Hey Babblers! Today I am joined by educator, mentor and friend Gila. As a Modern Orthodox Jewish woman living in Australia, sometimes Gila can look and feel out of place. It's very easy for people make assumptions about her based on external factors such as the way she dresses or certain lifestyle choices.  In this week's episode, Gila gives us an insight into her experience navigating life as a religious woman in a secular world. We talk dating culture, intimacy, friendships, university, modesty, timelines and societal expectations around being a young mum. We also go into myth buster mode, unpacking some of the most common myths about Modern Orthodox Judaism, and if there is potentially any truth to them... This is an independent podcast created by Madison Lunz. The best way to support Babbles with Besties is by subscribing and leaving a review and 5 star rating (pretty please x) To stay up to date be sure to also follow this podcast on Instagram @babbleswithbesties and check out babbleswithbesties.com

Hey babblers! Today I am joined by friend Amanda (AKA Manz), the founder of the brand new skincare brand, Luna Rossa Botanicals, based in Melbourne.  In this episode Manz talks about her relationship with her skin and how she turned that insecurity into starting a business. She gets real about the challenges she experienced along the way, including working in the skincare industry when you still get acne! Having studied skin science, Manz gives us her top skincare tips and we dissect some of the most bizarre and obscure skincare treatments on the internet. Manz also introduces us to her spiritual side, opening up about the power of manifestion and her multiple past lives?! You can shop Luna Rossa Botanicals at https://lunarossabotanicals.com/ or check out their instagram @lunarossabotanicals This is an independent podcast created by Madison Lunz. The best way to support Babbles with Besties is by subscribing and leaving a review and 5 star rating (pretty please x) To stay up to date be sure to also follow this podcast on Instagram @babbleswithbesties and check out babbleswithbesties.com

Hey babblers! In today's episode I am joined by Ashley, the big sister I never had. Ash hasn’t necessarily lived the typical life of a person in their early twenties. At age 25 she has already lived away from home in a number of different countries around the world and as a result has had to grow up very quickly. It has always been a dream of mine to live and work overseas one day and although we can't uproot our lives in the middle of a pandemic, I thought why not get prepared and learn from the best. Ash shares her lessons & life advice from living overseas including dealing with culture shock, adjusting your lifestyle, making friends, managing finances, dating and all that good stuff. By the end of this episodes you'll have your expectations vs reality in check and will be ready to jump on a flight as soon as borders open.  This is an independent podcast created by Madison Lunz. The best way to support Babbles with Besties is by subscribing and leaving a review and 5 star rating (pretty please x) To stay up to date be sure to also follow this podcast on Instagram @babbleswithbesties and check out babbleswithbesties.com

Hey babblers! Today I am joined by my first ever international guest and someone who I am truely a fan of. Lilliana Dee, more famously known as Lily Whispers ASMR on YouTube, is an ASMR content creator from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In this episode we talk about the sexualisation of ASMR and how Lily feels about these misconceptions about her videos. Lily exposes the sick world of 'fetish mining', how to spot it, and its impact on the ASMR community. Finally, Lily shares her advice on staying safe online and creating positive internet communities for creators and viewers alike. Make sure you stay until the end for a tingly surprise! For more tingles, check out Lily Whispers ASMR on YouTube and Instagram.  To stay informed, check out Lily's Internet Safety Guide: http://www.lillianadee.com/asmr-internet-security-guide This is an independent podcast created by Madison Lunz. The best way to support Babbles with Besties is by subscribing and leaving a review and 5 star rating (pretty please x) To stay up to date be sure to also follow this podcast on Instagram @babbleswithbesties and check out babbleswithbesties.com

Hey babblers! Today I am joined by my longest, old time friend Ashley. Ash is a graphic designer and digital director for 'Emma Pills', which is a sexy, fun, edgy jewellery and accessory brand she created alongside her sister Emma, after whom the brand is named. In this episode I chat to Ash about the story behind the brand, including running a small business during COVID, the challenges of working with family, being newbies in a highly competitive industry and dealing with haters. Ash also spills the tea on working with celebrities and influencers and shares her pinch me moments from Australian Fashion Week. Finally Ash shares her advice for young designers looking to get started in the industry. As you know, Babbles with Besties is all about celebrating my friends and their achievements and this is definitely a proud friend moment for me! In celebration of the 1 Year Anniversary of 'Emma Pills' find the giveaway post on my Insta to go into the running to win the Emma Pills Exclusive Lit Collection for you and your bestie. Check out 'Emma Pills' on instagram @emmapills and check out Ash's design work @ashpill_designs. Join the party and shop the range at https://emmapills.shop/ This is an independent podcast created by Madison Lunz. The best way to support Babbles with Besties is by subscribing and leaving a review and 5 star rating (pretty please x) To stay up to date be sure to also follow this podcast on Instagram @babbleswithbesties and check out babbleswithbesties.com

