Empowering Leaders

Timmy Bristow: A Voice for the Voiceless

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 19:45:00 +0000

Timmy Bristow was nine years old when he ruptured his pancreas playing footy at recess, crawled to the tap, and waited alone in a dark staffroom until his mum finished her shift. By the time she arrived he was blue. A few hours later he was on an ambulance plane to the Royal Children's Hospital in Melbourne with a thirty percent chance of surviving surgery.

While Timmy was in hospital, of the young AFL players who showed up on the ward to help cheer up the young patient was… Luke Darcy. But in that moment - neither of them could have possibly known they'd end up here, having this conversation today.

Timmy grew up in country Victoria, excelled on the sporting field, and for twenty-one years carried the secret that he'd been sexually abused by someone in a position of authority and trust - in an institution that covered it up. He held it through his teens, through footy, through becoming a husband and a father. Until his sister said she'd tell their parents herself if he didn't.

In this conversation on Empowering Leaders, Timmy and Luke talk about what that silence cost and what breaking the silence felt like. They talk about the 28.5% of Australian children who will experience sexual abuse before they turn eighteen, about Timmy’s mammoth effort to run seven marathons in seven states in seven days for Bravehearts, and about what Timmy has built on the other side of all of it - an incredible school he leads the way he wished he'd been led, a personal philosophy of connection, vulnerability and consistency, and a refusal to become a statistic.

We are privileged to have Timmy as part of our Aleda Connect community. Head here to find out more about our signature, cross industry collaboration program, Aleda Connect. Curated and facilitated by experts, running for 8 fortnightly sessions, Aleda Connect is the learning experience of a life-time.

Learn. Lead. Collaborate.

Start your leadership journey today. Meet with founders Luke Darcy, Matt Wadewitz or one of the amazing Aleda Connect facilitators to learn how you can grow alongside people like Timmy within our signature leadership program.

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Lexi Edmondson: Running Towards Danger, Finding Love - What Bondi Taught Us About Leadership & Life

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 19:45:00 +0000

When Lexi Edmondson walked down to Bondi Beach to celebrate finishing her master's degree, she had no idea her life was about to change forever. What began as a summer evening by the water for hundreds of people became one of Australia's most devastating acts of violence - and Lexi ran towards it.

In her most in-depth interview since the December attack, Lexi sits down with Luke Darcy to take us inside the night itself. She talks about the chaos, the moment her training kicked in, and about how the iconic Bondi community responded in the aftermath. Lexi shares the healing power of reconnecting with the people she helped, and the extraordinary gesture from Rabbi Levi Wolf and the Jewish community that brought everyone together.

Armed with fresh surf lifesaving training and sheer instinct, Lexi and fellow volunteer Jimmy McIntosh became part of the community of first responders who helped treat and carry 60 people to safety that night. In the days that followed - amid the grief, the trauma processing, and the slow work of rebuilding - Lexi and Jimmy fell in love.

In the six months since Lexi has been able to identify what a tragedy like the deadly Bondi attack can strip away - the corporate ambitions, the performative rituals of modern dating, the conditions we place on living fully. Lexi shares why she has walked away from a path she thought she wanted, returned to clinical practice to help people one-on-one, and said yes to a relationship that moved at the speed of life.

Plus: the ChatGPT proposal fail, the ring they promised not to buy (and then bought!), and the moment Lexi's mum clocked Jimmy before Lexi even had a chance.

Lexi speaks beautifully about the importance of community, finding courage, championing feminine leadership, and finding the light when everything feels so dark.

Learn. Lead. Collaborate.

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Harry Moffitt: Former SAS Operator on High Performance & What We've Forgotten About Living Well

Tue, 26 May 2026 19:45:00 +0000

Harry Moffitt spent decades inside one of the world's most demanding institutions - Australia's Special Air Service Regiment. He's served in conflict zones across the Middle East including Afghanistan, lost friends, mentored some of the country's most elite operators, and now works as a corporate psychologist helping leaders, athletes, and organisations perform under pressure. He's also the author of Eleven Bats and The Fourth Pillar, a book about a pillar he believes most high performance programs are missing entirely.

In this conversation on Empowering Leaders, Luke and Harry explore what it means to train the whole human. Not just the body or the mind, but the philosophical and moral interior that most people never think to tend to. Harry traces the idea back to a remarkable Australian coach named Percy Cerutty, who in the 1950s and 60s built what might have been the world's first institute of sport from a tin shack on the beach at Portsea. His STOTAN philosophy blended the best of the Stoics and the Spartans into a radical approach to resilience and human performance.

Harry also speaks candidly about the Ben Roberts-Smith war crimes case, one of the most significant and divisive legal proceedings in Australian military history. Harry has worked closely with people on both sides of the investigation and brings a perspective that is measured, informed, and unflinching. He talks about what the case has done to the SAS community, why he believes there is worse yet to come, and what integrity looks like when loyalty and accountability are in direct tension.

Harry speaks with the kind of hard-earned clarity that only comes from actually living what you're writing about - the cost of being away from home, what he now understands about presence, about community, about the difference between chasing things and building a life.

He talks about grief for his friend Lochlan Muddle, about leadership under pressure, about walking the floor as a leader, and about why talking to yourself out loud might be one of the oldest and most powerful practices a human can cultivate.

03:29 The four pillars of high performance
05:50 Percy Cerutty and the STOTAN philosophy
09:33 The whole human: Ancient wisdom and modern performance
14:46 A philosophy for living a meaningful life
18:41 Absence, regret and family
20:45 The SAS brotherhood
22:33 Lochlan Muddle: loss and pride
25:42 Ben Roberts-Smith and a divided community
31:51 Fog of war, moral armory and where the line is
35:17 Afghanistan: did we win?
40:37 What great leaders do consistently
45:50 The ancient art of talking to yourself
51:15 Routines, habits and self first
57:05 Walk the floor: the one piece of advice
1:00:14 Who would Harry collaborate with?
1:04:34 The greatest leader in Harry's life

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Phil Hopley: The Burnout Tipping Point Every Leader Needs to Recognise

Tue, 19 May 2026 19:45:00 +0000

What separates the leaders and athletes who perform under pressure from those who crack? According to Dr Phil Hopley, it comes down to one overlooked discipline: daily recovery.

Phil is a consultant psychiatrist and one of the world's leading experts in mental performance. Through Cognacity - the specialist psychology organisation he leads - Phil has worked inside elite sport, global boardrooms and high-performance teams across Premier League football, Formula One, rugby and Olympic sport. His organisation was the appointed specialist team for the London Olympics and Paralympics.

In this conversation with Luke Darcy, Phil unpacks the science behind sustainable high performance, the hidden cost of distracted working, and why the greatest predictor of long-term leadership success isn't intelligence or ambition - it's self-awareness.

Phil explains the "tipping point" that separates productive pressure from burnout, shares what Kenyan distance runners can teach every corporate leader about recovery, and reveals the Big Five personality assessment his team uses to identify high-risk hires before catastrophic cultural damage is done.

He also talks in-depth about building psychological safety, dialling up kindness in competitive environments, and why the greatest leader in his own life is his 90-year-old father.

Learn. Lead. Collaborate.

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Alisa Camplin: The Extraordinary Mind Behind Winning Gold

Tue, 12 May 2026 19:45:00 +0000

Alisa Camplin is one of Australia's most decorated and driven high performance leaders - an Olympic gold medallist in aerial skiing, Australia's first female winter Olympic gold medallist, and most recently, the first woman to lead an Australian Winter Olympic team as Chef de Mission at the 2026 Milano Cortina Games.

Alisa shares so many of the mental frameworks that powered her greatest performances - and how those same skills carried her through the unimaginable loss of her son Finnan, who passed away after just 10 days following open heart surgery. Together with her husband, she channelled that grief into Finnan's Gift, a foundation that has now raised over $4 million for paediatric cardiac care.

She opens up about recovering from two knee reconstructions in the lead-up to her second Olympics - the last one just 56 days before the Games - and why she believes the most important thing you can do after any setback is get up, find a plan, and be all in.

She also shares what 16 years at IBM, a boardroom career, and leading an Olympic team have taught her about honest conversations, coaching people as whole humans, and the small daily habits that create real, lasting change.

This conversation is a masterclass in what it means to lead with integrity, show up with discipline, and keep going when life gets hard.

We’re privileged to have Alisa as part of the Aleda Connect community - connecting inspiring leaders from across Australia and around the world.

Learn. Lead. Collaborate.

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Alex Carey: When the Setback is Actually the Setup - for International Success

Tue, 05 May 2026 19:45:00 +0000

The AFL dream ended in tears at 20. A decade later, he was lifting the World Test Championship. Alex Carey's journey to becoming one of Australian cricket's most trusted performers is one of the sporting world’s great second-act stories.

A talented junior who played both codes at a high level, Alex took a chance on AFL and moved to Sydney as one of the GWS Giants' foundation players - only to be let go with barely 24 hours' notice. Back in Adelaide, he drifted through a football pre-season and a stint in finance before a quiet conversation with the South Australian Cricket Association gave him one more shot. He almost didn't take it. He nearly quit that too.

But he didn’t and what came next … is all part of Alex’s incredible story.

In this episode, Luke Darcy and Alex Carey hit:

Growing up in a sporting household and the father who shaped his values
The AFL dream, and the brutal moment it was taken away
How two delistings and a finance job led him back to cricket… and eventually to Test cricket
The 2023 Ashes 'spirit of the game' incident at Lord's: online threats, mental battles, and what he'd do differently
Working with performance psychologist Ben Crowe, and the value of having someone outside the system
Fatherhood, sacrifice, and how he and wife Eloise make it all work

Learn. Lead. Collaborate.

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Jakara Anthony: What It Takes to Win Gold Twice

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 19:45:00 +0000

Jakara Anthony is Australia's most successful Winter Olympian…ever. A two-time Olympic gold medallist in mogul skiing, she's the first Australian to defend an Olympic title, doing it on the world stage against competitors from countries where skiing is practically a birthright.

And she's 27.

In this conversation with Luke Darcy, Jakara pulls back the curtain on what being that successful actually takes.

The four-year Olympic cycles planned down to the finest detail.
The mental side of the sport that can't be measured or counted in reps.
The broken collarbone in the lead-up to her second gold.
The fear every time she drops in.
And the coach she's worked with since she was 12 years old who she credits as the greatest leader in her life.

Jakara gives a masterclass in performance, resilience, and what it means to do hard things consistently… even when it's uncomfortable.

04:20 What it means to be in a club of her own
06:04 The four-year Olympic cycle - how it all gets planned
08:21 Dropping in - what's going through her mind at the top of the course
09:27 The edge - why consistency separates her from the field
10:19 Carrying the target - defending Olympic gold at Milano Cortina
11:12 Beating the Europeans at their own sport
12:10 What she's found in herself at 27
12:54 The hard things - fear, the mental game, and learning to cope
14:33 Advice for young people who want to push themselves
15:31 What's next - planning for the French Alps in 2030
16:38 What keeps her balanced outside the sport
18:00 The curiosity rabbit hole - coffee, latte art & sustainable performance
18:57 Her mantra - "be where your feet are"
20:02 Sponsorship & who's backing Australia's greatest Winter Olympian
22:42 Greatest leader in her life - coach Pete McNiel

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Peter Malinauskas: Why Leaders Must Spend Their Capital or Lose It

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 19:45:00 +0000

Recorded live at Adelaide Oval in front of a packed Aleda Connect audience during one of the most talked-about weekends in Australian sport, South Australian Premier Peter Malinauskas sits down with Luke Darcy for a rich and candid conversation.

In this episode, he reflects on:

What it actually means to lead at the highest level
The difference between authentic leadership and the kind people see straight through
Why compassion in political leadership is mistaken for weakness and why he thinks the opposite is true
What it looks like to build a small circle of people brave enough to tell you you're completely wrong.

The Premier also talks about the discipline required to stay focused on big-picture vision when crises are landing on your desk every single day… from child protection to hospital systems to policing. He shares a defining leadership miscalculation that taught him to trust his instincts. And he makes a brilliant case that in a world of uncertainty, the leader's job isn't to commentate the problem… it's to Make. The. Call.

And... there's also the story behind his now-legendary "Trump-style" negotiation tactic deployed in front of the AFL commission. That one you'll have to hear for yourself.

Gather Round. Adelaide Oval. The Premier of South Australia.

00:00 Welcome to Adelaide Oval
01:20 Taking office - the vision for South Australia
02:25 Defining great leadership
04:19 The crisis of global leadership
05:46 Who do you turn to when things get hard?
07:59 A defining leadership mistake
10:30 Long-term vision vs short-term fires
12:21 Legacy - what does he hope South Australia looks like?
13:48 One piece of advice for every leader in the room
16:31 Greatest leader in his life - Bob Hawke
20:08 Q&A - Federal ambitions?
22:59 The Gather Round negotiation with the AFL
26:51 Where does he switch off?
29:01 Q&A - Immigration, growth & South Australia's identity

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Ian McKeown: Why Composure Is the Ultimate Superpower

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 19:45:00 +0000

If your team wins, who gets the credit… and what does your answer say about the culture you're building?

Ian McKeown has spent more than two decades at the cutting edge of elite sport… from the AFL to the NHL's Philadelphia Flyers, and back to Australia as General Manager of Performance at the Adelaide Crows.

He holds a PhD in strength and conditioning, has published extensively on ecological dynamics and applied sports science, and is widely regarded as one of the most sophisticated performance architects in global sport. But spend five minutes with him and what strikes you most isn't the credentials… it's the human.

In this episode, Ian unpacks what he's learned across three continents about the conditions that allow people - and teams - to truly thrive. He talks about why you can smell a dysfunctional culture the moment you walk in, and why the fanciest facility in the world means nothing if it doesn't feel right. He shares the Seth Godin book he read on the plane from Ireland to Australia that changed the way he thought about his career along with the winning philosophy he's carried ever since.

He explains why shared goals, shared ownership and shared success are the only things that actually build something sustainable. He also gets into the butterfly effect of great leadership, the two words he comes back to every single day - kindness and composure - and why he believes the scariest person in any room isn't the loudest one. It's the one who doesn’t flinch.

Ian’s belief in the power of connection, curiosity and genuine human relationships runs through every single minute of this conversation.

Learn. Lead. Collaborate.

We are privileged to have Ian as part of our Aleda Connect community.

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Adam Wadewitz: The Iconic Winemaker on Passion, Precision and the Pursuit of World-Class Wine

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:45:00 +0000

What separates a good wine from a truly world-class one?

According to Adam Wadewitz, it comes down to balance, finesse… and a relentless commitment to the vineyard.

Adam is the Chief Winemaker and Joint CEO at Shaw + Smith, one of Australia's most iconic cool-climate wineries, and one of the most decorated winemakers of his generation. In this episode, he takes us from the footy fields of Willunga in South Australia to the vineyards of Europe… sharing what drove him to the top of his craft, how great teams are built, and why he believes Australian Grenache is on the cusp of a new world chapter!

He also generously shares with you the list of his five wines to drink before you die, the legendary story behind Wendouree and how he came to hold cuttings from one of Australia's most coveted vineyards, and what he’s learned from a Melbourne Symphony Orchestra conductor about leadership and energy.

Learn. Lead. Collaborate.

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Dr Kyle Daigle: What the Brain Can Do - Autism, Healing & Human Performance

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 18:45:00 +0000

Last week, our guest Luke Tunnecliffe told the story of his son Jack… eight and a half years old, non-verbal and autistic… and the search that brought his family to a clinic in Lake Charles, Louisiana.

This week, our guest is the doctor who runs that clinic.

Dr Kyle Daigle is a clinician, author and global thought leader in functional neurology. From his clinic in Louisiana, which attracts families and athletes from over 78 countries, Kyle is doing what many doctors said couldn't be done. He's helping non-verbal children find their voice, uncovering the hidden connections between the gut, the sinuses and the brain, and working with Olympians and elite athletes to unlock peak performance.

In this episode, Kyle shares the multi-system approach he uses to understand and treat complex neurological conditions, the surprising parallel between neurodiverse children and elite athletes, how sensory stimulation and light therapy are producing results that are changing families' lives, the leadership lessons forged through his own journey as an ADHD kid with a speech impediment, and the simple belief at the heart of everything he does - when you understand the brain, create safety and stay patient, incredible change is possible.

This conversation reflects Dr Kyle's clinical experience and personal philosophy. It is not intended as medical advice. Listeners should always seek guidance from qualified healthcare professionals when making decisions about their own health.

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Luke Tunnecliffe: Ed Sheeran Serenaded My Non-Verbal Son - A Family’s Search for Answers and the Treatment That Changed Everything

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 18:45:00 +0000

Luke Darcy sits down with Luke Tunnecliffe - a man who has spent most of his career behind the scenes shaping the biggest moments in Australian sport and media.

From walking into Collingwood at 17 to decades in the Triple M Footy chair and building JamTV alongside Eddie McGuire, Luke is a steady hand. A connector. A storyteller.

He’s been in rooms with Usain Bolt. Backstage with John Farnham. In Shane Warne’s man cave while Ed Sheeran played DJ.

But this conversation isn’t really about any of that.

It’s about Jack.

Luke and his wife Amy are raising three children, including their son Jack, who is nonverbal and autistic. Unwilling to accept treatment with no promise of positive change, they have spent years trying to understand what might help, and how to hold a family together when life doesn’t look the way you thought it would.

Luke speaks honestly about the strain - the financial weight, the exhaustion, the impact on siblings, the friendships that fall away and the ones that step up.

He talks about the way music became a lifeline for Jack. And how in one extraordinary moment, Ed Sheeran sat with his guitar beneath the MCG and sang to him - calming him in a way few others could.

And then came a treatment plan that has changed everything. While there’s still a long journey ahead, the treatment has already led to the moment that Luke will hold onto for the rest of his life - Jack putting his arms around his neck and saying the three words he’d been waiting years to hear.

This is an episode about resilience, fatherhood, mateship - and what it feels like when hope slowly starts to return.

This conversation reflects Luke and his family’s personal experience. It is not intended as medical advice. Listeners should always seek guidance from qualified healthcare professionals when making decisions about their own health.

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Cate Campbell: Consistency’s not sexy but it’s the bedrock of success

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 18:45:00 +0000

What does it actually take to perform at the highest level - not just once, but across a career?

Luke Darcy sits down with Cate Campbell, four-time Olympic gold medallist and one of the most respected voices in Australian sport. Cate doesn't just talk about the wins. She reflects on the dream she and her sister Bronte cooked up as children in Malawi, the surreal experience of becoming an Olympian at 16, and what it meant to carry the Australian flag at Tokyo. But she also goes somewhere far more honest - into the parts of elite sport that rarely make the highlight reel: identity, failure, body image, team culture, and what it means to figure out who you are when the sport that shaped you is finally over.

Cate also shares what real resilience looks like, why the most powerful shift in Swimming Australia was moving from valuing performance to valuing people, and the three pieces of advice she'd give any young person chasing a dream.

Cate and Bronte recently launched their podcast, Campbells and Co. Check it out here.

We are privileged to have Cate as part of our Aleda Connect community. If you want to learn and grow alongside people like her, find out more via the link below.

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Scott Galloway: AI Pushback, Rejection and How We Are Utterly Failing Young Men

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 18:45:00 +0000

Are we paying enough attention to our young men? Do we know how to raise healthy, confident young men in the world we live in?

Luke Darcy sits down with Scott Galloway, professor at NYU Stern, entrepreneur, bestselling author and host of the wildly successful Prof G and Pivot podcasts.

In this conversation on Empowering Leaders, Luke and Scott explore the pressures facing young men right now and why the path to adulthood seems harder than it once was. Scott reflects on the role his mother played in shaping his life, why learning to handle rejection has served him so well, and how becoming a father completely shifted his sense of purpose.

He shares why boys need strong role models around them now more than ever, reminds us why empathy matters more in leadership than many people realise, and why learning to recover from failure might be one of the most important life skills we can develop.

You’ll also hear about Scott’s upcoming plans for his huge Resist & Unsubscribe movement, his disappointment in most big tech companies at this time and his belief that sometimes the most powerful thing individuals can do is simply choose not to participate.

Scott, authentic as always, offers the kind of leadership our next generation may need most.

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Scott O’Neil: Respecting Tradition, Driving Innovation as CEO of LIV Golf.

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 18:45:00 +0000

Recorded live overlooking the 18th at LIV Golf Adelaide 2026, Luke sits down with Scott O’Neil, CEO of one of the most talked about organisations in global sport.

Scott has led at the highest levels of the NBA, NFL and NHL, and now finds himself as CEO of LIV Golf, guiding a competition that has challenged golf’s traditions while attracting a new generation to the game.

In this conversation, he reflects on disruption and humility, the balance between innovation and respect for history, and why free agency matters in modern sport. He shares the philosophy behind his book Be Where Your Feet Are, what it means to lead under scrutiny, and how he keeps perspective when the criticism inevitably comes.

From coaching his four daughters in basketball to learning golf at 50 in front of a global audience (a great story!), Scott speaks candidly about ambition, family, pressure and giving grace.

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Jon Horst: Championship Culture from an NBA Executive of the Year

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 18:45:00 +0000

What does it really take to build a championship organisation in one of the most competitive leagues in the world?

On this episode of Empowering Leaders, Luke sits down with Jon Horst, General Manager of the Milwaukee Bucks and one of the most respected executives in the NBA.

From starting as an intern to becoming the youngest GM in the league, Jon shares the mindset that shaped his rise - and the leadership principles that helped deliver an NBA championship and sustained excellence.

He reflects on building a team around Giannis Antetokounmpo, what makes Giannis so rare beyond talent, and why character is non-negotiable when constructing a winning culture.

Big topics:

Jon's reputation for recruitment and the “IP” behind their decision-making process

The balance between analytics and instinct

How clear communication cuts through high-stakes pressure

Why sustained success is about people, not just performance

Jon also speaks about the cross-pollination of leadership across sport - you’ll hear him mention leaders like Matt LaFleur (listen to Matt’s Empowering Leaders episode here) - and how community and shared learning elevate teams beyond what any individual can do alone.

Learn. Lead. Collaborate.

We are privileged to have Jon as part of our Aleda Connect community. Book a discovery call today to find out more about how you can learn and grow alongside people like Jon within our signature leadership program.

Head here to find out more about our signature, cross industry collaboration program, Aleda Connect. Curated and facilitated by experts, running for 8 fortnightly sessions, Aleda Connect is the learning experience of a life-time.

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Inside Aleda Connect: Leaders on Learning Together

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 18:45:00 +0000

What’s it like to be part of a small, trusted leadership group?

Inside Aleda Connect, leaders from more than 20 countries come together each month in small groups to learn, reflect and collaborate.

In this episode of Empowering Leaders, Luke Darcy shares the voices of ten leaders who are part of the Aleda Connect Global Leadership Program. From elite sport to global business, from diplomacy to AI, they offer honest reflections on what it means to step into a trusted leadership community.

You’ll hear from Adam Driussi, Dan Rutstein, Emma Hayes, Jeremy Kodomichalos, Dixie Marshall, Paul Barnes, Sami Whitcomb, Aubrey Pleasant, Jenny Boucek and Jeff Scott - each responding to a simple question:

What’s it actually like to be part of a small, trusted leadership group?

What comes through isn’t theory. It’s lived experience. Conversations about vulnerability, accountability, imposter syndrome, loneliness at the top, and the compound effect of learning alongside people who think differently to you.

We're privileged to work with this incredible collection of leaders who believe growth doesn’t happen in isolation.

Find the full conversations with each of these guests right here:

Aubrey Pleasant: The NFL Coach’s Emotional Intelligence Playbook

Dan Rutstein: British Diplomacy to American Soccer Leadership

Dixie Marshall: The Power of Storytelling in Leadership

Adam Driussi: The Moment AI Saved My Company a Million Dollars

Emma Hayes LIVE from London: For Women, By Women, Football & Beyond

Jenny Boucek: How Servant Leadership Takes You to the Highest Level

Jeremy Kodomichalos: There’s No Standard Path in Life or Business

Paul Barnes: Navigating the Fast Lane of Formula One

Sami Whitcomb: From Undrafted to WNBA Champion

Super Bowl 2025 Leadership: Jeff Scott VP of Football Operations, Philadelphia Eagles

To discover how you can learn and grow alongside leaders like the ones you've heard from today head here.

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Success Leaves Clues: Greatest Leader

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 18:45:00 +0000

When you listen to leaders long enough, certain names keep coming up.

In this Success Leaves Clues episode of Empowering Leaders, Luke asks a simple question: who has been the greatest leader in your life? The answers are intimate and often unexpected. A television director who kept a young host’s ego in check. A boss who held a job open throughout chemotherapy. A father with “magic dust.” A partner who quietly led the family while the world watched the cricket. A wife building programs for kids with neurodiversity. A dad who could walk with kings and keep the common touch. A dentist who modelled what it meant to run a values-led practice.

It is a moving reminder that leadership is often most present in the home, the clinic, the training track and the everyday conversations nobody else sees.

Find the full episodes right here:

Wil Anderson: "I'm a storyteller, not a documentarian!"

Jamila Rizvi: Leadership, Legacy, and Living With a ‘Broken Brain’

Bec Daniher: Why Action Speaks Loudest — $115M and Counting

Mike Hussey: How to Lead When the Heat Is On

Jeremy Kodomichalos: There’s No Standard Path in Life or Business

Super Bowl 2025 Leadership: Jeff Scott VP of Football Operations, Philadelphia Eagles

Dr Tim McGrath: How to Beat Burnout and Find Balance at the Top

Many of the leaders featured in this episode are members of our Aleda Connect community. To discover how you can learn and grow in a group alongside leaders like them, book a discovery call today and learn more about our signature program.

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Success Leaves Clues: Great Leadership Advice

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 18:45:00 +0000

Sometimes the best leadership wisdom fits on a Post-it note.

In this Success Leaves Clues episode of Empowering Leaders, Luke asks his guests for the one piece of advice they keep returning to. The answers range from the disarmingly simple to the deeply strategic. “Wake up each day and don’t be a wanker.” Keep the team at the centre but honour the individual. Keep dreaming and prepare for your chance. Catch people doing things right. Coach the way you’d want someone to coach your own kids. Lean into authenticity, even when it costs you. Say yes to leadership, even if you doubt yourself. And get to know yourself properly, especially the things you’d rather avoid.

These are small sentences that shape entire cultures.

