Somewhere between life, kids, expectations and trying to keep everyone happy, we forget one simple truth:

You can’t control other people.

On a drive out to her parents’ station, Ali listened (again) to the Let Them theory and had one of those moments where everything just clicks.

Let them:

Not invite you

Misunderstand you

Judge you

Say no

Do things differently

Be who they are

And then… let yourself:

Feel it

Move on

Choose peace

Stop chasing approval

Protect your energy

In this episode, Ali talks about:

• Why we waste so much time trying to manage other people’s behaviour
• The mental load of overthinking what others think
• How “Let Them” creates instant freedom
• Letting go of control in motherhood, friendships and relationships
• Choosing peace over proving a point

This is the kind of episode that feels like a deep breath.

Because the truth is

you don’t need everyone to get you.

You just need to stop abandoning yourself trying to make them.

That’s Big Mum Energy.

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After 23 years in the corporate automotive industry, Caro made the bold decision to leave it all behind and build a business aligned with her life, her family and her values.

But this wasn’t a smooth journey.

From business setbacks, including losing stock in a warehouse fire, to starting again and finding success through network marketing with MONAT, Caro’s story is one of resilience, reinvention and refusing to quit.

In this episode, they talk about:

• What it really feels like to leave a corporate career after decades
• Backing yourself when there is no safety net
• Rebuilding after business failure and setbacks
• Creating financial freedom and lifestyle flexibility
• Why success is more than just a paycheck
• Helping other women build confidence, income and independence

Today, Caro leads and mentors women to step into business, grow confidence and create a life they actually enjoy combining her background in sales, leadership and training with a passion for helping others succeed.

This episode is for:

• Women feeling stuck in corporate life
• Mums craving more flexibility and freedom
• Anyone thinking about starting a business or side hustle
• People ready to stop playing safe and start backing themselves

Because sometimes the scariest move…

is the one that gives you your life back.

And as Caro proves

you don’t need permission to build something bigger.

That’s Big Mum Energy.

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Because if they are old enough to open the fridge, touch every surface in the house, pat the dog, raid the pantry and somehow leave fingerprints on every wall… they are old enough to understand soap and water.

This episode is about more than hygiene. It is about teaching kids simple habits that carry into adulthood and help them take responsibility for themselves and others.

Ali talks about:

• Why teaching children proper hand washing matters at every age
• The connection between hygiene, health and everyday parenting
• Building simple habits kids take into school, sport and life
• Why basic life skills still matter in modern parenting
• Raising capable kids who understand responsibility

This episode is for parents trying to raise children who are not just clever, but capable.

Because sometimes the most important lessons are not the big dramatic ones.

Sometimes it starts at the sink.

That is Big Mum Energy.

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Not in a fancy, expensive way. Not perfectly planned. Just intentional one-on-one time with your child, away from the distractions of everyday life, where they get your attention without siblings, screens, routines or the usual rush.

Whether it is grabbing a milkshake, going for a drive, walking the dog, sitting in the car talking, heading to the shops or doing something small together, these moments matter more than parents often realise.

In this episode, Ali talks about:

• Why quality time with kids builds trust and connection
• How children open up when they are out of the house and relaxed
• Why one-on-one time helps strengthen parent-child relationships
• Creating simple family rituals your kids will remember
• The value of fun, conversation and attention in busy family life

This episode is for parents who want to be more intentional, more present and more connected without overcomplicating it.

Because sometimes the biggest parenting wins happen in the smallest moments.

A quick outing. A real conversation. A memory your child carries longer than you realise.

That is Big Mum Energy.

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The online learner’s permit test?

It’s not a quick little quiz.

It can take over FOUR hours to complete.

So if your teenager is counting down the days until they can get their learner’s licence, here’s the hack: get the test done early.

Ali talks about:

🚗 The reality of the online learner driver test

⏰ Why it takes hours to complete

📅 Why parents should plan ahead before the 16th birthday

😅 Preparing for the milestone of kids getting their L plates

Because nothing kills the excitement of finally turning 16 and getting your learner’s permit like realising you still have hours of testing to finish first.

Consider this your mum PSA.

Future you (and your impatient teenager) will thank you.

That’s Big Mum Energy practical parenting advice that saves your sanity.

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It starts with the story everyone wants explained — the time she shot the neighbour’s dog — and only gets more unforgettable from there.

In this episode, they talk about:

• A crocodile encounter that could have ended very differently
• The painfully awkward way Ali’s teenage eating disorder was confronted
• A family moment involving cattle rails and a baby that still gets talked about
• The hard seasons families live through and how humour helps carry them

This episode explores motherhood, family resilience, parenting, difficult conversations, childhood memories, mental health, rural Australian life and the stories that shape who we become.

If you love real motherhood podcasts, funny family stories, honest mother-daughter conversations, Australian podcasts for women, parenting stories and unfiltered conversations about life, this episode will feel both familiar and unforgettable.

Because sometimes the funniest stories come from the hardest moments — and the women who lived them tell them best.

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Ali is shining a light on local mum entrepreneur Danielle Barry, founder of Chase Clothing & Co, and her latest Teaching Kindness 2.0 charity shirt drop — a clothing campaign designed to spread kindness while raising money for an incredible local cause.

Every Teaching Kindness 2.0 shirt sold donates $5 directly to Townsville Down Syndrome and Intellectual Disabilities, helping support individuals, families and children in the Townsville community living with Down syndrome and intellectual disabilities.

In this episode, Ali talks about:

Why kindness matters more than ever

Supporting local small businesses and mum entrepreneurs

The impact of community fundraising and charity initiatives

How small actions like buying a shirt can make a real difference

This is your reminder that supporting local businesses, charity campaigns and kindness movements doesn’t have to be complicated.

Buy the shirt.

Start the conversation.

Spread the message.

Because raising good humans starts with modelling kindness.

And sometimes the simplest way to support a cause…

is just getting dressed.

Head to Chase Clothing & Co website and grab the Teaching Kindness 2.0 charity shirt today.

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What started during Danielle’s deeply personal IVF and infertility journey slowly evolved into something bigger, a mum side hustle that turned into a meaningful Australian clothing brand built on resilience, kindness and purpose.

Danielle opens up about:

The emotional reality of IVF and fertility struggles

Navigating motherhood while building a small business as a mum

How Chase Clothing & Co was created from a place of hope

The inspiration behind the Teaching Kindness 2.0 charity shirt drop

Using fashion to spark conversations about kindness and community

Ali and Danielle talk honestly about mum life, side hustles, entrepreneurship, infertility, IVF journeys and finding purpose through hard seasons.

