Time for Us, With Dani Wallace

My dad and I have had a rather contentious and strained relationship for a significant part of my life. We are still learning what it means to be father and daughter to one another. He was kind of an absent father (sorry, Dad, but you would admit that yourself). That said, I was always cared for and provided for as best he could, and I love my dad. This episode is not about dredging up the past in...

Part 2 is here... In this episode, I break down the cycle: feeling good, pushing harder, slipping into anxiety, then burning out. I talk through what’s happening in our nervous systems (polyvagal theory), and hopefully, JUST HOPEFULLY, we all leave with some clarity on how to keep chasing our dreams… without constantly dysregulating ourselves (and losing our marbles along the way). This is part 2...

We're all trying to achieve some level of success... In my quest to do cool shit, I've begun to wonder WHY IS THIS SO TAXING!? Ambition is supposed to feel exciting (isn't it?). So why do I feel like it's slowly eroding my sense of self? This episode dives into the psychology of motivation, the 'achievement trap', and the question I'm still trying to answer: which version of me in my hustling, dri...

Gossip is a universal human behaviour; it weirdly bonds us, regulates group dynamics, and can help us decide who feels safe (btw, this is not my opinion, but that of academic researchers). BUT there are moments when it turns harmful, feels addictive, and can lead to us tearing each other down. In this episode, I take a look at GOSSIP - what it means, why we do it, and if we need to be so hard on o...

Five years into our relationship, my partner Aaron and I sat down to talk (like, for realzies) about what we’ve been through together, and how we've come to understand and love each other more deeply. From time apart and living alone, to moving out, moving back in, learning how to fight without destroying each other, and finding support through couples therapy, this episode is a candid look at the...

Join me with holistic life coach, Samantha Brooke , as we explore the deeply personal (and deeply collective) relationship women have with their bodies. We speak honestly about food, discipline, and disordered eating, and how easily “control” can disguise itself as self-care. To our listeners, we hope to provide some insights that can help heal poor body image without turning ourselves into anothe...

Beautiful, successful, self-aware...and still single? You’re not alone. In this episode of Time For Us, I sit down with Sacha Jack, South Africa’s only certified matchmaker trained by the prestigious School of Matchmaking and Relationship Sciences in New York. We unpack the real reasons finding love feels so hard, how much of it is timing vs. choice, the green flags we’re overlooking, and the shif...

What does it mean to be a man in today’s world, when the old maps no longer work, and the new ones haven’t yet been drawn? In this episode, I sit down with Craig Makhosi Charnock, a men’s work facilitator, to explore masculinity in its raw, real, and healing forms. We discuss the absence of male role models, the quiet epidemic of isolation many men face, and the cultural cost of losing rites of pa...

Let’s talk about sex (but not like you’re used to). In this insightful conversation, Clinical Sexologist and Trauma Therapist Dr. Marlene Wasserman (aka Dr. Eve) joins us to explore the deeply intertwined relationship between sex, trauma, healing, and desire. We unpack the questions no one asks out loud: – How much sex is “normal”? – Does being horny mean you’re 'healthy'? – Can sex help heal sexu...

What if addiction isn’t about the substance, but about what’s underneath? In this deeply honest episode, I’m joined by clinical psychologist Tracy Kruger, who brings a compassionate and trauma-informed lens to addiction. Together, we explore the patterns we struggle to name, the shame that keeps us silent, and the quiet turning points that can spark real change. Whether it’s alcohol, work, relatio...

What if love wasn’t limited by monogamy? In this eye-opening conversation, we unpack the nuanced world of polyamory and open relationships – from personal readiness to boundaries, intimacy shifts, and confronting jealousy. Whether you're curious or sceptical, this episode invites you to rethink what commitment really means. Join me in conversation with Nita, sexuality coach, counsellor, and founde...

