Best So What S The Hook Podcasts (2025)

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Plausibility: Serendipity and Kismet vs. Coincidence 32:05

3h ago32:05

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Bestselling author Bianca Marais sits down with New York Times bestselling author of multiple novels, Marissa Stapley (writing as Julia McKay) to unwrap the magic behind her latest novel, ‘Christmas at the Ranch.’ From swoony romance and second chances to the inspiration that fueled the story, Marissa pulls back the curtain on her writing process. …

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45. QUICK RESET: The biggest lie parents believe during school holidays? This is what everyone does 19:03

15h ago19:03

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🤔 Are school holidays not what you imagined? You thought they’d be fun — but instead you’re tired, burnt out, and blaming yourself for not enjoying them. In this Quick Reset, Jane unpacks the hidden truth about parenting through school holidays with ADHD: not all mums start the day with the same energy budget. When you’re managing sensory overload,…

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Roots, Stones, D***s & Bones 28:55

19h ago28:55

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Send us your questions [email protected] Follow the hosts on social media Weezy @Weezywtf & Mandii B @Fullcourtpumps and follow the Decisions Decisions pages Instagram @_decisionsdecisions “No Holes Barred: A Dual Manifesto Of Sexual Exploration And Power” w/ Tempest X! Link Don't forget to tag #decisionsdecisions or @ us to let us know what y…

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44. Why bad behaviour is rarely bad at all (and how to respond instead) 37:11

2d ago37:11

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⚡ Sticker charts, punishments, time-outs — most ADHD mums have tried them. And most of us have felt the gut-punch of guilt when they “don’t work.” But here’s the truth: what looks like “bad behaviour” is usually a dysregulated nervous system asking for help, not a child trying to make life harder . In this episode, Jane speaks with psychologist Lea…

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EP. 439: Why You Need A Medium Ugly Man (Ft. Rosy) 54:08

3d ago54:08

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This week the ladies are joined by Rosy of the Say Less podcast! Rosy almost brought Kaz to the show, but instead we kick things off with a fun catch-up—including plans to see Chris Brown live. From relationship status updates to the perks (and pitfalls) of being single, we dive into expectations, emotional availability, and even the chaos of datin…

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Shooting the Shit Live From New York! 29:22

3d ago29:22

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Fresh off the People of Publishing Conference in NYC, Carly and CeCe spill all the tea! From why newsletters are hotter than ever, to the high-stakes drama of book auctions, to the buzz around the creator economy—they’ve got stories, laughs, and insider tips you won’t want to miss. Networking, publishing, and plenty of laughs: this episode has it a…

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How to Find The Hook in Your Book 46:13

7d ago46:13

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In this episode of Books with Hooks, hosts Bianca, Carly and CeCe chat with Leslie, winner of our flash fiction contest, about her query letter for a YA dystopian novel. They explore the story’s themes, how to structure a compelling query, and why tension and stakes are key. Carly and CeCe weigh in with feedback on character depth, the virus’s role…

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43. QUICK RESET: Mum hack meal planning for when you're already burnt out. 14:09

8d ago14:09

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Meal planning was built for neurotypicals. That’s why it breaks ADHD mums. In this Quick Reset, Jane calls out the shame trap of “just get organised” and explains why meal planning feels impossible when it demands six executive functions at once. From frozen meat to kids refusing everything you bought, this episode offers ADHD-friendly hacks for su…

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You've Got Decisions: The Grind To Healthy Commitment (Ft. Brianda & Wolf) 37:24

8d ago37:24

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Send us your questions [email protected] Follow the hosts on social media Weezy @Weezywtf & Mandii B @Fullcourtpumps and follow the Decisions Decisions pages Instagram @_decisionsdecisions “No Holes Barred: A Dual Manifesto Of Sexual Exploration And Power” w/ Tempest X! Link Don't forget to tag #decisionsdecisions or @ us to let us know what y…

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42. HORMONES: HRT, ADHD & Perimenopause: What No One’s Explaining to Women 43:17

10d ago43:17

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Night sweats, meltdowns, migraines, brain fog — and still dismissed as “mum stress.” For ADHD women, perimenopause isn’t weakness — it’s biology colliding with a system that refuses to notice. In this episode, Jane speaks with Dr Lara Briden, naturopathic doctor and author of Hormone Repair Manual, to unpack what perimenopause really looks like for…

