Move Over Mama

Emily Jade O'Keeffe
  • 2.8 (18)
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Welcome to "Move Over Mama" a podspace for teens to tune in and listen to someone just like them. Join Mother Daughter Duo: Australian Radio Announcer Emily Jade O’Keeffe and her teen daughter Millie Valentine as Mama Emily Jade 'Moves Over' and hands the microphone to her Mini-Me. Each week Emily Jade introduces someone inspiring to Millie to chat too about their teen years. From celebrities to sports stars to entrepreneurs, Millie and Emily dive deep into the tricky teen years, from bullying to big dreams, they uncover the truth of teen life for many.   Follow The Podcast and the girls on Socials and their Website www.moveovermama.com Instagram @moveovermama_ @emilyjadeokeeffe @millie_valentine Tiktok @move_over_mama @emily_jade_okeeffe Facebook Emily Jade O'Keeffe Move Over Mama Youtube @moveovermama @emilyjadeokeeffe

  1. 2d ago ·  Video

    From Cancer to Cream Buns: The Story of Happy Allan

    In this episode of Move Over Mama, we sit down with Gold Coast creator Happy Allan to uncover the real story behind one of Australia's most unexpected social media success stories. Known for shoving cream buns into his face and making millions of people laugh, Happy Allan has turned a completely random talent into a career — but there's a lot more to his story than viral food videos. From growing up as the "naughty" ADHD kid at school and being raised by a single mum, to discovering his ADHD as an adult, surviving testicular cancer, and eventually turning a three-minute cream bun video into one million views in just 10 hours, Happy opens up about the experiences that shaped who he is today. We dive into: • Growing up as the class clown and ADHD kid • Being raised by a single mum • Realising later in life how hard his mum worked for him • Discovering ADHD and understanding himself differently • The struggles of being an undiagnosed ADHD teenager • Being diagnosed with testicular cancer • The moment doctors told him he had an aggressive form of cancer • How a random cream bun challenge went viral • Getting 1 million views in just 10 hours • Turning social media into a full-time career • The reality behind being a content creator • Learning to embrace who you are • Advice for teenagers about stress, mental health and the future Happy also opens up about the importance of living in the moment rather than constantly worrying about what comes next — something he wishes he could have told his teenage self. This episode is hilarious, honest, emotional and a powerful reminder that sometimes the things that make you feel different can become the very things that make you successful. If you've ever felt like the "naughty kid", struggled to understand yourself, worried too much about the future, or wondered whether being completely yourself could actually become your greatest strength… this one's for you. 💗 Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share with someone who needs to hear this. Follow the podcast: Instagram: @moveovermama_ @emilyjadeokeeffe @millie_valentine Website: www.moveovermama.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    From Cancer to Cream Buns: The Story of Happy Allan

  2. Aug 4 ·  Video

    He's Only 16… But He's Already Chasing His Dreams | Ethan Dahl

    In this episode of Move Over Mama, we sit down with singer, songwriter and performer Ethan Dahl, who is proving that age is no barrier when it comes to chasing your dreams. From starring in Billy Elliot and Priscilla Queen of the Desert to opening for Pete Murray and releasing his own original music, Ethan shares the highs, challenges and sacrifices that come with following your passion while still being a teenager. Together, we explore the realities of balancing school, friendships and performing, as well as the hard work, determination and resilience needed to succeed in the music industry. We dive into: • Ethan's journey from musical theatre to recording artist • Life as a teenage performer • Writing and recording his latest single, Wrong Girl • Opening for Pete Murray • Overcoming nerves and self-doubt • Learning to perform on stage • Balancing school, music and friendships • Advice for young people chasing their dreams • The realities of life behind the scenes in the music industry This episode is honest, funny, inspiring and full of valuable advice for anyone who has ever dreamed of turning their passion into a career. If you've ever wondered what it takes to chase your dreams, overcome setbacks and keep moving forward when nobody else understands your vision, this one's for you. 💗 Don't forget to like, subscribe and share with someone who needs to hear this. 🎙️ Follow our guest Instagram: @ethandahlmusic 🎙️ Follow the podcast Instagram: @moveovermama_ @emilyjadeokeeffe @millie_valentine Website: www.moveovermama.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    He's Only 16… But He's Already Chasing His Dreams | Ethan Dahl

