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A Dive Into The MindEpisode 17: Steve WartonThis week we’re diving into a different pool as we talk business, taking risks, self improvement and getting after it with our friend, Mr. Steve Warton.A late bloomer in the world of academia and business in general, Steve’s path was far from a straight line to success. Without a clear vision of what he wanted to do and far from a natural student, Steve tried uni and a few jobs he enjoy enough, but it wasn’t until meeting a now good friend and business partner, Matt Clark, that he really found his place...
2021-09-0549 min
A Dive Into The MindEpisode 16: Jackson ClarkOur next guest not only currently boasts near on 100,000 followers across his football Facebook Pages, NT Football and Local Footy Classics, but is also recognised across the country for one amazing football pilgrimage for mental health in 2017, we welcome Mr. Jackson Clark.Born and raised in Darwin, the Northern Territory native was born a football fanatic. A promising player himself, Jackson found a second, and complimentary passion; writing as the football correspondant with local newspapers from the ripe old age of 13. Launching his NT Football with Jackson Clark in 2011, he’s become the leading source for NT fo...
2021-07-2543 min
A Dive Into The MindEpisode 15: Kyle ReimersThis week we welcome former Essendon Bomber Mr. Kyle Reimers, as we find out little more about the man behind the boots and bravado, and a professional AFL career beyond his wildest imagination.Through a challenging childhood in Bunbury, WA, Kyle found solace in sport, especially Aussie Rules. Overcoming crushing self-doubt to participate at the highest level through his junior year, Kyle would find his way to the Bombers via the 2006 AFL Draft where he would ultimately finish his days touted by many as the catalyst of the Essendon demise (incorrectly and unfairly, we must say!) amidst...
2021-07-0452 min
A Dive Into The MindEpisode 14: Bruce RobertsFor many of our regional listeners, you might welcome our next guests into your home on a weekly basis, but for those not as familiar we'd like to introduce, and welcome, Mr. Bruce Roberts.A graduate of the esteemed and internationally-recognised NIDA acting school, Bruce broke onto the scene playing as Officer Nick Parish on Home and Away during the show's 90's golden era (for those needing a refresher, Nick Parish was Shane/@dieter_brummer_official's brother and Julie/@naomiwatts' boyfriend). Bruce later explored his acting before returning to his first love, journalism, and now anchors...
2021-04-0449 min
A Dive Into The MindEpisode 13: Leigh RussellA pioneer for women in sports administration and leadership, Leigh may best be known for her for her time as CEO of Swimming Australia but has blazed a trial across elite sports in the country with the Essendon Football Club, Gold Coast Suns and the Melbourne Vixens. You may have also seen her on FOX Footy's "The Recruit".An accomplished author, consummate professional and example to all aspiring leaders, women or men alike, join us for our dive with Leigh Russell.Thanks to our sponsors:Kinetic Media - Design. Print. Web. Digital.
2021-03-1449 min
A Dive Into The MindEpisode 12: Dulip SamarasekeraWhile he may not be a household name in Australia, our next guest is a world-class cricketing talent who has played, coached and worked with some of the games biggest names. He’s also one of the nicest and most positive guys you could meet, Mr Dulip Samaresekera.Despite a challenging childhood in Sri Lanka, losing his father at just 4, Dulip became one of the country’s brightest young prospects. With limited financial opportunities in the game at that time, even for a gifted youngster who'd broken into the national U19 team, Dulip made the tough decision to p...
2020-12-2959 min
A Dive Into The MindChristmas Special: SantaWell, Christmas is upon us and we've managed to score some time with a very special guest - ladies and gentlemen, girls and boys, please welcome Santa!It's a very busy time for everyone, especially old Saint Nick, so we're very grateful for his generosity in joining us on the podcast.Whatever you're doing this festive season, please take a moment to enjoy a laugh (hopefully this gives you a couple) and take care. Thanks to all of our listeners, supporters and guests for making our first season as special as it has been...
