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Say It With Your Chest with Tamara Meyer is the raw, unfiltered business podcast where 7–8 figure entrepreneurs, founders, and leaders share the truth behind success. No bullshit, no filters, just real talk on entrepreneurship, business growth, personal branding, leadership, storytelling, visibility, scaling companies, and relationships in business. If you’re ready to speak louder, lead stronger, and be unapologetically seen, this podcast will challenge, inspire, and fire you up to build your empire.

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August 19, 2026Episode 16811 min

7 Instagram Hacks That Actually Work in 2026 | SIWYC

In this podcast episode of Say It With Your Chest (SIWYC) , Tamara Meyer breaks down 7 Instagram hacks that actually work in 2026 and explains what service-based entrepreneurs need to focus on if they want more visibility, engagement, trust and conversions. Posting more content is not enough. If you want Instagram to help grow your business, you need to understand how your feed, Stories, Reels, audience engagement and personal brand work together. Tamara shares why your Instagram feed should act as your shopfront while your Stories create the connection that turns followers into potential clients. She also explains why chasing the “perfect” posting time can hold you back, how engaging before and after posting strengthens your content strategy, and why she believes Trial Reels deserve more attention than Instagram Lives. You’ll also hear the difference between polished talking-head content and more spontaneous “yap” content, how to use short-form B-roll without losing your originality, and why visibility without authority isn’t enough to build a strong personal brand . If you’re a female entrepreneur, coach, fitness professional, personal trainer or service-based business owner looking to improve your Instagram marketing, content creation and personal brand, this episode is packed with practical ideas you can start testing. Tamara Meyer brings her experience in business coaching, branding, marketing and coaching for service-based entrepreneurs to help you find your voice, build authority and become known for what you do best. Chapters 00:00 7 Instagram Hacks That Work in 2026 00:28 Hack #1: Why You Need Feed Posts AND Stories 02:23 Hack #2: Connection Creates Conversion 03:11 Hack #3: Stop Chasing the Perfect Posting Time 04:09 Hack #4: Trial Reels vs Instagram Lives 05:07 Introducing Empire Light 06:37 Hack #5: Talking-Head Videos vs “Yap” Content 08:19 Hack #6: Using Short-Form B-Roll Strategically 10:02 Hack #7: Build Authority AND Visibility 11:21 Final Thoughts and Owning Your Voice 📩 DM "SIWYC" on Instagram to⁠ @tamarameyercoach⁠ to get an exclusive offer for our listeners🎧 Please LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more business, branding, and content creation strategies! This really helps us reach more people and have more impact globally. #InstagramTips #InstagramGrowth #InstagramMarketing #ContentStrategy #PersonalBranding #BusinessCoaching #FemaleEntrepreneurs #ServiceBasedBusiness #TamaraMeyer #SIWYC

