Best Stick Thing Productions Podcasts (2025)

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233 — The Science-Backed Herbs That Can Improve Stress, Focus, and Mental Health With Herbalist Rachelle Robinett 52:01

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Do you ever wonder if herbal remedies could help you feel calmer, sleep better, or even help you become mentally stronger? What if there was a natural way to manage stress, improve focus, and improve your mental health? Herbs have been used for centuries to support well-being, and modern science is now catching up to their incredible potential. In …

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First Look: Episodes 8507 - 8511 16:17

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First Look at the week ahead. Si and Sophie read through the episode synopsis of up coming episodes. Expect an opinion or two. SISTER PODCAST: COASTAL NEWS INVESTIGATES (on links below) (Apple) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coastal-news-investigates/id1822211109 (Spotify) https://open.spotify.com/show/2HaY3C0AwWeFPQJ7Q6aGfU?si=mRfIvnESTAa7g…

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In The Bag 1:39:40

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Si and Sophie present Coastal News:A Home and Away Podcast. Your episode companion podcast for Home and Away on 5 and 5 streaming app in the UK. This Week, The Fowler Family Fight as Eden makes a decision, Dana loses out on the job to Jo, Cohen is placed with Roo and Remi turns to drugs to meet his deadlines. SISTER PODCAST: COASTAL NEWS INVESTIGAT…

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232 — 5 Daily Habits To Build Unstoppable Mental Strength 23:42

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Practice the skills from this episode for free with this tool I made for you —Episode 232 Exercise. What if you could build mental strength in just a few minutes a day? No complicated routines, no drastic life overhauls — just five practical habits that help you feel stronger and take more control of your life. In this episode, I’m sharing the simp…

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231 — Triggered Easily? 7 Strategies to Take Back Control of Your Life with Psychotherapist Michelle Chalfant 45:17

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Do you ever feel like someone knows exactly how to push your buttons — and it leaves you spiraling long after your interaction? Whether it’s a snide comment, a frustrating situation, or an awkward interaction, triggers can feel like they’re controlling your emotions. But what if those triggers were actually trying to teach you something? Triggers c…

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First Look: Episodes 8502 - 8506 15:53

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First Look at the week ahead. Si and Sophie read through the episode synopsis of up coming episodes. Expect an opinion or two. SISTER PODCAST: COASTAL NEWS INVESTIGATES (on links below) (Apple) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coastal-news-investigates/id1822211109 (Spotify) https://open.spotify.com/show/2HaY3C0AwWeFPQJ7Q6aGfU?si=mRfIvnESTAa7g…

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Dead to Me 1:08:32

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Si and Sophie present Coastal News:A Home and Away Podcast. Your episode companion podcast for Home and Away on 5 and 5 streaming app in the UK. This Week, Sonny and Dana go official, Eden debates the wedding guest list, Tane goes to Japan alone and Avalon comes between Remi and Kirby. SISTER PODCAST: COASTAL NEWS INVESTIGATES (on links below) (App…

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230 — 7 Ways I Found Mental Strength During My Darkest Times 25:46

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Work through today’s strategies with a free, interactive too — Episode 230 exercise. Have you ever felt like life has hit you so hard that it knocked the wind out of you? Maybe you're in one of those moments right now, wondering how to even take the next step. In this deeply personal episode, I’m sharing the seven strategies that helped me navigate…

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Socks Off - Summer 2025 3:16

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Send us a text This is not an episode You should not listen to this unless you want to know what will be happening over the next couple of months, or you just like the sound of our voices or something. Bit odd if you ask me. Anyway, has anyone seen Ross? I got this weird message from Valencio saying something about bondage? Better go and try to fin…

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229 —Rewrite Your Story and Reclaim Your Strength with Lauren Sisler 49:22

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Are the stories you tell yourself holding you back? After all, there's always more than one way to tell the same story. You could be a victim of tragic circumstances or a hero who survived them. The way we interpret our past influences our identities, but it doesn’t have to define who we are forever. This week, I’m joined by Lauren Sisler, a sports…

