Performance Intelligence

Craig Harper is obsessed with human behaviour and over the past 4 decades has worn multiple hats including Exercise Scientist, Personal Trainer, Best-Selling Author, Corporate Speaker, University Lecturer, AFL Strength & Conditioning Coach, Business Owner, and self-proclaimed Bogan. He is host of the wildly successful podcast ‘The You Project’ and speaks at over 100 corporate events every year...

In this Bite Size from episode #84 Tour De Cure founder Geoff Coombes looks back at why leaving a workplace that while lucrative didn’t hold any purpose for him was the catalyst to setting up one of Australia’s biggest charities.   Geoff also talks about some of what they thought were outlandish early goals they had for Tour De Cure and how it managed to smash through them in record time. To find...

Ciaran Gribbin is a Grammy-nominated songwriter, performer, and former frontman of INXS. He’s worked with Madonna, U2, Snow Patrol , and performed for audiences around the world. But this episode goes far deeper than rock and roll. In this episode Andrew and Ciaran discuss: 4:40 When Ciaran realised the power of music, the song Ciaran wrote as a 6 year old and Ciaran’s story of playing a gig for t...

In this Bite Size from episode #56 former England cricketer Jeremy Snape shares his story of getting into the English cricket team and how he used some immersive training to mentally prepare himself to bowl against some of the world’s best which worked, but he didn’t train as much on his batting which let him down. Jeremy talks about how after a bad inning of batting he spiraled down mentally and...

In this episode Andrew and Amelia discuss: 2:00 The last time Andrew and Amelia saw each other 14 years ago, the healthy her podcast and does Amelia want to live forever? 6:50 Duncan, a former Olympic swimmer having a heart attack, spending months with people for a minute of tv and how they missed the biggest changes at the end of the show. 10:45 Amelia being the brains behind the 12 week body tra...

In this Bite Size from episode #45 Andrew and Dr Tom Buckley discuss how they got their start in using cold therapy, Andrew when he trained for an English Channel swim and Dr Tom from the age of 3 when cold was used in medical treatments. Dr Tom talks about how the body is able to adapt to different temperatures and normalise them in a short amount of time, he also shares some of his experience fr...

In this Bite Size from episode #92 Bonnie Hancock shares some of the most incredible and dangerous situations she found herself in when paddling a surf ski around Australia. From sharks, snakes, crocodiles and currents Bonnie has seen it all and overcome the challenges. Bonnie talks about how although there was a lot of fear in those situations it also shined a light on the beauty she would see du...

Professional MC Luke Hannan joins Andrew and Ange in this Bite Size from episode #93 to talk about what he believes are the 3 key pillars of communication and why it is so important that you get them right no matter the level of presentation you are doing.   Luke also reflects on a recent time he had to put all 3 of these pillars into play at a big event where he was feeling a bit nervous about hi...

In this Bite Size from episode #94 Commonwealth Bank CEO Matt Comyn reflects on the start of the Can 4 Cancer charity event that he helped set up and what it means to him personally to see it grow into such a big phenomenon.   Matt is also blown away by the stats behind the 10 years of Can 4 Cancer and the amount of money it has raised and the amount of people that are now involved in the event.  ...

In this Bite Size from episode #66 Author and high performance coach Michael Bungay-Stanier tells us how he sold over 1,000,000 copies of his book “The Coaching Habit”. Michael explains that through hustling and hard work you can sell up to 100,000 copies and anything beyond that is completely out of your hands. Michael also gives a bit of background as to what he was thinking when he wrote the bo...

As the school term comes to an end, we're getting ready to unwind and take a break, syncing with our company's rhythm. We understand and encourage our audience to find some time to rest and reconnect with yourselves, as there is great value in pausing to recharge and restore.     While holidays are perfect for relaxing, for some of us it means reaching for alcohol to self-soothe. Notably Australia...

In this bite size from episode #62, Dr Ben Hamer talks all things work and where he sees our jobs going in the next 10-15 years. Dr Ben quashes the popular notion that AI is going to steal everyone’s jobs by comparing it to the invention of the calculator and how that was going to do away with accountants. Andrew and Dr Ben also talk about the idea of the 4 day work week and why it may not be as f...

