This week's episode of the Pick-Me-Up Podcast, brought to you by Listen Up Music and Audio Technica, features a surprise guest! In this episode, topics discussed include: The Songwriting Prize 2024 updatethe big questionwho are you?finding your people and storytellingAlmost, Mainethe importance of mental health and experiencesthe evolution of the podcast Our favourite games are played, with Top 3 Vibes and a ridiculous round of 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.

This week's mini episode of the Pick-Me-Up Podcast, brought to you by Listen Up Music and Audio Technica, is the second of Kate's Takes! Hear Kate give her take on a range of subjects from pineapple on pizza, to getting on the Croc train (or maybe not!). Kate also gives an update on The Songwriting Prize 2024 now that entries have closed.

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 301the tough year of 2022her new single and it's unlikely originsstruggling to put yourself firstlyrics or music firsther journey with anxiety and endometriosisthe 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.

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 questionhis upcoming album 'Family Ties'dealing with love and lossthe songwriting processmusic's magic in opening emotional doorsthose 3 minute speeches at schooldeep 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.

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 vibedisagreements on how songs come togetherthe adventure of recording their EPthe big question and managing mental health with the added pressure of social mediaaccessibility of mental health servicesupcoming 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.

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 datethe importance of creative arts in societyan insecurity that she'd like to overcomethe 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.

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 creativeworking with renowned producer, Audiusthe opportunities through JBL 'Be Heard'writers blocktheir 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.

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 schoolthe pros and cons of coffeemental health support in making the jump to working full-time in music a system for managing mental healthAcai bowlsacknowledging 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

This week Kate catches up with Grace and Aaron, from the incredible Joan and The Giants, to talk music, mental health and their upcoming support of Pink!

A warm welcome to the Pick-Me-Up Podcast, your new favourite weekly podcast hosted by Kate Gandy. Brought to you by Listen Up Music and Audio Technica.