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Academy Anonymous

Jules & Joseph

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An invaluable, unparalleled and only partly-delusional resource for any cinephiles and Oscar-addicts forever obsessing about whether their favorite films, performances and artists will survive another grueling Oscar season. Join us on our noble (futile! compulsive!) mission to track the contenders, mourn the flop-aroonis, cut-down the winners, champion the over-looked and generally forecast the state of the race with “100% accuracy" (results may vary). Need your daily Oscar fix? We got you c ...
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Life Academy

Alicia Banit & Dena Kaplan

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On screen frenemies to real life besties, so of course we started a podcast! Stay tuned for your weekly questionable life lessons from Dena Amy Kaplan and Alicia Banit. Class is in session!
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So we found ourselves in Sydney for a gig and we decided while we were here we would interview our favourite Sydney people, high on the list of favourite humans was the delightful Jules Sebastian. Jules is a fashion icon, stylist, makeup artist, author, podcast host, genius content creator and all-around brilliant mum and human. (She also happens t…
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This week Alicia sits down with the delightful Cleo Massey. They cover life on H20, her journey into motherhood, healing and creating her incredible company Pass Around The Smile, manifestation and visualisation stories plus they both discuss what it is like to let go of the actor dream. Cleo is so wise and insightful we loved having her and know y…
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You asked, we’re answering.. Burning Questions PART 3 is back! In this episode we dive into your most requested topics with our unfiltered takes, honest laughs, and the usual Life Academy chaos. Expect a mix of the serious, the silly, and the downright surprising as we tackle what’s been on your minds. From personal dilemmas to pop culture hot take…
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All Major Oscar Predictions Now Live at FramesAndFlicker.com Follow us: @AcademyAnon On this episode of ACADEMY ANONYMOUS: Warner Bros. unveils instant American classic with ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER The legacy of Paul Thomas Anderson to reign over this year’s Oscars Is SINNERS vs. ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER the new BARBIE vs. OPPENHEIMER? Will U.S. b…
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Beauty isn’t a 10-step routine - especially for busy, midlife women. In this candid chat, beauty industry powerhouse Bahar Etminan (Ageless Radiance) reframes “longevity” as vitality and shares the simplest path to real-world radiance: know your health dashboard, protect your skin barrier, and stop doing the most. We cover perimenopause and missed …
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Ollie, Ollie, Ollie, oii oii oii! Ollie aka Keiynan Lonsdale joins us in the SYDNEY studio and damn are we excited. Reunion moment!! We had very limited time with Keiy so we smashed him with as many questions as we could fit in (and not miss our flights back home) Keiynan is one of the most inspiring artists we know and we’ve always been in awe of …
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Visit us at FramesAndFlicker.com View Our Oscar Predictions Follow us: @AcademyAnon On this episode of ACADEMY ANONYMOUS: Icon of Cinema Robert Redford passes away Recapping results from the Toronto International Film Festival Will TIFF's new dual People's Choice Award categories create more crossover with Best Picture at the Oscars? Or sow more ch…
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Some mornings glide, others go completely sideways. In this chatty couch-catch-up, Jules and Lisa talk honest mum-life logistics, why everyone needs a “post drop-off debrief” friend, and the eternal debate: morning people vs night owls. From school-photo emergencies and Apple Watch rings to the great top-sheet divide and a very unfortunate dog-walk…
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Its time for another life lately sesh where we chat about Alicias Birthday, her hilarious breastfeeding story, Denas new obsession with Sabrina Carpenter (bit late, we know), and so much more... it's another juicy catch-up with lots of candid convos and hilarious stories (well, we think so anyway). Thanks for tuning in. We love you guys. Stay conne…
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Author and speaker, Michelle Mitchell, joins Jules to unpack the “in-between” years - why ages 9-12 are a distinct developmental stage, what tweens need most, and how parents can balance boundaries with independence. From tech rules to friendship drama, family meetings to the “borrow their calm” ritual, this conversation is stacked with practical l…
