Speak Up & Engage

If you ever wanted to know about how your food affects your health, wellbeing and energy….THIS IS THE SHOW TO LISTEN TO! Our hosts Toby, Laura and Bridget interview the world renowned Cyndi O’Meara about diet, food and the impact the right and wrong foods have on our body. As one of Australia’s most well Listen In The post SE 32: Does food matter? appeared first on The Wellness Couch.

Greta Thunberg has been prolific on Social Media and traditional media spreading a message of Climate Change. Which side of the fence are YOU sitting on? Do you agree or disagree? There is an argument for both sides and today, our hosts Toby, Laura and Bridget dive deep into what Climate Change is, how we Listen In The post SE 31: Climate Change appeared first on The Wellness Couch.

As part 3 of a 4 part series on Cyberbullying, our hosts interview the head of Education for Bully Zero, Katie Govic (bullyzero.org.au) In this episode, we talk about the perspective of the bully. We discuss what it means to be a bully, how to take responsibility and how to support those that are doing Listen In The post SE 30: Cyberbullying Part 3 appeared first on The Wellness Couch.

As part 2 of a 4 part series on Cyberbullying, our hosts interview the head of Education for Bully Zero, Katie Govic (bullyzero.org.au) In this episode, we focus on the victim in the Cyberbullying equation. How to support someone being bullied, how to recognise if someone is being bullied and how to handle being cyberbullied Listen In The post SE 29: Cyberbullying Part 2 appeared first on The Wellness Couch.

The Speak Up and Engage Podcast started with the intention of educating the younger generations about health, vitality, wellness and the prevention of depression, suicide and anxiety and it makes so much sense that we bring a special focus to Cyberbullying as a part of this education process. As a four-part series backed by the Listen In The post SE 28: Cyberbullying appeared first on The Wellness Couch.

Statistics are showing that more and more of our youth are experiencing loneliness in a world where we are surrounded by so many people! Is it because we are living in an era of technology instead of socialisation? Have we prioritising work overplay? These are the BIG questions our hosts’ answer that lead to disconnection Listen In The post SE 27: Loneliness in Youth appeared first on The Wellness Couch.

Our three hosts, Toby, Bridget and Laura took the stage to share with 200 people on the Sunshine Coast the message of health, wellness and mental health for our youth!! The Wellness Couch hosted the Wellness Basecamp last week and the hosts talk all things health from air-pods to water and frying pans!! From organic Listen In The post SE 26: Getting Well at the Wellness Basecamp appeared first on The Wellness Couch.

This week, our hosts Toby, Bridget and Laura talk all things money!! Do you blow every cent you have or do you try to save some of it? Do you even have a savings plan? That Smashed Avo on a Saturday morning with friends can be super expensive and it’s all about what your priorities Listen In The post SE 25: It’s all about the Money Honey appeared first on The Wellness Couch.

Part 2 in a 2 part series – If you or anyone you love needs help, call Lifeline on 13 11 14 This week, our hosts, Toby, Bridget and Laura chat to Carren Smith, the Founding Director of Spirit Hive and Producer of the Speak Up and Engage Podcast show about depression, anxiety and suicide. Listen In The post SE 24: Is Depression really depression? appeared first on The Wellness Couch.

Part 1 of a 2 part series: On this week’s show, our hosts Toby, Bridget and Laura interview the founding Director of Spirit Hive and the Producer of this podcast show, Speak Up and Engage. With a really colourful and ‘adventurous’ past and background, Carren talks about why she wanted to start the show, her Listen In The post SE 23: Carren Smith appeared first on The Wellness Couch.

What do you do to get outside and experience the gifts of nature? Have you ever heard of Biophilia Hypothesis? The hosts explore all the BIG topics with the BIG words!! LOL!! Biophilia is our natural and innate need to connect to nature in order to recharge, so strap yourself in as Bridget, Toby and Listen In The post SE 22: Get Outside appeared first on The Wellness Couch.

What did you think about your time at school? Are we prepared well enough by the education system? What is missing? Do we need to improve what we are teaching our kids? Hear from the kids perspective what they learned. It’s not just the subject of Maths, it’s about problem-solving. English is not just about Listen In The post SE 21: The Education Journey appeared first on The Wellness Couch.

If you have to track your time on Social Media, what would be your stats? This week our hosts explore everything related to Instagram, Facebook and other platforms that are currently occupying the space and time of our youth. Is Social Media a good thing? Is it a time waster? Or is it a way Listen In The post SE 20: Pro’s and Con’s of Social Media appeared first on The Wellness Couch.

There is so much hype these days about going to the gym to keep fit and healthy. What do you think about it all? Crossfit, F45, Snap, Fitness First, Jetts….. Is this a craze or is it something we should be paying attention to? Are you someone who likes to take advantage of the great Listen In The post SE 19: To Gym or Not to Gym appeared first on The Wellness Couch.

Whoo Hooo!!! This week our show hosts, Laura, Toby and Bridget chat with Sunshine Coast Lightning Netball team members, Laura Scherian and Annika Jones!! It’s so inspiring to chat to two absolute legends in their field who have followed their passion all the way to the top! Imagine being paid to do something you love Listen In The post SE 18: Sunshine Coast Lightning Netball Team interview appeared first on The Wellness Couch.

We are so excited to welcome the incredibly talented Laura Pettigrew as the newest host to the Speak Up and Engage team. Both Toby and Bridget interview Laura to discover her amazing journey to the age of 21 and crack up laughing to one of Laura’s funniest and whackiest moments especially facilitating a ‘baby race’ Listen In The post SE 17: Spotlight on Laura Pettigrew appeared first on The Wellness Couch.

