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Stacey June and Kristie Mercer have trouble with authority. They are commonly known as The Thinkergirls. They are BFF’s, inquisitive beings and find the funny in the f*cked. This Pod Channel is the home of conversations full of thoughts you are thinking but not saying and giving space for questions…

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    • Jan 20, 2019 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 35m AVG DURATION
    • 374 EPISODES


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    Marie Claire x The Thinkergirls: We Need To Talk About... Should We Ban The Word Pretty?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2019 16:22


    Marie Claire and The Thinkergirls Present We Need To Talk About...Today's Topic: Should We Ban The Word Pretty?00:38 - Foreword from Editor of Marie Claire Nicky Briger 1:13 - Kristie explains her complex relationship with the word 'pretty' 2:47 - Kristie realises that looks and 'being pretty' is a currency in her childhood 4:32 - When Kristie asked Mum at 11 'do you think I'm pretty?' 7:41 - The Thinkergirls ask little girls what they think of the word pretty? 14:43 - Well...so should we ban the word 'pretty?' More from The Thinkergirls:Email us – hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram – https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts – http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Marie Claire x The Thinkergirls: We Need To Talk About... Happiness

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2019 26:45


    Marie Claire and The Thinkergirls Present We Need To Talk About...Today's Topic: Happiness00:26 - Foreword from Editor of Marie Claire Nicky Briger 1:17 - Marie Claire writer Kathryn Madden shares her experience of completing Yale's 'Happiness Course' 6:12 - Obsessing over what you don't have is the killer of happiness 9:57 - Visualisation as a technique to promote happiness from the course 12:38 - Writer of 'Happy As' Lisa Portolan on why we're all so obsessed with being happy 18:31 - The only way we can realise we're actually happy is by not being happy! 23:26 - We need to reframe the word happy and use other words instead of just 'happy' 24:49 - Happiness V Wellness. There's now a price tag on 'happiness' 'Happy As' by Lisa Portolan. Check it out HERE https://www.booktopia.com.au/happy-as-lisa-portolan/prod9781760681111.htmlKathryn Madden's Marie Claire Article on her Yale Happiness Course experience https://www.marieclaire.com.au/yale-happiness-course-reviewMore from The Thinkergirls:Email us – hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram – https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts – http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Marie Claire x The Thinkergirls: We Need To Talk About... Miscarriage

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2019 34:47


    Marie Claire and The Thinkergirls Present We Need To Talk About...Today's Topic: Miscarriage00:31 - Foreword from Editor of Nikki Birgger 1:13 - Co-founder of Pink Elephant Support Samantha Payne takes us through the stats of miscarriage 8:33 - How important is it that people around someone experiencing a miscarriage know how to support? 10:01 - Features Director of Marie Claire Sarah Grant 11:33 - Kristie goes through the do’s and don’t when someone around you has experienced a miscarriage with Stace + Sarah 16:00 - Connecting with women that have also experienced a pregnancy loss 21:58 - Being there for someone beyond the initial loss31:36 - Creating a safe place for the conversation is the most important Find Pink Elephant Support + the amazing work they do HEREIf any of this episode is triggering, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14More from The Thinkergirls:Email us – hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram – https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts – http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Marie Claire x The Thinkergirls: We Need To Talk About... I Do

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2019 37:45


    Marie Claire and The Thinkergirls Present We Need To Talk About...Today's Topic: I Do - One Year on from Marriage Equality00:56 - Foreword from Editor of Nicky Briger 1:23 - LGBTQI advocate / champion Jason Ball on where marriage equality is in 2019 7:40 - Luke & Craig said ‘I do’ this year. They share their story 10:47 - The powerful moment that made them realise what marriage equality actually means 18:36 - Has anything changed in their relationship post marriage?20:56 - Christine Forster on the process of marriage equality laws passing in Australia 23:25 - Christine shares her big day with her partner Virginia 26:09 - Was there more pressure on the day? 29:44 - Is there now more pressure on same sex couples to get married now that that there’s the option to? 33:51 - What can straight people learn from same sex couples and the way they approach relationships / commitment? More from The Thinkergirls:Email us – hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram – https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts – http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Marie Claire x The Thinkergirls: We Need To Talk About... Emotional Labour

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2019 25:33


    Marie Claire and The Thinkergirls Present We Need To Talk About...Today's Topic: Emotional Labour00:44 - Foreword from Editor of Nikki Briger1:27 - What actually is ‘emotional labor’ in a relationship to Stace and Kristie? 5:43 - Women bit by bit taking on more in relationships 8:18 - Feminine and masculine energy in relationships. We’re not just talking about men and women here 12:27 - Kids being a game-changer for ‘emotional labour’ in relationships 15:33 - What are some of the take outs from the article that went viral? 20:30 - Why conversation is key 23:19 - How millennials / new relationships are reshaping the way the dynamic works Women Aren’t Nags We’re Just Fed Up by Gemma Hartley. Originally featured HERE ‘Fed Up’ By Gemma Hartly - Read HERE https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/38647406-fed-upMore from The Thinkergirls:Email us – hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram – https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts – http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Marie Claire x The Thinkergirls: We Need To Talk About... Anxiety

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2019 36:43


    Marie Claire and The Thinkergirls Present We Need To Talk About...Today's Topic: Anxiety.0:28 - A foreward from Editor of Marie Claire, Nicky Briger.1:04 - The Thinkergirls interview Juanita Phillips; ABC News Presenter, author and mother of two.7:14 - Marie Claire staff Millie, Robyn and Susie tell us how their anxiety started.9:07 - The Thinkergirls interview Jill Stark; Author of Happily Never After.15:41 - Millie shares how she deals with her anxiety through breathing.17:23 - Juanita Phillips shares the story of her on air anxiety attack.26:11 - Susie shares how learning to let go of control helped her anxiety.27:20 - Jill Stark and The Thinkergirls discuss anxiety in women and how to measure your growth.32:41 - Susie, Robyn and Millie share their tips for managing anxiety.34:28 - A word from Stacey and Kristie.If anything in this podcast was triggering, please call Lifeline on 13 11 14More from The Thinkergirls:Email us – hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram – https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts – http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Summer Sessions: Stace + Ben Eloped!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2019 37:13


    Welcome to our 2018 Summer Sessions! We’re going back and bringing you our fave eps from this year to get you through the summer.Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Team Thinkergirl! This Episode… STACE'S BIG ANNOUNCEMENT05:30 - The big news Stace has to share with everybody!!! 07:15 - Why Stace is SO nervous about sharing it 08:45 - Where the decision came from 14:05 - The signs Stace felt on the day from people that had passed away 20:20 - Sorry, you NAPPED on this day? 33:30 - What Stace now calls Ben :/ LEL EP 69: Guy Sebastian on almost quitting music, sibling rivalry + being a Dad. Listen HEREEP 19 Boyfriend Step-Down Program & Dysfunctional Family Shame. Listen HEREMore from The Thinkergirls:Email us – hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram – https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts – http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Summer Sessions: The 411 - The giphy debate + Meghan Markle was too eager after her first date with Prince Harry

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2019 31:14


    Welcome to our 2018 Summer Sessions! We’re going back and bringing you our fave eps from this year to get you through the summer.Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Team Thinkergirl! This Episode… The 411 - The giphy debate + Meghan Markle was too eager after her first date with Prince Harry4:00 – The Gif/Jif debate leads to a discussion of the pros of Jiffy6:51 – The NY times reported on this… in 2003!8:46 – The founder of giphy said at the 2013 webby awards that he thinks it’s pronounced Jif.9:39 – The experts at the oxford English dictionary think otherwise…11:44 – Can Meghan Markle be promoting Suits now that she’s a princess??13:28 – In a new book, Megan shares that in the early days of dating Harry, she was too eager.14:13 – We all try to be the “cool girl” in the early days of dating, in an effort to avoid seeming too eager.17:24 – Stace doesn’t think it’s a bad thing to play the “cool girl”, because we need to make sure we balance friendships and relationships.18:48 – Why are we always more interested in the guy who comes across as less interested?21:18 – The minute a guy is too keen, Kristie gets a little scared off.23:43 – 2 different guys can do the same thing, and one is a creep and one is romantic. Why?25:55 – It’s all about whether you’re both ready at that time, as to whether being too eager is a good or bad thing.27:27 – Kristie doesn’t overthink it when she really likes a guy.Want to join our VIP Posse? (For a small amount of $$ each month have access to a tonne of extras and join the online community.) Learn more HERE More from The Thinkergirls:Email us – hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram – https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts – http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Summer Sessions: Trinny Woodall on Aussie Style, Designing a makeup range and choosing not to regret

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2019 38:00


    Welcome to our 2018 Summer Sessions! We’re going back and bringing you our fave eps from this year to get you through the summer.Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Team Thinkergirl! This Episode… Trinny Woodall on Aussie Style, Designing a makeup range and choosing not to regret6:54 - Being in a partnership, over time you become the Yin and the Yang.9:22 - What is Trinny Time and why does she love it so much?13:27 - Trinny has so much self-confidence. How did she get to that point in her life?15:56 - How did Trinny’s makeup OCD give birth to Trinny London?19:33 - The best ideas come from things that you need.19:46 - Match 2 Me – how does it work?!23:42 - Trinny doesn’t like to regret, so she tries not to look back.27:28 - The evolution of Trinny’s career is mind boggling.31:56 - Trinny defines Aussie women’s style.35:04 - How can women give each other confidence?The Thinkergirls: Bra Fitting. Watch HEREEP 121: Rae Morris On Learning Through Fear, The Highs Of Her Career And What Editorial Really Means. Listen HERETrinny London – Match 2 MeMore from The Thinkergirls:Email us – hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram – https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts – http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Summer Sessions: Lola Berry On Heartbreak, Inner Strength & Knowing Your Worth When Dating

