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Note To SelfSo… Who Even Is Leah Tindale? The Interview I Didn’t Expect to Give"The Most Telling Episode Yet" – Season Finale | Note To SelfIn this season's final episode, we turn the mic around. I, Leah Tindale, host of Note To Self, am interviewed by none other than Michael Ross. Together, we peel back the layers of my journey: from the early struggles of trying to fit in and solve the puzzle of life, to the unsettling moment when my old spiritual beliefs no longer seemed to fit.This is the most vulnerable I’ve been yet. We talk identity, transformation, and the ongoing search for meaning. Who was I? W...2025-07-3047 minNote To SelfWhere Was This When I Needed It? | Psychology of Your 20s with Jemma SbegNavigating Your 20s & 30s with Jemma Sbeg | Psychology of Your 20s, Imposter Syndrome & Her New Book "Person In Progress"In this week’s episode of Note to Self, I’m joined by the brilliant Jemma Sbeg, host of the hugely popular podcast Psychology of Your 20s and author of the new book Person In Progress.Jemma shares the story behind launching her podcast, how it resonated with millions, and what inspired her new book. We also dive deep into topics that hit close to home for so many of us, like jealousy, imposter syndrome, and lone...2025-07-2439 minNote To SelfCan a Sports Journalist Teach Me Sports?If you have been listening for awhile you will know two things; one, I don't have a hobby, and two, I'm not great with sports.So I thought who better to teach me than Deputy Sports Editor of The Observer than Andrew Butler.We talk about his journey into sports journalism, his passion for football, and the communal aspects of sports.Plus Andrew shares insights from his interviews with athletes and offers some sports trivia to help you on your next date, concluding with a reminder to 'buy the tickets' for live events.2025-07-1633 minNote To SelfWhy Is It So Hard? A Honest Look At Mental Health With Brooke LittlewoodIn this episode of Note to Self, host Leah Tindale engages in a heartfelt conversation with journalist Brooke Littlewood about her journey in journalism, mental health advocacy, and the importance of support systems. Brooke shares her experiences navigating career changes, the creation of conversation starter coasters to promote mental health discussions, and the challenges of living in regional communities. The conversation emphasizes the significance of ongoing mental health conversations, self-advocacy, and the need for empathy in understanding others' struggles.2025-07-0230 minNote To SelfLife as a Female CEO: Why Flexibility and Generosity Matter in LeadershipI’ve always dreamed of being a CEO—rocking a power suit and calling the shots. While that may or may not be in my future, I wanted to find out what really makes a great leader.In this episode, I sit down with Nicole Webb, CEO of the IMPACT Agency, to talk about her journey to leadership, the highs and lows of being a female CEO, and why mentorship, flexibility, and generosity are crucial in today’s workplace. We dive into the evolving world of PR, balancing work and life, and how values and resilience shape truly...2025-06-2530 minNote To SelfMillennial Real Estate Tips: Notes on Financial LiteracyConfused about how to break into the property market or why you might need a mortgage broker? You’re not alone.In this episode of Note To Self, I sit down with mortgage broker Hayden Dempsey to unpack the complexities of buying your first home, understanding mortgage structures, and navigating today’s fast-moving property market.We explore:The essential role of mortgage brokers for first-time home buyersHow financial literacy can empower smarter property decisionsThe impact of Airbnb and market trends on housing affordabilityWhy open money conversations with family matter more than everHayden also sh...2025-06-1837 minNote To SelfMore Than a Hobby: How Play Builds Identity, Trust & JoyI’ve always struggled with hobbies. If I couldn’t make money from it, was it really worth my time?In this episode, I talk with Mike Drysdale—founder, Chief Mystery Officer of Folklore, and creative strategist—about the value of play for the sake of play. Mike helps me unpack why hobbies matter, even when they aren’t productive in the traditional sense.We explore the role of creativity in adult life, the challenge of building trust in group settings, and how Folklore uses games to strengthen team culture and psychological safety. Whether in our person...2025-06-1139 minNote To SelfChasing Storms and Breaking Norms - Women In STEMEver thought about a career in STEM? Why not try reading the weather?In this episode, one of my favourite meteorologists, Jess Lingard from the Bureau of Meteorology, joins me—Leah Tindale—to talk about weather, empathy, and life in STEM.We dive into the challenges women face in STEM, the shifts Jess has seen in the field, and how she stays grounded while navigating public criticism. She also breaks down how weather forecasts really work and shares her creative approach to making science relatable.Jess reminds us that behind every forecast is a hu...2025-05-2839 minNote To SelfUnseen Battles: Understanding Invisible IllnessesMay is an important month in the calendar of many living with an invisible illness. In this