Our amazing Toby has interviewed our new host Bridget Kelly like a champion! Bridget shares her background, life story and why she’s so excited to be a part of the Speak Up and Engage show! You’re going to LOVE LOVE LOVE  this episode as we bring you high vibes, great energy and a really fun Listen In The post SE 16: Meet our new host Bridget Kelly appeared first on The Wellness Couch.

Wow, there are some awesome relationships that start when we are at school and there are also some of the most heartbreaking times as we explore our first loves and first encounters of adulthood. Today our podcasters explore if teenage relationships are a good thing or if they are a road to self-destruction? Do you Listen In The post SE 15: Teenage Relationships appeared first on The Wellness Couch.

Why is Self-love and self care so vital for our growth? Have we grown up in a societal culture that doesn’t teach us to treat ourselves with care? Have we grown up without the skills to handle our own emotions and to care and nurture ourselves instead of looking to others to do it for Listen In The post SE 14: The Power of Self-Love appeared first on The Wellness Couch.

Meditation, mindfulness and changing the world…. That’s what is waiting for you in this weeks episode of Speak Up and Engage. What is meditation anyway? How does a 15-year-old boy meditate? What changes when you’re 19 or 21? Listen in as our hosts explore their own personal relationships to meditation and mindfulness and how they Listen In The post SE 13: Meditation – Is this the way to positive change? appeared first on The Wellness Couch.

Do you speak your truth and stand up for yourself? Do you feel free to communicate with ease? Do swallow your thoughts and feelings or do you feel comfortable to let the world know you’re here? Toby drops the ‘truth bomb’ that there will always be a little part of ourselves that is trying to Listen In The post SE 12: Self Expression and Communication appeared first on The Wellness Couch.

Do you feel your relationships have equal give and take? Nicola talks about what makes relationships really hard work and Toby talks about the magic of Random acts of kindness! He speaks from the heart and shares what really matters in friendships. What do you do if you think you’re in a toxic relationship? How Listen In The post SE 11: Toxic Relationships appeared first on The Wellness Couch.

Did you know that there are double the number of bullies to the number of victims? What the? Did you know that over a million people get bullied each year? What is the solution? Toby says we need to learn to manage our emotions, Erica speaks of both online and face to face bullying and Listen In The post SE 10: Bullying is NOT COOL! appeared first on The Wellness Couch.

Our podcast hosts have alot to say about the effects of screens and how they have noticed changes in their own behaviours and moods when they have been on their screens, phones, TV’s and devices! Goodness, can you imagine the impact screens have on younger kids and brains? Take a listen as Toby, Erica and Listen In The post SE 9: Screen Time Should We Be Worried? appeared first on The Wellness Couch.

When is it ok to experiment or experience drugs and/or alcohol? This week, our show hosts explore the addictive nature of drugs and alcohol and how it can affect the future of our younger generations. Toby questions if there is ever a time or a place for alcohol and the girls share their own experiences Listen In The post SE 8: Drugs and Alcohol for Youth appeared first on The Wellness Couch.

“Your body (or your mind) doesn’t know the difference between what is real and what is imagined.”  With the stress of society, these days including so much work, information overload, activities, expectations, pressure of figuring out what we want to do… then add money into the equation! OMG!! Wowsers, it’s tough and learning to cope, Listen In The post SE 7: Stress and Stress Management appeared first on The Wellness Couch.

On this week’s episode, our podcasters, Nicola, Toby and Erica chat about what it means to GET MOVING and how young people can incorporate it into their daily lives. Nicola shares the downsides to being sedentary and Erica questions why it’s even necessary! Toby loves the water and swims, surfs and spends as much time Listen In The post SE 6: Get Moving! appeared first on The Wellness Couch.

Some families are fulfilling, encouraging and loving. Others feel volatile, abusive and full of alienation. This week our hosts explore what it means to recognise abuse and how to respond as well as how to contribute to family harmony and ultimately inner peace. Do family always have your back? What do we do when there Listen In The post SE 5: Family Matters appeared first on The Wellness Couch.

Wowsers, at just 19 years old, our Erica Claire has experienced her fair share of life’s ups and downs! In this episode, we get up close and personal with Erica to discover what makes her tick, what gets her inspired and how she keeps herself focused on making a difference to the people she loves. Listen In The post SE 4: Spotlight on Erica Claire appeared first on The Wellness Couch.

Toby Vanden Bogert is our amazingly mature 15 year old guy that has tackled his fair share of challenges in such a young life. In today’s show, we dive deep into Toby’s life experiences as he shares the difference that makes a difference when it comes to overcoming, busting through and coming out the other Listen In The post SE 3: Spotlight on Toby Bogert appeared first on The Wellness Couch.

Get up close and personal with our gorgeous podcast host, Nicola Dickman. In this show, you’ll be a fly on the wall and our team explores Nicola’s years growing up and hear all about her challenges and opportunities. Life isn’t always smooth sailing and when difficulties strike, we are always charged to answer the BIG Listen In The post SE 2: Spot light on Nicola Dickman appeared first on The Wellness Couch.

In today’s podcast, our hosts introduce themselves, why they are participating in Speak Up and Engage, what they hope to achieve for the listeners and how their life’s journey has brought them to today! A little nervous, a little excited and very inspired to make a difference, Nicola (21), Erica (19) and Toby (15) will Listen In The post SE 1: Welcome to Speak Up and Engage appeared first on The Wellness Couch.