Hey babblers! You may know her as the confident queen of dating on babbles with besties season 1, but today my friend Kiara is going to be opening up, getting a little bit vulnerable and sharing another side of herself. After being diagnosed with Crohn's disease at age 16 and experiencing a number of significant flare ups that resulted in hospitalisation, Kiara had to reconsider how she goes about living her everyday life. In this episode we chat about the difficulties Kiara has experienced trying to communicate the implications of an 'invisible illness' when to others she "doesn't look sick". It wouldn't be a babbles with besties episode without Kiara sharing her dating stories, but this time Crohn's edition. She also shares the difficulties of navigating friendships when you have an 'invisible illness' and the catalyst that forced her to reevaluate her friendships. Finally Kiara talks about how becoming an ambassador for Crohn's and Colitis has allowed her to take control of her illness.  For more information on Crohn's disease check out https://www.crohnsandcolitis.com.au/  To follow Kiara's Crohn's journey check out her instagram @kiara.cca.  You can support Kiara's September Live Fearless Challenge Campaign on https://www.livefearlesschallenge.com.au/fundraisers/kiaraschonberger/live-fearless-challenge This is an independent podcast created by Madison Lunz. The best way to support Babbles with Besties is by subscribing and leaving a review and 5 star rating (pretty please x) To stay up to date be sure to also follow this podcast on Instagram @babbleswithbesties and check out babbleswithbesties.com

Hey babblers! In today's episode I am joined by my bestie Jayden, although you may know him as that guy from TikTok who made the 'impossible' hole in one in the water bottle! In this episode we chat all things videography and content creation, from crazy travel adventures, to imposter syndrome, misconceptions about creative work, finding originality in a world of content overload, and being accused of stealing others work. Jayden also shares his advice on getting out of a creative rut and his opinion that controversial currency..."exposure".  For more from Jayden follow him on Instagram @jay.bevs and on YouTube at Jayden Beville.  You can also check out more of his work at https://www.jaydenbeville.com This is an independent podcast created by Madison Lunz. The best way to support Babbles with Besties is by subscribing and leaving a review and 5 star rating (pretty please x) To stay up to date be sure to also follow this podcast on Instagram @babbleswithbesties and check out babbleswithbesties.com

Hey babblers! Today I am joined by my friend Rikki, the amazing founder of Cancer Chicks Australia, which is a community for young women who support and empower each other through their experiences with cancer. Rikki was diagnosed with stage 2B Hodgkin's Lymphoma at age 20 in late 2018. After undergoing chemotherapy she is now cancer free and has been for the past 3 years. There is no tip-toeing around the C word. Rikki is a completely open book! In this episode Rikki talks about body image and her changing relationship with her body throughout her cancer treatment. We unpack the connection between hair and beauty in Western society and the idea that hair is often more than just aesthetic. Rikki also talks about the importance of having a strong support system, how she feels about being viewed as "inspiration porn", what happened when she told her boyfriend she had cancer and comparison culture. We also have a chat about young people's attitudes towards health and the problem with young people thinking they are invincible.  If you are an Aussie girl going through or have previously gone through cancer, you can join the Facebook group Cancer Chicks Australia. Otherwise to stay in the loop follow Cancer Chicks on Instagram @cancerchicksau.  This is an independent podcast created by Madison Lunz. The best way to support Babbles with Besties is by subscribing, leaving a review and a 5 star rating (pretty please x) To stay up to date be sure to also follow this podcast on Instagram @babbleswithbesties and check out babbleswithbesties.com

Hey babblers! Today I am joined by Nici, the wonderful founder of TO DO WOMEN, a strong Instagram community of like-minded women who discuss topics otherwise left unspoken, provide tangible tools to manage productivity and achieve our goals, encourage each other to believe in ourselves and regain our sense of self-worth, and, most importantly, to ask for help when it’s needed. In this episode Nici shares her personal journey with self-doubt and how it led to the creation of TO DO WOMEN. We also unpack why self-doubt is so prevalent amongst women, the universal sense of uncertainty we experience in our early/mid twenties, what self-care looks like and why there is so much guilt attached to it. Nici also opens up about her own mental health and shares the importance of taking a mental health day and how best to utilise that time. I also open up about my mid-lockdown productivity funk and Nici provides some tools to help improve well-being and sense of purpose during lockdown. This episode is the ultimate confidence boost if you are going through a tough time, so sit back, relax and enjoy! To shop TO DO WOMEN products and access extra resources visit https://todowomen.com.au/. For daily inspiration, advice and motivation join the community by following Nici on Instagram @to.do__women This is an independent podcast created by Madison Lunz. The best way to support Babbles with Besties is by subscribing and leaving a review and 5 star rating (pretty please x) To stay up to date be sure to also follow this podcast on Instagram @babbleswithbesties and check out babbleswithbesties.com

Hey babblers! Welcome to season 2 of Babbles with Besties. Today I am joined by Pey Pey, an incredible up and coming singer and songwriter based in Sydney. The best way to describe Pey Pey is the lovechild of Lady Gaga and Lana Del Ray, so if you don't already know her, trust me, you are going to want to get to know her. In this episode Pey Pey takes us on a journey from getting started in the music industry, to the stories behind her most popular songs. She takes us behind the scenes of filming the music video for her smash single 'Gin & Tonic' and spills the tea from on set. Pey Pey also shares some of the biggest challenges she has faced throughout her musical career including self-sabotage and body image. I am so proud of this interview and it gives us such a unique insight into the life and mind of a pop star in the making.  Stream 'Gin & Tonic' on Spotify or Apple Music. You can also follow Pey Pey on Instagram and Twitter @peypeymusic and on Facebook @peypeyofficial to stay up to date with  This is an independent podcast created by Madison Lunz. The best way to support Babbles with Besties is by subscribing and leaving a review and 5 star rating (pretty please x) To stay up to date be sure to also follow this podcast on Instagram @babbleswithbesties and check out babbleswithbesties.com