On this week podcast we chat to an Australia house hold name, top of her chosen field, a comedian, a mum, a wife, and everyone has their own opinion on her, we have known here since the 90's in full frontal, she can act, she can sing and host, is there anything Julia Morris can't do? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It has been 16 years since he was thrusted into the spotlight as the very first runner up of 2003 Australian Idol. His hit 'What about me" went to #1 and became the highest-selling single in Australia for 2004. He has released five top ten albums, including two number-one multi-platinum sellers. Since then he and wife Rochelle welcomed their fourth child, he's been on TV, been on a national tour and endured major spinal surgery in August 2019. We'll chat about growing up, his experience on idol ...
Christine Bryden was a science advisor to the prime minister and single mother of three daughters. At just 46, she was diagnosed with younger-onset dementia. Doctors told her to get her affairs in order as she would soon be incapable of doing so. Twenty years later she is still thriving and continuing to rewire her brain even as it loses its function! In this podcast Christine will share some insight that will help people understand what it's like to have dementia, a condition affecting tens of ...
This weeks podcast we are speaking with Bianca 'Bam Bam' Elmir. She is an Australian Champion boxer, winning the Oceania Championships in 2010 and the Australia Flyweight Championships. She also won the best women's boxer trophy at the Bee Gee International Boxing Tournament in Finland and is on track to becoming a World Champion later this year! We chat about what life was like for her growing up, how she was kidnapped by her Mother when she was young in Lebanon and taken to Australia. She will...
This weeks podcast we are speaking with Bianca 'Bam Bam' Elmir. She is an Australian Champion boxer, winning the Oceania Championships in 2010 and the Australia Flyweight Championships. She also won the best women's boxer trophy at the Bee Gee International Boxing Tournament in Finland and is on track to becoming a World Champion later this year! We chat about what life was like for her growing up, how she was kidnapped by her Mother when she was young in Lebanon and taken to Australia. She will...
You may have seen Jimmy on stage in Pantomimes or even showing off his dance moves last years Dancing with the Stars on Channel 10. I had him tipped as the winner, but sadly he had to leave the show due to an emergency with one of his new born twins. We'll chat to him about how he got into performing, he will share what it's like behind the scenes of Giggle and Hoot and find out how many views he get gets on Tik Tok and Facebook with his latest funny videos! We'll also get a little deeper as Jim...
On the podcast this week, I have the honour of speaking with 7 time world champion surfing superstar, Layne Beachley. She is the only surfer in history to win 6 consecutive world titles and the 1st female EVER to become the chairperson of Surfing Australia. She is also an author, Officer of the Order of Australia and a motivational speaker. Layne will share her heart, from growing up adopted, dealing with grief, talking on massive waves and having that drive, motivation and pure grit to always s...
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Dr Zoeller was instrumental in setting up Australia’s medical response to Covid. We'll chat to him about the measures put in place and how well Australia is dealing with the covid 19 pandemic as well as his thoughts on the possibility of another outbreak. When he's not working you'll find him out in the surf at Freshwater, 'Freshie' on the Northern Beaches in Sydney. He loves to grow sweet peas and will take over the dance floor if he hears, Rhianna's Umbrella! As with all our guests, Matt has s...
Matthew started My Mirror to embark on his biggest challenge yet - solving the Australian mental health crisis with a modern, scalable solution capable of matching up against the size of the problem. Full Podcast out on Thursday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We will chat to Barb about how she went from small beginnings, starting in her garage, to becoming a multi millionaire. 1:45 – When did you decide to bring ENJO to Aus? 3:00 – How being an aerobics instructor gave her the stepping stones for her future. 4:00 – How she pushed herself out of her comfort zone 4:50 – Where does your drive come from? 6:20 – How she learnt to attach her passion to a purpose 7:00 – Her upbringing and growing up in Austria with 7 siblings 8:00 – Was a debt collector at ...
We will chat with Mark Morrisey about his life journey and how he has shown 'pure grit' to get to where he is today. Time Stamps 1:40 – Working with Yerin Ha 3:00 – When Paula and Mark worked together 3:40 – Chris Helmsworth in home and away…what did you recognise in Chris? 5:30 – About Liam and Chris Helmsworth parents. 6:18 – What it was like growing up in Melbourne 7:10 – Did you want to know what you wanted to do when you “grow up”? 7:40 – Various jobs Mark did growing up 8:35 – How did you ...
Dr Ian Chung is currently is a GP in Sydney and was awarded the medal of the Order of Australia early this year. In this podcast part 2, we'll chat to Dr Ian Chung about some of the highlights in his career. From his experiences on tour with Keith Richards and The Rolling Stones, to working with Jonny Cash, Mick Jagger and The Police, as well as Tina Turner surprise for him! He'll also share what he has learnt from working with touring bands, share some insight on hypnotism and some tips with hi...
In this podcast, we are chatting with Dr Ian Chung to find out about his background and how he got to where he is today. Podcast Time Stamps 1:50 - Introduction. Where does drive come from? 2:00 – Where did your life begin and a bit of your background? 3:00- What was it like growing up during Pearl Harbour? 5:10 – He left Hong Kong to Australia. He was one of the first “boat people" 6:40 – Growing up in Sydney as the only Chinese in school 7:50 – A touching piece Ian Chung wrote about receiving ...
Australian swimming champion, Michael Klim has recently been named the best relay swimmer of all time and will soon be inducted into the International Swimming Hall of Fame. Michael gives a raw interview about his childhood, his start in swimming, obstacles faced, that 4x100m swim, Gary Hall Jr and life after swimming. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
