Big Girls Don't Cry Podcast

Georgie and Shanleigh
  • 5.0 (2)
  • Self-Improvement
  • Updated Weekly

What started as two friends stepping outside their comfort zones unexpectedly became a podcast. Big Girls Don’t Cry is hosted by Georgie and Shan, two South African friends who believe that everyone has a story worth telling. Through honest conversations, we explore resilience, reinvention, heartbreak, courage, laughter, and the moments that shape us. Life is rarely a straight line. Join us as we uncover the stories that connect us, challenge us, and remind us of one simple truth: To be human is to have a story.

Episodes

  1. Jul 21

    Unlearning Resilience with Natasha Dehesh

    Natasha Dehesh joins Georgie and Shan to reframe resilience: how strength can become armor, why softness is its own power, and what it looks like to raise grounded kids in a very different world. Tender, practical, and refreshingly honest — this episode offers simple daily practices for nervous-system regulation, real talk about parenting without guilt, and a new way to move from surviving to designing a meaningful life. Tune in for warmth, clarity, and actionable takeaways. Links and Resources: ​Website: natashadehesh.com​IG: @natasha.dehesh​Elizabeth Gilbert — TED talk “Your Elusive Creative Genius”: www.ted.com/talks/elizabeth_gilbert_on_genius​Glucose Goddess IG: @glucosegoddess website glucose goddess.com

  2. Jul 14

    Finding Grace in the Hard with Rhodie Lorenz

    Rhodie Lorenz knows that life rarely unfolds the way we imagine. In this deeply honest conversation, she shares how navigating unexpected change and uncertainty has shaped her perspective on resilience, gratitude, and what it truly means to keep moving forward. Contact Rhodie: Website: https://rhodielorenz.com IG: @rhodielorenz Links and Resources: - Song by David Guetta & Sia: Titanium  - The Artist’s Way — Julia Cameron: https://juliacameronlive.com/the-artists-way - Lotus and the Mud — by Elisabeth Schilling: The "lotus and the mud" is a profound Buddhist metaphor signifying that personal awakening, peace, and beauty cannot exist without struggle. The phrase "lotus in the mud" represents the human capacity to rise above adversity and achieve spiritual enlightenment, mental clarity, or personal growth. It symbolizes resilience—showing that beauty, wisdom, and strength can emerge from the darkest and messiest parts of life https://feminismandreligion.com/2016/11/08/lotus-in-the-mud-a-metaphor-for-humanity-on-our-darkest-days-by-lachelle-schilling.

  3. Jul 7

    Marni Lane: Resilience, Advocacy & the Beauty of the Pivot

    Marni Lane shares her journey from breaking news to Olympic storytelling, motherhood, and the heartbreaking loss of her firstborn after a heart transplant. With honesty, warmth, and wisdom, she reflects on how grief shaped her, why advocacy matters, and how moving forward doesn’t mean leaving love behind. Resources and links: Rowboat: First You Have To Row A Little Boat - Richard BodeHoward Stern: https://www.howardstern.comContact Marni Lane: LinkedIn:marni-harriman-laneIG: @kriskeylane

  4. Jul 1

    Wall Street to Wellness with Lynn Mull

    Episode 2 featuring Lynn Mull What happens when success no longer feels aligned with who you’re becoming? Lynn Mull shares her journey from Wall Street to Wellness, exploring resilience, reinvention, and the courage to trust a new path. A powerful conversation about change, growth, and finding alignment. Big Girls Don’t Cry - because to be human is to have a story. Show note links and resources: Website: https://www.lynnmull.comIG: @_lynnmull/Resources: IFS Institute: https://ifs-institute.com/ and Book: No Bad Parts, Author: Richard Schwartz: https://ifs-institute.com/nobadpartsIna Garten — Barefoot Contessa: https://barefootcontessa.comByron Katie — The Work: https://thework.comBrené Brown — official site / books: https://brenebrown.comShonda Rhimes — The Year of Yes: https://www.shondaland.com/shonda/year-of-yes Songs:  Baby Steps by Olivia DeanBanana Pancakes by Jack Johnson

  5. Jun 29

    Our Story

    What started as two friends stepping outside their comfort zones unexpectedly became a podcast. Big Girls Don’t Cry is hosted by Georgie and Shan, two South African friends who believe that everyone has a story worth telling. Through honest conversations with people from all walks of life, we explore resilience, reinvention, heartbreak, courage, laughter, and the moments that change us. Some stories are extraordinary. Most are beautifully ordinary. All of them remind us that life is rarely a straight line. So whether you’re navigating a challenge of your own or simply curious about the human experience, pull up a chair and join us. Because to be human is to have a story. Show notes and resources: Media and Branding Services:  https://www.zwaanz.com/solutionshttps://switchonmymedia.comBGDC host photos by: https://privateportraits.com

  • 5 Episodes

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About

What started as two friends stepping outside their comfort zones unexpectedly became a podcast. Big Girls Don’t Cry is hosted by Georgie and Shan, two South African friends who believe that everyone has a story worth telling. Through honest conversations, we explore resilience, reinvention, heartbreak, courage, laughter, and the moments that shape us. Life is rarely a straight line. Join us as we uncover the stories that connect us, challenge us, and remind us of one simple truth: To be human is to have a story.

Information

  • Creator
    Georgie and Shanleigh
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    5
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Georgie and Shanleigh
  • Show Website
    Big Girls Don't Cry Podcast