Finding Space

This week, we are joined by Kristie Baird, Kristie is the Director of Drip IV, founded in 2018 Drip IV was the first company to offer Vitamin IV therapy as a mobile service in Australia. Drip IV has a mission to make health accessible for everyone by offering services in the comfort of their own homes. After suffering from chronic fatigue for more than a decade, Katie while spending some time in LA saw no harm in trying vitamin IV therapy. It was soon she felt the benefits, she realised the potential for a similar service Down Under and got to work streamlining it. Kristie set up the business in most Australian states within 6 months. After four years, the company expanded its locations all over Australia and New Zealand. Currently, it focuses on spreading the business in the US, Bali, and the UK. Vitamin IV is a relatively new concept in Australia and New Zealand. In today's epsiode, we cover: -How Drip IV started -What Happens in a Clinic -The Importance of Word of Mouth -Wellness Routines -Being a Woman in Business Key Moments: 0.00 - Introduction 2:40 - How Drip IV got Started 8:40 - A Background n Kristie 11:10 - What Happens in a Clinic? 14:20 - The Importance of Word of Mouth in the Wellness Industry 19:20 - Creating a Wellness Routine Amongst a Busy Schedule 21:24 - Winning Young Entrepreneur of the Year 23:45 - Being a Woman in Business Find Out More: Instagram: @dripivaus Website: https://www.dripiv.com.au/

In this week's epsiode we are joined by, CrossFit Champion Tia-Clair Toomey-Orr six-time 'Fittest Woman on Earth', after competing at the Crossfit Games for 8 years, Tia is the most dominant Crossfit athlete of all time, winning 6x consecutive games and titles. In this episode, we dive straight into Tia's life and experience in navigating the world of CrossFit, not only in the past but also now as she moves into a new chapter of motherhood. MINDSET is a big focus, and this shows through in the way we hear Tia talk about her approach to the competition and life in general.  This episode covers a range of topics but they all seem to flow back to one thing... MINDSET. Navigating Pregnancy and her Career The Importance of Recovery The Art of Executing Under Pressure The Importance of Mindset Key Moments: 0:00 - Introducing Tia 2:00 - Life Updates, Living in the US, Commitments, and Opportunities.  14:00 - Getting Pregnant, Ignited the Passion, and Navigating a New Experience 18:00 - Staying Present, Realigning Priorities 23:00 - Integrating Back into Life after having a Baby 26:45 - Setting a Goal 30:35 - Complete Rest and the Importance of Recovery 41:30 - Tia's Out for Blood on the Competition Floor 47:35 - The Importance of Mindset & Feeding the Mind 51:04 - Working with your Life Partner More from Tia: Instagram: @tiaclair1 YouTube: @tia-clairtoomeyshaneorr5705 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSaWOJZ1kyZ54B5njsbOAsw Tia's FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/255283792190306/ Tia's Autobiography:  https://book.tiaclair.com/

In this episode, we chatted with Nicole Bijlsma an absolute expert in her field, where we talked about the environmental challenges that come with living in a modern world, from EMFs, to mould, and the ways in which we can make decisions to help support us in creating a healthier home environment for not only ourselves but our families.  Nicole Bijlsma, a former naturopath and acupuncturist with 15 years of clinical experience changed her career pathway to become a building biologist. Nicole single-handedly established the building biology industry in Australia and is now the founder and principal of the Australian College of Environmental Studies (ACES). Nicole is a leading voice in building awareness of the unseen troubles that may be within our homes.  She is the author of the book 'Healthy Home, Healthy Family' and is currently completing her Ph.D. investigating the effects of environmental exposures on human health and what doctors can do about it.  In this episode, we talk about: Air Filtration/Purification Things to look out for when buying a home Environmental Exposures Wi-Fi & 5G Mould  Key Moments: 2:50 - Gas or Induction Stoves 6:40 - Air Purification 12:00 - Things to look for when buying a home 15:00 - Environmental Exposure Standards 20:00 - The Effects of Pesticides 22:30 - Bacteria in the Home 28:35 - Exposure to Wi-Fi 34:05 - 5G 37:30 - Solar Energy 40:00 - Do Your Research and Make Informed Decisions 42:45 - Mould  48:16 - Become Informed.  To find out more: Website: https://www.buildingbiology.com.au/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nicolebijlsma1/?fref=ts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/colbijlsma/ Nicole's Book: 'Healthy Home, Healthy Family'

