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Femmi Pod
by Lydia O'Donnell
Welcome to the Femmi Pod. Femmi has been built to empower women through movement, education and connection. At Femmi we are building a community of women who can support, inspire and educate one another on how to move with our bodies and not against them. Founders, Lydia O’Donnell and Esther Keown, have come together to kick start more conversations about women, how we can make the most of our bodies, our hormones and ourselves.
Episodes
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The Ascend Diaries: Why the Nike After Dark Tour is a defining moment for Women’s Running
Welcome to The Ascend Diaries. This series is all about highlighting the women's running community in the build up to the Nike After Dark Syd race in September. While this series follows the journey to the Nike After Dark Tour, it's about so much more than one race. Whether you're lining up on…
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The Ascend Diaries: Turia Pitt on Confronting the Safety Crisis in Women's Running
Welcome to The Ascend Diaries. This series is all about highlighting the women's running community in the build up to the Nike After Dark Syd race in September. While this series follows the journey to the Nike After Dark Tour, it's about so much more than one race. Whether you're lining up on…
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Femmi Women's Health Experts discuss RED-s, featuring Project RED-s Pippa Woolven
This episode is a recap of our recent RED-s (Relative Energy Deficiency Syndrome in Sport) Masterclass Series. This is our final episode in which we ask our Women's Health experts questions about RED-s from our community. We’re joined by three brilliant women. Dr Izzy Smith, Femmi’s...
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The Ascend Diaries: Brooke Stevens on Māori Culture, Identity and Finding Belonging Through Running
Welcome to The Ascend Diaries. This series is all about highlighting the women's running community in the build up to the Nike After Dark Syd race in September. While this series follows the journey to the Nike After Dark Tour, it's about so much more than one race. Whether you're lining up on…
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The Ascend Diaries: Growing up in the sport of running with Charlie Simpson
Welcome to The Ascend Diaries. This series is all about highlighting the women's running community in the build up to the Nike After Dark Syd race in September. While this series follows the journey to the Nike After Dark Tour, it's about so much more than one race. Whether you're lining up on…
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The Ascend Diaries: Running Beyond Limits with Giselle Moor
Welcome to the Ascend: to the line training series. This series is all about highlighting the women's running community in the build up to the Nike After Dark Syd race in September. While this series follows the journey to the Nike After Dark Tour, it's about so much more than one race. Whether...
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The Ascend Diaries: Kath Ebbs on removing the pressure to have fun in running
Welcome to the Ascend: to the line training series. This series is all about highlighting the women's running community in the build up to the Nike After Dark Syd race in September. While this series follows the journey to the Nike After Dark Tour, it's about so much more than one race. Whether...
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The Ascend Diaries: Femmi leaders Grace + Georgia chat community
Welcome to the Ascend: to the line training series. This series is all about highlighting the women's running community in the build up to the Nike After Dark Syd race in September. While this series follows the journey to the Nike After Dark Tour, it's about so much more than one race. Whether...
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Become a better runner: Coach Lyds answers your questions
In this episode, Coach Lyds answers your questions. Lyds unpacks what it really takes to build a strong, resilient runner, from creating an endurance base without breaking down to understanding how weekly mileage, speed sessions and consistent training all work together to help you perform on…
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Removing the pressure: last minute entry to Gold Coast Marathon
Lyds is joined by her training partner and friend Ella as she just found out she is running the Gold Coast Marathon tomorrow. Ella and Lyds discuss their marathon race plan, focusing on the importance of having fun, managing pressure, and embracing the journey over the outcome. They share…
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It is 2026. Can we stop making women feel bad about themselves?
In this conversation Lyds discusses the harmful societal narratives around women's health and exercise, emphasizing the importance of shifting focus from weight loss to strength, confidence, and joy in movement. She shares personal insights and calls for a change in how women are encouraged to…
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Breaking the Good Girl Script: Reclaiming Women's Power with Caitlin Judd
In this episode we welcome Caitlin Judd as our guest. Caitlin is an author, speaker, coach and one of Australia’s leading voices on women’s wellbeing, confidence and self-worth. Caitlin recently released the book Good Girl, Goodbye, which explores the hidden conditioning many women grow up with —...
