Pretty Depressed is a fun and unfiltered interview series where I chat with some of the most successful and interesting people I know about life, work and finding balance. How these guests navigate their life, the entertainment industry, their mental wellbeing and their interactions with others is awe-inspiring. On top of all that, they are pretty bloody entertaining too!
The importance of fermentation and the connection between your food, your skin and your well-being.
I chat with the founder of The Beauty Chef Carla about her journey into clean beauty and where things are heading next!
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2/26/2024 • 21 minutes, 22 seconds
Heal your trauma heal your body with body whisperer Liz Letchford.
Liz is the founder of Body Church and breaks down the correlation between pain and your emotions.
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2/12/2024 • 32 minutes, 35 seconds
Miscarriage and Grief – Practical exercises
Kim talks to Hypnotherapist Bec about her miscarriage and Bec offers some practical exercises to use if you are spiraling or need to adjust your chemistry.
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1/5/2024 • 51 minutes, 57 seconds
Understanding your brain patterns with Bizzie Gold
We break down the different types of brain patterns and if we are rejection or abandonment mindset. I loved this chat and learnt so much. Bizzie is the creator of Break Method and I can’t wait to learn more! Enjoy.
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12/21/2023 • 38 minutes
The missing element with Astrologer Debra Silverman
Finding a shortcut to healing your mental health by combining your individual astrology chart and your elemental flaws and strengths. Fascinating!
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11/20/2023 • 38 minutes
The path to a more connected self with Pavel Stuchlik
I loved my with Pavel aka NOA/ANON. Hearing his story about his complete life transformation and how he is navigating life more connected to self and the universe is so inspiring.
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11/13/2023 • 45 minutes, 14 seconds
It’s all about Mindset – with Michelle
Michelle is one of my fave influencers and her mindset, zest for life and go getter attitude is something we can all learn from!
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10/30/2023 • 35 minutes, 42 seconds
C-sections, breathwork and ways to ground yourself.
Vanessa has dedicated a lot of her life to studying breathwork and now her career also includes supporting women who have had c-sections. I loved our chat and even learnt some great easy to follow breath work exercises myself.
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10/23/2023 • 33 minutes, 35 seconds
De-realization, de-personalization disorder?
Sinead talks to us about her rare disorder. De-realization, de-personalization disorder. We talk about the dangers, warning signs and how to keep symptoms at bay.
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10/18/2023 • 32 minutes, 43 seconds
Reading the Room, Honest communication and How to Create an Antifragile Marriage.
Candice is the type of woman you cannot pigeonhole. She is a former adult entertainment performer, an entrepreneur in the production and Web3 space, an organizer of spiritual retreats centered on psychedelics and wellness, a mother to two boys, a wife, and the podcast host of Chatting With Candice! And now, her mission is to inspire people to expand their curiosity, think independently, and not be afraid of our messiness.
10/9/2023 • 34 minutes, 13 seconds
Bright lights attract bugs.
I chat to Ryan from unseen alliance about learning to break down the lower ego and why it doesn’t serve you.
10/2/2023 • 46 minutes, 13 seconds
Guilt, shame and other habits that don’t serve you! With Dr Karin
We talk about how guilt and shame don’t serve you and prevent you from being fully conscious and our soul contracts! I loved this chat!
9/29/2023 • 39 minutes
A new book, changing laws and finding yourself with Shaneel
It’s hard not to feel inspired and proud when you talk to NZer of the year Shaneel. We break down what it's like to achieve such amazing success at a young age, burnout and drive! And… we both have the same curious brain visual!
9/6/2023 • 34 minutes, 43 seconds
Protecting your energy with a Soul Architect
I chat to Soul Architect Kim about how we can practicly protect our energy, find our flow and how to let go of things that no longer serve us or things we have outgrown. What an epic woman!
8/21/2023 • 38 minutes, 18 seconds
One of the most badass and lovely ladies I have had the pleasure to learn from!
I got to spend half an hour with phenomenal powerhouse Denise Lee, who was nominated as one of Well + Good’s 2021 Changemakers: With a strong drive to succeed and make a positive impact on the world, Denise left her family and moved halfway around the world, from Singapore to New York by herself to pursue her ambitions of turning her dreams into reality. Code : PRETTY20
7/23/2023 • 29 minutes, 24 seconds
The power of plants and keeping our female parts healthy!
I chat with herbalist and naturopath Amelia about the changes we can make to have healthier female anatomy.
7/23/2023 • 44 minutes, 50 seconds
Your Name is not Anxious Author Stephanie Dowrick
What a treat is was chatting to this incredibly accomplished woman about all she learnt while writing this book. We chat about the connection of the body to the brain and to the soul!
7/4/2023 • 43 minutes, 51 seconds
How hypnotherapy might be the key to unlocking your potential!
