Rolf Weber is the CEO of Marley Spoon Australia, which he co-founded in 2015 at the cusp of the meal kit delivery trend. An entrepreneur with a wealth of experience in e-commerce, SMEs and retail; Rolf openly discusses his global business journey. In this episode, you will learn: Continuous learning and being hands-on are key to success. By getting…

Scott Evans is the Managing Director and Owner of Game Farm, the largest multi species game bird producer in the Southern Hemisphere. He shares both his business and his health insights in this deeply personal interview. In this episode, you will learn: When you're facing a health crisis, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, like there’s no clear path fo…

Chelsea Pottenger is a psychology postgraduate, an international motivational speaker and accredited mindfulness and meditation coach. She is a leading authority on productivity, mindfulness and well-being. In this episode, you will learn: How your personal well-being directly impacts your business success. If you don't take care of yourself, you c…

Top 10 highlights from my conversation with Peter Ritchie AO: 1. Peter’s journey with McDonald’s Australia started with an unexpected opportunity. Despite initial doubts, he took a leap of faith, setting the foundation for a transformative career. 2. Peter emphasised that true leadership means accepting full responsibility while maintaining consist…

Top 10 highlights: 1. In 1961, David’s mother rejected apartheid, leaving South Africa with four kids under seven—teaching him courage and the value of principles. 2. David chose UNSW over the traditional Sydney Grammar-to-Sydney University route, drawn to its hardworking, innovative “immigrant” culture. 3. Advising billionaires like Frank Lowy and…

Top 10 highlights: John Howard’s upbringing in Earlwood, near Canterbury, shaped his early interest in politics. His family encouraged open debates about politics and religion, fostering his curiosity. Cricket was a defining part of his childhood. Howard played for local teams with his brothers, relishing family connections through sport. His love …

The Federal Treasurer, Dr Jim Chalmers handed down his third Federal Budget at 7:30PM (AEST) on 14 May 2024. In this episode of the Be Better Off Show, hear from Brett Kelly and the Kelly+Partners Tax team as they unpack the key takeaways from the Federal Budget. The two biggest drivers this year underpinning the Federal Budget are cost-of-living p…

Today's guest is Sabina Read, psychologist, human behaviour expert, speaker, facilitator, mentor and media spokesperson. Sabina is on a mission to help you become the architect of your life. Through lived experiences and decades of study, Sabina shows you how to take your struggles, fears and anxiety, and work through them so that you can feel empo…

Lucas Aoun, Australia’s leading biohacker, global educator and health coach. Lucas is incredibly passionate about helping others operate at their peak performance by using biohacks, such as supplementation, light exposure, diet, red light therapy, mouth taping and more. We cover so much in this episode, including top hacks for getting better sleep …

Join Chelsea for this special practice around manifesting your higher self. A 10-minute guided meditation helping you to connect to your inner wisdom and gain clarity towards your next step.By Chelsea Pottenger

Best of 2023: We have combined the top tips from your favourite podcast guests into one 9-minute episode. Guests include Janine Shepherd, Brian Hartzer, Lael Stone, Allan Sparkes and Kemi Nekvapil. What you can expect from this episode: The power of practicing forgiveness What compassionate leadership really is How to support your child when they a…

Join Chelsea for a walking meditation either on the beach, at the park or on your commute to work. Become present and grounded as Chelsea guides you through connecting to the moment. By practicing a walking meditation, you are heightening your awareness of your mental, physical and emotional state. This technique helps you to develop a greater unde…

Do you feel more stressed in the festive season? Do you put an unreasonable amount of pressure on yourself to make things perfect as we near Christmas? This month's mindful tool is all about how to realistically take care of yourself throughout the holiday season with in-house Keynote Speaker and Nutritionist, Ashley Whitehead. Ashley a Speaker, Pe…

“Lean into the fear” - Jahin Tanvir Today's guest is Jahin Tanvir, CEO of the Australian School of Entrepreneurship and a 3-time TEDx speaker. Jahin was recognised as one of the 40 under 40 Most Influential Asian-Australians in 2022 at the age of 21. He is a Young Australian of the Year finalist, a Young Canberra Citizen of the Year, and serves on …

Use this practice to cultivate feelings of love and kindness towards yourself, someone you love and the world around you. When you consciously choose to practice self-compassion and send love to those around you, you enhance feelings of gratitude and decrease any stress you might be feeling. Let Chelsea guide you through a 10 minute practice to hel…

Did you know 1 in 3 Australians are feeling lonely, with 1 in 6 experiencing severe loneliness? In this week's mindful tool we're doing things a little differently. Jay Pottenger will be discussing the loneliness epidemic currently happening in Australia, how disconnected we've all become and what steps you can take today to start making new connec…

