Unfiltered and Unbound

Kate B
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Most content about women over 50 is selling anti-ageing cream or telling you to embrace your wisdom. Unfiltered & Unbound is neither. Hosted by Kate Baxter, a Perth, Western Australia based project manager, running coach and recovering people-pleaser, this is the podcast for women who are done shrinking themselves and ready for the conversations that actually matter. Grey divorce. Money and financial independence. Dating after 50. Identity after the labels stop fitting. Perimenopause. Career pivots. Visibility. The friendships that survive and the ones that don't. Real conversations with experts and honest field reports from the inside of midlife. Unfiltered, unpolished, and completely unbound. Season 2 now streaming.

  1. 15h ago

    S2:E11 One Day at a Time: Brendan’s Story of Addiction, Recovery and Rebuilding.

    Content note This episode discusses substance dependence, intravenous drug use, homelessness, abusive relationships, trauma and a drug-related medical crisis. Please listen with care. I struggled to find the right place for this episode in the Unfiltered & Unbound release schedule. Brendan’s experience is different from many of the stories we usually share, but the heart of this conversation crosses gender, age and the boundaries we sometimes place around whose stories belong where. It is a story about shame, identity, asking for help and rebuilding a life when change feels impossible. It also reminds us that we rarely know what someone has survived before they arrive in the version of their life we see today. One Day at a Time: Brendan’s Story of Addiction, Recovery and Rebuilding When people meet Brendan today, they see a respected professional, a homeowner and someone who appears confident, capable and successful. What they would not know is that there was once a time when they might have walked past him living on the street without recognising the person he would become. In this deeply honest conversation, Brendan shares his experience of addiction, homelessness, shame and the moment he realised that continuing on the same path could cost him his life. He talks about the experiences that shaped his early years, the gradual loss of control and why asking for help felt almost harder than continuing to struggle. Brendan also takes us inside the early stages of recovery: entering a therapeutic community, walking away from almost everyone he knew, rebuilding family relationships and learning to live with structure and boundaries. This is not only a conversation about addiction. It is about identity, resilience and the repeated decisions involved in building a different life. Brendan’s story reminds us that we rarely know what someone has lived through, shame thrives in silence and people are not defined by their hardest chapter. In this episode: What people misunderstand about addictionThe connection between addiction, shame and self-hatredWhy Brendan struggled to ask for helpThe experience that became his turning pointLife inside a therapeutic communityWhy structure and accountability matteredWalking away from people and environments that threatened his recoveryRebuilding trust with his family and himselfManaging the fear of slipping backwardsHow Brendan’s definition of success changedTaking recovery one day, hour or second at a timeBrendan’s message for anyone who believes it is too late to changeSupport You do not need to manage addiction or concern about someone you love alone. WA Alcohol and Drug Support Line Perth: (08) 9442 5000Regional WA: 1800 198 024Available 24 hours a dayFor immediate crisis support, contact Lifeline: Call 13 11 14Text 0477 13 11 14In an emergency, call 000. A final note from Kate Change is not always dramatic. Sometimes it is quiet, consistent and deeply courageous. It can be a daily decision to keep going, rebuild trust, create structure, walk away from what no longer serves you and believe that another life is possible. Please share this episode with someone who may need to hear Brendan’s story. Unfiltered & Unbound Honest conversations for women navigating midlife on their own terms. Rewrite the rules. Then live them.

  2. Jul 14 ·  Bonus

    S2:E10 What If You Still Don’t Know What You Want to Be When You Grow Up?

    In this coffee break episode, Kate discusses the concept of midlife reinvention, emphasizing the idea of trying something new and making subtle changes in life. She challenges the notion that reinvention only counts if it's big and dramatic, highlighting the value of small experiments and quiet curiosity. Takeaways Midlife reinvention doesn't have to be dramatic; small experiments and quiet curiosity can lead to meaningful change.Reinvention is about making one part of your current life feel more like your own, and it doesn't require a complete plan or a dramatic announcement. Chapters 00:00 The Perspective of Midlife Reinvention03:04 The Reckoning: Standing at the Crossroads of Life04:02 Reinvention as an Experiment05:10 Questioning Identities and Embracing Change

