We discuss his approach to health — his own practices, the protocols he uses, and how his thinking has developed over time. He reflects on his experience with a heart attack and his views on prevention, along with his perspective on the current global health landscape.

He also shares his interest in Western Australia seceding from the rest of the country.

Low lamps. Old furniture. Shelves of nostalgic nick-nacks that feel like they’ve always been there. It’s not styled — it’s collected.

In this conversation, Shelly Jones talks about creating and running Boomers Bar: why she chose a full retro feel, what people are really looking for when they walk through the door, and how a place becomes familiar without trying too hard.

It’s a story about atmosphere, memory, and quietly creating a place for a community — one drink, one conversation, one dimly lit night at a time.

In this conversation, we talk about what it means to live well in the body, not just train it. Joel shares his approach to strength, balance, recovery, and awareness, and how different disciplines — from surfing and snowboarding to dance and hands-on bodywork — inform the way he moves through the world.

This is a relaxed, thoughtful conversation with a grounded, generous person — about listening to the body, staying curious, and finding a way of moving that feels natural rather than forced.

As an adult, Tony built a working life in Adelaide, spending years with Mitsubishi before later teaching aquatics to school children. Now in his seventies, he still rides motorbikes with his grandsons.

This conversation reflects on family, work and the steady unfolding of an Australian life.

In this conversation we trace his path from young rider to pro athlete, from the intensity of the American racing scene to the craft of precision bike mechanics.

Will is also my son-in-law — husband to Olivia and dad to Audrey, Harriet, and Iris — which adds an extra layer of warmth and honesty to this chat.

If you love cycling, stories of perseverance, or the journey behind the person you meet, this one’s for you.

D24 — named for Corridor D, Room 24 — handled every 000 call, statewide radio dispatch, and urgent police communication across Victoria. It became an iconic part of Melbourne police history, even featuring in radio dramas and the TV series Homicide.

In this episode, Alan shares what it was really like inside Victoria’s busiest and most critical command centre.

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Across albums like The Open Road and his newest release, Bus Roots Country & Blues, Steve has built a loyal following with his blend of country rock, roots and blues — and hit songs including Girls On Horses, The Battler, and Long Way Home.

In this conversation, Steve opens up about life on the road, the evolution of his music, and a major turning point in his personal life — a stroke he experienced during the pandemic period, which forced him to reassess everything from his health to his career. His story is one of resilience, creativity, and finding new strength after a life-changing event.

In this episode, Danny speaks about his career, the unique challenges of rescue aviation, adapting to deafness in a demanding environment, and the personal changes he’s facing today. A compelling story for listeners interested in rescue work, aviation, disability, and human resilience.

This episode isn’t just about a film shoot in the outback; it’s about the gentle way small encounters stay with us, shaping memory and meaning decades later. Julie reflects on that moment in time, the people involved, and the magic of Wilpena Pound captured both on film and in a single, handwritten letter.

Years earlier, he was the flight air-crewman aboard a naval Wessex 31B helicopter when it suffered an engine failure off the coast of Malaysia. What followed was a controlled ditching, the kind of event most people train for but never experience.

In this episode, Brett talks through what happened that day, what he learned from it, and how that experience now shapes the lifesaving training we deliver. A gripping story of calm under pressure, survival, and the importance of preparation.

Laureen has long used a low-carbohydrate and ketogenic approach in her work, witnessing remarkable health transformations in both her patients and herself. In this conversation she explains why this way of eating is so effective, the science behind it, and how small changes can lead to profound improvements in long-term health.

A thoughtful and practical discussion with a doctor who has seen firsthand what’s possible when lifestyle becomes medicine.

Driven by a commitment to normalising pregnancy and birth as natural human processes, Fiona established a Birth Hub dedicated to educating and supporting women through one of life’s most profound experiences. Her work focuses on creating calm, informed, and empowering environments where women feel confident and supported.

In this episode, Fiona shares her insights into modern maternity care, the importance of education, and why reclaiming birth as a natural event can transform the experience for mothers and families alike.