  3. Jul 21 ·  Video

    Your Mum Doesn't Hate You… She's Going Through This | Shelly Horton

    In this episode of Move Over Mama, we sit down with journalist, television personality and bestselling author Shelly Horton to unpack one of the most misunderstood stages in a woman's life: perimenopause. From brain fog and hot flushes to mood swings, relationships and motherhood, Shelly shares what perimenopause really feels like—and why it's a conversation every family needs to have. Together, we explore how hormones can impact every part of life, why so many women feel unseen during this stage, and what daughters, sons and partners can do to better understand and support the women they love. We dive into: • What perimenopause actually is • Why so many women feel misunderstood • The emotional and physical symptoms of hormonal change • The myth that women can "have it all" • Mother and daughter relationships during perimenopause • Why Shelly calls it "reverse puberty" • How partners and families can offer better support • Advice every teenager should hear about perimenopause This episode is honest, funny, emotional and full of practical advice that will leave you with a completely different understanding of perimenopause—and the women experiencing it. If you've ever wondered why your mum seems different, wanted to better support your partner, or simply want to understand one of the biggest life transitions women experience… this one's for you. 💗 Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share with someone who needs to hear this. Follow our guest: Instagram: @shellyhorton1 Follow the podcast: Instagram: @moveovermama_ @emilyjadeokeeffe @millie_valentine Website: www.moveovermama.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Your Mum Doesn't Hate You… She's Going Through This | Shelly Horton

  4. Jul 7 ·  Video

    The Love Island Story You Didn't See | Isabel & Connor

    In this episode of Move Over Mama, we sit down with Love Island Australia's Isabel and Connor — the couple who made reality TV history when Connor chose to leave the villa after Isabel was dumped. What looked like a fairytale romance on screen was only part of the story. Behind the cameras, they faced heartbreak, public scrutiny, online criticism, and the challenge of building a real relationship after one of Australia's biggest reality TV shows. Together they open up about what really happens behind the scenes of Love Island, the pressures of reality television, navigating online judgment, and why staying true to yourself matters more than public opinion. We dive into: • The moment Connor decided to leave Love Island • What really happens behind the scenes of reality TV • How editing can change a story • The emotional impact of online criticism • Protecting your mental health after reality TV • Building a relationship outside the villa • Trust, communication, and putting each other first • Advice for teens navigating relationships and heartbreak This episode is funny, honest, emotional, and full of valuable lessons about love, resilience, and staying true to yourself when the world has an opinion. If you've ever felt misunderstood, struggled with online criticism, or wondered what reality TV is really like… this one's for you. 💗 Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share with someone who needs to hear this. Follow the podcast: Instagram: @moveovermama_ @emilyjadeokeeffe @millie_valentine Website: www.moveovermama.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Love Island Story You Didn't See | Isabel & Connor

  5. Jun 23 ·  Video

    From High School Outsider to Dancing With Justin Bieber | Kid David

    In this episode of Move Over Mama, we sit down with Kid David — world-renowned breakdancer, Emmy Award winner, actor, choreographer, and performer — to uncover the incredible story behind his rise from a dance-obsessed teenager to one of the most respected names in the entertainment industry. Before dancing with artists like Justin Bieber, Taylor Swift, Chris Brown, Miley Cyrus, and Gwen Stefani, David was just a kid from California who became completely obsessed with breakdancing. What started as a childhood passion quickly turned into something much bigger. By the age of 15, videos of David were spreading across the internet, people around the world were inviting him to compete internationally, and his life was changing faster than he could have imagined. But while he was travelling the world, he was also dealing with insecurities, feeling different from his peers, and being misunderstood by many of the people around him. We dive into: • Growing up in California and discovering breakdancing • Becoming obsessed with mastering a skill • Going viral in the early days of YouTube • Travelling the world as a teenager • Being bullied and misunderstood at school • Moving to Los Angeles at 17 • Dancing with some of the world's biggest artists • Building confidence through passion and purpose • Why finding your thing can change your life This episode is funny, inspiring, and packed with valuable lessons about confidence, hard work, and following a passion even when nobody else understands it. If you've ever felt different, doubted yourself, or dreamed of doing something extraordinary… this one's for you. 💗 Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share with someone who needs to hear this. Follow the podcast: Instagram: @moveovermama_ @emilyjadeokeeffe @millie_valentine Website: www.moveovermama.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    From High School Outsider to Dancing With Justin Bieber | Kid David