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2019 38:08


    Welcome to our 2018 Summer Sessions! We’re going back and bringing you our fave eps from this year to get you through the summer.Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Team Thinkergirl! This Episode… Lola Berry On Heartbreak, Inner Strength & Knowing Your Worth When Dating5:50 - What's the process of writing a book - how long does it take?7:00 - How do you come up with ideas for the books? Lola has written 10 in 8 years! 9:20 - Lola shares how she was smashed after her 'Day on a plate' article 18:18 - The values that you search for in a partner and why it's SO much more than a 'type' 21:31 - Why Lola finds it hard to date - dudes that want to take advantage of her (bummer summer!) 29:52 - Lola Berry takes us through her horrific latest breakup Lola Berry’s latest book ‘The Yoga Body.’ Check it out HERE Lola Berry's Instagram. Stalk her HERE If any of this convo triggers you, Lifeline can be contacted on 13 11 14 or online services HERE https://www.lifeline.org.au The Butterfly Foundation - Support for eating disorders & body image issues. See HERE More from The Thinkergirls:Email us – hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram – https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts – http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Summer Sessions: Juliet Allen on how to know you've found 'the one' + tips for connected sex

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2019 27:26


    Welcome to our 2018 Summer Sessions! We’re going back and bringing you our fave eps from this year to get you through the summer.Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Team Thinkergirl! This Episode… Juliet Allen on how to know you've found 'the one' + tips for connected sex1:00 - Kristie’s trick to affording walnuts. LOL 7:24 - are dudes using condoms more these days? 8:23 - as a sexologist are there trends / patterns in clients Juliet sees? What are they? 11:22 - do you want to go deeper with a partner? Introducing tantra into your relationship and how to do it today 16:08 - the way we do sex is the way we do life 19:45 - finding out whether the person you’re with is the one. Juliet’s test! Do it To find out about the work Juliet is doing with Durex Australia, read more HERE.More from The Thinkergirls:Email us – hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram – https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts – http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Summer Sessions: Catch Up - Not Coping With Sundays When You're Single + Period Chat

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2019 37:59


    Welcome to our 2018 Summer Sessions! We’re going back and bringing you our fave eps from this year to get you through the summer.Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Team Thinkergirl! This Episode… Not Coping With Sundays When You're Single + Period Chat9:16 - Sunday’s have always been built on a feeling of ‘fun’s over’ 11:36 - Feeling guilt. Is there a way to change the ideas of what you ‘should’ be doing. Are you being realistic? 14:17 - What are the things that symbolise you feeling good / having your shirt together? 15:20 - Avoiding money stuff19:06 - Having someone in your life that has their life together to watch and aspire to because when you have 21:45 - Stace remembers her first ever period 24:45 - Stace uses the ‘Diva Cup’ for the first time. Of course we filmed it…link below 24:30 - Stace waking up and getting her period all over the bed :/ 27:50 - You period changing as you do and Stace noticing the changes in her cycle after having a miscarriage 32:56 - Looking at your period / poo / wee. Why it’s important to check in and use them as indicators EP 28: Lucy Peach + The Power of the Period. Listen HERE Diva Cup Video. Watch HERE More from The Thinkergirls:Email us – hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram – https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts – http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Summer Sessions: Rae Morris on learning through fear, the highs of her career and what editorial really means

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2019 39:08


    Welcome to our 2018 Summer Sessions! We’re going back and bringing you our fave eps from this year to get you through the summer.Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Team Thinkergirl! This Episode… Rae Morris on learning through fear, the highs of her career and what editorial really means6:00 - The reality of publishing a book is terrifying.9:31 – What does it mean to be an editorial makeup artist?13:41 - Rae explains the benefit of using a makeup brush on your hair.15:43 - Rae embraces the scary people because they’re gonna teach her the most.17:21 - The fear of celebrities comes from their experience with makeup artists more talented than Rae, not from their level of fame.23:08 - Lady Gaga emailed Rae to order her makeup brushes. OMG. Dead.24:48 - The only living Japanese master of craft designed Rae’s makeup brushes.29:30 - What’s the deal with Instagram makeup artists?33:40 - When Rae teaches, she gives away all her secrets.36:30 - Rae shares her top three pieces of advice.Bestie Beth's Insta: @pepperbethSweet Makeup Temptations Blog - Read HEREMore from The Thinkergirls:Email us – hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram – https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts – http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Summer Sessions: Talitha Cummins on beating anxiety + female binge drinking

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2019 35:27


    Welcome to our 2018 Summer Sessions! We’re going back and bringing you our fave eps from this year to get you through the summer.Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Team Thinkergirl! This Episode… Talitha Cummins on beating anxiety + female binge drinking7:15 - Where Talitha started her journalism career 9:36 - Talitha recalls her first job as a total introvert and how that felt to realise she was anxious 1:05 - The surreal anxious feeling where you go our of body in anxiety 13:37 - Is there a point where the anxiety made Talitha reconsider her career of choice? 15:05 - Talitha gets real about coming to rely on alcohol and where it all began 21:00 - Why is there such a big issue with chicks and binge drinking? 27:50 - Taltha’s Channel 7 exit 30: - How becoming a Mum changed her for the better Feel The Fear And Do It Anyway - BOOK Hello Sunday Morning More from The Thinkergirls:Email us – hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram – https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts – http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Summer Sessions: Stace's First Experience with Motherhood

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2019 46:43


    Welcome to our 2018 Summer Sessions! We’re going back and bringing you our fave eps from this year to get you through the summer.Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Team Thinkergirl! This Episode… Motherhood Week - Stacey June shares her first experience as a Mum3:43 - The Thinkergirls have a crack at a convo they've never had before....motherhood 6:23 - Stace & Ben's journey to conceiving & how convo's about kids happened very very early on 9:19 - Not being able to conceive naturally and how you approach 12:34 - Beginning fertility treatment - IUI. How does it all work? 19:28 - The lead up was a really fun time. It was a nice time. And I don't get to tell that part of the story very much 26:47 - Trusting your instincts. Stace didn't 'feel' pregnant anymore. How Stace knew before she knew 30:42 - The part of miscarriage that not a lot of people talk about. The logistics 38:57 - The grief of a miscarriage cannot be put into words 40:03 - Stace's sense of spirit and how that helped her navigate through the grief Other Episodes from Motherhood Week:EP 85: Jamila Rizvi On How Unique Every Woman’s Experience With Motherhood Is - Listen HEREEP 86: TG Posse Member Joanne Asks Jamila Rizvi How To Keep Sex Fun When Trying For A Baby - Listen HEREEP 88: Rachael Finch On Incorporating Her Kids Into Her World + Learning From Her Parents Mistakes - Listen HEREEP 89: Juliet Allen On Sex When You’re Feeling Disconnected From Your Body - Listen HEREMore from The Thinkergirls:Email us – hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram – https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts – http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Summer Sessions: Bachie Live with Osher Gunsberg

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2019 32:54


    Welcome to our 2018 Summer Sessions! We’re going back and bringing you our fave eps from this year to get you through the summer.Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Team Thinkergirl! This Episode… The 411 - Bachie Live Recap with Osher Gunsberg3:30 – We’re all a bit devo about Shannon leaving Bachie, but what goes on behind the scenes? Osher shares the reality…5:33 – Where do eliminated contestants go when they get driven off set?9:23 – The Sympathy Pash between Cass and Nick.13:09 – Nick is often reserved on dates because he doesn’t want to hurt anyone’s feelings.14:13 – Osher shares some insight into Nick’s involvement in the “Mean Girls” storyline on Bachie.16:27 – Sophie’s whiteboard trick; is there a prop cupboard in the mansion?! LOL17:54 – Dasha says that when a woman approaches a man, it’s a turn off. What are Osher’s thoughts on this?20:00 – Stace reckons Sophie is the underdog of the season.23:19 – When people start thinking about editing, the conspiracy theories start to emerge. Is that the intention in the editing room?23:38 – Hoof Touching; was that the most intimate moment of the season?26:43 – Osher is a bit of a love expert after 6 years of Bachie, what does he think is a sign of love?29:32 – Osher’s wife Audrey shares changed about Osher when he fell in love with her.30:48 – Osher could tell Sam, Matty and Tim we’re in love from a look in their eyes.Check out Osher's book - Back, After The BreakMore from The Thinkergirls:Email us – hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram – https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts – http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Summer Sessions: Lucy Peach + The Power Of The Period

