Episodes
-
In this episode of Changing Lanes, Rachel and Susan sit down with Tess Holmes, content creator, makeup artist, marketer and mum of three.
Tess shares her journey from fitness and retail to makeup artistry, fashion marketing, e-commerce and working for herself again. She talks honestly about career change, burnout, mum guilt, people pleasing, creativity and the pressure to have one clear title or lane.
This episode is for any woman or mum who feels like her career no longer fits, is recovering from burnout, or is trying to work out what comes next without rushing the process.
In this episode, we cover:
Tess talks about her journey from fitness and retail into makeup artistry
Moving into fashion marketing and e-commerce
Juggling a demanding role with three young children
Burnout, people pleasing and the pressure to do 120%
Why Tess decided to work for herself again
How movement and Pilates support her mental clarity
Why she no longer feels the need to fit into one career lane
Tess’ advice for women in the middle of changing lanes
CONNECT WITH US
Tess Holmes → Tess Holmes (@tessholmes_makeup)
Changing Lanes Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/changinglanesthepodcast
Pilates Retreat Club Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pilatesretreatclub
The Pilates Retreat Club → https://www.thepilatesretreatclub.com.au
If you are a busy woman, mum, professional, business owner or someone quietly wondering what is next for you, subscribe to Changing Lanes for honest conversations, practical encouragement and real stories to help you navigate your next chapter with more clarity, confidence and support.
-
In this last episode of this mini series of Changing Lanes, Rachel and Susan wrap up their How to Stay Healthy When Life Is Busy mini series with a conversation about sleep, recovery and simple ways to reset.
This episode is not about needing a full weekend away or adding more to your already full plate. It is about small, everyday habits that can help you recover, regulate your energy and feel more like yourself when life is busy.
Rachel and Susan talk about why sleep is so important, how lack of sleep can affect cravings, workouts, hormones, stress and immunity, and why recovery often gets overlooked when we are trying to stay healthy.
In this episode, we cover:
Why sleep matters when life is busy
How lack of sleep can affect cravings, energy, stress and immunity
Why recovery is just as important as nutrition and exercise
Simple ways to reset without needing a full weekend away
How gratitude journaling can support your mood and sleep
Why writing things down can help clear your mind
The value of walking, fresh air and small daily resets
How fun, friendship and movement can help reduce stress
Why looking after yourself can be simple and realistic
CONNECT WITH US
Changing Lanes Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/changinglanesthepodcast
Pilates Retreat Club Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pilatesretreatclub
The Pilates Retreat Club → https://www.thepilatesretreatclub.com.au
Free Recipes Here → https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NmEHLeIJWxPDsyZQz1mXzuoMpy27WmBc/view
If you are a busy woman, mum, professional, business owner or someone quietly wondering how to look after yourself while life feels full, subscribe to Changing Lanes for honest conversations, practical encouragement and real stories to help you navigate your next chapter with more clarity, confidence and support.
-
Missing episodes?
-
In this mini episode of Changing Lanes, Rachel and Susan continue their How to Stay Healthy When Life Is Busy mini series with realistic exercise and movement tips for busy women and mums.
This episode is not about finding hours you do not have or forcing yourself into a perfect workout routine. It is about simple ways to move your body when life is full, whether that is walking, short workouts, movement at home or fitting exercise into the moments you already have.
This episode is for any busy woman or mum who wants to move more, feel better and look after her health without adding more pressure to her day.
In this episode, we cover:
Simple exercise tips for busy women and mums
Why walking wherever you can really does add up
How to fit movement into everyday moments
Why 10-minute workouts can still make a difference
Easy barre, mat and strength exercises you can do at home
How to move your body while cooking, watching TV or spending time with kids
Why exercise is not just about fitness or weight loss
How movement can support your energy, mood and mental clarity
Why something is better than nothing when life is busy
CONNECT WITH US
Changing Lanes Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/changinglanesthepodcast
Pilates Retreat Club Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pilatesretreatclub
The Pilates Retreat Club → https://www.thepilatesretreatclub.com.au
Free Recipes Here → https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NmEHLeIJWxPDsyZQz1mXzuoMpy27WmBc/view
If you are a busy woman, mum, professional, business owner or someone quietly wondering how to look after yourself while life feels full, subscribe to Changing Lanes for honest conversations, practical encouragement and real stories to help you navigate your next chapter with more clarity, confidence and support.
-
In this mini episode of Changing Lanes, Rachel and Susan kick off their How to Stay Healthy When Life Is Busy mini series with practical nutrition tips for busy women and mums.
This episode is not about perfect meal plans or making everything from scratch. It is about finding realistic, nutritious options that fit into real life, whether you are at home, at work, in the car or rushing between everything else.
This episode is for any busy woman or mum who wants to eat better, feel more energised and make healthy choices without adding more pressure to her day.
