Bits and Boobs

Ever wished someone would just say the messy, rogue thoughts bouncing around your head after a cancer diagnosis or health crisis out loud? Yep. That’s us. We’re Dakota Middleby and Bianca Innes, your hosts of Bits & Boobs - a podcast that’s anything but your average cancer story. Think raw chats, WTF moments, big feelings, and the kind of unfiltered honesty we all crave but rarely hear. We’re joined by incredible guests who educate not only our listeners, but us too. Together, we talk about the things that make us, break us, and rebuild us. We cry. We laugh. Sometimes we laugh at the worst possible moments. Whether you’re navigating a diagnosis yourself, supporting someone you love, or simply trying to understand the messy reality of health, this is a space where you can feel a little less alone. Wrapped up in laughs, tears, and way too many “same” moments, we’re here to say the things no one else will (but you’ve 100% thought). 🎧 Follow the

Bits and Boobs is a society podcast hosted by Dakota Middleby and Bianca Innes, with 32 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Dakota Middleby and Bianca Innes hosts Bits and Boobs, a society show with 32 episodes published.

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  Men's Mental Health: Suicide, Struggling & Asking for Help | Elliott Hagen

  Sep 27, 202645 min

  What does struggling actually look like when, from the outside, everything seems fine? This week, Dakota sits down with Elliott Hagen for a really honest conversation about men’s mental health and the things that can be incredibly hard to say out loud. We talk about what struggling looked like for him and the role drugs and alcohol played during some of the darker periods of his life. Elliott is on a mission to change suicide numbers, he explains that everyone has awareness, but what type of action needs to happen to lower these stats. Elliot talks about what actually helped him start getting himself into a better place, and why so many men wait until things feel “bad enough” before admitting they’re not okay. We also talk about suicide, vulnerability, substance use and what he’s learnt through his own journey. This one is heavier than some of our usual chats, but it’s an important one. Because you don’t have to wait until you’re at breaking point to ask for help. Content warning: This episode discusses suicide, mental health, drugs, alcohol. Please take care while listening and skip this episode if these topics feel difficult for you right now. If this conversation brings anything up for you, please reach out to someone you trust or seek professional support. Australian support resources are included below: Lifeline: 13 11 14 ---- Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636 Mind Your Head Instagram Mind Your Head Podcast Get in touch with us! Follow the journey on Instagram & TikTok: @bitsandboobs.podcast ✨ Connect with us: @dakotamiddleby & @biancainnes

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  Rewriting the Story: Krystal Barter on BRCA1, Prevention, Purpose & Advocating for Yourself

  Sep 20, 202653 min

  What if knowing your risk could change the course of your life? This week on Bits & Boobs, Bianca sits down with health activist, author and Humanise Health founder Krystal Barter for a conversation that feels particularly full circle. After growing up in a family profoundly impacted by breast and ovarian cancer, Krystal discovered in her early twenties that she carried a BRCA1 gene mutation. At just 25, she made the decision to undergo a preventative double mastectomy and publicly shared her experience with Australia on 60 Minutes. But what followed became much bigger than her own story. From founding Pink Hope from her hospital bed to becoming one of Australia's leading voices in preventative health and patient-led advocacy, Krystal has spent more than two decades challenging the way we think about risk, prevention and the role patients should have in shaping healthcare. Together, Bianca and Krystal unpack what it really means to know your genetic risk, the reality of preventative surgery and the grief that can exist alongside empowerment. They talk surgical menopause, genomics, genetic discrimination, motherhood, identity and why lived experience deserves a genuine seat at the table. For Bianca, this conversation is also deeply personal. In 2017, at 20 years old and in the middle of breast cancer treatment, she appeared in Pink Hope's Know Your Risk campaign. Almost nine years later, she sits across from the woman who backed her early in her advocacy work to talk about just how far that ripple effect can travel. This episode is about prevention, purpose and knowing your own body. But more than anything, it's about agency and what can happen when women are given the information, support and confidence to advocate for their own health. Hit play for a conversation we hope leaves you feeling informed, empowered and a little more confident in asking questions about your own health. ✨ CONNECT WITH KRYSTAL Krystal Barter on Instagram Krystal Barter — Official Website HUMANISE HEALTH Humanise Health on Instagram Humanise Health — Official Website READ KRYSTAL'S BOOK The Lucky One — Krystal Barter Krystal's memoir explores her family history, discovering her BRCA1 mutation, preventative surgery and the beginnings of Pink Hope. KRYSTAL'S 60 MINUTES STORY Krystal publicly documented her preventative double mastectomy with 60 Minutes, helping bring conversations around BRCA, hereditary cancer risk and preventative surgery into Australian homes. Explore Krystal's media and story KNOW YOUR RISK If you're concerned about your family history or hereditary cancer risk, speak with your GP or a qualified genetic counsellor about what may be appropriate for you. ️ BITS & BOOBS Instagram — @bitsandboobs.podcast TikTok — @bitsandboobs.podcast Get in touch with us! Follow the journey on Instagram & TikTok: @bitsandboobs.podcast ✨ Connect with us: @dakotamiddleby & @biancainnes

