How Two Live : The Podcast

Listen if: You ever feel scared to share the feelings you're having. In part two of this episode, Jess and Stef continue to open up about their own mental health, and the healing journeys they've each been on over the last few years. Hear about:Creating a toolbox for yourself to deal with anything you might face.Why you need to connect with your inner child.How to learn to enjoy your own company and be alone.What to do if you don’t like talk therapy.The transformative experience that Stef experienced in 2019.The books/authors Stef mentioned in this episode:Waking the Tiger by Peter Levine.Homecoming by John Bradshaw.How to Be an Adult in Relationships by David Richo. You can find Jess and Stef on Instagram at @howtwolive and @howtwolivethepodcast. Join our Facebook group at facebook.com/groups/howtwolivethepodcast  To get in touch, email [email protected]. CREDITS Music by: KinkoraEdited by: Andy Maher Coordinated by: Bianca Wittner  See acast.com/pr

Listen if: You feel like there aren’t enough hours in your day. In this episode, Jess and Stef chat to Dr Amantha Imber, organisational psychologist, founder of Australia’s leading innovation consultancy, Inventium, and host of the podcast How I Work. Hear about:How you could be working with maximum productivity in less time.How to get more done in a four day work week. How changing the way we work can boost our happiness.Why you should proactively design your work day based around your chronotype.How to stop multitasking and start monotasking to improve productivity.Why you should turn notifications off all your digital distractions.What the best way to communicate as a team is.Why being a perfectionist is holding you back.  The apps Amantha mentioned: Test your chronotype: https://thepowerofwhenquiz.com/.Lock yourself out of distractions: https://freedom.to/.Schedule emails: https://superhuman.com/.Save articles for later: https://getpocket.com/.Stay focused: https://www.forest

Listen if: You ever feel scared to share the feelings you're having.In this episode, Jess and Stef open up about their own mental health, and the healing journeys they've each been on over the last few years.Warning: This episode contains discussion about eating disorders.Hear about:Why mental health struggles are totally normal.How we're all shamed into holding in our feelings.Why you never know what's going on on the inside for someone.Jess's personal mental health struggles as she shares them for the first time.Jess's issues with self-esteem.The ways that yoga has helped her.You can find Jess and Stef on Instagram at @howtwolive and @howtwolivethepodcast.Join our Facebook group at facebook.com/groups/howtwolivethepodcast  To get in touch, email [email protected]. CREDITS Music by: KinkoraEdited by: Andy Maher Coordinated by: Bianca Wittner  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Listen if: You're living life as a muggle but suspect you may have witchy powers.In this episode, Jess and Stef chat to Allira Potter, the sassy spiritual healer who can reads minds, and proud Yorta Yorta woman.Hear about:How Allira is incorporating her Aboriginal heritage to create her own unique style of healing.Why Allira is setting out to change the wellness space.Aboriginal culture and why acknowledging it is so important.How you can tap into your own witchy powers.Where to start with spiritual and self work.How to overcome your traumas.How you can go out and follow your passions.How to get out of a comparison mindset.Plus, the big role Harry Potter plays in her life.You can find Allira on Instagram at @allirapotterYou can find Jess and Stef on Instagram at @howtwolive and @howtwolivethepodcast.Join our Facebook group at facebook.com/groups/howtwolivethepodcast  To get in touch, email [email protected]. CREDITS Music by: KinkoraEdited by: Andy Maher Coordinated by: Bianca Wi

Listen if: You know climate change can't wait for 2025 plans.In this episode, Jess and Stef discuss their plans to turn their footwear label TWOOBS fully sustainable.Hear about:Why they considered closing TWOOBS after the 2019 climate strikeWhy seeing their sales drop off in 2020 has been a precious giftWhy if you're an animal lover you should care about the environmentHow we can all shift from individual thinking to collective thinkingWhy they cancelled their 25 piece collection and the learning there for all businessesHow they're going fully sustainable in just 18 months when most brands are aiming for 2025The challenges associated with going sustainable and why they'll be sharing their findings with other businessesYou can find Jess and Stef on Instagram at @howtwolive and @howtwolivethepodcast.Join our Facebook group at facebook.com/groups/howtwolivethepodcast  To get in touch, email [email protected]. CREDITS Music by: KinkoraEdited by: Andy Maher Coordinated by: Bianca Witt

