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Explore Your CoreExplore Your CoreDefying CategoriesOn episode 85 of the Explore Your Core Podcast I am joined with film maker, adventurer and ultra runner Benny Plunkett. Benny has had a plethora of experiences that have shaped him- from hitchiking across Australia to attempting to run 15 peaks in a day, it’s an episode filled with insight. Halfway through Benny’s Uni degree he decided to leave for Canada, when we returned months later, he didn’t see himself in the work he was previously doing. He looked elsewhere and discovered an avenue that would lead him into the guiding world. We talk about the ch...2025-06-2342 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreAnge MalyshevaOn episode 84 of the Explore Your Core Podcast, I am joined by Ange Malysheva, a climbing instructor and guide from the Blue Mountains. Ange’s passion for the mountains and rocks seeps into every part of her life and she is not only pushing her boundaries in the climbing space but also bringing women’s empowerment into the space with an initiative called RAWQ that helps build skill, knowledge and confidence. Her connection to climbing started in her 20’s when she felt like something had been missing. She first got into hiking, and while travelling and couch surfin...2025-06-101h 05Explore Your CoreExplore Your CorePaula ReidOn Episode 83 of the Explore Your Core Podcast I am joined with Adventure Psychologist Paula Reid from the UK. Paula Reid lives by the motto “living life to the full” and what she has accomplsihed and her attitude towards life show she has truly embraced that motto. Paula has skiied 1000km from the coast of Antarctica to the south pole, a journey hauling an 80kg sled over 46 days. She has also sailed around the world in the worlds toughest Yacht race and cycled across 17 countries. On the podcast, we talk about her recent trip volunteering in Ukraine and...2025-03-2454 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreBohieOn this episode of the Explore Your Core Podcast, I am joined with Bohie. Bohie isn’t just an artist- she is a change maker, a pioneer, and shaping how we see the world. Growing up in Braidwood, NSW, she studied drawing and printmaking, and what underpins many of the works she does across the diverse mediums she uses is story. Her fascination with stories led her to get a camera and roam the streets during her gap year, keeping a sketchbook with her while she travelled, capturing moments through drawings and quotes from hostels. She began to find he...2025-02-2859 minFuture HistoryFuture History#41 - Elise Marcianti - Dare to be CuriousElise Marcianti is a visual artist, podcaster, and ultra-adventurer whose journey has been shaped by curiosity, resilience and the pursuit of awe. Having overcome an eating disorder, she has developed a deep understanding of fear, endurance, and self-discovery, using both art and adventure as tools for healing and exploration.On this episode, Elise shares how recovering from an eating disorder reshaped her mindset, how she reframes fear as a tool for growth, why curiosity fuels both her art and adventures, how she builds a healthy relationship with uncertainty, why visualisation is one of the most powerful mental...2025-02-261h 20Explore Your CoreExplore Your CoreGianni ValentiWhat’s sitting on the other side of fear’-Tim Ferris On epsiode 81 of the Explore Your Core Podcast I chat with Gianni Valenti, a friend of mine who I’ve spent countless hours on the phone with over the years and who has been there as we navigate our own way through the unknown and fear. I wanted to chat to him about his journey and what gave him the courage to change the direction he was going in, how he deals with the uncertainty and his mindset and approach to these situat...2025-02-1650 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreCam BostokI begun the new year and the first episode back with an episode on how powerful it is to be in the outdoors and wanted to talk to someone who has allowed the outdoors to change their perspective and way of life. I’m joined with thru hiker Cam Bostok who recently spent 26 days hiking the the Australian Alps Track. This wasn’t a one off for him, he’s also thru hiked the Pacific Crest Trail, Te Araroa and so many more. On the podcast we talk about his mindset, experiences and life on the trails, the po...2025-02-0348 minIN TOO DEEPIN TOO DEEP193 - ELISE MARCIANTIElise Marcianti is an artist and host of the podcast Explore your core, but she is also full time adventurer. She is an endurance runner, slackliner, rock climber, cyclist, pretty much any physical activity spent in nature is how she lives her life. She recent had a short documentary film made about her called The Curious Path which can be found on YouTube and well worth a watch. The Curious Path Documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eMguwP4CG6E Instagram: @elisemarcianti @exploreyourcore_ Explore Your Core Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6x9lZNea7CvHTG9YZmqB2H?si=36916de23...2024-11-251h 09Explore Your CoreExplore Your CoreZac HoffmanOn this weeks episode I spoke to Zac Hoffman- a former national mogul skier for Canada and now film maker at The Grove Films who worked alongside Gordie Rogers and Casey Dubois to produce the short film “Reflection” with Tori Wood from a previous episode here. As an athlete, Zac wanted to show some of the realness behind an athletes experience, especially as he had felt in his athletic career he had to put up a front of bravery as he thought that was expected of him. Zac’s films follow the journey of climbers, riders...2024-07-2847 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreInnSæiIn this episode I am joined with Hrund Gunnsteinsdottir who is an Icelandic author, speaker, sustainability leader and film maker of InnSæiI came across Hrund and her work 6 years ago after watching the documentary InnSaei. It changed the course I was on, it was the first time I had heard the words for something I had been feeling and seen the science behind something that sounded so intangible- intuition. I watched it at a time where I was beggining to understand more about consciousness, nature and what goes beyond the physical.Hrund spoke about how she came across th...2024-07-2035 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreTerra RoamsOn Episode 74 of the Explore Your Core Podcast I am joined by record holder Terra Roams who was the first female to walk solo and unsupported around Australia. That wasn’t a one off out of the blue feat for her, rather it was an ode to who she