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Before You Bloom
The Before You Bloom podcast will help you feel less alone as your host Hayley Kinneavy and her guests chat about a range of topics that explore how we can bloom, grow, and shine after a challenging event, time, or season. They share their unique stories that have shaped who they are today, and how they have overcome struggles to become stronger and more resilient. Through inspirational conversations, they hope to help you discover your own silver lining, celebrate your growth, and embrace your…
Episodes
- Before You Bloom
141 ~ From Childhood Trauma to Living in a Cult: Dr. Martina Zangger’s Story
⚠️ Please note: This episode discusses childhood sexual abuse, trauma, sex work and cult involvement. Please listen with care. Dr. Martina Zangger is the…
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140~ Travelling to Russia for Stem Cell Treatment : Candice Klau's journey with Multiple Sclerosis & HSCT
At 36, Candice Klau was living with rapidly progressing Multiple Sclerosis and facing a future she never expected. With limited treatment options available to…
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139 ~ I Wrote My Own Eulogy at 26: Bradley Dryburgh on Cystic Fibrosis & Living Fully
At age 26, Bradley Dryburgh sat down and wrote his own eulogy. Living with cystic fibrosis, a chronic and life-limiting illness, Bradley has spent his life…
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138 ~ Growing Up in Survival Mode, Losing Her Dad & Becoming a Young Carer for Her Mum with Early-Onset Dementia with Simona Stirling
What happens when you’re forced to grow up long before you’re ready? In this deeply personal episode of Before You Bloom, I’m joined by Simona Stirling to talk…
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137 ~ ☎️ BLOOM LINE : How a Safe, Reliable Partner Can Heal Your Nervous System After Toxic Relationships
Have you ever found yourself repeatedly choosing the wrong people, even though you know you want something healthier? In this BLOOM LINE episode of Before You…
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136 ~ Body Acceptance, Eating Disorder, Self-Worth & Beauty Standards with Bella Davis
Trigger warning : This episode contains discussions about body image, disordered eating, eating disorder recovery, weight, beauty standards, and…
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135 ~ Feeling Burnt Out? The Science of Restoring Your Energy with Dr Amantha Imber
Burnout isn't just about doing too much. Sometimes it's about running on empty for so long that you forget what it feels like to have energy in the first…
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134 ~ Bed bound for 6 Years at 17: Lily Schubert's Journey with ME/CFS, Chronic Illness & Recovery
At just 17 years old, Lily Schubert's life changed dramatically. What began as declining health progressed into severe ME/CFS (Myalgic…
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133~ Why I Became a Nun at 19: Helen Whait on Trauma, Control, and Finding Freedom
In this powerful conversation, Helen Whait shares the extraordinary and deeply human story behind her decision to become a nun at just 19, and the lived…
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132 ~ EXCITING NEWS! I am a Qualified Holistic Trauma Therapist, with your host Hayley Kinneavy
After years of sharing stories of resilience, healing, and growth through Before You Bloom, I'm excited to share a new chapter of my own journey. In this solo…
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131~ How She Rebuilt Her Life After Trauma with Jaci Rogash
In this episode of Before You Bloom, I’m joined by Jaci Rogash for a raw and powerful conversation about trauma, healing, self-worth, and what it means to…
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130 ~ Uterine Cancer, IVF & Becoming a Mum Against the Odds with Claire Steinke
In this episode of Before You Bloom, I’m joined by Claire Steinke for a deeply honest conversation about cancer, fertility, motherhood, and rebuilding life…
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129 ~ Bullying, Burnout & Undiagnosed ADHD with Marie Weidlich
In this episode of Before You Bloom, I’m joined by Marie Weidlich, an ADHD advocate, award-winning marketer, and someone whose story goes far beyond the…
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128 ~ Alexa Leary : From a Traumatic Brain Injury to 3 Paralympic Gold Medals
In this episode of Before You Bloom, I’m joined by Alexa Leary, a Paralympic gold medallist, world record holder, and someone whose story goes far deeper than…