Adam shares why he stepped away from the online world, how it has changed his mental clarity and daily life, and what he’s learned from disconnecting in a hyper-connected age. If you’ve ever thought about taking a break from social media, reducing screen time, or simplifying your digital habits, this conversation offers real insight into what a more intentional, less distracted life can feel like.

A perfect episode for listeners interested in digital detoxing, mental wellbeing, and reclaiming focus in a noisy world.

When Catherine was five years old, I would watch her teaching imaginary students in our backyard. Even then, it was clear she was meant to be a teacher. Two decades later, she found herself standing in front of a real classroom of thirty eager faces—living the dream she’d always had.

But as she moved deeper into the education system, Catherine began to feel a growing sense of disillusionment. The gap between what she believed education could be and what she saw in practice led her to question the very purpose of school itself.

In this episode, Catherine shares her honest reflections on teaching, the pressures inside modern classrooms, and why she now asks the powerful question: What is school for? A thoughtful discussion for anyone interested in education reform, teaching, and the future of learning.

Born and raised in Country Victoria, Gerard has spent his retirement fighting for what he believes is a fairer and more transparent democracy. Encouraged by the imprimatur of his wife and motivated by his ten children and grandchildren, Gerard has made it his mission to shine a light on how elections are called, conducted, and controlled.

If you’re curious about how Australian elections actually work, what a writ really is, or why one man would dedicate his retirement to reforming the system, this conversation is full of insight, passion, and surprising revelations.

Three years on, Steve sits down with his daughter Layla to share a powerful update on his condition, his progress, and the resilience required to keep moving forward. Together, they speak openly about the challenges, the breakthroughs, the support of their community, and their hopes for the future.

This episode offers a deeply human look at recovery after paralysis, the strength of family bonds, and the determination of one of Australia’s most iconic winter athletes. Whether you’re interested in Australian sport, personal resilience, or stories of courage, Steve Lee’s journey is one you won’t forget.

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However, her goal of joining the RAAF was hosed down, because at that time, women were not allowed to join.

From country girl to horse trainer to international pilot and voluntary supporter of underprivileged Asian communities, Wendy, a mother and grandmother who now runs her own small business, has lived on the Sunshine Coast for the last 22 years.

In the 1970s he founded the Brighthope Clinic and Biocentre, and went on to become the founding president of the Australasian College of Nutritional and Environmental Medicine (ACNEM)—a major milestone in bringing nutritional and environmental principles into mainstream medical education. He pioneered Australia’s first post-graduate medical course in nutrition, and has long been an advocate for doctors working within integrative health.

With extensive experience across crisis and risk management, pharmaceutical development, public policy, and health advocacy, Professor Brighthope continues to challenge conventional thinking as a Director of the National Institute of Integrative Medicine (NIIM). His mission is clear: to improve healthcare outcomes for all Australians and empower individuals to take control of their own health.

In this conversation, we explore his lifelong work, his approach to strengthening immunity, his views on the future of medicine, and the philosophies that have defined his career.

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Known online as Hollywood Matt Connelly, he brings infectious enthusiasm to everything he touches, helping grow Australia’s arm-wrestling community while building a creative and entrepreneurial ecosystem around it. From running events to building online channels, Matt is proof that following your interests with intensity can create opportunities you never expected.

In this episode, we talk about the rise of arm wrestling in Australia, the mindset behind turning passion into livelihood, and the lessons Matt has learned across business, content and community-building.

Whether you’re into arm wrestling, entrepreneurship, or simply love hearing from people who live life at full throttle, this conversation delivers.

After teaching science for 20 years, Judy completed a Master of Science in Population Health at the University of Wollongong in 2007, followed by a lecturing role in environmental health at Murdoch University. In 2015 she completed a PhD investigating Australian vaccination policies, a project that became one of the most publicly discussed—and contested—academic works in the country.

Judy’s ongoing focus includes examining human rights issues, medical mandates, and the concerns of people who want greater autonomy or choice regarding vaccination. Her work has sparked extensive discussion in the fields of public health, policy, ethics, and informed consent, with many critics strongly challenging her conclusions.

