Messie Minds

Why do we love Becca Bloom when she’s clearly living in luxury, born into money, and practically floats around in vintage designer robes? In this episode, we break down the Becca Bloom Effect — the rare case of a nepobaby who doesn’t give the ick.

We unpack why Becca’s soft, subtle rich girl energy feels warm and aspirational — while others just feel like a flex with a filter. But it goes deeper than the Instagram grid:
🧠 Do the...

You’ve ticked the boxes: career wins, personal growth, glow-ups galore. But now, for the first time, there’s no big goal, no chaos, no “next thing” to chase… and it feels weirdly unsettling.

Welcome to freedom anxiety, the strange little space where success meets stillness, and purpose feels a little blurry.

In this episode, Mary and Jessie unpack what it means to exist in the in-between. When you’re not working towards marriage, ba...

Struggling to stay motivated? Constantly procrastinating or stuck in perfectionism? In this episode of Messie Minds, we’re unpacking the sneaky bad habits that might be sabotaging your success — from comparison spirals and burnout to fear of failure and toxic productivity.

Join us as we get real about the mindset traps keeping us stuck, share personal stories, and offer practical tips to help you break the cycle and finally move for...

Ever wondered what your true spirit animal is? No, not the basic zodiac signs—we’re talking Primal Astrology 🌀, the wildest mix of horoscopes and animal energies!

This week, Jessie & Mary dive deep into this gimmicky (but strangely accurate?) astrology trend, uncover their own Primal Zodiac spirit animals, and decide if the universe really gets them. 🧐✨

Is it spooky accurate or just pure nonsense? Tune in and find out! 🎧

Drop y...

Cultural appreciation vs. cultural appropriation — where’s the line, and why does it feel so ✨awkward✨ to talk about?

This week on Messie Minds, we’re getting into the messy middle of what it really means to engage with a culture that isn’t your own. From boba milk tea drama and festival fits to celebrity flops (lookin’ at you, Kasey's ao dai moment), we’re unpacking it all with our usual mix of chaos, curiosity, and ✨calling oursel...

This week on Messie Minds, we’re joined by mental health advocate and founder of Mind Blank, Ally Kelly.

We dive deep into her powerful journey from lived experience to launching a nationwide charity focused on suicide prevention and early mental health education.

Ally shares how creative tools like theatre and storytelling are being used in schools and communities to start life-saving conversations before crisis hits. We talk a...

What do Sonny Angels, Popmart's Labubus, and your inner child have in common? Apparently… everything.

This week on Messie Minds, we’re unboxing our latest obsession (literally): blind boxes. We dive into the cute, chaotic world of collectible toys — from the thrill of not knowing what you’ll get, to the strangely emotional high of finding that rare piece 🫠

But it’s more than just toys. We’re taking it back to childhood memories, unp...

✨ In this episode of Messie Minds, we’re joined by spiritual guide, self-love coach, and tarot reader Eli Celestial to explore all things energy, healing, and manifestation. We talk about how she began her journey into self-love coaching, her experiences with Reiki and energy healing, and a wild story about an accidental paranormal encounter 👻.

Jessie and Mary also get their very first oracle card reading live on the podcast—so if ...

Let’s talk about it… not everything deserves the hype.

In this week’s ep, we’re diving headfirst into the de-influencing trend and giving our ✨unfiltered✨ takes on the most overrated fashion fits, beauty products, lifestyle must-haves, tech gadgets, and even some way too hyped restaurants. 👀

From $80 lip oils to sad salad spots with mood lighting, we’re calling it how we see it — no gatekeeping, no sugar-coating, and absolutely no a...

Calling all event lovers, wedding vendors, and creative girlies or girlies getting ready for marriage —this one’s for you! 🎉

In this juicy episode of Messie Minds, we chat with Christine Do, the brilliant boss behind The Social Precinct — a boutique marketing agency that's shaking up the wedding and events scene. Christine spills the tea on how to capture all the perfect moments on your special day and how she found her pl...

Friendships aren’t just about vibes—they’re about math too?!

🤯 This week, Jessie & Mary break down Dunbar’s Number, the idea that we can only maintain a certain number of friendships at once.

How do proximity, energy, and timing shape the people we keep close? And how do friendships shift as life changes? We’re getting real about making (and keeping) connections that matter. 💛

Share this with a friend who’s stuck with you throu...

In round two with animal-behaviour guru Rose Bao, we flip the mic and let her run a mini “discovery call” live on air. Think of it as behavioural speed-dating for you and your pup.

By the end, we felt seen, our dogs felt heard, and Jessie was ready to book the real thing. If you’ve ever wished your pet came with subtitles, Rose’s discovery call is basically the trailer. Get your notepad — and maybe a handful of treats — before you h...

This week on Messie Minds, we’re joined by the brilliant and big-hearted Rose Bao — an animal behaviourist who works closely with dogs and their humans to decode what’s really going on beneath the tail wags and tantrums.

PSA: She’s not a dog trainer. And no, she’s definitely not a “dog whisperer.” Rose is all about the science, psychology, and emotional intelligence behind your pet’s behaviour — helping you understand the why, not j...

This week on Messie Minds, we’re talking about the all-female Blue Origin space mission that had the internet in orbit! 🚀💅

👩‍🚀 From Katy Perry floating in zero gravity to claims of it being a "girlboss PR stunt," we’re unpacking the glam, the goals, and the drama behind the Origin Blue launch.

Was it an empowering moment for women in STEM? Or just another billionaire-backed space selfie mission? 🌍📸

👯‍♀️ Plus, we get m...

Your fave chaotic duo is BACK, baby. After an 8-month whirlwind of Mercury in Retrograde, mental breakdowns, grief, growth, and ✨healing-ish✨… we're dusting off the mics and diving into Season 6 of Messie Minds 💥

In our first episode, we’re catching you up on everything – from life milestones and messy moments to Mary’s trip to Japan 🇯🇵 and Jessie’s journey through grief, growth, and a whole lot of “wtf is happening” energy.

It’s ...

As we wrap up an incredible season and year, join us for a cozy girls' chat about our upcoming concerts, events, and travels for the rest of 2024. From exciting destinations to unforgettable experiences, we're sharing all the details. Plus, we dive into the latest TikTok trend, "Very Demure, very mindful" and why it's taking the internet by storm! ✈️🎶✨

1. Our upcoming concerts - Neyo, The Weeknd - the Wee...

From growing up on a farm in small-town Portarlington to becoming a successful buyer's advocate in Melbourne, Kevin Ni has an incredible story to share. 🌾✨

In this episode, Kevin opens up about his humble beginnings, the challenges he faced, and how he built his own business advocating for people looking to buy and invest in property.

We dwelve into:

1. His humble beginnings, inspirations and how he landed in real estate; 🏡
2. Per...

Ever felt like you’re not being heard at work? This week, we dive deep into practical strategies for advocating for yourself in the workplace. From negotiating raises to setting boundaries, we cover it all. And we're excited to have our part-time cohost Russel Perdio join the conversation! 🎧✨

• Advocating for a promotion/payrise
• Strategies on how to advocate for yourself
• Setting boundaries and learning to say NO
• Looking for ...

Girlhood refers to the period in a female's life from childhood to adolescence, encompassing the experiences, activities, and cultural influences that shape her identity during these formative years. It's a time marked by exploration, self-discovery, and significant social and emotional development. After watching our friend blossom and live out her BEST life, we were inspired!

So this week we reflect on our nostalgic jo...