Curveball – The Club you didn't want to be part of

Send us Fan MailThis is Part 2! Please listen to Part 1 first. Touch and sexual expression are a fundamental part of our humanity, a powerful way to connect with others and ourselves. Sex as a means of making a living - an ancient art - is rarely encouraged by career counsellors; so, what leads someone to become a sex worker, what’s it like and how does it impact them?This episode is a departure. For the first time, I’ve invited men into this space. Inspired by the last Sex Workers - Life Lessons episodes, a listener suggested a conversation with mid-life straight male sex workers. To succeed in this work, I imagine it requires an ability to listen to and connect with women in an intensely personal way, so I was intrigued to hear about their experiences, views, and feelings. Share women's wisdom worldwide  -  for everyone.  To help, please write a review on your platform and share episodes. And please donate to help us record accessible and advert-free episodes via PayPal using this link. https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=7KGVGCLPX45K8We appreciate your feedback and suggestions. Contact Beth at:  [email protected] production: Unison Sound.Producer: Luke Mynott, Beth ArmstrongHost: Beth ArmstrongEditor: Tom Herdman, Mija Healey. Sound Engineer: Micayla Laurence, Cihan Siral. Composer: Biddy ConnorArtwork: wisebrownfoxhttps://www.instagram.com/curveball_media/

Send us Fan MailTouch and sexual expression are a fundamental part of our humanity, a powerful way to connect with others and ourselves. Sex as a means of making a living - an ancient art - is rarely encouraged by career counsellors; so, what leads someone to become a sex worker, what’s it like and how does it impact them?This episode is a departure. For the first time, I’ve invited men into this space. Inspired by the last Sex Workers - Life Lessons episodes, a listener suggested a conversation with mid-life straight male sex workers. To succeed in this work, I imagine it requires an ability to listen to and connect with women in an intensely personal way, so I was intrigued to hear about their experiences, views, and feelings. Share women's wisdom worldwide  -  for everyone.  To help, please write a review on your platform and share episodes. And please donate to help us record accessible and advert-free episodes via PayPal using this link. https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=7KGVGCLPX45K8We appreciate your feedback and suggestions. Contact Beth at:  [email protected] production: Unison Sound.Producer: Luke Mynott, Beth ArmstrongHost: Beth ArmstrongEditor: Tom Herdman, Mija Healey. Sound Engineer: Micayla Laurence, Cihan Siral. Composer: Biddy ConnorArtwork: wisebrownfoxhttps://www.instagram.com/curveball_media/

Send us Fan MailWe all have a different understanding of our sexuality. Depending on our circumstances and upbringing, many of us are left to discover it on our own. If there's any education, sex is generally taught as something precious and private between two people in a relationship, with an emphasis on baby-making, not pleasure. Touch and sexual expression are a fundamental part of our humanity, a powerful way to connect with others and ourselves, experience pleasure and express desire. Sex as a commodity, as a means of making a living - an ancient art - is rarely encouraged by career counsellors; so, what leads one to become a sex worker, what's it like and how does it impact you? Guided by host Beth Armstrong, the guests share their stories of how they came to sex work, their experiences and revelations. Three women of different generations, one in their thirties, seventies and eighties, share their intimate stories and life lessons. It's a revolutionary and revelationary discussion, including advice for those considering the profession.Please note: * Content warning for discussion of sexual assault, rape, suicide and child abuse that some viewers may find distressing—intended for an adult audience. If you need help, please call Lifeline or Beyond Blue. Sex Worker's Outreach Project (SWOP)https://swop.org.au/what-we-do/swopconnectScarlett's alliance - https://scarletalliance.org.au/Australian Sex Workers Association. Share women's wisdom worldwide  -  for everyone.  To help, please write a review on your platform and share episodes. And please donate to help us record accessible and advert-free episodes via PayPal using this link. https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=7KGVGCLPX45K8We appreciate your feedback and suggestions. Contact Beth at:  [email protected] production: Unison Sound.Producer: Luke Mynott, Beth ArmstrongHost: Beth ArmstrongEditor: Tom Herdman, Mija Healey. Sound Engineer: Micayla Laurence, Cihan Siral. Composer: Biddy ConnorArtwork: wisebrownfoxhttps://www.instagram.com/curveball_media/

Send us Fan MailWe all have a different understanding of our sexuality. Depending on our circumstances and upbringing, many of us are left to discover it on our own. If there's any education, sex is generally taught as something precious and private between two people in a relationship, with an emphasis on baby-making, not pleasure. Touch and sexual expression are a fundamental part of our humanity, a powerful way to connect with others and ourselves, experience pleasure and express desire. Sex as a commodity, as a means of making a living - an ancient art - is rarely encouraged by career counsellors; so, what leads one to become a sex worker, what's it like and how does it impact you? Guided by host Beth Armstrong, the guests share their stories of how they came to sex work, their experiences and revelations. Three women of different generations, one in their thirties, seventies and eighties, share their intimate stories and life lessons. It's a revolutionary and revelationary discussion, including advice for those considering the profession.Please note: * Content warning for discussion of sexual assault, rape, suicide and child abuse that some viewers may find distressing—intended for an adult audience. If you need help, please call Lifeline or Beyond Blue. Sex Worker's Outreach Project (SWOP)https://swop.org.au/what-we-do/swopconnectScarlett's alliance - https://scarletalliance.org.au/Australian Sex Workers Association. Share women's wisdom worldwide  -  for everyone.  To help, please write a review on your platform and share episodes. And please donate to help us record accessible and advert-free episodes via PayPal using this link. https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=7KGVGCLPX45K8We appreciate your feedback and suggestions. Contact Beth at:  [email protected] production: Unison Sound.Producer: Luke Mynott, Beth ArmstrongHost: Beth ArmstrongEditor: Tom Herdman, Mija Healey. Sound Engineer: Micayla Laurence, Cihan Siral. Composer: Biddy ConnorArtwork: wisebrownfoxhttps://www.instagram.com/curveball_media/

