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The Move. Talk. Thrive. Podcast
by Emily Mackie Speechie and Lizzy Dawson EP
We are child development obsessed, mums, business besties and are here to spill our secrets. We have a combined 30 years experience working with children. Each episode we will bring you up to date research and evidence based strategies to set children up to thrive.This is the Move, Talk, Thrive Podcast.
Episodes
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#102 Are We Raising Capable Kids?
In this episode of Move.Talk.Thrive, Lizzy flies solo to explore a question that’s been shaping her work as a clinician and mum: we talk a lot about raising resilient kids, but are we giving them enough opportunities to become capable? Through everyday examples from bedtime routines to collecting...
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#101 What Emily Built During Maternity Leave
What started as watching AI videos during late-night feeds became a complete overhaul of the Successful Speechie Academy. In this solo episode of the Move.Talk.Thrive Podcast, Emily shares how following her curiosity during maternity leave led her to rethink the way she organised and presented…
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#100 We’re back together! Biz, babies and 100 episodes
In this special 100th episode of the Move.Talk.Thrive Podcast, Emily returns to the mic and catches up with Lizzy on motherhood, business, overwhelm, resilience and everything in between. Almost six months after welcoming her third baby, Emily reflects on navigating a season of major transition…
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#99 Using Movement to Support Regulation
How does movement support the sensory system, and why does this matter when working with children? In this solo episode of Move.Talk.Thrive, Lizzy explores the connection between sensory input, motor output, regulation and participation from an exercise physiology perspective. She explains why...
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#98 My Research Journey: Behind Feb Data of the Kids Heart Pilates Research Project
In this solo episode, Lizzy shares how research has shaped her confidence, clinical reasoning and advocacy as a paediatric exercise physiologist. She reflects on her journey from consuming research to partnering with the University of Queensland on an independent review of her Kids Heart Pilates...
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#97 Treat the Nervous System, Not the Behaviour
In this solo episode, Lizzy unpacks the difference between stimulation, regulation and behaviour and why understanding this distinction matters when supporting children. She explores how sensory input affects the nervous system, why regulation does not always mean calm, and how behaviour is often...
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#96 Connection, Curiosity and Confidence in Paediatrics
In this solo episode of Move.Talk.Thrive, Lizzy reflects on what she wishes she knew when she first started working in paediatrics. This episode is for new grads, clinicians brushing up on their paediatric skills, supervisors, managers and business owners supporting new clinicians. Lizzy unpacks...
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#95 Financial Clarity for Allied Health Business Owners with Michelle Kvello
In this episode of Move.Talk.Thrive, Lizzy chats with Michelle Kvello, founder of Lantern Partners and fractional CFO, about financial clarity for allied health business owners. Michelle breaks down the numbers every business owner should understand ; from cash flow and pricing to gross margin,...
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#94 NDIS Changes, Thriving Kids & The Skills Clinicians Need Next
The allied health landscape is changing, and paediatric practitioners, clinics and families are all feeling the uncertainty. In this solo episode of Move.Talk.Thrive, Lizzy shares reflections from recent conversations with allied health business owners around NDIS changes, the proposed Thriving...
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#93 Designing a Holiday Program That Actually Works for Complex Kids
In this episode of Move.Talk.Thrive, Lizzy Dawson shares an inside look at running a successful pediatric holiday program and why it has become such a valuable part of her clinic. From managing cancellations and maintaining continuity of care to creating a supportive, low-stimulation environment...
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#92 Closing the Gap Between Therapy and Real Life
In this solo episode of Move.Talk.Thrive, Lizzy Dawson explores why therapy strategies that work in the clinic often don’t translate into real life. Lizzy unpacks the gap between controlled therapy environments and the realities of home, school, and early learning, and shares practical ways...
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#91 Why Practitioners Struggle With Sales (And 3 Simple Things That Actually Work)
In this solo episode of Move.Talk.Thrive, Lizzy Dawson explores why the word “sales” feels uncomfortable for many allied health professionals — and why it shouldn’t. Lizzy reframes sales as clear communication, education, and advocacy for client outcomes, explaining that practitioners are already...