I am officially unmedicated, (hide your kids, hide your wife) hahahaha JK. I'm fine. After two years on antidepressants, I made the decision to stop. What came next? A mix of challenges and clarity. I’m sharing what led me to medication, what it was like to transition off, and how my unplanned experience with yoga became my biggest support system along the way. Disclaimer: The views expressed in t...

What makes you 'you'? And what happens when you realise most of it is just a choice you made once... Are you building an identity or are you just collecting labels? And lastly, SHOULD HAVING AN IdEnTiTy MATTER SO MUCH?

You’re overthinking. You’re personalising everything. You’re suffering. (And by 'you' I mean 'me' – obvs). Some thoughts on how to actually detach and reclaim your inner peace.

I get to make up my own rules on this pod, and for that reason, I'm abruptly ending Season 2. I know I've been scarce, and you have my sincere apols. I give you a bit of an update in this episode, and I'm hoping I've finally worked through whatever block was withholding me from doing this for the last few months. Thank you for your love and patience. It's so good to hang out again. Here's to 2025!

If you think something enough times it can create a prolonged change in your feelings, emotion and behaviour... So much so that it can become a part of your personality. Our personality's dictate how we interact with the world, oh and did I mention that we LITERALLY GET HIGH off of our own bio-chemical reactions which can keep us in a loop that makes change extremely difficult... In this episo...

Say yes to the person you want to become by exercising self-boundaries. A continued conversation on the New York Times Bestseller "Set Boundaries, Find Peace – A Guide To Reclaiming Yourself" by Nedra Glover Tawwab (licensed counsellor, sought-after relationship expert and one of the most influential therapists on Instagram). To quote the synopsis " End the struggle, speak up for wh...

One of the root problems behind anxiety, codependency, power struggles, burnout and depression – a lack of healthy boundaries. Yikes! This week I take you on a private tour of the New York Times Bestseller "Set Boundaries, Find Peace – A Guide To Reclaiming Yourself" by Nedra Glover Tawwab (licensed counsellor, sought-after relationship expert and one of the most influential therapists o...

Veronica Rottman is a Chicago-based Somatic Trauma Practitioner and Educator. We discuss learning to read the language of your nervous system, what it means to "re-sensualise" vs. "regulate", and how to (as women who have always been told to be 'good little girls') practice healthy aggression. I am so incredibly proud of this episode. The sheer knowledge you will gain t...

Exploring the question "Whom do I deserve?" by reflecting on my upbringing – specifically how my relationship with my dad shaped the woman I am today and the subsequent romantic choices I've made. ⁠For exclusive content subscribe on Patreon.

Annnd that's a wrap... what a journey it's been. Catch up on what went down during my unexpected hiatus and how it led to some major personal revelations. I've taken a look back over my shoulder to see how far we've come and what I've learned along the way, from realising my negative worldview needed a serious overhaul to learning the art of dedication and trust. And let's...

We sit down with Carla Gubb, for a deeply personal episode about her journey through cannabis addiction and rehabilitation. With unwavering honesty and vulnerability, Carla shares the highs and lows of her battle with dependency, from the initial struggles to the pivotal decision to seek help.

In my early twenties, I embraced Christianity wholeheartedly, only to find myself grappling with certain aspects of the faith later on. Don't worry I'm not here trying to convert anyone, mainly telling the pretty hilarious story of getting baptised at 21, and my once paralysing fear of the devil - ya know... all that good stuff. For exclusive content subscribe on Patreon.

This is an opportunity to get to know Luke Volker a little better. We chat about Luke's effervescent acting career and get to understand more about his love for the industry. For the first time in a public forum, Luke shares the heart-wrenching story of losing his starlet fiancée, Charlbi Dean. His openness and resilience are truly commendable, and I am incredibly grateful for the trust he&#39...

From shedding my vanity, to challenging racial prejudice... Tune in to discover the heartfelt reasons behind the bold move to shave my head. It's not a decision I made lightly, but it is a decision I'm so happy I made! Let me know what you thought of this episode.