Figuring Out 30

Money hits different now that Bridge works in a freelance capacity so we're calling upon the wisdom of financial behaviour specialist and author Emma Edwards this week! Money books can be scary and intimidating but Emma's book 'Good With Money' is sooo accessible and relatable for young women - hear how she went from being a "hot mess" with money, to good! Plus, how the patriarchy influences our spending habits, the state of financial literacy and financial engagement among millennials, why emotional spending is like dating a fuckboy and more!You can purchase Emma's AMAZING book 'Good With Money' right here!!Figuring Out 30 is now on Instagram!:)Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Drop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

*If this episode on PMDD brings up anything for you, Lifeline is available on 13 11 14.Getting real about Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder this week, a severe form of premenstrual syndrome that affects 5-8% of people who menstruate but sadly remains widely misunderstood. Hear more about Bridge's own experience with this devastating condition as well as the signs and symptoms to look out for.Figuring Out 30 is now on Instagram!:)Join radio/TV presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Drop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chatting all things friendship with the fab Sal & Al from Two Broke Chicks! Learn about the Seven Friend Theory and how love languages are also SO applicable to your mates, what the chicks think of quiet quitting friendships and the biggest lessons they have learned from their seven-year strong platonic bond!You can purchase Sal & Al's brand new book 'Finding Your People' right here!ICYMI: Bridge on Two Broke Chicks last yearFiguring Out 30 is now on Instagram!:)Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Drop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Imagine being flown to LA to hang out with Selena Gomez and her makeup brand, Rare Beauty? Or hitting up Japan with MECCA? Well, that's life for beauty influencer Claire Bridgett who is jumping on the pod this week for a crash course in makeup! Hear Claire break down how to get the best out of your makeup and her journey from working as an instore makeup artist to travelling the world with the biggest brands. PLUS, a very honest review of Bridget's own makeup bag and what Claire thinks is the most overrated beauty trend right now!Figuring Out 30 is now on Instagram!:)Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Produced and presented by Bridget HustwaiteDrop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eighteen months on and Bridge finally has her VCAT hearing this week to seek compensation from mould damage at the end of 2022 so this episode is dedicated to your rental horror stories! Jumping in to hear them is renowned renter advocate, Jordan van den Berg aka @purplepingers. Hear how Jordie got started in this space, what real estate agents think of him and with more than 31% of Australians renting and the cost of living crisis, why do we still feel the pressure to buy a house?!Figuring Out 30 is now on Instagram!:)Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Drop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This year has seen Bridge indulge in some pretty dangerous online shopping habits and following the news that Australians buy more clothes per person than any other country, it's time for an intervention. Jumping on the pod this week to help unpack Bridge's shopping addiction is the wonderful Maggie Zhou - fellow writer and podcaster, and slow fashion advocate. Hear how Maggie started to embrace more sustainable fashion habits, what we can do to survive the age of doom spending, her top thrifting tips, Fashion Week tea, how she feels about unboxings/hauls, whether or not there is such thing as dressing for your age and more!This episode was brought to you by the Victorian Government's Inquiry into Women's Pain. The Victorian Government want to hear about your experience with pain. This includes any experience of pain and pain care, treatment or service that you have had in Victoria. It also includes the experiences of healthcare workers who have worked with women and girls with pain. This could be pain from an injury or trauma, dental pain, joint pain, or musculoskeletal pain. It can also be related to heart, neurological, reproductive, autoimmune or other health conditions over your lifetime. Share your experience, concerns, and suggestions about your experience of pain by completing the survey right here, you have until July 31st! Your pain deserves to be believed and relieved!Figuring Out 30 is now on Instagram, chuck us a follow to stay connected.:)Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Drop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gen Z comedian and Australia's #1 poet Sez joins Bridge for what was intended to be a Millennial Roast but kinda ended up being mediation lol. Hear the two dissect ankle socks, Kesha, camera pauses, emoji and GIF etiquette plus Sez's journey to vlogging about poops.Stay connected with Sez here!Figuring Out 30 is now on Instagram!:)Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Drop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.comFiguring Out 30 is an independent podcast created on the lands of the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation. If you like what you hear, please review/rate/share the love! Xx Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joining Bridge this episode is one of the most prolific names in Australian politics, Georgie Purcell from the Animal Justice Party! On the cusp of turning 