How did the founder of Boost Juice begin her industry defining journey? What are the tangible moments along the way that allowed her to change the game? After leaving high-school at just 16, Janine Allis' meteoric rise to the top of corporate Australia is unparalleled. But what did it take then, and how is she approaching new challenges now? Fresh out of the water, Janine chats with host Luke Darcy about work life balance, not feeling guilty as a parent, and how she's seeing her healthy habits a...
Mar 01, 2022•51 min•Season 1Ep. 25
In a traditionally alpha-male dominated industry, how do you lead with care, compassion and empathy? And how do you maintain intensity, whilst being sensitive to the needs of your people? Luke Beveridge is the man behind one of Australia's most extraordinary sporting stories. When the Western Bulldogs won the 2016 AFL Premiership, the common denominator was undeniably Bevo. But where did Luke Beveridge's incredible attitude come from? Unpack it all with host Luke Darcy - 2016, Bevo's time with t...
Feb 22, 2022•1 hr 23 min•Season 1Ep. 24
Qualifying for the 2006 World Cup was a make or break moment for Australian football. For John Aloisi though, with the work he'd put in as a leader for the golden-era of Australian men's soccer, this was a moment he was ready for. How did John approach that moment, and how does he learn from it as he now steps off the pitch as coach of the A-League Men's newest club, Western United. Start your leadership journey today. Head to Aleda Collective and take the empowering leaders indicator tool to un...
Feb 15, 2022•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 23
How did The Barefoot Investor go from being a humble country boy, to the face of finance in Australia? And how do you stay true to your self after such life changing success? Scott Pape is the author of record breaking books 'The Barefoot Investor', and 'The Barefoot Investor For Families'. With millions of copies sold across the country, he is Australia's most recognisable financial expert. But as he says to host Luke Darcy, as successful as he's been, Scott chose to make his newsletter free to...
Feb 08, 2022•57 min•Season 1Ep. 22
How did winning the 2016 AFL Premiership define his captaincy? What advice did Luke Beveridge offer him off the field, and how did The Bont overcome doubts about his ability to play the game? In 2013, Marcus Bontempelli was the number four pick for a struggling Western Bulldogs side. At just 18 years of age, The Bont was hailed as a future star of the game and a pivotal figure for the club. Three years later, with all that weight and expectation, Marcus Bontempelli and the Bulldogs stunned the A...
Feb 02, 2022•47 min•Season 1Ep. 21
How do you take a business valued at next to nothing, and turn it into a global powerhouse? What are the tangible traits that make one leader different from another? For over 20 years, Dr Brian McNamee was the CEO of Commonwealth Serum Laboratories. In 1999, it was a small government owned business valued at little more than its buildings. Incredibly, under Brian’s leadership, it has been transformed into Australia’s biggest company - with over 25,000 employees in more than 35 countries. As Aust...
Dec 14, 2021•53 min•Season 1Ep. 20
In unheard 2013 NRL Premiership reflections, the Sydney Roosters' legendary coach steps through the importance of being humble in an already established environment, and what it took to shift philosophies and make an impact in a fiercely competitive environment. Luke Darcy chats with Trent about his time in France, reflections on joining the NRL as a rookie coach, the philosophy of being a servant to the players, and how Cooper Cronk's incredible Grand-Final bravery inspired him and the staff. I...
Dec 07, 2021•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 19
Triple M's The Friday Huddle changes tone, and the banter takes a back-seat, giving the boys a chance to have a raw and vulnerable conversation about where they draw the line while on-air, their responsibilities as broadcasters, the need for self-awareness in a changing world, and what parenting has done to change the way they approach life. The Friday Huddle brought together AFL legend Chris Judd, The Howie Games' Mark Howard, AFL 200+ gamer Nathan Brown and Bulldog's great Luke Darcy to broadc...
