KIC POD

About this podcast

Welcome to the KIC POD. Your weekly D&M on the stuff that matters. Hosted by Steph Claire Smith and Laura Henshaw, founders of Keep It Cleaner, an online fitness program motivating thousands all over the world to live a happier and healthier life. To learn more you can find them on Instagram at @keepitcleaner, @stephclairesmith and @laura.henshaw or visit their website at: www.keepitcleaner.com.au

KIC POD

Episodes

2021
Validating our Emotions & Overcoming Burnout
In today's episode Steph and Laura are joined by special guest and psychologist, Dr Jodie Lowinger. Discussing topics such as anxiety, overwhelming emotions, feeling burnt out and guilt, Dr Jodie helps identify how to manage these feelings, which may arise throughout our day to day lives. KIC SPECIAL SHARES: Laura: The High Note, Movie Steph: Pickawall Wallpaper MENTIONS: Jodie Lowinger's Book: https://www.booktopia.com.au/the-mind-strength-method-jodie-lowinger/book/9781922351388.html For more information or to purchase the new ULTRABOOST 21s, visit adidas.com.au/ultraboost_21
March 2, 2021
59 min
PCOS, Your Questions Answered
Our most requested podcast is here, a conversation on PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome)! We're glad to finally be able to cover off such an important topic with Steph and Dr Amanda Ward. Did you know that Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common health condition that affects 8-13% of women who are at their reproductive age? Whether you suffer from PCOS personally or know someone who does, this discussion with Dr Amanda Ward is super insightful. Steph shares her own experiences with PCOS, whilst Amanda answers all of the incredible community questions which were sent through. KIC SPECIAL SHARES: Laura: Funny story from the week Steph: The Motherhood, by Jamila Rizvi MENTIONS: Guest Amanda Ward:https://www.dramandaward.com.au Jean Hailes Website: https://www.jeanhailes.org.au Ask PCOS Monash APP: https://www.monash.edu/medicine/sphpm/mchri/pcos/resources/askpcos-app For more information or to purchase the new ULTRABOOST 21's, visit adidas.com.au/ultraboost_21
February 23, 2021
42 min
Kindness is Cool
In today's episode of KIC POD Steph and Laura discuss ways we can show ourselves and others, kindness and self-love. This special episode includes messages from members of the KIC community recognising the power of kindness and how simple, yet important random acts of kindness can be. KIC tip to remember - we rise by lifting others up, it’s cool to be kind! KIC SPECIAL SHARES: Laura: Penguin Bloom - Movie Steph: Firefly Lane - Netflix TV series MENTIONS: Chessie king podcast link here: https://podcasts.apple.com/ag/podcast/happy-place/id1353058891 Random acts of kindness website: https://www.randomactsofkindness.org/kindness-ideas WIN 1 of 5 pairs of Ultraboost 21's! Enter here: https://keepitcleaner.typeform.com/to/HGUe3e6d
February 16, 2021
46 min
Finding Confidence in Yourself
Laura and Steph have both struggled with self-assurance over the years but have learnt to apply a range of techniques which help drive self-belief and confidence. Today’s episode touches on imposter syndrome, how gender stereotypes affect our confidence and how we can combat this, why our bodies are not the solution and how to push yourself out of your comfort zone. We hope this episode helps those in need to find their inner self-confidence. KIC SPEACIAL SHARES: Laura: Reminder to get your skin checked! Steph: MiGoals Progress Journal Enter for your chance to win 1 of 5 pairs of Adidas Ultraboost 21's - https://keepitcleaner.typeform.com/to/HGUe3e6d
February 9, 2021
53 min
Lowering Expectations & Going with the Flow in 2021
Welcome to season 3 of the KIC POD! In today's episode Laura and Steph reflect on their most challenging year yet and how they're feeling going into 2021. Both Steph and Laura discuss how they're tackling external pressures regarding marriage and pregnancy/motherhood, then Laura also gives an exciting wedding update. KIC SPECIAL SHARES Laura: A Promised Land - Barack Obama, BUMP - TV series, Bling Empire - TV series Steph: Liane Moriarty - The Husbands Secret, Nine Perfect Strangers & Truly Madly Guilty. For more information on the new ADIDAS ULTRABOOST 21s, visit adidas.com.au/ultraboost_21
February 2, 2021
43 min
2020
Steph Claire Smith - 2020, The Year In Review
