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Learnt My LessonAacacia Talks Mental Health & MusicWe sat down with the wonderful Aacacia to talk about her journey with music, her journey with her mental health, and how they are intertwined. We discussed her latest music, where it all started, and the fact that if she hadn’t given music another chance after being bullied out of it in school, she wouldn’t be where she is today. Aacacia is such an incredible person to be around and we loved having her in the studio. She had so many valuable insights on the ups and downs of her mental health and how she’s reached a plac...2020-12-0138 minLearnt My LessonAthlete Liam Stone on Mental Health, Injuries and the next Olympics2020 has been a wild ride for everyone but imagine having your hopes to be at the 2020 Olympics turned upside down, well that was the reality for Liam Stone, Team New Zealand diver. Although, after a year of injuries and life changes, a 2021 Olympics could work out better anyway. Liam has such a positive outlook on everything this year has thrown at him and opens up to us about his mental health. We also talk about the disordered eating and pressure that exists within the diving community, a community usually wearing only their togs, and his own personal experiences with...2020-11-2633 minLearnt My LessonThe Legend Behind The OneUp Project - Sarah KelseyWe had the pleasure of sitting down with an absolutely incredible woman, founder of The OneUp Project, Sarah Kelsey. Passionate about improving financial literacy in New Zealand Sarah started the podcast as a way to make a difference and to start conversations around the things that should be taught in school but aren’t. In this episode we talk to Sarah about her journey with her mental health and the ups and downs that come with pursuing her passion project. Check it out and let us know what you think!Hosts: Jess Woodnorth & Savanna Johnston-Keys.Pr...2020-11-1740 minLearnt My LessonRelationship Advice from Two Perpetually Single GalsTune in to hear our thoughts and feeling on all things relationships. Sav has plenty of advice to give despite never having been in a relationship and Jess discusses toxic behaviour traits that arise when in a relationship. From separated parents to manipulative ‘things’ to therapy session revelations, we discuss it all. Let us know what you think over on our Instagram @learntmylesson_Hosts: Jess Woodnorth & Savanna Johnston-Keys.Produced by: Francesca Georgia Pietkiewicz.Music by: Julian Avila.https://soundcloud.com/julian_avilawww.youtube.com/channel/UCp_CZMxdfHYGsi16LTvWr4A2020-11-1047 min
Learnt My LessonAnxiety Update: How We’ve Been DoingWe fill you in on what our anxiety has looked and felt like over the last few months. Tune in to hear us analyse our anxious tendencies in this podcast episode turned therapy session. We hope that hearing us be so open about what anxiety looks like for us can help even just one of you feel less alone in what you’re going through.Hosts: Jess Woodnorth & Savanna Johnston-Keys.Produced by: Francesca Georgia Pietkiewicz.Music by: Julian Avila.https://soundcloud.com/julian_avilawww.youtube.com/channel/UCp_CZ...2020-10-2745 min
Learnt My LessonWe Need To Talk About Consent*Trigger Warning* In this episode we discuss topics such as consent, sexual assault, rape and violence.We recorded this week’s episode last Monday so we want to acknowledge that we don’t talk about the specific current events that have unfolded in Wellington, the timing is a sad coincidence as opposed to us recording it in response to these events. Our hearts are breaking for all the victims who have come forward and for any victims of sexual harassment, assault or rape. We would also like to acknowledge that in this episode we often generalise around the...2020-10-2045 min
