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Kin Women ALOUD is where good conversation counts. Hosted by Penny, Kelley, Amanda and Rose — long-time friends and creatives—this fortnightly podcast explores purpose, identity, connection, motherhood, creativity, resilience, faith, and personal growth. With honest stories, humour, and multigenerational wisdom, we dive into the messy, meaningful moments that shape women’s lives. From redefining legacy to finding joy in the everyday, each episode is a reminder that you’re not alone. Real women, real talk, and conversations that matter. 💜 Subscribe now and join the conversation.

  1. 6d ago

    Are You Being Influenced Without Even Knowing It? | Kinwomen ALOUD

    Whose voice is actually living rent-free in your head right now? In this episode, Kelley, Rose and Penny explore one of the most important questions of our time: what are we listening to, and is it actually shaping us well? From the songs that stamped their memories, to the voices they grew up carrying - a mum's quiet question, a foster dad's wisdom, a best friend lost too young - the conversation opens into something much bigger. How do you know if a voice is worth trusting? What does it mean to sift and weigh in a world where everyone sounds like an expert, and even monks can be AI-generated? And how do you train your own discernment - and your own algorithm - when the noise never stops? This one is part wisdom, part permission slip. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed by information, unsure who to trust, or just realising the voices in your head deserve a good audit... this conversation is for you. Follow Kinwomen ALOUD on Spotify so you never miss a conversation. Love what we do? Please help us keep the conversations going: https://aloudkinwomen-gdg-b777.raiselysite.com/ Find us on Instagram: @kinwomen Join our community on Facebook. Or learn more here: www.kinwomen.com

  2. Aug 30

    The World Feels Unstable Right Now. Women on Resilience, Uncertainty & How to Stay Grounded

    There's a low hum in the background of life right now. Most of us can feel it - even if we can't quite name it. In Episode 3 of Season 5, Penny, Kelley and Rose get into what so many women are quietly navigating: a world that feels polarised, overwhelming, and impossible to keep up with... and what it actually takes to stay grounded inside it. They talk about the connection between what we consume and how we feel. About finding your sphere — the small, meaningful place where you can actually make a difference — instead of trying to fix everything and burning out on all of it. About the everyday practices that quietly hold you together when everything outside feels uncertain. And they land somewhere that stays with you: grounding was never about the world becoming steady again. It's about knowing where you return to. If the world has been feeling like a lot lately — this one was made for you. Follow Kinwomen ALOUD on Spotify or Apple Podcasts so every episode lands straight in your feed. Season 5 drops every second Monday. And if this podcast gives you something, we would love for you to consider supporting us HERE — your contribution keeps these conversations going. Find us on Instagram or join the community on Facebook.

  3. Aug 16

    Do You Truly Belong? Women on Connection, Loneliness & What Real Community Looks Like

    Have you ever been surrounded by people and still felt completely alone? Most women have. Most of us just don't say it out loud. In Episode 2 of Season 5, the hosts ask the question underneath the question: where do you truly belong — and how do you build real connection when the world keeps making it harder? Kelley opens with something extraordinary: she recently travelled to Dehradun in the foothills of the Himalayas and found her great-grandmother's grave — using nothing but a plot number from an old photograph! She put her hand on the stone and said, "You cannot imagine how many people have come from you." Connection is part of the human condition. It's something we actually can't live without. If you've ever felt on the outer — even when everyone around you is being kind — this one's for you. Follow Kinwomen ALOUD on Spotify and Apple Podcasts so every episode lands straight in your feed. Season 5 drops every second Monday. And if this podcast gives you something, consider supporting us at HERE — your contribution keeps these conversations going. Find us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kinwomenJoin the community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Kinwomenwww.kinwomen.com

  4. Aug 2

    Am I Fulfilled or Just Functioning? The Question Most Women Aren't Asking

    Are you fulfilled — or just functioning really well? Most women know the difference, even when they can't name it. In the Season 5 opener of Kinwomen ALOUD, Amanda Viviers, Penny Webb, Kelley Chisholm and Rose Parker sit down for one of the most honest conversations they've had: what does real fulfilment actually look like for women — and why is it so easy to be doing well on paper while still feeling like something's missing? Rose shares a disarmingly honest moment: she scored herself 9.2 out of 10 for life satisfaction — and still realised she was, in her words, just plodding. That gap between functioning well and living fully? That's what this episode is about. If you've ever achieved everything you were supposed to and still felt a quiet restlessness — this one was made for you. Follow Kinwomen ALOUD on Spotify so every episode lands straight in your feed. Season 5 drops every second Monday. And if this podcast gives you something, consider supporting us HERE — your contribution keeps these conversations going. Find us on Instagram HERE, or join our community on Facebook. You are our Kin. www.kinwomen.com

