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What happens when the “happiest time of your life” becomes the darkest?This week, Kate and Tansy sit down with former police officer and mum of one (and one on the way), Eden Judd, for a raw, unflinching conversation about postnatal depression, anxiety, bipolar II, and the brutal truths of early motherhood that no one talks about on Instagram.Eden shares how a traumatic birth, insomnia, and a crippling fear of asking for help led to a breakdown, and how she fought her way back through the doors of a Mother Baby Unit. From the fear of having her child taken away to the deep stigma surrounding psychiatric medication during pregnancy, Eden opens up about what it really takes to survive and recover.Kate shares her own experience with perinatal PTSD, while Tansy dives into why judgment in motherhood is rampant—and why so many women feel they have to perform their way through pain.You'll learn:Why sleep is not a luxury in the postpartum period—it’s a survival strategyHow the system is failing new mothers, and what real care should look likeWhy we need to stop judging mums who ask for help (and start showing up with lasagna)Whether you're a mum, a support person, or someone navigating mental health while raising a family, this conversation is a must-watch. Brutal, tender, funny, and deeply necessary.Resources linked below for anyone who needs support. COPE (Centre of Perinatal Excellence) – info & screening tools https://www.cope.org.auPANDA – helpline for perinatal anxiety & depression https://www.panda.org.auGidget Foundation Australia – specialist care for new parents https://www.gidgetfoundation.org.auMumSpace (Parent‑Infant Research Institute) – free online mental health programs https://www.mumspace.com.auPeach Tree Perinatal Wellness – emotional support for new mums https://www.peachtree.org.auLifeline – crisis support 24/7 https://www.lifeline.org.au#postnataldepression #bipolar2disorder #motherbabyunit #maternalmentalhealth #perinatalmentalhealth #ivfpregnancy #postpartumrecovery #bluntandbeautiful #kateforster #mentalhealthawareness #mumsupport #breakingthestigma

This week, Kate and Tansy are joined by psychologist and no-bullshit mental health voice Taash Balakas for a raw and relatable conversation about the inner chaos we all carry. From imposter syndrome to over-functioning during Christmas, self-advocacy to family blow-ups, Tash helps us unpack the stuff we usually keep buried in the group chat.Nothing is off the table: ruminating thoughts, social anxiety, being the “good girl,” carrying the mental load, chronic pain, boundaries with boomers, fatphobia, decentering men, and why radical self-acceptance isn’t a destination - it’s a practice.You’ll learn:How imposter syndrome hijacks your success - and how to reframe itWhy women are so sh*t at saying no (and how to get better at it)How to handle boundary backlash (especially from family) without losing your mindTaash doesn’t gatekeep. She explains therapy concepts in a way that actually makes sense, offering real-world strategies, gentle honesty, and hard truths (with a sense of humour). If you’ve ever felt like a fraud, like you’re too much or not enough, or just plain exhausted from keeping it all together—this episode is for you.Also includes:How social media warps our self-worthThe performance of being a “fun” personFatphobia, patriarchal conditioning, and why so many women lose themselves in service of othersThe world may not be built for women’s mental health! But this episode might be a small start.#BluntAndTheBeautiful #MentalHealthAwareness #ImposterSyndrome #Boundaries #PeoplePleasing #TherapyTalk #PsychologyPodcast #SelfWorth #WomenSupportingWomen #RadicalAcceptance #Fatphobia #SocialAnxiety #BurnoutRecovery #DecenteringMen #KateAndTansy #TherapyIsCool

