Another Bloody Podcast
Hosted by the ‘pad lady’ herself, Share the Dignity founder Rochelle Courtenay, you will hear raw and real stories from the recipients of kind donations, the changemakers who help spread the word, the volunteers who make it all possible, and the charity partners who join us on the journey. Hear how just one packet of period products, or one It’s in the Bag filled with essentials, can change someone’s world. Both side-splittingly funny and utterly heartbreaking, leave this podcast with goosebumps that’ll have you wanting to be part of the change to ensure menstrual equity here in Australia.
S1 E11 · Thu, March 27, 2025
Oscar’s Journey Navigating Periods and Identity as a Trans Man
Growing up, Oscar always knew he was different, but growing up trans came with challenges, especially when it came to managing periods. In this episode, he shares his journey of self-discovery, coming out, and navigating gender dysphoria. Joined by Share the Dignity’s founder Rochelle Courtenay, Oscar opens up about the importance of inclusive conversations around menstruation. Join us for an honest, insightful, and eye-opening conversation about breaking down stigma and ensuring dignity for all who bleed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bonus · Sun, March 16, 2025
Moments that Matter - Kath Koschell, how the Kindness Factory was born
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Bonus · Sun, March 09, 2025
Moments that Matter - Kath Koschell, moments of reflection
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Bonus · Sun, March 02, 2025
Moments that Matter - Kath Koschell, told she’d never walk again for the 2nd time
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S1 E10 · Thu, February 27, 2025
Darian survived childhood trauma and poverty, now she is changing lives
Taken from her mother at just eight years old, Darian’s childhood was filled with instability, neglect, and unimaginable hardship. Moving through countless foster homes, struggling to access basic necessities like period products, she fought through shame, poverty, and trauma to become a fierce advocate for change. Now a successful business owner, she ensures no one in her workplace faces the same struggles she did. In this raw and heartbreaking episode of Another Bloody Podcast, Darian shares her story of survival, resilience, and the power of providing dignity through access to period products. Darian embodies the reason why we ask you to donate each March and August to our Dignity Drives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bonus · Sun, February 23, 2025
Moments that Matter – Kath Koschell, ending up at rock bottom
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Bonus · Sun, February 02, 2025
Moments that Matter - Why Amy & her daughter recieved a bag
This is a short takeaway from the episode 'A story of survival; how it's in the bag helped Amy rebuild'. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E9 · Mon, January 27, 2025
How period shame led to stealing toilet paper
In this episode of Another Bloody Podcast, we hear from one of our incredible Share the Dignity volunteers, Stacey. Stacey opens up about her journey from surviving on rice and needing to create makeshift period products out of toilet paper, to rediscovering hope through the kindness of strangers. With heartfelt stories of resilience and the power of It's in the Bag, this episode shows how small acts of dignity can change lives. It’s a raw and inspiring conversation about what it means to stand together, support one another, and make a bloody big difference. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bonus · Sun, January 19, 2025
Moments that Matter - Amy on how she ended up in a domestic violence service
This is a short takeaway from the episode 'A story of survival; how it's in the bag helped Amy rebuild'. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bonus · Sun, January 12, 2025
Moments that Matter - Why 'it's in the bag' was a turning point in Amy's life
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Bonus · Sun, January 05, 2025
Moments that Matter - Therese on the importance of volunteering
This is a short takeaway from the episode 'Escaping violence and finding purpose by helping others'. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E8 · Fri, December 27, 2024
How Kath Koschel turned tragedy into triumph through kindness
What happens when life knocks you down not once, but twice? In this heartfelt episode of Another Bloody Podcast , Rochelle Courtney sits down with Kath Koschel, founder of the Kindness Factory, to share a deeply moving story of friendship, loss, and the power of kindness. Kath opens up about her journey from professional cricketer to facing life-changing injuries and unimaginable personal loss. Through resilience and love, she found purpose in inspiring one million acts of kindness. Together, Rochelle and Kath reflect on founding their charities, and have an honest and raw conversation about overcoming adversity, and the importance of connection and compassion. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bonus · Sun, December 22, 2024
Moments that Matter - Therese on her shocking domestic violence relationship
This is a short takeaway from the episode 'Escaping violence and finding purpose by helping others'. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bonus · Sun, December 15, 2024
Moments that Matter - Therese on how the death of her Mum impacted her
This is a short takeaway from the episode 'Escaping violence and finding purpose by helping others'. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bonus · Sun, December 08, 2024
Moments That Matter - The difference one It's in the Bag makes
This is a short takeaway from the episode 'How an It's in the Bag donation changed Kim's life.' See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bonus · Sun, December 01, 2024
Moments That Matter - Christian Hull hearing his impact
This is a short takeaway from the episode 'Myths Christian Hull believed about periods',. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E7 · Wed, November 27, 2024
How one bag filled with essentials can change a life
