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In Steph and Laura's catch up today, they discuss the insane societal pressures placed on women and how contradictory a lot of the messaging is, they share stories of when they've spotted famous people in the wild (and you'll hear why Steph has never lived down her first encounter with Andy Lee), plus we gave the TikTok #SpillTheTea challenge a go where the entire studio may or may not have ended up covered in tea!! SPECIAL SHARES: Laura - Ted Lasso, Season 3 - Apple TV series Steph - The Imperfects episode 'Chrissie Swan - Honesty' KIC UPDATE: Our KICRUN Club is back and starts today! There are now 3 distances you can choose from - 5km, 10km or our brand new 10-21km program. If you have any questions about the recent updates to KICRUN, we have an explainer blog post at keepitcleaner.com/kicrunexplainedSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trinny Woodall initially rose to fame as part of a makeover duo with Susannah Constantine for their TV series 'What Not to Wear', and is now the founder of the hugely successful beauty brand Trinny London. In today's chat, Trinny explains how she navigates her way through the business world surrounded by predominately male investors and CEOs, and shows us what being an empowered woman looks like today. Given that she launched her beauty brand in her 50s, today's conversation speaks to anyone who may think they've 'missed the boat' if not having reached their career peak in their 20s or 30s. If you'd like to hear more podcast episodes with Trinny, here are a few we recommend: Under The Gloss with Phoebe Burgess: Trinny Woodall on relationship breakdowns, IVF and puppy nappies How To Fail with Elizabeth Day: Trinny Woodall on single parenthood, business failure and the empowerment of her 50s See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Steph & Laura's catch up today, we bring back a segment we loved so much last time - Unpopular Opinions. Plus, we check our Uber ratings to find out how many 1 star ratings we've got, and Laura shares an experience she had recently where an extremely misogynist comment was made. KIC UPDATE: KICRUN Club is back next week on the 27th of March and signups are now live in the KIC app now. To celebrate, we are launching our brand NEW 10-21KM program for those who want to challenge themselves further. To join, choose one of the programs in the app (0-5km, 5-10km OR 10-21km - coming next Monday) and select the days you wish to run! SPECIAL SHARES: Laura: A Star is Born, film with Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper on Netflix (but only the first half of the film) Steph: The Good Dinosaur, kids film on Disney +See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WOW is all we can say. In Steph & Laura's catch up today, we learn that Steph was recognised during one of the most awkward encounters you could possibly have! And it turns out Laura has had a similar experience herself. Also in today's episode, we discuss the most beautiful TikTok we've ever seen about body positivity which you can view here, plus we respond to a D&M about someone who doesn't have the same views as her partner about health. SPECIAL SHARES: Laura - A reminder to get your yearly health check Steph - 'Gratitude for your body'; Mind & Body Pilates class in the KIC app KIC UPDATE: Last week we dropped a new workout type - Mind & Body Pilates, led by our expert trainer Christina. These classes are a great way to incorporate mindfulness and movement into your everyday. There's 10 new Mind & Body Pilates Masterclasses available in the KIC app now.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today is International Women's Day. We asked the women behind your favourite podcasts and radio shows to share a time they’ve #EmbracedEquity and challenged gender stereotypes, called out discrimination, drawn attention to bias and sought out inclusion. You'll hear Steph & Laura's experience, and also stories from Carrie Bickmore, Fifi Box, Turia Pitt, Jamila Rizvi, and many more. Happy International Women's Day, we hope you enjoy this special episode we've put together. KIC UPDATE: We have an IWD sale on now! All new members will be offered 40% off their first 3 months at KIC on the quarterly subscription. Sale ends at midnight tonight. We have also recently dropped a brand new workout type - Mind & Body Pilates - hosted by our expert trainer Christina. The mind & body connection is so important in supporting our mental health and combating feelings of stress and overwhelm, and this new Masterclass is designed to celebrate women, promote self-love and let go of expectations so we can focus on the present and feel empowered on the mat.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Steph & Laura's catch up today, Steph's husband Josh is given the chance to throw her under the bus with an embarrassing story, seeing as she reveals plenty about him on the pod... but will he do that to his darling wife? And what could she possibly not have shared already? Plus in today's episode, we hear some very controversial and unpopular opinions, and discuss the confronting truth about getting older. SPECIAL SHARE:You, Season 4 - Netflix seriesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you're someone who has a negative relationship with food, exercise or body image, this episode will provide you with some helpful tools to assist in rewiring your thinking patterns to be more positive. Clinical & Coaching Psychologist, and host of the 'Crappy to Happy' podcast, Cass Dunn joins us on KICPOD this week to discuss emotional eating. What exactly is it? What's the psychology behind it? Why does it affect so many of us, particularly women? What can we do to shift our mindset? Cass answers all of these questions and also provides a really interesting insight into the bigger question behind it all - what's really going on mentally? You can listen to Cass Dunn’s podcast ‘Crappy to Happy’ on the free LiSTNR app or wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoy this episode, we also recommend our episode with KIC's resident dietitian Liv Morrison on gut health, overcoming guilt, and building a positive relationship with food.