Thriving Matters Podcast

Listen in as Daniel and I discuss 'thriving matters' in an education context. It was so good to have this conversation about the direct link between wellbeing and leadership - I do hope you enjoy this. Daniel shared his journey from being an educator to working in corporate communications and returning back to teaching, highlighting his experiences in diverse communities and the challenges of burn...

In this episode of Thriving Matters, our guest Eva Vennari discussed her journey of self-discovery and healing from chronic illnesses, including chronic fatigue, anxiety, insomnia, depression, fibromyalgia, and infertility. She shared how she initially sought medical help but was unsatisfied with the results and decided to take matters into her own hands. Eva discovered a method called mineral bal...

This episode my guest Breanna May discusses her love of how emotional intelligence has become the superpower in her personal and professional journey to date. A law degree didn't fulfil Breanna's inner quest and she moved into education. Working as a teenage mindset coach Breanna helped teenage girls navigate high school socially, emotionally, and academically. She noticed that the girls' emotiona...

Listeners, our guest this episode is Elizabeth Williamson, well known for her conflict resolution, improved relationships and resilience expertise and practice. This isn't the first time Liz and I have had a 'thriving matters' conversation and I guarantee you won't be disappointed. There are many gems in our latest chat including the latest in the Gottman Institute's research; her new chapter just...

Listeners, what you are going to be totally amazed at is Justine's moxie! Now some of you will know that "Moxie" means courage, determination, nerve, or energy. and our guest this episode have just this!   Listen in as we talk about wellbeing and self leadership - how Justine has managed her health diagnoses and the impact they have had on her life and work.   Justine talks openly about a life she...

Our guest, Sheela Edwards has had a rich career experience that now shows up clearly in the passion and purpose she has for early learning of our young generation. In this episode Sheela shares what she has learnt over her life and career that fuels her creativity and love for Early Childhood Education where 'love and play the Aurora way' is fundamental to her business and sense of service. We tal...

This episode with Dr Manoj was a joy. Not only does Manoj have an expert window on human suffering he has been an advocate for a way to utilise technology to empower teenagers and adults who are experiencing many mental and emotional health problems. Manoj strongly advocates that self awareness and understanding the power of our brain to find the inner intelligence within ourself. We spoke about h...

Our guest this episode of Thriving Matters is a true advocate of teachers and leaders globally. Kylie Captain totally gets 'striving to thriving' and her life story as she says, is 'always about the dream!" We talk about her childhood and adversity initially, but what stands out is Kylie's resilience and fortitude in breaking cycles and everything she does is based in strong purposeful relationshi...

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Linda Fisk, CEO of LeadHERship Global, a powerhouse advocate for women in business and leadership. Linda shares her own journey, insights, and the mission driving her to elevate women in leadership across industries. We explore her innovative strategies to empower female leaders, foster inclusive workplaces, and create meaningful impact on a global scale...

Adrian is a commercially driving marketer with 25 years of experience creating and building successful brands in FMCG, retail, and start-ups across Australia, the UK, and Developing Markets.  He works with and within ambitious growing businesses that want to disrupt and reframe existing categories for their superconsumers (unlocking more value through giving more value). He believes that this need...

In a world that is hurtling forward at a pace never experienced by previous generations, the literature and research we have access to is showing us some common threads about self awareness and how our wellbeing is c rucial to how we lead ourselves and others. You are going to absolutely love Alex Blake, our guest this episode of Thriving Matters podcast. Alex has a facsinating personal and profes...

Our guest is a global expert on how to build relationships with purpose and heart. Kingsley has lived and worked in six countries in the areas of Trade Promotion, Philanthropy and Diaspora Engagement. The Networking Institute is where he now passes on his knowledge from developing valuable networking skills across work and life experience. He believes strongly in the power of Networking, not just...

Listeners, Marti Spiegelman is our guest this episode. I ask you to make your favourite drink of choice and snuggle in to explore with us. Our conversation really covers so much more than what we have in this conversation, I really should call it Part 1! Marti has such a deep love of conscious connection and has explored many indigenous cultures and their love and use of story to keep their cultur...