32, Georgie is the youngest woman in Victorian Parliament and undoubtedly one of the most authentic and refreshing figures we have seen in Australian politics, ever. In this candid conversation, Georgie opens up about her rise in politics as well as her personal life, sharing relationship details that she's never publicly revealed before. She also discusses her experience with two abortions and her journey in reconciling maternal desires, the significance of expressing herself through fashion in parliament, and how she navigates the challenge of separating her private life from such a scrutinized profession. This chat is definitely one for the books!Loved what you heard from Georgie? Check out her impeccable social media game here.Thanks SO much to WAAC for making this episode of Figuring Out 30 possible - WAAC provides a broad range of sexual health and support services, including counselling and support for people living with HIV, testing and sexual health services for LGBTQIA+ people, peer mentoring, education and training, social support for LGBTQIA+ young people, harm reduction services for people who inject drugs, resources and much more. Learn more here - https://www.waac.com.au/Figuring Out 30 is now on Instagram!:)Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Drop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

WE BACK! NEW SEASON! And coming to you from the literal OTHER SIDE OF THE COUNTRY (?!) Biggg catch up's in this episode, talking all about Bridge's massive and somewhat sudden relocation from Victoria to Western Australia, Oscar's footy and a new injury, almost (fml) meeting Kevin Parker, a news article about Bridget that pissed her off, plus her list of "Perth Querks" featuring red onions the size of coconuts, treats from the real estate and more!Thanks SO much to Ecosa for making this episode of Figuring Out 30 possible - refresh your sleep and shop the final days of Ecosa's End of Financial Year Sale - up to 35% off site wide here!Figuring Out 30 is now on Instagram!:)Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Drop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's the final episode of the year and joining Bridget is the amazing Angie McMahon! Angie is an adored singer-songwriter based in Melbourne/Naarm and has JUST released her second album 'Light, Dark, Light Again', which captures Angie's relationship with self and surrendering to her Saturn Return. Hear Angie reflect on her Saturn Return as well as the success of her 2019 debut 'Salt', why she developed a more complicated relationship with depression while releasing music, how she navigates social media as an artist, why she cried on stage recently in Sydney and how she feels about the constant fixation on women aging. ILYSM ANGIEStay connected with Angie on Instagram and buy her new album, let's get it to #1 on the ARIA Charts!!!ICYMI and want to learn more about Saturn Return, check out my chat with astrologer Natasha Weber here.Figuring Out 30 is now on Instagram!:)Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Produced and presented by Bridget HustwaitePhotography and artwork by Tim LambertDrop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joining Bridge this week is the wonderful Samuel Leighton Dore! Sam is an artist, author and screenwriter based on the Gold Coast, and his new book "Wow, It's All A Lot" is just SO on brand for the podcast as it is a heartfelt celebration of not quite having life figured out and celebrating the middle bits, as messy, awkward, and uncomfortable as they are!Hear Sam get candid on why he never thought he would make it to the age of thirty, how he created the infamous Smile Tiles and how his relationship with self-love and self-worth has evolved.Stay connected with Sam on Instagram and purchase his book here!Figuring Out 30 is now on Instagram!:)Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Produced and presented by Bridget HustwaitePhotography and artwork by Tim LambertDrop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BYO tissues for this episode because we're taking a moment for our pets and highlighting the very real grief that can be felt from their passing, which is something we don't often talk about! You'll hear touching reflections from two of Bridget's mates, Rochelle Flack and Henry Wagons, who both recently lost their beloved Keasha and Peeps. Plus, expert insight courtesy of Candice Mace from Griefline.Griefline supports anyone experiencing grief via telephone support, online forums and support groups. More info can be found here.You can purchase Henry Wagons' instrumental piece on Bandcamp, with all proceeds donated to Guide Dogs Australia.Figuring Out 30 is now on Instagram!:)Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Produced and presented by Bridget HustwaitePhotography and artwork by Tim LambertDrop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you want to see the world but find yourself waiting for others, this is your sign to just GO! The biggest tourism trend since the pandemic is the rise of solo travellers and friend of the pod, Melissa Mason, is jumping on to share her fave things about travelling alone, and how you can embrace it too!Big thanks to LBDO for sponsoring this episode. Head to https://www.lbdo.com to start elevating your pleasure and use discount code FO30 at checkout for $30 off the Essensual Vibe!Figuring Out 30 is now on Instagram!:)Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Produced and presented by Bridget HustwaitePhotography and artwork by Tim LambertDrop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is sex better in our thirties than our twenties? Jumping on the pod to discuss sexual wellness and