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Steph & Laura's catch up today, we find out all of the unnecessary purchases Laura's husband Dalton has made over the years, and hear the useless or overpriced items other people's partners have bought too. We also address the conversation that came out of last week's episode regarding tanning culture, which is only a small example of a much wider issue we need to think about. Plus, we were sent in a wedding related D&M which always spark the biggest debate! SPECIAL SHARES: Steph - On Purpose with Jay Shetty, podcast episode with Drew Barrymore Laura - Australian Idol, TV show on Channel 7 KIC UPDATE: We are dropping brand new masterclasses into the KIC app every Monday and we’ve just released brand new Bootcamp workouts from our master trainer Leo! Join now for a 7 day free trial.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's episode, a very important discussion is had about how normalising tanning culture needs to stop. Very sadly, writer and friend of Laura & Steph's, Natalie Fornasier lost her life after being diagnosed with melanoma, and although it shouldn't take tragedy to teach us important lessons, it has certainly given us the reminder we need. If you'd like to sign a petition to ban tanning accelerants, you can do so here. On a lighter note, Steph & Laura hear about the weird and wonderful things people have gotten up to in their sleep, and we find out whether Steph passed the 'best friend test' when Laura secretly set her up! SPECIAL SHARES: Steph – You People, film on Netflix Laura – Palmer, film on Apple TV KIC UPDATE: We have two new Treadmill Masterclasses in the KIC app today, instructed by Laura! If you haven't tried one yet or you're new to KIC we can't recommend them enough. We also have two new recipes available - PB&J Overnight Oats and Honey Mustard Chicken Sandwich - YUM!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You may know Ryan Shelton from 'The Imperfects' podcast with The Resilience Project founder Hugh Van Cuylenberg, or you may know him from Rove Live back in the day, or you may know him as Hamish Blake's best mate, or you may just know him for being the hilarious performer that he is! Either way, in today's KICPOD episode Ryan finds the perfect balance between making us laugh and making us think about some of life's toughest decisions. Ryan recently opened up on 'The Imperfects' about being unsure whether to have children or not, so today he delves more into this thought process and where he's currently at with the decision, plus he explains why he's ditched the smart phone and now has a 'dumb phone'. Then to finish, Steph & Laura invite Ryan into 'The Hilaritea House', which is a spin off of his segment 'The Vulnerabilitea House'. 'The Imperfects Tour' is happening from April this year. Find tickets in your city here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Steph & Laura's catch up today, Steph reveals the shocking thing her husband Josh did in his sleep.. and it turns out this has happened to producer Mandy too! We also discuss a topic that unfortunately is still so prevalent in the media today that shouldn't even be a thing anymore, especially in 2023. * Trigger warning: This episode mentions suicide. If you need support, contact lifeline on 13 11 14 * SPECIAL SHARES: Laura – The Menu, thriller film on Disney Plus and in cinemas Steph – Pamela, documentary on Netflix KIC UPDATE: We just dropped two more weekly Masterclasses today! If you're new to KIC, our Masterlcasses are 5 to 30 minute style workouts, designed to fit into your every day, even if you can only squeeze in 5 or 10 minutes. Stay tuned for more weekly Masterclasses dropping into the app over coming weeks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The other week we learned that erotic novels are what gets Steph going, and it turns out there are some much weirder turns on out there! In Steph & Laura’s catch up today, we hear from the KIC community about the odd things that get you in the mood, and find out which one of the girls “got there” from an ab workout! Also in today’s episode we hear a D&M from someone who's at a crossroads in their relationship, plus Laura confronts her husband Dalton about a recent life choice that cost a small fortune, and some rumours must be cleared after the recent Sunday Life cover shoot that Steph & Laura did. SPECIAL SHARES: Steph – Heartstrong, book by Ellidy Pullin Laura – Wisdom from the top, podcast by Guy Raz KIC UPDATE: We have weekly Masterclasses dropping in the KIC app as of today! Over the coming weeks you can expect fresh, one-off style workouts to keep you motivated every week in February and help you reach your fitness goals!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Full disclosure; when we've heard about manifestation in the past we've thought "hmm, that's not for me" and questioned the technique as a whole. Until, that is, our guest Sarah Grynberg so beautifully explained what it actually is and how some of us are already doing it without even realising! If you're like us and have had your barriers up about manifestation, this episode is for you! Sarah has been in the lifestyle and personal development space for over a decade now, having studied human behaviour, emotions, meditation and manifestation. She also hosts a podcast called 'A Life Of Greatness' where she has interviewed many A-list celebrities like Matthew McConaughey, former Spice Girl Mel C, the late Olivia Newton John and many more. On today's episode, you'll hear Sarah's incredible story about how she manifested the life she always wanted, and how you can implement small changes into your life to help you do the same for yourself. She shares practical and simple tools we can all use to shift our mindset and better our outcomes, and it's safe to say she has certainly changed our minds about manifestation! Check out her website sarahgrynberg.com for her online courses, including Manifesting Your Greatness. You can listen to her podcast A Life Of Greatness on the free LiSTNR app or wherever you get your podcasts, and can find her episode with Simon Sinek here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

