Tess Talks

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

Tess sits down with her husband Shaun for a candid, unfiltered couples Q&A, with questions submitted by you, the listeners - covering everything from communication and conflict, to finances, parenting and the conversations most couples avoid.They also open up about one of the most misunderstood topics in modern relationships — prenups (or financial agreements), and why they believe it’s less about distrust yet more about clarity, protection and having the hard conversations early.From balancing a young family with ambitious careers, to managing money as a couple, this episode offers a grounded, real look into what it actually takes to build a strong, lasting partnership.In the episode:How to maintain and “optimise” a long-term relationshipThe role of communication, transparency and shared valuesWhat actually makes relationships last (and what breaks them)Navigating conflict and handling things that annoy youGrowing together in business, life and personal developmentThe truth about prenups — and why they’re so misunderstoodHow to manage finances as a coupleBalancing a young family with career and ambitionWhy routines, roles and support matter more than you thinkThe importance of appreciating the “season” you’re inThis episode is sponsored by Chief, clean, high-protein snacks made with real, grass-fed ingredients and no fillers. Use code TESSTALKS for 20% off.www.wearechief.comFollow Shaun: @shaunwilson29Follow 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

Your baby’s health doesn’t start at birth. It starts before conception. Tess sits down with registered dietitian and bestselling author Lily Nichols — author of Real Food for Pregnancy, Real Food for Gestational Diabetes, and Real Food for Fertility — to unpack the science behind pregnancy nutrition and why so much of what we’ve been told might be outdated.From gestational diabetes to seafood fears, liver, folate, nausea and “eating for two” — this conversation challenges conventional guidelines and gives women practical, evidence-based tools to nourish themselves and their future babies.If you’re pregnant, trying to conceive, or simply want to understand how food shapes the next generation — this is essential listening.In this episode we cover:Why 90% of women experience nausea — and what might really be happening physiologicallyThe truth about eggs, runny yolks & food safetyWhy you’re more likely to get food poisoning from fresh produce than eggsThe real risk–benefit conversation around “foods to avoid” in pregnancyVitamin A: deficiency vs excessHow much liver is actually safe to eatThe folate vs folic acid debate (especially if you have MTHFR)Why seafood intake is linked to higher IQ and better neurodevelopmentMercury, selenium & what fish are safest during pregnancyOmega-3 vs omega-6 fats — and why seed oils are controversialWhat gestational diabetes actually isWhy 1 in 5 women are now diagnosedHow Lily’s real food approach reduced insulin use by 50%The intergenerational impact of blood sugar in pregnancyWhy preconception nutrition matters more than we thinkThe one simple habit that could improve your health immediatelyIf this episode resonated, share it with a friend who’s trying to conceive or currently pregnant.Follow Lily Nicholes: @lilynicholsrdnBuy Lily’s Books: HereLily’s Website: lilynicholsrdn.comFollow me on Instagram: @tess.shanahan & @tesstalksofficial Follow me on TikTok: @tessshanahanFollow me on YouTube: TessShanahan

What if the reason you’re tired, foggy, anxious, or constantly getting sick… isn’t stress, hormones, or burnout — but your home?Raphael from EcoLibria, specialises in testing homes and workplaces for mould, indoor air quality issues, EMFs (electromagnetic fields) and EMR (wireless radiation). This episode is practical, science-backed insight into what’s actually worth paying attention to… and what’s not.Raphael has worked in this space for 20+ years and shares real case studies that will make you think differently about Wi-Fi routers, baby monitors, smart metres, hidden water leaks and even where you place your bed.If you’re building, renovating, pregnant, raising kids, working from home, or just tired of feeling tired… this episode will open your eyes.We cover:The real difference between EMF (electricity-based fields) and EMR (wireless signals)Whether living near powerlines or 5G towers is something to worry aboutWhy distance and duration matter more than panicThe simple swaps that can dramatically reduce EMF exposure in your homeWhy your bedroom should be the “quietest” room in the houseThe truth about baby monitors and sleeping near electrical metre boxesElectrical hypersensitivity — and why some people react more than othersHow EMF exposure may impact sleep, oxidative stress, melatonin and inflammationWhy mould is often hidden (and how moisture is always the root cause)Symptoms of mould exposure: fatigue, hormonal disruption, depression, gut issues, skin flare-upsWhy one family member can be severely affected by mould while others feel fineThe connection between inflammation, environment and long-term healthPractical air quality upgrades: ventilation, HEPA filters, rangehoods and reducing VOCsWhether air purifiers are actually necessaryMentioned in this episode:Find Raphael at EcoLibria: HereFollow me on Instagram: @tess.shanahan & @tesstalksofficial Follow me on TikTok: @tessshanahanFollow me on YouTube: TessShanahan