August 7, 2026Episode 16755 min

How Corruption Thrives in the Australian Government

Dave Hughes Gets Candid on Australian Politics, Tax, Business & Life | SIWYC Ep. 167 This podcast episode of Say It With Your Chest with Tamara Meyer welcomes Australian comedian Dave Hughes for a raw conversation about Australian politics, government spending, tax, small business, financial freedom, comedy, family and finding the confidence to use your voice. Dave opens up about why he has become increasingly vocal about Australian politics and shares his personal views on government spending, taxation, transparency and the pressure facing everyday Australians and small business owners. But this conversation goes far beyond politics. Dave reflects on growing up in a working-class family, learning to save money, building financial independence and developing the work ethic that helped shape his career across stand-up comedy, radio and television. He also speaks candidly about ADHD, ego, failure and what he has learnt from decades of performing in the public eye. Tamara and Dave explore what happens when you stop worrying about how other people perceive you and start speaking honestly about what you believe. From dealing with criticism online to letting go of the need to appear successful, this episode is a conversation about authenticity, resilience and owning your voice. For entrepreneurs, business owners and anyone navigating uncertainty, Dave also shares his perspective on staying grounded, taking pressure off yourself and remembering that success is about far more than money. Chapters 00:00 Episode preview 01:22 Dave Hughes joins Say It With Your Chest 02:16 Why Dave started speaking about Australian politics 04:18 Childhood memories, Stingray Bay and freedom 06:49 The future of Australian kids and financial independence 08:25 Hard work, business owners and economic pressure 11:32 Growing up with less, saving money and building wealth 13:13 ADHD, focus and ego 18:49 Learning to laugh at failure 19:14 Social media, freedom of speech and using your voice 22:51 Authenticity, public perception and staying present 24:50 Speaking publicly and dealing with backlash 26:06 Government spending and the public sector 30:20 Political promises, trust and why Dave spoke up 33:16 Dave’s ideas for government transparency 40:01 Financial pressure on Australian small businesses 41:39 Honesty online and dropping the success facade 44:40 Why other people’s opinions do not matter 46:02 Taking pressure off yourself and changing your perspective 48:10 What’s next for Dave Hughes? 50:22 Why laughter still matters 51:19 The legacy Dave wants to leave behind 53:11 60-second rapid fire 54:39 Final thoughts 📩 DM "SIWYC" on Instagram to⁠ @tamarameyercoach⁠ to get an exclusive offer for our listeners 🎧 Please LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more business, branding, and content creation strategies! This really helps us reach more people and have more impact globally. #DaveHughes #TamaraMeyer #SayItWithYourChest #AustralianPodcast #AustralianPolitics #SmallBusinessAustralia #BusinessCoaching #FemaleEntrepreneurs #BusinessCoachForWomen #Entrepreneurship

July 29, 2026Episode 16610 min

How to Turn One Story Into Endless Content

In Episode 166 of Say It With Your Chest, Tamara Meyer shares a deeply personal update about her endometriosis diagnosis, fertility journey and upcoming surgery.But this episode is about more than her diagnosis.Tamara uses her experience to demonstrate how one significant life event can become a powerful source of meaningful, relatable content. Instead of forcing ideas, copying trends or trying to constantly reinvent your message, you can unpack the stories you have already lived.Using her simple STORY Progression Framework, Tamara breaks down how to turn one personal experience or macro-topic into multiple pieces of content that connect with your audience and align with your brand.You’ll learn how to:• Break one large topic into multiple content themes• Explore the choices, challenges and mindsets within your story• Repurpose one message across reels, carousels and casual “yap content”• Stop overthinking your strategy and start executing consistently• Use audience data to understand which messages are landing00:00 – 01:17 — How to turn one personal story into multiple pieces of content.01:17 – 03:43 — Tamara shares a personal health update and the journey that led to answers.03:43 – 04:32 — Why your lived experiences can become your strongest content.04:32 – 08:07 — The STORY Progression Framework08:07 – 09:33 — How to stop overthinking and repurpose your content.09:33 – 10:39 — Using feedback and data to strengthen your message.📩 DM "SIWYC" on Instagram to⁠ @tamarameyercoach⁠ to get an exclusive offer for our listeners🎧 Please LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more business, branding, and content creation strategies! This really helps us reach more people and have more impact globally.#Endometriosis #EndometriosisAwareness #EndometriosisJourney #WomensHealth #ChronicPain #FertilityJourney #ContentStrategy #ContentCreation #ContentCreator #ContentIdeas #SocialMediaStrategy #SocialMediaTips #PersonalBrand #PersonalBranding #BrandStorytelling #Storytelling #BusinessStorytelling #AuthenticContent #ContentMarketing #DigitalMarketing #SocialMediaMarketing #instagramstrategy