Find the full episodes right here:

Natalie Kyriacou: Leadership during the Climate Crisis

Emma Hayes LIVE from London: For Women, By Women, Football & Beyond

Bruce McAvaney: The voice behind the most unforgettable moments in Australian sport

Todd Duncan: The 10 Word Question You Need To Ask Every Client

Mike Brey: From Notre Dame to the NBA

Brad Harrison: A Warrior’s Take on AI, Ayahuasca, and the Future of Defence

Jacinda Ardern: The Cost and the Power of Compassionate Leadership

Pippa Grange: Leading with Soul in a World Obsessed with Winning

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Success Leaves Clues: Collaboration

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 18:45:00 +0000

True collaboration is not just getting along. It is committing to a mission together.

In this episode of the Empowering Leaders Success Leaves Clues, Luke talks with people who have lived collaboration in very different ways. Peter Rea explores character, growth and post-traumatic growth. Mikel Arteta reflects on a simple object, a football, and how it can change a life and even a country. Adam Driussi explains why his most important business relationship feels like a marriage. Paul Barnes talks about clarity and communication under race pressure. Dixie Marshall shares what happens when creatives, strategists and data people actually listen to each other. Lucinda Hartley and Andy Walshe bring in cross-sector collaborations that reimagine housing, cities and human performance.

It is a wide-ranging look at what happens when you put different experiences in the same room and ask them to build something together.

Find the full episodes right here:

Dr. Peter Rea: Ask Your Kids This Instead - The 3 Questions That Cut Anxiety & Build Character

Steve Kerr & Mikel Arteta LIVE: The Leadership Playbook

Adam Driussi: The Moment AI Saved My Company a Million Dollars

Paul Barnes: Navigating the Fast Lane of Formula One

Dixie Marshall: The Power of Storytelling in Leadership

Lucinda Hartley: How Our Spaces Shape The People We Become

Andy Walshe: Has Human Potential Peaked?

Learn. Lead. Collaborate.

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Success Leaves Clues: Communication

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 18:45:00 +0000

Everyone says communication is important. But how do you master it?

In this episode of the Empowering Leaders Success Leaves Clues, Luke brings together people who think deeply about how words land. Dan Rutstein talks about the power of three. Julian Treasure shares why listening is a radical act. Steve Kerr explains why he sometimes writes letters instead of speeches. Michael Cheika leans into honest conflict. Yasmin Poole walks toward hard truths. Suzanne Eyler Williams reminds us to say less and hear more. And Gilbert Enoka talks about the internal shift that needs to happen before any external change can stick.

It’s a collection of stories about communication that is clear, human and often uncomfortable, but always in service of something bigger than ego.

Find the full episodes right here:

Dan Rutstein: British Diplomacy to American Soccer Leadership

Julian Treasure: The Real Power Move? Saying Less, Listening Better

Steve Kerr & Mikel Arteta LIVE: The Leadership Playbook

Michael Cheika: Leading Across Cultures - What Business Can Borrow From Sport

Yasmin Poole: How to Speak Up - Even When It’s Hard

Suzanne Eyler Williams: Cushioning the effects of concussion and repetitive impact

Gilbert Enoka: The Mind Behind the All Blacks

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Success Leaves Clues: Curiosity

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 18:45:00 +0000

Some leaders feel the pressure to have all the answers. The most interesting ones stay curious instead.

In this Success Leaves Clues episode of Empowering Leaders, Luke sits with people who’ve built entire careers on asking better questions. From future-of-work expert Dr Ben Hamer to AI advisor Dr Ayesha Khanna, cave diver Craig Challen, Paralympic champion Curtis McGrath, artist Vincent Fantauzzo and coach Lorena Bernal, they all talk about staying open, not finished.

They share how curiosity makes you more agile, more humble and more collaborative, whether you’re trying to save lives, win gold or create something beautiful. It’s a celebration of leaders who don’t pretend to know everything, and who enjoy the process of learning as much as the outcome.

Find the full episodes right here:

Dr. Ben Hamer: AI + Gen Z = the End of Business as Usual

Dr Ayesha Khanna: How to Build Big with AI and Lead with Humanity

Dr Craig Challen: Leadership When the Stakes Are Life and Death

Curtis McGrath: Finding Purpose When the World Falls Apart

Vincent Fantauzzo: The bravery, beauty and brilliance of a neurodivergent mind

Lorena Bernal: Authenticity Over Perfection

Learn. Lead. Collaborate.

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Success Leaves Clues: Self Leadership

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 18:45:00 +0000

In leadership, everyone talks about high performance. Fewer people talk honestly about what it actually costs.

In this Success Leaves Clues episode of Empowering Leaders, Luke brings together a powerful mix of coaches, athletes and leaders who all start in the same place: self leadership. From the NFL to elite netball, from politics to BMX gold, they talk about managing energy, filling your own cup, and knowing who you are before you try to lead anyone else.

You’ll hear about meditation, vitamins and morning routines, but also about boundaries, honesty and the strange balance between being selfish enough to pursue a dream and selfless enough to use it to help others. It’s a reminder that before you lead a team, a family or a country, you have to learn how to lead yourself.

Find the full episodes right here:

Aubrey Pleasant: The NFL Coach’s Emotional Intelligence Playbook

Jack Preddey: Training Your Mind Like an Elite Athlete

Jenny Boucek: How Servant Leadership Takes You to the Highest Level

Tyson Ballard: Innovating at the crossroads of Law, AI & Lifestyle

Tania Obst: From 23 Losses to Double Championship Glory

Behind the Politics: Peter Dutton on Family, Leadership, and Australia’s Challenges

Saya Sakakibara: Turn Your Fear into a Superpower

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AI EDITION: How Leaders Rise in an AI World

Sun, 28 Dec 2025 18:45:00 +0000

This special episode of Empowering Leaders brings together some of the world’s most forward-thinking voices to explore one of the biggest shifts of our time: artificial intelligence.

Across dozens of conversations on the show, we’ve been asking leaders how they’re navigating this moment. Their answers are honest, energising, sometimes confronting... and full of clues about what great leadership will require next.

You’ll hear from Andy Walshe, Adam Driussi, Dr Ben Hamer, Tyson Ballard, Brad Harrison, Julian Treasure, Dr Ayesha Khanna, Jeremy Kodomichalos and Dan Rutstein - each offering a unique perspective on what AI means for creativity, decision-making, responsibility and the future of work.

From what these leaders have told us, as powerful as AI becomes, the future will still belong to people who can listen, adapt, stay curious, and lead with clarity.

This collection invites you to pause, look ahead, and consider how you want to show up in this new era.

Listen to the episodes in full below:

Andy Walshe: Has Human Potential Peaked?

Dr Ayesha Khanna: How to Build Big with AI and Lead with Humanity

Jeremy Kodomichalos: There’s No Standard Path in Life or Business

Adam Driussi: The Moment AI Saved My Company a Million Dollars

Dan Rutstein: British Diplomacy to American Soccer Leadership

Brad Harrison: A Warrior’s Take on AI, Ayahuasca, and the Future of Defence

Julian Treasure: The Real Power Move? Saying Less, Listening Better

Dr. Ben Hamer: AI + Gen Z = the End of Business as Usual

Tyson Ballard: Innovating at the crossroads of Law, AI & Lifestyle

Learn. Lead. Collaborate.

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Alyson Annan: The 3 Questions Parents Need to Ask After Sport from a Dual Olympic Champion

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 18:45:00 +0000

On this episode of Empowering Leaders, Luke Darcy sits down with one of the greatest figures in world hockey, dual Olympic gold medallist and champion coach Alyson Annan.

Alyson reflects on her journey from superstar player to leading the Dutch and now Chinese women’s national teams, and why she never once thought of herself as “the best in the world” - even though she was! She shares the deceptively simple goals that drove her playing career, and how curiosity has become the secret to sustaining performance over decades.

Luke and Alyson explore what high-performance sport can teach business about recovery, emotional connection and celebrating success, and why leaders should spend more time observing their people rather than filling every moment with instruction. Alyson also opens up about growing up fast, parenting in youth sport, and why learning Chinese has transformed her understanding of communication and trust.

Alyson delivers a masterclass in leadership, language and humility as one of the most respected coaches in global sport.

You'll hear Alyson mention the legendary Emma Hayes: Listen or relisted to Luke's episode with Emma Hayes here: Emma Hayes LIVE from London: For Women, By Women, Football & Beyond

We are privileged to have Alyson as part of our Aleda Connect community. Book a discovery call today to find out more about how you can learn and grow alongside people like Alyson within our signature leadership program.

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Anna West: The Truth About Better Sleep (And How to Get It Tonight)

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 18:45:00 +0000

On this special SLEEP episode of Empowering Leaders, Luke sits down with world-leading sleep and recovery coach Anna West, founder of Sleep2Perform, to explore why good sleep might be the most underrated performance enhancer on the planet.

Drawing on her work with Premier League clubs, Olympic programs and high-pressure corporate environments, Anna explains how a single night of poor sleep can affect learning, reaction time and injury risk, and why she’s less interested in scare tactics and far more interested in helping people understand how much great sleep can change their lives!

She and Luke unpack why a good night’s sleep actually starts the moment you wake up, exactly how daylight, movement, nutrition and stress all shape your sleep hours, and why some of the most talked-about trends… from wearables to mouth taping… need a lot more critical thinking. Anna also shares simple ways to handle jet lag, long-haul travel and late-night schedules, and gets into the nitty gritty of how leaders can build cultures where rest is seen as a competitive advantage, not a sign of weakness.

Anna is full of practical, science-grounded wisdom that will change the way you think about your days and your nights!

We are privileged to have Anna as part of our Aleda Connect community. Book a discovery call today to find out more about how you can learn and grow alongside people like Anna within our signature leadership program.

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Sami Whitcomb: From Undrafted to WNBA Champion

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 18:45:00 +0000

What if the “right” pathway to success doesn’t exist?

In this episode of Empowering Leaders, Luke sits down with WNBA champion and Opals leader Sami Whitcomb, whose story is anything but conventional. Undrafted out of college and cut from early opportunities, Sami took her game to Germany and Australia, grinding away from the spotlight for years before forcing her way into the WNBA at 28 and becoming a two-time champion.

Sami and Luke talk about what really separates elite performers and they get into the details of exactly how Sami squeezes every bit of potential out of her own game. Sami shares openly about imposter syndrome at the top level, the leaders who changed everything for her (including Opals captain Tess Madgen and WNBA legend Sue Bird), and why authentic care and collaboration are non-negotiable in great teams.

They also dive into the harder questions: how to balance motherhood with elite sport, why having a village matters, how to switch off and be truly present at home, and the role of curiosity and perspective in sustaining a long career. It’s a grounded, generous conversation about resilience, leadership and building a life that isn’t defined by your circumstances.

We are privileged to have Sami as part of our Aleda Connect community. Book a discovery call today to find out more about how you can learn and grow alongside people like Sami within our signature leadership program.

Learn. Lead. Collaborate.

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Saya Sakakibara: Turn Your Fear into a Superpower

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 18:45:00 +0000

What do you do when the thing you love most is also the thing you fear the most?

In this episode of Empowering Leaders, Luke sits down with Olympic BMX gold medallist Saya Sakakibara, whose story is as much about courage and inner work as it is about winning in Paris.

Saya opens up about watching her brother Kai’s life-changing crash, the strange limbo that followed, and why she chose to keep racing for both of them. She explains how fear didn’t hit all at once, but crept in later through her own crashes, and how that planted a seed of doubt she had to learn to work with, not run from.

Saya talks Luke through the mental performance tools that changed everything: rewiring her subconscious, using visualisation as “future memories,” focusing on the 95% of the mind that runs in the background and training it like a muscle. She shares how her “Just go” mantra helped her block out distraction in Paris, and why walking away knowing she didn’t leave anything on the table mattered just as much as the gold medal.

Beyond BMX, Saya reflects on becoming an author and public speaker despite a fear of speaking, the tension between being “selfish” as an elite athlete and wanting to give back, and why asking for help has always been her quiet form of leadership. She also shares her dream of helping young athletes and young women find their voice, tell their story and build a life they’re proud of.

Saya shares the mindset you can build from the ground up. And reminds us all that courage is not the absence of fear, it’s what you decide to do with it.

Grab a copy of Saya’s brand new book “Just Go” for more Saya magic!

If you're in Melbourne tonight, head to the The W Club to meet BMX Olympic Gold Medallist Saya Sakakibara and celebrate the release of her brand-new inspiring memoir, 'Just Go'. Tickets are selling fast here.

Luke mentions a brilliant episode with Steve Hooker, Olympic Pole Vaulting gold medalist - listen here.

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Gilbert Enoka: The Mind Behind the All Blacks

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 18:45:00 +0000

What makes the All Blacks the most successful international sporting team of all time?

For Gilbert Enoka, who spent 23 years shaping their mindset and culture, the answer begins within.

In September, when Luke walked into Aleda’s leadership conference in London, the Head Coach of the United States Women’s National Team, Emma Hayes, was clutching Gilbert’s book in her hands. She looked up at Luke and said, “You have to read this.” (Emma’s recent episode is here.)

In this episode of Empowering Leaders, after reading the book as prescribed, Luke sits down with the legendary mental skills coach whose work has transformed how the world thinks about leadership, pressure and performance. From his early years in an orphanage to two decades guiding the All Blacks, Gilbert shares timeless lessons about resilience, self-belief and the quiet power of structure and humility.

He explains why you’ll never rise above your opinion of yourself, how great leaders “nail it not nearly it,” and why there can be no external gains without an internal shift. One of our favourite bits (because we do this here at Aleda) is when Gilbert reminds us not to rush past our successes but to instead “vent our joy” just as we vent our problems.

You’ll hear Luke mention NBA great Steve Kerr’s recent episode - listen (or listen again) here.

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Dr Ayesha Khanna: How to Build Big with AI and Lead with Humanity

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 18:45:00 +0000

What should leaders actually do with AI this year? In this conversation, futurist and CEO Dr Ayesha Khanna gives Luke clear, practical steps for small teams and big organisations: start with personal productivity, build safe team workflows, then move to data-driven pilots that serve customers first.

Ayesha explains why governance must sit beside innovation, what recent AI experiments really tell us, and how great leadership in the AI age is defined by ethics, upskilling, and a true growth mindset. She shares lessons from her failed startups and her incredible work teaching AI skills to girls and women.

Ayesha believes there’s “something remarkable about everyone” and it shows. Listen in as Luke and Ayesha also touch on quantum computing, Singapore as an iconic national transformation, and Ayesha’s refreshingly human rules to live by including “multitasking is a sin” and taking regular tech and AI fasts.

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Jacinda Ardern: The Cost and the Power of Compassionate Leadership

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 18:45:00 +0000

Few leaders have captured the world’s attention quite like Jacinda Ardern has!

As Prime Minister of New Zealand, she became known for her compassion, her decisiveness, and her ability to lead through crises with grace.

Now, after stepping away from politics, Jacinda is finding new ways to influence change - through her work at Harvard, her continued advocacy for kindness and integrity in leadership, and her role as a mother navigating what balance really means.

In this episode of Empowering Leaders, Luke Darcy speaks with Jacinda about what she’s learned in reflection, the human cost of leadership, and how we might build a future shaped by empathy rather than fear.

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Jeremy Kodomichalos: There’s No Standard Path in Life or Business

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 18:45:00 +0000

What does it take to lead with clarity in a world that celebrates complexity?

Jeremy Kodomichalos spent over a decade helping shape Google’s strategy and operations across Australia and New Zealand. He’s known for his calm, collaborative approach to leadership - one grounded in curiosity, problem-solving and humility.

In this conversation, Jeremy reflects on the lessons that shaped his path - from the sacrifices of his Greek immigrant family to the early mentors who opened doors and taught him the power of asking the right questions. He shares insights from his time at Procter & Gamble and Google, and why he believes perfection is overrated, simplicity is underrated, and psychological safety is the foundation of high-performing teams.

Jeremy offers up key lessons on leadership, gratitude, and the importance of staying grounded while striving to grow.

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Adam Driussi: The Moment AI Saved My Company a Million Dollars

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 18:45:00 +0000

What happens when a data scientist steps into the boardroom and the locker room at the same time? Adam Driussi, co-founder and CEO of Quantium and chairman of the Canterbury Bulldogs, shares how he’s using artificial intelligence to shape both business and sport.

Adam explains why leaders shouldn’t feel “aged-out” of AI, how simple it is to get started, and the surprising ways he personally uses it - from strategic planning to preparing for difficult conversations. He also shares a real-life example of AI potentially saving Quantium a million dollars a year in support costs, and reflects on how society needs to balance the power of technology with the human need for trust, judgment and connection.

The conversation also touches on Adam's experience in the Aleda Connect leadership program, including the leadership feedback that completely changed the way he approaches team culture.

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Dr Tim McGrath: How to Beat Burnout and Find Balance at the Top

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 18:45:00 +0000

How do you stay driven and ambitious... without burning yourself out on your way?

In this episode of Empowering Leaders, Luke Darcy sits down with Dr Tim McGrath, Senior Director of Player Health and Performance for the NFL’s Washington Commanders. With a career spanning the AFL, NRL, NBA and now the NFL, Tim has spent decades helping athletes and teams find the balance between relentless ambition and sustainable success.

He shares what he’s learned about leadership in high-pressure environments, the warning signs of burnout, and why the best leaders know when to ease off the throttle. Tim also opens up about authenticity, emotional intelligence, how consistency is the key to success - and many other traits that keep great teams steady through the highs and lows.

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Jenny Boucek: How Servant Leadership Takes You to the Highest Level

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 18:45:00 +0000

What does servant leadership look like at the highest level of professional sport?

Jenny Boucek is one of the first women to coach in the NBA. She’s a trailblazer who’s shaped her own leadership style across two decades in professional basketball. From head coaching in the WNBA to assistant coaching roles with the Sacramento Kings, Dallas Mavericks and now the Indiana Pacers, she’s built a reputation for empathy, intelligence and a commitment to excellence that totally transcends sport.

In this conversation on Empowering Leaders, Jenny and Luke talk about resilience, parenthood and purpose. Jenny reflects on the mentors who helped her grow, the power of a woman leading a team of men in one of the world’s most competitive environments, and the balance between ambition and compassion. Jenny’s comes back time and again to the idea that leadership isn’t about proving yourself … it’s actually about serving others while staying true to your values.

You’ll hear mentions of two previous episodes in this chat - Emma Hayes & James Tomkins - they’re both incredible so check them out if you missed them, or listen again!

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Curtis McGrath: Finding Purpose When the World Falls Apart

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 19:45:00 +0000

Thirteen years ago, Curtis McGrath lay on a battlefield in Afghanistan, having just lost both legs to an IED. As his mates carried him away, he promised they would see him at the Paralympics. He kept that promise ... FOUR gold medals later, Curtis is one of the most dominant paracanoe athletes in history.

In this episode of Empowering Leaders, Curtis shares the ways that humour has carried him through his darkest moments, why he writes his goals on the wall, and the discipline that has defined his success in life. He is serious about celebrating wins before chasing the next mountain, and shares how fatherhood has reshaped his perspective on leadership and purpose.

Learn. Lead. Collaborate.

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Dan Rutstein: British Diplomacy to American Soccer Leadership

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 19:45:00 +0000

What do whiskey, Madonna’s bagpipe player, and American soccer have in common? The answer: today's guest, Dan Rutstein!

A former British diplomat and award-winning journalist, Dan is now President of Orange County Soccer Club, where he’s overseen record crowds, commercial growth, and a remarkable transformation of the club. Along the way he’s also built a reputation as a gifted communicator and storyteller, hosting his own podcasts and pioneering the idea of “whiskey diplomacy” as a way to connect people and ideas.

In this wide-ranging conversation with Luke Darcy on Empowering Leaders, Dan reflects on what he’s carried from diplomacy into sport, why building memorable experiences matters more than metrics, and how relationships remain at the heart of leadership even in an AI-driven world. He shares stories of learning from bad bosses, the loneliness of leadership, and the communication trick he swears by - the magic of three. Dan offers so much insight into what it really takes to lead with curiosity and connection across industries.

Dan & Luke mention Soccer for Hope and Dan’s podcasts: Screaming into the Hollywood Abyss, America the Beautiful Game, United States of Dramerica

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Emma Hayes LIVE from London: For Women, By Women, Football & Beyond

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 19:45:00 +0000

How do you reshape an entire sport through a female lens?

Recorded LIVE in London on 5 September 2025 at Lead Better, Live Better - a transformational leadership and wellness conference co-created by Aleda and Live Love Better - Emma Hayes shares her journey from a career-ending injury at 17 to leading Chelsea and now the US Women’s National Team. Speaking to an audience of global leaders gathered at The Londoner Hotel, she makes the case for coach education that accounts for the menstrual cycle, workplace policies that support women through menopause, and leadership that puts wellbeing at its core.

Emma’s candid reflections sit alongside other standout sessions from the two-day event - including Steve Kerr and Mikel Arteta’s Leadership Playbook - but her voice cuts a distinct path. She shows why vulnerability is a strength, how collaboration fuels performance, and why inclusive environments are the future of sport, business, and culture.

Along the way: lessons from winning at the highest level; challenging outdated leadership models; what it takes to sustain excellence without losing balance; and how sport can become a blueprint for wider systemic change. Plus live audience Q&A on resilience, identity, and the future of women’s sport.

Learn. Lead. Collaborate.

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Steve Kerr & Mikel Arteta LIVE: The Leadership Playbook

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 19:45:00 +0000

How do you create a culture your people love to walk into AND still win when it matters most?

Recorded LIVE in London on 5 September 2025, 'Steve Kerr & Mikel Arteta: The Leadership Playbook' brings two elite coaches together for a rare, unguarded conversation about modern leadership. Brought to you by Aleda, in collaboration with Live Love Better, Steve and Mikel unpack the jump from player to coach; what clarity really feels like; how to communicate hard truths; and the daily habits that keep a group aligned under pressure. They compare approaches to culture-building (from the guard at the gate to the locker room vibe), managing “difficult” talent, and designing environments where diverse personalities can thrive.

Along the way: Michael Jordan, Tim Duncan and Steph Curry; Phil Jackson’s mindfulness; Steve’s letters to players; Pep Guardiola’s decisiveness; the Federer success routine; why authenticity always wins; and how sport can unite people in a divided world. There’s family, perspective, and the simple rituals that refill the tank PLUS audience Q&A on toxic vs. high-impact personalities, mindfulness in high performance, and delivering tough messages with compassion and precision.

It’s, quite frankly, awesome!

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Natalie Kyriacou: Leadership during the Climate Crisis

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 19:45:00 +0000

How do you inspire people to care for a world they forget they are a living, breathing part of?

Natalie Kyriacou OAM, founder of My Green World, Forbes 30 Under 30 honouree and recipient of an Order of Australia Medal, has spent her life answering that question. In this episode of Empowering Leaders, she joins Luke to share how a childhood passion for wildlife grew into global advocacy.

Natalie explores the role of empathy in leadership, the power of technology and citizen science, and why storytelling may be our strongest tool in protecting the planet. It’s a conversation about reimagining leadership in the face of climate change.

The Leadership Playbook in London on September 5, 2025

Discover leadership insights from two of the world’s most respected coaches. Aleda invites you to “The Leadership Playbook”, a live panel discussion with NBA legend Steve Kerr and Arsenal Manager Mikel Arteta.

This exclusive 90-minute session will share raw, unfiltered insights on:

Building teams that thrive under pressure

Leading with authenticity and clarity

Driving performance through challenges

These strategies translate directly into business and leadership, empowering you to build high-performing teams and lead with confidence in any environment.

Event Details

Date - Friday, 5 September

Time - 3:30pm to 5:00pm
Location - The Londoner Hotel

Special Offer for listeners of the Empowering Leaders podcast

Enjoy 20% off General Admission and Front Row Tickets with code ALEDA20.

For tailored group discounts, please reach out to the team at Aleda via info@aledacollective.com

Book your ticket here

Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to learn directly from two of the greatest minds in leadership and performance.

This session is being run as part of the Lead Better, Live Better Summit 2025, hosted over 4 and 5 September at the Londoner Hotel. The conference features many other incredible, high profile speakers from the world of leadership and wellness and spots are limited. If you are interested in attending or learning more about the conference, please check out the What's Happening page on Aleda's website.

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Jack Preddey: Training Your Mind Like an Elite Athlete

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 19:45:00 +0000

What if we trained our minds with the same dedication we bring to our bodies?

In this episode of Empowering Leaders, Luke sits down with Jack Preddey, founder of Optimize Mind Performance, to explore why mental skills training has become as crucial as physical preparation for peak performance.

Jack opens up about building a business that transforms how athletes and leaders approach resilience, focus, and mental health conversations. From his unique vantage point at the intersection of sport and business, he reveals how daily routines shape our mental fitness and why facing setbacks requires genuine courage.

The conversation weaves through practical insights on leadership styles, the trainable nature of mental skills, and Jack's curiosity-driven approach to performance optimization. He paints a compelling picture of a future where mental fitness isn't an afterthought—it's woven into the fabric of how we work, compete, and lead.

Luke connects these themes to previous conversations with cricket legend Mike Hussey and NRL coach Craig Fitzgibbon, two leaders who embody the principles of resilience and authentic leadership that Jack is championing in this new frontier. Be sure to go and listen if you haven’t already!

The Leadership Playbook in London on September 5, 2025

This exclusive 90-minute session will share raw, unfiltered insights on:

Building teams that thrive under pressure

Leading with authenticity and clarity

Driving performance through challenges

These strategies translate directly into business and leadership, empowering you to build high-performing teams and lead with confidence in any environment.

Event Details

Date - Friday, 5 September

Time - 3:30pm to 5:00pm
Location - The Londoner Hotel

Special Offer for listeners of the Empowering Leaders podcast

Enjoy 20% off General Admission and Front Row Tickets with code ALEDA20.

For tailored group discounts, please reach out to the team at Aleda via info@aledacollective.com

Book your ticket here

Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to learn directly from two of the greatest minds in leadership and performance.

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Jamila Rizvi: Leadership, Legacy, and Living With a ‘Broken Brain’

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 19:45:00 +0000

What happens when a life devoted to shaping national conversations is suddenly interrupted by a diagnosis that changes everything?

Jamila Rizvi has spent her career steering the agenda on gender equality, parenting, politics, and power. A bestselling author, speaker, and advocate, she started out as a political staffer in the Rudd and Gillard governments, where she witnessed firsthand the challenges Julia Gillard faced as Australia’s first female Prime Minister.

At just 31, Jamila’s own life shifted dramatically when she was diagnosed with a rare brain tumour. In this conversation with Luke, she shares the realities of living with a “broken brain,” the parallels with her friend Rosie Waterland’s mental health journey, and their collaboration on their new book - Broken Brains.

Jamila & Luke also reflect on why economic security for women must be part of her legacy, how clarity and predictability make her a stronger leader, and why community is essential for survival and success.

