Darling, Shine!

After a big three years of weekly episodes, it's time for Chloe and Ellidy to take a little breather. Chloe is about to become a mother of two, and Ellidy has decided to join her on some overdue Mat Leave.  It's not goodbye, just a see you later, as the duo take time out to recalibrate so they can come back bigger and better than ever. They'll see you on the flip side of 2026. LINKS Join the...

You’ve heard Ellidy’s side of the love story... and now it’s Brock’s turn. He's hung on to hope through heartbreak and it's paid off. Hear Brock's reflection on this rollercoaster of a love story, and get to know the man that's been popping up more in Ellidy's insta stories recently and, on a much bigger scale, in her heart. LINKS Join the Darling Shine facebook community:...

How long does it take to mend a completely broken heart? As long as it takes! And for Ellidy, after 5.5 years since Chumpy's passing, she is finally in a place where she feels like it is safe to open her heart to another man. Who is this lucky man? Well, you've seen him on the socials recently, but in this episode Ellidy share's the entire backstory of how she found herself falling in love with he...

Ellidy sits down with her mate Dani Pelly (yes, that's the amazing human behind Ena Pelly) for a chat that goes way deeper than either of them expected. Dani opens up about hitting burnout after years of pushing through life, motherhood, work and IVF… and what it’s really been like carrying the grief of losing her sister while trying to hold everything together. LINKS Follow Ena Pelly...

Fresh off wrapping their first ever Darling Shine tour, Chloe and Ellidy catch their breath and look back on the week that was. The energy, the nerves, the backstage chaos, the love from you guys... all of it. They’re tired, grateful, a little cooked… and have a big announcement for those that missed out, or want to relive the chaos! Chlo and Ell would love to thank the brands that ba...

Ellidy chats with surfer, endurance nut, and part-time pirate/viking, Blakey Johnston about morning routines, mental health, why he pushes himself the way he does, and how losing his dad shaped the way he now shows up for his own kids. Help is available 24 hour / 7 days via Lifeline on 13 11 14 or at  lifeline.org.au LINKS Follow Blakey Johnston on insta: @blakeyjohnston Grab your copy of 'Sw...

Ellidy sits down on the eve of embarking on the first ever Darling Shine show tour! She's a bundle of nerves and calls on Lucy Jackson to give her a bit of a pep talk. You'll also get the life recap goss from Ell - how Fishers 40th was, and what she's been up to of late. LINKS Donate to the ‘Children’s Hospital Foundation’ now, at  childrens.org.au/christmas Join the Da...

Ellidy chats with Turia Pitt about the season she’s in now... juggling kids, work, life, and trying not to run herself into the ground. They talk burnout, doing too much, learning how to say no, and that weird guilt that comes with putting yourself first. LINKS Grab a copy of Turia's book 'Selfish: How to unlearn the rules that are breaking you': turiapitt.com/selfish/ Follow Turia on Insta:...

Chloe and Ellidy unpack the chaos of toddler feels, the art of staying (semi) calm… and the impossible search for a baby bag that actually works. Expect laughs, a few mum hacks (including a surprisingly organised one from Ellidy), and a whole lot of real talk about life with little people. LINKS Join the Darling Shine facebook community:  @darlingshinecommunity Sign up for the newslett...

Our girl Chlo has gone and written her first book! Chloe and Ellidy debrief on the whirlwind of the past couple of week, and what it’s been like to finally share 'Always You' with the world. You'll hear highlights from Ellidy and Laura's conversations with Chloe from the launch parties in Avalon and Currumbin... the tears, the chaos, the laughs, and the love that sur...

He’s Chloe’s little bro, Ellidy’s mate, and everyone’s favourite wise soul...  Cooper Chapman  is back for a guest record fourth time!  They catch up on all things life lately: becoming an uncle (from his first niece, to another two babies on the way), how things are going with his lovely girlfriend, and what it’s really like to write a book (becau...

You think you know her… but do you really? This week, Ellidy is setting the record straight and debunking all of your assumptions. Joined by two people who know her VERY well (Lucy Lucy, and Ell's housemate, Annabel) to ensure she doesn't spin any bullshit, Ellidy addresses the serious, the savage, and the downright random (looking at you... 'you don’t care ab...

