Tess Talks

At 19 years old, Macey Coles thought she was heading out for a normal night with friends. Instead, a split-second decision left her fighting for her life with a traumatic brain injury, months of rehabilitation ahead of her, and a future that doctors weren't sure she would ever fully recover from. In this powerful episode, Macey shares the story she's never told publicly in full—from the accident itself, to the betrayal of people she trusted, the court case that followed, survivor's guilt, and the determination that helped her rebuild her life against all odds. Today, Macey is a successful Melbourne hairdresser, but her journey is a reminder of just how quickly life can change—and how resilient the human spirit can be.In this episode:The night that changed Macey's life foreverThe traumatic brain injury that nearly killed herThe emergency surgery that saved her lifeWaking up in hospital and learning to walk againSpending weeks in a brain injury rehabilitation centreWhat doctors predicted her future would look likeThe determination that fuelled her recoveryThe betrayal she experienced from people she trusted mostThe CCTV footage that revealed what really happenedThe two-year court process and the outcome that shocked herLosing trust in people and rebuilding her confidenceLiving with survivor's guiltThe hidden, long-term effects of a brain injuryWhy resilience is built one day at a timeThe perspective shift that changed how she views life foreverThis episode is a powerful reminder that we never truly know what someone else is carrying. Macey's story will leave you with a deeper appreciation for your health, your loved ones, and the strength we all have within us when life doesn't go to plan. If this conversation resonated with you, we'd love for you to share it with someone who needs to hear it.

Today on Tess Talks, I’m joined by sisters and powerhouse founders Bianca Roccisano and Bridgette Roccisano — the women behind Booby Tape and Bianca and Bridgett. What started as a styling business and a simple problem-solving product has turned into two globally recognised brands worn by celebrities and stocked around the world. In this episode, we get into the realities of building fashion and product businesses as women, scaling globally, cash flow stress, influencer marketing, dating as female CEOs, motherhood and ambition, and the personal sacrifices that can come with building something big. This conversation feels like equal parts business masterclass and girls chat — honest, funny, chaotic and packed with insight.In this episode, we cover:How Bianca & Bridgette started their first business togetherThe moment they realised Booby Tape could become hugeBuilding both a product brand and fashion label simultaneouslyFashion business vs product businessGetting into global retailersThe truth about scaling a businessCash flow, risk & financial pressureInfluencer marketing & celebrity strategyThe biggest mistakes new brands makeDating as a successful female founderMotherhood & changing prioritiesBurnout, ambition & work-life balanceWorking with your sisterConfidence, criticism & backing yourselfWhy women should have their own moneyTheir best advice for women wanting to start a businessFor a limited time only, Tess Talks listeners can use the code TESS30 for 30% off both Booby Tape and Bianca and Bridgett. Follow @boobytapeFollow: @biancaandbridgettFollow: @biancaroccisano & @brigettrocca Find more: www.boobytape.com & www.biancaandbridgett.com Follow me on Instagram: @tess.shanahan & @tesstalksofficial Follow me on TikTok: @tessshanahanFollow me on YouTube: TessShanahan

Peptides are everywhere right now — but what actually are they, do they work, and what are the risks nobody’s talking about? This week on Tess Talks, Tess sits down with Lucas Aoun, biohacker, naturopath and supplement formulator, for a deep dive into peptides, dopamine, nootropics, brain fog, burnout, blood testing, social media overstimulation and the modern habits potentially destroying our energy, focus and motivation. Lucas also breaks down hidden nutrient deficiencies, liver health, nervous system regulation and the biohacks he personally uses to optimise performance, productivity and longevity.In this episode:Everything you need to know about peptidesThe biggest peptide mistakes people are makingThe hidden risks & dangers of peptidesGLP-1s, fat loss injections & weight loss cultureNootropics for focus, productivity, confidence & brain fogDopamine addiction, porn & social media overstimulationWhy so many people feel exhausted, flat & burnt outBlood test myths + the markers you should actually checkThe hidden supplement deficiencies impacting your healthWhy “normal” blood work doesn’t always mean optimalThe liver health blindspot most people overlookGut health, serotonin & nervous system regulationBiohacking tools for sleep, recovery & cognitive performanceAI, modern life & why authenticity matters more than everAs always, this episode is designed to ignite curiosity and is not medical advice. Please consult your healthcare practitioner before making changes to your health routine.Follow Lucas: @ergogenic_healthLearn more: boostyourbiology.comFollow me on Instagram: @tess.shanahan & @tesstalksofficial Follow me on TikTok: @tessshanahanFollow me on YouTube: TessShanahan

This episode will completely change the way you think about supplements. Tess sits down with nutritionist and founder of Foraged For You, Sheridan Joy Austin, to unpack what’s really going on in the supplement industry — from synthetic ingredients and hidden additives to why so many products aren’t actually doing what they promise. Because it turns out, it’s not just about what you take… it’s about whether your body can actually absorb and use it.In the second half, the conversation shifts into conception, pregnancy and postpartum — and what women are getting wrong when it comes to nourishment. From folate vs folic acid, to iodine, iron and postpartum depletion, this is the kind of information every woman should hear before (and after) having a baby.In this episode, we cover:Why most supplements aren’t actually being absorbedThe truth about synthetic vs food-based nutrientsWhat’s really happening inside the supplement industryWhy you might be wasting money on your current supplementsFolic acid vs folate — and why it matters for pregnancyKey nutrients for conception, pregnancy & postpartumWhy so many women are unknowingly undernourishedThe link between nutrient deficiencies, mood & energyChildren's health and how to optimise itPostpartum depletion and how to better support your bodyHow to actually nourish yourself (and your family) properlyUse code TESSTALKS10 for a limited time to get 10% off Foraged For You (excluding bundle packs).www.foragedforyou.comFollow Sheridan: @sheridanjoyaustinFollow Foraged For You: @foragedforyou_Follow me on Instagram: @tess.shanahan & @tesstalksofficial Follow me on TikTok: @tessshanahanFollow me on YouTube: TessShanahan