Recipes:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NmEHLeIJWxPDsyZQz1mXzuoMpy27WmBc/view?usp=sharing
In this episode, we cover:
Simple nutrition tips for busy women and mums
Quick breakfast, lunch and snack ideas
Grab-and-go options with protein, fats and fibre
Supermarket shortcuts that still support your health
Why meal prep does not have to be complicated
Easy ways to make extra food while you are already cooking
Air fryer meals, one-pan options and quick healthy recipes
How eating well can support your energy when life is busy
CONNECT WITH US
Changing Lanes Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/changinglanesthepodcast
Pilates Retreat Club Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pilatesretreatclub
The Pilates Retreat Club → https://www.thepilatesretreatclub.com.au
If you are a busy woman, mum, professional, business owner or someone quietly wondering how to look after yourself while life feels full, subscribe to Changing Lanes for honest conversations, practical encouragement and real stories to help you navigate your next chapter with more clarity, confidence and support.
-
In this episode of Changing Lanes, Rachel and Susan talk about what happens after you have worked out what you want and created some space for it in your life.
Because setting the goal is one thing, but actually taking the next step can feel like the most daunting part.
They also talk about why planning can feel safe, why fear of judgement can creep in when it is time to put something out into the world, and why the right support network can make such a difference when you are changing lanes.
In this episode, we cover:
What to do after you have set a goal
Why taking the first step can feel so daunting
How Rachel and Susan turned the podcast idea into action
Why you do not need to know everything before you begin
How to research the time, money and support your goal may need
Why the right people, courses, coaches or community can help you move forward
How to move from planning into action
Why fear, doubt and judgement can creep in when you start something new
The difference between taking a risk and taking a calculated risk
Why timing, life experience and support all matter when changing lanes
TIME & ENERGY AUDIT → https://changing-lanes.kit.com/9fc546110d
CONNECT WITH US
Changing Lanes Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/changinglanesthepodcastPilates Retreat Club Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pilatesretreatclubThe Pilates Retreat Club → https://www.thepilatesretreatclub.com.au
If you are a busy woman, mum, professional, business owner or someone quietly wondering what is next for you, subscribe to Changing Lanes for honest conversations, practical encouragement and real stories to help you navigate your next chapter with more clarity, confidence and support.
-
challenges busy women and working mums face: finding enough time for everything they want and need to do.
With 168 hours in a week, it can feel like there should be enough time. But once you account for sleep, paid work, motherhood, school runs, life admin, health, relationships and the unexpected curveballs that can throw everything off, those hours disappear quickly.
Rachel and Susan work through a simple time audit to look at where their weeks are really going. They also share practical ways to create more space, reduce decision fatigue and make time for the people, goals and experiences that matter most.
In this episode, we cover:
How to audit where your 168-hour week is really going
Whether your goals realistically fit your current time and capacity
How work, motherhood, life admin and the mental load compete for your attention
The difference between time with your family and genuine quality time
Why rest, fun and activities that energise you still need space
How decision fatigue and perfectionism can drain your capacity
Why asking for help and outsourcing can give you valuable time back
How meal planning, preparation and weekly organisation can simplify your life
Practical ways to make more room for your goals and what actually matters
TIME & ENERGY AUDIT → https://changing-lanes.kit.com/9fc546110d
CONNECT WITH US
Changing Lanes Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/changinglanesthepodcast
Pilates Retreat Club Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pilatesretreatclub
The Pilates Retreat Club → https://www.thepilatesretreatclub.com.au
If you are a busy woman, mum, professional, business owner or someone quietly wondering how to create more space for what matters, subscribe to Changing Lanes for honest conversations, practical encouragement and real stories to help you navigate your next chapter with more clarity, confidence and support.
-
In this episode of Changing Lanes, Rachel and Susan sit down to talk about the question so many women find themselves asking, even as grown-ups: what do I actually want to be when I grow up?
From childhood dreams of becoming a dolphin trainer and a garbage truck lady, to career paths in marketing, HR, medicine, fitness, nutrition and business, they reflect on how much can change as you grow, become a mum, build a life, and realise the things you once wanted may no longer fit.
This episode is for any woman who feels like she is in a season of change, questioning her career path, craving more flexibility, or trying to work out what her next chapter could look like.
In this episode, we cover:
What Rachel and Susan wanted to be when they were young
Why choosing a career path at 17 can feel impossible
How your goals can change as you grow, become a mum and move through different life seasons
Why the feeling behind the career can matter more than the job title
How motherhood can shift your values, priorities and version of success
The difference between setting goals and working out how you want life to feel
Rachel and Susan’s ideal day and what that revealed about what they really wanted
Why flexibility, freedom, structure and connection matter in different ways
How to reassess whether your current life still fits
What lights Rachel and Susan up in their work now
Why your lane does not have to stay the same forever
How experience can become an advantage when you are changing lanes
Why it is never too late to make a change or choose a new direction
TIME & ENERGY AUDIT → https://changing-lanes.kit.com/9fc546110d
CONNECT WITH US
Changing Lanes Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/changinglanesthepodcastPilates Retreat Club Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pilatesretreatclubThe Pilates Retreat Club → https://www.thepilatesretreatclub.com.au
If you are a busy woman, mum, professional, business owner or someone quietly wondering what is next for you, subscribe to Changing Lanes for honest conversations, practical encouragement and real stories to help you navigate your next chapter with more clarity, confidence and support.
