Life doesn't always follow the script we imagine.In this episode of the Awkwardly Yours Podcast, there are two Mons on the couch sharing stories that are awkward, weird, wonderful, and completely unexpected.From spending her younger years living carefree in Japan as an English teacher and hostess, to returning home decades later to help care for her mum through cancer treatment, our guest reflects on the dramatic twists life can take. This is an honest conversation about family, resilience, love, and navigating life's unexpected turns because even in our hardest moments, life has a way of serving up the awkward. Imagine being told that the medicine you have to give your Mum means getting up close and personal like you never thought. Can you she do it? Of course, it's her Mum! But that doesn't change the fact that it is somewhat... awkward.Join us as we laugh our way through cultural mishaps in Japan before diving into one of the most unexpectedly awkward moments of her mum's cancer journey... a story that will have you laughing, cringing, and appreciating the humour that can exist even in life's toughest seasons.❤️ If this story resonates with you, we'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments.🎙️ *Subscribe to Awkwardly Yours* for more authentic conversations, unexpected stories, and the beautifully awkward moments that make us human.#AwkwardlyYoursPodcast #LifeStories #CancerJourney #Japan #Family #Resilience #Storytelling #Podcast #AustralianPodcast #AwkwardMoments

Some of life's most awkward moments begin with the things we don't talk about.In this episode of the Awkwardly Yours Podcast, we're joined by an incredible guest who shares her deeply personal journey of living with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD).From receiving her diagnosis to learning how to navigate relationships, emotions, and everyday life, she speaks with honesty, courage, and humour about a condition that is often misunderstood.Together, we explore how BPD can create awkward, challenging, and sometimes unexpectedly funny moments, and why talking about mental health openly helps break down stigma.This conversation is raw, compassionate, and filled with hope. Whether you live with BPD, know someone who does, or simply want to understand it better, we hope it leaves you feeling more informed and more connected. Amber shares information about the types of therapy she has tried and what works for her.❤️ If this episode resonates with you, we'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments. Please remember to keep discussions kind and respectful.🎙️ Subscribe to Awkwardly Yours for authentic conversations, unexpected stories, and the beautifully awkward moments that make us human.#AwkwardlyYoursPodcast #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #BPD #MentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #EndTheStigma #Podcast #RealConversations #AustralianPodcast #AwkwardMoments

This episode of the Awkwardly Yours Podcast is a hilarious deep dive into medical mishaps and travel dramas. Join Mon and her guest, Matt, as they share their most cringeworthy stories from the professional and personal world.From Matt’s chaotic 17-year stint as a flight attendant, including a sleep-aid-induced "spectacle" in a Frankfurt restaurant to Mon’s embarrassing emergency room visit involving a chicken bone and a bizarre game of "tong tag," this episode is all about the relatable, awkward moments that connect us all. Plus, they read a jaw-dropping listener story about an A&E mix-up that will make you double-check your name at your next doctor's appointment.In this episode, we discuss:The "Stage Name" Search: How Matt spent weeks calling every "del Montague" in the phone book to find Mon.Frankfurt Follies: What happens when you mix a sleep aid with a hotel gift bottle of red wine before a crew dinner.ER Etiquette: Why playing "tong tag" is a bad idea and why swallowing a chicken bone is the ultimate dinner party conversation killer.The Wrong Patient: A listener’s painful and awkward experience with a hospital procedure meant for someone else.Subscribe for more awkward stories every week!#AwkwardMoments. #FunnyStories #Storytime. #EmbarrassingStories. #CringeComedy#RealConversations #HonestTalk. #LaughOutLoud. #Relatable. #AwkwardlyYours#AwkwardlyYoursPodcast. #AustralianPodcast. #WomenWhoPodcast. #CreativeLife. #Podcast. #Podcaster. #PodcastLife. #NewPodcast #tongtag #holiday #flightattendant #chickenbone #delmontague

Ever had one of those moments where you wish the ground would just swallow you whole?What was supposed to be a relaxing Balinese massage turned into one of the most awkward experiences of Dari's life... and yes, it somehow managed to get even worse.In this episode of Awkwardly Yours, I share the hilariously uncomfortable story that still makes me cringe years later. Along the way we chat about travel mishaps, cultural misunderstandings, the things no one prepares you for overseas, and why the funniest stories are usually the ones we'd rather forget.If you've ever accidentally embarrassed yourself in public, travelled overseas, or found yourself trapped in a situation where there was simply no graceful exit, this one's for you.Grab a cuppa, get comfy, and let's embrace the awkward together.#AwkwardMoments. #FunnyStories #Storytime. #EmbarrassingStories. #CringeComedy#RealConversations #HonestTalk. #LaughOutLoud. #Relatable. #AwkwardlyYours#AwkwardlyYoursPodcast. #AustralianPodcast. #WomenWhoPodcast. #CreativeLife. #Podcast. #Podcaster. #PodcastLife. #NewPodcast

🎭 Ever wondered what really happens behind the scenes of live theatre?From surprise nosebleeds and near knock-outs to wardrobe malfunctions and moments that leave performers desperately trying to keep a straight face, we're sharing the funniest and most unforgettable stage disasters we've experienced.Grab a cuppa, settle in, and enjoy another episode of Awkwardly Yours.In this episodeFunny theatre storiesLive performance mishapsBehind-the-scenes acting storiesStage frightWardrobe malfunctionsWhat audiences never seeSubscribe for more awkward stories every week!#AwkwardMoments. #FunnyStories #Storytime. #EmbarrassingStories. #CringeComedy#RealConversations #HonestTalk. #LaughOutLoud. #Relatable. #AwkwardlyYours#AwkwardlyYoursPodcast. #AustralianPodcast. #WomenWhoPodcast. #CreativeLife. #Podcast. #Podcaster. #PodcastLife. #NewPodcast