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First Look: Episodes 8497 - 8501 25:18

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First Look at the week ahead. Si and Sophie read through the episode synopsis of up coming episodes. Expect an opinion or two. SISTER PODCAST: COASTAL NEWS INVESTIGATES (on links below) (Apple) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coastal-news-investigates/id1822211109 (Spotify) https://open.spotify.com/show/2HaY3C0AwWeFPQJ7Q6aGfU?si=mRfIvnESTAa7g…

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Just Friends 1:26:35

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Si and Sophie present Coastal News:A Home and Away Podcast. Your episode companion podcast for Home and Away on 5 and 5 streaming app in the UK. This Week, new sarge David Langham arrives, Abs celebrates her birthday, Mac receives her results and Dana and Sonny struggle to stay just friends. SISTER PODCAST: COASTAL NEWS INVESTIGATES (on links below…

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228 — 5 Signs You're Stuck in Survival Mode and Science-Backed Ways to Escape 21:09

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Are you thriving, or do you feel like you are barely surviving? If you feel stuck in survival mode, you are not alone. It is common, but you don't have to stay there. Survival mode is helpful in a crisis. But staying stuck there too long can leave you feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, and unable to enjoy life fully. Fortunately, there are strategies …

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Socks: On or Off? Episode 25 - Skip or Sing? 14:39

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Send us a text This week our Socks; Ross and Simon, are joined by Tyler the social media creator (see what we did there?) and they're posing another of our randomly selected would you rather questions to him. Which would be more awkward, to have to skip everywhere or sing everything? Either way, funerals will never be the same again! So which would…

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227 — How to Break Free From a Scarcity Mindset and Start Living More Abundantly with Bob Rosen 54:37

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You've likely heard about the importance of living abundantly and giving up a scarcity mindset, but how do you actually do that? Knowing how to let go of a scarcity mindset and doing it are two different things. Attachments can weigh us down, keeping us stuck in old thought patterns and limiting our potential for growth and happiness. This week, I’…

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First Look: Episodes 8492 - 8496 20:46

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First Look at the week ahead. Si and Sophie read through the episode synopsis of up coming episodes. Expect an opinion or two. SISTER PODCAST: COASTAL NEWS INVESTIGATES (on links below) (Apple) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coastal-news-investigates/id1822211109 (Spotify) https://open.spotify.com/show/2HaY3C0AwWeFPQJ7Q6aGfU?si=mRfIvnESTAa7g…

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Dead In The Water 1:39:16

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Si and Sophie present Coastal News:A Home and Away Podcast. Your episode companion podcast for Home and Away on 5 and 5 streaming app in the UK. This Week, Sonny and Theo are saved, Theo. Moves out permanently, Mac opens up to Levi about her past and Abs attempts to leave town. SISTER PODCAST: COASTAL NEWS INVESTIGATES (on links below) (Apple) http…

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226 — Why Life Feels Out of Control (and 5 Steps to Take Charge) 23:06

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How much control do you have over your life? Do you think life happens to you? Or do you believe you have the power to shape it? On this episode of Mentally Stronger, we’re exploring the psychology of control, also known as "locus of control." Your belief about who or what is in control of your life has a huge impact on your mental strength. Unders…

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Socks: On or Off? Episode 24 - Silence is golden or back you aint holdin' 23:16

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Send us a text This week, Ross and Simon are joined by the beautifully unfiltered Mike Batho from The Reclining Pair Podcast to wrestle with a hypothetical that could ruin friendships, family dinners, and job interviews alike. The choice is simple: Total Silence or Total Transparency. No filters. No secrets. Just raw, unedited brain nonsense 24/7. …

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Coastal News Investigates: The Hosts 1:20:52

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Lift the lid on your favourite Aussie Soap Home and Away with Coastal News Investigates. Sister podcast to the popular Coastal News: A Home and Away Podcast. Hosts Si and Sophie go behind the bay with interviews of fans, cast and crew. Please subscribe for future episode updates. In this episode, Si and Sophie celebrate 4 years of podcast about Hom…

