Welcome to Big Mum Energy – the podcast for real mums who are done with the fake highlight reels. This is where the honest conversations about motherhood, mental load, marriage, and the chaos of parenting actually happen.
We’re talking:
✔ The juggle of working mums.
✔ Parenting fails, sleep deprivation, and school drama
✔ Why marriage, friendships, and self-care feel impossible sometimes
✔ The funny, raw, and relatable truth about being a mum in today’s world
No filters. No judgment. Just wine-down chats, big laughs, and real-life stories from everyday women who’ve yelled, cried, laughed until they peed themselves… and then showed up to do it all again.
If you’ve ever felt alone in the chaos, this podcast is for you. Grab a coffee (or a wine), hit play, and let’s talk about the sh*t no one else will.
Perfect for:
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Welcome to Big Mum Energy – the podcast for real mums who are done with the fake highlight reels. This is where the honest conversations about motherhood, mental load, marriage, and the chaos of parenting actually happen.
We’re talking:
✔ The juggle of working mums.
✔ Parenting fails, sleep deprivation, and school drama
✔ Why marriage, friendships, and self-care feel impossible sometimes
✔ The funny, raw, and relatable truth about being a mum in today’s world
No filters. No judgment. Just wine-down chats, big laughs, and real-life stories from everyday women who’ve yelled, cried, laughed until they peed themselves… and then showed up to do it all again.
If you’ve ever felt alone in the chaos, this podcast is for you. Grab a coffee (or a wine), hit play, and let’s talk about the sh*t no one else will.
Perfect for:
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In this end-of-year Big Mum Energy episode, Ali sits down with herself to reflect on 25 things she learnt in 2025 lessons from motherhood, business, relationships, mental health, and life in general.
Some are funny.
Some hurt.
Some should’ve been obvious but absolutely weren’t.
Ali unpacks lessons like:
✨ You can love your kids and still need a break
✨ Not everyone deserves access to you
✨ Burnout doesn’t mean you’re weak — it means you’ve been strong for too long
✨ Boundaries are uncomfortable… and necessary
✨ Growth sometimes looks like grief
This episode is part rant, part therapy, part permission slip especially for mums who feel like they’re constantly evolving but never quite “arriving.”
Perfect for the end of the year, a long walk, or when you need to feel less alone.
Because if 2025 taught us anything, it’s this:
You don’t have to have it all figured out you just have to keep going.
Pull up a chair. Pour a wine.
Let’s reflect.
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This is a different kind of Big Mum Energy episode.
In the lead-up to Christmas a season that can amplify joy and grief Ali sits down with her mum for a raw, emotional conversation about loss, resilience, and surviving the unimaginable.
Ali’s mum opens up about watching her child die in a tragic water-skiing accident, the devastation that followed, and how she found the strength to keep going not because the pain disappeared, but because her other children still needed their mum.
Together, they talk about:
Christmas grief and how the holidays can reopen old wounds
Living through child loss and the trauma that never fully leaves
Parenting while grieving, showing up when your heart is broken
How love, responsibility, and family can become lifelines
Why Christmas can hold both sorrow and meaning at the same time
This episode is honest, tender, and deeply moving for anyone who carries loss into the festive season, for families navigating grief, or for listeners who need permission to feel everything at Christmas.
A reminder that grief doesn’t mean you’re broken it means you loved.
Content warning: This episode discusses child loss and may be distressing for some listeners.
If you’re grieving this Christmas, you are not alone.
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This week on Big Mum Energy, Ali is climbing straight up on her soapbox because Christmas is coming, bank accounts are sweating, and the pressure to over-deliver is absolutely cooked.
In this episode, Ali dives into:
🎄 Why Christmas doesn’t have to mean maxed-out credit cards and financial stress
🎁 The myth that “big presents = good parenting”
🎮 Kids wanting Roblox, screens, and online everything — and why banning social media feels pointless if we’re not teaching balance
📱 The contradiction of social media bans while kids live in digital worlds
😵💫 How mums are once again carrying the emotional and financial load of “making Christmas magical”
It’s funny, fiery, and honest a reminder that presence matters more than presents, memories beat material crap, and love isn’t measured in how much you spend.
