TEA WITH JULES

• Jules & Lisa Couch Catch-Up: Morning Chaos, Keeping It Real At Home, Dog Poop Fails, & More!

  Some mornings glide, others go completely sideways. In this chatty couch-catch-up, Jules and Lisa talk honest mum-life logistics, why everyone needs a “post drop-off debrief” friend, and the eternal debate: morning people vs night owls. From school-photo emergencies and Apple Watch rings to the great top-sheet divide and a very unfortunate dog-walk incident, this is a real-life episode about giving yourself grace, starting again tomorrow, and finding your rhythm in a world full of health advice and hustle.What We Cover:The “teamate” phone call: why a safe vent after school drop-off keeps you saneMorning routine roulette: when one forgotten blazer (or tie) topples the dominoesNight owl pride: getting it done at 10pm vs 5:30am and why neither is “better”Health overload: weights, Pilates, walking, protein, bloating, perimenopause, and doing what actually works for youThe permission slip: “This too shall pass” for the good days and the shockersDomestic real talk: kids’ spritzes, the top-sheet debate, and the never-endingbed/lunch/washing cycleTech & tools: chasing rings, water-bottle loyalty, and why DIY podcast setups are a humblerA Few Memorable Moments:The $425 lesson in dropping off a tie that was already being wornRonnie the dog, torrential rain, and… a sleeve catastrophe on poo patrolPhoto-day panic: back-to-daycare with a fresh outfit and emergency braidsThe truth about “perfect days”: you’re one sleep away from either your best or your worst—and that’s normalWhat We’re Watching:The Hunting Wives (spicy drama; solo-watch recommended)The Summer I Turned Pretty (weekly drop frustrations included)Mini-docu binges on Netflix: The Biggest Loser: Fit for TV, Amy Bradley IsMissing, Unknown CallerLinks & Resources:Follow Me On Instagram:@julessebastian, @tea_with_julesWatch:https://www.youtube.com/@JulesSebastianChannelSubscribe:https://julessebastian.com/pages/sign-upRead:https://www.amazon.com.au/Tea-Honesty-Heartfelt-conversations-learned/dp/1760525766Credits:Sound Engineer & Music: @kailesh_reitmansVideographer & Editor: @nathan_niguidulaProducer: @lisajohnston_ @julessebastianWelcome to Tea with Jules hosted by Jules Sebastian. Here we spill the tea and learn life lessons from honest conversations with experts, celebrities and friends.

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• The 3 Things Your Kid Needs - Michelle Mitchell (Parenting Expert) On Why The 'Tween' Years Are So Important

  Author and speaker, Michelle Mitchell, joins Jules to unpack the “in-between” years - why ages 9-12 are a distinct developmental stage, what tweens need most, and how parents can balance boundaries with independence. From tech rules to friendship drama, family meetings to the “borrow their calm” ritual, this conversation is stacked with practical language you can use tonight at the dinner table.What you’ll learn:Why tweens are not “mini teens”: Ages 9-12 are a unique developmental stage with rapid change across five domains - physical, social, emotional, sexual and cognitive.The Big Three needs: Every tween is scanning for safety (physical + psychological), a sense of belonging, and proof that they matter. Design home life and routines to meet these needs firstComfort-zone model: Use Green (comfort), Yellow (stretch), Red (panic) to gauge challenges. We want regular, supported stretches without tipping into panic.Circles of decision-making: Get clear on what parents decide, what kids decide, and what you negotiate together and expect those circles to shift as kids grow.“Test & measure” independence: Offer small freedoms with clear conditions, review how it went, then dial the rope in or out. Language that regulates: Start with “Good on you for noticing… How do you feel about that? What’s your next best step?”Borrowing calm: Sometimes tweens don’t need a debrief - they need proximity. Sit nearby, share quiet TV time, go for a walk. Calm is contagious. Siblings without carnage: Hold a short family meeting to name needs and set non-negotiables. Kids try to solve conflict without hurting themselves, others, or the environment and use a 5-minute “reset” before re-engaging.Tutors & extra help: Prioritise support when the goal matters to the child; don’t build their week around propping up things that aren’t meaningful to them. Mistakes are curriculum: Expect them. Keep connection intact while you walk through consequences, ideally those you’ve pre-agreed together. Tech that protects connection: Delay personal devices as long as possible, keep tech out of bedrooms/bathrooms, and make mealtimes device-free. You’ll want the conversation habits later.Disclaimer: This episode shares general information only and is not a substitute forpersonalised professional advice.LINKS & RESOURCES:Michelle's Website:https://michellemitchell.orgMichelle's Website:https://www.instagram.com/michellemitchell.author/Follow Me On Instagram:@julessebastian, @tea_with_julesWatch:https://www.youtube.com/@JulesSebastianChannelSubscribe:https://julessebastian.com/pages/sign-upRead:https://www.booktopia.com.au/tea-honesty-jules-sebastian/book/CREDITS:Sound Engineer & Music: @kailesh_reitmansVideographer & Editor: @nathan_niguidulaProducer: @lisajohnston_ @julessebastianWelcome to Tea with Jules hosted by Jules Sebastian. Here we spill the tea and learn life lessons from honest conversations with experts, celebrities and friends.