is- a wanderer. A woman who has spent her journeys exploring, soaking in different cultures, surroundings and adventures that challenge herself. In a Red Bull article they described her as “one of the most interesting people we’ve ever talked to”.In this episode she speaks about her upbringing and the infl...2024-07-0840 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreAshlee ThomasChosing You, Episode 75 on the Explore Your Core Podcast. This epsiode was deep, raw and powerful. It is also flagged with a trigger warning. I was joined by Ashlee Thomas, who with her Mother started a podcast and charity called The Secret Burden and spoke on 60 minutes to share her experience and start the conversation to help with early prevention of eating disorders. We spoke about her journey, how social media and comparison contributed to it and how big of a healing journey that came after she decided she wanted to recover. Like myself, we discovered getting back to...2024-06-3033 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreSalty JocksI met up and went for a sail with James and his two daughters in ‘Salty Jocks’ while I was in Darwin after first chatting with him on the podcast a year ago (episode above). I couldn’t help but reach out to have a chat, living on a boat with two kids isn’t something you see everyday nor is going for runs with them in a wheelbarrow.On the podcast we spoke about discovering an alternative path to life and finding solutions when things aren’t working out in life. A few years ago James...2024-06-1949 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreOn the highwayThe alarms buzzes, it’s 3:40am. I gather our things together, make breakfast, fill his water and head out to the start line- to where he finished the 84km run the day before, marked by spray paint on the side of the road with his initials SB, a timestamp of where his feet have taken him. It’s another day on the road for his world record run around Australia running 14,000kms for Make a Wish. Sean’s whole focus was running, so crewing involved everything needed to make that possible- from prepping food and hydration, getting his ge...2024-06-0223 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreVoicelessI am joined by Jan Clarke, the founder of Door 2- an eating disorder organisation that offers an insider perspective. She had a conversation with me to discuss my mental health journey and discuss why traditional treatment didn’t work for me. We talk about how it left be voiceless and stripped away the ability to feel heard and feel connected, both which have been key to my recovery. I share my experience with Family Based Therapy (which is where the parents become responsible for refeeding and weight restoring the individual) which was a treatment method given once I wa...2024-05-2656 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreGlen- The art to exploreToday I am joined with Glen Murray- a photographer and videographer for Korupt vision where he follows some of the best triathletes in the world, capturing the pain and joys of this endurance sport and showcasing some of the beauty found in the ocean, roads and trails. He’s also the co-founder of Atohi, a triathlon apparel that understands the art to explore. I’ve jumped onboard as an ambassador and had a chat to find out the story behind Atohi, his perspective behind the scenes capturing photos and what it’s like being in the world of endurance. I...2024-05-0548 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreThe power of habits- Dr Gina CleoFor this episode I am joined with habit researcher, author and speaker Dr Gina Cleo. After reading her book The Habit Revolution and knowing from my own experience both the struggles and power of habits, I was so excited to able to have a deep dive into our behaviour and habits and break down some of the myths around motivation- about how it can lead to failed diets and a bad relationship with food and our bodies. Habits- they aren’t a quick fix, nor are they a one off thing, they are the result of being consistent over a...2024-04-2049 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreStory- Ali HillI spoke with Ali Hill- a proud mother who’s curiosity has led her to understanding why we do what we do through psychology. She’s also a speaker, podcast host, author of Stand Out and co-author of best selling book Dealing with the Tough Stuff . We talk about the power of story and how that enables us to connect with others see a glimpse into their world. We also talk about how story telling is a two way process and can be powerful for the teller and the listener. You can find her on socials here and through her...2024-04-1633 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreComparison and Compassion- Tori WoodIdentity, injury and igniting the passion for life with Tori Wood. I first came across Tori Wood who’s an elite mountainbiker in Squarmish through a short film “Reflection” that looked at her jounrey coming from a competitive gymnastic background that left her struggling with her mental helth, unfortunatly a narrative that is too common. She traded her late nights partying for mountain biking and excelled. She changed her perspective around competition to find a healthy way to nagigate it and has since become a counsellor helping others with a sports focused an integrative approach. We spoke about identity and th...2024-04-0833 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreDr Casey Delmara- Part 2I’mjoined with author, speaker and educator Dr Casey Delmara for part two of this epiode on resilience, post traumatic growth. Follow the Explore Your Core podcast to keep up date with the latest epsiodes and guests.You can find more of her works and Into The Wild Quests here. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit elisemarcianti.substack.com2024-03-2928 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreSurvival to thrival mode | Dr Casey DelmaraI’m joined by author, speaker and founder of Into The Wild Quests Dr Casey Delmara. We talk about shifting out of survival mode and some of the tools and practices that can help as well as the importance of intuition to help you know what you need instead of what you’re told that you need. @intothewildquests This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit elisemarcianti.substack.com2024-03-2048 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreTailor to you | Stacie FanelliIn this episode I'm joined with Stacie Fanelli from over in California who's a clinical social worker working in the intersection between eating disorders and neurodiversity. Through both our lived experience we talk about the importance of treatments, recovery and life that is most aligned with the individual, people pleasing, and paving your own path This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit elisemarcianti.substack.com2024-03-0949 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreRugged Flexibility | Jesse BiceI am joined with returning guest Jesse Bice from Inside Lane. As a performance and mindset coach we looked into the mindset I went through while on the Moving For The Mind journey discussing rugged flexibility, solitude, the need for connection and the need for experiences that change you. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit elisemarcianti.substack.com2024-02-182h 03Explore Your CoreExplore Your CoreAn alternative way | James BroughamI am joined with James Brougham over from Perth. 2 years ago James packed up his life and moved into his yacht Salty Jocks sailing with his two girls from Fremantle up the coast, he’s also completed some insane runs and some incredible things outside the norm. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit elisemarcianti.substack.com2024-02-1249 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreInside perspective | IssyTW: Talk of Self harmI am joined Issy who mentor for Door 2 providing insights for eating disorder to help educate carers and who is also an elite pole dancer. We have a very real and honest conversation taking an inside perspective of mental health some of the battles that go on and the journey to finding balance. We talk about having healthy boundaries and the power of movement and creativity for healing. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit elisemarcianti.substack...2024-01-0834 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreThe courage to speak up | Craig HamiltonIn this episode I am joined by former ABC broadcaster Craig Hamilton who after his mental health journey has become a key speaker and author and has recently released a documentary on his story “The Promise”. We speak about the courage of speaking up about mental health particularly for men and men in sport. We also chat about having a mental toolbox and gratitude as a daily practice to maintain good mental health. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit elisemarcianti.substack.com2023-12-0533 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreEmbracing the journey | Liv RobinsonIn this episode I am joined by return guest Liv Robinson who is also an artist and podcast host. We talk about the benefits of being in nature and doing things that’s challenge us. We also talk about the upcoming journey I’m about to embark on- Moving For The Mind. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit elisemarcianti.substack.com2023-12-0539 minInto the Wee Hours PodcastInto the Wee Hours PodcastElise Marcianti - Bright based adventurer on her upcoming Moving for the Mind 300KM trek and trail running project fundraising for Eating Disorders Families AustraliaEpisode 44 is here!  We speak to bubbly, super adventurous Bright based adventurer, Elise Marcianti just a couple of weeks out from her huge 300KM multiday self-propelled mission through the Australian Alpine region.  Elise chats to us about this upcoming adventure, running an ultramarathon to the highest point of Australia - Mt Kosciuszko, before hiking 250KM solo along the Australian Alps walking track back to Bright. We hear about her planning; her hopes for the journey and her "why' for undertaking such a big challenge.  Elise also shares with us her mission to fundraise alo...2023-11-2653 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreZenith Virago | living well, dying wellIn this episode I am joined by Zenith Virago a TEDx speaker and pioneer in her field. She’s a death walker, celebrant and educator and we talk about some topics not often spoken about around dying, grieving and perspectives of life This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit elisemarcianti.substack.com2023-11-1933 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreOur Nature to be in Nature | Milly YoungI am joined by Milly Young who is an avid climber, runner and is an environmental engineer. Shes also the host of a podcast called Breaking Trails and an absolute powerhouse to show a glimpse of that in 2021 Milly completed a 44 and a half hour, 180 km journey through remote and muddy tracks in Tassie. Follow along her journey @mil_young and her podcast @breakingtrail_. A blog diving deeper from this conversation is on my website www.exploreyourcore.org This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus...2023-11-0624 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreCompassion | Sophie SpencerIn this episode I am joined by Sophie Spencer who captures moments of female empowerment through photography. We talk about the hard balance with art as business and keeping art as a way of being. We also chat about the need to be compassionate to ourselves and others and that usually people do have good intentions and are doing the best they can. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit elisemarcianti.substack.com2023-10-2331 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreDo it for yourself | Sarah PendergrassI am joined with Sarah Pendergrass, an adventurer, writer, illustrator and podcaster who just completed a 700km run across the length of Scotland. We talk about the journey that led to doing this journey as well as what it means to do something for yourself- to live a lifestyle fitting for you, to do things without feeling selfish and for doing things just for yourself. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit elisemarcianti.substack.com2023-10-0628 minCall to AdventureCall to Adventure#45 - The Little Adventurer Living Dangerously with Elise MarciantiWe had the honour of sitting down with the cute but DANGEROUS Elise Marcianti. Elise suffered from anorexia at a younger age and had to overcome some serious challenges in her life. Fast forward to now she is an advocate for overcoming the disorder and regaining complete control of your life. Listen in as opens up about the past and what it took to become herself again and NOW she is set to break what can only be a world record in the hiking industry. Follow The Journey: @Elisemarcianti @Antonieng @Theconsioustradie2023-08-311h 03Explore Your CoreExplore Your CoreGoing the distance | Bailey SeamerI’m joined with Bailey Seamer who has just completed the huge 5500km, 14 month hiking journey up the East Coast for mental health. We talk about her long journey with Bipolar and how her walk came to be as well as some of the challenges faced along the way @wandering_minds_walk This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit elisemarcianti.substack.com2023-08-2134 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreMindful Ambition | Inside LaneToday I am joined with Jesse, performance coach from Inside Lane where we talk about mindset, goals and ambition. About how having an experimental mindset can change a failure to learning and can foster curiosity. We also talk about how you can treat being uncomfortable like it’s a muscle- to start small and through repetition slowly build it up. