Changing Lanes

With Rachel and Susan
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Welcome to Changing Lanes, the podcast for women and mums who know they want more and are ready to make a change, take on something new, or figure out what comes next. Hosted by Rachel and Susan, mums of three, business owners and co-founders of The Pilates Retreat Club, this podcast shares honest conversations, real stories and interviews about life, business, career, health, family and growth. Follow Changing Lanes for relatable stories, practical ideas and support as you navigate your next lane change.

  1. 7h ago

    How to Get Over a Friendship Breakup

    Join our next retreat 🧘‍♀️ → https://www.thepilatesretreatclub.com.au/shop Losing a friend is a breakup too, and we don't talk about it enough. In this episode of Changing Lanes, we get honest about friendships in our 30s and 40s. We talk about how friendships change through the years. What it means to outgrow friends and how it feels to be in a one-sided friendship.  We both share friendship breakup stories and what it taught us. If you're going through something with a friend right now, this one's for you. In this episode, we cover: How friendships change after 30 when kids and work take over Making friends as an adult through the school gate and kids' sport One-sided friendships and the little check-ins that keep friendships alive Why some friends aren't happy for you, and whether support has to be public Love languages in friendship Outgrowing friends when your life changes direction Why a friendship breakup hurts like the end of a relationship How to get over a friendship breakup when you never get the reason why Drifting apart from friends versus a sudden breakup Losing friends after 30 compared with your 20s How to be a good friend by listening, asking questions and being honest CONNECT WITH US Changing Lanes Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/changinglanesthepodcast Pilates Retreat Club Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pilatesretreatclub The Pilates Retreat Club → https://www.thepilatesretreatclub.com.au If you are a busy woman, mum or someone figuring out your next chapter, subscribe to Changing Lanes for honest conversations, real stories and practical encouragement to support you as you navigate change. Music: 'Arise' by Tristan Barton on #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/c/tristan-barton License code: RPCGEBG1TYCZS2IO

  2. Sep 23

    Why We Replay Everything We Said (and Other Whys of Life)

    Join our next retreat 🧘‍♀️ → https://www.thepilatesretreatclub.com.au/shop In this episode of Changing Lanes, Rach and Susan chat about the whys of life. These are the everyday habits that seem to come up with every woman they know. If you're a people pleaser who replays every conversation on the drive home, this one's for you. They talk about everything from why we feel guilty when we rest and how hard it is to say no without feeling guilty, to why we downplay our achievements, compare ourselves to strangers on social media and keep waiting for the right time while feeling stuck. They also get into why we seem to care less about what people think in our 40s (they're blaming the hormones). It's a fun, honest chat between two friends owning all their habits, and by the end they've decided everyone needs a little therapy. In this episode, we cover: Why we're always running late, overcommitting and leaving no buffers Why women downplay their achievements and wait for recognition Why someone else's success can trigger us, and how to use it as inspiration People pleasing and why we want everyone to like us Wanting more from life when life is already good Saying no without feeling guilty, and why it's easier to say no to our own family Why we feel guilty when we rest Comparing yourself to others on social media and the highlight reel Why we overthink everything we say Why there's never a right time to make a change, and the truth about your 40s CONNECT WITH US Changing Lanes Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/changinglanesthepodcast Pilates Retreat Club Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pilatesretreatclub The Pilates Retreat Club → https://www.thepilatesretreatclub.com.au If you are a busy woman, mum or someone figuring out your next chapter, subscribe to Changing Lanes for honest conversations, real stories and practical encouragement to support you as you navigate change.

  3. Sep 16

    Nobody Tells You This Before You Start a Business

    In this episode of Changing Lanes, Rachel and Susan chat about the reality of running a business and the things people don’t tell you before you start.  They talk about everything from freedom and flexibility to long hours, boundaries and the moment you realise you cannot do it all.  This is an honest and relatable chat about what it really takes to run a business. In this episode, we cover: Running a business and what no one tells you The reality of business ownership Business freedom, flexibility and balance Phone boundaries and after-hours messages Always being switched on Outsourcing and business support Knowing your numbers Hiring the right people Business burnout and loneliness Remembering your why  CONNECT WITH US Changing Lanes Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/changinglanesthepodcast Pilates Retreat Club Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pilatesretreatclub The Pilates Retreat Club → https://www.thepilatesretreatclub.com.au If you are a busy woman, mum or someone figuring out your next chapter, subscribe to Changing Lanes for honest conversations, real stories and practical encouragement to support you as you navigate change.

