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'It just has to be Sorrow and Bliss!' When I asked The Grown-Up Girls BookClub OG star Jules (Julie Collard) what book she thought we just had to do for bookclub, she didn't even need a minute to think. Sorrow and Bliss by Aussie author Meg Mason had her vote!
So, my friends, in this episode Jules and I take a particularly deep dive into this great book.Sorrow and Bliss is Meg Mason's 3rd book and was released in September 2020. The book is best described as a series of vignettes written by 40 year old Martha in the aftermath of her separation from her husband. She is thinking back over her life and trying to better understand it, and more importantly, herself. It is both hilarious and heartbreaking - the title is competely apt!
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The Yield is a long overdue inclusion in our book club. Winner of the 2020 Miles Franklin award, it is a powerful book that at its core highlights the power and healing ability of language.
In this episode, I am joined by my great friend and fellow book worm, Kate Walker to discuss this powerful tale.
Written by Wiradjuri writer Tara June Winch, the Yield is a powerful read that at its core highlights the power, importance and healing ability of language. It also focuses a spotlight on the damage of intergenerational trauma, cultural dispossession and what belonging and home really mean. Check out the website here for more information. -
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'The Bold Type' has been a favourite binge watch for many this year, so of course it had to be properly workshopped! In this episode, I am joined by Mandy Newman to talk about this show that brought us both joy - Marie Kondo would be proud!
An American TV series that is available for binge watching on Stan here in Australia, The Bold Type focuses on the lives of three millennial women, portrayed by Katie_Stevens, Australian Aisha Dee and Meghann Fahy, all of whom are employed at a fictional global publication called Scarlet in New York City.
It is inspired by the real life and career of former editor-in-chief of US Cosmopolitan magazine, Joanna Coles, who is also an executive producer of the series.
Mandy and I discuss our favourite characters, talk fashion, how COVID clearly affected the filming of the final episode and workshop the criticism that we believe the show has unfairly received. We also manage to squeeze in mentions and updates of our other favourite shows of the moment including ClickBait, YellowStone, Virgin River & The Parisian Agency.
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I'm so delighted to br bringing you another book by Curtis Sittenfeld. Published in 2016, Eligible in Sittenfeld's modern retelling of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice. In this episode, I am joined by my great friend Maddie Thomson to workshop this terrific book. Check out the website here for more details about this episode.
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In this episode, I chat wth author Dianne O'Brien about her memoir, Daughter of A River Country. It was such a pleasure and honour to speak with Aunty Di. She is a truly inspiring lady who has demonstrated the most extraordinary ability to both love and forgive.
You can buy the book here.
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It's Women's Health Week so I am joined by Sydney GP Dr Annette Skarschewski to discuss the biggest health challenges facing women and what screening tests and checks are available to use to ensure our health is in th best shape possible. Please check out the website for a list of all the recommendations Dr Annette provided during the episode. Thanks for being part of The Grown-Up Girls Report.
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In this episode of the podcast, I workshop Aussie author and journalist Jacqueline Maley's first book - The Truth About Her - with my great friend Louise Talbot. Both Lou and I loved this book. Jacqueline's commentary on motherhood, parenting and the morality of asking the big questions is very thought provoking, We gave it a 9/10! A score that is not often shared!
You can buy the book here.
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I don't know about you but 8 weeks into lockdown and I have a few beauty concerns. Most importantly, my roots and my eyebrows. In this episode, I run you through my favourite hacks that have helped me manage thes quite troubling situations - until professional help becomes available!! For all the details about the products discussed, please visit our website here. Thanks for listening! Alex xx
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Mandy Newman and I are back in your ears to talk TV - one of our favourite hobbies and skills - yes, let's claim it! And in this episode, we talk Virgin River Season 3. Mandy and I had both been counting the days till this season of this idyllic TV show dropped. And while we were both so delighted to have something to watch during lockdown here in Sydney, we dissect this season - warts and all. And amongst the chat, we also talk about Mandy's latest song If I Don't, Why Do You? It's awesome, by the way. We also talk about what else we have been dedicating our TV time to: Superstore, The Heights, Mr In Between and Bosch. Thanks for listening! Alex x
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I'm such a fan of saving a dollar or 2 when I can but I hate compromising on quality. So, in this episode, makeup artist, and good friend of the show Susan Napper runs us through her favourite budget alternatives to some of the cult beauty products many of us are obsessed with aka dupes. Check out the show notes here for Susan's full list of must have beauty dupes. Happy listening! Alex xx
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In this episode, I share with you my take on this wonderful book by Aussie author Laura Bloom. A celebration of female friendship, The Women and The Girls transports you back to the 70's when Abba hit Sydney and highlights the changing role of women and their search for independence and a voice. It's a great lockdown read!