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2018 33:15


    Welcome to our 2018 Summer Sessions! We’re going back and bringing you our fave eps from this year to get you through the summer.Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Team Thinkergirl! This Episode… Lucy Peach + The Power Of The PeriodLucy shares how she became so fascinated and inspired by the menstrual cycle (4:46)We look at the female menstrual cycle as an inconvenience when it’s so much more powerful than that (7:21)Lucy breaks down the menstrual cycle broken down into the seasons & why it’s important to know where you’re at (8:30)Kristie only starting to get a handle on her cycle having only just come off the pill (10:30)The winter phase of your cycle (13:01)Understanding the spring/power phase of your cycle (16:20)When does a woman actually ovulate? (19:50)Are so many women not understanding their cycle because of the contraceptive pill? (21:50)The final quarter of the menstrual cycle - the summer phase (22:58)Why women need to stop hating on themselves and their periods (25:30)Women in the workplace embracing the power their cycle gives them (27:30)Lucy’s advice for any chick wanting to get to know her cycle (29:10)The book that taught Lucy so much ‘The optimised woman’ by Miranda Gray To find out more about Lucy and her upcoming run of her show ‘My Greatest Period Ever’ at MICF see HERE More from The Thinkergirls:Email us - hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram - https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts - http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Summer Sessions: The 411 - Royal Wedding Breakdown

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2018 32:12


    Welcome to our 2018 Summer Sessions! We’re going back and bringing you our fave eps from this year to get you through the summer.Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Team Thinkergirl! This Episode… The 411 - Royal Wedding Breakdown6:30 – Who are all the kids at the wedding? Where did they come from?! 11:51 – Megan arrived alone and it made Kristie so sad for her. 14:02 – Prince Charles walked Megan down the aisle, rather than her mum. 18:13 – The tradition of “giving away the bride” is an archaic and complicated one. 20:09 – Megan had more friends at the wedding than she did family. 23:05 – David Beckham is the “Pippa Middleton’s Ass” of the Royal Wedding LOL 25:26 – Megan was represented in the details of the wedding and that was surprising. 28:00 – The other love story from the wedding… The Queen and the dog!More from The Thinkergirls:Email us – hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram – https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts – http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Summer Sessions: Julie Stevanja on how to become a great manager

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2018 20:15


    Welcome to our 2018 Summer Sessions! We’re going back and bringing you our fave eps from this year to get you through the summer.Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Team Thinkergirl! This Episode… Julie Stevanja (Stylerunner CEO) on how to become a great managerStace & Kristie don't throw the word 'inspire' around loosely & delve into why they find Julie to be exactly that (6:07)How do you learn to manage a team when you've never done it before? Julie explains (6:58)The ability to create your own course in a way via online resources (8:34)Biggest hurdle Julie had to overcome when setting up StyleRunner (10:26)How does Julie go about tough conversations both in a personal and professional sense? (11:39)The sacrifices that you make setting up your business in the early stages. Is this the only way to do it? (13:25)The biggest misconception people have about running your own business from what we see online (16:11)The one thing Julie would change if she went back and did it all again (17:36)The DOVE theory - what kind of a manager are you Julie is all aboutJulie's biggest online resource - Harvard Business Review'Thrive' by Ariana Huffington - a book that made Julie appreciate the value of sleep & self careEP 25: TG Posse Member Natalie Struggles With Maintaining A Work/Life Balance When Working From Home. Listen HEREMore from The Thinkergirls:Email us - hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram - https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts - http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Summer Sessions: Emma Isaacs On Letting Go Of The End Game + Never Having A 'Real' Job

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2018 36:24


    Welcome to our 2018 Summer Sessions! We’re going back and bringing you our fave eps from this year to get you through the summer.Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Team Thinkergirl! This Episode… Emma Isaacs On Letting Go Of The End Game + Never Having A 'Real' Job7:09 - Emma on her new book ‘Winging It’ 8:36 - Where do you even start when you’re writing a book? 10:53 - Where’s the line with trying to control versus trusting that what will be will be? 12:09 - How do you practically implement letting go of the end result? 14:13 - Emma tells us where Business Chicks really started 18:46 - Is there something Emma is doing that makes her inch herself? 21:40 - Emma has never had a ‘real’ job, so how did she know how to become an entrepreneur 30:02 - How Emma works on her self worth Check out Emma’s new book ‘Winging It’ HERE EP 95: Posse Member Bec Asks Emma Isaacs How To Continue When You Feel Like A Failure. Listen HEREMore from The Thinkergirls:Email us – hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram – https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts – http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Summer Sessions: Stace's Engagement + Kristie's first bday single

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2018 34:26


    Welcome to our 2018 Summer Sessions! We’re going back and bringing you our fave eps from this year to get you through the summer.Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Team Thinkergirl! This Episode… Meet The Thinkergirls: Stacey drops her engagement story and Kristie's first bday singleWanna know what the gals are reading/watching/listening to in TG Froths? (4:45)Kristie gets super vulnerable and shares why she was so nervous this Birthday...she's single (8:15)Stace speaks about the importance of showing vulnerability in relationships & why it’s important to maintain that in friendships even in a new relationship (14:53)We find out that this is not the first time Stace has been proposed to WTF (20:44)And find out who else was there for the actual moment (25:00)Stace's discussion on marriage from OLDIE episodes can be found here and hereDetails on The TG's Froths - stuff we're loving RN (reading/watching/listening to) here How to subscribe to a podcast? - http://bit.ly/2H871ty More from The Thinkergirls:Email us - hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram - https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts - http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    EP 149: The Thinkergirls Christmas Special

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2018 91:52


    On Ep 149 of The Thinkergirls Pod Channel, besties Stacey June and Kristie Mercer - The Thinkergirls - break down the year that has been, sharing what happened month by month, from starting the Pod Channel, to Stace's marriage and Kristie owning her passion for singing.3:12 – January: Stace was in equipment here + Kristie was feeling optimistic8:20 - February: Reality sunk in for Kristie + Stace was feeling exhausted12:05 - March: Kristie was feeling lost + Stacey fell pregnant21:12 - April: Stacey’s baby didn’t have a heartbeat + Kristie started nannying33:49 - May: Stace had to have a D&C + Kristie was partying hard40:59 - June: Planning Stace’s wedding + Kristie was questioning everything47:00 - July: Stace and Ben got MARRIED! + Kristie did her first ever paid singing gig57:46 - August: Stace did a life coach course + Kristie was in hustle mode*Producer Note: Stace and Kristie forgot September, which is very insulting as it was Producer Jords’ birthday and obviously the most important month of the year! 1:06:51 – October/November: Stace’s brother almost died + Kristie was ready for something new1:08:07 - December: We’re looking at the future and what that entails for us…Thinkergirl: The Podcast - Christmas Special. Listen HEREEP 84: Motherhood Week – Stacey June Shares Her First Experience As A Mum. Listen HEREEP 46: Your Ex-F*Ck Buddies Liking Your Pics + Are Passionate People Happier? Listen HEREEP 20: Going Off The Pill And 5 Steps To Letting Go. Listen HEREEP 67: Dr Nikki Stamp On Whether You Can Die From A Broken Heart? Listen HERE---Our 2018 Summer Sessions start next week... We hope you enjoy the trip down memory lane.Thank you for your support in 2018, we love you all!Merry Christmas from all of Team Thinkergirl---More from The Thinkergirls:Email us – hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram – https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts – http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    SNEAK PEEK: Marie Claire x The Thinkergirls on Anxiety

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2018 36:31


    We are thrilled to have you listen to the sneak peek of We Need To Talk About... covering our first topic: Anxiety.Anxiety is the leading cause of ill health in girls and women in Australia.1 in 3 women, and 1 in 5 men, will experience Anxiety in their lifetime.Full season of We Need To Talk About... drops Monday 21st January 2019.Marie Claire and The Thinkergirls Present We Need To Talk About...Today's Topic: Anxiety.0:28 - A foreward from Editor of Marie Claire, Nicky Briger.1:04 - The Thinkergirls interview Juanita Phillips; ABC News Presenter, author and mother of two.7:14 - Marie Claire staff Millie, Robyn and Susie tell us how their anxiety started.9:07 - The Thinkergirls interview Jill Stark; Author of Happily Never After.15:41 - Millie shares how she deals with her anxiety through breathing.17:23 - Juanita Phillips shares the story of her on air anxiety attack.26:11 - Susie shares how learning to let go of control helped her anxiety.27:20 - Jill Stark and The Thinkergirls discuss anxiety in women and how to measure your growth.32:41 - Susie, Robyn and Millie share their tips for managing anxiety.34:28 - A word from Stacey and Kristie.If anything in this podcast was triggering, please call Lifeline on 13 11 14More from The Thinkergirls:Email us – hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram – https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts – http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    EP 147: Alex Williamson on women making the first move and the power of female friendships

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2018 35:45


    On EP 147 of The Thinkergirls Pod Channel, Stacey June and Kristie Mercer creators of some of the most successful female podcasts and content in Australia sit down with another amazing guest; Chief Brand Officer of Bumble and badass girl boss Alex Williamson!5:09 - Bumble is the “It Girl” of dating apps and technology.7:06 - Rejection breeds aggression, which is why women making the first move on Bumble has redefined the dating dynamic.11:02 - Bumble’s goal is to end misogyny, and the current political climate in America has only empowered them to reach their goal even more.14:44 - Bumble BFF was created to give women a place to meet one another and support one another. #GirlPower18:48 - In Australia we’re not encouraged to go after what we want as women, which is why Bumble is so perfect for us, it gives us the freedom to work for what we want.22:21 - We don’t need to be in competition with one another, we need to support one another.23:37 - Bumble has grown a lot in Australia in the last 12 months, because it’s eradicated the shame behind dating apps.27:04 - Bumble has a feminine little girl energy, because it’s moving a million miles a minute but it’s a force to be reckoned with.30:24 - The voice of Bumble needed to be one that resonated with women.EP 109: The 411 – The Giphy Debate + Meghan Markle Was Too Eager After Her First Date With Prince Harry. Listen HEREWe are ON TOUR! Tickets for Brisbane and Sydney are on sale HERE.Want to join our VIP Posse? (For a small amount of $$ each month have access to a tonne of extras and join the online community.) Learn more HERE More from The Thinkergirls:Email us – hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram – https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts – http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    EP 146: The abundance vs lack dating theory + what is your sex life a symbol of?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2018 38:42


