SHIT HAPPY with Toni Powell

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Shit Happy™️ – a feel-good podcast AND a new word: a noun meaning ‘stirring shitshows into something good’. Hosted by Toni Powell (ABC’s Australian Story, 15M+ Goalcast views), Shit Happy™️ is where resilience meets real talk. Each week, Toni’s guests share deeply human, uplifting — and often hilarious — stories of how they’ve navigated life’s messiest moments. They offer hard-won wisdom on mental health, mindset, burnout, relationships, anxiety, and bouncing back when life blindsides you. Toni is a recovering misery addict turned happiness hacker whose storytelling and science-backed tools have helped millions shift their mindset and find joy, even in disaster. You’ll get three episodes a week, including IN BED WITH PHIL — a cozy, unscripted episode from bed (yes, really), full of dad jokes, cheeky banter, and sometimes unexpected brilliance. If you want a wellbeing podcast that’s down-to-earth, soul-stirring and full of real-life resilience, this is it. Think: TED talk meets Ted Lasso… with a dash of The Princess Bride. There’s science. There’s laughter. There’s stories that actually help. There’s heart. SHIT HAPPY™ — all the good feels.

  1. Let Me Tell You About A Miracle ep 85

    20H AGO

    Let Me Tell You About A Miracle ep 85

    This is the fan mail link! #ShitHappyPodcast, #InspiringPodcast, #PodcastInterview Shownotes: This Miracles edition of But Wait, There’s More gathers powerful real-life stories of meaning, hope, grief and connection from past guests. From near-death reassurance and spiritual presence to long-lost family reunions, unexpected provision, and profound end-of-life experiences, these conversations explore how moments we can’t explain reshape identity, purpose, wellbeing and mental health. Listeners seeking comfort, reflection, courage or curiosity about the unseen threads of life will find resonance and relief in these shared human stories. Topics Near-death insight, spiritual presence, grief and loss, serendipity, family reconnection, intuitive experiences, purpose, hope, unseen support Transcript and Bio:  https://shithappy.com/let-me-tell-you-…-a-miracle-ep-85/   Episode Specific Links -  find on www.shithappy.com  # 84 Meralda Bateman " I'm gay?" The Plot Twist I Didn't See Coming  # 78 Bart Walsh - “When the Universe Drops a Tree on You” (  # 81  Frank Frikker - The Magic of Music and Laughter  # 54 Monica Rosenfeld - Stories That Stir)  # 80 Paul Fairweather - Finding Your Creative Side  #Wellbeing, #Mindfulness, #Motivation Support the show LINKS TO LOVE: Toni's Newsletter: https://shithappy.com/time-to-smile-newsletter-sign-up/ Ask Us Anything: https://shithappy.com/ask-me-anything/ Support The Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2510564/support What A Feeling Book - https://amzn.to/459EHEd The Yellow Car Book - https://amzn.to/3IVPiKc LET’S CONNECT Podcast: https://shithappy.com Speaking: https://www.tonipowell.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonipowell/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shithappypodcast/podcasts CREDITS: Exec Producer: Sam Blacklock Podcast Music::  In Your Head Now Courtesy of Frank Frikker https://wolfstales.au/  #Wellbeing, #Mindfulness, #Motivation

    19 min

  2. 2D AGO

    "I'm Gay?" The Plot Twist I Didn't See Coming with Meralda Bateman ep 84

    This is the fan mail link! #ShitHappyPodcast, #InspiringPodcast, #PodcastInterview  Shownotes: "I'm Gay?" The Plot Twist I Didn't See Coming with Meralda Bateman ep 84 An unexpected, funny and deeply moving story about love, identity, wellbeing and family. Marelda Bateman shares how leaving a long marriage, navigating mental health challenges, and falling in love with a woman at 40 reshaped her life. This episode explores relationships, parenting, resilience, sexuality and what happens when following truth leads to a richer, more authentic life. Topics • Mental health during separation  • Coming out later in life  • Parenting through major change  • Same-sex relationships  • Identity and belief systems  • Blended families  • Wellbeing and resilience Episode Specific Links  • Transcript and guest bio:  https://shithappy.com/im-gay-the-plot-…da-bateman-ep-84/ Related Episodes •  # 52 In Bed with Phil – Peanuts Are Destroying Our Marriage  • # 63 Holiday Special on First Meetings  #Wellbeing, #Mindfulness, #motivation  Support the show LINKS TO LOVE: Toni's Newsletter: https://shithappy.com/time-to-smile-newsletter-sign-up/ Ask Us Anything: https://shithappy.com/ask-me-anything/ Support The Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2510564/support What A Feeling Book - https://amzn.to/459EHEd The Yellow Car Book - https://amzn.to/3IVPiKc LET’S CONNECT Podcast: https://shithappy.com Speaking: https://www.tonipowell.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonipowell/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shithappypodcast/podcasts CREDITS: Exec Producer: Sam Blacklock Podcast Music:: In Your Head Now Courtesy of Frank Frikker https://wolfstales.au/ #Wellbeing, #Mindfulness, #Motivation

