Hey Soul Sista with Mel Histon

The Bondi shootings shocked the nation, but they are part of a bigger story: the rise of extremism in Australia and globally. In this episode, host Mel Histon, and guest, Dr Jen Robinson, explore the Bondi shootings and what they reveal about fear, polarisation, and the pathways to extremism — from political ideology to online radicalisation. Dr. Jen shares insights into how young people are...

In this deeply grounding and inspiring conversation, Hey Soul Sista host, Mel Histon, is joined by Geoff Rupp , a Vedic meditation teacher, Vedic astrologer, and founder of Find Your Calm , to explore what happens when life forces you to stop—and listen. After being diagnosed with cancer and later made redundant from a high-pressure television career, Geoff found himself at a profound crossr...

What happens when you grow — and not everyone claps? A raw, honest conversation about growth, jealousy, friendship, and becoming yourself. In this powerful and deeply honest conversation, host Mel Histon, is joined by Jaimie Abbott and Alex Morris to reflect on the past year — the wins, the wounds, and the lessons learned from their experiences and that come with becoming yourself. Tog...

What happens when we don’t set boundaries? Burnout. Resentment. Emotional exhaustion. Disconnection from self. In this powerful and practical episode of Hey Soul Sista , host Mel Histon is joined by psychologist Dr. Rickie Elliott to explore why personal boundaries are essential for mental health, emotional wellbeing, and healthy relationships — and why so many women struggle to set th...

What if the answers you’ve been searching for have been inside you all along — and you just need to learn to hear them? In this soulful episode of  Hey Soul Sista , Mel Histon sits down with bestselling author, intuitive guide, and cacao ceremony facilitator Hollie Azzopardi . Hollie shares her transformative journey from corporate life to becoming a psychic and spiritual mentor,...

What happens when the world you love becomes the place that breaks you? In this deeply personal and powerful episode, host, Mel Histon, sits down with her sister, Kate Histon , to uncover a truth that has stayed hidden in the shadows of the dance world for far too long. From the outside, ballet looks beautiful—poised, elegant, disciplined. But behind the curtain? For so many dancers, the rea...

So many of us struggle with intimacy and sexual satisfaction — often because we don’t fully understand our bodies or how pleasure really works. In this eye-opening and deeply empowering conversation, host Mel Histon, sits down with leading sex therapist, Gabrielle Lawrie, to dive into the most common misconceptions about sex, intimacy, and connection — and why so many people stru...

A deep political and emotional divide is shaping the way women in America see their country, their safety, and their future — with left-leaning and right-leaning women often living in what feel like completely different realities. In this timely and eye-opening episode, host Mel Histon, sits down with journalist and cultural commentator Alex Morris , who has just returned from the United Sta...

Domestic violence doesn’t always look like what we imagine — and for many women, the danger begins long before the first moment of fear. In this powerful episode, host - Mel Histon -  sits down with TikTok superstar and domestic violence advocate Paige Bush , who courageously shares her journey from escaping and surviving abuse to using her voice to support thousands of others. Pa...

Bullying isn’t just “kids being kids”—it can leave deep, lasting scars on mental health. In this episode, host, Mel Histon, and special guest, Charlotte Thaarup, explore the often-overlooked connection between bullying and anxiety, depression, and emotional trauma. They dive into how persistent bullying can affect the brain and central nervous system, influence self-percept...

From the depths of anorexia and domestic violence to becoming a voice for healing and women’s wellbeing, Sophie Pigott’s journey is a testament to the power of resilience, nourishment, and soulful growth. In this deeply moving episode of  Hey Soul Sista , Sophie shares with host, Mel Histon, her powerful story of healing and finding peace — from developing an eating disorder...

Fertility isn’t just a medical issue — it’s a deeply emotional, human journey filled with hope, heartbreak, and resilience. In this heartfelt episode of  Hey Soul Sista , host Mel Histon chats with Dr Erin Fuller , fertility specialist from Genea , about the highs and lows of trying to conceive — from infertility and IVF to the emotional strength and resilience of...

What really happens when we die — and what does it teach us about how to truly live ? In this soul-expanding episode, Rebecca Gibson , a psychic medium and psychiatric nurse , shares her extraordinary personal near-death experience and the profound insights it gave her about consciousness, life after death, and the healing power of the Higher Self . Rebecca’s story bridges the worlds o...