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Ep. 438: Thick Threads & Three Strokes (ft. Persephanii & Patrick Cloud) 1:03:54

10d ago1:03:54

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This week the ladies are joined by Persephanii & Patrick Cloud of the Thick Threads podcast! From joking about breasts and body positivity to Patrick’s funniest bedroom stories, it gets wild. The crew dives into awkward moments in the bedroom, BBW party stories, and our truth or dare that has the team perplexed. Persephanii shares what it’s like be…

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Shooting The Shit: About book blurb culture, how to sell a book in a “tough category” and the Anthropic Settlement 51:47

10d ago51:47

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In this episode of Shooting the Shit, Carly and CeCe tackle some of publishing’s messiest realities with their usual mix of honesty and humor. They dig into the alarming trend of agents offering representation with 24-hour decision windows—and why that’s predatory. The conversation then shifts to the world of blurbs: pre-written pitches, the hidden…

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Intentionality! Intentionality! Intentionality! 30:57

14d ago30:57

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In this engaging conversation, Bianca interviews Danya Kukafka, the author of 'Notes on an Execution.' They discuss the inspiration behind the novel, the evolution of its story, and the intentionality behind character perspectives. Danya shares insights into her writing process, the unique narrative style of ‘Ansel’, and the importance of exploring…

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41. CONFESSION: Mums wrote in anonymously… and what they shared wrecked me 10:33

15d ago10:33

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⚠️ Content Warning : This episode contains heavy confessions. These themes may be triggering for listeners with trauma histories or postnatal depression. Please listen with care and step away if you need to. These confessions prove you’re not broken, you’re not failing — and you’re definitely not alone. For the first time, Jane reads out anonymous …

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You've Got Decisons: He's an Inmate..I'm a CO..HELP! (Ft. Deante) 31:35

15d ago31:35

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Send us your questions [email protected] Follow the hosts on social media Weezy @Weezywtf & Mandii B @Fullcourtpumps and follow the Decisions Decisions pages Instagram @_decisionsdecisions “No Holes Barred: A Dual Manifesto Of Sexual Exploration And Power” w/ Tempest X! Link Don't forget to tag #decisionsdecisions or @ us to let us know what y…

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40. HORMONES: The Perimenopause Crash – Progesterone, Stress, and the Rage Nobody Warned Us About 17:49

17d ago17:49

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Perimenopause can feel like being blindsided by a hormonal crash no one prepared you for. Mood swings, rage, insomnia, and anxiety get dumped in the ‘mum stress’ basket — as if biology crashing is just bad attitude. For ADHD mums, the mix of perimenopause and neurodivergence is like juggling knives while the floor gives way. This episode calls out …

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Ep. 437: Spilled Tea & Ex-Flings (Ft. AlexxMedia) 1:13:57

17d ago1:13:57

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This week, Mandii and Weezy sit down with AlexxMedia to catch up on Mandii’s LA trip, talk about relationships, ghosting, and when to keep it honest. They get into adding a “third,” why nobody was actually looking for a throuple, and a wild session of Truth or Dare. After that the crew gets into the Tea App leaks and how anonymous gossip can stir t…

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Shooting the Shit: Why the industry publishes so many (too many!) books and how to spot a writerly phishing scam 43:38

17d ago43:38

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In this episode of Shooting the Shit, Carly and CeCe kick things off with a little post–Labor Day catch-up before diving into the big stuff: staying sane while juggling work, life, and endless TBR piles. They tackle the rise of phishing scams targeting writers, breaking down the warning signs every author should know before signing with an agent. T…

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Pitch Perfect 35:21

21d ago35:21

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In this episode of Books with Hooks, literary agents Carly and CeCe get nit-picky with an almost ‘Pitch Perfect’ query submission. They offer insider tips on how this particular query grabbed their attention from the very first line. They dish on what makes a query irresistible, why killer opening pages matter, and how to nail tension and character…

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39. CONFESSION: Can You Love Someone and Still Dread S*x? 14:21

22d ago14:21

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‘Not tonight’ isn’t rejection — it’s survival. You can be deeply in love, feel safe and connected, and still feel absolutely no desire for sex. For neurodivergent mums, it’s not about being broken. It’s about being depleted. Burnout, overstimulation, resentment, and chronic executive load all take a toll — and desire doesn’t grow in captivity. This…

