Episodes

In today’s episode, I’m sharing the live speech I gave at a high school Mother’s Day event, in front of 300 daughters and mums sipping tea and passing cupcakes. It starts with me at ten years old, ashamed to be picked up in our brown, overheated Holden Camira… until my mum did something that completely changed my view of her — and, honestly, my view of life. You’ll hear about: Why there are thousands of guides on how to parent… but none on how to daughter The power of showing up scared and ...

In today’s quick hit, I’m responding to a very interesting question I got from a friend-client on LinkedIn: “If AI can simulate different stakeholder perspectives, do we still need to engage them?” Here’s my take: Yes, use AI for speed, but not as a substitute for relationships. You can ask ChatGPT to pretend it’s your procurement manager and offer advice—but here’s what that misses... AI gives you logic, but influence lives in the grey . Stakeholder engagement isn’t just about getti...

Hey, welcome to the Weekend Rewind My guest is Mike Knapp , and this chat was actually born from an unrecorded conversation we had where I said mid-way, “Wait—why aren’t we capturing this?!” Mike is a strategy advisor, coach, mural template wizard and meditation teacher (yep, all those things). In this episode, he shares how he went from IT specialist to a sought-after facilitator for complex digital transformation projects—and the mindset shift that helped him step into the role of “guide” ...

I'm re-sharing my second chat with the world's leading body language expert, Mark Bowden . This was originally recorded during peak Zoom-fatigue era, when facilitators (myself included) were scrambling to figure out how the heck to connect, engage, and energise through a webcam. Why am I bringing this back now? Two reasons: I just quoted this episode in a webinar, and it landed hard. His tips STILL apply—and are more important than ever. Here's what we cover: Why reading the room (especia...

Hey, thanks for jumping in today. I’m sharing some reflections from my 9-year wedding anniversary weekend—and how a random cookie run led me into one of Australia’s biggest copyright controversies. What happens when a viral baker is accused of copying recipes from a best-selling cookbook author? And what does this mean for those of us who share ideas for a living? What I cover in this episode: A shoutout to Spicers Balfour Hotel in Brisbane (amazing food, rooftop views, 10/10 vibes) The story...

You know that line, “You teach what you most need to learn” ? Well, that hit me—hard—during a session I ran last week. This episode is about how I ran a workshop on observation skills … and completely failed to observe the most obvious thing in front of me that very morning. I tell the story of how I showed up early (classic me), spent half an hour meticulously setting up a room—only to realise… it was the wrong room. The right room was already beautifully prepped, with name tags, tea and...

In this episode, I’m reflecting on a phrase that popped into my head while driving here: How do you become a One Take Wonder? You know, the kind of person who can just hit record and go — no second takes, no overthinking, just clarity, energy, and good-enough delivery. Here’s what I unpack: Why being a little messy on video is actually your advantage in an AI-perfect world What a Hong Kong participant told me that changed the way I think about "stuff-ups" Why scripting your videos is a t...

Last week I ran two virtual workshops for a global client—one at a beautiful 1:00 PM time slot (bless), and the second... at 5:00 AM. Yep. Coffee was very involved. In this episode, I’m sharing the behind-the-scenes of how I prepped and delivered these sessions—specifically when you're working across time zones, with translators, in hybrid tech ecosystems (read: Zoom vs Teams drama), and with super smart internal collaborators. Some key things we dive into: Why I insisted we run it on Zoom (a...

I usually steer clear of politics on the pod, but after the Australian federal election over the weekend… I had to say something. Because honestly? It was a total non-event. No vision. No leadership. No spark. Just some tit-for-tat promises and reheated policies that felt like they were scraped from the bottom of the idea barrel. In this solo riff, I talk about: Why I felt uninspired (and maybe a bit embarrassed) by the whole campaign What I would do if I was Prime Minister for a day (hint: I...

In this episode, I chat with the absolutely brilliant Maria McDonald, a Learning + Development Manager at Geocaching HQ. Maria’s story is one of those that starts in social work, pivots into office management, and then—thanks to the power of facilitation—lands in a dream career in L&D. 💥 We explore how facilitation is way more than running a workshop—it’s a mindset and a life skill. Maria shares how she built her internal reputation, pitched herself into opportunities, and created magic using t...

Hey, thanks for tuning into the Weekend Rewind – although technically we’re only rewinding one day to my latest Talk the Walk episode with the Rock Star of Consulting himself, Alan Weiss. This one’s a bit spicy. Alan threw me a challenge live, and truthfully? I missed the shot. No hiding from it. I was coming off a 5:00 AM webinar and should’ve been firing on all cylinders... but I froze. You’ll hear the moment – and hopefully laugh with me, not at me. That said, this conversation is gold for ...

This episode’s straight from the frustration files — and one I think we all need to hear. I just published a new piece on my Substack called “The Dark Arts of Interrupting Someone” and honestly, I had way too much fun writing it. So in true 'Work Fame' spirit, I wanted to read it out loud to you. Here’s the backstory: I was on a group coaching call recently, and someone hijacked 20 minutes of airtime. Monologue city. And the host? Lovely, but way too passive. That moment sparked this post — an...

