TEA WITH JULES
Tea with Jules Sebastian is a podcast where the host shares stories, spills tea, and draws life lessons from meaningful conversations. Each episode aims to provide insights and takeaways for listeners, creating a cozy atmosphere reminiscent of having tea with a friend.
Episodes
Current Life Edit: On Energy, Overwhelm and What's Really Taking Up Our Brain Space | Jules & Lisa Johnston
Welcome to the first Current Life Edit, a brand new kind of episode where Jules and her manager and friend Lisa Johnston pull back the curtain on exactly what's going on in their lives, in real time. No guest, no script, just a handful of honest questions and wherever the answers take them. It's the kind of unfiltered, feet up chat you have with your best mate, and it might all change by n
The Secret To Backing Yourself, Feeling Good and Building a Life You Love | Sally Obermeder
Television presenter, author, entrepreneur and mum of two Sally Obermeder returns to Tea with Jules, eleven years after her first visit. The day before she welcomed her daughter Annabel, Sally was diagnosed with aggressive stage 3 breast cancer, entering motherhood while facing chemotherapy, surgery and enormous uncertainty. What she built on the other side of that is a story of pure resilience.In
Getting Older, Losing Your Mind and the Friendship That Gets You Through | Lisa Johnston
Strap in for a good old fashioned catch up.In this episode, Jules sits down with her manager, dear friend and fan favourite Lisa Johnston for one of their much loved life chats. No agenda, no big lessons, just two friends, a lot of banter and some very funny stories. Consider this your permission to feel completely normal about all the chaos of everyday life.Spring has sprung, and with it comes th
The Woman Behind Big Little Lies on Storytelling, Success and Returning to the Book That Changed Everything | Liane Moriarty
Liane Moriarty is one of Australia's most loved and successful authors, the brilliant mind behind Big Little Lies, Nine Perfect Strangers and The Husband's Secret, and so many other stories that have captivated millions of readers around the world.Her writing is funny, clever, sometimes dark, and always incredibly observant about the way we live, love and relate to one another. And now she's retur
On Building an Empire, Walking Away, and Finding What Really Matters | Lisa Messenger
Lisa Messenger is one of Australia's most recognisable entrepreneurs, best known for building The Collective Hub into a global media brand that inspired millions of people to think differently about business, creativity and taking risks.But Lisa has never been someone to stand still. She has spent her career reinventing herself, and today that reinvention looks a little different. The Collective H
The Truth About AI, and Why Women Can't Afford to Sit It Out | Dr Nici Sweaney
Dr Nici Sweaney is one of Australia's leading voices on artificial intelligence, but what makes her story so compelling isn't just her credentials. It's her mission to make AI accessible, practical and empowering, especially for women.She understands AI from the inside out: the algorithms, the machine learning, the data, and the biases that shape the technology we're all beginning to rely on. In 2
The Story Behind Bachelor Girl and One of Australia's Most Loved Songs | Tania Doko
Tania Doko is the powerhouse voice behind Bachelor Girl, whose music has become part of the soundtrack to Australian life.Tania and James Roche formed Bachelor Girl in 1992, and their debut album Waiting for the Day went double platinum and won the ARIA Award for Producer of the Year. It delivered Buses and Trains, a song that won APRA Song of the Year, sits in Australia's 100 Greatest Songs, and
How to Reinvent Yourself, Let Go and Find What Really Matters | Pip Edwards
Content note: this episode includes discussion of the Bondi tragedy and its aftermath. Please listen with care. If you need support, Lifeline is available 24/7 on 13 11 14.Pip Edwards is one of Australia's most recognised entrepreneurs and creative leaders. Best known for co-founding P.E Nation, she helped redefine the way women think about activewear, building a global brand that blended fashion,
The Truth About Real Confidence, Body Image and Showing Up For Yourself | Emily Skye
Emily Skye is one of Australia's most recognisable voices in fitness and wellbeing, but her story is about so much more than exercise.In this warm and honest conversation, Jules sits down with Emily to talk about what really sits beneath a life that looks strong from the outside. Emily opens up about growing up as an insecure, shy girl who couldn't cope with the everyday, her later ADHD and autism
The Secret to Real Happiness, From the Man They Call Dr Happy | Dr Tim Sharp
Content warning: This episode includes an honest discussion of depression and suicidal thoughts. Please listen with care. If you or someone you know needs support, Lifeline is available 24/7 on 13 11 14.He's called Dr Happy. And he's lived with depression for most of his adult life.In this genuinely profound conversation, Jules sits down with Dr Tim Sharp, clinical and coaching psychologist, found
What "Having It All" Really Means & Letting Go of the Stories That Define Us!
