The Wisdom Of... with Simon Bowen

In this episode of 'The Wisdom Of' Show, host Simon Bowen explores entrepreneurial wisdom with Brian Smith, founder of UGG Imports. From a $500 investment to a billion-dollar global phenomenon, Brian shares his remarkable journey of transforming Australian sheepskin boots into an iconic American brand. With raw honesty and deep insight, he reveals the challenges, pivotal moments, and unconventiona...

In this episode of 'The Wisdom Of' Show, host Simon Bowen explores entrepreneurial wisdom with Carl Hartmann, a multi-award-winning Australian serial entrepreneur known for co-founding Temando, Compono, and Lyre's Non-Alcoholic Spirit Co. From leading distributed teams to creating companies capable of deca-million-dollar exits, Carl shares invaluable insights on scaling businesses and fostering in...

In this episode of 'The Wisdom Of' Show, host Simon Bowen explores groundbreaking research on Alzheimer's disease with Dr. Dale Bredesen, renowned neurodegenerative scientist and CEO of the Buck Institute for Age Research. From challenging medical paradigms to developing revolutionary treatments, Dr. Bredesen shares crucial insights on preventing and reversing neurodegenerative diseases, along wit...

In this episode of 'The Wisdom Of' Show, host Simon Bowen explores the transformative impact of AI with Dr. Sean Gallagher, founder of Humanova and leading expert on the future of work. From redefining workplace dynamics to embracing AI integration, Dr. Gallagher shares crucial insights on leadership, innovation, and maintaining humanity in an increasingly automated world. Ready to unlock your lea...

In this episode of 'The Wisdom Of' Show, Simon Bowen explores transformative insights with Kim McDonnell, founder of Thankful and visionary social impact entrepreneur. From her roots in Mount Isa's outback to speaking at the United Nations, Kim shares powerful lessons about turning gratitude into action, creating authentic purpose-driven organizations, and catalyzing global change through intercon...

In this episode of 'The Wisdom Of' Show, Simon Bowen explores transformative leadership insights with Bruce Cardenas, former LAPD officer and Chief Communications Officer of Quest Nutrition. From his decorated 20-year service in law enforcement to helping lead Quest Nutrition to a $1 billion exit, Bruce shares powerful lessons about authentic leadership, human connection, and building remarkable c...

In this episode of 'The Wisdom Of' Show, host Simon Bowen explores the essence of high performance with Rich Diviney, former Navy SEAL officer and author of "The Attributes." Drawing from his extensive military experience and work with corporate leaders, Rich shares profound insights on optimal performance, team dynamics, and the crucial distinction between attributes and skills in leadership effe...

In this episode of 'The Wisdom Of' Show, host Simon Bowen engages with David Kenney, founder of StartGrowth and veteran startup advisor, about the art of capital allocation, building investable businesses, and the fundamental principles that drive entrepreneurial success. From his early days selling orange juice subscriptions at 14 to helping raise billions in capital, David shares profound insigh...

If 2024 has shown us anything, it is that as complexity grows and attention spans shrink, truly great leaders who embody original genius and empower global stewardship are needed now more than ever.  In this special episode of 'The Wisdom Of' Show, host Simon Bowen reflects on the most impactful conversations and insights from 2024, featuring profound wisdom from Shaolin master Shi Heng Yi, B...

In this episode of 'The Wisdom Of' Show, host Simon Bowen speaks with Beverley Garside, CEO of the Thyroid Foundation, about her 30-year journey in patient advocacy, leading volunteer teams, and the importance of stewardship in healthcare advocacy. Beverley shares profound insights on patient care, volunteer engagement, and maintaining organizational integrity in an age of misinformation. Ready to...

In this episode of 'The Wisdom Of' Show, host Simon Bowen sits down with Graham "Skroo" Turner, co-founder and CEO of Flight Centre, one of the world's largest travel agencies. From starting with a single bus in Europe to building a global travel empire, Turner shares invaluable insights on leadership, organizational structure, and maintaining relevance in a rapidly changing industry. Ready to unl...

In this episode of 'The Wisdom Of' Show, host Simon Bowen engages in a deep conversation with Matt Purcell, brand strategist, musician, and social impact leader. From his personal journey of overcoming childhood bullying to becoming one of Australia's leading brand strategists, Matt shares profound insights on authenticity, personal branding, and building resilience in today's complex world. Ready...

