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Now before 2014, today’s guest, Dr Lucy Hone, was a resilience psychologist studying how people cope with stress, uncertainty and change. She was immersed in the science of flourishing, working with schools, organisations and emergency response teams – and basically, helping others navigate unwanted disruption.  And then, on a bright morning in May 2014, her twelve-year-old daughter Abi was killed in a road accident. As a mother of an almost 12 year old daughter (and a 13 year old daughter), this feels excruciatingly heartbreaking to me. How do you actually get over something so unimaginably tragic? I honestly can’t imagine I ever could.   In an instant, everything Lucy understood about resilience stopped being theoretical. She needed to find a way to live with what she describes as “the difference between where your life is, and where you thought it would be.”  That experience reshaped her life - and her work.  Today, Lucy is an internationally recognised resilience expert, bestselling author and the voice behind one of the most watched TED Talks of recent years, Three Secrets of Resilient People. Her new book 'How Will I Ever Get Through This?' has just been published.  Lucy's message remains grounded and human: tough times are affected times are part of life - and with the right tools, we can all find our way through. Yes, we really can.   In this episode, we talk about the myths of grief - including why the five stages don’t tell the whole story. We unpack why grief can be so physically exhausting. We explore intrusive rumination, post-traumatic growth, and bravery that looks like simply getting up and showing up again the next day.   This is a conversation about loss. But it’s also a conversation about love, meaning and choosing life, even when it feels unbearable.  We talk about:  Why most people are more resilient than they think The concept of oscillation - how you can live and grieve at the same time The difference between toxic positivity and pragmatic hope Post-traumatic growth (and why 60% of people experience it) The quiet bravery of getting up again tomorrow Thank you for listening ❤️   But before you leave...        🗣️ Get in touch  What did you think? We are a brand new podcast and would love to hear from you as we build this together. Join our friendly marie claire community and share your thoughts (link DM us on Instagram)  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on You’re Gonna Want to Hear This, marie claire editor Georgie McCourt sits down with Australia’s iconic Governor-General, Sam Mostyn, for a deeply personal conversation about power, purpose and the formula for a happy life.   When the Prime Minister called to ask whether she would accept the role, Mostyn had just 24 hours to decide - and couldn’t tell anyone. It was her daughter who cut through the noise with one simple question: Will it make you happy? In this episode, Sam opens up about:  Why so many women assume they won’t get the job - even when they’re more than qualified  The difference between determination and confidence  The early days of her legal career in Melbourne - including being told she couldn’t wear trousers to court  The equal pay arguments that shaped her leadership style  How to have difficult conversations without anger  Why “yes, and” can change the way you lead  The misogyny that still follows women in public life  Why care, kindness and listening are not soft skills - but strengths  And what happiness actually means when you’re holding one of the highest offices in the land  From corporate boardrooms to national tragedy, from equal pay battles to representing Australia overseas, Mostyn reflects on what it takes to stay in the room and have hard conversations. This isn’t a political interview. It’s a conversation about service, resilience, partnership, ambition and the courage it takes to say yes before you feel ready.  Listen now wherever you get your podcasts. Read more at marieclaire.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In February 2014, Rosie Batty’s life changed “catastrophically and permanently” in a way most of us can barely comprehend. Her 11 year old son Luke was murdered by his father during what should have been a normal summer cricket practice. In the hours that followed, Rosie stood in front of cameras and, with extraordinary calm and clarity, gave voice to tens of thousands of victim survivors who had never been heard. In this powerful episode of You’re Going To Want To Hear This, Marie Claire editor Georgie McCourt sits down with Rosie more than a decade on. Together, they unpack the myths that still surround domestic and family violence, what coercive control really looks like, why “that moment after a woman might leave a violent relationship is often when she’s in the most danger", and how Rosie's own childhood loss shaped the way she navigated the unthinkable. Rosie explains why domestic violence “happens to everybody, no matter how nice your house is or how intelligent you are”, and why we must let go of the idea that it only happens to “other kinds of women” in “other kinds of homes”. She talks through the reality of engineered abuse over many years, the way shame is still placed on the victim rather than the perpetrator, and the lifelong impact of trauma and PTSD. This is not an easy listen, but it is an essential one – for anyone who has lived with fear, loved someone in danger, or wants to better understand the reality of family violence in Australia today.If this episode brings anything up for you, please know you are not alone. In Australia, you can contact 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732  a confidential 24‑hour support service for people impacted by domestic, family and sexual violence   Read more here:   Marie Claire See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week’s episode of Marie Claire’s You’re Gonna Want To Hear This, editor Georgie McCourt sits down with one of Australia’s most recognisable women - and hears her in a way we never have before. This is a show where fun and frankness is always in style.  