Beyond the table

Ben Laverack is the owner of Clinic of Psychology and has worked as a psychologist for many years helping people navigate anxiety, burnout, relationships, high performance and everyday life. Ben has also been my own psychologist for the past seven years, so this conversation goes beyond theory. In this episode we discuss: • Why we self-sabotage when things are going well. • The hidden cost of peop...

Your feet are the foundation of every step, sprint, jump and lift you do, but they’re often the last thing people think about until something hurts. In this episode, I sit down with Justin Smith, founder of Achieve Podiatry and consultant podiatrist to the Newcastle Knights and Newcastle Jets, to unpack the biggest myths around feet, footwear and lower limb injuries. We cover: • Why foot pain is o...

What does it take to walk away from a secure job at just 25 years old and never experience “Mondayitis” again? This week on  Beyond the Table , I sit down with the GOAT of entertainment  Glen James , the man behind  Money Money Money , to talk about building a career on your own terms, creating real wealth, and designing a life you don’t need a holiday from. In this episode we discuss: How Glen le...

Most people dream about starting a business. Very few build one valuable enough to sell. In this episode, Michael Holt shares the full story behind building Cornerstone Strength & Conditioning from the ground up, growing it into one of the region’s leading athlete development facilities, and ultimately making the decision to sell. We discuss the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, the sacrific...

In this episode, I sit down with Blake Withers, sports podiatrist, host of the  The Sports Medicine Project  podcast, and current PhD candidate researching running injuries. We dive into the most common injuries seen in runners, why they happen, and the practical strategies that can help reduce injury risk while keeping you training consistently. From load management and strength training to footw...

Brodie Preston is a Torian Pro athlete, coach and owner of GRIT Performance Newcastle. In this episode, we dive into what it takes to build resilience, not just in sport, but in life. From competing at an elite level and overcoming injuries and setbacks to leading a business and helping others perform at their best. If you’ve ever faced a setback, struggled with motivation or wanted to understand...

In this episode of Beyond The Table, I sit down with orthopaedic surgeon Dr Jai Kumar to explore the evolving world of sports medicine, orthopaedics and injury recovery. We discuss the latest advancements in orthopaedic surgery, how return-to-sport decision making has changed over recent years, and why some athletes seem to recover faster than others. Perhaps the most interesting takeaway from thi...

Jason Murdoch. Personal trainer who lives and breaths the industry. 20 years of experience in the space. - Hybrid training - Discipline - Consistency compounds - The world of instant gratification and how it kills effort

Myles practices as a Psychologist (the Gray Area - Newcastle), Plays Sport & loves a good conversation. - Are all the emotions we feel today normal and we have just lost the ability to manage them? - Is there something to hard work that people miss? - Management solutions for all things Psychology Tune in for an in-depth, casual conversation about all things brain health.

Dr Pankaj Rao is an Orthopaedic Surgeon, specialising in Foot & Ankle surgery. Dr Pankaj Rao also has vast experience in injectable therapies for pain in the lower limb including knees, ankle and feet.

What is RED-S? How much should athletes really be eating to stay at the top of their game? Perimenopause & Menopause - How can we use nutrition to help during those phases of life? Teagan is a Practising Dietician. Teagan has a strong passion for nutrition in sports, nutrition for women and even supplements we can all benefit from.

Nathan 'Junior' Jones is a professional Muay Thai fighter from Newcastle, Australia. Gym owner: Satori Muay Thai, Newcastle Nathan unpacks what it takes to perform in the ring while running a gym as a coach at the same time. Nathan Also has a background in Remedial Massage therapy which we touch on briefly. If you want to know all things Muay Thai and the hardships of business from your fi...

Matt Clarke Director - Thompson & Clarke Real Estate Athlete - Jiu Jitsu Matt talks about time on the mats and his experience in business so far. He explains why everyone should look to compete at least once and not take yourself too seriously. Coming from a small 57kg in high school and how certain individuals inspired him growing up.

Nic Andriessen is a Strength & Conditioning coach specialising in athletic development for sporting athletes. We discuss all things training and importantly the mental aspect of the high achieving athletes and how important humility is for athletes of all levels. Nic and his wife own a Gym in Newcastle called Enzy HQ.

Dr Michael Dan is a proud novocastrian of the Newcastle Area. He is an Orthopaedic surgeon sub specialising in Knee's. Dr Michael Dan breaks down his history in sports, the high stress environment of his profession and general knee health advice.