The Leadership Playbook in London on September 5, 2025

This exclusive 90-minute session will share raw, unfiltered insights on:

Building teams that thrive under pressure

Leading with authenticity and clarity

Driving performance through challenges

These strategies translate directly into business and leadership, empowering you to build high-performing teams and lead with confidence in any environment.

Event Details

Date - Friday, 5 September

Time - 3:30pm to 5:00pm
Location - The Londoner Hotel

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Dr Craig Challen: Leadership When the Stakes Are Life and Death

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 19:45:00 +0000

What does it take to make life-or-death decisions when the world is watching? According to today’s guest - it’s every single thing that you have achieved, all the choices you have made and all the moments you have learned from in the years leading up to that moment.

In this episode of Empowering Leaders, Luke speaks with Dr Craig Challen - veterinarian, adventurer, and one of the cave divers who helped rescue 12 boys and their soccer coach from a flooded cave in Thailand. Craig shares what it was like to face impossible choices under water, how the boys decided their own order of exit, and why calmness - not fear - must lead in moments of crisis.

They explore leadership lessons forged deep underground, from the value of authenticity and trust to the role of curiosity in staying sharp. Craig also reflects on the impact of sudden fame, the mentors who shaped him, and the quiet power of collaboration when the stakes couldn’t be higher.

The Leadership Playbook in London on September 5, 2025

This exclusive 90-minute session will share raw, unfiltered insights on:

Building teams that thrive under pressure

Leading with authenticity and clarity

Driving performance through challenges

These strategies translate directly into business and leadership, empowering you to build high-performing teams and lead with confidence in any environment.

Event Details

Date - Friday, 5 September

Time - 3:30pm to 5:00pm
Location - The Londoner Hotel

Special Offer for listeners of the Empowering Leaders podcast

Enjoy 20% off General Admission and Front Row Tickets with code ALEDA20.

For tailored group discounts, please reach out to the team at Aleda via info@aledacollective.com

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Lucinda Hartley: How Our Spaces Shape The People We Become

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 19:45:00 +0000

What if our neighbourhoods are just as important to our health as our diet or exercise?

Urban futurist and tech entrepreneur Lucinda Hartley has spent her career reimagining the cities we live in and in this episode of Empowering Leaders, she joins Luke Darcy to explore what it takes to build places that truly support human wellbeing.

Lucinda has advised the United Nations, co-founded two tech startups, and worked across five continents. But her focus is deeply local: walkable streets, access to green space, connected communities, and housing that doesn’t leave people behind. She shares how better urban design can help us live longer, feel more connected, and thrive.

This conversation explores the housing crisis in Australia, the emotional toll of leadership, and the role of technology and lived experience in shaping our environments. Lucinda also reflects on purpose, curiosity, and the power of working across sectors to create cities and systems that care.

The Leadership Playbook in London on September 5, 2025

This exclusive 90-minute session will share raw, unfiltered insights on:

Building teams that thrive under pressure

Leading with authenticity and clarity

Driving performance through challenges

These strategies translate directly into business and leadership, empowering you to build high-performing teams and lead with confidence in any environment.

Event Details

Date - Friday, 5 September

Time - 3:30pm to 5:00pm
Location - The Londoner Hotel

Special Offer for listeners of the Empowering Leaders podcast

Enjoy 20% off General Admission and Front Row Tickets with code ALEDA20.

For tailored group discounts, please reach out to the team at Aleda via info@aledacollective.com

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Todd Duncan: The 10 Word Question You Need To Ask Every Client

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 19:45:00 +0000

What if every conversation is a transaction - but connection is the only currency that matters?

In this episode of Empowering Leaders, Luke Darcy is joined by Todd Duncan - world-renowned mindset coach, NYT bestselling author and global speaker - whose work on transformation, leadership and culture has impacted millions around the world.

As the founder and CEO of the Duncan Group, Todd has authored 17 books and been dubbed by CNN as the "Tony Robbins of the mortgage industry."

Todd’s story is one of transformation. From battling burnout and depression to becoming one of the most sought-after voices on leadership and resilience, he shares the hard-won lessons that shaped his approach to life and business. The conversation also dives into why trust beats tactics, how self-leadership fuels everything, and the quiet power of emotional connection - in sales, in parenting, and in the moments that matter most.

According to Todd, emotional connection always outperforms pressure - whether you're making a sale or having a tough conversation with someone you love.

You’ll hear Luke reference his amazing conversation with Dr Michael Hewitt-Gleeson Part 1 & Part 2

The Leadership Playbook in London on September 5, 2025

This exclusive 90-minute session will share raw, unfiltered insights on:

Building teams that thrive under pressure

Leading with authenticity and clarity

Driving performance through challenges

These strategies translate directly into business and leadership, empowering you to build high-performing teams and lead with confidence in any environment.

Event Details

Date - Friday, 5 September

Time - 3:30pm to 5:00pm
Location - The Londoner Hotel

Special Offer for listeners of the Empowering Leaders podcast

Enjoy 20% off General Admission and Front Row Tickets with code ALEDA20.

For tailored group discounts, please reach out to the team at Aleda via info@aledacollective.com

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Michael Cheika: Leading Across Cultures - What Business Can Borrow From Sport

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 19:45:00 +0000

What does it take to lead at the highest level, consistently - across teams, cultures and continents?

Michael Cheika has coached national rugby sides in Australia, Argentina and Lebanon, but his leadership journey began much earlier - shaped by the resilience, humility and drive of his immigrant upbringing in Western Sydney.

In this episode of Empowering Leaders, Michael joins Luke Darcy for a candid and powerful conversation on emotional intelligence, public pressure, and the challenge of building alignment in high-performance teams. He reflects on how he’s learned to balance vulnerability with toughness, what business can borrow from sport, and why defeat often teaches more than success.

With his trademark honesty and curiosity, Michael opens up about the influence of his family, the value of lifelong learning, and how great leaders never stop evolving - on or off the field.

The Leadership Playbook in London on September 5, 2025

This exclusive 90-minute session will share raw, unfiltered insights on:

Building teams that thrive under pressure

Leading with authenticity and clarity

Driving performance through challenges

These strategies translate directly into business and leadership, empowering you to build high-performing teams and lead with confidence in any environment.

Event Details

Date - Friday, 5 September

Time - 3:30pm to 5:00pm
Location - The Londoner Hotel

Special Offer for listeners of the Empowering Leaders podcast

Enjoy 20% off General Admission and Front Row Tickets with code ALEDA20.

For tailored group discounts, please reach out to the team at Aleda via info@aledacollective.com

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Yasmin Poole: How to Speak Up - Even When It’s Hard

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 19:50:00 +0000

From busking in a bushfire-prone town in country Victoria to speaking on international stages like the UN, APEC and G20, Yasmin Poole has become one of Australia’s most compelling young voices for justice, inclusion, and systemic change.

In this episode of Empowering Leaders, Luke sits down with the award-winning speaker, writer, advocate and Rhodes Scholar for a wide-ranging conversation. Yasmin opens up about her upbringing in regional Victoria, how her mother’s experiences as a Muslim woman in post-9/11 Australia shaped her worldview, and the challenges that have forged her sense of identity and justice.

Luke and Yasmin unpack the mental load of advocacy, the power of bringing your whole self into leadership, and how anyone can move from apathy to agency when they have integrity, self-awareness, and, most importantly, the courage to refuse to stay silent.

For people who want to be seen - not just in the room, but at the actual table - Yasmin knows more than anyone about how to get there through the power of speaking up and making a difference, even when it's hard or inconvenient for others to hear.

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Mike Hussey: How to Lead When the Heat Is On

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 19:45:00 +0000

What does it take to stay calm under pressure, bounce back from setbacks, and lead with humility?

In this episode of Empowering Leaders, Luke sits down with Mike Hussey, Mr Cricket himself, for a conversation that goes far beyond the boundary line.

Known for his resilience, consistency and quiet strength, Mike reflects on the long road to his debut for Australia, the mental demands of elite performance, and the routines that helped him thrive under pressure. Now a respected coach and commentator, he shares what he’s learned about leadership from his time in the IPL, the power of clear communication, and why values like respect, curiosity and humility matter more than ever.

Mike embodies the kind of growth that comes from showing up, staying grounded, and never losing the love of the game.

You’ll hear Luke reference his recent conversion with the incredible Dr Peter Rea - listen or re-listen here.

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Aubrey Pleasant: The NFL Coach’s Emotional Intelligence Playbook

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 19:45:00 +0000

Aubrey Pleasant has worked with some of the biggest names in the NFL, but it’s his emotional intelligence, presence and care for people that really set him apart.

In this conversation on Empowering Leaders with Luke Darcy, the NFL coach opens up about the path that shaped him: from the classroom to the locker room, from ancient wisdom to modern leadership. He shares why titles don’t mean a lot without trust, how listening transforms teams and how his background in teaching has informed his approach to coaching.

Aubrey talks about the power of trust, the importance of listening and why knowing who you are matters more than any title. He also reflects on self-care, curiosity and how to build the kind of connection that brings out the best in a team.

Producer’s note:

After we stopped recording, Aubrey told us he nearly cried listening to Luke reading his introduction. It was one of those quiet moments that stays with you - another glimpse into his humility and heart. He called it a good reminder to stop and smell the roses... to really stop take in the good, while it’s right in front of you. Just thought you'd like to know...

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Brad Harrison: A Warrior’s Take on AI, Ayahuasca, and the Future of Defence

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 20:00:00 +0000

Brad Harrison is not your typical venture capitalist. A decorated US Army Airborne Ranger and West Point graduate turned founder of Scout Ventures, Brad now sits at the cutting edge of national security, investing in the technologies shaping our future—AI, space, cybersecurity, and autonomous systems.

But beyond the battlefield and boardroom, Brad’s leadership journey is just as much about inner work as outer impact. In this episode, he opens up about his shift from combat missions to meditation, from elite operations to yoga retreats. Brad shares how practices like breathwork, biohacking, and self-reflection help him stay grounded while navigating high-stakes innovation.

He unpacks the delicate balance between military deterrence and peacekeeping, and why technologies like AI and autonomy, when guided by ethical, empathetic leadership, can be forces for good. With a deep emphasis on authenticity, self-improvement, and community, Brad offers a unique perspective on what it takes to lead.

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Julian Treasure: The Real Power Move? Saying Less, Listening Better

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 20:00:00 +0000

What if the most powerful tool in leadership isn’t what you say — but how you listen?

Julian Treasure’s TED Talk “How to Speak So That People Want to Listen” has been viewed more than 50 million times, making it the 6th most-watched TED Talk of all time. Why? Because in a noisy, distracted world, the ability to speak with purpose AND listen with intention has never been more valuable.

In conversation with Luke, Julian explores the profound connection between sound, consciousness, and leadership. He reveals how noise affects our health, why silence is completely underrated and underutilised, and how developing strong communication habits can radically transform how we lead and relate to others.

Julian breaks down his famous seven deadly sins of speaking, shares the four C’s of effective listening, and introduces The Listening Society — his passion project aimed at rewiring the way we communicate in education, business, and everyday life.

This episode is guaranteed to help you lead with more clarity, speak with more purpose, and truly connect with others.

Find out more about Julian’s The Listening Society and free one-week trial membership here.

Listen to Julian’s TED Talk on Listening: 5 ways to listen better

You’ll hear Luke mention Dr. Peter Rea’s incredible episode: Ask Your Kids This Instead - The 3 Questions That Cut Anxiety and Build Character

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Dr. Peter Rea: Ask Your Kids This Instead - The 3 Questions That Cut Anxiety & Build Character

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 20:00:00 +0000

What if being a better human is the most underrated performance tool of all?

In this episode, leadership expert and author Dr. Peter Rea joins Luke Darcy to explore why character - not talent - is the real game-changer in leadership, teamwork, and parenting. Drawing from years of teaching and research, Peter breaks down how timeless virtues like courage, humility, and forgiveness can transform the way we lead, live, and raise the next generation.

Peter shares the three incredibly potent questions every parent should ask their kids after school and he beautifully distills decades of research into simple mindset shifts with profound ripple effects like boosting performance, lowering anxiety, and building resilience.

Packed with timeless wisdom and practical takeaways, and insight after insight - you'll find yourself coming back to this episode again and again for fresh perspective and motivation.

We know you are going to love this conversation about leading with heart, building strong relationships, and embracing the messy, human side of growth.

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You’ll hear Luke reference a recent episode with Dr. Pippa Grange. If you haven’t listened to it yet, you should! Check it out here.

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Bec Daniher: Why Action Speaks Loudest — $115M and Counting

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 20:00:00 +0000

In this powerful episode of Empowering Leaders, Luke sits down with Bec Daniher, Executive Director of Fight MND and daughter of AFL legend Neale Daniher. Recorded and released just days ahead of Big Freeze 11 on June 9, this conversation explores Bec’s personal and professional journey as she leads the fight against one of the world’s most brutal diseases — motor neurone disease (MND, better known in the USA as ALS or Lou Gehrig's disease).

Bec reflects on the emotional toll of her father's ongoing battle with MND since 2013, and champions his enduring message: action over words. With over $115 million raised to date, Fight MND continues to drive vital research and awareness. Bec shares how humor, community, and collaboration fuel their mission and why she believes true leadership is about creating a better future for others.

To get involved and learn more about ways to donate head to FightMND here.

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Start your leadership journey today. Head to Aleda Collective to find out more about our signature, cross industry collaboration program, Aleda Connect. Curated and facilitated by experts, running for 8 fortnightly sessions, Aleda Connect is the learning experience of a life-time.

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Dr. Ben Hamer: AI + Gen Z = the End of Business as Usual

Tue, 27 May 2025 20:00:00 +0000

In this episode of Empowering Leaders, Luke is joined by Dr. Ben Hamer, a leading sociologist and futurist, to explore the seismic changes redefining work, leadership, and life in the 21st century. Ben discusses the evolving role of AI and predicts a future where autonomous agents play a key part in our daily lives. He also outlines the critical skills leaders must now cultivate—especially AI literacy, emotional intelligence, and above all, curiosity.

The conversation touches on how younger generations like Gen Z and Gen Alpha are reshaping workplace expectations with their demand for authenticity, connection, and purpose. Ben also explores our negativity bias and how it impacts the way we tend to perceive the future, and why that means embracing optimism and adaptability is more important than ever. Ben draws insights from his experience in sport, leadership, and academia to make a compelling case for collaboration, lifelong learning, and the importance of balancing personal well-being with professional impact in this age of exponential change.

Watch this episode on 7Plus in Australia.

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Dixie Marshall: The Power of Storytelling in Leadership

Tue, 20 May 2025 20:00:00 +0000

Can you have a big career, raise a family, and still feel like yourself at the end of the day?

For Dixie Marshall, the answer is yes - and she’s done it with her signature mix of courage, clarity, and collaboration. In this episode of Empowering Leaders, Dixie shares her incredible journey from becoming Australia’s first female AFL boundary rider to leading high-stakes government communications and now serving on influential corporate and community boards.

Along the way, she’s balanced her ambition with true authenticity, navigated industries that sadly weren’t built for women, and discovered that the stories we tell - and the ones we tell ourselves - have the power to shape culture and shift outcomes.

Dixie speaks candidly about the challenges she faced breaking into sports media, the transformational power of curiosity, and the value of surrounding yourself with diverse thinkers who challenge your perspective. She offers practical wisdom on career transitions, building resilience, and why collaboration is more than a buzzword - it’s a leadership mindset.

Watch this episode on 7Plus in Australia.

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Andy Walshe: Has Human Potential Peaked?

Tue, 13 May 2025 20:00:00 +0000

In this mind-expanding episode of Empowering Leaders, Luke sits down with Dr. Andy Walshe, one of the world’s foremost experts on elite human performance.

In this conversation, Andy invites us to reimagine performance—not as a solitary pursuit, but as a collective journey toward becoming more human in an increasingly technological world.

With over two decades of experience working with Olympic athletes, cultural leaders, special forces, and pioneering innovators, Andy brings a rare depth of insight into what drives human excellence.

As Director of High Performance at Red Bull, Andy led groundbreaking initiatives like the Red Bull Stratos mission—coaching Felix Baumgartner to the edge of space and back in a record-breaking leap that captivated the world. Now, as the Chief Performance Officer and founding member of Liminal Collective, he continues to push the frontiers of what’s possible in human potential.

In this chat with Luke, Andy tells us how to unlock elite performance in any field, why empathy and curiosity are crucial tools for leaders and he drives home the importance of patience and self-compassion for our own personal growth.

Andy and Luke also discuss what artificial intelligence means for the future of human capability. This episode is a masterclass in mindset, preparation, and leading with purpose.

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Lorena Bernal: Authenticity Over Perfection

Tue, 06 May 2025 20:00:00 +0000

In this episode of Empowering Leaders, Luke sits down with Lorena Bernal—a celebrated actress, model, and entrepreneur whose life and work are rooted in elegance, intention, and inner strength.

With a career that spans global television hits like CSI: Miami, NCIS, and Chuck, as well as appearances on the covers of Elle, Marie Claire, and more, Lorena is no stranger to the spotlight. But it’s her off-screen journey that reveals a deeper, more inspiring story. Today, as the founder of Live Love Better, Lorena is redefining what it means to live with purpose—focusing on self-growth, mindfulness, and empowering women around the world to lead connected, intentional lives.

Born in Argentina, raised in Spain, and educated in France, Lorena brings a global perspective to leadership, authenticity, and resilience. A proud mother of three boys and wife to Arsenal head coach Mikel Arteta, she speaks candidly with Luke about the evolution of motherhood, the balance between personal and professional life, and the courage it takes to be true to yourself in every chapter of life.

Throughout this heartfelt conversation, Lorena shares why perfection is the enemy of authenticity, the vision behind Live Love Better, and how mindfulness shaped her parenting and leadership style.

This episode is filled with wisdom, warmth, and real-life insight from a woman who lives what she leads.

Watch this episode on 7Plus in Australia.

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Vincent Fantauzzo: The bravery, beauty and brilliance of a neurodivergent mind

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 20:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Luke sits down with one of Australia’s most celebrated portrait artists, Vincent Fantauzzo. Known for capturing the souls of icons like Heath Ledger, Paul McCartney, and Australia’s first female Prime Minister - Julia Gillard, Vincent shares the raw and deeply personal journey behind his acclaimed work. From his early life in Melbourne’s commission housing to global success, Vincent embodies resilience, passion, and purpose. Vincent tells Luke how despite the challenges of severe dyslexia and leaving school at 14, he managed to carve a path through creativity, discipline, and sheer determination.

Despite facing severe dyslexia and leaving school at 14, Vincent’s neurodivergence became a catalyst for his creative genius. His remarkable path is a testament to how different minds can lead us to powerful new perspectives. In this raw conversation, Vincent opens up about the emotional process of writing his memoir, how art became his therapy, and why human connection lies at the heart of every portrait he paints. He also reflects on the life-changing influence of his boxing coach and the importance of nurturing children’s individuality and passions.

This episode is a celebration of creativity, courage, and the beauty of seeing—and thinking—differently.

Watch this episode on 7Plus in Australia.

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Pippa Grange: Leading with Soul in a World Obsessed with Winning

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 20:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Luke Darcy is joined by Dr. Pippa Grange—renowned psychologist, author, and culture coach—for a moving and enlightening conversation on the soul of sport, the power of vulnerability, and the true meaning of performance.

Best known for her groundbreaking work with England’s national football team, Pippa helped shift their fear-driven mindset into one of connection, courage, and psychological freedom. Her influence was pivotal in England’s transformative journey to the 2018 World Cup, and her character and her work is now being portrayed in the award-winning West End play Dear England that explores just how their success became possible.

Pippa’s career began in Australia, advising several AFL teams, before taking on the role of Head of People and Team Development at the Football Association—home of the world’s oldest national football team. Her influence now reaches far beyond sport.

Pippa and Luke discuss the dangers of shallow winning, the regenerative power of love and soul in competition, and the necessity of self-awareness and authentic connection in leadership.

It’s a conversation that encourages you to start thinking about success as a deeper, more fulfilling expression of human potential. We’ve all felt the tension between high performance and personal wellbeing and Pippa has the salve.

Watch this episode on 7Plus in Australia.

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Bruce McAvaney: The voice behind the most unforgettable moments in Australian sport

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 20:00:00 +0000

In the world of sports broadcasting, they don’t come much more accomplished - or beloved - than the one and only Bruce McAvaney.

Throughout his career, Bruce has covered an incredible 12 summer Olympic games, 20 AFL Grand Finals, the world swimming and world athletic championships, Rugby World Cup, Melbourne Cup and a slew of others.

In this episode, you’ll hear about the early influences that ignited Bruce’s passion for sport, the mentors who have supported him throughout his career, and why he remains dedicated to doing the same for up-and-coming broadcasters.

Bruce’s almost encyclopaedic knowledge of the sporting world is undoubtedly a result of the extensive preparation he prides himself on, and he tells us why ‘being prepared’ is key advice he gives to young people wanting to follow their dreams.

You'll also hear Bruce talk about the more challenging aspects of being a high-profile media personality, why he’s so excited about 17-year-old Australian sprinter, Gout Gout, how self-doubt still manages to creep in after all these years, and the iconic Olympic moment that caught him off guard.

Watch this episode on 7Plus in Australia.

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Wil Anderson: "I'm a storyteller, not a documentarian!"

Tue, 08 Apr 2025 20:00:00 +0000

In this episode of Empowering Leaders, Luke Darcy sits down with one of Australia’s sharpest and funniest stand-ups—comedian and TV host Wil Anderson. From growing up on a farm in country Victoria to making it big on stage and screen, Wil shares the real story behind the laughs and sheds some light on the gray area of comedians crossing the line.

They chat about everything from Wil’s early days idolising Billy Connolly, the hilarious story Wil told Billy when they first met, and how learning to deal with osteoarthritis while staying committed to the craft of stand-up is playing out. Wil talks openly about his creative process, the ups and downs of life in the spotlight, and why curiosity, mindfulness, and backing yourself all play a crucial role in his journey.

It’s a wide-ranging, honest, and bloody entertaining conversation about leadership, resilience, and what it takes to stay true to yourself—on stage and off.

Watch this episode on 7Plus in Australia.

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Tyson Ballard: Innovating at the crossroads of Law, AI & Lifestyle

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 19:00:00 +0000

In this episode of Empowering Leaders, host Luke Darcy sits down with Tyson Ballard, a visionary entrepreneur, legal tech innovator, and creative force shaping industries from law to music, lifestyle, and business transformation. As the founder and CEO of Stella Legal, Tyson is revolutionizing legal operations with AI-driven solutions. Beyond the legal world, he’s a music curator, DJ, and co-founder of All My Friends, Everywhere, a collective blending music, art, and travel into immersive experiences as far afield as up in space!

Tyson’s leadership style is bold, innovative, and deeply rooted in collaboration, craftsmanship, and community. His ability to connect ideas across industries is nothing short of inspiring—so much so that, as Luke puts it, if Tyson has an idea, you’d be wise to follow along. You’ll have to make up your own mind when it comes to chasing alligators around golf courses though!

Tyson’s ventures span real estate, tech startups, and biotech among so many more, so enjoy this deep dive into Tyson’s multifaceted world and the insights behind his success in building impactful businesses and communities.

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Mike Brey: From Notre Dame to the NBA

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 19:00:00 +0000

Mike Brey is a coaching legend. As the all-time winningest coach in Notre Dame history, he transformed the Fighting Irish into a powerhouse, guiding them to 13 NCAA Tournament appearances, multiple Sweet 16s, and back-to-back Elite Eight runs. Known for his loose yet fiercely competitive coaching style, Mike has mentored countless players, instilled a culture of confidence and resilience, and built lifelong relationships in the game.

Now, as an assistant coach with the Atlanta Hawks, Mike joins Luke to reflect on his coaching journey, the importance of leadership, and the art of building trust within a team. He shares insights on developing young talent like Australian star Dyson Daniels, the lifelong mentorships that shaped his career, and what it takes to build a winning culture—on and off the court. Plus, he reveals the coaching philosophies that have helped him earn the respect of some of basketball’s biggest names, from Mike Krzyzewski to Tom Izzo and Quinn Snyder.

This episode is packed with wisdom, stories, and lessons from one of the most respected minds in basketball.

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Paul Barnes: Navigating the Fast Lane of Formula One

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 19:00:00 +0000

What does it take to keep a world-class Formula One team moving? In this exclusive live episode hosted by Victoria University, Paul Barnes, Director of Support and Logistics at McLaren Racing, offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at the immense planning and coordination required to compete at the highest level of motorsport. With over two decades at McLaren, Paul shares his leadership philosophy - emphasising continuous learning as key to building a high-performing team.

In 2025, there are 24 Grand Prix weekends, taking place in a total of 21 countries across five continents! Paul delves into the complexities of managing the year-round logistics for his team, from orchestrating global travel for over 100 team members to ensuring every detail runs seamlessly during race weekends.

McLaren has delivered on their potential with a flawless victory at the Australian Grand Prix last weekend, overcoming some of the most demanding race conditions to start of new season off with a bang. This achievement underscores the meticulous preparation and teamwork that Paul talks of in his conversation with Luke.

The discussion also touches on the rise of Drive to Survive and how it has transformed the sport, bringing in new fans and providing an unprecedented look at the high-pressure world of Formula One. Paul opens up about the challenges of balancing a demanding career with family life, offering insights into maintaining well-being and effective team communication in a high-stakes environment.

Motorsport enthusiasts, elite-level teams and aspiring leaders alike - this episode provides valuable lessons from one of the key figures behind McLaren Racing’s success - an inspiring discussion on leadership, resilience, and the drive to excel.

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Tania Obst: From 23 Losses to Double Championship Glory

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 19:00:00 +0000

This week on the Empowering Leaders Podcast, Luke is joined by Tania Obst, a true powerhouse of Australian netball. From her early days as a talented player to becoming the head coach of the reigning premiers Adelaide Thunderbirds, Tania’s passion for the game and her players is inspiring. Coming from a family of sporting legends, with her father, Trevor Obst, being a four-time premiership player with Port Adelaide, Tania has always been surrounded by resilience, strategy, and leadership.

In this episode, Tania shares her inspiring journey of leading the Adelaide Thunderbirds through a challenging period, taking over a team that had lost 23 games in a row and guiding them to win the last two championships. Tania talks about building a winning team culture, overcoming imposter syndrome, nurturing young talent, and the power of connection and collaboration. She also dives deep into self-leadership, maintaining a vision for success, and balancing work with personal life. Tania’s insights are invaluable for anyone in leadership or looking to thrive in any team environment.