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127 ~ Death Literacy Explained: How to Navigate Grief, Loss & End-of-Life with Baci Hillyer
I’m joined by Baci Hillyer, a Death Literacy Advocate, certified end-of-life doula, speaker, and the founder of Deadicate, a movement dedicated to reclaiming…
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126 ~ From Survival Mode to Calm: Breathwork for Nervous System Healing with Brooke Elliston
In this episode of Before You Bloom, I’m joined by Brooke Elliston, former lawyer turned breath educator and author of The Breath Reset Plan. Brooke shares how…
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125 ~ From Disability to World Records with Brent & Kyle Pease
Today’s episode truly embodies the spirit of perseverance, partnership, and possibility. Hayley is joined by the incredible brother duo, Brent Pease and Kyle…
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124 ~ Surviving Coercive Control: Lauren Trevan’s Story of Abuse and Healing
Hayley sits down with Lauren Trevan to share the truth behind 16 years of coercive control, emotional abuse, and the devastating revelations that changed her…
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123 ~ From Grief to Healing: Katie Lolas on Loss, Motherhood & Finding Herself Again
In this heartfelt episode of Before You Bloom, I’m joined by Katie Lolas, a Sydney high school teacher, mum of two, and the voice behind the much loved online…
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122 ~ Surviving Addiction & Mental Illness : A Story of Recovery and Hope with Adam Sheehy
⚠️ Please note: This episode includes discussions of sexual assault, addiction, and suicide. Listener discretion is advised.⚠️ In this powerful episode of…
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121 ~ Navigating Pregnancy Loss, IVF & Fertility Challenges with Bianca Verdun-Koper
I’m joined by Bianca, a mother, advocate, and woman navigating profound grief, fertility challenges, and hope in the midst of heartbreak. Bianca shares her…
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120 ~ Diagnosed With Leukaemia Straight After Giving Birth: Emma Godfrey’s Story of Survival
I sit down with Emma Godfrey to share her extraordinary story of motherhood, survival, and resilience. Emma was diagnosed with Acute Promyelocytic Leukaemia…
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119 ~ Why Getting Older Isn’t a Decline : 74-Year-Old Carol Lefevre on Ageing & Ongoingness
I’m joined by the extraordinary Carol Lefevre. In a world where conversations about ageing so often centre on mid-life or decline, Carol offers something rare…
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118 ~ Living With Stage 4 Endometriosis & A Fertility Story Of Hope with Krystal
I’m joined by the incredible Krystal, a woman whose strength, resilience, and honesty will stay with you long after the episode ends. Krystal’s journey with…
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117 ~ Living with Brain Cancer at 29: Francesca Klemich's Story of Strength & Hope
In today’s deeply moving episode of Before You Bloom, I’m joined by the incredibly brave and beautiful Francesca Klemich, a 30-year-old woman who was diagnosed…
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116 ~ Embracing Your Differences: Madi Young on Confidence, Positivity & Self-Love
In this week’s episode of Before You Bloom, I’m joined by the radiant Madi Young, a content creator who embodies confidence, resilience, and pure joy. Madi has…
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115 (Part 2) ~ Mastering My Messy Life with Steph Pase: ADHD, Anxiety, Grief & Healing
Today on Before You Bloom, I’m joined by the incredible Steph Pase : a mum, entrepreneur, creator, and the heart behind one of Australia’s most loved online…
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115 (Part 1) ~ Mastering My Messy Life with Steph Pase: ADHD, Anxiety, Grief & Healing
Today on Before You Bloom, I’m joined by the incredible Steph Pase : a mum, entrepreneur, creator, and the heart behind one of Australia’s most loved online…
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114 ~ The Art of Forgiveness with Rachael Coopes : Finding Peace, Healing, and Self-Compassion
In this soulful episode of Before You Bloom, Hayley sits down with beloved Play School presenter, actor, writer, and author Rachael Coopes to explore one of…
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113 (PART 2) ~ Healing After Childhood Sexual Abuse & Lyme Disease, Jessica Ella on Trauma Recovery