  4. Sep 9

    Mum Fails, Guilt and School Chaos

    In this episode of Changing Lanes, Rachel and Susan chat about the honest side of motherhood, from mum fails and school admin chaos to the guilt that comes with trying to remember everything. They start with the funny side of mum life, sharing their own parenting fails, forgotten dress-up days, missing nappies, last-minute panic and the moments that remind us we are all just figuring it out as we go. The conversation also touches on the invisible load of motherhood, the pressure to get everything right and why so many mums feel guilty even when they are doing their best. This is a relatable episode about mum life, parenting fails, the mental load and the reminder that no one is getting it right all the time. In this episode, we cover: Mum life and mum guilt Parenting fails and school admin chaos Book Week, dress-up days and last-minute panic Forgotten nappies and calling in support The invisible load of motherhood The mental load of trying to remember everything The pressure to get it right Trying to do it all as a mum Learning to say sorry Laughing at the chaos and dropping the guilt CONNECT WITH US Changing Lanes Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/changinglanesthepodcast Pilates Retreat Club Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pilatesretreatclub The Pilates Retreat Club → https://www.thepilatesretreatclub.com.au If you are a busy woman, mum or someone figuring out your next chapter, subscribe to Changing Lanes for honest conversations, real stories and practical encouragement to support you as you navigate change. Music from #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/evoli/floating-on-the-breeze License code: LKFNI0WJSN8GFKWT Music from #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/tea-pop License code: WUHKVCQR8C6RAQZC

  5. Sep 2

    How Fatherhood Became His Best Comedy Material | Max Price

    In this episode of Changing Lanes, Rachel and Susan are joined by Max Price, Comedy Writer and Director, for a Father’s Day conversation about fatherhood, comedy and building a career through change. Max shares how making skate videos as a kid in Hong Kong sparked his love of filming and comedy. Years later, that passion became a career in TV, social media and live performance. He also talks about becoming a dad unexpectedly and how fatherhood changed the way he worked. The chaos of everyday family life became some of his best comedy material. The conversation also explores career setbacks and business failure. Max shares what he learned from choosing a clearer content lane and how he keeps going when things do not go to plan. This is a funny, honest and refreshing episode about fatherhood, parenting, failure, creativity and finding your lane. In this episode, we cover: Fatherhood and becoming a dadParenting comedy and relatable family lifeBuilding a creative careerChoosing a content laneComedy writing and content creationBusiness failure and lessons learnedCareer setbacks and resilienceThe pressure to provideBeing a present dadWork, parenting and family balanceFinding the funny side of everyday lifeWhat success looks like as a parent  CONNECT WITH US Max Price Instagram →  https://www.instagram.com/maxprice3/ Changing Lanes Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/changinglanesthepodcast Pilates Retreat Club Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pilatesretreatclub The Pilates Retreat Club → https://www.thepilatesretreatclub.com.au If you are a busy woman, mum, professional, business owner or someone figuring out your next chapter, subscribe to Changing Lanes for honest conversations, real stories and practical encouragement to support you as you navigate change.

