Best Justin Kerr Podcasts (2025)

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Dr Lucy Hone on the living loss of dementia 55:01

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When a loved one experiences dementia, grief does not wait for a tidy ending. Francesca and Louise sit down with resilience researcher and grief expert Dr Lucy Hone to talk about living loss and how to cope when someone you love is in ongoing cognitive decline. Later in the episode Helen Frank from Alzheimer’s Taranaki shares clear guidance on earl…

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The midlife rage no one warns you about 52:13

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Many women are blindsided in their 40s by a sudden return of explosive anger. Clinical neuropsychologist Caroline Gurvich joins Francesca and Louise to explain how hormonal changes can intensify stress, spark mood swings and leave women feeling unrecognisable to themselves. She also shares what helps: lifestyle shifts, medical support and the impor…

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What an athlete mindset can teach us about pressure 57:44

15d ago57:44

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What do top athletes know about pressure that the rest of us don’t? Dr Kylie Wilson is a mental skills and performance coach who has worked with Olympians, rugby stars and world champions. She joins Francesca and Louise to share some of the mental skills sports stars use that can also help us regular folks in our everyday life. Prepare to take note…

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Lorna Riley on divorce and dating 49:43

22d ago49:43

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Coast FM's Lorna Riley has been through two divorces and is now engaged again. Her message to women staring down a midlife separation is clear: it is hard, it is heart-breaking, but you can still build a good life on the other side. Lorna joins Louise and Francesca to talk about the financial and emotional toll of separation, finding herself back i…

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It's complicated: figuring out our relationship with alcohol 59:18

29d ago59:18

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Many women have a complex relationship with alcohol and how it impacts our health and wellbeing as we age. Master health coach, Ree George, joins Louise and Francesca to talk about the role alcohol plays in women's lives, how it impacts us physiologically and psychologically, and why many of us find ourselves drinking more as we deal with the stres…

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When women pay the price for paying the bills, with Nadine Higgins 55:31

1M ago55:31

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Rising costs are hitting every household in Aotearoa, but for many women there’s an added weight – the invisible job of managing the family’s money. In this episode of The Little Things, hosts Francesca Rudkin and Louise Ayrey admit they’ve ended up as the “household CFOs”, juggling bills and budgets by default. They’re joined by financial advisor …

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Could supplements be doing you more harm than good? 53:31

1M ago53:31

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The world of supplements can be overwhelming, but don't worry, we've got you! Naturopath Erin O'Hara joins Francesca and Louise to to help determine if you need supplements, how to select quality products, and make sense of trends and labelling. Discover when supplements can be helpful or even essential, versus when you're just wasting money (and p…

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How we should – and maybe shouldn’t – dress in our mid years, with Michiko Hylands 54:35

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This week, Francesca and Louise are joined by celebrity stylist Michiko Hylands to talk fashion after 40 and 50, and how to find your confidence and style as you get older. They discuss wearing colors and styles outside your comfort zone, finding flattering silhouettes for your body type, feeling confident and vibrant with age, investing in timeles…

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Dr Libby on the importance of iron in our overall health 51:41

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Do you constantly feel tired and exhausted no matter how much you sleep or rest? Have you been blaming it on stress or a busy life? The answer may be simpler than you think. This week, Francesca and Louise are joined by nutritional biochemist and author of Fix Iron First, Dr. Libby, to discuss the vital role iron plays in our energy levels and over…

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Running marathons and understanding our bodies - what we learned last season 6:48

2M ago6:48

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Francesca and Louise are back for Season 5 - but before they get into the new season, they are catching up on what they took away from Season 4, from grief to gut health, and the major change Louise has implemented. And there's still plenty more to cover, including dementia, alcohol, supplements, iron, fatigue and more. Be sure to subscribe and lis…

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Holly Wainwright on how she learnt to embrace mid-life and the best things about getting older 59:54

4M ago59:54

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For the last episode of the season, Francesca and Louise are joined by author, podcaster and editor with Mamamia, Holly Wainwright. The host of MID and co-host of Mamamia Out Loud, Wainwright has been telling women's stories for most of her career - but she wasn't sure what to expect when she approached middle age herself. She talks to Francesca an…

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Why menopause shouldn't hold you back from your exercise goals with Cathy Duffy 45:30

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Francesca and Louise have been trail running for several years now, and while they love it as a hobby, both know how menopause and ageing can have an impact on getting into exercise and maintaining it. So this week, they are talking to Cathy Duffy, a running coach with Mile 27 in Australia, and who also has a Bachelor of Human Movement Science. She…

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Why you aren't going to sort your life out and why that's a good thing with Oliver Burkeman 46:41

