Bec East
The Educate & Empower Podcast
Where women are guided, grounded, and gracefully reminded that every season of life deserves care. Welcome to The Educate & Empower Podcast , a space where clinical wisdom meets soulful conversation. Hosted by Rebecca East, Nurse Practitioner, CEO & and Founder of The Holistic Care Collective , this podcast is your companion through The Seasons of Her, from puberty to pre-pregnancy, postpartum to perimenopause, and every chapter in between. Each episode invites you to explore the connection between body, mind, and purpose, blending evidence-based women’s health, honest storytelling, and heartf...
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Jun 21, 2026
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Episodes
45. Bec's Fertility Journey 21.06.2026 27:08
In this deeply personal solo episode, Bec shares her own fertility journey and opens up about the challenges, heartbreak, uncertainty, and resilience that shaped her path to motherhood. With honesty and vulnerability, she reflects on years of navigating symptoms, seeking answers, advocating for her health, and ultimately receiving diagnoses of Endometriosis, Adenomyosis, and PCOS, now known as PMO...
44. Let's Talk About Anxiety 15.06.2026 25:45
In this solo episode, Bec opens up about her own experience living with anxiety while drawing on her clinical knowledge to explore one of the most common yet misunderstood health challenges affecting women today. Anxiety can impact anyone, but despite how common it is, many people still experience shame, stigma, and misunderstanding around both anxiety itself and the use of medication to support m...
43. Pelvic Floor Health Across Every Stage of a Woman’s Life with Grace Gillett 08.06.2026 46:30
Pelvic floor health is something many women don't think about, until something goes wrong. Yet these muscles play a vital role in bladder and bowel function, core stability, sexual health, pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and healthy ageing. In this episode, Bec is joined by Grace Gillett from Deniliquin Pelvic Physio to unpack the often misunderstood world of pelvic floor health and why it ma...
42. The Identity Shift No One Talks About After Becoming a Mother with Benita Bensch 01.06.2026 50:04
In this episode, Bec sits down with Benita to explore the often-overlooked concept of matrescence; the profound physical, emotional, psychological, social, and identity transformation that occurs when a woman becomes a mother. Together, they unpack why understanding matrescence can be so empowering for women, why motherhood can feel unexpectedly overwhelming, and the common experience of feeling l...
41. PCOS is now called PMOS - So what does this mean? 25.05.2026 13:42
PCOS, or Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome was recently renamed PMOS, or Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome. But what does this mean? Join Bec as she dives into why the name has been changed and what this means for people living with PMOS moving forward.
40. The Role Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine Can Play in Optimising Hormones with Chloe Stubberfield (The Which Doctor) 18.05.2026 48:39
In this episode, Bec sits down with Chloe Stubberfield - The Which Doctor, to explore the role acupuncture and Chinese Medicine can play in supporting and optimising women’s hormones. Together, they unpack the differences between Chinese medicine and Western medicine perspectives and how the two approaches can work alongside each other to provide more holistic and individualised care for women. Th...
39. 4Cyte Conference Debrief with Bec 11.05.2026 37:21
In this episode of The Educate & Empower Podcast, Bec sits down for a solo chat and debrief on everything she learned and had affirmed at a recent conference she attended around women's health. In the episode Bec shares information around: Contraception options and their effectiveness PCOS IVF & Egg Freezing Women’s Mental Health & Hormones Breast Cancer Heart disease in women No...
38. The Peri-Equation with Vik Linke 27.04.2026 22:50
In this episode, Bec sits down with Nurse Practitioner Vik Linke for an insightful and empowering conversation on perimenopause, a phase that often goes unrecognised, misunderstood, or dismissed altogether. Together, they unpack the wide range of symptoms associated with perimenopause, including those that are commonly mistaken for unrelated health concerns. Vik shares how many women are told thei...
37. From Lost to Empowered: A Patient's Journey 13.04.2026 22:09
In this episode, our nurse and midwife Jane is joined by a special guest — one of our own patients, who has chosen to remain anonymous — to share her personal health journey. Together, they explore what it felt like to experience ongoing health concerns that were dismissed, and the impact this had on her sense of self and wellbeing. The conversation follows her journey from feeling lost and unhear...
36. Supporting & Empowering our Teen Girls with Phoebe Barnes 30.03.2026 36:23
In this episode, we’re joined by Phoebe Barnes — teacher, mentor, and advocate for student wellbeing and positive mental health . Phoebe shares her passion for supporting young girls through her program Grounded Girls , which is designed to empower teenagers to feel confident, capable, and supported both in school and in life. We explore the unique challenges girls face during adolescence and the...
35. Preparing for Labour and Birth with Jane McLeish 16.03.2026 36:13
This episode is hosted by Jane, Registered Nurse and Midwife , to explore how to prepare for labour and birth. Drawing on her clinical experience supporting women through pregnancy and delivery, Jane shares practical insights into what to expect during labour and how individuals can prepare both physically and mentally for the birth experience. Jane covers common questions many expectant parents h...
34. Hormones, Breakouts & Teen Skin, with Mel Lonergan 02.03.2026 38:00
This week we’re joined by the incredible Mel Lonergan — Registered Cosmetic Nurse from MKL Aesthetics and founder of teen skincare range Nora Luvs Skin Co. We’re diving into all things teen skin , including the powerful role hormones play during puberty and adolescence. From breakouts and oil production to skincare routines that actually work, Mel shares expert insight and practical advice for tee...
