She Said It Out Loud with Emma Young

In this episode, I sit down at the Watson’s Bay Hotel in Sydney to chat with the multi-talented Marney McQueen—actress, comedian, musical performer, marriage celebrant, DJ and publican—whose journey is as colourful as her career. Our story begins with a meeting at a celebrant conference in Coogee in 2019, followed by spontaneous adventures from Wyong to Broome. Over the years, Marney’s generosity and vibrant spirit have left a last...

The episode opens with a warm welcome to Lauren, where we reflect on her reputation for authenticity and skill as a celebrant, and what its like working alongside her professional wedding photographer husband, Rhys.

Path to Becoming a Celebrant
●The conversation explores Lauren’s motivation for becoming a celebrant, revealing personal insights and the influence of her partnership with Rhys, a professional wedding photo...

Ever wondered what it takes to be an Avian and Exotic pet Veterinarian, plus pet content creator plus have time to prioritise health?

In this episode, I chat with Dr Liv, a dedicated vet, content creator for Pet Circle, and proud rabbit/cat mum. We explore how Dr Liv balances a busy professional life with personal passions, fitness, and animal care.

Journey into Veterinary Medicine

• Dr Liv shares her path into v...

In this episode, Flossy Morrison, or Floss as most people know her, sits with me in her living room in Perth to chat all things fridge rosters, meal prep and what it takes to be a bodybuilder. She is a mum of 4 and has competed in a few bodybuilding comps in Perth. I actually married Floss in Broome 4 years ago to her handsome husband John and I have been following her on her socials over the past few years witnessing her incredibl...

Have you ever dreamt of changing careers and just going and diving right in on a gut feeling?

In this episode, I sit down with my friend I’ve known for 20 years, Emma Krause. She is better known as Sue Finlay, the lady from the Oz Lotto ads, was a semi-finalist in Australia’s got talent and decided to become a comedian at 40!

In this episode we cover:

• We discuss how she decided to become a comedian at age 40 and to sidestep a...

How does she juggle being a full time celebrant, voice over artist and Mum and still manage to stay sane! I want to know!

Today’s episode features the very talented Candice Bydder. Former entertainment journalist, full time award winning celebrant, voice over artist, wife and mother of two. 

Candice sits with me and we discuss how she manages to juggle it all! Her work load is no joke but she seems to have it covered and is able to m...

Welcome to 2026! A new year, a new you or maybe even a new purpose?

 In this solo episode, I discuss what my plans are for 2026 and what I’m wanting to work on for the first half of the year.

In this episode we cover:

• I discuss reflecting back on the past few years and setting out to achieve my goals.
• Starting my training qualifications and Celebrant course and how once I set my mind to something, I get shit done.
• I explain how star...

Ever wondered what it means by Making a Shift? In life, in personal identity, and in friendships.

In this solo episode, I discuss what it means to make a shift, a term I learnt this year from my Nana. I also go into detail about making sure you don’t take on too much during the festive season and try to remember what it's all really about.

In this episode we cover:

• What does it means to Make a shift?
• I discuss the convers...

Have you ever wondered what things a Gen Z woman thinks are the challenges they face compared to a millennial or Gen X women?

In this episode, Damar and I discuss all the juicy things, from training Jiu jitsu and Muay Thai, to being an only child, to what it’s like to have a partner who is 18 years older. Damar is my first Gen Z guest and we dive into several topics, some that I hadn’t even planned on asking but the conversation nat...

Ever met someone that can only be described as the human equivalent of sunshine?

Ash Williamson is THAT woman!

 In this episode I sit down with the ambitious Ash Williamson and discuss what it was like starting a business at 25, to then sell it 7 years later still in its peak to then go on and enjoy the year of yes! What’s this you ask? Ash decided that she would yes to all those things she had wanted to learn or do but hadn’t had th...

Ever met someone that is magnetic, inspiring and authentic and can be described as an elegantly strong woman? Taliah Payne is that to a T! 

In this episode I sit down with the unstoppable Taliah Payne, a Nimanburr, Djugan and Yawuru woman who’s rebuilt herself more times than most people realise. She takes us into the real stuff, growing up in chaos, losing her voice as a kid, being homeless at uni and landing on her auntie’s d...

Ever looked back at a relationship and thought, “How the hell did I get myself into that mess?”

And that’s exactly what my guest Sarah Fowler (or as I call her, Fowler) and I talk about in this raw-as-guts episode. Thirty-two years of friendship means no filter, no sugarcoating, and a whole lotta laughter between the heavy stuff.

We go from stealing letterboxes in our teenage years (yep, we were feral) to Fowler’s wild journey across...

Ever looked at yourself and thought… “Shit, maybe I’m the problem”?

Welcome to the very first episode of She Said It Out Loud, where I introduce myself properly, no filters and definitely no “I’m just so passionate about personal growth” crap. This is me, Emma Young: wife, mum of two teenage girls, teacher, celebrant, major Swiftie and ex–judgmental bitch (yep, I said it).

In this episode, I talk about how growing up in Ger...

Want to hear real, raw, and inspiring stories from ambitious women who aren’t afraid to say it out loud?

In this trailer Emma Young shares what you can expect from She Said It Out Loud. You’ll learn why this podcast is your space for honest, funny, and powerful conversations with women from all walks of life, whether they’re business leaders, stay-at-home mums, or women who’ve overcome huge challenges.

By listening, you’ll gain fresh...