stand up & be special podcast
Hello, I'm Issy and welcome to my podcast <3 I will be talking about all things success, motivation, values, habits, mental health, overcoming struggles and talking about work in different industries. Some episodes will be by myself and others with lovely guests to share their thoughts! I hope you are inspired and motivated to pursue whatever it is you are working towards xx Episodes out every Sunday xx Instagram: @standupandbespecial My other account 🧚♀️: @isabelle.sav
Episodes
18 episodes
I used to smoke?
Hello! I thought I would open up a bit and talk about my experience with quitting cigarettes when I was 19 and how I navigated the aftermath. I was quite a heavy smoker at the time and basically went cold turkey. I've never spoken about it onli...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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25:07
luke mccrostie - popping in for tea pt.2
(Part 2) I talked to my friend Luke a couple of months ago about his experiences through uni and starting creative projects despite studying for a Bachelor of Nursing. A little bit of a laugh and not too heavy if you want to listen to two frien...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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17:33
luke mccrostie - popping in for tea pt.1
I talked to my friend Luke a couple of months ago about his experiences through uni and starting creative projects despite studying for a Bachelor of Nursing. A little bit of a laugh and not too heavy if you want to listen to two friends having...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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25:59
rishi ramrakha - overcoming an ed/ finding purpose (part 2)
Part two of the previous episode with Rishi. The last part of our chat where he discusses his recovery and the stigma of men's mental health.Thank you again to Rishi for sharing his thoughts <3 *TW - ED, MHCo...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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12:52
rishi ramrakha - overcoming an ed/ finding purpose (part 1)
In this episode, I talk to my lovely friend Rishi about his struggles with mental health and his outlook on life moving forward. His love and appreciation for life, his family and friends is something that I admire, as well as his drive moving ...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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23:44
12 - NYE/ New Years Resolutions/ Thank YOU!
Just a few thoughts on the pressure of the NYE celebrations and making New Years Resolutions with the right intentions. Short one to listen to if you want a pick me up this eve xx THANK YOU, THANK YOU to anyone who has listened to ...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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7:48
11 - Holly Reed - reflecting on her (earlier) 20s, moving out, online dating
In this episode, I talked to my friend Holly about her experience with uni, burnout, moving out with roommates, her current dating situation and her plans for the future as a fashion student! We cover a lot in this episode but it's just a cha...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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35:57
aaryan shah - navigating adult friendships, staying motivated and meeting new people
I had a lovely chat a few weeks ago with a fellow Media and Comms student from MQ Uni. Aaryan is a super inspiring and self-aware guy and he reached out to me in response to my previous episode 'saying yes'. Thanks to Aaryan for having a chat w...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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40:00
09 - saying yes!
In this episode, I talk about my attitude towards 'saying yes' and being more open to people and opportunities. This is no shade to my current friends but just me reflecting on meeting new people and being a bit more open. Been thinking a lot a...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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19:25
uni chat/ hobbies - Ethan Jones
Little chat with a fellow media student about this term and what the future holds for him! Ethan Jones is currently studying at Macquarie University and giving sports writing and songwriting a try. Thank you for the continued suppo...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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15:44
you vs. you & comparison culture
Just me pondering social media and comparison culture. Super short episode, food for thought to get you through FOMO and getting over the 'learning' stages of new skills. <3 <3 <3 Pod insta: @standupandbespeci...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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15:19
things to consider, sober vs. drinking?
Today I am talking briefly about drinking culture and my relationship with alcohol. Everything I am saying is based on my personal experience, I do not judge anyone who chooses to drink or goes out on a regular basis, it is just not for me! <...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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16:21
taking criticism/ you are the main character!
Talking by myself again this week, a short one about my reflections of how to deal with criticism and feedback. You are the main character and are not responsible for anyone else's emotions and or actions. Hope you enjoy friends &l...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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15:48
balance…?
Today I am talking about my experience with work/ life balance and how I am trying to take breaks and appreciate little moments again. <3(Count how many times I say 'balance' or 'so') SOS!Pod insta: @standupandbespecial
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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24:56
bella sebastian - unbalanced balance?
Today I am talking to my good friend Bella who I met at Macquarie uni last term. We ironically did a podcasting unit together so it's funny how things work out! We are talking about work, uni, side hustle balance and manifestation.
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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15:07
bestie talks - tara frawley <3
In this episode, I talk to my childhood best friend about her experience and future plans working in graphic design and her side business in making jewellery. We touch on friendships and our expectations of ourselves. Tara's earrin...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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47:05
my definition of success (is everchanging)
First episode wooo, talking about 'success' and how I define it. A few things that I implement in my day/ planning to help with long term goals, a little bit on working as a method of self- care and my thoughts about uni! Sleep boo...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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21:04
welcome to stand up & be special!
Hello and welcome to my podcast! My name is Issy and I will be discussing all things success, habits, routine, motivation, values etc. talking to guests about their work and unpacking the concept of 'success' and what it means to them <3&nbs...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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