Well, hello anxiety with Dr Jodi Richardson

Dr. Jodi Richardson welcomes biohacking trailblazer Camilla Thompson to demystify the world of biohacking and make it accessible for everyday people. Far from being just for Silicon Valley elite or those with unlimited budgets, biohacking offers practical, evidence-based strategies that anyone can incorporate into their daily routine.

Camilla, a nutritionist, wellbeing coach, and author of the new book "Biohack Me," shares her pers...

In this special episode, Dr. Jodi Richardson welcomes two brilliant minds in child psychology for an in-depth conversation about supporting anxious children and their families.

Join Dr. Chris McCurry, clinical child psychologist and author of "Parenting Your Anxious Child with Mindfulness and Acceptance," alongside Emma Waddington, clinician, author, and founder of Us Therapy, as they explore the vital role parents play in helping ...

Dr. Jodi Richardson sits down with Yale and Stanford researcher Dr. Emma Seppälä to explore the profound science behind human connection and its impact on our mental wellbeing.

Dr. Seppälä, author of "The Happiness Track," shares groundbreaking research on how compassion and social connection serve as powerful antidotes to anxiety, stress, and burnout in our increasingly isolated world. From explaining the neuro...

In this gripping first installment of a two-part series, Dr. Jodi Richardson welcomes Yale and Stanford researcher Dr. Emma Seppälä, who reveals the traumatic 9/11 experience that changed her life forever. When traditional anxiety remedies failed her, a skeptical scientist discovered an ancient breathing practice that not only healed her own PTSD but would later transform the lives of war veterans who'd lost all hope.

Dr....

Dr. Jodi is joined by Sarah Macdonald, founder and director of Canine Comprehension, a pioneering organisation that uses therapy dogs to support emotional literacy and mental health in school communities across Victoria, Australia.

Sarah shares her own mental health journey and opens up a...

In this powerful follow-up conversation with Dr. Jodi Richardson - Jane O'Brien shares how she’s navigated life after her transplant with deep presence, gratitude, and inner strength. We explore the fleeting nature of illumination, and how she’s turned daily practices like meditation and gratitude into anchors for resilience.

Jane opens up about her e...

In this powerful and deeply emotional episode, host Jodi speaks with Jane O'Brien, a mother of three and former media professional, who shares her remarkable journey through chronic illness, resilience, and life-saving transformation. After being diagnosed at 38 with cystic fibrosis and bronchiectasis, Jane spent 15 years battling progressive lung disease and vocal cord paralysis. Her life changed...

Dr. Jodi Richardson continues her illuminating conversation with psychologist Jodie Wassner, diving into Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and its transformative approach for families navigating childhood anxiety.

What you'll learn:

• Why building connection and understanding must precede cognitive work with anxious children
• How to use the powerful ACT question: "Is that just something your mind is telling you?"
• Practical ...

In this insightful episode, Dr. Jodi Richardson sits down with Jodie (Jordana) Wassner, a neuro-affirming Educational and Developmental Psychologist with over 25 years of experience working with young people and their families across Melbourne and Sydney.

Drawing from both her professional expertise and personal lived experience with neurodivergence, Jodie shares her unique approach to supporting neurodivergent youth through radica...

Join Dr. Jodi Richardson in this powerful and deeply moving episode as she welcomes acclaimed author and psychotherapist Dr. Stephanie Dowrick to discuss her transformative new book, "Your Name is Not Anxious."

In this raw and vulnerable conversation, Dr. Dowrick invites listeners to reconsider their relationship with anxiety, describing it as a "coloniser" that takes over your identity and a "liar" that distorts your perception of...

An unforgettable conversation about trusting your instincts.

In this powerful episode, host, Dr. Jodi Richardson, sits down with Kathy Rhodes, who shares her harrowing yet ultimately triumphant battle with stage 3 cervical cancer. When she sensed something was wrong with her body, doctors repeatedly dismissed her concerns — but her persistence saved her life, leading to a diagnosis that changed everything.

Kathy takes us thro...

Expert insights on creating a more inclusive world for our children's mental wellbeing

This week, we're joined by renowned mental health professional Dr. Mark Cross for a profound conversation about the mental health challenges facing young people today.

Dr. Mark Cross shares eye-opening statistics from groundbreaking research and offers practical guidance for parents and caregivers navigating these crucial conversations. Together,...

What does it truly mean to live a happy life? This PART 2 of the conversation with our special guest Declan Edwards, a happiness researcher and the Founder of BU Happiness College, to explore the science and skills behind lasting well-being.

Declan shares insights into how we can make change toward happiness, the importance of accepting who we are, and highlights why you should create a happy organisation.

Even in our hardest ...

What does it truly mean to live a happy life? In this episode, we sit down with Declan Edwards, a happiness researcher and the Founder of BU Happiness College, to explore the science and skills behind lasting well-being.

Declan shares insights into hedonic vs. eudaimonic happiness, the importance of embracing emotions with curiosity, and how businesses can cultivate a culture of happiness. From ancient Greek philosophy to modern wo...

Many of us were raised to be “good girls” - girls who strive to perform perfectly, fearing criticism; who try to please everyone, fearing rejection; and who protect others, fearing abandonment.

In the short term, these behaviors often win us the appreciation, recognition, and love of others. But in the long term, they can lead to exhaustion, loss of self-identity, resentment, and worse.

In this powerful ep...

Anxiety doesn’t discriminate. While we know this to be true, it’s rare to hear from a Clinical Psychologist who not only works with patients to manage anxiety but also has a personal anxiety journey he's happy to talk about. In this engaging conversation Dr  Daniel Berends offers a unique perspective from both sides of the therapist’s couch. 

He shares his journey to becoming a Clinical Psychologi...

Dr Jodi's guest, Andrew Rooke, was emotionally and physically exhausted when he collected his last corporate paycheck. He was unfulfilled, in poor health, and knew something had to change. Through his own personal journey to living a vibrant, healthy, values-aligned life, Andrew began coaching others to do the same. He is now a sought-after transformational health and energy coach, guiding people to live with energy, wisdom, and op...

Everyone worries—it’s a perfectly human thing to do. But for some, worry is constant and all-consuming. It can even feel gut-wrenching at times when it’s out of control. Worry can not only make us feel emotionally drained and mentally overwhelmed but can also take a toll on our physical health, disrupting sleep and affecting our ability to focus and enjoy life. When we worry, our attention is dragged into the futu...

When a child is going through the process of receiving an autism diagnosis, it can be an incredibly challenging time for families. The uncertainty of not knowing what lies ahead, the emotional weight of the diagnosis, and the flood of questions about how to best support their child can feel overwhelming. Every family’s experience is unique, and the journey often comes with a mix of emotions—ranging from fear and confusi...