2020-12-2204 min
A Dive Into The MindEpisode 11: These ThingsListeners will be more than familiar with this week's guests, the soundtrack to our podcast and rocking brothers, Brett and Greg Dunbar of These Things.Together with drummer Adrian Jones, the band formed over a decade ago under their original moniker, The Yard Apes, although the seeds were planted long before as youngsters after discovering Metallica, guitars and a creative itch. Fast forward a few years, three albums and thousands of kilometres later, it was great to sit down with the guys for an encapsulating hour of stories and insights. From chasing passions and following your own...
2020-12-201h 01
A Dive Into The MindEpisode 10: LiorWe couldn’t be more excited to present this week’s guest, Aria Award winner, tongue-in-cheek Best-Selling Author, and soundtrack to countless memories, Lior. After bursting onto the Australian music scene with the hauntingly beautiful “This Old Love”, Lior became an overnight success, years in the making. Not so much the gifted child prodigy as your typical tennis-racket-strumming kid (with perhaps more enthusiasm than talent, as his choir teacher would politely point out) he would go on to hone his craft with persistence, resilience, focus and a full heart.An incredibly diverse talent, Lior shies away fro...
2020-12-1354 min
A Dive Into The MindEpisode 9: Mark NoskeComing up this week, we change gears for a Drive Into The Mind (see what we did there) of former V8 Supercar driver and 15-time Bathurst racer, Mark Noske. Although having a father in competitive racing, it wasn't until 14 that he discovered his uncle's Go-kart and his own need for speed. Mark shares his passionate pursuit, quickly climbing through the classes and ranks, chasing opportunities at home and abroad before arriving on the grid of V8 Supercars. From the physical and mental preparation for a race like Bathurst to the pressures of racing clocks and cars, and gett...
2020-12-0657 min
A Dive Into The MindEpisode 8: Mitchell HarrisThis week we're diving into the uncharted waters (for us anyway) of hospitality and the art of making fine wine – we welcome Craig Mitchell & John Harris of the award-winning Mitchel Harris Wines. An intriguing tale of how it all started, from dipping their toes to becoming one of the region's finest winemakers and eateries. The passion, the process, the courageous leap from safe employment to startup, working with families, their iconic premises, and facing the challenges of pandemic in the hospitality industry.Check out more about Mitchell Harris via their website here. - Buy some o...
2020-11-2949 min
A Dive Into The MindEpisode 7: Lisa Marie ProbertWe're extremely excited to present our next guest. A former member of the coveted Royal Ballet School and English National Ballet, it's the incredibly talented, graceful and intelligent Lisa Marie Probert.From 7 years at the world’s number-one ballet school to a lengthy career in some of Europe’s finest dance companies, Lisa takes us behind the curtain of the surprisingly cut-throat world of Ballet and what it takes to make it – the dedication and discipline; the brutal criticism; the physical and mental demands and the deep loss when dancing comes to an end.You can le...
2020-11-2258 min
A Dive Into The MindEpisode 6: Kate SmythThis week we proudly present Australian Olympic and Commonwealth Games marathon runner, Kate Smyth. Discovering her passion for distance running late in her 20s, Kate wasted little time and was soon competing with the world's best on the sport’s biggest stages, culminating in a personal best of 2:28:51 at the 2008 Nagano Olympic Commemorative Marathon. Kate takes us deep into her world and mindset of marathon running – the commitment and sacrifices, the focus and preparation, the family support, the extraordinary challenges of both mind and body to compete against the field, the clock, the conditions and herself.You can fi...
2020-11-151h 19
A Dive Into The MindEpisode 5: David CalthorpeThis week we welcome Baby Bomber, Mr. David Calthorpe. A decorated AFL player over 9 seasons, David almost pursued a different sporting dream before going on to achieve the ultimate success with Essendon in 1993. David takes us through his early years of school football, his playing days across 3 clubs and then life after playing including his return to Essendon as an administrator.Thanks to our sponsors:Kinetic Media - Design. Print. Web. Digital.These Things - listen to their new album on Spotify HEREStay up to date with news and information...
