The Blunt and The Beautiful

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  Permission to Age Out (Things We Simply Won't Be Doing Anymore) 15.09.2026 36mnt

  We've decided it's time.Time to age out of things that are exhausting, expensive, completely unnecessary... and occasionally come with a camping toilet.This week we're making a list of everything we've officially retired from. Not because we're getting older, but because we've finally realised some things simply aren't worth the bloody effort.We're saying goodbye to people pleasing, over-explaining ourselves, pretending we like things we absolutely do not, waiting to be chosen, arguing with compliments, clothes that don't fit, trends that were never meant for us, and giving a single flying fuck whether strangers on the internet approve of our lives.There are also some controversial opinions. Camping? Absolutely not. High heels? Good luck to them. Owning forty-seven coffee mugs? Kate would like to plead the fifth.Along the way we chat about grey hair, boundaries, ambition, body image, online trolls, why "no" is a complete sentence, and the glorious freedom that comes from realising you don't actually have to explain yourself to anyone.If you've ever found yourself saying, "You know what? I'm too old for this shit..." (emotionally, not chronologically), congratulations.This episode is for you.Things we're officially aging out of:- Trying to make everyone like us- Explaining our boundaries- Waiting to be chosen- Caring about trends that don't suit us- Feeling guilty for taking up space- Keeping clothes we'll "fit into one day"- Caring what strangers think online- Camping. Seriously... camping.What are you aging out of? Come and tell us - we're always looking for new things to cross off the list.#TheBluntAndTheBeautiful #AgingOut #PeoplePleasing #Boundaries #Confidence #WomenSupportingWomen #PersonalGrowth #SelfWorth #BodyImage #GreyHair #OnlineTrolls #LifeLessons #Friendship #Relationships #MentalHealth #AustralianPodcast #ComedyPodcast #Midlife #SelfAcceptance #PodcastRecommendations
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  Astro Talk: September 14th - 20th 2026 12.09.2026 22mnt

  This week’s astrology brings passion, power struggles, productive momentum and a brain that occasionally refuses to cooperate.From the emotional intensity of the Scorpio Moon and a fiery Venus–Pluto clash, to the optimism of Sagittarius and the get-shit-done energy of Capricorn, Kate takes you through your weekly astrology forecast for 14–20 September, day by day.Find out when the energy is right to start something important, why 15 September is absolutely not the day for that relationship or money conversation, when to rethink the plan instead of forcing it, and where the astrology is giving you a cosmic green light to actually get moving.There are days for passion. Days for difficult conversations. Days for making decisions. And days when your brain simply needs you to stop fucking asking so much of it.Seven days. Seven very different moods. And a guide to working with the astrology instead of fighting against it.#AstroTalk #WeeklyAstrology #AstrologyForecast #SeptemberAstrology #ScorpioMoon #SagittariusMoon #CapricornMoon #VenusPluto #AstrologyPodcast #Horoscope #Zodiac #KateForster
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  The Week That Was: Royal Bullshit, Bieber Red Flags & The Pilates Police 10.09.2026 30mnt