Today we are joined by the two brains behind Girls Get Off, Viv and Jo. Girls Get Off is a female sex toy brand, aimed at normalising female pleasure. GIRLS GET OFF are on a mission to empower women in all things pleasurable, removing the stigma or taboo that comes with talking about, and making the most of, getting off. We're all about riding that O Train and helping other women to do it too, minus the seedy sex shops that seem to be designed with only men's pleasure in mind. We believe the shame needs to be taken out of female masturbation and that there’s no greater awakening than getting to know yourself inside and out because getting off is one of life’s greatest joys. In this episode we talk about: Normalising female pleasure, What's involved in developing sex toys, Creating a brand that listens to its customers' wants and needs, and how to get started with sex toys, if this is all very new to you.  Key Moments: 1:15 - The Story Behind the Brand  6:20 - Bringing Lightness and Humor to a Taboo Topic 8:20 - 'Girls Get Off', The Products, The Business, and The Message 27:50 - Some Tips on How To Get Started.  And to start you on your journey towards more pleasure the team at Girls Get Off has given us a discount code, use the code: FINDINGSPACE20 for 20% off the entire collection.  Find out more: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/girlsgetoff/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/girlsgetoffuncensored/ Website: https://girlsgetoff.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@girlsgetoff

Jandamarra Cadd – a Yorta Yorta and Dja Dja Warung descendent, an aboriginal spokesperson, and an artist. An inspirational man with many stories to tell. Jandamarra speaks in beautiful metaphor, and poetry with wisdom shining so brightly, not just through his spoken word, but also through the spaces and pauses between them.  Today, we invite you to listen to what lies behind the words, it is a beauty and a story of great depth. In this episode, Alex and Jandamarra take us on a journey, rooted deep in Indigenous Australian culture. Acknowledgment of Country - What it means and the importance that lies within Connecting with Country - Ways that we can deepen our own connections to the land we live on  Trauma within Aboriginal People - Jandamarra's personal experience in navigating this Deep Listening  Part 1 of this episode begins with a conversation about Natural Birthing and Presence. Part 2 is to be released soon.  Key Moments: 0:00 - Introduction 5:00 - Fragmented Experiences in Modern Culture 11:00 - The Beauty of Woman, Disconnection from the Body and the Natural Process of Birth 14:00 - Intimate Relationships with The Moment (Presence) 15:00 - Traditional Custodians/Acknowledgment of Country  23:30 - The Idea of Separation 28:28 - Understanding Natural Lore 40:00 - Deep Listening  46:00 - Connection to Land More about Jandamarra:  Painting has been a way of life that has enabled Jandamarra to express his creativity and storytelling and in many of his paintings of the human condition, he seeks to be a peaceful voice for unity.   Jandamarra uses a variety of styles and mediums; with his unique blend of traditional aboriginal art techniques along with his own signature contemporary portraiture. With his vibrant and expressive portraitures, Jandamarra’s artwork is emotive and insightful –  and is a powerful medium to bridge the storytelling divide between Aboriginal and mainstream Australia. https://jandamarrasart.com/ Instagram: @jandamarrasart Facebook: @Jandamarra's Art

