In our very first episode, your favourite - Dr Rachel Bushing - clinical psychologist, business owner, mum of three, co-host of the Pop The Kettle On podcast and all-round good human - as well as her son, Kit, talk to Nic about jobs and what Rach does all day! For a summary of the episode, read below, and for full transcripts please visit the websi…

Dr Rach and very special guest, Rebecca Lindsay, talk about the phenomenon that is Sex and the City! They reminisce, they dive deep, they fan-girl just a little bit. Hear their hot takes as to why SATC meant so much to so many - and why it still endures today.By Nicole Lessio & Dr Rachel Bushing

Nic & Dr Rach talk mid-life through the lens of the 2012 Judd Apatow film, "This is 40" - the busyness, the sandwich, the raising kids.....the raising hell! Ha. Plus - Dr Rach explains Erik Erikson's 8 Stages of Psychosocial Development, how it all applies to life transitions and why 'crises' aren't always a bad thing. You can read more of Erik Eri…

Nic & Dr Rach talk all about Britney Spears - the conservatorship, the Free Britney movement that ended it, and the ways in which our obsession with celebrity helped create the challenges Britney faced. You don't want to miss this one!By Nicole Lessio & Dr Rachel Bushing

In this episode, Nic & Dr Rach talk about Leigh Sales' book, Any Ordinary Day, in which Leigh outlines lots of regular, ordinary days that turned out anything but ordinary. Dr Rach tells us about what trauma is and how people can move through it, and even grow from it. A chat not to be missed!By Nicole Lessio & Dr Rachel Bushing

This episode is all about 'Don't Look Up' - the star-studded Adam McKay film that is the second most watched movie on Netflix of all time. Nic & Dr Rach talk about the purpose and promise of satire, the importance of looking, and how action is empowering. No ostriches allowed! We also give mention to some of our earlier episodes. You can hear them …

Nic & Dr Rach talk about one of their all-time favourite books - Oh! The Places You'll Go by Dr Seuss.It's all about beginnings and endings and knowing that you have everything you need to get through it all. To buy this wonderful book, we highly recommend Where The WIld Things Are children's bookshop in West End, Brisbane (or support any local boo…

Dr Rach (having done her homework) takes Nic through the 2011 movie, Contagion - which of course leads to talking about the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. We talk isolation, languishing, NOT the 'new' normal and lots more. You'll find links to the things we reference on our Facebook page - Pop the Kettle On - It's Always Tea Time. Be sure to rat…

CW: This episode discusses sexual assault and child sexual abuse. Dr Rach & Nic discuss the brilliant Grace Tame and Brittany Higgins, their experiences and the strength and courage that female solidarity gives us all.Recorded during the Queensland floods, this is a raw and real one folks. We continue to be in awe of victim-survivors everywhere. We…

Dr Rach & Nic discuss the phenomenon that is Encanto! Lin-Manuel Miranda has done it again - ear worms aplenty - but with incredible insights on family dynamics, the immigrant experience and the challenge of being 'perfect'.By Nicole Lessio & Dr Rachel Bushing

We're swapping one Bushing for another in this season 4 finale episode! Ben joins Nic to talk about the phenomenon that is Ted Lasso. We talk kindness, leadership and ponder why psychologists on screen are not representative of psychologists!By Nicole Lessio & Dr Rachel Bushing

Feeling a little burnt out? Stressed by ALL OF THE THINGS. Well, we're here to tell you, you're not alone. Whether it's workplace or motherhood or COVID, burnout can get us all. Listen to Nic & Dr Rach talk about the signs to look out for and what you can do to help alleviate the effects.By Nicole Lessio & Dr Rachel Bushing

CN: We talk about sexual assault and consent in this episode. Spoiler Alert: We talk about Netflix's Moxie and will give things away :)This episode, Dr Rach & Nic are mad as hell and we're not going to take it anymore! Ha! We're talking maintaining and harvesting the feminist rage that is bubbly and percolating at the moment. We look at activism th…

HOLY GUACAMOLE! Dr Rach is dropping serious truth bombs this week in her special solo minisode. She's talking parental burn out, confessing some hard stuff and telling it like it is. It's like the anti-instagram-influencer version of parenthood - ie. REAL LIFE. Don't miss this exploration of what it means for Rach to be a mum in this bananas, topsy…

