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Shownotes: Finding The Courage To Be Me with Rugare Gomo ep 50

 Born stateless in Zimbabwe, Rugare Gomo grew up wondering if he would ever belong. His journey starts with a secret letter and unfolds into dazzling success—only to reveal that achievement without authenticity feels like a trap. In this moving episode, Rugare shares how he went from law firms and corporate boardrooms to finding freedom, alignment, and purpose. If you’re navigating identity, mental health, or wellbeing, his story offers hope...

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Shownotes: Guess Who's Coming To Dinner? In Bed With Phil ep  49

 What happens when Toni and the lovely Phil get asked: If you could invite three people to dinner, who would they be? This playful “Ask Us Anything” episode explores big names like Maya Angelou, Gandhi, Van Morrison, and even overlooked heroes like Cecilia Payne, alongside personal choices like Phil's late father. Funny banter, heartfelt moments, and a classic Phil dad joke make this episode a mix of humour, wellbeing insights, and co...

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Shownotes: Hiking, Huskies & Helping The World with Nikki Beaumont  ep 48

 What happens when one woman refuses to live a small life? In this inspiring wellbeing and resilience episode, Nikki Beaumont shares stories of trekking Nepal with her 5-year-old to deliver solar lights, school supplies, and medical gear, creating the Northern Rivers Executive Network to funnel profits into mental health and community charities, and celebrating the millennium on a husky sled in –40°C. Leadership, courage, and compassion shine through in this unforgettable conve...

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Shownotes: Curious About the 4 Day Work Week? ep #47

What if work didn’t feel like a grind? Nikki Beaumont shares how her company, Beaumont People, created an award-winning culture with a four-day work week, people-first leadership, and innovative ways to support charities. This episode explores workplace wellbeing, burnout prevention, and building happier, more productive teams—plus why putting people before profit transforms business success and mental health.

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Shownotes: Fun With Failure - In Bed With Phil ep 46

 Failure can be funny, humbling, and sometimes the very thing that sets us on a better path. In this lighthearted In Bed with Phil episode, Toni and Phil share stories of forgotten birthdays, exploding springs, cheesecake mishaps, and even leaving their newborn in a supermarket aisle. Through laughter and honesty, they explore how mistakes shape us, build resilience, and sometimes create unexpected gifts. A playful reminder that wellbeing, relationships, and mental he...

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Shownotes: Five Fabulous Failures with Toni Powell ep 45

 Failure isn’t the end—it’s the path to growth. In this inspiring Sh!t Happy episode, Toni Powell explores how setbacks, rejection, and mistakes can fuel resilience, success, and better mental health. You’ll hear how some of the world’s most remarkable people turned failure into transformation. If you struggle with self-doubt or setbacks, this is a masterclass in seeing failure as progress.

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Shownotes  The Sky Is Not The Limit with Cran Middlecoat  ep 44

Former pilot Cran Middlecoat shares how a sudden medical crisis ended his flying career and forced him to rebuild his identity. From near-death surgery to teaching resilience and STEM to kids, Cran’s story shows how to recover from loss, re-frame failure, and find a new purpose. If you’ve ever faced burnout, illness, or the loss of a dream, this inspiring conversation offers practical insights into wellbeing, mindset, and learning to thr...

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SHOWNOTES: Hilarious Scams #43

 This lighthearted In Bed with Phil episode dives into scams, hoaxes, and cons—sheep sold as poodles in Japan, Victor Lustig’s sale of the Eiffel Tower, and even mathematicians outsmarting scientists on a train. With humor, history, and outrageous human behavior, Toni and Phil remind us how laughter and connection are powerful tools for wellbeing and mental health.

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SHOWNOTES: Try This Life Changing Happiness Hack ep #42

Savouring is a powerful tool for mental health, wellbeing, and relationships. Instead of rushing through life, learn how to slow down, capture joy, and create stronger emotional memories. From “mental snapshots” to playful games and even chocolate meditation, this episode explores practical, science-backed ways to boost happiness, enrich everyday moments, and strengthen love and connection.