This episode is for:

• Mums building a side hustle or small business
• Women navigating IVF, infertility or fertility treatments
• Anyone who believes kindness still matters
• Entrepreneurs turning tough chapters into meaningful work

From heartbreak to hope, Danielle’s story is proof that sometimes the hardest seasons create the most powerful ideas.

Because Big Mum Energy isn’t just about surviving motherhood. it’s about building something meaningful along the way.

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Hairy bush for life.

And before anyone clutches their pearls this isn’t about grooming trends.

It’s about autonomy.

Somewhere along the way, women were told our bodies needed to be managed, trimmed, waxed, shaped and approved. That hair equals lazy. That natural equals “letting yourself go.” That we owe the world smoothness.

Ali says: absolutely not.

In this unapologetic Monday Motivation, she dives into:

Where modern grooming pressure actually came from

Why body hair became politicised

The silent expectations women carry

And the radical power of choosing what feels good for YOU

Shave it. Wax it. Laser it. Grow it wild.

The point isn’t the hair.

The point is freedom.

Because Big Mum Energy isn’t about perfection.

It’s about ownership.

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The vision board is dusty.

The gym bag is judging you.

The business idea is still sitting in your Notes app.

The boundary you promised to set? Still pending.

This week on Big Mum Energy, Ali is lovingly calling you out because we are far enough into the year that the excuses are expired.

You said this would be your year.

So… what happened?

In this punchy Monday Motivation, Ali talks about:

🔥 Why motivation dies after January

🔥 The trap of waiting for the “right time”

🔥 How perfectionism keeps mums stuck

🔥 Planning properly instead of procrastinating

🔥 Taking one uncomfortable step today

March is powerful.

It’s not the hype of January.

It’s the reality check.

You don’t need a new year.

You need a decision.

If you haven’t done what you said you would, that’s okay.

But today is a brilliant day to begin.

Not next month.

Not after the school holidays.

Not when you feel more confident.

Now.

Big Mum Energy doesn’t quit in Q1.

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Why is it that in so many households, mums carry the mental load?

This episode unpacks:

What the “default parent” actually means

The imbalance of invisible labour in modern families

Why so many mums are silently burning out

The conversations couples need to have (but avoid)

Ali shares her honest take on parenting roles, relationship expectations, and why “just ask for help” isn’t the solution people think it is.

This isn’t about dad-bashing.

It’s about awareness.

It’s about equity.

It’s about breaking the cycle of mums carrying everything by default.

If you’ve ever felt like the household project manager with no annual leave this episode will hit home.

Because Big Mum Energy loves our families…

But we’re done pretending this load isn’t heavy.

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In a world of social media outrage, cancel culture and polarised opinions, where does free speech begin and where does responsibility come in?

Together they unpack:

🗣️ What freedom of speech actually means in Australia

🇦🇺 The recent Australian protests and why people are taking to the streets

⚖️ The difference between free speech and consequences

Why conversations feel more divided than ever

This episode isn’t about yelling louder it’s about thinking deeper.

Ali asks the uncomfortable questions:

Are we more informed or more reactive?

Is protest powerful or performative?

Can we disagree without destroying each other?

Raw, respectful and thought-provoking, this conversation is for anyone trying to navigate politics, social media, activism and modern discourse without losing their mind or their humanity.

Because Big Mum Energy doesn’t avoid hard conversations.

It leans into them.

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If the Year of the Snake felt like shedding skin, outgrowing people, crying in your car, rebuilding your nervous system and questioning your entire life congratulations. You survived it.

Now it’s time to move.

In this fiery Monday Motivation episode of Big Mum Energy, Ali talks about:

• The meaning behind Chinese New Year and the Lunar New Year
• What the Year of the Horse in the Chinese zodiac symbolises (courage, momentum, independence, power)
• Why shedding the Snake season was necessary — even if it hurt
• Being “in the trenches” and still choosing to get up
• Growth that feels like grief before it feels like strength
• How to stop surviving and start backing yourself again

This isn’t fluffy motivation.

It’s for the mums who are tired.

The women rebuilding.

The ones doing therapy, business, parenting and personal growth all at once.

If you’re going through it right now burnout, identity shifts, relationship stress, business pressure — this episode is your reminder:

You didn’t break.

You transformed.

The Year of the Horse isn’t about playing small.

It’s about running toward the life you actually want.

Big Mum Energy. Saddle up. 🐎

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Maddy shares her lived experience of Type 1 diabetes, including daily blood sugar monitoring, insulin injections, managing glucose levels at school, sport and social events, and the constant mental load that comes with a chronic autoimmune condition.

This episode covers:

• What Type 1 diabetes actually is (and what it isn’t)
• The emotional and mental health impact of living with T1D as a teen
• Independence, responsibility and burnout with diabetes management
• How parents can support kids with Type 1 diabetes without hovering
• The realities of teen life, hormones and blood sugar control

This is a must-listen for:

Parents of children with Type 1 diabetes,

Teenagers living with T1D,

Families newly diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes,

Teachers, carers and anyone wanting to better understand juvenile diabetes.

It’s not a medical lecture it’s a real, honest conversation about resilience, identity and growing up with Type 1 diabetes.

Real mums. Real kids. Real conversations.

That’s Big Mum Energy

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Some are funny.

Some hurt.

Some should’ve been obvious but absolutely weren’t.

Ali unpacks lessons like:

✨ You can love your kids and still need a break

✨ Not everyone deserves access to you

✨ Burnout doesn’t mean you’re weak — it means you’ve been strong for too long

✨ Boundaries are uncomfortable… and necessary

✨ Growth sometimes looks like grief

This episode is part rant, part therapy, part permission slip especially for mums who feel like they’re constantly evolving but never quite “arriving.”

Perfect for the end of the year, a long walk, or when you need to feel less alone.

Because if 2025 taught us anything, it’s this:

You don’t have to have it all figured out you just have to keep going.

Pull up a chair. Pour a wine.

Let’s reflect.

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In the lead-up to Christmas a season that can amplify joy and grief Ali sits down with her mum for a raw, emotional conversation about loss, resilience, and surviving the unimaginable.

Ali’s mum opens up about watching her child die in a tragic water-skiing accident, the devastation that followed, and how she found the strength to keep going not because the pain disappeared, but because her other children still needed their mum.

Together, they talk about:

Christmas grief and how the holidays can reopen old wounds

Living through child loss and the trauma that never fully leaves

Parenting while grieving, showing up when your heart is broken

How love, responsibility, and family can become lifelines

Why Christmas can hold both sorrow and meaning at the same time

This episode is honest, tender, and deeply moving for anyone who carries loss into the festive season, for families navigating grief, or for listeners who need permission to feel everything at Christmas.