pleasure is Rachel Baker, founder of LBDO. We talk everything from erection types to having sex in share houses, erogenous zones, why the pleasure gap is a very real thing and heaps more!Head to https://www.lbdo.com to start elevating your pleasure and use discount code FO30 at checkout for $30 off the Essensual Vibe!Figuring Out 30 is now on Instagram!:)Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Produced and presented by Bridget HustwaitePhotography and artwork by Tim LambertDrop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fresh from placing runner up in season three of RuPaul's Drag Race Down Under, Gabriella Labucci joins Bridget to chat about all about her drag journey, navigating life with ADHD and how Gabriella went from not even thinking she would make it to 30, to being happier than ever at 31. PLUS, how she met Lady Gaga AND a slay little trauma dump of Bridget and Gabriella working their first ever job together at Sturt St Maccas in Ballarat xoxoStay connected with Gabriella Labucci on Instagram and buy her merch here!Figuring Out 30 is now on Instagram!:)Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Produced and presented by Bridget HustwaitePhotography and artwork by Tim LambertDrop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Retiring at the age of 29 may seem uncommon in most professions, right? Well, it's a reality many AFL players face and in this episode, Jack Watts shares what it was like to exit the footy world as he entered his 30's. Jack was the number one draft pick in 2008 and played for Melbourne (alongside Bridget's partner Oscar) and Port Adelaide. This is a super insightful, candid look into how the pressures of professional sport have influenced Wattsy's relationship with footy and the lessons he's taking into this next chapter of life. You can hear more of Jack on The Overly Excited Podcast. Plus, check out his swimwear label, Skwosh Club.(Jack's chat on The Imperfects podcast is also a MUST LISTEN)Figuring Out 30 is now on Instagram!:)Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Produced and presented by Bridget HustwaitePhotography and artwork by Tim LambertDrop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you ever wondered why some relationships thrive while others seem to unravel? Or why you find yourself communicating and navigating conflict in a particular way? Well, the answer might just lie in our attachment styles! This week, relationship coach Stephanie Rigg joins the pod to unpack Attachment Theory and the key characteristics of each style. Check out Steph's own podcast, On Attachment!You can also follow her on Instagram and grab a copy of her free Attachment Guide hereFiguring Out 30 is now on Instagram!:)Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Produced and presented by Bridget HustwaitePhotography and artwork by Tim LambertDrop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When Barbie asked "“Do you guys ever think about dying?”, she had a point! Have you done your will? Apparently this is something we should start preparing as soon as we turn 18 but Australians under the age of 35 are the least likely to have an estate plane in place. So we gotta change that! Today's episode is basically like a crash course in preparing a will with Aaron Zelman, co-founder of Willed. Find out some surprising things you can include in your will, how to make it legally binding, what happens when somebody passes without a will and heaps more!Thanks so much to Willed for sponsoring this episode - check out their website HERE and write a Will online in as little as 15 minutes. PLUS, use discount code FIGURINGOUT20 for 20% off!Figuring Out 30 is now on Instagram!:)Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Produced and presented by Bridget HustwaitePhotography and artwork by Tim LambertDrop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bridge is baaaaack and sitting down with Sean Szeps ahead of Fathers Day for a candid chat about life in his thirties and life as a queer dad in Australia! If you're not across Sean, he's a podcaster, content creator AND the author of "Not Like Other Dads". It's an incredible memoir on how Sean navigates the heterosexual parenting world, documenting first-hand what happens when the parenting script - 300,000 years in the making -simply doesn't apply.To stay connected with Sean, follow him here and purchase his book here!Figuring Out 30 is now on Instagram!:)Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Produced and presented by Bridget HustwaitePhotography and artwork by Tim LambertDrop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Before the pod takes a lil break, Bridget sits down to share her night at the Melbourne premiere of Barbie, her weekend at Splendour in the Grass and whether the festival has redeemed itself from last year, PLUS answers the questions you submitted to FO30! As promised, here's the WHAT'S GOOD playlist for your new music fix.And... the OhNut that was discussed in this episode!Figuring Out 30 is now on Instagram!:)Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Produced and presented by Bridget HustwaitePhotography and artwork by Tim LambertDrop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joining Bridget this week is bestselling author of Heartbake and home cook extraordinaire Charlotte Ree! By the age of 32, Charlotte had been married, divorced, broken someone's heart, and had her heart broken into a million little pieces, twice. But perhaps her greatest love story is one that's been there all along, right there in the kitchen. Hear how cooking helped Charlotte find herself, as well as her experience on the dating apps post-divorce, plus candid reflections