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Vain-ish

LiSTNR

85 episodes

Bec Judd and Jess Roberts are done with the smoke and mirrors and want you to know what it actually takes to look this good with their new LiSTNR podcast, Vain-ish. Together, Bec and Jess are pulling back the curtain on the beauty routines, wellness trends, and behind-the-scenes treatments that often get glossed over on Instagram – and they’re not holding anything back.

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Each episode delves into a new corner of beauty culture with experts, doctors and celeb guests weighing in too. It's endless laughs, and zero filler (okay, some filler), so are you ready to get just a little Vain-ish?

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  1. Living With Larger Breasts: When Is Reduction an Option?

    · 33 min · S2 E84

    Living with larger breasts can raise plenty of questions - when might a breast lift or reduction be an option? To wrap up Boobie Month, Bec and Jess speak with Specialist plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr Hamish…

  2. Our Most Questionable Childhood Crushes

    · 22 min · S2 E83

    Bec and Jess take a trip down memory lane to revisit their childhood celebrity crushes, from questionable obsessions to serious heartthrobs, and the iconic hairstyles that came with them. Former Tell All guest Havana…

  3. Emma Hawkins Tell All

    · 43 min · S2 E82

    Emma Hawkins - businesswoman, lifestyle personality and wife of AFL star Tom Hawkins - shares the story behind her two breast reductions and her unforgettable “Jessica Rabbit” Brownlow moment. From developing massive…

  4. DIY Beauty Hacks for When Life Gets Too Busy

    · 22 min · S2 E81

    Between kids’ sport, family commitments, work and barely a moment to themselves, Bec and Jess are wondering how anyone fits in a life of their own - let alone a beauty routine. Could DIY beauty hacks be the answer?…

  5. Breast Augmentation vs Breast Lift: What’s the Difference?

    · 45 min · S2 E80

    Boobie Month continues! Specialist plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr Hamish Farrow explains the differences between breast augmentation and a breast lift, covering implant placement, recovery, scarring, implant…

  6. Bec's Early Dating Secret

    · 29 min · S2 E79

    Bec reveals the lengths she went to in the early days of dating Chris, while Jess lifts the lid on the bathroom boundaries she shares with her husband Val. Plus, the beauty trends we might cringe at in years to come,…

  7. Breast Reconstruction: What No One Tells You

    · 39 min · S2 E78

    Specialist plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr Hamish Farrow joins Vain-ish for Boobie Month to discuss breast reconstruction - from cancer recovery to congenital conditions like Poland syndrome and tuberous breast…

  8. The Surprising Korean Beauty Trend

    · 25 min · S2 E77

    How far would you go to avoid getting sick? Bec and Jess reveal their questionable germ-fighting tactics - and the rules they’ve put in place around sick kids and birthday parties. Bec reaches her breaking point during…

  9. Ruby Tuesday Matthews Tell All

    · 53 min · S2 E76

    Ruby Tuesday Matthews went to Korea for facial surgery and came home with quite a story. The mum of three, entrepreneur and content creator opens up about what she had done, why she chose Korea, what the experience was…

  10. Celebrity Lookalikes & One Unexpected Reunion

    · 28 min · S2 E75

    Jess reveals her Japan and Korea holiday plans, while Bec escapes to Hamilton Island. The girls debrief the male escort episode, relive Jess’s unexpected roadside reunion, and swap stories about the famous faces…

  11. The Power of Feeling Desired: The Woman Who Trials Male Escorts

    · 29 min · S2 E74 · Explicit

    Bec and Jess continue their deep dive into the world of male escorts with Anna from Her Confidant and male companion Hudson - joined by Jasmine, the woman who trials potential escorts before they’re hired. Hudson…

  12. Sex, Confidence & Connection: The Truth About Male Escorts

    · 1 h 00 min · S2 E73 · Explicit

    What are women really paying for when they book a male escort? Bec and Jess go behind the scenes of the world of male companionship with Anna Grosman, owner of Her Confidant, and Hudson, one of her experienced…

  13. Botched Surgeries: Brazilian Butt Lift

    · 44 min · S2 E72

    What really happens when a Brazilian Butt Lift goes wrong? Specialist Plastic Surgeon Professor Mark Ashton explains what makes BBL different from other forms of fat grafting, how serious complications such as fat…

  14. NFL, Race Day & One Very Unhinged Handbag

    · 24 min · S2 E71

    Bec and Jess recap their most jam packed weekend yet, from a historic NFL clash at the MCG with over 100,000 fans and a 3:30am wake-up to Crown Makybe Diva Stakes Day at Flemington. They revisit the Rams’ brutal…

  15. Epigenetic Testing: What's Your Real Age?

    · 42 min · S2 E70

    What if your insides don't match your outsides? Dr Jason Chan dives into epigenetic testing and what it can reveal about biological age, metabolic health and how our bodies are ageing. Dr Jason shares the wake-up call…

