Talk All Things with JP

On this episode, we’re diving deep into the world of ink with none other than tattooist Matty Smith — a legend with the needle and the stories to match. From first tattoos to wild requests and some myths that need busting — we’re covering it all. Whether you’re inked head to toe or just tattoo-curious, this chat’s got something for everyone.

George Csifo is the General Manager of Rosebud RSL. Witha wealth of experience in the club and hospitality space, George has led operations across gaming, food, and beverage, and held key volunteer roles — including Director at Clubs Victoria and President of The Mercury Group Victoria. He knows the ins and outs of the industry, from compliance and governance to member loyalty and business strateg...

I’m joined on this episode by Jeremy Joubran, General Manager at the APP Corporation. With over 26 years in civil engineering, Jeremy’s worked on everything from roads and bridges to tunnels and towers. He’s an expert in precast concrete and post-tensioning, and known for his sharp eye for detail and focus on safety and quality. He’s also a great team builder who knows how to get people working to...

Filmmaker Michael Houston is the man behind the viral documentary project 'Roadz of Life', which has captured over 600k YouTube subscribers. Michael’s journey is unlike anything you’ve heard before — from surviving a rare neurological condition and losing nearly all basic functions, to documenting his extreme recovery and interviewing others facing life-altering challenges. It's a stor...

Chloe Williams is a rising talent in sports media. She’s currently a Social Media Specialist for SuperCoach at News Corp and a Casual Reporter for the AFLW. Chloe’s also a recent graduate from Deakin University, with internships at ABC News Breakfast and Sandringham Football Club. She’s a passionate writer with her work featured in The Inner Sanctum, House of Footy, and afl.com.au.

On this episode, I'm joined by Jacqui Green, a third-year hairdressing apprentice who's carving out a name for herself in the salon world. From early inspirations to hands-on experience and creative ambition, Jacqui shares what it’s really like training in one of the most dynamic and ever-evolving industries.

On this episode we’re diving into the incredible journey of Bernie Webb — a passionate aqua aerobics instructor who spent nearly 20 years inspiring people to move, laugh, and feel their best in the water. From first splashes to early challenges with music, Bernie’s story is all about making fitness fun.

Bassima Hawli is a proud resident of Melbourne’s northern suburbs for over 15 years, and a true community powerhouse. She's the CEO and founder of Platinum Medical Imaging, President of the Bassima Foundation, and a passionate advocate for women’s empowerment and social justice. From training and employing people from all walks of life to offering vital medical services for refugees and those in n...

Liza Meagher is a highly respected acting teacher and actor, with theatre credits including The Long Red Road, Zanders Boat and Dirty Dancing. Liza joins me on this episode to chat about her career, and how it all began.

Walking Football is a modified version of soccer, with no running, no contact, and the ball kept below waist height. Walking Football is a low pace, low stress, social way to help you get fit and healthy. President of Walking Football 4 Health Victoria, Mick Trim, joins me to chat about the sport and how it’s suitable for most people regardless of age, gender, culture or ability.

Sometimes with this podcast, it’s really difficult to fit an entire story into the limited time we have, and that was the case with my guest this episode. Dean Murphy is a broadcaster, motivational speaker, event producer, podcaster, author and high performance mindset coach…and to top it all off, he is also a springboard diving coach. Dean joins me to chat about his time in radio, entertainment,...

Shayne Mooney has certainly experienced the best and worst of the radio and television industry. From his first paid job in Warragul at the age of just 17, through to his training with an ex footballer, newsroom experience and connections with well known personalities, Shayne joins me to share his experiences in the industry…the good and the not so good.

On this episode of Talk All Things, I caught up with Wally Harrak, owner of Wally's World of Fishing, live on location...on the water!

Ian Torrance has a wealth of experience driving digital transformation, cybersecurity, and technology strategy across industries such as telecommunications, healthcare, government, finance, retail, mining, and critical infrastructure. Ian joins me to chat about cybersecurity and shares some tips on how we can better protect ourselves from risks online.

Being a stand-up comedian wasn’t always Kushi Venkatesh’s dream. Before captivating audiences and touring with renowned comedians, she was (and still is) a talented tennis player with aspirations of reaching the top. But whether by fate or circumstance, a shoulder injury put her tennis career on hold, paving the way for an unexpected journey into the world of comedy.

Dave Carter is an award-winning creative producer across all aspects of media including podcasts, radio, tv, and video content. He is currently the General Manager of Media Heads, a multi-award-winning content production company who love collaborating with clients to make great content, no matter the subject, scope, budget, or location.

Matt Newell is a versatile and dynamic performer with over 10 years experience across stage, screen, and Hobart radio. As a professional actor, commercial talent, musical theatre performer, presenter, stand-up comedian, voice artist, producer, and singer, Matt has honed his craft across multiple entertainment industries. After six years as a radio presenter, he transitioned to full-time freelance...

Darren Hill understands people like few others. A Behavioural Scientist, Darren studies people at work for a living. He has been working in the leadership and culture space for the past 2 decades. He is a country lad with a city brain, making him a great guy to talk business strategy with, and joins me on this episode to chat about Pragmatic Training and the what "lights him up".

In the first episode of season 5, Producer Daz hits JP up with some "this or that' questions...about food!

Ahead of a very busy week, JP was able to catch up with the jolly guy in the red suit live from the North Pole.

Oliver Hunter is a disability advocate, comedian, key note speaker and storyteller, and joins me on this episode of the podcast to chat about his experience living with a disability, performing on stage, and life as a new dad.

Nehal Jain is the Co-Founder of after, an unwearable textiles collections and recycling service for households and businesses; and also Founder of Trishlaa, a business aspiring to lead by example, showing that sustainable fashion is not just a trend but a necessary shift towards a more circular and inclusive economy.

Danielle Whitelaw is the General Manager of Woofers World, overseeing the operations of their dog walking, grooming salon and dog daycare and sleepover services, and joined me on this episode to chat about the business and the exciting things that are happening at Woofers HQ.

Dimitri Damianos is not only a successful sales consultant with the Buxton Real Estate Group, but also hosts a highly respected podcast, The Humble Climb, and also has spent years volunteering with major charities such as the Good Friday Appeal and World’s Greatest Shave.

Nick Smith discovered a passion for cooking at an early age, spending hours in the kitchen baking with his Nan. These days he is the Head Chef at an Aged Care Facility on the Gold Coast, and is also the owner/operator of East Coast Chicken, dishing up the best chicken burgers on the Coast.