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You've Got Decisons: Am I Moving on Too Fast? 30:54

22d ago30:54

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Send us your questions [email protected] Follow the hosts on social media Weezy @Weezywtf & Mandii B @Fullcourtpumps and follow the Decisions Decisions pages Instagram @_decisionsdecisions “No Holes Barred: A Dual Manifesto Of Sexual Exploration And Power” w/ Tempest X! Link Don't forget to tag #decisionsdecisions or @ us to let us know what y…

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38. QUICK RESET: The Hallway Hook That Saved My Sanity 8:46

23d ago8:46

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School mornings feel like hostage negotiations — not routine. Missing shoes, weird sock meltdowns, vanishing library bags… and still the world says ‘just get more organised’. But ADHD families don’t run on habits — we run on cues. In this Quick Reset, Jane shares the one simple change that turned mornings from chaos into something survivable: the h…

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37. HORMONES: Histamine + Hormones – Why You Feel Like You’re Falling Apart 21:19

24d ago21:19

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Doctors said anxiety. It turns out, for many ADHD mums, it’s actually hormones colliding with histamine. This episode kicks off our hormone mini-series with ADHD & women’s health naturopath Kylie Smart, exploring how histamine interacts with oestrogen, stress, and ADHD — and why so many mums are dismissed as “hysterical” or “anxious” when the truth…

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Ep. 436: Babies, Breakups & Big Secrets (Ft. SK & MyLin) 1:31:21

24d ago1:31:21

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Mandii and Weezy are back with a wild, unfiltered episode featuring SK & Mylin. From open relationship debates and cheating scandals to co-parenting struggles, raising kids, and keeping the spark alive after 12 years, this one gets deep, funny, and messy all at once. The conversation dives into love, sex, pronouns, sperm insemination, parenting dyn…

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Shooting The Shit about what agents really think about writer’s conferences, how agents get good at their jobs, and what actually sells books right now 46:51

24d ago46:51

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In this episode of Shooting The Shit, Carly and CeCe unpack the state of today’s publishing industry—from their latest projects to upcoming conferences and the realities of writer–agent dynamics. They dig into what writers can expect from conferences, how agents sharpen their manuscript-analysis skills, and whether podcast appearances really move t…

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Writing a Voicey Novel 56:06

28d ago56:06

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In part one of this week’s episode, Bianca sits down with bestselling author Annie Hartnett to dive into her poignant new novel, ‘The Road to Tender Hearts.’ Together, they unpack the novel’s rich themes of loss, redemption, and the beautifully messy nature of human connection. Annie shares her behind-the-scenes writing process, why voice matters m…

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36. QUICK RESET: They said don't label him, so he suffered in silence 17:42

29d ago17:42

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‘Don’t label her,’ they said. Now she cries herself to sleep, wondering why she’s too much. 💔 That’s what happens when kids grow up different but unsupported. The world never calls it ADHD — it calls it bossy, weird, difficult. And children believe it. In this Quick Reset, Jane McFadden unpacks the real cost of avoiding diagnosis. Parents often fea…

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You've Got Decisons: My Wife Is Holding Me Back 39:02

29d ago39:02

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Send us your questions [email protected] Follow the hosts on social media Weezy @Weezywtf & Mandii B @Fullcourtpumps and follow the Decisions Decisions pages Instagram @_decisionsdecisions “No Holes Barred: A Dual Manifesto Of Sexual Exploration And Power” w/ Tempest X! Link Don't forget to tag #decisionsdecisions or @ us to let us know what y…

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35. You Were the Good Girl. That’s Why You’re Falling Apart Now. 30:43

30d ago30:43

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You keep the house running. You hold the emotions. You never say no. And still, part of you wonders if you’re doing enough. This solo episode isn’t just about perfectionism or people pleasing — it’s about the deeper pattern so many ADHD mums live inside without realising it: good girl conditioning. Jane peels back the layers of expectation, guilt, …

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34. Is It Social Anxiety — or Is It Autism 33:57

1M ago33:57

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You can’t ‘train’ a brain to enjoy being flooded with noise, light, smells, and chaos. You can only push it until it shuts down — or shuts you out. Yet families are told every day that ‘exposure therapy’ will fix sensory overwhelm. In this episode, we talk about why that’s not just wrong — it’s dangerous. You’ll learn: How to tell the difference be…