‘You Take Care’ is Steph & Laura’s brand new book that’s available in stores as of tomorrow, and today’s KICPOD episode is all about what you can expect from this book, the writing process and lessons learned during, and the strange moments that came from recording the audio book. Steph and Laura both also open up about recent times where their confidence has been at an all time low - which for one of them was during the book writing process. They explain what helped them through these times and share some really important messages throughout today’s episode. ‘You Take Care’ is available to pre-order now. SPECIAL SHARES: Steph – Ginny and Georgia Season 2, TV series on Netflix Laura – Alexei Popyrin’s speech after winning the Australian Open 2023 Second RoundSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you live in Melbourne, it's probably safe to say you're missing hearing the hilarious, loose & TMI stories from PJ every morning on your way to work! The former KIIS FM host of the 'Jase & PJ' show moved back to her home country of New Zealand in 2021 and has since welcomed her beautiful baby boy Charlie. In today's KICBUMP episode, PJ opens up about where her head has been at since making the life changing decision of leaving KIIS during the peak of her career, she generously shares her rollercoaster birth story and tells us how life has changed as a mum, and she also speaks about how she navigates her way through a world of constant comparison. PJ hosts her own podcast called 'The PJ Podcast' which Steph has been a guest on once before! You can listen to that episode here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Steph & Laura's catch up today, Steph reveals that she has discovered what gets her going... and we even get to hear the exact bit that it was! Also, us Millennials feel targeted for something that's going on on TikTok, so fellow Millennial and previous KICPOD guest Samantha Andrew weighs in with her thoughts. SPECIAL SHARES: Steph – Untold Resilience; novel by Future Women Laura – Duolingo; app to learn other languages KIC UPDATE: We've just launched our Summer Salad Series! Available in the KIC app now are big, fresh salads perfect to enjoy in this balmy weather and for sharing with family and friends. Think Creamy Avocado, Coriander & Lime Pasta Salad, Peach & Pesto Caprese Salad, Thai Mango & Prawn Salad and more! You can head to our Instagram page to watch some very fun recipe content we collaborated on with the talented Pinch of Maddie, and of course head to the KIC app to get cooking.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you haven’t yet come across the hilarious Samantha Andrew on TikTok or Instagram, oh boy you’re going to want to follow her after today’s chat! Sam is a TikTok sensation, comedian, actor, composer, writer and content creator, but she also isn’t afraid to show a more vulnerable side of herself to her audience. Sam's partner Cody is a trans man, and recently the pair shared online their extraordinary experience of Cody freezing his eggs, documenting each stage and educating people about what they mightn’t have known was even possible. In today’s episode, Sam opens up about what this process was like for them both. She also gives us a huge hit of nostalgia with lots of chat about Country Road school bags and Angela Anaconda, and hilariously describes the way 12-year-old boys try to troll her online. Be sure to check out Samantha Andrew’s comedy show ‘SHIT-WRECKED’ at the Adelaide Fringe Festival and Melbourne International Comedy Festival this year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're officially back for 2023, and in Steph & Laura's catch up today we find out the big blunder Steph made over the holidays that caused some awkwardness with the in-laws, plus a TikTok trend we don't know if we can get around. SPECIAL SHARES: Laura – #1: Ugly Love, novel by Colleen Hoover, #2: Blueback, film with Eric Banner in cinemas Steph – November 9, novel by Colleen Hoover KIC UPDATES: Our new KIC Programs are progressive programs tailored to all fitness levels and designed to be followed so you can workout your way in the gym or at home and reach your fitness goals. PLUS, our New Year Sale is extended for one more day! It's your last chance to sign up to KIC and save 50% off your first month. Simply use the code NEWYEARSALE23 at checkout. Sale ends midnight on Monday 16th of January 2023.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While we’re taking a break from our regular KICPOD episodes over the holiday period, we hope you enjoy this bonus episode that’ll help KIC start your 2023 in the best way possible! Today is all about goal setting and how to have the best mindset heading into the new year. We all tend to set these big goals for ourselves only to fail within the first few weeks. But there are ways to approach goal setting that’ll not only help us break them down to smaller and more achievable goals, but also help us keep up the motivation to achieve them. KIC head trainer Danny talks us through the steps involved to give yourself the best chance of achieving your goals this year, and Steph & Laura delve into why we shouldn’t focus on the number on the scales when it comes to our health goals. KIC UPDATE: We’ve just launched new KIC Programs! These 3 progressive programs are tailored to your fitness level and include a 4 week KICSTART program, an 8 week