A proper heart-to-heart.In this solo episode, Jules goes deep on something she's been thinking about a lot lately: letting go of the things that define us. The stories we carry, the pressure we put on ourselves, and whether the version of success we're chasing was even ours to begin with.Jules opens up about a belief she carried for almost her whole life, that she wasn't smart, formed in year four
The Phone Call Every Parent Fears, and What She Built From It | Leah Ashton - Hand in Hand
Content note: This episode includes discussion of suicide and mental health. Please listen with care. If you need support, Lifeline is available 24/7 on 13 11 14.Some conversations change the way you see everything.In this episode, Jules sits down with Leah Ashton, the founder of Hand in Hand in Ballarat, an organisation dedicated to supporting people experiencing mental health challenges and soci
The Feng Shui Secrets That Could Change Your Health, Money & Relationships | Kelly McCloskey
What if your home already knew things about your life that you have never told anyone?In this fascinating episode, Jules sits down with Feng Shui master Kelly McCloskey, one of Australia's leading voices in the ancient art and science of Feng Shui. Kelly left a dream job selling real estate in Melbourne to study this 2,000-year-old practice, a decision so unexpected her own father asked her mother
Kate Reeves: "Every Seven Years You're a Whole New Person" - Divorce, Reinvention and the Power of Feeling Known
Kate Reeves and We Don't Have Time For This:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katerevz/Know Thyself Live Show: https://www.wedonthavetimeforthis.com/knowthyselfPodcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/we-dont-have-time-for-this/id1544178687In this episode, Jules sits down with Kate Reeves, co-founder and co-host of the wildly successful podcast We Don't Have Time For This. Alongside her b
Kylie Jones: How Hitting Rock Bottom at 50 Sparked a Movement for Fearless Women | Fifty & Fearless
What do you do when your whole life falls apart at 50?In this deeply moving and genuinely uplifting episode, Jules sits down with Kylie Jones, the founder of Fifty & Fearless, a platform and movement helping women over 50 rediscover their confidence, identity and purpose. But Kylie's story did not begin with inspiration. It began at rock bottom.In the space of just twelve to fifteen months, Ky
"It's Not a Broken Family" - What a Divorce Lawyer Who's Been Through It Wants You to Know | Gabriella Pomare
Disclaimer: This episode is for general information only and is not intended as legal advice. Please seek independent legal advice for your individual circumstances.Separation and divorce are topics most of us only talk about in hushed tones, or not at all. But what if the conversation could actually help? Whether you're happily married, quietly struggling, or somewhere in the middle of the hardes
From "Hard No" to Standing Ovation: Archie Sebastian's Journey to the Stage with Guy
Jules Sebastian is back! A new room, new era, and the story she's been waiting to tell.In this first episode of a brand new chapter of Tea with Jules, Jules sits down with her manager and friend Lisa Johnson to finally speak openly and honestly about one of the biggest moments of her family's year: her son Archie joining his father Guy Sebastian on tour and the extraordinary journey that led to a
5 Small Practical Resets You Can Do Anytime to Feel a Little Bit Better (Solo Episode)
In this solo episode, Jules brings it back to basics.Instead of chasing big routines or life reinventions, she shares five small, practical resets you can do at any point in your day to feel just a little bit better, because sometimes something small is all you need to shift everything.This episode is a reminder that you don’t need to change your whole life to change your state of mind.In This Epi
Part 2: Understanding What Young People Are Really Going Through - Dr Hayley Watson (Clinical Psychologist)
In Part 2 with Dr Haley Watson, we dive deeper into the emotional world of teenagers - covering loneliness, low motivation, depression, and body image.We unpack why loneliness can feel so intense, how to support teens who seem flat or withdrawn, and why motivation often isn’t about “laziness” at all. Dr Haley shares practical tools to help both parents and teens navigate these challenges with more
Part 1: Understanding What Young People Are Really Going Through - Dr Hayley Watson (Clinical Psychologist)