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Welcome to the first official edition of The Grown-Up Gils Report TV Chat. With lockdown life a seemingly permanent part of our new normal, a regular TV Chat seems essential! In this episode, I am joined my kindred spirit and fellow talented TV viewer, Mandy Newman, to discuss SexLife - Netflix's latest show. Mandy and I have VERY different views of this worldwide phenomena. And we'd love to hear yours too. So, join us on the socials for the chat. Alex xx
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You'd be hard pressed to find many peeps who haven't experienced a lockdown, quarantine or stay at home directive over the last 18 months. COVID has certainly changed the way we live. In this episode, I workshop the lockdown blues with you, as I sit out another prolonged lockdown here in Sydney. Whether you live alone or are locking down with a host of family members, I share with my top tips for getting out the funk that a COVID lockdown often guarantees. I also share my favourite You Tube Dance classes (suitable for any ability) - you're welcome! Hot tip - check out The Fitness Marshall. You'll never look back!
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It's been two months since I've released a podcast episode so a big thank you to everyone for their patience! In this episode, I share with you what I've been doing and what I've learnt about being overwhelmed! Please note - the planned book club schedule will continue - just with a different timetable! Check out social media for updates over the next few days!! Lots of love everyone! Alex xx
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In this episode, I chat with my bookie friend Jules Collard about Craig Silvey's latest novel Honeybee. Honeybee is Craig's 3rd novel. It was shortlisted for the 2021 ABIA Prize and was the Dymocks book of the Year in 2020. Honeybee is a gorgeous coming of age story about a young Australian teenager struggling with gender dysphoria who is living in the margins of society.
As mothers of teenagers, Jules and I both adored this book. This one is highly recommended - in fact - Jules considers it to be one of the best books she has ever read! -
In this episode, I share with you details of my other life as McAfee's Cybermum here in Australia and my top tips for how to ramp up your digital parenting game. I have been McAfee's Cybermum here in Australia where my main job is to help parents need to understand the online world. So, in this episode, I share with you my top tips that will help you master your digital parenting game. Check out the website here for more details! Thanks for listening Alex x
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In this episode I chat with Jules Sebastian about her first book Tea & Honesty. This book was such a joy to read - I even noticed that I started exclaiming out loud as I was reading it - regularly piping up with 'Absolutely' or 'Yes! Yes'. I very much felt that Jules and I were singing from the same songbook. In fact, I think she had me with her opening quote 'Life is like a cup of tea. It's all about how you make it.'
After discussing our favourite teas and Jules' honest confession that she isn't an Early Grey fanatic like myself, we workshop the book including:
- the quest for identity and the importance of being brave and owning who you are
- the importance of finding your community and keeping them close - empathy and the inspiring story of US based company
- how comparison is the thief of joy - and why we need to put our blinkers on and focus on our own lane. - how fear can be so disabling and how Jules moves through her fear
- the loss of Jules' brother, Andrew, to suicide, just 5 days after her wedding day and Jules' thoughts and approach to managing grief.
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Finding the right foundation is often described as a life-long pursuit! Well, in this episode, Beauty Concierge and Makeup Artist Susan Napper gives us the lowdown on how to nail this! Susan shares all her knowhow in the area of complexion products - it's not just known as foundation anymore ladies - and her top tips on how to find the perfect foundation for your skin.
Susan explains all the options we have for foundation and shares her top tips on how to both find and apply them. She also provides her recommendations on her favourite tried & tested products. Check out the episode show notes on our website for links to all the products discussed.
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I've been so looking forward to reading Curtis Sittenfeld's book Rodham for our book club. And it's finally happened. I'm joined by my clever author and song writer friend Mandy Newman to discuss this truly unique read.
Rodham is a work of fiction that speculates what Hilary could have done if she had not married Bill. What would she have been able to achieve without Bill in her life? It's a blend of political biography and popular fiction. Curtis is clearly a Hilary fan girl.
Both Mandy and I wonder if perhaps this book is in fact how Hilary's fans would have loved to see the outcome of the 2016 election, which she famously lost by a narrow margin to Donald Trump. If you are a Hilary fan or intrigued with the American political system then this book is a must! Check out our website here for more details.
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