Turn life’s hardest hits into wins and make adversity your greatest ally. Has life landed some heavy blows? Join the club - it's all part of the contract, and chances are there’s more to come. Tune in with Tiff Cook, boxer, speaker, and coach, as she speaks to a diverse range of guests from survivors and superstars to scientists and spiritual teachers. At the heart of it all is one burning question: “Why do some people get up stronger after life knocks them down, and what can we all learn fr ...
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Sneaky Stress Signals: The Subtle Art of Falling Apart | Dr. Cam McDonald - 905
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1:16:46Dr. Cam McDonald is back in the hot seat and we’re rummaging around in his brilliant PH360 Precision Health brain and talking about those sneaky, silent stressors that pile up in the background of our lives and bodies without us even realising. As we know different environments and different stuff affects different people. Dr. Cam is sharing some g…
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Growing From the Hard Stuff | Richard Tedeschi - 904
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50:54Today, I’m sitting down with Dr. Richard Tedeschi, he's the bloke who literally coined the term post-traumatic growth, and ya'll know that's a massive part of what this show is all about! We’re pulling apart what resilience really means (and what it definitely doesn’t), why the ‘just do more hard things’ mantra can actually miss the point, and how …
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Well, this was one of those chats that takes a wild ride... from blind boxing bouts to the blind spots in how we see ourselves and others. We talk about the power of presence, the problem with performative self-help, what real resilience actually is, and why so many of us wait for a crisis to start living with purpose. We go deep on all things from…
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Misfit. Survivor. Leader. | Dima Ghawi - 902
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43:33What happens when the stories we’re raised on become the shackles we need to break? Today's guest, Dima Ghawi was born in Turkey, raised in Jordan, and is now living in the US... Her journey is one of defiance, resilience, and rebirth. From escaping an abusive marriage to shattering generational expectations (and quite literally, the metaphorical v…
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The Flick on the Ear we All Need | Mark LeBusque - 901
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46:34I’ve been doing a lot of shifting lately. Structuring my time differently. Saying no to things that used to get a default yes. Creating space not just in my calendar, but in my head and heart for things that actually matter to me. In this episode, I sat down with my mate Mark LeBusque and we spoke about all of it. The constant recalibration. The re…
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You Can't Burn Spirit: A Father's Horrific Act of Revenge | Spencer Connelly - 900
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53:27Imagine this… You’re five years old, and the world is at your feet. You’re in the car with your eight-year-old bro, just picked up from childcare by your dad. But your dad has a plan. That plan involves two gas cylinders he’d strategically placed in the back seat earlier that day… and a cigarette. A horrific act of revenge. A father prepared to kil…
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Girls Making History | Tara Morrison - 899
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58:06This ep I’m hanging out with 21-year-old pocket rocket and Aussie road racing prodigy Tara Morrison... and let me tell you, she ain't just riding motorcycles, she’s rewriting the books. Tara's the only female racer in all three national ASBK (Australian Super Bike Championship) classes, taking on the boys and carving up the track like an absolute l…
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The Evolutionary Tug-of-War: Today’s World, Yesterday’s Psychological Software | Bill von Hippel - 898
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1:02:24Evolutionary psychologist Bill von Hippel joins me in this ep to pull back the curtain on how our minds got wired, why our ancient instincts still run the show in today's modern world, and what that means for connection, courage, happiness, and that frustrating tug-of-war between who we are and who we think we should be. We talk about what resilien…
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When Strength is Just Survival in a Fancy Dress - Bobby Cappuccio - 897
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1:15:59Well, we covered a bit of everything in this one... starting with cats on blankets and bald heads and somehow ending up deep-diving into trauma, identity, post-traumatic growth, and how sometimes our greatest strengths are just cleverly disguised coping mechanisms. Bobby Cappuccio is back, and (as always) he brought his brilliant, curious mind and …
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The Illumination Doesn't Last | Dr. Jodi Richardson - 896