A reminder that grief doesn’t mean you’re broken it means you loved.

Content warning: This episode discusses child loss and may be distressing for some listeners.

If you’re grieving this Christmas, you are not alone.

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In this episode, Ali dives into:

🎄 Why Christmas doesn’t have to mean maxed-out credit cards and financial stress

🎁 The myth that “big presents = good parenting”

🎮 Kids wanting Roblox, screens, and online everything — and why banning social media feels pointless if we’re not teaching balance

📱 The contradiction of social media bans while kids live in digital worlds

😵‍💫 How mums are once again carrying the emotional and financial load of “making Christmas magical”

It’s funny, fiery, and honest a reminder that presence matters more than presents, memories beat material crap, and love isn’t measured in how much you spend.

If you’re a mum stressing about Christmas budgets, screen time, or feeling like you’re already behind — this episode is your permission slip to do Christmas your way.

Pull up a chair. Pour a wine.

Let’s talk about the stuff no one else will.

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Yes, it’s still funny.

Yes, Ali overshares in the most Ali way possible.

But this one hits different because it’s the pep talk every exhausted, overloaded, “I’m totally fine… no actually I’m not” mum needs.

Inside this episode:

• 🧠 Why checking in with your GP for your mental health is NORMAL, not dramatic.
• 💊 The truth about medication — and why taking it doesn’t make you weak.
• 💬 How to tell someone you’re struggling (without feeling like a burden).
• 🤯 The invisible mental load that’s breaking mums everywhere.
• ❤️ And the big message: You are not failing. You’re human. And help exists for a reason.

Ali shares her own journey navigating anxiety and burnout, reminding you that courage isn’t pretending everything’s fine — it’s getting support before you hit the wall.

Raw, real, and hilariously honest in true Big Mum Energy style, this episode is your reminder that:

You don’t have to do life on hard mode.

Help is healthy. Help is brave.

Help is allowed.

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A retired teacher with a heart of gold, Granny shares her beautiful perspective on how education has evolved, what she’s learned from decades of teaching, and why she believes children are precious from the moment they’re born.

Together they talk about:

🍎 How classrooms and kids have changed over 80 years

💬 The lost art of patience, play, and genuine connection

💖 Why helping children grow starts long before they ever step into school

😂 Plus, a few classic “back in my day” stories that’ll make every mum laugh and nod along

It’s a warm, wise, and deeply human episode a reminder that while times change, the heart of motherhood and teaching never really does.

Pull up a chair, pour a cuppa (or a wine), and soak up the timeless wisdom of one extraordinary granny.

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We break it down in a way that’s human, clear, and easy to understand:

• why so many families and children are being harmed

• why mums around the world are speaking up

• what the mainstream media often fails to show

• the real human impact on babies, parents, hospitals, and everyday civilians

• what “genocide” means in this context, and why people are using that word

• practical ways ordinary mums can help — from staying informed to donating, advocating, and protecting their kids’ awareness of humanitarian issues

We talk about the heartbreaking realities — children losing their lives, hospitals being destroyed, families trying to survive unimaginable violence — and we also talk about hope, solidarity, and the power of using our voices.

This isn’t about politics.

It’s about humanity.

It’s about protecting children — all children — everywhere.

If you’ve been confused, overwhelmed, or unsure where to start, this episode gives you a safe, simple, compassionate place to begin.

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Hat Business isn’t about selling hats it’s about big adventures, brave moments, and understanding big feelings.

Each episode takes kids on a journey through imagination, learning, and emotional resilience… all through the eyes of Ruby and her iconic characters.

In this heartwarming conversation, you’ll hear:

• How the idea for Hat Business started as simple storytelling between mum and daughter.
• Why kids connect so deeply with adventures that gently teach emotional skills.
• How Hat Business grew to over 100,000 downloads and became a favourite for families.
• The power of letting kids lead, create, and express themselves freely.

Perfect for parents who want screen-free stories that help kids grow emotionally, and for mums who love seeing their children shine.

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You can also follow their journey on YouTube @HatBusiness.

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Kerry shares how she built a values-based children’s program long before “big feelings,” “mindful parenting,” and “emotional regulation” became buzzwords and how connection, kindness, and play can truly change families from the inside out.

Together, Ali and Kerry unpack:

How Kids in Harmony started from two mum’s mission to bring calm and connection into chaos

What emotional wellbeing looked like before the internet told us how to parent

The real meaning of mindfulness (and how to live it, not hashtag it)

Raising emotionally strong kids in an overstimulated world

It’s soulful, funny, and full of those “I needed to hear that” moments every parent craves.

If you’ve ever wanted to raise calmer, kinder, more connected kids this episode will fill your cup (and your heart).

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But instead of empathy, the internet did what it does best: judge, shame, and troll. From cruel comments about her weight to strangers making jokes about her pain, this episode dives into what it actually feels like when your worst moment becomes someone else’s entertainment.

Ali opens up about:

The accident that left her with a hole in her face (and a bruised ego)

What happens when a viral post turns ugly

Learning to separate self-worth from social media noise

It’s raw, unfiltered, and a powerful reminder that behind every viral moment is a human being.

If you’ve ever been judged, trolled, or just felt misunderstood this one’s for you.

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It’s not morbid. It’s magic.

The kind of conversation we all say we’ll have one day, but never do.

😂 And of course… a few brutally honest (and hilarious) answers only Aunty Kim could give

It’s raw, funny, emotional, and beautifully human the perfect mix of laughter and lump-in-your-throat moments that define Big Mum Energy.

If you’ve ever wished you could bottle your mum’s stories forever, this episode is your reminder to ask the questions now.

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They unpack:

⚽ The good, the bad, and the downright hilarious side of junior sport

🏉 Why showing up on the sidelines matters more than winning

🌟 How sport builds resilience, connection, and confidence in kids (and parents!)

It’s real, it’s regional, and it’s pure Big Mum Energy celebrating the legends who make kids’ sport possible and the life lessons we all take home from the field.

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Through three generations of mothers, this episode explores:

💔 The gut-wrenching fear every parent feels when they hear stories like this

💬 Why stories like Gus’s hit so deeply because every mum sees her own child in his face

It’s raw, emotional, and deeply human not a crime story, but a motherhood story. A moment for reflection, empathy, and holding our kids that little bit tighter.

Because behind every headline is a family still searching, a community still hoping, and mums everywhere whispering the same thing: please, let him come home.