Today's guest is Jay Pottenger, General Manager of EQ Minds, Keynote Speaker and husband to Chelsea Pottenger. Jay is incredibly passionate about helping people create healthy habits through mindfulness. As an ex-athlete, high corporate performer, husband and father, Jay understands the stressors of modern living and how discipline and healthy habi…

Take a step towards your healing journey with the incredible power of meditation. This 10-minute guided practice to overcome depression will help you to acknowledge any feelings of sadness and remind you that you are not alone. Rather than resisting what comes up for you, allow these feelings to surface without judgement. Then let your body soften …

Today's guest is Mitch Wallis, a leading figure in mental health education on a lifelong mission to empower others to feel understood. After working for Microsoft for almost 7 years, he left his successful corporate career to devote himself full time to helping overcome suffering and revisioning the mind’s healing potential through the power of sto…

This week's guest is Lael Stone. Parenting educator and consultant, TEDx speaker, Co-creator of Woodline Primary, Speaker for The Resilience Project and Author of best-selling book - Raising Resilient and Compassionate Children. Born from personal experience, Lael saw the need for a more connected and empathetic approach in helping mothers and babi…

Quiet the chatter of your mind and fall asleep quickly as Chelsea guides you through a 12 minute meditation practice. Tune into the sensations of your body and listen to the calming music as you truly let your mind and body fall into a deep state of relaxation.By Chelsea Pottenger

Kemi Nekvapil is one of Australia's leading credentialed coaches for female executives and entrepreneurs, a global speaker/facilitator, endurance athlete, a mother of teenagers, wife, dedicated gardener and early stage flower farmer. Kemi has worked in the wellness industry for more than 25 years and holistic leadership for 10 years. Having studied…

Hear to hear: Recognising the signs of mental illness. This week marks R U OK Day and we are here to break the stigma on mental health and encourage open conversations. **trigger warning** this episode discusses suicide and mental illness. It may be best to step away from this podcast if this topic is triggering to you, your wellbeing is important.…

Allan Sparkes, inspirational keynote speaker and best selling author of the book 'The cost of bravery', is one of Australia’s most highly decorated citizens with an incredible story. Allan Sparkes became one of only five people to be awarded Australia's highest decoration for bravery, the Cross of Valour, for rescuing an 11-year old boy from a floo…

Restore your energy with this uplifting meditation. Listen to the sounds of nature as Chelsea guides you through this 14 minute practice where you can truly connect inward and allow your mind and body the space to appreciate being here.By Chelsea Pottenger

Today's guest is Dr Katrina Warren, one of Australia's most recognised veterinarians and pet experts with a media career spanning over 25 years. After graduating from University, Dr Katrina took a more unconventional path to working in television. Many of you might recall her from the popular Seven Network show, Harry's Practice. Dr Katrina has an …

Do you over apologise? Do you have a hard time saying no? Do you downplay your achievements? In this episode, we take a look at: What a people pleaser really is How to set boundaries How to stop saying sorry Ways to deal with rejection How to protect yourself from empathy overload Why it’s so important to make time for self-care This bite-size podc…

Today's guest is the beautiful Leah Simmons, a certified pilates instructor, personal trainer and kundalini yoga teacher with a very strong passion for health and fitness. Leah understands that "we are so much more than just a physical body" and after many years of self-discovery she created and founded KAAIAA, a training model that integrates your…

Today we are joined by none other than in-house nutritionist Keynote Speaker, Ashley Whitehead. Ashley Whitehead, originally from Scotland, has an infectious personality that makes complex science sound simple. With a degree in physiology, sport science and nutrition, Ashley empowers you with the tools and techniques to fuel up for not just your ph…

What are your greatest dreams and desires? Use this practice to help you see the vision you wish to manifest. Chelsea takes you on a journey as you dive into all 5 senses to help you visualise what you wish to come true. Watch as miracles happen over the coming weeks and months when you use this practice daily.…

Have you ever wanted to understand the science behind visualisation and how it actually works? Today’s episode is an easy to understand explanation of the mechanics behind this technique, and how visualisation has the same effect on the brain when mentally rehearsing an activity as actually doing it (how cool is that!) You will also learn how to us…

Luke Cook, also known as Cookie, is a purpose-driven entrepreneur and conversation expert, best known as the founder and host of Cuppa.tv, a conversation platform designed for businesses to enhance their people's well-being, work performance, and sense of belonging. What to expect in this episode: Why we struggle to have deep conversations today Ho…

This meditation is for anyone who has or is experiencing conflict in their life. Use this practice to get a birds eye perspective on the situation and help you move from a reactive mind to a calm state of mind, so that you can respond from a place of love.By Chelsea Pottenger