Fresh from her milestone 50th birthday and as the cover star of Marie Claire’s January issue, Megan Gale reflects on a life lived largely in public - and the private decisions she has fiercely protected along the way. In a candid, deeply personal conversation, Megan opens up about what fame really feels like from the inside, the scrutiny and comparison that shaped her early self esteem, and why learning to care less about other people’s opinions has been one of the greatest gifts of ageing. She revisits the 18-year-old who arrived in Sydney with big dreams, the Italian chapter that changed everything, and the surreal experience of walking runways alongside Naomi Campbell - before turning to where she’s landed now: clearer, calmer and more grounded than ever. Then comes the revelation she has chosen to share exclusively with Marie Claire: Megan quietly married her partner Shaun Hampson in an intimate overseas ceremony - and kept it private for an entire year. In the episode, Megan shares the details behind the decision, including: Why she and Shaun chose to marry in Fiji at a place deeply meaningful to their family How they planned an intimate ceremony with just their children and mothers present The moment they told their families the night before the wedding Why keeping the day private mattered after decades in the public eye The joy of watching their children take part and why that made the ceremony feel complete Megan also reflects on love, long-term partnership, motherhood, boundaries, perimenopause and communication, and why marriage didn’t need to change what already worked. Warm, honest and powerful, this episode is a rare insight into the woman behind the icon. Thank you for listening ❤️   But before you leave...        🗣️ Get in touch  What did you think? We are a brand new podcast and would love to hear from you as we build this together. Join our friendly Marie Claire community and share your thoughts (link DM us on Instagram)   👀 See more  Marie Claire and Megan Gale Behind The Scenes With Our Megan Gale Shoot Watch Megan on You're Gonna Want To Hear This The Good News Stories of 2025 🙏 Our special thanks making You're Gonna Want To Hear This Megan Gale Pro Podcast and Lou Hoyle Learn More about the F5 Collective Our Marie Claire Team  See more visit us at Marie ClaireSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Content warning: This episode contains mature and confronting themes, including domestic and family violence, coercive control, and online abuse. Listener discretion is advised. Support links are listed below. We’re releasing this episode now because while the holidays are meant to be joyful, they are consistently one of the most dangerous times of year for domestic and family violence. These conversations matter most when they’re hardest to have which is why this isn't another polite panel on "women's issues". Today's episode is a forensic, unflinching examination of coercive control, the Amber Heard trial, Julian Assange, and the ways legal systems, media, and online culture are increasingly weaponised against women.In this episode of You’re Going to Want to Hear This, journalist Jess Hill and human rights lawyer Jennifer Robinson come together for what can only be described as a dark feminist legal thriller - grounded in evidence, lived experience, and hard truth.Jess and Jennifer dismantle the tired “he said/she lied” narrative, interrogate the misogyny unleashed during the Amber Heard trial, and expose how defamation law, PR machines, bots, and online abuse are used to silence survivors - both globally and here in Australia.The insights are confronting. “If we literally arrested every man engaging in domestic violence, we wouldn’t have the prison space - a criminal justice response is never going to be enough,” Jess says, as the conversation explores how coercive control laws, consent education, and culture collide.Jennifer explains why representing Julian Assange was less dangerous online than standing beside Amber Heard:“I didn’t face the same kind of online threats representing Julian as I did representing a woman who spoke out about her abuse.”The episode also goes deep on: The Julian Assange press freedom case The UK judgment that found Amber Heard a victim of domestic and sexual violence How defamation law and domestic violence now intersect in Australia to keep survivors quiet “Neither Johnny nor Amber will ever see what you wrote on social media,” Jennifer warns.