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1:04:54You know when you hit record with a friend and suddenly the conversation cuts straight through the noise? That’s exactly what happened here with Dr. Jodi Richardson. No agenda. No roadmap. Just two curious minds, a million hats, and a whole lot of real-life chit chat. We talk about the merry-go-round of modern life, what it means to really stop, an…
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Less Estrogen, Less F*$ks to Give... Mastering Menopause | Angela Cousel - 895
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58:21Menopause gets a bad rap... and rightly so! But it's not all doom and gloom, in fact, not at all if we can prepare for it and get our bodies thriving at this time of our lives. And as this episode title proudly boasts, with less estrogen comes the wonderful state of less giving a f*$k, which can be quite liberating for us women who have lived our l…
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Global Poo Etiquette (And Other Deep Life Lessons) | Patrick Bonello - 894
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1:17:53Well, I don’t know how we ended up here, but somehow, this episode of Roll With The Punches went deep (maybe too deep) into the intricacies of sleep habits, morning routines, global poo etiquette, and the unexpected life lessons that come from learning new things as an adult. As always when Patrick swoons in our chats are anything but conventional.…
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You Are Not Your Diagnosis (Or Your Bullsh*t Self-Talk) | Dr. Paul Conti - 893
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1:03:58Dr. Paul Conti is back, and we are getting stuck into the real head stuff. Ever feel like life’s charging ahead while your brain’s still trying to process what the hell just happened? Same. Dr. Conti reckons trauma, identity, and mental health all play a bigger role in that than we realise... And given he's one of the leading experts in trauma and …
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How to Get Out of Your Own Way (Before You Talk Yourself Out of It) | Harps & Tiff - 892
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41:05Alright, legends, this one’s a ripper. Harps and I go deep on the self-doubt that creeps in even when you’re nailing it, why we sabotage ourselves over the smallest things, and the mental gymnastics of stepping up to the next level. We also talk about those magic moments that remind us we’re actually not crap… even if it takes 700 people in an audi…
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Why We Struggle to Slow Down (And What to Do About It) | Jem Fuller - 891
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52:16Jem Fuller is back, and as usual, he’s firing on all cylinders as we explore the magic of learning, unlearning, and rewiring how we do life. We get stuck into that sneaky little habit so many of us have (well, I sure bloody do) of rushing for no real reason. You know the one… that feeling of "I’ve got so much to do" even when, if you really stopped…
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The Toughest Fight Yet: When the System Fails Good Dads | Nick Reid - 890
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49:00Four years ago, Nick Reid was on the podcast recovering from a brain tumor, facing a 50/50 survival rate. Now, he’s back... and life has thrown even more brutal punches his way. A marriage breakdown, the devastating reality of parental alienation, and a legal system that makes it near impossible for good dads to stay connected with their kids. We t…
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Today Harps and I are talking all things learning and learning potential.. The 61-year-old PhD candidate and the spontaneous, overnight pianist (that's me, apparently). It's fascinating how much we can learn and evolve when we give things a shot and find ourselves in the right environment with the right learning style that engages us. Best part is …
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Flying in the Face of Fear | Kim 'KC' Campbell - 888
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51:08Ever wondered what it takes to fly straight into danger and make it out the other side? Well, strap in because today’s guest, Kim 'KC' Campbell, knows exactly what that feels like. Kim is a retired US Air Force fighter pilot who spent 24 years defying expectations, leading missions in Iraq and Afghanistan, and navigating some of the most intense si…
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Order of Man: The Truth About Modern Masculinity | Ryan Michler - 887
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52:51Masculinity... it's a word that stirs up all sorts of reactions these days. But what does it really mean? And what happens when men embrace their strength, leadership, and responsibility in a way that lifts themselves and those around them? Enter Ryan Michler, founder of Order of Man, a movement dedicated to helping men step up, take ownership, and…
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101 Not Out: A Century of Wisdom with My Pop | Frank Cook - 886