I chat with clinical hypnotherapist Bec about tapping in to the subconscious and how hypnotherapy can help alleviate stress and anxiety!
6/28/2023 • 51 minutes, 19 seconds
We chat about the mirror universe and what it means to be a new soul in an old body!
Alana is one of the most fascinating people have had the pleasure of chatting with. We break down what it means to create your own universe and how to play with life rather than be restrained by your own subconscious
6/21/2023 • 29 minutes, 42 seconds
The most impressive 20 something year old I have ever met! Chanelle breaks down some of the myths about Autism and ADHD
I chat with author and illustrator Chanelle Moriah about the inspiration behind her two books, I am Autistic, and This is ADHD?
6/12/2023 • 34 minutes, 29 seconds
Infertility explained, with Jasmyn Telfer
I chat with Jasmyn about her journey with infertility and some of the key misconceptions.
6/5/2023 • 37 minutes, 51 seconds
Meet Melissa, she’s making waves in the ocean and for women.
Melissa is pursuing her PHD in shark research and is breaking glass ceilings, we talk about some of the challenges she faces and how she is making a real difference in the world.
6/5/2023 • 36 minutes, 16 seconds
I chat with Donna, an expert in Spiritual Psychology.
Donna opened my eyes and I had so many great realizations during this chat about how I am standing in my own way. We talk about finding balance between masculine and feminine energy and how to let go of ego!
5/15/2023 • 51 minutes, 47 seconds
What is your body trying to tell you? Help yourself heal with Bianca Smeekes
We break down the physical symptoms that can occur when you are not in a great place mentally and learn to listen to the signs our body is giving us. I found this chat super helpful.
5/8/2023 • 31 minutes, 3 seconds
Advances in Science with Dr Khan
I chat to one of the best minds on the planet Dr Khan about stem cell research, tech and advances in overall wellbeing – plus some tips on changes you can make today to ensure you have better overall health!
5/1/2023 • 32 minutes, 31 seconds
We are totally “fine”
My fellow people pleasing / creative delight Frank Smith and I break down some of our most delightful and annoying attributes and what we are working on in therapy
4/24/2023 • 47 minutes, 5 seconds
The most dangerous type of Narcissist
Covert Narcissists are among the most dangerous to your overall well being. I team up with expert Caroline to break down how to spot them and how to break free from the abuse.
4/10/2023 • 51 minutes, 37 seconds
What everyone should know about breast cancer with Delaney
My amazing friend Delaney breaks down the process, what we should be looking for and the best things friends and family can do if they themselves are diagnosed or if you know someone walking through a caner journey. This was one of the most helpful and impactful chats I have had to date!
3/27/2023 • 37 minutes, 40 seconds
Inner Peace, childhood trauma and learning to receive
We break down what it means to heal childhood trauma and finding inner peace and unlocking some work I need to do on Masculine and Feminine energy.
3/20/2023 • 32 minutes, 4 seconds
She Moves – Meet the two women who are dedicated to helping mums
Renee and Jenna started SHE MOVES 6 years ago to help women on their fitness journey during and post pregnancy but what they have now built is so much more than just that – I talk to them about healthy dialogue, challenges and what mums really need.
3/13/2023 • 24 minutes, 20 seconds
A chat about feeling blue with my psychologist
I have been under the care of Gwendoline since 2019 and I adore her. Today we chat about relapsing, her new book ‘the book of feeling blue’ and share some great tips and tokens.
3/6/2023 • 39 minutes, 47 seconds
How To Slow Down with Spencer Crandall
Spencer is an amazing Country Music Artist and one of my best friends. We are both guilty of pushing ourselves to the point of burn out. Listen to what we are working on and how we are going to be healthier in 2023!
12/5/2022 • 38 minutes, 36 seconds
How to be Love(d) With Humble The Poet
We uncover some simple truths for going easy on yourself, how to snap out of victim mindset and the idea of chasing fun not success.
11/22/2022 • 44 minutes, 38 seconds
Big Risk, Big Reward and backing yourself with Sarah Nimptsch
Sarah walks us through her failures, successes and how she ensures she is always on track with her bigger picture
11/7/2022 • 40 minutes, 1 second
Why aren’t we taking advantage of the Great Job Boom and how can we create the life we really want with Jimi Hunt
According to Seek.co.nz Kiwis aren’t taking advantage of it. I wanted to dig deep in to perhaps why we aren’t great at pivoting, how we can embrace change and how can create the lives we have always wanted. Who better than Jimi Hunt to join me and break it all down!
11/1/2022 • 56 minutes, 58 seconds
Let’s get Raw
I chat to Margot and Rosa the Raw Sisters about their relationship with food, struggles and how to work with family!
