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Bread And Better Podcast
by Hey Al! Productions
Hosted by Tegan Padget, a personal trainer, chef, and sports nutritionist and, Alex Whittington a writer, producer and mum of three, the Bread & Better Podcast provides women with information and honest conversation to help them heal and strengthen their relationship with their food, movement and bodies. With inspiring guests, great conversation and a lot of laughs, the Bread & Better Podcast aims to empower and equip women to achieve their goals so that they can help set the next generation up with a healthy mindset. Better begins with us. Follow us on Instagram @breadandbetterpodcast. Hosts: Tegan Padget and Alex Whittington Producer: Alex Whittington Original Concept: Tegan Padget Audio Production: Alex Whittington Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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It’s Not Goodbye, Just See You Soon: An Update from Alex and Tegan
Hi friends! This week, we’re sharing some news about what’s next for Bread and Better. After 65 episodes, we’ve had to make the tough decision to put the show on hiatus for the rest of the year as we navigate some big changes in our personal lives. We’re stepping back for now, but we plan to…
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Embracing Body Image: Nurturing Self-Love and Acceptance Revisited
Welcome back to Bread and Better, where Alex and Tegan delve into the complexities of body image, exploring its profound impact on happiness and self-worth. Through personal anecdotes and professional insights, they emphasise celebrating our bodies at every stage of life and offer practical...
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Fitness Mistakes That I Have Made So You Don’t Have To
In this episode of Bread and Better, Tegan shares the fitness mistakes she’s made over the past 20 years to help listeners avoid them. From signing up for unrealistic fitness challenges to skipping nutrition for extra workouts, she highlights the pitfalls she encountered. Tegan covers common…
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Mum Tips and Tricks from Alex's 10 Years in the Parenting Game - Part 2 of Our Motherhood Miniseries
In this episode of the Bread and Better podcast, Alex shares her top mum tips gathered over a decade of parenting three kids, ranging from newborns to tweens. From practical advice on prepping for a baby to clever money-saving hacks and mood boosters, Alex covers everything you need (and don’t)…
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“This Calls For an F-load of Margaritas” - Hilarious Duo Priya and Tara, From Bad On Paper, on Going Into Business With Your Bestie
In this fun-filled episode of Bread and Better, Tegan and Alex chat with Priya and Tara, the hilarious duo behind Bad On Paper. They talk about the realities of going into business with your best friend, sharing how they’ve navigated the ups and downs while keeping things light and fun. From...
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Our Experiences Of Mental Health In Motherhood: Post Natal Depression and Bipolar Disorder
This week on Bread and Better, Tegan hosts a compelling discussion with the incredible Julia and co-host Alex, diving into the crucial topic of motherhood and mental health. Julia opens up about her experiences with egg freezing and postnatal depression, while Alex shares her own fertility...
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Winning Silver At The Olympics and Mastering Mindset With Australian Water Polo Champion Elle Armit
We have such an exciting episode for you guys this week! We’re chatting to Australian Water Polo Olympian Elle Armit! Fresh from Paris, her second Olympic Games, where she proudly earned a silver medal, Elle shares her incredible journey. Elle takes us behind the scenes of the Olympic Village,...
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Setting Yourself Up Financially: Insurances, Super And Investing With Deline From Mazi Wealth
We're back for round two with Deline from Mazi Wealth, and this time we're diving even deeper into the money talk! In our first episode with Deline, she gave us the lowdown on budgeting, building an emergency fund, and tackling debt. Today, we’re levelling up and chatting about the big stuff:...
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Listener Confessions: The Wild and Unexpected Truths No One Told Me Before Having a Baby – Part 1 of Our Motherhood Miniseries
Get ready for an unfiltered, no-holds-barred dive into the wild side of motherhood, straight from our listeners! In this first episode of our Motherhood Mini-Series, we’re spilling the tea on all the unexpected and downright crazy experiences that no one warned you about before having a baby.…
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Anxiety Unpacked: Expert Strategies & Insights with Psychologist Emma Slade (Revisited)
Hey Friends! We are taking a little break this week (if you follow us on Instagram you will know why lol). But please take this opportunity to revisit our most popular episode so far. If you aren't someone who experiences anxiety yourself then please send this on to someone who does because it…
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Everything You Need To Know About Finding And Seeing A Psychologist With Our Resident Psychologist Emma Slade
This week on Bread and Better, we're diving into a topic that's close to our hearts—mental health. If you’ve listened before you’ll know, we believe that looking after your mental well-being should always be a top priority. In this episode, we're joined by our resident psychologist, Emma Slade…
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20 Easy (And Free!) Things You Could Do Today To Improve Your Health
In this episode of Bread and Better, Tegan and Alex dive into 20 simple yet effective health habits you can start today to improve your overall well-being. From walking more and increasing your fruit intake to setting daily intentions and getting better sleep, these practical tips are designed to...