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#90 Why Families Disengage from Therapy And How Clinicians Can Change That
In this solo episode, Lizzy Dawson explores the topic of client retention in pediatric allied health and why it should be seen as a matter of clinical leadership, not just administration. After reviewing patterns inside her own clinic, Lizzy shares what she discovered about why families disengage...
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#89 Early Learning Centres: The Opportunity for Allied Health
In this solo episode of Move.Talk.Thrive, Lizzy Dawson shares 16+ years of real-world experience working inside early learning centres — and why they’re not mini clinics. As funding models shift, more clinicians are moving into group-based, naturalistic settings. But one-on-one strategies don’t...
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#88 Thriving Kids, NDIS, and the Future of Paediatric Therapy
In this solo episode of Move.Talk.Thrive, Lizzy Dawson explores the evolving landscape of early intervention in Australia, including the proposed Thriving Kids model and ongoing NDIS reforms. She breaks down what’s currently known, what remains uncertain, and how these changes may impact…
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#87 The Hidden Cost of NDIS Policy Changes with Carolyn Weatherby
In this episode of Move.Talk.Thrive, Lizzy Dawson sits down with speech pathologist Carolyn Weatherby to explore the future of allied health within the NDIS — and why clinicians can no longer navigate sector change alone. With 28 years in the disability sector, Carolyn shares how evidence-based...
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#86 Back to Therapy Without the Pressure: Supporting Kids After a Break
Returning to therapy after a long break can feel chaotic for kids, parents, and clinicians.In this episode of Move.Talk.Thrive, Lizzy Dawson and Emily Mackie share practical, experience-based guidance on how to restart pediatric therapy after the holidays without pressure or burnout. They explore...
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#85 Delegation, Systems & Scaling: Working with Virtual Assistants
Lizzy Dawson and Emily Mackie answer a listener question about Virtual Assistants and how they use them to support their businesses. From onboarding and systems to delegation and consistency, they share practical tips for making VAs a valuable part of your team.Perfect for startup owners,...
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#84 Planning 2026 With Energy, Not Exhaustion
Lizzy Dawson and Emily Mackie kick off 2026 with an honest conversation about planning for the year ahead while honouring very different life seasons. From business growth and maternity to energy protection and sustainable pacing, they explore why goals need to be flexible , and why calm, steady...
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#83 Reflection Over Resolutions
In this solo episode of Move Talk Thrive, Lizzy Dawson shares a gentle, intentional approach to reflecting on the year that’s been — and planning ahead without burnout. Lizzy invites listeners to look beyond unfinished goals and focus on wins, lessons, patterns, and growth across personal life,...
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#82 Supporting Children Through Transition Without Burnout
In this episode of Move Talk Thrive, Emily and Lizzy unpack the transition to school through three lenses: parent, clinician, and business owner. They explore why school transition isn’t a single moment, but an ongoing process; from preschool to Kindy, new grades, new teachers, changing routines,...
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#81 Money, Mental Load, and Making Space: The End-of-Year Juggle
In this episode of Move.Talk.Thrive, Emily and Lizzy have a candid, practical conversation about navigating the end-of-year season while juggling multiple roles; clinician, business owner, parent, partner, and more. They unpack the realities of this time of year: clinic closures, financial pinch,...
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#80 From Meh to Momentum: Emily’s Guide to Getting Unstuck
In this solo episode of Move.Talk.Thrive, Emily gets honest about a feeling so many clinicians and leaders know well — being stuck in a rut. When your work feels heavier, your creativity dips, or everything starts to feel a bit “meh,” it can be tough to know what’s next. Emily shares why ruts...
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#79 When the Goal Changes: What Lizzy Learned from Not Running the 2025 New York City Marathon
In this episode of Move.Talk.Thrive, Emily sits down with her business bestie Lizzy for an honest conversation about goals, burnout, resilience, and what it means to pivot when life doesn’t go to plan. Lizzy opens up about her five-year New York Marathon goal — and how illness, overwhelm, and...
