The Good People Podcast

Send us Fan Mail David McNamara is the CEO of one of the world's oldest food relief charities, Foodbank .  He is one of the most humble and generous people you will ever meet, and in this episode he talks about how he, as a young IT professional ends up at the helm of an organisation, which is feeding 50,000 people every day David's message is clear.  Solving food insecurity for vulnerab...

Send us Fan Mail Amanda Thompson from Endurance Financial is an award winning financial advisor, and 3 time World Ironman Qualifier, who has taken life by the horns, but not without her fair share of challenges. She was a  high flying corporate financial advisor who was working HARD to provide for her family,  but a life saving 4 week stint in hospital gave her the jolt she needed to change her pe...

Send us Fan Mail Andrew Hansen from the legendary "The Chaser" tv show joins us on The Good People Podcast, bringing his very lively and detailed account of how he found himself tangled up in one of the most popular and risky comedy tv shows of the the 2000's. As well as his live comedy shows, he's also an author, and has released his own children's books co authored with...

Send us Fan Mail Liliana Bravo migrated to Australia to create a new life for herself. One where she could learn English, further her education, create her own business, and make social change in an environment which is far safer than her home land. For better or for worse, she launched her business Casa Bonita Lifestyle just before the COVID outbreak, which created many challenges, but also broug...

Send us Fan Mail One fateful day, A young arts graduate who was backpacking through Ireland walked into the Dublin store of one of the worlds largest cosmetics companies, looking for work. Little did she know that this would be the start of a very successful career, which took her all over the world, and solidified her ethics and values,  but whose demands also took a huge mental toll, leaving her...

Send us Fan Mail Phoebe Preuss is the Co Founder of Living Koko ,  a company which creates delicious chocolatey treats in Melbourne, Australia. But dig a little deeper, and you'll find that she is an amazing person who's values and ethics are changing the lives of an entire supply chain, through the importation of the Samoan grown Koko or Cacao bean. Phoebe takes us on a journey in this...

Send us Fan Mail Tommy Quick is the definition of inspiration! At just 12 years old, the sport loving  boys life would change forever, when he suffered a stroke.  Tommy had to learn to walk again, talk again, and get his life back, but this wouldn't stop him from eventually achieving some incredible things. After already hiking the Kokoda Trail, he is in the process of completing his 4 Points...

Send us Fan Mail Lorien Parker AKA "Dr Loz" is one smart cookie! She has a PHD in Bio Chemistry, has launched science experiments into space, and was listed as a top 100 most influential women in the Australian Financial Review! In this episode of The Good People Podcast we explore how Dr Loz went from a career in cancer treatment research, to championing STEM learning, and making it acc...

Send us Fan Mail Athena Thompson from Tech Lever is a one of a kind. Although you'll mostly find her lurking around in background, you can bet your bottom dollar she's moving and shaking, and busy helping someone bring their project to life. She loves nothing more than seeing others succeed, especially if she had a hand in it.  Athena has recently been recognised with a nomination for Ci...

Send us Fan Mail Chris Gooden is the owner of the infamous Seddon Deadly Sins cafe in Seddon, Victoria, but what most people don't know is the incredible story of the man who will travel to the other side of Australia, just to help people out.  He's supported Aussie athletes at international competition, volunteered at crisis accomodation, spearheaded massive social change, and was award...

Send us Fan Mail John Ng - is more than just a previous citizen of the year, or the many billboards you see him on. He's a self made man, who migrated to Australia chasing love and dreams of a better life. After finally getting citizenship and gaining full time employment, he became disenchanted with his job and all the moral issues that go hand in hand with working for a big 4 bank,  John de...

Send us Fan Mail This episode with Jules Brooke is one for the ages. Rarely will you meet a person with such interesting stories about their past, from impulsive and dangerous travel stories, to creating an array of businesses which have led to some incredible encounters. Jules has made it her mission to empower women in both business and in life, and has her own amazing podcast with hundreds of i...

Send us Fan Mail Subscribe to this channel, and never miss any of the amazing stories from The Good People Podcast    Justin Anderson is an Actor, Producer, and Director, who has appeared in nearly EVERY good Australian drama in the past 20+ years.  He’s also the co Founder of Bitten By Productions, a Melbourne based production company. Justin’s also been involved in disaster relief for a long tim...

Send us Fan Mail Sheridan Rose Shaw is the Creative Director at the multi awarding winning Mama West, a group of women led businesses based in the inner west of Melbourne, who set out to build a vibrant community and co-working space of cool people, creators and brands.  We spoke to her about how she got to where she is today, including all the highs and lows, along the way.  Sheridan openly tells...

Send us Fan Mail Kate Tapping set out to change the world $10 at a time  when she created Write The World Notebooks, a great little business that has made a BIG difference. Each notebook has a name, and the designs are all unique collaborations with artists and photographers,  but the kicker is, the total amount spent on each notebook goes to effective charities,  which blows our mind!!  We spoke...