In this episode of Tea with Jules, Jules sits down with clinical psychologist Dr Hayley Watson, founder of Open Parachute - an in-school mental health program helping young= people build the skills they need to navigate emotions, anxiety and pressure. Through the partnership with The Sebastian Foundation, Open Parachute has currently reached over 240,000 students across 340 schools.To listen to a
Jules & Lisa Couch Catch-Up: Just Getting on With It! Trying to Keep Up Habits & Resetting After Routine Disruption
This week’s episode is a real-time life update.School term is back, routines are out the window, the gym schedule has collapsed, the Coke Zero is flowing and the lawyer in Jules head has taken up permanent residence.If you’ve ever gone from “I am thriving” to “I am unravelling” in the space of two weeks - this one’s for you. Lisa and I talk honestly about what happens when your carefully built hab
There Is No Perfect Parent - Maggie Dent On Raising Emotionally Healthy Kids and the Realities of Parenting
In this powerful and deeply practical episode of Tea with Jules, I’m joined by one of Australia’s most trusted parenting voices, Maggie Dent - educator, bestselling author, and fierce advocate for raising emotionally healthy kids.We talk about the realities of parenting tweens and teens today - the phones, the parties, the pornography, the pressure - and how to stay grounded when everything feels
How to Start Before You're Ready: 5 Mindset Shifts That Help You Move Forward (Solo Episode)
Have you ever waited to feel ready and realised that feeling never actually comes?In this solo episode, Jules explores why readiness isn’t a feeling it’s a decision. If you’re waiting for more confidence, more clarity, or more permission, this conversation is your gentle nudge forward.In this episodeWhy “I’m not ready” is often just fear in a respectable outfitHow to start as the version of you th
Jules & Lisa Couch Catch-Up: Letting Your Kids Be Who They Are, Parental Growth, & School Stories
In this episode of Tea with Jules, Jules is joined by Lisa Johnston for a very honest, very relatable conversation about the emotional whiplash of school returning. Routines, exhaustion, expectations, and the quiet pressure parents put on themselves (and their kids) without even realising it.There’s laughter, vulnerability, a few parenting confessions that may sting a little, and plenty of moments
What's Really Going On Inside Your Brain? How Social Media, AI, & Modern Life Is Reshaping Us - Dr Lila Landowski (Leading Neuroscientist)
In this episode of Tea with Jules, Jules sits down with one of Australia’s leadingneuroscientists, Dr Lila Landowski, for a fascinating, eye-opening conversation about what’s really going on inside our brains - and how modern life, social media, habits, multitasking, and AI are quietly reshaping the way we think, feel, focus, and connect.If you’ve ever wondered why your attention feels scattered,
From Craving Authenticity To Decluttering Everything - The 7 Signs You're Ready For A New Chapter Of Life (Solo Episode)
In this solo episode, Jules explores the 7 Signs you’re ready for a new chapter of life. It’s not the drastic or dramatic changes but a subtle shift inward that is pulling us towards change. From craving solitude and decluttering everything, to feeling exhausted in a way rest can’t fix, Jules unpacks 7 powerful signs that something new is emerging. Grounded in psychology, neuroscience, and lived e
The New Year Doesn't Start Till Feb! Jules & Lisa Couch Catch-up: Manifesting, School Holiday Survival, & Taking Down Christmas Trees
Welcome back, Tea-mates and welcome to the very first episode of Tea with Jules for 2026! This one is less “new year, new me” and more “this new year isn’t starting till February.”Jules is joined on the couch by the always-brilliant Lisa Johnston for a free-flowing, hilariously honest catch-up covering everything from mum-life realities and habit building, to manifesting, journaling, Taylor Swift,
Preparing Your Child To Meet Difference With Empathy - Sean Szeps On Identity, Finding Acceptance, Otherness, & More
In this deeply moving and powerfully honest episode of Tea with Jules, Jules sits down with writer, speaker, content creator, podcast host, and fierce LGBTQIA+ advocate Sean Szeps. What begins as a conversation about parenting quickly expands into something much bigger: identity, belonging, empathy, religion, raising kind humans, finding love, rewriting the script of your life, and the courage it
Solo Episode! The Chaos Of Modern Lives, To-Do Lists, Multitasking, & The Gentle Pep Talk You Need