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Behind the Politics: Peter Dutton on Family, Leadership, and Australia’s Challenges

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 19:00:00 +0000

In this exclusive episode, host Luke Darcy sits down with Peter Dutton, one of Australia’s most prominent political figures and Leader of the Opposition, for an in-depth conversation about his personal and professional life. As the nation eagerly awaits the call of an election date, Peter offers a candid look at his journey from humble beginnings in a working-class family to his career as a police officer and his eventual rise in politics.

He reflects on his time in various ministerial roles, his commitment to tackling key issues like child exploitation and the challenges faced by First Nations communities, and his vision for making homeownership more accessible to Australians. Peter also shares insights into his leadership style and his admiration for former Prime Minister John Howard.

Throughout this conversation, Peter emphasises the importance of honesty, strong personal relationships, and balancing the demands of public life with family responsibilities. This episode offers a comprehensive understanding of Peter's values, motivations, and his aspirations for Australia’s future.

Join Luke Darcy for an enlightening discussion that goes beyond politics and delves into the man behind the public persona as the country stands on the brink of a pivotal election.

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John Wayne Parr: Self driven success through unbreakable determination

Tue, 25 Feb 2025 19:00:00 +0000

In this episode, we dive into the incredible life of John Wayne Parr, one of the most legendary figures in combat sports. A 10-time world champion and icon in Muay Thai and kickboxing, John Wayne Parr is described by podcasting phenomenon Joe Rogan as one of the "baddest dudes ever." As you'll hear, JWP's unbreakable determination, toughness, and unparalleled skill have cemented his place in combat sports history.

Join Luke Darcy as he sits down with JWP to hear the inspiring story of a young Australian boy who trained in the brutal martial arts camps of Thailand, eventually becoming one of the most revered Westerners in the ancient sport of Muay Thai. It’s a remarkable tale of passion, grit, and mastery in the world of combat. Please note, the audio quality isn't as high as usual—John joins us live from outside his training gym, so we're all in for the full JWP experience!!

John's journey is beautifully captured in his new book The Fighter: The Legendary Life of an Australian Champion, written by Jarrod Boyle.

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Suzanne Eyler Williams: Cushioning the effects of concussion and repetitive impact

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 19:00:00 +0000

The sporting world is laser focused on the dangers of concussions but are they the greatest threat to an athlete's brain health or is something else at play? In this episode of Empowering Leaders, we dive into the latest science around repetitive head impacts or, as our guest refers to them, Brain Slosh, and we learn about an incredible new device that could help. While concussions make headlines, the real danger lies in the constant, subtle hits athletes endure every game and practice—hits that don't always result in noticeable symptoms. Suzanne Williams, Vice President of Sports Marketing at Q30 Innovations, breaks down how these seemingly harmless impacts, whether from football, soccer, equestrian sports, or even mountain biking, can have a cumulative effect on brain health. With over 10 years of research and 25 independent studies behind it, Suzanne explains how a new device is showing promise in reducing Brain Slosh—the primary cause of concussions.

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Success Leaves Clues: Greatest Leader

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 19:00:00 +0000

At Aleda, we know there are consistent dimensions of what great leadership looks like, and we are exploring the great power of each of them during our Summer Series “Success Leaves Clues”.

On every Empowering Leaders episode we hear from people at the top of their industries. They soar in the areas of sports, business, social venture, education, the arts and more.

We know that having great leaders in your own life can shape your path and inspire you to reach greater heights. In this episode, we've hand picked a remarkable group of individuals with heartfelt stories about the great leaders who have left an indelible mark on their lives.

Featuring:
[02:04] MITCH MARSH - awarded Australian Cricket's most prestigious prize, the Alan Border Medal in 2023, recognizing him as the most outstanding cricketer of the year.
[05:32] GEVA MENTOR - one of the greatest players in the history of netball, Geva has competed for England six times at the Commonwealth Games, winning gold in 2018, captaining England in 2019 and was appointed a commander of the Order of the British Empire for her services to netball.
[06:47] MARK VISSER - Mark Visser is a legendary Australian big wave surfer, author and mindset coach.
[09:47] CRAIG FITZGIBBON - Australian rugby league legend, with a decorated playing career spanning more than 300 first grade games, now head coach of the Cronulla Sharks.
[12:33] TIM HAMILL - current head coach of the Australian men's water polo team, fresh from an incredible performance at the Paris Olympic games.

A huge thank you to all the guests featured in this episode and if you want to hear more from any of them follow the link to the full length, in depth conversations they each had with Luke in 2024.

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Super Bowl 2025 Leadership: Jeff Scott VP of Football Operations, Philadelphia Eagles

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 19:00:00 +0000

Just days out from the 2025 Super Bowl, our guest on today's special episode of Empowering Leaders is Jeff Scott - Vice President of Football Operations at the Philadelphia Eagles.

In just a few days on Sunday 9th February, Jeff's Eagles will take on the Kansas City Chiefs in the biggest one day sporting event on the planet - Super Bowl 59 in New Orleans!

In this conversation, Jeff talks us through his lead up to the game, gives his best tips for overcoming the hurdles life throws at all of us, reflects on his past career in global risk management at Bank of America, and shares his secrets for his greatest passion - developing incredible people to be at the top of their game on and off the field.

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Success Leaves Clues: Positively impacting others

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 19:00:00 +0000

In 2024, our audience had a front-row seat to conversations that reveal how Success Leaves Clues, featuring individuals who've mastered their craft in various fields.

At Aleda, we know there are consistent dimensions of what brilliant leadership looks like, and we are exploring the great power of each of them during our Summer Series “Success Leaves Clues”.

In our work, we see so many people in positions of leadership who are really conscious of how they POSITIVELY IMPACT OTHERS on a daily basis so we had a difficult time narrowing it down to the select group of people you’re about to hear from.

Featuring:

[02:04] ZOE KALAR - is literally changing the world for good through her new social media platform - We Are 8. We Are 8 is on track to disrupt the hundred plus billion dollars of annual advertising money

[06:35] VALERIE KONDOS FIELD - a US college coaching legend voted as the pack 12 coach of the century, a UCLA coaching hall of famer, a seven time national champion across a remarkable 29 years as the head gymnastic coach at UCLA.

[11:45] WIPPA - Michael ‘Wippa’ Wipfli - a multiple award winning radio presenter and comedian who has used his microphone for good over the years - supporting and raising thousands of dollars for youth related charities across Australia. This year he successfully campaigned to change national legislation that increases the age when children are legally able to use social media from 13 to 16.

[16:43] JOHANNA GRIGGS - one of the most loved and respected figures in Australian television history and the first Australian woman to solely host an Olympic games. For the past 2 decades, Joh has been a mainstay of Channel Seven's Olympic and Paralympic coverage and the incredibly successful Better Homes and Gardens.

[19:40] TESS MADGEN - captain of the Australian women's basketball team, the Opals, who has represented Australia at the Tokyo and Paris Olympic Games.

A huge thank you to all the guests featured in this episode and if you want to hear more from any of them follow the link to the full length, in depth conversations they each had with Luke in 2024.

In our next and final Success Leaves Clues episode for now, we’ll feature the brilliant and sometimes surprising answers our guests gave when I asked them who the GREATEST LEADER in their life had been.

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Success Leaves Clues - Communicating with Clarity

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 19:00:00 +0000

On every Empowering Leaders episode we hear from people at the top of their industries. They soar in the areas of sports, business, social venture, education, the arts and more.

In 2024, myself and our audience had a front-row seat to conversations that reveal how Success Leaves Clues, featuring individuals who've mastered their craft in various fields.

At Aleda, we know there are consistent dimensions of what brilliant leadership looks like, and we are exploring the great power of each of them during our Summer Series “Success Leaves Clues”.

The art of COMMUNICATING WITH CLARITY is an invaluable skill, and one worth honing with practice and good advice. In this episode, we've curated a remarkable group of individuals who take communicating with clarity seriously and explain exactly how they do it.

Featuring:

[01:50] DR TROY FLANAGAN - Vice President of High Performance at the Milwaukee Bucks in the NBA. Troy is a licensed sports physiologist with a remarkable background in sports technology development,including a PhD in aerospace engineering.

[06:15] PAUL WATERSON - Founder & chief executive officer of Australian Venue Co and successful business investor.

[07:25] MAX GAWN - Seven-time All Australian and premiership captain of the Melbourne Football Club, and regarded as one of the game's greatest ever ruckmen.

[11:15] WAYNE HOLDSWORTH - a father and husband who has bravely shared the story of his son who died by suicide after experiencing online bullying and extortion.

[19:17] RACHAEL GUNN - better known as RayGun, the Australian professor and break dancer. Luke spoke to RayGun just days before she flew to Paris to compete in the 2024 Olympic Games and became a global sensation.

A huge thank you to all the guests featured in this episode and if you want to hear more from any of them follow the link to the full length, in depth conversations they each had with Luke in 2024.

Luke’s conversation with Wayne Holdsworth tells an important story but it may be difficult to listen to for some people. Please call Lifeline on 13 11 14 if you need support.

On our next Success Leaves Clues episode we’ve put together the tips and strategies told to us by leaders across the globe on how they POSITIVELY IMPACT the people around them every day.

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Success Leaves Clues: Curiosity

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 19:00:00 +0000

On every Empowering Leaders episode we hear from people at the top of their field. They soar in the areas of sports, business, social venture, education, the arts and more.

In 2024, myself and our audience had a front-row seat to conversations that reveal how Success Leaves Clues, and at Aleda, we know there are consistent dimensions of what brilliant leadership looks like. We are exploring the great power of each of them during our Summer Series “Success Leaves Clues”.

The superpower of CURIOSITY is a priceless skill, and its impact is immense. In this episode, we've curated a remarkable group of individuals who embody the true essence of curiosity.

Featuring:

[02:03] RIO FERDINAND - legend of English football and former England captain who represented his country on 81 occasions. One of the most decorated English footballers of all time, Rio is a respected broadcaster, documentary filmmaker, and startup investor in social media platform WeAre8.

[04:45] HARRY GARSIDE - the first Australian Olympic boxing medalist in more than three decades, winning bronze at the Tokyo Olympics in 2021.

[06:25] JO STANLEY - the founder and CEO of Broad Radio - Australia's first radio network for women by women, who spent 12 years on breakfast radio taking two shows on two different networks to number one - the only woman in Australia to ever do this.

[12:35] JACK VINEY - a legend of the Melbourne Football Club, a premiership player in 2021, who helped end a 57 year drought for his football club and is regarded and respected as one of the toughest competitors in the game

[14:45] JOHANN HARI - New York Times bestselling writer and journalist best known for ‘Stolen Focus' - a book about our modern lifestyles' impact on attention spans and mental health, and his latest book, Magic Pill - about the controversial weight loss drug - Ozempic.

A huge thank you to all the guests featured in this episode and if you want to hear more from any of them follow the link to the full length, in depth conversations they each had with Luke in 2024.

In our next Success Leaves Clues episode, we’ll shift focus to the leadership dimension of COMMUNICATING WITH CLARITY. We’ll hear from some extraordinary guests about the pivotal role communication has played in their journeys.

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Success Leaves Clues: Creating & Sharing your Vision

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 19:00:00 +0000

At Aleda, we know there are consistent dimensions of what great leadership looks like, and we are exploring the great power of each of them during our Summer Series “Success Leaves Clues”.

On every Empowering Leaders episode we hear from people at the top of their industries. They soar in the areas of sports, business, social venture, education, the arts and more.

When it comes to the dimension of successfully creating and sharing a VISION, we have hand-selected the phenomenal group of people you’re about to hear and learn from.

Creating and sharing a VISION that gets traction and has impact is a valuable skill, but as the following group of guests reveal, it’s a skill within reach for anyone who puts their mind to it.

Featuring:
[02:05] NIC NAITANUI - whose legacy as an Australian rules footballer is as significant as anyone in the modern era. The overall number two draft pick in 2008 - of Fijian heritage - went on to be a three time all Australian, two time West Coast Eagles best and fairest and played with athleticism and power, the likes of which the game hadn't seen before.
[05:00] ANDY FRIEND - one of the most respected coaches in world rugby, former head coach of the Brumbies, Australian Men's Rugby Sevens. Andy recently launched Performance Friend, a consultancy business, supporting highly scrutinised leaders across many fields.
[07:05] KURT FEARNLEY - the incredible Australian wheelchair racer & Paralympic gold medalist who famously crawled the treacherous Kokoda Track without his wheelchair.
[10:45] VANESSA FORD - chief operating officer of Kukua, a Kenyan based education entertainment company that has a primarily female executive team - AND the executive producer of the first African animated superhero series, Super SEMA, where the main character SEMA is an African superhero whose superpower is using her mind and science and technology.
[16:34] BELINDA STOWELL - the Olympic gold medal winner from the Sydney Olympics who now leads other athletes to Olympic and world championship glory.
[17:45] The Honourable WILL ALSTERGREN - Chief Justice of the Family Court of Australia and the Federal Circuit Court, which puts him at the coalface of family and gender based violence in Australia, an issue he tirelessly campaigns against in and out of the courtroom.

A huge thank you to all the guests featured in this episode and if you want to hear more from any of them follow the link to the full length, in depth conversations they each had with Luke in 2024.

On our next Success Leaves Clues episode: Curiosity is a leadership dimension that shapes our learning and development. We're excited to explore its transformative impact on the journeys of some exceptional guests and to learn just how they harnessed it.

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Success Leaves Clues: Collaboration

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 19:00:00 +0000

At Aleda, we recognise the consistent dimensions of what brilliant leadership looks like. In our Summer Series “Success Leaves Clues”, we are exploring the seven most powerful dimensions of leadership with the best of our 2024 guests.

On every Empowering Leaders episode we hear from people at the top of their industry - from sports to business to social venture, education and the arts.

In each conversation we see the superpower of COLLABORATION unlocking opportunities people could only dream of. We've collected insights from a small group of those guests who have shared their wisdom, experiences, and leadership lessons on mastering the art of COLLABORATION with our global audience.

Featuring:
[01:45] CHLOE DALTON- professional Australian rules football, rugby union player and basketballer and Founder of the incredibly successful Female Athlete Project.
[02:50] CHRIS WALKER - one of Australia's most successful television producers and co-creator and executive producer of The Weekly with Charlie Pickering and the incredibly successful Hard Quiz.
[04:40] TIM KOPRA - the former US Army Colonel and NASA astronaut who is now the CEO of STAR Lab, a joint venture between Voyager Space and Airbus.
[09:10] JORDAN LOVE - American professional football quarterback for the Green Bay Packers in the NFL
[11:40] MICHAEL SCHNEIDER - managing director of Bunnings Group Australia and New Zealand and great contributor to the not-for-profit world as chairman of Fight MND.

A huge thank you to all the guests featured in this episode. If they left you wanting more follow their link to the full length, in depth conversations they each had with Luke in 2024.

On next week’s Success Leaves Clues episode we’ve curated the tips and strategies told to us by leaders across the globe on how they most effectively create and share their VISION.

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Success Leaves Clues: Self Leadership

Tue, 31 Dec 2024 19:00:00 +0000

On every Empowering Leaders episode, we hear from people at the top of every industry - from sports to business to social venture, education and the arts.

We're kicking off this series with the Dimension of SELF LEADERSHIP, and our 2024 episodes are a gold mine of wisdom on this topic. The guests you’ll hear from in this special episode know that it easier it is to lead well when you can lead yourself well

Featuring:
02:00: HUGH VAN CUYLENBURG - founder of The Resilience Project and the Imperfects Podcast.
09:26: ANDY KELLY - one of Australia's leading music label directors and managers
12:19: UMRA OMAR - Kenyan humanitarian and community conservation strategist and founder of Safari Doctors.
15:37: SIR ROD EDDINGTON - highly distinguished Australian businessman and community leader
18:36: JAMES TOMKINS, OAM, a sport Australia Hall of fame legend and perhaps known best one quarter of the Oarsome Foursome that won world titles in 90, 91, 98, and Olympic Gold in 92 and 96.
23:57: REGGIE BUTLER - founder and CEO of Performance Paradigm, one of the world's most respected leaders in connecting teams and developing great people.
27:34: KIRSTEN KING - founder of Fluid Form Pilates, a brilliant success story.

A huge thank you to all the guests featured in this episode. If they left you wanting to hear more just follow their link to the full length, in depth conversations they each had with Luke in 2024.

In our next Success Leaves Clues episode, we'll dive into the Dimension of Collaboration with another carefully selected group of our 2024 guests.

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Bev Menner: An unmatched passion for science and genetic counselling

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 19:00:00 +0000

Bev has over 20 years’ experience across the Australian and global biopharmaceutical & healthcare sectors. She holds a PhD in molecular medicine with additional qualifications in genetic counselling, project management and decision analysis.

Bev commenced her career with Postdoctoral roles in cancer research at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Centre and the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, before moving to genetic counselling practice and then commercial roles in research & development, portfolio management and strategic partnerships in the pharmaceutical industry.

Throughout this conversation Menner outlines how being an adopted child shaped her upbringing to want to explore genetics on a deeper level and how she became fascinated through science.

Menner's company Cell Therapies is on the cusp of new breakthroughs everyday as she outlines.

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Part 2: Tips for a good nights sleep

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 19:00:00 +0000

This month, The Empowering Leaders podcast is releasing a two-part series all about sleep.

In this series, you can hear from five incredible experts who are passionate about why sleep is so important, no matter who you are. We spend a third of our lives asleep, and in this episode you’ll learn some of the best hacks and strategies for optimizing those z’s from the likes of;

Dr Troy Flanagan Vic President of Performance at the Milwaukee Bucks, Father of 3 and renowned paediatrician Dr Golly (Dr Daniel Golshevsky, International speaker and Wellbeing guru, Mark Bunn, and two incredible academics in Dr Elise Facer-Childs and Dr Shanta Rajaratnam both highly regarded and esteemed at Monash University in Melbourne.

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Part 1: The power behind a good nights sleep

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 00:24:43 +0000

This month, The Empowering Leaders podcast is releasing a two-part series all about sleep.

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Tim Hamill: Putting the Australian Sharks on the map

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 19:00:00 +0000

In this conversation, Tim Hamill, head coach of the Australian men's water polo team, reflects on his journey from player to coach, the challenges faced during the Paris Olympic Games, and the strategies employed to build a competitive team.

He discusses the importance of creating a strong team culture, the role of leadership and mentorship, and the shift in coaching philosophy towards a more supportive and enjoyable environment. Tim emphasizes the value of curiosity, continuous learning, and effective communication in leadership, sharing personal anecdotes and insights that highlight his growth as a coach and individual.

Hamill shares insights on the importance of listening in communication, the influence of key leaders in his life, and the value of mentorship. He reflects on his experiences as a parent navigating his son's sports journey, the dynamics of collaboration in professional settings, and the aspirations of athletes, particularly in the context of the Olympics.

The discussion emphasizes the significance of family values and personal growth throughout these experiences.

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Andy Friend: Balancing life, leadership and coaching through sport

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 03:31:56 +0000

In this conversation, Andy Friend, a seasoned Australian rugby union coach, shares his insights on coaching, leadership, and personal growth.

He reflects on his journey in rugby, the evolution of the sport from amateur to professional, and the importance of mental resilience in athletes.

Friend emphasizes the need for balance in life, the loneliness of leadership, and the significance of self-awareness. He discusses the challenges facing Australian rugby and the importance of grassroots support.

Throughout the conversation, he highlights the value of communication, collaboration, and learning from others.

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Know Fear with Tony Blauer: Those who manage their fear, manage to fight

Tue, 12 Nov 2024 19:00:00 +0000

Tony Blauer, a renowned self-defense and fear management expert, discusses the importance of understanding and managing fear in various aspects of life.

He shares personal experiences, insights on overcoming trauma, and strategies for raising resilient children. Blauer emphasizes that fear is a natural part of life and can be transformed into a powerful tool for personal growth and self-defense.

In this conversation, Blauer discusses the importance of managing fear, self-awareness, and intuition in personal and professional growth. He shares insights on how visionary leaders inspire others, the role of curiosity in continuous improvement, and the significance of collaboration and mentorship in achieving success.

Blauer emphasizes that understanding and managing fear can lead to better decision-making and time management, ultimately helping individuals lead more fulfilling lives.

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Paul Waterson: From intensive care nurse to running pubs with the Australian Venue Co.

Tue, 05 Nov 2024 19:00:00 +0000

Paul Waterson’s life story from Intensive care nurse to building and running massive scaled business in healthcare and now hospitality is a remarkable story on every level.

His crystal clear thinking and understanding of where opportunities exist. Paul shares the great influence his two mentors Bruce Dixon and Vita Pepe have had on him and the lessons he still applies today.

If you are interested in scaling your business or how to grow your world then Paul Waterson’s story of buying a single pub for fun to now running a pub group that turns over 1.4 billion in sales is a story worth listening to.

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Max Gawn: Keeping the values of Jim Stynes alive in his leadership

Tue, 29 Oct 2024 19:00:00 +0000

Max Gawn is the current captain of the Melbourne Football Club in the AFL.

Gawn has come a very long way from a tall, lanky, jovial 18 year old to become the modern day great that he is. A 7x All-Australian ruck, Gawn became the Demons first premiership captain in 2021 since the 1964 season.

A lot of Gawn's leadership journey can be traced back to the late and great President Jim Stynes. Stynes passed away in 2012 but his legacy lives on through the Melbourne #11 jumper, and the values he instilled in Gawn during their time together at the Demons.

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Valerie Kondos-Field: Transitioning from a tough coaching style to a transformative approach

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 19:00:00 +0000

Valerie Condos Field, a legendary gymnastics coach, shares her journey from a tough coaching style to a more transformative approach.

Valerie emphasizes the importance of developing athletes not just for winning but for life skills, resilience, and personal growth. The discussion also touches on the impact of parenting on youth sports and the need for a shift in focus from winning to personal development.

In this conversation, we explore the profound impact of parental influence on youth sports, the extraordinary journey of Simone Biles, and the importance of self-leadership and stillness in a distracted world. Valerie shares her insights on leading with love and empathy, the significance of curiosity and collaboration, and the essential role of listening in effective communication.

She reflects on her own leadership journey, the influence of her mother, and the value of mentorship and lifelong learning in shaping successful leaders.

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Jo Stanley: Building Broad Radio, by women, for women

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 19:00:00 +0000

Jo Stanley has had an incredibly successful media career spanning over 2 decades. Taking breakfast radio by storm at both Fox FM and Gold FM.

In recent times Stanley is the founder and CEO of Broad Radio. An online radio platform that has been built by women, for women. Creating conversations and a space in the media landscape that has never been seen or heard before.

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Matthew Nicks: How the "Bloods Culture" shaped the person he is today

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 19:00:00 +0000

Matthew Nicks is the current coach of the Adelaide Crows in the AFL. Nicks is heading into his sixth season in charge of the Crows and believes the club is on the right path to success under his guidance.

It's been a steep learning curve for "Nicksy" - The then 18-year old was plucked out of almost obscurity when playing soccer to try his hand at Australian rules football, finding his way to the Sydney Swans which embedded in him from an early age "bloods culture".

A culture that prides itself on putting the team first before the individual has been a mantra Nicks took throughout his playing days and now implementing strongly with the Crows.

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Johann Hari: Rediscovering lost connections, and the magic weight-loss pill

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 20:00:00 +0000

Johann Hari is an author of three New York Times best-selling books, an Executive Producer of Oscar-nominated film & 8-part TV series.

Hari's latest book "Magic Pill - The extraordinary benefits & disturbing risks of the new weight loss drugs" has captured attention on a global scale.

While there's a focus on Ozempic, Hari reveals the worrying trends around depression, anxiety and loneliness, particularly in Australia, the UK and USA with more questions than answered being raised in western civilisation.

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Jack Viney: Stepping out of Dad's shadow & creating his own path

Tue, 24 Sep 2024 20:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Jack Viney, the heart and soul midfielder of the Melbourne Football Club, shares insights into his career, leadership philosophy, and personal life.

He highlights the influence of his father, the legendary player Todd Viney and takes us through the incredible mix of off season activities he uses to find balance, continuous self-improvement, and effective communication in leadership.

He verifies a childhood incident that inspired a motivational speech by Alistair Clarkson, and shares his views on the recent challenges that his team mate Christian Petracca has faced at the club.

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Rio Ferdinand: Harnessing the power of your competitive spirit

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 20:00:00 +0000

The legendary footballer and pundit, Rio Ferdinand, is today’s guest on this episode of Empowering Leaders.

He’s passionate about leading by example, honest about the journey he’s taken to become a better communicator - especially on the home front, and has some incredible insights to share about harnessing the power of your competitive spirit. He also talks candidly about his relationships with the great Sir Alex Ferguson, and one of the most famous people, not just players, in the world, Christian Ronaldo.

Rio epitomises the work we do at Aleda and it’s been a great privilege to have Rio collaborate with us within our Aleda Connect programme.

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Andy Kelly: Finding deep connection in all the right places

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 20:00:00 +0000

Andy Kelly is one of Australia's most successful record label directors and entertainment managers. Not only that - he's thoughtful, considered, gracious and unbelievably generous.

As the director of Winterman and Goldstein Management and co-founder of Ivy League Records and Ivy League Music Publishing, Andy has successfully nurtured and launched some of the biggest bands in the world. The Vines, Jet, Empire of the Sun, Paul Dempsey, Youth Group, The Avalanches, Something for Kate, The Living End, just to name a few of the bands this great leader would reportedly jump in front of a speeding train for.

Andy's lifetime of success in the music industry is a credit to his ability to write his own rules and to challenge the existing structures within the industry. His reputation is enormous and his stories about working with the great Michael Gudinski are hilarious. If understanding how to utilise the strengths of those around you to create a successful culture is something you're striving for, this conversation with Andy Kelly is for you.

SHOW NOTES:

In this episode, you'll hear both Luke and Andy raving about the inimitable Bob Murphy. Hear Bob's full conversation with Luke here.

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Sir Rod Eddington: Leadership at the very top

Tue, 03 Sep 2024 20:00:00 +0000

What does it take to be one of the most successful business leaders on the planet? We find out from the man who knows on today’s episode of the Empowering Leaders podcast.

Sir Rod Eddington AO has achieved an incredible amount of success throughout his career, particularly within the airline industry during his time as Managing Director of Cathay Pacific and CEO of British Airways. He is chairman of the beverage company, Lion, and has served on many other boards, including Rupert Murdoch’s News Corp and 21st Century Fox.

In this episode, Sir Rod tells us exactly why Rupert Murdoch is the most outstanding business leader he’s ever met and shares all the golden pieces of advice and wisdom he’s learnt over the years.

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Chris Walker: Join forces with your Imposter Syndrome

Tue, 27 Aug 2024 20:00:00 +0000

There can be no escaping imposter syndrome as you move through your career, but what if you could make it your super power?