KICFIT program, and a 12 week KICPRO program. Our New Year sale is still on, so if you’re keen to join KIC, you can save 50% off our monthly subscription by using the code NEWYEARSALE23 at checkout. SPECIAL MENTION: In today’s podcast, Laura discusses a helpful Ted Talk on why dieting does more harm than good, which you can listen to here: “Ted Talk: Why Dieting Doesn’t Usually Work, with Sandra Aamodt”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While we're taking a break from our regular KICPOD episodes over the holiday period, every Wednesday we're bringing you a compilation of some of our favourite episodes that you may have missed. Today’s episode is all about mental health - you’ll be hearing from our wonderful past guests Will McMahon & Kath Ebbs who have generously opened up about their struggles, and given us some great advice on ways to help our mental health and to think more positively. If you'd like to hear any of the episodes in full, you can check them out here: Will McMahon: Achieving success while living with depression Kath Ebbs (first time on KICPOD): Confidence, mental health and embracing self-love Kath Ebbs (2nd time on KICPOD): Being more than your potential * Trigger Warning - This episode mentions suicide. If you or anyone you know needs support you can contact Lifeline on 13 11 14. * KIC UPDATE: Our New Year sale is live! Start your year strong with 50% off our monthly KIC subscription which means it’s just $9.75, using the code NEWYEARSALE23 at checkout.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While we're taking a break from our regular KICPOD episodes over the Christmas period, every Wednesday we're bringing you a compilation of some of our favourite episodes that you may have missed, or in today's case, times Steph & Laura were on another podcast that you may not have even known about! Adam & Symon, the hilarious duo you may know from Gogglebox, host a LiSTNR podcast called 'The Adam & Symon Show' where both Steph & Laura have been guests before. You'll hear snippets from both chats in today's episode, and if you'd like to hear either of the episodes in full, you can check them out here: Steph Claire Smith; How To Name Your Baby - The Adam & Symon Show Symon faces his biggest fear, featuring Laura Henshaw - The Adam & Symon Show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While we're taking a break from our regular KICPOD episodes over the Christmas period, every Wednesday we're bringing you a compilation of some of our favourite episodes that you may have missed. To lead you into your holidays, we're revisiting some of the wonderful words of wisdom we've heard from some of the strongest female guests we've had, including Lisa Wilkinson, Em Carey and Sarah Davidson. We hope this episode leaves you feeling empowered and uplifted, and if you'd like to hear any of the episodes in full, you can check them out here: Lisa Wilkinson: A Fearless Approach To Building Your Career Em Carey, aka 'The Girl That Fell From The Sky': The Power Of Mindset and Finding Happiness Sarah Davidson: Owning Your Identity Have a very Merry Christmas!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Steph & Laura's catch up today, we learn about a very questionable habit Steph's husband Josh has (that he thinks is totally normal) and then learn that their son Harvey may be developing this habit too! We also explore some of the unique Christmas traditions some families have ahead of the festive season, and Laura shares some of her best learnings from her 20s as she enters her 30s in 2 days time. SPECIAL SHARES: Steph - The Family Stone, 2005 Christmas film Laura - The Light We Carry, book by Michelle Obama KIC UPDATE: We've recently dropped more KIC minis into the app! We know how busy this time of year gets and it can be hard to find the time to get a workout done, but these 5-10 minute workouts are great for moving your body and still getting a solid dose of endorphins into your day. Also, if you're still getting your Christmas shopping sorted, we have KIC gift cards available on the website, https://app.keepitcleaner.com/gift-cardsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tarang Chawla is an Indian born Australian writer, lawyer, activist, and host of Future Women’s Podcast ‘There’s No Place Like Home’. He became an activist against men’s violence after the tragic murder of his sister Nikita Chawla in 2015, and has told his story on KICPOD before, speaking about the raw reality of domestic abuse and family violence. You can hear that episode here. Today, Tarang addresses an issue that is sadly still very prevalent even in 2022; racism in Australia. If talking about racism makes you feel uncomfortable, you’re not alone. The reason a lot of us shy away from this topic is because although we have the best intentions, we are fearful of saying the wrong thing. Conversations like today’s episode are so important to help educate us on the right questions that we need to be asking, and the right responses to have when the topic is brought up.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's catch up with Steph & Laura, we get a peek into what teenage Steph was like, after she dug up one of her old diaries in something called a "Josh Box". We also hear about some of the world's worst wedding speeches after Laura shares one shocker that she witnessed, plus we find out how Steph's husband Josh likes to destress... which is the opposite of what she does! SPECIAL SHARES: Steph - WTF with The Five Love Languages, episode of We Can Do Hard Things with Glennon Doyle Laura - There's No Place Like Home podcast by Future Women, and Tarang Chawla's KICPOD episode 'The Raw Reality of Domestic Abuse and Family Violence' KIC UPDATE:Check out our Friendsmas Recipes! A whole list of festive recipes for you to bring along to your Christmas celebrations this year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kellie Gardner was living her best life with her partner, AFL player Jeremy Finlayson, falling pregnant and giving birth to their beautiful baby girl Sophia in August last year. Then, when Sophia was just 3 months old, Kellie was diagnosed with stage 3 Colorectal Cancer, which she later found out was actually stage 4. After spending a large amount of Sophia’s life in hospital, Kellie wants to warn other mums and women to listen to their bodies and get checked if anything doesn’t seem right. We’re so grateful for Kellie coming on to tell her story, and are glad to hear she’s now doing well. To hear more about her story and follow her motherhood journey, check out @kelliegardner__ on Instagram.