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EP. 435: Truth or Dare, Strippers & Red Flags (Ft. Paul Pierce & Azar) 1:18:42

1M ago1:18:42

1:18:42

Paul Pierce and Azar from The Truth After Dark join Mandii B and Weezy WTF for one of the rawest episodes yet. The conversation dives into the controversial clip of Paul Pierce speaking on why athletes date white women, and things only get crazier from there.From Kyrie Irving’s comments about salaries painting a target on athletes, to viral fly-out…

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August Bonus Episode 57:17

1M ago57:17

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In part one of August’s Bonus Episode, Bianca connects with debut author Jo Morey. In this vibrant conversation,Jo opens up about her novel ‘Lime Juice Money’, sharing the winding road to publication and the intricacies of the editing process. Jo dives into the unique challenge—and opportunity—of writing from the perspective of a protagonist with a…

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Exploring the Critical to Compassionate Spectrum 38:55

1M ago38:55

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In this episode of Books with Hooks, hosts Bianca, Carly, and CeCe dive into a query for the historical mystery ‘A Body at Rest', exploring the impact of its title, the clarity of its plot threads, and how well the characters’ interiority comes through. They also assess the effectiveness of the prologue and discuss how to strengthen character devel…

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You've Got Decisions: Am I Tripping? 24:16

1M ago24:16

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Send us your questions [email protected] Follow the hosts on social media Weezy @Weezywtf & Mandii B @Fullcourtpumps and follow the Decisions Decisions pages Instagram @_decisionsdecisions “No Holes Barred: A Dual Manifesto Of Sexual Exploration And Power” w/ Tempest X! Link Don't forget to tag #decisionsdecisions or @ us to let us know what y…

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33. CONFESSIONS: I Don’t Always Like Being a Parent 12:45

1M ago12:45

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Sometimes parenting feels like being pecked to death by tiny, unstable chickens. We love our kids fiercely — but that doesn’t mean we have to love every single moment of raising them. In this unfiltered Quick Reset, Jane says the thing so many ADHD mums are scared to admit out loud: I don’t always like being a parent. And no — that doesn’t make you…

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32. QUICK RESET: My child is being bullied and I'm supposed to stay calm 28:34

1M ago28:34

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Your child comes home from school withdrawn, teary, or exploding in rage — and you’re expected to stay calm. Every cell in your body wants to burn the system down, but the school says ‘We’re handling it’. You can see your child’s spark dimming, and you’re being told to keep your emotions in check so you’re not labelled ‘the emotional mum’. Psycholo…

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31. The ADHD Mum’s Guide to Surviving School Mornings Without Tears (Theirs or Yours) 33:04

1M ago33:04

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If school mornings in your house feel like a high-stakes obstacle course — socks missing, bags unpacked, emotions running high — this episode will feel like a deep breath you didn’t know you needed. Jane is joined by Sharon Collon from The Functional Family to talk about how to survive those brutal pre-school hours without burning every ounce of pa…

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EP 434: Saving Your Marriage & Successful Failure (Ft. KevOnStage) 1:16:23

1M ago1:16:23

1:16:23

KevOnStage joins the crew to talk about his new book, “Successful Failure.” Then Kev tackles the struggles of being seen as “churchy” while still being human, and how movie theaters can feel a little too sinful. He opens up about meeting his wife back in 2000, their pandemic rough patch, and the hilarious Madden breakup attempt. The conversation ge…

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Shooting The Shit: CeCe's new job, agent referrals, and what publishers try to get away with when writer's don't have agents 50:11

1M ago50:11

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CeCe drops big news—she’s joining Wendy Sherman Associates! Carly and CeCe dive into what it means for her clients, how agency moves work behind the scenes, and the one question every querying writer should be asking. They also pull back the curtain on what publishers try to sneak into contracts when authors don’t have agents (spoiler: it can stall…

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Karin Slaughter and the Mystery of Character and Rachel Howzell Hall on Switching Genres 53:47

1M ago53:47

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In part one of this week’s episode, Bianca sits down with the legendary bestselling author Karin Slaughter to talk about all things dark, twisty, and utterly gripping in her latest novel, ‘We Are All Guilty Here.’ From building immersive worlds to crafting characters that leap off the page, Karin gives us a behind-the-scenes look at her writing pro…