  6. Aug 26

    Rebuilding Your Life After Separation | Abby Gilmore

    In this episode of Changing Lanes, Rachel and Susan sit down with Abby Gilmore to talk about motherhood, co-parenting and life in the public eye. Abby opens up about becoming a young mum, going through separation in the public eye and learning how to co-parent in a way that puts her children first. She talks about the emotional reality of raising children after separation and how she learned to put their needs first while creating more peace for her family. They discuss what it has been like to grow up online and deal with public judgement. Abby also shares how content creation helped her build a community and learn to show up with more honesty, stronger boundaries and self-trust. This is an honest and relatable conversation about motherhood, co-parenting, public pressure and rebuilding your life through change. In this episode, we cover: Becoming a young mum Motherhood in your twenties Separation and co-parenting Putting children first after separation Raising kids in the public eye Online judgement and public criticism Creating content from real life Building an online community The business side of content creation Setting boundaries Finding peace after a difficult season Redefining success around family, home and emotional safety  CONNECT WITH US Abby Gilmore Instagram →  https://www.instagram.com/abbgilmore  Changing Lanes Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/changinglanesthepodcast Pilates Retreat Club Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pilatesretreatclub The Pilates Retreat Club → https://www.thepilatesretreatclub.com.au If you are a busy woman, mum, professional, business owner or someone figuring out your next chapter, subscribe to Changing Lanes for honest conversations, real stories and practical encouragement to support you as you navigate change.

  7. Aug 19

    The Diagnosis No Parent Is Ready For | Susan’s Type 1 Diabetes Story

    In this episode of Changing Lanes, Rachel sits down with Susan as she shares the story of her daughter Ella’s Type 1 diabetes diagnosis. Susan talks about what life looked like before August 2025, when she was growing her business, building the retreat business and feeling like she was starting to get more freedom as her children got older. Then, one phone call from the doctor changed everything. Susan shares what diagnosis day was like, from the early symptoms they nearly brushed off to the hospital stay that followed. She also reflects on Ella learning to inject insulin on her 11th birthday and the daily reality of managing Type 1 diabetes, including blood sugar, insulin, carb counting and glucose levels.  The conversation also explores the mental load of Type 1 diabetes, the impact it has on the whole family, the misconceptions people still have about diabetes and the resilience Ella continues to show.  This is for anyone wanting to better understand what Type 1 diabetes really looks like for families, and for any parent navigating a diagnosis, a new normal or a life-changing season with their child. In this episode, we cover: Ella’s Type 1 diabetes diagnosis Early symptoms and diagnosis day Hospital, insulin injections and blood sugar Carb counting and glucose levels CGMs and insulin pumps The mental load of Type 1 diabetes Diabetic ketoacidosis and early diagnosis Common Type 1 diabetes misconceptions Parenting through diagnosis The impact on the whole family Ella’s resilience and strength Advice for newly diagnosed families  CONNECT WITH US Changing Lanes Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/changinglanesthepodcast Pilates Retreat Club Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pilatesretreatclub The Pilates Retreat Club → https://www.thepilatesretreatclub.com.au If you are a busy woman, mum, professional, business owner or someone figuring out your next chapter, subscribe to Changing Lanes for honest conversations, real stories and practical encouragement to support you as you navigate change.

  8. Aug 12

    Your Questions Answered | Life Lessons, Mum Life and Changing Lanes

    In this episode of Changing Lanes, Rachel and Susan sit down for a Q&A episode, answering your questions with plenty of honesty, humour and real-life reflections.  They answer a mix of playful, personal and reflective questions about the jobs they have had, the lane changes that shaped them and the advice they still think about. They also talk about the realities of mum life and what they hope to be remembered for.  In this episode, we cover: Q&A with Rachel and Susan Funny personal stories and wildest jobs Biggest life and career lane changes Life advice, life lessons and trusting your gut Mum hacks, working mum life and motherhood Habits they are trying to quit Why you are never too old to start something new Changing direction and figuring out what comes next Work life balance, family life and dream lives What they want to be remembered for  CONNECT WITH US Changing Lanes Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/changinglanesthepodcast Pilates Retreat Club Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pilatesretreatclub The Pilates Retreat Club → https://www.thepilatesretreatclub.com.au If you are a busy woman, mum, professional, business owner or someone navigating a life change, career change or next chapter, subscribe to Changing Lanes for honest conversations and practical encouragement.

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Welcome to Changing Lanes, the podcast for women and mums who know they want more and are ready to make a change, take on something new, or figure out what comes next. Hosted by Rachel and Susan, mums of three, business owners and co-founders of The Pilates Retreat Club, this podcast shares honest conversations, real stories and interviews about life, business, career, health, family and growth. Follow Changing Lanes for relatable stories, practical ideas and support as you navigate your next lane change.

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  • Creator
    With Rachel and Susan
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    23
  • Rating
    Explicit
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