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Its time for us to deep dive back into our mental health journeys. Dena tells us a bit more about her wild Rehab experience and how it kinda felt like prison and Alicia gets very emotional and vulnerable (proud of our girl for being so open about this for the first time) Life Lesson: Friendships come and go, season, reason or lifetime. Learning to …
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Visit us at https://framesandflicker.com/ View our OSCAR PREDICTIONS Follow us: @AcademyAnon On this episode of ACADEMY ANONYMOUS: A Frontrunner is Born with Chloé Zhao's HAMNET premiere at the Telluride Film Festival Jessie Buckley becomes the Best Actress favorite, can Paul Mescal join her in Best Actor? Can Jeremy Allen White win for SPRINGSTEEN…
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On this episode of ACADEMY ANONYMOUS: Can an unlikeable George Clooney still squeeze into a very competitive Best Actor race with mixed JAY KELLY Who's the real scene-stealer of Netflix's JAY KELLY - Adam Sandler vs. Billy Crudup Can Emma Stone really get into Best Actress AGAIN for newest collaboration with Yorgos Lanthimos? Is BUGONIA Jesse Plemo…
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What a difference four years makes. The last time Steve Cordony joined me on Tea with Jules, we were hearing Steve’s origin story and talking about his dreamy country property. Since then, Steve has: Published his stunning book Moments at Home Continued to collaborate with iconic brands like Ralph Lauren, Lancôme, and Land Rover Built a deeper conn…
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This week it’s just us, catching up on all things bestie chat 💕. We talk about our health, house renos, Dena’s back and twerking goals, Father’s Day gifts, our future weddings and plans for babies, a rare night out we had (yes, it actually happened!), and the excitement of Dena’s sold-out retreats. Life Lesson: Sometimes we all need a weekly debrie…
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Sex. Intimacy. Desire. Shame. These are topics we don’t often talk about, especially as women in midlife, but they affect every part of who we are. In this deeply honest episode of Tea with Jules, I sit down with Lara Boielle, a clinical sexologist and naturopath, to have the conversation we’ve all been avoiding but desperately need. From schedulin…
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So we have another fallen soldier… Dena is officially continuing in her poo era with gastro around the whole house. The Kaplan sisters pull through again though- this time with the amazing Ariel Kaplan. The smallest but sassiest Kaplan sister. ( low-key she's a better podcast host than Dena. Maybe it’s time for a re-cast? 👀) Alicia chats with Ariel…
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On this episode of ACADEMY ANONYMOUS: Unlocking the connection between the Venice Film Festival and the Oscars Alexander Payne brings his unique sensibility to the Venice Jury Yorgos Lanthimos ditches Searchlight for Focus Features with BUGONIA Netflix Triple Threat - JAY KELLY vs A HOUSE OF DYNAMITE vs FRANKENSTEIN Can A24 afford a poor showing at…
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On this episode of ACADEMY ANONYMOUS: We recap our first ever Cannes experience! We've seen big Oscar players: SENTIMENTAL VALUE; IT WAS JUST AN ACCIDENT; DIE MY LOVE; THE SECRET AGENT; NOUVELLE VAGUE; and more (THE MASTERMIND; THE PLAGUE; CHRONOLOGY OF WATER; SOUND OF FALLING; PILLION; YES!; THE HISTORY OF SOUND....); our thoughts! We also went to…
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Fear is loud. It wants to keep you small, safe, and silent. But here’s the truth: fear is just a feeling - not a fact. And everything you’ve ever wanted is waiting on the other side of it. In my very first solo episode of Tea with Jules, I’m diving into the topic of fear - how it shows up, why it tries to hold us back, and how we can move forward a…
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Hormones & Mental Health with Professor Jayashri Kulkarni. This week, we had the absolute privilege of interviewing Professor Jayashri Kulkarni, a world-renowned psychiatrist and Australia’s leading expert on PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder), as well as menopause, and women’s mental health. We asked so many big questions, the professor has a …
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Lets do this again, last time was so much fun! We answer your burning Q's! some of these are saucy! Follow us at: ⁠Dena: @denaamy⁠ ⁠Alicia: @aliciabanit⁠ ⁠TikTok: @lifeacademythepodcast⁠ ⁠YouTube: @LifeAcademyThePodcast⁠ ⁠Facebook: Life Academy The Podcast Private Community⁠ Wearing: Dena – King Csilla Alicia –Kmart baby! Learn more about your ad c…
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Sally O'Neil is an Author, Clinical Nutritionist, and recovered serial yo-yo dieter. She is the founder of The Status8020 Method™, which is a BALANCED, sustainable system for results that last a lifetime. After a 5+ year struggle with her own weight, diet and mindset, Sally’s made it her mission to empower other women to feel in control of food, an…
