The Significant Others

On the review this week we are joined by Michelle Andrews, co-producer and co-star of the incredibly popular podcast 'Shameless' alongside Zara McDonald.  Michelle helps us break down some of the themes that emerged from our interview this week with climate activist and conservationist, Emma Pocock. We are honoured to have her input and experience as a journalist as we delve into the media la...

This week on the Significant Others we hear from Emma Pocock - the mastermind behind the organisation ‘Front Runners’ that aims to empower athletes to speak out about climate conservation. Emma speaks about meeting her husband, ex wallabies captain David Pocock, their conservation efforts in his home country of Zimbabwe, misrepresentation she has faced in the media, her passion for conservation an...

In this episode of The Review Mardi and Hess chat about their weeks that both crossed paths with the incredible sisters that are Emma and Lucy Race. Hester joined them on The Outer Sanctum Podcast and Mardi joined them for the beginning of their second round of the Making The Call program. They reflect on both Trent Miller and Amy Finch’s interviews. Trent's back to back amazing stories and Amy's...

This week on the Significant Others we hear from AMY FINCH a woman with an immense work ethic that she is conflicted with when having to make compromises to invest in her relationship with Australian cricketer Aaron Finch. She finds her identity tied to her work and independence, it is a balance that Mardi and Hester related to so strongly. She also speaks of the negative side of social media and...

In this episode we review the week in AFLW, including the grand final and W Awards with broadcaster, writer, inclusion consultant and presenter Rana Hussain. And then, Rana talks to the team about what sports clubs at all levels can do to support and help Muslim players celebrate the month of Ramadan. Ramadan Kareem! You can follow Rana at @ranabhussain and her broadcasting pursuits at @playonradi...

Wow have we got a story for you! This week on the Significant Others we hear about the almost unbelievable life of TV camera man Trent Miller. Trent talks about his time travelling the world covering stories ranging from behind the scenes with Beyoncé and Barack Obama to war and disasters such as Hurricane Katrina and the conflict in Gaza. Trent tells us about falling in love at first sight with T...

In this episode of ‘The Review’ Mardi and Hess talk about highlights from the week that was including what they took from their interview with Ella Walter. And then, it’s all about the weekend that’s coming with the AFLW grand final between Adelaide and Brisbane being played at Adelaide Oval this Saturday. The team are joined by AFLW superstars and housemates, Meg McDonald and Darcy Vescio. Meg an...

This week on The Significant Others we speak Neonatal Intensive Care nurse Ella Walter. Ella explains how her love of care giving led her to career, her philosophies on life and gives us an insight into her experiences in her wonderful relationship with Australian swimmer Mack Horton. Visit us at www.thesignificantotherspodcast.com or join us for a chat on Instagram: @thesignificantotherspodcast H...

In this weeks episode of "The Review" Hester and Mardi talk about the challenges interview guest Amy Findlay faces in the music industry as she heads up an all girl band with her three younger sisters called Stonefield. We draw comparisons to her partners career who is also a musician and the greater discussion of gender bias. We waffle on about our excitement for the AFLW finals and ride the emot...

This week on The Significant Others we take our first big leap away from the AFL and jump into the Australian music industry with the talented and insightful Amy Findlay. Amy talks us through growing up with her three little sisters and forming their band, Stonefield. We hear about the highs and lows of her music career from wining major competitions and playing incredible gigs to the gender bias...

In this episode of ‘The Review’ Mardi and Hess debrief their interview with Samantha Jetta - including Sam’s weaving business - Wanala Weaving ( @wanala_weaving ) and ‘that Brownlow story’. The team are joined by AFLW superstar and beautiful human, Sabrina Frederick. Sabrina chats to the team about Richmond’s excellent development in 2021, how the AFLW is changing and changing society and her pred...

This week on The Significant Others we hear from Samantha Jetta, who introduces herself as a Yorta Yorta woman, a wife, a mother of two, an education support worker and owner of ‘Wanala Weaving.’ Samantha shares her own backstory, as well as filling us in on how she met her husband Neville, how she found herself in her chosen vocation and her experiences of parenting her two children. Sam gives us...