This week on The Blunt and the Beautiful, we’re joined by the women who built us — in more ways than one!Tully Humphrey and Sarah Pasini. Founders of Tully Lou, Curious Conversations, Co- Founders of Stitch Up Studios, and about 7 other domain names they may or may not use, these two are more than just businesswomen — they’re chosen family.In this episode, we deep-dive into everything from co-founder therapy sessions to influencer fakery, grief and caregiving, and the terrifying return of SkinnyTok. We talk friendship, finances, eating disorders, family legacies, and the impossible task of showing up online when you’d rather crawl under a doona.We also get brutally honest about what it’s like to co-run businesses, reparent yourself through motherhood, and why you’re better off being kind than nice. Spoiler: Nice is for people who can’t set boundaries.Whether you're healing your inner child, managing your mental health, or just trying to avoid polyester during perimenopause — this one’s for you.🔥 TakeawaysReal friendship means knowing what words not to sayInfluencer culture rewards performance over authenticityWomen deserve to be financially educated — and empoweredGrief, guilt and caregiving often exist in the same breathYou can rewire an eating disorder, but it takes brutal honestyPurpose really doesn’t age (hi, Nana!)SkinnyTok might be gone, but body pressures still haunt usBusiness partnerships are basically marriages. With more admin.⏱ Chapters00:00 – What makes a ride-or-die friendship06:00 – Influencer culture and “nice girl” performance14:00 – Grief, legacy and caring for elders19:00 – Reparenting through motherhood & food language25:00 – Therapy, money, and launching 47 businesses at once31:00 – SkinnyTok, body image & when Barbara shows up37:00 – Op-shop codes, society spreadsheets, and fake linen values#TheBluntAndTheBeautiful #BluntPodcast #TullyLou #SarahPasini #CuriousConversations #FemaleFriendship #WomenInBusiness #FinancialWellness #GriefSupport #SkinnyTok #BodyImageAwareness #MotherhoodUnfiltered #EatingDisorderRecovery #TherapyTalk #FriendshipGoals #NeurodivergentVoices #PodcastOfTheWeek #WomenSupportingWomen #KateAndTansy

This week on The Blunt and the Beautiful, we’re diving headfirst into the digital delusions of modern life — from voicemail rage to coroner’s reports as bedtime reading (yes, really). Kate’s inbox is in its villain era, Tansy’s Notes app is a therapy session with a soundtrack, and both of them are still paying for subscriptions they forgot about in 2018.In this episode, we unpack the rules of phone etiquette (who made them?), why women make better FBI agents than the actual FBI, and how being always accessible is making us emotionally bankrupt. We ask: why can’t we just be offline? Why do we save 400 recipes we’ll never make? And how do you unsubscribe from a VPN and your ex?Also on the docket:📲 Texting as trauma🎧 45-minute voice notes (aka DIY podcasts)🧠 Biohacking burnout📚 Hoarding essays, eulogies, and dumpling bakes🧼 The fecal phone crisis (sorry)👻 And what it really means when you can’t throw out a digital receipt from 2007This episode is basically a 2x-speed scroll through every toxic internet habit we hate but can’t quit — and yes, we’ll be saving it to our Notes app.TakeawaysThere is fecal matter on your iPhone. Think about that.Texting is a warzone. Voice notes are the trenches.Everyone’s performing online — even in their email send times.Digital hoarding is the new emotional repressionTikTok is ruining your attention span (but god the babies are cute)Real friends let you ignore 387 unread texts without guiltBiohacking can suck itChapters00:00 – Inbox anxiety & unread badge shame07:00 – Doomscrolling, coroner's reports & shit drivers of Australia13:00 – Hoarding receipts, essays, and existential dread20:00 – The cult of voice notes & generational etiquette wars26:00 – Subscription scams, VPN lies & LinkedIn regret31:00 – Pomodoro lies & productivity propaganda36:00 – Screen time, sound pollution & why silence is scary40:00 – Attention spans on life support & Notes app confessions#TheBluntAndTheBeautiful #BluntPodcast #ScreenTimeConfessions #DigitalHoarder #VoiceNoteCulture #InboxAnxiety #ToxicProductivity #CoronersReportTok #SubscriptionScam #ModernLifeCrisis #KateAndTansy #FemaleFriendship #RealTalkPodcast #SpotifyPodcast #MillennialPause #BiohackThis