  This week Kate and Tansy are tackling the big issues: the monarchy, the Biebers, Pilates etiquette and whether spending too long in a spa will, in Tansy’s words, “boil your bag.”They kick off with Florence Pugh’s East of Eden, which looks beautiful, devastating and exactly like the kind of television you watch once, sob through, call a masterpiece and then never emotionally recover enough to watch again.Then Harry and Meghan are back in the UK, Charles has apparently sent out the royal equivalent of a “just so we’re clear” email, and Kate and Tansy attempt to understand what exactly constitutes a “working royal.” Spoiler: shaking hands apparently gives you calluses.Next, Justin and Hailey Bieber answer a series of seemingly innocent questions for W Magazine and accidentally provide enough material for an entire couples therapy session. Favourite movie? Hailey says The Grinch. Justin says The Break-Up. Favourite artist? Neither picks the other. Favourite way to relax? Finally, agreement: the spa. Which leads to some unsolicited medical commentary from Tansy that nobody asked for.Then we meet the Pilates Police - because apparently leaving a reformer class seven minutes early is now a matter of public concern. Kate and Tansy discuss why other people’s schedules, emergencies, hamstrings and IBS are, generally speaking, none of your fucking business.And finally, Kate makes Channel Seven news after sharing her thoughts on increasingly controlling wedding rules, only to discover she’s been branded a “controlling woman” who “slams yucky and weird Aussie weddings.”Chicken. Chips. Controlling.Florence Pugh. Royal family bullshit. Bieber red flags. Boiled bags. Pilates policing. Wedding dictators. And another week where the internet probably should have stayed in drafts.Welcome to The Week That Was....#TheBluntAndTheBeautiful #TheWeekThatWas #JustinBieber #HaileyBieber #HarryAndMeghan #RoyalFamily #FlorencePugh #Pilates #PopCulture #KateForster #TansyGorman #AustralianPodcast
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  Astro Talk: September 7th - September 13th 2026 05.09.2026 22mnt

  This week on Astro Talk, Kate Forster breaks down the astrology of September 7–13 — and there’s a lot going on.A Virgo New Moon brings a practical fresh start, Venus enters Scorpio and begins a deeper story around relationships, money, intimacy and self-worth, while Uranus retrograde asks us to rethink the ideas and information shaping our lives.But this isn’t a week for blowing everything up.It’s about noticing what keeps repeating, removing friction from your life and taking one idea seriously enough to actually begin.Plus: creative confidence, relationship reality checks, brain fog, online scams and some very unexpected lightbulb moments.You don’t need perfect conditions. You just need to show up.Subscribe to Astro Talk wherever you get your podcasts so you never miss your weekly astrology forecast. And if you love the show, leave a rating or review and share the episode with someone who needs to hear it this week.#astrotalk #kateforster #astrology #weeklyastrology #astrologyforecast #horoscope #virgonewmoon #venusinscorpio #venusretrograde #uranusretrograde
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  The Week That Was: Sheep Heists, Sugar Babies & Practical F%cking Magic 03.09.2026 31mnt

  The Week That Was: Sheep Heists, Sugar Babies & Practical Fucking MagicKate and Tansy are limping towards the weekend, but thankfully the news has absolutely no intention of calming down.This week, the Practical Magic press tour has the girls ready to grow their hair to their arse cracks and embrace their witchy era, while reports that Kendall Jenner may be bankrolling Jacob Elordi spark an important investigation into one of society’s great double standards: why is a male gold digger apparently just a classic Australian man?Then things take a more serious turn as Kate and Tansy reflect on the death of former Bondi Rescue lifeguard and mental health advocate Matt Dee, and why sometimes the people doing the most checking in on everyone else are the ones we need to check on too.Elsewhere, 5,500 sheep worth $1.7 million have somehow disappeared from a Queensland property - launching an immediate investigation into what Kate is calling Paddock’s 11. There are questions. There are logistics. There may have been subcontracted border collies.Plus, they unpack the government’s $600 million crackdown on cocaine trafficking while women escaping domestic violence still face enormous waits for safe accommodation, before moving seamlessly into the truly pressing affairs of state: the absolutely cooked new US Dancing with the Stars cast.Practical fucking magic. Jacob Elordi’s alleged sugar-baby era. 5,500 missing sheep. Cocaine. Dancing with the Stars. Mormon Wives. Courtroom conspiracy theorists. Glee covers.Just another completely normal week.#TheBluntAndTheBeautiful #TheWeekThatWas #PracticalMagic #JacobElordi #KendallJenner #PopCulture #AustralianPodcast #KateForster #TansyGorman
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  Astro Talk: August 30th - September 6th 2026 29.08.2026 24mnt

