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Episode Title: I'll Let Myself In Podcast: Between The Lines Hosts: Leanne Tran and Chelle Griffin Episode Summary: In this episode of "Between The Lines," hosts Leanne Tran and Chelle Griffin dive into the powerful and inspiring book "I'll Let Myself In" by Hannah Diviney, a leading disability and women's rights advocate based in Sydney. Diviney, who has cerebral palsy, shares her journey of self...

Episode Title: Green Dot Podcast: Between The Lines Hosts: Leanne Tran and Chelle Griffin Episode Summary: In this episode of "Between The Lines," hosts Leanne Tran and Chelle Griffin discuss "Green Dot" by Madeleine Gray, a book that delves into the complexities of adulthood and relationships. The story follows Hera, a 24-year-old moderating online comments, who enters an affair with a middle-age...

Episode Title: Ending Body Burnout Podcast: Between The Lines Hosts: Leanne Tran and Chelle Griffin Guest: Philippa Bellette Episode Summary: In this episode of "Between The Lines," hosts Leanne Tran and Chelle Griffin are joined by Philippa Bellette to discuss her book "Ending Body Burnout," which explores the causes and solutions for body burnout in high-achieving women. Philippa emphasizes the...

Spring Reading Pile – Embracing New Beginnings Hosts:  Leanne and Chelle Episode Overview:  In this bonus episode, Leanne and Chelle celebrate the arrival of spring by sharing their spring reading pile. They discuss the books they are excited to read over the next three months, reflecting on how the season of renewal and transformation inspires their literary choices. From personal development to...

Episode Title: Homecoming Podcast: Between The Lines Hosts: Leanne Tran and Chelle Griffin Episode Summary: In this episode of "Between The Lines," hosts Leanne Tran and Chelle Griffin explore Kate Morton's novel "Homecoming," an epic narrative that spans generations and delves into themes of motherhood, secrets, and the healing power of truth. Set in 1959 and the present day, the story follows Je...

Episode Title: No Time Like the Future Podcast: Between The Lines Hosts: Leanne Tran and Chelle Griffin Episode Summary: In this episode of "Between The Lines," hosts Leanne Tran and Chelle Griffin delve into "No Time Like the Future" by Michael J. Fox, a poignant memoir about resilience and optimism in the face of Parkinson's disease. Diagnosed at 29, Fox has been a vocal advocate for Parkinson's...

Episode Title: The Lyrebird Lake Ladies Choir Podcast: Between The Lines Hosts: Leanne Tran and Chelle Griffin Guest: Sandie Docker Episode Summary: In this episode of "Between The Lines," hosts Leanne Tran and Chelle Griffin are joined by Australian author Sandie Docker to discuss her sixth book, "The Lyrebird Lake Ladies Choir," set to release on June 18. The novel centers on sisters Eleanor and...

Episode Title: Phosphorescence Podcast: Between The Lines Hosts: Leanne Tran and Chelle Griffin Episode Summary: In this episode of "Between The Lines," hosts Leanne Tran and Chelle Griffin explore Julia Baird's book "Phosphorescence," which delves into finding light and sustenance in life's darker moments. Baird, a journalist and historian with a PhD in history, is praised for her vivid imagery a...

Episode Title: The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife Podcast: Between The Lines Hosts: Leanne Tran and Chelle Griffin Guest: Anna Johnston Episode Summary: In this episode of "Between The Lines," hosts Leanne Tran and Chelle Griffin are joined by debut author Anna Johnston to discuss her novel "The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife." The story centers on 82-year-old Frederick, who, due to a case of mi...

Exploring Women's Stories with Kylie Orr Podcast: Between The Lines Hosts: Leanne Tran and Chelle Griffin Guest: Kylie Orr Episode Summary: In this episode of "Between The Lines," hosts Leanne Tran and Chelle Griffin welcome Kylie Orr, author of "Someone Else's Child" and "The 11th Floor." Kylie discusses her novels, focusing on themes of women's safety, motherhood, and the consequences of lies. S...

Episode Title: The House That Joy Built Podcast: Between The Lines Hosts: Leanne Tran and Chelle Griffin Episode Summary: In this episode of "Between The Lines," hosts Leanne Tran and Chelle Griffin dive into "The House That Joy Built" by Holly Ringland. The book explores themes of creativity and overcoming fear, resonating with various forms of creativity beyond writing. Leanne and Chelle discuss...

Episode Title: Winter Reading Pile Podcast: Between The Lines Hosts: Leanne Tran and Chelle Griffin Episode Summary: In this episode of "Between The Lines," hosts Leanne Tran and Chelle Griffin share their winter reading lists, featuring a mix of fiction and non-fiction books. Leanne plans to dive into titles like "The Last Love Note" by Emma Gray, "The Terms of Inheritance" by Michelle Upton, and...