In this episode, Kate and Tansy sit down with the unstoppable Melanie Dale, the creative powerhouse behind Let’s Get Layered, for one of the most honest, raw, and unexpectedly funny conversations about fashion, self-expression, and neurodiversity you’ll hear this year.Mel opens up about her late autism diagnosis, how fashion became both her armour and her voice, and what it’s really like navigating the online world as a woman who refuses to blend in. From op-shop treasures and Vivienne Westwood’s legacy to fast fashion, mental health, and the outrageous pricing at charity stores — nothing is off limits.They talk about the beauty and burnout of social media, the blurred lines between self-expression and self-preservation, and the freedom that comes with dressing for yourself — even if people think you look like Shrek in green (Mel’s words, not ours).And in true Blunt & The Beautiful style, they cover:Why fashion is inherently politicalWhat it’s really like living with autism and ADHD in a beige-wearing worldThe emotional toll of online hate and “outrage bots”How creativity becomes survivalWhy Kmart jeans might be the unsung hero of 2024Plus, Mel gifts Kate a spider-themed handbag — and yes, it’s exactly as unhinged and perfect as it sounds.Key Takeaways?Fashion can be a form of therapy, rebellion, and communication.Neurodiversity and creativity often go hand in hand — but so does exhaustion.The fast-fashion cycle isn’t just bad for the planet, it’s bad for people.True self-expression means not needing validation — from strangers or comment sections.Sometimes the best looks are made from cat-piss vintage.Chapters00:00 – Meeting Melanie: From TikTok to friendship06:00 – Fashion as self-expression and mental health14:00 – Autism, ADHD, and finding power in creativity24:00 – Op-shopping, fast fashion, and the ethics of style37:00 – Charity shop chaos and Kmart confessions47:00 – The gift that no one saw coming#BluntAndTheBeautiful #TheBluntAndTheBeautiful #MelanieDale #LetsGetLayered #KateForster #TansyGorman #AustralianPodcast #Neurodiversity #AutismAwareness #ADHDWomen #FashionPodcast #OpShopFinds #SlowFashion #BodyPositivity #MentalHealthMatters #SustainableStyle #WomenInMedia #MotherDaughterPodcast #SukinSkincare #PodcastOfTheWeekFind Mel below:https://www.instagram.com/letsgetlayered

Season three kicks off with a chill — and a little witchy wisdom. Kate and Tansy welcome bestselling author and journalist Karina Machado (Spirit Sisters, Where Spirits Dwell, Love Never Dies) for a conversation that walks the line between the seen and unseen.From a 1950s plumber who swore he saw Roman soldiers marching through a wall, to childhood seances, ancestral whispers, and intuitive downloads, the trio explore why some stories stay with us — and why women might just be more tuned‑in than we’ve ever admitted.Karina shares how her Uruguayan‑Spanish roots, a life‑changing walk along the Camino de Santiago, and decades of interviewing ordinary people with extraordinary experiences have deepened her belief that intuition, ancestry, and energy are all part of the same tapestry.Kate and Tansy add their own encounters (yes, there’s a Victorian ghost girl in a bath scene) and unpack why modern women are reclaiming their intuition — not as superstition, but as science, spirit, and self‑trust.It’s the perfect Halloween episode: spooky, soulful, and strangely comforting.Find all Karina's books here: https://karinamachado.com/booksChapters00:00 – Welcome & the 1953 York Ghost Story09:00 – Karina’s Ancestral Intuition & The Camino16:00 – The Ouija Board That Went Too Far23:00 – Kate & Tansy’s Own Hauntings28:00 – The Rise of the Divine Feminine36:00 - Colonialism, Spiritual Rebellion & Reclaiming Witchery41:00 Final Reflections & Spirit Sisters Podcast Plug#TheBluntAndTheBeautiful #Season3 #HalloweenEpisode #SpiritSisters #KarinaMachado #GhostStories #FeminineEnergy #Intuition #WitchyWomen #HauntedHistory #PodcastDrop #KateAndTansy #SukinBeauty #PopCultureWithSpirit #MotherDaughterPodcast #AustralianPodcasts