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#78 Relocation, Burnout & Values: Building a Career That Fits with Dave Jereb OT from MoveAbout Therapy
In this episode of Move.Talk.Thrive, Emily sits down with pediatric occupational therapist and Move About co-founder Dave Jereb to talk about something many clinicians think about but rarely discuss openly: relocation. They explore how moving — whether to a new city, state, or lifestyle —…
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#77 Holding It Together: Managing Teams (and Yourself) in the End-of-Year Chaos
In this episode of Move.Talk.Thrive, Emily and Lizzy turn the focus from children to the adults who support them — the employees, clinicians, and leaders feeling the strain of end-of-year fatigue. As reports pile up, diaries fill, and festive logistics take over, they unpack what it truly means…
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#76 Surviving the End-of-Year Slump: Strategies for Tired Kids (and Clinicians)
In this episode of Move.Talk.Thrive, Emily and Lizzy dive into the end-of-year chaos every parent, teacher, and pediatric professional knows too well — when everyone’s tired, routines fall apart, and regulation goes out the window. As clinicians and mums, they talk through what this season looks...
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#75 “I’ll Do It Later”: Let’s Talk About Procrastination
In this episode of Move.Talk.Thrive, Emily and Lizzy unpack a habit we all fall into from time to time — procrastination. Whether it’s putting off paperwork, avoiding tricky conversations, or feeling stuck in a cycle of “I’ll do it later,” procrastination often isn’t about laziness, it’s about...
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#74 Is People Pleasing Fueling Your Burnout?
In this episode of Move.Talk.Thrive, Emily and Lizzy dive into a pattern many clinicians and caregivers know all too well — people pleasing.From the workplace to home life, the instinct to help, fix, or keep the peace often comes from a place of kindness but when left unchecked, it can lead...
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#73 “The Allied Health Market is Cooked” from Allied Health Recruiter Mollie-May
In this episode, Emily and Lizzy sit down with Mollie-May Bennett, an Allied Health recruiter from Brightside Recruitment, to unpack one of the biggest challenges facing the sector right now — finding balance between pay, sustainability, and genuine support. Drawing on her experience across…
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#72 Your First Year Out: What Real Support Looks Like for New Allied Health Professionals
In this solo episode, Emily dives into a topic close to every early-career clinician’s heart; what true support really means in your first year as an allied health professional. Drawing from over 16 years of experience as a speech pathologist and business owner, she unpacks the difference between...
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#71 Interview Insights: What Employers and New Grads Need to Know
In this episode, Lizzy and Emily break down interviews from both sides of the table; what employers are really looking for, how new grads can prepare, and why interviews should be seen as a two-way process. They share practical tips on preparation, values-based hiring, and the power of...
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#70 Thriving Through Change: NDIS, Thriving Kids, and What’s Next
In this candid episode, Lizzy and Emily unpack the uncertainty allied health businesses face with looming NDIS changes and the proposed Thriving Kids program. They share how they’re preparing their own practices; balancing personal life, clinical work, and business strategy, while encouraging...
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#69 The Power of Play: Child-Led Therapy in Practice
In this fun and practical episode, Lizzy and Emily dive into the heart of play-based therapy—what it looks like, why it works, and how clinicians can still achieve structured pediatric goals while keeping sessions child-led and engaging. They also share their own clinical journeys, from refining...
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#68 Keeping Work at Work: How Systems Protect Your Time
In this practical and eye-opening episode, Lizzy and Emily dive into a topic that might not sound glamorous but can transform both your work and your wellbeing: systems, policies, and procedures. Far from being “dry admin,” the way you streamline your workflow is the key to protecting your…
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#67 The Honest Truth About Business Ownership
In this refreshingly honest episode, Lizzy and Emily open up about the realities of starting your own business—especially as allied health professionals. Far from the highlight reels, they share the personal challenges, the heavy responsibility, and the unexpected growth that comes with stepping...
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#66 From Stress to Success: Navigating the “Not-So-Perfect” Session
This episode is all about what to do when a therapy session doesn’t go to plan—something that happens often in paediatrics (and parenting too!). Lizzy and Emily get real about the unpredictability of working with children, why flexibility and co-regulation matter, and how therapists and parents…
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#65 Beating the Mid-Year Slump: Energy, Balance & Burnout Prevention
This episode is all about navigating the mid-year slump—how to recognise it, what to do when energy is waning, and practical ways to reset so you can finish the year strong (without burning out). Lizzy and Emily get real about what this season feels like for them, from juggling business, family,...
