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Welcome to Big Mum Energy – the podcast for real mums who are done with the fake highlight reels. This is where the honest conversations about motherhood, mental load, marriage, and the chaos of parenting actually happen.
We’re talking:
✔ The juggle of working mums.
✔ Parenting fails, sleep deprivation, and school drama
✔ Why marriage, friendships, and self-care feel impossible sometimes
✔ The funny, raw, and relatable truth about being a mum in today’s world
No filters. No judgment. Just wine-down chats, big laughs, and real-life stories from everyday women who’ve yelled, cried, laughed until they peed themselves… and then showed up to do it all again.
If you’ve ever felt alone in the chaos, this podcast is for you. Grab a coffee (or a wine), hit play, and let’s talk about the sh*t no one else will.
Perfect for:
- Mums looking for honest parenting podcasts
- Women juggling family, work, and life without the BS
- Anyone who loves funny, real-life mum stories
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This week on Big Mum Energy, Ali dives headfirst into the headlines and no, she’s not holding back.We’re reading the big conversations from Kidspot and beyond, including: Should kids under 16 even be on social media? (and why parents need to stop burying their heads in the sand)Why everyone seems deeply offended over literally everything right nowWhat does 67 actually mean (and should you panic if your kids are saying it)?Is Bluey secretly turning your kid into a little brat or are we just blaming a cartoon for bad parenting?And the big one that might just get Ali cancelled: her unfiltered thoughts on Donald Trump.It’s messy, it’s honest, and it’s exactly the convo you have in whispers with your girlfriends except louder, funnier, and with a wine in hand.Because the truth is, parenting today isn’t just about snacks and school drop-off… it’s about navigating the internet, the culture wars, and the fear of saying the “wrong” thing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It’s an Ask Ali Anything episode which basically means no topic is off-limits and the chaos levels are high.This week, we’re covering:Why “free your flaps” should be the new women’s health sloganThe time Ali farted at yoga (and why we need to stop being so bloody uptight about bodies) A few unfiltered words on Charlie Kirk 🚔 And yes… the full story of Ali’s actual arrest (spoiler: it’s as ridiculous as it sounds)Big Mum Energy is all about the real, raw and sometimes inappropriate side of life, and this episode is peak honesty mixed with laugh-so-hard-you-snort storytelling.So if you love oversharing, big opinions, and the kind of chat that makes you feel like you’re sitting at the kitchen bench with your loudest mate, you’ll love this one. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It’s Motivational Monday, babes and today we’re talking about one of the best-kept parenting hacks that actually works: teaching your kids how to breathe properly.Yep, turns out breathwork isn’t just for yoga mums in matching activewear. Whether it’s a full-blown meltdown over the wrong colour plate or pre-game nerves before footy, a little box breathing or belly breathing can work wonders.In this episode, Ali spills:The super simple way to explain breathwork so your kids don’t roll their eyesStep-by-step box breathing & belly breathing (no crystals required)Why breathing together can stop both of you from completely losing the plotHow these hacks help with everything from bedtime battles to homework hellBecause calmer kids = calmer mums. And if we can get through the witching hour without wanting to scream into a pillow, I’m calling that a win. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
t’s Friday Wine Down and Ali’s pouring a big one.This week’s win? Her mum (aka the ultimate MVP) swooping in to take care of the kids for a whole week while Ali’s away working. Seven days of school runs, packed lunches, and referee duty talk about saving the day.But the whinge? People who cut off their mums, dads, or family over old wounds. Ali’s not talking about toxic situations or self-protection but the way some of us hold onto grudges for decades over simple mistakes. Families are messy, parents screw up, but when does forgiveness matter more than pride?We chat: 🍷 Why Ali’s mum deserves a damn medal 🍷 The danger of carrying generational grudges 🍷 How to find the balance between boundaries and letting go 🍷 Why family (even the slightly unhinged ones) might just be worth keeping closeIt’s a raw, real, wine-in-hand chat that’ll make you laugh, nod, and maybe even call your mum. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