We're talking Finding Nemo in this episode. Are we holding on tight like Marlin and causing our kids to break free? We talk about kids and sleep and anxiety and what it takes to be a courageous parent (hint: it's not bungee jumping!)By Nicole Lessio & Dr Rachel Bushing

Have you seen Pixar's Soul? Dr Rach & Nic talk all about it in this episode that explores the great beyond, the great before and other existential crises. Dr Rach explains some therapeutic techniques and Nic details her 'word for the year' and why we need to find some happiness in the now.You can find Pixar's 'Soul' on Disney+.The podcast we mentio…

We haven't managed to get together this fortnight so Nic is going solo. Eek! Do you have trouble falling asleep? Have you had trouble since you were a kid? Well, we're talking small humans and their sleep anxiety and Nic's plan to get Small Two falling asleep on his own. Wish us luck!By Nicole Lessio & Dr Rachel Bushing

CW: Discussion of non-consensual sex acts. This episode is NSFK, so please listen without little ears around. Also - major spoilers for the phenomenon that is Netflix's Bridgerton.Dr Rach & Nic talk about Bridgerton, how consent (and THE DUKE) is sexy, and why everyone really needs a thorough and sex-positive sex education. If you haven't seen Brid…

Dr Rach & Nic talk about how they've slowed down (or not!) during this pandemic, the slow down assistant that is Bob Ross and his Joy of Painting and get more acquainted with the phenomenon of ASMR. For more info on Bob Ross see The Joy of Painting YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxcnsr1R5Ge_fbTu5ajt8DQFor info on the Ten Percent …

It's here! The Christmas episode. Join Dr Rach and Nic as they talk all things Christmas - traditions, magic, Elf the movie, and not popping the Christmas mythology bubble. This pod walks the Christmas tightrope - but yes, is completely safe for little ears.By Nicole Lessio & Dr Rachel Bushing

Nic & Dr Rach talk about the amazing subversive feminism of Dolly Parton, what a remarkable humanitarian she is, and how women have been saving 2020. And we also play a game of 'survived or thrived' - pandemic edition!By Nicole Lessio & Dr Rachel Bushing

We're baaaaack! Did you miss us? This episode, we're tapping into our emotions with a real tear-jerker. Dr Rach & Nic talk about Beaches, about crying for stress relief and Dr Rach gets very personal with her own grief story. (We recorded this outside on a sunny Brisbane Saturday - apologies for the bird noise, the dog noise and the car noise! :) )…

We're talking 'My Mum Says My Memior Is A Lie' - the phenomenal podcast with Rosie Waterland and her mum, Lisa. We're talking memory, trauma, redemption - and yes, we talk about COVID-19 and the great toilet paper panic.By Nicole Lessio & Dr Rachel Bushing

Nic & Dr Rach chat about Disney's 'Tangled' and the web of shame that can come when parents are emotionally manipulative and abusive to their kids. How can we as parents avoid 'tangling' our children in shame and instead build them up ready for the big wide world? Our job as parents isn't to have all the answers, but we can observe and experiment a…

CONTENT WARNING: This episode discusses sex and sexual abuse. Let's talk about sex, baby. Let's talk about puberty! Nic & Dr Rach discuss the best way to have 'the talk' including some great resources for kids and parents.By Nicole Lessio & Dr Rachel Bushing

Dr Rach & Nic start off talking summer holidays, fly like greased lightening onto Grease, navigate through the importance of early sex education, and travel through time to talk about what we missed as kids watching our favourite films. It's our first ep for 2020 - and it's a big one!By Nicole Lessio & Dr Rachel Bushing

It's the bonus Christmas episode!!! We talk traditions, explain why Die Hard is the greatest Christmas movie OF ALL TIME. Yippe kai yay mother poppers! Join us for a laugh and a cuppa, and always remember - you are enough.By Nicole Lessio & Dr Rachel Bushing

Nic & Dr Rach discuss the inimitable Annabel Crabb's Quarterly Essay, Men at Work - Australia's Parenthood Trap. How is the 'system' holding us ALL back and what can we do to change it?By Nicole Lessio & Dr Rachel Bushing