This week’s episode is personal, and we mean family therapy levels of personal.Tansy and Kate are joined by the man who’s been quietly sitting behind the scenes for decades… Tansy’s dad and Kate’s husband, Dave (affectionately known as “Bio Dad” or “Gorms” if you’re a long-time listener). And he’s finally stepping up to the mic.In this beautifully raw and hilarious conversation, the trio dives into the real story behind Kate and Dave’s 35-year relationship, from their chaotic Chapel Street meet-cute to parenting creative children, staying married through career reinventions, and what it’s really like being married to Kate bloody Forster.This is one of those episodes where you’ll laugh, cry, and probably want to call your own parents (or yell at them — up to you).What You’ll Hear:How Kate and Dave met (hint: it involves drainpipes and cigarettes)Raising Tansy in a creative but unconventional householdThe highs and lows of long-term love (and why Dave once left Kate at a service station)Feminism, fatherhood, and finding your feet in a world that changes every 10 yearsDave’s take on Kate’s internet fame and why Tansy’s TikTok makes him both proud and confusedTheir secrets to surviving marriage, parenting and… each otherIt’s real, it’s funny, and it’s a rare glimpse into the family dynamics that shaped The Blunt and The Beautiful.#TheBluntAndTheBeautiful #MeetTheBioDad #LongTermLove #PodcastAustralia #MotherDaughterPodcast #FamilyDynamics #RelationshipGoals #KateForster #ParentingPodcast #MarriageRealTalk #PopCulturePodcast #FeministFathers #BehindTheScenes #FunnyPodcast #AustralianPodcasts

In this cosmic deep-dive, Kate and Tansy crack open their birth charts and bring astrology back down to earth (with a few side trips to the outer planets). From childhood star sign indoctrination to Saturn returns and scandalous Scorpio slander, this episode is a hilarious, heartfelt astro-explainer wrapped in velvet, vintage rugs, and the occasional emotional breakdown.They break down sun, moon and rising signs (with a pillow-stuffed example or two), decode Beyoncé’s birth chart, speculate wildly about Taylor Swift’s rising sign, and unpack why your North Node might just be the plot twist your life has been waiting for.Plus: iconic one-liner advice for every sign, psychic dreams, energy vampires, astro myths, and the wild joy of finding your weird little people in a very normie world.It’s astrology, but make it deeply personal, occasionally petty, and unexpectedly profound.#TheBluntAndTheBeautiful #AstrologyPodcast #StarSignSlander #NorthNodeWisdom #BigThreeBreakdown #ZodiacRoast #CosmicTruths #PsychicDreams #ScorpioSeasonForever #SaturnReturnSurvivor #MotherDaughterMagic #AstroGirliesUnite

This week, Kate and Tansy are back on the mic and mad as hell — at self-sacrificing culture, at glittery performative bullshit, and most of all, at the slow death of self-respect in the name of "being a good woman."From autoimmune rage to ribbon-laced humiliation at a too-cool bar, they deep dive into the real cost of living out of alignment with your values. It's raw, funny, and full of chaotic anecdotes — including Kate's stint as an accidental AO party planner who didn't get invited, and Tansy's passionate defence of beauty, equality, and Mecca facials.They unpack their personal values (think: creativity, authenticity, helpfulness, and rage at late-stage capitalism) and offer up sharp, sometimes savage reflections on what it means to live a life that actually feels like yours.If you've ever ignored your intuition, compromised your standards, or said yes when your soul was screaming “NO,” this one is a must-listen.Because living out of alignment won’t just make you tired. It might make you sick.Topics include:Self-respect vs. survival jobsWhy values aren’t a Pinterest quote — they’re a life raftTansy’s BuzzFeed-value-test revelationsBeauty standards, community love, and honesty (with a side of bluntness)How to tell if you're betraying yourself (hint: your jaw hurts and your ancestors keep slamming doors)Thank you to our sponsor Hemp Skin — a local small-batch brand creating high-vibe rituals for both skin and soul. Every product is handcrafted with botanicals, intention, and love, serving as a reminder that self-care isn’t a luxury, but a way to raise your vibration one self-loving moment at a time.Find out more at https://hempskin.com.au/And follow @hempskinau on Instagram and @hempskinau on TikTokPut bluntly: Stop living like a husk and start remembering who you are.Listen now on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your loud feminist therapy.