Nov 30, 2021•52 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Imprisoned and being tortured, footballer Hakeem al-Araibi was at the mercy of the Bahraini government. But after former Socceroo Craig Foster led a national campaign that involved foreign ministers, Thai prisons and the heads of FIFA, Hakeem was set free. In freeing Hakeem though, Craig put himself, his reputation and his family at risk. Luke Darcy aims to explore that situation, analyse how Craig made that call, and understand what it meant to balance the life of Hakeem, with the safety of his...
Nov 22, 2021•53 min•Season 1Ep. 17
How do you keep smiling, laughing and enjoying time with mates, when life and work merge into one? One half of Australia's most successful comedic duo, 'Hamish & Andy', author of best selling children's books, and an ever present figure in Australian media, Andy Lee has been at the bleeding edge of entertainment in Australia. But how does he keep things fresh for himself, and be a leader in a world determined to push creative boundaries? Start your leadership journey today. Head to Aleda Col...
Nov 16, 2021•1 hr 17 min•Season 1Ep. 16
How do you break the status quo, and be unrelenting in your pursuit for what's right? Professor Pat McGorry is a psychiatrist known world-wide for his development and advocacy in youth mental health services. In an environment which wasn’t always accepting of his passion, Pat talks to Luke Darcy about fighting for what was right, and how he led the way in saving millions of young Australian lives. Start your leadership journey today. Head to aledacollective.com and take our empowering leaders in...
Nov 09, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 15
What do you do if you've spent your life studying for something you don't want to do?And how do you transition from one path to another? Luke Darcy chats with film maker, comedian and creator of Working Dog Productions Rob Sitch, about how he leads an entire film crew on set, failing for the first time and the 'no dickhead rule'. Start your leadership journey today. Head to aledacollective.com and take our empowering leaders indicator tool to understand the impact you have on your environment. L...
Nov 02, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 14
How do you learn to trust yourself to make the right calls and know that the path you are taking is the right one? Luke Darcy sits down with the Founder of Smiling Mind – Janey Martino, to talk about how she connected meditation and technology, how to navigate through the tough moments in business and fostering a great culture at work and at home. Start your leadership journey today. Head to aledacollective.com and take our empowering leaders indicator tool to understand the impact you have on y...
Oct 26, 2021•55 min•Season 1Ep. 13
How do you make a decision early in your life of where you want to be, and how do you follow that passion? Luke Darcy chats with the founder of One Earth, Linzi Boyd, about adapting your passions even amidst a pandemic, finding your purpose in wanting to make a difference and a new platform that creates an entirely new form of collaboration. https://one-earth.global/ https://linziboyd.com/ On the 10th of February 2022, join Luke Darcy and a host of industry leaders like Laura Henshaw, John Worsf...
Oct 19, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 12
How do you leave a legacy, and what do you impart on those around you so they you can continuously have a positive impact for years to come? Luke Darcy chats with AFL legend John Worsfold, to discuss preparing someone for succession, creating discipline so that those around you ask the right questions and having trust in yourself to stand up to whatever comes your way. Start your leadership journey today. Head to aledacollective.com and take our empowering leaders indicator tool to understand th...
Oct 12, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Being a leader to your children is one of the most important things we can do in life, but how do we maintain self awareness about we're teaching them and how can we make sure we never miss opportunities to connect. Luke Darcy chats with Author and Psychologist, Steve Biddulph, about the values we impart on our children, masculinity and what it looks like now and the difference between backbone and heart. https://www.stevebiddulph.com/Site_1/Home.html Start your leadership journey today. Head to...
Oct 05, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Laura Henshaw is a dynamo in the business world, the CEO of Keep It Cleaner has built her successful wellness organisation using the building blocks of social media and past experiences. Luke Darcy chats with Laura about what fuels her desire to help others, the benefits and dangers of social media, and how her naivety exploring the business world was actually a good thing. https://keepitcleaner.com/ @laura.henshaw Start your leadership journey today. Head to aledacollective.com and take our emp...
