How much of success comes down to luck, and how much is in your control?

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Michael Orkin, a statistician, author, and expert in probability, to break down the interplay between chance, risk, and persistence. Drawing from decades of experience, Dr. Orkin shares insights into how randomness shapes our lives and the strategies we can use to navigate uncertainty.

We discuss lessons from high-stakes industries, like crypto and gambling, and how principles like money management and resilience can apply to anyone chasing big goals.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, creative, or just curious about how to stack the odds in your favour, this episode is full of practical wisdom.

• The interplay of luck, risk, and persistence in achieving success.
• Lessons from high-profile failures and the importance of money management.
• Navigating randomness and leveraging it to create opportunities.

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Learning to build authentic relationships with yourself & others will change your life.

In this episode, I sit down with Mark Groves, a Human Connection Specialist and the creator of Create The Love. Mark has dedicated his career to helping people understand the key principles behind meaningful relationships—both with others and within themselves.

He opens up about the burnout that came with relentless growth, managing a rapidly scaling business, and how he reclaimed joy by deciding to focus on what truly matters.

For the busy professionals out listening, we explore how you can build authentic connections, break free from toxic patterns, and align your personal and professional lives with your core values.

TOPICS:

• Building authentic relationships and breaking free from toxic patterns.
• Overcoming burnout and reclaiming joy by aligning with core values.
• Strategies for balancing personal and professional fulfilment.

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What if questioning the way you’ve always done things was the key to unlocking a happier life?

In this episode, I chat with Dr. Ellen Langer, a psychologist known as the "Mother of Mindfulness" and the first woman to earn tenure in Harvard’s psychology department. Ellen’s been researching the power of mindset for over 45 years, showing how the way we think can literally transform our health, relationships, and overall happiness.

We talk about breaking free from societal norms, embracing uncertainty, and making small shifts that can completely change how we experience life. This is one of those conversations that’ll leave you questioning everything - in the best way.

TOPICS:

1. Questioning societal norms and assumptions.
2. The power of mindfulness and reframing perspectives.
3. The impact of mindset on health and happiness.

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What if building stronger relationships could improve every aspect of your life?

In this episode, I sit down with Genevieve Hawkins, an expert in helping people navigate change. With over 25 years of experience, she’s seen how small shifts in how we approach challenges can lead to big changes in our personal lives. We explore how building stronger connections, having tough conversations, and embracing vulnerability can strengthen your mental resilience. Genevieve shares how these tools can help you to move through life’s obstacles, no matter what they are.

TOPICS:

1. Building mental resilience through life’s challenges.
2. Creating safe spaces for tough conversations.
3. The importance of strong relationships for personal growth.

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Transforming your body can change your life... and your mind.

In this episode, I sit down with Gunnar Peterson, a renowned personal trainer who’s worked with everyone from Sylvester Stallone to pro athletes, helping them to unlock their full potential. Gunnar shares lessons from his decades-long career, such as strategies to build lasting fitness routines and mental resilience.

We explore how small, consistent actions lead to big results, why discipline beats motivation, and the mindset shifts that can turn fitness into a lifelong habit.

No matter where you are on your journey, Gunnar’s wisdom will inspire you to take control of your health and transform your approach to life.

TOPICS:

• Building mental resilience through physical endurance
• Translating athletic discipline into personal and professional life
• Preventing and overcoming injuries for sustainable fitness

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Pushing your body can help you build mental resilience for all aspects of life.

In this episode, I sit down with Meg Takacs, an ultra-runner and fitness coach who shares how endurance training transformed her life and mindset. Meg opens up about the grit, setbacks, and breakthroughs that shaped her journey, revealing how pushing her body’s limits helped her overcome life’s biggest challenges.

Meg discusses the mental shifts and strategies that keep her—and her clients—motivated and resilient, offering invaluable insights for anyone ready to harness the strength within to tackle any obstacle life throws their way.

TOPICS:

• Building mental resilience through physical endurance
• Translating athletic discipline into personal and professional life
• Preventing and overcoming injuries for sustainable fitness

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Surviving a life-threatening accident can change everything—from how you see the world to how you live your life.

In this episode, I sit down with Mark Lucari and Ben Lucock to discuss their road to recovery after a near-fatal skydiving collision that tested their physical and mental limits. Mark and Ben have an upcoming documentary called ‘Impact’ that explores how the collision became a turning point in their lives, inspiring them to confront depression, challenge societal stigmas, find strength in imperfection, and redefine what happiness means.

TOPICS:

• Surviving and recovering from a life-altering skydiving accident.
• Breaking mental health stigmas through vulnerability and resilience.
• The creation and impact of their award-winning documentary.

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Do you ever wonder if you could completely transform your life—both physically and mentally—no matter your starting point?

In this episode, I sit down with Charmaine Brillanti, who shares her journey of losing 40kg and rebuilding her mental strength through exercise. Charmaine opens up about the challenges she faced and the powerful ways fitness helped her overcome them, not just by changing her body but by reshaping her mindset.

Charmaine discusses the mindset shifts that helped her achieve lasting change, offering inspiration to anyone ready to take control of their health and wellbeing.

TOPICS:

• Physical and Mental Transformation through Fitness
• Overcoming Stigma and Self-Doubt
• Importance of Routine and Community in Wellbeing

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