If you’ve ever sat in the car crying because you sent your kid to school with a lunchbox full of beige food, this one’s for you.In this episode of Big Mum Energy, Ali dives into Glenn Bousen’s brilliantly honest book There Are Worse Mothers Than You a not-so-gentle reminder that even on your worst days, you’re still a bloody good mum.We talk: 📚 Why mum guilt is baked into motherhood (and how to flip it the bird) 🤣 The hilarious, real-life stories that prove perfection is a myth 💌 A love letter to all the mums who feel like they’re failing but are actually smashing it 🥂 Permission to lower the bar, laugh at the chaos, and embrace being “good enough”Because at the end of the day your kids don’t need a perfect mum, they just need you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Let’s be honest the witching hour is brutal. The kids are feral, the house looks like a bomb site, and somehow you’re meant to pull off a nutritious family dinner without losing your mind. Enter: the slow cooker.In this week’s Motivational Monday, Ali serves up the gospel of setting it, forgetting it, and actually enjoying your evening without the dinner-time meltdown. We’re talking: 🥘 Why the slow cooker is every busy mum’s best mate 👩🍳 Simple hacks to make meals that feel fancy without the stress 🕒 How it frees up your time (and your brain) for the stuff that actually matters 💡 The mindset shift that cooking smarter is not lazy it’s bloody brilliantSo here’s your motivation: dust off that slow cooker, throw the ingredients in, and let it save your sanity. Because feeding your family shouldn’t feel like an Olympic event. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
If you’ve ever packed a suitcase for work or booked a trip and immediately felt the mum guilt hit like a freight train this one’s for you.In this episode of Big Mum Energy, Ali gets real about the emotional tug-of-war of being a working mum. We’re talking: 💼 The guilt of chasing career goals while raising kids ✈️ How travel, long hours, and being “away” can leave you questioning if you’re failing at motherhood 🧠 Why mum guilt is more about society’s expectations than your actual parenting 💖 How to reframe time away as a lesson in resilience, independence, and showing your kids what hard work looks likeBecause the truth is: being a good mum isn’t about being there every second of every day it’s about showing up with love, presence, and purpose when you are there.So if you’re drowning in guilt for working, traveling, or just needing space from the chaos, pour a wine (or a coffee) and remind yourself you’re not failing, you’re just human. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Kids have zero filter and sometimes what comes out of their little mouths is equal parts hilarious, terrifying, and downright bizarre.In this week’s episode of Big Mum Energy, Ali dives into the weird sh*t kids say, with stories sent in straight from our listeners. We’re talking:😂 Absolute comedy gold that could rival any stand-up show 🤯 The kind of one-liners that make you question what’s going on in their little brainsIt’s raw, it’s real, and it’s guaranteed to make you laugh (and maybe sleep with one eye open).Because if motherhood has taught us anything it’s that kids say the darndest, weirdest, most unhinged things… and we wouldn’t have it any other way.So pour a wine, pop your headphones in, and get ready to laugh (and cringe) your way through this one. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This Motivational Monday, we’re talking yoga for the rest of us the tired, busy, slightly feral mums who don’t have time (or Lycra) for a 90-minute hot girl yoga session.Ali gets real about why she started doing simple stretching not to become a bendy Insta-goddess, but so she could:Pick up the baby without throwing her back out Survive folding washing without groaning like a 90-year-oldAnd maybe, just maybe, feel a little less like a human pretzel after school pick-upThink of it as yoga, but realistic. No judgment, no chanting, no green juice required — just a reminder that moving your body (even for 5 minutes) is a gift to your future self.So roll out that dusty Kmart yoga mat, and come stretch it out with me.Because self-care doesn’t have to be glamorous sometimes it’s just stretching before you snap. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week’s Friday Wine Down is a tale of two moods: The win — Ali actually smashed out her meal prep like a domestic goddess in activewear (yes, we’re shocked too). The whinge — her poor husband cops it because the kids’ footy team didn’t make the finals… after he sacrificed his evenings, weekends and sanity to coach!So tonight’s toast is going out to the real MVPs: the volunteers. The mums running the canteen.The dads coaching on weeknights after work.The legends who sacrifice their own time so kids can play the sport they love.If you’ve ever been filthy at an ungrateful parent, felt the burnout of “doing your bit”, or just want to raise a glass to the people who keep kids’ sport alive this one’s for you.Because behind every sausage sizzle and sideline cheer squad is a volunteer who deserves a bloody medal (or at least a wine). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week on Big Mum Energy, Ali is joined by Kerry Spina Townsville mum, educator and all-round powerhouse for one of the rawest chats yet.Kerry takes us behind the curtain of her cancer journey, the burnout that nearly broke her, and how stress and anxiety became her unwanted daily companions. But this isn’t a pity party it’s the truth about what happens when life throws you every curveball at once, and how she found a way back.We get into: How cancer forced her to stop running on emptyWhy burnout and anxiety hit mums harder than we like to admitThe little daily rituals that helped her rebuild her health and her hopeWhy saying “I can’t do it all” is actually the bravest move you’ll ever makeKerry’s been teaching families about values, resilience and emotional wellbeing for 20+ years, but here she’s not the teacher she’s the mum who had to learn the hardest lessons herself.If you’ve ever felt like you’re one load of washing away from a breakdown, this episode is for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It’s Motivational Monday, and this week’s pep talk is simple but powerful do something for YOU today. Not for the kids, the partner, the boss, or the laundry pile… just for you.Ali shares why mums are experts at putting themselves last, and how flipping that script even for 20 minutes can change your whole mood (and maybe your whole week). We’ll talk:Why self-care gets mistaken for selfishnessThe mental health magic of small daily joysHow doing something for yourself makes you a better mum, partner, and humanSo book that massage, drink your coffee hot, or sit in the car alone listening to a podcast (this one’s a great start). You matter too and today’s the day to prove it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It’s Friday Wine Time and we’re raising a glass to that universal mum truth — we’ll deep-clean the walls, reorganise the pantry, and colour-code the spice rack… all to avoid doing the real to-do list.In this episode, Ali confesses how her week spiralled into a procrastination masterclass, complete with sparkling walls but zero progress on the big-ticket tasks. We unpack:Why procrastination feels weirdly productiveThe “busy but not actually getting stuff done” trapHow mums justify avoiding the boring or scary jobsAnd why wine tastes better when you’re ignoring responsibilitiesIf your house is spotless but your inbox is chaos, this one’s for you. Grab your glass, lower your standards, and let’s toast to procrastination the unofficial sponsor of mum life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It’s the episode where nothing’s scripted, nothing’s off the table, and everything is up for discussion.In this Ask Ali Anything special, I’m answering your most unfiltered, unglamorous, and downright hilarious questions about motherhood, relationships, business, and the chaos in between.Expect a mix of heartfelt advice, brutally honest truths, and more than a few overshares because if you’re going to ask, I’m going to answer. We chat about:The reality of juggling mum life.Awkward parenting moments and how to survive themBig dreams, small wins, and the messy middle of chasing bothThe kind of advice your mum wouldn’t give youWhether you sent in a question or just want to stickybeak at other people’s drama, this episode will make you feel like you’re in the group chat with your funniest, most brutally honest friend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome to your Motivational Monday pep talk and today, it’s all about one thing: kindness.Not the fluffy, passive kind. The real-deal, stop-someone-in-their-tracks kind of kindness that you say out loud.Because thinking something nice isn’t the same as saying it and your words might be the only good ones someone hears today.Ali shares a story that proves how powerful a simple compliment or kind gesture can be, and why mums, mates, and complete strangers need to hear it more.