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UTA recap with Beth and Lyds
Come with us as we unpack our races at Ultra Trail Australia. Lyds and Beth chat about their concurrent races, with Beth tackling the 100km and Lyds in the 50km. They both share their detailed experience and insights, covering race strategy, mental resilience, technical trail running, and their...
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Finding joy in the training grind. Introducing Ascend: to the line
Most women’s training journeys are limited by a lack of community, education, and understanding of their bodies, but what if you could change all that? In this episode Lyds reveals how building a supportive training collective not only makes race day more achievable but transforms your…
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Back with Beth McKenzie: Training, trails and UTA prep
In this episode, Lyds welcomes Beth McKenzie back on the Femmi Pod for a second time. Beth is an elite trail runner, mum to two girls and business owner. Lyds and Beth chat about her recent race performances, training strategies, and insights into the evolving landscape of women in ultra running....
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NZ Champ, Frances Redmond: For the love of running
This week we welcome New Zealand Champion Frances Redmond to the Femmi Pod. Frances works full time as a pharmacist and balances work with training, and racing. Winning the NZ champs at 3 peaks mountain race, first place at Kepler challenge 2025, a top 10 at Tarawera 50km, and just over the…
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From Nike Events to Run Hubs: Lyds Answers It All
Lyds is back to answer your questions. Covering all things training, Nike running events, After Dark tour, home life and how to build yourself up as a running coach. PLUS Lyds introduces a brand new feature to the Femmi app - Run Hubs! Build your own virtual women's running community in Femmi…
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Caitlin Fielder: Mastering Endurance on the Trails
Join Lyds as she welcomes New Zealand trail runner Caitlin Fielder to the Femmi Pod. Caitlin is a multi-time medalist at the Tarawera 100 and 50k, 8th at the 100mile Western States in 2025, she was the first woman across the line at UTA 50 in 2025 and the list goes on. During this conversation…
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Back in the running chat for 2026
We are finally back for 2026! In this episode we reconnect to share updates on our running journeys. We chat about our progress so far this year, Lyds speaks to her transition into the trails and we both discuss trail vs road running. We also cover Lyds recent health diagnosis of POTs. A whole...
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Ep 146 - Looking Back, Moving Forward: Our 2025 Reflections
In this episode, Lyds and Est sit down to reflect on the year that was 2025 - honestly unpacking the challenges, celebrating the highlights, and exploring the growth that shaped them both personally and professionally. They dive into what it really looked like to build Femmi over the past year…
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Ep 145 - Break a world record and raise money for cancer with us
Welcome to Conquer Cancer — a Guinness World Record attempt with a powerful goal: raising $1 million for cancer. In this episode, we’re joined by Jacqui and Steph from Conquer Cancer to talk about the event, what drew them to it, and the personal ways cancer has shaped their lives. Together, we...
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Ep 144 - How to run happy, find balance and perform well
In this conversation, Lyds and Est discuss their personal insights on how happiness and relaxation contribute to better performance in running, highlighting the importance of balance in training. They speak to finding the balance of focus, pressure and stress to build a healthy relationship with...
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Ep 143 - How to become a better runner without always racing
In this conversation, Lyds and Est chat about the importance of following a plan, even if you aren't training toward a race. They explore how consistency drives lasting success and how Femmi's inclusive, accessible training programs are designed to support every individual. Discover the…
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Ep 142 - Happy health updates from Esther
Join us for an update from Esther about her ovarian cancer journey. Est dives into the roller coaster that she has been on over the last few months and we are all extremely happy to share her good news with her recent test results. Est speaks to the emotional challenges faced during this time…
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Ep 141 - Part 2: Returning to running after RED-s w Sara Widdowson
In this episode, Lyds welcomes Sara Widdowson, Femmi’s expert Dietitian, to unpack one of the most important topics in female athlete health — nutrition and recovery after RED-S (Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport). This is Part 2 of our Returning to Running After RED-S series — don’t miss Part…
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Ep 140 - Part 1: Returning to running after RED-s w Dr Izzy
This is Part 1 of a two part series based on how to return to running after going through Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S) with our women's health experts . In this episode Femmi endocrinologist Dr Izzy speaks about the science behind RED-S, its symptoms, diagnosis, and the importance…
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Ep 139 - Learning to rest without guilt
This conversation delves into the importance of recognizing and responding to fatigue signals from the body and learning how to take a step back from training. It emphasizes the need for self-care, recovery, and long-term health strategies to maintain performance and well-being. Est and Lyds…
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Ep 138 - Why strength matters with Bex Attwell
In this episode of the Femmi Pod, join Lyds and strength specialist Bex Attwell as they delve into the art of balancing strength training with running. Discover how integrating strength exercises can enhance running efficiency, prevent injuries, and boost overall performance. Whether you're a...