July 24, 202612 min

Why 'I'm Still Healing' Is Killing Your Business | SWYC

Episode 165: 🎙️ Why 'I'm Still Healing' Is Killing Your Business | Say It With Your Chest with Tamara Meyer You don't need more healing. You need a backbone, a wake-up call, and a plan. I said it — and I'm not taking it back.This one's spicy and I'm not sorry. We went from toxic positivity to toxic "healing culture" in about five years flat, and now every female entrepreneur I know is stuck in the same loop: I'm just healing, I need more time, I can't show up yet. Meanwhile the business isn't building, the content isn't posting, and the excuse just keeps rotating.I'm not dismissing real struggle — I'm the queen of avoidance, I've had the darkest periods of my life this year and I'll say it on camera. But there's a difference between processing something and hiding behind it forever. If you've been "healing" for three years and nothing's moved — not your online business, not your sales, not your content strategy, not your personal brand — that's not healing. That's stalling.In this episode I break down the three things that actually shift you from stuck to moving: owning exactly where you're at (no spin, no filter), communicating it to the people who actually need to know (this is huge if you're scaling a service business and your team or clients are wondering why you've gone quiet), and being prepared for the fallout when you finally say the honest thing out loud. Some people will show up. Some won't. That's information, not failure.This is money mindset, business podcast, and mental health all crashing into each other in one conversation — because that's real life when you're trying to build an empire and stay a whole person at the same time.If you're a coach, a founder, or just someone who's been hiding behind "I'm healing" for way too long — this one's for you.Tam x👍 LIKE if this hit a nerve🔔 SUBSCRIBE for new episodes — we say the thing everyone's thinking💬 COMMENT: what landed for you?↗️ SHARE this with the woman in business who needs to hear it#SayItWithYourChest #womeninbusiness #businesspodcast

May 7, 202650 min

Emily O’Keeffe Reveals the One Thing That Built Her Success

Episode 164: 🎙️ Emily Jade O’Keeffe On Motherhood, IVF, Vulnerability & Owning Your Voice | Say It With Your Chest with Tamara Meyer In this podcast episode of Say It With Your Chest with Tamara Meyer, we sit down with the incredible Emily Jade O’Keeffe for a raw, emotional and powerful conversation about motherhood, identity, infertility, neurodivergence, marriage, media and what it really means to own your voice. Emily Jade O’Keeffe is known as a radio host, presenter, content creator and co-host of Move Over Mama , the podcast she created with her daughter to give teens a voice. In this episode, Tamara and Emily strip everything back and speak honestly about endometriosis, IVF, raising children, building a mother-daughter relationship, navigating public life, and finding courage through vulnerability. This conversation is for anyone who has walked through uncertainty, struggled with being seen, wanted to become a mum, rebuilt a relationship, or is learning to speak more openly and confidently in life and business. For those who follow Tamara Meyer for business coaching, coaching for service-based entrepreneurs, coaching for female entrepreneurs, coaching for fitness professionals and personal trainers, and business coach for women insights, this episode is a beautiful reminder that your story, your voice and your lived experience can become your greatest connection point. Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Emily Jade O’Keeffe 00:56 Tamara introduces Episode 164 02:38 Emily Jade joins Say It With Your Chest 04:45 Tamara opens up about endometriosis and wanting to become a mum 05:22 Creating Move Over Mama with her daughter 06:40 Social media, podcasting and giving young people better content 08:13 What Emily has learnt from working with her daughter 10:02 Endometriosis, IVF and fertility struggles 12:21 Emily’s career in radio, media and entertainment 14:12 Being open online and overcoming judgement 15:06 Courage, being liked and speaking honestly 16:30 Why sharing the real story builds deeper connection 17:24 Marriage separation, getting back together and neurodivergence 43:46 Vulnerability as a superpower 45:41 The IVF theme song and a powerful Disneyland story 47:28 Finding your voice and saying it with your chest 48:21 Where to find Emily Jade O’Keeffe and Move Over Mama 📩 DM "SIWYC" on Instagram to⁠ @tamarameyercoach⁠ to get an exclusive offer for our listeners🎧 Please LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more business, branding, and content creation strategies! This really helps us reach more people and have more impact globally. #SayItWithYourChest #TamaraMeyer #EmilyJadeOKeeffe #BusinessCoaching #FemaleEntrepreneurs #ServiceBasedEntrepreneurs #BusinessCoachForWomen #MoveOverMama #IVFJourney #EndometriosisAwareness #Motherhood #Vulnerability #OwnYourVoice