In this episode of ‘The Review’ Mardi and Hess sit down for a chat about parenting and the perceived loss of identity that can come with the privilege of staying home with your children. Content warning we briefly mention postnatal depression and anxiety. If you require support in this area please reach out to Lifeline (13 11 14) or PANDA . Please come visit us at www.thesignificantotherspodcast.c...

This week on The Significant Others we hear from Donna Johnson, the mastermind behind the ‘Zena Vest’ - the impact protection vest designed for women playing contact sports. Donna talks to the team about growing up in the west with her now husband Brad Johnson and how they navigated growing up and becoming parents together - including Brad’s long career at the Western Bulldogs. Donna gives an hone...

In this episode of ‘The Review’ Mardi and Hess reflect on the bravery of Jordan Ablett in sharing her story and encourage anyone who can to join Jordan in her support for The Royal Children’s Hospital by donating to The Good Friday Appeal here: goodfridayappeal.com.au Hess and Mardi also discuss AFLM returning this week and what it’s like as partners when a player changes clubs or faces their old...

Please welcome Jordan Ablett to the microphone. Jordan generously gives us an insight into the hardships that 2020 brought her family; from her young son’s diagnosis to the passing of mother. Jordan’s account is honest, brave and heartbreaking and it is an honour to share her story. Content warning: this episode may be difficult for some listeners due to the themes mentioned above. You can follow...

In this episode of ‘The Review’ we are proud to bring you Part 2 of our extra special content in partnership with Mimco and Our Watch in celebration of International Women’s Day. This week we bring you short, sharp discussions on gender equality with Our Watch ambassadors Tiffany Cherry, Ben Brown and Tarang Chawla with a particular focus on the role sport can play in being part of the change.&nbs...

What’s better than one AFLW superstar and super human? Two of them! This week we welcome Kara and Ebony Antonio to the mic. Kara and Ebony chat to the Signifiant Others about their sporting journeys, their careers outside of football and how they are balancing those vocations in a season where the fixture has been changed more times than you can count. Kara and Ebony discuss the difficulty of havi...

Welcome to the very first episode of ‘The Review’ for season 2 of The Significant Others. We are kicking things off with a bang this season!  We are honoured to be able to share with you, over the next two Thursdays, some extra special content in partnership with Mimco and Our Watch in celebration of International Women’s Day. In this first ‘Review’ we welcome Our Watch Chair Natasha Stott De...

Welcome back to The Significant Others Podcast. In this teaser episode Mardi and Hester chat about what’s changed since season 1 wrapped up, how AFLW is fairing in 2021 and their intentions for an exciting second season that will kick off with some extra special content in partnership with Mimco and Our Watch. Mardi and Hester also recommend the new podcast from Darcy Vescio - Cutting Oranges that...

Welcome to the last episode of ‘The Review’ for season 1 of The Significant Others Podcast.  This week Mardi and Hess are answering listener questions about the podcast season that has been, how they met and much more. Mardi and Hess send their thanks to their amazing team of family members - Lucas, Ruby and Andy for making their dream a reality, as well as the wonderful sponsors, guests, exp...

It is a pleasure to welcome the highly-requested Anna Scullie as our final guest of Season 1 of The Significant Others Podcast. Anna gives us insight into her 2020, which has included having baby number 5 on the way, managing two businesses and two separate QLD quarantines as she attempted to balance her commitment to her career with reuniting her children with their father, Eddie Betts. Anna talk...

For the second last episode of ‘The Review’ of season 1, Mardi and Hess discuss the end of the football for 2020, including how it feels to be part of a losing grand final side and the positives of spectator sport in a difficult year. The team also reflects on a familiar theme raised by guests this season - having personal and medical information leaked early in the media. And please come visit us...

This week we are joined by kick-ass physio, avid student, birth nerd and mother of two - COURTNEY DARLING. Courtney talks to The Signifiant Others team about finding her passion for women’s health physiotherapy, her own raw and emotional birth stories, how she met her husband Jack and the life they share together in Perth. Courtney also details her involvement with Helping Little Hands - a charity...

The Review this week touches base with Mardi as she experiences a different grand final week in Queensland while Hester brings us some insight from Melbourne.  Inspired by this week's interview guest - Sarah Scott - We asked for the help of some of our significant others, three AFLM footballers, who bravely and vulnerably share their own experiences of pregnancy loss and miscarriage. Visit us...