• Ep113: Fiona & Darsh on Sisterhood: It's Complicated and Perfect
    May 20 2025

    In this heartwarming episode, Darsh and Fiona explore the beautiful, complex, and often hilarious world of sisterhood.

    As two women who grew up surrounded only by sisters, they reflect on what it means to be part of a sister tribe - through childhood squabbles, adult support systems, and lifelong friendship.

    From WhatsApp light night chats to fierce loyalty and unshakeable bonds, this episode celebrates the joy of growing up with built in best friends,

    Whether you have sisters or you are one, you'll find yourself nodding, laughing and maybe even sending your sister a message.

    Hosted by Darsh & Fiona

    Produced by Fiona Kelly & Darsh Ayton

    Show runner Darsh Ayton

    Original music created and performed by Luke Champion

    Social media content created by Darsh Ayton & Fiona Kelly

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    28 mins
  • Ep112: Am I Turning Into a Millennial? A Gen Z in Crisis
    May 13 2025

    Luke, our resident Gen Z, is spiralling, convinced he is turning into a millennial and confronts the terrifying possibility that he is losing his edge.

    But is it really a generational identity crisis, or just the inevitable creep of maturity?

    In this episode, we explore the anxiety of adulting, why growing up feels like selling out, and whether Gen Z are just reaching adulthood a lot later than the Gen Y and Gen Xs.

    Hosted by Darsh, Luke & Fiona

    Produced by Fiona Kelly & Darsh Ayton

    Show runner Darsh Ayton

    Original music created and performed by Luke Champion

    Social media content created by Darsh Ayton & Fiona Kelly

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    17 mins
  • Ep111: No Sunscreen, No Seatbelts, No Supervision: How Did We Survive?
    May 6 2025

    Remember flying off the monkey bars, riding bikes without helmets, no sunscreen and no seatbelts when driving?

    In this episode Fiona and Darsh sit down and ask: What happened to danger? We explore how childhood has changed- from bruises, grazes and broken bones to bubble wrap safety- and whether today's kids are missing out on more than just scraped knees.

    With an increase in screen time indoors for the newer generations are we seeing less broken bones in the classroom?

    With our Gen X Fiona sharing the crazy things she experienced during a very normal 70s childhood, to Gen Y Darsh highlighting how things started to change during her Gen, join us for this nostalgic trip as we wonder if kids today would survive our playgrounds.

    Hosted by Darsh & Fiona

    Produced by Fiona Kelly & Darsh Ayton

    Show runner Darsh Ayton

    Original music created and performed by Luke Champion

    Social media content created by Darsh Ayton & Fiona Kelly

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    39 mins
  • EP110: Eye Twitch Panic: When a Small Symptom Seems Huge
    Apr 29 2025

    When Darsh developed a relentless eye twitch, her mind went straight to the worse-case scenario - was her MS flaring up?

    Cue the late night googling, anxiety spirals, and self diagnosis rabbit holes.

    But the real culprit? Top much caffeine.

    In this episode, we talk about how easily small symptoms can trigger big fears, especially when you're already living with a chronic condition,

    We chat about the psychology of self diagnosis, the impact of stress and stimulants on the body, and why sometimes, your eye twitch is just your coffee habit calling you out!

    Hosted by Darsh & Fiona

    Produced by Fiona Kelly & Darsh Ayton

    Show runner Darsh Ayton

    Original music created and performed by Luke Champion

    Social media content created by Darsh Ayton & Fiona Kelly

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    17 mins
  • EP109: You Know You Are Getting Old When......
    Apr 22 2025

    In this episode Gen X Fiona and Gen Y Darsh chat about the subtle (and sometimes shocking) moments that made them realise they're getting older.

    From fashion trends making a comeback, to weird new body aches, to movies and books being reimagined - even though they've definitely seen the original - they explore what it feels like to watch the culture of their youth cycle back around.

    They also reflect on the moment they realise they might actually be.... middle aged - and what that label really means to them now.

    Join us for a funny, thoughtful, and totally relatable chat about gaining, identity, and the strange comfort of seeing it all come full circle.

    Hosted by Darsh & Fiona

    Produced by Fiona Kelly & Darsh Ayton

    Show runner Darsh Ayton

    Original music created and performed by Luke Champion

    Social media content created by Darsh Ayton & Fiona Kelly

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    30 mins
  • Ep108: Are You Thriving at Life - or Just Surviving the Chaos?
    Apr 15 2025

    Are you smashing through your to do list - or just barely staying afloat in a sea of bills to pay, appointments to be made, cooking to be done and laundry? In this epsiode, Darsh and Fiona get real about the mental load of everyday life admin.

    They spill the tea on how the admin gets divided in their relationships - what they take on, what their partners handle (or don't), and whether giving up tasks feels like freedom or failure. Is life actually simplier without a garden or kids? Or is it just another admin myth?

    Tune in for honest laughs, relatable chaos, and maybe a few uncomfortable truths about adulting.

    Hosted by Darsh & Fiona

    Produced by Fiona Kelly & Darsh Ayton

    Show runner Darsh Ayton

    Original music created and performed by Luke Champion

    Social media content created by Darsh Ayton & Fiona Kelly

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    30 mins
  • Ep107: Why Sleep is the Most Important Thing You Do All Day
    Apr 8 2025

    What if the most powerful tool for better health, sharper thinking and a longer life was something you're not taking seriously enough?

    Spoiler: It's Sleep

    In this episode, we sit down with Professor Shantha Rajaratnam a Sleep and Circadian Cycle Specialist, to uncover the hidden power of sleep. We hear about the latest research on why we sleep, how it shapes our mood to our immune systems, and why modern life is waging war on our natural rhythms.

    Together with Prof. Shantha we unpack it all - plus we learn how he migrated to Australia from Sri Lanka, studied Psychology and Law to then becoming an expert in one of the most underrated aspects of human health and how this is now starting to change.

    Trust us, after this conversation, you'll never take sleep for granted again. This is a unmissable episode with proven tips on how to get a much better nights sleep.

    If you have problems with sleep or insomnia, or are interested in doing one of his sleep studies here are some links supplied by Prof. Shantha:

    Adolescent study:

    https://classstudymonash.weebly.com/

    Shift worker app and expressing interest:

    https://www.sleepsync.com.au/

    Sleep clinic:

    https://www.monash.edu/medicine/psych/turner-clinics/healthy-sleep-clinic

    Hosted by Darsh & Fiona

    Produced by Fiona Kelly & Darsh Ayton

    Show runner Darsh Ayton

    Original music created and performed by Luke Champion

    Social media content created by Darsh Ayton & Fiona Kelly

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    56 mins
  • Ep106: Future Trends, Deep Connections & Big Ideas - Inside the Mind of Futurist Steph Clarke
    Apr 1 2025

    Steph Clarke's career path has been anything but ordinary - from auditing to leading learning & development teams, to becoming a sought-after futurist.

    In this episode, she shares her journey, the skills that shaped her work, and how she helps organisations stay ahead of the curve.

    On top of this she is writing a book about friendships and how to deepen the bonds, in a meaningful way, with some of the most important relationships in your life.

    If you've ever wondered how to make bold moves in your career and think differently about the future, this episode is for you.

    Hosted by Darsh, Luke & Fiona

    Produced by Fiona Kelly & Darsh Ayton

    Show runner Darsh Ayton

    Original music created and performed by Luke Champion

    Social media content created by Darsh Ayton & Fiona Kelly

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    1 hr