The Health Classes You Missed

Today is exciting!! This is the first HYH episode I have done with someone I do not know. Alex was kind enough to put his hand up and spend his time chatting with me. We talk about his ACL recovery, how he uses podcasts to help check in with mates and his MASSIVE move to a new town for a new job. He talks about putting himself out there to meet new people and how focusing on gratitude helped him f...

Hi team!  Back with another short and sweet NSQ episode. Today we are talking about whether mum was right when she told you to "stop cracking those damn knuckles or you'll get arthritis when you're older!" Is it true? Why do people crack their knuckles? How do I stop? All covered today! P.s. I crack my knuckles at 3.10m. So skip to 3.20m if you can't handle those sounds.    More info: A mathematic...

Today I (very casually) chat to my boyfriend, Stratos. Our combined squirrel brains can't stay on a topic for long. Stratos shares a bit about his work whiteboard, how golf has helped his mental health and that his ideal day is just every Saturday we've had recently. We also laugh, a lot, and you get a bit of an insight as to why I keep him around. I hope this inspires you to have a giggle with so...

Hey team! Today we are talking about the link between drug use (particularly substance abuse) and depression. According to Beyond Blue , over 500,000 Australians will experience depression and substance abuse at the same time, at some point in their lives. From 2016-19 in Australia, the use of illicit drugs such as cannabis, cocaine and ecstasy all increased. In this episode we learn about how bot...

Hi guys!! This week’s NSQ: What the hell is popping your cherry? I just KNOW everyone has some weird story or had some thoughts about this when they were younger. Did that girl who went to school with your cousin ACTUALLY 'pop her cherry' while riding a horse?? Today - we’re gonna break it down and figure it all out. We discuss the concept of virginity, what the hymen is and whether it can grow ba...

Today I'm chatting with one of the greats - Dan Keane. Dan is an outdoor education teacher with a bloody good attitude and an even better beard. We talk about leaving work at work, the absolute bliss of being in the wilderness and how important it is to teach resilience.   We also add to the HYH playlist which can be found HERE!    Disclaimer: no one in these episodes is a mental health profession...

Hello team! Today we are discussing Binge Eating Disorder (BED). BED is a serious mental health condition. According to The National Eating Disorder Collaboration , more than 1 million Australians are currently living with an eating disorder. 47% of these experience BED. We learn about the signs and symptoms, risk factors and diagnosis/treatment options available for BED. Remember, there is ALWAYS...

Today I'm chatting with one of the first loves of my life - my best friend Meg. Meg is without a doubt one of the most organised, caring and funny people to walk the earth. We talk about kindness of neighbours, dealing with stress and why it's totally ok to just say no. We also add to the HYH playlist which can be found HERE!    Disclaimer: no one in these episodes is a mental health professional....

Heyooooo everyone! Today we are chatting all about STIs and which ones can be passed on through kissing. Generally, kissing is a pretty low risk form of sexual activity. However, there are a few STIs to be aware of before giving others a big ol' snog.    Stay up to date with me on Instagram at The Health Classes You Missed.   More info: Healthline Article (Easy read) Harvard Health Article  World...

I'm back in business this week. Today I check in with Jarryn, my younger brother. He is the most disciplined person the world when it comes to his health. We talk about routine, running for minutes and how hard it is to lose a family pet.   Disclaimer: no one in these episodes is a mental health professional. All content, ideas, stories and advice is general in nature and should not be considered...

Hi team! Today I have not one, but TWO guests to discuss all things concussion. Alan Pearce is a professor in the college of science, health and engineering at La Trobe University and the Director of NeuroSports Labs . Alan is a clinical neuroscientist, an independent researcher, corporate speaker, community advocate and concussion expert. WOW. Alan brings the expertise and straight FACTS to this...

Hi guys!! Another NSQ this week and it’s a goody - is thrush an STI? We learn all about what thrush is, where it can be found on the body, why it isn’t (or is??) considered an STI & how you can treat and prevent thrush. Thank you for supporting the show!    Keep learning with me: The Health Classes You Missed   More info: Thrush in females Thrush in males CDC Thrush factsheets Thrush in men and wo...