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225 — Control Your Vagus Nerve to Improve Your Mental and Physical Health With Dr. Kevin Tracey 53:43

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What if improving your mental health and physical well-being could be as simple as understanding one nerve in your body? Research shows your vagus nerve plays a powerful role in your well-being. This week, I’m joined by Dr. Kevin Tracey, a world-renowned neurosurgeon and pioneering researcher, to explore the vagus nerve and how improving your vagal…

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First Look: Episodes 8487 - 8491 23:27

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First Look at the week ahead. Si and Sophie read through the episode synopsis of up coming episodes. Expect an opinion or two. SISTER PODCAST: COASTAL NEWS INVESTIGATES (on links below) (Apple) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coastal-news-investigates/id1822211109 (Spotify) https://open.spotify.com/show/2HaY3C0AwWeFPQJ7Q6aGfU?si=mRfIvnESTAa7g…

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Dark and Mysterious 2:04:11

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Si and Sophie present Coastal News:A Home and Away Podcast. Your episode companion podcast for Home and Away on 5 and 5 streaming app in the UK. This Week, Roo keeps a positive attitude, Cash pops the question, Harper is unhappy with Dana and Sonny and the witnesses are ambushed on their way to court. SISTER PODCAST: COASTAL NEWS INVESTIGATES (on l…

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224 - 8 Myths About Feelings That Can Sabotage Your Emotional Intelligence 24:29

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What if everything you’ve been told about emotions is wrong? Emotional intelligence is important but there's a lot of misinformation about emotions that are holding people back. On this episode, I’m exposing eight common myths about emotions that keep us stuck and make it hard to grow mentally stronger. From the idea that venting your feelings help…

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Episode 53 - Do Bees Even Have Knees? 1:02:29

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Send us a text Bees! Bringers of life and pollination. Fuzzy cousin of the hateful-sting-bastard and all-round busy little Apis! But do they actually possess the idiomatic knees that are so often bandied about to convey brilliance? Are these “bee’s knees” a real anatomical feature, or just another bizarre phrase humans have cooked up during a sugar…

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223 — How to Get the Deep Rest You Need for a Stronger, Clearer Mind with Dr. Therese Huston 52:07

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Do you think of rest as a luxury instead of a necessity? Or maybe you can’t seem to rest even when you try? This week, I’m joined by Dr. Therese Huston, a cognitive scientist and psychologist who specializes in brain health. Dr. Huston breaks down why rest is crucial for building mental strength and shares actionable techniques to give your brain t…

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First Look: Episode 8482 - 8486 20:22

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First Look at the week ahead. Si and Sophie read through the episode synopsis of up coming episodes. Expect an opinion or two. Donate/Tip: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/coastalnewspod X/Instagram/BlueSky: @coastalnewspod Email:[email protected] Join our online discussion as episodes air #HomeandAwayUK…

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Special Maz Hamper 1:09:22

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Si and Sophie present Coastal News:A Home and Away Podcast. Your episode companion podcast for Home and Away on 5 and 5 streaming app in the UK. This Week, Eliza is sent for help, Lacy is transferred to a safe house, Dana and Sonny have a lock down date and the River Boys stop watching Cash. Listen to Si on Pop Goes The Tam Tam Podcast talking abou…

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222 — 5 Areas of Your Life to Declutter So You Feel Less Overwhelmed and More in Control 21:39

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What if decluttering your life could make room for more energy, joy, and freedom? Have you ever felt weighed down by the physical, emotional, or mental clutter in your life? This week, I’m breaking down five key areas where decluttering can make life simpler and more meaningful. From tidying up your spaces to reassessing relationships, we’re coveri…

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Socks: On or Off? Episode 23 - Ex Unicycle or Hate Filled Pogo Stick? AKA Doubling up on the Cuck 27:21

