Recovering Idiots

Grief looks different for everyone—and in this episode, we explore just how wide that spectrum can be. Justin shares the deep loss of his mum, someone he loved dearly and had a beautiful, close relationship with. Kim opens up about losing her dad, a relationship that was complicated, painful, and shaped by abuse and distance.Together, we sit in the contrast of our experiences—love and loss, pain and relief, connection and conflict—and talk honestly about what it means to grieve when the relationships we’ve lost aren’t the same. This is a raw and real conversation about the many faces of grief, and how there’s no “right” way to feel when someone dies.

Episode 12This week on Recovering Idiots, we are joined by the amazing Becc from The Wellness Couch Co, and WOW… nobody warned us it was going to be this much of a ride.We dive headfirst into the wild world of perimenopause — from the “yep, that sounds normal” symptoms… to the “wait, THAT’S a symptom?!” moments that had us questioning everything.Think brain fog, mood swings, and then some truly unhinged surprises (honestly, the human body is doing the most).Becc helps us break down what’s actually happening in the body, how women can start supporting themselves before and during this transition, and ways to feel a little more in control when things feel… well… not.We also chat about the unsung heroes — partners — and what they can do to support without accidentally making things worse (good luck 😅).It’s real, it’s informative, it’s a little chaotic… and as always, we’re learning right alongside you.https://www.instagram.com/thewellnesscouchco?igsh=MWF4M3h6cGxjYTc1Yg==

Episode 11 Nice Guys, Nice Gals & The Boundary Struggle Are you emotionally available, wildly accommodating… and completely exhausted? Congratulations, you might be a certified people pleaser.In this episode, we unpack the unspoken rules of being the “nice one”—like saying yes when you mean no.We talk about the absolute panic of setting boundaries, the guilt hangover that follows, and the internal meltdown of “they’re going to hate me” just because you didn’t reply within 3 minutes.If you’ve ever smiled through something you hated, avoided conflict like it’s a full-time job, or said “it’s fine” when it was VERY MUCH NOT FINE… welcome. You’re our people.

Episode 10… double digits, baby! 🎉This week we dive headfirst into imposter syndrome—that sneaky little voice that tells you you’ve got no idea what you’re doing (even when you totally do).We chat about feeling like frauds, faking confidence, and why so many of us are just winging it behind the scenes.Spoiler: you’re not alone… and neither are we.

Episode 9 is here and things get properly nerdy.This week on Recovering Idiots, Justin and I head to a galaxy far, far away and talk all things Star Wars. We ask the important questions… like which droid would we actually want as our robot companion (because obviously that’s a life decision), and we may or may not rant a little about what Disney did to the franchise.We dive into the original trilogy, the prequels, the sequels — what we loved, what drove us slightly mad, and why we’re still such massive Star Wars nerds.To top it off, we finish with a Star Wars trivia quiz… which proves that being a nerd doesn’t necessarily mean we actually remember the answers.Lightsabers, questionable opinions, and two recovering idiots trying to use the Force. What could possibly go wrong?

Episode 8 is here and wowee… we can’t quite believe it!This week on Recovering Idiots, we’re joined by someone very special to us , the incredible Liz Grant.Liz was instrumental when we first started our businesses. She backed us, challenged us, believed in us (sometimes more than we believed in ourselves), and brought that signature out-of-the-box thinking we absolutely love her for.In this episode we dive into burnout, what it can look like, how sneaky it can be, and why so many of us push through it instead of listening to the warning signs. We also talk about gratitude (not the fluffy kind! The grounding, perspective-shifting kind)… and yes, somehow we end up talking about ponies too 🐴We’re so grateful for Liz — and we think you’ll see why.Go give Episode 8 a listen. And as always, thanks for being part of this wild, healing, slightly chaotic ride with us.— The Recovering Idiots 🎙️

Recovering Idiots – Episode 7 Men's GroupThis episode, we sit down with Paul Buchanan — a local legend who saw a gap and decided to do something about it.Paul created a men’s group right here in our community, offering a space where men can talk openly about life’s challenges, mental health, pressure, identity, and everything in between. No fixing. No pretending. Just real conversations.Paul’s men’s group is held at the Port Fairy Community House every 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7pm.Because maybe “recovering idiots” is just another way of saying… we’re learning how to talk.https://mensgroup.melbourne/https://youtu.be/S4VgzOieyJM?si=gmcSoBLnHmu32iPq

This week on Recovering Idiots, we’re joined by Sherri from Wool Grow Australia. Sherri shares the real story behind building a start-up — the pressure, the self-doubt, and the mental load that often goes unseen. We talk openly about the challenges she’s faced and the strategies she’s used to support her own mental health while growing a business. A raw, thoughtful conversation about resilience, balance, and keeping yourself intact while chasing big ideas.

An ordinary day turns life-altering when Justin suffers a sudden stroke. He shares the raw details of that moment, the hospital rush, and the uncertain road ahead. But the real story is his fierce determination: rehab, setbacks, and hard-won victories, he rebuilt his life with grit and unbreakable resolve. A powerful reminder that recovery is as much about mindset as it is about medicine—proving true genius lies in the will to come back stronger.

TRIGGER WARNING: Contains details about Infant death, suicide and suicide ideation.In our 4th episode of Recovering Idiots, Kim shares her very personal and difficult story for the first time publicly: the night her 8-month-old nephew was killed by a drunk driver, the shattering grief that followed, and how it led her into a very dark place with suicidal thoughts. It's raw, honest, and real. If you're here for the laughs this week, this one might hit different. But if you're walking through loss, addiction, recovery, or just need to hear someone say "I've been there too," we hope Kim's story offers some comfort or connection.Thanks for listening, and take care of yourselves out there. ❤️If you need support, please reach out (in Australia) to: Lifeline 13 11 14Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636

New Year, new goals! In Episode 3, we spill our 2026 ambitions — the big wins, the small habits, and what we're ditching from 2025. Plus, a totally weird dinosaur fact to blow your mind

Recovering IdiotsIn episode two we roast the absolute dumpster fire that was2025. A year so kind to our mental health at less it felt aggressively ordinary.Burnout? CheckExistential dread on a budget?  Double checkThe low lights were plentiful and predictable but hey atleast we had two actual highlights worth mentioning, our separate New Zealand holidays because nothing says self-care like pretending fiords and mountains can fix everything.The real plot twist finding lost long family. Pure unexpected chaos in the best way we unpack the mess,celebrate the rare wins and sarcastically toast to whatever 2026 decides to throw at us.Join our non-therapy session with snacks.

Two people pretending to have life figured out, chatting about all the everyday nonsense we deal with. Bills, vibes and bad decisions- check. Plus, a ridiculously wholesome story from the gardens that might just restore your faith in humanity. Or at least make you go “aww” involuntarily!