Transforming the Game

Most leaders don’t have a strategy problem. They have a visibility + execution problem. In this episode of Transforming the Game, Kristina sits down with Billy Ray Taylor - creator of LinkedXL and author of The Winning Link, to break down what modern leadership actually looks like when it’s real: clear standards, visible scoreboards, and a rhythm that drives ownership. Billy doesn’t talk leadershi...

What actually makes customers stay loyal in a world where products are copied overnight, AI is replacing human touchpoints, and every business is chasing efficiency? In this episode of Transforming the Game , Kristina Katsanevas sits down with global customer experience and leadership authority Joseph Michelli . Joseph is an organisational psychologist, bestselling author, and keynote speaker who...

Most high performers don’t have a discipline problem. They have a recovery + biology problem. In this episode of Transforming the Game, Kristina Katsanevas sits down with Michael O’Sullivan - mind and body performance coach, NLP practitioner, nutritionist, and CEO/Founder of Elite Power Moves (EPM) - to break down why “train more, eat less” keeps ambitious people tired, stuck, and underperforming....

Most entrepreneurs want to grow big but don’t know the real math that drives profits or how to build a culture that keeps talent and fuels scale. Adam Coffey, CEO with 21 years at the helm, author of four #1 business bestsellers, and private equity veteran behind 58 company acquisitions and $2.5 billion in exits, breaks down exactly how to get it right-first small, then big. In this episode, Adam...

Dr. Nadine Macaluso, known as Dr. Nae, is the real-life inspiration behind Naomi Belfort in The Wolf of Wall Street . But this conversation is not about Hollywood. It’s about healing, empowerment, and reclaiming your life. About Dr Nae: Dr. Nadine Macaluso, known to her patients as Dr. Nae, is the real-life inspiration behind Naomi Belfort's character in "The Wolf of Wall Street." She survived a t...

In this revealing episode, I sit down with John Parsiani the strategic force behind Parsiani Real Estate, a leading name shaping Miami’s skyline and luxury market. Far from a typical agent, John combines razor-sharp human insight, relentless discipline, and a $5 billion sales playbook to master high-stakes deals where trust is the true currency. We explore John’s inspiring journey from war-torn Sh...

What happens when you sit down with one of Australia’s most beloved comedians and media personalities, the conversation digs deeper than the punchlines? In this episode of Transforming the Game , Kristina Katsanevas chats with David "Hughesy" Hughes comedian, radio and TV icon, and one of the quickest-witted Aussies you’ll ever meet. Beyond the jokes, Hughesy shares raw, hilarious, and surprisingl...

Winning the Second Half: Matt Elliott & Susan Pearce on Re-Engineering the Mind for Sustainable Success What if the greatest game you'll ever play is the one inside your mind? Why You Need to Listen Discover why it’s never too late to win your second half Turn pressure and failure into growth opportunities Explore neuroscience behind change, emotion, and habits Hear behind-the-scenes stories f...

In this episode of Transforming the Game , Kristina Katsanevas sits down with Caroline Jean-Baptiste finance strategist, mentor, entrepreneur, and author of The Leverage Effect to unpack what it really means to build wealth as a self-employed woman. In this conversation, they break down: How to tell the difference between good debt and bad debt What leverage really means—and why it’s a game-change...

What does leadership look like when the stakes are life and death then again when the mission becomes meaning? In this episode of Transforming the Game , Kristina Katsanevas sits down with Colonel Michael Scott CSC, a decorated Australian Army officer turned CEO, author, and founder of the 2023 Foundation, whose mission is to educate and empower others through firsthand experience and truth-seekin...

What does it take to build a business that goes beyond balance sheets and leaves a legacy? In this episode of Founders 15 of Fame , a segment of Transforming the Game , host Kristina Katsanevas sits down with Vishnu Naidu — Chartered Accountant, entrepreneur, and founder of Your Business Group (YBG) — to unpack what real success looks like when profit meets purpose. After more than 30 years in acc...

🎙️ Founders 15 of Fame | Nicholas Hamilton on Building Hamilton I&E, Making the Complex Simple & Scaling in Heavy Industry What does it take to compete with multinational giants—and win—as a specialist in one of the toughest industries in the world? In this episode of Founders 15 of Fame , I sit down with Nicholas Hamilton, founder of Hamilton I&E, to unpack his journey from oil and ga...

What happens when a pharmacist of 20 years realizes medicine alone isn’t enough, and turns to the subconscious mind as the key to transformation, fulfillment, and energy? In this inspiring Founders 15 of Fame episode, I sit down with Skye Swift—a pharmacist, entrepreneur, and health optimization facilitator based in Australia. Skye shares her personal journey from constant striving to deep fulfill...