In this conversation, we explore Judy’s background, the motivations behind her research, the controversy surrounding her work, and why she believes certain voices are being left out of national conversations about health and choice.

This episode is ideal for listeners interested in public health policy, medical ethics, freedom of choice debates, and the complexities that arise when scientific, social, and personal beliefs collide.

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He says "fit and strong is more than physical"

Sadly the aviation industry has now taken Marks livelihood but in a completely different way.

Weekend magazine rock climbing video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fjLC4tJgi_0

When he said he was thinking of learning to fly I thought he wasn't the "typical" pilot type and maybe he was just day dreaming.

How wrong was I to judge!

He did lean to fly and recently added to his aviation adventures by flying a single engine TBM 850 aeroplane from Australia to Canada.

He says he is a man of few words.

This brief snapshot of him is for his family.

Her book "the wounding of healthcare" is available on Amazon, Book Depository and Booktopia

Warning : This episode discusses topics such as domestic violence, depression and suicide.

She became an Australia Day Ambassador and in 2020 publicly resigned to Daniel Andrews as she felt ashamed to represent a government that is not representing its people.

She left her home country because of civil war and the loss of human rights only to experience it once again in a supposed "free nation and lucky country." She witnessed Melbourne Australia, once one of the most "liveable cities" in the world becoming oppressed and unliveable.

Alma has started a group with other like minded individuals called "Australian Frontline Health Professionals" with the hope of creating new ways as the existing systems crumble around us.

Currently unemployed, she created this support group for people who have lost their jobs due to exercising their freedom of choice.

The fact that South Australia has lost this amazing doctor is a crime.

Like many of us Bruce is trying to make sense of the current state of the world.

After listening you will find that in this upside down world what Bruce says makes perfect sense.

An amazing story told by a down to earth young man who is very lucky to be alive.

Her title for this podcast is a reminder that riding the "B" line is ok.

In may cultures, snakes are associated with evil, death and the end of the world, not according to Ben Lupo who was a python breeder in South Australia.

And yet, just below the surface things were quite different.

The task had already been "knocked back" by two other operators, Ray agreed to "give it a go"

Mt Bogong is Victoria's highest peak.

This is an amazingly brave account of Chris's relationship with alcohol and for him, a story that many may relate to.

We talk about being isolated a long way from home but veer off down the rabbit hole discussing the current state of the world.

This community is all about sharing, helping and encouraging women of all ages to get out on a bike.

Thousands of women around the world are riding bikes and hash tagging  #chickswhoridebikes.

"If you don't have time for yourself then you don't have time for anyone else" 

Gavin Black.

This is his recount of "the longest 8 minutes".

Her nightmare began 3 years ago when her home was raided by the police and everything changed.

She talks about her trip to hell dealing with anorexia and how she managed to come back.

Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) is an autoimmune disease where the body’s immune system begins to attack the peripheral nervous system. Antibodies and lymphocytes attack and damage the peripheral nerves causing weakness/paralysis (motor nerves affected) and/or abnormal sensations and pain (sensory nerves affected).

It can present in many different ways making it difficult to diagnose in the early stages. First symptoms include varying degrees of weakness or tingling sensations in the legs. In many cases this spreads to the upper body and in severe cases leads to almost total paralysis. GBS can be dangerous if the muscle weakness affects the chest muscles responsible for breathing.

The symptoms can occur quite rapidly over hours to days or slowly over weeks. Most patients reach peak weakness within the first 4 weeks. It is a rare disease and the cause is not known but GBS usually follows a viral or bacterial infection.

She is a cannabis advocate and medicine maker living in Portland, Oregon.

He is The Lyrical. 

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Before making a living driving Snow Cats Simon Chamberlain was an undertaker and so he returns with his take on the afterlife.

If you like this episode you may be interested in Simons previous "podcast in a paddock".

On instagram they call themselves _the.escape.artists_

In this story Tom tells of his battle with the depths of depression to becoming happy and free.

He was '' lucky" enough to be on shift on the 27th of December 1998 as the Sydney to Hobart yachting disaster was unfolding.

This is his recollection of events and the rescue he and his crew conducted.