    Am I Fulfilled or Just Functioning? The Question Most Women Aren't Asking

  5. May 3

    Wisdom in Finances Part 2: The Money Stories That Actually Changed Us

    EPISODE DESCRIPTION The numbers aren't the hardest part. It's the fear, the silence, and the seasons of life that shape everything. This is the conversation that goes deeper — the one where women get really honest about money, survival, and what it took to find solid ground. Episode Overview In Part 1, we talked about the habits, myths, and practical wisdom around money. Now in Part 2, we go further. Penny, Rose, Amanda, and Kelley sit down to share the real-life moments — the seasons of loss, rebuilding, risk, and resilience — that shaped the way they handle money today. From raising children during 17–19% interest rates, to buying investment properties post-separation, to learning that your income is your independence, this conversation is raw, warm, and full of hard-won insight. No theory. No perfection. Just women who have lived it. In This Episode, We Explore: How the homes we grew up in quietly shaped our entire relationship with moneyWhat it looks like to survive financially — and what actually helps when you're in itWhy earning your own income is one of the most powerful things a woman can do, at any stageThe emotional and values-driven decisions behind big financial choices (and how to tell the difference)Real stories of property, risk, loss, and recovery — including navigating separation and starting overWhy contracting isn't the only option when money gets hard — and how to keep seeing possibilitiesThe one practical thing each woman would tell a friend facing a financial crisis today This Episode Is For You If: You've been through a major life change — separation, loss, a career shift — and money felt terrifyingYou've ever felt like you gave too much away (your time, your energy, your worth) and didn't know how to stopYou want real stories from real women, not textbook financial adviceYou're navigating midlife and starting to take your financial future more seriouslyYou've been avoiding looking at your finances — and you know it's time Why This Conversation Matters Money and identity are deeply linked — especially for women. The seasons we survive, the relationships we navigate, and the roles we carry all leave a mark on how safe or anxious we feel about money. This episode is a reminder that financial confidence isn't built from perfection. It's built from awareness, honest conversations, good advice, and small, steady steps forward. You don't need to have it all figured out. You just need to start. CHAPTERS 00:00 — Welcome Back & Season 4 Introduction01:00 — Check-In: What's Your Best Personal Buy?05:30 — What Personal Circumstance Most Shaped the Way You Handle Money?13:00 — One Mindset Shift That Changed Everything17:00 — Survival Seasons: What Got Us Through24:00 — The Conversations and Resources That Broke Through the Avoidance28:30 — Earn Your Own Money: The Power of Financial Independence31:00 — If a Woman Came to You in Financial Crisis — What Would You Say? RESOURCES MENTIONED Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD) — Company Directors Course, completed by Amanda STAY CONNECTED Follow KinWomen ALOUD for more conversations that matter: Listen on Spotify: HEREListen on Apple Podcasts: HEREFollow on Instagram: https://instagram.com/kinwomenFollow on Instagram: https://facebook.com/Kinwomen/Website: https://kinwomen.com Support the podcast: Donate / Support: https://aloudkinwomen-gdg-b777.raiselysite.com/https://aloudkinwomen-gdg-b777.raiselysite.com/ DISCLAIMER This conversation is general in nature and based on personal experience and reflection. It is not intended as financial advice. Please seek professional guidance for your individual situation.

  6. Apr 20

    Wisdom in Finances Part 1: The Money Conversation Every Woman Needs to Have

    What if the reason you feel behind with money isn't a lack of income — it's a lack of honest conversation? Three women. Real stories. No shame. This is the money talk you wish you'd had 10 years ago. Episode Overview Most women were never taught how to talk about money — not at home, not at school, not in relationships. And yet, our financial choices shape everything: our freedom, our security, our options when life gets hard. In this episode, Penny, Rose, and Amanda open up the conversation that so many of us avoid. Drawing on decades of lived experience — from budget spreadsheets to financial survival — they share the wisdom, the mistakes, and the mindset shifts that have genuinely made a difference. This isn't financial advice. It's something more powerful: honest women, talking honestly. In This Episode, We Explore: Why every woman needs to know her own finances — regardless of who she's withThe difference between "good debt" and "bad debt" (and why credit cards and Afterpay are traps)The staggering power of saving just $35 a week — and what compound interest actually means for your futureWhy it's never too late to start, no matter what stage of life you're inPractical budgeting habits that actually work: meal planning, insurance reviews, renegotiating your mortgage rateThe money myths women still hold that are quietly holding them backSuperannuation, investing, and the conversations we wish we'd had in our twenties This Episode Is For You If: You've been putting off getting on top of your finances because it feels overwhelming or shamefulYou've left money decisions to a partner and are wondering if that's wiseYou're in your 30s, 40s, or 50s and want to feel more empowered — not behindYou're a young woman who wants to start strong without making the mistakes others haveYou believe money is about more than numbers — it's about agency, choices, and freedom Why This Conversation Matters Money is one of the most avoided topics among women — yet it's one of the most important. Whether you're rebuilding after a relationship breakdown, navigating an interrupted career, or simply trying to feel less anxious when you check your bank account, this conversation is for you. Not theory. Not judgment. Just three women who've lived it, sharing what they know. Because you are not behind, and you are not alone. CHAPTERS 00:00 — Welcome & Season 4 Introduction01:00 — Icebreaker: Budgets, Hair & Honest Confessions04:00 — Why Women Need to Own Their Financial Story05:00 — Three Pieces of Money Advice We Wish We'd Had Sooner11:00 — Does Financial Wisdom Change Across the Decades?15:30 — The Power of Compound Interest: What $35 a Week Can Do18:00 — Budgeting Habits That Actually Make a Difference20:00 — Money Myths Women Still Believe22:30 — One Action You Can Take Today + What's Coming Next RESOURCES MENTIONED Her Money Matters — Podcast by Naomi Holmes (finance expert, based in Sydney)Stop Worrying About Money — Book by Jackie Clark, Chartered Accountant and Financial AdvisorBuy Nothing Facebook Groups — Local community gifting and circular economy pages STAY CONNECTED Follow Kinwomen ALOUD for more conversations that matter: Listen on Spotify: HEREListen on Apple Podcasts: HEREFollow on Instagram: https://instagram.com/kinwomenFollow on Facebook: https://facebook.com/Kinwomen/Website: https://kinwomen.com Support the podcast: Donate / Support: https://aloudkinwomen-gdg-b777.raiselysite.com/ DISCLAIMER This conversation is general in nature and based on personal experience and reflection. It is not intended as personal financial advice. If you need support, please seek guidance from a qualified financial professional.