Listen if: You and your BFF have a brilliant business idea.In this episode, Jess and Stef chat to Katia Santilli and Vera Yan, founders of sustainable activewear brand Nimble.Tune in to hear the Nimble story, from how two childhood best friends identified a gap in the market during a yoga class, to how years later a moment on the shop floor was the catalyst to pivot the brand and focus on sustainability. Hear why even in a digital world, Katia and Vera champion having a physical store as a touchpoint for the brand, how the business has changed as it has grown, the mistakes they’ve made and things they’ve learnt along the way.Plus, thinking about going into business with a friend? Katia and Vera share nuggets of wisdom like what to look for in a business partner, the importance of shared values and vision, and how they balance their friendship with work. You can find Nimble on Instagram at @nimbleactivewear.You can find Jess and Stef on Instagram at @howtwolive and @howtwolivethepodcast.Join our Facebook

Listen if: You’re wondering why hard work has to be so “hard”.In this episode, Jess and Stef sit down to discuss the concept of “the hustle”, and why they are moving away from working themselves to the bone, instead opting for more enjoyable and meaningful ways of running their business.In this thought provoking conversation, the sisters question why we put our work before other important things in life, discussing why doing things from a state of tension isn’t productive, and how often a lot of us get caught up in wanting to be perceived as hard workers. You’ll learn how to let go of attachment to outcomes, how to surrender your perfectionism, how to strike a healthy balance between hustling and finding joy in your work, and rethink the way you hustle for good.You can find Jess and Stef on Instagram at @howtwolive and @howtwolivethepodcast.Join our Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2792364567571222/  To get in touch, email [email protected]. CREDITS Music by:

Listen if: You want to spend 45 minutes having a good cry and a good laugh.In this episode, Jess and Stef sit down with Lizzie Velásquez, the motivational speaker and anti-bullying activist who was born with an extremely rare congenital disease called Marfanoid–progeroid–lipodystrophy syndrome.In this empowering listen, Lizzie shares her experience with bullying, including what it was like to find a YouTube video at age 17 labelling her the ‘World’s Ugliest Woman’ and how she overcame tremendous obstacles to forge an incredible career of uplifting and inspiring people every day.Tune in to hear Lizzie chat to the sisters about building confidence, the importance of saying no, and how forgiveness can foster healing. Plus, Lizzie spills how she really defines success, and reveals the surprising perk that comes with her condition.You can find Lizzie on Instagram at @littlelizziev.You can find Jess and Stef on Instagram at @howtwolive and @howtwolivethepodcast.Join our Facebook group at facebook.com/howtwolivethep

Listen if: You’re wondering how brands can contribute to pushing for change. In this episode, Jess and Stef have an open and honest conversation about the events that have unfolded in the past few weeks bringing the Black Lives Matter movement to the forefront, and how as brand owners they are leading their business with their strong values. Having created their shoe label TWOOBS from a place of wanting to make shoes that were accessible, the sisters share their personal feelings at this time, including why inclusivity is so important to them, and the responsibility that brands have to initiate change. Tune in to hear them chat about what they’ve learnt during this time of reflection, and their plans to continue to constantly improve moving forward.You can find TWOOBS on Instagram at @twoobs.You can find Jess and Stef on Instagram at @howtwolive and @howtwolivethepodcast.Join our Facebook group here.  To get in touch, email [email protected]. CREDITS Music by: KausyEdited by

Listen if: You’ve noticed pronouns in someone’s email signature and wondered why it’s important.In this episode, Jess and Stef sit down with Asia Kate Dillon, the gender non-conforming actor best known for their role as Taylor in Billions.Tune into this important chat about identity that will see you come out wiser and more educated next time you’re in a conversation about gender pronouns. Hear Asia chat to Jess and Stef about forging their own path in Hollywood, how landing the role of Taylor in Billions was instrumental in helping Asia find their own identity, and their antidote to imposter syndrome. The sisters also pick Asia’s brain on everything gender and pronouns, as Asia explains what it means to not fit into a specific gender box, and shares advice on how cisgender people can get involved in the conversation. Plus, Asia spills a hint of what’s to come in this season of Billions.Watch the new season of Billions on Stan.You can find Asia on Instagram at @asiakatedillon.You can find Jess and Stef o