Content warning: 18+ listeners only

In this episode of Empowering Leaders. you'll hear from Chris Walker, the award-winning television producer behind the juggernaut TV show Hard Quiz and The Weekly with Charlie Pickering, about how he harnessed his imposter syndrome and then worked with it to become an acclaimed and incredibly well-respected leader in his field.

Chris tells how he used his experiences working across print, radio and television to launch ThinkativeTV, an independent production company that fosters creativity, respect and empathy for all of its employees.

He also shares his struggles with obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and its connection to a heartbreaking loss in his childhood, the challenges of his high profile separation from Carrie Bickmore, and the profound impact the Aleda Connect program has had on life during that time.

Show notes:

You'll hear Chris and Luke mention the incredible Umra Omar and Nic Naitanui in this episode. You can find Luke's full length conversations with both of these Aleda Connect alumni below:

Umra Omar: Planting the seeds of Safari Doctors and watching them flourish

Nic Naitanui: Setting and crushing enormous goals while staying true to yourself

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Belinda Stowell: What it takes to win Gold after Gold.

Tue, 20 Aug 2024 20:00:00 +0000

Belinda Stowell is a legend of world sailing, an Olympic gold medalist in Sydney 2000, a World Champion, twice voted Female Sailor of the Year and an inaugural inductee in the Australian Sailing Hall of Fame. Belinda has since gone on to be a great mentor and coach to generations of world champions and future Olympic gold medalists.

Belinda's development of Australian sailor Matt Wearn, who in Paris 2024 became the first man to win back-to-back Olympic gold in the dinghy class, began when Matt was just 10 years old.

In this conversation she tells us what it takes to reach the heights she has, the values that take her and her mentees to the top, and the routines she has in place to be the best version of herself as she communicates her goals and vision with others.

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Hugh Van Cuylenburg, the Resilience guy: Breathwork, treadmill, journal… even when it wasn’t working?

Tue, 13 Aug 2024 20:00:00 +0000

Hugh Van Cuylenburg has been working in education settings for more than 15 years, teaching both primary and secondary in a range of different educational settings.

He says the highlight of his teaching career was a year in the far north of India volunteering and living at an underprivileged school in the Himalayas. It was here that he discovered resilience in its purest form.

Inspired, and having completed his postgraduate studies, The Resilience Project was born. Hugh has now developed and facilitated programmes for over 900 schools Australia wide.

In 2015, the National Rugby League asked Hugh to run workshops at every club in the competition. Since then, he has worked with the Australian cricket team, the Australian netball team, the Australian Women's Soccer team, and more than 10 AFL footy teams.

He also works one-on-one with individuals - Steve Smith, Dustin Martin, and Billy Slater to name a few. In addition to his work in schools and elite sport, he has presented to over 500 corporate groups as a keynote speaker and developed comprehensive programmes for many high-profile workplaces across different sectors.

Hugh is also a bestselling author and co-host of the incredible podcast, The Imperfects.

Show Notes:

In this conversation, you'll hear Luke and Hugh talking about the legendary Richard Oppy - hear Luke and Richard in conversation on this Empowering Leaders episode.

You'll also hear Hugh mention Dr Troy Flanagan: if you missed Luke's conversation with Troy - listen to it here.

Hugh and Luke discuss the brilliance of Hamish and Andy in this episode: hear Luke's full conversation with Andy Lee here if you've missed it.

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Dr Troy Flanagan: Making history in the NBA with a 'no burnout' mindset

Tue, 06 Aug 2024 20:00:00 +0000

Today’s guest on the Empowering Leaders podcast is Dr Troy Flanagan, the current Vice President of Performance for NBA’s Milwaukee Bucks. It was under Troy’s expert guidance that the Bucks won the 2021 NBA Championship - their first in 50 years.

In the world of high performing sport, Troy is as qualified as you can get, with a first class honours degree in Human Movement Science, a PhD in Aerospace Engineering. and over 20 years experience working with some of the world’s greatest athletes and Olympians. The most rewarding and impressive shift in his career though, came when he made the very intentional decision to start thinking more about what he could do for the people around him.

You'll hear the details of how exactly he reset his worldview in his thirties to beat burnout and ended up supercharging his career trajectory... and get an insight into what it's like to work with and develop one of the biggest rising stars in the NBA, Giannis Antetokounmpo.

SHOW NOTES:

In this conversation Troy talks about how SuperSema CEO Vanessa Ford inspired him to raise 5 million dollars and spearhead an health and wellbeing program for the entire city of Milwaukee. Hear Luke's complete chat with Vanessa here.

You'll also hear Luke and Troy chatting about the great Australian leader and yachtsman, John Bertrand. John's full conversation with Luke is here.

There's also talk of the incredible Hugh Van Cuylenburg in this episode... hear the full Empowering Leaders episode with Hugh here.

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Dr Rachael Gunn: Australia's hope at the inaugural Breaking battles in Paris 2024

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 20:00:00 +0000

The sport of Breaking is making it's debut at the Paris Olympics in 2024 and tickets to watch the live dance battles have sold unbelievably quickly. In this conversation you’ll hear Australian Breaker Rachael Gunn talk about her journey from a PhD in the cultural politics of Breaking to being among the first to bring the sport to the Olympic stage.

Through her work inside and outside the Breaking cypher (performance circle), Rachael has been a pioneer in the growth of Breaking for women and girls in Australia, after she managing to cut through into the male dominated sport herself.

Rachael has spent years preparing for this moment in Paris, navigating the dynamics of having her husband as her coach and balancing her love of the sport with her work. Rachael shares some excellent tips for the avid Olympic armchair spectator, including what to look out for when you’re watching the breakdancers compete and how to decipher the surprising element of trash talk you’re going to see playing out during each battle at the Games.

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Nic Naitanui: Setting and crushing enormous goals while staying true to yourself

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 20:00:00 +0000

The awesome Nic Naitanui had a clear vision and purpose from day one, and in this conversation you'll hear how that vision led him to fulfil a lifelong dream for his family in the most profoundly beautiful way.

'Nic Nat' was the AFL's number two draft pick in 2008 and went on to become a three-time All Australian and two-time West Coast Eagles best and fairest.

He is known for his athleticism and power, and is considered a cult hero in the sport but Nic is so much more than an Australian Rules footy champion. He’s a partner, a father, a mentor, co-founder of non-alcoholic beverage company ALTR and an extraordinary role model for what’s possible when you merge hard work with kindness and humility.

The conversation gives a rare insight into Nic's personal life, including his family's immigration from Fiji, his upbringing in a struggling neighbourhood, and his current life as a father and entrepreneur. You're going to love it.

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Tess Madgen: The dream of leading the Opals to Gold at the Games

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 20:00:00 +0000

Tess Madgen is the captain of the Australian women's basketball team, the Opals. With the team ready for the Olympics to begin in less than two weeks, Tess shares the strategies she uses to deal with the challenges of managing a team spread across the globe and the tools they employ to maintain connection and cohesion.

Tess also discusses her meticulous approach to her career, her goals, and the importance of her support network. She's got a unique leadership style that emphasises the importance of collaboration, communication, and self-leadership.

Her excitement and pride in representing Australia at the Olympics is tangible and we wish her and the Opals the very best for the upcoming Paris games.

Show notes

You'll hear Tess mention the incredible Sandy Brondello a number of times - check out Luke's chat with Sandy here: Sandy Brondello: Balancing elite level coaching and running a supportive family

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At the end of his tether: Australia's Family Court Chief Justice Will Alstergren

Tue, 09 Jul 2024 20:00:00 +0000

This week's guest granted Luke Darcy a rare interview out of near despair over what is missing in the fight to end the increasing levels of violence against women. The Honourable Will Alstergren is the Chief Justice of the Family Court of Australia and the Federal Circuit Court, appointments that place him at the coalface of family and gender based violence in Australia. The statistics on violence against women in Australia are nothing short of disgraceful.

- 13 women a day are hospitalised each day because of the injuries they receive from violent men.

- A woman is killed every nine days by a current or former partner. 49 have been murdered to date in 2024.

- One in three women have experienced violence since the age of 25.

- Young women aged between 18 to 24 at twice as likely as the general population to experience sexual harassment.

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James Tomkins: Finding the balance to compete over 6 Olympiads

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 20:00:00 +0000

James Tomkins, a Sport Australia Hall of Fame legend, discusses his career in rowing, including his participation in six Olympic games and winning seven world championship gold medals.

Reflecting on the pressure of competing, the importance of teamwork, and the value of taking breaks for longevity in the sport, James also discusses the importance of balance in life, drawing on the Olympic charter's emphasis on a balanced life of mind, body, and soul.

James criticises the current intensity of school sports and the stress it places on students, and also shares his admiration for his coach, Noel Donaldson, and the leadership he demonstrated during their time at the elite level.

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Umra Omar: Planting seeds of the Safari Doctors & watching them flourish

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 20:00:00 +0000

Umra Omar's contribution to community and transforming the lives of others is a remarkable story. Born on the remote Patay Island just off the northern coast of Kenya, Umra earned a bachelor's degree in neuroscience and psychology and then a master's degree in social justice and intercultural relations from the world leading institute in Vermont.

In 2015, during a visit to her hometown, Umra recognized the dire need for healthcare in her community and founded Safari Doctors. Safari Doctors operates mobile clinics across Kenya, reaching over a thousand patients a month, through boats, motorcycles, and on foot. Umra's incredible work has seen her named as the UN Person of the Year in Kenya and received the Africa Leaders for Change Award.

She was recognized by the World Economic Forum as a young global leader, a CNN top 10 hero and featured in Business Daily's top 40 under 40 women.

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Wayne Holdsworth lost his teenager and wants to make sure you don't lose yours

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 20:00:00 +0000

Here at Aleda, we know that you may not feel compelled to listen to a conversation about suicide on your morning commute, or during your run or workout - but we strongly urge you to try today. Why? Because listening to this episode will save lives. Luke's pointed and open discussion with bereaved father, Wayne Holdsworth, contains vital information that many people lack access to - including whether or not you should talk about suicide with someone that you're worried about. The answer: you absolutely should and this episode explains how & why.

Please listen and share it with someone you love. If this conversation has raised any thoughts or feelings you need to talk about, please contact the services below:
Lifeline on 13 11 14 or text 0477 131 114
Kids Helpline on 1800 551 800

For more information about Wayne or to have him visit your school or workplace: https://smacktalk.com.au/

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Mark Visser: The direct path to overcoming your deepest fears

Wed, 12 Jun 2024 01:05:58 +0000

How do you go from being deathly afraid of the water, to being one of the world's wildest professional big wave surfers?
In this conversation, Australian big wave surfer, author, and mindset coach Mark Visser discusses the journey that has taken him from being afraid of bath time after nearly drowning as a 3-year old to becoming a world-renowned surfer and coach. Mark shares how he overcame his fears, his historic night surf at Jaws break in Maui, and his ongoing project to surf a 100-foot wave.

As a mindset coach for successful individuals and organisations, including world champion surfer Kelly Slater and Australian Football League coach Simon Goodwin, Mark drives home the importance of self-awareness, transparency, collaboration, and continuous learning in achieving success.

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Mitch Marsh: The Allan Border medallist shares his secrets to success

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 20:00:00 +0000

This week's guest on the Empowering Leaders podcast is Mitch Marsh, the most recent Alan Border medalist and the current T20 captain of Australia heading into the World Cup.

Warm and unbelievably genuine, Mitch has some incredible stories about his path to being his true authentic self and how that has provided him with the happiest and most successful period of his sporting life and his life in general.

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Michael 'Wippa' Wipfli: taking a stand against big tech

Tue, 28 May 2024 20:00:00 +0000

After a week of 5 minute radio and television interviews about his campaign 36 Months, celebrated radio host and comedian, Michael 'Wippa' Wipfli, sits down with Luke Darcy for an in depth interview about what really drove him to spearhead this campaign.

In this conversation, Wippa opens up about is own battle with severe mental health that gave him a crystal clear insight into the type of despair being felt by children who are struggling to find a way through.

Between his trademark banter and laughter, Wippa talks about the importance of giving those 36 months from 13 to 16 back to our children, how he can't believe his 9 year old is already talking about Snap Chat, and the alarming impact social media is having on the quallity of primary and secondary education across the country.

Wippa has challenged the Prime Minister and the opposition leader to support the campaign and to stop allowing harm to children - the same way we did with seatbelts and drink driving laws in years past.

Show notes

In this episode Luke mentions Johann Hari's incredible book: 'Stolen Focus: Why You Can't Pay Attention' - you can find it here.

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Zoe Kalar: The social app that is free from hate, good for the planet and pays you to play

Tue, 21 May 2024 20:00:00 +0000

A social media app that inspires you, is good for the planet, free from hate, puts money in your wallet and celebrates the good in life - sounds too good to be true, but it isn't!

Zoe Kalar is the founder of WeAre8. She is a serial success in the tech entrepreneur world and has achieved incredible things. The biggest issues facing us all are the algorithms of social media, what they're doing to our young kids, the amount of time we're spending on our screens, and the the divisiveness of the way that the world is unfolding through the world of social media. But how do we change it? How do we put the genie back in the bottle?

Well, Zoe Kalar may well be the one person on the planet capable of finding a solution. The WeAre8 app is an incredible innovation. It's changing the world of social media and advertising. In this conversation, you'll hear Zoe talk about the hurdles she's overcome to be a successful female tech entrepreneur, why she believes governments need to take a stronger stand against social media platforms, and she's calling on brands to shift more of their money towards people and the planet. Zoe has a vision, energy and an inspiring way about her that is truly unique.

Download WeAre8 today: https://www.weare8.com/install

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Geva Mentor: Between the international netball court and the board room

Tue, 14 May 2024 20:00:00 +0000

Geva Mentor is a legend of world netball. In this candid and at times wildly funny conversation, Geva talks about the routines she has in place to execute her role as a captain and a leader and the similarities and synergy she finds between the sporting field, the corporate world and the boardroom.

Geva's yet another visualiser, a trend we've seen so much of in our conversations on Empowering Leaders - she takes us through how she engages the tool of visualisation - she's been doing it since she was a teenager - and how she manages her energy on big game days and at high-profile speaking events. Geva's got also some great advice for parents who are trying to figure out how many sports to introduce their children to and she's passionately engaged with her mission to keep more young girls in sport.

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Scott Pape: The Barefoot Investor on how we should talk to kids about household finance

Tue, 07 May 2024 20:00:00 +0000

If there’s anyone who knows the devastating impact that the current cost of living crisis is having on Australians, it’s Scott Pape. As our first-ever returning guest, Scott talks to us about all things money, including how to talk to our kids when we’re struggling financially, how much money you need to be happy and much more. There is something in this chat for everyone, including the small business owners that you'll hear Scott describe as the backbone of our nation.

Scott also talks about his work as a financial counsellor for Australian's who are struggling to find a way to put a roof over their family's heads and to get healthy meals on the table. He addresses the sneaky tactics of superannuation funds and tells us what we need to do to stay in control of our own super.

After listening to this episode, we highly recommend you go back to the first conversation with Scott, where he tells the story of his journey to become the Barefoot Investor and the enormous impact he's had on personal finance in Australia. He also covers the importance of teaching financial literacy in schools, exposing where the department of education has gotten it wrong.

Here's the link to the original episode: Scott Pape: The face of finance in Australia

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Johanna Griggs: How to call out bad behaviour calmly

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 20:00:00 +0000

Johanna Griggs is one of the most loved and respected figures in Australian television history. She was the first Australian woman to solely host an Olympic games and has been a mainstay of Channel Seven's, Olympic and Paralympic coverage for more than two decades. As a 16-year-old, Johanna Griggs won a Commonwealth Games bronze medal in the a hundred metre backstroke before her career was cut short with chronic fatigue syndrome. But she made a comeback that saw her record the fastest time in the world in the 50 metre backstroke.

Joh's decade long success in the male dominated world of media is a testament to type of leadership she embodies. She has a unique ability to call out bad behaviour with a smile. and a passion for curating great teams around her in everything she does. Success leaves clues and in this conversation with Joh Griggs, you will get a very clear picture of why she has consistently achieved. A lot of it comes down to her legendary work ethic, her fanatical preparation and a personality that truly makes her one of the happiest, most engaging and fun people you'll ever meet!

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Craig Fitzgibbon: why 'Sleeping On It' is the worst advice.

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 20:00:00 +0000

Humble and endearingly self-aware, Craig Fitzgibbon is constantly acquiring knowledge to continue mastering the art of coaching. In this conversation, the multi-premiership winning coach and player talks about overcoming the challenges you'll face when trying to have the discipline to stay the course on whatever philosophy you’ve chosen

The Head Coach of the Cronulla Sharks also explains why he’s never followed the advice to ‘sleep on it’ when trying to solve a problem and goes on to describe how he harnesses the power of slowing down in order to reflect on what he’s grateful for and to be sure he's nurturing the excellent relationships he is so proud to be a part of.

Show notes

Craig mentions Luke's epic interview with one of the most winning NBA coaches of all time - Coach George Karl. Hear the full episode here.

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Adam Schwab: Bringing people back to the office to boost their mental health

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 20:00:00 +0000

Adam Schwab is the founder and CEO of Luxury Escapes, an online travel booking platform with a reputation for excellent workplace culture. In this conversation Adam discusses his journey from mergers and acquisitions lawyer to successful entrepreneur and talks us through some of his routines, such as intermittent fasting and being a vegetarian, and how they have positively impacted his life.

Adam talks about what it takes to become a successful entrepreneur, including what to look for in a cofounder. He talks about the culture thats been built at Luxury Escapes and shares candidly about what he decided to leave behind from his days working in massive law firms.

It's clear that believes in leading by example and ensuring that his team is engaged and working closely together and is a huge believer in the importance of collaboration and his desire to build a multi-generational legacy business. We also get a sneaky insight into the challenges he faces as co host of the hugely successful Contrarians podcast when it comes to being outspoken and critical of others in the business world.

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NASA Astronaut Tim Kopra: Building the new international space station

Tue, 09 Apr 2024 20:00:00 +0000

Tim Kopra is a former US Army Colonel and NASA astronaut and now the CEO of Starlab, a joint venture between Voyager Space and Airbus. Incredibly, Starlab is the company is designing, building, and will eventually operate a new commercial space station in collaboration with NASA.

In this conversation, you'll hear Tim's thoughts on Elon Musk, the experience of collaborating with Russia, and the finer details of the selection process to become an astronaut. Tim emphasizes the importance of maintaining good relationships, both personally and professionally and breaks down just what it takes to pull off a project like building an international space station!

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LIVE from SportNXT 2024: The Power of Collaborative Learning

Tue, 02 Apr 2024 19:00:00 +0000

An NBA Winning coach, AFL Premiership coach, A-League Winner and Cricket World Cup Winner come together live to share their experience of the Aleda Connect program. Moderated by Luke Darcy at the 2024 SportNXT Conference, hear exactly how these wildly successful leaders are unlocking the power of collaborative learning. It's a fascinating discussion that will not only explore how these world-class coaches use collaborative learning to improve their leadership, but holds a multitude of lessons for leaders in the business world as well.

LUKE DARCY – Founder, Aleda

ANDREW MCDONALD – Coach, Australia Men’s Cricket Team

CRAIG MCRAE – Coach, Collingwood Men’s Football Team

MIKE DUNLAP – Fmr. Asst Coach, Milwaukee Bucks

JOHN ALOISI – Coach, Western United FC

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Reggie Butler: We change the biology of every human we interact with

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 19:00:00 +0000

This episode is an enlightening conversation with Reggie Butler, one of the world's most respected leaders in connecting teams and developing great people. In this conversation, Reggie gives us the inside word on his work with companies like Google and their research into their highest performing teams.

He then goes on to tell us how you can bring that same culture to your life and your workplace and why it's so important. Reggie shares his daily practice of helping other people, and encourages us all to add that practice to our own daily routine. He also asks Luke to share the exact order he prioritises the five life domains that govern all of our lives: work, health, family, spirituality, and community.

Show notes:

Here are a some links to places you can learn more about Reggie Butler:

7-Minute Video about Evolved Leadership: Click here to watch

Performance Paradigm: performanceparadigm.com

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Kurt Fearnley: a world view to alter the way you think about everything

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 19:00:00 +0000

In 2009, Kurt Fearnley crawled the Kokoda track in Papua New Guinea to raise awareness for men's mental health. He was a member of the winning Sydney to Hobart yacht crew on the Investec Loyal in 2012 and New South Wales Australian of the Year in 2019.

Born in the middle of Wiradjuri land, in a small country town called Carcoar, without the lower portion of his spine, Kurt has demonstrated time and time again the determination and resilience required to do it all while leading in his own unique way.

In this conversation you'll have a front row seat to a candid conversation about Kurt's life, challenges, leadership style, and you'll hear why no one ever wants to be the unrequited recipient of pity. With his drive to find beauty and value in everything in life, there's no doubt that Kurt's way of looking at the world will change they way you look at it, too.

Show Notes:

Luke and Kurt talked about Allan Marshall’s book I Can Jump Puddles

To learn more about Kurt Fearnley head here.

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Vanessa Ford: reclaiming her space, her culture and her time

Tue, 12 Mar 2024 19:00:00 +0000

Vanessa Ford is an extraordinary individual in every possible way. It's as though she's the real life version of Super Sema, the animated superhero she created that is changing the world. Super Sema is the first African animated superhero franchise to inspire the next generation of children to change the world through curiosity, creativity, and STEAM skills. The wildly successful animated series is watched by millions of young black boys and girls around the globe whose parents and grandparents grew up without seeing anyone who looked like them on TV, and certainly not in cartoon superhero form.

With the backing of Serena and Venus Williams and Oprah Winfrey, the experience of being a young woman of colour working in the entertainment industry directly for Harvey Weinstein, and a drive to reclaim her power and help everyone else do the same, Vanessa Ford is a remarkable and fascinating leader, changing the world for good.

Show Notes:

You can watch Super Sema here.

For more about Kukua head here.

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Jordan Love: Worth the three-year wait.

Tue, 05 Mar 2024 19:00:00 +0000

Jordan Love, at just 25 years of age, has just completed a remarkable first season as the starting quarterback for the Green Bay Packers, throwing 37 touchdown passes and leading his team to a playoff win over the Dallas Cowboys. On the back of his extraordinary first up season as quarterback he has become one of the most exciting athletes in US sport at the moment. An incredibly humble, respectful and brilliant young man, in this chat Jordan talks as openly as ever about life on and off the field, including his dream to collaborate with his hero LeBron James.

He talks openly about the balance of taking over from the legendary Aaron Rodgers, the lessons that he learned from being Aaron's understudy for three years and tells how the two of them still have a great friendship to this day, even though they're on opposing teams. As a leader who is proud to lean on his more experienced teammates, Jordan is always empowering those around him to lead with consistency and compassion. In this conversation, Jordan shares the tragic story of the passing of his father, a respected police sergeant, and how his dad is still the person who inspires him the most to this day.

Show Notes

Jordan and Luke both mention Matt LaFleur, head coach for the Green Bay Packers. Listen to Luke's full conversation with Matt LaFleur here.

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Chloe Dalton: the lightness of becoming a beginner again

Tue, 27 Feb 2024 19:00:00 +0000

Chloe Dalton, Olympic gold medal winner, AFLW player and founder of the Female Athlete Project is seriously inspiring. In this conversation, you'll hear what has unfolded since Chloe, at seven years of age, was inspired to be an Olympian by the great Cathy Freeman's iconic race at the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games.

From the WNBL to the Australian Rugby team to playing AFLW for Greater Western Sydney, Chloe knows what it means to start something new from scratch and persevere until you are on top. The powerful words spoken by Chloe's father and brother that truly helped shape her incredible success time and time again will inspire you and ring in your ears for days.

You'll also hear Chloe open up about the challenges and joys of founding and operating her own highly successful media platform that is dedicated to increasing the visibility of women in sport. Chloe tells how British triathlete Emma Pallant-Browne courageously shared a personal photo that went viral on the Female Athlete Project, and sparked just one of the many overdue conversations that are taking place there. Achieving this much at such a young age... we can't wait to see what the next 30 years hold for Chloe!

Show Notes:

To listen to the Female Athlete Project podcast head here.

For more about The Female Athlete Project and Chloe's 2 incredible books head here.

Chloe mentions OurWatch and the profound impact it's had on her and so many others. For more information head here: www.ourwatch.org.au

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Harry Garside: an enlightened take on the war on masculinity

Tue, 20 Feb 2024 19:00:00 +0000

At just 26 years of age, this week's guest is wise beyond his years. Harry Garside is an Olympic boxer who is passionate about leading, learning and living a truly authentic life. He's constantly pushing himself to the edge in every facet of life and you won't believe his training goals over the next few months in the lead up to the 2024 Paris Olympic Games.

Harry drops so many crisp anecdotes and smooth pearls of wisdom in this conversation that delivers punch after punch of worldly wisdom and fresh perspectives. From the war on masculinity to fasting as a means of taking back control, this enlightened episode with a boxing superstar is sure to leave you wanting more Harry Garside in your life.

We're pretty confident you're going to see him on the podium in Paris later this year but in the meantime, enjoy this conversation with an outstanding young leader who has his sights set on changing the world and no doubt already has!

Show notes:

Harry mentions the Reach Foundation and the profound impact it's had on him and so many others. For more information head here: https://www.reach.org.au/

Luke mentions his conversation with globally renowned parenting expert and author, Steve Biddulph. Be sure to listen here if you haven't already.

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Kirsten King: how she became the face of pilates in Australia

Tue, 13 Feb 2024 19:00:00 +0000

Our second guest for the year is Kirsten King, the founder of Fluid Form Pilates, and it's a brilliant success story. In this incredibly transparent, honest, and open conversation you'll hear about the series of events that led to Fluid Form packs being sent by the hundreds to 99 countries across the world, from Afghanistan to Iceland, the US and beyond, and how the challenges of COVID turbocharged Kirsten's business.

It hasn't been an easy path to reach this point. Kirsten embraces vulnerability and in this chat she shares the tragic family story that shaped her and her family from that moment on.

Kirsten also shares with us the tools she uses to overcome challenges in both life and business, and speaks glowingly about being surrounded by females in her business at Fluid Form.

You'll hear how putting family first and taking the lead on making sure her team feel equally as comfortable to live and breathe that value is really important to her.

We are really privileged to have Kirsten King as part of our Aleda Connect signature program at Aleda Collective. We love collaborating with people like Kirsten and her group of six other leaders around the globe that learn and share and love to collaborate with each other.

For more about Kirsten and Fluid Form head here.