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We’re reading the big conversations from Kidspot and beyond, including:

Should kids under 16 even be on social media? (and why parents need to stop burying their heads in the sand)

Why everyone seems deeply offended over literally everything right now

What does 67 actually mean (and should you panic if your kids are saying it)?

Is Bluey secretly turning your kid into a little brat or are we just blaming a cartoon for bad parenting?

And the big one that might just get Ali cancelled: her unfiltered thoughts on Donald Trump.

It’s messy, it’s honest, and it’s exactly the convo you have in whispers with your girlfriends except louder, funnier, and with a wine in hand.

Because the truth is, parenting today isn’t just about snacks and school drop-off… it’s about navigating the internet, the culture wars, and the fear of saying the “wrong” thing.

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This week, we’re covering:

Why “free your flaps” should be the new women’s health slogan

The time Ali farted at yoga (and why we need to stop being so bloody uptight about bodies)

A few unfiltered words on Charlie Kirk

🚔 And yes… the full story of Ali’s actual arrest (spoiler: it’s as ridiculous as it sounds)

Big Mum Energy is all about the real, raw and sometimes inappropriate side of life, and this episode is peak honesty mixed with laugh-so-hard-you-snort storytelling.

So if you love oversharing, big opinions, and the kind of chat that makes you feel like you’re sitting at the kitchen bench with your loudest mate, you’ll love this one.

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Yep, turns out breathwork isn’t just for yoga mums in matching activewear. Whether it’s a full-blown meltdown over the wrong colour plate or pre-game nerves before footy, a little box breathing or belly breathing can work wonders.

In this episode, Ali spills:

• The super simple way to explain breathwork so your kids don’t roll their eyes
• Step-by-step box breathing & belly breathing (no crystals required)
• Why breathing together can stop both of you from completely losing the plot
• How these hacks help with everything from bedtime battles to homework hell

Because calmer kids = calmer mums. And if we can get through the witching hour without wanting to scream into a pillow, I’m calling that a win.

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This week’s win? Her mum (aka the ultimate MVP) swooping in to take care of the kids for a whole week while Ali’s away working. Seven days of school runs, packed lunches, and referee duty talk about saving the day.

But the whinge? People who cut off their mums, dads, or family over old wounds. Ali’s not talking about toxic situations or self-protection but the way some of us hold onto grudges for decades over simple mistakes. Families are messy, parents screw up, but when does forgiveness matter more than pride?

We chat:

🍷 Why Ali’s mum deserves a damn medal

🍷 The danger of carrying generational grudges

🍷 How to find the balance between boundaries and letting go

🍷 Why family (even the slightly unhinged ones) might just be worth keeping close

It’s a raw, real, wine-in-hand chat that’ll make you laugh, nod, and maybe even call your mum.

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In this episode of Big Mum Energy, Ali dives into Glenn Bousen’s brilliantly honest book There Are Worse Mothers Than You a not-so-gentle reminder that even on your worst days, you’re still a bloody good mum.

We talk:

📚 Why mum guilt is baked into motherhood (and how to flip it the bird)

🤣 The hilarious, real-life stories that prove perfection is a myth

💌 A love letter to all the mums who feel like they’re failing but are actually smashing it

🥂 Permission to lower the bar, laugh at the chaos, and embrace being “good enough”

Because at the end of the day your kids don’t need a perfect mum, they just need you.

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In this week’s Motivational Monday, Ali serves up the gospel of setting it, forgetting it, and actually enjoying your evening without the dinner-time meltdown. We’re talking:

🥘 Why the slow cooker is every busy mum’s best mate

👩‍🍳 Simple hacks to make meals that feel fancy without the stress

🕒 How it frees up your time (and your brain) for the stuff that actually matters

💡 The mindset shift that cooking smarter is not lazy it’s bloody brilliant

So here’s your motivation: dust off that slow cooker, throw the ingredients in, and let it save your sanity. Because feeding your family shouldn’t feel like an Olympic event.

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In this episode of Big Mum Energy, Ali gets real about the emotional tug-of-war of being a working mum. We’re talking:

💼 The guilt of chasing career goals while raising kids

✈️ How travel, long hours, and being “away” can leave you questioning if you’re failing at motherhood

🧠 Why mum guilt is more about society’s expectations than your actual parenting

💖 How to reframe time away as a lesson in resilience, independence, and showing your kids what hard work looks like

Because the truth is: being a good mum isn’t about being there every second of every day it’s about showing up with love, presence, and purpose when you are there.

So if you’re drowning in guilt for working, traveling, or just needing space from the chaos, pour a wine (or a coffee) and remind yourself you’re not failing, you’re just human.

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In this week’s episode of Big Mum Energy, Ali dives into the weird sh*t kids say, with stories sent in straight from our listeners. We’re talking:

😂 Absolute comedy gold that could rival any stand-up show

🤯 The kind of one-liners that make you question what’s going on in their little brains

It’s raw, it’s real, and it’s guaranteed to make you laugh (and maybe sleep with one eye open).

Because if motherhood has taught us anything it’s that kids say the darndest, weirdest, most unhinged things… and we wouldn’t have it any other way.

So pour a wine, pop your headphones in, and get ready to laugh (and cringe) your way through this one.

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Ali gets real about why she started doing simple stretching not to become a bendy Insta-goddess, but so she could:

Pick up the baby without throwing her back out

Survive folding washing without groaning like a 90-year-old

And maybe, just maybe, feel a little less like a human pretzel after school pick-up

Think of it as yoga, but realistic. No judgment, no chanting, no green juice required — just a reminder that moving your body (even for 5 minutes) is a gift to your future self.

So roll out that dusty Kmart yoga mat, and come stretch it out with me.

Because self-care doesn’t have to be glamorous sometimes it’s just stretching before you snap.

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The win — Ali actually smashed out her meal prep like a domestic goddess in activewear (yes, we’re shocked too).

The whinge — her poor husband cops it because the kids’ footy team didn’t make the finals… after he sacrificed his evenings, weekends and sanity to coach!

So tonight’s toast is going out to the real MVPs: the volunteers.

The mums running the canteen.

The dads coaching on weeknights after work.

The legends who sacrifice their own time so kids can play the sport they love.

If you’ve ever been filthy at an ungrateful parent, felt the burnout of “doing your bit”, or just want to raise a glass to the people who keep kids’ sport alive this one’s for you.

Because behind every sausage sizzle and sideline cheer squad is a volunteer who deserves a bloody medal (or at least a wine).

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Kerry takes us behind the curtain of her cancer journey, the burnout that nearly broke her, and how stress and anxiety became her unwanted daily companions. But this isn’t a pity party it’s the truth about what happens when life throws you every curveball at once, and how she found a way back.