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39:48Ain't many blokes blowing out 101 candles these days, let alone ones as sharp as a tack and as witty as my Pop Cook! Safe to say, this episode is a pretty special one for me (and my family). What a gift to sit down, record his tales, and not only share them with the world but also etch them into history... something we’ll cherish for a lifetime. As…
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Harps is on the home straight to becoming a 'Dr' as he nears the end of (what sounds like a grueling) few years of research and academic mayhem. In this ep we are chatting about what he's learned, discovered and how it will all come together when he gets the tack those two fancy letters before his name. Enjoy! SPONSORED BY TESTART FAMILY LAWYERS We…
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Grim Reaper's Cheerleader: A Pep Talk on Death & Life | Jodi Wellman - 884
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58:34She's seventy percent sunshine & lollipops and a solid thirty percent doom and gloom... But dare I say, Jodi Wellman makes that doom and gloom feel every bit as joyous as sunshine & lollipops with her childlike zest for life coupled with slightly morbid hilarity! Jodi is my newest podcast bestie and an absolute killer when it comes to hitting you w…
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How to Keep Your Cool When Everything’s on the Line | Waldo Waldman - 883
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52:22Alright, crew! (see what I did there) Buckle up because today we’re taking off (in a sense) with fighter pilot, leadership powerhouse, and high-performance expert Waldo Waldman. This guy has racked up nearly 3,000 flying hours in the cockpit, dodged missiles over Iraq, and spent eight years battling his own mind while flying at 35,000 feet. Panic a…
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The Mind Game: How We Trick Ourselves Into (And Out Of) Success | Patrick Bonello - 882
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1:07:53Patrick Bonello is back and stepping into the conversational ring with me for a tussle on all things life, habits, hacks and games. From the psychology of fighting, to how muscle memory shapes our habits, we break down the unconscious ways our bodies and minds adapt. Patrick takes me down a rabbit hole of juggling, VR gaming, and Tai Chi, while I t…
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The Long Game: Reinventing Yourself at Any Age or Stage | Nicole Liddell - 881
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56:33Hey, hey guess who's back... that's right, it's the powerhouse that is Nicole Liddell. If you ever thought it was 'too late' to change your life, Nicole is here to obliterate that idea. At 43, struggling financially and navigating some serious life turbulence, she made a decision that changed everything - enrolling in university. Now? She’s deep in…
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Why Bad Bosses Are Ruining Everything (And How AI Might Fix It) | Bailey Parnell - 880
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48:19Righto team, today’s episode is one for the world of 2025. We’re talking digital well-being, leadership, and AI with the brilliant Bailey Parnell... because let’s be real, tech is changing the way we think, work, and even lead, and not always for the better. Bailey is an expert in how social media and AI impact our mental health, decision-making, a…
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Booey Oh Buoy! | Bobby Cappuccio - 879
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1:01:10Righto pals, buckle up! Today's episode with Bobby Cappuccio is a whirlwind of banter, life reflections, and the kind of deep dives that make your brain work in the midst of plenty of lols. If you’ve ever found yourself caught between the tension of routine and spontaneity, or wondered why we humans seem to outsmart ourselves when it comes to the s…
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The Addictive Mind | Mick Hall - 878
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1:17:19A couple of weeks shy of his 24th year of sobriety (woohoo), Mick Hall is back for another awesome chat about all things boxing, booze, bad decisions, and bloody great ones too. I quiz Mick on the definition of being a 'recovering addict' when he's a whopping 24 years clean and sober, curious of the mentality behind how we define ourselves through …
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What's Your Purpose? Science & Strategy | Dr Cam McDonald - 877
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1:11:18What's your purpose?? Ahhh, the age-old question. What if the secret to living your purpose lies in understanding your body, mind, and biology on a deeply personal level? In this cracking episode, I'm joined by Dr. Cam McDonald, the leading voice in precision health and epigenetics, to uncover the science behind discovering and living your purpose.…
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Tragedy + Time = Comedy | Alex Hooper - 876
