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When AI Grow UpA Love Letter to Good Men: Rethinking Masculinity with Dr Mei-Ling DoeryThis episode was recorded on Tuesday 9 December. In it, Dr Mei-Ling Doery refers to "the Bondi massacre," meaning the Bondi Junction attack of April 2024. At the time, we could not have known that another massacre would occur at Bondi Beach that following Sunday. Bondi is a place I once called home, and the closeness of these events is deeply felt. After careful reflection, we have chosen to release the episode as it was recorded. It was important then — and feels even more important now. Episode Overview Over the past few months, I've be...
2025-12-221h 15When AI Grow UpThe Modern Masculinity Crisis — Why Men Are Lost & How to Rebuild Modern men are struggling with identity, purpose, dating, confidence, mental health, and direction. In this raw and honest conversation with host Peter Ostick and Ronen Heine (scientist-turned-lawyer, founder of Luna, lecturer and advisor to startups and VCs), we break down the real crisis facing men today and what needs to change. We talk about: Biological reality vs social shame — how young men's natural masculine drive is being pathologised The growing crisis of communication and social skills in 18–21 year-old males Why so many young men feel lost, isolated, and disconnected The tools boys and young men actually need to build confidence, disc...
2025-12-111h 21
The Life By Design Podcast#108 - Peter Ostick: From blue collar to millionaire by 30 and the power of visionGuest host, Janoah van Kekem, talks with entrepreneur, investor, visionary and Co-Founder of Soma on Peter Ostick on his journey.In this week’s episode, we dive into:What it takes to be a good leaderEntrepreneurshipBurnoutThe biggest mistakes he madeThe importance of what spirituality means to youAnd much much more For more information on Peter Ostick, check out https://substack.com/@peterostickInstagram @peterostickConnect with Janoah on Instagram @janoahvankekem Website www.mindmaverick.com.auConnect with Blake on Instagram @blakeworrallthompson Website www.blakeworrallthompson.comChe...
2024-03-271h 07
Soma Collective PodcastJaguar Heart: Finding PurposeIn this riveting episode of the Soma Collective podcast, host Peter Ostick delves deep into the transformative journey of Jaguar Heart. From a turbulent childhood marked by abuse and despair, Jaguar Heart sought solace in the world's distractions. But material success couldn't fill the void within. Discover how Jaguar turned his life around, transcending trauma and materialism to become a sought-after therapist. This is a story of resilience, transformation and the unwavering belief in the capacity for healing. For all upcoming retreats at Soma follow this link.
2023-10-041h 27
Soma Collective PodcastThe Power of Positivity with Dani StevensWelcome to the Soma Collective podcast I am your host Peter Ostick. In this episode of the Soma Collective Podcast we are excited to chat to evangelist of positivity Dani Stevens. If you need a shot of positivity listening to Dani for an hour you will get it by Osmosis. Dani does an incredible job of setting goals and going after them whilst managing the every day stresses and strains of being a mother of four. I really enjoyed the chat and I know you will too.
2023-05-0448 min
Soma Collective PodcastDo IT with Bobby AluWelcome to this episode of the Soma collective podcast, I am your host Peter Ostick and we have with us the incredibly talented musician Bobby Alu. Bobby takes us on a musical journey of the artists and songs that have influenced him and plays those songs live in the podcast. He also reveals insights into how his creative process as evolved over the years and we learn how Bobby’s youth as a competitive athlete shaped his mindset, which became more apparent to Peter as he tuned deeper into the lyrics of albums such as Flow and Bobby’s rece...
2023-04-181h 13
Soma Collective PodcastRich Roll x Peter Ostick: Unlocking your PotentialOn this week's episode of the Soma Collective Podcast, Peter Ostick sits down with one of the world's most influential voices Rich Roll. Rich is a vegan ultra-endurance athlete, full-time wellness, plant-based nutrition advocate and host of one of the world's most popular podcasts. He inspires people worldwide as a transformative example of courageous and healthy living. In this episode, Rich shares his incredible journey of overcoming alcoholism and going on to accomplish incredible feats of endurance. He offers sage advice on how taking small actions to move forward can build something that in hindsight, would be...
2023-01-241h 27
Soma Collective PodcastArt & Science of Creativity with Gary Gorrow and Peter OstickThis episode of the Soma Collective podcast explores the Art & Science of Creativity. Gary & Peter explore a broader definition of creativity and the importance of variables such as combinatory play, discipline, utilising constraints and explore role models of creativity such as comedian John Cleese, Steve Jobs and Albert Einstein.
2021-08-1639 min
Soma Collective PodcastBassike - Deborah Sams, Peter Ostick and Gary GorrowOn this week’s show we have Deborah Sams co-founder and creative director of sustainable fashion brand Bassike. We feel that Bassike and Soma are kindred spirits with our shared enjoyment of uncomplicated, yet elegant design. We delve into the origin story of Bassike and the influences that have shaped the sustainable ethos of the brand. As a student of Gary’s and an attendee of Soma’s first Advance rounding retreat, we discuss the impact that Debs practice has had on her as a mother, entrepreneur and creative force whilst trying to maintain our favourite word, balance. We hop...
2021-06-041h 11
Soma Collective PodcastTime with Gary Gorrow and Peter OstickTime is a one of the fundamental fields that create the universe as we know it. In this show Peter & Gary explore our understanding of where humans sit on the cosmic clock of 13.8 billion years, the legends of time travelling Vedic masters and the confronting reality of the limited time we have left and what we should do with it.
