The Aging Project

Join us for an insightful episode where we delve into osteoporosis and strategies for building strong bones with Professor Belinda Beck, an expert in bone health. Summary: In this episode, Shelley Craft engages in a conversation with Professor Belinda Beck about osteoporosis, its causes, risk factors, diagnosis, and preventive measures. The discussion includes insights into nutrition, exercise, an...

Renowned habit experts, Dr. Gina Cleo, joins us to explore the profound impact of habits on our lives. Discover the science behind habits, practical strategies for fostering positive behaviours, and overcoming challenges for lasting change.  Dr. Cleo's personal journey as a dietician led her to uncover the importance of habits in sustaining positive changes, particularly in weight loss and he...

In this episode of The Aging Project Podcast, we dive deep into the fascinating world of women's health with renowned researcher and expert, Professor Julie Byles. Julie was the director of t he Australian Longitudinal Study on Women’s Health (ALSWH),  a national, longitudinal, population-based study  of 57,000 women in Australia. Professor Byles provides invaluable insights into th...

In this episode of The Aging Project Podcast, join us as we speak with Dr. Shammi Theesan, dermatologist and founder of ODE Dermatology in Melbourne. Dr. Shammi shares her expertise on the changing role of dermatology and practical tips for skincare, sun protection, hair health, and overall well-being. Discover the key takeaways and valuable insights that empower you to prioritise your skin, hair,...

In this podcast episode, host Shelley Craft speaks with  gynaecologist, Dr Fariba Behnia-Willison, shedding light on the importance of women's health and vaginal care. Here are the key points discussed: Introduction: Dr. Fariba Behnia-Willison, founder of FBW Gynaecology Plus in South Australia. - Recently won two national Telstra Best of Business Awards: "Championing Health" and "Acceleratin...

In this episode of The Aging Project Podcast, Shelley Craft sits down with Dr. Ross Walker, an experienced cardiologist and author, to discuss heart health and the importance of preventive measures.  Topics Discussed: 1. The Prevalence of Heart Disease : - Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women globally, highlighting the need for awareness and preventive measures.- Dispelling t...

When Lise Carlaw and Sarah Wills met for the first time in their mid-thirties, something extraordinary happened. Their instant connection and fast friendship was the catalyst for a total career change for both of them, and before they knew it they were hosting a national radio show as the MC duo ‘Those Two Girls’ – with neither of them ever having had any past radio experience! The show was a runa...

Deborah Hutton is a household name in Australia and a woman who’s worn many hats during her incredible career. We first met her when she graced Cosmopolitan magazine’s cover at just 16. She then went on to have a spectacular international modelling career, has hosted countless television shows, edited the Australian Women’s Weekly for more than a decade, has written a couple of cookbooks, and is a...

When Tara Castle first met her husband Joe in London, their connection was instant and undeniable. What came next was a friendship that soon turned into a beautiful love story. They were married in Brisbane’s stunning Farm Park and went on to have two gorgeous children and a happy, loving marriage. But one weekend four years ago, fit, healthy, active Joe began feeling unwell, and within just a few...

Sarah-Jane Clarke is an internationally acclaimed fashion designer, entrepreneur, and mother to three teenage boys. As one half of the iconic fashion label, sass & bide, Sarah- Jane has experienced dizzying career success - and all the highs and lows that come with it. Since the sale of sass & bide in 2014, Sarah-Jane has evolved both personally and professionally, and says having...

If you’re on Instagram, chances are you’ve come across this week’s guest. At 59, Maz is a mother, a grandmother, and a farmer - and she also just happens to have 100,000 Instagram followers and has created viral content that’s reached a million people. Her disarming manner and ability to share herself exactly as she is has inspired women everywhere to be themselves, find their joy, and be proud of...

When Phoebe Stuart was 18, she was a carefree, hockey-playing, party-loving university student embarking on a law degree. Then, without warning, she contracted a devastating mystery illness that ultimately took her legs, her left hand, and much of her vision. Today, Phoebe is a lawyer, a writer, a keynote speaker, and the mother of two gorgeous little boys.  Her inspiring story invites us all...

Lisa Curry is someone who needs no introduction. The triple Olympian has been in the public eye for 40 years, and in that time has continued to evolve and transform, applying the same passion and dedication that took her to the top in swimming to everything she’s done since. She’s a wellness entrepreneur, an author, a Sport Australia Hall Of fame inductee, and has been honoured with the Order of A...