Our episode is with the inimitable John Murray, Ireland's leading headshot photographer and all round great guy! John and I have known each other now for a few years and had the absolute privilege of meeting him in person earlier this year in Dublin- the city he knows and loves so well. We continue our exploration of how wellness and leadership with many antidotes and stories as only the Irish can...

Driven by a passion for bringing value back to people in business and creating a better future, Aveline Clarke believes that business is the perfect vehicle to generate the greatest amount of good in the world. As the co-host of the 6 Star Business Podcast and co-founder of the 6-Star Business Community, she engages with individuals who understand the importance of living with purpose in both busi...

Phillip and I have a educational leadership background which I'm sure you notice especially as we talked Reimagining Leadership, Inclusion, and Wellbeing, Divisiveness and Empowering Diverse Voices and Perspectives. Tune in as we explore the need for effective leadership and the influence individuals can have on shaping the future. We highlighted the importance of leaders being inclusive and not p...

I caught up with Matt Bliss whilst in the UK earlier this year where we did talk "Global Matters' especially about leadership and thriving. I hope you will enjoy the depth of the conversation that includes government decision making post covid and the insights about autonomy, voice, micro- management, change management, the importance of people data and opportunity to develop people. Matt shares h...

Listen in with us as Sarah Morse and I share an incredible self journey through her nursing career that has impacted how she now shares her story and passion for thriving. We talk about her personal daily thriving routine and how that helps shape a 5 Point Framework that grounds her speaking and facilitation work and more importantly incorporates her life experience with World Vision at the age of...

You will love our conversation with Azeem Saheer 'Human Capitalist' who gives us an all encompassing new 'living' definition of being emotionally rich! Azeem has just celebrated reaching 100 episodes of EI Cafe Podcast that explores how knowing nothing about hosting a podcast developed an effective learning platform as a reult of covid. You can hear his excitement about the in person 100th episode...

Whats your daily ritual that you honour each day? Our conversation is with Joanne Brookes, a gal that really has thrived through thick and thin over her career and life. I've know Joanne for a while now and It never ceases to disappoint when we get together because we can't help ourselves - we always have so much to share with each other! Listen in as Joanne starts with her story as an introverted...

You are in for another treat! Our guest is Elizabeth Williamson, Founder, and Owner as well as Resilience, Relationships and Conflict Resolution Expert. Elizabeth has an incredible personal story that she shares with us this episode of Thriving Matters podcast that I know you will be glued to! In her personal life, Elizabeth has faced many physical challenges, including surgery in 2012 to remove a...

Cathy Derksen is a gal who really brings out the best in herself and her community. and she will tell you that you too can bring 'life to your life!' I recently meet Cathy whilst speaking on a Women's Global Business Virtual conference hosted by Annie Gibbons all about 'Grit and Grace' Grab a drink of choice and listen in as Cathy shares her 'why' she does what she does now and how her previous ca...

Listeners, we all have stories to share that incorporate how we have been focusing on our overall wellbeing especially healing ourselves. Kerry Dell has a fabulous story that we share with you this episode of #thrivingmatterspodcast. Kerry immigrated to New Zealand from South Africa and hasn't looked back! Listeners you know when you've met a kindred spirit and the conversation just flows don't yo...

We have a sensational guest this episode - Rachel Pietsch who just loves a good voice. And what a gem she is for any one wanting to finesse their speaking, breathing and singing skills for any reason and any career. Rachel just loves her work because 'it energises me!' We explore the uniqueness of our voice and the wholistic environment that needs to treat sleep, nutrition, hydration and emotions...

Our guest this episode is the beautiful Sonya Furlong, an Adelaide 'gal' who shares her story of transformation - how she wanted to give back and align her values after a 15 year film industry career. Five years ago Sonya started her own business of Life Coaching and discovered that NLP made all the difference for her own life journey. Feeling restricted by a full time job and a relationship break...