The Reality Behind The Myth

This is the second of two episodes with Steph, and it’s all about the beautiful chaos of life with multiple kids. We dive into the emotional and practical dynamics that come with having more than one child, how does your heart make room for another when you’ve already poured so much into your first? Do you need to find extra love, or does it simply expand? Steph opens up about her expe...

In this episode, Steph is back! After some time away focusing on motherhood, she joins us for a candid chat about the shift in how she approaches social media. Once comfortable sharing her life openly online, Steph now takes a more cautious and considered approach, carefully choosing what, if anything, she shares with the world. This is the first of two episodes with Steph. Follow us on Faceb...

2025 is shaping up to be a year of major transformation, and Toni is stepping into it with purpose. In this episode, she opens up about expanding her radio career, now broadcasting into both Melbourne  (Gold 104.3) and Sydney (Gold 101.7), and the challenges of managing two very different markets. From juggling audiences to navigating behind-the-scenes pressure, Toni shares the highs and...

2025 is a year of transformation, and for Toni and Lisa, it’s hitting close to home. In this deeply personal episode, Lisa opens up about the major changes unfolding in her life. From starting a new job to moving house and rebuilding her world from the ground up, she shares the excitement and empowerment that come with embracing a fresh start. But it’s not just about new chapters, Lisa...

In this episode, Toni's daughter Jess joins us and together we sit down to explore the power of music, self-reflection, and the things we often leave unsaid. Music was once her escape - now she plays in two bands, finding joy and expression through every note. She opens up about the importance of  work-life balance , what advice she would give her teenage self. But the most powerful moment? W...

In this powerful episode, Toni's daughter Jess, a passionate youth worker at The Foyer, shares heartbreaking stories from the frontlines of youth accommodation support. She opens up about the struggles faced by young people who arrive in Australia from war-torn countries, only to have their parents deported upon arrival, leaving them to navigate life alone while fighting the system to bring their...

Toni and her daughter, Jess, have faced their fair share of ups and downs over the years, stories Toni has shared in past episodes, in this episode, they confront the past head-on. Toni opens up about the pain and guilt of feeling like she failed as a mother, while Jess shares how her perspective has shifted and how she now views the past with greater understanding. Together, they have an honest a...

Woody Whitelaw is one half of the KIIS Network Drive Time Show Will and Woody. In this episode, we learn that Woody is an introvert at heart who needs drastic alone time to truly recharge, enter "Tent Boy". Woody also opens up about how he and wife Mim have come to understand and respect each other's quirks, especially when it comes to personal space and recharging.  There are 3 episodes...

Woody Whitelaw is one half of the KIIS Network Drive Time Show Will and Woody. We talk parenting in this episode! How Woody parents his 2 year old daughter Remi, and Toni and Lisa share parenting tips with him. There are 3 episodes with Woody all up. Follow us on Facebook  " Life As We Know It Podcast " and Instagram  @LifeAsWeKnowIt. Podcast   @tonitenaglia   @lisacameron...

Woody Whitelaw is one half of the KIIS Network Drive Time Show Will and Woody. He speaks openly about how in his early days he was a bit on the flakey side but how marriage and fatherhood has changed him. What it's like raising 2 year daughter, Remi, who is very head strong and the love and admiration he has for his wife Mim. There are 3 episodes with Woody all up. Follow us on Facebook ...

In this episode, we sit down with Victoria Devine - powerhouse financial adviser, founder of Zella Wealth, and host of She’s on the Money Podcast. Victoria opens up about how being a shopaholic put her on the path to becoming one of Australia's most successful financial advisors and how the She's on The Money Podcast began. She also offers great advice for single women trying to make ends me...

In this episode, we sit down with Victoria Devine - powerhouse financial adviser, founder of Zella Wealth, and host of the She’s on the Money Podcast. Victoria opens up about her experience living with ADHD, how embracing her neurodivergence has shaped the way she runs her business, and why she proudly surrounds herself with a "neurospicy" team. She also shares her honest strategies for mana...