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1:03:29This one’s a wild ride, fam. I’m catching up with comedian Alex Hooper, who’s back on Roll With The Punches for round two, three fleeting years after our first chat. Let me tell you, Alex has lived about 80 lifetimes since then, so buckle up. From battling stage 3 Hodgkin's Lymphoma and almost dying from Sepsis, to navigating infertility struggles,…
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The Power (and the Curse) of Choice | Jem Fuller - 875
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1:00:20This week, I'm back with one of my absolute favorites, Jem Fuller, and given my recent workshop I'm diving into why the f*&k we find ourselves stuck - and more importantly, how we can break free. Jem and I riff on everything from the power of choice (and it's sneaky curse) to the magic of nature and what happens when we take the time to truly feel.…
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Unapologetically Motiv8ed | 'The Rev' John McMahon - 874
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55:11Kickstarting 2025 with a BANG, I sit down with the powerhouse that is John McMahon, or as he's more famously known, The Rev. With a career that’s spanned decades, John has transformed lives through his dynamic events, Motov8, Savage Angel, and his latest, Rebel to Remarkable. In this conversation, we dive deep into John’s raw and unapologetic appro…
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Trusting Yourself Again | Susie Keratiotis - 873
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1:04:05Susie Keratiotis joins me again for a second brilliant conversation. We first met when Susie shared the raw and inspiring story of leaving a toxic relationship and rebuilding her life. This time, we dive even deeper into her healing, how the experience of sharing her story with us the first time felt, and exploring how healing isn’t a destination b…
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Lonely AF, Let's Talk About It - Dr. Michelle Lim - 872
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46:55Loneliness. It’s something we all experience, yet few of us talk about. In this far-from-lonely chat, I’m joined by the brilliant Dr. Michelle Lim, one of the world’s leading voices on loneliness and the powerhouse behind Ending Loneliness Together. She shares with us truth about loneliness - what it is, what it isn’t, and how it’s impacting our me…
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Healing Shame, Trauma, and the Stories We Tell Ourselves | Dr. Jeffrey Rediger - 871
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59:57It’s always a privilege to have Dr. Jeffrey Rediger on the show, and this chat sure did not disappoint. Dr. Jeffrey’s a Harvard-trained physician, researcher, and the author of Cured, who has spent decades exploring the extraordinary link between trauma, spontaneous healing from so-called 'incurable' illnesses, and the mind-body connection. We talk…
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"I'm Hooked on a Feeling" | Bobby Cappuccio - 870
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1:10:20The lad is back... And once Bobby gets his usual cat-related story-telling and analysis is promptly out of the way we knuckle down and talk the quirks of modern tech reliance, reminisce about old-school TV shows (hello, Ally McBeal), and share personal stories about the randomness of life and the joy of letting go. From navigating hierarchy in lead…
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Brace yourself, because this one’s going to hit you right in the feels. Deb Richardson is back on the mic with me, and if you caught her story the first time she joined me, you’ll know exactly why I couldn’t wait to have her back. Deb’s journey is one of grit, heart, and a level of badassery that’s hard to put into words. Deb was a guest on behalf …
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Fresh off the back of our trip to the Himalayas, where life-shifting moments unfolded on rugged peaks and sacred grounds, Jem Fuller is back on air with me, and we unpack what it means to truly let go. From ancient rituals to personal transformations, this ep recounts the moments of magic, connection, energy, and creating meaningful change that the…
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When Your Body Turns Against You | Brett Lavars - 867
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57:45Today's story is one that’s equal parts confronting and inspiring. Meet Bret - a bloke who’s been through something so rare and extreme that most of us can’t even begin to wrap our heads around it. Bret was hit with Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS), a condition where your immune system turns on you, attacking your peripheral nerves. It’s as scary as i…
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Deep Work & Radical Self-Discovery | Nicole Liddell - 866
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1:00:51Nicole Liddell is one of those people who embodies everything I bang on about here on Roll With The Punches. She’s lived it, processed it, and come out swinging on the other side with wisdom that’ll make you stop in your tracks... And thus, I could not have asked her any quicker to drop in behind the mic and have a chat with me. Nicole’s years on t…
