Spot Life Podcast

About Spot Life Podcast

The Spot Life Podcast is for Neuro-affirming parents, professionals, and anybody who wants to live a healthier, happier life! Kate Broderick is a mum of four, a Speech Pathologist and an Occupational Therapist whose experience and special interests include Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, ADHD, Autism, Orofacial Myology, Breathing and the mind-body connection. She'll be presenting a mix of short informative episodes and longer, interview-style chats with passionate and inspiring guests. The show will aim to educate and empower listeners, who will hopefully develop a deeper understanding of the relationship between things like muscle tone and breathing on physical and mental well being, cognitive development, learning and regulation. Join us for a celebration of neurodiversity that strives to see everybody live their best life!

Publisher

Kate Broderick

Category

health & fitness · kids & family

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

21 Oct 2020

Latest episode

23 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

35 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   23 Oct 2026

   Episode 34: Carer Self-Care & Navigating NDIS

   Episode 34 | Carer Self-Care and Navigating the NDIS with Kate Broderick and Jen Nathan Caring for someone you love can be incredibly rewarding, but it can also be exhausting, overwhelming and, at times, incredibly isolating. For parents and carers navigating the NDIS, there's often an additional layer of complexity. Understanding funding, preparing reports, advocating for support and trying to make sense of a system that doesn't always feel accessible can become a full-time job in itself. In this episode of The Spot Life Podcast, Kate Broderick is joined by Jen Nathan, founder of ASISTA, to explore the realities of unpaid caring, the challenges families face navigating the NDIS, and why supporting the wellbeing of carers needs to be taken seriously. Drawing on their professional and lived experiences, Kate and Jen discuss some of the common challenges families encounter, including understanding NDIS terminology, accessing appropriate funding, preparing documentation and managing the emotional load of ongoing advocacy. They also explore something they are both particularly passionate about: carer self-care as a necessity, rather than a luxury. When you're already stretched beyond capacity, being told to prioritise yourself can feel like just another demand. But Kate and Jen reflect on why recognising and responding to our own needs is so important, and why meaningful support for people with disability must also consider the wellbeing of those who care for them. This conversation is for parents, carers, professionals and anyone who wants to better understand the often unseen demands of caring. Connect with Jen Nathan Jen supports individuals and families navigating the NDIS, including understanding plans, preparing for meetings and accessing appropriate supports. Website: www.asista.com.au (http://www.asista.com.au/) Upcoming events at Spot Therapy Hub Parent & Carer Coffee Morning | Friday 30 October 2026 Join Kate and Jen at Spot Therapy Hub's Randwick clinic for our free monthly Parent & Carer Coffee Morning. Come along for a coffee, connect with other parents and carers, and have an opportunity to chat with Jen about navigating the NDIS. 9:00am–10:30am | Spot Therapy Hub, Randwick Everyone is welcome. RSVPs are appreciated for catering, but you're also welcome to drop in. RSVP: https://spot-therapy-hub.splose.com/public-form/8f94c790-b8bc-49ea-8b4a-9733dc44d266 Navigating the NDIS Workshop with Jen Nathan | Wednesday 18 November 2026 6:30pm–8:00pm | Spot Therapy Hub, Randwick Join Jen for a practical, informative workshop exploring how the NDIS operates, what makes effective supporting documentation, understanding plans and funding, and navigating changes to NDIS requirements. The workshop will be recorded, with ticket holders receiving access to the recording for 12 months. Booking details: https://www.neuroway.com.au/offers/2FYGTfp2 About The Spot Life Podcast Hosted by Kate Broderick, founder of Spot Therapy Hub and Neuroway, The Spot Life Podcast explores neurodiversity, disability, parenting, development and the experiences that shape our lives. Through conversations with professionals, people with lived experience and other thought-provoking guests, Kate shares insights that encourage curiosity, connection and a deeper understanding of ourselves and others.

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   15 Oct 2026

   Episode 33: Parenting from the Inside Out

   Parenting From the Inside Out What if one of the most powerful ways to support our children is to better understand ourselves? In this episode of The Spot Life Podcast, Kate Broderick is joined by counsellor Lauren Evans to explore Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, nervous system safety, and the transformative power of parent coaching. Together, they discuss what it means to parent from the inside out: learning to recognise when we're activated, understanding our own emotional responses, and finding opportunities to pause before responding to our children's distress. With more than two decades of experience each supporting children and families, Kate and Lauren reflect on why working with parents has become such a significant part of their clinical practice, and how supporting the adults around a child can create meaningful change for the whole family. This conversation isn't about becoming a perfectly regulated parent or learning how to fix your child. It's about developing greater self-awareness, curiosity and compassion, so we can respond with more intention, strengthen connection and create greater emotional safety in our relationships. An episode for parents, carers and clinicians who recognise that supporting children often starts with supporting the people who care for them. Connect with Lauren Evans Website: www.laurenevanscounselling.com.au (http://www.laurenevanscounselling.com.au/)

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   20 Feb 2026

   Episode 32: Neurodivergent Lived Experience & Pregnancy

   Join this honest conversation with two neurodivergent founders, Occupational Therapists and mums, Kate Broderick and Claire Britton, as they explore pregnancy through a neurodivergent lens. When they realised they were both pregnant at the same time, it felt like the perfect moment to talk about something that assumed to be a universal experience for all women - pregnancy. However, as Kate & Claire discuss, pregnancy for neurodivergent women often comes with unique challenges, ranging from sensory shifts to systemic barriers & shortcomings. That being said, motherhood for ND women can also be a source of profound joy - something they also strive to highlight. This episode centres lived experience, validation and visibility. We hope neurodivergent women, partners and allies feel encouraged to trust their instincts, self advocate and celebrate. Claire Britton: www.neuroinclusion.com.au (http://www.neuroinclusion.com.au/) @neuroinclusion @claire.neuroinclusion Kate Broderick: www.spottherapyhub.com.au (http://www.spottherapyhub.com.au/) @spottherapyhub www.neuroway.com.au (http://www.neuroway.com.au/) @neuroway.learning www.katebroderick.com.au (http://www.katebroderick.com.au/) @katebroderick.official

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