A Life of Greatness

What is your child being exposed to on their phone,and would they tell you if something went wrong? Parenting educator and bestselling author Maggie Dent returns to A Life of Greatness with Sarah Grynberg to discuss her new book, Digital Freedom, and the online dangers parents can’t afford to overlook. From pornography and cyberbullying to deepfakes, sextortion and AI companions, Maggie explains w...

Here’s something we’re rarely told about family: you can love someone, care about them and still not particularly like them. In this episode of Sarah’s Thoughts , Sarah explores why accepting that truth can actually make difficult family relationships easier — especially when you stop expecting someone to become the person you wish they were. Maybe it’s the parent who never gives you the emotional...

What happens when powerful people stop hearing the word no ? In this compelling episode of A Life of Greatness , Sarah Grynberg sits down with journalist, author and Rampart founder Joe Aston for a candid conversation about power, ambition, addiction and the stories that have defined his career. Joe shares his unlikely journey from working inside Qantas PR to becoming one of the journalists most c...

You can have the house, the career, the family and a life you once dreamed about — and still somehow feel like you’re falling behind. In this episode of Sarah’s Thoughts , Sarah explores the hidden reason so many of us struggle to feel satisfied with what we have: we’ve quietly turned the people around us into our competition. A friend renovates and suddenly your kitchen feels tired. Someone books...

On December 14, 2025, Valentyna and Michael Britvan took their daughters to a Hanukkah celebration at Bondi Beach. It was meant to be an afternoon of family, food and celebration. Instead, gunmen opened fire on the crowd, killing their 10-year-old daughter, Matilda. In their first sit-down podcast interview, Matilda’s parents join Sarah Grynberg for one of the most important and deeply moving conv...

Dolly Parton was famous for the big hair, rhinestones, unmistakable voice and infectious personality. But behind it all was an extraordinarily sharp woman who understood something powerful: being underestimated can be an advantage. In this episode of Sarah’s Thoughts , Sarah reflects on Dolly’s journey from growing up as one of 12 children in rural Tennessee to building an extraordinary career on...

Are you dealing with a narcissist, whether it’s a partner, parent or someone at work, and how do you protect yourself when you can’t simply leave? In this episode, Sarah Grynberg speaks with Dr Ramani Durvasula, a clinical psychologist, bestselling author and one of the world’s leading experts on narcissism and narcissistic abuse. You’ll learn: The warning signs of narcissism How to recognise love...

Why are we so quick to tear down people who seem to have everything? In this episode of Sarah’s Thoughts , mindset coach Sarah Grynberg explores the psychology behind jealousy, judgement and our urge to find flaws in people who are beautiful, successful or confident. You’ll learn what your criticism of someone else might actually reveal about you, why diminishing their success could be quietly lim...

Why does your dog become anxious, destructive or refuse to listen, and what are they really trying to tell you? In this episode of A Life of Greatness, Sarah Grynberg sits down with world renowned dog behaviourist Cesar Millan to uncover what sits behind some of the most common and confusing dog behaviours. Cesar reveals the biggest mistakes owners make, how much exercise dogs really need, the rig...

Why do we sometimes sabotage the very things we’ve worked so hard to get? In this short episode of Sarah’s Thoughts , mindset coach Sarah Grynberg explores why love, success and stability can sometimes make us want to pull away, create conflict or blow things up just when life is going well. You’ll learn why your brain can mistake familiar for safe, how past experiences can shape what feels “norma...

What does it take to build some of Australia’s most iconic restaurants, and what happens when you risk your reputation to speak out against the government? In this episode of A Life of Greatness, Sarah Grynberg sits down with renowned restaurateur Chris Lucas, the man behind some of Melbourne’s most iconic restaurants including Chin Chin, Society, Grill Americano, Maison Bâtard and Yakimono, for a...

What if procrastination isn’t laziness at all, but your brain trying to protect you from a feeling you don’t want to face? In this episode of Sarah’s Thoughts , mindset coach Sarah Grynberg reveals what may really be behind the things you keep putting off, from fear of failure and overwhelm to the uncomfortable thought that what you create might not be good enough. You’ll learn why pushing yoursel...