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You've Got Decisons: Dry Spell Cure ASAP 19:04

1M ago19:04

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Send us your questions [email protected] Follow the hosts on social media Weezy @Weezywtf & Mandii B @Fullcourtpumps and follow the Decisions Decisions pages Instagram @_decisionsdecisions “No Holes Barred: A Dual Manifesto Of Sexual Exploration And Power” w/ Tempest X! Link Don't forget to tag #decisionsdecisions or @ us to let us know what y…

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30. MY UPDATE: The Lipedema Op: The Invisible Illness You Weren’t Supposed to Notice 15:49

1M ago15:49

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If you’ve already heard MY UPDATE: What Happens When You Lose the Meds That Helped You Survive, you know Part 1 ended on the decision to have lipedema surgery after years of chronic pain, medical dismissal, and the sudden loss of ADHD medication. This is what happened next. In this follow-up episode, Jane takes you behind the curtain of the surgery…

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29. MY UPDATE: What Happens When You Lose the Meds That Helped You Survive 12:30

1M ago12:30

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This isn’t just about medication. It’s about the pattern so many ADHD mums find themselves in — chasing answers, finding partial relief, and then hitting a wall you never saw coming. In this raw, unfiltered episode, Jane shares the deeply personal story of what happened when her body could no longer tolerate ADHD medication — and how a lifetime of …

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28. ADHD Meds, Access & Equity — What Families Need Policymakers to Hear 34:59

1M ago34:59

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With Special Guest: NSW Minister for Mental Health, Rose Jackson 💬 “It shouldn’t cost thousands of dollars and 12 months on a waitlist just to feel like a functioning parent.” For years, ADHD families have been begging for change — and this time, someone in government actually listened. In this landmark conversation, Jane is joined by NSW Minister …

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Ep. 433: Captain Hook 58:35

2M ago58:35

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In this week’s episode, we kick things off with a reminder to grab our New York Times best seller before catching up on life. Mandii doubles back on past stories before she and Weezy get hilariously candid about “counting their bodies” and debating “how big was the thang?” The conversation dives into feeling like a piece of meat, being called “babe…

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Shooting The Shit: "AI Slop" affecting books, what summers in publishing look like and hustle culture in the year 2025 44:35

2M ago44:35

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This week on Shooting the Shit, Carly and CeCe are back with a no-holds-barred convo on everything rocking the publishing world. They dive into how hustle culture is burning us all out, why summer feels like a weird limbo for book launches, and what it really means when authors get assistants. Plus: AI is creeping into publishing (yep, we’re talkin…

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From Audience to Impact: Crafting a Narrative That Connects 46:37

2M ago46:37

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In this special episode of Books with Hooks, Carly and CeCe are joined by debut author Bryce Thomas to dive into his query letter for ‘Barracuda and the Buddha!’ Get ready for a lively discussion filled with craft insights, as they break down what’s working—and what’s not—in Bryce’s pitch. From the sparks flying between Peter and Georgie to the emo…

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You've Got Decisions: From A Threeesome To A Throuple (Ft. Assante) 19:51

2M ago19:51

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Send us your questions [email protected] Follow the hosts on social media Weezy @Weezywtf & Mandii B @Fullcourtpumps and follow the Decisions Decisions pages Instagram @_decisionsdecisions “No Holes Barred: A Dual Manifesto Of Sexual Exploration And Power” w/ Tempest X! Link Don't forget to tag #decisionsdecisions or @ us to let us know what y…

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27. CONFESSIONS: 10 Things That Scare Me as an ADHD Mum 13:47

2M ago13:47

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This episode isn’t polished. It’s not another “mum guilt” talk with a tidy little bow. It’s a confession — 10 brutally honest fears that live under the surface of parenting with ADHD. The kind you lie awake thinking about. The kind you’re scared to say out loud. From burnout to school calls, masking to medical forms — this Quick Reset is for the mu…

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26. QUICK RESET: Why You Keep Waking at 3am — And It’s Not Just Anxiety 13:06

2M ago13:06

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If you’ve ever jolted awake at 3:11am spiralling over something you said in 2019 — you are not alone. This Quick Reset is for the mums lying in bed, exhausted but wired, wondering if their brain is broken. (Spoiler: it’s not.) In this raw and validating episode, Jane unpacks the real reasons so many neurodivergent women are waking up in the middle …

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