Energetic Radio

Today's episode is something that I listened to while flying back to Melbourne on Tuesday evening from New Zealand. It is from one of our most downloaded podcast episodes ever with Hugh Van Cuylenberg from the Resilience Project. I have taken a snippet from our chat regarding some alarming statistics and facts on social media that will blow your mind. If you love this little snippet, then be sure...

This week I have had the pleasure of chatting with A-League superstar Vince Lia. Vince is now regarded as a veteran of the competition with over 200 appearances for three different clubs. Vince shares the highs and lows of professional sport as well as his passion for food and cooking. I'm sure you will enjoy the energy and enthusiasm that Vince brings along with him today on the show.  https://ww...

Today's episode is designed to show people how easy it is to start a podcast. From idea to actually listening to your own voice on iTunes. We will take you step by step with Matt Sipala, who has just completed this process to create his brand new podcast. Matt's podcast will be live in a months time, so stay tuned as I'm sure it will be filled with goodness. Thanks for coming on the show today mat...

We have a huge episode today for you, with so many takeaways on determination, resilience, hard work and surrounding yourself with good people. Today's guest Michael Barlow is an elite athlete, who has played 138 senior AFL (Australian Rules Football) games for Fremantle and the Gold Coast Suns and counting. This is a great achievement on its own, but the message I love is the journey Michael had...

Welcome to episode 75 of the Energetic Radio podcast. On today's show, I catch up with Hayden Wilson. I have been a big fan of everything Hayden has been up to for the past couple of years, and am excited to share his story with you today. Hayden and I went to high school together in Shepparton which is in Country Victoria. Hayden is a few years younger than me, and I always remember him as the qu...

Happy Wednesday everyone, today we have a short episode for you explaining the new name in 'Energetic Radio' and what this means, as well as giving away by far the best game/activity we have created this year in Gratitude Monopoly.  We are on a mission to help people bring, fun, joy, happiness and play in each and every day. This means that our name has changed a little bit, but the podcast will s...

Welcome to episode 73 of the Energetic Radio podcast. On today's show, I catch up with one of my good mates Jason Butty. We discuss a number of different skills and actionable techniques you can start using today to make the most out of each and every day. Jason is a full-time teacher, owner of Firm Butts Fitness, part owner of FHL Retreats and a dedicated father and husband. As you can see, Jase...

This week I have had the absolute pleasure to sit down with the self-proclaimed accidental academic Shane Pill. I have followed Shane's work closely for many years, and have always admired everything he is doing for education in Australia and around the globe. I have had the pleasure of watching Shane present live workshops and a keynote last year in Dubai which was something I still remember to t...

One of the biggest challenges we are faced with in day to day life is being present in the current moment. With the constant access to social media, the internet and so many distractions this topic is becoming more and more important. Today’s guest Nelia Steele is an outstanding educator and even better person. I have had the pleasure of seeing Nelia present live in Dubai as well as getting to kno...

This week I had the absolute pleasure to catch up with Fiona Marie and talk all things relationships, health, wellbeing and happiness. Fiona shares her own story and the reason why she is on a mission to help people find the fulfilment and satisfaction she currently has in every relationship in her life. This episode is suited for everyone who holds and values the various types of relationships we...

Today I have the pleasure of having my good friend Carl Condliffe on the podcast for the second time. Carl is super passionate about his health and wellbeing and that of the students he teaches. Carl is going to share New Zealand’s philosophy of Hauora and what this model looks like. It is extremely insightful and full of little gems of wisdom that you will be able to take away and implement into...

Last Friday I had the pleasure of viewing one of the most memorable moments of my life. This was something completely unexpected. This episode I will explain the story behind this experience. It had such a powerful effect on me, it’s prompted me to ask questions of myself and really reflect on where I’m at. This episode’s message, story and take away are extremely powerful. Listen along and see wh...