💬 How giving a compliment can boost your own confidence 🧠 Why our brains default to negativity and how kindness rewires that 🌈 The ripple effect of telling someone they’re doing a good job 💗 Plus, a mini challenge that could totally change your weekThis episode is your gentle shove to say the nice thing, write the message, give the compliment and remind people they matter.Perfect for:Mums running on emptyAnyone who needs a reminder that kindness = powerListeners who want to be a light in someone else’s day Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It's Friday Wine Down time, babes and this episode is a chaotic mix of celebration and confusion.🎉 WIN: We made our very first dollar from this podcast. That’s right this chaotic corner of the internet is officially monetised. 🙄 WHINE: My kids are now deeply obsessed with the Saga Boys and I have absolutely no idea what’s going on. Is it music? A cult? TikTok? All three?We unpack the wild ride of raising kids in the content era, learning to celebrate the little wins, and embracing the weird parts of motherhood (like having to Google who your 8-year-old is dancing to).This episode is for:Mums chasing a side hustle winParents confused by their kids’ pop culture obsessionsListeners who want to celebrate the small stuff and laugh through the rest Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ready to ditch the all-or-nothing mindset and finally understand sustainable fat loss, female physiology, and what actually works for busy women?This week on Big Mum Energy, Ali is joined by Georgia, a lifestyle-focused fat loss & physique transformations coach who helps everyday women transform their health, bodies, and confidence without sacrificing their sanity or social life.We get real about:Why most diets fail women (and how to stop the cycle)How to build a body you love with strength training & smarter nutritionThe mindset shifts that matter more than macrosBusting fat loss myths & why cardio isn't your only toolBalancing mum life, weight loss, and still eating the damn cakeWhether you want to lose fat, build muscle, or just feel good in your skin again this episode is your hype girl moment with no judgement and zero fluff.Perfect for:Women tired of yo-yo dietingMums who want their energy backAnyone ready to build strength, resilience, and results that last Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome to Motivational Monday on Big Mum Energy where we give tired mums the kick they need to stop waiting and start living. This week, we’re talking about the one thing every mum dreams of but rarely does: booking that bloody holiday!Ali spills the tea on: 🚢 How she booked a family cruise without blowing the budget 💸 The payment plan hack that makes big trips actually doable 🌴 Why taking a break is NOT selfish it’s survival 🧠 How planning a holiday boosts your mental health (science says so!)If you’ve been telling yourself, “One day we’ll go…” \THIS is your sign. Life’s too short to wait for perfect timing. Book the holiday, babe.🎧 Perfect for: Mums craving a reset, families needing budget-friendly holiday hacks, and anyone stuck in the “someday” mindset. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome to Friday Wine Time on Big Mum Energy the place where we rant, laugh, and drink about the wild ride that is mum life. This week? It’s a full-blown gear-grinding session, because sometimes the only thing keeping us from combusting is saying it out loud… and maybe a glass (or bottle) of wine.This is raw, funny, and a little bit feral the way mums actually talk when the kids are finally in bed.If you’ve ever needed permission to have a whinge without guilt, this one’s for you.Perfect for: Overloaded mums, parents in the trenches, and anyone who wants a laugh (and a little validation). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this deeply personal and powerful continuation of Kim’s stillbirth story, we go where most don’t the delivery room.This is Part 2 of Kim’s journey through pregnancy loss, grief, and the unbearable courage it takes to give birth to a baby you already know won’t cry.Ali sits down with Kim to talk through: 👼 What it’s like delivering a stillborn baby 💔 The emotional, mental and physical toll of labouring after loss 🕊️ The moments of beauty and connection inside the heartbreak 🗣️ The conversations no one has — but every mum should hear 💡 Advice for supporting a friend or family member through stillbirth or miscarriageThis episode is raw, confronting, and important. For anyone who’s walked through pregnancy loss, or loves someone who has, this is your safe space.We don’t sugar-coat it. We say the quiet parts out loud. Because talking about it helps heal it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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