Ell's hilarious friend, Lucy Lucy is back to give Ellidy another roasting... but this time, they are answering all YOUR questions. The answers are honest, the lols are real, the vibes are high, and the sweating is minimal. LINKS Follow Lucy Lucy on instagram: @itsmelucylucy Join the Darling Shine facebook community:  @darlingshinecommunity\ Sign up for the newsletter and first access to merch...

Ellidy chats with the one and only Bec Judd... and it’s not all gloss. From beauty hacks and wellness rituals to the sting of constant commentary (yep, that old 'eat a burger'   line), Bec opens up about what it’s really like to juggle an insta perfect family image, a career in the spotlight, and the messy reality of motherhood behind the scenes. LINKS Listen to Bec's ne...

Sleep? What’s that? This week’s Nap Chat is all about the shit show that is baby sleep (or lack there of it). Chloe and Ellidy swap stories and tips from their memories of the newborn trenches.  LINKS Join the Darling Shine facebook community: @darlingshinecommunity Sign up for the newsletter and first access to merch drops: darlingshine.com Follow Darling Shine Podcast on IG @dar...

This is bringing a little bit of everything: some 'unfortunately, I love' confessions, a debrief from our recent family vacay on a boat in Italy, and a round of your questions answered. Expect chaos, honesty, laughs, and the usual unfiltered DS energy - because unfortunately, we love it. LINKS Listen to Dr Trav ep from the back catalogue here: spoti.fi/4h62jgx Ellidy's fav lip colour from Covergir...

In a hotel room in Rome, with Minnie fast asleep on her lap, Ellidy finally opens the box of letters their loved ones wrote to her on the first anniversary of Chumpy's passing... words she hadn’t been ready to read until now. Around the eve of what would have been Chumps 38th birthday, Ellidy reads some of the letters and reflects on the man who still shapes her, and...

Nedd Brockman chats with Ellidy about Nedd's unexpected rise into the public eye - from a tradie working in Forbes, to running across Australia, to becoming a keynote speaker. He shares about his struggle balancing physical and mental health, the unexpected fame that comes with social media, the importance of staying true to yourself, and why he's given his iconic mullet the chop. LINKS Follow Ned...

This week Ellidy kicks off with a life update before jumping on with fashion powerhouse Pip Edwards (Ksubi, PE Nation). In a high energy half hour Pip dives into her career journey, the shock of going into menopause at 39, and the spiritual practices that keep her grounded. It’s fast, fiery, and full of gems - 30 minutes of power with two women who don’t hold back. LINKS Check out Pip'...

We already know Chlo and Ell share a deep love of food, but what about Bobbi and Min? This week, it’s all about food and little humans! Chloe and Ellidy dive into when they introduced solids, their go-to snacks, whether they went down the puree or baby-led path, and what eating out with tiny humans really looks like.  LINKS Grab some of Chloe's favourite baby food pouches, Juca: bi...

Darlings! It’s really happening… Chloe is pregnant: and there’s none more surprised than her! From how she randomly found out, to how she told her nearest and dearest, to navigating the trepidation and anxiety of pregnancy after loss, Chloe shares the ins and outs of growing Bobbi’s little sibling. LINKS Listen to the heartbreaking story of Tash's loss: bit.ly/tashbowie Li...

Ellidy sits down with another childhood friend Aimee who, has battled an eating disorder for almost two decades. For 18 years, her eating disorder had controlled every thought, every meal, every moment... until recently. Aimee shares what it’s taken to break free, and what life looks like on the other side of silence. If you or someone you love is struggling with an eating disorder, you&rsqu...

Ellidy sits down with the powerhouse that is Jordan Mercer - world champion ironwoman, new mum of two, and absolute weapon. She gets real about the tricky shift from elite sport to motherhood, juggling goals, identity shakes, and why you can’t really “train” for childbirth (no matter how many Molokai crossings you’ve done!). Expect laughs, honesty, and a heartwarming musica...

Ellidy sits down with her old mate Davey Lloyd - yep, the larrikin from  The Bachelorette  - for a refreshingly honest and wildly open chat about his journey from being resuscitated back to life at the depths of his drug addiction, to clean and sober for 20 months and counting. This one’s honest, emotional and might hit close to home for some. So if you’re struggling, please...

Travelling with kids… honestly, it’s chaos. But we’ve done it (more times than we’d like to admit - which is a privilege not lost on us) and lived to tell the tale. In this 15‑minute Nap Chat, Coco and Ell spill the milk on the tips, tricks and lessons we’ve learned the hard way when it comes to long‑haul flights with tiny humans. Consider this your survival gui...