In today's episode following on from last week, Laura interviews Steph to reflect on 2020 and the year that was. Steph answers many of the community’s personal questions, discusses her biggest learnings, a special pregnancy update and her goal setting for 2021. On behalf of Keep it Cleaner we'd like to thank you for listening to the KIC Pod, have a happy and safe holiday and we look forward to returning in 2021. KIC SPECIAL SHARES: Steph: Godmothered on Disney + Laura: KIC Rocky Road for Christmas For further information on ghd head to their website www.ghdhair.com/au or check out their Instagram @ghdhair_anz.
December 15, 2020
62 min
Laura Henshaw - 2020, The Year In Review
As 2020 draws to a close, for the final two KIC Pod episodes Steph and Laura will be interviewing each other to reflect on the year. To commence these special episodes, first up we have Steph’s interview with Laura. Laura answers all of your questions and they discuss the year that was, her biggest learnings, a special wedding update and goal setting for 2021. KIC SPECIAL SHARES: Steph: Truly, Madly Guilty by Liane Moriarty Laura: About Time on Netflix For further information on ghd head to their website www.ghdhair.com/au or check out their Instagram @ghdhair_anz
December 8, 2020
59 min
Kate Wasley - Shifting Your Mindset and Body Acceptance
In today's episode we are joined by Kate Wasley. Kate is a model from Perth who has become an advocate for body positivity and is changing the way society looks at women’s bodies. Kate opens up about her journey with disordered eating, fad diets, the dangers of encouraging weight loss and her personal journey to self-love. Kate’s messages are so important, we hope you enjoy hearing about her journey and can learn from her wisdom. You can find Kate on Instagram at @katewas_. KIC SPECIAL SHARES: Steph: Went rogue. Laura: The Imperfects Podcast Interview with Steph. To find out more about Clinique head to www.clinique.com.au or @cliniqueaustralia on Instagram.
December 1, 2020
61 min
Sabrina Frederick - Being the Hero of Your Own Story
Today is a very exciting episode as we are joined by the awesome Sabrina Frederick. Sabrina is a current contestant on SAS Australia, and we are in awe of the determination, vulnerability and resilience she has showcased in each and every challenge. Sabrina opens up about her childhood and relocating from the UK to a rural town in Perth, her experience with casual racism, the pressure of being a female athlete in the Australian media landscape and her journey to self acceptance and owning who she is. She was an absolute joy to record with, and we hope you love this chat as much as we loved recording it. You can follow Sabrina @sabzizzle. KIC BLACK FRIDAY SALE! Our biggest annual sale starts tomorrow (26/11), access 50% off both our monthly and quarterly subscriptions. For less than $25 for 3 months, get access to hundreds of recipes, daily workouts, masterclasses, meditations and more. Sign up to KIC via our website www.keepitcleaner.com.au or on the Apple or Google App Store. KIC SPECIAL SHARES: Steph: Baby’s Choice - Colleen M. Story Laura: Walking Meditation with Meg James on the KIC App To find out more about Clinique head to www.clinique.com.au or @cliniqueaustralia on Instagram.
November 24, 2020
46 min
Dena Amy - An Open Discussion on Mental Health
Today we are joined by singer, dancer, actor, producer and DJ extraordinaire Dena Amy. Dena has been through some of her lowest moments this year, she was diagnosed with PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder) and has spent a lot of her time in hospital and recovering. In this conversation, Dena spoke so openly about her struggles with anxiety and depression and we were so grateful that she was willing to be so vulnerable with us in sharing her story. With such a big profile and incredible career to date, we are in awe of Dena’s willingness to showcase more than the highlight reel we often see with those who have had such success. This episode does have reference to suicide and depression and it may be triggering for some. If you need help please contact Beyond Blue - 1300 22 4636. KIC SPECIAL SHARES: Steph: The Undoing on Binge Laura: The Imperfects Podcast discussion on mindfulness and the power of focusing on the present. To get 15% off at www.clinique.com.au use the promo code KICCLINIQUE at checkout, terms and conditions apply: https://www.clinique.com.au/kicxclinique
November 17, 2020
59 min
Ellice Whichello - Your Relationship With Food Is Power