This week on The Blunt and The Beautiful, Kate and Tans unleash a rant-filled, laugh-out-loud episode dedicated to everything they wish people would simply knock off. From the everyday annoyances that make their blood boil to the big societal habits that need a total rebrand, nothing is safe.Armed with wildly unqualified opinions (and zero hesitation), they cover:The big “Can You Nots” – from asking about birth stories to refusing to vaccinate your kidsWhy being rude to waiters, nurses, or anyone in the service industry should be a criminal offenceMispronouncing names you can pronounce (but won’t)Men calling their exes “crazy” – and what it really says about themHusbands making “no sex” jokes about their wives in public – please stopPeople who never ask questions in conversationsRoad rage, boasting about not crying, and chronic one-uppersThe rules they’d enforce if they ran the world (warning: birds and men in night-time packs are in trouble)Education changes they’d make tomorrow – including later school start times and free uniSocial media icks – from monetising tragedies to before-and-after weight loss postsWhy some influencers clearly hate their followersTheir final list of bans, from faceless accounts to middle-aged men on e-scootersThis episode is pure Kate-and-Tans energy – sharp, sarcastic, brutally honest, and absolutely hilarious. They don’t just rant – they roast, reimagine, and rewrite the rules of everyday life.💬 Join the conversation: What’s your biggest “Can You Not”?🎙 The Blunt and The Beautiful – where society gets dissected and the blunt truth always wins.Sponsored by:She Emerges – An Island Escape hosted by KI Dragonfly Guesthouse on Kangaroo Island. A 3–5 day adventure for women ready to embrace their Second Spring with coastal walks, ice baths, sound healing, and connection. For more info please follow the link below:https://www.kidragonfly.com/Timestamps:00:00 – Sponsored by She Emerges01:14 – Can You Not?! The rant begins02:04 – Birth story & baby feeding questions – stop asking03:00 – Rude to waiters? You’re done04:27 – Learn to pronounce names properly05:22 – Men calling their exes “crazy”06:34 – Public “no sex” jokes – just no07:14 – Friends who never ask questions09:09 – Road rage10:40 – Boasting about not crying11:55 – If we ran the world…14:24 – Latecomers & line pushers17:22 – Why rude customers should beware18:18 – The change room mirror rule19:35 – Education system fixes22:30 – University doesn’t define you23:02 – Men with podcasts23:45 – The e-scooter “big bird” incident24:32 – Monetising tragedy online – gross26:47 – Chronic one-uppers vs. genuine empathy30:20 – Before & after body posts – banned31:15 – Influencers who hate their followers34:20 – Faceless troll accounts – stand by your words35:03 – Wrapping up the fixes for society🔔 Subscribe for new episodes every week and join us in telling the world: “Can you not?”#TheBluntAndTheBeautiful #Season2 #CanYouNot #Podcast #WildlyUnqualifiedOpinions #PetPeeves #ServiceIndustry #SocialMediaIcks #RantPodcast #MotherDaughterPodcast