If you’re a mum stressing about Christmas budgets, screen time, or feeling like you’re already behind — this episode is your permission slip to do Christmas your way.
Pull up a chair. Pour a wine.
Let’s talk about the stuff no one else will.
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On this episode of Big Mum Energy, Ali strips it right back and talks about something every mum thinks about but rarely says out loud: mental health, overwhelm, and finally getting the help you need.
Yes, it’s still funny.
Yes, Ali overshares in the most Ali way possible.
But this one hits different because it’s the pep talk every exhausted, overloaded, “I’m totally fine… no actually I’m not” mum needs.
Inside this episode:
Ali shares her own journey navigating anxiety and burnout, reminding you that courage isn’t pretending everything’s fine — it’s getting support before you hit the wall.
Raw, real, and hilariously honest in true Big Mum Energy style, this episode is your reminder that:
You don’t have to do life on hard mode.
Help is healthy. Help is brave.
Help is allowed.
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This week on Big Mum Energy, Ali chats with her 92-year-old Granny, a woman who’s seen it all from chalk dust and cane chairs to smartboards and smartphones.
A retired teacher with a heart of gold, Granny shares her beautiful perspective on how education has evolved, what she’s learned from decades of teaching, and why she believes children are precious from the moment they’re born.
Together they talk about:
🍎 How classrooms and kids have changed over 80 years
💬 The lost art of patience, play, and genuine connection
💖 Why helping children grow starts long before they ever step into school
😂 Plus, a few classic “back in my day” stories that’ll make every mum laugh and nod along
It’s a warm, wise, and deeply human episode a reminder that while times change, the heart of motherhood and teaching never really does.
Pull up a chair, pour a cuppa (or a wine), and soak up the timeless wisdom of one extraordinary granny.
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In this episode, I sit down with activist, content creator and fellow Mum Ashy Anne to gently — and honestly — unpack what’s happening in Gaza and why we as mums should care.
We break it down in a way that’s human, clear, and easy to understand:
• why so many families and children are being harmed
• why mums around the world are speaking up
• what the mainstream media often fails to show
• the real human impact on babies, parents, hospitals, and everyday civilians
• what “genocide” means in this context, and why people are using that word
• practical ways ordinary mums can help — from staying informed to donating, advocating, and protecting their kids’ awareness of humanitarian issues
We talk about the heartbreaking realities — children losing their lives, hospitals being destroyed, families trying to survive unimaginable violence — and we also talk about hope, solidarity, and the power of using our voices.
This isn’t about politics.
It’s about humanity.
It’s about protecting children — all children — everywhere.
If you’ve been confused, overwhelmed, or unsure where to start, this episode gives you a safe, simple, compassionate place to begin.
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On this special episode of Big Mum Energy, Ali chats with one of the youngest storytellers in Australia — five-year-old Ruby, creator of the hit kids’ podcast Hat Business, and her mum Ally, who helps bring Ruby’s magical world to life.
Hat Business isn’t about selling hats it’s about big adventures, brave moments, and understanding big feelings.
Each episode takes kids on a journey through imagination, learning, and emotional resilience… all through the eyes of Ruby and her iconic characters.
In this heartwarming conversation, you’ll hear:
Perfect for parents who want screen-free stories that help kids grow emotionally, and for mums who love seeing their children shine.
Join the Hat Business Club today and explore more adventures, get 50% off annual membership when you use code Ruby50 at Hatbusiness.com.au
You can also follow their journey on YouTube @HatBusiness.
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This week on Big Mum Energy, Ali sits down with Kerry Spina Townsville mum, educator, and the incredible founder of Kids in Harmony a space that was all about emotional wellbeing for children before it was trending on TikTok.
Kerry shares how she built a values-based children’s program long before “big feelings,” “mindful parenting,” and “emotional regulation” became buzzwords and how connection, kindness, and play can truly change families from the inside out.
Together, Ali and Kerry unpack:
How Kids in Harmony started from two mum’s mission to bring calm and connection into chaos
What emotional wellbeing looked like before the internet told us how to parent
The real meaning of mindfulness (and how to live it, not hashtag it)
Raising emotionally strong kids in an overstimulated world
It’s soulful, funny, and full of those “I needed to hear that” moments every parent craves.