on losing a best friend and navigating the complexities of familial relationships.Connect with Charlotte on IG and purchase her bestselling memoir, Heartbake, right here.Figuring Out 30 is now on Instagram!:)Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Produced and presented by Bridget HustwaitePhotography and artwork by Tim LambertDrop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Get ready to connect with spirit because this week, Jessica Lynne not only takes you inside her mind as a psychic medium but reveals what YOU can do to help embrace your own intuition. Plus, catch some snippets of Bridget's own reading!To stay connected with Jessica Lynne, follow her here. (https://www.instagram.com/jessicalynnemediumship/)Figuring Out 30 is now on Instagram!:)Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Produced and presented by Bridget HustwaitePhotography and artwork by Tim LambertDrop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joining Bridget on this episode is fellow Ballaratian and podcaster Tess Griffin, who lost her father to suicide when she was just three years old. Tess' dad never knew his own biological father but 28 years on, Tess found him and it's all thanks to an ancestry DNA test! Hear Tess share how an Emmy-winning TV series inspired her to take the test, what the process actually entails, what it was like meeting her grandfather, Barry, for the first time and more. Seriously, there is SO much more to this story that will pull at your heart strings in more ways than one, big thanks to Tess for being so generous in sharing her story!*this conversation does mention suicide, if this brings anything up for you, Lifeline is always there - 13 11 14)You check out Tess Griffin's podcast, The Innerview, right here. (Plus her chat with her grandfather, Barry!)Figuring Out 30 is now on Instagram!:)Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Produced and presented by Bridget HustwaitePhotography and artwork by Tim LambertDrop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.comFiguring Out 30 is an independent podcast created on the lands of the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation. If you like what you hear, please review/rate/share the love! Xx Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How far are you willing to go for your relationship? For Alisha Aitken-Radburn, it was over 3000km! In this episode, Bridget chats to the Bachelor Australia fave about her experience moving from Sydney to Perth for her now husband, Glenn. Hear Alisha share how the Bachelor in Paradise couple decided that SHE would be the one to pack up her life, what it was like to find new work and form a new friendship circle from scratch, PLUS the advice Alisha would pass on to couples in a similar situation.To stay connected with Alisha, follow her on Instagram and you can pre-order her amazing book ‘The Villain Edit' here (out 29th August!)Figuring Out 30 is now on Instagram!:)Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Produced and presented by Bridget HustwaitePhotography and artwork by Tim LambertDrop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.comFiguring Out 30 is an independent podcast created on the lands of the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation. If you like what you hear, please review/rate/share the love! Xx Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ok pals, it's time to turn the friend radar ON because this episode is all about forming new connections! Joining us to share some epic tips and tricks is Dr. Ali Walker, a human connection scientist and author of ‘Click or Clash?'. Hear Ali and Bridget discuss numerous concepts such as our loneliness thresholds, our connection appetites and types as well as the importance of "intensity" and "frequency", plus how many friends we *really* need.To stay connected with Ali Walker, follow her on Instagram and you can purchase her book ‘Click or Clash?' here.Figuring Out 30 is now on Instagram!:)Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Produced and presented by Bridget HustwaitePhotography and artwork by Tim LambertDrop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.comFiguring Out 30 is an independent podcast created on the lands of the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation. If you like what you hear, please review/rate/share the love! Xx Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Not every friendship is meant to last forever and sometimes our thirties can highlight some solid shifts within social circles, but how do you know when it's worth letting a friendship fully fizzle out? In this episode, Bridget picks the brain of clinical neuropsychologist Dr. Hannah Korrel about friendsplits, when to adjust effort levels, the physical effects of a toxic friendship, the importance of asserting yourself and more!You can follow Dr Hannah Korrel on Instagram and purchase her super insightful book 'How To Break Up With Friends' here. Plus, check out Hannah's app 'Assert Yourself'.Figuring Out 30 is now on Instagram!:)Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Produced and presented by Bridget HustwaitePhotography and artwork by Tim LambertDrop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.comFiguring Out 30 is an independent podcast created on the lands of the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation. If you like what you hear, please review/rate/share the love! Xx Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bridget's taking you home to Ballarat to meet her mate from high school, Celia Gercovich. Familiar name? Maybe you're one of 1.6 MILLION people who follow Celia on TikTok! Hear how Celia has emerged as