Sep 28, 2021•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 9
Do you know how to positively impact your colleagues or team mates when you spend a lot of time together? Australian Men's Cricket Captain and fast baller Pat Cummins chats with Luke Darcy about how he keeps a work-life balance as a travelling elite sportsman, the new young leadership group and the pros and cons of social media. Pat's book recommendation: Awareness, Anthony De Mello. On the 10th of February 2022, join Luke Darcy and a host of industry leaders like Laura Henshaw, John Worsfold, B...
Sep 21, 2021•39 min•Season 1Ep. 8
How do you handle yourself during great adversity? Brian Hartzer had to rebuild himself and start a new chapter after stepping down as CEO of Westpac. In releasing his new book The Leadership Star, Brian talks with Luke Darcy about having a clear sense of purpose, how he stayed calm during the Westpac scandal and how you can’t fake authenticity https://www.theleadershipstar.com On the 10th of February 2022, join Luke Darcy and a host of industry leaders like Laura Henshaw, John Worsfold, Ben Rut...
Sep 14, 2021•49 min•Season 1Ep. 7
On the back of an amazing bronze medal win for Australian Basketball at the Olympics, Australian Coach Brian Goorjian sits down with Luke Darcy to discuss how he positively impacts his environment by listening to his players and coaches, how sharing and community are important to him and gives an insight into Patty Mills’ great leadership style as captain. On the 10th of February 2022, join Luke Darcy and a host of industry leaders like Laura Henshaw, John Worsfold, Ben Rutten, Fairlie Delbridge...
Sep 07, 2021•45 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Before founding one of the most successful global bikini brands Traingl, Craig Ellis was a humble footy player, a great mate of Lukes and an absolute risk taker who learned from experiences. That attitude led him to selling everything he owned, moving to Hong Kong and working hard to build a new brand. Craig talks with Luke Darcy about how to find what you're passionate about and then following it, how to build your own unique brand and how the best thing his parents had given him was curiosity....
Aug 31, 2021•40 min•Season 1Ep. 5
As the Lord Mayor of Melbourne, leadership is something that Sally Capp does on a daily basis. But what does it take to make a great leader? Lord Mayor Sally Capp sits down with Luke Darcy and talks about being comfortable with being vulnerable, the importance of valuing input from others as she tells a story of a time when she was shut down for speaking out and opens up about embracing your failures. On the 10th of February 2022, join Luke Darcy and a host of industry leaders like Laura Henshaw...
Aug 24, 2021•50 min•Season 1Ep. 4
How do you create a positive working environment and a culture that encourages growth and diversity of thinking in one of the worlds most respected media companies - Disney. Luke Darcy is joined by Kylie-Watson-Wheeler, the Senior Vice President & Managing Director of Disney Australia to talk about Walt Disney's legacy, how to be the right mentor and empower your staff with developing confidence. Start your leadership journey today. Head to aledacollective.com and take our empowering leaders...
Aug 18, 2021•51 min•Season 1Ep. 3
What does it take to be a great leader? Luke Darcy is joined by his great friend and co-creator of the Aleda Collective, Matt Wadewitz, to discuss the beginning of a new collaborative forum that is taking the old style of hierarchy leadership and building a new way where everyone has a voice. Hear the amazing work that Aleda has already begun, the fantastic names attached to the project and what it takes to empower not just yourself, but others around you. Start your leadership journey today. He...
Aug 18, 2021•56 min•Season 1Ep. 1
What does it take the lead the Australian Cricket team and how do you improve on the way you've been coached in the past? Luke Darcy is joined by legendary cricketer and Australian Coach, Justin Langer, to talk about what it's like leading an elite sporting team full of different personalities, what is was like filming The Test and how he takes his leadership off the field. Start your leadership journey today. Head to aledacollective.com and take our empowering leaders indicator tool to understa...
Aug 18, 2021•40 min•Season 1Ep. 2
In this series, we’ll unpack learnings and life lessons from people who are game changers in their chosen field, whether it’s sports, art, business or education. We’ll break down the fundamentals of growing new style of leadership, such as collaboration, integrity and innovation, through the stories of these iconic leaders. So start y our leadership journey today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener...
Aug 03, 2021•2 min•Season 1Ep. 1