33. Redefining Midlife & Reconnection to Self with Dani O'Brien 16.02.2026 49:17
This episode Bec is joined by special guest Dani O'Brien - Holistic Counsellor, as they talk about redefining midlife, perimenopause and beyond, as a time of reconnection, clarity, and self-trust. Through honest conversations and reflective insights, we explore identity, purpose, and the journey back to yourself.
32. Welcome to "The Seasons of Her" 02.02.2026 5:58
Today we're proud to introduce "The Seasons of Her" - our new signature framework for women's health. Because women don't move through life in straight lines. We move through seasons. Awaken. Nurture. Restore. Evolve. Be part of more than just a movement. We're creating a clinic and community to support women in every season of life.
31. Mini series: “From the Airwaves to You” Endometriosis 22.12.2025 42:00
This December we have hand picked some of Bec's favourite radio episodes to get you through the festive season and to get you excited about our 2026 'movement' This episode, Bec and Darcy are diving into an important conversation about Endometriosis, a condition that affects 1 in 7 Australian women yet is often misunderstood and misdiagnosed. They’ll be covering: What Endometriosis...
30. Mini Series: “From the Airwaves to You” Women's Health Checks! 15.12.2025 37:15
This December we have hand picked some of Bec's favourite radio episodes to get you through the festive season and to get you excited about our 2026 'movement' This weeks episode on It All Starts Within... Health & Wellbeing with Bec. In this week's episode, Bec and Darcy dive into an important health topic - Ovarian Cancer awareness. They discuss the signs and symptoms to...
29. Mini Series: “From the Airwaves to You” Women in Healthcare! 08.12.2025 42:22
This December we have hand picked some of Bec's favourite radio episodes to get you through the festive season and to get you excited about our 2026 'movement' This weeks episode on It All Starts Within... Health & Wellbeing with Bec. Darcy sits down with Bec to discuss the incredible role of women in healthcare. From breaking barriers and leading change to tackling gender disp...
28. Mini series: “From the Airwaves to You” My most famous guest so far! 01.12.2025 41:29
This December we have hand picked some of Bec's favourite radio episodes to get you through the festive season and to get you excited about our 2026 'movement' This weeks episode on It All Starts Within... Health & Wellbeing with Bec. Bec is still pinching herself over this very special guest!! Some months ago Bec and Darcy was joined by the one and only Michelle Bridges. Bec...
27. What we wish we knew back then... 06.08.2025 33:51
This week on the Educate & Empower podcast, I sit down with my brilliant business bestie Krysten, teacher, brain science queen, and all-round legend, to unpack a conversation we wish we had in school: 💭 What if we were actually taught about our menstrual cycles? ✨ How shame and silence shape our experiences 💬 What if we learned that sexual health is about more than just "don’t get pr...
26. My Mate Kate...and her unexpected journey post WL surgery! 30.07.2025 38:13
This week on The Educate & Empower Podcast, Bec is joined by Kate, an inspiring mum, wife and all the other things! Kate and Bec started their journeys as patient and practitioner but have over the course of the years developed a beautiful bond and friendship. Kate underwent weight loss surgery some years back but what she has found remarkably surprising is that what she received following her...
25. Lets Chat Postpartum 22.07.2025 32:49
In this week’s episode, Bec is joined by the amazing Jane registered nurse, midwife, and part of the team at Bec’s clinic, THCC. Together, they’re diving into an essential, yet often overlooked topic: postpartum recovery. It’s time to break the silence and shine a spotlight on why this conversation is so important for all women. Whether you’re a new mom, thinking about starting a family, or just p...
24. Women's Pleasure 15.07.2025 41:05
In this thought-provoking and often taboo episode, host Bec is joined by the insightful Heidi True for a raw and empowering chat about women’s pleasure. But it’s not just about intimacy it’s about joy, self-connection, and holistic wellbeing. Together, they unpack the topics we all should be talking about, but often find awkward or uncomfortable. Blending honest storytelling with science-backed in...
23. A Mid Year Update From Bec 01.07.2025 24:24
In this solo episode of The Educate & Empower Podcast , Bec jumps on the mic for a mid-year catch-up, because somehow, we’re already halfway through 2025 (!). She’s sharing: • What’s been happening behind the scenes • Reflections on the year so far • What’s coming up next for the podcast and The Holistic Care Collective • And a gentle pep talk for the remainder of the year It’s raw, real, and...
22. Women & Burnout With Dani O'Brien 24.06.2025 46:45
In this episode of The Educate & Empower Podcast , Bec is joined by Dani, an individual and couples holistic counsellor, for an honest and insightful chat about a topic that hits close to home for so many women - burnout. Together, they unpack: Who Dani is and the powerful work she does What burnout really is How burnout shows up in women - physically, emotionally, and mentally How to recognis...
21. The Gut-Hormone Connection with Emily Argus 17.06.2025 39:56
In this episode of the Educate & Empower Podcast , Bec is joined by pharmacist and gut health advocate Emily Argus for a down-to-earth and insightful chat about the powerful connection between gut health and hormones. They dive into: Emily’s journey into pharmacy and what inspired her The link between gut health and hormone regulation - and why it matters at every stage of life The role of pr...
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