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  Hormones + Your Nervous System w/ Mackenzie - BHSc Naturopath

  Sep 12, 202639 min

  What actually is naturopathy? And are all those things we’ve been told are “normal” actually… normal? This week, Dakota sits down with degree-qualified naturopath Kenzie from Naturally Vibrant to talk all things hormones, periods, gut health and understanding what our bodies are trying to tell us. We get into what a naturopath actually does, finding the root cause and the symptoms women might be brushing off. Plus, we talk about nervous system regulation and Kenzie’s viral “products I wouldn’t touch with a 10-foot pole” series, including skincare, body wash and how “natural” on a label can be NOT so natural. Basically, a big chat about knowing your body, asking more questions and understanding your health a little better. Come sit with us. x Mackenzie - BHSc Naturopath - https://www.instagram.com/naturallyvibrant_/ Mackenzie - Naturally Vibrant Naturopathy - https://bio.site/naturallyvibrant Get in touch with us! Follow the journey on Instagram & TikTok: @bitsandboobs.podcast ✨ Connect with us: @dakotamiddleby & @biancainnes

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  Chris Barnes: Your Genes, Your Health & Why One Size Doesn't Fit All

  Sep 6, 202656 min

  Why can your best friend drink three coffees and feel fine, while one has you questioning your entire existence? And how much of your future health is actually written in your DNA? This week, Bianca sits down with Genetic Health Strategist and Epigenetic Coach Chris Barnes to unpack the fascinating world of genetics, epigenetics and why there really is no one-size-fits-all approach to health. They get into stress, sleep, anxiety, women’s health, inherited disease risk and longevity, plus what your genes can actually tell you about your body and what they can’t. Chris also helps us cut through the wellness noise. From supplements and biohacking to the expensive tests and health trends we’re constantly being sold, what actually moves the needle when it comes to living a longer, healthier life? If you’ve ever wondered why your body responds the way it does, this one might make you look at yourself a little differently. Find Chris: Instagram: @chrisbarneswellness https://www.instagram.com/chrisbarneswellness/ Website: https://chrisbarneswellness.com.au Get in touch with us! Follow the journey on Instagram & TikTok: @bitsandboobs.podcast ✨ Connect with us: @dakotamiddleby & @biancainnes

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  Skinny culture, ADHD & getting off your damn phone with Liv Rose

  Aug 30, 202647 min

  What does being “healthy” actually look like when the internet is constantly telling us we need to be smaller, fitter, more productive and somehow doing more? This week, Dakota sits down with women’s health and fitness coach Liv Rose for a very real conversation about health beyond the before-and-after photos. Liv opens up about her own ADHD diagnosis, the impact medication had on her appetite and training, and the injury that forced her to rethink everything she thought she knew about fuelling her body. They unpack the rise of “skinny” culture and weight-loss drugs, losing your period, PMDD, body image, overtraining and why eating less isn't always the answer. But, as always, the conversation goes well beyond where it started. From adult friendships and loneliness to dating, celibacy, sobriety, self-worth, social media addiction and the slightly terrifying amount of our lives we're spending staring at our phones, this one really is about all the bits in between. Because looking after yourself isn't just what you eat or how you train. Sometimes it's eating more. Putting your phone down. Finding the right healthcare professional. Letting go of people who don't feel right. Or simply asking yourself: is the life I'm chasing actually mine? An honest, funny and incredibly refreshing conversation about our bodies, our brains and learning to look after both. Find Liv: @livrose - https://www.instagram.com/thelivrose_/?hl=en ‍♀️ Coaching: https://www.instagram.com/limitlesssociety.co/?hl=en Love, Bits & Boobs x Get in touch with us! Follow the journey on Instagram & TikTok: @bitsandboobs.podcast ✨ Connect with us: @dakotamiddleby & @biancainnes

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