  6. Jun 9 ·  Video

    Doctors Said She May Never Perform Again… She Proved Them Wrong | Morgan Joanel

    In this episode of Move Over Mama, we sit down with Morgan Joanel — singer-songwriter, fashion designer, jewellery creator, and one of Australia's original looping artists — to uncover the incredible story behind her creative career and remarkable resilience. Discovered by Sony through MySpace, Morgan went on to tour the world, support artists like Jason Derulo and Adam Lambert, and build a career entirely on her own terms. But in 2021, everything changed. After being involved in a devastating hit-and-run accident that left her with 13 broken bones, a brain bleed, and months in a wheelchair, doctors warned her she may never perform the way she once did. Morgan refused to accept that. She opens up about rebuilding her life, overcoming unimaginable setbacks, staying true to herself in the music industry, and why mindset became her greatest tool during recovery. We dive into: • Being discovered by Sony through MySpace • Building a music career independently • Touring with Jason Derulo and Adam Lambert • Standing her ground with major record labels • The reality of the music industry • Surviving a life-changing hit-and-run accident • Recovering from a brain injury and multiple fractures • Finding purpose through adversity • Resilience, mindset, and never giving up This episode is funny, emotional, inspiring, and a powerful reminder that even when life knocks you down, you can choose how you rise. If you've ever faced a setback, struggled through difficult times, or needed proof that resilience can change everything… this one's for you. 💗 Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share with someone who needs to hear this. Follow the podcast: Instagram: @moveovermama_ @emilyjadeokeeffe @millie_valentine Website: www.moveovermama.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Doctors Said She May Never Perform Again… She Proved Them Wrong | Morgan Joanel

  7. May 25 ·  Video

    He Failed The Voice… Then Won An ARIA | Budjerah

    In this episode of Move Over Mama, we sit down with Budjerah — ARIA Award-winning Indigenous singer-songwriter — to uncover the real story behind his rise from a shy kid singing in church to one of Australia’s most exciting young artists. 🎤✨ Before the awards, the tours, and sharing stages with artists like Ed Sheeran, Budjerah was just a teenager trying to find confidence, figure himself out, and chase a dream that didn’t always come easy. He opens up about growing up in a musical family, struggling with shyness, getting rejected on The Voice, and how that rejection became the fuel that pushed him even harder toward his goals. We dive into: Growing up in church surrounded by music Being a shy teenager finding confidence through performance Writing his first song for a school assignment Getting rejected on The Voice Being signed to Warner Music at just 17 The importance of mentors like Matt Corby Hard work, resilience, and staying motivated This episode is funny, inspiring, honest, and a powerful reminder that rejection doesn’t mean the end — sometimes it’s the thing that pushes you toward where you’re meant to be. If you’ve ever doubted yourself, faced rejection, or felt scared to chase something bigger… this one’s for you. 💗 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share with someone who needs to hear this. 🎙️ Follow the podcast: Instagram: @moveovermama_ @emilyjadeokeeffe @millie_valentine Website: www.moveovermama.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    He Failed The Voice… Then Won An ARIA | Budjerah

  8. May 12 ·  Video

    She Was Bullied For Her Skin… Now Millions Follow Her | Karina Irby

    In this episode of Move Over Mama, we sit down with Karina Irby - founder of Moana Bikini - to uncover the real story behind building one of Australia’s most recognizable swimwear brands. But behind the confidence and success was a young girl struggling with severe eczema, bullying, and feeling completely different from everyone around her. Karina opens up about growing up with a skin condition, dealing with trolls online, building confidence through vulnerability, and how she turned her biggest insecurity into the thing that helped millions of people feel less alone.  We dive into: Growing up with severe eczema Being bullied at school Building Moana Bikini from scratch Responding to online trolls Confidence, resilience, and body positivity Turning pain into purpose This episode is funny, emotional, inspiring, and a powerful reminder that the things we struggle with most can become our greatest strength. If you’ve ever struggled with confidence, feeling different, or learning to accept yourself… this one’s for you.  Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share with someone who needs to hear this.  Follow the podcast: Instagram: @moveovermama_ @emilyjadeokeeffe @millie_valentine Website: www.moveovermama.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    She Was Bullied For Her Skin… Now Millions Follow Her | Karina Irby
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Welcome to "Move Over Mama" a podspace for teens to tune in and listen to someone just like them. Join Mother Daughter Duo: Australian Radio Announcer Emily Jade O’Keeffe and her teen daughter Millie Valentine as Mama Emily Jade 'Moves Over' and hands the microphone to her Mini-Me. Each week Emily Jade introduces someone inspiring to Millie to chat too about their teen years. From celebrities to sports stars to entrepreneurs, Millie and Emily dive deep into the tricky teen years, from bullying to big dreams, they uncover the truth of teen life for many.   Follow The Podcast and the girls on Socials and their Website www.moveovermama.com Instagram @moveovermama_ @emilyjadeokeeffe @millie_valentine Tiktok @move_over_mama @emily_jade_okeeffe Facebook Emily Jade O'Keeffe Move Over Mama Youtube @moveovermama @emilyjadeokeeffe

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  • Creator
    Emily Jade O'Keeffe
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    75
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Emily Jade O'Keeffe
  • Show Website
    Move Over Mama