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Steph & Laura’s catch up today, Laura learns that she’s not the only clumsy one out there; in fact many of you have had your fair share of very clumsy moments! We also hear another very sticky D&M someone sent in where they need advice about a hens party dilemma – what would you do if this happened in your friendship group? Plus, when your partner says they’re sorry but don’t sound sorry enough, how do you make them say sorry for their insincere sorry? We find a way! SPECIAL SHARES: Steph – The White Lotus, TV series on Binge Laura – Eye2Eye Eye Shadow, by Trinny London KIC UPDATES: Our Black Friday sale ends at midnight tonight (Monday 28th November)! Don't miss out. New and returning KIC users can get 60% off their first month when they subscribe to KIC via our website with the code BLACKFRIDAY22 - that's just $7.80 for one month! *Disclaimer: No 7 day free trial with this offer*See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our KICPOD guest today makes us laugh every night when we’re scrolling through TikTok, and we’re sure her 1.4M followers would agree! Millie Ford is best known for her viral videos imitating different Aussie characters such as the high school teacher, the mum of teenagers, the JB Hi-Fi shop assistant and a heap more. In today’s ep, Millie shares with us how her TikTok career all came about, what her creative process is, how she navigates the pressure to always live up to the last video, and even gives us an improv performance as one of her most-loved characters! For more of Millie’s content, follow her on TikTok @millie and check out her podcast “Out Of Character with Millie”.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Steph & Laura’s catch up today, they discuss some of the WORST gifts they’ve ever received, and we hear some absolute shockers you guys have gotten too! Plus, Steph has a big life update to do with her living situation.. something she never thought she’d have to do again in her life! SPECIAL SHARES: Steph - Don’t Worry Darling, film with Harry Styles Laura – Quote from Brené Brown’s book Dare to Lead - “If you are not in the arena getting your ass kicked on occasion, I’m not interested in or open to your feedback. There are a million cheap seats in the world today filled with people who will never be brave with their lives but who will spend every ounce of energy they have hurling advice and judgment at those who dare greatly. Their only contributions are criticism, cynicism, and fear-mongering. If you’re criticising from a place where you’re not also putting yourself on the line, I’m not interested in what you have to say.” KIC UPDATE: Stay tuned for KIC's Black Friday sale going live this Thursday 24 November via Instagram @keepitcleaner or via the website www.keepitcleaner.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Steph & Laura's catch up today, the girls explain how there's a particular question they constantly get asked (along with so many other women) that needs to stop, and for very good reason! They also address the relentless trolls that have targeted them over the years, finding a way to both make a bit of light out of it but at the same time sending an important message. We also hear about the NIGHTMARE in-laws stories you guys sent in which sound cringe worthy for you, but are hilarious for the rest of us! SPECIAL SHARES: Steph - Shameless Scandal series - Mary-Kate and Ashley 2 part series Laura: Bosch & Rockit, 2022 film KIC UPDATE: We have hit week 2 of our Cardio Barre Challenge – they’re intense but quick, which is perfect for fitting into a busy schedule. It’s not too late to sign up to the challenge, subscribe now to KICSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He burst onto the scene when he was a favourite on The X Factor back in 2011, then followed up with a hugely successful career including starring on Home & Away, winning Dancing With the Stars, and supporting One Direction and Backstreet Boys on tour. Then sadly in 2017, Johnny Ruffo was diagnosed with brain cancer which he has since been told is terminal. Johnny has an incredible outlook on life, and an even more incredible sense of humour! You’ll laugh more times throughout this episode than you can count, whilst also being reminded why it’s important to cherish life and to not sweat the small stuff. If someone you know is suffering from any kind of illness, whether it be cancer, depression or something else, Johnny offers his advice on how you can be there for your loved one in a time like this. He has just released his book ‘No Finish Line’, and explains why for him, there is no such thing as a finish line and why he will keep on fighting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Steph & Laura's catch up today, we find out from Mamamia the real statistics of how often people are doing the deed (as opposed to what they tell you), we get an update on how things are for Steph & her husband Josh now that it's been 2 months since their intimacy challenge, and we learn what Steph & Laura's body count is 🤭! Plus, we hear some wild stories of what people have witnessed on planes, and we get to the bottom of whether 'man flu' is actually a real thing.. ie are men biologically more affected by cold/flu symptoms than women? SPECIAL SHARES: Steph: Taylor Swifts new album 'Midnights' Laura: Under The Gloss podcast episode with Trinny Woodall KIC UPDATE: We have launched a 4 week Cardio Barre Challenge with our most in demand trainer... Kika! Introducing brand new circuit style Cardio Barre Pilates workouts and the burn is better than ever. Join us for 3 sweaty, fast-paced, ballet-inspired workouts a week via our website at keepitcleaner.com and if you're new to KIC, subscribe now and enjoy a 7 day free trial!