“But the women in your life who’ve never spoken about their abuse will - and that’s who you’re really talking to.”This episode is for you if you’ve ever searched “what is coercive control?”, looked up violence against women statistics in Australia, or wondered why survivors are tried twice - once in court, and once online.Thank you for listening  Support:1800RESPECT (24/7)Lifeline Before you go… Get in touch: We’re a brand-new podcast and would love your feedback. Join the Marie Claire community and DM us on Instagram. See more: Jennifer Robinson, Woman of the Year 2024 Special thanks:F5 Collective Credits:Edited by Lou Hoyle, Pro PodcastEditorial support by Madi HodderProduced by Thomas CrnkovicSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week’s episode of You’re Gonna Want To Hear This, marie claire editor Georgie McCourt sits down with beauty entrepreneur, author and Trinny London founder Trinny Woodall for one of the most candid and compelling conversations of the season. At 60, Trinny says she feels “fucking amazing” - but getting here required reinvention, resilience and a willingness to dismantle everything she thought she needed. She opens up about selling her beloved Notting Hill home to fund Trinny London, parenting her daughter as a single mother, and the loneliness that shaped her as a young girl and still shadows her today. Trinny reflects on the myths and pressures around “ageing gracefully”, why she believes visibility matters more than ever for women, and the beauty rules that actually make a difference - including the skincare approach that changed her life after years of battling acne. Trinny and Georgie dive into: What ageing in her 60s really feels like Why she believes “ageing gracefully” is often code for becoming invisible The moment she realised she had to sell everything to build her business Navigating motherhood, grief and single parenting The skincare non-negotiables she wishes every woman knew Why failure taught her more than success ever could What she hopes every woman takes into her next decade This is Trinny at her most open, funny, unfiltered and deeply wise - a reminder that reinvention doesn’t have an expiry date, and confidence can be learned at any age. You’re Gonna Want To Hear This is supported by F5 Collective.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yesterday, the Federal Court dismissed Bruce Lehrmann’s appeal, upholding the ruling that found he had raped Brittany Higgins in 2019. Today, Brittany Higgins’ voice feels louder than ever. In this week’s episode of You’re Gonna Want To Hear This, Brittany sits down with editor Georgie McCourt for one of the most open and unguarded conversations she has ever had. She speaks about the trauma of being believed so rarely in a system built to doubt women, the female networks that held her together, the online abuse and deepfakes that threatened to break her, and the year in rural France that she says “saved [her] life.” Brittany talks frankly about fear, fury, grief, exile, healing and hope - and asks the question Australia keeps avoiding: What kind of country are we, if this is the best we can do for survivors? A powerful, essential episode on gendered violence, digital safety, rebuilding after trauma and the women who make a seat at the table for one another. You’re Gonna Want To Hear This is supported by F5 Collective.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An unlikely but perfect pairing, comedian Celeste Barber and supermodel Cindy Crawford sit down for a wildly entertaining, surprisingly raw conversation about reinvention, real bodies, and what confidence really looks like beyond the filters and the runway lights. Celebrating Marie Claire's 30th birthday in style at a unique parody cover shoot. From viral parody queen to beauty founder, and from original ’90s supermodel to ageless icon, they unpack how to stop chasing perfection and start owning the skin you’re in at any age. This is body positivity, comedy, and celebrity storytelling rolled into one binge-worthy episode.​ You’ll hear Celeste’s take on why “how I look, and my body, is the least interesting thing about me” and why she’s done with the beauty industry’s “bullshit” rules around women’s bodies. Cindy shares what it’s really like to age in the spotlight, why she believes “aging is a privilege,” and how “age maintenance” is about feeling strong and present in your life—not trying to look 20 forever. Together they swap backstage stories, mum moments, and the small daily rituals that keep them grounded when the world is watching. This is the ultimate self-acceptance conversation...with a sneak peak into Cindy Crawford's beautiful lounge room. Trust us 'You're Gonna Want To Hear This' Special thanks:  Celeste Barber Cindy Crawford See more from our 30th birthday shoot:  Behind The Scenes  Celeste being amazing  The amazing interview continues See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this eye-opening, juicy episode, Leslie Bibb candidly shares her experiences with “bad boyfriends” and the “big lessons” that shaped her personal growth. She dives deep into the imposter syndrome that “just won’t quit,”alongside Georgie McCourt revealing how she confronts self-doubt in both her personal and professional life. Leslie’s authenticity shines through as she reflects, “You have to learn to trust yourself, even when your mind tries to convince you otherwise. If you’re interested in topics like overcoming imposter syndrome, relationship lessons, personal empowerment, and mental wellness, this episode is tailor-made for you. Tune in to hear Leslie Bibb’s inspiring journey and gain valuable insights on resilience, self-trust, and navigating life’s challenges with grace. Don’t miss this conversation packed with raw honesty and big takeaways that resonate with anyone striving for growth and confidence. Trust us you’re gonna want to hear this! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What a combination and creative minds! Step inside Marie Claire’s exclusive space for another candid conversation where fun and frankness takes centre stage. Australian icons Asher Keddie and Liane Moriarty dissect art, ambition, and the reality of writing and acting “complex, layered characters.”, Liane reveals: “I am really interested in when people are different than what they appear—I’m fascinated by behaving in one way, but… behind the scenes, struggling with that.” Giving insight into her incredible writing.  From the set of Nine Perfect Strangers to the intimate details behind Offspring and Big Little Lies, these two trailblazers open up about creative collaboration, evolving ambition, and embracing the label “women’s fiction.” Liane ponders, “Should I, in fact, embrace women’s fiction because most of my readers are women, and I love doing these events, and it’s all women?” and what that means for women’s literature Hear how “stories are so ripe to be explored on the screen,” why both women “dig and dig and dig until I can’t anymore,” and how the tension between comedy and drama defines their enduring success. Whether you're a storyteller, a reader, or simply “curious,” trust us you’re  gonna to want to hear this.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Melissa Leong knows what it means to start over—and in this powerful episode of brand new podcast ‘You’re Gonna Want To Hear This’, she tells OzHarvest founder Ronni Kahn exactly how she found the guts to rip up her life and begin again. From “listening to your gut” to learning that “discomfort breeds growth,” Melissa shares candid stories of moving to rural Tasmania, fighting imposter syndrome, and facing her sense of self-worth head-on. Ronni and Melissa dive into what it really takes to reinvent yourself, discussing heartbreak, resilience, and the art of “being comfortable with being uncomfortable.” If you’ve ever wondered how to overcome fear and back yourself when life takes a sharp turn, this conversation will inspire you to “stand on your own, unadorned—and hold yourself.” With heartfelt reflections on agency, aging, vulnerability, and kindness, Melissa reminds us: “You do not have to correct the narrative that exists or justify it in any way. Just by existing and living in your truth, you’ll be okay—and in the long run, everything will work out.” And Ronni’s message is something everyone needs to hear: “Kindness is free, and every single person would benefit from it.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacinda Ardern (former New Zealand Prime minister and author of the gripping account 'A Different Kind Of Power') joins Marie Claire Editor Georgie McCourt for an intimate and inspiring conversation about leadership, empathy, and the challenge of balancing global responsibility with motherhood. A new power of kindness and authenticity, leading with empathy.  “I refuse to believe you cannot be both compassionate and strong,” Jacinda shares, echoing her hallmark approach to navigating tumultuous crises on the world stage. She recounts moments of self-doubt not as setbacks, but as signals to summon even greater courage in the service of others. “One of the criticisms I’ve faced over the years is that I’m not aggressive enough or assertive enough, or maybe somehow, because I’m empathetic, I’m weak. I totally rebel against that.” Jacinda opens up about her time in office, reflecting on self-doubt, courage, and why kindness is one of the most powerful qualities a leader can have. Together, they explore navigating crises, finding joy in the everyday, and raising the next generation with compassion and purpose. Trust us...You’re gonna wanna hear this!   SPECIAL THANKS  🙏  Jacinda Ardern  Marie Claire team   Pro Podcast Studios and Production  Our biggest thanks goes to YOU our new listener friends, for supporting us as we build this new podcast. 🫶   JOIN IN! 🗣️  @marieclaireau    Thank you for joining us on this new journey for Marie Claire, we really wanted you to hear this. Reach out with thoughts, reviews, or ideas. Who would you invite to your fantasy dinner party episode? Contact us on our social accounts, DM us, or email the Marie Claire podcast team to tell us who YOU want to hear from next...we promise to do our very best to get them for you!   Want more...?   Read and find out here:   👀 Jacinda is a true example of a leader and Australia should take note! 📚 Read - A Different Kind Of Power by Jacinda Ardern  InstagramSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Who’s on your celebrity fantasy dinner party list? Marie Claire have got access to the biggest celebrities and fascinating favourite people you love.  With unique pairings, the type of conversations where fun and frankness is always in style. Trust us…you’re gonna want to hear this! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.