We get into:

How cancer forced her to stop running on empty

Why burnout and anxiety hit mums harder than we like to admit

The little daily rituals that helped her rebuild her health and her hope

Why saying “I can’t do it all” is actually the bravest move you’ll ever make

Kerry’s been teaching families about values, resilience and emotional wellbeing for 20+ years, but here she’s not the teacher she’s the mum who had to learn the hardest lessons herself.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re one load of washing away from a breakdown, this episode is for you.

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Ali shares why mums are experts at putting themselves last, and how flipping that script even for 20 minutes can change your whole mood (and maybe your whole week). We’ll talk:

• Why self-care gets mistaken for selfishness
• The mental health magic of small daily joys
• How doing something for yourself makes you a better mum, partner, and human

So book that massage, drink your coffee hot, or sit in the car alone listening to a podcast (this one’s a great start). You matter too and today’s the day to prove it.

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In this episode, Ali confesses how her week spiralled into a procrastination masterclass, complete with sparkling walls but zero progress on the big-ticket tasks. We unpack:

• Why procrastination feels weirdly productive
• The “busy but not actually getting stuff done” trap
• How mums justify avoiding the boring or scary jobs
• And why wine tastes better when you’re ignoring responsibilities

If your house is spotless but your inbox is chaos, this one’s for you. Grab your glass, lower your standards, and let’s toast to procrastination the unofficial sponsor of mum life.

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In this Ask Ali Anything special, I’m answering your most unfiltered, unglamorous, and downright hilarious questions about motherhood, relationships, business, and the chaos in between.

Expect a mix of heartfelt advice, brutally honest truths, and more than a few overshares because if you’re going to ask, I’m going to answer.

We chat about:

• The reality of juggling mum life.
• Awkward parenting moments and how to survive them
• Big dreams, small wins, and the messy middle of chasing both
• The kind of advice your mum wouldn’t give you

Whether you sent in a question or just want to stickybeak at other people’s drama, this episode will make you feel like you’re in the group chat with your funniest, most brutally honest friend.

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Not the fluffy, passive kind. The real-deal, stop-someone-in-their-tracks kind of kindness that you say out loud.

Because thinking something nice isn’t the same as saying it and your words might be the only good ones someone hears today.

Ali shares a story that proves how powerful a simple compliment or kind gesture can be, and why mums, mates, and complete strangers need to hear it more.

💬 How giving a compliment can boost your own confidence

🧠 Why our brains default to negativity and how kindness rewires that

🌈 The ripple effect of telling someone they’re doing a good job

💗 Plus, a mini challenge that could totally change your week

This episode is your gentle shove to say the nice thing, write the message, give the compliment and remind people they matter.

Perfect for:

• Mums running on empty
• Anyone who needs a reminder that kindness = power
• Listeners who want to be a light in someone else’s day

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🎉 WIN: We made our very first dollar from this podcast. That’s right this chaotic corner of the internet is officially monetised.

🙄 WHINE: My kids are now deeply obsessed with the Saga Boys and I have absolutely no idea what’s going on. Is it music? A cult? TikTok? All three?

We unpack the wild ride of raising kids in the content era, learning to celebrate the little wins, and embracing the weird parts of motherhood (like having to Google who your 8-year-old is dancing to).

This episode is for:

• Mums chasing a side hustle win
• Parents confused by their kids’ pop culture obsessions
• Listeners who want to celebrate the small stuff and laugh through the rest

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This week on Big Mum Energy, Ali is joined by Georgia, a lifestyle-focused fat loss & physique transformations coach who helps everyday women transform their health, bodies, and confidence without sacrificing their sanity or social life.

We get real about:

Why most diets fail women (and how to stop the cycle)

How to build a body you love with strength training & smarter nutrition

The mindset shifts that matter more than macros

Busting fat loss myths & why cardio isn't your only tool

Balancing mum life, weight loss, and still eating the damn cake

Whether you want to lose fat, build muscle, or just feel good in your skin again this episode is your hype girl moment with no judgement and zero fluff.

Perfect for:

• Women tired of yo-yo dieting
• Mums who want their energy back
• Anyone ready to build strength, resilience, and results that last

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Ali spills the tea on:

🚢 How she booked a family cruise without blowing the budget

💸 The payment plan hack that makes big trips actually doable

🌴 Why taking a break is NOT selfish it’s survival

🧠 How planning a holiday boosts your mental health (science says so!)

If you’ve been telling yourself, “One day we’ll go…” \THIS is your sign. Life’s too short to wait for perfect timing. Book the holiday, babe.

🎧 Perfect for: Mums craving a reset, families needing budget-friendly holiday hacks, and anyone stuck in the “someday” mindset.

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This is raw, funny, and a little bit feral the way mums actually talk when the kids are finally in bed.

If you’ve ever needed permission to have a whinge without guilt, this one’s for you.

Perfect for: Overloaded mums, parents in the trenches, and anyone who wants a laugh (and a little validation).

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This is Part 2 of Kim’s journey through pregnancy loss, grief, and the unbearable courage it takes to give birth to a baby you already know won’t cry.

Ali sits down with Kim to talk through:

👼 What it’s like delivering a stillborn baby

💔 The emotional, mental and physical toll of labouring after loss

🕊️ The moments of beauty and connection inside the heartbreak

🗣️ The conversations no one has — but every mum should hear

💡 Advice for supporting a friend or family member through stillbirth or miscarriage

This episode is raw, confronting, and important. For anyone who’s walked through pregnancy loss, or loves someone who has, this is your safe space.

We don’t sugar-coat it. We say the quiet parts out loud.

Because talking about it helps heal it.

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In this Motivational Monday episode of Big Mum Energy, Ali is serving up tough love and practical tips for mums who want to finish the year without crying into their advent calendars.

In this episode you’ll learn:

✔ Why planning ahead now will save you Christmas stress later

✔ How to create a zero-overwhelm system for gifts, events & budgets

✔ Simple hacks to stay sane during the busiest time of the year

✔ Why future-you will want to high-five current-you

This isn’t about becoming a Pinterest-perfect mum it’s about keeping your cool, avoiding financial blowouts, and actually enjoying Christmas (yes, it’s possible).

Grab your planner, pour your coffee (or wine, no judgment), and let’s make a game plan.

Perfect for: Busy mums, working parents, and anyone who’s had it with last-minute chaos.

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This week’s win? Ali survived something that sounds like it belongs in a vet’s office — human parvovirus (yes, that’s a thing, and no, she’s not a dog). Cue the drama, the symptoms, and the laughs.

