The Brunch Files

The Brunch Files

di Tegan and Rachel
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74. 30 things we've learned in our 30s (so far!)

On the menu this week Tegan and Justine discuss 30 things they've learned in their 30s and cover everything from boundaries, to budgeting to the importance of daily SPF. What would you add to the list? Connect with us on social media @thebrunchfiles.podcast or hsend us an email at hello@thebrunchfiles.com Music: Music from #Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/andrey-rossi/seize-the-dayLicense code:

73. Pilates, crystals and protein powder: what wellness trends are worth the hype?

On the menu this week Rachel and Justine are chatting green juice, ice baths and inner child healing — what's actually helping and what’s just popular. We chat about what’s evidence-based vs. what’s just trending, and what we do out of obligation vs what we do because we enjoy it! Connect with us on social media @thebrunchfiles.podcast or hsend us an email at hello@thebrunchfiles.com Music: Music from #Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/andrey-rossi/seize-the-dayLicense code:

72. Coffee + cost of living: how we’re making money work for us in 2025

One the menu this week, money! We talk money stresses, spending guilt, saving, investing, aligning spending with our values, and the joys of a good splurge. Justine also shares her top money saving hacks, and we share some of your feedback to our money questions. Remember this episode is NOT financial advice and you should always talk to a financial advisor or other financial professional about your specific circumstances. Connect with us on social media @thebrunchfiles.podcast or send us an email at hello@thebrunchfiles.com Music: Music from #Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/andrey-rossi/seize-the-dayLicense code:

71: The 2025 Federal Election and making your vote count!

On the menu this week we’re talking about the 2025 Australian Federal Election which, at the time of publishing, is this coming Saturday. We’re privileged to have the opportunity to have a say on who is running our country and in this episode Tegan and Rachel give you a crash course on the Australian political system, the major and minor parties in the mix and the policies they’ve put forward as part of their election campaigns. Connect with us on social media @thebrunchfiles.podcast or send us an email at hello@thebrunchfiles.com Music: Music from #Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/andrey-rossi/seize-the-dayLicense code:

70: Why we're childfree - and what our listeners think

On the menu this week, Rachel and Justine talk about why they're happily childfree. Our listeners weigh in with their opinions, thoughts and questions on the topic! (We’re so grateful to Justine for stepping in and cohosting for a few weeks while Tegan takes some time off to spend with her new daughter Hazel.) Connect with us on social media @thebrunchfiles.podcast or send us an email at hello@thebrunchfiles.com Music: Music from #Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/andrey-rossi/seize-the-dayLicense code:

69; The catch up “trap”: what is it and how to avoid it

On the menu this week we’re talking about the catch up trap. You know the trap we all fall into as adults that when we see our friends we end up just “catching up” and talking about what’s been happening at work, with our partners, children etc rather than doing new things and making new memories together We’re so grateful to Justine for stepping in and cohosting for a few weeks while Tegan takes some time off to spend with her new daughter Hazel. Connect with us on social media @thebrunchfiles.podcast or send us an email at hello@thebrunchfiles.com Music: Music from #Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/andrey-rossi/seize-the-dayLicense code:

68: A real chat about body image

On the menu this week Rachel is joined by Justine for a real chat about body image. The girls discuss their own struggles with body image and the impact of media, instagram and society. We’re so grateful to Justine for stepping in and cohosting for a few weeks while Tegan takes some time off to spend with her new daughter Hazel. Connect with us on social media @thebrunchfiles.podcast or send us an email at hello@thebrunchfiles.com Music: Music from #Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/andrey-rossi/seize-the-dayLicense code:

67: The male perspective on trying to conceive (part two of Tegan & Shaun’s story)

On the menu today we have something a little bit different with Tegan’s husband Shaun talking about their struggle to conceive from his perspective. We so often hear about infertility from the woman’s side so we’re incredibly grateful to Shaun for opening up about his experience. This was recorded last year, while Tegan and Shaun were in the midst of their struggle to conceive. If you’ve been through this, or are currently going through it, we really hope this episode makes you feel less alone. And if you are supporting a loved one through it, we hope this gives you an insight into what they might be experiencing and how you can best support them. Gentle content warning, we talk about infertility and pregnancy loss so if this isn’t for you right now, please feel free to skip this one and join us in the next one. Connect with us on social media @thebrunchfiles.podcast or send us an email at hello@thebrunchfiles.com Music: Music from #Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/andrey-rossi/seize-the-dayLicense code:

66: All your fertility questions answered, with fertility naturopath Jacqui Lamplugh.

On the menu this week we have part two of our chat with fertility expert and naturopath Jacqui Lamplugh. Jacqui answers all your questions about fertility, supplements, trying to conceive, male factor fertility and so much more. Be sure to follow Jacqui on social media @jacquilamplugh. You can also learn more about Jacqui and the incredible work she does via her website www.JacquiLamplugh.com Connect with us on social media @thebrunchfiles.podcast or send us an email at hello@thebrunchfiles.com Music: Music from #Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/andrey-rossi/seize-the-dayLicense code:

65: “The one where I couldn’t get pregnant”: Tegan’s story about trying to conceive

On the menu this week, Tegan bravely opens up about her fertility journey. Recorded last year, during the most difficult time of her life, this is an open and honest conversation about the struggle of unexplained infertility, miscarriage and the traumatic cycle of trying to conceive without success. If you’ve been through this, or are currently going through it, we really hope this episode makes you feel less alone. And if you are supporting a loved one through it, we hope this gives you an insight into what they might be experiencing and how you can best support them. Gentle content warning, we talk about infertility and pregnancy loss so if this isn’t for you right now, please feel free to skip this one and join us in the next one. Connect with us on social media @thebrunchfiles.podcast or send us an email at hello@thebrunchfiles.com Music: Music from #Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/andrey-rossi/seize-the-dayLicense code:
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