In this solo episode of Tea with Jules, Jules gets real about the chaos of modern life, 35-page to-do lists, and why multitasking is quietly frying our brains. She shares the small, science-backed habits that have completely reshaped her days – from becoming a 5:30 am morning person (yes, really) to breaking the chips-and-Netflix cycle at night.This is a gentle, practical pep talk for anyone who f
Why Sleep Is The Ultimate Superpower - Dr Carmel Harrington (Sleep Scientist) On Sleep's Role In Mood, Memory, Dementia, & More
In this powerful and deeply moving episode of Tea with Jules, I sit down with sleep scientist, author and advocate Dr Carmel Harrington, whose life’s work began with unimaginable loss. After the sudden infant death of her son Damien, Carmel left a successful law career to pursue a PhD in sleep medicine and has since become an internationally recognised expert in the science of sleep.Carmel shares
How To Rebuild Connection With Ourselves - Nicole Armstrong (Relationship Therapist) On Healthy Partnerships, Boundaries, & Slowing Down
Today’s Tea with Jules episode is one of those conversations that sits with you. The kind that gently nudges you to look inward, reflect, and reconnect with yourself and the people you love.I’m joined by relationship therapist Nicole Armstrong, Managing Director of TheRelationship Practice, a specialist in attachment theory, communication patterns, emotional awareness, and helping individuals, cou
The Secret To A Calm House - Anita Birges (Decluttering Expert) On Sentimental Items, Wardrobe Rules, & Home Organising
If you’ve ever stood in the middle of your home and thought, "Where on earth do I even begin?", this episode will feel like a deep exhale. Today on Tea With Jules, I sit down with the brilliant Anita Birges - professional home organiser, declutter queen, founder of Mise En Place, and the woman behind hundreds of beautifully calm, functional homes across Australia. But this episode isn’t
Jules & Lisa Couch Catch-Up: Love Language Mismatches, Christmas Obsessions, November Mantras, & More!
This week, Jules and Lisa sit down for another hilarious and heartfelt debrief about love languages, November burnout, and the beautiful madness that is Christmas.From the art of acts of service (“don’t do that without asking me first!”) to the suspicious side of bin duties, Jules and Lisa unpack what it really means to give and receive love when your partner’s language just doesn’t match your own
Selling Shirts From The Boot Of A Car To Paris Fashion Week - Matilda Murray (Co-Owner of STAX.) On Brand Building, Business, & Life
Matilda Murray is the co-owner of STAX., one of Australia’s fastest-growing activewear brands, and the creative force behind fashion label Second Left alongside her husband, Don Robertson. From storage-unit photo shoots to Paris Fashion Week, Matilda has built a loyal community around confidence, comfort and inclusivity – all while sharing her life openly online, hosting Q&As, and taking her f
Winning American Idol To Life Lessons From Whitney Houston - Jordin Sparks On Purpose, Pressure, And Protecting Your Light
This week, Jules sits down with Jordin Sparks - singer, songwriter, actor, and one of the most down-to-earth superstars on the planet for a deep and sun-drenched chat about faith, purpose, motherhood, and staying grounded through it all.From the moment Ryan Seacrest called her name on American Idol to the life lessons she learned from Whitney Houston, Jordin opens up about what it means to live wi
Finding Peace In The Chaos Of Motherhood - Gemma Peanut ('We Don't Have Time For This' Host) On Pivoting Careers, Parenting, & More
In this heartfelt and hilarious episode, Jules sits down with creative powerhouse Gemma Peanut - photographer, educator, and co-host of the hit podcast We Don’t Have Time For This. Together they unpack what it means to pivot, show up afraid, and find peace in the chaos of motherhood, creativity, and modern life.Key MomentsThe Flop on the Couch: The universal exhaustion of motherhood and choosing b
You Don't Need An 8-Step Skincare Routine! Bahar Etminan (Beauty Expert) On The Simplest Path To Real-World Radiance
Beauty isn’t a 10-step routine - especially for busy, midlife women. In this candid chat, beauty industry powerhouse Bahar Etminan (Ageless Radiance) reframes “longevity” as vitality and shares the simplest path to real-world radiance: know your health dashboard, protect your skin barrier, and stop doing the most. We cover perimenopause and missed symptoms, what actually works in skincare, how to
Jules & Lisa Couch Catch-Up: Morning Chaos, Keeping It Real At Home, Dog Poop Fails, & More!
