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Episodes

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   S2 Ep 11: Cooking for Gut Health and Healthier Living

   In our last episode we discussed gut health. In this episode Briony and Jaq discuss cooking and some recipes where you can pimp up the goodness and assist with good gut health. You can still cook some of your favourite recipes but look at some simple gut healthy ingredients that you can replace…

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   Aug 13, 2023

   32m
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   S2 Ep 10: Love Ya Guts: The Importance of Gut Health

   Why is gut health important? The gut breaks down the foods you eat and absorbs nutrients that support your body’s functions. The importance of the gut to our overall health is a topic that Briony and Jaq hold close to their hearts, or rather close to their tummies. They discuss: Signs of an...

   Jul 31, 2023

   31m
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   S2 Ep 9: Sustainable Fashion

   This week Briony and Jaq again chat with Personal Image Consultant Briony Croft, to discuss the topic of Sustainable or Circular Fashion. How to create your wardrobe sustainably: The fashion industry is is responsible for 10% of the worlds carbon emissions each year with 500,000 tonnes of…

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   Jul 17, 2023

   27m
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   S2 Ep 8: Personal Styling for your Professional Brand

   This week's episode includes a visit from long time Adorn collaborator and personal image consultant, Briony Croft. Briony discusses with Briony and Jaq the concept of your image and why it is important in business. Image and the psychology of image. The concept of you are what your wear Behind...

   Jul 2, 2023

   25m
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   S2 Ep 7: Turning Passions into Business

   Do you love your passion so much that you have dreamed of turning it into a business? How do you know if your passion will be a viable business or do you have what it takes to be successful. Have you always asked yourself, 'What if?'. This is an honest and reflective discussion where Briony…

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   Jun 18, 2023

   48m
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   S2 Ep 6: Saving Money Simply

   Hard economic times can mean our personal wellbeing programs can be impacted. It's a big adjustment to assess what in life is essential and what is luxury. However it's important to maintain wellbeing while weathering economic ups and downs. In this episode of the Briony Kennedy Lifestyle Edit,...

   Jun 5, 2023

   37m
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   S2 Ep5: The Circular Beauty Hurdy Gurdy

   Is circular beauty possible or is it just another unobtainable goal we set ourselves in a society that strives for perfection in everything? In this latest episode of The Briony Kennedy Lifestyle Edit Briony shares her passion for sustainability and how she knew her vision for a sustainable...

   May 22, 2023

   21m
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   S2 Ep 4: Menopause: Mayhem to Mindfulness

   In this intimate and open discussion of the Briony Kennedy Lifestyle Edit, Briony candidly shares her recent transition into menopause as a result of PMDD. She discusses the importance of support and knowledge for women going through this phase in their lives and what we need to do to find inner...

   May 8, 2023

   32m
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   S2 Ep3: At Home Beauty

   Simple and regular beauty treatments that you can achieve at home that help your skin and your budget. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

   Oct 23, 2022

   36m
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    S2 Ep2: Debunking Skincare

    What is skincare? What do skincare ingredients do and what do each of the products achieve? So much is covered in this podcast with Briony Kennedy, Founder of Adorn Cosmetics on the myths and confusion that sits around a good quality skincare routine. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for…

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    Oct 11, 2022

    52m
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    S2 Ep1: Sustainability in Cosmetics

    Briony Kennedy, CEO and Founder of Adorn Cosmetics is excited to share her experience in business, personal growth and living a well-intentioned life via the Briony Kennedy Lifestyle Edit. What is sustainability in cosmetics & skincare? What are the assumptions about sustainable products? What...

    Sep 21, 2022

    25m
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    27. The Great Resignation: How to Keep Team Members Engaged

    The pandemic has seen hordes of employees decide they want better for themselves. As remote working and the time and space to reflect on what makes us tick, have combined - we’ve seen the Great Resignation haunt many workplaces. So how, as business owners, do we hang on to our people? Follow…

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    Apr 24, 2022

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    26. When the side-hustle becomes the full-time gig: How to Make the Ultimate Transition

    Have you ever wondered how a booming business came into existence? The answers are usually much less glamorous than you imagine. In this episode, Briony gives us a detailed insight into exactly how she took Adorn from side-hustle to beauty sensation and tips for how you can make your side-hustle…

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    Apr 10, 2022

    42m
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    25. Sustainability & Small Business: Doing Good Is Good Business

    Often as small business owners, incorporating sustainable practices can feel out of reach financially and practically. Or, we feel if we’re not practicing sustainability perfectly, then we’re failing. Yet, none of these things are true. In this episode, we explore the imperfectly perfect approach...