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Proud gay dad of twins Sean Szeps opens up in today’s KICBUMP episode about what it’s like constantly having to come out to people, and how it felt growing up with amazing, supportive and loving parents, yet still feeling like he was somewhat broken due to his sexuality. He gives his wonderful advice to every parent on how to help their child feel accepted no matter what, and also shares his experience bringing his twins into the world via surrogacy. For more of Sean, check out his podcast Come Out Wherever You Are.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Steph & Laura's catch up today, to celebrate Halloween the topic of fears and phobias is discussed (the light hearted and unique ones), and boy did we have some strange ones sent in! Plus, we hear some of the very specific demands celebrities have had for their hotel stays. Also on today's KICPOD episode, while we had Hugh van Cuylenburg in the studio we decided to try the 'Last Friday Night' Tiktok prank on him, where the lyrics to a Katy Perry song are read out like a story of someone's night out - so how far into the song will we get until he realises? SPECIAL SHARES: Steph - Emma Chamberlain's house on Architectural Digest Laura - Dare to Lead podcast by Brené Brown, episode with Adam Grant & Simon Sinek KIC UPDATES: We have just dropped our very first Yin Yoga Minis into the KIC app! These are brand new 10 minute Masterclasses to make mindfulness part of your every day. Release your stress, improve your mobility, boost your energy levels and find your zen in as little as 10 with these Masterclasses - they're perfect for both beginner and seasoned yogis!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The wonderful Hugh van Cuylenburg is the only guest we've had 3 times on KICPOD, but it’s for good reason that we keep getting him back! As always, the founder of The Resilience Project provides some wonderful insights on how to protect your energy and say no to things you don't need to do, practicing what you preach and putting your learnings into every day life, and why it's important to choose truth over harmony. We also have a great giggle in today's episode about the amount of fangirling coming from one particular host, plus we put a spin on the 'Vulerabilitea House' segment that Hugh usually does on his podcast - we, instead, do the 'Hilaritea House'. * Check out Hugh's podcast 'The Imperfects' with Ryan Shelton here * Be sure to keep an eye out for Hugh's new show coming to Amazon next Feb called G.E.M.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last week, Steph shared the extremely mortifying moment where she accidentally sent a saucy pic to her parents instead of her husband Josh. In Steph & Laura’s catch up today, we learn that she is actually not alone – in fact, there are some FAR worse moments people have had involving their parents and things they definitely should not have witnessed... and one moment with Laura and her cleaner! Also in this KICPOD episode, we find out who would have more game out of Steph or Laura if they were single, and hear about the famous duo the girls met on the weekend. SPECIAL SHARES: Laura – It Ends With Us, novel by Colleen Hoover Steph – Call Her Daddy, podcast episode with Hailey BieberSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Steph & Laura’s catch up today, we find out what mortifying moment Laura had at work recently, and the even more mortifying moment Steph once had with her parents. We also hear another D&M from someone who needs help figuring out what to do with the very sticky bridesmaid situation she’s found herself in, and we test out Laura to see how much of a people pleaser she really is. SPECIAL SHARES: Laura – Farmer Wants A Wife, Channel 7 series Steph – Do Revenge, Netflix series KIC UPDATES: We have just launched Treadmill, hosted by our newest Master Trainer – Laura! 10-30 minute sprint, hill, fartlek and speed interval runs or walks designed to challenge yourself or go at your own pace - no matter what you choose, expect to feel empowered with the runners high! Laura will be with you the whole way and can't wait to get sweaty, feel strong and KIC it with you on the Treadmill!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For anyone who has a podcast, it seems unfathomable to reach a milestone like 50 million downloads – but for Shameless Media founders Zara McDonald and Michelle Andrews, this has recently become a reality! If you’ve contributed to that 50 million, you will have heard one of their many podcasts; Shameless, Scandal, Everybody Has A Secret, Book Club or Love Etc. In today’s episode, Zara & Michelle tell us what their career journey has been like so far, how they deal with stressful times, and of course compare notes with Steph & Laura also being two female founders in the public eye who started a business together after becoming besties. We also learn that if it weren’t for something Laura said, they might not have gotten to where they are now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's episode, Steph & Laura take you behind the scenes of everything that goes on at KIC, including how the business and their friendship came about, how they manage conflict, and what their day to day looks like in such a busy job! They also answer all of your questions around how they hire people for their team, what the content creation process is and how on earth they get any work done and not just chat all day seeing as though they're besties! SPECIAL SHARES: Steph - The Diary Of A CEO podcast episode with Lewis Capaldi Laura - Mecca Max make-up brush KIC UPDATES: It's World Mental Health Day, and to help you prioritise your mental health, you can get a 1 month free subscription to KIC when you sign up with the code KICPODMIND. Sleep is so important for our mental health so be sure to try our new sleep meditations and brand new Soundscapes. (NB: Just a reminder that once the month is up, this will roll into a paid subscription.