  We have made it through the Pisces lunar eclipse, but theemotional dust may still be settling. This week begins quietly before theenergy shifts and we are asked to consider what comes next.Jupiter in Leo trine Saturn in Aries brings one of theyear’s most constructive transits, helping us turn a hopeful idea intosomething real. However, Mars square Saturn reminds us that delays are notalways rejection, and sometimes the plan simply needs adjusting.In this episode, Kate takes you through the astrology of 29August to 5 September, with practical guidance on what to lean into and what toavoid each day. Expect honest eclipse recovery, a return of motivation, aclearer plan and permission to go home when your nervous system has alreadyleft the building.
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  The Week That Was: Dolly, Dickheads & Jimmy Frank 27.08.2026 33mnt

  This week we farewell the absolute icon that was Dolly Parton, before moving seamlessly — and we use that word very loosely — into Vanity Fair’s questionable Best Dressed list, James Franco’s spectacular descent into vertical werewolf drama, and some AFL Mad Monday behaviour that has us asking, once again: are the men okay? We get into Richmond’s Mad Monday antics and the bigger conversation about footy culture, before ARIA’s ban on fully AI-generated music sends us down a rabbit hole involving robot sex music, AI slop and one deeply unfortunate sentence about a shaved pussy. Plus, we unpack the Jackie O and Kyle Sandilands court case, workplace bullying and what happens when bad behaviour becomes part of the brand. Dolly. Fashion crimes. Jimmy Frank. Pissing footballers. AI madness. Workplace bullies. Terrible segues.As Tansy so eloquently puts it: “This is the dumbest fucking episode.”She may be right.#TheBluntAndTheBeautiful #TheWeekThatWas #DollyParton #JamesFranco #AFL #RichmondFC #JackieO #KyleSandilands #PopCulture #AustralianPodcast #ComedyPodcast #CelebrityNews #CurrentAffairs
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  Astro Talk: August 23rd - 29th 2026 22.08.2026 24mnt

  This week on Astro Talk, we’re deep in the eclipse corridor and heading towards the Pisces lunar eclipse on 28 August, the final Pisces lunar eclipse in a story that has been unfolding since 2024, so let's look at what happens when people reveal themselves, or perhaps when we finally become willing to see what they’ve been showing us all along. We talk about the difference between empathy and evidence, why understanding somebody’s behaviour doesn’t mean you have to keep experiencing it, and why an old pattern returning around this eclipse doesn’t necessarily mean you’re going backwards.Mercury moves into Virgo and gives us the gimlet eye, helping us separate what actually happened from the elaborate story our brain has constructed around it. The Sun and Mercury squaring Uranus around the eclipse can bring sudden realisations, surprising conversations, and the urge to change something immediately.Plus, I take you through the astrology day by day with practical Do’s and Don’ts for working with each transit, including what to lean into, what to leave alone, and why the 32 minute voice note should probably remain in Drafts until the eclipse weather clears.#AstroTalk #Astrology #WeeklyAstrology #AstrologyPodcast #PiscesEclipse #LunarEclipse #EclipseSeason #VirgoSeason #MercuryInVirgo #Pisces #Horoscope #AstrologyForecast #KateForster #Spirituality #PersonalGrowth
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  The Week That Was: AFL Controversy, Hayden Panettiere, Lindsay Clancy & Taylor Swift’s Hair 20.08.2026 29mnt

  This week we've got AFL controversy, TikTok detectives, Taylor Swift's apparently newsworthy haircut, royal relocations, Elton John's KNEECAPS and a groom who outsourced his wedding vows to ChatGPT.So... another completely normal week.Come for the week's biggest stories.Stay for Elton John's kneecaps.✨ The Sydney Swans allegations and the conversation we're NOT having✨ Why true crime TikTok has gone way too far✨ Taylor Swift got a haircut... apparently this is breaking news✨ Are Harry and Meghan heading back to the UK?✨ Elton John's extraordinary kneecap accessory✨ Is "kinda chic" officially over?✨ Why wedding dress codes have become completely unhinged✨ The bride who realised her groom's vows were written by ChatGPT✨ Plus what Kate & Tansy are watching and listening to this week
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  Astro Talk: August 16th- 22nd 2026 15.08.2026 24mnt