Frank Greeff on Authenticity, Hustle & Kinso AI | Transforming the Game Podcast A bold ambition that ruined his parents’ chance to sell the business they’d built their entire lives… Frank Greeff had no option but to take it all the way. That drive turned him from a young chef into a tech founder who went on to sell his company for $180 million by 29. In this episode of Transforming the Game ,...

From Detention to Diplomacy: Jeremy Donovan on Healing, Culture & Legacy | Transforming the Game Podcast What if your first keynote was at the United Nations—and your second was opening the Sydney Olympics? From growing up in foster care and facing the juvenile justice system… to performing on the world stage and becoming one of Australia's most respected cultural healers, Jeremy Donovan’s sto...

Welcome to Founders 15 of Fame | Sisu Canberra: The Studio Healing Trauma, Performance & the Nervous System Welcome to Founders 15 of Fame —the raw, unfiltered segment of Transforming the Game where we go behind the brand, behind the logo, and straight into the minds of the founders changing the way we live, work, and heal. In an age of AI and automation, it’s easy to forget there are real peo...

Beyond CEO: Jim Keyes on Building Empires, Disrupting Limits & Redefining Legacy What happens when a kid from a plumbing-less home grows into the powerhouse who ran two of the most iconic global brands—and still believes he’s just getting started? In this elite episode of Transforming the Game , host Kristina Katsanevas goes deep with Jim Keyes—former CEO of 7-Eleven and Blockbuster, pilot, ar...

🎙️ Transforming Business with Hugh Hilton Billion-Dollar Deals, the Six C’s of Success & Finding Fun in the Game What happens when an $8 billion dealmaker breaks down success into six simple principles? In this powerhouse episode of Transforming the Game , Kristina Katsanevas sits down with the legendary Hugh Hilton —a global real estate magnate, private equity expert, and personal coach to JT...

🎙 Markets to Millionaire: Katie Kay’s Journey What happens when resilience meets unapologetic vision? Katie Kay didn’t just transform her life—she transformed the game. In this raw and powerful episode, Kristina Katsanevas sits down with serial entrepreneur Katie Kay , who went from being kicked out of home at 19 to negotiating royalty-based exits and dominating male-led industries like constructi...

  🎙️ From Homeless at 12 to Pro Football Star | Luis Ruiz on Focus, Faith & Football | Transforming the Game Podcast How does a boy with no shoes, sleeping in parks, go on to play against Ronaldo , Ronaldinho , and Thierry Henry —then build a global football academy impacting 5,000+ kids? Meet Luis Ruiz , the Costa Rican powerhouse behind Ruiz Football Academy ( www.ruizfootballacademy.com ) a...

A masterclass in managing difficult people, de-escalating tension, and reclaiming power in high-conflict situations — without turning toxic. Meet Gabe Karp former trial attorney turned venture capitalist, and author of the brilliant book Don’t Get Mad at Penguins . With a career built in the courtroom, the boardroom, and startup war rooms, Gabe knows how to turn tension into traction. He’s not afr...

Mason Sawyer | The 1090 Way to Live After Loss “You can know you're going to lose, but how you fight still matters.” – Mason Sawyer After losing five members of his family in a tragic car accident in 2021, Mason Sawyer did what many couldn’t—he chose to stay in the fight. We explore the incredible story of his brother Race —a fighter who said yes to life, even when the odds were stacked against hi...

🎙️ Show Me the Money: Inside the Business of Sports with Phil Stoneman  In this power-packed episode of Transforming the Game , Kristina Katsanevas sits down with Phil Stoneman , founder and CEO of M5 Management and one of Australia’s leading authorities in sports management, athlete representation, and sponsorship strategy. From negotiating multi-million-dollar deals with global giants like Lexma...

Robb Evans is a global fitness authority, dedicated to transforming lives through tailored health and wellness solutions. As the founder of Studioz Personal Training and 36 years of health, fitness, and nutrition experience, Robb operates on a global scale, providing life results for health and fitness and does it through accountability, coaching clients worldwide. His ventures include innovative...

In this engaging conversation, Kristina Katsanevas interviews Melanie Petrinec, a prominent figure in Australian journalism, discussing her journey, the evolving media landscape, and the essential qualities for success in journalism. They explore the challenges of maintaining ethical standards in an age of fake news, the impact of technology, and the importance of understanding audience dynamics....