Season 2 of The Blunt and The Beautiful is here – and we’re kicking things off with a no-holds-barred conversation on red flags, green flags, and the hilarious, frustrating, and fascinating differences between Gen X and Gen Z.In this episode, hosts Kate (unapologetically Gen X) and her daughter Tansy (proudly straddling the line between Gen Z and Millennial) dive into the quirks, clashes, and surprising similarities between their generations. From texting etiquette and love languages to friendships, dating rules, and workplace culture, nothing is off-limits.We unpack: The Big Six astrology obsession vs. Gen X’s skepticism. Why “Hello.” with a full stop is a crime for Gen Z but totally fine for Gen XCalling without texting first – rude or efficient?Staying friends with your ex – a generational dealbreaker?Fluid sexuality, labels, and why Gen X struggles with “I love the person, not the gender”The rise of the “bare minimum” debate – who should pay for the first date?Workplace boundaries: Gen Z’s “work won’t love you back” vs. Gen X’s “live to work” mindsetRelationship dynamics: why Gen Z leaves faster and Gen X stayed too longHow feminism has evolved across generations – and why older women sometimes resist changeToxic friendships, celebrating wins, and why Gen Z refuses to keep quietOver-analysis, “drive-by” diagnoses, and whether transparency has gone too farThroughout the episode, Kate and Tansy share personal stories, debate generational “truths,” and find surprising common ground – all while serving the sharp humour, candid honesty, and mother-daughter banter that listeners love.Join the conversation: Are your green flags someone else’s red flags? Do you side with Gen X pragmatism or Gen Z boundaries?The Blunt and The Beautiful – where society gets dissected and no topic is too taboo.Sponsored by: Maison 1973 – the smart, stylish digital space for women over 45 who aren’t afraid of strong opinions. Follow them on Instagram @Maison.1973.maison 1973 | LIFE and STYLE of the GEN X woman🔔 Subscribe for new episodes every week and don’t miss a minute of the bluntest, most beautiful conversations around.#TheBluntAndTheBeautiful #Season2 #GenerationalDifferences #GenZ #GenX #RedFlags #GreenFlags #Podcast #MotherDaughterPodcast #RelationshipAdvice #WorkCulture #Astrology #Feminism #FriendshipGoals

This week on The Blunt and The Beautiful, Kate and Tansy dive into the real, raw, and occasionally chaotic terrain of motherhood, from toddler tantrums to teen meltdowns and everything in between.Kate shares what it was like raising a very “spirited” Tansy (yes, there are stories), while also reflecting on what it really means to raise a good kid in today’s world. Spoiler: it’s not about being your child’s best friend.Should mums and daughters be friends? Or is that a recipe for disaster?In this episode, we unpack: The line between being a parent and being a palWhen Tansy was a nightmare — and how Kate handled itWhy Kate believes mums should want their daughters to be better than them The pressure modern parents feel to be perfect and their daughtersWhat it actually takes to raise kind, curious, emotionally intelligent humansThis one is perfect for mums, daughters, future parents, or anyone reflecting on their own childhood and parent dynamics. It’s full of laughs, big truths, and the kind of honesty no parenting book ever gives you.#TheBluntAndTheBeautiful #KateForster #MotherhoodUnfiltered #ParentingPodcast #MumAndDaughter #RaisingDaughters #ModernParenting #GentleParenting #ParentingRealTalk #MotherDaughterRelationships #ParentingAdvice #NoBullsh*tParenting #ToughLoveTruths

Kate and Tansy return with another bold and thought-provoking episode of The Blunt & The Beautiful, and this time, we’re talking all things aging.Why don’t we talk about aging more openly? Why do we know more about endometriosis than we do about menopause or perimenopause? And what’s with the obsession with staying young at all costs?What do you love or loathe about getting older?In this episode, we dive into:The truth about growing older — what we love, what pisses us offWhy aging = wisdom, and why no one seems to want to talk about that A real take on celebrity “anti-aging” culture — fillers, filters, and fearThis is a warm, raw, and razor-sharp conversation that celebrates aging while calling out the BS we’ve absorbed about what it should look like.#TheBluntAndTheBeautiful #KateForster #AgingOutLoud #Perimenopause #Menopause #AntiAging #MidlifeRealness #WisdomNotWrinkles #WomenOver40 #AgeingGracefully #NoMoreTaboos #MumAndDaughterPodcast #UnfilteredConversations #GettingOlderGettingBetter #AgeWithoutApology