one of Australia's most relatable content creators, her fascination with influencing as well as her high school mems with Bridget, featuring one particular subject that traumatised them lmao. Celia also talks us through her multiple business ventures and relationship with toxic productivity, how she advocated for herself as a young female leader at a tech corp giant, why she'll “never work for the man” again and how her idea of success has changed over the years.To stay connected with Celia, here's her Insta and TikTok!Figuring Out 30 is now on Instagram!Big thanks to esmi skin minerals for sponsoring this episode of Figuring Out 30! Check out their huge range of vegan, cruelty free skincare here and use discount code BRIDGET20 for 20% off SITEWIDE until 20th June! *some exclusions apply and cannot be used in conjunction with other offers.:)Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Produced and presented by Bridget HustwaitePhotography and artwork by Tim LambertDrop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.comFiguring Out 30 is an independent podcast created on the lands of the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation. If you like what you hear, please review/rate/share the love! Xx Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Whether it's a romantic relationship, friendship, loss of job or even a death, some people can't move forward without closure but is it something that we really need? And what happens if we don't get it? Joining Bridget to answer your questions on closure is Melbourne based psychologist Chris Cheers, who is also the author of "The New Rulebook: Notes from a psychologist to help redefine the way you live". Hear Chris unpack the concept of closure and why we feel like we must seek it, as well as the link to confirmation bias and schemas, PLUS the one thing he thinks is the true cause of relationship breakdowns and why we need to rethink our labelling of emotions.Follow Chris Cheers on Instagram and purchase "The New Rulebook" here!Figuring Out 30 is now on Instagram!:)Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Produced and presented by Bridget HustwaitePhotography and artwork by Tim LambertDrop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.comFiguring Out 30 is an independent podcast created on the lands of the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation. If you like what you hear, please review/rate/share the love! Xx Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Body image has been one of the most requested topics to cover on the pod so this week Bridget is diving in and with some amazingly valuable insights provided by respected body positivity and mental health advocate April Hélène-Horton, aka The Bodzilla! We talk fashion week, her highly publicised conversation with Michelle Bridges, thoughts on Jenny Craig & SkinnyMeTea, how anti-ageing is the sister of diet culture, the way in which motherhood has influenced April's relationship with her body, the lululemon item that made April cry and why life is more than bills and skinny!To stay connected with April, follow her here!Figuring Out 30 is now on Instagram!:)Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Produced and presented by Bridget HustwaitePhotography and artwork by Tim LambertDrop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.comFiguring Out 30 is an independent podcast created on the lands of the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation. If you like what you hear, please review/rate/share the love! Xx Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wholesome hangs with Laura Henshaw this week! This lady really needs no introduction but in short, she is the co-founder and CEO of KIC (fka Keep It Cleaner), author, podcaster and law graduate! Hear how Laura has realised the importance of mind, body and connection, plus the humble beginnings of the KICPOD and how she navigates personal expectations and external comparison in her thirties. We also unpack some of the toxic diet culture trends we were exposed to in our twenties (death to SkinnyMeTea!!!)To stay connected with Laura, follow her here! You can also purchase her and Steph's new book here.Figuring Out 30 is now on Instagram!:)Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Produced and presented by Bridget HustwaitePhotography and artwork by Tim LambertDrop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.comIf you like what you hear, please like/subscribe/share the love! Xx Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ahead of her second album 'Endless Summer' dropping next month, Bridget catches up with the utterly inspiring force that is Holly Rankin aka Jack River to chat about the recording process and Holly's latest project, baby Maggie! This is suchhh an insightful look into Holly's pregnancy and how motherhood has impacted her creativity but an honest observation on how the music industry treats women who not only age, but who also decide to have children. Strap in, cos we have some THOUGHTS. Jack River's new album ‘Endless Summer' drops June 16. You can pre-order it here! Figuring Out 30 is now on Instagram! Be part of the convo here.:)Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Produced and presented by Bridget HustwaitePhotography and artwork by Tim LambertDrop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.comIf you like what you hear, please like/subscribe/share the love! Xx Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Leaving weeknight radio and taking on freelance work has come with many perks for Bridget, like being able to enjoy a regular dinner time (hell yeah) and attend events (slay). Howeverrrr, she's noticed a greater