Dr Julie's Coffee Chats
Dr Julie - health researcher, PhD trained and chef, self-trained.
On a mission to leave the next generation and our planet a lot more of a healthier place. This is your space to ask questions on topics that no-one seems to want to discuss. With information that is backed by research along with a good dose of practical advice.
Real Talk. Real People. Real Answers.
Episodes
95 episodes
95. Easter Reset and Run
Feeling guilty post Easter? You are not alone! Tune in for this heart warming episode packed full of tips to change how you reset probably forever and also here from Caz how her running is going or should we say not going and what she is changi...
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Episode 95
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33:05
94. The School Holidays - Again
We’re replaying this episode because—yet again—it’s school holidays here in New Zealand and both myself and Caz are right in the thick of it.This is a conversation that runs so much deeper than it appears on the surface. In this episode,...
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Episode 94
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42:49
93. Caz the School Mum
In this episode Caz and I chat about her transition to being a school mum - juggling all the balls, dropping them, the utter insanity of school hours and some much needed laughs (which really is the best therapy).
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Episode 93
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33:24
92. When Bullying Happens To Your Child
Not long after our deep dive into the viral bullying video Julie found herself in a similar situation. In this episode we talk about what happened, how it was (or was not) managed and where to from here.
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Episode 92
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39:14
91. First CrossFit Open Experience
In this podcast I share my first CrossFit Open with you - the roller coaster of ups ands downs - this is not really about CrossFit but about deeper conversations around doing something just for you, taking on a challenge that you don't feel rea...
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Episode 91
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31:10
90. Caz's Big Decisions
This week's episode is all about Caz!! She has made not just one but two big decisions for herself and her life - this is a deep, moving, vulnerable, loving episode which you will not help but be inspired by.
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Episode 90
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22:11
89. Aussie Mum Going Viral for Confronting Daughter's Bullies
In this episode Caz and I go right into this current incident - we deep dive into all things bullying, what we would do and more importantly what we should all be doing.TW: Mental Health and Suicide
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Episode 89
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46:47
88. Breaking Up with a Friend
In this episode Caz and I tackle the tricky situation of how do you break up with a friend - buckle up peeps!
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Episode 88
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32:00
87. Independent Women Series Part 3
In part 3 of our Independent Women Series you get the low down on three life skills Julie has learnt as part of doing life on her own with the helpful guidance of Caz of course! Get ready for some much needed lols as well as a gentle nudge to l...
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Episode 87
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36:17
86. Juggling Two Jobs
In this episode Caz takes the mic to answer a caller question on what it is truly like to work 2 jobs! Enough said you just need to listen!
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Episode 86
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34:06
85. Online Behaviour
In this episode Caz and I crack open the conversation on online behaviour! This was recorded off the back of a social media 'incident' in Dec 24 (some of you will know what we are talking about) but we talk about the wider impact and how on ear...
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Episode 85
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28:13
84. My Top 3 Nutrition Tips
As it's the start of a new year many of you will have nutrition and wellbeing goals - for some you have been battling and hoping and praying that this year will finally be your year. Well it can be! Here I share my top 3 nutrition tips and secr...
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Episode 84
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26:41
83. Choices
Working, not working, school holidays, daycare, gendered work force we crack everything open here - Caz is about to enter the school system with all this ahead.
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Episode 83
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43:07
82. Hello 2025 (Part 2)
Following on from last week Caz joins the podcast and we talk all things post Xmas, 40th birthday, her wellbeing goals and just what's coming for 2025 - buckle in for all usual shenanigans and much needed laughs as this year gets off to a bang....
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Episode 82
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27:03
81. Hello 2025 (Part 1)
In this episode I recap the homework from last week - yes I did it and it's already made a huge difference in an area of my life that I have found daunting to tackle. I also break down what my actions and goals are in the three big areas of wel...
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Episode 81
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22:13
80. Goals, Vision Boards & Doing the Real Work
Hitting you right from the start of 2025 with some solid inspiration! In this podcast I take a step ahead of sharing what's in store this year with some important homework for you to do (spoiler it's not really as bad as homework!). I encourage...
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Episode 80
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26:16
79. End of 2024
Thank You 2024!What a year!!! In this last episode of 2024 Caz and I wrap the year in our true unfiltered way....we share our biggest lessons, highs, lows and hint at whats around the corner in 2025 - one you will want to tune into as we...
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Episode 79
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28:40
78. Traditions Or Not
In our second to last episode of the year Caz and I come together to have a friendly debate on all things traditions - from Santa to the Easter Bunny to the Tooth Fairy....like all our topics it will give some food for thought on just what you ...
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Episode 78
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30:25
77. Women In Male Fields
The #womeninmalefields has gone absolutely viral on socials and with good reason! Julie already wanted to interrupt the schedule with this topic and then a lovely podcast listener struggling under the huge mental load we all carry (and struggle...
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Episode 77
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36:24
76. Rest
In this episode I crack open the conversation on rest - it's not glamorous, it's not cool to post on social media and yet it is one of the fundamental pillars of our entire wellbeing. Why is it just so important? How do we get rest when we real...
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Episode 76
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35:00
75. Saying No
This week Caz and I explore the art of saying no. In this honest and thought-provoking podcast, we share personal stories, struggles, and insights on why setting boundaries can be so hard—yet so powerful. From navigating expectations to embraci...
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Episode 75
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39:49
74. How Much?
This weeks focus is on "how much"1) How much weight training should we do?2) How much protein should we have a day?3) How much are you saying 'yes' when you really mean 'no'
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Episode 74
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31:08
73. Ray Turns Five
Join us for an episode where we share our motherhood musings on the big milestone of school and reflections on gender curious parenting - this is a really good one on the topic of gender and challenging gender norms for the next generation plus...
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Episode 73
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34:58