WHY NOT?

WELCOME BACK to season 2 episode 2 of Why Not? I'VE BEEN BUSY OKAY! .... Apologies for my long break between episodes. I am back COVID POSITIVE and straight into conversation with my good friend Sasha White. From the depths of my isolation, I phone in Sasha to have a conversation all about how to navigate friendships throughout changes in our lives and give our advice on what you can do to support those nearest and dearest to you. We chat about our attachment styles and what this means for our relationships AND discuss the idea of having a 'BEST FRIEND' ... is having one ride or die beneficial to us? or is it the very thing that creates problems? Join us to be a part of the convo! If you've enjoyed this episode please let me know over at our instagram @whynotpod_ And don't forget to like, subscribe and review wherever you get your podcasts Until next time, Ivy x

WHY NOT POD IS BACK for 2022! This season we are kicking off the year of 2022 with a BANG! (no but.. literally)... I have brought back my most popular guests from Season 1 KRISTIN and TEAGAN, better known from our episode in season 1 2021: Online Dating w/ Kristin and Teagan . JUST in time for valentines day, the girls and I discuss ALL things online dating, dating IRL, hookup culture, relationships and our most important question... DO BOYS GET THE ICK? We also thought it would be fun to chat about those things called red flags... We hope you have a laugh, we hope you relate and if you have any comments please write in and JOIN THE DISCUSSION!! DO NOT forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, FOLLOW, REVIEW and allllll the right things to show this podcast some love. As always, Follow our instagram @whynotpod_ for all the goss... (This episode contains our own opinions, stories and complaints and should definitely not be taken TOO seriously... )

EPISODE 9! Our final episode for 2021 is here and I am SO excited to welcome Sharon Lee, Evidential Psychic Medium. Sharon has been working for over 40 years serving spirit. Sharon gives her clients the ultimate gift in connecting with loved ones who have crossed over into the spirit world, as well as using this connection to provide psychic readings. To get in touch with Sharon, you can visit her Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SharonLeeMedium/ // Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sharonleemedium/?hl=en @sharonleemedium // Website https://www.sharonleepsychicmedium.com.au/ // or EMAIL bookingsharonlee@gmail.com Sharon also runs Rosslyn Sanctuary where community and other mediums serving spirit can come together to experience communication and connection with spirit and proof of survival. Rosslyn Sanctuary is held on the last Thursday of every month in Ringwood. To see the latest updates about Rosslyn Sanctuary please visit https://www.facebook.com/RosslynAnamCara/ As always, Please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, REVIEW and FOLLOW wherever you get your podcasts. If you haven't already, follow our instagram @whynotpod_ for updates and to message through any episode requests. Thank you SO much for your ongoing support this year. BIG love, Ivy x

THIS WEEK for episode 8 I had the absolute pleasure speaking to Will and Adam from MAMI Music. This Melbourne DJ Duo continues to capture the hearts of listeners all around Australia with their unique assimilation of Melodic House and Techno. I chat to the boys about all things music, from how they started out to now being the first Australian DJ's playing on the top of Mt Buller. MAMI take us back to some of their most memorable and valuable experiences as artists and share some tips they've learnt along the way. MAMI's EP releases on Beatport 16th November 2021 and will be available on all streaming services on 30th November. You can catch all the updates and follow the boys as they break back into the DJ scene in our post-lockdown world bigger and better than ever... Instagram @mami_music // Facebook @MAMI // TikTok @_mami_music_  Sound Cloud: https://soundcloud.com/mami-music As promised, Tickets are on sale NOW for MAMI's Boxing Day show with Walpole Events at Fitzroy Beer Garden https://www.facebook.com/events/s/walpole-summer-series-ft-luke-/4673594912670731/ You know the drill by now... Don't forget to....... LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, FOLLOW !!!! Send us in your feedback or recommendations to our Instagram @whynotpod_

WE ARE BACK after a short break and for this weeks episode i've brought out the big guns. The one. The only ... Princeton GIRL aka my beautiful, funny and incredibly rambunctious bestie, Ben White. In this convo we take a look into a day in the life of Ben, and woah... what a day. Stories are shared, jokes are had and we get deep into our breakfasts, brunches and teas. We ALSO unpack Ben's research into his perspective on Queer representation in fashion and his take on a fashion STATEMENT.  If you get to the end of this ep, well done... If your face is hurting from laughing... big congratulations to you, and welcome to a day in MY life having a friend like BEN.  Please don't forget to share this poddy with your nearest and dearest and LIKE, SUBSCRIBE AND FOLLOW !!! Send in your feedback, questions or comments to @whynotpod_ Stay tuned for a MASSIVE episode next week but for now... enjoy the weekend because.... WE ARE OUT MELBOURNE!