Listen if: You’re interested in this whole spiritual thing but you’re not really sure where to begin. In this episode, Jess and Stef chat to Sah D’Simone, the meditation teacher known for his viral dance medicine videos and spiritually sassy approach.Tune in to hear Sah share a host of practical tips and tricks to help you start living a more authentic life, including what it means to be a joy activist, what to do when destructive thoughts creep in, and how to reclaim power and become the master of your own mind.In this feel-good conversation, the sisters and Sah discuss why it’s important to have discipline when it comes to social media, why we all feel imposter syndrome and how to conquer it, plus Jess and Stef look to Sah for advice on overcoming the mindset of comparison. You’ll also hear how Sah’s healing journey led him to create ‘The Sah Method,’ fusing playfulness with the spiritual path, and how you can become a part of his spiritually sassy posse (trust us, you’ll want in).You can find Sah on I

This podcast was recorded in collaboration with Sarah Davidson from Seize the Yay.Listen if: The thought of a cold shower sends a shiver down your spine… literally.In this episode, Jess, Stef and Sarah chat to Wim Hof, the Dutch extreme athlete known for his ability to withstand freezing temperatures.Tune in to hear the incredible and eccentric Wim explain how his health-restoring way of deep breathing, known as the Wim Hof Method (WHM), will change your mindset and your life. Wim shares the story of how he healed himself from personal trauma through cold water immersion, going on to develop the WHM despite being told he was crazy, and why he’s passionate about making his method accessible to all.You’ll learn how stress affects your cell biology, how you can boost your immune system and heal yourself for free, and why age is not a factor when it comes to energy or strength. Plus hear Wim tell the story of the time he taught his breathing techniques to a group and then injected them with a virus to prove its a

Listen if: You want to know what employers are REALLY looking for.In this episode, Jess and Stef reveal all their top tips to help you land the job of your dreams!Whether you’re on the job hunt or you’re looking for a total career change, consider this your application bible, as Jess and Stef dish what really matters to them as employers. You’ll learn how to make your CV stand out, what to put in a cover letter, how to nail the interview and land that job, plus the girls share their advice on discovering your passions.  Tune in to hear the best places to search for a job, how to make your dream company notice you, and hear the sisters’ views on the importance of personalising your application. Plus Jess and Stef share the number one quality they notice in an interview, as well as their tried and tested method to pump yourself up beforehand and shake those nerves.Identify your strengths: here.Listen to the episode on persuasive emailing: here.You can find Jess and Stef on Instagram at @howtwolive.Joi

Listen if: You believe in the saying “everyone has a book inside of them”.In this episode, Jess and Stef chat to Veronica Roth, the American novelist best known for the Divergent trilogy.Ever wondered what goes on inside the wild mind of a fiction author? Veronica shares how a college psychology class inspired the Divergent Series, and how she sources inspiration everywhere, from science to music. Tune in to hear Veronica’s take on why the best creative work happens when we don’t try so hard, why fear is the enemy of great work and how she deals with bad reviews.Veronica shares what a day in the life as a full time author looks like, offering tips and tricks on how to structure your day when working from home. Veronica openly shares how she manages anxiety and sets boundaries on social media to protect her mental health, plus she dishes all her knowledge on what it really takes to write a book, as well as what it’s like having a novel adapted for the big screen!You can find Veronica on Instagram at @vrothbook

Listen if: Societal pressure has ever stopped you from doing something you really wanted to.In this episode, Jess and Stef sit down with gender non-conforming Indian-American writer, performance artist, and media personality, Alok Vaid-Menon.Alok reveals many incredible insights on how we all possess the ability to be loving, accepting and compassionate, and how self-transformation is linked to transformation of the world. Alok shares their own story of dealing with harassment and coming to find their confidence, offering important advice on why you should never compromise on your authenticity.Tune in to hear Alok explain what it means to be gender non-conforming, and learn why mental health is behind all human rights issues, how to come back into your body and give yourself permission to feel, why we’re all artists. Plus, the three have a conversation around why body hair is such an emotional topic, and Alok shares their favourite fashion brands and what it was like to star in a Sam Smith music video!You can