Learnt My LessonDo As I Say, Not As I DoThis episode is full of what we think is some excellent advice. We answered some questions that were sent in by you guys, sharing our thoughts and feelings on different topics, holding nothing back. We talk sleeping with your ex, friendship, girls, flirting and Jess even spills some tea from her own life!Hosts: Jess Woodnorth & Savanna Johnston-Keys.Produced by: Francesca Georgia Pietkiewicz.Music by: Julian Avila.https://soundcloud.com/julian_avilawww.youtube.com/channel/UCp_CZMxdfHYGsi16LTvWr4Awww.instagram.com/juliangavila/2020-10-1343 min
Learnt My LessonJob Hunting is THE WORSTJob hunting can really suck, especially when you struggle with your mental health. In this episode we cover our job history, getting fired, anxiety around job searching, staying in a job you’re unhappy in, and so much else.Hosts: Jess Woodnorth & Savanna Johnston-Keys.Produced by: Francesca Georgia Pietkiewicz.Music by: Julian Avila.https://soundcloud.com/julian_avilawww.youtube.com/channel/UCp_CZMxdfHYGsi16LTvWr4Awww.instagram.com/juliangavila/2020-10-0638 min
Learnt My LessonWhat’s Going On? Feat. Jess’s Mum, VeronicaSorry to hit you with another life update but we had so much to catch you guys up on! (Jump to 23:00 to get to the fam chats)... In this episode we talk about everything we did during Mental Health Awareness Week and fill you in on what’s going on in our lives at the moment. We also had a very special guest in the studio, Jess’ mum Veronica, who shared her thoughts on opening up about your mental health to your family.Hosts: Jess Woodnorth & Savanna Johnston-Keys.Produced by: Francesca Georgia Pietkiewicz.Musi...2020-09-2945 min
Learnt My LessonLML X New Zealand Red Cross: Supporting Those You Care AboutOnce again we are joined by the lovely Cate Keville from New Zealand Red Cross to discuss how to support those around you when they are struggling with their mental health. Supporting someone you care about is often harder than supporting yourself. In this episode we talk about how hopeless you can feel when watching loved ones struggling and Cate provides some advice on how to be helpful as opposed to harmful. If you are actively struggling with your mental health do not hesitate to seek professional help or contact lifeline on 0800 543 354 or Need To Talk 1737Hosts...2020-09-2431 min
Learnt My LessonLML X New Zealand Red Cross: Managing Your Mental HealthTo kick off Mental Health Awareness Week we are excited to bring you the first of two episodes with New Zealand Red Cross. Understanding and managing your own mental health is something that isn’t discussed enough, so we sat down with Cate Keville of New Zealand Red Cross to talk about what anxiety and depression could look like and talked through some ways to manage them. In the second episode that will be released later this week we’ll discuss supporting someone you care about who’s struggling with their mental health. Don’t forget to check in on those...2020-09-2131 min
Learnt My LessonDr Ashley Bloomfield Talks Mental HealthTune in for the full Dr Bloomfield episode in all its glory. 45 minutes of the Director-General of Health being an absolute legend and us fangirling. Covid sucks, but we are very glad it stayed away long enough for us to record this with him just before the country went back up alert levels, we hope it makes you feel a little less alone during these strange times.Hosts: Jess Woodnorth & Savanna Johnston-Keys.Produced by: Francesca Georgia Pietkiewicz.Music by: Julian Avila.https://soundcloud.com/julian_avilawww.youtube.com...2020-09-1555 min