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• Steve Cordony: Trusting My Gut Instinct Is My Number One Rule - Lessons Of Love, Grief, & New Beginnings

  What a difference four years makes. The last time Steve Cordony joined me on Tea with Jules, we were hearing Steve’s origin story and talking about his dreamy country property. Since then, Steve has:Published his stunning book Moments at HomeContinued to collaborate with iconic brands like Ralph Lauren, Lancôme, and Land RoverBuilt a deeper connection with his global audienceAnd navigated huge personal changes, including marriage, separation, and selling his beloved Rosedale FarmIn this heartfelt catch-up, Steve opens up about:The highs and lows of the past four years, and how he’s learned to accept bothHis philosophy on business, creativity, and staying true to your brand DNAWhat it really takes to protect your energy when you are the brandThe lessons of love, grief, and new beginningsWhy trusting your gut instinct is now his number one ruleThis episode is part deep-dive into creativity and career growth, part soul-searching conversation between friends.LINKS & RESOURCES:Steve's Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/stevecordony/Steve's Website:https://www.stevecordony.comFollow Me On Instagram:@julessebastian, @tea_with_julesWatch:https://www.youtube.com/@JulesSebastianChannelSubscribe:https://julessebastian.com/pages/sign-upRead:https://www.booktopia.com.au/tea-honesty-jules-sebastian/book/CREDITS:Sound Engineer & Music: @kailesh_reitmansVideographer & Editor: @nathan_niguidulaProducer: @lisajohnston_ @julessebastianWelcome to Tea with Jules hosted by Jules Sebastian. Here we spill the tea and learn life lessons from honest conversations with experts, celebrities and friends.

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• Lara Boielle (Clinical Sexologist): Sex Isn't For Somebody Else, It's For You - Finding Your Way Back To Intimacy

  Sex. Intimacy. Desire. Shame. These are topics we don’t often talk about, especially as women in midlife, but they affect every part of who we are. In this deeply honest episode of Tea with Jules, I sit down with Lara Boielle, a clinical sexologist and naturopath, to have the conversation we’ve all been avoiding but desperately need.From scheduling space (not sex) to understanding how our libido is tied to how wefeel about ourselves, Lara shares wisdom, warmth, and practical steps for findingyour way back to yourself and to intimacy. We talk about shame, the noise of midlife, and why slowing down and reconnecting with your body is the key to rediscovering desire.Whether you’re in a long-term relationship, freshly dating, or navigating this season of life solo, this episode is about breaking stigma, finding safety, and realising that sexuality is not for someone else, it’s for you.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why sex and intimacy are about YOU first, not somebody elseThe difference between scheduling sex vs. scheduling space for connectionHow shame impacts our bodies and relationships, and how conversationdismantles itWhy libido is tied to self-connection, not just hormonesThe role of presence, play, and novelty in keeping intimacy alivePractical steps to reconnect with your body and find your “new door” in midlifeAbout Lara BoielleLara Boielle is a clinical sexologist, relationship therapist, and naturopath who works with individuals and couples across diverse relationship structures. She creates safe, inclusive, non-judgmental spaces to explore intimacy, communication, and pleasure, while helping clients navigate sexual challenges. LGBTQIA+ friendly and deeply committed to dismantling shame, Lara empowers people to reconnect with themselves and build more satisfying relationships.Lara's Website:https://www.theintegrativesexologist.comLara's Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/the.integrative.sexologist/Follow Me On Instagram:@julessebastian, @tea_with_julesWatch:https://www.youtube.com/@JulesSebastianChannelSubscribe:https://julessebastian.com/pages/sign-upRead:https://www.booktopia.com.au/tea-honesty-jules-sebastian/book/CREDITS:Sound Engineer & Music: @kailesh_reitmansVideographer & Editor: @nathan_niguidulaProducer: @lisajohnston_ @julessebastianWelcome to Tea with Jules hosted by Jules Sebastian. Here we spill the tea and learn life lessons from honest conversations with experts, celebrities and friends.

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• My First Solo Episode EVER! Fear Is Nothing To Be Feared - 5 Questions That Help You Traverse Fear

  Fear is loud. It wants to keep you small, safe, and silent. But here’s the truth: fear is just a feeling - not a fact. And everything you’ve ever wanted is waiting on the other side of it.In my very first solo episode of Tea with Jules, I’m diving into the topic of fear - how it shows up, why it tries to hold us back, and how we can move forward anyway. I’m sharing personal stories (like the time I almost said no to MTV because I was terrified), plus the five powerful questions I ask myself whenever fear tries to take the lead.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why fear is not your enemy and how it can sometimes be your teacherThe five questions that help me push through self-doubtHow to reframe “worst-case scenarios” into growth opportunitiesWhy the finish line feels better than fear ever willPractical ways to take one small brave step this weekThis is a heart-to-heart, just you and me, and my hope is that by the end, you’ll feel empowered to face whatever fear is standing in your way.Because you don’t need to be perfect. You don’t even need to be ready. You just need to start.👉 Listen now, and let’s step through fear together.Follow Tea With Jules:https://www.instagram.com/tea_with_jules/Watch:https://www.youtube.com/@JulesSebastianChannelSubscribe:https://julessebastian.com/pages/sign-upRead:https://www.booktopia.com.au/tea-honesty-jules-sebastian/book/CREDITS:Sound Engineer & Music: @kailesh_reitmansVideographer & Editor: @nathan_niguidulaProducer: @lisajohnston_ @julessebastianWelcome to Tea with Jules hosted by Jules Sebastian. Here we spill the tea and learn life lessons from honest conversations with experts, celebrities and friends.

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