Join Shelley this week as she meets Karina Stewart, founder of the award-winning health and wellness retreat, Kamalaya Koh Samui - a healing sanctuary where she shares her deep passion for holistic health and well-being with guests from all over the globe. A renowned speaker and holistic health trailblazer, Karina has more than 40 years of experience in the study and practice of diverse Asian heal...

Join Shelley this week as she meets Alexx Stuart, the founder of Low Tox Life. Alexx is an incredible advocate for healthy, low-tox living who’s built a movement to help people reduce the toxic load in their lives - and become healthier and happier as a result! She’s shone a light on the lack of transparency in our food system and the mystery around what goes into personal care and cleaning produc...

Join Shelley for this very special episode of The Aging Project Off Season to meet clinical nutritionist Lynsey Koch. Aside from running her highly successful nutrition business, Seed & Sprout, and developing the amazing C-Biogenetics products, she’s also an integral part of our You Must Try It team. Over at YMTI, she’s known as ‘the wellness guru’ for her profound knowledge of and endless ent...

Join Shelley for this episode of The Aging Project Off Season as she chats with Lisa Messenger – a self-made entrepreneur, the incredibly successful founder and CEO of The Collective Hub, and the author of 38 books.     Her latest book, ‘Start Up To Scale Up’, focuses on starting and growing your own business and in this interview Lisa shares the ups and downs of her own journey to succe...

In this episode of The Aging Project Off Season Shelley meets Clare Stewart, a woman who has overcome incredible adversity. She’s a mother of three, a barrister, an author, and the mayor of Noosa, but her journey has been very different from the one she had planned. At the age of just 23, Clare was involved in an accident that changed her life completely. When out for her regular morning run, a ga...

Join Shelley for a very special episode of The Aging Project Off Season as she chats with four inspiring people who’ve poured their hearts, souls, and expertise into products you can find at www.youmusttryit.com.au You’ll meet: A hairdresser who was taken down by a chronic health condition and went on to create a hugely successful range of organic tanning products A magazine editor whose unexplain...

In this first episode of The Aging Project Off Season, Shelley chats with the inspiring winner of The Aging Project’s Season One Challenge, Robyn Hunter. Robyn’s family history meant that she never imagined she would love a long life. Her mother died at just 47 from breast cancer – the same disease that her grandmother died of at only 36. Robyn is now 62 and is wholeheartedly embracing her aging j...

Join us for The Aging Project Podcast as Shelley meets Dr. Dale Bredeson, a renowned neurologist who believes he’s found the answers to Alzheimer’s. Internationally recognised as an expert in neurodegenerative diseases, Dr. Bredeson’s career has been driven by his belief that Alzheimer’s is preventable - and even reversible. The result of his   research is the ‘ReCODE Protocol’, a treatment p...

Join us for Episode 11 of The Aging Project Podcast to meet Chip Conley, a man who’s going to get you thinking about what you want for your life, and how you’re going to make it happen. At just 26, Chip started a business that became the second largest boutique hotel brand in America. At 47, he died nine times. Yes – you read that correctly! It was the wake-up call he needed to make some big chang...

In this episode of The Aging Project podcast, we meet the incomparable Dr. Donese Worden, who joins us all the way from Arizona to chat about the Big C - and what we can do to decrease our risk or minimise its impact. Dr. Donese is a renowned naturopathic medical doctor, clinical researcher, and global educator at the forefront of integrated medicine. She believes wholeheartedly that cancer care s...

In this episode of The Aging Project podcast, we chat with Karen Lang about the importance of making space to connect with our authentic selves as we get older. In 2001, Karen’s life was irrevocably changed when her nine-year-old son Nathan died suddenly. In the years and depths of grief that followed, Karen began to look at life through a different lens, which ultimately led her to discover a new...

In this episode of The Aging Project podcast, we chat with Dr. Libby Weaver about how our body tells us exactly what it thinks of our lifestyle choices. Dr. Libby is a nutritional biochemist with more than 20 years of clinical experience, who’s also a thirteen-times best-selling author, and a renowned international speaker. She’s passionate about helping women understand   how incredible thei...