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when you can't pay the rent or find anywhere cheaper? Perhaps you or your dependents are ill, divorce or loss has left you short, or you're unemployed or retired with minimal savings, or you've left a bad situation. No one imagines they will one day become homeless. Women over 55 are the largest growing cohort in Australia. What's it like to face homelessness?   Guided by the host, Beth Armstrong, the guests share their stories of hardship, how they came to the point of homelessness and the subsequent impact on their lives. In the first episode, they share their life stories and the process they went through to find a home; in this second episode, they share personal triumphs and trials, discuss their views on what needs to change and offer advice for others who may find themselves facing homelessness or want to advocate for others. Please note:  * Content warning for discussion of child sexual abuse and sexual violence that some may find distressing. If you need help, please call Lifeline or Beyond Blue.TA = temporary accommodationHAAG = Housing for the Aged Action Group                https://www.oldertenants.org.au/haag/aboutCHIA = Community Housing Industry Association https://www.communityhousing.com.au/Wesley Edward Eagar Lodge                                                                                                             Crisis and emergency accommodation in Sydney, NSW.Homeless Persons hotlineCBT = Cognitive Behaviour Therapy Departing of Community Housing                                             https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/nswgovdirectory/dcj-housingCOPD = Chronic obstructive pulmonary diseaseShare women's wisdom worldwide  -  for everyone.  To help, please write a review on your platform and share episodes. And please donate to help us record accessible and advert-free episodes via PayPal using this link. https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=7KGVGCLPX45K8We appreciate your feedback and suggestions. Contact Beth at:  [email protected] production: Unison Sound.Producer: Luke Mynott, Beth ArmstrongHost: Beth ArmstrongEditor: Tom Herdman, Mija Healey. Sound Engineer: Micayla Laurence, Cihan Siral. Composer: Biddy ConnorArtwork: wisebrownfoxhttps://www.instagram.com/curveball_media/

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when you can't pay the rent or find anywhere cheaper? Perhaps you or your dependents are ill, divorce or loss has left you short, or you're unemployed or retired with minimal savings, or you've left a bad situation. No one imagines they will one day become homeless. Women over 55 are the largest growing cohort in Australia. What's it like to face homelessness?   Guided by the host, Beth Armstrong, the guests share their stories of hardship, how they came to the point of homelessness and the subsequent impact on their lives. In this first episode, they share their life stories and the process they went through to find a home; in the second episode, they discuss their views on what needs to change, share personal triumphs and trials and offer advice for others embarking on the process. * Content warning for content covering child sexual abuse and sexual violence that some listeners may find distressing. If you need help, please call Lifeline or Beyond Blue.TA = temporary accommodationHAAG = Housing for the Aged Action Group                https://www.oldertenants.org.au/haag/aboutCHIA = Community Housing Industry Association https://www.communityhousing.com.au/Wesley Edward Eagar Lodge                                                                                                             Crisis and emergency accommodation in Sydney, NSW.Homeless Persons hotlineCBT = Cognitive Behaviour Therapy Departing of Community Housing                                             https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/nswgovdirectory/dcj-housingCOPD = Chronic obstructive pulmonary diseaseShare women's wisdom worldwide  -  for everyone.  To help, please write a review on your platform and share episodes. And please donate to help us record accessible and advert-free episodes via PayPal using this link. https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=7KGVGCLPX45K8We appreciate your feedback and suggestions. Contact Beth at:  [email protected] production: Unison Sound.Producer: Luke Mynott, Beth ArmstrongHost: Beth ArmstrongEditor: Tom Herdman, Mija Healey. Sound Engineer: Micayla Laurence, Cihan Siral. Composer: Biddy ConnorArtwork: wisebrownfoxhttps://www.instagram.com/curveball_media/

Send us Fan MailPart Two - we highly recommend listening to Part 1 first!In Australia, drinking alcohol is invariably a rite of passage into adulthood, an intrinsic part of our culture for better or worse. It’s fun, relaxing and a social lubricant; sometimes, it becomes a coping mechanism to deal with stress, anxiety or unpleasant emotions. What happens when you’re compelled to drink even though you know it’s causing you problems? Guided by the host, Beth Armstrong, the guests share their stories of how drinking alcohol became problematic and the steps they took to get help, recover and grow from the experience. Speaking anonymously, they share the misconceptions, silver linings and pitfalls and offer advice for others embarking on the process. * Content warning - adult themes. If you need help, please call Lifeline or Beyond Blue.Share women's wisdom worldwide  -  for everyone.  To help, please write a review on your platform and share episodes. And please donate to help us record accessible and advert-free episodes via PayPal using this link. https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=7KGVGCLPX45K8We appreciate your feedback and suggestions. Contact Beth at:  [email protected] production: Unison Sound.Producer: Luke Mynott, Beth ArmstrongHost: Beth ArmstrongEditor: Tom Herdman, Mija Healey. Sound Engineer: Micayla Laurence, Cihan Siral. Composer: Biddy ConnorArtwork: wisebrownfoxhttps://www.instagram.com/curveball_media/

Send us Fan MailIn Australia, drinking alcohol is invariably a rite of passage into adulthood, an intrinsic part of our culture for better or worse. It’s fun, relaxing and a social lubricant; sometimes, it becomes a coping mechanism to deal with stress, anxiety or unpleasant emotions. What happens when you’re compelled to drink even though you know it’s causing you problems? Guided by the host, Beth Armstrong, three articulate women share their stories of how drinking alcohol became problematic and the steps they took to get help, recover and grow from the experience. Speaking anonymously, they share misconceptions, silver linings and pitfalls and offer advice for others embarking on the process. * Content warning - adult themes. If you need help, please call Lifeline or Beyond Blue.Share women's wisdom worldwide  -  for everyone.  To help, please write a review on your platform and share episodes. And please donate to help us record accessible and advert-free episodes via PayPal using this link. https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=7KGVGCLPX45K8We appreciate your feedback and suggestions. Contact Beth at:  [email protected] production: Unison Sound.Producer: Luke Mynott, Beth ArmstrongHost: Beth ArmstrongEditor: Tom Herdman, Mija Healey. Sound Engineer: Micayla Laurence, Cihan Siral. Composer: Biddy ConnorArtwork: wisebrownfoxhttps://www.instagram.com/curveball_media/

Send us Fan MailWe leave school with plans to study or work and an idea of how life might unfold, but as the saying goes: "Life is what happens when we're busy making other plans." Some people want to change course or expand, returning to study at a later age. Is it ever too late to start again? Tonight's club is Mature Age Students. Beth Armstrong guides a conversation between three generous, articulate and thoughtful women who speak anonymously about how and why they came to study in mid-life and beyond,  their fears, experiences,  and discoveries. Share women's wisdom worldwide  -  for everyone.  To help, please write a review on your platform and share episodes. And please donate to help us record accessible and advert-free episodes via PayPal using this link. https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=7KGVGCLPX45K8We appreciate your feedback and suggestions. Contact Beth at:  [email protected] production: Unison Sound.Producer: Luke Mynott, Beth ArmstrongHost: Beth ArmstrongEditor: Tom Herdman, Mija Healey. Sound Engineer: Micayla Laurence, Cihan Siral. Composer: Biddy ConnorArtwork: wisebrownfoxhttps://www.instagram.com/curveball_media/