Hi team! Today we are learning all about MDMA - technically called methylenedioxymethamphetamine. Say THAT 10 times in a row!   We discuss what MDMA does to the body and brain, how long it stays in your system and what you can do to help yourself or your friends. Drugs affect everyone differently and there is ALWAYS a risk when taking illicit substances.   Come and learn with me on Instagram: The...

Today I check in with Dyl Buckley, a friend and fellow podcast host. We talk about the importance of talking about your feelings (even when you don't think you need it), thanking trees while you run and how good it is to sweat. Dyl reminds us that you don't need to be locked into any particular mental health strategy AND we hear his 3 top pump up songs.   Disclaimer: no one in these episodes is a...

Welcome back to another NSQ episode! Today we are discussing masturbation. Masturbation is a normal, healthy part of the sexual experience and there is nothing wrong with you if you masturbate everyday, once a week, once a month, or never. It is a totally individual thing. When it begins to take over other parts of your life, or you are sparked with shame and guilt around self-pleasure, this might...

Today I check in with Shae, my older sister who just had her second kid 6 weeks ago. Shae talks about how she's going as a mum of two, how she fits in exercise and the importance of support. Disclaimer: no one in these episodes is a mental health professional. All content, ideas, stories and advice is general in nature and should not be considered a substitute for professional mental health advice...

Hi team! Today we are learning all about Syphilis. According to The Australian Department of Health and Aged Care, in 2020, notifications of infectious syphilis in Australia increased by nearly 90% from recorded rates in 2015. This was not classified as a common STI when I was growing up and I learnt SO much researching for this episode. We learn all about what syphilis is, the 4 different stages...

Welcome back to another NSQ episode! Today we are talking about UTI’s (Urinary Tract Infections). We discuss what they are, the different types, some causes, and some treatment and prevention options - All in a 10 min episode! Thanks, as always, for coming and learning with me.    For more info:   https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/conditionsandtreatments/urinary-tract-infections-uti     h...

Another drug education episode! Today we are discussing Ketamine. Ketamine is normally used as an anaesthetic for medical purposes, however there has been an increase in recent years of people using the drug recreationally. We learn all about what ketamine is, how it affects people physically and mentally, and what the heck a K-hole is. Drugs affect everyone differently and ketamine is a highly un...

Welcome back to another NSQ episode! Today we are discussing abortions and the laws within Australia. We talk about what abortion is, why someone might choose to have one, the different laws in each state/territory and the different types. Abortion is healthcare and every person deserves to have autonomy over their body and their choices.    *Trigger warning: this episode discusses abortion and me...

An important one today! Vaping is on the rise here in Australia and is becoming a pretty concerning problem, especially among underage kids. Today we talk about what vaping is, the health effects, whether they’re actually better than smoking cigarettes and how to quit or support a mate. For more info: https://lungfoundation.com.au     https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/healthyliving/victor...

Welcome back to another NSQ episode! Today we are quickly learning about HIV/AIDS. We talk about the stigma surrounding the virus/disease, what the difference between the two is, how they are treated and how you can protect yourself and others. If you learnt something with me today - come follow me! @thehealthclassesyoumissed.   For more info: https://theconversation.com/aids-homophobic-and-morali...

Another solo ep! Today we are talking all about creating boundaries. Setting boundaries is a PROCESS. It is something we may all need to continuously change and improve on over time. We talk about what boundaries are, how to create them and why they’re important. As a big bloody people pleaser…. This one is a good one. Remember to hit that follow/subscribe button if you enjoy!   More info: https:/...

Welcome back to another NSQ episode!! Today we are talking about pre-ejaculate (or pre-cum). We learn about what it is, what the whole point of it is and whether or not a person can get pregnant from pre-ejaculate. We also discuss the pull-out method (or coitus interruptus if you’re feeling fancy) and some other more effective forms of contraception.    Stay up to date with me on instagram @thehea...

Another guest episode! Yay! Today I have Todd Morgan with me. He is the CEO of the mental health organisation Outside The Locker Room (OTLR). OTLR aim to educate the community on the importance of mental health and breakdown any stigmas surrounding mental health. Today we focus on toxic masculinity, how this can impact mental health and how to support people around you to talk about their emotions...