Today's episode is both deeply moving and powerfully inspiring. I’m joined by Jessica Ella, a trauma therapist whose personal story is one of unimaginable…
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113 (PART 1) ~ Healing After Childhood Sexual Abuse & Lyme Disease, Jessica Ella on Trauma Recovery
Today's episode is both deeply moving and powerfully inspiring. I’m joined by Jessica Ella, a trauma therapist whose personal story is one of unimaginable…
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112 ~ Understanding Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) Through Chris’s Journey
Welcome back to Before You Bloom. In today’s episode, I’m joined by Chris, who lives with Functional Neurological Disorder (FND), a condition that disrupts how…
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111 ~ How Childhood Imprints Shape Us and How to Heal Them with Lael Stone
This week on Before You Bloom, I’m joined by the incredible Lael Stone, educator, speaker, parenting counsellor, co-founder of Woodline Primary School, and…
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110 ~ From Stage 4 Endometriosis to FemTech Founder: Juliet Oliver’s Story and Endo45 App
I’m joined by the incredible Juliet Oliver, a Kiwi engineer turned FemTech founder, who has transformed her battle with stage 4 endometriosis into a global…
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109 ~ Waking Up After Four Months in a Coma with a Traumatic Brain Injury: Danielle Donald’s Remarkable Recovery
In this episode of Before You Bloom, Hayley sits down with Danielle Donald, whose life changed in an instant after a devastating high speed car accident on…
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108 ~ From Body Dysmorphia to Self-Love: Maiana Kerr’s Journey
I’m joined by the inspiring Maiana, who opens up about her personal journey with body image and mental health. From navigating body dysmorphia and eating…
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107 ~ Erna Walraven: One of Australia’s First Female Zookeepers on Animals, Attenborough, Feminism and Courage
In this episode of Before You Bloom, I sit down with Erna Walraven, one of Australia’s first female zookeepers and the former Senior Curator at Taronga Zoo…
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106 ~ How to Leave the House with Social Anxiety: An Introvert’s Guide with Jenny Valentish
I’m joined by Jenny Valentish, Walkley Award-nominated journalist and author of the new book The Introvert’s Guide to Leaving the House. Jenny speaks the…
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105 ~ Living with Stage 4 Thoracic Endometriosis: Grace King’s Story
I sit down with Grace King to share her deeply personal journey with Stage 4 thoracic endometriosis, a rare and often misunderstood form of the condition that…
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104 (Part 2) ~ Steph Kelly on Invisible Illness, TPN & Rebuilding Life After Trauma
I sit down with the incredible Steph Kelly to talk about her life after a traumatic car accident that changed everything. Steph lives with multiple chronic…
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104 (Part 1) ~ Steph Kelly on Invisible Illness, TPN & Rebuilding Life After Trauma
I sit down with the incredible Steph Kelly to talk about her life after a traumatic car accident that changed everything. Steph lives with multiple chronic…
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103 ~ From Brain Tumour to Broken Brains: Jamila Rizvi on Illness, Identity & Recovery
In this powerful episode of Before You Bloom, I’m joined by the brilliant Jamila Rizvi, bestselling author, speaker, and fierce advocate for women’s health…
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102 ~ Owning Your Confidence: Jessica Newman on Living Boldly with Alopecia
In this powerful episode of Before You Bloom, I sit down with the radiant Jessica Newman to talk about her journey with Alopecia, from the first signs of hair…
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101 ~ Endometriosis, Chronic Pain & Self-Advocacy with Heledd Roberts
I sit down with the lovely Heledd to explore her deeply personal journey with endometriosis from the very first signs to surgery, painful flare-ups, and the…
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100 ~ Sarah Davidson’s Journey from Adrenal Fatigue & Severe Anxiety to a Playful Philosophy of Joy
I’m joined by the incredible Sarah Davidson, a multi-passionate entrepreneur, podcast host, speaker, author, and mother, whose journey is a masterclass in…