    36 min
  3. A Very Spicy In Bed with Phil ep 83

    MAR 11

    A Very Spicy In Bed with Phil ep 83

    This is the fan mail link! #ShitHappyPodcast, #InspiringPodcast, #PodcastInterview  Shownotes In this In Bed with Phil episode of Sh!t Happy, Toni and Phil share an honest, lived-experience conversation about autism, ADHD and neurodivergence later in life. They explore sensory overload, misinterpretation of behaviour, late diagnosis, dopamine, anxiety and why difference is so often labelled as “difficult.” With humour and deep compassion, this episode reframes neurodivergence through a wellbeing and mental health lens, offering understanding, relief and practical insight for anyone who has ever felt overwhelmed, misunderstood or out of step with the world. Topics Autism and ADHD  Late diagnosis  Sensory sensitivity  Neurodivergence and mental health  Misunderstood behaviour  Compassion and difference Transcript & Bio: https://shithappy.com/a-very-spicy-in-…-with-phil-ep-83/ Related Episodes  any In Bed with Phil episodes#82 Patricia  | EMBRACING the adventure of AUTISM IN FIJIHeads Up Discussion of autism, ADHD, anxiety and mental health. #Wellbeing, #Mindfulness, #Motivation Support the show LINKS TO LOVE: Toni's Newsletter: https://shithappy.com/time-to-smile-newsletter-sign-up/ Ask Us Anything: https://shithappy.com/ask-me-anything/ Support The Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2510564/support What A Feeling Book - https://amzn.to/459EHEd The Yellow Car Book - https://amzn.to/3IVPiKc LET’S CONNECT Podcast: https://shithappy.com Speaking: https://www.tonipowell.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonipowell/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shithappypodcast/podcasts CREDITS: Exec Producer: Sam Blacklock Podcast Music:: In Your Head Now Courtesy of Frank Frikker https://wolfstales.au/ #Wellbeing, #Mindfulness, #Motivation

    22 min

  4. MAR 9

    Embracing Autism in Fiji With Patricia Naisara ep 82

    This is the fan mail link! #ShitHappyPodcast, #InspiringPodcast, #PodcastInterview  SHOWNOTES When a child is diagnosed with profound autism, life changes instantly. In this powerful episode of Sh!t Happy, Fijian lawyer and HR leader Patricia Naisara shares her family’s lived experience of raising a neurodivergent child in a system with almost no support. This is an honest conversation about parenting, mental health, wellbeing, marriage under pressure, advocacy, and learning to live with uncertainty while still choosing joy, humour and compassion. A deeply human episode for parents, carers, leaders and anyone navigating autism or unexpected life challenges. Topics • Autism and neurodiversity  • Parenting and mental health  • Marriage and teamwork under stress  • Advocacy and awareness  • Patience, compassion and wellbeing Episode Specific Links  • Pacific Autism Centre (Fiji): https://www.mwcsp.gov.fj/2024/10/30/ministry-of-women-children-social-protection-supports-pacific-autism-centre/  • Transcript and guest bio:  https://shithappy.com/embracing-autism…ia-naisara-ep-82/ Related Episodes #83 Turns Out We Are Quite Spicy - In Bed With Phil Support the show LINKS TO LOVE: Toni's Newsletter: https://shithappy.com/time-to-smile-newsletter-sign-up/ Ask Us Anything: https://shithappy.com/ask-me-anything/ Support The Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2510564/support What A Feeling Book - https://amzn.to/459EHEd The Yellow Car Book - https://amzn.to/3IVPiKc LET’S CONNECT Podcast: https://shithappy.com Speaking: https://www.tonipowell.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonipowell/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shithappypodcast/podcasts CREDITS: Exec Producer: Sam Blacklock Podcast Music::  In Your Head Now Courtesy of Frank Frikker https://wolfstales.au/  #Wellbeing, #Mindfulness, #Motivation