In this powerful episode, entertainer and Elvis performer Mark shares, for the very first time, his story of being sexually abused as a child growing up in Malta. We’d like to warn you that the content in this episode may be triggering for some people. If this topic is triggering or distressing for you, please listen with care or feel free to skip this episode. For those needing it support i...

In this episode, we’re joined by Australian entertainer Mark Tabone. Mark was just 8 years old when his mother passed away, Mark shares his story about moving to Malta with his family, after her passing. He talks about how his love for Elvis Presley was inspired by his older brother and meeting his soul mate Olympic swimmer, Lisa Curry. Follow us on Facebook  " Life As We Know It Podcas...

We’ve heard glimpses of Toni’s difficult relationship with her mum, but in this episode, we go deeper. After her mum passed, Toni began seeing her in dreams, each one bringing back the same anxious feeling she had during her mum’s life. In 2013, after one powerful dream, she asked her mum to move on, and the dreams stopped. But recently, her mum returned in a dream, this time wit...

In this episode, Lisa drops a surprise we weren’t expecting, after sharing the news of her sister’s recent home birth, she reveals that she too had a home birth! Lisa opens up about her experience, from the beauty and intimacy of giving birth at home to the terrifying moment when her son was born not breathing and had to be rushed to hospital by ambulance. She shares how what should ha...

In this episode, we catch up with Jaason Simmons, Tasmanian-born actor and star of  Baywatch and Sharknado. From wanting to live off the grid back in Tasmania to why Tim Tams just don’t taste the same overseas, Jaason keeps us laughing and thinking. We chat about his nickname “Mr Mischief” (yes, like the Mr. Men character), how he once turned the tables on Graham Norton , an...

Jaason Simmons, Tasmanian-born actor best known for his breakout role in the original Baywatch and cult favourite Sharknado, opens up about his Hollywood journey, how he changed his Australian accent to break into the U.S. industry, and the unexpected challenges he faced along the way. He shares how acting helped him overcome being hyper-shy and hyper-sensitive, giving him the tools to communicate...

In this episode, we dive into the world of cosmetic treatments, why men are getting dragged in by their partners but keep coming back for more. We explore the pressure on celebrities to always look flawless, how it’s literally their job to do so, and why figures like Pamela Anderson are pushing back and embracing authenticity. Follow us on Facebook  " Life As We Know It Podcast " a...

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Sabrina Campbell, a GP with a passion for aesthetic medicine, a field that brought her from the UK to Australia, one of the world’s biggest markets for cosmetic procedures. She breaks down the science behind ageing, the medical side of cosmetic treatments, and why it’s about more than just looks, it’s about understanding the ageing process an...

Starting in the entertainment industry at just 8 years old, James Liotta was born into a world of creativity, his father, an actor and playwright in the Italian community, paved the way. James shares what it took to gain his parents’ acceptance of his career, proving that for him, it’s never been about fame, it’s about passion. We also dive into the challenges of maintaining frie...

Comedian James Liotta joins us to talk about his roots, being born on Lygon Street, and what it truly means to be Italian. From family traditions to fiery debates at the dinner table, we dive into the experiences that shape Italian culture and the influence it’s had on James’ life and comedy. Get ready for a lively, nostalgic, and hilarious conversation about heritage, identity, and th...

After plenty of hassling, James finally joins us on the podcast, and trust us, it was worth the wait! He shares the journey of how he became a comedian and why laughter is more than just entertainment, it’s therapy. We dive into how his Italian heritage plays a big role in his routines (even if his mum swears none of it is about her) and how much of his comedy is actually based on real life....

In this episode, Janelle opens up about her journey with ADHD and how her unique ability, Synesthesia - where she sees and smells fragrances as colours - plays a key role in creating Myles Gray’s signature scents. She also gets real about the challenges of working with her husband. As an electrician by trade, Nathan had no idea what he was stepping into when he joined the business – th...

In this episode, we sit down with Janelle Palibrk, the founder of Myles Gray, whose journey began with a single act of love - creating a candle to help her grieving mother after the sudden loss of her father. What started as a deeply personal project has since grown into a globally successful brand, bringing comfort and healing to people around the world.  But behind the success came personal...