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you've ever listened to the radio, you'd know Ash from the successful night show she hosted for years, 'Ash London Live', or perhaps from one of the many other radio/TV shows that she's done in the past. With regular world famous guests on her radio show like Ed Sheeran and Harry Styles, Ash has put quite the thriving career on hold to spend time with her son Buddy. In today's episode we find out how she felt making this decision, what advice she has for mums with fulfilling careers, and why being a "selfish" mum isn't always a bad thing! You can check out Ash London's podcast 'New Mum, Who Dis?" here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Steph & Laura's catch up today, we HAD to get an update on whether Laura's "friend" David Beckham replied to her message, and what he said! Also on today's episode, we reminisce and laugh about the ridiculous things we did in high school, and give a list of rules to follow if you're ever going to tell someone about the dream you had! SPECIAL SHARES: Steph - Heartbreak High, on Netflix Laura - Head to Toe Dance Cardio with Kath Ebbs, KIC Masterclass KIC UPDATES: Calling all Kiwis - we're coming to Auckland! Our second KIC Tour stop is this weekend at Shed 10. There are still a few tickets remaining - come join us on Sunday 9th of October from 1pm for a live workout guided by our Head Trainer Danny Kennedy, followed by a wholesome health and wellness talk with special guests including Sarah Davidson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The amazing Sarah Davidson joins us on KICPOD once again to share the endless amounts of wisdom and inspirational quotes that she has! Sarah will be joining us on the Wellness Panel of our KIC Tour throughout October, so if you're thinking of coming along to hear her speak, today's episode will be the perfect warm up! She chats to Steph & Laura about confidence and how to find it when you're lacking, discovering and owning your identity, the pressure of having children in your 30s, and what she would tell her 18 year old self. The KIC Tour starts this Saturday in Adelaide! Tickets are still available if you'd like to join us in either Adelaide, Auckland NZ, or Perth.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a brand new KICPOD! Today we've got a "catch up" style episode with Steph & Laura, which we will now be bringing you every single Monday! Each Monday you'll hear Steph & Laura sharing the hilarious/interesting/unusual things that have happened in their lives, plus stories from the Kic community, and then every Wednesday you'll hear either a KICPOD guest interview or a KICBUMP episode (alternating each week). In today's episode, the girls discuss famous people you've had in your DMs (spoiler: Taylor Swift!), Steph's clever to-do list hack, and a juicy "D&M" someone sent in about hooking up with their boss! SPECIAL SHARES: Laura - Partner Track, show on Netflix Steph - Admission, film on Netflix KIC UPDATES: The KIC Tour starts this Saturday 1st of October and our first stop is Adelaide. There are still a few tickets remaining - come join us at the Adelaide Convention Centre from 1pm for a live workout session with Danny Kennedy before a health and wellness talk with the amazing Sarah Davidson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The wonderful Kath Ebbs is back on the KICPOD chatting all things travel and why it can actually be hard for some people, social media and the validation we tend to seek from it, acknowledging your own potential and your own achievements, and so much more. Steph & Laura also check in to see how Kath is doing since their last episode together, and ask about the things we can do to help manage our mental health. SPECIAL SHARES: Steph - Sunshine on a rainy day, song by Christine Anu Laura - 'Scandal' podcast by Shameless, with Anne Hathaway KIC UPDATES: We've just launched Dance Cardio with Kath Ebbs on the KIC app! Get ready to move, groove and boost your mood with this brand new workout style. 12 new workouts ranging from 10, 15, 20 and 30 minutes that fit in with your day, shake off your stress and celebrate your body! Also head to our TikTok @keepitcleanersquad to join our dance challenge for your chance to win a pair of Apple Airpods Max!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steph & Laura have had a lot to catch up about lately, so today's episode is all about hearing the hilarious/interesting/unusual things that have happened in their lives. Nothing’s off limits today - the girls cover topics like location sharing with your partner, mice infestations at home, and dumb things you once thought (like thinking knife point and gun point were actual locations). Steph also reveals she has watched her babysitter over the home cameras when they weren't aware! SPECIAL SHARES: Steph – 1 Pot Zucchini Alfredo – KIC recipe Laura – No Filter with Mia Freedman, podcast episode with Johann Hari KIC UPDATES:Tickets are now available for our KIC tour happening in October in Adelaide, Perth and Auckland NZ. Grab yours at kictour.com and join us for a workout and a chat in your city!