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My Experience With An Eating Disorder With Natalie K. Douglas
This week on Bread and Better we welcome Natalie K. Douglas back to the show. Nat a naturopath and dietitian, specialising in thyroid, gut and hormone healing opens up about her personal battle with anorexia during her teenage years. This candid and heartfelt conversation delves into the...
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Bread and Better Podcast Trailer
Calling all of the women who are looking to thrive in all areas of life! From their health and well-being to showing up as a great role model for their family, friends and loved ones, welcome to your new favourite poddy! We are the Bread and Better Podcast, a women’s holistic health podcast where...
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Bread and Better Turns One! We’ve Changed - Meet Us Again!
Celebrate Bread and Better's first birthday with us in this special 53rd episode 😉! Join us for some fun with our favourite segments, including red light green light 🚦and a new segment that went totally wrong but made for some truly funny, unhinged content! We also reflect on a year of growth,...
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Financial Health Check With Mazi Wealth Part 1: Budgeting, Creating An Emergency Fund, and Prioritising Debt Repayment
This week on Bread and Better, Alex and Tegan welcome Deline Jacovides from Mazi Wealth for an insightful discussion on managing finances and avoiding common money mistakes. Deline, a financial planner, shares expert advice on budgeting, creating an emergency fund, and prioritising debt…
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Get Unstuck! How To Pull Yourself Out Of A Rut
This week, in their milestone 50th episode of Bread and Better, Alex and Tegan delve into the experience of being in a rut and how to pull yourself out of one. We all find ourselves in ruts at times—whether in our careers, social lives, fitness journeys, or relationships—and while it may not feel...
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Simple Hacks For A More Organised Life
In this episode of Bread and Better, Tegan and Alex are sharing some of the organisation hacks that they use to bring a little bit of order to their busy lives! With Alex balancing her role as a mum of three and various professional roles, and Tegan managing all of her clients and keeping track…
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Exercise Myths Busted
This week on Bread and Better, Tegan and Alex dive into the world of fitness myths, debunking common misconceptions that have pervaded the industry. Tegan, with nearly a decade of experience as a personal trainer, shares her expert insights on topics such as whether weight training makes women...
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How I Manage My ADHD: From Courses To Apps, Medication and More with Michelle Cundy
This week on Bread and Better, we sit down with Michelle Cundy to discuss her ADHD diagnosis and the work she puts into improving her daily life. Like many, Michelle initially thought medication would be an instant fix. In this episode, she shares her journey of discovering that wasn't the case…
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Jump In Our Time Machine: Revisiting Our Youth With Some 90s Nostalgia
This week on Bread and Better, we're hopping into our time machine and heading back to the 90s! Whether you're a 90s baby, from the early, late, or even very late 80s like Alex, you won't want to miss this incredibly fun episode. We're diving into all the quirky, nostalgic things we did in…
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Breaking Waves and Barriers: Ke’ale Dorries on Women in SUP, Pickleball, and Equality in Sports
This week on Bread and Better, we’re diving into the world of women's sports and gender equality. We’re super excited to discuss the achievements of women in sports, focusing on our guest Ke’ale Dorries. Ke’ale, a competitive stand-up paddleboarder with impressive national and international…
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Personal Development But Hold The Woo Woo
This week on the Bread and Better podcast, we’re discussing personal development and why it can be a bit off-putting for some, including Alex herself. We’re breaking down what personal development really means and why it's more than just "woo woo" stuff—it's about making life better by becoming…
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A Comprehensive Guide To Contraception With Natalie K. Douglas
This week on Bread and Better we are chatting all things contraception with Natalie K. Douglas. Natalie is a naturopath and dietitian, specialising in thyroid, gut and hormone healing. Since 2012, Natalie has educated and empowered thousands of women on how to rebalance their hormones, prepare…
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Stop Waiting For The Red Carpet And Just Go For It - With Alexis Guttrige
This week on Bread and Better, we're thrilled to introduce our powerhouse guest, Alexis Guttridge. At the age of 29, Alexis was already making waves in the US culinary scene, managing restaurants for celebrity chefs. However, her decision to venture into opening her own restaurant led to a…
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Deconstructing Weight Loss Fads
This week on Bread And Better we are bringing you one of our most requested topics, ‘Weight Loss Fads’! Find out what Tegan, a qualified personal trainer and sports nutritionist, has to say about everything from intermittent fasting, running, diet teas, HIIT training and more. We’ll drill right...