Listen if: 2020 isn’t going quite as you had planned...In this episode, Jess and Stef have a conversation about why it’s important to shift the plans you had created for yourself this year. As the sisters chat about their own personal & work goals, they discuss why we feel guilt and how we can let go of it, the importance of community, and the opportunities we now have to rethink the way we do things and how we spend our time. You’ll learn how to reframe your 2020 goals, how to tune into your body and listen to what you really want, and how to strike the perfect balance between binge watching & having fun. Plus Stef shares the 80/20 principle that will blow your mind, and Jess reveals valuable advice direct from her therapist.You can find Jess and Stef on Instagram at @howtwolive.Join our Facebook group here.  To get in touch, email [email protected]. CREDITS Music by: KausyEdited by: Andy Maher Coordinated by: Bianca Wittner  See acast.com/privacy for priv

Listen if: You only feel beautiful if you’ve got make up on... but you've never stopped to really think about why.In this episode Jess and Stef sit down with Erika Geraerts, one of the co-founders of Frank Body who went on to start make up company Fluff.In this important conversation that every woman needs to hear, Erika explains why she started a make up brand that encourages people to wear less make up, discussing problems with the beauty industry and how she’s endeavouring to shift the narrative. Erika shares why she decided to target Gen Z, offering insights into what extensive research has revealed about marketing to the younger generation, and how they differ from millennials. Erika will leave you feeling empowered and inspired, as she talks about finding the balance between purpose and profit, why she believes acceptance of individuality is the future, and describes what she does when she’s feeling overwhelmed about all the issues in the world. Plus, find out the reason why Erika receives an email

Listen if: Your body is begging you to slow down and take a break.In this episode, Jess and Stef sit down with Laura Poole, meditation teacher, co-creator of the One Giant Mind app and founder of Mahasoma Meditation collective.This inspiring conversation dives into meditation and so much further beyond, as Laura offers tangible advice on how to transform your mindset and your life through going within. You will learn how your subconscious belief systems affect your actions, how to break free from negative thought patterns, and how to alter your habits and enact long lasting transformations.Tune in to soak up Laura’s wisdom on the science of stress, listening to your body, and how you can break the addiction to doing. Plus hear Laura’s explanation on how meditation can help you transcend beyond your surface level identity to discover the deeper experience of who you truly are."The word 'meditation' in its widest etymological sense means 'expansion of wisdom into infinity'." - Ramamurti S. MishraYou can find La

Listen if: Pretty much your whole Instagram feed is pictures of baby animals.In this episode, Jess and Stef chat to Pam Ahern, founder of Edgar’s Mission, the renowned Australian animal rescue sanctuary. In this inspiring conversation, Pam tells the story of how a pig named Edgar came into her life and changed everything, sharing her favourite rescue stories along the way. Pam discusses the way she’s shifting people’s mindsets around animals, and answers Jess and Stef’s questions on the differences between dogs and cats and the rest of the animal kingdom.Tune into this uplifting listen about the kindness of the human spirit, and how to start a dialogue with your friends about animal welfare that’s gentle and not judgey. Plus, Pam shares the story of becoming a “vejan” before it was cool, and what a day in the life on a rescue farm looks like.You can find Edgar’s Mission on Instagram at @edgarsmission, and find ways to support the sanctuary at edgarsmission.org.au. You can find Jess and Stef on Insta

Listen if: You’ve ever wondered how some businesses just always seem to keep up with the times.In this episode, Jess and Stef sit down with Lucy Feagins, founder of The Design Files, Australia’s most popular design blog.Lucy tells the story of turning her side hustle into a thriving business, sharing the pressures she’s faced along the road, and offering advice on how to ride out lulls that inevitably come in all businesses. The three compare ideas on how the digital media landscape has changed, and discuss the importance of authenticity.Lucy shares all her knowledge on how to stay current with digital trends, learning how to be someone’s boss when you’re a creative at heart, and why it’s important to have integrity. Plus, want to refresh your home? Lucy dishes her top tips on updating your interior space.You can find Lucy on Instagram at @thedesignfiles and her blog at thedesignfiles.net. You can find Jess and Stef on Instagram at @howtwolive.Join our Facebook group here.  To get in touch, ema