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Ep 137 - Esther's Ovarian Health Journey
In this heartfelt episode of the Femmi Pod, Lyds recaps the Sydney Marathon before Esther opens up about her recent health journey, sharing the emotional rollercoaster of discovering a fast-growing mass on her ovary. From initial symptoms to the whirlwind of medical appointments and being…
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Ep 136 - Lisa Weightman: The mindset of a champion
In this episode of Femmi Pod, Lyds sits down with the incredible Lisa Weightman, one of Australia's most accomplished marathon runners. They discuss Lisa's journey from a young girl running with her father to becoming a four-time Olympian. The conversation delves into the importance of mental...
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Ep 135 - A real-time pre race visualization
In this episode of the Femmi Pod, Lyds discusses the importance of mindset and visualization in preparing for races. Whether, you're running the Sydney Marathon, or another race, Lyds invites you to join a real-time pre race visualization session. She emphasizes the power of positive self-talk,...
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Ep 134 - Road to Sydney Marathon: Celebrating the small wins
Join Lydia on this special solo episode of Femmi Pod as she shares her journey leading up to the Sydney Marathon, Australia's first major marathon event. With just two and a half weeks to go, Lydia dives into her training experiences, the challenges of solo preparation, and the electrifying…
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Ep 133 - Redefining run club culture for women with Grace Wearne
In this episode of the Femmi Pod, Lydia is joined by Grace Wearne, a community leader in Sydney's running scene, including leading our Femmi RC Sydney CBD community. Together, they delve into the challenges and triumphs of promoting gender equality in run clubs. Grace shares her journey from...
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Ep 132 - How to fuel like a queen
In this episode of Femmi Pod, Est and Lyds dive into the essentials of pre-run and post-run nutrition. Hear about their personal fueling strategies, from what to eat before hitting the pavement to the best recovery meals post-run. They share insights on avoiding common pitfalls like high-fiber...
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Ep 131 - The Pressure of Performance with Rosa Power
Trigger Warning: This episode discusses topics including disordered eating, exercise obsession, and mental health challenges, which may be distressing for some listeners. Join us this week as we speak with the incredibly inspiring Rosa Power, nee Flanagan — former elite middle-distance runner...
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Ep 130 - Own your goals: Inspired by Faith Kipyegon
Back to another Femmi Pod episode! Lyd's chats about her recent travels, recapping the Nike After Dark Tour Mexico, and the upcoming Sydney Marathon. Est also covers what training she has been up to lately, balancing down weeks with the harder ones. The conversation also highlights the inspiring...
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Ep 129 - How we push through a hard run or race
In this episode, Lyds and Est discuss their recent training and racing, including Esther's impressive 5K time trial performance and Lydia's challenging half marathon at the Nike After Dark Tour LA. They share insights on their mental strategies during races, and what they focus on when things get...
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Ep 128 - After Dark Chats and Training Yaps
In this episode Lyds is calling in from LA as she prepares for the Nike After Dark Tour races in both LA and Mexico City. Both Est and Lyds share insights on their recent training experiences, the challenges of running alone, and the importance of tempo runs to build up your mental resilience.…
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Ep 127 - Chloe Dalton: Championing a New Era for Women in Sport
Welcome to the Femmi Pod Chloe Dalton. From representing Australia in basketball, rugby sevens, and Aussie Rules, to using her platform to elevate the stories of women in sport, Chloe is a true force for change. Her mission? To ensure female athletes get the recognition, visibility, and respect...