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Michael Schneider: leading 53,000 team members well

Tue, 06 Feb 2024 19:00:00 +0000

Michael Schneider is the managing director of Bunnings and our first guest in 2024. Mike's leadership is revered amongst the business community in Australia and his incredible success stems from his deep respect for others. In this conversation with Luke Darcy, Mike's pride in the professionalism and longevity of the team members at Bunnings shines through.

If you're a leader of any type of business, big, small, or maybe you're just starting out with a side hustle, Mike gives away so much valuable advice during this conversation covering all aspects of business as well as handing out some excellent tips for dealing with anyone who thinks they're the smartest person in the room. You'll also hear how some of Mike's greatest teachers are the ones who've gotten it wrong, and, lucky for us, Mike's not afraid to discuss the mistakes he's made along the way, so that you too can learn from him!

You'll also hear the great John Bertrand mentioned in this episode - make sure you've checked out Luke's full-length conversation with John here.

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Success Leaves Clues: Collaboration

Tue, 30 Jan 2024 19:00:00 +0000

We know that Success Leaves Clues and on this podcast, we consistently hear about the powerful role that collaboration plays in the lives of our guests. In this inspiring episode, you'll hear from five world-renowned guests about the value they place on collaboration within their chosen fields.

Our featured guests are (click through for their full episodes):

Rochelle Courteney; Founding Director of Share the Dignity

Jeff Dimery; Managing Director of Alinta Energy

Tara Winkler; Australian Humanitarian, Founder of Cambodian Children's Trust

Tracy Stockwell nee Caulkins; Former Olympic Swimmer, Sporting Administrator

Ivan Cleary; 3x Penrith Panthers Premiership Coach

At Aleda, we know there are consistent dimensions of what great leadership looks like, and we’ll cover them all in this special seven episode series.

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Start your leadership journey today. Head to Aleda Collective to find out more about our signature, cross industry collaboration program, Aleda Connect. Curated and facilitated by experts, running for 8 fortnightly sessions, Aleda Connect is the learning experience of a life-time.

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Success Leaves Clues: Greatest Leader

Tue, 23 Jan 2024 19:00:00 +0000

We know that Success Leaves Clues and on this podcast we consistently hear about the presence of great leaders in the lives of our guests. In this heartfelt episode, you'll hear from seven world renowned guests about the great leaders who shaped their world.

Our featured guests are (click through for their full episodes):

Bob Murphy - Former Captain of the Western Bulldogs

Anita Jacoby AM - Award-winning Television Producer

Meggie Palmer - Founder of PepTalkHer

Richard Burnet - Global CEO of Body Fit Training

Donna Urquhart - Ultramarathon Runner and Physiotherapist

Danny Green - Four-Time World Champion Boxer

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Success Leaves Clues: Communicating with Clarity

Tue, 16 Jan 2024 19:00:00 +0000

In our Success Leaves Clues series, we have hand selected guests from across industry and collected their most powerful leadership stories and strategies. In this episode, you'll hear from seven world renowned leaders about the power of Communicating with Clarity.

Our featured guests are (click through for their full episodes):

Susan McLean - Australia's Leading Expert in Cyber Safety

Rod Campbell - Firefighter, Football Coach, and Father of Five

Richard Goyder - Chairman of the AFL

Jeff Dimery - CEO of Alinta Energy

Stacey Morlang Sullivan - Australian Lacrosse Legend and Business Owner

Nathan Parris - Managing Partner at Emerge Capital

George Karl - Hall of Fame NBA Coach

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Success Leaves Clues: Curiosity

Tue, 09 Jan 2024 19:00:00 +0000

In this episode, six of our brilliant 2023 guests share why curiosity is one of their superpowers as a leader.

Our featured guests are (click through for their full episodes):

Ed O'Malley

Dr. Shefali Tsabary

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Success Leaves Clues: Creating and Sharing a Vision

Tue, 02 Jan 2024 19:00:00 +0000

For this episode, we've picked six of our brilliant 2023 guests to share the powerful lessons they've learned about creating and then sharing their vision.

Featured guests (click through for full episodes):

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Success Leaves Clues: Positively Impacting Others

Tue, 26 Dec 2023 19:00:00 +0000

In this episode, you'll hear from a collection of our incredible 2023 guests about the power of positively impacting others on a daily basis.

Featured guests (click through for full episodes):

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Success Leaves Clues: Self Leadership

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 19:00:00 +0000

In this episode, you'll hear from some of the most extraordinary minds on what self-leadership means to them, and how they execute it in their daily lives. Click below for the full episodes featuring:

At Aleda, we know there are consistent dimensions of what great leadership looks like, and we’ll cover them all over the next 7 episodes. We've started with self-leadership because we know it's difficult to lead well unless you can lead yourself well.

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Danny Green: anti-violence, raising a boxer and the night at sea he thought was his last.

Tue, 12 Dec 2023 19:00:00 +0000

There's no doubt that Danny Green is a legend of Australian sport. He's the only Australian boxer to win FOUR world titles across three different weight divisions, and he's also represented his country at Commonwealth and Olympic games level.

But that's just the start! Danny is highly respected in the community for his philanthropy and his passion for supporting people from all walks of life.

Since 2012 Danny has dedicated himself to (and self-funded) his anti-violence movement, the Coward Punch campaign, and has successfully prevented countless senseless and unnecessary attacks on helpless victims.

Since Danny started using the term Coward Punch, it has rapidly replaced ‘one-punch’ and ‘king hit’ in the Australian vernacular used to describe these often deadly attacks, and it's even now used in the courtroom.

This conversation is full of laughter as we get some amazing insight in to Danny's friendship with Anthony Mundine, his parenting style and the times in his life that he's been the most terrified (spoiler alert: that story is hands-down the funniest part of the episode)!

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Donna Urquhart: running 1300km in 25 days across Antarctica to keep girls in sport

Tue, 05 Dec 2023 19:00:00 +0000

Physiotherapist, pain scientist and ultra runner, Donna Urquhart, has studied the subject of pain for years. On this episode of the Empowering Leaders podcast, just a few days before she departs for Antarctica to smash the Guinness World Record for the longest ultramarathon in a polar region, Donna tells us how pushing through pain can unlock more of our potential.

Passionate about the importance of sport in the lives of children, specifically girls, Donna reinforces why we need to be teaching coping skills in youth sports and tells us the crucial steps to fostering a supportive environment for young people to compete in. In this conversation, you'll hear how Donna is aiming to raise 1.5 million dollars by running across Antarctica so she can sponsor programs that support females to stay in sport.

Her insights into the world of pain, the latest research and what you need to be able to push through it will inspire you, and just wait until you hear how and when she discovered her love for running!

For more information and to donate to support Donna's Antarctic run and her work in girls sport: Run Antarctica

To hear or re-listen to the Empowering Leaders episode Luke mentions with Rodney Campbell, founder of Learning Life Through Sport head here or search for Rodney Campbell Empowering Leaders wherever you get your podcasts.

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Sarah Grynberg: Visualising A Life Of Greatness

Tue, 28 Nov 2023 19:00:00 +0000

Sarah Grynberg has a brilliant story and in this episode you'll hear her discuss how visualisation has helped her create a life that she loves and leads.

Sarah, known for her tireless work as Hamish and Andy's executive producer, tells us how those two icons of Australian entertainment set out to show her the kindness and compassion it takes to succeed, and how that has informed Sarah's own way of working with others on a daily basis.

Sarah's passion for living a life of true purpose and not dying with the music in you is the foundation for her brilliant podcast, A Life of Greatness, where Sarah has interviewed the likes of Deepak Chopra, Simon Sinek, Matthew McConaughey, Rich Roll, Jay Shetty, and Seth Godin.

Sarah talks in detail about the powerful daily routines and habits that keep her healthy and successful and how the key to living A Life of Greatness always comes down to being your authentic self.

For more on leaders who use visualisation to take them to the next level, listen back to the episode Luke mentioned where we learn about the techniques used by Olympic Gold Medalist Steve Hooker: find it here or just search Steve Hooker Empowering Leaders wherever you get your podcasts.

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Liz Ellis: It's hard work that propels you from good to great.

Tue, 21 Nov 2023 19:00:00 +0000

In this joyful (and cheeky) conversation, Liz Ellis shares her journey from clumsy bookworm, to successful netball player, through to becoming one of the most respected names in Australian sport and media.

Liz and Luke talk openly about Liz's struggles with fertility and the importance of finding new ways to create more open conversation about miscarriage amongst our friends and families.

Liz also takes us through her experiences with failure in business, her highly competitive nature and why a trip around Australia with her young family was a non-negotiable!

Show notes:

Liz and Luke share a passion for junior sport and you'll hear them discussing a recent episode with Rodney Campbell from Learning Life Through Sport

You'll also hear Luke talking about Liz's powerful book If At First You Don't Conceive

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How Ivan Cleary etched his name into Penrith Panthers immortality

Tue, 14 Nov 2023 19:00:00 +0000

Ivan Cleary, the Penrith Panthers triple premiership winning coach.

In this conversation you'll learn pretty quickly that Ivan is incredibly humble and equally full of wisdom at the same time. He tells us the full story behind his gut-wrenching decision to leave the West Tigers in 2018 with two years left on his contract. Ultimately, trusting his heart helped him make the call and, you could say, three premierships later, he's never looked back!

Ivan shares about the work being done on the mental agility of his team, and goes into detail about following the path of the All Blacks and their psychologist Dr. Ceri Evans. He breaks down the simplified method they're using behind the scenes and how it has helped the Panthers reach the pinnacle not once, not twice but three times in a row.

The proudest of Penrith men, you'll hear Ivan skilfully self-reflect on his early coaching career, his home of Penrith, and how important his community is to their club. He speaks from the heart about his family, and lets us in on what it means to be both coach and father to the undeniably brilliant Nathan Cleary.

Show notes

In this episode you'll hear Ivan & Luke talk about:

Our episode with Gus Worland - Saving lives, one mate at a time

Our episode with Nathan Parris - Tapping into the potential of Emerging entrepreneurs

The Five Dysfunctions of a Team, a book by Patrick Lencioni

Dr Ceri Evans Red Blue model

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Danielle Laidley: Harnessing the power of self-leadership to change lives

Tue, 07 Nov 2023 19:00:00 +0000

In May 2020, at the end of a crystal meth-fuelled bender, Dani Laidley was arrested. In conversation with Luke Darcy she tells us exactly how that arrest came about, as we shine a light on the self-leadership Dani taps into at each twist and turn.

While in custody that night, Victoria police officers took and distributed photos of her with makeup streaming down her face. The invasive photos made front page news, publicly revealing Dani to the world for the first time.

Prior to that moment, we had all known Dean Laidley, the champion premiership-winning footballer with the West Coast Eagles and North Melbourne, who went on to be an outstanding senior coach at North Melbourne Football Club for seven seasons.

We are in awe at the courage and mental resilience it took for Dani to essentially live two lives while excelling in the brutal, alpha competitive world of professional AFL football.

From her gender dysphoria diagnosis, to her inspiring work as an advocate for the transgender community, to her aspirations to one day coach in the AFL again, you're going to love this conversation with a woman, who despite all odds, is thriving, equal parts proud and humble, and leading the way for so many.

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Jeffrey Cole: Elon Musk is the Thomas Edison of our generation, ChatGPT is the ultimate disruptor

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 19:00:00 +0000

Jeffrey Cole's lifelong insight into the future of all things digital communication makes for eye-opening conversation. In this episode, Jeff labels ChatGPT as the greatest disruptor to society since the printing press and personal computer came on the scene.

He describes the four key pillars of Elon Musk and, given the breadth of work Elon Musk is doing, says we can't afford count Elon out of anything.

Jeff also talks microchip manufacturing calling it the most important and indestructible sector in the global business world. Throw in a deep dive on TikTok, the Chinese government's influence, and the heartbreaking impacts of social media on our youth and this is another unmissable episode of Empowering Leaders.

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Larry Kestelman: the man who revamped the NBL after first reshaping the way Australian’s do business

Tue, 24 Oct 2023 19:00:00 +0000

Larry Kestelman is an Australian billionaire property developer and businessman.

One of the co-founders of Dodo Internet back in 2001, Larry is now owner of Australia’s National Basketball League, the NBL, among many other successful businesses.
Not satisfied with turning Melbourne United into a successful franchise, he went on to change the game for Australian basketball after taking ownership of the NBL itself.

In this conversation, Larry and our host, Luke Darcy, cover all of Larry’s journey - from his humble beginnings in Ukraine to becoming a renowned business tycoon in Australia.

Larry puts a whole lot of his success down to luck, but also admits to being skilled at seizing opportunities and developing an unbelievably deep understanding of people and their needs.

In this inspiring conversation with Luke, Larry emphasises just how important it is to him to always be learning, to maintain a positive attitude when the going gets tough, and how self-leadership, for Larry, all comes back to knowing what your purpose is.

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How Craig McRae changed the landscape for AFL coaches & experienced the best day of his life

Tue, 17 Oct 2023 19:00:00 +0000

In this powerful episode of Empowering Leaders, Craig McCrae takes us on his journey to becoming Senior Coach of the 2023 AFL Premiership winning Collingwood Football Club.

Throughout this conversation, you'll gain a deep insight into Fly's leadership approach - he's values-based, he empowers players and staff and he reveres collaboration.

You'll hear him talk about being drafted to the Brisbane Lions in 1994 and winning three back to back Premierships before entering an 18-year coaching apprenticeship that led to him being appointed Collingwood coach in 2022.

A bit of a 'cheeky' coach, Fly, as he's affectionately known, swears by keeping things fun and relaxed on game day, putting family first and always supporting players through their mistakes.

It's a privilege to listen to and learn from this man, and, of course, to get the full story about his newborn baby, Maggie, gracing the world with her presence at 7:45am on the day Craig and his team won the 2023 AFL Grand Final!

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How friendship & vulnerability helped Bob Murphy grow into the Bulldogs captain

Tue, 10 Oct 2023 19:00:00 +0000

In this episode, former Australian rules footballer Luke Darcy warmly interviews his friend and former teammate, Bob Murphy.

The shared history that began when they were both 17-year-old boys shines through as they talk about Bob’s leadership style and his unique approach to life and football.

You’ll hear Bob share his experiences as a young player, his journey to becoming captain of the Western Bulldogs, and what he thinks needs to shift when it comes to leadership and culture in football. He also talks about his passion for storytelling, his deep love for the game of AFL, and the setbacks and anxiety he’s experienced and continues to work through.

The conversation also touches on Bob’s eclectic group of friends, his interests outside the world of football, and his passion for collaborating with the most interesting people he can find.

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Ed O'Malley echoes Ted Lasso's 'be curious, not judgemental'

Tue, 03 Oct 2023 19:00:00 +0000

Ed O'Malley, a former elected official in Kansas, left his role to start the Kansas Leadership Center which has impacted tens of thousands of people in his local community.

Ed is a fascinating and curious person. He has this fantastic way of talking about leadership often being the act of disappointing people at a rate that they previously couldn't absorb. He makes a really clear distinction between authority and exercising leadership, noting that just because you're in a role of authority doesn't mean that you choose to exercise leadership or have the skills to do it. This leader is passionate about the fact that leadership is actually a skill that can be learned and then an exercise in itself.

We cover the challenge of the gun laws in the United States, and Ed's desire to see a formal global collaboration of leadership programs around the world to support a more creative and collaborative approach to leadership.

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Jason Kimberley has a COOL passion for education and the environment

Tue, 26 Sep 2023 20:00:00 +0000

Jason Kimberley is a special individual, with his unique style in terms of both leadership style and fashion. He has created Cool.org which supports educators with teaching resources and the impact it has had on student engagement and understanding of critical issues.

Kimberley also shares his eclectic life experiences and the lessons he has learned along the way. He also tells us how he ended up having a picnic in the middle of the SCG midgame after Buddy Franklin kicked his 1000th goal.

Jason emphasises the importance of being true to oneself, not caring about what others think, and taking responsibility for one's actions. He discusses the significance of curiosity, clear communication, collaboration, and staying focused on a vision.

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Harry Kewell: Never stop looking forward to find opportunities to make mistakes

Tue, 19 Sep 2023 20:00:00 +0000

A sportsman who is always looking ahead, who admits he rarely reflects on his abilities as a player, Harry Kewell discusses the work ethic that saw him leaving everything on the field in every single training session, and the ramifications he suffered as a player whenever he eased off, even just a little.

As a footballer, Harry was blessed to have everything on hand 24/7 from doctors to chefs. He was told what to do every minute of the day since the age of 16. When he retired and came out the other side he talks about the shock of having to figure it out alone and the relief of finding a new routine that he credits with keeping him strong mentally and physically.

You'll hear Harry call Ange Postecoglou ‘the nicest person in the world’ and you'll see his genuine willingness to share anything with anyone if they are willing to learn. Harry takes us on a journey of his intrinsic connection to the game of football - his ability to see the movement patterns, the way he can differentiate between the sound of the ball when a player makes a perfect cross or when it's slightly off target, and how he teaches his players about what they can understand from the way the football simply moves across the grass.

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Dispelling the Ugly Parent Syndrome at junior sport with Rod Campbell

Tue, 12 Sep 2023 20:00:00 +0000

Rod Campbell, the creator of Learning Life Through Sport is a firefighter football coach and a father of five who has dedicated his adult life to helping people.

Rod uses the superpower of selflessness to inspire others to make someone else's day better. Rod has been audited with the Australian Fire Service medal for his inspirational efforts in educating adolescents in road safety.

Rod's road awareness campaign he coordinated for 15 years resulted in a 75% reduction in fatalities in the 16 to 19-year-old bracket in South Australia and a reduction in serious injuries of over one-third.

Rod has created an education program, Learning Life Through Sport, to tackle what, in my view, is a crisis in bad parenting behaviour in junior sports in Australia and around the world.

Learn more about Rod and his incredible program Learning Life Through Sport here:

Home | Learning Life Through Sport

And contact Rod directly here:

rod@learninglifethroughsport.com

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Nathan Parris tapping into the potential of the Emerging entrepreneurs of the world

Tue, 05 Sep 2023 20:00:00 +0000

Nathan Parris is the Managing Partner at Emerge Capital, and is responsible for leading Emerge Capital’s Transactions business.

This role also includes heading the firm’s international business in Asia and the Middle East which focuses on facilitating offshore capital into the pan-Asian real estate sector.

Nathan has over 20 years of experience in real estate throughout Asia and Australia at Lendlease, Morgan Stanley, CapitaLand, and Taubman Centres. Throughout his career, Nathan has developed extensive experience in the office, retail, residential, and mixed-use sectors through a comprehensive track record across funds management, asset management, development, and property management.

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Breaking new ground in the NBL with Fleur McIntyre

Tue, 29 Aug 2023 20:00:00 +0000

High-energy Fleur McIntyre is breaking new ground for female coaches since taking a call from her friend, Luc Longley, offering her an assistant coaching role with the Sydney Kings in the NBL.

Luc, the Australian Sports Hall of Fame basketballer who won three NBA championships alongside Michael Jordan, saw enormous potential in Fleur and he wasn't wrong - the Kings have won back to back championships in Fleur's first two seasons!

Fleur has an extensive history in the high performance world, including a role as Head of Exercise and Sports Science at the University of Notre Dame Australia.

Fleur was recently invited by the San Antonio Spurs to guest coach during the Summer League series and has an incredible reputation as a great leader in Australian sport.

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Adam Spencer, Australia's all-rounder is a comedian, Swans #1 ticket-holder and lifelong numbers nerd

Tue, 22 Aug 2023 20:00:00 +0000

Adam Spencer is one of the most interesting, intelligent, entertaining, and unique people that you’ll ever meet. A legendary breakfast radio host for more than 15 years, the World Debating Champion in 1996, a bestselling author of multiple books based on the endless possibility of numbers, and one of the world's most sought-after MCs and keynote speakers.

Adam’s Ted Talk, which is brilliant by the way, with the title: “Why I fell in love with Monster Prime numbers” has been viewed more than 2.3 million times. Adam is genuinely one of life's most wonderful people and in this conversation with Luke Darcy.

You’ll hear one of the great minds of Australian entertainment give insight into the future of artificial intelligence and how it will revolutionise our kid’s education, the impending danger of AI-generated misinformation leading into the US election and how respecting the process and preparing properly has helped him to become one of the most respected speakers in the world.

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BFT CEO Richard Burnet; Navigating life's hurdles, and challenges ahead of creating a global phenomenon

Tue, 15 Aug 2023 20:00:00 +0000

Richard Burnet is the Global CEO and Director of BFT (Body Fit Training) with over 600 franchisees sold across Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, the UK, the US, Spain and Hong Kong, and expansion plans underway around the world.

BFT is an internationally recognised fitness brand success story. Rich's personal path to this success has had more than its fair share of hurdles and life challenges. Rich and his wife Danielle's first two boys, Sebastian and Charlie, were born with one of the rarest genetic conditions in the world, Multiple Sulfatase Deficiency.

The condition tragically saw Sebastian and Charlie pass away before their teenage years. Rich transitioned away from his senior corporate roles with BP, Golf Australia, and the AFL to pursue an entrepreneurial path, which included a sliding door moment that saw Rich literally stumble across a gym that he would ultimately end up partnering with to create an extraordinary Australian business success story.

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Using the power behind visualisation to drive Steve Hooker to an Olympic Gold Medal

Tue, 08 Aug 2023 20:00:00 +0000

On the 22nd of August, 2008, Steve Hooker became the first Australian male Olympic gold medalist in a track and field event since Ralph Doubell 40 years earlier in the 1968 Mexico Olympics.

Steve Hooker is one of only a handful of athletes to hold the Olympic World Championship, IAAF World Indoor Championship, IAAF Continental Cup, and Commonwealth Games titles at the same time.

Steve was the captain of the Australian athletics team from 2008 to 2012 and his incredible commitment and work ethic has seen his outstanding success in sport replicated in his business career.

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A lifetime dedicated to coaching with George Karl

Tue, 01 Aug 2023 20:00:00 +0000

George Karl was drafted as a fourth-round pick to the San Antonio Spurs in 1973 from the University of North Carolina.

Ten years later, at just 33 years of age, George Karl was appointed as the head coach of the Cleveland Cavaliers, making him one of the youngest head coaches in NBA history. In 2016, when Coach Carl finished his last role as a head coach in the NBA, he had been in charge for a remarkable 1,999 games, winning 1,175 times - the sixth all-time in NBA history!

Karl coached the US national team, is a four-time NBA all-star head coach, and was named the 2013 NBA coach of the year. In 2022, he was inducted into the NBA Hall of Fame for his outstanding lifetime success and contribution to the sport.

Coach Karl, has dedicated his life to the game of basketball, coaching the young players of the USA to success they could only have dreamed of.

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Why Tara Winkler has dedicated her life to end an era of orphanages

Tue, 25 Jul 2023 20:00:00 +0000

Tara Winkler is an extraordinary Australian humanitarian. In 2011, she was recognised as the New South Wales Young Australian of the Year for her work in establishing the Cambodian Children's Trust.

Her inspirational TED Talk on why we need to end the era of orphanages has been viewed more than 1.2 million times and helped to shine a powerful light on the plight of more than 8 million children around the globe living in orphanage-like institutions. Many of those children are actually in fact not orphans, but are removed from extremely poor families and exploited.

Tara's work in shining a light on this situation has created a global shift towards a better way.

It is brilliant and inspiring to hear from Tara, who since the age of 19 has dedicated her life to exposing how power, privilege, and oppression intersect with charity work. Her passion for igniting local wisdom, investing in preventative measures, and highlighting that people living in abject poverty don't lack the wherewithal, just the resources makes for an incredibly compelling and eye-opening conversation. I'm sure you're going to enjoy this chat with Tara Winkler.

Donate to support the groundbreaking work of the Cambodian Children’s Trust here.

In this episode, I mention Tara’s powerful TED Talk, a beautifully crafted 13 minute deep dive into why we need to end the era of orphanages.

Tara discussed the power of the book Pedagogy of the Oppressed by Paulo Freire.

We also talk about my recent conversation with Peter Singer, the world's most influential living philosopher on the morality of helping others and making a difference in a world where discussion is often shut down. If you enjoy this chat with Tara, can I suggest Peter Singer as your next listen if you haven’t already. Find the episode on Apple or Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.

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Tracy Stockwell OAM was destined to be an Olympic Champion from the age of 9 years old

Tue, 18 Jul 2023 20:00:00 +0000

Tracy Stockwell OAM is a three-time Olympic gold medalist, five-time world champion, and former world record-holder in three events.

None of that would have been possible if at the age of nine, she didn't watch Mark Spitz breaking records at the Games, and she tells us how she engaged the power of visualisation to chase down her dreams in a fearless manner.

Tracy became an honourary Aussie following her days in the pool when she married Mark Stockwell and raised her five children in Australia. She recently held the role of President of Swimming Australia and its incredible to hear her speak so highly and candidly about the leaders who have had a major influence on her career.

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Meggie Palmer on closing the gender pay-gap

Tue, 11 Jul 2023 20:00:00 +0000

Meggie Palmer is an award-winning journalist with more than 15 years of global reporting experience. She's the founder and CEO of PepTalkHer, a technology and consulting company focused on closing the gender pay gap.

Meggie talks with Luke about finding out from a male colleague exactly how much less she was earning than every man in the newsroom and how fighting for her own pay equity sparked her passion in this space. It was a privilege for Meggie to walk us through the power of moving away from anger and bitterness and choosing to take action instead.

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Anita Jacoby AM discusses the importance of communicating effectively & with empathy

Tue, 04 Jul 2023 20:00:00 +0000

Anita Jacoby is one of Australia’s most distinguished television producers and media executives. With a career spanning more than 35 years, she has created award-winning content across multiple platforms.

A genuine pioneer for female success in Australian media, Anita talks about consistently being overlooked for promotion, as men overtook her on the network ladder time and again despite her experience. You'll hear her thoughts on the world of clickbait and disinformation and we explore the current shortage of the long form, investigative style of journalism Anita made her name with. Anita also tells a story she discovered much closer to home about her father, who had a huge positive influence in her life - a World War II refugee and founder of Sony in Australia - but shortly after his death Anita discovered a dark and tragic side to his life that he had never revealed.

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Sandy Brondello has a formula for balancing elite level coaching, being a leader and running a supportive family

Tue, 27 Jun 2023 20:00:00 +0000

This week's guest on the Empowering Leaders podcast is Australian basketball legend, Sandy Brondello, from her Manhattan apartment overlooking the New York skyline, where she is the current coach of the New York Liberty in the WNBA. You'll hear Sandy talk about growing up in a sugar cane farm in Queensland and practicing for hours on end on a grass court with a backboard her dad built for her. It's an extraordinary story of her becoming one of the great shooters in women's basketball history.

