Podcast
Inherited
Hosted by Shameless Media · EN
Host Ruby Hall explores the Relics, Recipes, Rituals and Rules that profoundly shape who we are.
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Jamila Rizvi on why more women should be "difficult"
Mar 200:55:05Tap to summarizeHello! Today, I’m joined by Jamila Rizvi. Jamila is an author, public speaker, and Deputy Managing Director of Future Women, where she champions gender equality across Australian workplaces. At just 31, and a first-time mum to her son Rafi, Jamila was diagnosed with a rare brain tumour. What followed were countless medical appointments, two brain surgeries, and 36 rounds of radiation. Today, the tumour is the size of half a grain of rice, a tiny physical reminder of a life-altering chapter that reshaped her perspective in profound ways. In this episode, we also talk about building a career inside government at a young age, navigating ambition alongside motherhood, and the power of asking for help from friends and family during the hardest seasons of life. If you'd like to support Jamila, head to the All About Women Festival on International Women's Day, this Sunday, the 8th of March. This conversation touches on themes of body image and disordered eating, if you or are loved needs support, please contact The Butterfly Foundation 1800 33 4673. Thank you so much to Pandora for supporting this episode of Inherited. Tell your story or help a loved one tell theirs with Pandora’s engravable pieces. Design online and use code INHERITED15 to get $15 off when you spend $100 or more. Available online only for a limited time. T&Cs apply. Your host today was Ruby Hall (@rubytuesday2.0), and the guest was Jamila Rizvi (@jamilarizvi). Inherited is produced by Monica Vantilburg and executive-produced by Lucy Hunt. If you enjoyed this episode, click ‘follow’ on your favourite podcast app! We’re also on Instagram and TikTok @inheritedthepod. We’ll be back with another episode on Tuesday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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3 Life Lessons with Madeleine Edwards
Feb 2500:45:46Tap to summarizeHello! Today on the podcast, I’m joined by Australian beauty content creator and first-time mum, Madeleine Edwards. In this conversation, Madeleine opens up about her journey in the beauty industry, from building her platform to navigating the ever-evolving (and often unrealistic) standards that shape the world of beauty. We also dive into a more personal chapter of her life: falling pregnant with her daughter, Carmine, stepping into motherhood, and the terrifying moment during birth when she thought she might lose her. Thank you so much to the Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show for supporting this episode of Inherited. Don't miss Melbourne's most inspiring lifestyle event. Book your tickets now at melbflowershow.com.au. Your host today was Ruby Hall (@rubytuesday2.0), and the guest was Madeleine Edwards (@madeleineedwards). Inherited is produced by Monica Vantilburg and executive-produced by Lucy Hunt. If you enjoyed this episode, click ‘follow’ on your favourite podcast app! We’re also on Instagram and TikTok @inheritedthepod. We’ll be back with another episode next Tuesday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sophie Cachia on her age-gap relationship
Feb 2300:59:44Tap to summarizeHello! Today, I’m joined by Sophie Cachia. Sophie is a Melbourne-based content creator, business owner and mum to her three children, Bobby, Floss and Esme. After more than a decade in the public eye, Sophie has learned to tune out the noise and live life on her own terms. In this episode, she opens up about marrying and divorcing in her 20s, the deeply personal journey of coming to terms with her sexuality, and navigating the challenges of dating and relationships in the spotlight. Sophie also shares insights into her blended family, the beautiful co-parenting dynamic she’s built, and the role her partner, Maddy Prespakis, plays in their lives. She speaks candidly about online criticism, including commentary around their 10-year age gap, and why she no longer lets strangers’ opinions define her. Thank you so much to the Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show for supporting this episode of Inherited. Don't miss Melbourne's most inspiring lifestyle event. Book your tickets now at melbflowershow.com.au. Your host today was Ruby Hall (@rubytuesday2.0), and the guest was Sophie Cachia (@sophiecachia_). Inherited is produced by Monica Vantilburg and executive-produced by Lucy Hunt. If you enjoyed this episode, click ‘follow’ on your favourite podcast app! We’re also on Instagram and TikTok @inheritedthepod. We’ll be back with another episode on Thursday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Scott O'Halloran & Marcus Sellen's Love Story
