Raw Reality

Feeling stuck? Unmotivated? Like you've completely fallen off track? You're not alone and you're definitely not too far gone. In this week's episode, we're joined by Bec Stewart for an honest conversation about what it really feels like to be in a slump, why so many of us end up there, and how to stop waiting for motivation and start creating momentum instead. We talk about the...

#191 The boys are finally taking over the podcast! After collecting your burning questions, we handed them the mic to answer everything from relationships and red flags to living with us, funny stories, and the questions you've all been dying to know. Expect plenty of laughs, honest opinions, a little chaos, and a whole new side of the boys. This is one episode you won't want to miss. 2026...

Halfway through the year and feeling like you've lost your spark? You're not alone. In this episode, we're having the mid-year reality check we all need. Whether you've fallen off your routines, lost motivation, slipped back into old habits, or simply feel disconnected from the goals you set in January, this conversation is for you. We unpack why the mid-year slump happens, how bad...

#190 Are we actually having a quarter-life crisis... or are we just growing up? This week we're unpacking the weird, confusing and hilarious stage of life where everyone seems to have it figured out... except you. From questioning our careers and friendships to suddenly caring about protein, gut health and homewares, we're diving into the identity shifts that come with your 20s. We chat about the...

In this week's Pregnancy Series episode, we sit down with private midwife Tarlia from Avenir Midwifery to discuss home birth vs hospital birth, birth plans, common interventions, and how women can make informed choices throughout pregnancy and labour. From inductions and epidurals to C-sections and home births, we unpack the realities of birth, debunk common myths, and share practical advice t...

#189 This week on Raw Reality, we sit down with Cooper Chapman, ex-professional surfer, mental health advocate, and founder of The Good Human Factory. Cooper shares his journey from chasing success in elite sport to building a movement that helps make mental health conversations more approachable, practical, and accessible for everyday people. We dive into the pressures of professional surfing, ty...

This week on Raw Reality, we sit down with Avalon for an honest conversation about conceiving, pregnancy, motherhood, body image, and the transition into becoming a stay-at-home mum. Avalon shares her journey to motherhood, opening up about the realities of trying to conceive, the pressures and emotions that can come with fertility, and the expectations she had before becoming a mum. We also dive...

#188 Confidence is something almost everyone wants more of, yet so many people believe it's something you're either born with or without. In this episode, we're breaking down the truth about confidence and sharing 5 practical ways to build it in your everyday life. We chat about the importance of keeping promises to yourself, why confidence comes after action (not before it), how compa...

Birth is one of the most natural things the body is designed to do, yet for so many women it feels overwhelming, feared, or misunderstood. In this episode, we’re joined by Shari from Belly2Birth to break down what hypnobirthing actually is, the stages of labour, and what’s really happening in the body during birth. We also dive into fear, mindset, and how they can shape the birth experience. We di...

#187 Welcome back to Girl Club 💌This week, we're putting our big sister hats on and diving into your dilemmas. From situationships and relationship uncertainty to navigating fitness motivation, first kisses, friendships, confidence, and figuring out what you want to do with your future, we're answering some of the questions that have been weighing on your minds lately. We chat about knowing when...

In this special pregnancy series episode, we sit down with a future mum and dad as they share their honest thoughts, emotions, and experiences on the journey to parenthood. From the excitement and anticipation to the fears, challenges, and everything in between, they open up about how they're feeling as they prepare to welcome their little one into the world. A raw and heartfelt conversation a...

#186 Surprise... we're launching our very own connection cards: Between Us . Created for the conversations we don't have enough of the honest ones, the vulnerable ones, the ones that bring us closer. With 35 thoughtfully designed prompts, Between Us is here to help you reflect, laugh, open up, and explore the conversations that often stay beneath the surface. Simply take turns pulling a ca...

#185 episode all about how wellness culture has gone from helping people… to convincing them they’re constantly broken. We unpack the rise of fear-based health trends, performative wellness, and the obsession with fixing every symptom, ingredient, and routine. From supplements and cold plunges to anxiety disguised as “healthy living,” this conversation is a reminder that real health is usually bui...