  This week on Astro Talk, we’re coming out of eclipse intensity, but the sky isn’t exactly giving us the week off.We’ve got Mars square Neptune bringing foggy energy and energy vampires, a gorgeous Venus-Jupiter connection that could bring a little luck and opportunity, a Scorpio Moon pushing us towards a transformation we’ve been avoiding, and a Venus-Saturn reality check around relationships and where we’re giving too much.Then we finish with Virgo Season and a Capricorn Moon, giving us the cosmic kick up the arse we need to get organised and decide what we’re actually doing next.I’ll tell you exactly what to lean into, what to watch out for, and how to use the astrology of the week ahead.
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  The Week That Was: Brad Pitt, Fake Pregnancies & The Usher Clone Conspiracy 13.08.2026 27mnt

  Brad Pitt’s drinking again, Usher may or may not have a clone for his concerts, Anne Hathaway is apparently faking her pregnancy and Armie Hammer has found someone willing to hire him.Just another completely normal week on the internet.Plus: Robert Pattinson’s latest career move, why celebrity conspiracy theories have officially gone too far, and the very serious issue of Julie Andrews not returning for The Princess Diaries 3.Kate and Tansy unpack The Week That Was, the stories worth talking about, the ones absolutely nobody asked for, and the PR spin you’re probably meant to believe.
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  Astro Talk: August 9th - 15th 2026 08.08.2026 22mnt

  This week on Astro Talk, we’re heading towards the Leo Solar Eclipse and New Moon on 12 August. Mercury enters Leo, Mars moves into Cancer, and Venus gets tangled up with Pluto, Neptune and Uranus, bringing relationships, boundaries and desire into focus.We’re talking self-talk, old emotional pathways, confidence, creativity and the courage to be seen before you feel completely ready.Plus, Patreon members have journal prompts for every rising sign to work with the eclipse.
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  Astro Talk: August 1st - 8th 2026 08.08.2026 21mnt

  August begins with a powerful invitation to heal, simplify and prepare for what's next.This week, Chiron stations retrograde, encouraging us to see our wounds as sources of wisdom rather than something to fix. The Last Quarter Moon in Taurus helps us clear physical and emotional clutter before next week's Total Solar Eclipse in Leo, while Venus enters Libra brings more harmony to our relationships and reminds us to create more beauty and balance in our lives.It's a week to slow down, let go of what you've outgrown and make space for the next chapter.
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  Astro Talk: July 26th - 31st 2026 08.08.2026 23mnt

  This week is all about becoming the person your future is waiting for.Saturn begins its retrograde, inviting us to slow down and take an honest look at our habits, commitments and daily choices. Are they supporting the life you're trying to build, or keeping you anchored to the past?The Aquarius Full Moon then asks you to release an old identity and make space for what's next. We'll explore simple Full Moon rituals, Saturn retrograde practices, Abraham Hicks exercises and practical ways to work with the energy, so you leave this episode with more than just an understanding of the astrology. You'll have tools to put it into practice.If you've been wondering how to move forward, trust yourself more or create lasting change, this is the episode for you.
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  Astro Talk: July 19th - 25th 2026 08.08.2026 21mnt

  This week feels like a turning point. The astrology isn't asking us to work harder. It's asking us to become the version of ourselves who belongs in the future we're trying to create.The week begins with practical momentum as Mars and Saturn help us turn ideas into action. As the Moon moves through Libra, relationships, balance and the choices we make every day come into focus. Midweek, Jupiter forms a series of powerful aspects that expand what's possible while also exposing where we've outgrown old patterns. There may be moments where you're tempted to cling to the familiar, but this week's astrology reminds us that growth rarely feels comfortable at first.We'll also explore Barbault's Basket and why this period is encouraging us to step into a new chapter rather than replay old stories. It's a week for making thoughtful decisions, trusting your long-term vision and remembering that the future isn't something that happens to you. It's something you build through the choices you make today.Inside this week's Astro Talk, we'll unpack each transit, the collective themes, how they may show up in your own life, and the practical ways you can work with the energy rather than against it.
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  Astro Talk: July 12th - 18th 2026 08.08.2026 23mnt