Send us Fan MailThis is Part 2.  We highly recommend you listen to Part 1 first.When we partner and have children, no one imagines they will end up in family court fighting to access those children or keep them safe from a person once trusted.  What is it like to deal with the family court in Australia?  Guided by the host, Beth Armstrong, the guests share their stories of how they came to be at Family Court, their experience and how it has impacted their families and lives. Speaking anonymously, they give their views on what needs to change and offer advice for others embarking on the process. * Content warning for discussion of coercive control, domestic violence, suicidality and child abuse. If you need help, please call Lifeline or Beyond BlueShare women's wisdom worldwide  -  for everyone.  To help, please write a review on your platform and share episodes. And please donate to help us record accessible and advert-free episodes via PayPal using this link. https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=7KGVGCLPX45K8We appreciate your feedback and suggestions. Contact Beth at:  [email protected] production: Unison Sound.Producer: Luke Mynott, Beth ArmstrongHost: Beth ArmstrongEditor: Tom Herdman, Mija Healey. Sound Engineer: Micayla Laurence, Cihan Siral. Composer: Biddy ConnorArtwork: wisebrownfoxhttps://www.instagram.com/curveball_media/

Send us Fan MailWhen we partner and have children, no one imagines they will end up in family court fighting to access those children or keep them safe from a person once trusted. What is it like to deal with the family court in Australia?  Guided by the host, Beth Armstrong, three guests share their stories of how they came to be at Family Court, their experience and how it has impacted their families and lives. Speaking anonymously, they give their views on what needs to change and offer advice for others embarking on the process. Please note this episode is a little unusual in that the first part is the story of one woman who had to purge her story; the other two stories and discussion are in Part 2. * Content warning for discussion of coercive control, domestic violence, suicidality and child abuse. If you need help, please call Lifeline or Beyond BlueFor an in-depth ABC article on this subject, please read "False Witness" by Heidi Davoren for Background Briefing: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-06-19/family-court-report-writer-recording-expert-witness-ahpra/102185414?utm_source=abc_news_app&utm_medium=content_shared&utm_campaign=abc_news_app&utm_content=linkAnd a podcast link:https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/backgroundbriefing/false-witness/102485342Share women's wisdom worldwide  -  for everyone.  To help, please write a review on your platform and share episodes. And please donate to help us record accessible and advert-free episodes via PayPal using this link. https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=7KGVGCLPX45K8We appreciate your feedback and suggestions. Contact Beth at:  [email protected] production: Unison Sound.Producer: Luke Mynott, Beth ArmstrongHost: Beth ArmstrongEditor: Tom Herdman, Mija Healey. Sound Engineer: Micayla Laurence, Cihan Siral. Composer: Biddy ConnorArtwork: wisebrownfoxhttps://www.instagram.com/curveball_media/

Send us Fan MailPart Two  (We highly recommend listening to Part One first)Humans are social creatures wired to seek connection, and we grow up with stories of romantic love and the assumption we will partner. What’s it like when you’re not looking for love, you’ve been there, done that, or content single - or partnered -  and then you’re struck by cupid’s arrow?Beth Armstrong guides a conversation between three generous, articulate and thoughtful women who speak anonymously about their experiences of falling in love unexpectedly and how it impacted their lives. Some topics included in this discussion may be triggering or distressing. If you need support, please contact Beyond Blue at 1300 224 636 or Lifeline at 13 11 14.Share women's wisdom worldwide  -  for everyone.  To help, please write a review on your platform and share episodes. And please donate to help us record accessible and advert-free episodes via PayPal using this link. https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=7KGVGCLPX45K8We appreciate your feedback and suggestions. Contact Beth at:  [email protected] production: Unison Sound.Producer: Luke Mynott, Beth ArmstrongHost: Beth ArmstrongEditor: Tom Herdman, Mija Healey. Sound Engineer: Micayla Laurence, Cihan Siral. Composer: Biddy ConnorArtwork: wisebrownfoxhttps://www.instagram.com/curveball_media/

Send us Fan MailHumans are social creatures wired to seek connection, and we grow up with stories of romantic love and the assumption we will partner. What’s it like when you’re not looking for love, you’ve been there, done that, or content single - or partnered -  and then you’re struck by cupid’s arrow?Beth Armstrong guides a conversation between three generous, articulate and thoughtful women who speak anonymously about their experiences of falling in love unexpectedly and how it impacted their lives. Some topics included in this discussion may be triggering or distressing. If you need support, please contact Beyond Blue at 1300 224 636 or Lifeline at 13 11 14.Share women's wisdom worldwide  -  for everyone.  To help, please write a review on your platform and share episodes. And please donate to help us record accessible and advert-free episodes via PayPal using this link. https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=7KGVGCLPX45K8We appreciate your feedback and suggestions. Contact Beth at:  [email protected] production: Unison Sound.Producer: Luke Mynott, Beth ArmstrongHost: Beth ArmstrongEditor: Tom Herdman, Mija Healey. Sound Engineer: Micayla Laurence, Cihan Siral. Composer: Biddy ConnorArtwork: wisebrownfoxhttps://www.instagram.com/curveball_media/

Send us Fan MailPart Two ( We highly recommend you listen to Part One first) Our fathers are pivotal in our lives, assuming they're present as role models and caregivers - we hope they love us and have our best interests in mind. The father/daughter relationship is key to a girl's development and self-esteem. So what happens when it's dysfunctional, toxic or broken down to the point of estrangement? The conversation continues between three women, strangers with a commonality: they became estranged from their fathers. Guided by the host, Beth Armstrong, the guests discuss in-depth how this came to be and the impact on their esteem,  relationships and families, and their thoughts and advice to others who may be joining the "club."Some topics included in this discussion may be triggering or distressing. If you need support, please contact Beyond Blue on 1300 224 636 or Lifeline on 13 11 14.Share women's wisdom worldwide  -  for everyone.  To help, please write a review on your platform and share episodes. And please donate to help us record accessible and advert-free episodes via PayPal using this link. https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=7KGVGCLPX45K8We appreciate your feedback and suggestions. Contact Beth at:  [email protected] production: Unison Sound.Producer: Luke Mynott, Beth ArmstrongHost: Beth ArmstrongEditor: Tom Herdman, Mija Healey. Sound Engineer: Micayla Laurence, Cihan Siral. Composer: Biddy ConnorArtwork: wisebrownfoxhttps://www.instagram.com/curveball_media/