2020-11-081h 21
A Dive Into The MindEpisode 4: Greg Chappell (Part 2)Greg Chappell is an Australian Cricket legend. He was a dominant batsmen in world cricket with a career test batting average of 53.86. He is an Australian cricket Hall of Fame member, a Sport Australia Hall of Fame member, and genuine sporting icon. In this episode we discuss his international career and how he had to evolve as a batsman early on to ensure he became a great player. Thanks to our sponsors:Kinetic Media - Design. Print. Web. Digital.These Things - listen to their new album on Spotify...
2020-11-0150 min
A Dive Into The MindEpisode 3: Greg Chappell (Part 1)Greg Chappell is an Australian Cricket legend. He was a dominant batsmen in world cricket with a career test batting average of 53.86. He is an Australian cricket Hall of Fame member, a Sport Australia Hall of Fame member, and genuine sporting icon. Here he chats about his young years leading into his international career. We discuss how his competitive instincts and skill set were developed. Thanks to our sponsors:Kinetic Media - Design. Print. Web. Digital.These Things - listen to their new album on Spotify HERE...
2020-11-0143 min
A Dive Into The MindEpisode 2: Brent MacafferIn this episode we chat to Brent Macaffer - Former Collingwood Premiership player. Brent's Key Career Moments:Drafted to Collingwood FC in the 2006 National DraftDebuted in the 2009 ANZAC game against Essendon FCPlayed 77 games in a career plagued by injury2010 Premiership PlayerAwarded Collingwood Life Membership in 2019You can check out Tamsin Macaffer's childrens book, My Dear Friends, by clicking HERE.Thanks to our sponsors:Kinetic Media - Design. Print. Web. Digital.These Things - listen to their new album on Spotify HERE...
2020-10-2552 min
A Dive Into The MindEpisode 1: Bianca ChatfieldIn this Episode we chat to Bianca Chatfield - Gold medal winning Netballer, media personality, keynote speaker, mentor, and business owner.Her sporting accomplishments are impressive:59 Australian Diamonds Test Caps245 Melbourne Vixens / Phoenix games6 Premierships ( 2000, 2002-2003, 2005, 2009, 2014)1 World Championship (Auckland 2007)1 Silver Medal (2006 Melbourne Commonwealth Games)1 Gold Medal (2014 Glasgow Commonwealth Games)You can connect with Bianca through her website: www.biancachatfield.com/contact or follow her Instagram page.Thanks to our sponsors:Kinetic Media - Design. Print. Web. Digital.These Things - listen to their new album...
2020-10-141h 04
A Chat with PatEp. 17 - Marcus ProbertMarcus Probert is a Psychologist base at the Three Lions Psychology clinic in Ballarat.
Marcus has a substantially impressive CV, working previously at the Collingwood FC and Essendon FC respectively. Marcus held Welfare roles at both football clubs and residing with first year draftees such as Scott Pendlebury, Tyson Goldsack and Brent Macaffer. Following this, Marcus went on to attain a role at Cricket Australia.
Nowadays Marcus focuses most of his work within the Three Lions Psychology clinic and working with students and youth within Ballarat.
In this episode, Marcus and myself delve in...
2020-09-1352 min
Twice as Bright, Half as LongEpisode 14.03 - WonderfallsIan and Dave begin a new era of TABHAL now that Dave has moved to the North. They also watch three more episodes of Wonderfallls. In "Muffin Buffalo," Jaye is less than happy that she is getting a reputation as someone who helps people, but then finds herself trying to help one of her neighbors while the animals tell her not to help another. In "Barrel Bear," Mahandra and Jaye find themselves at odds over the legendary Millie Marcus who might or might not be first woman to go over Niagara Falls in a barrel and live. And in "Lovesick...
2018-04-062h 14