    On EP 146 of The Thinkergirls Pod Channel, Stacey June and Kristie Mercer creators of some of the most successful female podcasts and content in Australia have their weekly chinwag to discuss the reality behind the abundance vs. lack dating theory and what does your sex life really symbolise?7:26 – Cliché’s like “You’ll find him when you least expect it” are total bullshit.10:06 – Everyone has a different theory on when you’re going to meet someone.12:10 – One day Kristie can be so ok in her singledom and the next she can be really struggling.15:24 – The abundance vs. lack theory.18:23 – Stace thinks her theory is the right one.20:44 – People struggle to talk about their sex lives whilst they’re in a relationship, but are happy to discuss it when that relationship ends.22:50 – When people say your sex life is symbolic of the relationship you’re in, they’re not exactly right. Stace thinks that your sex life can be a symbol of where YOU are individually.25:17 – Can you be in a good relationship with bad sex or a bad relationship with good sex?27:38 – Stace is fixated at the moment on knowing how much sex her friends are having.29:23 – There is always a period when it’s shiny and new, and then there’s always a period when it’s not anymore.32:39 – We think of sex as this miracle solution to connect two people, but we need to think of each person as having their own pleasure and needs, not two people sharing the same needs.34:47 – In order to help her fertility treatments, Stace is encouraged to climax. But does she put that pressure on Ben or does she take care of it herself?OLDIE EP: Thinkergirl: The Podcast - Christmas Special. Listen HEREEP 143: Men And Women Approach People Differently + Backing Yourself When You’re In Uncharted Territory. Listen HERESingle Pringle Workshop - www.staceyjune.comOLDIE EP: Tara O Joins Thinkergirl: The Podcast. Listen HEREWe are ON TOUR! Tickets for Brisbane and Sydney are on sale HERE.Want to join our VIP Posse? (For a small amount of $$ each month have access to a tonne of extras and join the online community.) Learn more HERE More from The Thinkergirls:Email us – hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram – https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts – http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    EP 145: The 411 - What happens when you leave a group chat + Are Go Fund Me pages controversial when made by a celeb?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2018 34:32


    On EP 145 of The Thinkergirls Pod Channel, Stacey June and Kristie Mercer creators of some of the most successful female podcasts and content in Australia have a touch base about what the rest of the world is talking about (provided it’s interesting!)... Stace wants to know what happens when you leave a group chat after seeing a SBS Feed video + Sarah Hyland has started a go fund me page to pay for her uncles emergency surgery, yet her net worth is in the millions...2:59 – Do you die a friendship death when you leave a group chat?5:14 – Kristie is a founding member of the Big Booty Bayside benches group chat which is why she’ll never leave.8:48 – Stace’s family thinks it’s Kris KRINDLE not KRINGLE!10:20 – Stace can’t leave her family group chat for fear of missing out even though she doesn’t care about the chat.15:15 – Sarah Hyland from Modern Family is being called aggressive for the way she’s set up a go-fund me page.18:28 – She earns $136,000 AUD per episode, so why is she asking for money?22:04 – Sarah donated $1000, but her co-star Ariel donated more than double that.24:57 – Stace shares the story of her mum and the time she wanted to start a go fund me.27:24 – When you publicly ask for money, you’re giving people the right to decide if you’re worthy of their money.The Feed - The Man Who Left The Group Chat. Watch HEREStace calls her dad after the group chat incident. Watch HEREWhitney Houston Netflix Doco - Can I Be me. Watch HEREEP 34: We’re Never Taught To ‘Receive’ + Supporting A Friend Lose A Loved One. Listen HERESarah Hyland has removed the instagram post since this episode was recorded, so we cannot show you posse, sorry!Our National Tour starts THIS WEEK POSSE! Tickets are on sale HERE.Want to join our VIP Posse? (For a small amount of $$ each month have access to a tonne of extras and join the online community.) Learn more HERE More from The Thinkergirls:Email us – hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram – https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts – http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    EP 144: Christian Wilkins growing up with a famous father and finding contentment

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2018 39:23


    On EP 144 of The Thinkergirls Pod Channel, Stacey June and Kristie Mercer creators of some of the most successful female podcasts and content in Australia sit down with another amazing guest; fashion icon, media personality, podcaster and son of Richard Wilkins... Christian "Prince" Wilkins!5:06 - Where did Christian’s nickname ‘Prince’ came from?9:41 - Is it true that the more camp you are, the easier it is for the people closest to you to accept you as gay?11:32 - Why do women assume that a nice, respectful guy is gay?12:59 - Growing up with a famous father, did Christian ever feel different to the other kids?17:05 - Christian was always respected by both his parents growing up.17:59 - Christian has always wanted to follow in his father’s footsteps with a career in the media.22:39 - Being the second youngest of 5 kids, Christian has always felt really close to his siblings.24:07 - Christian is focusing on work that makes him feel empowered.24:53 - Recently, Christian had to learn to follow your intuition and stick to your values.30:28 - Christian’s goal is to feel content.33:12 - We put a lot of pressure on ourselves to answer the question “what do you want to do with your life?” and that’s not always a good thing.Single Pringle Workshops - www.staceyjune.comRadical Fashionism – Christian’s podcast. Listen HEREOur National Tour starts THIS WEEK POSSE! Tickets are on sale HERE.Want to join our VIP Posse? (For a small amount of $$ each month have access to a tonne of extras and join the online community.) Learn more HERE More from The Thinkergirls:Email us – hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram – https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts – http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    EP 143: Men and Women approach people differently + Backing yourself when you're in uncharted territory

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2018 36:14


    On EP 143 of The Thinkergirls Pod Channel, Stacey June and Kristie Mercer creators of some of the most successful female podcasts and content in Australia have their weekly chinwag to discuss how Kristie has noticed the differences in the way men and women approach musicians and DJ's and now that Stace is trying for a baby again she's had to really back herself and follow her intuition in an area she's far from an expert in.3:15 – After only 4.5 months of gigging, music and performing feels like such a permanent part of Kristie’s life.5:47 – Kristie’s fave part of her gigs is the breaks she gets to take between sets, because she gets to people watch.7:08 – Gigging with DJ’s now, Kristie has noticed the way girls interact with them.10:40 – Guys are the EXACT opposite of girls in how they approach a performer.13:38 – Does the atmosphere of a club/bar/pub promote men putting down women?17:43 – Stace is trying to fall pregnant again, and is doing so via I.U.I. through the public system.20:45 – In a medical environment, Stace is far from an expert, so she’s had to really be conscious of backing herself and following her intuition.24:13 – The medical industry is rooted in fear. We give birth in hospitals because we’re scared of the what ifs.25:49 – Stace is angry at the fact that she can’t just fall pregnant naturally, but instead needs to talk to multiple doctors and work really hard to stay motivated to follow your gut.28:48 – Stace needs to get an implant the HOUR she ovulates for the best chance of falling pregnant.Single Pringle Intuition Worksheet. Buy HEREKristie mentioned an old podcast episode about death... turns out she was remembering an old radio show segment. Sorry posse! We wish we had the audio for you!We’re going on a national tour! Tickets are on sale HERE.Want to join our VIP Posse? (For a small amount of $$ each month have access to a tonne of extras and join the online community.) Learn more HERE More from The Thinkergirls:Email us – hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram – https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts – http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    EP 142: The 411 - Tristan didn't show remorse after cheating on Khloe + What happens to your brain and soul when you die?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2018 39:18


    On EP 142 of The Thinkergirls Pod Channel, Stacey June and Kristie Mercer creators of some of the most successful female podcasts and content in Australia have a touch base about what the rest of the world is talking about (provided it’s interesting!)... Stacey wants to talk about Tristan Thompson cheating on Khloe Kardashian and how he didn't show remorse until it affected his career + Kristie read an article about what happens to your brain after you die, and it leads to a huge philosophical and spiritual discussion of purgatory and the afterlife / reincarnation.4:31 – Stace wants to talk about the Kardashians and their cheating.6:22 – Where did Khloe get the name True for her daughter?8:25 – Tristan didn’t show remorse for cheating.11:53 – It’s not fair that Tristan cheating on Khloe wasn’t the moment the penny dropped, but rather when her family intervened. The penny should have dropped much sooner.14:25 – The big word in this conversation is RESPECT.16:27 – Kristie has found new research about what happens with your brain and consciousness after you die20:33 – These results have come from people who are “dead-ish”21:34 – What does Kristie see Spirituality as?24:01 – If you believe in reincarnation, what’s worse? Coming back as a dog or an ant?25:32 – Stace shares her theory on the transition of a soul into a new body after death and what happens when you fall pregnant with a new soul.29:56 – As a kid, Kristie was always terrified of the concept of purgatory.32:12 – Stacey was being visited by lots of spiritual guides, so many that she’s had to start to close the gates now.Share The Dignity. Find out more info HERETristan Thompson Cheating Footage from TMZ. Watch HERENews.com.au - When you die you know you’re dead as your brain keeps working for some time, research shows. Read HERESingle Pringle - Finding your intuition worksheet. Buy HEREWe’re going on a national tour! Tickets are on sale HERE.Want to join our VIP Posse? (For a small amount of $$ each month have access to a tonne of extras and join the online community.) Learn more HERE More from The Thinkergirls:Email us – hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram – https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts – http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    EP 141: Hannah & Eliza Reilly on working with your sister, developing a TV show and their advice for people who want to break into the industry