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How To Foster Self-Esteem and Confidence In Young Girls With Bianca & Kritz From The Big Sister Experience
This week on 'Bread and Better,' join us for an inspiring conversation with Bianca and Kritz, the amazing founders of The Big Sister Experience. We’re delving deep into the heart of empowering young girls, exploring the grassroots-level challenges they face with self-esteem and confidence. Bianca...
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What It’s Really Like To Live With Bipolar Disorder
This week on Bread and Better, Alex is sharing her personal story of living with bipolar disorder. We will be discussing everything from how she first found out about her diagnosis to the different symptoms she has experienced, such as night terrors, depression, and manic episodes. This is a very...
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How To Positively Influence Your Child’s Relationship With Food
This week on Bread and Better Tegan is discussing a number of ways you can have a positive impact on your child’s relationship with food from considering the language we use around what we eat to educating them on nutrition to tangible tips you can use in the kitchen and so much more. This…
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On Navigating Fear Of Rejection - Why I Am Actively Trying To Get Rejected At The Moment!
This week on Bread and Better, we're delving into the topic of rejection—exploring its impact on us and strategies for navigating it You’ll find out why Tegan is going out and trying to get rejected on purpose at the moment, Alex breaks down some feminist issues in the media at the moment and...
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What Pole Dancing And Stripping Have Taught Me About Confidence And Empowerment With Dani O (And What It Was Like To Perform On Stage With Snoop Dogg)
This week on Bread and Better, we had the pleasure of interviewing Dani O, an incredibly talented pole dance instructor and spicy dancer with a passion for helping women build confidence and learn to love their bodies through sensual dance. Dani shares practical advice on boosting confidence,...
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How to Hack Your Health Journey by Doing Just 1% More
This week on Bread and Better we’re delving into practical ways you can "hack" your health journey through marginal gains. We’ll illustrate how small, consistent changes can lead to significant improvements over time. We’re going to go right into the concept of marginal gains and provide examples...
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From Organ Recipient To Athlete
We hope you all had a wonderful Easter Break! Today we are releasing one of our most popular episodes. If you missed it or if you are new to the pod, this is such a brilliant interview and we hope you get as much out of it as we did! This week we welcome our first incredible guest, Emmy O’Neill…
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Triathlons, Travels, New Perspectives and Big Life Lessons
This week on Bread and Better, Tegan is back with tales and great tips from her recent trip to Vietnam, you’ll get a full debrief on Alex’s long-awaited sprint triathlon *spoiler alert she almost died*, and so much more. If you have been listening to us from the start you won’t want to miss this...
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What It’s Like To Be Diagnosed ADHD And Autistic Later In Life: A Candid Conversation With Grace Cockatoo
This week on Bread and Better we welcome Grace Cockatoo! Grace is the founder of ‘The Neurospicy Club’ an online community bringing awareness to ADHD and autism through lived experience, she is the mum of two beautiful girls, and the wife of Nakia Cockatoo. In this episode, Grace shares her...
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You Asked, We Answered! Habits, Fitness, Freelancing, Priorities And More!
This week's episode has been curated by you, our listeners! We're answering all of the questions that have come through our DM's recently, from habits to fitness, to freelancing, to priorities and a few personal ones too. Bread and Better is hosted by Tegan Padget a qualified personal trainer,...
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Embracing Body Image: Nurturing Self-Love and Acceptance
Welcome back to Bread and Better, where Alex and Tegan delve into the complexities of body image, exploring its profound impact on happiness and self-worth. Through personal anecdotes and professional insights, they emphasise celebrating our bodies at every stage of life and offer practical...
