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If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be? “Our Emotional Home - How we are actually feeling! We live in a surface level world where we are so detached from our true emotional experiences and those of the people we love too. I wish we spent more time truly connecting, sharing our pain and upset and asking for what we need. The world would be incredible if we...

If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be? “We need to start killing off society’s expectations of 9 to 5, 2 kids and a house in the suburbs. We are destined for so much more!” _______ International Award Winner and speaker Lisa Walker says she’s a bit crazy, a bit extra, she likes to think outside the box, and has a huge heart! She’s had a varied career in...

If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be? “Times have changed - the knowledge economy is over - which is a monumental statement given my background, I know!” _____ I am thrilled to bring you back a One Question Podcast fave guest today who I always have such wonderfully diverse conversations with. The ever impressive Louka Parry is the CEO + Founder of The...

If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be? “We want to talk about our favourite topics - grief and loss!” _______ Today we are going to chat about grief and loss. Before you turn off thinking - ‘I don’t wanna start my day hearing morbid stuff’ - please hang in there. Death may be the great equaliser, but grief can be completely alienating. While we all know...

If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be? “For me, it’s meaningful connection in this tech obsessed world we live in right now. It seems the faster we move, the less true connection we are having.” _______ Luke Cook (aka Cookie), is a purpose-driven entrepreneur and conversation expert, best known as the founder and host of Cuppa.tv, a conversation platform...

If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be? “I want to talk about normalising anxiety. It’s the body’s natural response - it doesn’t mean you are broken and we all have bouts of anxiety throughout our lives.” _______ Today, I sit down with the founder of ‘Hey Sigmund’, Karen Young who has worked as a psychologist for many years. Karen is an internationally so...

If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be? “The power of perspective & seeing our hardship as an opportunity to grow & learn.” _______ Proving that our perspective towards hardship can foster purpose & develop formidable resilience, Bradley Dryburgh ran his first 2 marathons shortly after being rushed to hospital for complications with his chroni...

If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be? “I want people to realise that in order to live a life that makes them happy, they need to take radical responsibility for it - no one else is going to save them!” _______ I’ve been a bit excited about having this dynamo on the show! She’s hilarious & I know we’re gonna have some fun. If you follow her on Insta...

If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be? “We need to be talking more about mindfulness and mental health for our kids.” _______  What a treat it is to sit down with this wonderful human making a huge impact in his country. Jase Te Patu is a highly sought-after international keynote speaker , thought leader and facilitator. His 30-plus years in the wellbei...

If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be? “I would like our society to talk about the invisible load of culturally sanctioned stress, holistic principles in health care and the importance of looking within for wisdom, self respect and self compassion. “ ______________________ “It is not only until we explore the whole person, that true health can be found”....

If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be? “How eradicating insecurity can lead to a life unhindered by doubt, fear, and self-limiting beliefs” _______ I’m gonna be honest - I was a bit nervous about interviewing today’s guest. I wasn’t sure if he was the ‘right fit’ for this show. I did my usual research in the weeks leading up to the interview - a healthy...

If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be? “Grief and mother loss as it’s not a topic we talk often or enough about.” _______ Danielle was 23, when her mum, Rosa, died from cancer. This was an incredibly isolating and lonely experience, and although Danielle had family support around her, none could directly relate. After a fruitless search for support for o...

If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be? “The strength you can feel through vulnerability- especially the strength men can feel embracing vulnerability (I definitely think men should talk more about this)” ___________ Today we meet a beautiful, energetic being called Kane Ford. He’s the founder of Get Outside Australia and has a passion for travelling and...

If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be? “We need to break the myths about sexuality and disability. It’s also really important for comprehensive sexuality/relationship counselling for people with a disability.” _______________________ I loved meeting today’s guest so much! She’s raw, she’s honest, she helps so many people in her field of work - but it’s o...

If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be? “How important it is to be self compassionate when you are reflecting back on past actions”. _________________ Today, I have a multi-talented guest with us, Ms Shauna Ryan. Shauna is a writer, producer, host, model, and speaker who has made a significant impact in the women's empowerment space. With a background in...

If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be? “That it aint weak to speak! I want more people to talk about mental health so we reduce the stigma associated with it and help more people.” _________________ I was thrilled to get the chance to sit down with actor, keynote speaker, mental health advocate, and co-founder of the mental health organization, LIVIN - M...

If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be? “How being more self-aware is all we need to make massive shifts in our lives. It is our greatest superpower and we need to embrace it.” ______________ Today, I’m excited to sit down with Jordanna Levin - the bestselling author of Make It Happen, Higher Love, and Make You Happen, and the host of three successful pod...

If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be? “The importance of moving your body to optimise mental health.” ________ Here on the One Question Podcast, we bring you inspiring stories from extraordinary individuals making an impact in their fields. Today's guest is no exception - we're thrilled to have Erica Hornthal, known as "The Therapist Who Moves You," joi...

If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be? “What actually is success for us as a society? We have implicit assumptions of what success looks like but I believe that our current definitions of success is killing us all.”  ___________ This episode originally ran in season one (in the height of covid lockdowns) and it was such a great conversation and so popula...

If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be? “How your style and being comfortable in your own skin can have a major impact on your life and those around you. The clothes you wear and how you show up for the world have a far bigger impact than many realise.”  ________ In this episode we are joined by the gorgeous and talented Caitlin Mawaha -  a successful Dig...

Having just returned from my first attendance to the incredible global conference that is South By South West (SXSW), I thought I would give a rundown of the incredible spectacle it is!  ___________________ As a recent attendee of SXSW, I had the opportunity to immerse myself in the energy and innovation of this epic global conference. From engaging talks by industry leaders to cutting-edge techno...

If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be? “How to support someone when they are going through trauma.”  ________ I interviewed Briony Benjamin in my second series and it was such an impactful conversation that resonated with so many - I felt it was time to re-share. She has also just released her second book which is available in all book stores, right now!...

If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be? “In an ever-changing workplace, it’s more important than ever to lead with compassion and empathy. But can we have performance with compassionate leadership? Can the two co-exist?” ________ In this episode, I had the pleasure of talking with Jo Gaines, a thought leader, industry advisor, and passionate advocate for...

If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be? “We all have an innate intuition - we were born with it and yet many of us have forgotten how to tap into that ‘magic’ within us.” ________ Join us on this episode as we chat with Nele Vandersmissen, the founder of Wondr, a company that helps individuals and organizations unleash their magic. Nele's diverse career p...

If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be? “In my work, one of the biggest things I see is when people come up against stuff that’s really tricky and how they respond to that. It’s good to check in and ask, “What am I making this story/ this circumstance mean about me?”  ______ I am delighted to introduce you to the amazing Lael Stone. Lael is a renowned par...