John Coutis was born with a severe disability that rendered his legs useless, John defied medical opinion by refusing to die. Today John speaks all around the world to tens of thousands, whom he leaves breathless. John plays a significant role in schools all around the world. John has been invited into more than 4,000 achools throughout the world. John shares a terrific chat with Matt discussing what gets John upset, how his humour translates throughout the different countries and they find a co...
Mar 11, 2018•35 min•Ep. 64
Tom O'Toole is arguably the most well known baker in the country. From humble beginnings, he took the Beechworth Bakery (and the town of Beechworth) to a must see tourist attraction. Tom has travelled the globe as a corporate speaker sharing his wisdom for a successful business and life. And now, with his good mate Keith, and his treasured 1930 Model A Ford, his travelling from one side of the country to the other to raise money and awareness for childhood cancer and the Fiona Ellsie -Foundation...
Mar 07, 2018•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 63
Matt shares a terrific insight into the world of Stand Up Comedy with one of the hardest working Stand Up Comedians in the business, Darren Sanders. Darren has been a Stand Up comedian for over 25 years, heshares with Matt his tv show and why it wasn't as big as it could've been and his big goals for the future.
Mar 04, 2018•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 62
Matt shares a great chat with former Police Negotiator, Kevin Hamer. Kevin discusses the highs and lows of his time negotiating with highly stressed individuals who were ready to harm themselves or others. Kevin shares stories of the times when he successful calmed the stressful situation and sadly, the times when he didn't. Don't miss this one! It is a very compelling chat with a remarkable man. Warning: recommended for mature audiences. This Coffee Chat is proudly supported by Monochrome Coffe...
Feb 28, 2018•56 min•Ep. 61
Matt and Luke carry on where they left off in Part One. Luke talks honestly and openly about his social anxiety and his new book, 'Sex, Drugs and a Buddhist Monk'. They discuss ego, attachment and that inner voice. Luke talks about his divorce and why he blames society for why they got married. He explains the unique relationship he now enjoys with his ex-wife, what happen with their so-called friends and the book they are writing together....
Feb 26, 2018•53 min•Ep. 60
Matt shares a chat with author or 'Stabbed Ego' and 'Sex, Drugs and a Buddhist Monk', Luke S. Kennedy. Luke tells some dark tales of a life growing up as an insecure overweight kid who only found acceptance from gangs and violence. Luke starting seeing too many of his friends die in front of him (sometimes right in his arms) and he knew his life had to change. Luke's story is one of deep sadness but also one of much inspiration as he now lives his life to the fullest and inspires thousands throu...
Feb 22, 2018•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 59
Darren Burns played professional rugby league and had a checkered career with many highs and lows. In his chat with Matt, Darren shares some of those highlights and lowlights including the coaches he loved and loathed. These days, Darren is a Development Officer for the Brisbane Broncos and he is passionate about showing school kids the many positives in playing team sport. This episode of Coffee Chats proudly supported by Monochrome Coffee Co.
Feb 18, 2018•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 58
How do you think you would go not buying anything new for twelve months? No new clothes, no new accessories, no new toys, books, nothing! That's exactly what Matt's guest did back in 2013 and in the process she saved over $50,000 and then she wrote a book about it. Matt sits down with author of 'Underspent' and the woman who quit shopping for one whole year, Rachel Smith
Feb 15, 2018•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 57
Matt shares a wonderful, fun and engaging chat with much-loved breakfast radio announcer, Caroline Hutchinson. Caroline shares so freely about her life growing up, her radio career, why she had to try politics, what she really thinks of her co-star Mark and the unusual job she took many years ago to make ends meet!! This is definitely not a Coffee Chat you want to miss!
Feb 11, 2018•1 hr 38 min•Ep. 56
Matt was initially looking forward to chatting with Robbi about her time as a Clown Doctor, but what came out of their conversation was so much more. From her younger days as an actress on television, singing on the Midday Show with Ray Martin, being adopted, anxiety, depression, relationships, business obstacles, and so much more. It's a wonderful chat with an even more wonderful woman.
