The Nasty Woman Club

During this episode of TNWC host Demi Lynch speaks with Andrea Westbrook who is a mindset and confidence coach for curvy, fat and plus-size women. During the interview they discussed fat shaming, how to gain body confidence and the distinction between systematised fat phobia and internalised oppression. For more information on Andrea make sure to visit her website andreawestbrook.com.au And don't...

*TRIGGER WARNING* This episode does contain discussions about toxic parents. If this deep dive is triggering please contact LifeLine at 13 11 14.  This week on the podcast host Demi Lynch rants about toxic parents and her experience having a toxic father growing up. She wonders: Which celebrity father was #DaddyGoals? Why does society pressure us to maintain a relationship with relatives even...

*TRIGGER WARNING* This podcast episode discusses eating disorders and mentions suicide and self harm. If this episode is triggering please contact LifeLine at 13 11 14 or the Butterfly Foundation at 1800 33 4673. During this episode of TNWC host Demi Lynch speaks with Courtenay Scott about her battle with bulimia and anorexia. They spoke about at Courtenay's experience living in a clinic and havin...

*TRIGGER WARNING* This episode does contain discussions about sexual assault and violence against women. If this deep dive is triggering please contact LifeLine at 13 11 14 or 1800 RESPECT.  This week on the podcast host Demi Lynch rants about toxic men in the media and entertainment industry and how they so easily make a comeback despite having an abusive history. She wonders: Will men like...

This week on the podcast host Demi Lynch spoke with writer and entrepreneur Alyssa Ho. You may recognise her from her incredible Instagram page, @AlyssaHoWritings . Alyssa uses her platform to educate others about racial gaslighting, cultural appropriation and tone policing. And of course she shares wholesome videos of Grandma Huynh (who everyone adores - there can never be too much grandma conten...

 On this episode of The Nasty Woman Club host Demi Lynch is joined by her (drunk) partner Daniel McCormack. During their chat Dan & Demi rant about Trump’s most idiotic moments in his 4 year presidency.   Dan and Demi wonder: Is Trump trying to become a food influencer by promoting goya beans? Is he really a ‘stable genius’ when he says he knows more about global warming than 'scienc...

This week Sia's latest film 'Music' was released in Australian cinemas - but is it REALLY a 'feel-good' film it makes itself out to be? Or does it promote ableism, inspiration porn and the stigmatisation of people on the autism spectrum? TNWC host Demi Lynch spoke with actress, singer and Autism advocate Chloe Hayden about the MANY problems evident in the film. They wondered: Can neurotypical peop...

In The Nasty Woman Club world MONDAY means RANT DAY. And today we’re talking about RICHSPLAINING. On this episode of The Nasty Woman Club host Demi Lynch will be talking about rich people giving unsolicited financial advice to those experiencing poverty.  She wonders: Why do rich people always say "money can't buy happiness?' Why are Jobseekers stereotyped as 'lazy' and 'dole bludgers?' And w...

Like many disabled people, Teona Studemire is stereotyped and dehumanised by the ableist world that we live in. So she decided to write about it. Teona has used her platform on Twitter and Medium to speak about medical trauma in the Black community, being diagnosed as Autistic as an adult and more recently spoke about how society needs to normalise people with disabilities having sex. She came ont...

*TRIGGER WARNING* This episode contains discussions around disordered eating. If this conversation is triggering please contact 1800 33 4673 . Or visit the butterfly foundation website butterfly.org.au In The Nasty Woman Club world MONDAY means RANT DAY. And today we’re talking about 'New Year, New Me' diet talk and the toxicity of anti-fat brands. On this episode of The Nasty Woman Club host Demi...

Today’s SPECIAL episode of THE NASTY WOMAN (BOOK) CLUB is dedicated to November's book of the month which was FLORENCE GIVEN's bestseller WOMEN DON'T OWE YOU PRETTY. On the show host Demi Lynch and TNWC contributor Ellie Stamelos talk about how Florence looks at white privilege, educates herself and others about the importance of boundaries and her use of metaphors. To read Ellie Stamelos' written...

*TRIGGER WARNING* This episode contains an in depth discussion about sexual assault. If this conversation is triggering please contact 1800 Respect. And visit reachout.com for further details about sexual assault support services in your states and territories. This week's episode of The Nasty Woman Club is about Bec Cameron and her experience with trauma, taking her boss to court, an affair and s...

~ SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT ~ The Nasty Woman Club wants to hear your horror dating stories! TNWC founder Demi Lynch and author Amanda Starkey are putting together a book about the normalisation of online abuse in the world of dating. Message us your worst Tinder pick up lines, most random places on the internet strangers have attempted to chat you up your most terrible dates and MORE!!!! WE WANT TO HE...