In this episode of 'The Wisdom Of' Show, host Simon Bowen engages in an insightful conversation with John Hardy, a titan of Australian retail who has led multiple national brands including Godfreys, Barbecues Galore, and Amart Furniture to remarkable success. With over four decades of retail experience, John shares his proven approach to building sales cultures and transforming retail businesses....

In this episode of 'The Wisdom Of' Show, host Simon Bowen engages in a fascinating conversation with Larry Namer, founder of E! Entertainment and pioneering media entrepreneur. From creating a global entertainment empire to successfully navigating cross-cultural media ventures in China and beyond, Larry shares invaluable insights on leadership, innovation, and the future of entertainment. Ready to...

In this episode of 'The Wisdom Of' Show, host Simon Bowen engages in an inspiring conversation with Marci Zaroff, pioneering entrepreneur and founder of multiple sustainable businesses. As the person who coined the term "eco-fashion" in 1995, Marci shares her journey of transforming industries through sustainable practices and her vision for business as a force for positive change. Ready to unlock...

In this episode of 'The Wisdom Of' Show, host Simon Bowen engages in an insightful conversation with Anuradha Muralidharan, COO at Expensify. From joining the company in 2015 without a defined role to driving major innovations, she shares her unique perspective on leadership, innovation, and navigating rapid technological change in the modern business landscape. Ready to unlock your leadership pot...

In this episode of 'The Wisdom Of' Show, host Simon Bowen engages in a compelling conversation with Kristina Karlsson, founder of Kikki K and Dream Life. Kristina shares her remarkable journey from starting a stationery business in Australia to building a global retail empire, and how she navigated both tremendous success and significant challenges with resilience and wisdom. 🚀 Ready to unlock yo...

In this episode of 'The Wisdom Of' Show, host Simon Bowen engages in a profound conversation with Shi Heng Yi, a 35th Generation Shaolin Master and headmaster of the Shaolin Temple Europe. They explore the intersection of martial arts, Buddhist practices, and their relevance to modern leadership and personal development. Ready to unlock your leadership potential and drive real change? Join Simon's...

In this episode of 'The Wisdom Of' Show, host Simon Bowen engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Charlene Li, a renowned expert in disruptive transformation, leadership, and the future of work. Charlene shares invaluable insights on embracing disruption, fostering meaningful relationships in the digital age, and unlocking human potential in the workplace. 🚀 Ready to unlock your leadersh...

In this episode of 'The Wisdom Of' Show, host Simon Bowen engages in an enlightening conversation with Dr. Kimberly Nicholas, a sustainability scientist and author. They discuss the urgent need for climate action, the role of individuals and businesses in addressing the climate crisis, and how to maintain hope while facing global challenges. 🚀 Ready to unlock your leadership potential and drive r...

In this episode of 'The Wisdom Of' Show, host Simon Bowen engages in a stimulating conversation with Alison Covington, founder of Good360 Australia. Transitioning from a successful career in retail and IT to the non-profit sector, Alison discusses her inspirational journey and the founding of Good360. The conversation delves into the significant shift and accomplishments of Alison and her team in...

In this episode of 'The Wisdom of Show,' host Simon Bowen engages in a deep conversation with accredited futurist Dr. Ben, exploring the dynamic and rapidly changing landscape of leadership in modern times. Dr. Ben, formerly the head of the future of work at PwC Australia and an award winner for his work in the Asia Pacific region, delves into the principles of futurism and explains why traditiona...

In this episode of 'The Wisdom of… Show,' host Simon Bowen converses with Dominic Price, Atlassian's Resident Work Futurist. They discuss the importance of impactful leadership and the passing of wisdom to future generations. Dominic shares his journey, the created role at Atlassian, and the company’s mission of enhancing teamwork. The conversation covers various topics including the complexities...

In this episode of 'The Wisdom Show', host Simon Bowen engages in an enlightening conversation with Leslie Shannon, Nokia's Head of Trend and Innovation Scouting. They explore the essence of impactful leadership, emerging technologies, and the role of wisdom behind genius in today's complex world. Leslie explains Nokia's transformation from a mobile phone manufacturer to a network company, details...

In this powerful episode of 'The Wisdom Of,' Simon Bowen sits down with Rosie Batty, a fearless advocate against family violence and one of Australia's most impactful change-makers. 🔍 Uncover the journey that transformed personal tragedy into a nationwide movement 💡 Explore the power of deep, complex thinking in driving societal change 🏆 Learn how Rosie's decade-long crusade has reshaped polici...