  7. Apr 5

    Are You Living Your Values - Or Just Talking About Them?

    What does it really mean to live your values — not just talk about them? In this powerful continuation of our Wisdom series, we explore how values shape the way we live, lead, connect, and show up in the world. More importantly, we ask the deeper question: are we actually living in alignment with what matters most to us? This episode is an honest and thought-provoking conversation about integrity, identity, and the quiet ways our values influence every decision we make — from relationships to career, family, and beyond. If you’ve ever felt out of alignment, disconnected, or unsure of what truly matters, this episode will help you reconnect with yourself and move forward with clarity and intention. In this episode, we explore: What values really are (beyond surface-level definitions) The gap between knowing your values and living them How values shape your identity and everyday decisions The impact of values on relationships, family, and community How to pass your values on in a meaningful way Why alignment leads to a more fulfilling and grounded life This is more than a conversation — it’s an invitation to reflect, realign, and live with deeper purpose. If this episode resonates, share it with someone who needs to hear it, and follow the podcast for more conversations that empower and uplift women. Stay Connected: Follow Kinwomen ALOUD and be part of a growing community of women committed to meaningful conversations, personal growth, and living with intention. Follow us on Instagram HERE Follow us on Facebook HERE Website - www.kinwomen.com If this podcast resonates with you and you’d like to support its growth, you can contribute here: Support Us HERE Your support helps us continue creating honest, impactful conversations for women everywhere.

  8. Mar 22

    The Values That Shape Your Life: How Women Build Meaning, Identity & Confidence

    How to Know Your Values: The Hidden Rules Guiding Your Life What actually guides your decisions when no one is watching? In this powerful episode of KinWomen ALOUD, we explore personal values — the quiet, often unspoken principles shaping how we live, love, work, and show up in the world. Through honest, reflective conversation, we unpack how values influence everything from relationships and parenting to work, money, identity and emotional wellbeing. We also explore why so many women feel stuck, conflicted or exhausted — and how unclear or unspoken values may be at the root of it. This is a conversation about clarity, alignment, and living a life that actually feels like your own. In this episode, we explore: What personal values really are (beyond buzzwords)Why unarticulated values create conflict in relationshipsHow values act as filters for everyday decisionsThe difference between inherited values and chosen valuesWhy comparison, gossip and negative self-talk can erode your foundationHow to define and strengthen your values in real lifeWhat it looks like to practise your values dailyHow values shape identity, confidence and direction in midlife This episode is for you if: You feel unclear about what truly matters to you You’re navigating change, growth or a new season of lifeYou want to feel more grounded, confident and alignedYou’re seeking deeper conversations about personal growth and meaning Why this conversation matters Your values are the blueprint of your life. They shape your choices, your relationships, and ultimately the life you build. When you know them — and live them — everything changes. Resources Mentioned: The Book of Proverbs (wisdom literature on building a life with intention)Pre-marriage / relationship values questionnaires (for alignment and clarity) Stay Connected: Instagram: @kinwomen Facebook: @kinwomen Website: https://kinwomen.com Support The Podcast HERE If this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend, subscribe, and help us grow this community of women navigating life with intention, wisdom and connection. 🙏🏽

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Kin Women ALOUD is where good conversation counts. Hosted by Penny, Kelley, Amanda and Rose — long-time friends and creatives—this fortnightly podcast explores purpose, identity, connection, motherhood, creativity, resilience, faith, and personal growth. With honest stories, humour, and multigenerational wisdom, we dive into the messy, meaningful moments that shape women’s lives. From redefining legacy to finding joy in the everyday, each episode is a reminder that you’re not alone. Real women, real talk, and conversations that matter. 💜 Subscribe now and join the conversation.

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