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Better Me (Hopefully)

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Better Me (Hopefully) is the go-to podcast for those tired of the unrealistic portrayals of wellness and self-improvement on social media. Host Sharyn Casey brings a refreshing and candid perspective, offering real and relatable advice on living a healthier life without the pressure of fad diets and miracle workouts. Sharyn dives into the messy, the genuine, and the practical, cutting through the BS and embracing the joy and balance in everyday life. Better Me (Hopefully) is about discovering what is good for us in the health world… and what’s just a waste of our time and money…

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Latest episode

Jun 18, 2026

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Episodes

INTERVIEW: Sexologist Morgan Penn on Off Campus, Book Tok & how Pop Culture influences our sex lives 18.06.2026

We are back with one of our absolute favourite people on the planet, somatic sexologist Morgan Penn. In this episode, Sharyn and Morgan unpack how BookTok, reality TV, and celebrity culture are completely reshaping female pleasure and sex positivity. From the intense yearning in Off Campus to why the "spark" is actually a dangerous narrative, we are diving deep into the shift from performative val...

Hailey Bieber’s Morning Routine is Actually Horrific 05.05.2026

We are diving into the chaos of celebrity morning routines today as Sharyn attempts Hailey Bieber’s olive oil and lemon shot—with messy results. We also wrap the phenomenal new celebrity cast for The Traitors UK, reveal why Taylor and Travis are keeping their wedding venue a total secret, and discuss the heartbreaking reality of TV residuals for stars like Jodie Sweetin. Plus, we break down the la...

"I built my career on jealousy" Rachel Stubington on Shrinking & Meeting Harrison Ford 28.04.2026

One of Sharyn’s drunken DMs finally paid off! Today on A Little Bit Extra, we are joined by the hilarious Rachel Stubington (who plays the iconic Summer on Apple TV’s Shrinking). Rachel spills the tea on what it’s actually like working alongside legends like Harrison Ford and Jason Segel, from not being able to watch How I Met Your Mother to the reality of being next to Meryl Streep at the SAG Awa...

MAFS Australia Expert John Aiken: TikTok Is Ruining Dating 12.02.2026

MAFS Australia is back and it is already delivering the drama we love. We sit down with expert John Aiken to get his take on the new cast and why this season feels more confronting than ever. John reveals the bizarre TikTok relationship trends he is seeing this year and why having a strict list of non-negotiables is a recipe for disaster. We also get the behind the scenes truth on those eight hour...

From SkinnyTok to Ozempic: Why Diet Culture Is More F’d Than Ever with Abbey Sharp (Abbeyskitchen) 22.01.2026

We're diving into a serious conversation today about the "skinny is back" era and the rise of weight loss drugs like Ozempic. Sharyn chats with dietitian and author Abbey Sharp about the dangers of "Skinny Tok" and why glorifying medical intervention for a quick fix is problematic for young people. Plus, we look at how to actually nourish your body without falling into the trap of restrictive diet...

KATSEYE at the VMAs, Mr. Fantasy’s First Interview, Kelsea & Chase Split, and Reality TV Chaos 17.09.2025

In this chaotic and juicy episode of pop culture updates, we dive into the biggest stories shaking up your feeds: ✨ KATSEYE’s global takeover — from the Dream Academy to red carpet rumors and that viral VMAs moment 🎤 Mr. Fantasy (KJ Apa) — the bizarre, bold new persona, and an exclusive interview with the first-ever hosts to sit down with him 🎬 K-Pop Demon Hunters & parenting culture shocks 💔...

WHO TF IS MR FANTASY?! 11.09.2025

🚨 SPOILER: The debut Mr. Fantasy song is a legit banger and it's blowing up TikTok. 📱 What the hell is going on with KJ Apa and Mr. Fantasy?! If you're as confused as we are about KJ Apa’s bizarre alter ego "Mr. Fantasy" — complete with a bob wig, fake teeth, and cryptic videos — this is the deep dive for you. 🎭✨ From Shortland Street to Riverdale, KJ Apa’s career has taken some wild turns — b...

Sharyn is BACK! 21.08.2025

Hey team, it’s Sharyn! I’ve missed hanging out with you, so I’ve started something new — it’s called A Little Bit Extra. It’s me, being myself, having the kind of chats and laughs we used to have, but with a fresh twist. If you loved the old podcast, I reckon you’ll love this even more. It’s honest, fun, and just that little bit extra you need in your week. So come join me — follow A Little Bit Ex...

Taylor Swift Easter Eggs + Maren Morris (!!) & My SMUT Read of the Week 19.08.2025

And we're LIVE! For the first episode, we're diving into Taylor Swift’s hidden Easter eggs and her new album, 'The Life of a Showgirl'. We’ll also unpack why TikTok star Blue Eyed Kayla Jade regrets hanging out with Drake (spoiler: he’s a d*ck), the strange disappearance of TikTok dancers tied to the 7M group, plus my latest smutty book recs and MOST IMPORTANTLY... my exclusive chat with music sta...

Episode Zero: So… Where Have I Been? 13.08.2025

Before we kick into the official first episode, I wanted to catch you up on where I’ve been for the past eight months, why I left The Edge after nearly two decades, and what’s been going on in my life — the good, the bad, and the flu. From finding my feet without a daily radio show to learning te reo, dealing with loss, and MORE… It’s been a ride. Think of this as Episode Zero — a little life upda...

Anxiety with Sir John Kirwan 10.11.2024

  One of the bucket list guests I had for the season was Sir John Kirwin.  Sir JK has done incredible things through sharing his mental health journey, he’s helped so many people including myself.  In this episode, my goal was not to cry like the other 2 times but also to talk to Sir JK about anxiety, his journey with it, his advice, tips, tricks and it’s one of the most beneficial conversations I...

