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If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be?  “We all need to take responsibility for our own health and wellbeing”   This is a short episode where I’m challenging you to think a little differently about your body and how you treat it. It’s not about badmouthing general practitioners and ridiculing the medical fraternity. It’s a centuries-old notion that doct...

If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be? “Society needs to talk about the state of homelessness for older people, especially women over 50. Many of whom find themselves without superannuation or even a fair deal when a marriage breaks down if they haven't had visibility over the family finances or everything they own has been run through the ‘company’.  __...

If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be? “Body Confidence. The whole pressure around keeping up appearances for society, not for yourself. I believe it’s time to step into the uniqueness of you!” _________   After 25 years of covering up herself & wearing a ‘mask’, Rebecca Saunders has decided to throw away the wig & embrace her true self - no matt...

If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be? “The current political environment and apparent lack of leadership in our country.” My guest today is a successful business leader, active social commentator and activist. Kylea Tink believes that challenges cannot and should not be ignored. She has been a driving force behind a number of initiatives that have shape...

If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be? “We could all be more generous. To ourselves in everyday life, to our communities and our country as a whole could be far better.” ______________ Many would find interviewing your mentor a little confronting, but the fact that my lovely ceramics mentor wants to talk about us all being far more generous, gives you a...

If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be? “The common good and how we can all be there for one another. I wish we would reflect on who's talking, who's being talked for and who's missing entirely.”     Strap yourselves in because you are about to hear from one seriously outstanding human. I’m delighted to introduce you to the legendary Holly Ranso...

If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be? “We all need to take responsibility for our own health and wellbeing”   This is a short episode where I’m challenging you to think a little differently about your body and how you treat it. It’s not about badmouthing general practitioners and ridiculing the medical fraternity. It’s a centuries-old notion that d...

If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be? “When you own your story you own your power and this can be VERY uncomfortable, but incredibly life changing.”  ______   Whilst leading a successful Brand Comms agency, Torstar for nearly 20years, Tory Archbold had a pivotal moment. She’d had a near death experience and found herself standing in a courtroo...

If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be? “It’s time that male sporting codes had targets for female leadership to sort out some of the poor behaviours. As a former Chair of Wests Tigers NRL club, I’ve got a lot to say on this topic and believe it’s time sporting codes start viewing their Clubs more like a business.” _____________   Marina Go is as dyn...

If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be? “In the case of perceived terminal illness, can a medical practitioner truly tell how much ‘time’ someone has got left to live?”   I know people and have heard stories of others who have lived for years after been given only weeks or months to live and then others where their wife and 50 years dies and they die...

If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be? “Using a story to get an important point across has been used by different cultures effectively for centuries. Bringing humanity to the way business people communicate is my calling. If we all communicated more authentically and connected to our audience through the power of storytelling, I believe the world would b...

If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be? “We all need to take responsibility for our own health and wellbeing”   I think one of the worst things when you are ill and no-one can find out what is wrong with you for weeks or months would be the sheer sense of frustration of not getting any answers. It plays on your mind and starts to affect your daily life. A...

If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be? “I am obsessed about the power of connection and how this helps to build brilliant relationships” ______ Janine Garner is a global thought leader on connection. She is obsessed about the power of connection and how this helps to build brilliant relationships, unlock incredible and innovative collaborations, unleash...

If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be? “We all need to take responsibility for our own health and wellbeing” It’s my inherent belief that you are the only person on this earth who knows your body better than anyone else. Our bodies talk to us all day, every day, and we need to be listening to what they’re saying. —- This is a short episode where I’m chal...

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.”     Briony Benjamin is a Keynote Speaker, Author and Global Storyteller whose viral videos have been viewed by more than 200million sets of eyeballs.  Whilst working as Executive Producer at Australia’s largest media outlet for women ( Mamamia.com.au ) she...

If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be? “Death doesn’t have to be morbid” As strange or morbid as it sounds, many people I’ve met who have had near death experiences have spoken about almost feeling ‘lucky’ they went through the ordeal that they did. It’s given them an incredible sense of clarity and a true appreciation of what they’ve got in their lives...

If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be? “Women's business should no longer be secret! We need to talk more about women’s health issues to lift the lid and remove the shame many feel around their bodies.”     Shelly Horton is the personification of confidence. She’s a journalist, TV presenter, MC and runs her own company ShellShocked Media where she teache...

This is an interesting chapter I thought I’d share with you from my book, Death Doesn’t Have to be Morbid - life, death and learning to grieve. I’ve always wondered which is the better way to die- fast and furious…or long and loving. Having all the time to say goodbye to a loved one sounds idyllic, but it comes with consequences. Whereas with a quick and unexpected death, often there are things le...

If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be? “Your genius is what comes naturally to you.”   “I was once driven by the idea that you should strive to learn new skills and improve on the things that haven't come naturally. After some time, I have learnt that although you can do anything, you can't do everything at the same time. Do the things you’re good at."  ...

Today, I’m reading you a chapter from the book, Life Doesn’t have to be morbid - life, death and learning to grieve. Death can actually be a source of inspiration. I know that sounds morbid, but stay with me. Think about those secret desires you hold those things you'd love to try but worry you'll be embarrassed about if you failed. I find that thinking about the worst possible scenario helps prop...

If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be? “We need to listen more!” The interview this week is a treat! I’ve managed to coerce Julie & Fiona the formidable duo from the fabulous podcast “Art Wank”, on the other side of the mic. Which was no mean feat, let me tell you! Think ‘Ab Fab for the Artworld’...and you’ll picture what a fun time we had together!...

Today, I’m reading you a chapter from the book, Life Doesn’t have to be morbid - life, death and learning to grieve. Death can actually be a source of inspiration. I know that sounds morbid, but stay with me. Think about those secret desires you hold those things you'd love to try but worry you'll be embarrassed about if you failed. I find that thinking about the worst possible scenario helps prop...

If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be? “It’s okay to cry if you’re a guy!” Justin Jones - otherwise affectionately known as Jonesy, is Australia’s pre-eminent Explorer, keynote speaker, adventure thinker and storyteller. His expeditions have taken him to the very corners of the world. He’s paddled a kayak from Australia to New Zealand, skied to the South...

A chapter from the book, Life Doesn’t have to be morbid - life, death and learning to grieve. Death can actually be a source of inspiration. I know that sounds morbid, but stay with me. Think about those secret desires you hold those things you'd love to try but worry you'll be embarrassed about if you failed. I find that thinking about the worst possible scenario helps propel me into action. The...

If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be? “There is no reason for FGM other than patriarchal power” ______ Khadija Gbla is a high profile, passionate and inspiring African Australian woman. She is an award-winning human rights activist, inspirational speaker, facilitator and philanthropist. She has displayed great courage and determination in achieving her...