The Brunch Files
Life in your 30s can be a wild ride. It’s filled with successes, setbacks, moments when you question everything and plenty of breakthroughs along the way. As your podcast hosts, Tegan and Rachel, we’re here to chat about the delicious chaos of adulthood; in other words, everything you talk to your friends about at brunch, and we mean the bottomless kind! We share our experiences, insights, adventures (and misadventures) as we navigate this exciting and sometimes downright outrageous period of our lives. With new episodes every week, this is your place to toast the highs and lows of life in your 30s.
Episodes
On the menu this week we’re diving into mumdentity: the messy, beautiful, sometimes confusing journey of figuring out who you are after becoming a mum. We got so much insightful feedback from our listeners and we hope you enjoy this episode.
Resources for parent:
PANDA (Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia) panda.org.au. Helpline: 1300 726 306
Pregnancy, Birth and Baby (PBB) - pregnancybirthbaby.org.au. Phone: 1800 882 436 (7...
On the menu this week we’re jumping on the trend and discussing propaganda we won’t be falling for and some we have over the years.
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On the menu this week we’re talking about the pressure to keep up with the Joneses. You know what we mean, the pressure to buy the new car, go on the holiday, or buy into the latest fashion trends.
We’ve all fallen into the trap of comparing ourselves to everyone else from time to time so today we talk about our experiences and how we manage it because after all comparison is the thief of joy!
On the menu today, we’re talking all about one of our favourite things in the world, BOOK CLUB!
How we started it, how we run it, and our thoughts on the books we’ve read so far.
We also give a few of our favourite recent reads, in case you’re in a reading rut!
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On the menu this week Tegan and Justine discuss 30 things they've learned in their 30s and cover everything from boundaries, to budgeting to the importance of daily SPF.
What would you add to the list?
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On the menu this week Rachel and Justine are chatting green juice, ice baths and inner child healing — what's actually helping and what’s just popular.
We chat about what’s evidence-based vs. what’s just trending, and what we do out of obligation vs what we do because we enjoy it!
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One the menu this week, money!
We talk money stresses, spending guilt, saving, investing, aligning spending with our values, and the joys of a good splurge. Justine also shares her top money saving hacks, and we share some of your feedback to our money questions.
Remember this episode is NOT financial advice and you should always talk to a financial advisor or other financial professional about your specific circumstances.
On the menu this week we’re talking about the 2025 Australian Federal Election which, at the time of publishing, is this coming Saturday.
We’re privileged to have the opportunity to have a say on who is running our country and in this episode Tegan and Rachel give you a crash course on the Australian political system, the major and minor parties in the mix and the policies they’ve put forward as part of their election campaigns.
On the menu this week, Rachel and Justine talk about why they're happily childfree. Our listeners weigh in with their opinions, thoughts and questions on the topic!
(We’re so grateful to Justine for stepping in and cohosting for a few weeks while Tegan takes some time off to spend with her new daughter Hazel.)
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On the menu this week we’re talking about the catch up trap. You know the trap we all fall into as adults that when we see our friends we end up just “catching up” and talking about what’s been happening at work, with our partners, children etc rather than doing new things and making new memories together
We’re so grateful to Justine for stepping in and cohosting for a few weeks while Tegan takes some time off to spend with her new...
On the menu this week Rachel is joined by Justine for a real chat about body image. The girls discuss their own struggles with body image and the impact of media, instagram and society.
We’re so grateful to Justine for stepping in and cohosting for a few weeks while Tegan takes some time off to spend with her new daughter Hazel.
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On the menu today we have something a little bit different with Tegan’s husband Shaun talking about their struggle to conceive from his perspective.
We so often hear about infertility from the woman’s side so we’re incredibly grateful to Shaun for opening up about his experience.
This was recorded last year, while Tegan and Shaun were in the midst of their struggle to conceive.
If you’ve been through this, or are currently going thr...
On the menu this week we have part two of our chat with fertility expert and naturopath Jacqui Lamplugh.
Jacqui answers all your questions about fertility, supplements, trying to conceive, male factor fertility and so much more.
Be sure to follow Jacqui on social media @jacquilamplugh.
You can also learn more about Jacqui and the incredible work she does via her website www.JacquiLamplugh.com
On the menu this week, Tegan bravely opens up about her fertility journey.
Recorded last year, during the most difficult time of her life, this is an open and honest conversation about the struggle of unexplained infertility, miscarriage and the traumatic cycle of trying to conceive without success.
If you’ve been through this, or are currently going through it, we really hope this episode makes you feel less alone. And if you are s...
On the menu this week we’re talking about how to nurture and navigate friendships even when life is pulling you in totally different directions. We share feedback from our listeners and what’s worked for us when our friendships have gone through periods of change.
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Music: Music from #Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/andrey-rossi/seize...
On the podcast this week we are talking about women’s health and covering everything from hormones to hot flushes with naturopath, Jacqui Lamplugh.
Jacqui was so generous with her time and knowledge and we loved having her on the show. Be sure to follow her on social media @jacquilamplugh.
You can also learn more about Jacqui and the incredible work she does via her website www.JacquiLamplugh.com
On the menu this week we’re talking about mental health. Ups and downs and what we do to support good mental health, and when and how we’ve sought help when we needed it.
If you’re struggling remember you’re not alone and support is available. Some helpful resources are linked below.
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Previous episode we referenced:
34: “I’ll be there for you” - how to be the best friends we can be
It’s 2025 and on the menu this week we’re reflecting on the ins and outs we set ourselves for 2024, how we’re feeling about the year ahead and share some exciting Brunch Files news!
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On the menu this week we’re catching up on what’s been happening in our lives in the last few weeks, plans for Christmas, 2024 highlights and reflections and more!
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On the menu we’re talking all the Gen Z fashion trends that we feel we’re not cool enough to pull off.
Think everything from sweater vests, to dad sneakers to baggy jean shorts and everything in between. If you’re a millennial struggling to let go of the waist tuck and ankle socks, this episode is for you!
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