    27 min
  5. The Magic Of Music & Laughter with Frank Frikker ep 81

    MAR 4

    The Magic Of Music & Laughter with Frank Frikker ep 81

    This is the fan mail link! #ShitHappyPodcast, #InspiringPodcast, #PodcastInterview Shownotes Music and laughter can be powerful tools for wellbeing, creativity and mental health. In this episode of Sh!t Happy, Toni Powell chats with composer and songwriter Frank Frikker about creativity later in life, finding joy through music, and using humour as a way through difficult times. From catchy tunes that get stuck in your head to satirical songs about leaf blowers and the absurdity of modern life, Frank shares how music, laughter and storytelling can lift mood, ease stress, and help us make sense of the chaos around us. Topics Creativity and wellbeing  Music and mental health  Humour as coping  Finding joy later in life  Satire and storytelling  Art as healing Episode Specific Links Frank Frikker music and recordings  Song: In Your Head:https://music.apple.com/us/album/pretzel-poem-project/1776770854 Song and video: Leafblower: hhttps://music.apple.com/us/song/leaf-blower-anthem/1458175851 Album: Yarmouk: https://music.apple.com/us/album/yarmouk/1458175848 Transcript and guest bio:  https://shithappy.com/the-magic-of-mus…nk-frikker-ep-81/ Related Episode: Find them on www.shithappy.com # 38  Tammy Van Wisse – She Took On Impossible and Won # 80   Paul Fairweather - How To Grow Your Creative Side #Wellbeing, #Mindfulness, #Motivation Support the show LINKS TO LOVE: Toni's Newsletter: https://shithappy.com/time-to-smile-newsletter-sign-up/ Ask Us Anything: https://shithappy.com/ask-me-anything/ Support The Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2510564/support What A Feeling Book - https://amzn.to/459EHEd The Yellow Car Book - https://amzn.to/3IVPiKc LET’S CONNECT Podcast: https://shithappy.com Speaking: https://www.tonipowell.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonipowell/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shithappypodcast/podcasts CREDITS: Exec Producer: Sam Blacklock Podcast Music::  In Your Head Now Courtesy of Frank Frikker https://wolfstales.au/  #Wellbeing, #Mindfulness, #Motivation

    28 min

  6. MAR 2

    How To Grow Your Creative Side with Paul Fairweather ep 80

    This is the fan mail link! #ShitHappyPodcast, #InspiringPodcast, #PodcastInterview  SHOWNOTES: How To Grow Your Creative Side with Paul Fairweather ep 80 Creativity isn’t about being artistic. It’s about problem-solving, confidence, wellbeing and learning how to live better in a messy world. In this episode of Sh!t Happy, Toni Powell talks with artist, architect and keynote speaker Paul Fairweather about why creativity is essential for mental health, stress reduction and leadership. Paul explains how simple creative acts like doodling, knitting or walking can rewire the brain, calm anxiety and unlock new perspectives, even for people who believe they are “not creative”. Topics Creativity and mental healthStress reduction and brain wiringWhy most people think they’re not creativeDoodling, flow states and neuroscienceCreativity in leadership and problem-solvingEpisode Specific Links Paul Fairweather website: https://www.paulfairweather.com/Bold, Brave & a Bit Quirky by Paul Fairweather: https://www.paulfairweather.com/bookAdobe Creative Types test: https://mycreativetype.com/Transcript and guest bio: https://shithappy.com/how-to-grow-your…airweather-ep-80/Find Related Episodes at www.shithappy.com # 83 In Bed - A Very Spicy# 18 Curing My Crisis Creatively with Toni PowellSupport the show LINKS TO LOVE: Toni's Newsletter: https://shithappy.com/time-to-smile-newsletter-sign-up/ Ask Us Anything: https://shithappy.com/ask-me-anything/ Support The Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2510564/support What A Feeling Book - https://amzn.to/459EHEd The Yellow Car Book - https://amzn.to/3IVPiKc LET’S CONNECT Podcast: https://shithappy.com Speaking: https://www.tonipowell.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonipowell/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shithappypodcast/podcasts CREDITS: Exec Producer: Sam Blacklock Podcast Music::  In Your Head Now Courtesy of Frank Frikker https://wolfstales.au/  #Wellbeing, #Mindfulness, #Motivation