Some mornings glide, others go completely sideways. In this chatty couch-catch-up, Jules and Lisa talk honest mum-life logistics, why everyone needs a “post drop-off debrief” friend, and the eternal debate: morning people vs night owls. From school-photo emergencies and Apple Watch rings to the great top-sheet divide and a very unfortunate dog-walk incident, this is a real-life episode about givin
The 3 Things Your Kid Needs - Michelle Mitchell (Parenting Expert) On Why The 'Tween' Years Are So Important
Author and speaker, Michelle Mitchell, joins Jules to unpack the “in-between” years - why ages 9-12 are a distinct developmental stage, what tweens need most, and how parents can balance boundaries with independence. From tech rules to friendship drama, family meetings to the “borrow their calm” ritual, this conversation is stacked with practical language you can use tonight at the dinner table.Wh
Steve Cordony: Trusting My Gut Instinct Is My Number One Rule - Lessons Of Love, Grief, & New Beginnings
What a difference four years makes. The last time Steve Cordony joined me on Tea with Jules, we were hearing Steve’s origin story and talking about his dreamy country property. Since then, Steve has:Published his stunning book Moments at HomeContinued to collaborate with iconic brands like Ralph Lauren, Lancôme, and Land RoverBuilt a deeper connection with his global audienceAnd navigated huge per
Lara Boielle (Clinical Sexologist): Sex Isn't For Somebody Else, It's For You - Finding Your Way Back To Intimacy
Sex. Intimacy. Desire. Shame. These are topics we don’t often talk about, especially as women in midlife, but they affect every part of who we are. In this deeply honest episode of Tea with Jules, I sit down with Lara Boielle, a clinical sexologist and naturopath, to have the conversation we’ve all been avoiding but desperately need.From scheduling space (not sex) to understanding how our libido i
My First Solo Episode EVER! Fear Is Nothing To Be Feared - 5 Questions That Help You Traverse Fear
Fear is loud. It wants to keep you small, safe, and silent. But here’s the truth: fear is just a feeling - not a fact. And everything you’ve ever wanted is waiting on the other side of it.In my very first solo episode of Tea with Jules, I’m diving into the topic of fear - how it shows up, why it tries to hold us back, and how we can move forward anyway. I’m sharing personal stories (like the time
Sally O'Neil (Clinical Nutritionist): Never Worry About Weight Loss Again! Achieving Lifelong Balance In Diet & Health
Sally O'Neil is an Author, Clinical Nutritionist, and recovered serial yo-yo dieter. She is the founder of The Status8020 Method™, which is a BALANCED, sustainable system for results that last a lifetime. After a 5+ year struggle with her own weight, diet and mindset, Sally’s made it her mission to empower other women to feel in control of food, and never have to worry about weight loss again
Jules’ Origin Story: First Jobs, Growing Up In Church, & Embarrassing Stories….Pt 2
Hello friends, and welcome back to Tea with Jules.Welcome to Pt2 of Jules’ origin story. If you made it through Pt1 and have come back to close the rings on what happened next – it’s all here!From teaching singing in Adelaide, to styling Guy for his album shoot with two carloads of clothes and a dream in my heart to launch my fashion styling career, to landing a TV gig with MTV five weeks after ha
Jules’ Origin Story: First Jobs, Growing Up In Church, & Embarrassing Stories….Pt 1
Friends! I’m a little ball of nerves to put this poddy out there. Why? Because in this episode, I really go there. Like... right back to my $5.25 an hour Macca’s days, my short-lived jazz uni era (spoiler: I was a pop girl trying to scat), and the time I became an aerobics instructor in a lycra situation. Yes, truly.This week on Tea with Jules, Lisa Johnston is back in the blue chair, and she some
Canna Campbell (Financial Planner): Don’t Worry About That $7 Coffee! How To Positively Shift Your Finances—It Is NEVER Too Late
Canna Campbell is a Financial Planner and published author, with extensiveexperience spanning across corporate banking, boutique wealth management,television, radio, keynote speaking, podcasting and digital and social mediaproduction.Canna established her financial planning firm, ‘SASS Financial Services’, in2007. She founded the financial media platform, ‘SugarMamma.TV’, in 2015providing accessib