5M ago46:41

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Self-help books and advice gurus often promise big changes to revolutionise how you live your life, or push you to strive for perfection. But what if we accept the fact that we are mortal humans with a finite time on this Earth, with only so much ability to get things done - and if we place ourselves within that reality, is that when we can truly t…

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Why understanding your gut could be the key to a healthy life with Dr Will Bulsiewicz 55:12

5M ago55:12

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In the last few years, everyone has started talking about gut microbiome and how important it is to our health. Everything from longevity to mental health to disease resistance is now being linked to the gut - but how do we achieve a healthy gut microbiome? Do we really need probiotics or can lifestyle and diet alone help our gut to flourish? This …

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How to get the most out of therapy with Jacqui Maguire 49:32

5M ago49:32

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Therapy can be a useful tool for many of us for a variety of reasons, but often times finding the right person for the right price can be the first barrier in seeking help. So who should you see? How can you access what you need? What does it cost? And how do we get the best out of it? To help you sort through it, this week Francesca and Louise are…

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The secret to extending your lifespan with Dr Nicholas Koemel and Joanna Wane 41:56

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Stories about millionaires doing wacky things to decrease their biological age - like plasma transfusions with their teenage sons - have been doing the rounds over the last few years. But extending your lifespan can be done cheaply and easily. This week, Francesca and Louise talk to Dr Nicholas Koemer about the study he was a co-author on that look…

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Adolescence and the conversations you should have with your boys with Andrew Reiner 54:53

6M ago54:53

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The Netflix hit Adolescence has got everyone talking - in particular, it's sparked conversations around boys and young men, and what's causing them to be drawn in by the 'manosphere' online. This week, Francesca and Louise are joined by Andrew Reiner, author of Better Boys, Better Men: The New Masculinity, and a Senior Lecturer at Towson University…

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Why we need to change the way we think about grief with Dr Denise Quinlan 49:05

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Grief is something that we all experience in life - we all know what it is like to lose a loved one, be it a family member, friend, or even a pet. It doesn’t seem to matter how prepared you might be, how many times you have experienced it, or the circumstances around it, a devastating loss is just that – devastating. And finding the words to suppor…

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What to know when dealing with your GP with Dr Preeya Alexander 52:04

6M ago52:04

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Our GPs are people we rely on for a lot. A visit can be as simple as a 15 min appointment to establish if our sore throat is a viral or bacterial infection, but it is sometimes the start of a long and difficult pathway of diagnosis, treatment and hopefully recovery for any one of many illnesses and injuries that could befall us. They play a big rol…

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How to adapt your makeup routine as you age with Lisa Matson 53:18

6M ago53:18

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Many of us find a makeup routine that works, even if it takes years to get it right. But that doesn't mean that routine is always going to be the thing that works. This week, Francesca and Louise are joined by acclaimed local makeup artist Lisa Matson to discuss why our old routines don't work as we get older, and what we need to do to keep it work…

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Surviving the empty nest with Kerre Woodham 44:34

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This year Francesca and Louise have both sent a child off to university, and it has got them thinking about the empty nest and how to cope. To discuss, Newstalk ZB host Kerre Woodham joins them to get her insights into watching her daughter leave home, leave the country, and raise a family - and why your kids leaving home isn't the end of the world…

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Why a metabolism reset is key to sorting your energy levels with Lara Briden 51:28

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Francesca and Louise are back for a new season, and to kick things off, they are joined by Christchurch-based Canadian naturopath and author of The Metabolism Reset, Lara Briden, to discuss the key role metabolism plays in maintaining our energy levels, hunger and weight, and what you need to do if things are feeling a little off. See omnystudio.co…

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What we've learned so far - from relationship tips to avoiding sextortion scams! 12:58

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The Little Things is coming back for Season 4 next week, but before the new season gets underway, Francesca and Louise are catching up on what they learned last season, including improving their family relationships, getting more protein into their diets, and how Francesca avoided being caught in a sextortion scam! New episodes are back from March …

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Everything to know about weight loss drugs with Professor Jeremy Krebs 43:54

11M ago43:54

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For the final episode of the season, Francesca and Louise are discussing one of the hot topics of lifestyle and wellbeing at the moment - weight loss drugs. Ever since Ozempic hit the market in the US, it's all anyone can talk about - but how do these drugs work, and can you even get them in New Zealand? To discuss this, they are joined by Professo…

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How to reset your healthy habits with Erin O'Hara 51:28

12M ago51:28

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Forget New Year Resolutions - with the clocks having recently reset, and the school holidays coming to an end, now is the last chance many women will have to reset their healthy habits before the Christmas rush takes over the last few months of the year. With some tips of how to create these habits and stick to them, today Francesca and Louise are …