  16. One Year of Vain-ish: What We’ve Learnt & Loved

    · 38 min · S2 E69

    Vain-ish is officially ONE! Bec and Jess celebrate their first year by looking back at their most vain-ish moments, favourite episodes and biggest beauty lessons - and the treatments they’re officially de-influencing…

  17. Justin Hill Tell All

    · 32 min · S2 E68

    Entertainment reporter and Vain-ish’s very own video producer, Justin Hill, shares his cosmetic surgery journey after losing 50 kilograms and having eight kilograms of excess skin removed. Justin reveals why he decided…

  18. Clothes That Almost Killed You

    · 22 min · S2 E67

    Bec and Jess get into the realities of modern parenting, from sports schedules and family dinners to the questionable parenting of the ’80s and ’90s. The viral Zara “death pants” get Bec thinking about her own wardrobe…

  19. Ozempic Face: What Can You Actually Do About It?

    · 36 min · S2 E66

    Dermatologist Dr Ryan De Cruz explores the facial changes some people experience alongside GLP-1 medicines, including why changes in facial volume can become more noticeable. He breaks down the science behind facial…

  20. New Trend: Older Women Dating Younger Men

    · 19 min · S2 E65

    Why are more older women dating younger men? Bec and Jess hear from Vain-ish women in age-gap relationships and dig into why both sides are drawn to it. Bec surprised Jess with a sneaky birthday dinner that turned…

  21. Jamie-Lee Price Tell All

    · 34 min · S2 E64

    Australian Diamonds netballer and Liz Ellis Award winner Jamie-Lee Price talks beauty in elite sport, from game-day makeup and skincare disasters to spray tan struggles and the unexpected hack she swears by for dry…

  22. 5 Things Worth the Money

    · 23 min · S2 E63

    Bec and Jess reveal what they think is genuinely worth spending money on - from everyday life upgrades to a few very specific indulgences. Find out what makes the cut. Then, they unpack the trend of 40-year-old women…

  23. Keratin Bonds: Don’t Look Until the End

    · 52 min · S2 E62

    It’s a Vain-ish first! Multi-award winning celebrity hairstylist Kirby Lago and master senior stylist Olivia Moen join Bec and Jess in the studio for a full keratin bond hair extension transformation - with one catch:…

  24. Unhinged, Underprepared & Overpacked

    · 39 min · S2 E61

    Bec and Jess are back from their family holidays and, unsurprisingly, there’s a lot to unpack. Bec escaped to Broome, while Jess headed to Vietnam - although getting there wasn’t quite as straightforward as planned.…

  25. Darren Palmer Opens Up About His Hair Transplant

    · 20 min · S2 E60

    Hair loss can affect confidence at any age, and Darren Palmer is sharing his experience. The interior designer and television personality opens up about his decision to have a hair transplant, what the process was…

  26. Darren Palmer Tell All

    · 58 min · S2 E59

    Best known as the much-loved judge on The Block and one of Australia's leading interior designers, Darren Palmer joins us for a candid Tell All that's just as relevant for the men in your life as it is for you. Darren…

  27. Ellie Gonsalves Tell All

    · 54 min · S2 E58

    Model, actress and producer Ellie Gonsalves sets the record straight on the long-running rumours about having her ribs removed, shares her surprisingly hands-on beauty routine, and reveals how working in Hollywood has…

  28. DJ Havana Brown Tell All

    · 57 min · S2 E57

    She's one of Australia's most recognisable DJs, she's toured the world, and she's had us dancing to We Run the Night for over a decade. Havana Brown joins us to chat all things beauty, wellness, life on tour and the…

  29. Brooke Warne Tell All

    · 44 min · S2 E56

    The eldest daughter of Shane Warne and Simone Callahan, Brooke has grown up in the public eye while building her own community through fashion, food and lifestyle content. In this candid chat, Brooke opens up about…

  30. Why Is My Hair Falling Out?

    · 39 min · S2 E55

    Hair loss is a common concern for both men and women, but what's actually causing it? Cosmetic and Emergency Medicine Physician Dr Sean Arendse helps make sense of the facts and myths surrounding hair loss. We discuss…

  31. Effie Kats Tell All

    · 58 min · S2 E54

    She’s been at the top of our guest wish list since launching Vain-ish - Effie Kats is finally here! Founder of fashion labels Effie Kats and Bayse Brand, and now a new mum to daughter Roza, Effie opens up about…

  32. Why Is Everyone Talking About Peptides?

    · 56 min · S2 E53

    Injectable peptides are generating huge interest online and offline - but how much do we actually know about them? Sports Medicine Physician and former Chief Medical Officer of the Melbourne Storm, Dr Jason Chan,…

  33. Biostimulators Explained: What Everyone Is Talking About

    · 35 min · S2 E52

    Biostimulators are a growing topic of discussion in aesthetic medicine, but what are they and how are they used in clinical practice? Cosmetic and Emergency Medicine Physician Dr Sean Arendse answers common questions…

