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A podcast by women, about women, for women. Honest conversations that blend clinical insights with everyday life. Together with their guests, the hosts Meg & Jules explore what it means to gain strength, build confidence, and live better—every single day

  1. 7h ago

    Breathe Easy: What Every Woman Needs to Know About Menopause, Hearing & Thyroid Health with Dr. Emily Perry - Part 2

    Send us Fan Mail When we think about menopause, symptoms like hot flushes and mood changes often come to mind—but did you know hormonal changes can also affect your ears, nose and throat? In this episode, we're joined by Brisbane ENT surgeon Dr Emily Perry to explore the often-overlooked ways menopause can influence ENT health. From hearing changes and tinnitus to dry mouth, altered voice, and swallowing concerns, we unpack what happens as oestrogen levels change and what women can do to stay healthy through midlife and beyond. We also discuss the important role of the thyroid, and how to protect your hearing.  Whether you're approaching menopause, currently navigating it, or supporting someone who is, this episode shines a light on the symptoms that often fly under the radar. Join us for an insightful conversation filled with practical advice, myth-busting and expert guidance to help you breathe easier, hear better and feel empowered through every stage of midlife. Looking for more Healthy Banter? Check out our website at https://www.healthybanter.com.au/ or follow us https://www.instagram.com/healthybanter.podcast/

  2. Jul 27

    Breathe Easy: All You Need to Know About Kids' Tonsils & Adenoids with Dr Emily Perry - Part 1

    Send us Fan Mail Do tonsils and adenoids actually serve a purpose? Why do some children seem to be constantly battling sore throats, snoring, mouth breathing or blocked noses? And when is it time to stop "waiting it out" and seek specialist advice? In this episode, we're joined by Brisbane ENT surgeon Dr Emily Perry to answer the questions every parent has about their child's tonsils and adenoids. We explore what these tissues do as part of the immune system, why they can become enlarged or repeatedly infected, and why children can usually continue to thrive even after they are removed. Together, we discuss: What tonsils and adenoids are, and their role in childhood immunity.The signs parents should look for, including snoring, mouth breathing, restless sleep, recurrent tonsillitis and changes in behaviour or concentration.When it's appropriate to see an ENT specialist.When surgery might be recommended—and when it isn't.What families can expect if a tonsillectomy or adenoidectomy is advised.Whether you're wondering if your child's snoring is normal, concerned about frequent sore throats, or simply curious about why we even have tonsils and adenoids in the first place, this episode is packed with practical, evidence-based advice to help parents breathe a little easier. Looking for more Healthy Banter? Check out our website at https://www.healthybanter.com.au/ or follow us https://www.instagram.com/healthybanter.podcast/

  3. Jun 29

    Behind the Banter: Why We Started the Conversation with Meg & Jules

    Send us Fan Mail Who are the voices behind Healthy Banter? In this special episode, we're turning the microphones on ourselves. Join us as we share our journeys into physiotherapy, women's health, and the experiences that sparked our passion for helping people move, feel, and live better. We chat about what inspired us to start Healthy Banter, the conversations we felt were missing, and our vision for creating a podcast that makes evidence-based health information approachable, practical, and enjoyable. You'll get to know us beyond our professional roles—what drives us, what we've learned along the way, and why we're so passionate about challenging health myths, asking curious questions, and bringing expert guests together to help you make sense of your health. Whether you're a clinician, a health enthusiast, or simply curious about the people behind the podcast, this is the perfect place to start. Expect plenty of laughs, honest conversations, and, of course... a little healthy banter. Looking for more Healthy Banter? Check out our website at https://www.healthybanter.com.au/ or follow us https://www.instagram.com/healthybanter.podcast/

  4. Jun 15

    Bendy, Dizzy & Exhausted: Connecting the Dots - Hypermobility Part 2 with Sharon Hennessey

    Send us Fan Mail In Part 2 of our conversation with Sharon Hennessey—award-winning physiotherapist, founder of The Hypermobility Project, and principal of Not Just Bendy Hypermobility Services—we explore how hypermobility can impact women across different life stages, from pregnancy through to perimenopause and menopause. We discuss the influence of hormonal changes on connective tissue, joint stability, pain, fatigue, pelvic health, and physical function, as well as the important links between hypermobility, Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS), and Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS). Drawing on nearly 30 years of clinical experience and her own lived experience, Sharon shares practical insights to help women better understand their bodies and navigate these transitions with confidence. In this episode, we cover: • Hypermobility and pregnancy • Perimenopause and menopause • Pelvic health, pain, and fatigue • POTS and MCAS • Practical management strategies for women across the lifespan Whether you're living with hypermobility or supporting someone who is, this episode offers valuable insights into the unique challenges and opportunities that can arise during a woman's life journey. Looking for hypermobility friendly clinicians? Check out the below directories: https://www.ehlers-danlos.com/healthcare-professionals-directory/ https://potsfoundation.org.au/clinician-directory/ For amazing hypermobility resources, courses and tools please check out the below websites: https://www.notjustbendy.com/blog/ https://hypermobilityproject.com/clinician-tools Looking for more Healthy Banter? Check out our website at https://www.healthybanter.com.au/ or follow us https://www.instagram.com/healthybanter.podcast/