In this episode of Another Bloody Podcast, Rochelle Courtenay, founder of Share the Dignity, shares the powerful story behind the It’s in the Bag campaign. What began in 2015 as a small act of kindness in her local community has grown into a nationwide movement, delivering life-changing bags filled with essentials to those in need. Hear firsthand from It's in the Bag recipients how these thoughtfully donated bags restore dignity, hope, and self-worth to women and girls during their toughest times. Learn more about It’s in the Bag: https://www.sharethedignity.org.au/itsinthebag See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bonus · Sun, November 24, 2024
Moments That Matter - Dignity vending machines
This is a short takeaway from the episode 'Myths Christian Hull believed about periods'. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bonus · Sun, November 17, 2024
Moments That Matter - Enlightening conversations
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Bonus · Sun, November 10, 2024
Moments That Matter - Creating change
This is a short takeaway from the episode 'Overcoming trauma to changing the world.' See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bonus · Sun, November 03, 2024
Moments That Matter - Starting a charity
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S1 E6 · Sun, October 27, 2024
A story of survival, how It’s in the Bag helped Amy rebuild
Amy's story is one of strength and survival. From suspected poisonings to not being able to shower alone, it took a lot of courage for Amy to leave the domestic violence relationship and start anew. After fleeing, Amy and her daughter received an It's in the Bag each for Christmas that restored their faith in humanity. Here all about Amy's inspiring journey in this episode of Another Bloody Podcast with Share the Dignity founder Rochelle. Learn more about It's in the Bag: https://www.sharethedignity.org.au/itsinthebag See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bonus · Sun, October 20, 2024
Moments That Matter - Changing lives
This is a short takeaway from the episode 'Overcoming trauma to changing the world.' See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bonus · Sun, October 13, 2024
Moments That Matter - Be your own light 💡
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S1 E5 · Fri, September 27, 2024
Escaping violence and finding purpose by helping others
Share the Dignity's founder Rochelle Courtenay sits down with Therese, a dedicated Share the Dignity volunteer whose personal journey fuels her passion for ending period poverty. After losing her mother as a teenager and fleeing a violent marriage while pregnant, Therese found strength in helping others. Join us as she shares her inspiring story, her connection to Share the Dignity, and how she’s making a difference by giving back. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E4 · Tue, August 27, 2024
4. A deep dive into the shocking Bloody Big Survey statistics
In 2024 Share the Dignity conducted the Bloody Big Survey, which is now the world’s biggest body of data on menstruation. In this episode of Another Bloody Podcast, Share the Dignity founder, Rochelle Courtenay delves into the statistics that shocked her the most, why the survey needed to happen and how she was able to get 153,000+ responses. Along the way Rochelle shares some eye-opening stories directly from the survey respondents. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E3 · Sat, July 27, 2024
3. How an It’s in the Bag donation changed Kim’s life
Trauma has been a constant in Kim’s life as she battled an abusive home life as a child and domestic violence relationships as an adult. In this episode of Another Bloody Podcast, Kim shares her story with Share the Dignity founder Rochelle and talks about how an It’s in the Bag donation became a beacon of light and hope as she battled through her trauma. Learn more about It’s in the Bag: https://www.sharethedignity.org.au/itsinthebag Donate period products in March and August: https://www.sharethedignity.org.au/dignity-drives TRIGGER WARNING This episode contains conversations around childhood sexual assault, domestic violence, and sexual assault. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E2 · Thu, June 27, 2024
2. Myths Christian Hull believed about periods
Join Share the Dignity founder, Rochelle Courtenay and Australia’s favourite funny man, Christian Hull, on Another Bloody Podcast. Christian Hull has been a Share the Dignity ambassador since 2018 and has learnt A LOT about periods in the process. In this hilarious episode hear about all the myths and misconceptions Christian once believed about periods, along with plenty of warm and fuzzy moments. Tune in to learn why Christian passionately supports the charity despite never experiencing a period firsthand, and his favourite moments from the journey. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S1 E1 · Mon, May 27, 2024
1. Overcoming trauma to changing the world
In this first episode of Another Bloody Podcast, Rochelle Courtenay, aka Australia's 'pad lady', opens up about her past filled with family and domestic violence. She shares how the experience shaped her and led her on a journey towards self-acceptance which allowed her to start the Australian charity Share the Dignity. Starting a charity from scratch is no easy feat and Rochelle talks about the trials and tribulations that came with it. Despite the challenges, she remains dedicated to making a difference and helping those in need. Listen in to the podcast to hear Rochelle's raw and inspiring story of overcoming trauma and turning it into something positive. Visit sharethedignity.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Trailer · Thu, May 23, 2024
Welcome to Another Bloody Podcast by Share the Dignity
Hosted by the ‘pad lady’ herself, Share the Dignity founder Rochelle Courtenay, you will hear raw and real stories from the recipients of kind donations, the changemakers who help spread the word, the volunteers who make it all possible, and the charity partners who join us on the journey. Hear how just one packet of period products, or one It’s in the Bag filled with essentials, can change someone’s world. Both side-splittingly funny and utterly heartbreaking, leave this podcast with goosebumps that’ll have you wanting to be part of the change to ensure menstrual equity here in Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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