Send us Fan MailOur fathers are pivotal in our lives, assuming they're present as role models and caregivers - we hope they love us and have our best interests in mind. The father/daughter relationship is key to a girl's development and self-esteem. So what happens when it's dysfunctional, toxic or broken down to the point of estrangement? This is a conversation between three women, strangers with a commonality: they became estranged from their fathers. Guided by the host, Beth Armstrong, the guests discuss in-depth how this came to be and the impact on their esteem,  relationships and families, and their thoughts and advice to others who may be joining the "club."Some topics included in this discussion may be triggering or distressing. If you need support, please contact Beyond Blue on 1300 224 636 or Lifeline on 13 11 14.Share women's wisdom worldwide  -  for everyone.  To help, please write a review on your platform and share episodes. And please donate to help us record accessible and advert-free episodes via PayPal using this link. https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=7KGVGCLPX45K8We appreciate your feedback and suggestions. Contact Beth at:  [email protected] production: Unison Sound.Producer: Luke Mynott, Beth ArmstrongHost: Beth ArmstrongEditor: Tom Herdman, Mija Healey. Sound Engineer: Micayla Laurence, Cihan Siral. Composer: Biddy ConnorArtwork: wisebrownfoxhttps://www.instagram.com/curveball_media/

Send us Fan MailPart Two This is a conversation between three women from different countries (Brazil, Singapore and India), strangers with a commonality: they emigrated to Australia. The decision is to pack up and move away from your extended family, friends, and culture to live in a foreign land. Perhaps for work, to broaden opportunities, education, love or adventure, or to live a better or a different life. We imagine it might be a certain way, but it's a leap into the unknown. What's it like to emigrate to Australia? Guided by the host, Beth Armstrong, the guests discuss in-depth why they emigrated and the experience of doing so. Speaking anonymously they share how it has altered them; it's an intriguing, winding and frank conversation. Topics include: The pandemic experienceGains and losses of EmigrationStereotypesSense of Belonging Food discrimination Advice for newcomers If you want to hear more powerful, raw and intimate conversations like these, please help us create another episode by donating via Pay Pal using this link.   https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=7KGVGCLPX45K8Help spread these gifted stories and women's wisdom worldwide for all people. Help us Stay On Air, stay free of advertising, and remain free to tackle the taboo. Another way to help is to write a review on Apple or Spotify and share episodes; we'd love your feedback and suggestions. Contact Beth at:  [email protected] production: Unison SoundProducer: Luke Mynott, Beth ArmstrongHost: Beth ArmstrongEditor: Tom HerdmanComposer: Biddy ConnorArtwork: wisebrownfox Share women's wisdom worldwide  -  for everyone.  To help, please write a review on your platform and share episodes. And please donate to help us record accessible and advert-free episodes via PayPal using this link. https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=7KGVGCLPX45K8We appreciate your feedback and suggestions. Contact Beth at:  [email protected] production: Unison Sound.Producer: Luke Mynott, Beth ArmstrongHost: Beth ArmstrongEditor: Tom Herdman, Mija Healey. Sound Engineer: Micayla Laurence, Cihan Siral. Composer: Biddy ConnorArtwork: wisebrownfoxhttps://www.instagram.com/curveball_media/

Send us Fan MailThe decision is to pack up and move away from your extended family, friends, and culture to live in a foreign land. Perhaps for work, to broaden opportunities, education, love or adventure, or simply to live a better or a different life. We imagine it might be a certain way, but it’s a leap into the unknown. What’s it like to emigrate to Australia? Guided by the host, Beth Armstrong, the guests (from India, Singapore and Brazil)   discuss in-depth why they emigrated and the experience of doing so. Speaking anonymously they share how it has altered them; it's an intriguing, winding and frank conversation. Topics include:Perceptions of Australia prior to emigratingRacism MulticulturalismAustralianismsRaising children away from your own cultureMother-guiltAussie spiritFinding new friendsApproach to relationshipsShare women's wisdom worldwide  -  for everyone.  To help, please write a review on your platform and share episodes. And please donate to help us record accessible and advert-free episodes via PayPal using this link. https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=7KGVGCLPX45K8We appreciate your feedback and suggestions. Contact Beth at:  [email protected] production: Unison Sound.Producer: Luke Mynott, Beth ArmstrongHost: Beth ArmstrongEditor: Tom Herdman, Mija Healey. Sound Engineer: Micayla Laurence, Cihan Siral. Composer: Biddy ConnorArtwork: wisebrownfoxhttps://www.instagram.com/curveball_media/

Send us Fan MailAs children, we read stories about romance and living happily ever after. We learn there’s a script to follow: find our passion, our job, meet somebody and create a family. What happens when your life doesn’t follow that script, and you are single and want to have children? Host, Beth Armstrong guides a conversation between three bold, funny and wise women who speak together anonymously to share their stories of how and why they decided to raise children independently.  Some topics included in this discussion may be triggering or distressing. If you need support, please contact Beyond Blue on 1300 224 636 or Lifeline on 13 11 14.Topics include: younger/geriatric pregnancyIVF/surrogacy/ embryo donation/co-parent websitesinternational/local/known sperm donorsBaby loss/miscarriageFather’s dayAge-appropriate explanations for childrenintroducing donors role modelssingle mother by necessity /choiceblended families Dating Who will care for the children if something happens to their sole parentmisconceptionsgender-specific skills as an outdated conceptWhether to seek out donor siblings - “diblings.”Children’s characteristics similar or different to birth motherAdvice to others considering becoming a SMC (single mother by choice)Share women's wisdom worldwide  -  for everyone.  To help, please write a review on your platform and share episodes. And please donate to help us record accessible and advert-free episodes via PayPal using this link. https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=7KGVGCLPX45K8We appreciate your feedback and suggestions. Contact Beth at:  [email protected] production: Unison Sound.Producer: Luke Mynott, Beth ArmstrongHost: Beth ArmstrongEditor: Tom Herdman, Mija Healey. Sound Engineer: Micayla Laurence, Cihan Siral. Composer: Biddy ConnorArtwork: wisebrownfoxhttps://www.instagram.com/curveball_media/