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Sex, communication and betrayal: All things intimacy with Jo Robertson 45:48

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Intimacy in a relationship is about more than just sex - but good intimacy and honest communication can help your relationship avoid any pitfalls in that area as well. This week, Francesca and Louise are joined by sex therapist Jo Robertson to discuss everything you need to know about intimacy, from being honest about sex, to simple things to keep …

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What women need to know about cardiac health with Dr Cara Wasywich 47:10

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Heart disease is the biggest killer of people in New Zealand, including women, yet it is still often seen as a male issue. This episode, Francesca and Louise discuss their own heart and cholesterol journeys and get advice and insight from leading cardiologist, Dr Cara Wasywich. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Understanding the middle aged male with Matt Heath and Dr Dougal Sutherland 50:53

1y ago50:53

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The Little Things usually talks about the issues facing women of a certain age - but sometimes, those issues can be caused by their husbands or partners. So today, Francesca and Louise are turning their attention on middle-aged men - why do men get so down as they get older, how can they open up, and is 'male menopause' really a thing? To discuss t…

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What you really need to know about nutrition with Dr Stacy Sims 46:23

1y ago46:23

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When it comes to nutrition and what you put into your body, there is so much information out there about what not to do and what to do instead that it can be difficult to know the truth. This week, Francesca and Louise are joined once again by NZ-based leading expert on women's health and fitness, Dr Stacy Sims, to discuss all things nutrition, hyd…

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Your guide to making friends and maintaining good relationships with Dr Hannah Korrel 42:37

1y ago42:37

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Making friends as a kid is easy work. As an adult? Not so much. From knowing how many friends you should have, to working through relationships that might be too toxic, juggling friends in adulthood is sometimes as complicated as your playground relationships. This week, Francesca and Louise are joined by Dr Hannah Korrel, author of How to Break Up…

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Sextortion and online scams: How to keep your kids safe online with Olivia Carville and Sean Lyons 51:13

1y ago51:13

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Parents always want to keep their kids safe in any circumstance, and always have. But with the rise of social media, that has become a more difficult task. Today, Francesca and Louise talk with US-based Kiwi journalist Olivia Carville on her investigation into the extent of sextortion scams targeting teen boys there, and then get advice on what par…

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All you need to know about going grey and cosmetic procedures with Brad Lepper and Dr Cat Stone 1:00:54

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The physical effects of ageing can be difficult for many of us to accept. Whether we’re going grey or starting to develop wrinkles, a lot of us will do anything to avoid watch our bodies change. But there are plenty of cosmetic procedures available to help slow down those signs of ageing, from botox to dying your hair, that can help people feel mor…

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Caring for ageing parents: What you need to know with Esther Perriam 45:55

1y ago45:55

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It’s a topic no one ever wants to think about, but people are being urged to plan early for their parent’s care as they got older. New Zealand’s population is continuing to grow - Stats NZ estimated in 2022 that the number of people 65 years or older would hit 1 million by 2028, which would equate to 1 in 5 New Zealanders. With more of us getting o…

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Why women are the 'perfect employees' and how to let your bosses know it with Jo Cribb 46:01

1y ago46:01

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There are plenty of barriers in place when it comes to women in the workplace - not just from the gender pay gap, but the way mothers and middle-aged women are treated by their employers. To discuss how to break down those walls and be valued by your employer, this week Francesca and Louise are joined by women's employment advocate and head of her …

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What you need to know about HRT with Dr Samantha Newman 41:15

1y ago41:15

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The Little Things is back for Season 3, and for the first episode, Francesca and Louise are digging into one of the most contentious topics in women's health at the moment - Hormone Replacement Therapy. Dr Samantha Newman joins to discuss all you need to know about the treatment and hormone changes in women, and why she thinks HRT is worth trying. …

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From parenting to staying healthy - what we've learned so far 12:36

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Season 3 of The Little Things is coming out soon - but before that happens, Francesca and Louise are catching up on everything they've learnt from the first two seasons - what have they changed, what are they still working on, and what do they still need to learn? Season 3 returns from August 3rd. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information…

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The latest menopause research and what it means for you with Dr Ginni Mansberg 48:09

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For the last episode of the season, we're revisiting one of the key topics all women need to know about - menopause. A lot has changed in just a few years, with Dr Ginni Mansberg re-releasing her book, The M Word, later this month to address the latest research. And with the latest research come some myths that need debunking. See omnystudio.com/li…

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Why bearing the mental load is not 'pre-installed' in women with Dr Robyn Miller 39:53