  3. Jul 7

    S2:E9 The Surprising Truth About Redundancy: It's Not Who You Are

    Episode OverviewIn this episode, Jaclyn O'Donnell, founder of Strive Career Consulting, shares insights on managing redundancy, rethinking career resilience, and practical strategies for job seekers in today’s shifting job market. Whether you’ve recently been laid off or want to future-proof your career, Jaclyn offers compassionate advice grounded in her 25 years of HR, coaching, and talent acquisition experience. Timestamps00:00 – Welcome and episode overview on handling redundancy00:31 – Jaclyn discusses the shame often associated with redundancy and the importance of reframing it as a restructure01:29 – How to connect with Jaclyn and the support services available02:24 – The evolving job market: restructures, redeployments, and increasing use of AI03:49 – The significance of maintaining your online presence and professional networks04:47 – Impact of market changes on redundancy patterns and employee feelings of safety07:15 – Initial emotional responses to redundancy and identity shifts09:04 – The three types of clients: shocked, practical, and strategic mindsets11:10 – Actionable advice for practical steps immediately after redundancy12:37 – The importance of clarity, purpose, and aligning your career goals13:38 – Building confidence through résumé refinement, LinkedIn optimisation, and networking15:50 – The concept of ownership and long-term career resilience16:35 – The value of soft skills and experience at midlife18:34 – Avoiding wasted energy like printing résumés and waiting to perfect profiles19:24 – Navigating AI screening tools and keywords optimisation21:48 – Tips for those in niche roles or industries with limited opportunities22:06 – Embracing reskilling and identifying transferable skills25:37 – Addressing ageism and highlighting the value of experience27:31 – The importance of reaching out to your network to create opportunities28:15 – The need to stay adaptable and proactive in job searching30:01 – One immediate action you can take this week after redundancy32:07 – The resilience and empowerment that come from overcoming redundancyFinal Key Message: You are more than your job title, and redundancy does not define you. Resources & LinksConnect with Jaclyn via Email: Jaclyn@strivecareer.com.au This episode touches on job loss, identity, and the emotional weight that comes with both. If any of it brought something up for you, Beyond Blue is there to help — call 1300 22 4636 or visit beyondblue.org.au. Free, confidential, available 24/7.

  4. Jun 30 ·  Bonus

    S2:E8 The Friendships That Don’t Just Happen Anymore

    The conversation explores the power of accountability, the reality of loneliness, the impact of life changes on friendship, the importance of friendship, and building meaningful connections. It emphasizes the need for genuine connections and the impact of loneliness on individuals. Takeaways Loneliness can affect anyone, regardless of their social activities.Building and maintaining meaningful friendships is essential for overall well-being. Chapters 00:00 The Power of Accountability06:41 Building Meaningful Connections

  5. Jun 23

    S2:E7 Have the Brave Money Conversation

    Money Conversations We Need to Have in Our 50s and Beyond — with Jo Hurley Jo Hurley is back — and if you loved her triathlon episode (still our most-streamed across both seasons), you're going to want to sit with this one too. This time we're not talking sport. We're talking money. Super, wealth, divorce, the conversations so many of us were quietly taught not to have. Jo is a Chartered Accountant and self-managed super fund specialist who's spent her whole career in this space, and she has a gift for making it feel less like a lecture and more like a chat with a clever friend who actually wants you to win. We get into why women still carry shame and silence around money, why the super gap opens up in our thirties and never quite closes, and the policy changes — payday super, super on paid parental leave — that are genuinely shifting things in our favour. But this isn't a doom-and-gloom episode. It's a practical one. We cover where to actually start if you've been avoiding it: logging in and looking at your super, tracking down any lost accounts, understanding your fees, contributions and insurance, and whether salary sacrificing might be worth a conversation. Jo also walks through the harder stuff — why you should never assume a partner will provide for your retirement, the realities of grey divorce, and why having your own financial advice matters. The thread running through all of it: have the brave conversation. With your super fund, with your partner, with yourself in the mirror. It's never too late to start, and you're allowed to ask the questions. A quick note — this is a general conversation, not personal financial advice. If you want guidance specific to your situation, please seek out a qualified Australian adviser. Grab a cuppa. This one's a goodie. — Questions? Got a topic you want covered? Send me an email: unfiltered@podcastsbykate.com Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/unfilteredunbound Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/unfilteredandunbound