And the whinge? Coldplay’s kiss cam has taken over the internet, and Ali has thoughts. Why is this kiss cam moment going viral? Is it romantic, cringe, or just proof the algorithm loves drama? We’re breaking it all down with a side of sass.

In this episode we chat about:

What the hell is human parvo and how Ali ended up with it

The internet obsession with Coldplay’s viral kiss cam moment

Mum life, health scares, and finding humor in the madness

If you’re here for unfiltered mum chat, a laugh after a long week, and the kind of real-life chaos you won’t see on Instagram, pour a wine and hit play.

Perfect for: Mums who love real talk, pop culture gossip, and a good Friday wind-down.

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Part 1 takes us up to the heartbreaking moment Kim discovered there was no heartbeat. We talk about:

• The excitement and nerves of early pregnancy
• The shocking moment everything changed
• What really goes through a mum’s mind when hope disappears
• Why we need to talk about pregnancy loss and miscarriage grief more openly

This isn’t just another sad story it’s an honest, raw conversation for every mum who’s felt this pain, and every friend who wants to support someone going through it.

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses miscarriage and pregnancy loss. Please take care while listening.

🎧 Stay tuned for Part 2, where Kim shares the deeply personal experience of delivering her baby and navigating the grief that followed.

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Are you living life as the hero of your own story, or are you stuck in victim mode?

This episode is a wake-up call for every mum, who’s tired of playing small, blaming circumstances, or waiting for a miracle. Because guess what? You are the bloody miracle.

We talk about:

⚡ How to spot the signs of victim mentality holding you back

⚡ Why the “hero mindset” isn’t about being perfect it’s about taking back control

⚡ Real-life mum moments where I had to call myself out (ouch, but necessary)

⚡ Simple steps to stop playing the victim and start owning your power

If you’ve ever caught yourself saying, “Why does this always happen to me?” or feeling like life is happening to you instead of for you, this episode is your permission slip to take the steering wheel back.

Grab your coffee, press play, and let’s make Monday count.

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In this episode, we chat:

The win: A little victory that made my whole damn week

The whinge: The thing that almost pushed me over the edge

The big wine: What financial abuse looks like (hint: it’s not always obvious)

Red flags you can’t ignore and why this convo is critical for mums and women everywhere

This one’s raw, real, and absolutely necessary. If you’ve ever felt like money is being used as a weapon in your relationship or you just want to empower yourself with knowledge, boundaries, and resources you need to hit play.

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In this episode, we spill:

• How ChatGPT saves my brain from melting (because mum life = chaos)
• Why it’s the secret weapon for podcast planning, captions, and creative inspo
• The hilarious, slightly unhinged prompts I’ve thrown at it (and the answers I got back!)
• How you can use AI for meal plans, shopping lists, mum hacks, and even kids’ homework (don’t judge)

If you’ve been side-eyeing AI or wondering how the heck it fits into real life especially for busy mums, this episode will have you downloading it before school pick-up.

This episode is for:

• Mums who want more time and less brain fog
• Women running businesses from the laundry
• Creators, podcasters, and content queens looking for a shortcut that actually works
• Anyone curious (or terrified) about AI in everyday life

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What if your kid doesn’t want to finish school and that’s actually okay?

Ali shares a raw, practical, and slightly rebellious take on letting kids ditch the ATAR dreams and follow their own path whether that’s a trade, a job, or just not being miserable in a classroom.

We unpack:

• Why university isn't the only path to success anymore
• How forcing kids into academic moulds can crush confidence
• The rise of trades, apprenticeships, and real-world smarts
• Why quitting school doesn’t mean quitting life (or ambition)

This one’s for the mums and dads lying awake at night wondering if letting their teen drop out makes them a failure. (Spoiler: it doesn’t.)

It might actually make you a damn good parent.

This episode is for:

• Parents of teens struggling in the school system
• Mums wondering if a trade could be better than Year 12
• Families exploring alternative education or early entry into work
• Anyone questioning the pressure to “stay in school no matter what”

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Whinge of the week? Ali actually nearly died.

(OK, maybe not officially dead-dead, but dramatic enough to deserve wine, sympathy, and possibly a GoFundMe for emotional recovery.)

Win of the week? Her son Harry turned 10 and called it the best day of his life. Mission: Mum Complete.

We chat:

• Surviving the week when your body says “nope”
• How to throw a birthday party without completely unravelling
• The healing magic of old friends who get your chaos
• Wine-fuelled rants, laughs, and the raw truth of mum life

Whether you’ve had a week from hell or you’re just here for the birthday vibes, this one’s got big feels, big laughs, and Big Mum Energy written all over it.

This episode is for:

• Exhausted mums powering through for their kids
• Parents who’ve had a health scare and kept on mummin’
• Women who need a laugh, a cry, and a reason to pour a wine
• Anyone who knows the real party MVP is always the mum behind the scenes

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We go there with:

• Youth crime — what Aunty Kim thinks is really behind it, and how parents can step up (without losing their minds).
• Trans and gender identity — honest, heartfelt takes from a woman who raised kids before pronouns were a thing.
• Mum guilt, marriage, and “modern parenting” BS — spoiler: she’s got thoughts, and they’re spicy.
• Plus: classic Kim chaos, unexpected wisdom, and probably a swear or five.

This is one of those episodes where you’ll laugh, maybe cry, and 100% yell “SHE’S NOT WRONG!” at your car stereo.

This episode is for:

• Mums who want real talk without the sugar-coating
• Parents navigating tricky convos with their kids
• Anyone who grew up with a strong, blunt, hilarious matriarch
• Listeners craving nuance, humour, and unapologetic honesty

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In this episode of Big Mum Energy, we’re talking about the silent thief of modern motherhood: disconnection through distraction.

Ali gets real about her own habits (yep, even mid-convo scrolls), the guilt spiral that follows, and the simple but radical act of putting down your phone and actually being present with your kids.

We unpack:

• How phone addiction is normalised (especially for mums craving a brain break)
• Why our kids notice more than we think
• The power of micro-moments and real conversations
• A few phone-free tricks to get your kid to actually open up

Because the truth? Our kids don’t need perfect. They need present.

Perfect for:

• Mums who are feeling disconnected but don’t know why
• Parents wanting to build deeper relationships with their kids
• Anyone craving more meaning and less mindless scrolling
• Listeners ready to swap screen time for real talk + real life

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Ali’s coming in hot with this week’s:

• Win: Renovating a teenager's retreat in just two days — solo (yep, no tradies, just tenacity and a power drill)
• Whinge #1: Pinching a nerve during what was supposed to be a fun night of bowling
• Whinge #2 (aka the main event): Why customer service is officially dead, and how trying to get a refund these days feels like launching a royal inquisition

This ep is part motivation, part meltdown, and full-blown mum-life mayhem served with your Friday vino and a side of sarcasm.

