Two Tassie Chicks
Two Tassie Chicks
Two Tassie Chicks
Two Tassie Chicks, both at different stages of their twenties, talking all things mental health, social standards and everything in between.
“Things I’d Tell My Younger Self” Advice From Previous Guests
This episode marks the end of Season Two! And what a wonderful time it’s been. We put together all of the best advice our wise guests would give to their younger selves. It’s a bit of an inspirational one today so strap in!! Hosts: Bronny Lisson & Grier Brindley Follow us on socials to stay up to date! @twotassiechicks on Instagram and Facebook.
May 29, 2023
21 min
Embrace your Body: Body Image and Radical Acceptance with Sam Ikin, Host of Butterfly Let’s talk.
Today we are chatting with a very special guest, Sam Ikin. Sam is a body positivity advocate, journalist, the head of Ikin Media, as well as the host of the butterfly foundations podcast “Butterfly: Let’s Talk”. We believe all bodies are good bodies, regardless of their size, shape, or appearance. But we also know that it's not always easy to embrace our bodies, especially in a society that constantly tells us that we're not good enough… So today we are talking about body image, mental health and talking about radical acceptance. Things discussed in this episode: -What is radical self-acceptance? -Unpacking our own personal experiences with body image. -Comparison on Social media -Eating disorders (Trigger warning). We recognise this episode may not be for everyone as it touches on some triggering topics. You can reach out to beyond blue or the Butterfly Foundation on their 24/7 hotlines. Butterfly: 1800 33 4673 Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636 Hosts: Grier Brindley & Bronny Lisson Stay up to date with us on socials! Instagram & Facebook @twotassiechicks
May 22, 2023
52 min
Talking Terrys Band with Lead Singer Finchy & Our Hot Take on Alcohol Consumption
This week we are joined by Finchy from The Terrys Band! We chat all about the bands quick rise to fame, the behind the scenes of recording a “Like a version” on Triple J, making it into the hottest 100, what it was like being a band born in the covid era, and much much more! ALSO! Make sure you listen to the end to hear our unsolicited opinions on alcoholism in your twenties. As usual you can find us on Instagram and Facebook @twotassiechicks. Make sure you give us a follow to stay up to date! Hosts: Grier Brindley & Bronny Lisson
May 15, 2023
48 min
MEDHANIT- Musician, Performer & Writer: On How to Back Yourself
Our latest episode features the incredibly cool and and insanely talented Medhanit. Medhanit has been named one of Triple J’s artists to watch this year and if you’ve been listening to her recent singles you’ll know why! During this conversation we talk about Medhanit’s music career and the awesome things she has experienced so far (like releasing music and working with artists like Holy Holy and PNAU). Medhanit talks about her creative process, what music means to her, and touches on her experience with anxiety and how she’s learned to back herself as an artist. We LOVED recording this episode and although we’re not superstars, the things Medhanit discusses are super relatable! We hope you enjoy the episode as much as we enjoyed making it! Hosts: Grier Brindley and Bronny Lisson Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @twotassiechicks
May 8, 2023
59 min
Feeling Burnt Out, Toxic Positivity & Does it Take Two to Cheat? Q&A
This week we introduce a new segment called Hot-Take where we spill our feelings into the microphones about whatever topic is on our mind this week. Usually this will be a short segment at the end of an episode but for today we thought we’d share the opinions nobody asked for for an entire episode!! We also answered a couple of questions/comments that some of our listeners wrote into the pod including feeling burnt out while studying and working full time. We hope you enjoy this episode, thanks so much for listening! Hosts: Grier Brindley and Bronny Lisson Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @twotassiechicks Music: Harry Yates
Apr 19, 2023
36 min
Hugo Bladel meets Juice Monsoon: Disco ain’t dead
This week the chicks sit down with the wonderful and multitalented Hugo Bladel. Hugo is a talented musician, songwriter, DJ, and a certified circus performer — amongst many other things! In this episode we discuss how Hugo went from playing soccer in London to performing on stage at the Australian Open alongside names like Amy Shark, Flight Facilities, and the Presets (just to name a few). Hugo discusses how he got to where he is today as a successful musician and DJ and what he is doing next to reach his dreams and goals. This is an inspirational chat that touches on Hugo’s life lessons so far and isn’t just for those who are interested in becoming musicians. Hugo is really going places and we loved having this chat. Enjoy! Find us on Instagram and Facebook @twotassiechicks Hosts: Grier Brindley & Bronny Lisson Music by Harry Yates
Apr 10, 2023
50 min
Naarah: Actress, Musician, & Performer. Getting to know her before she hits our screens
Today the Chicks talk to the inspiration that is Naarah. Naraah is a proud Aboriginal woman who is empowering communities through the creative arts. She is an award winning singer and performer as well as a mentor and teacher. She is now breaking into the on-screen world with Amazon Prime this year. This chat was a special one and we can’t wait to share it with you. What we cover in this episode: -Where her love of the performing arts began -Going to University and winning the OSSA prize -Her volunteer work in remote Northern Territory -Being a role model -Getting a lead role in ’The Sapphires’ -Recording her original music in the studio -Facing barriers and not giving up -Growing up with two homes- Tasmania and the Kimberley -Getting funded $100,000 for a TikTok series -Taking her talent the screen with Amazon Prime’s “Deadloch” -Why no two pathways look the same -What is coming next for her Hosts: Grier Brindley and Bronny Lisson Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @twotassiechicks Music: Harry Yates
Apr 3, 2023
41 min
Baby Dave Band: Songwriting, Performing, & a bit of… SpongeBob?
This week the chicks chat to dynamic duo Baby Dave, aka Theo and Joe. Baby Dave have performed at Tasmanian music festivals including Falls Festival and Great Escape… and now they’re on our podcast! You probably wouldn’t expect two blokes to make such a big sound but these guys are absolute rockstars. We speak with the guys about song writing, the thrill of performing, how they got into music, and also get into some light hearted chats. We know the biggest question on everyone’s minds is “Why did they choose the name Baby Dave?” And don’t you worry, we find that out too! Hosts: Grier Brindley & Bronny Lisson Instagram and Facebook @twotassiechicks Music: Harry Yates
Mar 27, 2023
47 min
Food for Thought: Alana Mann on Food Security and Sustainability in our Changing Climate.
Welcome back to season 2 of Two Tassie Chicks. Our first episode back features the incredible Alana Mann. Alana discusses the important topic of food security, sustainability and how it is affecting us and the climate we live in. If you think this doesn’t concern you we promise it does. We are surrounded by food and diet choices every day; from the supermarket to the social media content we consume, this chat really made us see how there is so much more to think about when it comes to choosing what foods to eat and how not everyone is afforded the luxury of choice. We hope you get as much out of this episode as we did. Follow us on Instagram & Facebook @twotassiechicks Hosts: Bronny Lisson & Grier Brindley Music by Harry Yates
Mar 16, 2023
44 min
2022 WRAPPED: culture, trends, and the lessons you learned
And just like that, 2022 is almost gone. This year has flown by so quickly that you might have forgotten everything wild whacky and wonderful that was 2022… so let us remind you! This week the chick’s recap some of the major events of the year; the trends that consumed us all, the cultural moments, weird stories, most used words, Google searches and more! We also hear from some of our wise friends about what their biggest lessons of 2022 were! Find us on Instagram and Facebook @twotassiechicks Hosts: Grier Brindley & Bronny Lisson Music by Harry Yates
Dec 18, 2022
42 min
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