Big Mum Energy

This week on Big Mum Energy, Ali chats with her 92-year-old Granny, a woman who’s seen it all from chalk dust and cane chairs to smartboards and smartphones.A retired teacher with a heart of gold, Granny shares her beautiful perspective on how education has evolved, what she’s learned from decades of teaching, and why she believes children are precious from the moment they’re born.Together they talk about: 🍎 How classrooms and kids have changed over 80 years 💬 The lost art of patience, play, and genuine connection 💖 Why helping children grow starts long before they ever step into school 😂 Plus, a few classic “back in my day” stories that’ll make every mum laugh and nod alongIt’s a warm, wise, and deeply human episode a reminder that while times change, the heart of motherhood and teaching never really does.Pull up a chair, pour a cuppa (or a wine), and soak up the timeless wisdom of one extraordinary granny.

In this episode, I sit down with activist, content creator and fellow Mum Ashy Anne to gently — and honestly — unpack what’s happening in Gaza and why we as mums should care.We break it down in a way that’s human, clear, and easy to understand:• why so many families and children are being harmed• why mums around the world are speaking up• what the mainstream media often fails to show• the real human impact on babies, parents, hospitals, and everyday civilians• what “genocide” means in this context, and why people are using that word• practical ways ordinary mums can help — from staying informed to donating, advocating, and protecting their kids’ awareness of humanitarian issuesWe talk about the heartbreaking realities — children losing their lives, hospitals being destroyed, families trying to survive unimaginable violence — and we also talk about hope, solidarity, and the power of using our voices.This isn’t about politics.It’s about humanity.It’s about protecting children — all children — everywhere.If you’ve been confused, overwhelmed, or unsure where to start, this episode gives you a safe, simple, compassionate place to begin.

On this special episode of Big Mum Energy, Ali chats with one of the youngest storytellers in Australia — five-year-old Ruby, creator of the hit kids’ podcast Hat Business, and her mum Ally, who helps bring Ruby’s magical world to life.Hat Business isn’t about selling hats it’s about big adventures, brave moments, and understanding big feelings. Each episode takes kids on a journey through imagination, learning, and emotional resilience… all through the eyes of Ruby and her iconic characters.In this heartwarming conversation, you’ll hear:How the idea for Hat Business started as simple storytelling between mum and daughter.Why kids connect so deeply with adventures that gently teach emotional skills.How Hat Business grew to over 100,000 downloads and became a favourite for families.The power of letting kids lead, create, and express themselves freely.Perfect for parents who want screen-free stories that help kids grow emotionally, and for mums who love seeing their children shine.Join the Hat Business Club today and explore more adventures, get 50% off annual membership when you use code Ruby50 at Hatbusiness.com.auYou can also follow their journey on YouTube @HatBusiness.

This week on Big Mum Energy, Ali sits down with Kerry Spina Townsville mum, educator, and the incredible founder of Kids in Harmony a space that was all about emotional wellbeing for children before it was trending on TikTok.Kerry shares how she built a values-based children’s program long before “big feelings,” “mindful parenting,” and “emotional regulation” became buzzwords and how connection, kindness, and play can truly change families from the inside out.Together, Ali and Kerry unpack: How Kids in Harmony started from two mum’s mission to bring calm and connection into chaos What emotional wellbeing looked like before the internet told us how to parent The real meaning of mindfulness (and how to live it, not hashtag it) Raising emotionally strong kids in an overstimulated worldIt’s soulful, funny, and full of those “I needed to hear that” moments every parent craves.If you’ve ever wanted to raise calmer, kinder, more connected kids this episode will fill your cup (and your heart).

This week on Big Mum Energy, Ali gets real about the day she quite literally fell face-first into chaos landing on a star picket, ending up in hospital, and then somehow… going viral.But instead of empathy, the internet did what it does best: judge, shame, and troll. From cruel comments about her weight to strangers making jokes about her pain, this episode dives into what it actually feels like when your worst moment becomes someone else’s entertainment.Ali opens up about:The accident that left her with a hole in her face (and a bruised ego)What happens when a viral post turns uglyLearning to separate self-worth from social media noiseIt’s raw, unfiltered, and a powerful reminder that behind every viral moment is a human being.If you’ve ever been judged, trolled, or just felt misunderstood this one’s for you.

In this Big Mum Energy special, Ali gets real with her mum the iconic Aunty Kim and asks her 25 questions before she dies.It’s not morbid. It’s magic. The kind of conversation we all say we’ll have one day, but never do. 😂 And of course… a few brutally honest (and hilarious) answers only Aunty Kim could giveIt’s raw, funny, emotional, and beautifully human the perfect mix of laughter and lump-in-your-throat moments that define Big Mum Energy.If you’ve ever wished you could bottle your mum’s stories forever, this episode is your reminder to ask the questions now.

Ali sits down with Kim Cogo Coghlan, Deputy Mayor of Mount Isa mum, community powerhouse, and all-round legend to talk about what kids’ sport really teaches us.They unpack: ⚽ The good, the bad, and the downright hilarious side of junior sport 🏉 Why showing up on the sidelines matters more than winning 🌟 How sport builds resilience, connection, and confidence in kids (and parents!)It’s real, it’s regional, and it’s pure Big Mum Energy celebrating the legends who make kids’ sport possible and the life lessons we all take home from the field.

In this Big Mum Energy Special, Ali sits down with her mum and grandma to talk about the heartbreaking story that’s shaken the nation the disappearance of August “Gus” Lamont, the young boy who vanished without a trace in the outback.Through three generations of mothers, this episode explores: 💔 The gut-wrenching fear every parent feels when they hear stories like this 💬 Why stories like Gus’s hit so deeply because every mum sees her own child in his faceIt’s raw, emotional, and deeply human not a crime story, but a motherhood story. A moment for reflection, empathy, and holding our kids that little bit tighter.Because behind every headline is a family still searching, a community still hoping, and mums everywhere whispering the same thing: please, let him come home.

This week on Big Mum Energy, Ali dives headfirst into the headlines and no, she’s not holding back.We’re reading the big conversations from Kidspot and beyond, including: Should kids under 16 even be on social media? (and why parents need to stop burying their heads in the sand)Why everyone seems deeply offended over literally everything right nowWhat does 67 actually mean (and should you panic if your kids are saying it)?Is Bluey secretly turning your kid into a little brat or are we just blaming a cartoon for bad parenting?And the big one that might just get Ali cancelled: her unfiltered thoughts on Donald Trump.It’s messy, it’s honest, and it’s exactly the convo you have in whispers with your girlfriends except louder, funnier, and with a wine in hand.Because the truth is, parenting today isn’t just about snacks and school drop-off… it’s about navigating the internet, the culture wars, and the fear of saying the “wrong” thing.