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit elisemarcianti.substack.com2023-08-0635 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreSeggy | The ProcessI’m joined with Seggy who is currently walking the most South, East, North and West points of Australia. He’s tucked himself in the corners of the servo eating cereal from a coffee cup and I sat in my car on the side of the road to make this call happen. It’s an incredible conversation about the process, life on the move- the high and lows that come with that and the insights he’s had into the lives of others he’s met on this journey. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss...2023-07-3147 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreHonouring the past self | SavannahI am joined by Savannah, recording from a yoga village were we got together to talk about the journey it took for her to end up here and how important it is to show up for yourself in recovery even when people cant see you fighting for it. We discuss relationships with food, our past, ourselves and with people and some of the beautiful things that come from choosing recovery. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit elisemarcianti.substack.com2023-06-2720 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreSeeing life with colour | Anita NevarI am joined by erotic pop artist Anita Nevar who was born, raised and married in a cult until she decided to leave- which led her to exploring all the things she was never allowed to express through art This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit elisemarcianti.substack.com2023-06-1827 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CorePerspective | JustineIn this episode I am joined with Justine an incredible woman and adventurer who recently went through a life threatening illness that changed her perspective and priories. We talk about her journey through the illness, what mattered most to her when she was on almost on her death bed and her attitude on life now This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit elisemarcianti.substack.com2023-06-0119 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your Core50th Episode | Elise the HostFor the 50th episode of the Explore Your Core Podcast the host Elise talks about the evolution of the podcast and the themes seen across 50 conversations with athletes, entrepreneurs and artists paving their own path. She also talks about her journey and where her interest in this all began. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit elisemarcianti.substack.com2023-05-2213 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreLife on the road | Bert BouteI am joined with Bert Boute, someone who has been travelling solo around the world by motorbike for the last 4 years. We talk about minimalism and how that changes your perspective, way of living and how it provides gratitude. We also talk about planning and making decisions on the road how to know what’s the right choice as well as the balance between searching for places to see, travelling intuitively and dealing with the fear of missing out. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bo...2023-03-2141 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreDreaming big | ErchanaIn this episode I am joined by Erchana (Tip To Toe) who just completed a world record run, running a marathon a day for 150 days which stretched to over 6000km over 5 months. Erchana has shown us something we didn’t know was possible and we delve into her mindset of why she did her run, facing doubts, dreaming big and how she not only got herself to the starting line (which she believes is that hardest part) but also finishing something unimaginable. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or ge...2023-03-0725 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreFollowing the feeling | RyIn this episode I am joined by Ry the cofounder of Cool 2Be Conscious which is a powerful movement helping people live more consciously through breathwork. Ry shares his story where he realised what he was doing wasn’t making him happy and how he quit work, sold his van and moved to Australia following a feeling, rather than any logic which turned into the Cool 2Be Conscious movement it is today. We talk about how looking healthy doesn’t always mean you are heathy from within and discuss concepts around balance, perspective trust and following the feeling. To find your...2023-02-2736 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreA new perspective | Kat GurciulloIn this episode I am joined by Kat Gurc, someone I met at the Cool2BeConscious breathwork sessions where she opened up about a life altering accident in Thailand. Kat shares her story about the addicent and the change in perspective it gave her. We tak about the importance of human connection and how her injuries gave her a new sense of gratitude for the small things we often take for granted. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit elisemarcianti.substack.com2023-02-1734 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreLiving your own life | Georgie ChambersIn this episode I am joined by Georgie Chambers who I met through the cold water club @the.coldwaterclub. We talk about how emotionally and physically isolating injury can be and how that sparked the begging of her eating disorder after an ACL injury. We talk about how easy things are to snowball and get out of hand and how slowing down through yoga showed just how busy her mind was. We talk about easy it is to be distracted as well as how healing it is to immerse yourself in nature and disconnect This is a public...2023-02-0438 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreLiving with intention | Daygin PrescottI am joined with Daygin Prescott, a sought after adventure photographer who I met during the snow season and was in awe of the moments he’s captured outdoors as well as his determined mindset. He’s now chasing the rocks and the adventure as a full time photographer. We talk about how important it is to be surrounded by inspiring people to show you what is possible but also how key it is to not get caught up in comparison. We also chat about powerful it is to intentionally put yourself in places where there are opportunities for growth and...2023-01-2038 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreSlowing down | Taylor BradleyIn this episode I am joined with Taylor Bradley, joining from over in Thailand. Taylor is an international yoga teacher who I met at a yoga retreat. We delved into topics around emotions and masculinity and talked about the importance of slowing down as it allows you to explore your internal world. Taylor shares his journey overcoming cancer and how it changed his perspective on life. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit elisemarcianti.substack.com2022-11-1927 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CorePaving your own path | Nikki LangmanIn this episode I am joined by Nikki Langman, international speaker, author and facilitator in emotional intelligence. We speak about how she paved her own path from being in the grips of addiction to a path filled with ambition, purpose and self-awareness. We talk about how easy it is to go off the right path because we buy in to peoples expectations and ideas and how easy it is to get lost in the noise and chaos around us. We discuss ways to change your path which requires a redevelopment of your mindset and encompasses first, knowing then admitting then...2022-11-0130 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreSurviving the snow season | Bridie RawsonIn this episode I am joined with Bridie Rawson, founder of Tough Tits, outdoor enthusiast and rad chick. We talk how Tough Tits has created a community and helps females feel supported getting into outdoor sports. We talk about the importance of having the right people and influence around you and how important it is to stay on top of your mental health during a snow season. We chat about the party culture and Bridie’s experience doing a month sober as well as the clarity that has come being recently diagnosed with ADHD. This is a public ep...2022-10-0833 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreSurviving to thriving | Liv RobinsonIn this episode I am joined by Liv Robinson, artist athlete and mental health advocateShe shares her journey through an eating disorder and how losing her identity allowed her to recreate it. Together, we talk about how its fundamental as humas to want to feel included, liked and accepted and how Liv turned her unhealthy ways of fulfilling those needs to more healthy ones. We also talk about the importance of mental health for our physical health and our physical health for our mental health and some tips to help improve it. https://melbmara2022.grassrootz.com/edfa-org-au/elise-marcianti 2022-10-0144 minPink Paradox with Maitreya EdwardsPink Paradox with Maitreya EdwardsElise MarciantiA true one of one. I chatted to Elise exactly one week ahead of her first marathon. We also discuss some of her gnarly adventures, and the education it has provided her. We also discuss her brilliant art, upcoming book and ghost tales from near the Dromana Drive-in.Support Elise's Fundraiser ahead of her debut marathon: https://melbmara2022.grassrootz.com/edfa-org-au/elise-marcianti/?tab=donationsCheck out Explore Your Core: https://open.spotify.com/show/6x9lZNea7CvHTG9YZmqB2H?si=05296e96d59b45692022-09-2533 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreNourishing your mind | Kit WilsonIn this episode I speak with Kit Wilson- visual storyteller, film maker and adventurer joining from over in Vancouver. Kit has produced an incredible short film ‘Exposed’ that left me in goosebumps and we have an insightful conversation about creativity, curiosity and the mind. In particular, the importance and process of dreaming, the importance of balance between determination and patience as well as the importance of travelling to gain a zoomed-out perspective of life. We also talk about the power of silence and dealing with the inner critic and how fundamental is it to prioritise your mental health. This...2022-08-2749 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreEntrepreneurial Spirit | Suzi JamilIn this episode I am joined by Suzi Jamil, entrepreneur and director of Think Inc which is a community that share ideas to help changes the way people see the world through touring thought leaders and intellects. We talk about how Think Inc came to be, how she overcame hurdles and how she picked herself up. We discuss ideas around introverts and extraverts, finding balance between socialising and hustling and what she has learnt from being around inspiring thought leaders. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access...2022-08-1727 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreWhen there’s a will there’s a way | Sean BellIn this episode I am joined by Sean Bell, runner, speaker and cofounder for First 42km program. I was lucky enough to join in on a small part of his Cairns to Melbourne run where he raised over 100k running over 60km per day for 60 days. Running started for him as a stress release but shortly turned into something much more, it’s became a passion and now gets to speak to schools about the importance of pursuing your passions. He shares a touching story about a friend passing and we talk about how precious life is and how understanding th...2022-08-0834 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreFollowing your passion | Himal PillayIn this episode I am joined by Himal Pillay, who is a speaker, facilitator and youtuber talking about mental health, lifestyle and personal development. Together we talk about following your passions, beliefs around money and the importance of habits. We talk about how hard it can be finding direction in life when you don’t know what your passions are, especially for those who are only young and haven’t yet experienced what is out there. We discuss our thoughts on having a plan B, quitting versus just pushing through and dealing with rejection. This is a public epis...2022-07-2550 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreFollowing Your Passion | Himal PillayIn this episode I am joined by Himal Pillay, who is a speaker, facilitator and youtuber talking about mental health, lifestyle and personal development. Together we talk about following your passions, beliefs around money and the importance of habits. We talk about how hard it can be finding direction in life when you don’t