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Training For Mum’s - From Pelvic Floor Health To Self Care
Welcome to the latest episode of the Bread and Better podcast! In this episode, hosts Alex and Tegan are joined by Soni Tarrant, founder of an online coaching business dedicated to supporting mothers through movement, mindset, and self-care. Soni shares her personal journey into coaching…
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The Key To Success Is Habits Not Discipline
This week on Bread and Better, Tegan will explore the fundamental importance of habits in attaining success in fitness, nutrition, and life. Join us as we uncover how adopting and nurturing the right habits can be the driving force behind sustainable achievements, challenging the misconception…
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Anxiety Unpacked: Expert Strategies & Insights with Psychologist Emma Slade
This week, we're welcoming back our resident psychologist, Emma Slade, back on the show. If you are someone who experiences anxiety to any extent or if you want to know how to support someone who does, this episode is an absolute must-listen. Emma delves into the multifaceted ways anxiety can...
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My Surrogacy Journey: An Interview With Jacinta, A Gestational Surrogate Mother
We are thrilled to present to you one of the most captivating conversations we've ever had the privilege of being a part of. In this week's episode, Alex and Tegan had the pleasure of sitting down with Jacinta, who graciously opened up about her extraordinary journey as a gestational surrogate...
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Living For Longevity - Do It For The Grandma Version Of You
This week on Bread and Better, Alex and Tegan explore ways of preparing our bodies for the future (Grandma versions if you will), drawing inspiration from longevity concepts and the impact of menopause on women's bodies. Tegan emphasises intrinsic motivation and simple lifestyle choices for…
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On Loving Someone With A Mental Illness: An Interview With Kev Whittington
This week on Bread and Better, Tegan sits down with Alex’s husband Kev, for a candid conversation about supporting a partner with a mental illness. Kev shares the things he has learnt in their 16-year relationship and how he helped Alex navigate her bipolar diagnosis. Content Warning: We would…
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Cultivating Confidence
What is confidence and how do we cultivate it? Join Al and Tegs this week as they explore what it means to be confident. They’ll share the things they feel confident in and the areas in life where they are anything, but! If you’re in the mood for a giggle, this is the episode for you as the girls...
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All Things Periods With Michelle Smith
This week on Bread and Better we’re talking all things periods with registered acupuncturist, registered Chinese herbal medicine practitioner and women's health advocate Michelle Smith! Nothing is off limits in this very candid and super insightful discussion! From learning everything you didn’t...
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Resolutions, Revelations, Goals and Vision Boards: How We Plan For a Big Year and How You Can Too!
Happy New Year! In Bread and Better's first episode of 2024, Tegs and Al are chatting about fresh ways to plan for the year ahead. Whether you prefer an iPhone calendar, a checklist, or a good old-fashioned diary, there are a million ways to prep for the new year. One way that you may not have...
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Tips For Staying Active And Not Hitting The ‘F’ It Button This Silly Season
For our final epsiode of 2023 we are brining you a few tips on how to enjoy all of your Christmas treats and stay active over during the silly season. We’ll also touch on goal setting for 2024 and wrap it all up with a super fun festive themed segment. Bread and Better is hosted by Tegan Padget a...
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Presents or Presence? A Few Things We Are Keeping Front Of Mind This Festive Season
In our first ever Bread Roll, a bite-sized delight of an ep, we are sharing our thoughts on the festive season and the things we do to make it enjoyable and relatively stress-free! Bread and Better is hosted by Tegan Padget a qualified personal trainer, sports nutritionist, chef, and owner of the...
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From Change Makers In Sport to Gender Bias in Healthcare
Join Alex and Tegan on this week's episode of Bread and Better, as they tackle more crucial feminist issues impacting women today. From candid discussions on women's health to spotlighting game-changers in the sports arena, this episode sheds light on gender bias in healthcare and delves into...
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Relationship Status With Alcohol: It’s Complicated
This week Tegs and Al are talking all things alcohol, from being sober to binge drinking and everything in between. This is such an interesting conversation that covers personal relationships with alcohol, and reassessing them as you get older. As always the girls hold nothing back, sharing…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Hosted by Tegan Padget, a personal trainer, chef, and sports nutritionist and, Alex Whittington a writer, producer and mum of three, the Bread & Better Podcast provides women with information and honest conversation to help them heal and strengthen their relationship with their food, movement and bodies. With inspiring guests, great conversation and a lot of laughs, the Bread & Better Podcast aims to empower and equip women to achieve their goals so that they can help set the next generation up with a healthy mindset. Better begins with us. Follow us on Instagram @breadandbetterpodcast.
Hosts: Tegan Padget and Alex Whittington
Producer: Alex Whittington
Original Concept: Tegan Padget
Audio Production: Alex Whittington
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Hey Al! Productions
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