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SHOWNOTES: Crisis Meets Comedy with Mae Da  ep 41

 What happens when a “good girl” breaks every rule? In this raw, funny, and deeply human conversation, emerging artist and reluctant comedian Mae Da shares how complex trauma, cultural expectations, divorce, and a mental breakdown led her to stand-up comedy. This is an inspiring story of survival, mental health recovery, resilience, and the surprising healing power of dark humour.

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SHOWNOTES: The Most Needed Skills  ep 40

What’s the most underrated life skill? In this fun and thought-provoking “In Bed with Phil” episode, Toni and Phil dive into kindness, perseverance, and the lost art of fixing things. They explore how small acts of kindness can ripple through communities, why repairing instead of replacing is good for wellbeing, and how perseverance—whether through relationships, art, or 5,126 failed prototypes—creates breakthroughs. A warm, funny, and wise look at the skills that truly matter for resilience, mental health, and...

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SHOWNOTES: Battling The Mind Sharks

 Marathon swimmer Tammy van Wisse shares how the tools she used to conquer the impossible Bass Strait swim helped her face a breast cancer diagnosis. From choosing a double mastectomy to finding calm on the operating table, Tammy reveals the resilience, mindset, and support systems that carried her through treatment. A powerful look at wellbeing, cancer recovery, mental health, and the surprising ways adversity can give us perspective, strength, and even joy.

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SHOWNOTES: She Took On Impossible and Won ep 38

Marathon swimmer Tammy van Wisse shares her incredible story of becoming the only human to ever swim the treacherous Bass Strait. Battling hypothermia, ferocious waves, stingers, exhaustion, and self-doubt, Tammy reveals the mental toughness, preparation, and support that helped her achieve the “impossible.” This inspiring conversation dives deep into resilience, overcoming fear, and finding calm in chaos—powerful lessons for mental health, wellbeing, and pushing beyond limits.

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SHOWNOTES: A Year to LIve In Bed With Phil  ep 37

If you had just one year to live, what would you change? In this cozy, funny, and thought-provoking “In Bed with Phil” episode, Toni and Phil tackle life’s biggest question with warmth and humor. From decluttering sheds to Buddhist wisdom, from Bronnie Ware’s Top Five Regrets of the Dying to the 80-year Harvard study on happiness, the chat explores death, dying, and what truly matters—relationships, laughter, and the small moments that make life me...

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SHOWNOTES: Dreams, Miracles & Enlightenment #36

A powerful exploration of dreams, love, and the miracles hidden in everyday life. Psychotherapist Paul McDermott shares extraordinary stories of spiritual awakening, guidance through dreams, and a love story born from a single tango dance. This moving conversation uncovers how connection, awareness, and wonder can transform mental health, wellbeing, and even how we face death.

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SHOWNOTES: Dying to Live # 35

What does it mean to truly meet someone where they are—even when they’re difficult, dying, or dismantling everything they once knew? In this deeply moving conversation with psychotherapist and author Paul McDermott, we explore love, loss, ego, and the lessons of dying that shape how we live. A powerful story about compassion, presence, and the radical shift that happens when we stop trying to fix others and instead simply walk beside them. Perfect for those seeking insight into well...

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SHOWNOTES: Swapping Lives #34

In this lighthearted In Bed with Phil episode, Toni and Phil tackle a listener’s playful question: What if they swapped lives for a week—who would suffer more? Expect laughs, honesty, and a cheeky take on marriage, relationships, and what it really means to live inside someone else’s head. Perfect for anyone curious about love, connection, mental health in relationships, and finding humour in everyday chaos.

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SHOWNOTES: Influence Your Own Health Outcomes ep #33

How do you advocate for yourself when faced with a scary diagnosis or confusing medical process? This empowering episode explores practical tools for self-advocacy in healthcare—asking the right questions, finding allies, navigating second opinions, and building confidence. Packed with strategies for health literacy, communication, and confidence, it’s essential listening for anyone navigating illness, caregiving, or supporting loved ones through tough medical journeys.