Feb 07, 2018•1 hr 56 min•Ep. 55
Anisa is a nationally recognised spoken word poet, performer and educator. She is the Queensland Slam Poetry champion 2016 and placed second in the Australian National Slam Poetry finals 2017 and has performed her poetry at the Sydney Opera house. Anisa is the co-founder of poetry group 'Voices of Colour' which aims to elevate the voices of young people of colour and encourages them to engage with social justice issues. Anisa shares a Coffee Chat with Matt and discusses her move to Australia, he...
Feb 04, 2018•50 min•Ep. 54
Helen was initially attracted to Mike after seeing his online dating profile which stated his goal to cycle around the world. By their second date, they had began planning the massive journey. When they were in Australia they dropped in to share with Matt the ups and downs of their journey so far. Both Mike and Helen open up to Matt about their own depression and anxiety and why this cycling journey was their way of raising awareness for mental health. Don't miss this great conversation with two...
Jan 31, 2018•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 53
Lisa is one of the country's fittest females, however she has endured many obstacles along her journey. Lisa was lucky to survive after a car accident in South Africa when a drunk driver ran a red light and launched her little VW Beetle around a telegraph pole. But Lisa is grateful for that moment as it has made her extra determined to live an amazing life. She has now made Byron Bay, NSW her home and spends her days looking after her children, training Aussie celebrities and preparing the annua...
Jan 28, 2018•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 52
'When Coffee meets Wine' Matt chats with hugely successful online TV show host, Tam Wrigley. The Wine O'Clock Show has built a huge online following with over 3 million views of the fun, engaging talk show. Tam has had many Australian household names on her show including, Tom Williams, Sophie Falkiner, Osher Gunsberg, Steve 'Commando' Willis, Larry Emdur and many, many more. Tam shares her roller coaster journey including the weekly trips to Sydney or Melbourne, her dreams for the future and Ma...
Jan 24, 2018•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 51
Matt chats with professional triathlete, Katy Booth (nee Duffield). Katy shares her triathlon journey discussing the pros and cons of life as a pro triathlete, the competitive relationship she enjoys with her sisters including her twin sister, Michelle Duffield (also a professional triathlete) and what drives her to run, cycle and swim further in one day than most people go on their holidays! This episode of Coffee Chats supported by Monochrome Coffee Co.
Jan 21, 2018•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 50
Sadly, bullying is a hot topic at the moment. Matt shares a great Coffee Chat with Bullying Expert and author of 'From Bullied To Brilliant', Karen Clarke. Bullying in schools, bullying in the workplace, what constitutes bullying? How can parents best assist their kids who are being bullied? Karen discusses all elements of bullying but be warned...some of Karen points will shock you. This Coffee Chat is proudly supported by Monochrome Coffee Company.
Jan 17, 2018•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 49
As a youngster, Con Lazos was a nationally ranked swimmer, but fell in love with martial arts after watching one too many Bruce Lee movies. He has travelled the world as a Body Guard, spent time as a school teacher (where he purposefully picked fights with the students to stop them fighting each other) and nowadays runs a very successful martial arts business Fusion Martial Arts. This episode of Coffee Chats with Matt Collins is supported by Monochrome Coffee Co.
Jan 14, 2018•44 min•Ep. 48
With book titles like 'Crazy Sh*t in Asia' and 'Abroad, Broke & Busted', you know travel Author, Matt Towner's stories from afar aren't going to be like the ones you hear in Lonely Planet. Matt shares some of his incredible overseas journeys including his near fatal motorbike accident in the jungles of Thailand and the adventurs as a 'gem stone gypsy' travelling the world dodging customs officers. This Coffee Chat is sponsored by Monochrome Coffee Co.
Jan 10, 2018•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 47
You'd think with eight children there'd be no time for anything else, but Matt's guest has set up the Boots4Kids program providing footy boots for the kids that need them. Shaun Slater shares with Matt the ups and downs of his life with eight children, the moment that sparked his passion to collect footy boots for needy kids and what he does when he gets five minutes time to himself! Contact Shaun at the 'BootsFourKids' facebook page
Jan 07, 2018•52 min•Ep. 46
Matt shares an honest and indepth chat with leading Dating Coach, Chris Manak. Through his workshops, Chris teaches his single clients not only how to approach and meet women (and how to get more dates), but also how to become a happier, more confident and more attractive version of yourself.