• Mums who are carrying the mental AND physical load (with receipts)
• Anyone who’s tried to DIY and instantly regretted it
• Listeners over the fake niceness of chatbot customer “support”
• Women who need permission to whinge and then win

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Meet Ali’s Grandma born in 1933, left school to start work at 15 to help feed her family, and went on to live a life worthy of a Netflix series (minus the fame, plus the wisdom). She’s proof that resilience doesn’t come from self-help books it comes from lived experience, heartbreak, hustle, and hope.

In this heartwarming and honest episode, we unpack:

• What it was like being a working-class teenage girl post-WWII
• How she met her first love at a radio station job just after the war
• Getting pregnant out of wedlock in a time when that meant social exile
• Being labelled a “scarlet woman” after a divorce
• Finding real love and choosing it on her own terms
• Her no-BS advice for modern mums juggling it all

She’s cheeky, wise, and still sharper than half of Gen Z. And her most powerful message?

“Children are the greatest blessing.”

Perfect for:

• Mums who need perspective and a hit of generational wisdom
• Listeners who love real stories of female resilience and motherhood
• Women navigating single parenting, second chances, or starting over
• Anyone who wants to feel inspired by life before Instagram perfection

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No, seriously. This is your permission slip to stop feeling guilty for wanting intimacy, connection, and actual grown-up time even if your brain is fried and your body feels like a nappy bag with legs.

Ali gets raw (and a bit raunchy) about:

• Why physical connection isn’t just “another job” on the to-do list
• How resentment, the mental load, and motherhood mess with your mojo
• The role of sex in long-term relationships (especially after kids)
• Her own awkward, hilarious take on getting back into the saddle
• And why intimacy is motivation for confidence, closeness, and remembering you're more than just the snack b*tch

This isn’t about performing. It’s about prioritising yourself and your partnership, even when you’re wearing yesterday’s bra and your pelvic floor is 50% hope.

Perfect for:

• Mums feeling disconnected in their relationship
• Women whose libido ghosted them after baby #2
• Couples trying to rekindle intimacy post-kids
• Listeners who want real, relatable convos about sex, love, and surviving marriage with a sense of humour

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Ali’s cracking open the $7 rosé and talking:

• Why your grocery bill now requires a personal loan
• That awkward moment when your electricity bill is more shocking than the actual power
• The rising price of literally everything from kids' footy fees to toilet paper
• Plus: the relatable panic of checking your bank account after “just grabbing a few things” at the shops

This isn’t financial advice, babe it’s financial therapy for the mentally cooked but emotionally rich.

This episode is perfect for:

• Mums feeling the financial pinch
• Women juggling bills, groceries, and guilt
• Anyone sick of hearing “just cut out your lattes” from finance bros
• Listeners who want to laugh through the cost of living chaos
• Podcast fans who love raw, honest, and hilarious takes on real life

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Yeah… they might be pissing on your fire.

In this episode of Big Mum Energy, Ali dives into the sneaky ways that friendships can drain your confidence, dull your shine, and kill your vibe. From low-key jealousy to “I’m just being honest” energy-suckers we’re talking about the difference between supportive hype-girls and toxic fire-hosers.

You’ll learn how to:

• Spot the signs of unsupportive friendships
• Protect your energy when chasing goals
• Set boundaries without being a people-pleasing doormat
• Surround yourself with women who fan your flames, not piss on them
• Stop apologising for wanting more than nappies, night feeds and Neighbourhood Watch

This one’s for the ambitious mums, the side-hustling dreamers, and anyone ready to level up without the dead weight.

This episode is perfect for:

• Mums and women building businesses or passion projects
• Anyone who’s been made to feel “too much”
• People navigating toxic friendships or draining social circles
• Listeners craving empowering, no-BS advice on protecting your peace
• Those ready to find their hype circle and ditch the doubters

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Because trying to do it all doesn’t make you a hero. It just makes you exhausted (and slightly feral).

Ali shares a personal story about how she nearly combusted trying to be Supermum and the wild, radical idea that letting someone cook you dinner, do school drop-off, or hold your baby doesn't make you weak it makes you bloody smart.

We unpack:

• Why mum guilt stops us from accepting help
• The myth of the “independent woman” who does everything alone
• How asking for support is a radical act of self-care
• The importance of building your village and letting them actually show up
• Why being strong doesn't mean doing it solo
• And why you’re not failing you’re just a human who wasn’t meant to raise kids in isolation

This episode is for:

• Mums who feel guilty even thinking about asking for help
• Women who were raised to believe “I’ve got it” is a badge of honour
• Burnt-out, overloaded, school-lunch-packing legends who need a damn nap
• Anyone who needs permission to stop being the family’s emotional pack mule
• And anyone who needs a reminder that we rise higher when we lean on each other

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This week, Ali is joined by her really, really close cousin (like shared-a-boob-close) for a no-holds-barred round of “Would You Rather.”

Would you rather:

From family secrets to mum fails nothing is sacred in this wildly unfiltered episode full of laughs, wine, and weird scenarios you’ll absolutely relate to (but maybe won’t admit out loud).

You’ll hear about:

• Growing up with a cousin who’s basically your emotional support twin
• The fine line between overshare and therapy
• Why funny games are the best way to unpack mum rage
• And yes… boobs come up.

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We’re talking:

🐶 That time she shot the neighbour’s dog (don’t worry, it deserved it)

🐊 Getting dragged by a crocodile mid-canoe trip

🤢 The extremely awkward way she confronted my teenage eating disorder

👶 And the time we nearly launched a baby off the cattle rails (parenting fail 101)

It’s raw, it’s ridiculous, and it’s real AF.

If you’ve ever laughed through trauma or coped with chaos by making it comedy this one’s for you.

You’ll love this episode if you:

• Grew up with wild family stories you’re still unpacking
• Use humour to process your childhood or parenting chaos
• Love unfiltered convos about family, trauma, resilience, and motherhood
• Need a laugh and a little therapy all in one go

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In this episode, Ali takes on the humble bra. Yep. That one item we always say we’ll replace next week, but somehow still haven’t.

It’s more than boob support, it’s a metaphor for all the things mums put off for themselves.