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last week Steph & her husband Josh revealed all of the very intimate and personal details of their relationship, so it's only fair that this week Laura and her husband Dalton are put in the hot seat! Of course they will address the 30 day intimacy challenge and whether they'll be taking part or not, and we also learn about what they have to sacrifice in their relationship, how they handle disagreements and what it's like both being CEOs of their companies. It wasn't meant to be a couples therapy session, but it sure turned out to be! SPECIAL SHARES: Steph – The Girl Who Fell From the Sky; book by Emma Carey (you can also listen to her KICPOD episode here) Laura – Speedy Pilates Pump; KIC Pilates Class with trainer Christina KIC UPDATES: This week we are shooting some brand new KIC workouts which means new workouts will be landing in the KIC app very soon! Follow us on TikTok for all the behind the scenes action and for your chance to win a great giveaway! We have also launched our Budget Bites - 10 new recipes dropping in September that are less than $5 per serve. Sign up to KIC now for a free 14-day trial.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

*WARNING* This ep may not be suitable for little ears (if you didn't already gather that from the title). You asked, Steph & Josh answered! You might have heard Steph mention a few episodes back (or seen it on socials... or seen it on news sites... seriously even the New York Post were writing about it) that she and her husband Josh were partaking in a 30 day intimacy challenge.. aka 30 days of sex! Well, the challenge has come to an end so it was time for Laura to put them in the hot seat and ask all of your juicy questions, like how they made time for it given they have a toddler, if it felt like a chore, what their parents said when they found out, if their sex life would be any different moving forward and so much more. SPECIAL SHARES: Steph - Look Both Ways, Netflix film Laura – Maybe You Should Talk To Someone, Book by Lori Gottlieb KIC UPDATES: To celebrate our partnership with LiSTNR, we are treating you to one month free with KIC! Head to keepitcleaner.com if you’re not already a member and enter the code KICPOD1 at the checkout.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We thought Laura loved running… until we heard what Samantha Gash has taken part in! The endurance athlete and Survivor star was the first woman in the world and youngest person at the time to complete the Four Desert Grandslam – a series of 4 x 250km ultramarathons across 1 year in the world’s toughest climate deserts. She has also run 379km across Australia’s Simpson Desert, amongst many other incredibly challenging ultramarathons – so it’s no wonder Sam was once the subject of a documentary called Desert Runners. She is about to take part in another enormous feat, running 1600km from the West to the East of Nepal. In today’s KICPOD episode, Steph & Laura find out how any of this is even humanly possible, and what kind of mindset you need to have to achieve such an incredibly massive goal. If you’re looking for motivation and want to get better at goal setting, this is the ep to listen to! SPECIAL SHARES: Steph – Hairspray Musical Laura – About Time, Netflix film KIC UPDATES: Our KIC Tour is happening in October in Adelaide, Perth and Auckland NZ! Grab your tickets now from kictour.com and let’s workout together, talk together and meet each other for the first time in years! The KIC Tour is in partnership with AIA Vitality and will be joined by Sarah Davidson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

*Trigger warning – this episode mentions suicide. If you or anyone you know needs support, please call Lifeline on 13 11 14* Will McMahon is best known for co-hosting his national radio show ‘Will & Woody’ and was recently seen on Celebrity Apprentice Australia and Australian Ninja Warrior. Throughout his extremely successful career, he has been battling with depression and has faced some dark moments along his journey. In today’s episode of KICPOD, Will not only generously opens up about his struggles and allows us to see his most vulnerable side, but also enlightens us with his helpful advice on ways to recognise your behaviour before spiralling, finding what works for you to get yourself through, and ways to help your partner or somebody close to you who may be experiencing depression. We hope you get as much out of this episode as we did, and are very thankful for Will sharing his experience with us. SPECIAL SHARES:Steph – KIC & Noas Healthy Eats recipe; No Bake PB & Choc SliceLaura – Netflix film; Purple Hearts KIC UPDATES:Steph’s spin-off podcast KICBUMP will soon be its own separate podcast. Be sure to subscribe/follow once it exits the KICPOD feed in a few weeks’ time!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Particularly for women, we often feel so much pressure to do it all and be amazing at everything at all times, and so many of us are guilty of trying to please everyone around us, even when it’s detrimental to our own mental health. But it turns out it’s also detrimental to our physical health in ways you may not be aware of. In this episode of KICPOD, we find out the impacts of stress and why being Superwoman isn’t always the best thing for us, and get some great tips on ways to manage our busy lives and set healthy boundaries. Also as an added bonus in today's ep, Steph reveals the saucy 30 day challenge she & her husband Josh are in the middle of! Would you take part in this challenge with your partner? Laura says she wouldn't! SPECIAL GUEST: Dr Libby Weaver KIC UPDATES: KIC minis are here! Lack of time and motivation are the biggest barriers preventing us from moving our bodies (especially in winter), so we’ve developed a series of 5-minute mini workouts that you can easily fit into your day. You can start your 14-day free trial here. SPECIAL SHARES: Steph – ‘Where the Crawdads Sing’ novel by Delia Owens Laura – ‘Fittest on Earth: Next Gen’ film on Amazon Prime Video & Apple TVSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.