  34. Erin Holland Tell All

    · 1 h 01 min · S2 E51

    Television presenter, singer, former Miss World Australia, and one of Australia's most recognisable media personalities, Erin Holland opens up about her career, approach to beauty, and the highs, heartbreaks, and…

  35. Anti-Wrinkle Injections: Your Questions Answered

    · 53 min · S1 E50

    Anti-wrinkle injections are one of the most talked-about topics in aesthetic medicine, but there are still many misconceptions about how they work and what they can and cannot do. Dermatologist Dr Cara McDonald…

  36. Jesinta Franklin Tell All

    · 49 min · S2 E49

    Model, entrepreneur and former Miss Universe Australia Jesinta Franklin joins the girls for a very honest chat about postpartum life - from sleep deprivation and painful breastfeeding to how her beauty and wellness…

  37. Treatments During Pregnancy: Myths, Facts & What’s Actually Safe

    · 57 min · S2 E48

    Obstetrician, Gynaecologist and Fertility Specialist Dr Joseph Sgroi discusses safe skincare, beauty and cosmetic treatments during pregnancy. From ingredients to avoid to treatments considered safe, he shares expert…

  38. Miranda Kerr Tell All

    · 42 min · S2 E47

    Supermodel, skincare founder and beauty icon Miranda Kerr reflects on her Victoria’s Secret Angel days and building KORA Organics. Now a busy mum of four, she shares her consistent beauty and wellness routine - from…

  39. Were We This Vain Growing Up? Ask Our Mums!

    · 53 min · S2 E46

    Bec and Jess celebrate their very first beauty influencers - their mums, Kerry and Deearrn. From throwback beauty trends and vain-ish moments (think perms, waxing, and DIY hair foils) to the products and routines they…

  40. Lana Wilkinson Tell All

    · 59 min · S2 E45

    One of Australia’s most in-demand stylists, Lana Wilkinson, shares her journey from dressing stars like Whitney Port, Ruby Rose and Rachel Zoe to building her own footwear brand. She opens up about motherhood,…

  41. We Did Coachella! Was It Worth It?

    · 44 min · S2 E44

    Bec and Jess, Coachella veterans are back with the ultimate recap - covering planning, tickets, and whether it’s really worth the hype. They dive into daily schedules and a full fashion and beauty breakdown, including…

  42. The Viral Eye Colour Trend Exposed

    · 45 min · S2 E43

    We’re diving into the viral and controversial trend of eye colour-changing procedures. Ophthalmologist Dr Lana Del Porto breaks down how they’re done, the risks involved, and why they aren’t approved in Australia.…

  43. Body Dysmorphia in the Age of Filters, Fillers & GLP-1s

    · 50 min · S2 E42

    Trigger warning: This episode discusses body image and mental health. If this conversation raises concerns for you, please seek support from a qualified professional or contact Lifeline Australia on 13 11 14 or via…

  44. Unfiltered: Emmylou MacCarthy Tell All

    · 49 min · S2 E41

    OG content creator and entrepreneur Emmylou MacCarthy talks beauty, ageing, and confidence. From her simple, no-trends approach to skincare to her abdominoplasty and recovery, she gets real about trolls, self-worth,…

  45. The Truth About Tummy Tucks

    · 57 min · S2 E40

    Specialist Plastic Surgeon Professor Mark Ashton breaks down the realities of abdominoplasty, while Bec shares her experience with hernia and muscle repair after twins. Together, they unpack recovery, expectations and…

  46. Unfiltered: Lauren Curtis Tell All

    · 57 min · S2 E39

    OG beauty influencer Lauren Curtis reflects on the reality behind her beauty evolution - from her rise to YouTube fame to now. She opens up about a treatment she regrets and the pressures that shaped her decisions.…

  47. Sleep: The Underrated Beauty Treatment

    · 54 min · S2 E38

    Dull skin, ageing, hormones, insomnia - sleep affects everything. Sleep Physician Dr David Cunnington explains what really happens in the body while we sleep. We unpack deep sleep, supplements, screen time and the…

  48. Endometriosis: The Pain You Can’t See

    · 57 min · S2 E37

    We’re diving into one of the most misunderstood conditions affecting women worldwide: endometriosis. Specialist Obstetrician Gynaecologist Dr Kimberley Norton-Old explains what it is, the symptoms that aren’t “just bad…

  49. Fillers: How Much Is Too Much?

    · 54 min · S2 E36

    Dermatologist Dr Cara McDonald explains how fillers interact with the skin and underlying facial structures - and why more isn’t always better. From overfilling and migration to the risks of under-qualified injectors,…

  50. Unfiltered: Sarah Davidson Tell All

    · 53 min · S2 E35

    Seize the Yay host, writer, creator and self-confessed “funtrepreneur” Sarah Davidson reveals the strategic beauty routine that does the heavy lifting - saving her time every single day (essential for a toddler mum).…

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