Show Notes: In today's episode we are joined by KIC Master Trainer, Ellice Whichello. Ellice is a qualified nutritionist and personal trainer who has spent her years working with women to help them rebuild and establish a healthy relationship with food and exercise. This episode discusses building confidence, taking control of our internal voice, beating comparison and looking after our mind and body. We hope you enjoy hearing from Ellice, her words of wisdom are the perfect encouragement to remember to love the skin you're in. You can also find Ellice on Instagram @ellicewhichello and at @combineair.hq. KIC SPECIAL SHARES: Steph: Keep it Cleaner Acai Bowl Laura: The Holiday on Netflix To enter Clinique's Moisture Surge competition head to: https://keepitcleaner.typeform.com/to/rIChszat
November 10, 2020
51 min
Steph's Pregnancy Update
Steph is so excited to finally share her very exciting life update with you all, she is having a baby next year! Steph speaks through the moment she found out she was pregnant, how she has handled the first trimester of her pregnancy, her cravings, the changes in her body and answers all of your questions. She is so overjoyed to share this journey with you all and we hope you enjoy this one. KIC SPECIAL SHARES: Steph: Being pregnant Laura: Keep it Cleaner Smashed Avocado To get 15% off at www.clinique.com.au use the promo code KICEVENBETTER at checkout, terms and conditions apply: https://www.clinique.com.au/kicxclinique
November 3, 2020
62 min
Hugh Van Cuylenburg - The Power of Gratitude
In today's episode we are joined by Hugh Van Cuylenburg. Hugh is the founding director of The Resilience Project, a best selling author, and co-host of the popular podcast, The Imperfects. Hugh has dedicated his life and his work to teaching people all over Australia about resilience and the power of gratitude, empathy and mindfulness. In the year that we have had, Hugh's stories and learnings are so valuable, and we hope this podcast can bring you some much needed joy in 2020. KIC SPECIAL SHARES: Steph: The Happiest Man on Earth by Eddie Jaku Laura: The Imperfects Podcast To get 15% off at www.clinique.com.au use the promo code KICEVENBETTER at checkout, terms and conditions apply: https://www.clinique.com.au/kicxclinique
October 27, 2020
76 min
Eleanor Pendleton - Grit and Determination
Show Notes: In today’s episode we are joined by Eleanor Pendleton, the founder of Gritty Pretty. Eleanor has paved a formidable career path establishing herself as a leader in the beauty and media space. Full of wisdom around hard work, perseverance and determination. We touch on Eleanor’s journey from her first role at Cosmopolitan to where she is now, her family’s impact on her life and career, how she is redefining what beauty means, being a female leader and finally, on her newest journey - navigating motherhood. KIC SPECIAL SHARES: Steph: Starting the day with an upbeat tune.  Laura: Time blocking study days to help with productivity. To find out more about Clinique head to www.clinique.com.au or @cliniqueaustralia on Instagram.
October 20, 2020
59 min
Turia Pitt - The Happiness Expert
Today we are joined by the incredibly inspiring Turia Pitt. In 2011, while running an ultramarathon Turia was caught in a grass fire and 70% of her body was burnt. She had to learn to walk and talk again and in doing so, has inspired and motivated thousands around the world. Turia has just released her fourth book, Happiness and Other Ridiculous Aspirations which is the kind of book we need right now! In this conversation we explore Turia's learnings whilst writing, powerful mindset tips, her journey to confidence and so much more. We laughed and learned whilst with Turia so we hope you take away as much wisdom as we did! KIC SPECIAL SHARES: Steph: Our Planet on Netflix Laura: Emily in Paris on Netflix To get 15% off at www.clinique.com.au use the promo code KICMOISTURESURGE at checkout, terms and conditions apply: https://www.clinique.com.au/kicxclinique
October 13, 2020
61 min
Leigh Campbell - Magazines to Motherhood
In today's episode we are joined by Leigh Campbell. Leigh is the executive editor at Mamamia, and host of two of her own podcasts - You Beauty and This Glorious Mess. We've been dying to get Leigh on the KICPOD and cannot wait for you to hear her incredible story. In this conversation Leigh shares her journey working in magazines and how she got ahead of the shift to digital media, as well as her personal struggles falling pregnant and going through IVF. We hope you enjoy this one as much as we did. Listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. KIC SPECIAL SHARES: Steph: Childhood Choc Crackles recipe in the KIC App Laura: Cosmic Bliss Yoga Flow with Karen in the KIC App To find out more about Clinique head to www.clinique.com.au or @cliniqueaustralia on Instagram.