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Send us a text ITS UNPRECEDENTED!! 1 Episode - 2 QUESTIONS! Yes, you read that right. This week our friend.... well, colleague.... this guy from work, Tom AKA T-Willy, has joined us to answer not one but two questions! Will he pick the Mega Ex over Hatred filled strangers? Will he pick Unicycle over Pogostick? Either way, recording live from his in…

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221 — Feeling Stuck? How Sharing Your Struggles Can Set You Free with Carnie Wilson 39:53

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Our struggles often feel isolating. But talking about them, even when it's uncomfortable, can be the key to growth and healing. Today's guest, Carnie Wilson, co-founder of the world famous musical group Wilson Phillips, understands the importance of vulnerability. From navigating fame and a multigenerational legacy in music (including her legendary…

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First Look: Episodes 8477 - 8481 18:26

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First Look at the week ahead. Si and Sophie read through the episode synopsis of up coming episodes. Expect an opinion or two. Donate/Tip: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/coastalnewspod X/Instagram/BlueSky: @coastalnewspod Email:[email protected] Join our online discussion as episodes air #HomeandAwayUK…

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The Going Rate 1:34:40

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Si and Sophie present Coastal News:A Home and Away Podcast. Your episode companion podcast for Home and Away on 5 and 5 streaming app in the UK. This Week, Lacey talks to the police about Gage, Tane feels sidelined as Archie comes home, Roo starts to see clearly where Eliza is concerned and Mac's hopes come crashing down. Listen to Si on Pop Goes T…

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220 — 3 Nightly Questions to Ask Yourself to Build Emotional Intelligence, Boost Mental Strength, and Quiet Your Brain Before You Go to Sleep 17:57

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Does your mind race at night? Maybe you replay everything that went wrong during the day? Or maybe you lie awake worrying about tomorrow?You’re not alone. Asking yourself three simple questions every night can calm those thoughts, boost your emotional intelligence, and help you sleep better. These questions only take a couple of minutes to answer, …

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Socks: On or Off? Episode 22 - To Brow or not Two Brows? 27:22

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Send us a text Eyebrows, what the fuck are they all about then? I mean what do they even really do? Well, whatever the answer may be, without them you, I, and everyone else, would look bloody weird! Then again, no one wants to be walking about with a giant caterpillar on their forehead right? Well, International man of comedy Michael Frankland has …

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219 — Stop Hating Yourself: A Step-by-Step Guide to Reclaiming Your Worth with Dr. Blaise Aguirre 46:04

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Do you feel like your inner critic is trying to make you hate yourself? That deep-rooted feeling that you’re not good enough can quietly shape your life, but it doesn’t have to stay that way. I’m joined by Dr. Blaise Aguirre, professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School and one of the top experts on self-hatred and borderline personality disor…

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First Look: Episodes 8472 - 8476 21:53

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First Look at the week ahead. Si and Sophie read through the episode synopsis of up coming episodes. Expect an opinion or two. Donate/Tip: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/coastalnewspod X/Instagram/BlueSky: @coastalnewspod Email:[email protected] Join our online discussion as episodes air #HomeandAwayUK…

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Tempo Overload 1:51:58

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Si and Sophie present Coastal News:A Home and Away Podcast. Your episode companion podcast for Home and Away on 5 and 5 streaming app in the UK. This Week, Archie is born and Tane finds himself left out, Kirby is fired after lying to a journalist, Theo receives a crushing blow and Cash and Eden are pre-engaged. Donate/Tip: https://www.buymeacoffee.…

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218 — 3 Steps to Building Boundaries That Stick So You Can Reclaim Your Time and Energy 18:05

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Do you struggle to set boundaries that stick? You're not alone. Boundaries protect your time, energy, and mental well-being, yet many of us feel guilty or back down when faced with pushback. Fortunately, boundary setting is a skill, and just like any skill, you can get better with practice. This episode is all about helping you create boundaries yo…

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Socks: On or Off? Episode 21 - Choose your knocker wisely! 28:14