#184 In this episode, we dive into what it truly means to show up as your authentic self, both online and in real life. From school pressure, family expectations, fitting in, and feeling like you had to be someone you’re not, we unpack how society often teaches us to belong before we even know who we are. We talk about the exhausting cycle of performing for validation, the loneliness that comes fr...

#183 In this episode, we’re addressing the tea ... From social media opinions to the realities of putting your life online, we’re having an honest conversation about assumptions, criticism, and why not everything is as personal as people make it. We also dive into the conversation around Tori’s YouTube comments, plus catch you up on all the latest life updates, the warehouse, new set and new direc...

#182 This episode breaks down what success actually looks like beyond money or achievements. We dive into how the way you train, show up in business, and build relationships all shape your reality. From discipline and consistency to failure, growth, and connection. This is about creating a version of success that’s aligned, sustainable, and genuinely fulfilling. Raw Reality https://rawreality.com....

#181 This episode is your reality check. No fresh starts. No “Monday resets.” Just the truth about what to do when you’re already in it… and feel like giving up. We’re talking about showing up when it’s hard, letting go of perfection, and learning that real progress comes from the messy, average days not the perfect ones. You don’t need to do more… you need to quit less. Raw Reality https://rawrea...

Jaz Slone is a Kona-qualified Ironman athlete and former competitive bodybuilder — and in this episode she holds nothing back. We cover the brutal reality of Ironman training, navigating a stress fracture, the mental side of 11+ hours on course, and what it actually felt like to cross the finish line at one of the hardest races in the world. If you've ever wanted to push yourself further than...

#180 in this episode, we open up an honest and unfiltered conversation around pregnancy, going beyond the highlight reel and into the reality of what this season actually feels like. From physical changes and training to body image, weight gain, and shifts in routine, we answer your questions and share how it has impacted us both physically and mentally. We also dive into the emotional side, inclu...

In this episode, we sit down with Olympian Desi Johnson to unpack the full reality behind her journey. From representing Australia in netball to sprinting, battling serious injuries, and ultimately stepping into the world of bobsled. What looks like an unconventional path to the Olympics is actually years of discipline, setbacks, and relentless resilience. We dive into what those transition years...

#179 SkinnyTok is back… but at what cost? In this episode, we unpack the rise of “skinny” culture again from under-fuelling disguised as wellness to the growing conversation around Ozempic, peptides and rapid weight loss. We break down how these trends are being marketed as “health” and “discipline,” when in reality, a lot of it is restriction in disguise. Because the truth is, the line between be...

In this episode, we sit down with elite athlete Bree Rizzo to unpack the reality of what it truly takes to compete at the highest level and it’s not what you think. From the discipline behind the scenes to the sacrifices no one talks about, we dive into the gap between perception and reality in elite sport. We talk about showing up on the days you don’t feel like it, the pressure of performance, a...

#178 In this episode, we sit down with our talent manager to unpack the reality of the influencer industry, from how agencies are built to what actually goes on behind the scenes of brand deals. We dive into what brands are really looking for, how to start charging, and the metrics that actually matter when it comes to growth. We also break down how management works, how to get signed, and the big...

Welcome to the Athlete Series. In this episode, we sit down for the third time with Annabelle Ronnfeldt, and it’s safe to say, a lot has changed. From HYROX to marathons, triathlons, Turf Games and everything in between, Annabelle is taking on just about every fitness challenge out there. We dive into what it really takes to balance high-performance training across multiple disciplines, and the re...

#177 In this episode, we’re calling it out the “lazy girl” mindset that’s quietly holding you back. We unpack the difference between protecting your energy and settling for comfort, and why so many people stay stuck without even realising it. Because laziness doesn’t always look like doing nothing, it looks like procrastinating, delaying and choosing the easy option. We talk about how this comfort...