Jules Robinson shot to fame following her appearance on Married at First Sight  where she met her now ‘real’ husband Cam. Since MAFS, the couple have had a baby with another on the way, and entrepreneur Jules has launched a shapewear brand, fashion label, and hair and makeup bar.

 In this episode Jess and Jules dig deep on her unconventional journey to finding love and the challenges she faced along the way. She opens up about the hurtful trolling she has experienced since MAFS, and how she’s been able to turn that into love and acceptance for herself. Jules radiates positivity and is all about supporting and uplifting other women, she shares her story of navigation burnout and the need for self care to help those of us who take on multiple roles and responsibilities.

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Grab your copy of Ask Jules here

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CREDITS:
Host: Jessica Rowe
Guest: Jules Robinson
Executive Producer: Nic McClure
Audio Producer: Nat Marshall
Digital Content Producer: Amy Code

The Jess Rowe Big Talk Show acknowledges the Gadigal people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders peoples here today.

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Jelena Dokic is a tennis star and survivor of domestic violence, something she suffered for over 20 years at the hands of her father from the age of just six years old. Jelena also openly shares her remarkable story of life as a refugee dealing with poverty, racism, bullying and discrimination to help make a positive impact on others.

In this episode Jelena proves that our past doesn't have to define or defeat us, something she embodies in her motto of victim, survivor, thriver. Jess and Jelena discuss the power of vulnerability and the importance of seeking professional help for healing. Jelena also addresses the issue of body shaming and online trolling and why this behavior needs to be called out and addressed with kindness and compassion.

Content Warning: This conversation is about family violence and if this brings up anything for you, help is available by contacting 1-800-RESPECT for a safe place to talk day and night or Lifeline on 13 11 14.

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Find Jelena's books Unbreakable and Fearless here

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CREDITS:
Host: Jessica Rowe
Guest: Jelena Dokic
Executive Producer: Nic McClure
Audio Producer: Nat Marshall
Digital Content Producer: Amy Code

The Jess Rowe Big Talk Show acknowledges the Gadigal people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders peoples here today.

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Since becoming Australia’s first MasterChef, mum-of-three Julie Goodwin has become a much loved household name. However there is so much more to Julie’s story, because under the surface of her success she was dealing with mental illness, addiction and childhood trauma.

In this compelling chat Jess is brought to tears as she and Julie dig deep on the pressure she felt to appear strong, preventing her from speaking up about her internal struggles and seeking help. She also opens up about her alcohol addiction and why addressing the underlying issues, and big dose of self compassion was crucial in the healing process. Julie wants us to embrace the messiness of life, and talk about these difficult topics to help break the stigma surrounding them

Content Warning: This episode is created for adult audiences only, and touches on suicide and child abuse, if this brings up any issues for you, help is available by calling lifeline on 13 11 14 for a safe place to talk day and night.

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Julies powerful memoir 'Your Time Starts Now' is available now

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CREDITS:
Host: Jessica Rowe
Guest: Julie Goodwin
Executive Producer: Nic McClure
Audio Producer: Nat Marshall
Digital Content Producer: Amy Code

The Jess Rowe Big Talk Show acknowledges the Gadigal people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders peoples here today.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.