Learnt My LessonSad GirlsIn this episode we change the tone a bit from last week and get real about how our mental health has been lately. Get to know us a bit better as we chat about why discussions about mental health are so important to us, and we answer some of your questions. This episode is a little more #downbuzz than usual, so please be mindful of what you are and aren’t comfortable consuming. If you need help, free call or text 1737 absolutely anytime to talk to someone.Hosts: Jess Woodnorth & Savanna Johnston-Keys.Produced by: Francesca Ge...2020-09-0840 min
Learnt My LessonNotoriously Single and Having FunSometimes it feels like the stigma around being single leads to the labelling of ‘single and sad’ or ‘single and slutty’, and honestly, we’re over it. In this episode we share our thoughts on being single: the good and the bad. Tune in as we discuss being independent, getting ghosted, living it up overseas, and feeling undesirable. Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram @learntmylesson_ and please feel free to send us any feedback, we love hearing from you!Hosts: Jess Woodnorth & Savanna Johnston-Keys.Produced by: Francesca Georgia Pietkiewicz.Music by: Julian Avila...2020-09-0149 min
Learnt My LessonConfidence, Self Acceptance and Oversharing with Sarah SaundersIn this episode we are joined by Sarah from The Oversharers Podcast, to talk about body positivity, sexual confidence and self acceptance. She also shared with us her journey with her eating disorder, providing insight on the impact it had on her life and the importance of recognising disordered behaviours early.Hosts: Jess Woodnorth & Savanna Johnston-Keys.Produced by: Francesca Georgia Pietkiewicz.Music by: Julian Avila.https://soundcloud.com/julian_avilawww.youtube.com/channel/UCp_CZMxdfHYGsi16LTvWr4Awww.instagram.com/juliangavila/2020-08-2549 min
Learnt My LessonLIFE UPDATE We Need To Talk...Events, anxiety, excitement & antidepressants. In this life update episode we fill you in on anything and everything we’ve got going on. It’s been a rollercoaster few months to say the LEAST but we are loving it. Massive thank you to every single one of you for tuning in and we are so grateful for all the feedback lately. If you don’t already, go follow us on Instagram at @learntmylesson_ and please don’t hesitate to message us!Hosts: Jess Woodnorth & Savanna Johnston-Keys.Produced by: Francesca Georgia Pietkiewicz.Music by: Julian Avila.2020-08-1844 min
Learnt My LessonWho Are You Really, Dr Bloomfield?Part 2 of chatting to Dr Bloomfield. Ultimate superpower, favourite country, go-to cocktail, we get into it all. He also shared with us some of his favourite life lessons and Sav hits him with the legendary “it is what it is”... tune in!Hosts: Jess Woodnorth & Savanna Johnston-Keys.Produced by: Francesca Georgia Pietkiewicz.Music by: Julian Avila.https://soundcloud.com/julian_avilawww.youtube.com/channel/UCp_CZMxdfHYGsi16LTvWr4Awww.instagram.com/juliangavila/2020-08-1131 min
Learnt My LessonHow Are You Really, Dr Bloomfield?Part one of a two part episode with a VERY exciting guest, NZ legend, Dr Ashley Bloomfield himself! We sit down to chat to Dr Bloomfield about his mental health and the ups and downs that have come with 2020. We are incredibly grateful to Ashley for having these conversations with us. No matter who someone is, or how successful or confident they may seem, everyone has their own ups and downs and you are not alone. Tune in next week for part two.Hosts: Jess Woodnorth & Savanna Johnston-Keys.Produced by: Francesca Georgia Pietkiewicz....2020-08-0431 min
Learnt My LessonThat Time Jess Hit Her Head (Really Hard)Concussions suck. Most people know someone who’s had one but not many people actually know much about them. In this episode we discuss Jess’s 5 month concussion. How it happened, how it impacted her mental health, and what she learnt from it.Hosts: Jess Woodnorth & Savanna Johnston-Keys.Produced by: Francesca Georgia Pietkiewicz.Music by: Julian Avila.https://soundcloud.com/julian_avilawww.youtube.com/channel/UCp_CZMxdfHYGsi16LTvWr4Awww.instagram.com/juliangavila/2020-07-2836 min
