Rebecca Morse and Grace Wakelin

In The Genes

Kids EN ↓ 55 episodes

In the Genes navigates the volatility and vulnerability of a modern mother/daughter relationship with humour, honesty and heart.

Author

Rebecca Morse and Grace Wakelin

Category

Kids

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Latest episode

Jul 7, 2026

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Episodes

In the Genes: Bel's Version 07.07.2026

Our special guest is Bel Gray, our Head Genie. In the first of two special episodes we spend with her, Bel shares insights into life with her husband, Port Adelaide superstar Robbie. Plus we unpack the Grand Final for Swifties, Taylor's Wedding.

Period Pain 30.06.2026

The Dilemma is back! It prompts Bec and Grace to share their most embarrassing period stories. Trigger warning if you're squeamish. Plus Bec has a selfish beef with Voicemails for Isabelle. To find out more about period poverty in SA visit  kickstartforkids.com.au

Karen at the Club 23.06.2026

Bec fears her clubbing days are over after her unfortunate behaviour at a bar over the weekend. Then she gets grilled on what lies ahead for Grace's future. Plus it's Grace's turn to quiz her mother on current pop culture. 

THE 80s QUIZ 16.06.2026

Given Grace's love of Quiz Nights, Bec tries to engage her with an 80s Quiz with varying degrees of success. You'll have to sit through Grace's beef over Bec giving away one of her favourite pieces of clothing first. Plus Grace's ode to Dua Lipa. Show sponsor: The Upcycled Upholsterer 

Who Are We? 09.06.2026

How would you describe yourself if you couldn't mention your job or professional achievements? After reading Ben Crowe's Where the Light Gets In, Bec and Grace undertake this assignment and urge you to do the same. Show sponsor: The Upcycled Upholsterer

Off Campus and Triggering the Manosphere 02.06.2026

Bec reveals her new side hustle. A smutty Mum Fail leads us into the Off Campus phenomenon, can real life men measure up? Plus we address the social media backlash we copped from the Manosphere.

You’re Not Bad for Getting Mad - talking Mum Rage with Lauren Novak 26.05.2026

Our guest is award-winning South Australian journalist Lauren Novak who joins us to talk about mum rage after writing Meltdown, a book on the subject. She tells us where the anger comes from and how to address it as Bec and Grace share how it presents itself in their relationship. Visit  laurennovak.com.au  to order the book and download some key tips.

Grace's Uni Struggles & the $159 Pasta 19.05.2026

It's Grace's turn for tears as she's left exhausted by her uni placements. The Korean mascara that almost derailed the live podcast record. And we return to the old debate of who should pay on a date. Also, FYI, Bec was wrong about the potato famine. Show sponsors HollyDay Travel  Livin Podcast 

IN THE GENES LIVE! 12.05.2026

This episode was recorded in front of our first live audience at the Myer Centre Adelaide on Mother's Day. It contains our story so far and a Q&A segment. Thanks to everyone who came along!

Grace's Party 05.05.2026

We're back baby! There's a lot to catch up on after Grace threw a party while Bec was on her first cruise. Turns out their perception of a tame party is quite different. Grace reveals something she's been hiding for a couple of weeks. And please come along to the first In the Genes live podcast recording at the Myer Centre on Mother's Day! Episode sponsors HollyDay Travel  Livin Po...

The Pressure to Create a Perfect Childhood 31.03.2026

Bec and Grace discuss what shapes childhood memories. Bec asks whether there's too much pressure on parents to create the perfect childhood at the expense of their own lives and Grace reveals her formative memories.

The Situationship 24.03.2026

Grace opens up about the end of her Situationship... the one Psychic Fotini warned her about! And Bec accidentally comes up with an awkward nickname for a potential new addition to the family.

Foot in Mouth Disease 17.03.2026

Bec loses her mind meeting one of the family's musical heroes. We share some awkward faux pas before Bec reveals one of her worst social mistakes ever, sorry if it corrupts innocent minds. And Grace wonders whether being a Party Girl is frowned upon by wellness culture?

Difficult Women 10.03.2026

Grace and Bec discuss International Women's Day, including whether MAFS should provide a platform for misogyny. Somehow Bunnings sausage sizzles and foot pics feature.

Grace Opens Up on a Uni Failure. And the bedroom bickering is back. 03.03.2026

PSA: Skip the first 12 minutes or so if you’re triggered by bickering, as tensions are high this week. Grace has had a setback at Uni which raises questions about whether school adequately prepares you for life decisions.

This Podcast has gone to Sh*t 24.02.2026

PSA: Don't listen to this one while you're eating. Story Time with Bec goes down the toilet and the episode never really recovers. Add two camera tripod collapses and a musical interruption and it's the most chaotic yet. On the only serious note, if you want to find out more about how you can help fight Period Poverty visit  kickstartforkids.com.au

The Intervention 17.02.2026

Bec has some notes on Grace’s bad habits, but she’s beaten to the punch by a stunt Grace prepared earlier. Bec’s perimenopausal brain fog sees her struggle with word-finding.

Where is She Now? 10.02.2026

Grace puts Bec on the interview couch to check in on how the past year has been for her personally and professionally. It turns into a deep dive into the challenges of both being a working mother, and being raised by one.

Ghosting, Brain Fog & the Phone in the River 03.02.2026

Grace ignores Physic Fotini’s relationship advice. Bec tests herself in a new job while battling brain fog. And have you been ghosted? Maybe their phone was just in a river.

In the Cards 27.01.2026

Welcome Back! Season Two kicks off with a reading from in-demand psychic Fotini (@psychicfotini_ ). She talks about psychic gifts and gives us a glimpse into what the future holds for Bec & Grace.

Tying the Season up with a Red Lacy Bow 25.11.2025

It’s the last episode for 2025 and we unpack the journey of the year that was. Plus Bec finds something disturbing in Grace’s room.

The Feng Shui One 18.11.2025

Steph McConachy from Nine Lemons Feng Shui is our special guest this week in this long-awaited woo woo episode! We learn the basics about the principles of Feng Shui and some practical ways you can try it in your home. Do you need to activate your peach blossom?

The Awards After Party 11.11.2025

We unpack our unexpected win at the SA Press Club. Plus we discuss how people in the public eye are under increasing scrutiny on social media. And now Grace is a quoted feminist, is the next step a career in politics? 

Labubu Boy 04.11.2025

An update as our Justice for Kirsty/Kristy/Kirsten/Kristen campaign gathers momentum. Grace has a story about Labubu Boy, you be the judge as to whether it's funny. And we have very different opinions on Sydney Sweeney's controversial dress.

An Episode Unlikely to Win an Award 28.10.2025

A rambling romp from potatoes, a boob, Schoolies, Bec's exes and more. Plus we unveil our new campaign; Justice for Kirsty/Kristys. If you would like to Opt in in October and receive a free Bowel Screening Kit visit  ncsr.gov.au

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