We talk:

• Why buying a bra that fits your soul (and boobs) is self-care
• The mum guilt tax we put on anything remotely just for us
• Reclaiming your time, your body, and your bloody lingerie drawer
• How looking after yourself gives everyone else a better version of you

So if you've been wearing a stretched-out, grey-ish ex-bra since 2019... this is your sign, queen.

This episode is for:

• Mums who put everyone else first
• Women who need a kick to finally do something just for them
• Anyone who’s ever whispered “I’ll just wait for the sale” and never hit checkout
• Breast owners in need of a gentle, funny wake-up call

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This week, Ali serves up a real-time scroll through the emotional chaos:

The small wins

The epic whinges

And the unhinged Google searches that only a stressed, tired mum would type (like “can you die from stepping on Lego?”)

We chat about the mental load of motherhood, the quiet victories we never get credit for, and the inner dialogue you’d never post on Insta — but definitely think at 2am.

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Ali is joined by Maddi a midwife, mum, and birth advocate, to unpack the emotional impact of birth trauma, medical interventions, and what it really means to have informed consent during childbirth.

From emergency C-sections and traumatic birth experiences to reclaiming control through home birth and personal empowerment, this is a raw, honest, and deeply personal conversation.

Ali shares her story of having three caesarean births she never felt she chose, while Maddi opens up about navigating the system as both a mum and a midwife and why she chose to have a free birth at home after her own traumatic birth.

This episode is a must-listen for:

• Mums who’ve felt silenced or dismissed in the birth room
• Parents recovering from unexpected or traumatic births
• Anyone exploring VBAC, free birth, or alternative birth options
• Birth workers and doulas passionate about informed consent and respectful care

Because when it comes to your body, your birth, and your baby, your voice matters.

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Ali’s in the kitchen (sort of), serving up a hilarious pep talk for mums who are stuck in a meal-planning Groundhog Day. Because if your kids scream when they see something green, and your brain short-circuits when someone says “what’s for dinner?” this one’s for you.

In this episode:

• Why cooking the same dinner every week is driving you to the brink (but you're not alone)
• A few easy ways to spice up your meal game (without becoming Nigella or spending $700 at Woolies)
• And a gentle reminder: feeding your family doesn't have to kill your soul

Perfect for mums who are:

• Overwhelmed by the same 3-meal dinner cycle
• Looking for easy family dinner inspiration
• Sick of beige food, beige moods, and beige motivation
• Trying to bring joy back to cooking or at least fake it 'til Friday

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In this chaotic catch-up, Ali spills the week’s emotional wine all over the podcast. From middle-of-the-night smoke alarm meltdowns, to a UTI that won’t quit, to the footy photo drama, this one’s a full-body eye roll with a wine chaser.

What’s inside this episode:

• The weird things that ruin a mum’s week (spoiler: it’s always the little stuff)
• A raw, funny rant about the mental load of a social media post.
• Why even a rogue UTI can’t stop us from trying to “weekend like we used to”
• And some very real love for mums who are literally running on Barocca and rage

For the mums who:

• Are in a long-term relationship with chaos
• Haven’t slept since 2016
• Are trying to be organised, but the universe keeps laughing
• Just need someone to say “same, babe. Same.”

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In this brutally honest (but funny AF) episode, we dive into:

• Why the idea of the perfect mum is absolute BS and rooted in guilt, comparison, and invisible labour
• Real talk on mum burnout, mental load, and why “just ask for help” is the most useless advice on the planet
• Stories from Ali’s own parenting chaos, the good, the gross, and the accidentally inspirational
• And a permission slip to be a real mum, not a perfect one, one mismatched sock and wine-stained tee at a time

Expect:

• Laughs, swears, and deep sighs of relief
• Honest convos about mum guilt and impossible expectations
• A celebration of doing your best — even when your best looks like frozen nuggets and forgetting the reader folder (again)

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In this episode:

• Ali gets real about mum-life motivation and why going to the gym isn’t about looking hot — it’s about mental survival
• Her secret trick for waking up early and semi-functioning in the 5am club
• Why movement matters — and no, it doesn’t have to be a 12-step Pilates flow with lemon water
• Plus: a pep talk for those of us who wake up most days feeling like a dehydrated slug in a nursing bra

If you’ve ever thought “I should work out” and then rolled over and cried into a stale biscuit — this one’s for you, babe.

This is your permission slip to:

• Start small
• Show up crusty
• Move your body because you can, not because you hate it
• And scream “FML” into a pillow before sunrise

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In this episode:

• The chaotic joy of inclusive sport.
• A very real rant about being the one who remembers every single themed day, permission slip, and who likes which colour cup
• A no-filter chat on pink vs blue jobs who does what in the house and why it doesn’t mean you're stuck in 1950
• And a loving reminder that just because you know where the soccer boots are, doesn’t mean you’re failing feminism

Expect:

• Real talk about the mental load of motherhood
• Laughs about the daily juggle of working mum life
• A cheeky celebration of progressive parenting wins (even if they come wrapped in maroon and blue)

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In this chaotic intro episode, you'll meet your host Ali – a real-life mum juggling work, motherhood, a side hustle or three, and the emotional damage caused by turning up to the wrong bloody appointment (again).

Get ready for:

• Hilarious mum fails and parenting rants
• A peek into why this podcast exists (spoiler: therapy was booked out)
• What to expect each week – think: funny parenting stories, working mum life, emotional breakdowns, and probably too much swearing
• And a wine-down moment for you to feel a little less alone in the madness

If you're a tired mum, a working mum, a school lunch-packing legend, or just someone who’s ever whispered “I can’t do this today” while searching for a clean sock — this podcast is for you.

It’s raw.

It’s relatable.

It drops every week

And it’s got more chaos than a 3-year-old with a permanent marker.

So grab a glass (or a mug), press play, and settle in because Big Mum Energy has officially arrived.

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Whether you're a new mum, a working mum, or just a chronically exhausted legend keeping small humans alive, this is your no-BS corner of the internet.

Hosted by a straight-talking, slightly sleep-deprived mum (Ali Birch), this podcast is your weekly hit of honest parenting, funny mum life stories, working mum chaos, and real talk about motherhood in all its messy glory.

We're talking:

• Mum rage.
• Tantrums (theirs and yours).
• School lunches, mental health, identity loss, and what the hell happened to your pelvic floor.
• And the occasional car cry breakdown (you know the one).

This isn’t your typical parenting podcast. There are no perfect routines, no smug advice, and absolutely no toxic mum guilt.

Just big laughs, big feelings, and Big Mum Energy.

Hit follow, subscribe, or whatever that button says, and get ready for episodes dropping every Tuesday.

You're not alone. You're just a mum in the wild and now you've got backup.

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