Nic & Dr Rach talk about the delight that is Queer Eye; how it compares with the original and why we all love a makeover show. Then Dr Rach springs a Queer Eye on Nic and a plan is hatched!By Nicole Lessio & Dr Rachel Bushing

Nic & Dr Rach discuss the phenomenon that is reality tv love-fest The Bachelor. Why would people put themselves through that, are they damaging themselves psychologically and why we should all love ourselves first.By Nicole Lessio & Dr Rachel Bushing

Nic & Dr Rach dissect Amy Poehler's directorial debut Wine Country, and talk about how female friendships are formed, maintained and sometimes lost.By Nicole Lessio & Dr Rachel Bushing

Sisters ARE doing it for themselves! We talk all things sisters - from Frozen to the Kardashians - from Sisters to Pride & Prejudice. What do sister or sister-like relationships do for us all?By Nicole Lessio & Dr Rachel Bushing

Nic & Dr Rach talk about how pregnancy and birth are depicted in comedy specials by two of the best - Amy Schumer and Ali Wong....and also go on about some guy called Russell.By Nicole Lessio & Dr Rachel Bushing

New parenthood can be incredibly tough - that's why you need your peeps! But does timing and geography mean instant support or are mums' groups just a Letdown? #theletdownBy Nicole Lessio & Dr Rachel Bushing

Mental load. We all have it, some of us get to share it. Others of us take it all on. Our advice? Hold a meeting, enlist others and DROP THE BALL!By Nicole Lessio & Dr Rachel Bushing

Nic & Dr Rach talk a little #auspol election but really focus on Wall. E and how really, you can be the change you want to see in the world - regardless of who the government is.By Nicole Lessio & Dr Rachel Bushing

We're recording on Mother's Day so what better to talk about than the wonder that is mums. Plus some shameless newborn royal discussion....because squidgy newborn deliciousness!By Nicole Lessio & Dr Rachel Bushing

We're talking all things step....step-parents, step-kids, step-siblings. How do step-families work? Is the Brady Bunch all that? (and a bag of chips?)By Nicole Lessio & Dr Rachel Bushing

Content warning! We discuss Netflix series Afterlife - so themes of death, suicide and drugs are explored - but in a really uplifting way! :)By Nicole Lessio & Dr Rachel Bushing

Nic shares her fave film with Dr Rach (all the while panicking that Rach might not love it as much as she does). It's Parenthood!By Nicole Lessio & Dr Rachel Bushing

We're baaaaaaccckkkkk! Season Two kicks off with a chat about Bluey, Grl Powr and family. Dr Rach makes Nic drink herbal tea. She doesn't hate it....By Nicole Lessio & Dr Rachel Bushing

We talk about "Instant Family" and how it really does take a village to raise a child.By Nicole Lessio & Dr Rachel Bushing

Dr Rach delights in finding Nic's kryptonite - stoopid films! We ask why some people are afraid to be grown ups.By Nicole Lessio & Dr Rachel Bushing

We talk about Kristen Bell's Ellentube series, "Momsplaining" and the weight of parental expectations - in the words of Kristen's screen sister - "Let it go" :)By Nicole Lessio & Dr Rachel Bushing

It's the Christmas episode! We discuss the joy that is 'Home Alone' the movie, epic parenting fails, kid resilience and the intensity of ChristmasBy Nicole Lessio & Dr Rachel Bushing

Dr Rach & Nic discuss the phenomenon that is Jada Pinkett-Smith's Facebook series, "Red Table Talk" - and get real about marriage.By Nicole Lessio & Dr Rachel Bushing

Dr Rach & Nic dissect Hannah Gadsby's brilliant 'Nanette', talk about what it's like being female these days and Dr Rach surprises Nic with a very important question in celebration of Perinatal Mental Health week....what did you wish you knew?By Nicole Lessio & Dr Rachel Bushing

Dr Rach & Nic talk about the Pixar film, Inside Out and how it helps us all understand our brains a little better.By Nicole Lessio & Dr Rachel Bushing

We talk creativity, Elizabeth Gilbert and a dubious Julia Roberts sighting....By Nicole Lessio & Dr Rachel Bushing

We talk Brene Brown and ticks....yes....ticks.By Nicole Lessio & Dr Rachel Bushing