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2018 37:59


    On EP 141 of The Thinkergirls Pod Channel, Stacey June and Kristie Mercer creators of some of the most successful female podcasts and content in Australia sit down with TWO incredible guests; sister comedy duo, actors, writers, directors, producers, superwomen... Hannah and Eliza Reilly!3:19 - How did Hannah and Eliza start working together?5:46 - What was it like being in the same year level as your sister despite not being actual twins?7:30 - Hannah & Eliza’s partnership forces them to step up and learn from each other’s different skill sets.11:40 - What are the values behind Hannah and Eliza’s work?14:04 - Hannah & Eliza’s career started in community radio.14:40 - What is the ABC TV development process?21:29 - The biggest privilege of Hannah and Eliza’s career is getting to work with amazing people.22:57 - How are Hannah and Eliza setting goals moving forward?28:01 - There is such power in being in the flow of action.28:58 - What advice do Hannah and Eliza give to people wanting to break into the industry?Sheilas: Hannah & Eliza's new web series. Watch HEREWe’re going on a national tour! Tickets are on sale HERE.Want to join our VIP Posse? (For a small amount of $$ each month have access to a tonne of extras and join the online community.) Learn more HERE More from The Thinkergirls:Email us – hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram – https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts – http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    EP 140: Stace is uncomfortable in other peoples' space + Kristie can gauge her headspace from the way she speaks to her mum

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2018 27:15


    On EP 140 of The Thinkergirls Pod Channel, Stacey June and Kristie Mercer creators of some of the most successful female podcasts and content in Australia have their weekly chinwag to discuss how Stace is uncomfortable in other people's space when she's travelling and Kristie's realised that the way she speaks to her mum is an indicator of her headspace at the time.4:49 – Stace was bed hopping during her weekend in Melbourne.7:03 – Stace is high maintenance.8:21 – Has Stace always been uncomfortable in others’ space and never realised until now?11:06 – Stace needs to be able to say goodbye.12:16 – Kristie has realised that the way she speaks to her mum on the phone is a gauge of her headspace at the time.13:02 – Kristie’s self-work has helped her relationship with her mum.15:23 – Her mum really tests Kristie’s patience.18:19 – Older generations don’t understand what Stace and Kristie do for work and they get very frustrated by that lack of understanding.20:01 – Kristie and her mum work at different speeds.21:07 – In your parents, one of them has a stronger voice, but as you grow older you tend to lean towards the one you always thought didn’t have a voice.23:05 – Just because you CAN take advantage of your family because they’ll love you no matter what, it doesn’t mean you SHOULD.EP 16: Money In Relationships & Complex Mother-Daughter Relationships. Listen HEREOLDIE EP: Becky Lucas Joins Thinkergirl: The Podcast. Listen HEREStacey referenced an Oldie Ep where she calls herself a "Sleepover Girl". Sorry Posse, we couldn't find it.If you find it in our archives, let us know!We’re going on a national tour! Tickets are on sale HERE.Want to join our VIP Posse? (For a small amount of $$ each month have access to a tonne of extras and join the online community.) Learn more HERE More from The Thinkergirls:Email us – hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram – https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts – http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    EP 139: The 411 - Is it easier for Schoolies to get drugs today? + We review Christmas presents for teachers

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2018 29:31


    On EP 139 of The Thinkergirls Pod Channel, Stacey June and Kristie Mercer creators of some of the most successful female podcasts and content in Australia have a touch base about what the rest of the world is talking about (provided it’s interesting!)... Kristie is grateful that she grew up in a time when drugs weren't so accessible + Stace reviews Christmas gifts for teachers (basically, don't get them a mug or make them a candle!).2:32 – Was Kristie sheltered as a teenager because she wasn’t exposed to drugs?3:30 – Kristie will never smoke pot after her trip to Amsterdam6:11 – Schoolies has changed, now most schoolies are doing drugs rather than drinking.9:07 – There has been a shift in peoples thought process when approaching drugs.11:35 – Logistically, access to drugs is easier for teenagers because they are so cheap.13:52 – Kristie doesn’t believe drugs and alcohol are on an even playing field.16:58 – Kristie is grateful that she grew up in a time when drugs weren’t as accessible as they are today.20:13 – We need to put more thought and care into buying presents for teachers.22:38 – DON’T buy teachers a book to teach them how to do their job.24:28 – Kristie’s hypothetic future child will be a handful.25:03 - Stace doesn't want your shirtty homemade candles as a Christmas present.News.com.au – ‘Who isn’t on stuff?’ Schoolies are drinking less but they’ve replaced it with something else. Read HERE9Honey - Christmas gift ideas for teachers (that aren't coffee mugs or vouchers). Read HEREWe’re going on a national tour! Tickets are on sale HERE.Want to join our VIP Posse? (For a small amount of $$ each month have access to a tonne of extras and join the online community.) Learn more HERE More from The Thinkergirls:Email us – hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram – https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts – http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    EP 138: Matt Preston on Masterchef chemistry, embracing individuality and being a romantic

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2018 38:20


    On EP 138 of The Thinkergirls Pod Channel, Stacey June and Kristie Mercer creators of some of the most successful female podcasts and content in Australia sit down with another incredible guest… Masterchef Australia judge, food critic and writer, fashion icon and reluctant sex symbol Matt Preston!3:47 - Matt, George and Gary have such amazing chemistry, how did that friendship originate?6:45 - The Masterchef boys do the casting for the show, it’s not producers behind the scenes.11:48 – What role do each of the trio play on Masterchef?13:09 - Where does Matt’s fashion sense come from?16:35 - Masterchef embraced Matt’s taste in fashion.21:15 - It’s much better to be judged for someone you are than someone you’re not.23:09 - What are Matt’s thoughts on him being a sex symbol?24:41 - Romance is all about thought.27:30 - Every relationship needs trust.29:48 - If your partner isn’t giving you just because gifts, you need to look for other signs that they care.31:41 - In a relationship, you need to be aware of your partner’s personal growth and grow with them.33:20 - How did Matt fall in love with his wife?35:34 - Intuition is so important when dating.EP 103: How Do You Say “I’m Just Not Into You” + So Much Can Change In A Year. Listen HEREThe Project Interview with Matt, George and Gary. Watch HEREEP 104: The 411 – Bachie Live Recap With Ash Williams. Listen HEREEP 108: The 411 – Bachie Live Recap With Osher Günsberg. Listen HERESingle Pringle Workshop - staceyjune.comWe’re going on a national tour! Tickets are on sale HERE.Want to join our VIP Posse? (For a small amount of $$ each month have access to a tonne of extras and join the online community.) Learn more HERE More from The Thinkergirls:Email us – hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram – https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts – http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    EP 137: The 411 - Will and Jada's conscious relationship + The Obamas' lessons from couples therapy

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2018 35:43


    On EP 137 of The Thinkergirls Pod Channel, Stacey June and Kristie Mercer creators of some of the most successful female podcasts and content in Australia have a touch base about what the rest of the world is talking about (provided it’s interesting!)... Jada Pinkett Smith interviewed her Husband, Will Smith on her show Red Table Talk and they addressed all the rumours about their relationship + Michelle Obama has written a book in which she shares her fertility struggles and reveals she and Barack had couples counselling.3:32 – There is an incredible intimacy when people with a real life relationship get on a mic together6:19 – Will and Jada have such a strong spiritual connection that divorce isn’t option for them9:57 – Why did Jada cry for 52 days straight?11:28 – Like Stace, Jada never wanted to get married.12:29 – Kristie is in an in-between place where she’s open to whether or not she wants to get married.14:21 – Can you find yourself better when you’re single than when you’re in a relationship?18:52 – Will and Jada have a conscious relationship.20:16 – Michelle Obama has shared that she had a miscarriage and used IVF to fall pregnant with both her daughters.21:13 – Couples Counselling helped Barack and Michelle discover that they need to find their own happiness rather than rely on one another to create that happiness.24:33 – Stace and Ben don’t have a deal breaker in their relationship.27:26 – Kristie defines a good relationship by the ability to challenge one another.29:41 – There isn’t always a good guy and a bad guy in a relationship.30:48 – The key to a good relationship is respecting each other enough to create a safe space.33:07 – Will and Jada created their safe space by agreeing to never swear at one another.EP 55: The 411 – Healing Female Friendships Ft Jada Pinkett Smith + Kylie Minogue Turns 50. Listen HERERed Table Talk: Becoming Mr & Mrs Smith. Watch HEREKristen Bell - Armchair Expert. Listen HEREThe Pivotal Lesson Michelle Obama Learned from Marriage Counselling | Oprah's Book Club. Watch HEREWe’re going on a national tour! Tickets are on sale HERE.Want to join our VIP Posse? (For a small amount of $$ each month have access to a tonne of extras and join the online community.) Learn more HERE More from The Thinkergirls:Email us – hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram – https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts – http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    EP 136: Gretel Killeen on managing her own career and staying true to her values

