Life Academy

This week on Life Academy, we hit pause on the big themes and take a moment to check in with each other (and with you). It’s a much-needed life update and brain dump, where nothing is too small, too big, too chaotic, or too TMI. We debrief on everything from Dena’s recent car accident (she’s okay, but wow…) to Alicia’s ongoing house reno saga, to mum life highs and lows, and a bunch of little things in between. Think of this episode as a deep exhale for us, and hopefully for you too. Whether you’re folding laundry, driving, or sneaking some solo time, settle in for a raw and real catch-up between two women navigating life’s lessons with a bit of humour and a lot of honesty. In this episode: 🚗 Dena’s car accident and the spiritual ending. 🛠 Alicia’s never-ending house reno 👶 Mum life: mental loads, milestones & moments of madness 🧠 Our brain dumps: what's been on our minds lately ☕️ Catching up without an agenda and why that matters Follow us at www.instagram.com/denaamy [www.instagram.com/denaamy] www.instagram.com/aliciabanit [www.instagram.com/aliciabanit] www.instagram.com/lifeacademythepodcast [www.instagram.com/lifeacademythepodcast] https://www.tiktok.com/@lifeacademythepodcast [https://www.tiktok.com/@lifeacademythepodcast] Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FY3kDRxvQ/ [https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FY3kDRxvQ/] Watch us on YouTube www.youtube.com/@LifeAcademyThePodcast [www.youtube.com/@LifeAcademyThePodcast] Dreamwork and Recommendations: Infrared Saunas ( Recovery Lab & P3 ) Dissh Jeans www.dissh.com.au [www.dissh.com.au] Give your bestie a debrief call! Wearing: Dena- King Csilla & Style Runner Alicia- DISSH & Princess Polly Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

We asked, you delivered, and then some! This week on Life Academy, we’re diving into Part 1 of answering your burning questions, from juicy Dance Academy throwbacks to deep life chats, parenting, personal growth, and everything in between, nothing was off-limits. We got thousands of questions (literally), so we’ve hand-picked some of our favourites to kick off this Q&A series (dont worry if we didn't answer your question we will do this again and again..) It’s raw, reflective, and totally unscripted just the way we like it...and yes we promise behind-the-scenes moments from Dance Academy (we spill a little more tea 🍵) Whether you've followed us from the very beginning or just stumbled in, we’re so glad you’re here. Let’s keep this convo going 💛 📲 Follow Us: Follow us at www.instagram.com/denaamy [www.instagram.com/denaamy] www.instagram.com/aliciabanit [www.instagram.com/aliciabanit] www.tiktok.com/@lifeacademythepodcast [www.tiktok.com/@lifeacademythepodcast] Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FY3kDRxvQ/ [https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FY3kDRxvQ/] Watch us on YouTube www.youtube.com/@LifeAcademyThePodcast [www.youtube.com/@LifeAcademyThePodcast] Wearing: Dena- MAKU Alicia-DISSH and Princess Polly 🎧 Don’t forget to subscribe, rate + review, and share this ep with someone who grew up with Dance Academy or just needs the juicy goss. we love you!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