  6. Jun 16

    S2: E6 Overcoming the Imposter Within

    The podcast episode discusses the phenomenon of imposter syndrome and provides practical strategies for overcoming it. It explores the origins of imposter syndrome, the impact of feelings on competence, the importance of evidence, and the shift from perfectionism to value. Takeaways Imposter syndrome is a common experience for ambitious and capable individuals.Strategies for overcoming imposter syndrome include separating feelings from facts, building a hype folder, and shifting from perfection to value. Chapters 00:00 Understanding Imposter Syndrome06:03 Shifting from Perfection to Value Sources Clance, P. R., & Imes, S. A. (1978). The Imposter Phenomenon in High Achieving Women.Young, Valerie (2011). The Secret Thoughts of Successful Women.Hibberd, Jessamy (2019). The Imposter Cure.Harvard Business Review: Articles on the Artifact Method and managing self‑doubt. Questions? Got a topic you want covered? Send me an email unfiltered@podcastsbykate.com https://buymeacoffee.com/unfilteredunbound https://www.facebook.com/unfilteredandunbound

  7. Jun 9

    S2:E5 Newly Single, Slightly Terrified, a Field Report

    https://buymeacoffee.com/unfilteredunbound Dating after 50 is equal parts exciting, ridiculous and mildly terrifying — and Barbara Smit is our woman in the field. She's not an expert. She's just actually out there: she's met the apps, survived the messages, dodged a scammer or two, and lived to file this report. In one of the most honest conversations of the season, we get into ghosting, the charming "blue-eyed, blonde Aussie" scammer nobody warns you about, the pub-based safety system Barbara swears by — and the quiet, unglamorous work of figuring out who you are after 20 years of marriage. No fairytales. No "just put yourself out there!" No toxic positivity. Just the field report. In this episode (01:23) The 2026 dating landscape — and why you supposedly can't just meet someone at the pub anymore(02:40) Four years single, 20 years married: "Okay, who am I actually?"(05:10) Losing yourself in a marriage — and getting some help to find your way back(09:24) The unexpected good: respectful younger men who genuinely give her hope(11:31) Ghosting, and the dark patch of 12 men in a row — "It's not me, it's them"(14:04) Cougar, gold digger, lonely — the labels women cop no matter who they date(16:10) The scammer who wasn't a Nigerian prince — $20, then $50, then $100, then $5,000(20:16) The shame women carry about being scammed — and why we need to talk about it(22:48) The "hello baby, hello darling" red flag(24:44) Barbara's safety system: public first dates, a signal to the bar staff, and an exit through the kitchen(28:11) Boundaries — set them before you go in, because most will push(31:00) For the woman who doesn't know where to start: fix yourself first, find your sisters in arms(35:08) The dating survival kit: a book on stoicism, a bestie, and a good local barman(36:43) The field report headline: terrifying, ridiculous, funny — and, somehow, still fun About our guest Barbara Smit is Kate's "woman in the field" — a Perth local, originally from South Africa, who's spent the last few years navigating midlife dating firsthand after a 20-year marriage. She's generous, funny and refreshingly unfiltered about all of it, scams included. Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/unfilteredandunbound

  8. Jun 2

    S2:E4 The Truth About Aging and Marketing: Why Women Over 50 Are the Hidden Powerhouse

    The episode discusses the underrepresentation of women over 50 in advertising and the impact of this demographic on consumer spending. It highlights the need for brands to recognize and market to this demographic effectively. Takeaways Underrepresentation of women over 50 in advertisingThe significant impact of women over 50 on consumer spending Chapters 00:00 The Invisible Market10:33 The Commercial Success of Inclusive Marketing https://buymeacoffee.com/unfilteredunbound https://www.facebook.com/unfilteredandunbound A copy of the research article this podcast episode is based on is located here -https://spectacular-syrniki-ec0636.netlify.app/

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Most content about women over 50 is selling anti-ageing cream or telling you to embrace your wisdom. Unfiltered & Unbound is neither. Hosted by Kate Baxter, a Perth, Western Australia based project manager, running coach and recovering people-pleaser, this is the podcast for women who are done shrinking themselves and ready for the conversations that actually matter. Grey divorce. Money and financial independence. Dating after 50. Identity after the labels stop fitting. Perimenopause. Career pivots. Visibility. The friendships that survive and the ones that don't. Real conversations with experts and honest field reports from the inside of midlife. Unfiltered, unpolished, and completely unbound. Season 2 now streaming.

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  • Creator
    Kate B
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    23
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Kate B
  • Show Website
    Unfiltered and Unbound

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