In this episode of Finding Space, Alex speaks with Branden Barber CEO of Rainforest Rescue, they are also joined by Kristin Canning the Partnerships Director at Rainforest Rescue.  Rainforest Rescue is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to the protection and restoration of rainforests and in particular the Daintree Rainforest in Queensland, Australia. They do this by purchasing properties of high conservation value rainforests and protecting their biodiversity. We also restore rainforests through planting, maintenance, and weed removal.  In today's episode we cover a few things:  Branden's Journey through working with multiple organisations based on protecting our global environments Climate Impacts/Change Goals and Incentives for restoring land  Carbon Offsets The Daintree Rainforest Key Moments: How it all began (3:55) Working at GreenPeace (9:30) Carbon Movement (12:30) Biodiversity Credits (16:50) Carbon Offsets (19:50) Protecting the Daintree Rainforest (25:40) Restoring Traditional Owners (37:10) Creating a Biodiverse Rainforest (40:00) A reminder to have HOPE (50:55) To find out more from the team at Rainforest Rescue using the below: Website: https://www.rainforestrescue.org.au/ Instagram: @rainforestrescueau Facebook: @RainforestRescueAu YouTube: @rainforestrescueau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rainforestrescueau/ Book Reference: The Ministry For The Future - Kim Stanley Robinson 

In today's episode, Alex speaks with Alexx Stuart, international best-selling author, and TEDx Speaker.  Alexx founded the online community and education hub Low Tox Life in 2010 and is responsible for birthing the low tox movement with the phrase low tox that has resonated with people around the world for its "Progress not perfection" approach and focus on our overlaps over our differences. Her international bestselling book 'Low Tox Life' and podcast by the same name have supported millions in achieving their personal, home, and planet health goals. In this episode, we talk about MOULD.  how to diagnose a mould issue finding mould in the house removing mould how to avoid mould detoxing the body from mould testing the home and body for mould Key Moments: Where to start? (7:30) Exposure to Mould/Mycotoxins (8:23) Working with Excess Indoor Air Humidity (13:23) Mould is the new Asbestos (20:40) Resources to get tested (22:30) What to keep an eye out for (25:55) Mould Protocols (34:45) A reminder not to panic when you find mould (43:00) Find out more from Alexx and the team at Low Tox Life below... Website: https://www.lowtoxlife.com/ Instagram: @lowtoxlife Facebook: @lowtoxlife Alexx's Mould Resources here Low Tox Life by Alexx Stuart Low Tox Life Food by Alexx Stuart Discount for dehumidifiers and air purifiers from AUSCLIMATE.com.au is LOWTOXLIFE for 10% off. 

In today's epsiode, Alex sits down with Tully O'Connor, a leader in the space of supporting men through the challenges of modern life.  Tully is a committed father and husband with a deep passion for supporting people to create fulfilling relationships with themselves, their families, and their creative potential. Through his transformational coaching programs and events, Tully supports men to cultivate more confidence, depth, and fulfillment in every area of their lives. A primary focus of his work with men is on expanding the four pillars of vitality, relationships, fatherhood, and service-driven leadership. In this conversation, we unpack: the challenges men face in today's age moving through adulthood and fatherhood traditional relationship roles tools men can apply in challenging situations the willingness to ask for help rites of passage through a man's life the importance of speaking up when experiencing life's challenges.  Key Moments: Transitioning to Fatherhood (3:12) Common Ways of Coping (7:00) Relationships & Birth (11:00) Growth Mindset VS Fixed Mindset (16:30) Getting Support (19:00) Awareness/Acknowledgement of Thoughts & Challenges (27:00) What Is Being Asked Of Men Today? (33:00) Triggers & Reflections (42:23) Tools To Regulate (45:55) Rites Of Passage (55:00) Find out more from Tully below... Website: https://www.tullyoconnor.com/ Instagram: @tullyoconnor & @thriving.in.fatherhood  Podcast: 'Thriving In Fatherhood' available on Spotify & Apple Podcasts Resources Tully mentions: John Demartini Rites Of Passage Institue Joseph Campbell's - The Hero's Journey