episode I sit down with Karen Cooper to shed light on the often-overlooked realities of living with invisible illnesses, with a focus on Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) and Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. Karen shares her personal journey through misdiagnosis, chronic pain, and the daily challenges of managing complex health conditions. Together, they explore the importance of self-advocacy in healthcare, the societal dismissal of women’s health concerns, and the critical need for empathy and awareness. This conversation also highlights the power of comm...2025-05-2135 minNote To SelfAnxiety At An All Time High? Me TooHi I'm your host Leah Tindale and this week Michael Ross is back with me to reflect on the notes so far and chat through some challenges that have come up for me recently.My anxiety has been at an all time high and we discuss the challenges of navigating anxiety as well as reflect on the importance of embracing change in life and the evolution of relationships over time.Michael always brings out some thought provoking ideas in me and in his personal anecdotes, I hope you find it insightful.I'd love...2025-05-1439 minNote To SelfWould You Trade the Stage for Humanitarian Work in the Middle East?Abi Odat did exactly that. This beautiful soul joined me, your host, Leah Tindale, to share how she went from acting in London to a career in international development.Working in Afghanistan, Jordan, and Lebanon, she shares the challenges of living abroad, building cross-cultural relationships, and finding love during COVID-19.Tune in for a conversation about personal growth, global impact, and the realities of returning home after years in the Middle East.Want more insights follow me on TikTok.https://www.tiktok.com/@notetoself_podcast?is_from_webapp=1...2025-05-0736 min
Rural FocusSoil Solutions: Tackling Water Repellence on Your FarmIn this episode, we explore innovative solutions for managing soil water repellence and boosting crop yields with insights from GRDC's Dr. Rowan Maddern. Host Leah Tindale also chats with Matt Willis from Bayer, who shares valuable agronomy tips. Discover amazing products available at CLAAS Harvest Centre Northam that can enhance your farming operations. Tune in for expert advice to make your farm more efficient and productive. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2025-05-0614 minNote To SelfConversations I Needed — a note to self on Parenting & DivorceI am so pleased to share this episode with you. Meredith Benson has always showed up in a real and tangible way and this episode is no different.We talk about the journey of midlife and what it's been like for her in perimenopause, parenting - in particular how do I get rid of my fears, and divorce; what truths has she uncovered in her journey. So many great notes in this one. Don't forget to leave a comment if something sticks for you!If you are looking for the...2025-04-3040 minNote To SelfChange and Challenge With Dr StuartHave you thought about a change of career, working overseas or starting your own business? Well Dr Stuart has tackled all that and is sitting on the other side of switching from IT to medicine, moving to Australia and starting his own clinic, Village Medical Practice.He joins me to share some great insights around change, the challenges of the industry, how he and his wife prioritise each other in demanding careers and we dive into perimenopause for good measure because let's be real, social media has me freaking out a little.If you want...2025-04-2336 minNote To Self30 Plus And Struggling, Me TooI'm Leah Tindale, your host of Note To Self. Launching the season with a healthy dose of silliness, I chat to my good friend and Triple M Southwest breakfast host Michael Ross to explain the reason why I need this podcast now more than ever.He's been trying to educate me for years, from how to use sayings correctly, to very helpful life hacks he becomes my first guide delivering some key notes to self.2025-04-1620 minNote To SelfGrief...What On Earth Do I Do With That?Your 30s can be filled with so much change. For me they certainly were. Divorce, career change, relocation and loss of friendships, it can feel so overwhelming and then wham, grief. The emotion you least expect to come across. I was ready to be sad, to be angry to find a new lease of life, but grief was a challenge I found most difficult. In this episode I reflect with grief and recovery specialist Sally Hewitt as she shares her journey with grief and some absolute golden notes.https://www.ageinggratefully.com.au/2025-04-1641 min
Tomorrow's FaithReJesus: Remaking the Church in our Founder's Image with Dr Mike FrostThis episode is hosted by our new co-host, Leah Tindale, in which she and our guest Mike Frost reimagine all that church originated as and all it could be. Mike is an internationally recognised Australian missiologist and one of the leading voices in the missional church movement. He is the author or editor of nineteen theological books, most recently 'ReJesus: Remaking the Church in Our Founder's Image', co-authored with Alan Hirsch. Mike was one of the founders of the Forge Mission Training Network and the founder of the missional Christian community, smallboatbigsea, based in Manly...2022-10-1858 min