Trigger warning: Consent and sexual abuse  EPISODE 6  This week I got deep talking with my two friends Ella and Belle. With the help of Flex Mami's REFLEX card games, we discussed some important topics in our lives and BOY did we have a good chat. However, this week's ep comes with a trigger warning as we delved into a discussion about consent and touched on sexual abuse and non-consensual relationships. We spoke about the poor sex education programs in our Victorian schools as well as touched on how to recognise positive and negative friendships, especially during a pandemic.  Please note, the answers to these questions are all uniquely our own thoughts and opinions and are not intended to disrespect anyone in any way. This is a really important conversation to us all and we hope we have answered these questions with sensitivity and respect.  If you want to send in your comments or feedback or even let us know your answers to the questions asked, We would love to hear from you! Message us @whynotpod on instagram.  If you or anyone you know are struggling please reach out for help: Beyond Blue : 1300 22 4636 / https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ 1800 Respect national helpline: 1800 737 732  Lifeline (24 hour crisis line): 131114 WIRE (for woman, non-binary and gender diverse people): 1300 134 130 Are a great page who raise awareness and provide education regarding consent and sexuality.  Some other great resources to educate yourself: - Our Watch - https://www.doingnothingdoesharm.org.au/  - WIRE - https://www.wire.org.au/sexual-consent/ - Teach Us Consent in Australia - @teachusconsent  FLEX MAMI'S REFLEX CARDS are available at : https://flexfactory.store/ (not sponsored)

THIS WEEK for episode 5 I teamed up with my gal pals Kristin and Teagan to dive deep into the world of online dating and dating in a world pre-covid and BOY did we have some laughs. We share some JUICY stories from our minimal dating experience as well as unpacking some less than tasteful pick up lines sent in from our listeners. Join us as we also discuss the importance of ROMANCE in a relationship and all things HOOKUP CULTURE as we delve into some conversation starter cards brought to you by Flex Mami (not sponsored babes, just a fan...) Don't forget to like, subscribe, follow and review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.  Trialling out our new segment ASK IVY, you can get in touch with Ivy @whynotpod_ on Instagram to share all your juicy goss.  Thanks for listening and for all the continued support lovers xxx

EPSIODE 4  This week we take a deep dive into all things NURSING! As some of you may know I have started this year (a very hard year at that) working as a graduate registered nurse in a Melbourne hospital. BUT i've brought in two more incredible graduate nurses Milena and Brianna who I went to uni with to help me unpack this topic. We talk (with the occasional rant) all things hospitals, nursing and how we've adjusted to life on the front line in the middle of a freaking global PANDEMIC! So join us as we complain, laugh, and reflect on how grateful we all are for this incredible profession and the life experiences it gives us.  Caution: we obviously talk about covid in this ep (duh) so if you're looking for a sweet escape from the rona' (totally understandable) , this ep may not be for you. BUT ALAS i've got three recent eps you can get in your ears!! If you want to follow along with Milena's educational nursing journey you can join her following @nurse__mil + Your Pocket Nurse the Podcast on Spotify! Please follow along with us at @whynotpod_ on instagram and don't forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW  See you next week Folks!

For this weeks episode I am bringing you a conversation all about being a business BOSS. Joining me is RY HEATH, fellow entrepreneur and business BOSS. Ry is the co-owner of WINSLOW THE LABEL, a sustainable swimwear brand and the owner of HER MOON AND STARS, a bespoke wedding and event styling business. We discuss the importance of a sustainable future, all things small business and how we cope with day to day life as a business owner. We also touch on some useful advice for those itching to get creative and launch something of their own. If you want to check out the Winslow range (purchase a 'kini or two!) and learn more about taking steps towards a more sustainable future, visit https://www.winslowthelabel.com/ and follow them on Instagram @winslowthelabel For more information about Ry's bespoke wedding and events styling and coordination, visit @hermoonandstarsstyling on Instagram. If you would like to see more of my Gluten free Celebration Cakes, you can follow @ivysflavourss on instagram and Ivy's Flavours on Facebook and to order visit www.ivysflavours.wordpress.com Let us know what you think about the episode and don't forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW (and maybe even write us a review if you're feeling saucy... ) oh and...  Follow our Instagram @whynotpod_

This week for our second episode of WHY NOT? I had the pleasure of talking to my friend KIM. Studying Exercise and Sports Science/ Nutrition Science, Kim talks us through her commitment to a holistic transformation of the body and the mind as well as her journey through navigating careers. We delve into the impacts of social media in our world today and the role this may have on how we perceive our bodies and our lifestyle. You can FOLLOW Kim (for some irregular posting)... @kpfitt_ on Instagram Please note: We speak from personal knowledge and opinion only, please seek professional advice from the appropriate resources if need be. You can find us @whynotpod_ on instagram. If you have any feedback or reviews please get in contact with me Don'd forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW... Ivy x

WELCOME!! I'm so excited to be bringing you the FIRST episode of ‘WHY NOT?'. We're getting straight into it with a conversation about ANXIETY and my personal battle with those tight chest feels. THEN I'm joined by Author and Hypnotherapist Benetta Wainman as we discuss all things Hypnotherapy and Spiritual Healing. To get in touch with Benetta, visit her website. You can also find her on Facebook at Road To Success Hypnotherapy And if you would like to purchase her book, you can HERE If you enjoyed this episode or you want to know more reach out on our Instagram @whynotpod_ Feel free to like, follow or subscribe if you want more of WHY NOT? Please Note: these are my own experiences and techniques that have worked for me and are only mentioned as suggestions only. Please seek professional help if you are just beginning to understand your own journey with mental health. If you are struggling, please reach out Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636