Feb 1800:57:21Tap to summarizeHi!! Welcome to our new three-part series, Love Stories. Every Thursday for the next three weeks, I’ll sit down with a guest who tells me about their love story. Today, I’m joined by Scott O’Halloran and his husband, Marcus Sellen. Scott is a Melbourne-based content creator and co-host of The Luke and Sassy Scott Show, the hit podcast he shares with his brother, Luke. Scott and Marcus share so openly today. From the first time they connected and what it meant to truly find each other, to the journey of embracing their identities and building a life grounded in honesty, shared values, and deep commitment. In this heartfelt conversation, Scott and Marcus reflect on the conversations that strengthened their relationship, the milestones that shaped them, and their incredible journey to parenthood. They generously share their experience with egg donation and surrogacy, and how welcoming twin boys into their lives has transformed their world and deepened their love. This is Scott and Marcus’ love story. Thanks so much to Bumble for supporting this episode of Inherited. Start your year with intention and find meaningful connections on Bumble today. Your host today was Ruby Hall (@rubytuesday2.0), and the guests were Scott O'Halloran (@scottohalloran) and Marcus Sellen. Inherited is produced by Monica Vantilburg and executive-produced by Lucy Hunt. If you enjoyed this episode, click ‘follow’ on your favourite podcast app! We’re also on Instagram and TikTok @inheritedthepod. We’ll be back with another episode on Tuesday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Guy Sebastian on Australian Idol & grief in the public eye
Feb 1600:57:30Tap to summarizeHello! Today, I’m joined by Guy Sebastian. Guy is one of Australia’s most successful and grounded pop artists. After winning the first season of Australian Idol at just 21, Guy went on to sell more than 7 million records and earn seven ARIA Awards. In this conversation, he reflects on discovering his love of music through school and church, the spontaneous decision to audition for Idol, and how life changed overnight in 2003. He also shares insights into his 20-year relationship with his high-school sweetheart and wife, Jules, his perspective on grief, and the values he hopes to pass on to his two sons, Hudson and Archie. If you'd like to support Guy, you can follow him on Instagram (@guysebastian) or find tickets to his upcoming tour, 100 Times Around the Sun, right here! You can also find out more about the Sebastian Foundation here! This conversation contains mentions of suicide. If you or someone you know is struggling with their mental health, please head here or contact LifeLine on 13 11 14. Thank you so much to Pandora for sponsoring this episode of Inherited. Tell your story or help a loved one tell theirs with Pandora’s engravable pieces. Design online and use code INHERITED15 to get $15 off when you spend $100 or more. Available online only for a limited time. T&Cs apply. Your host today was Ruby Hall (@rubytuesday2.0), and the guest was Guy Sebastian (@guysebastian). Inherited is produced by Monica Vantilburg and executive-produced by Lucy Hunt. If you enjoyed this episode, click ‘follow’ on your favourite podcast app! We’re also on Instagram and TikTok @inheritedthepod. We’ll be back with another episode on Thursday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Tully Smyth & Ned Rohrt's Love Story
Feb 1100:57:20Tap to summarizeHi!! Welcome to our new three-part series, Love Stories. Every Thursday for the next three weeks, I’ll sit down with a guest who tells me about their love story. Today, I’m joined by Tully Smyth and her partner, Ned Rohrt. Tully is a familiar and much-loved voice in Australia’s digital media space. She first captured the nation’s attention in 2010 when she entered the Big Brother house, and since then has built a deeply personal career as a writer and online creator. Over the years, Tully has shared her life with honesty and heart, opening up about love and heartbreak, the devastating loss of her beautiful mum, and her journey through egg freezing, creating a community that has grown alongside her. Ned first came across Tully on the dating apps, but it wasn’t until a second swipe, two years later, that their story really began. From that moment on, everything clicked. Now, Tully and Ned are stepping into their biggest chapter yet, as they prepare to welcome their first baby in July 2026. Thanks so much to Bumble for supporting this episode of Inherited. Start your year with intention and find meaningful connections on Bumble today. Your host today was Ruby Hall (@rubytuesday2.0), and the guests were Tully Smyth (@tee_smyth) and Ned Rohrt (@drnedrohrt). Inherited is produced by Monica Vantilburg and executive-produced by Lucy Hunt. If you enjoyed this episode, click ‘follow’ on your favourite podcast app! We’re also on Instagram and TikTok @inheritedthepod. We’ll be back with another episode on Tuesday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Fergus Neal on crying for the first time in 3 years
Feb 900:48:41Tap to summarizeHello! Today I speak to Fergus Neal. Fergus is a comedian, writer & the co-host of his podcast On it Off It with Louis Phillip, and he’s just about to tour his latest show Boy, across Australia. In this conversation, Fergus talks about his creative rituals, and how he’s managed anxiety and panic attacks since his early twenties. He reflects on his journey into comedy, how he feels about commenting on topical political issues online, about the concept behind Boy, and why he’s chosen to highlight modern masculinity, and the manosphere through comedy. If you'd like to support Fergus, head to the website here to book your tickets to his upcoming show, Boy, or head to the On it Off it feed wherever you are listening right now! Thank you so much to Moonpig for supporting this episode of Inherited. Every love deserves a Moonpig card! Our Inherited listeners get 50% off all cards. Just head to moonpig.com and use code SHAMELESS50. & a shoutout to Pandora. Tell your story or help a loved one tell theirs with Pandora’s engravable pieces. Design online and use code INHERITED15 to get $15 off when you spend $100 or more. Available online only for a limited time. T&Cs apply. Your host today was Ruby Hall (@rubytuesday2.0), and the guest was Fergus Neal (@fergie_ferg1). Inherited is produced by Monica Vantilburg and executive-produced by Lucy Hunt. If you enjoyed this episode, click ‘follow’ on your favourite podcast app! We’re also on Instagram and TikTok @inheritedthepod. We’ll be back with another episode on Thursday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Phoebe Simmonds' Love Story