Alex is joined by Mason Taylor, who is the CEO & Founder of SuperFeast - Australia's leading supplier of Di Dao Tonic Herbs and Medicinal Mushrooms. Mason is a thought leader, professional speaker, and tonic herbalist who inspires and teaches people to once again become enchanted with their bodies, life, and health. He shows by way of example how they can take responsibility for dramatically increasing their state of health for the long term. Providing some of the world’s most multidimensional talks, training, coaching programs, and health products (via superfeast.com.au) to support people on their journey of embodying self and living an enchanted life.  He embodies the turning of the tide for health. It is primarily a shift from the external pursuit of health towards the realisation of the individual journey to unlock what is already within. Resources to learn more: Follow Superfeast on Instagram: @superfeast Website: https://www.superfeast.com.au/ Mason's Recommendations: - Publications by John Blofled - 'The Ancient Wisdom of the Chinese Tonic Herbs' Written by Ron Teeguarden - https://www.dragonherbs.com/ - Daniel Reid - https://www.danreid.org/

Tyler Tolman is a fasting and detoxification expert, world-renowned speaker, entrepreneur, media personality, event facilitator, truth-teller, and one of the world’s leading authorities on natural health and longevity. Tyler has dedicated his life to giving to others. His mission is to build a new health system to replace the broken one that exists and to continually impact the lives of millions globally. Through empowering people to become their own physicians. Teaching the true art of healing which modern science confirms the practices of our ancient ancestors. In today's episode, we discuss: the benefits of fasting, the process of fasting, how we can support our bodies for longer happier lives, plus so much more. Website: www.tylertolman.com www.tolmanhealth.com Instagram: @tylertolmantt & @tolmanhealth

Caroline Alan is the Co-Founder & CEO of BEAM Minerals, which provides liquid humic and fulvic mineral supplements.  Coming from a career in the corporate world, Caroline found herself struggling physically, mentally, and energetically. During her journey back to health, Caroline encountered plant-based minerals and their incredible ability to support a return to natural balance in the body. As a result, she has become devoted to educating people about the benefits of mineral replenishment and the specific efficacy of plant-based humic and fulvic substances.    Caroline's research into why minerals are important in human physiology and how they work in the body has taken her deep into microbiology, molecular biology, cellular biology, agricultural soil science, and the study of plant decomposition. ·  In today's episode with delve into: the importance of minerals, how they operate in the body at a cellular level, how the body replenishes minerals via absorption and assimilation, plus so much more.      Click here to find out more about Humic and Fulvic Minerals. Website: https://www.beamminerals.com | Use code: FoundSpace for 20% off at checkout. ·      Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beamminerals/ ·      Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beamminerals/ ·      Caroline’s LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/caroline-alan-692792/ 

Dr. Mark Harper is a consultant anesthetist, Ph.D., and published author of "Chill: The Cold Water Swim Cure—A Transformative Guide to Renew Your Body and Mind". Mark has specialised his career on the effects of cold on the body through his work at the University Hospitals of Sussex and Brighton in the UK and his study of cold water swimming in Norway.  In this episode we talk about:  cold shock proteins, the effects of cold water swimming on inflammatory markers, treating depression & anxiety with cold water swimming, simple tips to experiencing the benefits of cold water therapy,  the holistic health approach, a reminder to have fun both in and out of the water.  Find out more from Mark: @thewildswimdoctor  Website: https://chilluk.org/  PURCHASE MARK'S BOOK HERE

Michaela Sparrow is a Qualified Naturopath, Clinical Nutritionist, and Certified Anti-Ageing Practitioner whose passion lies in helping others heal and optimise their overall physiology to live longer and healthier lives.  In this episode, we talk about: longevity, what it means, and how we can live longer and healthier, the fundamentals of health, the importance of meeting our body's needs before we can even think about stepping into the world of longevity.  Instagram: @thelongevityremedy  Website: https://www.thelongevityremedy.com/ 

Alex is joined by Anaita Sarkar, Co-Founder of Hero Packaging. An Australian Compostable Packaging Company which creates mailers to send products across the world, which when composted correctly break down and can be used as fertilizer in the garden.  In this episode we:  explore the makeup of a compostable bag,  unpack some of the not-so-ethical advertisements for biodegradable packaging,  talk about some new products Hero Packaging has created,  And we also dive into what Anaita’s life looks like, running a fast-paced, fast-growing business in 2022, making time for her family, and balancing her overall health and wellness in such a busy schedule.  Instagram: @hero.packaging Website: https://heropackaging.com.au/