Learnt My LessonTalking to The Tasty TwinsWe are SO excited for you all to hear this episode, we were lucky enough to be joined in the studio by the Tasty Twins to talk about a bit of everything. University, anxiety, balance, food, therapy, we dive into it all in one of our favourite episodes so far. We are so grateful to Em and Soph for chatting to us and helping open up these conversations that we hope become more common! If you are actively experiencing mental distress do not hesitate to reach out to Lifeline on 0800 543 354 (0800 LIFELINE)Hosts: Jess Woodnorth & Savanna Johnston-Keys.2020-07-2143 min
Learnt My LessonWhen Life Gives You a Broken Down CarThis week’s episode is a little different. We take you on a journey through an absolute mess of a weekend, with live updates recorded as the weekend progressed. We also hit you with some serious #realtalk when it comes to what’s been going on in our lives lately. We know it’s a bit unusual but we hope you enjoy!Hosts: Jess Woodnorth & Savanna Johnston-Keys.Produced by: Francesca Georgia Pietkiewicz.Music by: Julian Avila.https://soundcloud.com/julian_avilawww.youtube.com/channel/UCp_CZMxdfHYGsi16LTvWr4Aw...2020-07-1437 min
Learnt My LessonRoadtripping with RoscoeThis week we sat down with Roscoe, founder of Roady, to talk all things NZ road trips, business and making the most of the COVID-19 situation in one of the industries hit the hardest. We’re so grateful to Roscoe for making the time to chat to us and we hope you all enjoy the episode.Hosts: Jess Woodnorth & Savanna Johnston-Keys.Produced by: Francesca Georgia Pietkiewicz.Music by: Julian Avila.https://soundcloud.com/julian_avilawww.youtube.com/channel/UCp_CZMxdfHYGsi16LTvWr4Awww.instagram.com/juliangavila/2020-07-0739 min
Learnt My LessonLying, Cheating and... Forgiveness?We got you guys to send in your cheating stories for today’s episode, we discussed the heartbreak around them, the mental health impacts and the potential for forgiveness. Never forget that you deserve the world.Hosts: Jess Woodnorth & Savanna Johnston-Keys.Produced by: Francesca Georgia Pietkiewicz.Music by: Julian Avila.https://soundcloud.com/julian_avilawww.youtube.com/channel/UCp_CZMxdfHYGsi16LTvWr4Awww.instagram.com/juliangavila/2020-06-3045 min
Learnt My LessonThe Health Rollercoaster Of TravellingWhat you don’t see on Instagram is that travel often comes with an array of health ups and downs, both physically and mentally. In this episode we unpack Jess’s experience on exchange and the highs and lows of our travel last year. From throat infections to breakdowns, it definitely wasn’t all smooth sailing.Hosts: Jess Woodnorth & Savanna Johnston-Keys.Produced by: Francesca Georgia Pietkiewicz.Music by: Julian Avila.https://soundcloud.com/julian_avilawww.youtube.com/channel/UCp_CZMxdfHYGsi16LTvWr4Awww.instagram.com/juliangavila/2020-06-2346 min
Learnt My LessonLife, Family & TravelGet to know us better in this weeks episode where we talk family, travel and our lives so far. After over two months away from the studio we are stoked to be back and so grateful for all the support over lockdown.Hosts: Jess Woodnorth & Savanna Johnston-Keys.Produced by: Francesca Georgia Pietkiewicz.Music by: Julian Avila.https://soundcloud.com/julian_avilawww.youtube.com/channel/UCp_CZMxdfHYGsi16LTvWr4Awww.instagram.com/juliangavila/2020-06-0945 min