With the power of gaming at an all-time high, it is time to use this to your advantage. It doesn’t matter if you are teaching in the classroom or running a bootcamp I am going to show you today the art of game creation.  Games like Fortnite have taken over the world, with more than 45 million users internationally playing. Some up to 14 – 16 hours a day. I want to explore the addiction behind this...

Today I want to share something I have been trialling for the past month. It is so simple and easy that you really can’t afford not to give it a try. The best thing about the gratiquack with stands for gratitude earthquake is that the more you do it the happy you will be. It is a simple practice that has changed my outlook on life. I first heard about this on the website www.happier.com while foll...

This week I have the absolute pleasure to introduce Bob Burg who is half of the genius mind behind the most fantastic book I have ever read. The Go-Giver is a story about a young budding character named Joe who is trying to find his way in the cooperate world. The story follows Joe as he learns the five secrets of genuine influence and success. This book has so many valuable lessons around living...

Last week I had the absolute pleasure to be a guest on Ryan’s 100th podcast episode. Being asked on the PE Umbrella was a massive honour and something that I enjoyed a lot. The reason I enjoyed the guest appearance so much was quite simple, Ryan is such a professional and is leading the way in primary education. I have been a massive fan of Ryan's for the past year when I stumbled across his hugel...

This week we have the absolute pleasure of having Jaya Jaya Myra on the podcast. Myra is an internationally acclaimed author, speaker, media guest and natural lifestyle expert who teaches people how to cultivate excellent physical, mental and emotional health. After healing herself naturally from debilitating fibromyalgia, Myra developed a blueprint for natural healing based on each person's uniqu...

This week I had the pleasure of catching up with Jace Ferguson. Jace is an international educator currently teaching in Dubai, where he is inspired by the idea of creating content and sharing ideas that foster quality educational practices. Jace is knowledgeable and passionate about wellness, and staying on top of his teaching game.  We also discuss physical literacy and what it means to Jace as w...

I consider myself very fortunate to be in the position of interviewing such outstanding educators. Today's guest is Jeremy House, Jeremy and I attended the same university, since then he has left our little island and moved all around the world as an international teacher. Jeremy shares with us his fantastic story as well as what he is up to now. Jeremy is also the brains behind the awesome concep...

Storytelling encourages and enhances the listening skills of children, sparking their imagination and stimulating curiosity . I have been fascinated with storytelling since I could walk, I still remember my amazing mother Karyn, creating meditation stories to help me relax and go to sleep at night. Fast forward 25 years and I still love storytelling. In fact two of my most listened to podcasts are...

I was extremely excited to welcome Scott to todays podcast, Scott is the second TEDX speaker I have had on the show. Scott first impressed me with the amazing resources he designed to build engagement in the classroom, but as you will find out in this chat, he is only just getting started. Scott uses game mechanics to build gamified learning systems in his classes. . I know that teachers from all...

Todays episode is full of fun, excitement and high energy. My special guest JD Hughes is a teaching super star, constantly striving to look for new ways to improve his teaching and strengthen the teaching profession.  JD is a published author, full time teacher, DVD creator, workshop facilitator and the list goes on. You may have used some of JD's amazing content he has created at  www.pe2themax.c...

What makes a story great? What makes a good storyteller? The art of storytelling is a skill we all have, but there are individuals who are extraordinary storytellers. Stories are shared as a means of entertainment, education, cultural preservation or instilling moral values. Today's guest, Gavin McCormack, is the principle of the Farmhouse Montessori School in New South Wales. He is also the autho...

During the past two years podcasting has become an enjoyable weekly pastime for me. I love connecting and learning from amazing educators. Prior to presenting my own weekly podcast, I have benefited from 5 podcasts which I enjoy listening  to weekly.  As I have mentioned on previous episodes, creating time, having routines and surrounding myself with positive information helps me to stay focused a...

This week I had the delight of catching up with one of the most inspirational teachers of our generation. Pete Charrette has inspired me for the past five years since we first connected on twitter. You may be familiar with his character and business name, Cap’n Pete. Pete shares his passion for teaching, his experiences as a pro water skier and much more in todays episode. At the conclusion of our...