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SHOWNOTES:  Be Your Own Self Health Advocate #32

What do you do when your health is on the line—but you’re too scared to speak up? In this powerful episode, cancer survivor and patient advocate Luan Lawrenson-Woods shares how learning self-advocacy transformed her breast cancer journey. From brutal medical encounters to life-saving second opinions, Luan unpacks why speaking up isn’t selfish—it’s essential. If you’ve ever felt dismissed in a medical setting or unsure how to challenge a doctor, this episode is packed with insight, cour...

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Shownotes: Annoying Each Other ep #31

 Living with someone long-term? Annoying habits are guaranteed. In this funny and relatable In Bed with Phil episode, Toni and Phil swap stories of forgotten sunglasses, vanishing oven mitts, secret DIY projects, and communication fails. Along the way, they share how laughter, play, and not taking things too seriously can keep a relationship strong. A warm, witty look at love, marriage, and the art of surviving each other without losing your mind—or your sunglasses.

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Shownotes: I Healed My Marriage in 30 Days #30

Can you really save a struggling marriage without changing your partner? In this inspiring wellbeing conversation, Toni shares the story of Lois, who felt stuck in her 25-year marriage until a simple 30-day challenge helped her rediscover love, joy, and gratitude. This episode explores mental health, relationships, and the surprising science of savouring—showing how shifting focus from flaws to appreciation can transform connection, resilience, and happiness.

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Shownotes: Having, Being and Doing Enough ep 29

How do you know when you are enough, have enough, and do enough? In this inspiring episode, broadcaster, author, and former music journalist Sheridan Stewart shares how bushfires, burnout, and a life audit led to her 90-day challenge—and her bestselling book I Am Enough. Sheridan talks about stress, overwork, money habits, and the power of pressing pause. If you’ve ever battled overwhelm, financial stress, or identity tied to “doing it all,” this conversation is packed with mental h...

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Shownotes: Forgiveness PHILosophy Ep 28

Forgiveness isn’t easy it’s just essential for wellbeing, mental health, and healthy relationships. In this candid and funny “In Bed with Phil” episode, Toni and Phil explore how forgiveness shapes resilience, why seeing from another’s perspective can heal bitterness, and why the process often feels like compost—growing good things out of life’s mess. With personal stories, insights from Fred Luskin, and hilarious apology notes, this conversation proves forgiveness is messy, human, and absolutely transformative.

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Shownotes: How You Can Forgive ep #27

 Forgiveness isn’t about letting someone off the hook—it’s about freeing yourself. In this powerful conversation with Dr. Fred Luskin, Director of the Stanford Forgiveness Project, we explore why unforgiveness harms mental health, how resentment fuels pain in both body and mind, and the practical steps anyone can take to release grudges, reduce stress, and create healthier relationships. If you’re struggling with anger, waiting for an apology, or feeling “ruined” by someone else’s actions, this episode offers proven t...

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Shownotes: Finding Inner Peace EP #26

What if forgiveness is the missing key to your wellbeing? In this powerful conversation, Stanford’s Dr. Fred Luskin—founder of the Forgiveness Project—shares how letting go of resentment rewires your brain, lowers stress, improves mental health, and transforms relationships. From the hidden costs of grudges to the surprising link between expectations, suffering, and inner peace, this episode offers practical steps to free yourself from anger and live with more ease, resilience, and compassion.

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Shownotes: Gold At 51 - Why It's Never Too Late with Carol Cooke EP #60

 Paralympian Carol Cooke proves it’s never too late to chase impossible dreams. From being told she wasn’t strong enough to row, to becoming a world champion cyclist in her 50s, Carol’s story is packed with resilience, reinvention, and humour. This inspiring conversation offers powerful wellbeing lessons on grit, self-belief, and refusing to let others decide your limits. If you’ve ever thought your chance has passed, this episode might just change yo...

