UNSHACKLED

Why can a new relationship trigger you when you have already spent years healing? In this solo episode of Unshackled, Tasch Rogers explores boundaries, relational healing, dating after a long period of being single, dating apps and the anxious–avoidant attachment cycle. Tasch shares her personal dating experiences and explains why relationships can reveal wounds that solitude cannot, why healthy b...

Trauma recovery is deeply personal and the approach that helps one person may not be right for another. In this solo episode of Unshackled , Tasch Rogers shares the therapies, practices and defining experiences that supported her recovery after PTSD, severe depression and a complete loss of identity. From inpatient treatment, exposure therapy and somatic work to flotation, nervous-system regulatio...

Can we consciously change who we are—or are we destined to repeat the patterns created by our past? In this episode of Unshackled with Tasch , behavioural scientist and self-change researcher Emily Katz shares how she moved through trauma, addiction and destructive patterns to rebuild her identity and life. Emily and Tasch explore why awareness alone doesn’t create transformation, how acceptance h...

Astrology is much more than a horoscope or star sign. In this episode of Unshackled , astrologer Carly Noble joins Tasch Rogers to explore what a birth chart may reveal about identity, emotional needs, relationships, life purpose and the parts of ourselves we have learned to suppress. Carly also shares how astrology, personal development and her experience of a brain tumour helped her reconnect wi...

What do gaslighting, love bombing, hoovering, breadcrumbing, grey rocking and “flying monkeys” actually mean? In this solo episode of Unshackled, Tasch Rogers breaks down commonly used narcissistic-abuse terminology, explains how manipulative patterns affect the nervous system, and shares why childhood conditioning can make unhealthy relationships feel familiar. Tasch also offers an important remi...

Author and transformational therapist Marina Theron-Monnery joins Tasch Rogers to explore how childhood trauma, family conditioning and nervous-system survival patterns can shape our self-worth, relationships and adult choices. Marina shares her journey from fear, hypervigilance and self-abandonment to healing, purpose and freedom—and the moment she realised she knew how to protect everyone except...

Are you highly sensitive or is your intuition trying to tell you something? In Episode 28 of Unshackled , Tasch Rogers speaks with spiritual teacher, intuitive coach and psychic medium Tania Hunter about how to trust your intuition, understand your sensitivity and reconnect with the spiritual gifts you may have learned to ignore. Together, they explore: • The difference between intuition and fear...

Do you feel like you always have to be strong, productive and in control? In Episode 27 of Unshackled , Tasch Rogers explores masculine and feminine energy—not as gender roles, but as complementary qualities within every person. Together, these energies help us balance: • Action with intuition • Structure with creativity • Strength with softness • Giving with receiving • Direction with flow Tasch...

DISCLAIMER: This episode discusses murder, child loss, widowhood, trauma, addiction and recovery. What happens after the experience that changes everything? In this episode of Unshackled , Tasch Rogers sits down with award-winning author, speaker, screenwriter and former paramedic Teri Busse for a deeply honest conversation about grief, trauma, addiction, recovery and rebuilding after unimaginable...

What happens when the identity that made you successful no longer feels like who you truly are? In this episode of Unshackled , Tasch Rogers sits down with author, metaphysical practitioner, spiritual coach and entrepreneur Dr. Brandon Croud . After more than 20 years in corporate leadership, Brandon’s journey led him towards metaphysical study, spiritual coaching and a deeper exploration of intui...

In this episode of Unshackled , Tasch Rogers sits down with remedial massage therapist, business owner and solo mum Cherie Hodges for an honest conversation about motherhood, homeschooling and trusting yourself enough to choose a different path. Cherie shares why she chose to homeschool her daughter, how learning extends far beyond the classroom and what solo motherhood has taught her about streng...

What if the “black sheep” of the family is actually the person brave enough to break the cycle? In this episode of Unshackled , Tasch Rogers sits down with entrepreneur, writer and podcast host Genevieve Pool for an honest conversation about childhood trauma, toxic relationships, nervous-system regulation and holistic healing. Continue Your Journey with Tasch Rogers Awareness is where transformati...