In this very important episode, we’re joined by the brilliant Kasey Edwards. Researcher, bestselling author, and the powerhouse behind "Raising Girls Who Like Themselves". Kasey’s work has sparked a movement of empowered parenting, and today, she’s sharing her wisdom with us, including the pillars to raising girls to like themselves. 💬 In This Episode: Kasey unpacks what it really takes to raise confident, resilient girls in a world that often tells them they’re not enough We talk body image, self-worth, and why we need to stop asking girls to be “good” Alicia and Dena reflect on their own childhoods, the messages they absorbed and what they’re trying to unlearn. Plus, the unexpected ways parents can empower their daughters and themselves. 💡 Life Lesson of the Week: When we raise girls who like themselves, we raise future women who back themselves and that starts with how we show up for them now. Whether you’re a parent, a future parent, or just trying to heal your own inner child, this episode will hit deep. 📚 Learn more about Kasey’s work: Website: www.kaseyedwards.com [www.kaseyedwards.com] Instagram: @kaseyedwardswriter Follow us at www.instagram.com/denaamy [www.instagram.com/denaamy] www.instagram.com/aliciabanit [www.instagram.com/aliciabanit] https://www.tiktok.com/@lifeacademythepodcast [https://www.tiktok.com/@lifeacademythepodcast] Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FY3kDRxvQ/ [https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FY3kDRxvQ/] Watch us on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@LifeAcademyThePodcast [www.youtube.com/@LifeAcademyThePodcast] 🌈 Dreamwork and Recommendations: Book: Raising Girls Who Like Themselves by Kasey Edwards https://www.raisinggirlswholikethemselves.com/ [https://www.raisinggirlswholikethemselves.com/] Omnilux LED Mask www.omniluxled.com [www.omniluxled.com] Esmi Skin Minerals: https://www.esmi.com.au [https://www.esmi.com.au] Reach out and phone a friend! Wearing: Alicia-Luna Lane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

This one’s brave and unforgettable. In todays episode, Alicia and Dena sit down with the incredible Tim Pocock, actor, composer and now author who shares his powerful journey of breaking free and finding truth. 💬 In This Episode: Tim opens up about growing up in and ultimately escaping a fundamentalist cult What it was like to endure and survive conversion therapy The long, complicated road to coming out and reclaiming his identity How storytelling became a lifeline and why he’s finally ready to share it all Behind-the-scenes of writing his debut memoir (out today!!) 💡 Life Lesson of the Week: There is no shame in your truth. This episode is a powerful reminder that healing begins the moment you stop hiding who you are and that your story might be the light someone else is waiting for. Follow us at www.instagram.com/denaamy [www.instagram.com/denaamy] www.instagram.com/aliciabanit [www.instagram.com/aliciabanit] www.instagram.com/timpocock [www.instagram.com/timpocock] https://www.tiktok.com/@lifeacademythepodcast [https://www.tiktok.com/@lifeacademythepodcast] Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FY3kDRxvQ/ [https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FY3kDRxvQ/] Watch us on YouTube www.youtube.com/@LifeAcademyThePodcast [www.youtube.com/@LifeAcademyThePodcast] Dreamwork and Recommendations: 📘 Tim’s Book (out now) https://www.amazon.com.au/Truth-Will-Set-You-Free [https://www.amazon.com.au/Truth-Will-Set-You-Free] Good American Family- Disney plus Wearing: Alicia- Luna Lane Dena- MAKU Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

This one’s raw, real, and just the beginning. In this episode Alicia and Dena sit down for Part 1 of a powerful series exploring their personal mental health journeys. 💬 In This Episode: Alicia opens up about her lifelong struggles with self-worth and the moments that cracked the facade Dena shares her road from addiction to recovery and the messy, beautiful truth of healing We unpack the emotional toll of PMDD and how it can feel like a shadow self taking over Why depression doesn’t always look like sadness and what it’s really like to live through it The unexpected power of speaking your truth, even when your voice shakes 💡 Life Lesson of the Week: You don’t have to be “fixed” to be worthy. This episode is a reminder that healing isn’t linear and being honest with yourself is the most radical act of self-care. Follow us at www.instagram.com/denaamy [www.instagram.com/denaamy] www.instagram.com/aliciabanit [www.instagram.com/aliciabanit] https://www.tiktok.com/@lifeacademythepodcast [https://www.tiktok.com/@lifeacademythepodcast] Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FY3kDRxvQ/ [https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FY3kDRxvQ/] Watch us on YouTube www.youtube.com/@LifeAcademyThePodcast [www.youtube.com/@LifeAcademyThePodcast] Dreamwork and Recommendations: 🌕 PMDD Awareness & Support: IAPMD – International Association for Premenstrual Disorders BAD BOY- Netflix Journals- www.selfdom.au [Journals-%20www.selfdom.au] Wearing- Dena- Raef The Label Alicia- Luna Love If you are struggling, you are not alone. Reach out to LIFELINE 13 11 14 They also have a texting line 0477 131 114 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]