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n this special live edition of Lessons from Leaders, host Yasmin London sits down with Mitch Wallis, founder of Heart On My Sleeve, and Jim Kelly, Director of Health & Safe Design at SafeWork NSW, for a powerful conversation about the future of workplace mental health. Recorded in front of a live audience at the Nespresso Boutique Sydney, this episode explores the realities of burnout, the importa...

In a world where we’ve never been more connected, many of us have never felt more alone. Despite endless Zoom calls, hybrid schedules, and digital “check-ins,” something fundamental is missing from today’s workplaces: genuine human connection. The result? Leaders are burning out, teams are disengaged, and cultures are fraying under the weight of silence, stress, and constant change. In this powerf...

How do you truly create a mentally healthy workplace—not just a compliant one? Mental health expert, author and psychosocial safety leader Bill Carson unpack what’s really driving stress, burnout, disengagement and conflict at work — and what leaders must do about it. Bill has spent years on the frontlines of mental health — from 650+ hours as a Lifeline crisis supporter to coaching organisations...

What does it take to turn generational tension into generational strength? In today’s workplaces, it’s not just one culture leaders are navigating—it’s five generations, all working side by side, all with wildly different expectations of what “good work” and “good leadership” look like. From Boomers to Zoomers, we’re seeing culture clashes over communication, technology, ambition, loyalty, and wha...

What if purpose isn’t something you find — but something you grow into through small acts of service, connection and courage? In this powerful Pick My Brain conversation, host Luke Cook sits down with Rev. Jon Owen, Pastor and CEO of Wayside Chapel, to explore how everyday actions can help you live your way into purpose. Jon shares honest stories from decades on the frontline, revealing how meanin...

What does real climate leadership look like—and how do we keep hope alive in a world full of political noise and environmental stress? In this energising and heartening conversation, climate communicator and changemaker Jo Taranto sits down with For Our Future host Taylor Dee Hawkins for a frank chat about what’s really going on in our communities, workplaces and homes when it comes to climate act...

What if a single idea could help untrash the planet? In this episode of Moments to Movements, host Luke Cook meets Nik Robinson, a visionary Co-Founder of Good Citizens who, alongside his son Harry, is tackling the world’s plastic crisis—one recycled bottle at a time. Nik’s journey is as dynamic as it is inspiring. From radio broadcaster and creative director to donut maker and lecturer, his passi...

Can a story really rebuild trust in today’s workplace? StorySharing™ expert Nimarta Verma explore why leaders today don’t need more polish — they need more honesty. Nimarta breaks down how real,s imperfect stories create human connection, rebuild trust and help teams feel seen in a world where people are craving authenticity more than ever. Together, they unpack how shifting from storytelling to S...

What if having a baby doesn’t feel like the happiest time of your life — and you don’t know where to turn? The Gidget Foundation Australia exists for that moment. Born from the heartbreaking loss of a young mum known as “Gidget,” it now supports the emotional wellbeing of expectant and new parents across the country. From free specialist counselling and 39 Gidget Houses to practical resources for...

Yasmin London sits down with Stefan Vermeulen, Managing Director of Nespresso Australia and New Zealand. Stefan shares his journey of transforming Nespresso from a renowned coffee brand into a force for positive change. Learn valuable insights such as: How Nespresso balances business growth with social and environmental impact and how they implement social impact initiatives. The importance of pur...

In our premier episode of Lessons from Leaders brewed with our partners Nespresso Professional, our host Yasmin London sits down with Rhonda Hall, CEO and Founder of mwah. Making Work Absolutely Human. In this valuable episode you will learn: How to create a culture of care Developing a learning and growth mindset How to make people feel Psychologically Safe How to create an environment where peop...

Luke Cook sits down with builder, presenter and modern-day elder Barry Du Bois to explore what leadership truly looks like when life throws its hardest challenges your way. Barry doesn’t speak from theory — he speaks from lived experience. From infertility struggles and grief to a cancer diagnosis that came with a three-month prognosis, he opens up about the moments that tested him, broke him, and...

At just 16 years old, Bastien Treptel hacked into a big four bank — all for the price of a pizza. Today, he’s one of Australia’s leading voices in cybersecurity, AI safety, and digital identity protection. In this Pick My Brain episode, Bastien shares his incredible journey from teenage hacker to purpose-driven tech entrepreneur. Unpack: ➤ How curiosity led to his infamous hacking story and arrest...

Australia’s new social media age restrictions kick in on 10 December 2025, and many parents are wondering — what does it actually mean? In this conversation, host Luke “Cookie” Cook chats with psychologist and digital wellbeing expert Jocelyn Brewer to unpack the changes, what’s included, what’s not, and how families can prepare without panic. 💡 It’s not about fear — it’s about connection and cur...

Luke “Cookie” Cook sits down with Anneli Blundell – The People Whisperer – to explore how leadership, communication, and connection are evolving in the modern workplace. Anneli unpacks her IQ → EQ → SQ framework, showing how we’re shifting from transactional leadership to transformational and now relational. She dives deep into: ➤ Why social intelligence (SQ) will define the leaders of the future...

What if being good with money wasn’t about restriction, but alignment? Financial coach Betsy Westcott shares how to make work and money serve the life you actually want — not the one you think you should have. Who it’s for: leaders, teams and anyone wanting more ease, purpose and confidence with money. What you’ll learn: ➤How to define your own version of a rich life. ➤The mindset shifts that unlo...

What if the biggest climate solutions start on your street? Luke Cook sits down with sustainability leader Lottie Dalziel — founder of Banish and the BRAD (Banish Recycling and Diversion) Programme — to unpack how everyday choices and community action can add up to real, measurable change. No doom. No guilt. Just practical steps, hopeful stories, and proof that small actions multiplied by many peo...