October 6, 2020
46 min
Ellyse Perry - Perseverance and Perspective
Today we are joined by the one and only Ellyse Perry. Ellyse is an Australian Cricketer, and through her spectacular sporting career has become the face of women's sport in Australia. In this conversation Ellyse is refreshingly open about the pressures that come with being in the spotlight, how she feels about being such a big role model for young women, and how she finds motivation each day. Ellyse is so incredibly humble, and has such a big heart and we hope you feel as much joy in listening as we had recording this. KIC SPECIAL SHARES: Steph: Social Dilemma on Netflix Laura: 'Away' on Netflix To find out more about Clinique head to www.clinique.com.au or @cliniqueaustralia on Instagram.
September 29, 2020
53 min
Michelle and Zara - Navigating your 20's
Show Notes: In today's episode, we are joined by two very special women, Michelle Andrews and Zara McDonald. This is the second time the @Shameless duo have graced the KIC Pod and we were so excited to catch up and chat through their learnings since their business and brand has grown exponentially. They have just released their first book which they co-authored, The Space Between, which covers everything they have navigated so far in their twenties. We touch on relationships, success, finding your voice and so much more. We hope you enjoy this one as much as we do. KIC SPECIAL SHARES: Steph: The Karate Kidwith Jayden Smith Laura: I am Woman on Stan Find out more about TOM Organic at @tomorganic and get access to 10% off TOM Organics reusable range with code KICPOD10 at www.thetomco.com
September 8, 2020
62 min
Marlee Silva - Champion of Change
In today's episode we are very lucky to be joined by the very special, Marlee Silva. Marlee is a 24 year old Gamilaroi/Dunghutti woman who is a change maker, and leader for our generation. She has her first book coming out this week titled My Tidda, My Sister: Stories from Australia's First Women and is the host of her own podcast, Always was Always will be Our Stories. In this episode Marlee is so kindly open and honest about her experience as an Indigenous woman growing up in Sydney, how she has come face to face with racism and how we can do better as allies. Marlee's messages are so powerful and important, we hope you take away as much as we did from this chat. You can follow Marlee @marlee.silva. KIC SPECIAL SHARES: Steph: Using the extra iso time to make Christmas cards. Laura: Sex and The City. Find out more about TOM Organic at @tomorganic and get access to 10% off TOM Organics reusable range with code KICPO10 at www.thetomco.com
September 1, 2020
73 min
2020: Lessons We Learned
In today's episode we decided to sit down together and reflect on the year that we have had so far in 2020. We haven't done a duo episode in so long and so we wanted to use this opportunity to speak through each of our three biggest learnings about ourselves so far. We hope you enjoy this one. KIC SPECIAL SHARES: Steph: Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. Laura: Work Party Podcast. Find out more about TOM Organic at @tomorganic and get access to 10% off TOM Organics reusable range with code KICPOD10 at www.thetomco.com
August 25, 2020
52 min

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KIC POD

Episodes

Validating our Emotions & Overcoming Burnout

PCOS, Your Questions Answered

Kindness is Cool

Finding Confidence in Yourself

Lowering Expectations & Going with the Flow in 2021

Steph Claire Smith - 2020, The Year In Review

Laura Henshaw - 2020, The Year In Review

Kate Wasley - Shifting Your Mindset and Body Acceptance

Sabrina Frederick - Being the Hero of Your Own Story

Dena Amy - An Open Discussion on Mental Health

Ellice Whichello - Your Relationship With Food Is Power

Steph's Pregnancy Update

Hugh Van Cuylenburg - The Power of Gratitude

Eleanor Pendleton - Grit and Determination

Turia Pitt - The Happiness Expert

Leigh Campbell - Magazines to Motherhood

Ellyse Perry - Perseverance and Perspective

Michelle and Zara - Navigating your 20's

Marlee Silva - Champion of Change

2020: Lessons We Learned