Tess Talks

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 peptides
The biggest peptide mistakes people are making
The hidden risks & dangers of peptides
GLP-1s, fat loss injections & weight loss culture
Nootropics for focus, productivity, confidence & brain fog
Dopamine addiction, porn & social media overstimulation
Why so many people feel exhausted, flat & burnt out
Blood test myths + the markers you should actually check
The hidden supplement deficiencies impacting your health
Why “normal” blood work doesn’t always mean optimal
The liver health blindspot most people overlook
Gut health, serotonin & nervous system regulation
Biohacking tools for sleep, recovery & cognitive performance
AI, modern life & why authenticity matters more than ever

As 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.

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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 absorbed
The truth about synthetic vs food-based nutrients
What’s really happening inside the supplement industry
Why you might be wasting money on your current supplements
Folic acid vs folate — and why it matters for pregnancy
Key nutrients for conception, pregnancy & postpartum
Why so many women are unknowingly undernourished
The link between nutrient deficiencies, mood & energy
Children's health and how to optimise it
Postpartum depletion and how to better support your body
How to actually nourish yourself (and your family) properly

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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 relationship
The role of communication, transparency and shared values
What actually makes relationships last (and what breaks them)
Navigating conflict and handling things that annoy you
Growing together in business, life and personal development
The truth about prenups — and why they’re so misunderstood
How to manage finances as a couple
Balancing a young family with career and ambition
Why routines, roles and support matter more than you think
The importance of appreciating the “season” you’re in

This episode is sponsored by Chief, clean, high-protein snacks made with real, grass-fed ingredients and no fillers.
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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 content
Social media pressure, comparison and internal triggers
The rise of “quick fix culture” and instant gratification
Fertility, long-term thinking and preparing the body for pregnancy
Beauty standards, ageing and the conversation around Botox
The reality of success and the work ethic required to build something meaningful
Lessons from Shaun’s experience building a global brand
The impact of clickbait culture and online misinformation
Why discernment is essential in today’s digital world
Social media overwhelm and creating healthier boundaries
Balance, discipline and respecting your future self

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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 state
How to layer and embody that energy in real time
A simple way to reset when you feel out of alignment

Save 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.

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