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Send us a text Knockers are great aren't they? Unfortunately, Ross has never seen Labyrinth, so is unaware of just how contradictory they can be! Sunjai Arif however understands all to well, and that's why this week's question is perfect for him. So which door will you choose, and which knocker will you be? Will you be the bringer of truth or the l…

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217 — The Science of Validation: The Secret Ingredient Your Relationships Need with Dr. Caroline Fleck 50:30

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Do you feel heard when you talk to people? Have you struggled to connect deeply with others in challenging moments? Validation could help you build trust, strengthen your relationships, and prevent miscommunications. But validation is often misunderstood. You don't have to agree with someone to validate them. No one knows this better than Dr. Carol…

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First Look: Episodes 8467 - 8471 16:21

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First Look at the week ahead. Si and Sophie read through the episode synopsis of up coming episodes. Expect an opinion or two. Donate/Tip: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/coastalnewspod X/Instagram/BlueSky: @coastalnewspod Email:[email protected] Join our online discussion as episodes air #HomeandAwayUK…

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☢️Toxic☢️ 2:12:06

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Si and Sophie present Coastal News:A Home and Away Podcast. Your episode companion podcast for Home and Away on 5 and 5 streaming app in the UK. This Week, Harper is defiant in her parental duties, Mali drops the L bomb, Theo is caught in the act and Eliza doesn't help during childbirth. Vote Home and Away in The National Television Awards: https:/…

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216 — 7 Ways to Heal Trauma Without Going to Therapy 20:08

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Research shows 70% of us will experience trauma at least once in our lives, but many won’t seek therapy to work through it. Whether it’s because therapy doesn’t feel right for you, it’s not accessible, or you want to supplement it with additional strategies, there are many ways to recover from a traumatic experience. From drum circles to spending t…

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Episode 52 - What The F*** are the Two of us Doing? 55:24

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Send us a text Yikes! Self-indulgent bullshit alert! Like anyone cares about three, yes three, new games, or that one fact you throw in the middle Simon!? Yes, we're all very impressed with Ross' new theme tunes and his love of the Channel 84 crew, yadda, yadda, yadda. God, this episode is just two blokes self-fellating over their own podcast and t…

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215 — Are You Addicted to Revenge? Why We Crave It and How to Break the Cycle with James Kimmel 56:12

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Revenge sounds like a good idea sometimes. Whether you want to get back at an ex or you want to hurt a coworker who wronged you, there's a reason why you might fantasize about getting even. It has to do with the way your brain works. Today's guest, James Kimmel Jr., is a researcher at Yale School of Medicine and the author of The Science of Revenge…

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First Look: Episodes 8462 - 8466 17:16

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First Look at the week ahead. Si and Sophie read through the episode synopsis of up coming episodes. Expect an opinion or two. Donate/Tip: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/coastalnewspod X/Instagram/BlueSky: @coastalnewspod Email:[email protected] Join our online discussion as episodes air #HomeandAwayUK…

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Si and Sophie present Coastal News:A Home and Away Podcast. Your episode companion podcast for Home and Away on 5 and 5 streaming app in the UK. This Week, John is back in town, Eliza burns Teddy, Justin worries for Theo and Harper calls off the wedding. Vote Home and Away in The National Television Awards: https://www.nationaltvawards.com/vote Don…

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214 — Why Self-Care Isn't the Answer to Your Problems 17:41

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Self-care often gets hailed as the ultimate fix for stress, burnout, and every mental health issue. But self-care is frequently misunderstood. Sometimes, it can be like putting a Band-Aid on a deeper wound. So if self-care isn't the cure-all answer, what really helps for long-term change? That's what I'm talking about today. Some of the things I sh…

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Socks: On or Off? Episode 20 - Mate or Date? 21:52

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Send us a text Well, by now you all know the socks like to talk shit, but this time they really are "talking shit". Ross, Simon and guest Matt Roseblade are talking excrement, and lots of it. With a question of scatalogical proportions, the debate rages and eventually a decision must be made as to who's toilet will be getting blocked, your mate's o…