    Mar 27, 2022

    32m
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    24. An Entrepreneur’s Guide To Creating A Healthy Workplace

    In today’s episode we dive deep into company culture and how to create a workplace that lets people thrive; to be their best selves. We’re not talking about ping pong tables and free lunches, but about vulnerability, honesty and how to have hard conversations with empathy. Essentially, how to...

    Dec 19, 2021

    39m
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    23. Moving Through Marriage: It’s Not Easy, It’s Never Perfect

    Today’s episode is about moving through marriage and all of its imperfection and joy. And some parts may even go from PG to MA+! Marriage can feel like a huge commitment to those who haven’t taken the leap and it’s a long road for some who are already walking it with their partners. In this…

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    Dec 5, 2021

    39m
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    22. Moving Through Motherhood: From Me to Mum

    Undoubtedly, motherhood is one of the most beautiful parts of the human experience. But that’s not to say the joy and the love don’t come with fear, doubt and sometimes even a little terror. It takes not only navigating the new person you’ve brought into the world, but the new person you have now...

    Nov 21, 2021

    40m
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    21. How To Start A Business: Part 3

    Behind every thriving business, there’s a founder. I used to believe that unless I was doing things perfectly, my story should remain behind closed doors. I couldn’t have been more wrong. Embracing imperfection and bringing my personal growth story to the centre of Adorn has been essential - both...

    Aug 1, 2021

    45m
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    20. Burn Baby, Burn: Career Fatigue and the Hype of ‘Productivity’

    Our businesses can become our babies. They’re born from love and we nurture them with everything we have. But the truth is, your business can’t love you back. How do we stay passionate about what we do, without becoming overwhelmed, burnt out or unhappy? Follow Along: Follow me on Instagram:...

    Jul 18, 2021

    39m
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    19. How To Start A Business: Part 2

    Starting a business usually begins with a brilliant idea, not a detailed business plan. Legal, accounting and finance can range from a headache to a panic attack for most first-time founders. In today’s episode, I’m sharing all of the technical know-how I’ve accumulated, together with some gems...

    Jul 4, 2021

    50m
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    18. How to Strengthen our Focus in a Busy World

    With so much happening on any given day and so much more happening on our phones, staying focused has never been harder. In today’s episode, I’m raising pen to paper and giving you practical tips and advice on how to stay mindful, set your intentions and create space in your mind to build the...

    Jan 10, 2021

    38m
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    17. How to Start a Business: Part 1

    According to Instagram, launching a business will: Happen overnight End in success Involve a yacht Unfortunately, there’s no way to filter the truth. So in true Briony form, I’ll come out and say it: starting a business is hard. It’s tiring, it almost never goes according to plan and there will…

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    Dec 20, 2020

    43m
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    16. Overcoming Imposter Syndrome as a Mum and a Business Owner

    We’re living in the age of opportunity. A time where success is visible, chances are taken and power is served on a buffet. It can feel exciting and hopeful but too often than not, it can feel anxiety-inducing. I started a beauty business well into my adulthood. I started something I had little...

    Dec 6, 2020

    50m
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    15. Business and Pleasure: Navigating Every Relationship

    Relationships. Yep, I’m going there. Professional, personal, romantic or complicated, the bonds we build with people throughout our lives say so much about who we are - sometimes for the worse but mostly for the better. In today’s episode, I’m unpacking the importance of loneliness, how to make...

    Aug 23, 2020

    58m
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    14. The Road to Self-love

    ‘Self-love’ is a term thrown around a lot. We’re used to being told it looks like a bath, some wine and a face mask but self-love is a far cry from the material possessions that we’re encouraged to reach for. It’s not something that sits on a shelf, in a cart or across the counter. In fact, it...