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#64 Ditch the Paperwork Panic: Reports Made Simple
In this practical and refreshingly honest episode, Lizzy and Emily tackle a listener’s question about one of the most time-consuming—and sometimes stress-inducing—parts of an allied health professional’s week: report writing. They unpack why reports matter, how they differ depending on your...
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#63 Behaviour, Brain, and Beyond: Supporting Executive Function in Kids
This episode continues our deep dive into executive function—what it looks like in children, why it matters, and how we can support it through speech pathology and exercise physiology. Lizzy and Emily explore how executive function underpins behaviour, learning, and regulation, and unpack how to...
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#62 Clinical Planning Made Simple: Turning Goals into Progress
This episode dives deep into the world of clinical planning—what it is, why it matters, and how it sets the stage for meaningful therapy outcomes. Lizzy and Emily unpack their step-by-step processes for creating long- and short-term goals, mapping out therapy plans, and making sure every session...
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#61 The Power of Connection in Early Childhood with Dr. Siobhan
In this insightful episode, Lizzy and Emily chat with Dr. Siobhan Kennedy-Costantini—developmental psychologist and founder of Science Minded—about how we can better support children through connection, especially in the wake of the pandemic. Siobhan shares her journey from academia to advocacy,...
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#60 Creating Space to Grow: Systems, Strategy, and Self-Trust with Nicole French
In this energising and insightful conversation, Lizzy sits down with Nicole French—award-winning Exercise Physiologist, clinic owner, and fierce advocate for collaborative healthcare—to explore what it really takes to lead with purpose in the allied health space. Nicole shares her 19-year journey...
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#59 How to Make Quarterly Planning A Habit You’ll Stick To
This episode is all about quarterly planning—what it is, why it works, and how to make it practical for your life or business. Lizzy shares how she uses each new quarter as a reset point to check in on goals, review what’s working, and realign priorities. Whether you're a business owner…
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#58 Purpose, Burnout & Boundaries: What Every Helping Professional Should Know — with Kara Walsh
In this inspiring and thought-provoking conversation, Emily sits down with Kara Walsh—purpose and leadership expert—to explore what it truly means to live a purposeful life. They dive deep into the modern-day crisis of disengagement at work, the difference between “helping” and true fulfillment,...
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#57 What Now? Responding to NDIS Changes Without Losing Your Why
In this solo episode, Emily holds space for a reflective and intuitive conversation around recent shifts in the NDIS landscape. With Lizzy away, Emily dives into the realities of how changes are affecting businesses and clinicians, while exploring how to process it all emotionally and...
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#56 Am I Doing It Right? Reframing Doubt Into Confidence
In this episode, Emily and Lizzy dive into a powerful listener question that hits home for many professionals and parents alike: “How do I know if I’m doing it right?” Whether you're juggling the demands of parenting, managing a team, or running a business in the health or education space, the...
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#55 Understanding Health Awards & Leave: A Guide for Employers and Employees
In this episode, Emily and Lizzy dive into the often-confusing world of national and state awards for health employees. Whether you’re an employer trying to do right by your team or an employee wanting to understand your entitlements, this conversation will help you navigate the…
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#54 Culture Check: Is Your Team Healthy?
In this episode, Emily and Lizzy explore what it really takes to build a healthy and resilient team culture. They discuss what a strong team culture feels like day to day, the red flags of dysfunction, and actionable strategies to foster a workplace that supports everyone. Whether you're a…
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#53 Wearing All the Hats: The Reality of Juggling Roles in Business and Life
In this episode, Lizzy and Emily dive into the real-life chaos of juggling multiple roles — as business owners, mums, and professionals. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed trying to do it all, this episode is for you. Tune in as they share empowering mindset shifts, time-saving tips, and energy...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
We are child development obsessed, mums, business besties and are here to spill our secrets. We have a combined 30 years experience working with children. Each episode we will bring you up to date research and evidence based strategies to set children up to thrive.This is the Move, Talk, Thrive Podcast.
HOSTED BY
Emily Mackie Speechie and Lizzy Dawson EP
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