April 30, 202632 min

The ADHD Fight That Nearly Destroyed Our Relationship

Episode 163: Getting Spicy About Relationships, ADHD, Business & Intimacy | Say It With Your Chest with Tamara Meyer In this podcast episode of Say It With Your Chest , Tamara Meyer and Jordan get honest, unfiltered, and a little spicy as they open up about intimacy, ADHD, business stress, working together, and the realities of building a relationship behind the scenes. This episode goes beyond business coaching and dives into what really happens when love, entrepreneurship, neurodivergence, pressure, communication, and personal growth all collide. Tamara and Jordan share how stress, endometriosis, ADHD, and working together have impacted their relationship, while also unpacking the importance of vulnerability, kindness, identity shifts, and learning how to support each other better. For service-based entrepreneurs, female entrepreneurs, fitness professionals, personal trainers, and anyone navigating business and relationships, this episode is a raw reminder that growth is not always polished. Sometimes it is messy, funny, uncomfortable, and exactly what needs to be said. Chapters00:00 Spicy teaser00:48 We are back 01:10 The feedback: “you weren’t spicy enough” 02:14 Do we experiment with toys? 04:16 Why intimacy changed over time 05:18 Losing your drive, stress, and cortisol 06:09 Endometriosis, pain, and intimacy 08:04 Sex, hardship, and nearly breaking up 08:44 ADHD, reactivity, and emotional triggers 11:31 Dating with ADHD and neurodivergent dynamics 12:23 Working together as a couple in business 13:10 Getting the spice back 14:20 BDSM, babies, and relationship honesty 14:46 Kindness, connection, and being misunderstood 17:24 Tamara’s identity shift from fitness coaching to business coaching 21:45 Environment, routines, and working from home 30:06 Feeling excited for motherhood, business, and the next six months 30:32 Show Up and Speak Live message 📩 DM "SIWYC" on Instagram to⁠ @tamarameyercoach⁠ to get an exclusive offer for our listeners🎧 Please LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more business, branding, and content creation strategies! This really helps us reach more people and have more impact globally. #TamaraMeyer #SayItWithYourChest #BusinessCoaching #BusinessCoachForWomen #FemaleEntrepreneurs #ServiceBasedEntrepreneurs #FitnessBusinessCoach #PersonalTrainerBusiness #ADHDRelationships #EntrepreneurCouple #ContentCreation #BrandingStrategy

April 23, 202649 min

The Truth About Endometriosis, Body Image, and Chasing Your Dream

Episode 162: Brooke Lee on Body Confidence, Acting, PCOS and Endometriosis | Say It With Your Chest Podcast This podcast episode of Say It With Your Chest with Tamara Meyer features Brooke Lee in a powerful conversation about body confidence, body positivity, acting, chronic illness, and learning to own your voice in every season of life. Brooke opens with a bold statement on why we need more films with curvy women where the story is not centred on how they look. From there, Tamara and Brooke explore the deeper realities behind self-image, the pressure women face in the entertainment industry, and how your relationship with your body is never a straight line. Brooke also shares how confidence shifted for her over time, from being blissfully unaware as a child to questioning whether she needed to lose weight to succeed in acting. This episode also dives into Brooke’s experience with PCOS and the long road to diagnosis, the unspoken impact of body struggles, and the emotional truth behind living with endometriosis. You’ll also hear about the hidden side of being an introvert in public-facing spaces, intuitive acting, saying no to a major role that clashed with her wedding, and why trusting the universe has shaped the way Brooke says yes to life and creativity. If you’re a woman navigating identity, body image, ambition, health, or self-worth, this episode will make you feel seen. Chapters: 00:00 Brooke’s opening statement on curvy representation in film 01:01 Welcome to Say It With Your Chest 01:47 Why representation matters on screen 03:34 Authenticity, body image, and self-acceptance 05:13 Acting, weight pressure, and self-worth 06:37 PCOS, diagnosis, and body struggles 08:10 The most misunderstood thing about Brooke Lee 10:16 Intuitive acting and choosing aligned roles 11:17 Turning down a dream role for her wedding 14:03 Saying yes to opportunities and creative courage 15:47 The power of language and mindset 16:36 Endometriosis, surgery, and normalising pain 📩 DM "SIWYC" on Instagram to⁠ @tamarameyercoach⁠ to get an exclusive offer for our listeners 🎧 Please LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more business, branding, and content creation strategies! This really helps us reach more people and have more impact globally. #SayItWithYourChest #TamaraMeyer #BrookeLee #Podcast #BodyConfidence #BodyPositivity #PCOS #Endometriosis #WomenInFilm #Authenticity #FemaleEmpowerment #SelfWorth #CreativeWomen #ActingJourney #OwnYourVoice