know what your passions are, especially for those who are only young and haven’t yet experienced what is out there. We discuss our thoughts on having a plan B, quitting versus just pushing through and dealing with rejection.2022-06-2452 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreFacing Fear | Miroslav PetrovicIn this episode I am joined by Miroslav Petrovic, a TedX speaker, teacher and facilitator. He is also the founder of Enlivened Speaking Institute where he talks about the power of presence in presenting. We speak about his journey to finding his voice, following your gut feeling even when you see no direct path and talk about changing your perspective on fear. We talk about the importance have practices such as meditation or art that slows the mind down so you can ‘separate the water from the dirt’ and how fear isn’t usually threatening in terms of safety but threat...2022-06-0833 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreStumbling forwards | Graham MoesIn this episode I am joined by Graham Moes- singer songwriter, producer and lead singer of the band Fat Picnic. We talk about creativity, dealing with the inner critic and the importance of having creativity in your life. We also talk the benefits of using meditation to increase creativity and the power of habits. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit elisemarcianti.substack.com2022-05-1429 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreWellbeing in schools | David BottIn this episode I am joined with David Bott, educational speaker, best-selling author and associate director of the positive psychology institution. We talk about the importance of placing wellbeing at the forefront of schools, the impacts that has had and some of the difficulties of trying to measure wellbeing. We talk about intrinsic and extrinsic motivation for learning and the importance of feeling safe, seen and connected. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit elisemarcianti.substack.com2022-04-2032 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreEmotions | Dr KaitlinIn this episode I am joined by psychologist and yoga instructor Dr Kaitlin to talk about emotions. Dr Kaitlin’s journey began studying eastern philosophy where her lecturer then introduced her to yoga and through that found saw the benefits on the mind and started studying psychology. Together we talk about the evolutionary benefit of emotions and the harm in ‘positive vibes only’ culture. We talk about the term alexithymia - which is the difference in neural wiring and awareness and also some of the consequences for repressing emotions. As well, we talk about the importance if regular check ins to...2022-04-1333 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreThe Power of Listening | Elle NguyenIn this episode I am joined by Elle Nguyen, an assistant researcher on sleep and mental health and suicide prevention. We talk about the impact sleep has on mental health as well as the ripple effect lack of sleep can have and ways to improve sleep hygiene. We also talk about lockdown and how difficult for those who were already struggling but also how those lockdowns allowed people to revaluate what’s important to them. Elle talks about her experience working in the field and what she’s noticed and that’s people don’t always speak up when they are stru...2022-04-0538 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreSelf Love | Amarah RadfordIn this episode I am joined by Amarah Radford from Made By Mars where we talk about self love. We look at the importance of stating boundaries for strengthening your sense of self, making sure the home inside your head is a good place to be and the benefits of being kind to yourself. We discuss habits and how turning self-love practices no matter how small into habits have an accumulative effect that becomes easier and less effortful with time. As well, we talk about the having hobbies for fun and keeping them separate to work as we don’t ne...2022-03-2136 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreChanging your perspective | Dr Jared HorvathIn this episode I’m joined by cognitive neuroscientist, educator and author Dr Jared Horvath. We talk about the mind and brain, how they are different and the process of emergence. We discuss how stories influence how we perceive the world and how openness to new experiences and being present can change our stories which then changes how we perceive the world. We talk about how these changes occur both in our environment and on a molecular level and why we often hesitate towards change. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with ot...2022-03-0943 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreWhatever works for you | Matthew BrigliaI am joined with Psychologist Matthew Briglia where we discuss some of the challenges and rewards with being a psychologist as well as how compassion may be a better approach to helping people rather than empathy. We also talk about how capable the mind is to endure pain from both trauma and things like extreme sports. We touch on more mainstream psychology and it’s benefits and conclude no matter what the coping mechanism is- whether there’s no evidence, looks odd or isn’t typical if it works for you it works for you and there shouldn’t be any fear...2022-02-2732 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreBeauty in the mundane | Vani VIn this episode I am joined by psychology student and co-founder of the 5:30 Club, Vani. She talks about her acting career and how a sudden injury forced her to stop and reasses her life. This time created the space for her to get into reading, yoga and meditation. After going to India and doing workshops she felt a false sense of happiness that isn’t obtainable outside of that and realised you’ve got to okay with the boring, that’s there’s beauty in the mundane. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this wit...2022-02-2041 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreCreating change | Monica VantilburgIn this episode I am joined with Monica the founder of The Health Classes You Missed. We speak about some of the challenges people are facing with mental, physical and sexual health that isn’t spoken about due to stigma, fear or judgement or is just missing in the education system. We talk about her own journey tackling some of these challenges both her own mental health and how she is closing gaps in the education system. Despite many of these challenges being at an educational or social level we talk about some changes that can be made at an in...2022-02-0745 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreElise Marcianti | BalanceTo start off season 2 I speak about how Explore Your Core came to be and one of the most valuable lessons exploring my own core- finding balance. I talk about my experience, challenges and realisations trying to find balance with exercise, food, work and life as well as the importance of balance to avoid burnouts. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit elisemarcianti.substack.com2022-02-0223 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreFinding Flow | Samantha BadrockSam badrock is a local artist from Bright who left an abusive relationship and returned to art for expression. After the birth of her daughter she decided to leave nursing and found being an artist allowed her to be more flexible. We talk about her experience as a nurse as well as the process of her becoming an artist. We also talk about the physical benefits of doing art including the lowering of cortisol and blood pressure, and how it helped her in times of dealing with domestic violence. We talk about flow state and the sense of space...2021-12-0917 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreFinding your own rhythm | Nic JeanIn this episode I am joined with local singer songwriter Nic Jean. We speak about her beautiful journey to becoming a singer and how having Autism has made that journey a little harder to navigate. We talk about neuro diversity and how beautiful it is that we are all unique and have our own mechanisms and ways of processing information to understand the world around us. Nic shares a bit about her experience and some of the perks of having a neuro diverse brain as well as some of the accompanying challenges. She talks about her songwriting process and how...2021-11-2637 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreCuriosity | Sara De ClercqIn this podcast I bring back on artist and coach Sara De Clercq were we delve into ideas around curiosity and in particular about having a beginners mindset. We also explore labels and how they have their purpose but can be detrimental if we attach to them and the problems with having expectations. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit elisemarcianti.substack.com2021-11-0246 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreCourage | Amanda BrooksIn this episode I speak with Noosa artist Amanda Brooks. We speak about the importance of having courage in both your art practice and life. We unpack how having your own space dedicated to creating helps build a boundary between life and work as well as how mistakes can act as inspiration for new ideas. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit elisemarcianti.substack.com2021-10-2444 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreConnection | Elise MarciantiFor the 20th episode I talk about my own art journey, how the podcast came to be and some of the challenges and realisations I’ve been having. I talk about the importance of connection, of finding me time to recenter myself and pursuing your passions. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit elisemarcianti.substack.com2021-10-1830 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreSelf awareness | Keisha SlacombThis episode I am joined with a friend of mine and emerging film director Keisha Slocomb. We talk about a whole bunch of things including letting go and trusting the process as well as the importance of just taking that first initial step and the power of perspective. We also talk about people pleasing and how hard it is to not do it in a work environment, that it’s okay to say no and taking compliments. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, vi...2021-10-1052 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreGive it a crack | Lisa Wisse-RobinsonIn this episode I am joined by Lisa Robinson, an abstract artist from New Zealand. We talk about the importance of giving things a go- to get creative and be curious. We also talk about patience and how it allows you to refine and resolve works. We chat about pricing and how it comes down to having belief in yourself and ability. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit elisemarcianti.substack.com2021-09-3045 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreLife journey | Annabelle McKenzieI’m this episode I am joined by Annabelle McKenzie where we talk about her journey, spirituality and life’s path. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit elisemarcianti.substack.com2021-09-2426 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreBeyond recovery | Mia FindlayIn this episode I am joined with Mia Findlay, an eating disorder recovery coach and founder of Beyond Body Coaching who has gone from a place of needed help to now providing help. Mia opens up about her own recovery journey and we speak of some of the hardships and lessons learnt. We also talk about some of the benefits and consequences of sharing this journey on social media and we recognise the strength it takes to be recovering in the midst of a pandemic and times of major uncertainty. We discover that eating disorder recovery isn’t just about ca...2021-09-1749 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreCuriosity, creativity & consciousness | Sara De ClercqIn this weeks podcast I am joined with the incredible Sara De Clercq where we talk about creativity, curiosity and consciousness. In particular we speak about the importance of fun and finding a way to incorporate that fun into work. We also talk about how curiosity is the key to creativity and how being curious creates the space for creativity to flow through and new ideas to form. We discover that being comfortable means you don’t often question things and it’s in the questioning that we have discoveries about ourselves and the world. We explore ideas around identity and...2021-09-081h 00Explore Your CoreExplore Your CoreStaying true to yourself | Jane ThompsonIn this episode I’m joined by expressive abstract artist Jane Thompson. We talk about the importance of taking risks and trying new styles and ideas as well as how key it is to stay true to yourself. We also touch on some of the struggles around expectations for commissions and art as a business. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit elisemarcianti.substack.com2021-09-0145 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreBeing real | Marni KornelukIn this podcast I am joined with Marni Korneluk where she openly expressed some of the struggles with post-natal depression and the effect social media can have on your art business as well as your own wellbeing. We talk about the importance of slowing down and how pushing too hard can lead to sickness or a burn out. We also talk about the effectiveness of finding how you work, then tailoring your work style to that. You can find her work at @marnikornelukartist This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers...2021-08-2437 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreEmbracing your body | Jo EllenIn this episode I am joined with Jo Ellen, a mix media abstract artist whose works promote body positivity and self-acceptance. We talk about her journey with breast cancer and the realisations that have come with undergoing such a battle. We tackle norms around weight and appearances as well as embracing our bodies- for how they are, because if you don’t learn to love yourself now, then when? We also talk about the problems with basing our identity on appearance and what happens when our appearance changes. This is a public episode. If you would like to di...2021-08-1143 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CorePainting with purpose | Jen ShewringIn this episode I am joined with Jen Shewring, an abstract artist who is also passionate about the environment. Jen shares her journey to where she is today as well as her upbringing. Jens work incorporates abstract themes around global warming and climate change and we talk about how important it is to help the environment. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit elisemarcianti.substack.com2021-08-0439 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CorePerceptions | Hayley LittlejohnIn this podcast we speak with Hayley Littlejohn from The Creative Outsider. We speak about her experience growing up and feeling like an outsider, some of the problems faced in the creative field and we have a look behind the scenes of being a graphic designer. We talk about how fundamental it is to have your own definition of success and how important it is that we don’t rely on social media for validation, that we find it within. We look at flow states and not being judgemental towards your works as well the power of collaboration. Th...2021-07-2855 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreFinding you in what you do | Elle MayIn this episode we speak with Elle May, a mentor for makers. We talk about tips and common problems emerging artists face as well appreciating the handmade and the realness of it. We speak about authenticity on social media and working in a way that’s right for you This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit elisemarcianti.substack.com2021-07-2135 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreFinding the right balance | Marnie McKnightIn this weeks podcast we speak with Marnie McKnight, an internationally collected artist who has so much insight, talent and experience. We speak about the balance within social media, work ethic, originality and life in general. We also speak about efficiency and creating the right working atmosphere as well as the importance of rest and having fun. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit elisemarcianti.substack.com2021-07-1459 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CorePerfectionism | Natalie SaundersIn this episode we speak with Natalie Saunders a recovering perfectionist and abstract artist. We hear about Natalies journey to Australia ad well as her creative journey. We talk about how to overcome perfection in the creative field and in all areas of life as well as the importance of fun. We talk about comfort zones and despite how scary it may feel growth will always come. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit elisemarcianti.substack.com2021-07-0732 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreBuilding resilience | Sara CatenaIn this episode I am joined with Sara Catena- a colourful, fun and insightful sensory artist. We speak about the beauty of sensitivity, the importance of resilience and values. We hear where her values stemmed from and unpack ideas around beliefs. We also discuss how to tap into your own source of energy and trust your intuition. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit elisemarcianti.substack.com2021-06-3040 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreStaying authentic | Maggi MacDonaldIn this episode we speak with artist, designer and educator Maggi MacDonald. We talk about comfort zones and in particular saying yes even if you’re scared. We discuss the importance of mindfulness and putting time aside for your creative outlet, play or experimentation. We also talk about This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit elisemarcianti.substack.com2021-06-1949 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreValuing yourself | Amanda KettererIn this episode we speak with Amanda Ketterer, who does beautifully layered abstract art. We spoke about the importance of having confidence and believing in yourself. We also explored ideas around “making it”, investing in yourself and being brave. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit elisemarcianti.substack.com2021-06-1133 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreFollowing what feels right | Anna PriceIn this episode we speak wth Anna Price, an abstract artist who’s work is bold, colourful and full of character. Anna has learnt to say no, slow down and follow what feels right and in this podcast we discover how that happened This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit elisemarcianti.substack.com2021-06-0439 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreThe beauty around death | Bronwyn WardIn this episode we speak with Bronwyn Ward and internationally exhibited artist who’s work has continued on from her former career in palliative care and explores ideas around death and the beauty within it. We talk about her legacy paintings, some of her creative processes and themes in her art. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit elisemarcianti.substack.com2021-05-2934 minExplore Your CoreExplore Your CoreFollowing your passion | Jacklyn FosterIn this episode we talk with Jacklyn Foster- a bold, passionate and skilful abstract artist who quit her degree and became a full time artist. We talk about the accompanying doubts and struggles, the importance or following your intuition and the unexpected events that led her to be the expressive and expansive artist she is. To find out more about her follow her instagram @jacklynfosterart This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit elisemarcianti.substack.com2021-05-1630 min