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This episode is next‑level magic, we sobbed our way through it and it might be our favourite episode so far ✨ We’re joined by the sensational Jessica Lynne, one of Australia’s most in-demand psychic mediums, live from Melbourne. Brace yourself baddies: Jessica did a live reading for us, and even now, we’re still reeling from how accurate it was. So…
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Hello friends, and welcome back to Tea with Jules. Welcome to Pt2 of Jules’ origin story. If you made it through Pt1 and have come back to close the rings on what happened next – it’s all here! From teaching singing in Adelaide, to styling Guy for his album shoot with two carloads of clothes and a dream in my heart to launch my fashion styling care…
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Today’s episode is very special for two reasons: We’re joined by the amazing Gemma-Ashley Kaplan, Dena’s big sister and best friend (Alicia is home sick – love you babe, and miss your magic). We got to sit down with our parenting hero and idol, the one and only Lael Stone. And honestly? It was everything. What a privilege. Whether you’re a parent, …
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Puberty, perfectionism, and taping up your titties, shit gets real as Alicia and Dena rewatch "Growing Pains" and take you behind the scenes of Dance Academy S1, Ep 8.. just for you guys as requested! 🎬 In This Episode: Reflecting on Abigail’s emotional battle with body image. Why this episode felt so personal for us in various ways. Real talk on p…
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Friends! I’m a little ball of nerves to put this poddy out there. Why? Because in this episode, I really go there. Like... right back to my $5.25 an hour Macca’s days, my short-lived jazz uni era (spoiler: I was a pop girl trying to scat), and the time I became an aerobics instructor in a lycra situation. Yes, truly. This week on Tea with Jules, Li…
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Canna Campbell is a Financial Planner and published author, with extensive experience spanning across corporate banking, boutique wealth management, television, radio, keynote speaking, podcasting and digital and social media production. Canna established her financial planning firm, ‘SASS Financial Services’, in 2007. She founded the financial med…
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Its another LIFE LATELY sesh with Alicia and Dena, from toddler sickness, fake tan disasters and our 40 under 40 lists. Plus goss about the upcoming Bali trip, Mayas birthday party and some makeup tips.. We have a good old bestie catchup and cant stop talking about our daughters as usual. we are also still in our POO era, someone make us t-shirts. …
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Behind Barres Baby! You know the drill, we are taking you behind the scenes and chatting all things Kat and Abi in episode 3 season 1, there is a lot to unpack and we dont hold back. Hopefully this inspires you to rewatch the series as we unravel all the BTS for you. Follow us at www.instagram.com/denaamy www.instagram.com/aliciabanit www.tiktok.co…
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In this week’s episode of Tea With Jules, I sit down with my good friend, manager, creative right-hand gal and brutal truth-teller, Lisa Johnston. We talk about corporate life, building confidence, pushing through judgement, and what it means to truly back yourself (and your people). Lisa is bold, brilliant, and has the rare ability to see the magi…
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Know the cycles, Know thy hormones, Know thy vagina! We have a fascinating conversation about honouring our cycles with Olivia Orchowski. Olivia Orchowski: creator, CEO, and visionary behind KYRI. Olivia is a passionate advocate for body literacy, cyclical living, and hormone intelligence and in this episode, she brings the wisdom. SHE IS SO BADASS…
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Kat John is an authenticity coach, podcaster, keynote speaker and author of a book called Authentic - Coming Home To Your True Self. Over her years, she has overcome some big stuff. From childhood sexual abuse, bulimia, drug addiction and chronic pain, to pain medication addiction and brain surgery. But over time and healing, Kat came back to her t…
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This week on Life Academy, we hit pause on the big themes and take a moment to check in with each other (and with you). It’s a much-needed life update and brain dump, where nothing is too small, too big, too chaotic, or too TMI. We debrief on everything from Dena’s recent car accident (she’s okay, but wow…) to Alicia’s ongoing house reno saga, to m…
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We asked, you delivered, and then some! This week on Life Academy, we’re diving into Part 1 of answering your burning questions, from juicy Dance Academy throwbacks to deep life chats, parenting, personal growth, and everything in between, nothing was off-limits. We got thousands of questions (literally), so we’ve hand-picked some of our favourites…