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Boost Your Brain, Outwit Dementia, and Thrive | Helena Popovic - 865
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1:09:19The ever-brilliant Dr. Helena Popovic is back for another chat and today we leap into the science of brain health, resilience, and the habits that help us thrive. This ep is packed with practical insights and actionable advice for anyone looking to sharpen their mind and enhance their quality of life. Dr. Helena shared the latest groundbreaking rev…
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Holding Space | Kerryn Vaughan - 864
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1:05:45She's back! Kerryn Vaughan always opens the door for a banter on the best array of life's topics... from the profound impact of adversity to the power of vulnerability, and the art of holding space for personal growth and connection. As often is the case, we find ourselves exploring the deeper meaning beneath our experiences (which I absolutely LOV…
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Gender Inequality F*cks Us ALL Over | Thomas Hoffman - 863
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1:12:47Thomas Hoffman is not just a brilliant mate of mine, he's an absolute legend in the fields of inclusion, diversity, and culture reform. Thomas takes us on a deep dive into the ever-evolving conversation about gender identity, biological sex, and the societal systems that shape (and often constrain) our understanding of these topics. We discuss the …
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Rewriting The Rules | Carla Raynes - 862
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1:05:12What happens when you take an unstoppable advocate for youth homelessness, mix in some fiery passion for social change, and sprinkle it with raw authenticity? You get Carla Raynes, founder and CEO of Bridge It, and one of the most inspiring humans I’ve had the privilege of meeting. Carla shares the power of stepping outside of societal labels and r…
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Is Enough Too Much? | Mark LeBusque - 861
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1:03:27In this ep, I’m joined by the one and only Mark LeBusque, a leader in leadership (pun intended), and the guy who gets to the heart of what makes us tick as humans. We dive into some big stuff (as we always do) like the stories we tell ourselves, the circumstances we think define us, and what happens when those two worlds collide. Fresh from my rece…
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Addiction, Redemption, and Surrendering to Win | Mick Hall - 860
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1:04:45Life throws punches, but few have weathered as many as Mick Hall. From a harrowing quest through addiction, homelessness, and hitting rock bottom to 24 years of sobriety and becoming a boxing champion, Mick's story is nothing short of extraordinary. Mick shares a brutally honest account of his life... the raw pain, grit, and ultimately, the triumph…
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Balancing Act: Life & Struggles of a Teenage Girl | Moorea Friedman - 859
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49:36Check out Moorea Friedman... a 16-year-old who is just wise beyond her years. If you’ve ever thought, 'what was I doing at 16?' brace yourselves, because if you're anything like me, you're answer might not sound anything like Mooreas. We dive right into what it’s like growing up today, with the unique pressures of social media and all the intense c…
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The Art of Surrender & Living on Purpose | Bobby Cappuccio - 858
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34:49Alright, legends Bobby Cappuccio is back and we are talking about connection, purpose, the trap of 'being busy,' and the moments we let slip through our fingers because we think we'll get to them later. Spoiler alert: sometimes, later doesn’t come. Bobby opens up about some of his own regrets and missed connections, sharing how those experiences ha…
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Patrick Got His Wang Out | Patrick Bonello - 857
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52:09Righto, legends, buckle up because today, I'm rolling into a conversation with our good friend Patrick Bonello. If you’ve tuned in before, you know Patrick’s not just any guest - he’s one of those mates who brings a whole mix of laughter, deep thought, and the kind of tangents that make you wonder how you ended up laughing so hard in the first plac…
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Perspective. When The Bad Makes Life Better | Terry Tucker - 856
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44:19Today’s episode is a doozy. I’ve got Terry Tucker on the mic, and if you think you’re about to hear just another life story, think again. Terry has indeed been through the ringer... from years on the police force to facing a rare and relentless form of cancer that just wouldn’t quit. But true to form, nor would Terry. He’s still here, still living …
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