Episode 50 marks a major milestone for Tess Talks, and in this solo episode, Tess takes a more personal, unfiltered approach.Moving away from the usual questions around routines, beauty and motherhood, this episode is delivered as a diary-style reflection — sharing what’s been on her mind lately. From the response to her pre-conception content, to the rise of “quick fix culture”, to how healthy living has become labelled as extreme, Tess explores the tension between modern life and long-term wellbeing.Rather than offering perfect solutions, this conversation invites listeners to think more deeply, take ownership, and reconnect with what truly matters in a world full of noise.In this episode:Why healthy living is increasingly viewed as “extreme”The reaction to her pre-conception and fertility contentSocial media pressure, comparison and internal triggersThe rise of “quick fix culture” and instant gratificationFertility, long-term thinking and preparing the body for pregnancyBeauty standards, ageing and the conversation around BotoxThe reality of success and the work ethic required to build something meaningfulLessons from Shaun’s experience building a global brandThe impact of clickbait culture and online misinformationWhy discernment is essential in today’s digital worldSocial media overwhelm and creating healthier boundariesBalance, discipline and respecting your future selfFuel your body the way nature intended with Foraged For You — real, nutrient-dense supplements for every stage of life. Use code TESSTALKS10 for 10% offwww.foragedforyou.comFollow me on Instagram: @tess.shanahan & @tesstalksofficial Follow me on TikTok: @tessshanahanFollow me on YouTube: TessShanahan

Feeling a little off track, stuck, or disconnected from the version of you you know you can be? This is your 5-minute reset. Grab a pen, your journal and 5 minutes of uninterrupted you time. Mimi Bouchard breaks down a simple but powerful way to reconnect with your future self.If you’ve set big goals for 2026 but don’t feel fully there yet… this is the pep talk (and practical tool) you need to come back to yourself.In this 5-minute activation, you’ll learn:How to define your “future self frequency”The 3–5 emotions that can shift your entire stateHow to layer and embody that energy in real timeA simple way to reset when you feel out of alignmentSave this, come back to it, and use it whenever you need to reset your energy and step back into the version of you you’re building.Because your future self isn’t something you chase… it’s something you choose.Buy Mimi's book: HereDownload the ACTIVATIONS app: Here Follow me on Instagram: @tess.shanahan & @tesstalksofficial Follow me on TikTok: @tessshanahanFollow me on YouTube: TessShanahan

Olga Newman is the founder of the FaceUp Method, a globally recognised, holistic approach to facial rejuvenation that focuses on fascia, muscle patterns and posture to restore natural lift and vitality. Her work moves beyond traditional beauty treatments, exploring how stress, emotions and tension are held in the face, and how physical touch, massage and alignment can transform not just how we look, but how we feel.Tess sits down with Olga to unpack how ageing is influenced by far more than just skin. From “natural Botox” to the emotional patterns we hold in our jaw, this conversation dives into the everyday habits that could be making you age faster, and how to shift them.In this episode, we cover:What facial fascia is — and why it’s key to how we ageHow emotions and stress get stored in the faceThe real reason you’re holding tension in your jawThe surprising link between your jaw and pelvisEveryday habits that could be ageing you fasterThe shift away from Botox and injectablesWhat “natural Botox” actually meansHow facial massage and physical touch can lift and support the faceWhy posture (and tech neck) matters more than you thinkThe rise of somatic beauty practicesSimple ways to support your face naturallyFollow: @olga_faceupFind more: HereFollow me on Instagram: @tess.shanahan & @tesstalksofficial Follow me on TikTok: @tessshanahanFollow me on YouTube: TessShanahan

Hormones aren’t static, they shift throughout the month. Yet most of us were never taught how our cycle actually works, or how nutrition can support it.Tess sits down with Melissa Kovacevic, founder of The Seed Cycle and a practitioner in functional nutrition, to explore the growing conversation around seed cycling — a food-first ritual that aligns nutrition with the different phases of a woman’s cycle.Online, women are claiming seed cycling has helped reduce PMS, improve hormonal acne, support fertility, and bring more awareness to their cycle. But what’s actually happening in the body, and what does the current science say?In this episode we cover:• What seed cycling is and how it works• The four phases of the menstrual cycle explained• Why women’s hormones are cyclical (not linear)• How nutrients in seeds may support hormone balance• Seed cycling and fertility — what we know so far• Hormonal acne and what may be driving it• Coming off the pill and reconnecting with your cycle• The role of nervous system health in hormone balance• Reducing endocrine-disrupting chemicals in everyday life• Practical ways to support your cycle through food and lifestyleMentioned in the episode:The Seed Cycle WebsiteUse code TESSTALKS for 15% off your first purchaseFollow @the_seed_cycleBuy Mels’ Book ‘Seeds of Sisterhood’: HereFollow me on Instagram: @tess.shanahan & @tesstalksofficial Follow me on TikTok: @tessshanahanFollow me on YouTube: TessShanahan