Today's special guest is none other than our very own Rob Horstman. Rob has over two decades of leadership experience in both business and community. Rob understands first hand what it's like working in high pressure environments and is extremely passionate about helping leaders take charge of their mental wellbeing and lead with a caring heart. Wh…

In this month's Mindful Tools, Chelsea will give you simple and practical tips on how to let go of worries. Take ownership of what you can do right now and learn to love the process. Listen to this 10 minute episode to gain a greater understanding of why we worry, the physical response within the brain and body and how to use simple tools and techn…

Dr Jon Finn is the best selling author of ‘The Habit Mechanic’ and founder of the consultancy Tougher Minds, which helps people build habits that enable them to fulfil their greatest potential. Dr Jon Finn has three psychology related degrees, including a PhD and has worked in performance psychology, resilience and leadership science for over 20 ye…

Allow your mind and body the space to heal and recharge for your day ahead. Connect inward, as Chelsea guides you through 13 minutes of warmth and rejuvenation as you let the words and music take you to another place.By Chelsea Pottenger

Today we are joined by author, Summer Land. Summer, a good friend and the incredible ghostwriter of Chelsea’s best selling book ‘The Mindful High Performer.’ Summer is passionate about helping people communicate and connect effectively with empathy and integrity in the workplace and in personal life. Summer is witty, authentic and energetic with he…

Today we are joined by best friends Lise and Sarah - a powerful and funny duo with infectious personalities. After meeting in their thirties, their extraordinary chemistry and genuine friendship landed the pair local and national radio shows with Australia’s largest media network, Southern Cross Austereo, as ‘Those Two Girls’. In 2020, Lise & Sarah…

Find calm and rest with this Yoga Nidra meditation. Yoga Nidra allows you to enter delta brainwaves, giving your mind and body a chance for true healing and restoration as you enter deep relaxation. Other benefits of Yoga Nidra include: relief for depression and anxiety, improved sleep, clears the mind for focus and learning, release tension within…

Introducing our new monthly episode: Mindful Tools. We've created a short monthly listen, with the intention to provide simple and effective strategies for you to take away. In this month's Mindful Tools, Chelsea will be discussing 3 tips on how to beat burnout. With burnout on the rise, EQ Minds is on a mission to educate and empower you with the …

Today's guest is Tamara Holland, Mamamia's Head of Lifestyle and the host of the weekly fashion podcast, ‘What Are You Wearing?’. With a career spanning ten-plus years in the magazine industry, she was previously the Deputy Editor of InStyle Australia and is a woman who knows her fashion! Join Chelsea and Tamara as they discuss: Tam's story and wha…

Today's guest is Jay Pottenger, General Manager and Productivity Speaker of EQ MINDS. As an accredited mindfulness and meditation coach, he blends science and mindfulness to give you simple strategies for becoming the best, happiest, and most productive version of yourself. Chelsea and Jay discuss: Time allocation Ruthless prioritisation Finding yo…

Join Chelsea for a walking meditation either on the beach, at the park or on your commute to work. Become present and grounded as Chelsea guides you through connecting to the moment. By practicing a walking meditation, you are heightening your awareness of your mental, physical and emotional state. This technique helps you to develop a greater unde…

"I could've gone either way". After a near death experience and being told she'd never walk again, Janine could have simply given up. Now, she lives a life they thought was impossible. Janine Shepherd is an internationally renowned speaker, author and currently undertaking her PhD in resilience and disability. She is a former champion skier whose i…

Dinesh is a doctor, lawyer, disability advocate, and researcher. Halfway through medical school, he was involved in a motor vehicle accident that caused a cervical spinal cord injury. Since then, Dinesh has forged an incredible path, now working in the emergency department at the Gold Coast University Hospital and as a senior lecturer at the Griffi…

Join Chelsea for this 10-minute guided practice to help open your heart and let your true spirit come through. In this practice, you will be guided to become present with the messages your heart is sending you and begin to clear and cleanse anything that no longer serves you.By Chelsea Pottenger

Antoinette Lattouf, media personality, mental health ambassador, TEDx speaker, co-founder of Media Diversity Australia, and the author of 'How to Lose Friends and Influence White People'. Antoinette Latouff has gone through incredible challenges to get to where she is today and seeks to increase cultural and linguistic diversity in Australia's news…

Matt Purcell is an award-winning entrepreneur, speaker, and champion for young people. Co-founder of Mentored Media, Matt whispers in the ears of kings and queens, working with Australia’s most well-known brands and high-profile people on branding and positioning strategies. As an adopted Korean Australian, Matt has a powerful story and speaks to a…

Connect with your higher self and surrender to the love and wholeness that you truly are. Join Chelsea for a 10 minute guided practice that uses the power of affirmations to align you with your higher purpose and help you to gain clarity in that next step.By Chelsea Pottenger