exposure to alcohol and she's feeling a bit weird about it so in this episode, you're going to hear her pick the brain of Jill Stark, who documented a year without booze in her bestselling book, High Sobriety. Find out what Jill came to realise about drinking culture in Australia and how she navigated the surprisingly huge reaction to her sobriety, PLUS what that first drink back was really like!You can follow Jill here and check out her amazing books (yep, she's penned a few!) right here.:)Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Produced and presented by Bridget HustwaiteYOU CAN NOW FOLLOW F030 on Instagram!!Photography and artwork by Tim LambertDrop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We've knuckled down on some pretty serious topics as of late so joining Bridget for a lighthearted yarn this week is her pal, comedian Jess Perkins AKA very popular friend who gets invited to many weddings. And they're tackling the biiig questions like how much should you gift at weddings? Are you expected to buy a gift if you're travelling far for a wedding? Can you go home before the bride and groom? What's the bloody difference between a bridal shower and a hens day? What about last minute guest invites? Why does Bridget keep dropping so many f-bombs?!Big thanks to Ecosa for sponsoring this weeks episode - you can check out their dreamy new Autumn-Winter bamboo bedding collection right here.:)Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Produced and presented by Bridget HustwaitePhotography and artwork by Tim LambertDrop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.comIf you like what you hear, please like/subscribe/share the love! Xx Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sadly, one in four pregnancies end in miscarriage but we still have a long way to go in terms of normalising the conversation surrounding such a devastating loss. In this episode, Bridget catches up with the beautiful Chloe Fisher (Darling, Shine!) who has been using her huge platform to share her own fertility struggles and help others feel less alone. You'll hear Chloe reveal what it's like to experience multiple miscarriages and undergo seven rounds of IVF, the one thing that people say that infuriates her the most, plus Chloe's latest health diagnosis and what really happened on the day of her Sunday Life photoshoot with husband Paul (FISHER).Catch more of Chloe on her podcast, Darling, Shine!:)Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Produced and presented by Bridget HustwaitePhotography and artwork by Tim LambertDrop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.comIf you like what you hear, please like/subscribe/share the love! Xx Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A brief one this week as Bridget recovers from birthday celebrations and sits down to talk through the things she has realised at 32.:)Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Produced and presented by Bridget HustwaitePhotography and artwork by Tim LambertDrop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.comIf you like what you hear, please like/subscribe/share the love! Xx Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's 2023 and what can be easily regarded as the most important job in the world is still one of the least valued. Yep, we're talking motherhood. Joining Bridget to unpack the inequality of female caregiving and bullshit juggling act of business and babies is Melbourne-based boss (literally) Phoebe Simmonds, who also shares her experience of a high risk pregnancy and reveals why her transition to 30 was so gut-wrenching.Follow Phoebe here and check out her fab two businesses, The Blow and the memo.The book that Bridget and Phoebe discuss is The Cost of Labour by Natalie Kon-Yu:)Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Produced and presented by Bridget HustwaitePhotography and artwork by Tim LambertDrop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.comIf you like what you hear, please like/subscribe/share the love! Xx Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Grief is such a universal experience that can impact our lives in so many ways, yet we kinda suck at talking about it. So, let's talk about it! Bridget catches up with Sally Douglas from the Good Mourning podcast to chat about the unexpected loss of her mum and her beautiful new book created with her co-host, Imogen Carn, that aims to get real about grief and help people navigate life after loss.For more, check out the Good Mourning podcast and purchase their brand new book!:)Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Produced and presented by Bridget HustwaitePhotography and artwork by Tim LambertDrop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.comIf you like what you hear, please like/subscribe/share the love! Xx Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Breakups are never fun and to celebrate her 2 year "dumpiversary", Bridget shares the tips and tricks that helped her move on from her last relationship and enter her 30s with guns blaaaaazingg. Few more f-bombs than usual fyi ¯_(ツ)_/¯BRIDGEY PICK:the delete men playlist by Bridget's friend, G.Big thanks once again to the new Modibodi period active underwear range for sponsoring today's episode! You can check out their online store here and use discount code BRIDGET2023 for 15% off - excludes bundles, gift cards, reduced items and maxi absorbency. No min spend.:)Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Produced and presented by Bridget HustwaitePhotography and artwork by Tim LambertDrop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.comIf you like what you hear, please like/subscribe/share the