Sandy also talks on the importance of teaching kids the fundamentals instead of over training them, she describes the loneliness of leadership and putting the same amount of energy, enthusiasm and passion into raising her two children as well as leading the next generation of basketball stars.

You'll also get an insight into the great wisdom Sandy has received from collaborating with her Aleda Connect group. Sandy's bespoke Aleda Connect team includes Justin Leppitsch - three-time Brisbane Premiership legend and current assistant coach of the Collingwood Football Club, John Bertram - Australian Hall of Fame legend and one of Australia's greatest ever sporting success stories, Daryl Franklin - current chief of staff at the Green Bay Packers, Brad Fittler - rugby league legend from New South Wales and current state of origin coach for New South Wales, and Pat Clifton - the assistant vice president of player health and performance at the NBA. Sandy talks openly about how that shared opportunity to learn, connect and collaborate has been incredibly powerful for her.

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What it takes to become and embody 'A Conscious Parent' with Dr Shefali

Tue, 20 Jun 2023 20:00:00 +0000

Dr. Shefali has produced groundbreaking work as an author of New York Times best-selling books, that peer through a societal lens to find remedies for over-zealous and highly critical parenting.

In this chat, Dr. Shefali looks at what is driving damaging behaviour from parents and institutions and the shifts needed to set our children up for happiness and fulfilment.

Dr Shefali's books, The Conscious Parent and The Awakened Family, have both been endorsed by Oprah who has championed Dr. Shefali's revolutionary work in promoting conscious parenting.

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Australia's journey to renewable energy, and why it has to include coal - for now.

Tue, 13 Jun 2023 20:00:00 +0000

Jeff Dimery is the CEO of Alinta Energy. From humble beginnings to where he is today, Dimery lays out the ups and downs he has faced.

In this chat, Dimery says Alinta is the biggest single investor in renewable energy in Australia and discusses slashing the defence budget to invest more money, faster, into clean energy so it can become a sustainable and viable option.

Jeff also reflects on Australian cricket captain Pat Cummins' decision to distance himself from the Alinta Energy sponsorship of the Australian cricket team and shares personal details about drawing his greatest inspiration from his mother.

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Taking the leap of faith, moving countries and creating Bluestone Lane Cafe's with Nick Stone

Tue, 06 Jun 2023 20:00:00 +0000

Nick Stone is a former AFL footballer, who moved to New York City in 2010. He envisioned Bluestone Lane whilst attending Business School in New York, with the idea of providing a premium coffee experience that can be readily found in Melbourne Australia

Has a great connection with his local customers, the teammates that are his staff members, and putting his life force into moving from Australia to America to create Bluestone Lane Cafe.

A great Australian hospitality success story. Hear some of the celebrities that regularly frequent Nick's cafe.

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Why Stephanie Alexander created the Kitchen Garden Foundation

Tue, 30 May 2023 20:00:00 +0000

Stephanie Alexander AO is regarded as one of Australia’s great food educators.

Her reputation has been earned through her thirty years as an owner-chef in several restaurants, as the author of 17 influential books and hundreds of articles about food matters, and for her groundbreaking work in creating the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Foundation.

The Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Foundation provides inspiration, information, professional development, and support for educators to deliver pleasurable food education to children and young people in Australia.

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The significance behind Share the Dignity with founder Rochelle Courtenay

Tue, 23 May 2023 20:00:00 +0000

Rochelle is Share the Dignity’s founder and Managing Director, though the title she is most proud of though is ‘Pad Lady’. Rochelle has led a team of volunteers collecting millions of period products across Australia.

When Rochelle first learned of homeless women going without basic sanitary items during their menstrual cycle, she decided the question was not, “why is no one doing anything” but rather, “what’s stopping me from doing something?”

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Kemi Nekvapil is shaping a new paradigm for women

Tue, 16 May 2023 20:00:00 +0000

Kemi Nekvapil is committed to making a measurable impact. Working with people and organisations that create good in the world and it is a privilege to do this work.

Kemi is one of Australia's leading credentialled coaches for female executives and entrepreneurs, an author and a highly sought after international speaker

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Jules Lund: As open, honest, vulnerable and giving as he has ever been

Tue, 09 May 2023 20:00:00 +0000

Well-known Australian entertainer Jules Lund takes us on a journey through this chat.

Lund has always been known for his effervescent nature, his openness, humbleness, and his vulnerability.

In the coming weeks, Jules is returning to radio as the drive host on Disrupt Radio; an Australian-first audio network specifically built for leaders and entrepreneurs. We can't think of a more qualified host. 4 - 6 pm on weekdays. Find him on LinkedIn for the launch date.

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Elizabeth Broderick on the respect and dignity we have for one another

Tue, 02 May 2023 22:06:58 +0000

Elizabeth Broderick AO is an Australian lawyer, was the Australian Sex Discrimination Commissioner for over eight years from 2007 to 2015 and has been a United Nations special rapporteur for Discrimination against Women and Girls since 2017.

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Radek Sali on how he became a pioneer & revolutionist in his field

Tue, 25 Apr 2023 19:51:34 +0000

Radek Sali is the Founder and Executive Chairman of Light Warrior and Wanderlust Head Co, a Founder and Director of Conscious Investment Management, Stratosphere and Anthem.

Radek supports community initiatives as Chairman and Founder of the not-for-profit Lightfolk Foundation, Chairman of Igniting Change and Director at the National Institute of Integrative Medicine, B Team Board member – Australasia, Campaign Cabinet member for La Trobe University.

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Leading one of the AFL's biggest and most successful clubs, Peggy O'Neal AO

Tue, 18 Apr 2023 20:00:00 +0000

Peggy O'Neal AO is Chancellor of RMIT University, Chair of the Commonwealth Games Victoria 2026 Organising Committee, and was previously President of the Richmond Football Club.

Peggy talks about transitioning from America to Australia, ending up in Richmond, and following the Tigers. Then becoming the President of the Tigers and navigating through COVID in 2020 and 2021.

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Mick Doohan has a driving passion to take risks and get ahead

Tue, 11 Apr 2023 20:00:00 +0000

One of Australia's greatest to ever sit atop a motorcycle Mick Doohan. Mick won five consecutive World Championship titles from 1994 to 1998, winning 54 Grand Prix across his career including a record 12 in the 1997 season.

One of Mick's secrets to success is harnessing his passion, and using that to put himself in moments of risk and doubt, knowing it would be the driving force to propel him forward.

It didn't always come off for Doohan, which led to countless and continued learnings from mistakes, but without the burning desire, he never would have climbed on the back of a motorcycle to begin with.

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Tim Jarvis AM on human endeavour, the power of idealism and remembering your “why”

Tue, 04 Apr 2023 20:00:00 +0000

Tim Jarvis AM, an environmental scientist, author, adventurer and public speaker with Masters degrees in environmental science and environmental law.

He stars in a new film, Shackleton - The Greatest Story of Survival where he retraces the steps of Sir Ernest Shackleton.

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Richard Goyder AO on being a decision maker, magic teamwork moments and the importance of leaders who lead

Tue, 28 Mar 2023 19:00:00 +0000

Richard Goyder wears many hats, Chairman of the AFL, Qantas, Woodside Energy, the West Australian Symphony Orchestra, and the Channel 7 Telethon Trust.

Goyder talks through the challenges he has faced over the journey, learning off terrific mentors on his way into the roles he now holds, and the importance of teamwork as part of leadership.

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Australia's greatest ever basketballer Andrew Gaze talks positivity, enthusiasm and leadership

Tue, 21 Mar 2023 19:00:00 +0000

Andrew Gaze reached the greatest heights in the world of basketball. Being on the roster for the San Antonio Spurs in their championship year of 1998, representing Australia at the Olympic Games on 5 occasions, 2000 Olympics flag-bearer, and having a surname that's synonymous with the NBL.

Gazey has an infectious personality, and oozes enthusiasm and passion for everything that he does. You leave a conversation with Gazey feeling better about yourself, and your place in the world.

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Coach of Green Bay, Matt LaFleur talks the pressures and drive to stay at the top of the NFL

Tue, 14 Mar 2023 23:46:00 +0000

Matt LaFleur is the head coach of the Green Bay Packers.

At the age of 43, he holds the heart of the town in his hands every week of the NFL season, the only not-for-profit, member-owned franchise in US sport. The privilege of head coach is not a role that is lost on him.

The pride he has for the Packers, coaching some of the best players in the game, the challenges and pressure that come with being front and centre in one of the biggest sports in the world.

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Dr Kirstin Ferguson AM on modern leadership, empathy and dinosaurs

Tue, 07 Mar 2023 19:00:00 +0000

Dr Kirstin Ferguson AM is an author, columnist & company director. She has been the CEO of a global consulting firm, a senior executive at a leading corporate law firm and spent nearly 10 years as an Officer in the Royal Australian Air Force.

One of Australia’s most prominent voices on leadership, Kirstin has turned her attention to defining the attributes that great leaders need to learn in her new book Head & Heart: The Art of Modern Leadership.

Kirstin speaks to the importance of self-awareness, feedback and empathy in the workplace, in your personal life and even at the dinner table.

Find out more about Kirstin and her new book here: https://www.kirstinferguson.com/

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Michael Voss - Returning to the AFL coaching world

Tue, 28 Feb 2023 22:47:51 +0000

After a decorated playing career, Michael Voss took over the role of coaching the club he won 3 Premierships as a captain at, Brisbane.

Sacked from the role after 109 games in charge, Vossy was given another opportunity to be a senior coach with Carlton. Now in his second season at the helm, he talks through the incredible leadership skills he has learned from being a first-time coach to where he is now.

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Stacey Morlang - Leading with compassion

Tue, 21 Feb 2023 14:00:00 +0000

The conversation today is with the incredible Stacey Morlang. Stacey is a 4 x Australian Lacrosse World Cup Player and 3-time Captain, a Director for Show+Tell, the lifestyle multi-media platform for women, marriage celebrant and mum.

Stacey is passionate about leadership and helping to connect people through care, conversation, and collaboration.

In this conversation Stacey discusses how a “we before me” group mindset has shaped her life as a strong leader. She helps encourage those in her team with compassion and positive reinforcement.

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Mark Bunn - Ancient Wisdom for Modern Health

Tue, 14 Feb 2023 14:00:00 +0000

Mark Bunn wants to create a shift in our thinking about health, happiness, high-performance and higher consciousness.

In this conversation Luke Darcy & Mark Bunn discuss how ancient wisdom can help us with modern health. We learn how the law of Mother Nature, can assist us in leading a happier and healthier way of life.

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Richard Oppy - Dynamic marketing

Tue, 07 Feb 2023 14:00:00 +0000

This week's conversation is with an amazing leader Richard Oppy.

He is the VP of Global Brands at beverage giant, Anheuser-Busch InBev (New York). Richard has climbed the corporate ladder right to the top. He now oversees the branding strategies of some of the world’s most iconic beers like Budweiser, Corona and Stella Artois.

In this conversation we get the behind the scene insights, about the controversial World Cup decision to ban Budweiser from the stadiums and see how Richard and his team took what could’ve been an international marketing disaster, and flipped it into an iconic campaign for the brand.

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Dr Chris Brown - Australia's favourite vet

Tue, 31 Jan 2023 14:00:00 +0000

This week we hear from Australia's favourite vet, Dr Chris Brown. In this episode we learn how integrity and emotional intelligence makes him one of our greatest leaders in the Australian animal welfare space.

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Susan McLean - Protecting Our Kids Online

Tue, 24 Jan 2023 14:00:00 +0000

This weeks conversation is with a truly incredible Australian, Susan McLean. She is Australia’s foremost expert in the area of cyber safety and was a member of Victoria Police for 27 years.

Widely known as the ‘cyber cop’ she was the first Victoria Police Officer appointed to a position involving cyber safety and young people. In 2003 she was the Victoria Police Region Four Youth Officer of the Year. She has also been awarded The National Medal and the Victoria Police Service Medal and 2nd Clasp, and the National Police Medal.

If you're looking to learn more about cyber safety visit: https://www.cybersafetysolutions.com.au/

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6. Greatest leader in your life

Tue, 17 Jan 2023 14:00:00 +0000

Who would be the greatest leader in your life? Who would you most want to collaborate with?

The 44 incredible leaders who have joined Luke Darcy on the Empowering Leaders podcast in 2022 all had such a unique and meaningful insight into how they create and share a vision.

In this special episode, and the sixth in our series throughout the holiday period, hear just a few highlights from the year that was on the Empowering Leaders podcast.

Featured in this episode:

Marcus Bontempelli
Scott Pape
John Aloisi
Luke Beveridge
Lakeisha Patterson
Nicole Gibson
Peter Singer
Mim Bartlett
Paul Little
Jaguar Jonze
Marcus Godinho
Gus Warland

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5. Creating and sharing a vision

Tue, 10 Jan 2023 14:00:00 +0000

What does it mean to create and share a vision? How does that translate into workplace, family or sporting environment?

The 44 incredible leaders who have joined Luke Darcy on the Empowering Leaders podcast in 2022 all had such a unique and meaningful insight into how they create and share a vision. In this special episode, and the fifth in our series throughout the holiday period, hear just a few highlights from the year that was on the Empowering Leaders podcast.

Featuring in this episode:

Benjamin Northey - A Symphony of Curiosity

Major General Simone Wilkie - From the Army to the AFL

John Betrand - Achieving the impossible

Turia Pitt - No excuses

Marcus Godinho - When social impact means more

Dinesh Palipana - The advantage of disability

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4. Communicating with clarity

Tue, 03 Jan 2023 14:00:00 +0000

The 44 incredible leaders who have joined Luke Darcy on the Empowering Leaders podcast in 2022 all had such a unique and meaningful insight into how they communicate with clarity. In this special episode, and the fourth in our series throughout the holiday period, hear just a few highlights from the year that was on the Empowering Leaders podcast.

Featuring in this episode:

Luke Beveridge - Care and compassion

Russel Howcroft - Leading in a creative system

John Aloisi - Delivering under pressure

Peter Singer - Changing the world

Ange Postecoglou - Using pressure to achieve success

Dr Arne Rubenstein - Changing how parents think

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3. Collaboration

Tue, 27 Dec 2022 14:00:00 +0000

Working as a team is a crucial aspect of any business, family or sports team - but what's the best way to do it?

The 44 incredible leaders who have joined Luke Darcy on the Empowering Leaders podcast in 2022 all had such a unique and meaningful insight into how they collaborate with others. In this special episode, and the third in our series throughout the holiday period, hear just a few highlights from the year that was on the Empowering Leaders podcast.

Featuring in this episode:

Mike Dunlap - One of the NBA's great leaders

Lakeisha Patterson - Sheer commitment

Farmer Dave Graham - Saving young lives

Ange Postecoglou - Using pressure to achieve success

Ariarne Titmus - An Olympic Great

Christine Cawsey - Teaching for a purpose, not an ATAR

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2. Positively impacting others

Tue, 20 Dec 2022 14:00:00 +0000

It's one of the most important things you can do as a leader, but how do you actually positively impact others?

The 44 incredible leaders who have joined Luke Darcy on the Empowering Leaders podcast in 2022 all had such a unique and meaningful insight into how they positively impact others. In this special episode, and the fifth in our series throughout the holiday period, hear just a few highlights from the year that was on the Empowering Leaders podcast.

Raelene Castle - Facing scrutiny in the pursuit of success

Chris Judd, Mark Howard & Nathan Brown - Self-awareness in a changing world

Dan Flynn - In pursuit of what's right

Craig Foster - Why sport can save lives

Pat Cummins - A new generation of leaders

Scott Pape - The face of finance in Australia

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1: Self-Leadership

Tue, 13 Dec 2022 21:04:03 +0000

A unique insight into the 44 interviews conducted over 2022 on the Empowering Leaders Podcast.

Join Luke Darcy as he walks us through his highlights and standouts from some of the incredible conversations he's been having throughout the year.

Including Hamish & Andy's Andy Lee, Mike Dunlap from the Milwaukee Buck and Lakeisha Patterson, world record holder.

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Clyde Davenport - The creator of 2XU

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 14:00:00 +0000

How do you go up against giants like Nike and Adidas? What are the business moves that allow you to be successful in one of the most competitive markets in the world?

Clyde Davenport started his business journey in sleepwear, now he's the man behind 2XU, the sportswear brand of choice for athletes across Australia and the world.

Unpack Clyde Davenport's life and work with Luke Darcy, as the two sat down in studio to discuss Clyde's founders journey and where he's heading next.

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Sal Gordon - A different type of education

Tue, 29 Nov 2022 14:00:00 +0000

How is education changing in this modern, ever changing eco-system? Are we diversifying our learning experiences enough, and are we supporting our kids in challenging their way of learning?

Sal Gordon, the Head of Teaching and Learning at the Green School in Bali sits down with Darc for a very special episode of Empowering Leaders.

Recording at the Sukhavati Bali retreat, hear Sal unpack his methods of teaching and how they apply to Western education, and more traditional ways of learning.

https://www.sukhavatibali.com/

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Dr John Tickell - Living a longer life

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 19:42:43 +0000

A remarkable Australian medical doctor who has spent several decades travelling the world, studying health and spreading the knowledge of some of the world’s longest living people.

Hear how Dr John Tickell has gone about his work over the last five decades, and how he's continuing to stay active and help others do the same, as he sits down in studio with host Luke Darcy.

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Lydia Lassila - 5x Olympian

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 14:00:00 +0000

How do you become a champion, whilst taking care of yourself, your family and your future?

Join Luke Darcy, as he talks to one of Australia's great sports people. Lydia has been a mainstay of Australian sport for two decades, and after winning Gold at the 2010 Olympics, became a legend.

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Fergus Watts - CEO of the Reach Foundation

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 14:00:00 +0000

Former AFL footballer turned entrepreneur. The late great Jim Stynes, who was the co-founder of Reach came to Fergus’ school and led a program that had an immense impact on him and led him to pursue a career that would see him do immense good.

Reach is a foundation that helps support over 40,000 kids a year. Their aim is to create generations of confident, self-aware, passionate young people who can shape the world to be a better place.

Unpack it all with Luke Darcy, and hear how Fergus moved through entrepreneurship, after a career in the AFL.

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Ben Northey - A symphony of curiosity

Tue, 01 Nov 2022 14:00:00 +0000

2x ARIA award winner, principal conductor of the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, and the go to collaborator for Nick Cave, Ben Folds and more. Benjamin Northey has spent much of his life striving for musical perfection, but as his journey has grown more and more complex, he's found it's best to not strive for perfection, but to always be asking how he can be better.

Join Luke Darcy as he sits down with Ben in studio to discuss his life of curiosity and his career of collaborating with the likes of Nick Cave, Ben Folds, Archie Roach, Missy Higgins and more.

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Turia Pitt - No excuses

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 14:00:00 +0000

Whilst competing in an ultra-marathon in 2011, a devastating grass-fire changed the life of Turia Pitt forever. Turia suffered full thickness burns to 65 percent of my body, lost seven fingers, had over 200 medical procedures and spent two gruelling years in recovery. But now, over 10 years later, Turia is considered one of Australia's most inspirational people.

Since then, she has has written three best-selling books, coached over 40,000 people, shared a stage with Tony Robbins, competed in the Ironman World Championships, sailed a boat around French Polynesia, and walked the Kokoda Trek.

Turia is in her home studio on the north coast of NSW as she chats to Luke about her incredible achievements, her work during the pandemic and parenting lessons she's recently learned.

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John Bertrand - Achieving the impossible

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 14:00:00 +0000

The 1983 America's Cup has been described as the greatest moment in Australian sporting history, one of the people behind the story is John Bertrand, the skipper and face of the team, John's leadership is unparalleled in the context of sporting achievement.

Unpack it all with Luke Darcy, and understand how John did what he did and what he's now doing post sailing.

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Hunter Johnson - Redefining masculinity

Tue, 11 Oct 2022 14:00:00 +0000

How do you change the lives of over 30,000 young men? What are the messages and lessons you need to express to get through to boys going through a difficult time?

Hunter Johnson, the founder of Man Cave and Stuff joins Luke Darcy for an emphatic conversation about the ups and downs of childhood, the work he's doing with young men across the country and how he's trying to get through the next generation of young adults.

Hunter’s impact is felt in Australia, but also around the world, which has been recognised with awards and grants to support the organisation. The ultimate recognition perhaps, of meeting the Queen, and collaborating with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.

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Ariarne Titmus - An Olympic Great

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 14:00:00 +0000

At the Tokyo Olympics, the nation and the world were gripped by the performance of Australia's next great Olympian. Arnie took on the greatest of all time in Katie Ledecky, and beat her in an event the American had dominated for more than a decade. Now, the Launceston born 22 year old is tackling the next challenge - following it up.

Ariarne is fresh out of the pool for her chat with Luke, and is open about her experiences with post Olympic come down. But, she is determined and decisively confident in her ability to keep pushing and maintaining excellence.

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Mike Dunlap - One of the NBA's great leaders

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 15:00:00 +0000

Assistant coach at the Milwaukee Bucks, former head coach of the Michael Jordan owned Charlotte Hornets and renowned leader in the world of basketball.

Mike Dunlap is one of the NBA's great leaders, and his philosophy is echoed around the league. NBA Hall of Famer George Karl had this to say about Mike: "He's the most intelligent person that has a love for the game of basketball that I've ever been around."

Mike is close with two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo and has unique insight into the work rate of one of the world's great athletes.

Hear Luke Darcy unpack Mike's incredible career, and what he's looking towards in the years to come.

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Dr Jay Bhattacharya - Speaking out for what you believe in

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 15:00:00 +0000

Should there have been more debate when it comes to lockdowns? Is there now enough discussion about the situation? And if not, what can we do to have civil, common sense conversation?

During the Covid-19 Pandemic, Dr Jay Bhattacharya was an opponent of lockdowns and mask mandates. He was a co-author in 2020 of the Great Barrington Declaration, which advocated letting the virus spread in lower-risk groups with the aim of herd immunity with "focused protection" of those most at risk.

Hear him breakdown his philosophy with host Luke Darcy.

For information relating to the Covid-19 Pandemic, visit:

https://www.health.gov.au/health-alerts/covid-19

For information relating to the Covid-19 Vaccine, visit:

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Major General Simone Wilkie - From the Army to the AFL

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 15:00:00 +0000

An AFL Commissioner who spent more than 35 years serving in the Australian Army. How do you pivot from a hostile, combat environment into a corporate, sports focused ecosystem? What are the tangible skills that translate from one situation to the other?

Major General Simone Wilkie retired as a Major General after completing 35 years’ service. She served senior appointments in operations and training, and active service in Cambodia, Iraq and Afghanistan. She was awarded a Bronze Star for her work in Iraq.

Now an AFL Commissioner, Simone sits down with Luke Darcy to talk the challenges of her career, where she sees the AFL moving forward and what she's excited for ahead of the AFLW season and 2023.

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Professor Scott O'Neill - Stopping the spread of Dengue Fever

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 15:00:00 +0000

The extraordinary work that is saving millions of lives every year, and the Australian professor who has been taking on the challenge for the last two decades.

Professor Scott O'Neill is a renowned scientist and founder of the World Mosquito Program. He’s worked at the University of Illinois, Yale University, The University of Queensland and Monash University. He has received awards including the Centenary Medal and Mackerras Medal.

Join host Luke Darcy as he unpacks Scott's work and the way in which he's been able to sustain the effort and consistency it takes to achieve success in this field.

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Farmer Dave Graham - Saving young lives

Tue, 30 Aug 2022 23:27:17 +0000

One of Australia's most inspiring people, a man who is dedicating much of his life to saving kids who have found themselves on the wrong path.

Farmer Dave Graham is the co-founder of RuffTrack - a fully registered charity, Rufftrack takes on young people (12-17 years old) who have disengaged with school and the community to give them skills, education, a sense of self worth and reconnecting them with their community. RuffTrack work closely with Hawkesbury police and the incredible BackTrack Youth Works to make a real change in young people's lives.

Rufftrack are currently striving to build a forever farm, a permanent location to continue their incredible work.

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Dr Arne Rubenstein - Changing how parents think

Tue, 23 Aug 2022 15:00:00 +0000

What are the methods to being a great parent? What can you do to connect with your child? How can parents in 2022 be a leader of compassion?

Dr Arne is the CEO and Founder of the Rites of Passage Institute. He has over 30 years experience as a medical doctor, counsellor, mentor, speaker and workshop facilitator.

Join Luke Darcy in a raw and unfiltered conversation - as he talks to Arne at his 150 acre property in Mullumbimby, and unpacks parenting in the 21st century.

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Roger Gillespie OAM - How to always win in business

Tue, 16 Aug 2022 15:00:00 +0000

Founder of Bakers Delight, the largest chain of bakeries in Australia, New Zealand and Canada.

In this collaborative chat, Roger explains how in business, everyone can win - from the supplier, to the franchisee, to the customer. Even if the environment is competitive, Roger believes business can accomodate winners across the board.

Join host Luke Darcy, a he sits down with Roger in person to unpack the way he operates, and learns what has made him a success and a renowned member of Australia's business community.

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Christine Cawsey - Teaching for a purpose, not an ATAR

Tue, 09 Aug 2022 15:00:00 +0000

Why Australian education needs to re-evaluate, and how assessments can be different for a new age of Australian students.

Christine Cawsey AM is the Principal of Rooty Hill High School in Western Sydney; she has a strong perspective of equity, social justice and has an unparalleled perspective on how Aussie kids are learning.

Unpack Christine's work with host Luke Darcy, as he dives into the world of Aussie education.

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Dr Dinesh Palipana - The advantage of disability

Tue, 02 Aug 2022 15:00:00 +0000

The first quadriplegic medical intern in Queensland and the second person to graduate medical school with quadriplegia in Australia.

Dinesh works in the emergency department at the Gold Coast University Hospital. He is a senior lecturer at the Griffith University and adjunct research fellow at the Menzies Health Institute of Queensland. He is a research fellow at the Jamieson Trauma Institute and is a doctor for the Gold Coast Titans physical disability rugby team.

Unpack Dinesh's incredible journey with host Luke Darcy, as he dives deep into the mentality and the tangible actions Dinesh took to get to where he is today.

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Mim Bartlett - Champion for authentic leadership

Tue, 26 Jul 2022 15:00:00 +0000

How do you challenge your passion? What does it take to have responsibility for your career? And how do you actively build the best version of yourself?

Mim Barlett is an extraordinary community and professional leader. Mim was one of the Australian Financial Review and Westpac 100 Women of Influence, and has been recognised within the consulting industry and across numerous genres of business, economics and finance as one of Australia's great leaders.

Join host Luke Darcy as he unpacks Mim's career, understands the tangible actions she's been taking to impact those around her and what she's aspiring to next.