Send us Fan MailPart Two (We recommend listening to Part One first) The conversation continues. Guided by the host, Beth Armstrong, three bold, funny and wise women speak together anonymously to share their stories of coming out later in life and how it has affected their lives. You’re married or partnered, maybe have children, a career and your identity is heterosexual, but then you’re single again and unexpectedly you fall in love with a woman. How does that work? Some topics included in this discussion may be triggering or distressing for some listeners. If you need support, please contact Beyond Blue on 1300 224 636 or Lifeline on 13 11 14.Topics include:  marriage equality coming outlesbian culture / Mardi GrasThe pink sofa / lesbian clubsonline dating / u-haulingfamily reactions discrimination / bi-phobiagenerational changechildren of gay parents coming out as straight or otherwiseidentity within gay community/pansexual pronouns/categories  step-family dynamics/blended familiesgold star lesbians patriarchy impact on marriage/domestics comparative to same-sex The tragedy of Heterosexuality - book pressures of representing a community sharing breastfeedingthe complexity of breadwinner/mother dynamicswho gets pregnant, and bonding with both motherspost natal depression Finding community/ alliesreligion toaster oven conceptmale/female gaze Share women's wisdom worldwide  -  for everyone.  To help, please write a review on your platform and share episodes. And please donate to help us record accessible and advert-free episodes via PayPal using this link. https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=7KGVGCLPX45K8We appreciate your feedback and suggestions. Contact Beth at:  [email protected] production: Unison Sound.Producer: Luke Mynott, Beth ArmstrongHost: Beth ArmstrongEditor: Tom Herdman, Mija Healey. Sound Engineer: Micayla Laurence, Cihan Siral. Composer: Biddy ConnorArtwork: wisebrownfoxhttps://www.instagram.com/curveball_media/

Send us Fan MailYou’re married or partnered, maybe have children, a career and your identity is heterosexual, but then you’re single again and unexpectedly you fall in love with a woman. How does that work? Guided by the host, Beth Armstrong, three bold, funny and wise women speak together anonymously to share their stories of coming out later in life and how it has affected their lives. Some topics included in this discussion may be triggering or distressing for some listeners. If you need support, please contact Beyond Blue on 1300 224 636 or Lifeline on 13 11 14.Topics include: coming out blended families gay marriage identity religion online dating/ one night standslove heteronormative privilegesingle mother identifying words and pronouns  sex / intimacy lesbian films and televisionsymbolsdiscrimination  references to violence towards the gay community self-acceptance IVFCommunityShare women's wisdom worldwide  -  for everyone.  To help, please write a review on your platform and share episodes. And please donate to help us record accessible and advert-free episodes via PayPal using this link. https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=7KGVGCLPX45K8We appreciate your feedback and suggestions. Contact Beth at:  [email protected] production: Unison Sound.Producer: Luke Mynott, Beth ArmstrongHost: Beth ArmstrongEditor: Tom Herdman, Mija Healey. Sound Engineer: Micayla Laurence, Cihan Siral. Composer: Biddy ConnorArtwork: wisebrownfoxhttps://www.instagram.com/curveball_media/

Send us Fan MailPart Two (We highly recommend you listen to Part One first)The host, Beth Armstrong, guides an in-depth discussion between three brave, astute and articulate women who speak together anonymously to share their stories of abuse when they were children and how it affected their lives. As children, we grow and learn the ways of the world and what is right and wrong. Our parents and carers, who we rely on, are our guides. But what happens when those adults or any person asks you to do something, or someone does something to you, touches you in a way that doesn't feel right or makes you feel strange? Maybe you're told it's special or a secret, or that it's your fault. When someone who professes to love you and should protect you, hurts you, it's confusing and damaging at any age, especially for vulnerable children. How do you make sense of it, escape it and cope? Tonight's episode is the Child Abuse Club.Some topics included in this discussion may be triggering or distressing for some listeners. If you need support, please contact Beyond Blue on 1300 224 636 or Lifeline on 13 11 14.Topics include:  why the perpetrator sexually abuses a child? love/coercion/grooming/using the idea of love as manipulation abuse begets abuse as an excuse   forgiveness stranger assault inflicting devastation on children  invisible harm, but mental devastation strategies of violence or emotional manipulation to comply sexual abuse survivor triggersmistrust and defensiveness, violent reactions scepticism from others because of nondisclosure as a child scepticism because you didn't go to the police facing/confronting the perpetrator many years later visualising name change/moving away from the perpetrator hatred strength, using your voice/ validating having experience confirmed Hannah Gadsby show, “Nanette” family dysfunction/ ripple effectparenting style anti-secrecy / body autonomy Share women's wisdom worldwide  -  for everyone.  To help, please write a review on your platform and share episodes. And please donate to help us record accessible and advert-free episodes via PayPal using this link. https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=7KGVGCLPX45K8We appreciate your feedback and suggestions. Contact Beth at:  [email protected] production: Unison Sound.Producer: Luke Mynott, Beth ArmstrongHost: Beth ArmstrongEditor: Tom Herdman, Mija Healey. Sound Engineer: Micayla Laurence, Cihan Siral. Composer: Biddy ConnorArtwork: wisebrownfoxhttps://www.instagram.com/curveball_media/

Send us Fan MailAs children, we grow and learn the ways of the world and what is right and wrong. Our parents and carers, who we rely on, are our guides. But what happens when they or any person asks you to do something, or someone does something to you, touches you in a way that doesn't feel right or makes you feel strange? Maybe you're told it's special or a secret, or that it's your fault. When someone who professes to love you and should protect you, hurts you, it's confusing and damaging at any age, especially for vulnerable children. How do you make sense of it, escape it and cope? The host, Beth Armstrong guides a conversation between three brave, astute and articulate women, strangers who speak together anonymously to share their stories of abuse when they were children and how it has affected their lives. Some topics included in this discussion may be triggering or distressing for some listeners. If you need support, please contact Beyond Blue on 1300 224 636 or Lifeline on 13 11 14.Topics include: sexual assaultgrooming/ pornographic imagesemotional abuse sexual responses / out of body experiences violencesecrecy disclosure intergenerational traumamultiple perpetrators recriminations social difficulties / brain development / learning difficulties  healing non-abusive parental guiltsigns of abuse / sleeping difficulties/ eating disordersrunningmasking true emotions - clown facetrust difficultiescelibacy / turning to religion sexually promiscuous distorted true nature suicide family reputation accusations of victim being somehow partly responsibledistorted ideas of love, manipulationvictim feeling sexual pleasure is an indicator of guilt, confusion  whistleblower syndrome, where the victim is seen as the troublemakerthreats of violencepower of the voice, of speaking out self-punishment drugs as a coping mechanism/ angerShare women's wisdom worldwide  -  for everyone.  To help, please write a review on your platform and share episodes. And please donate to help us record accessible and advert-free episodes via PayPal using this link. https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=7KGVGCLPX45K8We appreciate your feedback and suggestions. Contact Beth at:  [email protected] production: Unison Sound.Producer: Luke Mynott, Beth ArmstrongHost: Beth ArmstrongEditor: Tom Herdman, Mija Healey. Sound Engineer: Micayla Laurence, Cihan Siral. Composer: Biddy ConnorArtwork: wisebrownfoxhttps://www.instagram.com/curveball_media/

