Pick-Me-Up Podcast

Ep 12: The Gill-Swift Duet (feat. Chloe Gill)

This week's episode of the Pick-Me-Up Podcast, brought to you by Listen Up Music and Audio Technica, features Newcastle-based pop, rock, genre non-conformist songwriter, Chloe Gill.
Kate and Chloe discuss:
winning The Songwriting Prize 2023 and recording at Studios 301
the tough year of 2022
her new single and it's unlikely origins
struggling to put yourself first
lyrics or music first
her journey with anxiety and endometriosis
the family of Listen Up Music
Chloe also ponders her Top 3 favourite smells and plays our favourite game; Scenarios.
If any part of the podcast brings up tough emotions for you, there are resources on the Listen Up Music website. If you need any further support, at any time, please contact Lifeline on 13 11 14.

Ep 11: Fairytale Curse (feat. Ash Morse)

This week's episode of the Pick-Me-Up Podcast, brought to you by Listen Up Music and Audio Technica, features Sydney-based songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and The Songwriting Prize alumni, Ash Morse.
Kate and Ash discuss:
the big question
his upcoming album 'Family Ties'
dealing with love and loss
the songwriting process
music's magic in opening emotional doors
those 3 minute speeches at school
deep emotional change
Ash also ponders his Top 3 things that calm him and plays our favourite game; Scenarios.
If any part of the podcast brings up tough emotions for you, there are resources on the Listen Up Music website. If you need any further support, at any time, please contact Lifeline on 13 11 14.

Ep 10: New Members of The Avengers (feat. Day Release)

This week's episode of the Pick-Me-Up Podcast, brought to you by Listen Up Music and Audio Technica, features 5-piece Alt-Rock band, Day Release.
Kate, Max, Isaak, Louis and Jimmy discuss:
the Day Release vibe
disagreements on how songs come together
the adventure of recording their EP
the big question and managing mental health with the added pressure of social media
accessibility of mental health services
upcoming music and gigs
They also ponder their collective Top 3 Disney Princesses, and of course they play our favourite game; Scenarios.
If any part of the podcast brings up tough emotions for you, there are resources on the Listen Up Music website. If you need any further support, at any time, please contact Lifeline on 13 11 14.

Ep 9: Kate's Takes

This week's mini episode of the Pick-Me-Up Podcast, brought to you by Listen Up Music and Audio Technica, is the first of Kate's Takes!
Kate gives her take on:
her favourite place for a solo date
the importance of creative arts in society
an insecurity that she'd like to overcome
the cookie croissant
She also gives an update on The Songwriting Prize 2024, and reveals the next four guests coming on the show!
If any part of the podcast brings up tough emotions for you, there are resources on the Listen Up Music website. If you need any further support, at any time, please contact Lifeline on 13 11 14.

Ep 8: Last Bowl Of Pasta (feat. ATHANASIA)

This week's episode of the Pick-Me-Up Podcast, brought to you by Listen Up Music and Audio Technica, features Soul/Pop/Disco songwriter, and producer, ATHANASIA.
Kate and ATHANASIA discuss:
juggling a variety of jobs to stay creative
working with renowned producer, Audius
the opportunities through JBL 'Be Heard'
writers block
their mutual love of good food
They also ponder their three favourite birthday presents, and play our favourite game; Scenarios.
If any part of the podcast brings up tough emotions for you, there are resources on the Listen Up Music website. If you need any further support, at any time, please contact Lifeline on 13 11 14.

Ep 7: Amazing Food Next Door (feat. EDY)

This week's episode of the Pick-Me-Up Podcast, brought to you by Listen Up Music and Audio Technica, features New Zealand-based Producer, Engineer and Music Manager, EDY.
Kate and EDY discuss:
experiences teaching music in high school
the pros and cons of coffee
mental health support in making the jump to working full-time in music
a system for managing mental health
Acai bowls
acknowledging issues
They also ponder three famous people to have dinner with, and play our favourite game; Scenarios.
If any part of the podcast brings up tough emotions for you, there are resources on the Listen Up Music website. If you need any further support, at any time, please contact Lifeline on 13 11 14.

Ep 6: Kate's Journal - Part 2

This week's episode of the Pick-Me-Up Podcast, brought to you by Listen Up Music and Audio Technica, is the second part of Kate's first journal entry.
Kate explores the fascinating nuances of attachment theory, runs through her Top 3 musical influences, talks about the effects of social media on body image, and plays our favourite game; Scenarios
If any part of the podcast brings up tough emotions for you, there are resources on the Listen Up Music website. If you need any further support, at any time, please contact Lifeline on 13 11 14.

Ep 5: Kate's Journal - Part 1

This week's episode of the Pick-Me-Up Podcast, brought to you by Listen Up Music and Audio Technica, is Kate's first journal entry.
Kate muses on the Jonas Brothers, morning vs. evening exercise, new playlist additions, her dog Frankie, and introduces you to her Top 3 items of memorabilia.
If any part of the podcast brings up tough emotions for you, there are resources on the Listen Up Music website. If you need any further support, at any time, please contact Lifeline on 13 11 14.

Ep 4: When Puppies Sleep (feat. Sophie Patrick from Betty Taylor)

Kate is joined this week by Sophie Patrick from the awesome band Betty Taylor.
Betty Taylor can be described as the friend that holds your hand after your hearts been broken. With catchy Indie hooks paired with honest poignant lyrics, Betty Taylor is serving up their own distinctive Daydream indie sound. Band members Sophie Patrick (Front woman) Kayla Smart (Lead guitarist) Claire Chittick (Bass) & Katie Ishaque (Drums), together are equal parts power and grace.
Betty Taylor’s unforgettable, often cheeky and beautiful live show has carried them onto stages, playing alongside the likes of Girl in Red, Pacific Avenue, Teenage dads & The Terrys just to name a few. Fast garnering a base of supportive music lovers, Betty Taylor are following in the tracks of artists like Middle Kids, Julia Jacklin and Ruby Fields.
If this episode brought up tough emotions for you, remember you can contact Lifeline on 13 11 14, or for more resources related to the music industry head to the Listen Up Music website.

Ep 3: A Solitary Pea (feat. Ali Taylor from Listen Up Music)

Kate is joined this week by CEO of Listen Up Music, Ali Taylor. They talk about the "big question", the origins of the award-winning mental health music charity, The Songwriting Prize and play the obligatory game of Scenarios!
If you need support remember you can contact Lifeline on 13 11 14, or for more resources related to the music industry head to the Listen Up Music website.