Meet The Woman Behind The Magic! Turning Online Engagement Into Genuine Emotional Connection. Lisa Johnston (Social Media Expert)
In this week’s episode of Tea With Jules, I sit down with my good friend, manager, creative right-hand gal and brutal truth-teller, Lisa Johnston. We talk about corporate life, building confidence, pushing through judgement, and what it means to truly back yourself (and your people). Lisa is bold, brilliant, and has the rare ability to see the magic in others before they see it in themselves.With
Kat John: The Ego Keeps Us Separate From Our True Selves! Overcoming Trauma, Addiction, Chronic Pain—Finding Your Authentic Self
Kat John is an authenticity coach, podcaster, keynote speaker and author of a book called Authentic - Coming Home To Your True Self. Over her years, she has overcome some big stuff. From childhood sexual abuse, bulimia, drug addiction and chronic pain, to pain medication addiction and brain surgery. But over time and healing, Kat came back to her true and authentic self. Now, through in-person and
Unlocking The Truth About Menopause & Perimenopause: How To Truly Improve Your Quality Of Life. Dr Joanna Bruce (Women’s Health Expert)
Dr Joanna Bruce has been a GP for almost 20 years and a doctor for nearly 30 years. She trained in London as a doctor and a GP before moving to Australia in 2008 to work as a GP and raise her family. Joanna is also involved in training GPs and educating future generations of doctors.Over recent years, Joanna’s interest in women’s health has increased, particularly in perimenopause and menopause ca
Steph De Sousa: From A Love Of Scratch Cooking To MasterChef Contestant & Social Media Sensation! Being A Cook, Author, Mother & More
Steph De Sousa—AKA The Frugal Foodie or steph_cooks_stuff on Instagram—is a passionate cook, author, mother of 4, and Instagram sensation. While living with her young family on the French-speaking island of Vanuatu for a short time, Steph worked as a hairdresser and makeup artist for weddings. It was here that the island taught her about buying and using fresh ingredients from local markets, eatin
fidan_tok: I Didn’t Even Know I Was Building A Brand! Lawyer By Day, TikTok Sensation At All Other Times—Be Unapologetically You
Fidan Shevket is an Accredited Family Law Specialist and Director at her firm.Fidan is a Lawyer by day, and a TikTok sensation at all the other times. At the time of this recording, Fidan has a whopping 1.1 million followers on her TikTok page, where she serves up content that is so relatable, you can’t stopwatching. From making her salad lunches for her lunch break at her desk, tosharing the fami
The Truth Behind Mental Health! Life Altering Perspectives To Help Us & Our Kids. Dr Hayley Watson (Psychology Expert)
When I first heard Dr Hayley Watson speak at an event, I had no idea that we wouldlater partner up to help thousands of kids in Australia with their mental health.Through the work of her in-school mental health program, Open Parachute, and the support of The Sebastian Foundation, we have been able to touch the lives ofthousands of kids throughout Australia. In this very special episode of Tea With
Tea With Jules Is BACK! Guy Sebastian Hijacks Episode & Asks the Questions! Talking Fame, Trust, Grief & More
After a 4 year very long tea break, Tea with Jules is BACK! Jules has dusted off themic, boiled the kettle, and is officially spilling the tea again.Our first episode has been hijacked by her husband, @guysebastian, who stealsthe mic and asks the questions. So yes, the guest becomes the host, and Jules gets put in the hot seat.They are coming in hot - talking fame, friendship, trust, grief, parent
Tash Sefton on social media, ageing and the business of fashion
(Sept. 29, 2019) Tash Sefton is a fashion and online business force. Her website Where Did Your Style Go teaches us how love clothes and how to love ourselves in them.When she joined me on Tea with Jules, I was not expecting the conversation to take the course it did – but I couldn’t have been more happy with where we went. We got down to the real deal and talked about topics that affect us all.