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Shownotes: From Shitshow to Shift EP # 25

When life falls apart, it’s easy to spiral into anger, self-doubt, and misery. In this candid “In Bed with Phil” episode, Toni and Phil unpack how losing their business, illness, and humiliation nearly broke them—and how one powerful shift in understanding the brain turned despair into hope. A raw and funny conversation on resilience, mental health, and finding light in the darkest places.

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Shownotes: From Dream to Disaster #24

Betrayal, resilience, and the messy beauty of starting something big. In this episode, Toni Powell shares the rise and collapse of the film festival she founded—an inspiring, heartbreaking, and ultimately transformative journey. Touching on wellbeing, resilience, relationships, and the psychology of trust and betrayal, this story offers hope for anyone navigating loss, stress, or the painful politics of human behaviour.

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Shownotes: Hip Hop For Healing  EP 23

 From dancing with Britney Spears to earning an Order of Australia, Winitha Bonnie has transformed hip hop into a powerful tool for social change. In this uplifting episode, we dive into her journey from awkward teen to motivational leader, exploring how dance helped her overcome depression, build resilience, and teach disadvantaged youth life-changing skills. If you’re interested in wellbeing, mental health, boundaries, or finding your way back to yourself, this episode is pure gold.

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Shownotes: Going For Gold - EP # 22

In this warm and witty In Bed with Phil episode of Sh!t Happy, Toni shares the origin story of the Heart of Gold International Film Festival—a dream sparked by a short film that changed her life. Together, she and Phil reveal the highs and heartbreaks of building a festival with heart: from screener groups of avocado farmers and pornographers, to miracles, wonder, and devastating loss. A raw, funny, and deeply human look at community, creativity, resilience, and why storytelling ma...

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Shownotes:  A Highly Unlikely Story EP #21

What happens when an unlikely little film takes you from embarrassment to winning Best Short Film in Los Angeles? In this episode, Toni and Phil share the surreal story of how Looking Good—a seven-minute film shot with family—unexpectedly launched them into film festivals, celebrity encounters, and conversations that changed lives. A story about resilience, serendipity, creative obsession, and the surprising power of storytelling to transform relationships, wellbeing, and mental health.

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Shownotes: Blindsided by Benzos EP #20

Filmmaker Deke Ludwig’s viral short film Seeing changed how Toni experiences the world—teaching the life-shifting truth that “the ordinary is extraordinary.” In this raw, powerful conversation, Deke shares how the film’s message shaped his life and how a doctor-prescribed benzodiazepine for mild anxiety and insomnia nearly destroyed it. Learn the warning signs, recovery truths, and science-backed wellbeing skills that can protect you and the people you love from medical overprescription and help you reclaim joy.

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Shownotes: THE SHOOTOUT - ep #19

A heartwarming, funny, and inspiring conversation about how a small creative risk can change your life. Toni and Phil share the behind-the-scenes story of their short film Looking Good—from near disaster to sweeping awards—and how stepping out of your comfort zone can boost mental health, build resilience, and create opportunities you never expected. Perfect for anyone seeking inspiration, wellbeing tips, and a reminder of the power of taking a chance.

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SHOWNOTES: Curing My Crisis Creatively EP #18

What do you do when life derails and you feel like the joy is gone forever? In this raw, funny, and deeply moving episode, Toni and Phil share the true story behind their short film Looking Good—how grief, isolation, and a midlife crisis sparked an unexpected creative adventure that rewired their mental health and rekindled hope. This is a story about risk, resilience, and the power of doing something daring to heal your soul.

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Shownotes: Sex, Drugs & Meditation ep #17

What happens when workplace bullying, desperation, and a stubborn streak collide with a 10-day silent meditation retreat? Author Mary-Lou Stevens turned her painful ABC workplace experience, personal struggles, and a mind full of drama into the bestselling memoir Sex, Drugs & Meditation. In this honest, funny, and deeply relatable conversation, she shares how Vipassana helped her cope with stress, transform her mindset, and kick an addiction to misery itself. Perfect for anyone exploring wellbeing, mental health, and personal growth.

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