Kate and Tansy are back with another brutally honest, thought-provoking episode of The Blunt & The Beautiful, this time diving deep into the world of comfort zones.Are comfort zones keeping you safe or secretly holding you back from your potential? In this episode, we unpack the psychology behind comfort, fear of change, and how personal growth often begins where your comfort zone ends. Expect fiery opinions, generational differences, and a few uncomfortable truths (as always).In this episode, we explore:🧠 How your nervous system is wired for safety and why comfort is not weakness, but wisdom🛋️ What your tracksuit, candle, or Billie Holiday playlist might be saying about your need for regulation🍫 Comfort foods, cosy crime, Pinterest scrolls, teddy bear biscuits, and why the small things aren’t so small⚠️ When comfort becomes avoidance (hello, 2-hour scroll in the bath or “just one more” glass of wine)Full of practical tools, warm laughs, and gentle truths that will make you rethink how you treat your nervous system.#TheBluntAndTheBeautiful #KateForster #ComfortZone #NervousSystemRegulation #PersonalGrowthPodcast #SelfSoothingVsAvoidance #ComfortIsNotWeakness #EmotionalWellbeing #ComfortRituals #HomeAsSanctuary #TraumaInformedLiving #RestIsResistance #ModernWomanPodcast #MumAndDaughterPodcast #NoFucksGiven

Warning: This episode of the Blunt and the Beautiful contains mentions of death, grief, suicide, suicidality and terminal illness. Helpful Resources and Support Lines:Griefline- ⁠1300 845 745⁠ between the hours of 8am and 8pm, 7 days a week (AEST/AEDT)⁠Lifeline Australia - 13 11 14 - Crisis Support. Suicide Prevention.⁠Beyond Blue- 1300 22 4636 or ⁠https://www.beyondblue.org.au/get-support/urgent-help⁠Grief isn’t one-size-fits-all — and it sure as hell doesn’t follow the rules.In this episode, we’re going there. We’re talking about the full, messy spectrum of grief: the kind that makes sense, the kind that doesn’t, and the kind that never really goes away.✨ What “clean” vs. “dirty” grief actually means✨ Losing people to suicide, illness, murder, and natural causes — and how it all hits different✨ Why people grieve in ways that might not look “right” from the outside✨ How to support someone grieving when they don’t even know what they need✨ The weird, awkward, and unexpected parts of mourning no one talks aboutWhether you’ve lost someone, know someone who has, or just want to understand grief beyond the Hallmark version — this is the episode we wish existed when we needed it most.👇 Share this with someone who needs to feel seen. And if you’re grieving right now — we see you. We’re with you. And you’re not doing it wrong.#TheBluntAndTheBeautiful #GriefPodcast #CleanGriefDirtyGrief #MentalHealth #GriefSupport #DeathTalk #SuicideAwareness #GrievingOutLoud #GriefIsNotLinear #KateForster #PodcastThatGetsIt #MumAndDaughterUnfiltered

Let’s talk boundaries. The invisible line between your peace and everyone else’s chaos.In this episode, we’re diving deep into why so many of us suck at saying no - especially when it comes to the people closest to us. Friends, partners, family… even your mum guilting you over Sunday lunch? Yeah, we’re going there.✨ Why helping people isn’t your full-time job✨ How to stop fixing everyone else’s mess at the cost of your own sanity✨ The link between no boundaries and physical burnout (your body will start yelling)✨ Why self-worth isn’t measured in emotional labour✨ And how to set boundaries without turning into a “bad guy”This one’s for the people-pleasers, the overthinkers, and the “sure, I can do that” crew. You deserve rest. You deserve peace. And you’re allowed to say no - even to the people you love.👇 Let us know how you set boundaries - or where you’re still learning. Hit subscribe, share with your boundary-less bestie#TheBluntAndTheBeautiful #Boundaries #PeoplePleaserRecovery #EmotionalBurnout #SelfWorth #MentalHealthMatters #SayNoWithoutGuilt #FamilyDrama #TikTokTherapy #PodcastForWomen #KateForster #MumAndDaughterRealTalk