Liv & Teigs chat TV, Girls Who Glow and Social Media
(15 Nov 2018) Liv Phyland & Teigan Nash are little rays of sunshine! They quite literally light up every room they walk into.Both from a background in TV presenting they were moved by the stories of young people's struggles with low self-esteem, social media battles, and unhealthy lifestyles. They wanted to see a change in the next generation and decided to do something about it. They sta
Angela Ceberano on anxiety, entrepreneurship and miscarriage
(Dec. 11, 2019) Angela Ceberano has been my friend for over a decade. We first met when my husband Guy signed to the music label BMG (later becoming Sony Music) after winning the very first Australian Idol! Ange was his assigned publicist at the label.The first thing I noticed about Ange was her Hollywood actress looks and her kind nature. I was very new to the world of the public eye, so anybody
Rabia Siddique on Equal Justice PART 1
(Oct. 19, 2019) Continuing along with our brave series on Tea with Jules, I could not go past the story of my next guest. As we sat and shared our tea, I was more and more taken with her tale of courage, determination and passion. Rabia Siddique begins her story in suburban Perth growing up as a Muslim. Her life changed forever when she became the victim of abuse and decided at a very early that
Sam Moran & Tea With Jules
(Feb. 10, 2021) What an exciting day this is! Due to many reasons (COVID lockdowns, the world turning upside-down, writing a book, raising 2 boys and well…life!) it has been over a year since I shared a Tea with Jules episode with you all. Late last year I felt the time was right to boil the kettle again and invite people into my home to have honest, heartfelt conversations about life, love and ca
Surfing Legend, Sally Fitzgibbons & Tea with Jules
(April 24, 2021) ‘I don’t know what’s on the other side of this, but I trust that I can pick up the pieces’ My next guest on Tea with Jules is surfing legend and my friend from the south coast, Sally Fitzgibbons. I remark this in the interview what strikes me the most about this wonderful woman, and it’s her true depth. Sally is an athlete by trade but a seeker by heart. She is in constant learni
Alison Rice on discovering true self
(14 Feb 2019) Who are you when you are sitting in your true self?I first discovered Alison Rice through her podcast Offline. I was instantly hooked, then obsessed, then I stalked her down and demanded she had tea with me! What I love about Alison, is her raw approach to self-discovery. Resigning from her high powered job in the digital space, she has taken some time to delve deeper into (her word
Ben Higgs, the battle with mental health and how we can make change
(Feb. 2, 2020) ‘There’s no shame in asking for a hand. Accepting that you need help and asking for it is the brave part. Giving someone a hand is just as brave.’ Ben HiggsWelcome back to Tea with Jules 2020. We continue on with the brave series, learning that bravery comes in all kinds of forms. Ben Higgs is the founder of The Rise Foundation. A foundation that exists to educate and teach the ever
Carla Zampatti - 50 Years a Fashion Icon
(Aug. 31, 2019) To say it was an honour to have Carla Zampatti for tea is an understatement. With 50 years of designing women’s fashion under her belt, Carla is the authority on style. Her designs transcend age and era. She is equally cool as she is elegant.We chat about how she has withstood an ever changing, ever moving industry and what makes a successful business. I hope you enjoy this chat as
Rabia Siddique on Equal Justice PART 2
(Oct. 26, 2019) This is PART 2 of Rabia Siddique's story. If you missed the first part, you can watch it here https://julessebastian.com/tea-with-jules-rabia-siddique-on-equal-justice-part-1/Welcome to Tea with Jules hosted by Jules Sebastian. Here we spill the tea and learn life lessons from honest conversations with experts, celebrities and friends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
Interior & Lifestyle guru Steve Cordony & Tea with Jules
(June 21, 2021) Steve Cordony is a master of interior style and life styling. What a treat to have him for my latest episode of Tea with Jules. I first met Steve when he waved his magic style wand over our house for a shoot we did with Belle Magazine Australia where he sits as Style Director at Large. He struck me as kind, generous with information and meticulous with his impeccable taste, and he
Maggie Dent - author, educator & parenting & resilience specialist & Tea With Jules
(Feb. 11, 2021) CALLING ALL PARENTS! This is a special Tea with Jules episode just for you. Trust me – get your pen and paper out and takes some notes on this one. Maggie Dent joins me for an insightful and in-depth conversation on (one of the toughest jobs of all) parenting. She is known as Australia’s favourite parenting authors and educators and it is easy to see why. Her warmth, calm nature an
Leane Flynn on living with ovarian cancer
(Nov. 22, 2019) I first heard Leane Flynn speak at 2 events I attended earlier this year. Her story sparked inside of me an urgency to get her message out as far and wide as I could, so I invited her for tea. I'm grateful she came to willingly deliver what I think is vital information to women everywhere.Leane was suddenly diagnosed with Ovarian Cancer in April 2017. There were no obvious sig
Lorna Jane Clarkson on loving YOU
(June 15, 2019) Lorna Jane Clarkson is a household name. An icon. An empire. Lorna's curiosity to find the perfect activewear, birthed the brand into what it is today.Living by 3 words, move, nourish, believe, Lorna has been able to build a successful business inspiring women and men to live a healthy lifestyle right across the globe.We chat about what it takes to own a business and keep it a
Cake Queen Katherine Sabbath on backing yourself, taking risks and making beautiful things!