  This week on Astro Talk, we're exploring one of the most important astrological moments of the Mercury Retrograde cycle, the Inferior Conjunction. Think of it as Mercury's New Moon, a chance to rewrite the stories you've been telling yourself about who you are and what is possible.We also dive into the Cancer New Moon, Venus square Uranus and the exciting long-term influence of Uranus sextile Neptune, looking at how these transits invite us to embrace change without losing ourselves.As always, I've included this week's worksheet and an Inferior Conjunction cheat sheet to help you work with the astrology in a practical way.
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  Astro Talk: July 6th - 13th 2026 08.08.2026 19mnt

  This week invites you to slow down before you move forward. Neptune begins its five-month retrograde, asking you to separate intuition from illusion, while Mercury Retrograde reaches its powerful Inferior Conjunction, bringing fresh insights and a chance to rewrite the story you've been telling yourself. We also move through the Last Quarter Moon and prepare for the Cancer New Moon, making this the perfect time to release what no longer feels like home and plant the seeds for your next chapter. Join me as we unpack the astrology, the psychology behind the transits, and the practical ways you can work with this week's energy.
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  Astro Talk: June 22nd - July 5th 2026 08.08.2026 19mnt

  This week, the cosmos slows us down before it speeds us up. With Mercury Retrograde beginning alongside a powerful Capricorn Full Moon, it's time to reflect on what's working, what isn't and what you're ready to leave behind. As Jupiter enters Leo for the first time in twelve years, a new chapter of creativity, joy and self-expression begins, while Mars and Uranus spark fresh ideas and bold action. Join Kate as she unpacks one of the biggest astrological weeks of the year with humour, practical wisdom and the reminder that sometimes looking back is the fastest way to move forward.
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  Astro Talk: June 21st - 28th 2026 08.08.2026 16mnt

  Solstice has just passed, and with it comes one of the most important questions of the year: are you still trying to live the life you planned, or are you willing to embrace the life you're actually living?This week, we explore the gap between expectation and reality, why so many of us struggle to let go of old plans, and how growth often begins when we stop negotiating with what is. As Cancer Season begins, the focus shifts towards home, belonging, emotional foundations and what truly sustains us. Along the way, we'll look at the stories we tell ourselves, the endings we may need to acknowledge, the lessons hidden inside disappointment and why the middle of any journey is often the hardest place to be.We'll also unpack this week's astrology, including the Sun entering Cancer, the Scorpio Moon's invitation to face uncomfortable truths, Venus and Saturn's reminder to invest in what lasts, and Mars entering Gemini, bringing fresh ideas, curiosity and new possibilities for the second half of the year.If you've been feeling stuck between who you thought you'd be and who you're becoming, this episode is for you.Patreon members can download this week's companion worksheet, The Life You Planned Versus The Life You're Living, a Winter Solstice reflection guide designed to help you take stock of the year so far, release what no longer fits and reconnect with what matters most as the light slowly begins to return.
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  Astro Talk: June 15th - 21st 2026 08.08.2026 19mnt

  This week is all about the stories we tell ourselves. Are you being paranoid or intuiitive? From surprise opportunities and intuitive breakthroughs to emotional triggers and relationship insights, the astrology invites us to pause before reacting and question whether our fears are telling the truth. As Cancer season begins, the focus shifts towards emotional wellbeing, boundaries, belonging and learning to ask for what you actually need. A thoughtful, practical week that reminds us not to let our worst thought run the meeting