In today's episode, I'm sharing one of my most frustrating habits: overcommitting. I tell a recent story involving a great opportunity, a good friend, and the hard realisation that sometimes saying no is actually the smart, strategic thing to do — even when everything looks perfectly aligned. You'll hear: Why I keep falling into this trap (spoiler: it's not poor planning) What makes some "yeses" harder than others A few practical tools I'm using to course-correct Why busyness ≠ success (ev...

I'm recording this one on the move — literally walking through a park in Dandenong, Victoria. You might even hear a few native birds in the background. This morning, I woke up super early (like, 3:50 AM early), and even though it was freezing cold (13 degrees, which is basically Antarctic conditions for a Queenslander like me), I dragged myself out for a 30-minute walk. Not because I felt like it. Because it was on the plan. I'm training for my Everest Base Camp and Lobuche Peak trek later thi...

Today’s episode is a short one, recorded live from Dandenong, Victoria. I share a chat I had with my Uber driver, Logan, on the way to the airport — and it spiralled into a massive truth bomb: All problems are communication problems. We talked about why confronting others (and even confronting ourselves) is so hard, and why most issues we face aren’t external... they're internal. I also share a brilliant quote from David Whyte about being in a "long-distance relationship" with yourself — and...

I sat down with former national TaeKwonDo athlete and amateur boxer Jessica Borg. We recorded this one at my house. Jess shared the wild story of going from being on track for the Tokyo Olympics, to being medically retired by 26. She opens up about what it really feels like to walk away from the thing that shaped your identity for two decades—and what it’s like to start over when the cheering stops. We talk: What happens when COVID kills your Olympic dream Why she pivoted from TaeKwonDo to b...

Today, I’m replaying a conversation that kicked off an amazing friendship. This was the first time I ever spoke with Andy Storch — now, he’s one of my best mates in the industry. We voice note each other across time zones, I spoke at his Talent Development Think Tank conference in Sonoma, and he now lives with his family in Barcelona. The man does it all — and does it with intention. In this 30-minute hit, we cover a LOT of ground: How Andy created one of the best-rated talent development con...

Today I’m joined by one of the most thoughtful teachers I’ve ever met: Sean D’Souza from Psychotactics in New Zealand. I first saw Sean speak at the We Are Podcast conference — and let me tell you, I was hooked. Not just because he was engaging and entertaining (he was), but because his philosophy on learning, time, and facilitation absolutely cut through. I knew I had to bring him on the show. In this episode, we go deep on: Why participants really come to your workshop — and it’s not for th...

Today’s episode is brought to you… from the front seat of my car. Yep, I just did one of those chaotic pre-public holiday grocery shops (you know the ones where the trolley has a mind of its own), only to be ambushed by a torrential downpour on my way out. I waited it out. Got a coffee. Looked up. More rain. No blue sky in sight. Eventually, I made the dash through the rain. And guess what? It wasn't that bad. So that’s what this short episode is about: The moment before the moment. That spli...

Today’s episode isn’t polished. It’s a reflection on someone who made a big impact on my life: Lindsay Gasman. He was the kind of guy who gave you a nickname the first time he met you. Who said yes to wearing a Santa suit in 38-degree heat. Who would stop what he was doing—no matter how busy—to talk to you like you were the most important person in the room. I drove to Maryborough today to attend his funeral. And during that long drive, I had time to think. About missed opportunities. About ho...

Last night I stumbled across an article in the Wall Street Journal called “Go Delete Yourself from the Internet. Seriously. Here’s How.” Naturally, I clicked. And wow. It introduced me to a tool from Google I’d never heard of before: 👉 myactivity.google.com Here’s what I learned (and what happened when I used it): You plug in your details (yep, including your home address — bit ironic, I know) It scans the internet for mentions of your personal info A few hours later, you get a report Mine ...

This episode is a real-time example of how I’m using AI tools like Manus to solve actual problems — not hypothetical ones. You’ll hear how I used it to: Plan a last-minute status run to retain my Qantas Gold (yes, I’m that person) Find obscure tyres for a 1979 TransAm without spending hours trawling the internet I’m not here to geek out on tech for the sake of it. I’m here to find what actually saves time, cuts through noise, and gives me headspace back — and these tools are doing just that....

While prepping for my Everest Base Camp and Lobuche Peak adventure, I went on a long, hilly walk by the river, audiobook in ears — Jim Rohn’s entire audio library. It's so good! And it reminded me of a simple but powerful project I did over the long weekend: repainting my office. Not exactly life-changing, right? But it was a masterclass in turning a tiny idea into something tangible — with the help of imagination and modern tools. So, I share how: A boring Zoom background sparked a small but...

This episode is for anyone who's ever thought: “Am I repeating myself too much?” “Should I change my message to keep things interesting?” “Does anyone even care?” Well… yes, no, and absolutely. In this replay, I’m chatting with Jeffrey Shaw—author of The Self-Employed Life, host of a brilliant podcast by the same name, and someone who’s never worked for anyone else in his life (seriously—he started by selling eggs door to door at 14). Here’s what we get into: Why repetition in your message i...