If you're like most people, you probably think of saunas as a luxurious way to relax after a long day. But did you know that sauna therapy can also offer many health benefits? Sauna therapy has multiple positive effects on your physical health — and an infrared sauna can help optimise those effects.  In this episode, Alex Tyson discusses: the benefits of an infrared sauna, especially on cardiovascular health, how Alex involved himself in the sauna industry and why he chose to take over their family business at a young age, he offers advice on how to use infrared saunas and how to pick the best ones.  If you're looking to optimise your health and boost the effectiveness of your workouts, this episode is for you!  *This episode was originally released on Lisa Tamati's Podcast - Pushing The Limits Instagram: @lisatamati Website: https://www.lisatamati.com/ Finland Study on Sauna Use

Aurora is a certified Holistic Health and Wellness Coach based in Perth, Australia.  She is a productive mum and still manages to fit in being a mum, running a gym, and running her own online business, with being a bit of a biohacker too. She placed first in the INBA Natural Body Building Competition in 2015, and now focuses her efforts on providing a holistic approach to helping people improve their health.  In today's episode we spoke about: the importance of language, and how we speak to ourselves, some tips on balancing the busyness of life with staying on top of your health, the use of IV Vitamin Infusions, Breathwork, and Ice Baths to level up our overall health and wellness and much more.  Find out more from Aurora here:  Instagram: @holistichealthnut  Website: http://www.holistichealthnut.com.au/ 

Tracey Fry and Jo Ling are sisters, mums, and wives on a mission to educate families on the harmful toxins that sit within our foods and our home environments.  At their business Additive-Free Lifestyle, they run online workshops, create recipe books, and deliver health courses to help educate on what things we should be avoiding, healthy alternatives, and cleaner ways to eat and live.  Find out more from Tracey & Jo:  Instagram:@additivefreelifestyle  Website: https://additivefreelifestyle.com/ 

Bruce Jones is the New Zealand General Manager for Found—Space one of Bruce's roles is implementing leadership throughout the Found—Space team across Australia and New Zealand.  In this conversation, we explore: the behaviours of a leader, what true leadership is, we discuss a feedback process to help with providing healthy feedback to others in the workplace or at home.  A powerful conversation on how to step into more leadership in your life. 

Andy Miller is one of the 4 co-founders of the Australian Beer Company - Heaps Normal. In this episode, we talk about beer.  the processes that go into making non-alcoholic beer whilst still using the same four ingredients you find in regular beer,  how 'Heaps Normal' as a company began, we explore the true reasons we drink and how to showcase that in a positive light,  the future of 'Heaps Normal' and the Australian beer industry. Plus we just get into some really fun and interesting conversations about the general landscape of alcoholism, the drinking culture in Australia, and what that can be analogous to in other areas of our life.  Find out more here: https://heapsnormal.com/  Follow on Instagram: @heapsnormal 

Chantelle Otten is a Melbourne-based Psycho-Sexologist, who is passionate about empowering people to feel great about their sexual health, self-esteem, communication, and education. She is a certified psycho-sexologist from the European Society of Sexual Medicine and has a Master's of Science Medicine, Sexual Health, and Psychosexual Therapy at the University of Sydney.  In today's episode, we talk about: some of the challenges coming up in the collective consciousness around sexuality right now, how to create a healthy ritual around sexual well-being, the importance of sexual well-being.  In general, we talk about a better way to talk and communicate about sex, how to dive deeper into your intimacy, spicing up your sex life, and much, much more.  Find out more from Chantelle here:  Website: https://chantelleotten.com/  Instagram: @chantelle_otten_sexologist  Chantelle's Book - The Sex Ed You Never Had: A fun, empowering, and shame-free guide to sex and your body.