If you’ve ever wanted to raise calmer, kinder, more connected kids this episode will fill your cup (and your heart).
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This week on Big Mum Energy, Ali gets real about the day she quite literally fell face-first into chaos landing on a star picket, ending up in hospital, and then somehow… going viral.
But instead of empathy, the internet did what it does best: judge, shame, and troll. From cruel comments about her weight to strangers making jokes about her pain, this episode dives into what it actually feels like when your worst moment becomes someone else’s entertainment.
Ali opens up about:
The accident that left her with a hole in her face (and a bruised ego)
What happens when a viral post turns ugly
Learning to separate self-worth from social media noise
It’s raw, unfiltered, and a powerful reminder that behind every viral moment is a human being.
If you’ve ever been judged, trolled, or just felt misunderstood this one’s for you.
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In this Big Mum Energy special, Ali gets real with her mum the iconic Aunty Kim and asks her 25 questions before she dies.
It’s not morbid. It’s magic.
The kind of conversation we all say we’ll have one day, but never do.
😂 And of course… a few brutally honest (and hilarious) answers only Aunty Kim could give
It’s raw, funny, emotional, and beautifully human the perfect mix of laughter and lump-in-your-throat moments that define Big Mum Energy.
If you’ve ever wished you could bottle your mum’s stories forever, this episode is your reminder to ask the questions now.
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Ali sits down with Kim Cogo Coghlan, Deputy Mayor of Mount Isa mum, community powerhouse, and all-round legend to talk about what kids’ sport really teaches us.
They unpack:
⚽ The good, the bad, and the downright hilarious side of junior sport
🏉 Why showing up on the sidelines matters more than winning
🌟 How sport builds resilience, connection, and confidence in kids (and parents!)
It’s real, it’s regional, and it’s pure Big Mum Energy celebrating the legends who make kids’ sport possible and the life lessons we all take home from the field.
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In this Big Mum Energy Special, Ali sits down with her mum and grandma to talk about the heartbreaking story that’s shaken the nation the disappearance of August “Gus” Lamont, the young boy who vanished without a trace in the outback.
Through three generations of mothers, this episode explores:
💔 The gut-wrenching fear every parent feels when they hear stories like this
💬 Why stories like Gus’s hit so deeply because every mum sees her own child in his face
It’s raw, emotional, and deeply human not a crime story, but a motherhood story. A moment for reflection, empathy, and holding our kids that little bit tighter.
Because behind every headline is a family still searching, a community still hoping, and mums everywhere whispering the same thing: please, let him come home.
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This week on Big Mum Energy, Ali dives headfirst into the headlines and no, she’s not holding back.
We’re reading the big conversations from Kidspot and beyond, including:
Should kids under 16 even be on social media? (and why parents need to stop burying their heads in the sand)
Why everyone seems deeply offended over literally everything right now
What does 67 actually mean (and should you panic if your kids are saying it)?
Is Bluey secretly turning your kid into a little brat or are we just blaming a cartoon for bad parenting?
And the big one that might just get Ali cancelled: her unfiltered thoughts on Donald Trump.
It’s messy, it’s honest, and it’s exactly the convo you have in whispers with your girlfriends except louder, funnier, and with a wine in hand.
Because the truth is, parenting today isn’t just about snacks and school drop-off… it’s about navigating the internet, the culture wars, and the fear of saying the “wrong” thing.
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It’s an Ask Ali Anything episode which basically means no topic is off-limits and the chaos levels are high.
This week, we’re covering:
Why “free your flaps” should be the new women’s health slogan
The time Ali farted at yoga (and why we need to stop being so bloody uptight about bodies)
A few unfiltered words on Charlie Kirk
🚔 And yes… the full story of Ali’s actual arrest (spoiler: it’s as ridiculous as it sounds)
Big Mum Energy is all about the real, raw and sometimes inappropriate side of life, and this episode is peak honesty mixed with laugh-so-hard-you-snort storytelling.
So if you love oversharing, big opinions, and the kind of chat that makes you feel like you’re sitting at the kitchen bench with your loudest mate, you’ll love this one.
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It’s Motivational Monday, babes and today we’re talking about one of the best-kept parenting hacks that actually works: teaching your kids how to breathe properly.