    28 min
  7. In Bed With Phil - Strike A Bad Patch Race ep 79

    FEB 25

    In Bed With Phil - Strike A Bad Patch Race ep 79

    This is the fan mail link! #ShitHappyPodcast, #InspiringPodcast, #PodcastInterview  SHOWNOTES: In Bed With Phil - Strike A Bad Patch Race ep 79 In this In Bed with Phil episode of Sh!t Happy, Toni and Phil share a darkly funny story from their past, reframing a brutal 16-day run of breakdowns, grief, financial stress and family chaos as a fictional endurance event called The Bad Patch Race. Through humour and perspective, they explore wellbeing, mental health, relationships under pressure, and how laughter can help people cope when life feels relentless. Topics Wellbeing and mental healthReframing stress and bad luckHumour as a coping strategyRelationships during hard timesFinancial pressure and griefEpisode Specific Links Transcript:  https://shithappy.com/in-bed-with-phil…patch-race-ep-79/Related EpisodeS # 4 In Bed with Phil: Fear, Moths & Mattresses#Wellbeing, #Mindfulness, #motivation  Support the show LINKS TO LOVE: Toni's Newsletter: https://shithappy.com/time-to-smile-newsletter-sign-up/ Ask Us Anything: https://shithappy.com/ask-me-anything/ Support The Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2510564/support What A Feeling Book - https://amzn.to/459EHEd The Yellow Car Book - https://amzn.to/3IVPiKc LET’S CONNECT Podcast: https://shithappy.com Speaking: https://www.tonipowell.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonipowell/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shithappypodcast/podcasts CREDITS: Exec Producer: Sam Blacklock Podcast Music::  In Your Head Now Courtesy of Frank Frikker https://wolfstales.au/  #Wellbeing, #Mindfulness, #Motivation

    10 min

  8. FEB 23

    When The Universe Drops A Tree On You with Bart Walsh ep 78

    This is the fan mail link! #ShitHappyPodcast, #InspiringPodcast, #PodcastInterview  SHOWNOTES At 23, Bart Walsh was diagnosed with an aggressive cancer that took his jaw, changed his voice, and rerouted his entire life. In this deeply honest Sh!t Happy conversation, Bart shares how illness, addiction, fitness, and storytelling shaped his wellbeing, mental health, and resilience. Now facing a progressive neurological condition, he reflects on ownership, identity, anxiety, and what it really takes to keep moving forward when life keeps shifting the goalposts. Topics  Cancer diagnosis at a young age  Identity and body image  Fitness as a tool for wellbeing  Addiction and recovery  Resilience and ownership  Neurological illness and anxiety  Storytelling as healing Episode Specific Links   Bart's website: https://bartwalsh.com.au/   Transcript and guest bio: https://shithappy.com/when-the-univers…bart-walsh-ep-78/ Find Related Episodes on www.shithappy.com # 20 Deke Ludwig Blindsided by Benzos # 38 Battling The Mind Sharks with Tammy Van Wisse Support the show LINKS TO LOVE: Toni's Newsletter: https://shithappy.com/time-to-smile-newsletter-sign-up/ Ask Us Anything: https://shithappy.com/ask-me-anything/ Support The Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2510564/support What A Feeling Book - https://amzn.to/459EHEd The Yellow Car Book - https://amzn.to/3IVPiKc LET’S CONNECT Podcast: https://shithappy.com Speaking: https://www.tonipowell.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonipowell/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shithappypodcast/podcasts CREDITS: Exec Producer: Sam Blacklock Podcast Music::  In Your Head Now Courtesy of Frank Frikker https://wolfstales.au/  #Wellbeing, #Mindfulness, #Motivation

    41 min
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Shit Happy™️ – a feel-good podcast AND a new word: a noun meaning ‘stirring shitshows into something good’. Hosted by Toni Powell (ABC’s Australian Story, 15M+ Goalcast views), Shit Happy™️ is where resilience meets real talk. Each week, Toni’s guests share deeply human, uplifting — and often hilarious — stories of how they’ve navigated life’s messiest moments. They offer hard-won wisdom on mental health, mindset, burnout, relationships, anxiety, and bouncing back when life blindsides you. Toni is a recovering misery addict turned happiness hacker whose storytelling and science-backed tools have helped millions shift their mindset and find joy, even in disaster. You’ll get three episodes a week, including IN BED WITH PHIL — a cozy, unscripted episode from bed (yes, really), full of dad jokes, cheeky banter, and sometimes unexpected brilliance. If you want a wellbeing podcast that’s down-to-earth, soul-stirring and full of real-life resilience, this is it. Think: TED talk meets Ted Lasso… with a dash of The Princess Bride. There’s science. There’s laughter. There’s stories that actually help. There’s heart. SHIT HAPPY™ — all the good feels.

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  • Creator
    Toni Powell
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    85
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 SHIT HAPPY with Toni Powell
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