Send us Fan MailWe meet someone, fall in love, and develop a relationship, but then something happens, and your partner hurts, manipulates or frightens you. Perhaps you address it, but it's denied, or it's somehow your fault, or they apologise and promise it won't happen again. And we all make mistakes, so you trust this person who has hitherto loved you to redeem themselves. But what happens when this becomes a pattern, and you slowly realise you are walking on eggshells and embroiled in a volatile or destructive relationship?The host, Beth Armstrong, guides an in-depth discussion between three brave, astute and articulate women who speak together anonymously to share their domestic violence stories with an intimate partner, how they escaped, and how it has affected their lives.  Some topics included in this discussion may be triggering or distressing for some listeners. If you need support, please contact Beyond Blue on 1300 224 636 or Lifeline on 13 11 14. Topics include:  impact of domestic violence / overt and covert abuseemotional, physical and sexual abusestereotypes / cross-cultural and class family law courtalcoholismonline connectionscharming, manipulative and deceitful frog in boiling water analogyabusive childhoodcontrol - creating dependence/ jealousy preference for a boy baby / obsessed with perfection - “mini-me” childperpetrator playing the victim - accusations of affairs and deceitrelationship models from childhood compassion - women brought up to fix things emotional investment for love, wanting the dreamtheir hurt, wronged by past partners, comparisonsfriends who call out abusive behaviour as enemies, perpetrator criticising themisolation / managing safety for childrenguardian angel friendscycle of violencepsychological abuse and coercive control/ physical intimidationperpetrators in the police forceimage-based abuse - fake profile - publishing intimate photos onlinenavigating escapeShare women's wisdom worldwide  -  for everyone.  To help, please write a review on your platform and share episodes. And please donate to help us record accessible and advert-free episodes via PayPal using this link. https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=7KGVGCLPX45K8We appreciate your feedback and suggestions. Contact Beth at:  [email protected] production: Unison Sound.Producer: Luke Mynott, Beth ArmstrongHost: Beth ArmstrongEditor: Tom Herdman, Mija Healey. Sound Engineer: Micayla Laurence, Cihan Siral. Composer: Biddy ConnorArtwork: wisebrownfoxhttps://www.instagram.com/curveball_media/

Send us Fan MailOur mothers birth us and/or raise us, and if so, are naturally pivotal in our lives as role models and caregivers - we hope they love us and have our best interests in mind and that we love them. But what happens when that isn't the case, or they are dysfunctional, or the relationship between you is toxic or broken down to the point of estrangement. How does that affect you and your place in the world? Beth Armstrong guides the conversation between three brave, astute and articulate women who speak together anonymously to share their stories of how they became estranged from their mothers and the consequences.  Some topics included in this discussion may be triggering or distressing for some listeners. If you need support, please contact Beyond Blue on 1300 224 636 or Lifeline on 13 11 14.  Topics include: abandonment/ family dysfunctionparental deathfavourtismemotional/ physical abuse / sexual assault alcoholism / drugs, sex and alcohol as a means of copingbisexualityfather as primary carerJehovahs Witness philosophy of "don’t spare the rod, you’ll spoil the child"black sheep/ running away/ hiding - faking it untill we make itshame / intergenerational trauma gaslighting / criticismbody dysmorphia  / anxiety / depression / perfectionism child as parentkilling desire to become a parentpost-natal depressionweaponising grandchildren unconditional loveresilience / therapy / self-care self-punishment / lonelinessaffirmations / belongingfriends become familyunpredictability / sabotagemeditation / peace / acceptanceworkaholic / unemploymentShare women's wisdom worldwide  -  for everyone.  To help, please write a review on your platform and share episodes. And please donate to help us record accessible and advert-free episodes via PayPal using this link. https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=7KGVGCLPX45K8We appreciate your feedback and suggestions. Contact Beth at:  [email protected] production: Unison Sound.Producer: Luke Mynott, Beth ArmstrongHost: Beth ArmstrongEditor: Tom Herdman, Mija Healey. Sound Engineer: Micayla Laurence, Cihan Siral. Composer: Biddy ConnorArtwork: wisebrownfoxhttps://www.instagram.com/curveball_media/

Send us Fan MailPart Two (We recommend listening to Part One first) We are born into a family with a set of values and beliefs that might evolve. Some families are strict adherents to a particular religion or cult, which rejects the mainstream. As children, we know nothing else and are guided by our parents, but what happens when deep inside we question, observe hypocrisy or feel limited and not in tune with these values? What is it like to strike out alone? How do you find the mettle to go against everything that you know and risk losing family?Beth Armstrong guides a conversation between three brave, astute and articulate women who speak together anonymously to share their stories of growing up in a cult or religion and escaping.Some topics included in this discussion may be triggering or distressing for some listeners. If you need support, please contact Beyond Blue on 1300 224 636 or Lifeline on 13 11 14.Share women's wisdom worldwide  -  for everyone.  To help, please write a review on your platform and share episodes. And please donate to help us record accessible and advert-free episodes via PayPal using this link. https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=7KGVGCLPX45K8We appreciate your feedback and suggestions. Contact Beth at:  [email protected] production: Unison Sound.Producer: Luke Mynott, Beth ArmstrongHost: Beth ArmstrongEditor: Tom Herdman, Mija Healey. Sound Engineer: Micayla Laurence, Cihan Siral. Composer: Biddy ConnorArtwork: wisebrownfoxhttps://www.instagram.com/curveball_media/

Send us Fan MailWe are born into a family with a set of values and beliefs that might evolve. Some families are strict adherents to a particular religion or cult, which rejects the mainstream. As children, we know nothing else and are guided by our parents, but what happens when deep inside we question, observe hypocrisy or feel limited and not in tune with these values? What is it like to strike out alone? How do you find the mettle to go against everything that you know and risk losing family?Beth Armstrong guides a conversation between three brave, astute and articulate women who speak together anonymously to share their stories of growing up in a cult or religion and escaping.Some topics included in this discussion may be triggering or distressing for some listeners. If you need support, please contact Beyond Blue on 1300 224 636 or Lifeline on 13 11 14.Share women's wisdom worldwide  -  for everyone.  To help, please write a review on your platform and share episodes. And please donate to help us record accessible and advert-free episodes via PayPal using this link. https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=7KGVGCLPX45K8We appreciate your feedback and suggestions. Contact Beth at:  [email protected] production: Unison Sound.Producer: Luke Mynott, Beth ArmstrongHost: Beth ArmstrongEditor: Tom Herdman, Mija Healey. Sound Engineer: Micayla Laurence, Cihan Siral. Composer: Biddy ConnorArtwork: wisebrownfoxhttps://www.instagram.com/curveball_media/