What happens when you’ve spent your entire life becoming one of the best swimmers in the world, and suddenly the identity that defined you is gone? In this episode of A Life of Greatness , Sarah Grynberg sits down with Australian swimming legend and two time Olympic gold medallist Grant Hackett for a deeply honest conversation about the mindset behind elite performance, resilience, identity and re...

Why does the thing you’ve been desperately wanting so often seem to arrive the moment you finally stop chasing it? In this episode of Sarah’s Thoughts , Sarah explores why “letting go” may be more than just a manifestation cliché. When we become fixated on a particular outcome, stress can narrow our attention so intensely that we stop noticing opportunities that don’t look exactly the way we expec...

What if the key to a better life isn’t controlling what happens to you, but learning how to respond when life doesn’t go your way? In this episode of A Life of Greatness , Sarah Grynberg sits down with bestselling author and modern Stoic philosopher Ryan Holiday to reveal how Stoicism can help you stop overthinking, let go of what you can’t control and find greater peace in an uncertain world. Rya...

What if the life you've been waiting for is already here... and you're too busy to notice it? In this episode of Sarah's Thoughts , Sarah Grynberg reflects on the ordinary moments that quietly become the ones we miss the most. Through a simple story about an ordinary Tuesday afternoon with her son, Sarah explores why we spend so much of life waiting for the big milestones, while the moments that s...

What if the thoughts keeping you stuck aren't facts, but patterns you can learn to step away from? On this episode of A Life of Greatness , Sarah Grynberg sits down with clinical psychologist and Unstuck author Dr Emily Musgrove to explore why we get trapped in cycles of overthinking, rumination and self-doubt, and how Acceptance and Commitment Therapy can help us create a richer, more meaningful...

What if the hardest part of chasing your dreams isn't starting... but continuing when nothing seems to be happening? In this episode of Sarah's Thoughts , Sarah Grynberg explores the uncomfortable middle, that season of life where you're doing the work, showing up every day, yet can't see any evidence that you're getting closer to the life you want. Drawing on neuroscience and psychology, Sarah ex...

Why do so many loving relationships lose their passion? Has technology changed the way we connect forever? And what does it really take to build a love that stays alive? In one of the most anticipated conversations on A Life of Greatness, world-renowned psychotherapist, bestselling author and relationship expert Esther Perel returns to the podcast for a profound discussion about love, intimacy, de...

Have you ever walked away from a conversation with a friend feeling smaller than when you arrived? In this episode of Sarah's Thoughts , Sarah Grynberg explores one of the most difficult and often unspoken dynamics in adult friendships: jealousy. Why do some people celebrate our struggles but seem distant when we succeed? Why can good news sometimes change the energy in the room? And how do we kno...

Can mediumship be explained? Can grief ever truly heal? And what happens when science meets spirituality? Sarah Grynberg sits down with internationally renowned psychic medium John Edward for the third time to explore questions that have fascinated humanity for centuries. With over four decades of experience, John shares what it's really like to communicate with those who have passed, the differen...

What if The Testaments isn't a dystopian fantasy... but a warning? In this episode of Sarah's Thoughts , Sarah Grynberg reflects on Margaret Atwood's The Testaments and the uncomfortable parallels between fiction and the reality millions of women are facing today. From Afghanistan, where girls are denied education and women are stripped of basic freedoms, to Iran, where women continue to risk thei...

What if confidence wasn't about becoming someone else, but finally allowing yourself to be who you've always been? In this honest and often hilarious conversation, Sarah Grynberg welcomes back beloved broadcaster, comedian and bestselling author Christian O'Connell to explore his new book, The Radical Act of Being Yourself. Together they unpack why so many of us silence ourselves, perform versions...

What if one of the biggest drains on your energy isn't what happens to you, but the judgments you make about it? In this episode of Sarah's Thoughts, Sarah explores a simple but powerful idea from A Course in Miracles : "I will judge nothing that occurs today." She reflects on how quickly we form opinions about people, situations and ourselves, often without even realising it, and how those judgme...

What if confidence isn’t something you’re born with, but something you create? In this captivating conversation, Sarah Grynberg sits down with the incomparable Dita Von Teese, the undisputed Queen of Burlesque, to explore the mindset, discipline and self-belief behind one of the world's most recognisable personal brands. From growing up in a small town in Michigan to becoming an international icon...