What if talking about death could help you live more fully? In this thought-provoking episode of Unshackled , Tasch Rogers sits down with funeral specialist, author and founder of Sunshine Coast Funerals Anthony Spark for an honest conversation about death, grief, legacy and what it means to live with intention. Death is one of life’s few certainties, yet it remains one of the subjects we avoid mo...

Not all abuse leaves visible scars. In this powerful conversation, Tasch is joined by author and survivor Christine Dillard, who shares her deeply personal story of living through 17 years of marriage under coercive control. For three years, Christine secretly planned her escape with her children while navigating emotional, psychological and financial abuse. Her experience reveals how manipulation...

Addiction is often the part everyone sees. But what about the pain underneath it? In the latest episode of Unshackled , I’m joined by Adam Hudson from HumanKind Support Services for an honest conversation about addiction, trauma and the human being behind the behaviour. We explore why addictive patterns can become a way of coping, numbing or escaping—and why shame rarely creates the safety needed...

Healing isn't always obvious. Sometimes it looks like spending more time alone, questioning old beliefs, setting boundaries that make others uncomfortable, or feeling like you no longer fit the life you once knew. In this episode of Unshackled , we explore why healing can feel lonely and the quiet signs that show you're growing, even when it feels like nothing is changing. We discuss ident...

We often hear people talk about red flags and green flags in relationships—but what if the biggest influence on who we choose isn't what we see, but what we've unconsciously learned to accept? In this episode of Unshackled , we explore how our subconscious blueprint shapes attraction, trust, boundaries and relationship patterns. We discuss why unhealthy dynamics can feel familiar, how emotional co...

Emma Butler has spent years inspiring young people and families through Danceworks Studio, but behind the scenes, she's faced challenges that would test anyone's resilience. In this deeply personal episode of Unshackled , Emma shares her journey through multiple life setbacks, including her recent cancer diagnosis, and how she found the strength to keep moving forward with courage, purpose...

What if the life you're searching for doesn't require becoming someone new, but simply becoming more aligned with who you already are? In this episode of Unshackled , we sit down with chiropractor, life coach, author and podcaster Dr Tony Rudd to explore the powerful connection between physical health, mindset, purpose and personal transformation. Drawing on decades of experience helping t...

Have you ever looked into your pet's eyes and felt like they were trying to tell you something? In this fascinating episode of Unshackled , we sit down with Wendy Jones , Animal Communicator and Intuitive Energetics Practitioner, to explore the extraordinary connection that exists between humans and animals. Wendy shares her journey into animal communication, how she developed her intuitive ab...

Trauma doesn't always disappear when the event ends. In this episode of Unshackled, we explore the differences between PTSD and CPTSD, how trauma affects the nervous system, and why many people remain stuck in survival mode long after the threat has passed. We discuss emotional flashbacks, hypervigilance, relationship struggles, shame, anxiety, identity challenges, and the long-term effects of...

In this episode of The Unshackled Podcast, we sit down with our first guest, Hayley Wallace, an intuitive development mentor and land healer. Hayley shares her insights on developing intuition, learning to trust your inner guidance, and understanding the energetic connection between people, places, and nature. We explore how intuition shows up in everyday life, what blocks many people from accessi...

In this episode, we dive into the nervous system and how it affects the way we think, feel, react, and connect with others. We explore why so many people live in chronic stress without realising it, how survival states like fight, flight, and freeze show up in everyday life, and what nervous system regulation actually looks like in practice. You’ll learn practical ways to calm your body, reduce ov...

Feeling stressed and short on time isn’t always about having too much to do—it’s often about how you manage it. In this episode, we explore the relationship between stress and time management, and why traditional productivity advice often falls short. You’ll learn how overwhelm is created, how to prioritise effectively, and how to take back control of your time and energy. This episode gives you s...

Emotional intimacy is what turns a relationship from surface-level to deeply connected. In this episode, we explore what emotional intimacy really means and why it’s often missing—even in long-term relationships. You’ll learn how vulnerability, communication, and self-awareness play a key role in building trust and connection. We also unpack why many people struggle to open up and how emotional ba...