(Aug. 10, 2019) The sweetest episode of Tea with Jules yet! I first met Katherine Sabbath when I was hosting an event for Pandora, and Katherine was commissioned to make the yummy desserts. We chatted, I loved her immediately, I ate the cake and that was it! Fwwends - awww!I was struck not only for her incredible talent for building cakes, but her genuine passion for it. I had a million questions
Samantha Wills on kindness, leadership and the force being female
(June 28, 2019) Samantha Wills is one of the nicest people I have had the pleasure of meeting. The first time I met her I was asked to style her for the cover of The Collective magazine. I was already a wreck with nerves come the day of shooting, but Samantha made the day so easy with her down to earth nature and cool, casual approach. Not to mention, the girl looks good in ANYTHING!Samantha is so
Three Birds Renovations - Transforming houses into dream homes and the reality of family and business
(Aug. 18, 2019) ‘Don’t let perfect get in the way of better’ ~ Three Birds RenovationsGet ready to renovate and delve into the creative minds behind these three inspiring womenBonnie, Erin and Lana together make up the Three Birds Renovations as they transform houses into heavenly dream homes.We chat about how three best friends and busy mums decided to run a business together and the journey of l
Alex Perilli on faith, coming out and finding himself
(Aug. 3, 2019) My friend of over 3 decades, Alex Perilli joins me for this deeply connected conversation today. As some of you know about me, I grew up in a Pentecostal church in Adelaide. It’s a place that I hold very dear to me. It’s a place that helped mould me into the human I am today. The environment set me up with strong values and morals and a connection with God that I cherish and call up
Jaynie Johnson on raising a child with additional needs and letting love rule
(July 20, 2019) Mother of 3 beautiful children and Founder and Director of Blacklist Jaynie Johnson and her husband, Nate started the business 11 years ago and have built a loyal following in the creative space. I love their description of what they do - 'We create art. By dreamers, for dreamers.' Make sure you check out their work.I first met Janie a few years ago and I was struck by he
Eleanor Pendleton on battling self doubt and finding her worth
(June 21, 2019) Eleanor Pendleton is intimidatingly beautiful, insanely cool and just to top it off, she’s really, really, lovely. She is the brainchild behind the beauty site and online magazine grittypretty.com and has build a cult following amongst beauty lovers. The site is dedicated to all things make up, skin care and hair. It’s a stunning site – make sure you check it out.Elle and I have ha
Em Carey - the girl who fell from the sky
(July 28, 2019) Em Carey is just plain special. She has the sort of spirit that rises again and again no matter the adversity or challenge..and she has had plenty of those! This girls story is a complete silencer. It actually took my words away. Em is an angel who fell from the sky to walk among us! Intrigued? Yeah, this story will knock your socks off. This is Em Carey for Tea with Jules the Pod
Neale Whitaker on fighting fear, finding confidence and what he wants to be remembered for
(July 7, 2019) If the word ‘dashing’ could morph itself into human form-it would come the shape of Neale Whitaker.When you invite the former editor of Vogue Living and Belle Magazine, into your freshly built house, it comes with a mixture of sheer terror and equal amounts of curiosity for what his opinion might be. When he entered the kitchen I went into a minor meltdown about if we had put the di
Chelsea Pottenger - using the power of your brain
(July 13, 2019) Did you know that the first 8 minutes of your day, sets your brain up for the rest of your day? Did you also know that your emotions only last for 90 seconds in your nervous system unless you keep talking about them?We are starting with a bang with my next beautiful guest. Chelsea Pottenger specialises in psychology and neuroscience. I discovered her through some girlfriends who ha
Julia Zemiro on how being yourself can be your success
(June 9, 2019) You will recognize the wonderful Julia Zemiro from the telly. She is an actress, radio & television presenter, singer, writer and comedian. The gal can really do it all! Hosting shows like RocKwiz, Thank God You’re Here, Eurovision and Home Delivery, Julia has experience for days, and she is every bit the warm, friendly and funny woman you expect her to be.I first met Julia when