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Dr Joanna Bruce has been a GP for almost 20 years and a doctor for nearly 30 years. She trained in London as a doctor and a GP before moving to Australia in 2008 to work as a GP and raise her family. Joanna is also involved in training GPs and educating future generations of doctors. Over recent years, Joanna’s interest in women’s health has increa…
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In this very important episode, we’re joined by the brilliant Kasey Edwards. Researcher, bestselling author, and the powerhouse behind "Raising Girls Who Like Themselves". Kasey’s work has sparked a movement of empowered parenting, and today, she’s sharing her wisdom with us, including the pillars to raising girls to like themselves. 💬 In This Epis…
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Steph De Sousa—AKA The Frugal Foodie or steph_cooks_stuff on Instagram—is a passionate cook, author, mother of 4, and Instagram sensation. While living with her young family on the French-speaking island of Vanuatu for a short time, Steph worked as a hairdresser and makeup artist for weddings. It was here that the island taught her about buying and…
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This one’s brave and unforgettable. In todays episode, Alicia and Dena sit down with the incredible Tim Pocock, actor, composer and now author who shares his powerful journey of breaking free and finding truth. 💬 In This Episode: Tim opens up about growing up in and ultimately escaping a fundamentalist cult What it was like to endure and survive co…
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Fidan Shevket is an Accredited Family Law Specialist and Director at her firm. Fidan is a Lawyer by day, and a TikTok sensation at all the other times. At the time of this recording, Fidan has a whopping 1.1 million followers on her TikTok page, where she serves up content that is so relatable, you can’t stop watching. From making her salad lunches…
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This one’s raw, real, and just the beginning. In this episode Alicia and Dena sit down for Part 1 of a powerful series exploring their personal mental health journeys. 💬 In This Episode: Alicia opens up about her lifelong struggles with self-worth and the moments that cracked the facade Dena shares her road from addiction to recovery and the messy,…
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When I first heard Dr Hayley Watson speak at an event, I had no idea that we would later partner up to help thousands of kids in Australia with their mental health. Through the work of her in-school mental health program, Open Parachute, and the support of The Sebastian Foundation, we have been able to touch the lives of thousands of kids throughou…
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In this deliciously thought-provoking episode, we’re joined by Tammy and Eitam from Boosa, food therapy experts who are flipping the script on how we think about eating. Forget diets and calorie counting. This conversation is all about rediscovering the joy, memory, and meaning behind what nourishes us. 💬 In This Episode: How food therapy can heal …
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After a 4 year very long tea break, Tea with Jules is BACK! Jules has dusted off the mic, boiled the kettle, and is officially spilling the tea again. Our first episode has been hijacked by her husband, @guysebastian, who steals the mic and asks the questions. So yes, the guest becomes the host, and Jules gets put in the hot seat. They are coming i…
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We are cool moms now- Giving Birth Is Badass! This one’s for the mamas, past, present, and future. In this episode Alicia and Dena dive deep into the raw, wild, and awe-inspiring experience of becoming mothers. From the moments of conception to the miracle (and mayhem) of birth, they share their honest and powerful stories, the joyful highs, the sc…
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You asked, we delivered! In this special bonus episode, Alicia and Dena hit rewind and take you back to where it all began, the very first episode of Dance Academy. 🎬 In This Episode: Behind-the-scenes stories you’ve never heard Hilarious memories from their first day on set What it was like watching themselves as baby ballerinas Reflections on how…
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This one’s a deep dive. In Episode 4, Alicia and Dena open up about their personal journeys with body image from the pressures of the entertainment industry to the profound transformations brought on by motherhood. 💬 In This Episode: How growing up in front of cameras and dance studios shaped the way they saw their bodies The silent struggles that …
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In this very special episode, we’re joined by the one and only Thom Green — aka Sammy from Dance Academy. That’s right… we’ve brought our bestie back from the dead (not literally… or is it?) for a hilarious, heartfelt, and slightly chaotic reunion. 💬 In This Episode: Thom spills on life after Dance Academy We lovingly interrogate him about old time…
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