    Aug 9, 2020

    43m
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    13. How to Build a Personal Brand

    We’ve all thought it: I want to make something out of myself. So, we start brainstorming. We ask ourselves, what we could do? We might tell our friends, start a Google drive and make a few contacts but somewhere between the commas and calls, we stagger. Self-doubt, money, and life continue…

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    Jul 26, 2020

    47m
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    12. How to be an Effective Leader

    How would you console a colleague if they had a tantrum? What excuse would you give your five year old if they asked why next year’s sales projections were late? It’s strange to imagine competing worlds overlapping, but how we react to demands, challenges and responsibilities in both intertwine.…

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    Jul 12, 2020

    46m
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    11. How to Parent in the Digital Age

    It doesn’t matter if it’s your first, third or last child - parenting is never easy and contrary to what we may be led to believe - technology hasn’t necessarily helped. Navigating parenthood and finding your style of doing things takes time, but teaching your kids boundaries and trust…

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    Jun 28, 2020

    40m
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    10. My Guide to Ethical Skincare

    Skincare can be overwhelming. As women, we can spend so much time and money buying the ‘best’ products out there to achieve healthy clean skin, only to be left disappointed. I know what it’s like to be on both sides which is why this episode I’ll be demystifying skincare once and for all. I’ll be...

    Jun 14, 2020

    53m
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    9. An Imperfectly Perfect Community

    All of us need a supportive community; to celebrate with during the good times and lean on with the bad. Yet, finding a group of people who make us feel seen and understood through the highs and lows of life is often easier said than done. In this episode, I share how I found a thriving community...

    May 31, 2020

    43m
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    8. The Myth of Doing it All

    If you’re feeling the pressure to do a bit everything – all at once, you’re not alone. When it comes to juggling motherhood and a career, plus your own wellbeing, it’s normal to feel like your best is never enough. But, it simply doesn’t have to be this way. This week, I’m busting the myth that…

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    May 17, 2020

    37m
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    7. Cultivating A Healthy Relationship With Money

    For many of us, money is a deeply sensitive and often triggering topic. Yet, our ability to properly manage our finances has never been more timely. It’s not too late to get in control. In this episode, I divulge my relationship with money and the strategies I use to manage my finances. I also...

    May 3, 2020

    45m
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    6. Luxury Without the Guilt

    Often, we can feel torn between our desire to achieve a certain lifestyle and our values. For me, the struggle has always been between growing a successful business and my passion for the environment. But, over time, I’ve learnt how to reconcile the two. In this episode, I reveal how the beauty...

    Apr 5, 2020

    45m
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    5. How we can practice Self-Care

    For so many of us, the idea of self-care has become synonymous with massages, red wine and retail therapy. It causes us to feel wracked with guilt and consumed with anxiety over spending time away from our family, or dabbling in our vices. But, for me, the notion of self-care has become a…

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    Mar 22, 2020

    41m
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    4. The Reality of Being a Mumma

    For all the mums out there who struggle to get through the day or feel torn between their duties as a mum and their desire for something more, this episode is for you. This week, I share my own journey about becoming a mum: the good, the bad, and the ugly. I also dive deeper into my coping...

    Mar 8, 2020

    41m
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    3. How I Started Adorn Cosmetics

    In this day and age, there’s a temptation to look at other women who are doing well in business and think that they’re an overnight success. But, in my case, this ‘overnight success’ was 10 years in the making. This week, I’m sharing the story of how I started and grew Adorn Cosmetics. From…

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    Feb 23, 2020

    52m
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    2. Navigating Fear & Comparison in the World of Beauty and Business

    The rise of social media means that we now have more opportunity than ever to pursue our passions and make a living. But as I reveal in today’s episode, the glossy facade you see online can often be too good to be true. This week, I share my thoughts on navigating fear and comparison in a world...

    Feb 9, 2020

    38m
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    1. Who is Briony Kennedy?

    Welcome to the Beauty, Business, and Babies Podcast, with me, Briony Kennedy, founder of Adorn Cosmetics. In this very first episode, I’m going back to the start of my ten-year journey and sharing the experiences and lessons that got me to where I am today. Tune in to hear about my ventures into...

    Jan 26, 2020

    40m
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    Trailer

    Every fortnight, join Briony Kennedy, founder of Adorn Cosmetics, as she talks about the tears and triumphs that come with navigating beauty, business, and babies. Brought to you by Adorn Cosmetics and produced by The Peers Project. Premiers 27th January. To be the first to know when Episode 1...

    Jan 19, 2020

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