Learnt My LessonUNI101: Introduction to UniversityDeciding whether or not to go to uni, what to study, and then what the heck to do with yourself when you get there is not easy, it can be confusing, scary but also amazing. Do we regret not taking a gap year? How did we manage our mental health in first year? Was it hard making friends? We cover it all in this introduction to uni episode.Hosts: Jess Woodnorth & Savanna Johnston-Keys.Produced by: Francesca Georgia Pietkiewicz.Music by: Julian Avila.https://soundcloud.com/julian_avilawww.youtube...2020-06-0238 min
Learnt My LessonMaking & Breaking FriendshipsFriendships, just like relationships, can be healthy or unhealthy. In this episode we explore how to make the most of the people you have in your life, making friends when you struggle with anxiety or depression, and when to walk away from friendships that aren’t serving you.Hosts: Jess Woodnorth & Savanna Johnston-Keys.Produced by: Francesca Georgia Pietkiewicz.Music by: Julian Avila.https://soundcloud.com/julian_avilawww.youtube.com/channel/UCp_CZMxdfHYGsi16LTvWr4Awww.instagram.com/juliangavila/2020-05-2637 min
Learnt My LessonLet's Dive Into It, With Anton JenkinsIn this episode we have a very special guest, Commonwealth Games diver and aspiring Olympian, Anton Jenkins. He talks us through his journey with mental health and how being a professional athlete has played a part in it. He also spills a bit of tea about what Jess was like in high school.Hosts: Jess Woodnorth & Savanna Johnston-Keys.Produced by: Francesca Georgia Pietkiewicz.Music by: Julian Avila.https://soundcloud.com/julian_avilawww.youtube.com/channel/UCp_CZMxdfHYGsi16LTvWr4Awww.instagram.com/juliangavila/2020-05-1937 min
Learnt My LessonHeartbreak & HealingHeartbreak sucks. There’s no denying it. It can impact your future relationships and your mental health. It can make you feel a weird mix of sadness, hurt, anger and confusion. Tune in for a bit of a story time, how heartbreak has impacted our mental health, and what we’ve learnt from it.Hosts: Jess Woodnorth & Savanna Johnston-Keys.Produced by: Francesca Georgia Pietkiewicz.Music by: Julian Avila.https://soundcloud.com/julian_avilawww.youtube.com/channel/UCp_CZMxdfHYGsi16LTvWr4Awww.instagram.com/juliangavila/2020-05-1245 min
Learnt My LessonAnxiety: Let's Get PersonalIn this episode we delve into our experience with anxiety, how it feels, and how we manage it. If you are actively experiencing mental distress and want to talk to a professional do not hesitate to utilise any of the helplines available to you. In NZ these include, but are not limited to:Lifeline: 0800 543 354 Youth line: 0800 376 633WhatsUp: 0800 942 8787Hosts: Jess Woodnorth & Savanna Johnston-Keys.Produced by: Francesca Georgia Pietkiewicz.Music by: Julian Avila.https://soundcloud.com/julian_avilawww.youtube.com/channel/UCp_CZMxdfHYGsi16LTvWr4...2020-05-0540 min
Learnt My LessonChromecasting Nudes & Other Social Media MishapsThe good, the bad, and the ugly of social media. We cover the toll it takes on your mental health, the ability to connect with people, tinder gone wrong, Instagram accidents and plenty more embarrassing stories.Hosts: Jess Woodnorth & Savanna Johnston-Keys.Produced by: Francesca Georgia Pietkiewicz.Music by: Julian Avila.https://soundcloud.com/julian_avilawww.youtube.com/channel/UCp_CZMxdfHYGsi16LTvWr4Awww.instagram.com/juliangavila/2020-04-2834 min
Learnt My LessonTrailer: Learnt My LessonJess can’t shut up about her feelings and Sav’s only just learnt to talk about hers. Tune in as we discuss the ups and downs of our lives, how they’ve impacted our mental health, and what we (should have) learnt from them. Hosts: Jess Woodnorth & Savanna Johnston-Keys. Produced by: Francesca Georgia Pietkiewicz. Music by: Julian Avila.2020-04-2302 min
Learnt My LessonLife As We Know ItFeeling anxious about the current situation? Same. In this episode we discuss ‘lockdown anxiety’ and what we are doing to manage it, as well as just chatting a bit about life as we know it.Hosts: Jess Woodnorth & Savanna Johnston-Keys.Produced by: Francesca Georgia Pietkiewicz.Music by: Julian Avila.https://soundcloud.com/julian_avilawww.youtube.com/channel/UCp_CZMxdfHYGsi16LTvWr4Awww.instagram.com/juliangavila/2020-04-2135 min