Feb 400:39:15Tap to summarizeHi!! Welcome to our new three-part series, Love Stories. Every Thursday for the next three weeks, I’ll sit down with a guest who tells me about their love story. Today, I sit down with Phoebe Simmonds, co-founder of The Memo, to share her personal love story with husband Shaun Caton. In her mid-30s, single and career-focused, Phoebe was dating with intention when she met Shaun. Shaun was navigating life after the devastating loss of his former partner, Sam, and Phoebe stepped into their world with patience and care, embracing co-parenting Shaun’s young son, Tyler. With a strong desire to have children of her own, Phoebe and Shaun went on to grow their blended family, welcoming their son Remy. Phoebe’s journey to motherhood might not have been what she expected, but it’s been one of the most rewarding experiences yet, and she’s been so grateful to have Shaun, who is no stranger to parenting, right by her side. Thanks so much to Bumble for supporting this episode of Inherited. Start your year with intention and find meaningful connections on Bumble today. Your host today was Ruby Hall (@rubytuesday2.0), and the guest was Phoebe Simmonds (@phoebeactually). Inherited is produced by Monica Vantilburg and executive-produced by Lucy Hunt. If you enjoyed this episode, click ‘follow’ on your favourite podcast app! We’re also on Instagram and TikTok @inheritedthepod. We’ll be back with another episode on Tuesday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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3 Life Lessons with Trent Dalton
Nov 1700:54:44Tap to summarizeHi! Today, we are so thrilled to be bringing you this Life Lessons conversation with award-winning author, Trent Dalton. Trent Dalton is the author of so many novels you’ve probably read already, including All Our Shimmering Skies, Lola In The Mirror, Love Stories, and, of course, his widely acclaimed, semi-autobiographical novel, Boy Swallows Universe, which has been adapted into a seven-part Netflix series and theatre production. In this conversation, Trent discusses some of the beautiful, vivid memories that comprise the story of his childhood, as told in Boy Swallows Universe. He also shares a truly magical anecdote about falling in love with his wife, Fiona, and the lead-up to the moment he eventually opened up about his feelings for her at a Powderfinger concert. Pick up Trent’s new book, Gravity Let Me Go, right here. Thank you so much to Target for supporting this episode of Inherited. For style, confidence and value this summer, shop Target’s new collection online and in-store. And shoutout to Chemist Warehouse and Selfish Supps, too! Available now, exclusively at Chemist Warehouse here. Your host today was Ruby Hall (@rubytuesday2.0), and the guest was Trent Dalton (@trentdaltonauthor). Inherited is produced by Annabelle Lee and executive-produced by Lucy Hunt. If you enjoyed this episode, click ‘follow’ on your favourite podcast app! We’re also on Instagram and TikTok @inheritedthepod. We’ll be back with another episode next Tuesday.
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Jase Hawkins on the heartbreak of losing both parents
Nov 1000:42:53Tap to summarizeHello! Today, we are joined by Jase Hawkins. Jase likely needs no introduction; he’s the co-host of Nova 100’s Melbourne breakfast show, alongside the brilliant Lauren Phillips. Jase and Lauren started out together on KISS; in fact, they first were introduced in a hotel room, where their initial chemistry test took place, but in 2024, they lost their breakfast slot to Kyle and Jackie O, who began broadcasting out of Melbourne. However, there is much more to Jase than his warm and hilarious radio persona. In this conversation, Jase opens up about his early radio career and why he owes it all to Kyle Sandilands, how he’s processed the grief of losing both of his parents in the space of three years, and why he will give everyone the time of day, no matter who they are. To support Jase, you can follow him on Instagram @jase_hawkins. Thank you so much to ANASTASIA the Broadway Musical for supporting this episode of Inherited. Catch the Australian premiere of ANASTASIA at Melbourne’s Regent Theatre from December 20th. ANASTASIA will then head to Perth’s Crown Theatre in March, followed by Sydney’s Lyric Theatre from April. And shoutout to Selfish Supps! You can shop the full Selfish Supps range here, exclusively at Chemist Warehouse. Inherited is hosted by Ruby Hall (@rubytuesday2.0), produced by Annabelle Lee and executive-produced by Lucy Hunt. If you enjoyed this episode, click ‘follow’ on your favourite podcast app! We’re also on Instagram and TikTok @inheritedthepod. We’ll be back with another episode next Tuesday.
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