  5. Jun 1

    Good Day / Bad Day - Hypermobility with Sharon Hennessey Part 1

    Send us Fan Mail What does it really mean to be hypermobile—and when does being "just bendy" become something more? In Part 1 of this two-part conversation, we are joined by Sharon Hennessey, award-winning Australian physiotherapist, founder of The Hypermobility Project, and principal of Not Just Bendy Hypermobility Services. With nearly 30 years of clinical experience and lived experience as both an individual and parent navigating hypermobility, Sharon brings a unique and deeply practical perspective to this often misunderstood condition. Together, we unpack the foundations of hypermobility, exploring what it is, why it occurs, and how it can affect children and teenagers during key stages of growth and development. Sharon shares her expertise in recognising the signs that may indicate a young person needs additional support, discusses the difference between generalised joint hypermobility and conditions such as Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder (HSD) and hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (hEDS), and explains why these presentations are frequently overlooked or misunderstood. Whether you're a parent, healthcare professional, coach, teacher, or someone living with hypermobility, this episode provides an evidence-informed introduction to the challenges and strengths that can accompany hypermobility in childhood and adolescence. Looking for hypermobility friendly clinicians? Check out the below directories: https://www.ehlers-danlos.com/healthcare-professionals-directory/ https://potsfoundation.org.au/clinician-directory/ For amazing hypermobility resources, courses and tools please check out the below websites:  https://www.notjustbendy.com/blog/ https://hypermobilityproject.com/clinician-tools Looking for more Healthy Banter? Check out our website at https://www.healthybanter.com.au/ or follow us https://www.instagram.com/healthybanter.podcast/

  6. May 18

    Seriously… Eat Your 5 Veg! Part 2 with Associate Professor Shelley Wilkinson

    Send us Fan Mail This episode is packed with evidence-based advice delivered in a compassionate, practical way—helping women feel more confident and less confused about food.  In part 2 with Associate Professor Shelley Wilkinson, women’s health dietitian and clinician-researcher, we have a practical, down-to-earth conversation all about getting the foundations of nutrition right. Think of this as Nutrition 101 for women—cutting through the confusion, fad diets, and overwhelming online advice to focus on the basics that truly matter for health, energy, hormones, and longevity. Shelley breaks down simple, realistic strategies to help women nourish their bodies through every stage of life. We explore what balanced eating actually looks like, why fibre and protein matter, and how small, sustainable habits can make a big difference over time. We also chat about the importance of getting your basics right first—like eating your 5 serves of veg, because you can’t outrun a bad diet and you can’t outsupplement one either. Because healthy ageing isn’t about restriction or perfection. As Shelley's mantra goes, "Don’t just get older, grow bolder".  For more of Shelley and amazing free online resources, books, blogs, as well as the capability of booking an appointment, including telehealth, if you feel that you would benefit from guidance or a dietary review, follow the links below.  https://lifestylematernity.com.au/ https://lifestyleperimenopause.com.au/ For 10% off Shelley's "Nourish & Nurture", please enter the code HB10 Looking for more Healthy Banter? Check out our website at https://www.healthybanter.com.au/ or follow us https://www.instagram.com/healthybanter.podcast/

  7. May 4

    Nourishing Women with Associate Professor Shelley Wilkinson Part 1

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we sit down with Associate Professor Shelley Wilkinson, women’s health dietitian and clinician-researcher, to unpack what women really need to know about nutrition across the lifespan. From fertility and pregnancy through to postpartum and perimenopause, Shelley breaks down how a woman’s nutritional needs change—and what actually matters (without the overwhelm). We cut through the noise of diet culture and online misinformation to bring you clear, evidence-based advice you can apply in real life. We also take a deep dive into one of the most underrated nutrients: fibre. Shelley explains why fibre is essential not just for gut health, but also for hormones, energy, blood sugar balance, and long-term health—and how to easily get more of it into your day. This episode is all about practical, no-guilt nutrition—helping you feel more confident in how you fuel your body at every stage of life. For more of Shelley and amazing free online resources, books, blogs, as well as the capability of booking an appointment, including telehealth, if you feel that you would benefit from guidance or a dietary review, follow the links below.  https://lifestylematernity.com.au/ https://lifestyleperimenopause.com.au/ For 10% off Shelley's "Nourish & Nurture", please enter the code HB10 Looking for more Healthy Banter? Check out our website at https://www.healthybanter.com.au/ or follow us https://www.instagram.com/healthybanter.podcast/

  8. Apr 20

    Managing Menopause with Dr. Sonia Davison Part 2

    Send us Fan Mail This episode is all about evidence-based conversations around perimenopause and menopause management, without the overwhelm. We’re joined by endocrinologist Dr Sonia Davison, who helps unpack what’s actually happening with your hormones and why you might be feeling the way you do. We walk you through what to expect at each stage, from the early hormonal shifts of perimenopause through to postmenopause—covering symptoms like sleep changes, mood swings, hot flushes, pelvic health, and more. This episode breaks things down simply, with a clear recap and practical tips you can actually use—whether that’s exercise strategies, lifestyle tweaks, or knowing when to seek extra support. Plus, you’ll get links to trusted, free resources and educational tools so you can go deeper, feel more in control, and stop second-guessing what’s happening in your body. Jean Hailes for Women's Health https://www.jeanhailes.org.au/ Australasian Menopause Society https://www.menopause.org.au/ Mayo Clinic https://www.mayoclinic.org/ Better Health Channel https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/ Looking for more Healthy Banter? Check out our website at https://www.healthybanter.com.au/ or follow us https://www.instagram.com/healthybanter.podcast/

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A podcast by women, about women, for women. Honest conversations that blend clinical insights with everyday life. Together with their guests, the hosts Meg & Jules explore what it means to gain strength, build confidence, and live better—every single day

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    2026
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