love! Xx Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bridget catches up with her radio mom Jacinta Parsons for a candid chat about ageing, how it connects to grief and the systems in place that work against women as they progress through life. Jacinta is the presenter of Victorian Afternoons on ABC Melbourne, as well as the incredible author of "Unseen" and "A Question of Age: Women, ageing and the forever self", which you can purchase right here!BRIDGEY PICKS (TASMANIA EDITION)MONA & the Posh Pit ferryUrban GreekSonny Bar:)Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Produced and presented by Bridget HustwaitePhotography and artwork by Tim LambertDrop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.comIf you like what you hear, please like/subscribe/share the love! Xx Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's Endometriosis Awareness Month so Bridget is taking you through everything you need to know about this chronic condition that affects one in nine (!!) Australians.Take this episode as a crash course but if you want to learn more, check out these trusted resources:The Center for Endometriosis CareEndo Girls BlogIn 16 Years of EndoBeating Endo by Dr. Iris Orbuch and Dr. Amy SteinHow to Endo by Bridget Hustwaiteendogram Big thanks to The Spoonie Society for sponsoring this episode! Go check out their amazing range of heat packs here and don't forget to use discount code BRIDGET15 for 15% off your order!:)Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Produced and presented by Bridget HustwaitePhotography and artwork by Tim LambertDrop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.comIf you like what you hear, please like/subscribe/share the love! Xx Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bridget catches up with digital content creator and author Helen Chik to chat about her amazing self-published book and what it's like to date after two divorces! Hear all about Helens time in New York as a single pringle and why it's so important to be transparent with your matches, plus whether life milestones are all they're cracked up to be.You can purchase SEX, SWIPES & OTHER STORIES right here. Go on, support a local indepedent author!BRIDGEY PICKS:Maisie Peters - Body BetterSol Vibrating Stroker by VUSH (you're welcome!):)Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Produced and presented by Bridget HustwaitePhotography and artwork by Tim LambertDrop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.comIf you like what you hear, please like/subscribe/share the love! Xx Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In celebration of Sydney WorldPride, Bridget catches up with former Miss Universe Australia and media personality Maria Thattil to discuss what it's like to come out later in life and especially following a conservative upbringing, plus the expectations placed on those who do not identify as heterosexual. Grab your copy of Maria's brand new book 'Unbounded' here!BRIDGEY PICKS:Indy - Freeloader:)Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Produced and presented by Bridget HustwaitePhotography and artwork by Tim LambertDrop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.comIf you like what you hear, please like/subscribe/share the love! Xx Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's a big episode as Bridget recovers from a weekend of music festivals and celebrates her first Valentine's Day as a cougar hehe! Hear her pick the brain of fellow podcaster Melissa Mason whose mission to f*ck Paul Mescal led her to a relationship with a guy ten years her junior! Bridge's bf Oscar also joins in on the dating age gap convo and good mate Pippy gives a very frank review of the latest Magic Mike film.Want more from Melissa Mason? Follow her here!Big thanks to VUSH for sponsoring this episode - check out their sexy new lingerie range here and be sure to use discount code ENDOGRAM for 50% off their hero toy, the Empress 2!BRIDGEY PICKS:Mae Stephens - If We Ever Broke Up:)Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Produced and presented by Bridget HustwaitePhotography and artwork by Tim LambertDrop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.comIf you like what you hear, please like/subscribe/share the love! Xx Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Following her decision to quit prime time radio, Bridget catches up with fellow broadcaster and podcaster Polly 'PJ' Harding who broke hearts right across Melbourne when she announced her shock departure from the highly coveted KIIS breakfast slot. Find out what caused PJ's shift in priorities, the multiple types of grief she has experienced in her thirties and the importance of separating who you are from what you do.Check out PJ's own podcast right here!BRIDGEY PICKS:Mimi Webb - Red FlagsJasmin Eats - Pork Sausage Rigatoni:)Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Produced and presented by Bridget HustwaitePhotography and artwork by Tim LambertDrop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.comIf you like what you hear, please like/subscribe/share the love! Xx Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bridget is back and ready to fill you in on everything that's happened since the last episode of Figuring Out 30! Hear her highlights of 2022, why she quit her job and what's coming up for her (and the podcast!) in 2023.Big thanks to The Spoonie Society for sponsoring this episode - you can find them on Instagram and shop their amazing range of heat packs right here. Use discount code BRIDGET15 for 15% off your first order!:)Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Produced and presented by Bridget HustwaitePhotography and artwork by Tim LambertDrop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.comIf you like what you hear, please like/subscribe/share the love! Xx Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How did you know you were ready to start dating again? How does podcasting compare to radio? In this episode (the final of series one!) Bridget sits down to answer your questions about Figuring Out 30 and her personal experiences - from navigating long term breakups and maintaining friendships, to raising a (dramatic) puppy and what she wished she did in her 20's.Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Produced and presented by Bridget HustwaitePhotography and artwork by Tim LambertLogistical support by Mike WilliamsDrop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.comIf you like what you hear, please like/subscribe/share the love! XxSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This podcast series has mainly been presented from Bridget's perspective as a 31 year old woman but what does it mean to navigate your 30's as a guy? Do males even care or lose sleep about this chapter of life?! To find out more, Bridget is picking the brains of two adored dudes in media, Dyl Buckley and Alex Dyson. Hear Bridge, Dyl and Dyso (new commercial radio trio anyone?) chat everything from hair loss and fertility to our measure of success, identities beyond our career and a few hip hop references bc why not!Show Notes:If you wanna hear more of Dyl and Dyso, check out Dyl's podcast empire, Producey! Dyso can be found having yarns on the Matt & Alex - All Day Breakfast podcast.:)Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Produced and presented by Bridget HustwaitePhotography and artwork by Tim LambertLogistical support by Mike WilliamsDrop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.com If you like what you hear, please like/subscribe/share the love! XxSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Money can be bloody hard to understand and even harder to talk about. With the cost of living on the rise and precarious employment trends emerging, it's understandable that so many young people are feeling shit about their financial future. BUT it's not all doom and gloom! Joining Bridget to provide some insight and hope is financial expert and author Mel Browne. From home ownership and managing bank accounts to investing, afterpay and crypto, prepare for a crash course in cash and hear why your 30's are actually the PERFECT time to start taking control of your finances. Show Notes:Mel Browne can be found on Instagram (@moremoneyforshoes) and she's even compiled an amazing list of financial resources just for you! Check it out here. :)Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Produced and presented by Bridget HustwaitePhotography and artwork by Tim LambertLogistical support by Mike WilliamsDrop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.comIf you like what you hear, please like/subscribe/share the love! XxSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Changing careers can be a daunting thought to entertain at the best of times and it can be particularly scary in your 30's. BUT it is never too late to have a crack and you're gonna hear from one of Bridget's friends who is living proof of this! From working at an AFL club to driving Dakota Fanning around (!!!), hear all about the various job titles Michelle Grace Hunder has held and how a huge business failure led her to becoming one of Australia's most acclaimed music photographers. Show Notes:Michelle Grace Hunder can be found on Instagram and here: www.michellegracehunder.com:)Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Produced and presented by @bridgethustwaitePhotography and artwork by Tim LambertLogistical Support by Mike WilliamsDrop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.comIf you like what you hear, please like/subscribe/share the love! XxSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After chatting to her close mate Ashy about egg freezing at 31, Bridget decides to explore her own fertility options. In this episode, you'll be joining Bridget as she meets Dr. Fiona Cowell (Monash IVF) to undertake the AMH test and follicle ultrasound. You'll also hear more about Bridget's endometriosis and where she stands in terms of her own maternal desires.Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Produced and presented by Bridget HustwaitePhotography and artwork by Tim LambertLogistical support by Mike WilliamsDrop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.comIf you like what you hear, please like/subscribe/share the love! XxSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Bridget's taking you home to Ballarat to meet one of her closest mates, Ash (or Ashy). And boy, does Ashy have a story to tell! From getting divorced at 29 to turning 30 in lockdown and going through IVF at 31 - it's safe to say that Ash has had a pretty hectic start to this new chapter of life. Hear how Ash coped with not meeting the expectations she set for herself, why high school reunions are bullshit and the importance of trusting intuition. Ash's resilience and hope throughout all of this is so admirable and her story serves as a super important reminder that 30 looks different on everyone. And that is so okay!Join music presenter and author Bridget Hustwaite as she explores the chaos, confusion and clarity that comes with turning 30. Produced and presented by Bridget HustwaitePhotography and artwork by Tim LambertLogistical support by Mike WilliamsDrop a line, anytime: figuringout30@gmail.comIf you like what you hear, please like/subscribe/share the love! XxSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.