ImPosTer SyNdRoMe 03.11.2024

A Lot of us battle imposter syndrome, it can be crippling, it can hold us back from our full potential. In this episode actress Antonia Prebble and clinical psychologist Jacqui Maguire join me to delve into it and teach us some awesome strategies on how to combat imposter syndrome. Listen to Antonia and Jacqui Maguire 'What Matters most' podcast Apple - What Matters Most Podcast Series - Apple Pod...

Over Exercising & AMA with Han Romano 27.10.2024

I had NEVER heard of the term ‘Over exercising’ until I was working out everyday, sometimes twice a day but kept putting on weight, I felt like shit, slept poorly and it made me crave so much sugar. Doing this episode was really important to me because that frustration of not losing weight when you’re smashing your body at the gym is such a mind F and it’s so unhealthy. It messed with me so much m...

The Skin Care Ep with Emma Lewisham 20.10.2024

PICKLES, PINEAPPLES AND CHEESE, That’s what I love! That’s what I love! But I also love skincare. If you saw my draw at home I have alllll the potions, I’m obsessed, but what do we actually need?  Skincare can be expensive, how many steps do we need? What’s the myths and things we should avoid?  On this episode, THE Emma Lewisham of Emma Lewisham skincare is on the podcast, once I get over being s...

Peri-meno-what-now? What the F is Peri Menopause? 13.10.2024

When I asked on Instagram what episodes you wanted to hear, the most common request was a Peri menopause episode, I’ll admit, I never knew this was a thing till I saw a video of Petra Bagust talk about it on her podcast ‘Grey Areas’ so in this episode I’m joined by expert Monica Barnes to get all the answers we should’ve been given in high school…  Monica Barnes from www.menopause.org.nz   Learn m...

What is bullshit and what actually works? 06.10.2024

Let’s get down to the nitty gritty, so many products and things to do, what actually works? In this episode I’m investigating A BUNCH.    In the activity section, Former Rugby player Tim Bateman who founded O-Studio lets me grill him on Infrared saunas, Ice Bathes and floats, I also give them a try and report back.  My friends and I have put our bodies on the line with some of the most common prod...

Botox. What is it and the underbelly of botox in NZ 29.09.2024

HELLO GORGEOUS!  Botox, we used to be scared to get it, scared to admit it and because of that we’re talking allll about it this week  What is botox? We speak to Jacki Smith Founder of Caci Clinic about what it is, what it does, long term effects and approx costs  How do we tell if the place we’re going to is unethical and taking money from people who are vulnerable  What’s an alternative? Olga Ne...

I’ve fallen off the bandwagon 22.09.2024

F WORD F WORD AND MORE F WORDS, This week I was 4 weeks in to seeing a health coach, I was doing all the things, doing really well, then my brain took over, I fell off the wagon then all of a sudden I’m adding ‘thigh slimmers’ to my cart and other metabolism diet pills that won’t work (I didn’t buy then)   In this episode I take you along with me to my appointment with Joelle Legg my health coach/...

SHOCKER! I’ve got ADHD, now what? 15.09.2024

Shocker of the century, I was recently diagnosed with ADHD, ever since things have blown my mind how different parts of my personality now make sense, it’s not just me living this reality though, so many people are being diagnosed late in life with ADHD and other neurodiversities, so what do we do afterwards? My friend Nathan was diagnosed last year with ADHD and PTSD after a traumatic event lande...

The guilt of wellbeing with Sarah Reid 08.09.2024

ALLO ALLO ALLO!  Our guest this week, Sarah Reidhas been drawing on her years of experience with luxury beauty brands, she has been inspired by her journey as a health coach and wellness advocate to make our lives better, with daily rituals, Sarah has done extensive research about kiwi women for her company ‘Embody Me’ and the stats about women in NZ putting themselves last, doing most of the unpa...

TSEXReunion with Morgan Penn on LIBIDO 01.09.2024

YOOOOHOOOO ONLY MEEEEE! It’s been a while since one of my besties somatic Sexologist Morgan Penn and I did a podcast episode together, but we had to organise a Trainee Sexologist reunion to talk all about libido. Morgan is such a great safe space to discuss this sort of thing because a low libido is so incredibly common or your libido changing throughout your life, I put all the questions to Morga...

Naturo-path or Naturo-scam? 25.08.2024

I got scammed by a naturopath. In the desperate search to feel better, I somehow ended up on a cooler bag worth of supplements and a massive credit card bill.  How do we spot the real from the scam? Are they all bullshit?  I talk to Doctor Sash and Naturopath Jess Blair to wade through the fake and how to spot someone who actually wants to help you and doesn’t just want your money.  Helpful links...

Bonus Bits: Young Jazz & side effects of meds 21.08.2024

BONUS EPISODE: Jazz Thornton and I met when she was 12, this is more of our journey together and what led to Jazz having go back on medication.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PIVOT! Like Ross Geller, but in the workplace 18.08.2024

Ahoy there! It’s Sharyn Casey here and thank you for having a gawk at my podcast.  Do you ever sit at work and think you don’t enjoy it anymore? Do you worry about what you would do if you left?  Have you been made redundant and need to try something new? Maybe it’s time to PIVOTEarlier this year, I wanted to leave my job, I was done. I had so many questions and fears about it. One day that day wi...

Bonus Bits: ACOTAR characters 13.08.2024

AHOY! Guess what? You deserve more SMUT  This is a bonus episode of some parts of the 'SMUT is the new porn' cutting room floor.  ENJOY  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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