10/12/2022 • 43 minutes, 28 seconds
Adapting and adjusting and being mates with exes, with Dom Harvey
Dom and I break down where we are at with our mental health journey, how we seek validation and what we are working on to be our best in this chapter.
10/11/2022 • 51 minutes, 1 second
Faith, family and flipping homes with Christina Dellar
We talk about the importance of core values, overwhelm and gratitude mixed in with loads of laughter
9/26/2022 • 29 minutes, 17 seconds
Overwhelm, Boundaries and hair transplants
I chat to the wonderful MAFS star Samuel Levi about life lessons and his journey with his recent hair transplant.
8/1/2022 • 37 minutes, 36 seconds
Energy, accountability and boundaries with Lyric
A beautiful heartfelt episode full of ways to take control of the energy you give and receive
7/26/2022 • 41 minutes, 22 seconds
Acupuncture and Mental Health
I chat to acupuncturist Raphie Rose about her journey and how acupuncture can help your physical and emotional wellbeing
5/3/2022 • 33 minutes, 28 seconds
Accountability and Wellness Coach Kristy Robertson–Newey
We talk about my need for accountability and how Kristy works with Women to achieve their body and health goals
4/14/2022 • 34 minutes, 29 seconds
Insight on teens from school counselor Laura Freeberg
Laura talks about some of the post covid difficulties facing teens and what we can do to be better at communicating with them.
3/31/2022 • 29 minutes, 34 seconds
Humility, drive and heart with Kiwi Boxer David Nyika
We talk about being humbled, focus and drive and how to keep moving forward.
3/28/2022 • 32 minutes, 13 seconds
Pretty Depressed with Chloe Swarbrick
Chloe is a New Zealand Politician and Entrepreneur. We talk about mental health, remaining curious, the impacts of work addiction and having a blobby brain.
9/2/2020 • 1 hour, 37 seconds
Pretty Depressed with Grace Palmer
Grace Palmer is a New Zealand Actress. We talk about feeling 'blah', talking to someone and the importance of having great people around you.
8/19/2020 • 1 hour, 12 minutes, 16 seconds
Pretty Depressed with Frankie Shaw
Frankie Shaw is an American Actress, Creator and Director. (SMILF, Mr. Robot) We talk about comparison, drugs, family and eating disorders.
8/5/2020 • 46 minutes, 52 seconds
Pretty Depressed with Jim Jefferies
Jim Jefferies is an Australian Comedian and Actor who shot to fame in the US following his bit about gun control. We talk comedy, depression and relationships.
8/5/2020 • 1 hour, 7 minutes, 36 seconds
Pretty Depressed with Adam Rose
Adam Rose (Carols Second Act, Merry Happy Whatever) is an American Actor. We talk about the fears of marriage, confidence and anxiety.
4/21/2020 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 42 seconds
Pretty Depressed with Utkarsh Ambudkar
Utkarsh Ambudkar (The Mindy Project, Pitch Perfect, White Famous) is an American Actor, Rapper and Comedian. We talk about learning to not care, feeling disheartened, addiction and finding joy.
4/14/2020 • 53 minutes, 35 seconds
Pretty Depressed with Dana Bowling
Dana Bowling (Danabowling.com) is an American acting coach and professional motivator. We talk about big pivots, believing in yourself and starting over.
4/7/2020 • 56 minutes, 23 seconds
Pretty Depressed with Tara Schuster
Tara Schuster (Author, Comedy Central Executive) is the Author of "Buy Yourself The Fucking Lilies" We talk about re-parenting, crying on the subway and how to rebuild your life.
3/31/2020 • 57 minutes, 45 seconds
Pretty Depressed with Eden Sher
Eden Sher (The Middle, Veronica Mars) is an American Actress. We talk Bipolar, heartbreak and medicating.
3/17/2020 • 49 minutes, 24 seconds
Pretty Depressed with Rhys Darby
Rhys Darby (Flight of the Concords, Jumanji) is a New Zealand Actor and Comedian. We talk Big Foot, Aliens and working hard.
3/10/2020 • 1 hour, 17 minutes, 48 seconds
Pretty Depressed with Maude Garrett
Maude Garrett (The Project, Geekbomb) is an Australian Host and nerd culture guru. We chat about sex, vulnerability and isolating.
2/25/2020 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 53 seconds
Pretty Depressed with Kevin Connolly
Kevin Connolly (Entourage, Notebook) is an American Actor and Director. We talk religion, fame, breakdowns and being patient.
2/18/2020 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 58 seconds
Kim Crossman Pretty Depressed - INTRO
Pretty Depressed is a fun and unfiltered interview series where I chat with some of the most successful and interesting people I know about life, work and finding balance. How these guests navigate their life, the entertainment industry, their mental wellbeing and their interactions with others is awe-inspiring. On top of all that, they are pretty bloody entertaining too!