Yep, turns out breathwork isn’t just for yoga mums in matching activewear. Whether it’s a full-blown meltdown over the wrong colour plate or pre-game nerves before footy, a little box breathing or belly breathing can work wonders.
In this episode, Ali spills:
Because calmer kids = calmer mums. And if we can get through the witching hour without wanting to scream into a pillow, I’m calling that a win.
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t’s Friday Wine Down and Ali’s pouring a big one.
This week’s win? Her mum (aka the ultimate MVP) swooping in to take care of the kids for a whole week while Ali’s away working. Seven days of school runs, packed lunches, and referee duty talk about saving the day.
But the whinge? People who cut off their mums, dads, or family over old wounds. Ali’s not talking about toxic situations or self-protection but the way some of us hold onto grudges for decades over simple mistakes. Families are messy, parents screw up, but when does forgiveness matter more than pride?
We chat:
🍷 Why Ali’s mum deserves a damn medal
🍷 The danger of carrying generational grudges
🍷 How to find the balance between boundaries and letting go
🍷 Why family (even the slightly unhinged ones) might just be worth keeping close
It’s a raw, real, wine-in-hand chat that’ll make you laugh, nod, and maybe even call your mum.
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If you’ve ever sat in the car crying because you sent your kid to school with a lunchbox full of beige food, this one’s for you.
In this episode of Big Mum Energy, Ali dives into Glenn Bousen’s brilliantly honest book There Are Worse Mothers Than You a not-so-gentle reminder that even on your worst days, you’re still a bloody good mum.
We talk:
📚 Why mum guilt is baked into motherhood (and how to flip it the bird)
🤣 The hilarious, real-life stories that prove perfection is a myth
💌 A love letter to all the mums who feel like they’re failing but are actually smashing it
🥂 Permission to lower the bar, laugh at the chaos, and embrace being “good enough”
Because at the end of the day your kids don’t need a perfect mum, they just need you.
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Let’s be honest the witching hour is brutal. The kids are feral, the house looks like a bomb site, and somehow you’re meant to pull off a nutritious family dinner without losing your mind. Enter: the slow cooker.
In this week’s Motivational Monday, Ali serves up the gospel of setting it, forgetting it, and actually enjoying your evening without the dinner-time meltdown. We’re talking:
🥘 Why the slow cooker is every busy mum’s best mate
👩🍳 Simple hacks to make meals that feel fancy without the stress
🕒 How it frees up your time (and your brain) for the stuff that actually matters
💡 The mindset shift that cooking smarter is not lazy it’s bloody brilliant
So here’s your motivation: dust off that slow cooker, throw the ingredients in, and let it save your sanity. Because feeding your family shouldn’t feel like an Olympic event.
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If you’ve ever packed a suitcase for work or booked a trip and immediately felt the mum guilt hit like a freight train this one’s for you.
In this episode of Big Mum Energy, Ali gets real about the emotional tug-of-war of being a working mum. We’re talking:
💼 The guilt of chasing career goals while raising kids
✈️ How travel, long hours, and being “away” can leave you questioning if you’re failing at motherhood
🧠 Why mum guilt is more about society’s expectations than your actual parenting
💖 How to reframe time away as a lesson in resilience, independence, and showing your kids what hard work looks like
Because the truth is: being a good mum isn’t about being there every second of every day it’s about showing up with love, presence, and purpose when you are there.
So if you’re drowning in guilt for working, traveling, or just needing space from the chaos, pour a wine (or a coffee) and remind yourself you’re not failing, you’re just human.
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Kids have zero filter and sometimes what comes out of their little mouths is equal parts hilarious, terrifying, and downright bizarre.
In this week’s episode of Big Mum Energy, Ali dives into the weird sh*t kids say, with stories sent in straight from our listeners. We’re talking:
😂 Absolute comedy gold that could rival any stand-up show
🤯 The kind of one-liners that make you question what’s going on in their little brains
It’s raw, it’s real, and it’s guaranteed to make you laugh (and maybe sleep with one eye open).
Because if motherhood has taught us anything it’s that kids say the darndest, weirdest, most unhinged things… and we wouldn’t have it any other way.
So pour a wine, pop your headphones in, and get ready to laugh (and cringe) your way through this one.
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