Send us Fan MailWhat is it like to be diagnosed with Diabetes Type One, a misunderstood chronic condition with no cure, requiring constant, lifelong management? Unfortunately, Type One is often incorrectly attributed to poor lifestyle choices, causing additional suffering.Beth Armstrong guides a conversation between three brave, astute and articulate women who speak together anonymously to share their stories of adult diagnosis of Diabetes-Type One and how it has changed their lives. Some topics included in this discussion may trigger or distress some listeners. If you need support, please contact Beyond Blue at 1300 224 636 or Lifeline at 13 11 14. Topics include: type one Diabetes - auto-immune disease adult diagnosisGestational DiabetesType One managementDiabetic Ketoacidosis supportrisksType Two Diabeteseducationdenial /shame/anxietymedia portrayals of DiabetesHbA1cblood glucose levels/ continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM)pump Therapy pregnancy with Diabetes Type Oneself-care/Life-work balance risk factors unmanaged Diabeteshighs and lows / resilienceRecommendations:Diabetes Sports Weekend - Diabetes support groups/Facebookwww.dafne.org.auShare women's wisdom worldwide  -  for everyone.  To help, please write a review on your platform and share episodes. And please donate to help us record accessible and advert-free episodes via PayPal using this link. https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=7KGVGCLPX45K8We appreciate your feedback and suggestions. Contact Beth at:  [email protected] production: Unison Sound.Producer: Luke Mynott, Beth ArmstrongHost: Beth ArmstrongEditor: Tom Herdman, Mija Healey. Sound Engineer: Micayla Laurence, Cihan Siral. Composer: Biddy ConnorArtwork: wisebrownfoxhttps://www.instagram.com/curveball_media/

Send us Fan MailYou’re having a baby - what will they look like, and who will they become? As they grow, we observe milestones, but then comes an instinct or awareness that something is awry or different to what we expected. Then the diagnosis is that you have a child with a disability, and life is necessarily going to change. Beth Armstrong guides a conversation between three brave, astute and articulate women who speak together anonymously to share their stories of becoming a mum to a disabled child and how they've changed. Some topics included in this discussion may trigger or distress some listeners. If you need support, please contact Beyond Blue at 1300 224 636 or Lifeline at 13 11 14.Share women's wisdom worldwide  -  for everyone.  To help, please write a review on your platform and share episodes. And please donate to help us record accessible and advert-free episodes via PayPal using this link. https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=7KGVGCLPX45K8We appreciate your feedback and suggestions. Contact Beth at:  [email protected] production: Unison Sound.Producer: Luke Mynott, Beth ArmstrongHost: Beth ArmstrongEditor: Tom Herdman, Mija Healey. Sound Engineer: Micayla Laurence, Cihan Siral. Composer: Biddy ConnorArtwork: wisebrownfoxhttps://www.instagram.com/curveball_media/

Send us Fan MailWe grow up with the story that we'll likely have children one day. We usually spend some time trying not to get pregnant until one day, the decision is made that it's time to conceive, but it's not always that easy. Years may pass. When do we stop, and what does that mean? Beth Armstrong guides a conversation between three bold, funny and wise women who speak anonymously to share their stories of infertility and how it has affected their lives. Some topics included in this discussion may be triggering or distressing. If you need support, please contact Beyond Blue at 1300 224 636 or Lifeline at 13 11 14.Share women's wisdom worldwide  -  for everyone.  To help, please write a review on your platform and share episodes. And please donate to help us record accessible and advert-free episodes via PayPal using this link. https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=7KGVGCLPX45K8We appreciate your feedback and suggestions. Contact Beth at:  [email protected] production: Unison Sound.Producer: Luke Mynott, Beth ArmstrongHost: Beth ArmstrongEditor: Tom Herdman, Mija Healey. Sound Engineer: Micayla Laurence, Cihan Siral. Composer: Biddy ConnorArtwork: wisebrownfoxhttps://www.instagram.com/curveball_media/

Send us Fan Mail Sexuality is something we discover in our youth, usually developing relationships, and somehow our sexuality is established. Sometimes change, or an urge arises, inspiring exploration. Beth Armstrong guides a conversation between three bold, funny and wise women who speak together anonymously to share their stories of discovering and celebrating sexual freedom. Some topics included in this discussion may be triggering or distressing. If you need support, please contact Beyond Blue at 1300 224 636 or Lifeline at 13 11 14.Share women's wisdom worldwide  -  for everyone.  To help, please write a review on your platform and share episodes. And please donate to help us record accessible and advert-free episodes via PayPal using this link. https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=7KGVGCLPX45K8We appreciate your feedback and suggestions. Contact Beth at:  [email protected] production: Unison Sound.Producer: Luke Mynott, Beth ArmstrongHost: Beth ArmstrongEditor: Tom Herdman, Mija Healey. Sound Engineer: Micayla Laurence, Cihan Siral. Composer: Biddy ConnorArtwork: wisebrownfoxhttps://www.instagram.com/curveball_media/

Send us Fan MailThree women share their deeply personal and quite different stories about a family member or partner taking their own life in an incredibly raw, honest way. Not for the fainthearted, this is challenging but enlightening and profoundly moving.  Beth Armstrong guides a conversation between three articulate, passionate, wise women who speak anonymously to share their stories of losing a loved one to suicide and how it impacted them. Some topics included in this discussion may be triggering or distressing. If you need support, please contact Beyond Blue at 1300 224 636 or Lifeline at 13 11 14.Share women's wisdom worldwide  -  for everyone.  To help, please write a review on your platform and share episodes. And please donate to help us record accessible and advert-free episodes via PayPal using this link. https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=7KGVGCLPX45K8We appreciate your feedback and suggestions. Contact Beth at:  [email protected] production: Unison Sound.Producer: Luke Mynott, Beth ArmstrongHost: Beth ArmstrongEditor: Tom Herdman, Mija Healey. Sound Engineer: Micayla Laurence, Cihan Siral. Composer: Biddy ConnorArtwork: wisebrownfoxhttps://www.instagram.com/curveball_media/

Send us Fan MailYou fall in love with a person, and they come as a package, with kids. Maybe you have your kids too. How does that work? An intriguing insight into the complexities and ordeals of this role from three women on the frontline.Beth Armstrong guides a conversation between three articulate, passionate, wise women who speak anonymously to share their stories of how becoming a stepparent impacted their lives. Some topics included in this discussion may be triggering or distressing. If you need support, please contact Beyond Blue at 1300 224 636 or Lifeline at 13 11 14.Share women's wisdom worldwide  -  for everyone.  To help, please write a review on your platform and share episodes. And please donate to help us record accessible and advert-free episodes via PayPal using this link. https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=7KGVGCLPX45K8We appreciate your feedback and suggestions. Contact Beth at:  [email protected] production: Unison Sound.Producer: Luke Mynott, Beth ArmstrongHost: Beth ArmstrongEditor: Tom Herdman, Mija Healey. Sound Engineer: Micayla Laurence, Cihan Siral. Composer: Biddy ConnorArtwork: wisebrownfoxhttps://www.instagram.com/curveball_media/