Learnt My LessonWhat Are We?If you’ve ever had a ‘thing’ with someone you probably know that it can be fun, messy or just confusing. Communication won’t fix everything but it can make a massive difference. In this episode we discuss our experiences with ‘things’ and answer the questions you sent us.Hosts: Jess Woodnorth & Savanna Johnston-Keys.Produced by: Francesca Georgia Pietkiewicz.Music by: Julian Avila.https://soundcloud.com/julian_avilawww.youtube.com/channel/UCp_CZMxdfHYGsi16LTvWr4Awww.instagram.com/juliangavila/2020-04-1445 min
Learnt My LessonLiar LiarIn today’s episode we touch on a subject that we may or may not have been avoiding... boys. Tune in as we distract you guys with a story-time about Sav’s experience with heartbreak, how it impacted her mental health, and our advice to anyone going through something similar.Hosts: Jess Woodnorth & Savanna Johnston-Keys.Produced by: Francesca Georgia Pietkiewicz.Music by: Julian Avila.https://soundcloud.com/julian_avilawww.youtube.com/channel/UCp_CZMxdfHYGsi16LTvWr4Awww.instagram.com/juliangavila/2020-04-0734 min
Learnt My LessonTequila, Boats & BarefeetFor this Episode we lighten it up a bit, and share some of our favourite travel stories. From Greece, to the Philippines. We hope that you guys can have a laugh at us and maybe learn thing or two from our mistakes as well.Hosts: Jess Woodnorth & Savanna Johnston-Keys.Produced by: Francesca Georgia Pietkiewicz.Music by: Julian Avila.https://soundcloud.com/julian_avilawww.youtube.com/channel/UCp_CZMxdfHYGsi16LTvWr4Awww.instagram.com/juliangavila/2020-03-3131 min
Learnt My LessonPublic Places: CLOSED, Our DMs: OPENThis week we talk about how we’ve been feeling around Covid-19 in New Zealand, and it's impact on us as New Zealanders. Tune in to hear all about what we will be doing to keep ourselves mentally healthy going forward.Hosts: Jess Woodnorth & Savanna Johnston-Keys.Produced by: Francesca Georgia Pietkiewicz.Music by: Julian Avila.https://soundcloud.com/julian_avilawww.youtube.com/channel/UCp_CZMxdfHYGsi16LTvWr4Awww.instagram.com/juliangavila/2020-03-2431 min
Learnt My LessonLife is Amazing, Except When It’s Not...Life is filled with ups and downs, in this episode we discuss some of our first and most memorable experiences with anxiety and depression in an overview episode suitable for listeners with no experience, or extensive experience, with mental distress. Helplines:Lifeline – 0800 543 354Youthline – 0800 376 633Depression helpline – 0800 111 757What’s Up – 0800 942 8787Hosts: Jess Woodnorth & Savanna Johnston-Keys.Produced by: Francesca Georgia Pietkiewicz.Music by: Julian Avila.https://soundcloud.com/julian_avilawww.youtube.com/channel/UCp_CZMxdfHYGsi16LTvWr4Awww.instagram.com/julianga2020-03-1932 min
Learnt My LessonWho Do We Think We AreGet to know us as we learn to be comfortable behind the microphone. Providing a bit of insight into why we’ve started this podcast,and who we are outside of it. Hosts: Jess Woodnorth & Savanna Johnston-Keys.Produced by: Francesca Georgia Pietkiewicz.Music by: Julian Avila.https://soundcloud.com/julian_avilawww.youtube.com/channel/UCp_CZMxdfHYGsi16LTvWr4Awww.instagram.com/juliangavila/2020-03-1530 min
Tosche Station Book ClubTosche Station Book Club #6: Ahsoka by E.K. JohnstonDownload This month on the Tosche Station Book Club, Nanci is joined by Savanna to discuss Ahsoka by E.K. Johnston The Book Club will return in December to discuss Radiance by Catherynne Valente! This podcast has been brought to you in part by Her Universe and your support on Patreon! If you like what you hear, you can […]2016-10-2357 min