April 16, 202627 min

In two years you won’t have a business!!!!

Episode 161: AI in the Workplace, Relationships and Staying Human | Say It With Your Chest Podcast This podcast episode of **Say It With Your Chest (SIWYC) with Tamara Meyer** gets real about AI in the workplace, the speed of change, and what it all means for business, relationships, and staying human in a world that is moving faster than ever. In this honest and hilarious Get It Off Your Chest episode, Tamara and Jordan unpack the obsession, fear, excitement, and tension around AI. From joking that AI might end their relationship, to deeper conversations about job displacement, entrepreneurship, business growth, and why human connection still matters, this is a raw chat for anyone trying to keep up with where the world is heading. They talk about what it feels like to be late to the AI wave, why so many people resist new technology, and how business owners can start using AI without losing their voice, values, or authenticity. This episode is especially relevant for entrepreneurs, service providers, fitness professionals, and women in business who want to stay ahead without becoming overly reliant on automation. If you are navigating business coaching, coaching for service-based entrepreneurs, coaching for female entrepreneurs, or looking for practical conversations around growth and innovation, this episode will give you plenty to think about. **Chapters** 00:00 AI is taking over... and causing relationship drama 00:45 Welcome to Get It Off Your Chest 01:18 Is AI becoming an obsession? 02:24 Why AI feels exciting and terrifying 03:01 Start now or risk being left behind 04:03 The productivity and business growth benefits of AI 05:19 Living with someone obsessed with AI 06:04 Why early adopters get ahead 07:00 Are we at the beginning of the AI curve? 07:44 Tokens, tools and the Tony Stark future 09:12 How beginners can start using AI 10:27 The risks of AI and why people feel uneasy 11:20 Getting help to set AI up properly 12:25 Old-school thinking vs staying current 14:08 Will AI replace jobs in the workplace? 15:22 Why human connection matters more than ever 16:20 Using AI without becoming lazy 17:26 Spotting what is real and what is AI 18:00 Building a business with personality and authenticity 25:18 Final thoughts and what is next for the series #SayItWithYourChest #Podcast #TamaraMeyer #AIintheWorkplace #BusinessCoaching #FemaleEntrepreneurs #ServiceBasedBusiness #FitnessProfessionals #PersonalTrainers #EntrepreneurMindset #AIforBusiness #HumanConnection 📩 DM "SIWYC" on Instagram to⁠ @tamarameyercoach⁠ to get an exclusive offer for our listeners 🎧 Please LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more business, branding, and content creation strategies! This really helps us reach more people and have more impact globally.