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Ep 126 - What truly matters to improve your running
In this episode of The Femmi Pod, Lydia and Esther get you up to speed on their running training, from personal highs to the races on the horizon. But the real focus? Cracking the code on what works best when it comes to training and recovery. From cold plunges to classic sleep hygiene, they rank...
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Ep 125 - Power from Within: Hormones, Energy & Nutrition with Dr Libby
In this conversation, Dr. Libby discusses her journey as a nutritional biochemist, emphasizing the importance of understanding the interplay between biochemistry, nutrition, and emotional health. She highlights the critical role of iron in overall health, particularly its impact on thyroid…
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Ep 124 - A strong base will make you a better runner
In this episode, Lydia and Esther delve into the significance of base training in running, explaining how it lays the foundation for future performance and injury prevention. The conversation emphasizes the importance of patience and consistency in building a strong aerobic base, as well as...
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Ep 123 - Femmi App Glow Up: Enhancing Women's Health and Fitness
In this episode Femmi founders, Lydia and Esther, share personal updates on their running journeys, including Lydia's experience at the Ballarat half marathon and Esther's training progress. They discuss the challenges and triumphs of racing, the importance of community support, and their future...
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Ep 122 - Storytelling running through the lens with Alisha Lovrich
In this episode of the Femmi Pod, Alisha Lovrich shares her inspiring journey from being a young athlete to becoming a leading sports photographer in New Zealand. She discusses the impact of her supportive family, her experiences in various sports, and how an injury led her to discover her…
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Ep 121 - The delayed gratification of running
In this episode of the Femmi Pod, Lydia and Esther share personal updates, including highlights from the recent Nike After Dark Tour Sydney, a running event that celebrated women's empowerment. They discuss their training journeys, the importance of sustainable training practices, and the mindset...
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Ep 120 - Pain Cave Psychology with Dr Lotte Williams
In this episode, we speak with Dr. Lottie Williams, the Femmi psychologist who specializes in sports psychology, to explore the multifaceted nature of pain, particularly in the context of running. We discuss the biological and psychological aspects of pain, the concept of the 'pain cave' in...
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Ep 119 - Our thoughts on the running streak trend, how to come back from missed training and more
In this episode of the Femmi Pod, Lydia and Esther discuss their weekly running experiences, share insights on marathon training, and answer listener questions. They emphasize managing expectations in racing, and finding joy in running. The duo also reflects on their personal experiences with…
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Ep 118 - Running for time vs distance
In this episode Lydia and Esther discuss the joy of running as a means of coping and finding adventure. The conversation then progresses into the significance of training for time over distance, and why time on feet is important when it comes to run training. They share personal updates on their...
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Ep 117 - Let's stop commenting on women's bodies
In this episode, Lydia and Esther discuss their recent training experiences, the importance of consistency in running, and the impact of body image comments on mental health. They share personal stories about navigating body image issues in the fitness industry and emphasize the need for positive...
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Ep 116 - Building safe spaces for women with Saraya Lindsay
Trigger Warning: This conversation discusses eating disorders and mental health challenges. If you're not in a place to engage with this topic right now, we encourage you to return when you feel ready. This week, we're joined by an inspiring Femmi Friday run leader from Auckland—Saraya. A…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to the Femmi Pod. Femmi has been built to empower women through movement, education and connection. At Femmi we are building a community of women who can support, inspire and educate one another on how to move with our bodies and not against them. Founders, Lydia O’Donnell and Esther Keown, have come together to kick start more conversations about women, how we can make the most of our bodies, our hormones and ourselves.
HOSTED BY
Lydia O'Donnell
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Welcome to the Femmi Pod. Femmi has been built to empower women through movement, education and connection. At Femmi we are building a community of women who can support, inspire and educate one another on how to move with our bodies and not against them. Founders, Lydia O’Donnell and Esther Keown,...
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