-
In this episode of Changing Lanes, Susan steps into the interviewer’s seat to deep dive into Rachel’s story, who she is, what shaped her, and how her many lane changes led her to the life she has now.
Rachel shares what life looked like before Changing Lanes, from studying fashion, marketing, nutrition and journalism, to working in health, becoming a mum of three, opening Pilates studios and eventually making the decision to sell the business she had built.
This episode is for any woman who feels like the life, business or career she built no longer quite fits, but is not sure what comes next.
In this episode, we cover:
• Rachel’s story before Changing Lanes
• Motherhood, business and raising three kids
• Why Rachel has always loved learning, studying and exploring new paths
• Her early career ideas, from fashion design to marketing, medicine, fitness and nutrition
• How her different career pivots eventually started to make sense
• Starting a business from home while on maternity leave
• Building and running Pilates studios
• The decision to sell her business and step into a new chapter
• The self-doubt and emotion that came with letting go
• Why selling the studios helped Rachel create a more aligned life
• The messy middle of career change, motherhood and business
• Why your first version does not have to be perfect
• Rachel’s advice for women who know they want more
CONNECT WITH US
Changing Lanes Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/changinglanesthepodcast
Pilates Retreat Club Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pilatesretreatclub
The Pilates Retreat Club → https://www.thepilatesretreatclub.com.au
Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley Retreat → https://www.thepilatesretreatclub.com.au/barre-box-bubbles-yarravalley
If you are a busy woman, mum, professional, business owner or someone quietly wondering whether the life you built still fits, subscribe to Changing Lanes for honest conversations, practical encouragement and real stories to help you navigate your next chapter with more clarity, confidence and support.
-
For Women Who Know They Want More: Friendship, Business and Life Transitions
In the very first episode of Changing Lanes, Rachel and Susan sit down to share the story behind the podcast, their friendship, and the many lane changes that brought them here.
From Pilates studio owner and member, to instructor and manager, to buyer and seller, to business partners and now podcast co-hosts, their relationship has taken a few unexpected turns along the way.
They also share what “changing lanes” means to them, why it is never too late to start again or choose a new direction, and how this podcast became a space for honest conversations about life, growth, confidence and wanting more.
In this episode, we cover:
The story behind Changing Lanes
How Rachel and Susan’s friendship began
Their journey from Pilates studio owner and member to business partners
The unique dynamic of being friends, colleagues and co-founders
Why supportive female friendship matters when you are navigating change
How The Pilates Retreat Club helped inspire the podcast
What they learnt from listening to women’s stories on retreat
Why changing lanes can happen at any age or stage of life
The role of motherhood, business and passion in their own lane changes
Why taking the first step often feels scary, but worth it
What listeners can expect from future episodes
CONNECT WITH US
Changing Lanes Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/changinglanesthepodcast
Pilates Retreat Club Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pilatesretreatclub
The Pilates Retreat Club → https://www.thepilatesretreatclub.com.au
If you are a busy woman, mum, professional, business owner or someone quietly wondering what is next for you, subscribe to Changing Lanes for honest conversations, practical encouragement and real stories to help you navigate your next chapter with more clarity, confidence and support.
-
In this episode of Changing Lanes, Rachel steps into the interviewer’s seat to deep dive into Susan’s story, who she is, what shaped her, and how she changed careers at 38 before she felt fully ready.
Susan shares what life looked like before Pilates, from growing up in a big family, becoming a mum of three, working in corporate roles, studying different courses, bookkeeping from home and feeling like she was always searching for something more.
This episode is for any woman who feels like the life or career she built no longer quite fits, but is not sure where to begin.
In this episode, we cover:
• Susan’s story before Changing Lanes
• Growing up in a big family and her love of connection
• Motherhood, business and the juggle behind the scenes
• How her daughter’s Type 1 diabetes diagnosis shaped her view of health and wellbeing
• Feeling stuck in work that made sense, but did not light her up
• How Pilates became the turning point
• Changing careers at 38 and taking the first step before feeling ready
• Buying a Pilates studio and building businesses in her 40s
• Why it is never too late to change lanes, find purpose or start again
• Susan’s advice for women who know they want more
CONNECT WITH US
Changing Lanes Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/changinglanesthepodcast
Pilates Retreat Club Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/pilatesretreatclub
The Pilates Retreat Club → https://www.thepilatesretreatclub.com.au
Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley Retreat → https://www.thepilatesretreatclub.com.au/barre-box-bubbles-yarravalley
If you are a busy woman, mum, professional, business owner or someone quietly wondering whether it is too late to change careers, find purpose or start again, subscribe to Changing Lanes for honest conversations, practical encouragement and real stories to help you navigate your next chapter with more clarity, confidence and support.
-
Changing Lanes is a podcast for women and mums who know they want more and are ready to explore what comes next in life, business, career, health and motherhood.
Launching June 4, 2026.
