She looks normal… but she’s not.

And that’s exactly the point.

In Episode 8 of The Offstage Life, we sit down with Jess — someone who might seem like your everyday person… until you start peeling back the layers.

From Disney classics and punk music to tarot cards, spirituality, taxidermy art, and some of the most unexpected hobbies you’ll ever hear — this episode dives into what everyday people are really like.

This is what our podcast is all about:

🎙️ The lives people don’t show

🎙️ The identities beneath the surface

🎙️ And why the most interesting people aren’t always the ones on stage

If you’ve ever felt like there’s more to you than what people see — this episode is for you.

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🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & more

📲 Follow us on Instagram: @theoffstagelife

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⏱️ TIMESTAMPS

00:00 – She looks normal…

00:15 – Meet Jess

02:10 – Music that shaped her (Disney to punk)

06:30 – Feeling like the “overlooked” girl

10:20 – How music connects people

14:00 – Identity vs how people see you

18:30 – Dopamine dressing & self-expression

23:10 – Creative hobbies & bug art

28:40 – The bug wall reveal 😳

32:30 – Spirituality, tarot & intuition

40:15 – Live tarot reading on the podcast

52:10 – The truth about repeating patterns

58:00 – A message for listeners

01:02:30 – Taxidermy, oddities & creative expression

01:10:45 – The tooth fairy story (yes… really)

01:18:00 – Crystals & energy explained

01:25:20 – Ending cycles & new beginnings

01:30:00 – Music that still hits today

01:35:00 – Final thoughts

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What happens when you finally get a weekend off… and realise you don’t know how to relax?

In this episode of The Offstage Life Podcast, we dive into what it’s actually like to slow down when you’re used to living a busy, chaotic life.

With Kate having a rare break from gigging, we found ourselves navigating a “normal” weekend — and quickly realised that switching off isn’t as easy as it sounds.

From falling asleep on the lounge after one whisky, to exploring the Camden Show, to wandering through Newtown soaking up the creativity, this episode is a mix of funny, honest, and unexpectedly deep reflections on rest, routine, and identity.

We talk about the guilt that can come with doing nothing, why relaxing feels like a skill you have to learn, and how easy it is to forget to actually enjoy life outside of work, gigs, and constant productivity.

We also cover:

• What a “normal weekend” looks like for us

• Why musicians (and busy people) struggle to switch off

• The mental shift of not gigging

• Camden Show chaos and country Australia

• Dance performance trauma (yes… really)

• Newtown adventures, street art, and inspiration

• Why changing your routine can reset your mindset

• Reducing plastic and small lifestyle changes

• And… meet Pablo 🦜 our new podcast mascot

We’re also introducing a new segment: Pablo’s Questions — where YOU send in questions for us to answer in upcoming episodes.

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📲 Get involved

Follow us on Instagram: @the_offstagelife_podcast

Keep an eye on our stories to submit your questions for Pablo’s segment 👀

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🔔 Listen & Watch

Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts & more.

Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and follow so you never miss an episode.

Chapters

• 00:00 The Hectic Life
• 05:23 The Art of Relaxation
• 10:02 The Camden Show Experience
• 29:50 Pablo's Segment

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Most couples turn off their show for a week, but we’re shaking things up with a hilarious, unfiltered get-to-know-your-hosts episode—no prep, just fun, facts, and surprises.

If you love candid chats, spontaneous stories, and discovering the real personality behind the podcast, this is a must-listen.

Discover Our Favorites: Comfort foods, childhood dreams, and quirky talents.

Embarrassing Moments: Work stories and the weirdest jobs we almost took.

Music Memories: From first concerts (hello, Foo Fighters!) to songs that teleport us back to teenage nostalgia.

Dream Interviews: Artists like Tones and I, G Flip, and global icons like Oprah or Barack Obama.

True Passions: Habits, pet peeves, and who’s more organized or emotional.

Why does this matter? Because understanding the hosts behind the mic makes the stories even more meaningful—and reminds us all that we're just ordinary people with extraordinary stories. If you're craving an episode full of humor, surprising revelations, and genuine connection, hit play—you won’t want to miss it.

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction and Break Announcement
• 06:25 Dream Artists, Music Genres, and Best Gig Ever
• 13:20 Useless Talent, Surprising Facts, and Pet Peeves
• 20:53 Childhood Aspirations, Proud Achievements, and Personal Preferences

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