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2018 33:25


    On EP 136 of The Thinkergirls Pod Channel, Stacey June and Kristie Mercer creators of some of the most successful female podcasts and content in Australia sit down with another incredible guest… Australian Media personality, author, comedian and TG friend Gretel Killeen!4:15 - Gretel is too nice. She doesn’t tell people what she really thinks of them.7:41 - Tall Poppy Syndrome in Australia.8:20 - Gretel gave Stace some great advice back in the day…10:51 - Why does Gretel prefer to manage herself rather than hire others to do it for her?14:30 - Gretel has a very strong value system that she has always stuck to during her career.19:45 - Navigating good working relationships in the media industry can be difficult.24:19 - Which values does Gretel look for in a man?25:28 - Would you date yourself?27:35 - Gretel uses her creativity in different ways throughout her career.31:07 - Should Gretel have her own podcast?OLDIE EP: Gretel Killeen Joins Thinkergirl: The Podcast. Listen HEREEP 93: The 411 – Bachie Live Show 2 With Gretel Killeen. Listen HEREGo Back To Where You Came From - Watch HEREWe’re going on a national tour! Tickets are on sale HERE.Want to join our VIP Posse? (For a small amount of $$ each month have access to a tonne of extras and join the online community.) Learn more HERE More from The Thinkergirls:Email us – hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram – https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts – http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    EP 135: How does Stace overcome Gratitude Journal writers block + Kristie was asked for Sex Feedback!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2018 34:47


    On EP 135 of The Thinkergirls Pod Channel, Stacey June and Kristie Mercer creators of some of the most successful female podcasts and content in Australia have their weekly chinwag to discuss what Stacey does when she has writers block and she needs to write in her gratitude journal + Kristie was asked for sex feedback legit MINUTES after the sex in question and it totally threw her off guard.4:35 –Stace has writers block for her gratitude journal / list.7:03 – Twice a day every day, Stacey writes in her gratitude journal.9:59 – You don’t always think about the good, even when you do have it.12:33 – Does writing your list down make it more powerful than just thinking your list?13:45 – Stace shares her gratitude list.15:00 – Kristie was asked for Sex Feedback… so how did she meet this guy to begin with?20:22 – The sex was fine, but it wasn’t anything to write home about.22:13 – He asked for feedback… IN PERSON!?24:13 – Kristie has never climaxed with a one night stand.25:38 – How did Kristie respond??28:09 – A lot of guys don’t want to talk during sex.32:13 – The timing of the question was so confronting.Single Pringle Workshop - staceyjune.comWe’re going on a national tour! Tickets are on sale HERE.Want to join our VIP Posse? (For a small amount of $$ each month have access to a tonne of extras and join the online community.) Learn more HERE More from The Thinkergirls:Email us – hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram – https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts – http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    EP 134: Stacey on what's classified a "risky" age to have a baby + Kristie's move is making her nostalgic'

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2018 36:28


    On EP 134 of The Thinkergirls Pod Channel, Stacey June and Kristie Mercer creators of some of the most successful female podcasts and content in Australia have their weekly chinwag to discuss the "risky" age for women to have babies... does it even exist anymore? And Kristie is moving house and getting caught up in the nostalgia of packing.5:35 – Stace’s bestie fell pregnant around the same time as her miscarriage.8:18 – Why does the maternity / pregnancy / childbirth industry see women in their 30’s having babies as a risk?9:30 – Has the “risky” age changed in the last few years?12:44 – Women 35+ are referred to as having a “geriatric” pregnancy. WTF?!14:13 – Do the statistics actually merit the fear surrounding them?20:07 – Moving is such a stressful and emotional time.21:23 – Kristie has every card from her birth to her 21st birthday.22:40 – The last move for Kristie was really traumatic, so there are things she packed and brought to her new home that she maybe shouldn’t have.25:46 – Kristie still has one of her ex’s tops…28:06 – Kristie gets so emo around photos and memories. The nostalgia gets her.30:02 – Kristie is very indecisive.31:42 – Stace gives Kristie some advice on culling.33:05 – Kristie is a beautiful, worn, op-shop dresser.Miscarriage Probability Website referenced by Stacey, check it out HEREWe’re going on a national tour! Tickets are on sale HERE.Want to join our VIP Posse? (For a small amount of $$ each month have access to a tonne of extras and join the online community.) Learn more HERE More from The Thinkergirls:Email us – hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram – https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts – http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    EP 133: The 411 - The Spice Girls Reunite + Gambling culture at the Melbourne Cup

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2018 32:00


    On EP 133 of The Thinkergirls Pod Channel, Stacey June and Kristie Mercer creators of some of the most successful female podcasts and content in Australia have a touch base about what the rest of the world is talking about (provided it’s interesting!)... The Spice Girls have announced a tour + Stace loves the races but hates gambling.6:17 – The Spice Girls have announced a reunion tour… minus Posh Spice!8:57 – The tour isn’t coming to Australia…10:33 – Posh released a statement today explaining why she’s not joining the tour.12:24 – It’s estimated that Posh will make millions even though she’s not going on tour.13:30 – Mel B is the ringleader for sure!14:52 – The announcement video on Instagram was super funny!16:01 – The Spice Girls were #GirlPower before it was cool.17:38 – Melbourne Cup is such a fun time in Melbourne, yet Stace also doesn’t 100% support it.19:33 – Stace doesn’t know a lot of people with a healthy relationship with gambling.21:07 – Aussies jump on board any event that promotes drinking.22:06 – Stace is a “races person” despite everything she’s said.26:17 – Has Stace’s conscience grown as she’s gotten older?27:01 – Has Melbourne Cup grown in popularity?EP 122: The 411 – The Truth About The Spice Girls Reunion + Cosmo Says Goodbye. Listen HERESpice Girls Insta Announcement vid. Watch HEREWe’re going on a national tour! Tickets are on sale HERE.Want to join our VIP Posse? (For a small amount of $$ each month have access to a tonne of extras and join the online community.) Learn more HERE More from The Thinkergirls:Email us – hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram – https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts – http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    EP 132: Trinny Woodall on Aussie Style, Designing a makeup range and choosing not to regret

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2018 36:45


    On EP 132 of The Thinkergirls Pod Channel, Stacey June and Kristie Mercer creators of some of the most successful female podcasts and content in Australia sit down with another incredible guest… Stylist, TV Icon and Makeup Guru Trinny Woodall!5:34 - Being in a partnership, over time you become the Yin and the Yang.8:02 - What is Trinny Time and why does she love it so much?12:07 - Trinny has so much self-confidence. How did she get to that point in her life?14:36 - How did Trinny’s makeup OCD give birth to Trinny London?17:13 - The best ideas come from things that you need.18:26 - Match 2 Me – how does it work?!22:22 - Trinny doesn’t like to regret, so she tries not to look back.26:08 - The evolution of Trinny’s career is mind boggling.30:36 - Trinny defines Aussie women’s style.33:44 - How can women give each other confidence?The Thinkergirls: Bra Fitting. Watch HEREEP 121: Rae Morris On Learning Through Fear, The Highs Of Her Career And What Editorial Really Means. Listen HERETrinny London – Match 2 MeWe’re going on a national tour! Tickets are on sale HERE.Want to join our VIP Posse? (For a small amount of $$ each month have access to a tonne of extras and join the online community.) Learn more HERE More from The Thinkergirls:Email us – hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram – https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts – http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    EP 131: The 411 - The truth behind The Block + A Star Is Born shares the reality of addiction

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2018 37:16


    On EP 131 of The Thinkergirls Pod Channel, Stacey June and Kristie Mercer creators of some of the most successful female podcasts and content in Australia have a touch base about what the rest of the world is talking about (provided it’s interesting!)... Kristie delves into the truth behind this season of The Block and how they've impacted the homeless and drug addicted community in St Kilda + Stace shares part 2 of her A Star Is Born chat, this time going deeper to share how realistic a depiction of addiction is.3:28 – Before The Block, the Gatwick was a place of community for homeless and drug addicted people, so where did they go after they were kicked out?7:35 – The rougher suburbs are now the cool suburbs and everyone wants to be there.9:30 – The contrast between the prizes on The Block and the people who used to live there and had nothing is really confronting.10:54 – Kristie thinks the only reason The Block bought The Gatwick, is because they knew they’d make headlines.14:30 – The Block HAD to own the storyline behind The Gatwick because they had no other choice when trying to control the PR surrounding it.15:55 – People have gone GAGA for A Star Is Born (pun Intended) which makes it hard to talk about when people like Kristie still haven’t seen it.17:40 – Why was ASIB so hard for Stacey to watch?18:48 – Hollywood’s depiction of addiction is not reality.21:44 – ASIB offered a modern and real take on addiction.23:59 – We often forget addiction is an illness.26:29 – This rendition of ASIB has been modernised to resonate with today’s culture and our attitudes towards addiction.29:30 – Pop culture is ready for authenticity in our stories.EP 126: The 411 – Lady Gaga Has Done A Mic Drop With A Star Is Born + Why Do We Compare Meghan Markle To Princess Diana? Listen HEREJudging The Gatwick Doco - Read about it HEREOLDIE EP: Ricki Lee joins Thinkergirl: The Podcast. Listen HEREEP 29: The 411 – Judging Women For Plastic Surgery + Is ‘Love Simon’ Important Or Damaging? Listen HEREShelly Craft Oldie Ep - Unfortunately we couldn't find a link for you, sorry Posse! xxIf anything in this podcast was triggering, please reach out for help:Lifeline - 13 11 14We’re going on a national tour! Tickets are on sale HERE.Want to join our VIP Posse? (For a small amount of $$ each month have access to a tonne of extras and join the online community.) Learn more HERE More from The Thinkergirls:Email us – hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram –

    EP 130: PART 2 Tim Dormer on the complexities of same sex relationships + monogamy

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2018 32:23


    On EP 130 of The Thinkergirls Pod Channel, Stacey June and Kristie Mercer creators of some of the most successful female podcasts and content in Australia sit down with another incredible guest... podcaster, Insta influencer and reality TV star Tim Dormer!5:12 - Tim was a virgin till he was 28.5:50 - How did Tim’s Big Brother journey start?8:31 - The Marriage Equality debate felt like a fight to defend his relationship.9:28 - Tim thinks that Same Sex couples go through different issues and obstacles than straight couples.13:01 - If Same Sex marriages look the same as straight marriages, are we celebrating them the right way?15:28 - Monogamy should be a discussion not an assumption.22:11 - What is on Tim’s 2019 vision board?24:09 - Is it hard for Tim to stay authentic on Instagram when it’s his business?EP 113: There Are Two Types Of Friends + Kristie Doesn’t Want A Boob Job. Listen HEREEP 09: Melissa Ambrosini On Staying Open Wide Through Deep Relationships. Listen HEREEP 17: Sophie Cachia On Mummy Bloggers, Privacy And Motherhood. Listen HEREEP 97: The 411 – Bachie Live Week 3 With Tim Dormer. Listen HERETim’s Podcast - Popcast: Life After Reality TV. Listen HEREWe’re going on a national tour! Tickets are on sale HERE.Want to join our VIP Posse? (For a small amount of $$ each month have access to a tonne of extras and join the online community.) Learn more HERE More from The Thinkergirls:Email us – hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram – https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts – http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    EP 129: Tim Dormer On Why Having To 'Come Out' Is BS + Posting Our Lives Online As Content

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2018 27:26


    On EP 129 of The Thinkergirls Pod Channel, Stacey June and Kristie Mercer creators of some of the most successful female podcasts and content in Australia sit down with another incredible guest... podcaster, Insta influencer and reality TV star Tim Dormer!5:48 - Tim’s podcast is all about going behind the scenes of reality TV and he finds it really cathartic.7:15 - Separating your public life and private life was never something Tim could do.8:26 - Tim hates that the LGBTQ community needs to “come out” so that society can put them in a box.12:57 - Coming out feels like a band-aid being ripped off, it’s an awful time but so freeing.14:52 -Tim had a religious upbringing, which is why he never could see a future with his boyfriend, he’d been conditioned not to.17:46 - Being on Big Brother Canada helped Tim realise WHO he was.18:15 - Big Brother Canada didn’t know Tim was in a relationship, so they tried to push a romance on him in the house.22:06 - Using your life as content to further your career.25:30 - What would the world be like without judgement?EP 97: The 411 – Bachie Live Week 3 With Tim Dormer. Listen HERETim’s Podcast - Popcast: Life After Reality TV. Listen HEREWe’re going on a national tour! Tickets are on sale HERE.Want to join our VIP Posse? (For a small amount of $$ each month have access to a tonne of extras and join the online community.) Learn more HERE More from The Thinkergirls:Email us – hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram – https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts – http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    EP 128: Who will your ex end up with after you + skinny doesn't equal healthy

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2018 34:35


    On EP 128 of The Thinkergirls Pod Channel, Stacey June and Kristie Mercer creators of some of the most successful female podcasts and content in Australia have their weekly chinwag to discuss who our exes end up with after us and whether we can predict the kind of person their new partner will be when you look at the parts of yourself that worked and didn't work in the relationship + Kristie weighed herself for the first time in 7 years and was really surprised at the result3:12 – Who will your exes end up with after you, will it be a version of you? For Stace it was the case…4:20 – Bro culture: why do some women accept it?8:20 – One year post breakup, Kristie has been thinking about this a lot.9:11 – There is a disconnect between Kristie’s last relationship and her ex, that it feels like another life.10:42 – Kristie knows the kind of girl her ex is going to end up with.12:06 – Like attracts like, but does the law of attraction work when you’re not feeling with your gut?14:47 – Stace and Kristie are doing a 9 week fitness challenge, for fitness NOT for weight loss.16:23 – The pre-exam was super intense, it included a “body scan”.17:31 – Kristie has not checked her weight in 7 years because of her struggle with Bulemia when she was younger.21:39 – Scales were not something that ever occurred to Stacey to buy when she first moved out of home. For Kristie it felt like something was missing from her home without them.24:06 – Kristie was surprised by the number on the scale when she finally weighed herself.27:05 – Sharing your “number” is so unhealthy, because your confronting number could be someone’s goal weight. Everyone is different, it shouldn’t be defined by a number on a scale.28:41 – Skinny doesn’t equal healthy.30:26 – Kristie is in a place where she is comfortable in her body and feels healthy. Her number doesn’t impact that, but she can still have a moment to acknowledge it.If anything in this podcast was triggering, please reach out for help:Lifeline - 13 11 14Butterfly Foundation - 1800 33 4673We’re going on a national tour! Tickets are on sale HERE.Want to join our VIP Posse? (For a small amount of $$ each month have access to a tonne of extras and join the online community.) Learn more HERE More from The Thinkergirls:Email us – hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram – https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts – http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    EP 127: Stacey re-introduces herself + Kristie's refining her dating list

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2018 30:03


    On EP 127 of The Thinkergirls Pod Channel, Stacey June and Kristie Mercer creators of some of the most successful female podcasts and content in Australia have their weekly chinwag to discuss how Stacey has had to re-introduce herself to some of the people she is closest too after the incredibly transformative year she's had and Kristie is constantly learning about the partner she's looking for as she meets more and more people who don't make the cut.2:50 – This year has been incredibly transformative for Stacey.4:12 – Stacey sits in a grey place… what does that mean?6:51 – You can be honest about the grey and still be ok with who and where you are in life.8:40 – Embracing her wounds is beautiful to Stacey.11:00 – Change is unsettling for other people because they don’t want to re-evaluate their relationship with you.15:21 – The last year being single for Kristie has been like a cramming sesh. 12 months = 9 years.17:18 – A guy Kristie was dating, now has a girlfriend and not that long after their date!20:37 – Kristie has added something new to her “list” that she never thought would be on the list.21:41 – Hot Tip: Up your age limit on dating apps.23:27 – In her last relationship, Kristie was the bright one and the fixer-upper. Is she that person now?25:51 – Why is the values list so important?Stacey's Single Pringle Workshops: https://www.staceyjune.com/We’re going on a national tour! Tickets are on sale HERE.Want to join our VIP Posse? (For a small amount of $$ each month have access to a tonne of extras and join the online community.) Learn more HERE More from The Thinkergirls:Email us – hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram – https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts – http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    EP 126: The 411 - Lady Gaga has done a mic drop with A Star Is Born + Why do we compare Meghan Markle to Princess Diana?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2018 32:50


    On EP 126 of The Thinkergirls Pod Channel, Stacey June and Kristie Mercer creators of some of the most successful female podcasts and content in Australia have a touch base about what the rest of the world is talking about (provided it’s interesting!)... Lady Gaga's performance in A Star Is Born is so good that there is no way she can top it in her career + Kristie is sick and tired of people comparing Meghan Markle to Princess Diana.3:48 – Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper have done a mic drop.5:40 – How did Gaga get involved in A Star Is Born?6:41 – The creative industry is all about evolution.9:27 – It’s a very different storyline than what you would expect.10:03 – This is the sort of movie that everyone can connect to.11:50 – The ending is so sudden it doesn’t give you time to process your emotions.15:30 – Did Stace notice other people crying in the cinema?16:40 – A Star is Born felt like a documentary because you were so invested in it.17:37 – Kristie is sick and tired of seeing Meghan Markle being compared to Diana.20:02 – Why do people froth Harry more than Will?21:23- Is there a double standard in Australia, in that we celebrate male celebs who make mistakes but we don’t do the same for female celebs?24:35 – Kate was really open about the fact that she was paying homage to Diana through her fashion choices.25:40 – Do Harry and Meghan have phones and do they text people?28:48 – Why was Diana so loved?31:07 – The Crown really showed us the weight of responsibility the royals bear.Float Your Boat Podcast w/ Stacey - Listen HERELady Gaga on Stephen Colbert - Watch HEREGaga + Bradley on Graham Norton - Watch HEREWe’re going on tour! Tickets on sale HERE.Want to join our VIP Posse? (For a small amount of $$ each month have access to a tonne of extras and join the online community.) Learn more HERE More from The Thinkergirls:Email us – hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram – https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts – http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    EP 125: Bronte Campbell helps TG Posse Member Karen who's struggling to socialise with dietary requirements

