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When Ash Paraskevas was in her early 20’s she was in a longterm relationship, studying law (as the first person in her family to attend uni) and competing in Miss World. From the outside - it looked like she had it all. But inside she was struggling with severe anxiety, depression, domestic abuse and changing everything about herself to try and fit in and be loved.

In this episode Ash generously shares how she built herself back from rock bottom to a place where she’s now living fully and authentically as herself and proud of it, including stripping back the layer of who she thought she “should” be and stepping into her sexuality as a lesbian woman.

We loved this chat and can’t wait to have Ash back on for a part two BUT you can also hear more from Ash in Liv Rogers’ podcast ‘Tell Me More’ https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/the-superpower-of-vulnerability-with-ash-paraskevas-part-1/id1716520554?i=1000640936889 

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We saw a TikTok about "food noise" and we want to talk about it. "Food noise" is the relentless thoughts about food and eating that unfortunately so many of us have experienced or still do experience. We reflect on how food noise still shows up for us regardless of how much effort we put into combating these thoughts, and what we can do to try and break the cycle.

If you experience food noise, disordered eating or an eating disorder, support is available at the Butterfly Foundation on 1800 33 4673 from 8am - midnight (AEST/AEDT) 7 days a week.

Then we bring back Kic Court! You asked: “my friend is having a child-free wedding. Can I still bring my baby and excuse myself if they make noise?” Buckle up, Kic Court is in session.

And the KICPOD Audience Survey is still live! Tell us what you think of the podcast and you'll go in the running to win a $100 Visa e-gift card https://form.typeform.com/to/wzd5Wuuu 

SPECIAL SHARES


Steph: Jojo Siwa on the Call Her Daddy Podcast with Alex Cooper https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/jojo-siwa-the-woman-behind-the-bow/id1418960261?i=1000651989527 
Laura: Scoop on Netflix https://www.netflix.com/au/title/81600418 

Kic UPDATE

Ready for something that HIITs different? Join Laura in the yellow room for a series of brand new 5 to 15-minute workouts. We’ve partnered with frank green to bring more energy, motivation and feel-good vibes to your dreaded HIIT session.
Don’t believe us? Try just ONE of Laura's HIIT classes and you’ll go in the draw to win an entire year with Kic and a prize pack from frank green.

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KICPOD @kicpod on InstagramJoin our closed KICPOD Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/630561419185145/Steph Claire Smith @stephclairesmith on Instagram & @steph_claire_smith on TikTokLaura Henshaw @laura.henshaw on Instagram & @laura.henshaw on TiktokKic @kic.app on Instagram & @kic on TikTok and kicapp.com or download the app from the App Store and Google Play Store
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This episode is tough but a really important conversation for every parent and person with young people in their lives. Grooming refers to an older child or adult establishing a trusting relationship with a child or their family to sexually abuse or exploit the child. The average age that a child is abused is 6.8 years old and 90% of children who are abused know their abuser. 

To help make sense of it all, Steph speaks with Jayneen Sanders. Jayneen is a mum of three, author and educator who writes children’s books on body boundaries, respect, consent, body safety, feelings and emotions.

In this episode, they speak about what grooming actually is, the red flags parents can look out for, how parents can live with the fear of letting their children out of their sights, what to do if you suspect your child is being groomed, and what support exists.

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Raising Children Network https://raisingchildren.net.au/ Centre Against Sexual Assault https://casacv.org.au/ 

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KICPOD @kicpod on InstagramJayneen @jayneensanders on Instagram & @educate2empowerSteph Claire Smith @stephclairesmith on Instagram, @steph_claire_smith on TikTokJoin our virtual mothers' group in the the KICBUMP Facebook group. Search 'KICBUMP Community'Kic @kic.app on Instagram, @kic on TikTok and kicapp.com
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It feels like only yesterday that we were sitting in our cars recording this podcast on our iPhones and now you’ve downloaded us over 14 MILLION (!) times in places as far and wide as Greeland and Jamaica. 

For KICPOD’s 5th birthday we take a trip down memory lane from them to now, reflect on what making this podcast means to us and hear what the podcast means to you.

Plus! We think five years is a good time to give you guys a nickname. Tell us in our Facebook group what you want to be called ;)

And last one! We’re doing a KICPOD survey to try and get to know you a little better. Tell us what you think and you’ll go in the running to win a $100 Visa e-gift voucher https://form.typeform.com/to/wzd5Wuuu 

Thanks for spending the last five years with us. We love you 3 

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KICPOD @kicpod on InstagramJoin our closed KICPOD Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/630561419185145/Steph Claire Smith @stephclairesmith on Instagram & @steph_claire_smith on TikTokLaura Henshaw @laura.henshaw on Instagram & @laura.henshaw on TiktokKic @kic.app on Instagram & @kic on TikTok and kicapp.com or download the app from the App Store and Google Play Store
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If you’ve ever questioned if you’re on the right path and wished you could ask someone who’s no longer alive what they think, a psychic medium could help connect you. Jessica Lynne is a psychic medium who’s dedicated herself to connecting the living with their departed loved ones. Steph & Laura both received a reading from Jess, and in this episode, they unpack it together.

Find out: how Jess actually connects with departed loved ones, what you should do with the information you get from a medium, can you still get a reading even if you’ve never lost someone, and how skeptical is too skeptical?

Then Steph & Laura share parts of their own readings with Jess and how the readings align to things they’re both working through right now.

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Jessica Lynne Mediumship @jessicalynnemediumship on InstagramCheck our Jessica's website https://www.jessicalynnemediumship.com/ KICPOD @kicpod on InstagramJoin our closed KICPOD Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/630561419185145/Steph Claire Smith @stephclairesmith on Instagram & @steph_claire_smith on TikTokLaura Henshaw @laura.henshaw on Instagram & @laura.henshaw on TiktokKic @kic.app on Instagram & @kic on TikTok and kicapp.com or download the app from the App Store and Google Play Store
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People are commenting on Laura's TikTok telling her she should divorce her husband Dalton. And you know what? Laura couldn't care less.

Plus! Steph had a moment when she realised something she was doing to “save time” actually ended up worse off than if she’d put in effort to begin with. So we asked you…what do you to “save” time that ends up taking you longer? If you hate putting away your washing or taking out the recycling, we see you.

And hi Alice! You guys love seeing Alice on the Kic Instagram and TikTok so we brought her into the studio to say hello.

SPECIAL SHARES


Steph: Road House on Amazon Prime
Laura: Search History by Amy Taylor

Kic UPDATE

Ready to try Pilates but don’t know the difference between teasers and toe taps? Or ready to feel strong but don’t know the difference between a split or sumo squat Introducing: The Beginner Series. Support, guidance and celebration, from the very beginning. Everyone celebrates the finish line, But who’s cheering you on from the beginning? ‘Begin With Pilates’ has everything you need to enter your Pilates era and by the end of our 14-step ‘Begin With Strength’ series, you’ll have the basic movements covered and feel ready to workout with confidence. 

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KICPOD @kicpod on InstagramJoin our closed KICPOD Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/630561419185145/Steph Claire Smith @stephclairesmith on Instagram & @steph_claire_smith on TikTokLaura Henshaw @laura.henshaw on Instagram & @laura.henshaw on TiktokKic @kic.app on Instagram & @kic on TikTok and kicapp.com or download the app from the App Store and Google Play Store
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