Understanding circadian rhythm, which is controlled by a pea-shaped organ inside the brain called the suprachiasmatic nucleus, helps navigate travel for work and play.  Plane travel that crosses 3 or more time zones causes jet lag, or a feeling of being out of whack with your internal body clock. Generic travel fatigue is distinct from jet lag and is associated with tiredness and fatigue after dom...

In this Bite Size from episode #64 Manly Sea Eagles superstar Tom Trbojevic and Andrew talk about Tom’s unusual family business: playing NRL for the Manly Sea Eagles. Tom talks about what it is like to play with two of his brothers professionally and what it was like for all of them growing up. Andrew also shares some heartwarming comments Tom’s brothers have made about Tom and what he is like as...

Just like putting a fitness program together to train the body to be healthy, fit, flexible, and strong; we can do the same for your brain. Sustainable high performance requires an inside out approach and there are critical inflection points in our lives where it is vital to 'do an inside job.'  Are you armed with the skills to do this? Listen to a live recording of Andrew presenting his Inside Jo...

In this Bite Size from episode #58 burnout expert Dr Tom Buckley gives us his clinical definition of burnout and how it differs from just being tired or needing a bit of a break. Dr Tom also explains why it is considered a syndrome and not a disease. Andrew and Dr Tom also talk a bit about why we are seeing increasing rates of burnout not just in Australia, but all over the world and why it can be...

Greg Page is the original Yellow Wiggle, a man whose music has shaped generations. Most people know about his on-stage heart attack—but few get the inside story of how it forced him to reconcile fame, performance, and identity. Greg shares what it’s like to balance the person behind the performer, how exploring spirituality with John Edwards helped him understand himself, and how these insights sh...

In this Bite Size from episode #81 Andrew and Ange are joined by Sergeant Joe Munro and Captain Brenda Youse, participants from our social mastery program as they share some of the skills they learned and how they are able to use them in a very real and practical sense. Joe talks about how he was able to use some of the breathing skills to deal with a screaming baby at all hours of the night and B...

Matty Lansdown is a scientist, nutritionist, and musician who digs into the real causes of overeating and the emotions behind our food choices. From trauma and family patterns to advertising and online influence, he explores why so many struggle with diet and lifestyle—and how small, stacked habits can create lasting change. Matty combines science, personal insight, and practical strategies to hel...

In this Bite Size from episode #59 Mr Universe contestant Nick Jones shares some of his extensive knowledge around how to build muscle and lose fat. Nick talks about what he would do at the gym for a beginner and intermediate workout routine to ensure you work out your whole body. Nick also gives us some of his tips on how to eat like a bodybuilder and why what you eat is so important for weight l...

What does it take to lead one of Australia’s largest companies – and still perform at your peak? In this episode, Andrew May sits down with Matt Comyn, CEO of Commonwealth Bank, for an honest and practical conversation on leadership, resilience, and performance. From wearable tech to shifting emotional states, Matt shares the real tools and techniques he uses to stay fit — mentally, emotionally, a...

In this Bite Size from episode #39 purpose coach Richard Burton outlines his method of how he helps others find their purpose, SIM. Richard explains why finding your strengths, interests and motivations is key to figuring out what your purpose is. Richard and Andrew also talk about some of their own experience in finding their own purposes and how they have adapted it over time. Richard explains h...

Luke Hannan is one of Australia’s leading Professional Conference and Event MCs, who lives and breathes the value of meaningful communication. Catch Luke's infectious energy as he chats with Andrew and Angela Poon about the basics of communication, meticulous preparation, in-depth research, and training the ability to remain calm and handle any situation that arises. With over 450 successful event...

In this Bite Size from episode #45 Andrew and Dr Tom Buckley discuss some of the research around the use of cold water and its potential effects on the body. Dr Tom talks about how cold water therapy is still in its research infancy and doesn’t have any conclusive evidence proving or disproving its validity at this point in time. Dr Tom and Andrew also explain a bit about why using animals in rese...

A professional Ironwoman since 17 years of age, Bonnie Hancock paddled a surf ski 12,700 km around the Australian coastline in 2022, setting multiple world records and facing unimaginable challenges along the way. Listen to Andrew and Bonnie talk about: • The pivotal moment when Bonnie made the decision to paddle around Australia • Insights on overcoming fear and embracing failure, with eye-openin...