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2018 12:30


    On EP 125 of The Thinkergirls Pod Channel, Stacey June and Kristie Mercer creators of some of the most successful female podcasts and content in Australia chat with Aussie Olympic and Commonwealth swimmer Bronte Campbell, to help TG Posse member Karen. Karen's friends are excluding her from social events because they're worried that self proclaimed "Exercise Bunny" Karen will judge their food choices.2:03 – Karen aka Exercise Bunny needs our help…3:02 – Why is it in Australia that we judge people for NOT drinking?4:40 – Stace can relate to Karen’s problem because she eats gluten free.6:34 – If your friends love you for you, they’ll support your dietary choices / condition.9:31 – It’s all about finding the balance.We’re going on tour! Tickets go on sale Monday 22nd HERE.Want to join our VIP Posse? (For a small amount of $$ each month have access to a tonne of extras and join the online community.) Learn more HERE More from The Thinkergirls:Email us – hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram – https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts – http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    EP 124: Bronte Campbell on passion, Aussie sporting culture + her sister being her fiercest rival

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2018 36:56


    On EP 124 of The Thinkergirls Pod Channel, Stacey June and Kristie Mercer creators of some of the most successful female podcasts and content in Australia sit down with another incredible guest... Aussie Olympic and Commonwealth swimmer Bronte Campbell!4:07 – Bronte is one of 5 kids; are her siblings often forgotten because she and Kate are so famous, just like the third Smith child is outshone by Willow and Jaden?6:23 – What was the move from Africa to Australia like for a 7 year old Bronte?8:12 – When did swimming become such a passion of Bronte’s?10:43 – Bronte has had the same coach since day one!12:38 – What makes an Olympic quality swimmer?14:10 – Fate played a huge part in Bronte’s career.16:38 – Bronte’s sister is her biggest rival and her best friend, how does that dynamic work?19:33 – Public opinions change the competitive dynamic between Bronte and Kate rather than something between them.22:48 – Is it hard for Bronte to relish in her success when it means her sister’s failure?24:53 – Australian sports culture is really rooted in ownership of the athletes.28:32 – Going into the Rio Olympics, Bronte was hiding the fact that she’d suffered from constant injuries in the 8 months leading up to the event.30:33 – The psychology behind being an Olympian is intense.60 minutes special on the Campbell sisters - Watch HEREEP 123: Why Kristie’s Going Back On The Pill + What Is The Zero To Three Movement? - Listen HEREAndrew Denton Interviews Cate and Bronte Campbell - Watch HEREWe’re going on tour! Tickets go on sale Monday 22nd HERE.Want to join our VIP Posse? (For a small amount of $$ each month have access to a tonne of extras and join the online community.) Learn more HERE More from The Thinkergirls:Email us – hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram – https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts – http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    EP 123: Why Kristie's going back on the pill + What is the zero to three movement?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2018 36:28


    On EP 123 of The Thinkergirls Pod Channel, Stacey June and Kristie Mercer creators of some of the most successful female podcasts and content in Australia have their weekly chinwag... Kristie is going back on the pill after a year off, and Stace's mum told her about something that happened when Stace was 3 that explains so much of her psychology now!6:00 – Kristie never knew the side-effects of the pill.10:30 – Women are cyclical beings, we need the cycle of our period.13:13 – Kristie is goal orientated and often to her detriment.15:29 – There is an element of self-loathing that Kristie is dealing with right now due to her acne.16:57 – Stace finds the lesson in Kristie’s story.19:53 – What is the zero to three movement?21:00 – What do Stace’s panic attacks look and feel like?23:00 – Panic attacks and anxiety come in different forms for different people, but as one person you can also have multiple types of panic attacks and anxiety.23:51 – Why are Stace’s panic attacks more prevalent right now?25:12 – Stace is seeing a new psychologist who has taught her the importance of the first 3 years of her life.27:46 – Stace’s mum told her an insane story that happened in the first 3 years of her life.EP 120:Women Are Pusher-Through-Ers When Dating And Stace Is Re-Learning The Single Gal Lessons She Clocked Years Ago - Listen HERERoe Rogan Podcast - Listen HEREEP 28: Lucy Peach and the Power of the Period - Listen HEREEducationalneuroscience.org.ukJill Stark - Happily Never AfterWant to join our VIP Posse? (For a small amount of $$ each month have access to a tonne of extras and join the online community.) Learn more HERE More from The Thinkergirls:Email us – hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram – https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts – http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    EP 122: The 411 - The truth about the Spice Girls reunion + Cosmo says goodbye

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2018 35:02


    On EP 122 of The Thinkergirls Pod Channel, Stacey June and Kristie Mercer creators of some of the most successful female podcasts and content in Australia have a touch base about what the rest of the world is talking about (provided it’s interesting!)... The Spice Girls reunion tour that's never going to happen and Cosmopolitan announced it's closing; what does that mean for the media industry in Australia?4:30 – There have been a couple of false announcements that there would be a Spice Girls reunion tour.7:20 – Stace shares a secret: sometimes she enjoys a DJ remix of a Kylie song MORE than Kylie live.8:54 – It’s 10 years since the last spice girls performance… where they mimed the song. Kristie still froths it.10:47 – The nostalgia of childhood is a huge motivator in Kristie wanting a Spice Girls reunion.13:36 – Why isn’t the reunion happening?17:13 – What happened between Mel B and Geri back in the day?19:03 – Cosmopolitan announced that they are closing. We’re devo but we sensed it was coming.22:03 – In 2018, the media industry feels really uncertain.23:36 – The way the media reports on other media outlets is incredibly insensitive.25:26 – Cosmo was an education for women across Australia and Stace resents it being degraded to a sex tips and lipstick advice mag in the media.30:03 – The Australian media is turning on one another because this is such a rocky time for the industry, but they should be banding together.31:37 – The Aussie media and paparazzi is more savage than overseas media.Australian Vogue Article: Victoria Beckham on motherhood, misconceptions and the business of fashion. Read HERE.We’re going on tour! Tickets go on sale Monday 22nd HERE.Want to join our VIP Posse? (For a small amount of $$ each month have access to a tonne of extras and join the online community.) Learn more HERE More from The Thinkergirls:Email us – hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram – https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts – http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    EP 121: Rae Morris on learning through fear, the highs of her career and what editorial really means

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2018 37:29


    On EP 121 of The Thinkergirls Pod Channel, Stacey June and Kristie Mercer creators of some of the most successful female podcasts and content in Australia sit down with another incredible guest... celeb makeup artist and all round badass woman; Rae Morris.4:20 - The reality of publishing a book is terrifying.7:51 – What does it mean to be an editorial makeup artist?12:01 - Rae explains the benefit of using a makeup brush on your hair.14:03 - Rae embraces the scary people because they’re gonna teach her the most.15:41 - The fear of celebrities comes from their experience with makeup artists more talented than Rae, not from their level of fame.21:28 - Lady Gaga emailed Rae to order her makeup brushes. OMG. Dead.23:08 - The only living Japanese master of craft designed Rae’s makeup brushes.27:50 - What’s the deal with Instagram makeup artists?31:56 - When Rae teaches, she gives away all her secrets.34:53 - Rae shares her top three pieces of advice.Bestie Beth's Insta: @pepperbethSweet Makeup Temptations Blog - Read HEREWant to join our VIP Posse? (For a small amount of $$ each month have access to a tonne of extras and join the online community.) Learn more HERE More from The Thinkergirls:Email us – hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram – https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts – http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    EP 120: Women are pusher-through-ers when dating and Stace is re-learning the single gal lessons she clocked years ago

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2018 36:44


    On EP 120 of The Thinkergirls Pod Channel, Stacey June and Kristie Mercer creators of some of the most successful female podcasts and content in Australia have their weekly chinwag... Kristie has realised that women are pusher-through-ers when it comes to dating, and Stace shares how she has had to relearn the lessons she thought she'd clocked when she was single...4:15 – After a year of single life, Kristie has realised that even if she’s not in the mood, she’ll go to every date she commits to, and she doesn’t think guys do the same.7:02 – When you go on a date that you’re just not in the mood for, are you acting and pretending to be someone you’re not?7:59 – What if, that one time you don’t go on that date cos you can’t be bothered, you miss out on meeting the love of your life?!9:43 – If your date cancels because they’re tired, are you allowed to respond “me too”?11:02 – Women are pusher-through-ers when it comes to dating.14:17 – Does our stubbornness to push through come from a fear that we’ll lose the opportunity?16:54 – Why does Kristie feel like she needs to push through now more than ever?19:00 – Stace was writing a book about nailing single life, but it’s now merged to become a blog instead.22:57 – Stace struggled to find her voice without Kristie, as she’s so used to expressing emotions and teaching through the Thinkergirl brand.24:33 – Kristie has always been able to separate singing from talking on a podcast, which is how she’s different from Stace in this situation.25:25 – Stace has always been part of a duo, which is why it was so hard for her to launch Single Pringle on her own.28:05 – We’ve never really clocked the big life lessons, there’s always gonna be a new way to learn them in a different aspect of our lives, but that doesn’t mean we’re not learning them.Stacey June - Single PringleEP 110: Osher Günsberg On Using Exercise To Maintain His Mental Health, Being Open To Vulnerability And Learning About Love From The Bachelor - Listen HEREEP 85: Jamila Rizvi On How Unique Every Woman’s Experience With Motherhood Is - Listen HEREWant to join our VIP Posse? (For a small amount of $$ each month have access to a tonne of extras and join the online community.) Learn more HERE More from The Thinkergirls:Email us – hello@thinkergirl.com.auFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/thinkergirlsInstagram – https://instagram.com/thethinkergirlsAll Podcasts – http://bit.ly/2wviSir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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