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Marcus Godinho - When social impact means more

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 15:00:00 +0000

The generosity of helping others, combined with the efficiency and decision making of a high-profile business. FareShare is a charity designed to help those doing it tough, but it's also more than that, it's about providing nutrition, value and meaning to people's lives.

Marcus Godinho is one of FareShare's most impactful people. Stepping into the business early on, and steering from a CEO position, Marcus has been at the forefront of FareShare's growth and excellence across Melbourne's social impact industry.

Luke Darcy sits down with Marcus at FareShare's offices, after having a look around the incredible facilities over in Abbotsford, Melbourne.

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Andrew Cohen - A life of opportunities created

Tue, 12 Jul 2022 16:00:00 +0000

A J.P. Morgan success story, built off the back of losing his job, and hustling to create a new future of success from disappointment.

Andrew Cohen is the Executive Chairman of J.P. Morgan Global Wealth Management. He's a leader in a space which is cut throat, and relentless - but his attitude is often one of care, patience and understanding.

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Ros Kelly - Pioneer of female leadership

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 15:00:00 +0000

One of Australian's great female pioneers, former Australian Federal MP and a true leader for women across Australia for more than 40 years.

How do you act as a pioneer? What are the tangible traits Ros Kelly has that others didn't? And how did she make the people around her better?

Ros Kelly was the first female Labor MP to enter the House of Representatives, and the first MP to give birth whilst serving in office. Acting as part of the Keating and Hawke governments, Ros Kelly has stood at the forefront of Australian leadership and been on the bleeding edge of what it takes to lead from the front.

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Dr Michael Hewitt-Gleeson - The Thinking Teacher (Part 1)

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 15:00:00 +0000

Working with Edward de Bono, advising to the White House and the United Nations, and co-founding the revolutionary ‘School of Thinking’.

Michael Hewitt-Gleeson is extraordinary teacher of life’s business, social and psychological challenges. As the co-founder of The School of Thinking in 1979, Michael has provided more than 80 million people with invaluable advice and expertise.

Unpack it all with host Luke Darcy, and as he unpacks the lessons he learnt working with names like de Bono, and institutions like the United Nations, The White House and The Australian Sports Commission, And understand Michael is doing now to further the growth of the people he talks to, and himself.

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Dr Michael Hewitt-Gleeson - Revolutionising An Industry (Part 2)

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 14:55:00 +0000

How do you revolutionise the art of selling? From managers, to sales team members - what are the pathways to creating a successful sales strategy?

Michael Hewitt-Gleeson helped revolutionise the idea of selling, and provided the pathway for what we now see as common-sense approaches to business and financial systems.

In Part 2 of this extraordinary conversation, Luke Darcy unpacks the practical and tangible systems Michael created and taught, and dives deep into how we can all apply them to our own lives.

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Ange Postecoglou - Using pressure to achieve success

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 15:00:00 +0000

Head Coach of footballing powerhouse Celtic FC, former coach of the Socceroos and celebrated leader in one of the world's most high pressure industries.

How does Ange Postecoglou deal with the pressure and expectation? What are the tactics he employs to make people better? And how did he regain his footing after an unceremonious exit from a high-profile role?

Join host Luke Darcy, as he unpacks the world of European football with one of the world game's top coaches - hear how Ange first arrived at Celtic, what the Scottish Premier League victory meant to him and the club, and how he's observing the success of the Socceroos and Andrew Redmayne from a distance.

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Gus Worland - Saving lives, one mate at a time

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 15:00:00 +0000

Not just one of Australia's most loved media personalities, but truly one of Australia's most compassionate blokes. The founder of Gotcha4Life, and long standing presenter on Triple M and T.V screens across the country, Gus Worland is, first and foremost, a hugger.

After the death of his close friend, Angus, to suicide, Gus was driven to action. In 2016, he hosted a three-part documentary series Man Up, lifting the lid on the relationship between masculinity, social isolation, mental health, and suicide.

It got attention and created awareness - but Gus knew more was needed - action, education, and connection for everyone. So he left his breakfast radio gig. And Gotcha4Life was born.

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Nicole Gibson - Impacting Millions

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 14:00:00 +0000

One of Australia's most inspiring young leaders, a multi-award winning social entrepreneur, and a non-profit founder at just 18.

Nicole Gibson has impacted millions of people world-wide with her models of community development and transformation - but what allows someone to have that type of attitude?

Unpack it all with host Luke Darcy, as he explores Nicole's world, her origin story and her incredible book Love Out Loud.

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Andrew Bassat - Adjusting to modern changes

Tue, 31 May 2022 22:09:08 +0000

Co-founder of Seek.com.au, president of St. Kilda Football Club, and a continued presence across Australia's business world - how does Andrew continue his leadership as technological shifts occur, what makes his leadership style so unique and how did his relationship with his brother help in business?

Unpack it all with host Luke Darcy, as he dives into Andrew's founders story, and explores his role now as a leader at the St. Kilda Football Club.

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Paul Little - Success in business and life

Tue, 24 May 2022 15:00:00 +0000

Is there a common denominator in achieving business success? And how do you apply that to multiple industries and through different generations?

Whilst serving as Chairman of the Essendon Bombers during the drug scandal, what were the lessons learned from a leadership perspective? What could've been done differently, and how do we now look back on that situation?

Paul Little OAM transformed one of the largest businesses in Australia, Toll Holdings, after working a deal to purchase the company in the mid 80s. From there, Paul and The Little Group have played major roles across a number of industry sectors, including real estate, sport, travel and tourism.

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Eddie Jones - Striving to be the greatest of all time

Tue, 17 May 2022 20:00:00 +0000

Head Coach of the England Men's National Rugby Union Team shares how they're striving to be the greatest of all time, how the founder of Uniqlo inspired him, how he's pivoting during his leadership journey and what the 2023 World Cup will mean to him and the nation.

Join Luke Darcy, as he unpacks how Eddie Jones approaches leadership in an evolving environment, and why a 3-month leadership check-in has changed the way he's taught and learned.

Eddie's book, "Leadership: Lessons From My Life In Rugby" offers insight into his incredible methods.

The books Eddie mentioned during the show:

The Art of Possibility by Rosamund Stone Zander, Ben Zander

The Leadership Pin-code by Dr Nashater Deu Solheim

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Shane Delia - Pivoting in a crisis

Tue, 10 May 2022 15:00:00 +0000

How do you evolve your mindset in difficult periods? And how do you build support networks that push you to be better every day?

Shane Delia is one of Australia's most recognisable industry leaders. He's a role model to many, and a leader who takes pride in hard-work, his family, and his physical & mental health. As the Managing Director of Delia Group, Shane combines an extremely diverse skill set with a deep-seeded grounding in hospitality.

The Delia Group was required to pivot during the pandemic, as its headline restaurant Maha was forced to shut. However, as Shane does, he turned a difficult situation into success, and founded the industry flipping Providoor.

Unpack it all with Luke Darcy, as he dives deep into Shane's mindset both at home, in the kitchen and in the boardroom.

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Peter Singer - Changing the world

Tue, 03 May 2022 15:00:00 +0000

The world's most influential living philosopher on the morality of helping others, animal rights and how to make a difference in a world where discussion is often shut down.

Peter Singer is one of the world's greatest living figures. Born and raised in Melbourne, Peter has spent decades studying and broadcasting philosophical mantras that touch on morality and ethics.

He's an extremely practical speaker, and one who goes straight to the heart of what it means to be good, or bad. Unpack it all with host Luke Darcy, and hear how Peter is continuing his work and teaching the next generation of moral philosophers.

Peter's new book, 'The Life You Can Save' is available for free for both readers and listeners at the link below:

https://www.thelifeyoucansave.org.au/the-book/

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Don Winslow - The fight against bigotry and hatred

Tue, 19 Apr 2022 15:00:00 +0000

Diving deep into the world of drugs, murder and cartels, how do you begin the fight against it, whilst still protecting yourself from its toxic, and personally harmful intensity?

Don Winslow is the internationally best-selling author of 'The Cartel Trilogy', and his new book City On Fire tackles crime syndicates in the 1980s and 1990s.

Don is a key figure in campaigns against the Trump administration - he helped commission videos that have been downloaded 250 million times, and worked collaboratively with Bruce Springsteen.

They can be found at Don's Twitter:

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Russel Howcroft - Leading in a creative system

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 15:00:00 +0000

How do you approach managing creative people? What are the key points to remember when building environments to help people thrive?

Russel Howcroft is one of Australia's most well-known media personalities. A juggernaut of global advertising, Russ has expanded his reach from the corporate advertising sector in UK, to television in Australia and now one of the country's most loved radio shows on 3AW.

Unpack it all with host Luke Darcy, as he dives deep into Russel's incredible career, his love for the Melbourne Demons and Max Gawn and how he's looking at Aussie schools as the next great creative challenge.

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Raelene Castle - Facing scrutiny in pursuit of success

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 15:00:00 +0000

The former CEO of Rugby Australia unpacks how you stay composed and balanced under the most extreme pressure, and offers insight into why having a team of close advisors is so important.

Now head of Sport New Zealand, Raelene Castle has had one of Oceania's most meaningful corporate careers. As the CEO of the Canterbury Bulldogs, Raelene successfully manoeuvred through a world not always accepting of female leadership, before taking on the immense challenge of uplifting the struggling code of Rugby Union in Australia.

With the challenges she faced, and the means in which she overcame them, Luke Darcy unpacks what is next for Raelene and her team at Sport New Zealand.

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Geoff Harris - Positively impacting others

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 14:00:00 +0000

Where does the drive to help those less fortunate come from? What are the inbuilt qualities that makes someone so consistently good at positively impacting others?

Co-founder of global business success story Flight Centre, Geoff Harris has lived a life of extraordinary success.

Understand this incredible story with host Luke Darcy, unpack all of Geoff's incredible work, and hear what he's planning next.

20 Leadership Tips from Geoff Harris

1. Clearly communicate rights and responsibilities to your team

Discipline, standards, performance, values, punctuality and teamwork. People crave this.

2. Total information sharing

Communicate everything. Tell it how it is! Give them the brutal facts (even if they involve you).

3. Avoiding confronting people who need to be confronted

You must coach, mentor, council and administer tough love when needed

4. Be totally accessible and available to all staff

Keep your antennae constantly massaged by walking around and talking to your people.

5. Manage your time

Spend equal time on strategy (the creative) and execution (the practical) and communicate endlessly to all staff. Keep messaging as simple as possible!

6. Don’t Be Complacent

Constantly challenge your existing model and strategies, lead a culture of innovation and constant change to keep moving forward. Demand an innovation culture! Constantly swim against the stream and not simply replicate what others are doing.

7. Staff are your greatest asset – bullshit!

Only the RIGHT staff, in the RIGHT roles are your greatest asset. Poor performing staff or staff in the WRONG roles are your biggest liabilities. Aces in places! Hire on positive attitude, cultural fit, teamwork, determination to succeed.

8. Mandela’s Leadership Legacy

Take on your base when needed. Leaders Courage to change conventional wisdom

9. Leaders must radiate optimism, enthusiasm and can-do spirit

It must be part of your DNA and part of organisations culture. Staff are watching when you don’t realise they are watching!

10. Leaders must raise the bar and lift expectations

Challenge your people and expect them to achieve.

11. Set a clear and compelling vision sell it constantly,

Hold people to account in achieving this vision. Give them the tools and recourses to achieve it and celebrate when attained!

12. Set 12 month and three-year goals

And set them for your personal, family and professional life. Share your goals and create timelines. Have your people do the same. Review constantly with team.

13. Balance family, work and community responsibilities.

We all have only 168 hours per week. Have your goals sorted and balance family, work and community responsibilities.

14. Project a resilient and persistent persona

As well as a strong sense of self-worth! As a leader you MUST radiate these qualities.

15. Leave egos at the door

Australian character is built on an egalitarian ethos. Earn respect because of actions not title, age or rank. And don’t blame others if outcomes go off track – ask yourself (and your team), what are you going to do about it?

16. Find ways to prevail

Try unconventional strategies (within the rules) if conventional strategies are not working. If everyone is going left, how do we go right, and outflank opposition?

17. Focus equally on what not to do, as well as what to do

Identify inefficiencies, excessive layers, outdated systems and roadblocks that overcome and prevent positive outcomes.

18. Leaders are readers

Seek out new ideas by reading of other successful people and organisations. Find a mentor and have an enquiring mind.

19. Determine what you want your legacy to be

What sort of organisation do you want to leave behind? What is your succession plan?

20. Have fun!

Be proud of your organisation, your town, your country, and enjoy the journey and the things that success brings.

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Jaguar Jonze - Fighting against a toxic industry

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 14:00:00 +0000

In an industry built to protect those in power, and keep voices silent, how do you ensure your advocacy for what is right, doesn't come at the cost of your own identity?

Deena Lynch (Jaguar Jonze) is one of Australian music's most powerful voices. In 2019, Jonze was one of the first survivors to speak out about their experience of sexual abuse within the Australian music industry. Her bravery, strength and power encouraged others to do the same, and was the catalyst for a movement that swept through Australian music.

Jaguar joins host Luke Darcy from a rainy Brisbane to chat the impact her advocacy had on the industry, how she's handling the pressure of being a leader, and what's next on her creative bucket list.

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Who Died and Made You King? - Jaguar Jonze

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Dan Flynn - In pursuit of what's right

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 14:00:00 +0000

The co-founder of ThankYou unpacks how the fight for good isn't about a moral crusade, and how he went from a 19-year old uni student to a game changing global business leader.

Justine and Daniel Flynn founded ThankYou in 2008 with the goal of ending global poverty. Their plan? Turn the tables on global consumerism and shift the world's ethical focus.

In 2022, ThankYou is one of the world's largest brands, and the catalyst for a global movement that transcends brand identity and hones in on tangible issues affecting millions of people.

Dan is in Queensland as he sat down with Luke Darcy to discuss the company's story, and unpack more about why Daniel felt the need to fight the good fight.

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Lakeisha Patterson - Sheer commitment

Tue, 08 Mar 2022 14:00:00 +0000

Paralympic champion, world record holder and an inspiration for a movement of young Australian athletes.

Lucky Patterson has built a mindset of great resilience, gratefulness and positivity, despite life presenting her with extraordinary challenges. Join Luke Darcy, as he sits down with Lucky to discuss these challenges, and understand what tangible steps she took on her journey to success.

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Janine Allis - Holding yourself accountable

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 14:00:00 +0000

How did the founder of Boost Juice begin her industry defining journey? What are the tangible moments along the way that allowed her to change the game?

After leaving high-school at just 16, Janine Allis' meteoric rise to the top of corporate Australia is unparalleled. But what did it take then, and how is she approaching new challenges now?

Fresh out of the water, Janine chats with host Luke Darcy about work life balance, not feeling guilty as a parent, and how she's seeing her healthy habits affect the mindsets of her kids.

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Luke Beveridge - Care and compassion

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 14:00:00 +0000

In a traditionally alpha-male dominated industry, how do you lead with care, compassion and empathy? And how do you maintain intensity, whilst being sensitive to the needs of your people?

Luke Beveridge is the man behind one of Australia's most extraordinary sporting stories. When the Western Bulldogs won the 2016 AFL Premiership, the common denominator was undeniably Bevo. But where did Luke Beveridge's incredible attitude come from? Unpack it all with host Luke Darcy - 2016, Bevo's time with the Australian Tax Office, and his incredible achievements with St Bedes.

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John Aloisi - Delivering under pressure

Tue, 15 Feb 2022 14:00:00 +0000

Qualifying for the 2006 World Cup was a make or break moment for Australian football. For John Aloisi though, with the work he'd put in as a leader for the golden-era of Australian men's soccer, this was a moment he was ready for.

How did John approach that moment, and how does he learn from it as he now steps off the pitch as coach of the A-League Men's newest club, Western United.

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Scott Pape - The face of finance in Australia

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 14:00:00 +0000

How did The Barefoot Investor go from being a humble country boy, to the face of finance in Australia? And how do you stay true to your self after such life changing success?

Scott Pape is the author of record breaking books 'The Barefoot Investor', and 'The Barefoot Investor For Families'. With millions of copies sold across the country, he is Australia's most recognisable financial expert. But as he says to host Luke Darcy, as successful as he's been, Scott chose to make his newsletter free to all, as well as the humble path of becoming a financial counsellor, where he helps those in financial need.

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Marcus Bontempelli - Defying all expectations

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 14:00:00 +0000

How did winning the 2016 AFL Premiership define his captaincy? What advice did Luke Beveridge offer him off the field, and how did The Bont overcome doubts about his ability to play the game?

In 2013, Marcus Bontempelli was the number four pick for a struggling Western Bulldogs side. At just 18 years of age, The Bont was hailed as a future star of the game and a pivotal figure for the club.

Three years later, with all that weight and expectation, Marcus Bontempelli and the Bulldogs stunned the AFL by winning the 2016 premiership.

Unpack it all with Luke Darcy, and understand what Marcus did along the way to exceed those high expectations, and what are the tangible actions he’s now taking as the captain of the Western Bulldogs to lead the club to success?

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Dr Brian McNamee - Industry defining leadership

Tue, 14 Dec 2021 14:00:00 +0000

How do you take a business valued at next to nothing, and turn it into a global powerhouse? What are the tangible traits that make one leader different from another?

For over 20 years, Dr Brian McNamee was the CEO of Commonwealth Serum Laboratories. In 1999, it was a small government owned business valued at little more than its buildings. Incredibly, under Brian’s leadership, it has been transformed into Australia’s biggest company - with over 25,000 employees in more than 35 countries.

As Australia’s largest vaccine manufacturer, CSL’s impact and Brian’s voice are important now more than ever.

Regarded by many as an outlier in corporate Australia for his unique thinking, Dr McNamee is still at the head of CSL’s decision making, and continues to be a leader in one of the world’s most important industries.

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Trent Robinson - To serve is to lead

Tue, 07 Dec 2021 14:00:00 +0000

In unheard 2013 NRL Premiership reflections, the Sydney Roosters' legendary coach steps through the importance of being humble in an already established environment, and what it took to shift philosophies and make an impact in a fiercely competitive environment.

Luke Darcy chats with Trent about his time in France, reflections on joining the NRL as a rookie coach, the philosophy of being a servant to the players, and how Cooper Cronk's incredible Grand-Final bravery inspired him and the staff.

Incredibly, in his first season in the NRL, Trent Robinson guided the East-Sydney side to a premiership. The squad had a core of superstars like Sonny Bill Williams, Anthony Minichiello, and James Maloney, but it was a team philosophy that was recognised as being so pivotal. Trent and the Roosters won premierships in 2018 and 2019, the first club to win back-to-back flags since 1992.

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Chris Judd, Mark Howard & Nathan Brown - Self-awareness in a changing world

Tue, 30 Nov 2021 14:00:00 +0000

Triple M's The Friday Huddle changes tone, and the banter takes a back-seat, giving the boys a chance to have a raw and vulnerable conversation about where they draw the line while on-air, their responsibilities as broadcasters, the need for self-awareness in a changing world, and what parenting has done to change the way they approach life.

The Friday Huddle brought together AFL legend Chris Judd, The Howie Games' Mark Howard, AFL 200+ gamer Nathan Brown and Bulldog's great Luke Darcy to broadcast Australian Rules Football to millions of Australians. With its style, the show often treaded the line, pushed the boundaries and took the gloss off of traditional broadcasting.

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Craig Foster - Why sport can save lives

Mon, 22 Nov 2021 14:00:00 +0000

Imprisoned and being tortured, footballer Hakeem al-Araibi was at the mercy of the Bahraini government. But after former Socceroo Craig Foster led a national campaign that involved foreign ministers, Thai prisons and the heads of FIFA, Hakeem was set free.

In freeing Hakeem though, Craig put himself, his reputation and his family at risk. Luke Darcy aims to explore that situation, analyse how Craig made that call, and understand what it meant to balance the life of Hakeem, with the safety of his own family.

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Andy Lee - Remembering to laugh

Tue, 16 Nov 2021 14:00:00 +0000

How do you keep smiling, laughing and enjoying time with mates, when life and work merge into one?

One half of Australia's most successful comedic duo, 'Hamish & Andy', author of best selling children's books, and an ever present figure in Australian media, Andy Lee has been at the bleeding edge of entertainment in Australia. But how does he keep things fresh for himself, and be a leader in a world determined to push creative boundaries?

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Prof. Pat McGorry - Leading for the voiceless

Tue, 09 Nov 2021 14:00:00 +0000

How do you break the status quo, and be unrelenting in your pursuit for what's right?

Professor Pat McGorry is a psychiatrist known world-wide for his development and advocacy in youth mental health services. In an environment which wasn’t always accepting of his passion, Pat talks to Luke Darcy about fighting for what was right, and how he led the way in saving millions of young Australian lives.

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Rob Sitch - Collaborating in the creative world

Tue, 02 Nov 2021 13:00:00 +0000

What do you do if you've spent your life studying for something you don't want to do?And how do you transition from one path to another? Luke Darcy chats with film maker, comedian and creator of Working Dog Productions Rob Sitch, about how he leads an entire film crew on set, failing for the first time and the 'no dickhead rule'.

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Janey Martino - Mental heath, purpose and risk

Tue, 26 Oct 2021 13:00:00 +0000

How do you learn to trust yourself to make the right calls and know that the path you are taking is the right one? Luke Darcy sits down with the Founder of Smiling Mind – Janey Martino, to talk about how she connected meditation and technology, how to navigate through the tough moments in business and fostering a great culture at work and at home.

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Linzi Boyd - How to make a difference

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 13:00:00 +0000

How do you make a decision early in your life of where you want to be, and how do you follow that passion? Luke Darcy chats with the founder of One Earth, Linzi Boyd, about adapting your passions even amidst a pandemic, finding your purpose in wanting to make a difference and a new platform that creates an entirely new form of collaboration.

https://one-earth.global/

https://linziboyd.com/

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John Worsfold - Leaving a legacy

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 19:52:00 +0000

How do you leave a legacy, and what do you impart on those around you so they you can continuously have a positive impact for years to come? Luke Darcy chats with AFL legend John Worsfold, to discuss preparing someone for succession, creating discipline so that those around you ask the right questions and having trust in yourself to stand up to whatever comes your way.

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Steve Biddulph - Leading as a parent

Tue, 05 Oct 2021 13:00:00 +0000

Being a leader to your children is one of the most important things we can do in life, but how do we maintain self awareness about we're teaching them and how can we make sure we never miss opportunities to connect. Luke Darcy chats with Author and Psychologist, Steve Biddulph, about the values we impart on our children, masculinity and what it looks like now and the difference between backbone and heart.

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Laura Henshaw - Leading in a digital age

Tue, 28 Sep 2021 14:00:00 +0000

Laura Henshaw is a dynamo in the business world, the CEO of Keep It Cleaner has built her successful wellness organisation using the building blocks of social media and past experiences. Luke Darcy chats with Laura about what fuels her desire to help others, the benefits and dangers of social media, and how her naivety exploring the business world was actually a good thing.

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Pat Cummins - A new generation of leaders

Tue, 21 Sep 2021 14:00:00 +0000

Do you know how to positively impact your colleagues or team mates when you spend a lot of time together? Australian Men's Cricket Captain and fast baller Pat Cummins chats with Luke Darcy about how he keeps a work-life balance as a travelling elite sportsman, the new young leadership group and the pros and cons of social media.

Pat's book recommendation: Awareness, Anthony De Mello.

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Brian Hartzer - Leading through adversity

Tue, 14 Sep 2021 14:00:00 +0000

How do you handle yourself during great adversity? Brian Hartzer had to rebuild himself and start a new chapter after stepping down as CEO of Westpac. In releasing his new book The Leadership Star, Brian talks with Luke Darcy about having a clear sense of purpose, how he stayed calm during the Westpac scandal and how you can’t fake authenticity

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Brian Goorjian - Leading an Olympic team

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 14:00:00 +0000

On the back of an amazing bronze medal win for Australian Basketball at the Olympics, Australian Coach Brian Goorjian sits down with Luke Darcy to discuss how he positively impacts his environment by listening to his players and coaches, how sharing and community are important to him and gives an insight into Patty Mills’ great leadership style as captain.

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Craig Ellis - Building something from nothing

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 14:00:00 +0000

Before founding one of the most successful global bikini brands Traingl, Craig Ellis was a humble footy player, a great mate of Lukes and an absolute risk taker who learned from experiences. That attitude led him to selling everything he owned, moving to Hong Kong and working hard to build a new brand. Craig talks with Luke Darcy about how to find what you're passionate about and then following it, how to build your own unique brand and how the best thing his parents had given him was curiosity.

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Lord Mayor Sally Capp - Being comfortable with being vulnerable

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 14:00:00 +0000

As the Lord Mayor of Melbourne, leadership is something that Sally Capp does on a daily basis. But what does it take to make a great leader? Lord Mayor Sally Capp sits down with Luke Darcy and talks about being comfortable with being vulnerable, the importance of valuing input from others as she tells a story of a time when she was shut down for speaking out and opens up about embracing your failures.

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Kylie Watson-Wheeler - Culture within Disney Australia

Wed, 18 Aug 2021 06:00:00 +0000

How do you create a positive working environment and a culture that encourages growth and diversity of thinking in one of the worlds most respected media companies - Disney. Luke Darcy is joined by Kylie-Watson-Wheeler, the Senior Vice President & Managing Director of Disney Australia to talk about Walt Disney's legacy, how to be the right mentor and empower your staff with developing confidence.

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Justin Langer - Leadership on and off the field

Wed, 18 Aug 2021 06:00:00 +0000

What does it take the lead the Australian Cricket team and how do you improve on the way you've been coached in the past? Luke Darcy is joined by legendary cricketer and Australian Coach, Justin Langer, to talk about what it's like leading an elite sporting team full of different personalities, what is was like filming The Test and how he takes his leadership off the field.

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Matt Wadewitz - Building a new style of leadership

Wed, 18 Aug 2021 06:00:00 +0000

What does it take to be a great leader? Luke Darcy is joined by his great friend and co-creator of the Aleda Collective, Matt Wadewitz, to discuss the beginning of a new collaborative forum that is taking the old style of hierarchy leadership and building a new way where everyone has a voice. Hear the amazing work that Aleda has already begun, the fantastic names attached to the project and what it takes to empower not just yourself, but others around you.

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Empowering Leaders - Trailer

Tue, 03 Aug 2021 05:34:00 +0000

In this series, we’ll unpack learnings and life lessons from people who are game changers in their chosen field, whether it’s sports, art, business or education.

We’ll break down the fundamentals of growing new style of leadership, such as collaboration, integrity and innovation, through the stories of these iconic leaders.

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