1+ y ago39:53

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The Mental Load Project is advocating for a change in how heterosexual relationships operate - and that means not placing all the burden of organising kids, the household, and sometimes the partner, on the wife and mother. Dr Robyn Miller joins Francesca and Louise to discuss the mental load, how to recognise it, and how to have the conversation ab…

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The key to getting a good night's sleep with Dr Michael Mosley 50:59

1+ y ago50:59

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This weekend marks the end of daylight saving - and that means a big jolt to our sleep cycles. Looking at the other 354 days of the year, how do we get a good night's sleep? This week, Francesca and Louise talk with Dr Michael Mosley, author of the new book 4 Weeks to Better Sleep: A life-changing plan for deep sleep, improved function and feeling …

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From ADHD to autism - understanding neurodiversity with Anton Ashcroft 41:59

1+ y ago41:59

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The last few years have seen a spike in people being diagnosed with a neurodivergent condition, such as ADHD, autism, anxiety or OCD. It's something Francesca has had personal experience with, so to help other parents and adult women going on their own journeys, she and Louise talk all things neurodiversity with Anton Ashcroft, registered psycholog…

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Tackling body image issues for you and your kids with Claire Turnbull 45:13

1+ y ago45:13

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Worries about body image are one of those issues that transcends age, gender and shape - whether worrying about being too skinny, too fat, not muscly enough, plenty of us have concerns about how we look. Registered nutritionist Claire Turnbull joins the podcast this week to discuss how women can come to terms with their own bodies, and what to do w…

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How to start exercising and do it from home with Kyra Seiler 42:57

1+ y ago42:57

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Going for a run, going to the gym, or just starting to exercise in general after a long pause can be pretty daunting. So how do we get back into it, where should our focus be, and how can we do it from home if we don't want to go to the gym? This week, Francesca and Louise talk with personal trailer and resistance strength specialist Kyra Seiler. S…

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Endometriosis, hysterectomies and your menstrual cycle: What you need to know with Dr Amelia Ryan 41:53

1+ y ago41:53

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Most women pre-menopause menstruate every month. However, a recent New Zealand study showed functional menstrual literacy is as low as 50 percent, while 38 percent of those who menstruate don’t know the normal length of a period. So what do we need to know about our menstrual cycle? And from endometriosis to hysterectomies, what do we need to know …

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The truth about anti-ageing skincare with Dr Cara McDonald 43:41

1+ y ago43:41

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It's hard to avoid being bombarded with advertisements and different products that all vow to reverse the signs of ageing - but do any of them actually work, or are there some very inexpensive methods we can use that are a lot more effective? Dr Cara McDonald, co director and principal dermatologist at Complete Skin Specialists in Melbourne, joins …

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How to raise teens in an age of anxiety and judgement with Dr Justin Coulson 51:07

1+ y ago51:07

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It's tough being a teenager these days, with constant access to phones not helping with anxiety - and it's just as hard being a parent, often for the same reasons of competitiveness and comparison with others. Dr Justin Coulson has written one of the definitive modern books on parenting, all while raising six kids himself. He joins Francesca and Lo…

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Elise Loehnen on the societal pressures women face and how to overcome them 46:08

1+ y ago46:08

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Until 2020, Elise Loehnen seemed like she had it al. As the Chief Content Officer at Gwyneth Paltrow's GOOP, she was helping lead the way at one of the most talked about brands in the world. That's until her anxiety caught up with her, and she realised that was she was chasing after an impossible lie. She joins Francesca and Louise to discuss how t…

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How to stay mobile as you get older with Juliet Starrett 44:15

1+ y ago44:15

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Mobility may not be the sexiest topic around - something fitness advocate Juliet Starrett is very aware of. However, more and more data shows how poor mobility can be a major health risk as you get older - and something as basic as struggling to get up off the floor should spark warning signs. Juliet joins Francesca and Louise today to discuss simp…

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Avoiding burnout and managing your brain health with Jude Walter 50:05

1+ y ago50:05

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The Little Things is back for Season 2! And as we leave summer holidays behind and settle back into our regular routine, how do we avoid getting overwhelmed and hitting a wall in all aspects of our lives? Today, Francesca and Louise are joined by Jude Walter from Brainfit.World to discuss her experience with burnout, and the tips she has learned ov…

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The Little Things - Season 2 coming soon 0:53

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Listen to new episodes from February 3rd wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By NZ Herald

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The best ways to delay cognitive decline with Dr Ginni Mansberg 45:52

2+ y ago45:52

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For the last episode in this season of The Little Things, Francesca and Louise are talking to Dr Ginni Mansberg about her new book, Save Your Brain. She shares what she has learned about delaying dementia and cognitive decline, including what people need to know about drinking, work, sleep, blood pressure and coffee. You will be surprised about whi…