Friendship hits different in every season of life — and sometimes, it gets complicated.In this episode, we’re unpacking the real, unfiltered truth about friendships: the ones that grow with you, the ones that drift, and the ones that quietly break your heart.✨ How friendships shift through your 20s, 30s, motherhood, grief & growth✨ What a healthy friendship actually looks like (it’s not about how often you text)✨ Losing a friend — through death, distance, or just life pulling you apart✨ The painful truth about friends who take more than they give✨ Why protecting your peace and filling your cup should come firstWe’re calling time on friendship guilt, silent resentment, and bending over backwards for people who wouldn’t do the same. You deserve friends who see you, not just need you.👇 Tag your ride-or-dies in the comments — or share this with someone who’s learning to let go with love. Hit subscribe for more real talk every week.#TheBluntAndTheBeautiful #FriendshipBreakups #AdultFriendships #FillYourCup #EmotionalBoundaries #FriendshipAfter30 #MumAndDaughterPodcast #KateForster #FriendshipRedFlags #NoMorePeoplePleasing #PodcastThatHitsDifferent

In Episode 2 of The Blunt & The Beautiful, we’re talking personal style - what the hell is it, how do you find it, and why are we all dressing the same on Instagram? 🤔This episode is packed with honest convos about:✨ The difference between fashion and style✨ Why personal style has NOTHING to do with trends✨ Our takes on who actually has great style right now (spoiler: it’s not who you think)✨ How to develop a wardrobe that reflects you, not just the algorithmHit subscribe, share with your stylish (or style-lost) mates, and drop your fave fashion inspo in the comments!#PersonalStyle #HowToFindYourStyle #FashionVsStyle #StyleConfidence #TikTokTrends #WardrobeEssentials #TheBluntAndTheBeautiful #NoFucksGiven #KateForster #MumAndDaughterPodcast #StyleOverTrends #SlowFashion #FashionPodcast

TikTok’s Tracery Grimshaw is back for Part 2- and this one is a ride. Two hot takes because of our generational gap. We’re diving into the TikTok drama with Anna Paul & Mikaela Testa, a whole lot of OnlyFans real talk, and even questioning why the hell Van Cleef jewelry. Oh, and let’s not forget the infamous cardigan that got us tangled in this whole conversation in the first place.This isn’t about canceling anyone—it’s about awareness. What content are you letting into your brain, and why? Hit subscribe, drop a comment, and let’s talk about this together. 🚨#TheBluntAndTheBeautiful #NoFucksGiven #AnnaPaul #MikaelaTesta #OnlyFansReality #TikTokDrama #VanCleefFlex #SocialMediaAwareness #HonestConversations

Alright, buckle up because we’re coming in hot for episode one of The Blunt & The Beautiful! This time, we’re delving deep into the world of influencers- what the f*** is real influence, and are we all just victims of social conditioning? Expect some flack for this one, but we don’t care (maybe a little bit)—we’re here to make you think.In Part 1, we break down:- The art of actually being honest (not just “authentic” for clout)- That brief moment when TikTok got banned- WTF happened?- Confessions from the influencer world (and why you should take most of it with a fing grain of salt)- The illusion of pretend money & fake flexing- How do you really grow on social media? (Spoiler: What are you actually giving people in return?)We’re not here to cancel anyone- we just want you to think about the s*** you consume, believe, and aspire to. Influencing is more than just selling a dream, so let’s talk about it.🔔 Subscribe, watch Part 2 next, and let’s keep the conversation going in the comments. Don’t hold back- we sure as hell won’t.#TheBluntAndTheBeautiful #KateForster #InfluencerCulture #SocialMediaBS #FakeFlexing #BeAuthentic #HotTakes #HonestConversations #TikTokDrama #ThinkForYourself #theBluntAndTheBeautiful