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99 ~ Rediscovering Yourself After People-Pleasing, Chronic Illness & Pain with Hollie Azzopardi
In this raw and radiant conversation, Hayley is joined by bestselling author, speaker, and self-connection guide Hollie Azzopardi, as she opens up about the…
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98 ~ Surgeon, Author, Patient, Mother: Gabriel Weston on Why Anatomy Isn’t Clinical - It’s Deeply Personal
In this deeply insightful episode, I sit down with surgeon, author, and broadcaster Gabriel Weston, whose unconventional path from English literature to…
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97 (Part 2) ~ Infertility, Loss & Finding Yourself Again : Clarissa’s Successful Fertility Transformation
In this two part heartfelt episode of Before You Bloom, I sit down with Clarissa, fertility mentor, author, and mother of three, for an emotional and deeply…
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97 (Part 1) ~ Infertility, Loss & Finding Yourself Again : Clarissa’s Successful Fertility Transformation
In this two part heartfelt episode of Before You Bloom, I sit down with Clarissa, fertility mentor, author, and mother of three, for an emotional and deeply…
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96 ~ Silent Symptoms, Loud Strength: Triple Negative Breast Cancer with Crissy Campagna
In today’s powerful episode, I’m joined by Crissy, a vibrant, courageous woman who faced one of the most aggressive forms of breast cancer: triple negative…
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95 ~ Mental Illness & Finding Healing with Holly Hams
In today's episode of Before You Bloom, I sit down with Holly who is a passionate mental health advocate and business owner. Holly opens up about her…
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94 ~ Chronic illness and Autism with the incredible Tayler (@distaaybled)
I sit down with the inspiring Tayler to unpack her journey through Chronic illness, Autism, self-discovery, and resilience. Tayler shares her experience living…
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93 ~ Living with Alopecia & Embracing Self-Love with Holly Faller
In today’s episode of Before You Bloom, I’m joined by the beautiful and inspiring Holly Faller. Holly shares her journey of living with alopecia, from the…
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92 ~ Grief, Loss, Anxiety & Imposter Syndrome : Healing in Seoul, South Korea with Christine Newell
Christine Newell spent a challenging yet life‑changing year in South Korea, working with an experimental theatre company. Grieving her father and wrestling…
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91 (Part 2) ~ Healing from the Inside Out: Inner Child & Somatic Work with Psychotherapist Sophia Maria
In this two part soul-nourishing episode of Before You Bloom, I’m joined by the deeply insightful and compassionate Sophia, a psychotherapist who specialises…
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91 (Part 1) ~ Healing from the Inside Out: Inner Child & Somatic Work with Psychotherapist Sophia Maria
In this two part soul-nourishing episode of Before You Bloom, I’m joined by the deeply insightful and compassionate Sophia, a psychotherapist who specialises…
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90 ~ Endometriosis, 5 Miscarriages, & Going On Shark Tank : Kellie Johnson’s Inspiring Story
I’m joined by the courageous and compassionate Kellie, founder of Kosi, Endometriosis warrior and Shark Tank success story. Kellie opens up about her battle…
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89 ~ Chronic Illness, Self-Healing and Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) with Shellee Rose
Living with chronic illness is a constant balancing act, and Shellee Rose knows this all too well. Diagnosed with Crohn’s disease, endometriosis, and…
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88 ~ Mastering Relationship Anxiety with Georgie Collinson, Australia's leading Anxiety Therapist
In this powerful episode of Before You Bloom, I sit down with Georgie Collinson, Anxiety Therapist, bestselling author, and creator of The Anxiety Reset…
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87 ~ Living with CIDP & Chronic Illness : Anna DiBlosi's Journey of Resilience, Advocacy & Hope
What happens when your life is suddenly flipped upside down by a rare and debilitating illness? In this episode of Before You Bloom, I sit down with Anna, a 29…