Jan 03, 2018•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 45
On the eve of what will be a big social, drunken event tonight for many, Matt chats with the CEO and Founder of Hello Sunday Morning , Chris Raine. At 22, and after many drunken nights, Chris decided he would go alcohol free for a year to see what life would be like without it. Oh how his life changed. Chris created 'Hello Sunday Morning' to allow others to enjoy living life alcohol free. Fast forward to today and his organisation has over 100,000 registered participants living life without alco...
Dec 31, 2017•45 min•Ep. 44
If you have an interest in the personal development sector, you have probably heard of Craig Harper. Craig is like a motivational 'sledge hammer'. Craig is an exercise scientist, corporate speaker, consultant, University lecturer, AFL conditioning coach, radio host, TV presenter and writer. His books include 'Fatitude' and 'Pull Your Finger Out'. With The birth of a New Year literally hours away, tune in tonight to hear from one of the best to make next year your best year yet!...
Dec 27, 2017•53 min•Ep. 43
20 years ago, Annette weighed 100kg and after seeing a photo her 'friend' had taken of Annette in her swimsuit at the beach she knew it was time to make some changes. Not only did Annette lose 35 kilos in the next year and a half, she also started a journey which has catapulted her into every tv station and newsagency across the country. Annette's low fat cook book series, Symply Too Good have sold over 4 million copies nation wide and climbing. Annette shares Matt the ups and downs of her succe...
Dec 24, 2017•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 42
In May of 2015, successful banking executive Darron Eastwell took the bike ride of his life. In fact, it almost ended his life. He started the day with a goodbye kiss for his wife, and ended that same day in an Intensive Care Unit with severe and lifelong injuries. Darron has since wrote a book recalling the small amounts he can remember called 'The Day I Broke My Brain'. Enjoy this chat with a man very lucky to be alive!
Dec 20, 2017•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 41
From the age of four, Nathan Tessman (aka MC Wheels) has spent his days confined to a wheel chair and for many years he struggled to see a positive vision for his life. That was until he found music and quite literally 'found his voice'. MC Wheels has worked with some of the biggest names in Australian Hip Hop, including BLISS N ESO. Don't miss this in-depth chat with a young guy who is focused on his abilities, not his disability.
Dec 17, 2017•28 min•Ep. 40
Asia Penelope talks honestly with Matt about her journey in the plus size modelling world, bad relationships and why in the past she didn't love herself. Asia's successful journey is even more impressive when you hear the challenging times she has had to overcome to get to where she is today. If you have ever had body issues or low self esteem, this is one not to miss.
Dec 13, 2017•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 39
At one point, Dale Shearer was the highest paid Rugby League player, which is doubly impressive given he was his own manager. Dale shares with Matt stories from his playing days including days when he would do a day's work and then play in a major final and his thoughts on the coaching ability of Wayne Bennett. Dale talks about family life, including how proud he is of his two boys and why he doesn't think they should've gone to university. Dale has had a rough few years but his future looks bri...
Dec 10, 2017•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 38
For many people, turning 50 is a scary time. Not so Jo Drennan. Matt shares a fun chat with a woman who (at 50) is starting a whole new life! Jo has made a promise to herself to make the 'rest' of her life, the 'best' of her life. From jumping out of planes, learning to swim and even enduring her first Brazilian (not the tanned, handsome foreigner kind). Jo shares what her planes are for her fifties and beyond!
Dec 06, 2017•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 37
Matt shares a chat with one of this countries most elusive criminals and the man behind the daring helicopter prison escape, John Killick. John has spent the majority of his adult life in a jail cell. He has had well known neighbours such as Ivan Milat and Brendan Abbott. In their chat, John talks about his life as a bank robber and how he had no choice but to rob banks. He explains the 'prison code' and his advice to young people who are at risk of going down the same path he did. John talks ab...
Dec 03, 2017•32 min•Ep. 36
Like many women, Lisa is focused on her health and fitness, she is driven by her career and she would do anything for her husband and two amazing young boys. The difference is one of those boys needs a little extra focus and attention. Well, a lot actually. In their chat, Lisa shares what a typical day looks like for a parent of a child with special needs, how the special school system differs from that of 'main stream' schools and how it has affected her relationship with her husband and her yo...
Nov 29, 2017•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 35