April 9, 202631 min

You’re Not “Authentic” You’re Performing for the Internet

Episode 160: Authenticity Online, AI Content and What It Really Means to Be Real | Say It With Your Chest Podcast This podcast episode of *Say It With Your Chest (SIWYC) with Tamara Meyer* dives into the hot topic of authenticity online, questioning whether people are truly being real or simply performing what they think will sell. Tamara is joined by her partner Jordan for the first *Get It Off Your Chest* episode, where they unpack the difference between genuine self-expression and polished, performative content in the age of AI. From scripted social media posts and AI-generated messaging to the pressure of appearing vulnerable for views, this conversation explores what authenticity really looks like in business, leadership and personal branding. Tamara shares why building a business as a woman, coach and leader means owning who you are unapologetically, not hiding behind trends, perfection or a carefully curated mask. They also get honest about vulnerability in marketing, the rise of AI-style content, and why true authenticity is about congruence between who you say you are and how you actually show up behind the scenes. This is a raw, bold and thought-provoking episode for service-based entrepreneurs, female business owners, fitness professionals and personal trainers who want to build a brand rooted in truth, impact and real connection. **Chapters** 00:00 Introduction 00:39 Welcome to the new Get It Off Your Chest series 01:18 Why Tamara started the podcast 01:48 Are people really authentic anymore? 03:00 AI content, scripts and spotting inauthenticity online 04:21 Authenticity versus polished performance 06:22 When high-quality content gets mistaken for AI 07:00 What true authenticity really means 08:05 Being real, raw and honest in business 09:04 Authenticity on camera versus behind the scenes 10:28 Vulnerability, fear and showing the truth 11:47 Is being raw becoming a content style? 13:18 Are some people using vulnerability to manipulate views? 14:39 Confidence, influence and using your voice online 15:48 Is it really not about the money? 16:38 Helping people, impact and honest business conversations #TamaraMeyer #SayItWithYourChest #Podcast #BusinessCoaching #FemaleEntrepreneurs #ServiceBasedBusiness #PersonalBranding #AuthenticityInBusiness #AIContent #FitnessProfessionals #PersonalTrainers #BusinessCoachForWomen 📩 DM "SIWYC" on Instagram to⁠ @tamarameyercoach⁠ to get an exclusive offer for our listeners 🎧 Please LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more business, branding, and content creation strategies! This really helps us reach more people and have more impact globally.

April 1, 202619 min

Outgrowing Friends? Here’s the Truth About Levelling Up Without Losing Yourself

Episode 159: Outgrowing Friendships and Losing People as You Level Up | Say It With Your Chest Podcast This podcast episode of *Say It With Your Chest with Tamara Meyer* dives into the emotional reality of outgrowing friendships as you level up in life, business, and personal growth. Tamara shares an honest conversation about friendship grief, silent endings, shifting dynamics, and what it means to stay true to yourself while building a life that reflects who you are becoming. In this episode, Tamara Meyer opens up about her own experience of moving from the dance world into the fitness space, and how that transition changed her friendship circles in ways that felt painful, confusing, and deeply personal. She unpacks why some people feel safer around the old version of you, how to process the grief of losing connections, and why growth can sometimes create distance in relationships. You’ll also hear practical advice on how to make new friends without abandoning your boundaries, values, or identity. From starting conversations in social settings to finding aligned communities, this episode is a powerful reminder that letting go can create space for better energy, deeper connection, and more supportive circles. Whether you are navigating personal change, building confidence, or growing your business, this conversation will help you trust that not everyone is meant to come with you, and that is okay. **Chapters** 00:00 Intro: outgrowing friendships and silent endings 00:43 What this episode will help you move through 01:41 Why friendship breakups can feel so painful 02:46 Tamara’s story: from dance to fitness and losing friends 06:13 Grief, forgiveness, and letting go 08:08 Why growth changes friendship dynamics 09:48 Communicating needs in healthy friendships 10:14 When people prefer the old version of you 11:10 Choosing yourself and ending people-pleasing 12:18 How to start making new friends 13:03 Putting yourself in new rooms and social settings 14:41 Simple ways to start new conversations 17:06 Permission to grieve and welcome new energy #TamaraMeyer #Podcast #SayItWithYourChest #FriendshipBreakups #OutgrowingFriendships #PersonalGrowth #SelfDevelopment #BusinessCoachForWomen #CoachingForFemaleEntrepreneurs #CoachingForServiceBasedEntrepreneurs #CoachingForFitnessProfessionals #PersonalTrainers 📩 DM "SIWYC" on Instagram to⁠ @tamarameyercoach⁠ to get an exclusive offer for our listeners 🎧 Please LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more business, branding, and content creation strategies! This really helps us reach more people and have more impact globally.