Ever felt like your vulva was ugly? Ever felt like your vulva wasn't normal - didn't smell normal, labia wasn't normal, pubic hair wasn't normal? I have a vulva and there have been many MANY moments where I have felt like my vulva wasn't normal. That is why I LOVE Hilde Atalanta's Instagram page and website - THE VULVA GALLERY. It is a platform dedicated to vulva diversity and shows people that vu...

* This episode discusses sexual assault and eating disorders. If this episode is triggering please contact LifeLine at 13 11 14. *  Today’s SPECIAL episode of THE NASTY WOMAN (BOOK) CLUB is dedicated to September’s book of the month which was BRI LEE’s 2018 memoir EGGSHELL SKULL. On the show Demi and Ellie talk about how the memoir navigates Australia’s ‘unjust’ justice system, gaslighting an...

This week’s episode of The Nasty Woman Club is dedicated to Lady StartUps - women led businesses that empower others and help others with their products and services. Host Demi Lynch spoke with Sage Mellet and Alyssa Carp from Peach Pack - a subscription based delivery service thats provides people with sanitary products and educational period information. Their aim is to to dismantle the negative...

On this week's episode of 'The Catch Up' host Demi Lynch talks about the passing of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg and how her thoughts and actions impacted the world. Demi also spoke about the Jobkeeper and Jobseeker payments decreasing and how that's affecting herself and many other people across Australia. To watch the documentary 'RBG' and the biography film 'On the Basis of Sex' head to binge.co...

* During this interview Demi and Mik discuss the drug Accutane (also known as Isotretinoin). They are not skincare experts, they are only using this platform to discuss their experiences with the drug. Please seek your GP or dermatologist if you wish to know more about Accutane. * This week on The Nasty Woman Club host Demi Lynch spoke with Mik Zazon. Every day Mik shares her life story with her 7...

On this week's episode of 'The Catch Up' host Demi Lynch looks at TONE DEAF TRENDS. She speaks with writer and plus size model Lacey-Jade Christie about the 'Before and After' 'Instagram vs Reality' photo trend and how it's not acknowledging thin privilege. Demi also spoke about her experience gaining weight during Covid-19 and how she's tired of people making fun of Covid weight gain. And of cour...

On this week's episode of 'The Catch Up' host Demi Lynch looks at TOXIC behaviours, people and attitudes in the world of intersectional feminism. She speaks with Lauren Lately about tone policing, performative activism and white feminism in Facebook groups, and the toxicity of calling them 'safe spaces.' Demi also looks at reality TV's most controversial family - Keeping Up With The Kardashians -...

GUESS WHAT?!?! The Nasty Woman Club has started a BOOK CLUB. On the first Sunday of every month myself Demi Lynch and contributor Ellie Stamelos will be reviewing and discussing a book that looks at issues and topics in the world of intersectional feminism. To kick off this series we decided to deep dive into Glennon Doyle's latest memoir - UNTAMED. To read Ellie Stamelos' written review on UNTAME...

On this week's episode of 'The Catch Up' host Demi Lynch looks at embarrassing ‘fat moments.' She also discusses the passing of Chadwick Boseman and how his work impacted Black culture. Demi also brings a guest onto today's episode to discuss NUDE YOGA. Rikki Yeowart from Naked Awakening speaks about her transformative workshops that teaches people how to treat their bodies with love and kindness....

On this week's episode of 'The Catch Up' host Demi Lynch looks at the toxicity of RuPaul’s Drag Race fandom. She also speaks with April Watson a.k.a The Bodzilla about thin privilege in the body positive movement. And this wouldn't be an episode of The Nasty Woman Club without Demi going on a rant. Demi gives us a good ol' rant about Pete Evans and Covid-19 deniers and how they've been bullying Ma...

Fellow Nasty Woman Club listeners, Demi has an EXCELLENT podcast episode for you all today. It was going to be an interview episode but it has really become more of one of those two-friends-having-a-chat-over-some-wine-or-tea kind of episode. This week on the podcast host Demi Lynch went on many rants and many tangents with journalist Soaliha Iqbal. They spoke about all the things; situationships,...

On this week's episode of 'The Catch Up' host Demi Lynch looks at racism in Australian media and how it's clearly still prevalent in 2020. She spoke with journalist Soaliha Iqbal about tone policing on 'The Bachelor and the lack of representation on TV's news and current affairs programs. Demi Lynch also spoke with several university graduates about how they are coping with graduating from univers...