Psychologist, Kaz Amos, and yoga teacher, Holly Green, join host, Mel Histon, to explore the art of letting go and finding peace through the combined wisdom of psychology, yoga, and spirituality. Mel, Kaz, and Holly discuss: How people hold onto past experiences and how to release them Letting go of attachments, expectations, and control Somatic practices, yoga, and breathwork as tools for emotion...

In this deeply healing and heartfelt conversation, host, Mel Histon, sits down Nicola Unite —a psychotherapist, breathwork facilitator, and founder of The Unite Space —to explore the impact that trauma has in people's lives, how our bodies hold the traumatic stories of our past, and the healing pathways to a calm, peaceful and soulful life. Together they dive into how trauma is stored...

What really is toxic femininity —and how is it shaping our lives, relationships, and sense of self? In this powerful episode of Hey Soul Sista , I chat with mindfulness teacher Charlotte Thaarup about how cultural conditioning teaches women to be “nice” and self-sacrificing, and how those patterns can become toxic. We explore everyday examples—like people-pleasing, gossip,...

In this powerful episode of  Hey Soul Sista , host, Mel Histon sits down with Jacinta McDonell , co-founder of Anytime Fitness Australia, who helped grow the brand into nearly 600 gyms. From the outside, she was a picture of business success – but on the inside, she felt the pull toward a more authentic, soulful life. Jacinta shares how she found the courage to walk away from the boardr...

What happens when the life you’ve built is turned upside down overnight? In this episode of Hey Soul Sista, journalist, writer, and podcaster Laura Jackel shares with host, Mel Histon, the shocking moment a landslip in New Lambton left her family home unsafe and forced them to suddenly move out — finding themselves, quite literally, without a place to live. Laura opens up about the emo...

In this episode of Hey Soul Sista , Mel sits down with Courtney Ugle — a proud Noongar woman, VFLW footballer, domestic violence advocate, and the founder of Waangkiny . Courtney’s life was forever changed when her mother was murdered in an act of domestic violence. She knows what it means to lose, to grieve, and to fight her way back. But what makes Courtney extraordinary is how she h...

In this insightful and honest conversation, host - Mel Histon, is joined once again by psychologist Kaz Amos to explore the shifting landscape of relationships in midlife . Together, they unpack: Why midlife is such a powerful season of transition, reflection, and renewal How physical changes like perimenopause and menopause impact intimacy, communication, and connection The challenges and opportu...

From the courtroom to the cosmos, Dr Ezzie Spencer’s journey is anything but ordinary. Starting out as a human rights lawyer focused on women’s safety and justice, Ezzie now blends her legal mind with spiritual insight, coaching, and intuitive practices to help women unlock their fullest potential. In this inspiring conversation, Mel and Ezzie dive into her fascinating career pivot&mda...

In this inspiring conversation, Melissa sits down with money mentor, best-selling author, and entrepreneur Denise Duffield-Thomas to explore what it really looks like to evolve through different seasons of life and business. Known for her groundbreaking work helping women break through money blocks and create abundant businesses, Denise opens up about: Why she chose to take a sabbatical from her m...

In this deeply honest and inspiring episode, Jaimie Abbott pulls back the curtain on her extraordinary journey—from serving in the military and working overseas for the UN, to stepping into politics, transforming her body, and navigating the complexities of motherhood and career. Jaimie shares the highs and lows of leaving her young family behind for global assignments, the tough reality of...

A moving conversation with yoga teacher Holly Green on surrendering to life’s challenges, finding inner wisdom, and living with soulful presence. When life delivers the unimaginable, where do you find your strength? In this heartfelt episode of Hey Soul Sista , I sit down with yoga teacher and soulful guide Holly Green , whose journey weaves together ancient yogic wisdom, the raw realities o...

In this raw, honest and soul-stirring episode of Hey Soul Sista, Mel Histon, welcomes back one of the podcast’s most-loved guests: Rebecca Gibson. A powerful fusion of spiritual intuition and clinical insight, Bec is both a psychic medium and a psychiatric health professional working on the frontlines of Australia’s mental health system. Together, Melissa and Bec explore the chaos and...