Episode Title: Exploring Life's Possibilities with Michelle Upton Podcast: Between The Lines Hosts: Leanne Tran and Chelle Griffin Guest: Michelle Upton Episode Summary: In this episode of "Between The Lines," hosts Leanne Tran and Chelle Griffin welcome Michelle Upton, author of "Emergency Exit Only" and "Terms of Inheritance." Michelle shares insights into her novel "Emergency Exit Only," which...

Episode Title: Overcoming Self-Sabotage with "The Mountain Is You" Podcast: Between The Lines Hosts: Leanne Tran and Chelle Griffin Episode Summary: In this episode of "Between The Lines," hosts Leanne Tran and Chelle Griffin explore "The Mountain Is You" by Brianna Wiest, a book that delves into the concept of self-sabotage. They discuss why people self-sabotage, often due to chronic issues from...

Episode Title: Exploring New Paths with Kerryn Maine Podcast: Between The Lines Hosts: Leanne Tran and Chelle Griffin Guest: Kerryn Maine Episode Summary: In this episode of "Between The Lines," hosts Leanne Tran and Chelle Griffin interview Kerryn Maine, an author and former wedding photographer turned police officer, about her debut novel "Lenny Marks Gets Away with Murder." Kerryn discusses her...

Episode Title: Strengthening Parent-Child Connections with "Hold On to Your Kids" Podcast: Between The Lines Hosts: Leanne Tran and Chelle Griffin Episode Summary: In this episode of "Between The Lines," hosts Leanne Tran and Chelle Griffin discuss "Hold On to Your Kids" by Gordon Neufeld and Gabor Mate. The book emphasizes the importance of parental influence over peer influence in children's liv...

Weekends with the Sunshine Gardening Society Podcast: Between The Lines Hosts: Leanne Tran and Chelle Griffin Guest: Sophie Green Episode Summary: In this episode of "Between The Lines," hosts Leanne Tran and Chelle Griffin are joined by author and publisher Sophie Green to discuss her latest novel, "Weekends with the Sunshine Gardening Society," set in Noosa Heads, 1987. The book follows newly di...

Embracing the Sacred Feminine with "Rise, Sister, Rise" Podcast: Between The Lines Hosts: Leanne Tran and Chelle Griffin Episode Summary: In this episode of "Between The Lines," hosts Leanne Tran and Chelle Griffin delve into Rebecca Campbell's book "Rise, Sister, Rise," which explores the rise of the sacred feminine and the importance of cyclical energy. Cheryl shares how the book inspired her jo...

Leanne and Chelle have created their first Seasonal Episode. Join them as they share which books are in their autumn reading pile.   The Books mentioned: A Thousand Wasted Sundays by Victoria Vanstone. Chelle did a little more research and stands corrected, this book is a comedic memoir rather than a prescriptive memoir. Joy Moody is Out of Time by Kerryn Mayne (look out for our upcoming episode w...

Episode Title: Thirst for Salt Podcast: Between The Lines Hosts: Leanne Tran and Chelle Griffin Guest: Madeline Lucas Episode Summary: In this episode of "Between The Lines," hosts Leanne Tran and Chelle Griffin are joined by debut novelist Madeline Lucas to discuss her book "Thirst for Salt." Madeline, born in Melbourne and raised in Sydney, shares her journey from writing short stories to crafti...

Leanne and Chelle embark of an episode of reflection as they enter 2024 and discuss Shonda Rhime's The Year of Yes. This book really got Leanne and Chelle pondering all the philosophical aspects of Yes. You'll notice alot of dead air (a playful reference to Leanne's childhood love of reading The Babysitter's Club) throughout this episode which will attribute to Leanne & Chelle really thinking hard...

In this episode Leanne and Chelle met with Australian Author, the awesome Kate Solly, over zoom on a Thursday morning and chatted about her debut novel, Tuesday Evenings with the Copeton Craft Resistance. Join in the laughs of this delightful conversation discussing the wonderful characters, Kate's tenacity for producing such a fascinating story devling into community, exploring diffence and the h...

Episode Title: Sensitive is the New Strong Podcast: Between The Lines Hosts: Leanne Tran and Chelle Griffin Episode Summary: In this episode of "Between The Lines," hosts Leanne Tran and Chelle Griffin discuss "Sensitive is the New Strong" by Anita Moorjani. The book explores the traits and challenges of empaths, individuals who sense and absorb others' emotions, often leading to sensory overload...

In today's episode Leanne and Chelle chat their way through everything written by Liane Moriaty, bestselling Australian Fiction author. Leanne and Chelle love a good plot twist and Liane Moriaty is masterful as blindsiding her audience. The Books: Nine Perfect Strangers Apple's Never Fall Big Little Lies What Alice Forgot The Husband's Secret Truly Madly Guilty Other Mentions: Big Little Lies and...

Leanne and Chelle discuss the wild and varied life of Ruth Shaw, the only of a bookstore in far south New Zealand. Book: The Bookstore at the end of the World by Ruth Shaw. Other Mentions: Chelle was curious about the difference between an autobiography and a memoir however at time of recording she hadn't actually done anything more than ponder. At time of publication we can share that research ha...