Send us Fan MailYou are excited about your growing baby and the new addition to your family until the unthinkable happens when you learn your baby is severely compromised. Suddenly you are faced with an unbearable decision. Three brave mothers open up and share their deeply traumatic experiences—an incredibly moving and life-affirming episode.Beth Armstrong guides a conversation with three articulate, passionate, wise women who speak anonymously to share their stories of making the profoundly challenging decision to terminate their pregnancy and how it impacted their lives.Some topics included in this discussion may be triggering or distressing. If you need support, please contact Beyond Blue at 1300 224 636 or Lifeline at 13 11 14.Share women's wisdom worldwide  -  for everyone.  To help, please write a review on your platform and share episodes. And please donate to help us record accessible and advert-free episodes via PayPal using this link. https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=7KGVGCLPX45K8We appreciate your feedback and suggestions. Contact Beth at:  [email protected] production: Unison Sound.Producer: Luke Mynott, Beth ArmstrongHost: Beth ArmstrongEditor: Tom Herdman, Mija Healey. Sound Engineer: Micayla Laurence, Cihan Siral. Composer: Biddy ConnorArtwork: wisebrownfoxhttps://www.instagram.com/curveball_media/

Send us Fan MailMums of Transgender Kids - What happens when you think you have a boy or a girl, only to have your child tell you otherwise? We discuss the journey through confusion, acceptance and the battle of helping your child and family to thrive. Beth Armstrong guides a conversation with three bold, passionate, wise women who speak anonymously to share their stories of learning their child is transgender and how they have journeyed together.Some topics included in this discussion may be triggering or distressing. If you need support, please contact Beyond Blue at 1300 224 636 or Lifeline at 13 11 14.Share women's wisdom worldwide  -  for everyone.  To help, please write a review on your platform and share episodes. And please donate to help us record accessible and advert-free episodes via PayPal using this link. https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=7KGVGCLPX45K8We appreciate your feedback and suggestions. Contact Beth at:  [email protected] production: Unison Sound.Producer: Luke Mynott, Beth ArmstrongHost: Beth ArmstrongEditor: Tom Herdman, Mija Healey. Sound Engineer: Micayla Laurence, Cihan Siral. Composer: Biddy ConnorArtwork: wisebrownfoxhttps://www.instagram.com/curveball_media/

Send us Fan MailWe crack wide open a taboo topic with three women speaking with incredible honesty and depth about the impact of losing their child. Get a quiet space to listen, as this will affect and inspire. Beth Armstrong guides a conversation with three bold, articulate, wise women who speak anonymously to share their stories of how losing their baby impacted them and their families. Some topics included in this discussion may be triggering or distressing. If you need support, please contact Beyond Blue at 1300 224 636 or Lifeline at 13 11 14.Share women's wisdom worldwide  -  for everyone.  To help, please write a review on your platform and share episodes. And please donate to help us record accessible and advert-free episodes via PayPal using this link. https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=7KGVGCLPX45K8We appreciate your feedback and suggestions. Contact Beth at:  [email protected] production: Unison Sound.Producer: Luke Mynott, Beth ArmstrongHost: Beth ArmstrongEditor: Tom Herdman, Mija Healey. Sound Engineer: Micayla Laurence, Cihan Siral. Composer: Biddy ConnorArtwork: wisebrownfoxhttps://www.instagram.com/curveball_media/

Send us Fan MailNo one gets married and has children planning to divorce. No matter how you got there –  the person leaving or left; you have to reconfigure your life and work out how to move forward. With hilarious frankness and compassion, these three women give us their take.Beth Armstrong guides a conversation between three bold, funny and wise women who speak together anonymously to share their stories of how they came to divorce and the impact on their lives.  Some topics included in this discussion may be triggering or distressing. If you need support, please contact Beyond Blue at 1300 224 636 or Lifeline at 13 11 14.Share women's wisdom worldwide  -  for everyone.  To help, please write a review on your platform and share episodes. And please donate to help us record accessible and advert-free episodes via PayPal using this link. https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=7KGVGCLPX45K8We appreciate your feedback and suggestions. Contact Beth at:  [email protected] production: Unison Sound.Producer: Luke Mynott, Beth ArmstrongHost: Beth ArmstrongEditor: Tom Herdman, Mija Healey. Sound Engineer: Micayla Laurence, Cihan Siral. Composer: Biddy ConnorArtwork: wisebrownfoxhttps://www.instagram.com/curveball_media/

Send us Fan MailWhat is it like to live with mental illness, including psychosis and time spent in and out of psych wards? Beth Armstrong guides a conversation with three fabulous, fascinating and articulate women who speak anonymously with warmth, humour and alacrity about their mental illness and psychiatric hospital experiences. Some topics included in this discussion may be triggering or distressing. If you need support, please contact Beyond Blue at 1300 224 636 or Lifeline at 13 11 14. Share women's wisdom worldwide  -  for everyone.  To help, please write a review on your platform and share episodes. And please donate to help us record accessible and advert-free episodes via PayPal using this link. https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=7KGVGCLPX45K8We appreciate your feedback and suggestions. Contact Beth at:  [email protected] production: Unison Sound.Producer: Luke Mynott, Beth ArmstrongHost: Beth ArmstrongEditor: Tom Herdman, Mija Healey. Sound Engineer: Micayla Laurence, Cihan Siral. Composer: Biddy ConnorArtwork: wisebrownfoxhttps://www.instagram.com/curveball_media/

Send us Fan MailWelcome to the hotly anticipated podcast series by host Beth Armstrong. Here’s a taste of what’s to come in a series that delves into some genuinely hard-hitting topics that range from Stillbirth to Late Termination and Mums of Transgender kids to Mid-Life Sexual Awakening.Please subscribe and stay tuned for intriguing, funny, and heartbreaking conversations.For more information, visit curveballmedia.com.au@curveball_mediaShare women's wisdom worldwide  -  for everyone.  To help, please write a review on your platform and share episodes. And please donate to help us record accessible and advert-free episodes via PayPal using this link. https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=7KGVGCLPX45K8We appreciate your feedback and suggestions. Contact Beth at:  [email protected] production: Unison Sound.Producer: Luke Mynott, Beth ArmstrongHost: Beth ArmstrongEditor: Tom Herdman, Mija Healey. Sound Engineer: Micayla Laurence, Cihan Siral. Composer: Biddy ConnorArtwork: wisebrownfoxhttps://www.instagram.com/curveball_media/