2021-05-2641 min
Soma Collective PodcastMike Lee x Peter Ostick - How to Hack Your MindsetThis weeks guest Mike Lee has transitioned from world ranked boxer who has fought in front of millions of people to CBD entrepreneur who has used the constraint of his own personal battle with chronic pain caused by autoimmune disease to become the catalyst for his own evolution and the launch of his company Soul CBD. In a wide ranging conversation we discuss developing a champion mindset, coming back from failing a world championship, bio hacking in hyperbaric chambers and his evolution from boxer to CEO. Mike is an incredible friend and a constant source of inspiration, its always...
2021-03-1045 min
Soma Collective PodcastMindset Matters with Gary Gorrow and Peter OstickJoin Gary and Peter as they investigate the personas and purposes of world class athletes and entrepreneurs. We are fascinated by the people who rise up and change the game, the industry, the culture. What can we learn from these individuals and what do they teach us about how we should act and view ourselves.
2021-02-1242 min
Soma Collective PodcastMegan Osborn x Peter Ostick on Neuro Emotional Technique (NET)Welcome to the Soma collective podcast with me your host for this episode Peter Ostick, where we look to find the intersection between consciousness, creativity and the art of living. This week I am delighted to have on the show Megan Osborn. Megan specialises in Neuro Emotional Technique (NET) which is a process for unlocking negative emotional complexes that are stored in the body. I have been doing some work with Megan over the last 12 months and found it really impactful as have some of the other Soma team members, so we thought we would get her on the sho...
2021-02-0142 min
Soma Collective PodcastMukti x Gary Gorrow and Ida AlmasiToday on the podcast we’re sitting down with Mukti the founder of Australian eco luxe beauty brand Mukti Organics. She is a real pioneer in the beauty industry creating one of Australia’s first certified organic brands over twenty years ago. Mukti set the benchmark for certified organic skincare in Australia. She is the author of Truth in Beauty an incredible resource for holistic beauty where she draws on her background in complimentary medicine and passion for green chemistry to create a comprehensive inside take on the secrets of clean beauty. And we’re joined b...
2020-12-3056 min
Soma Collective PodcastHow to cope with feeling isolated during the holiday period with Peter Ostick and Gary Gorrow2020 has been a tough year of isolation and personal challenges. The festive season is traditionally a time to share with our loved ones, yet unfortunately for many of us, the holiday season doesn't look like a postcard this year. With the yearning to be with family, a sense of loneliness may occur in many of us making the holiday season a tough time for many. In this episode Peter and Gary discuss the emotions and feelings around this festive period, exploring how to create a reality of peace and connectedness even when by ourselves.
2020-12-2356 min
Soma Collective PodcastThalison Soares x Peter Ostick on the Gentle Art of Jiu JitsuThis weeks show is an example about how big dreams and hard work can overcome life’s challenges. Thalison Soares @thalisonvsoares is a Jiu Jitsu blackbelt, multi-time World Champion and the only person in history to win the International Gran Pris on three occasions. If you’re not interested in Jiu Jitsu you still need to listen to this podcast. Thalisons story of growing up in a village of 500 people in the Amazon, losing his father at the age of 11, moving to mega city Sao Paolo at the age of 14 by himself with the equivalent of $50 in his pocket and deciding...
2020-12-201h 01When AI Grow UpLee Kuan Yew - Sage of SingaporeLee Kuan Yew was the founder of modern-day Singapore. He took Singapore from third world to first in one generation. His candour in analysing other counties such as the UK, US & China is incredibly insightful. So here is what you are in for the next 45 minutes of your life. I want to look at: Who was Lee Kuan Yew? What was the back story to Singapore we see today? What were his principles and guiding philosophy of pragmatism and meritocracy? Considering Singapore famously had no real assets how does it now rival the US in GDP per...
2020-04-2647 minWhen AI Grow UpLessons from history: Why is there a tension between freedom and equality?In this podcast, I use Will & Ariel Durant's book Lessons from history to examine why there is a tension between freedom and equality. "Nature smiles at the union of freedom and equality in our utopias. For freedom and equality are sworn and everlasting enemies, and when one prevails the other dies." I look at examples such as Andrew Carnegie, Bill Gates, John D Rockefeller and Jeff Bezos and question are some people just better equipped to compete for scarce resources than others in a free market or is it due to hereditary privilege. I...
2020-04-1441 minWhen AI Grow UpSeries 2 - 1 Short Blog on Stoic TranquillityI want to dive into the Roman Stoic's and in particular why the believed tranquillity or peace of mind should be an ultimate goal. First, we need an introduction into the Roman Stoics, second why the goal of tranquillity or peace of mind was deemed so important and finally, I think more importantly I want to share some of the techniques that the stoics practiced for peace of mind. Hopefully given the wild times that we are living in at the moment these tried and tested ancient techniques might be helpful to just one person ou...
2020-03-2816 min
Friendsome and Then SomeKeeping Your Friends Healthy During a Global PandemicKeep Calm and Stay Healthy! Happy St. Patty's Day and we have three amazing callers: Medical Point of View: Aimee Ostick, MD Primary Care Physician, Travel Point of View: Peter Greenberg, The Travel Detective and Employer/Employer Point Of View: Nancy...
2020-03-171h 09
When AI Grow Up#13 Rami Weiss: HealthshareI am currently going deep into how technology is impacting Healthcare. As part of that I am speaking to early-stage entrepreneurs in the initial staging of funding, but as part of my research, I came across Rami Weiss who is the CEO of a fully scaled up health tech business called Healthshare, which is building innovative products that improve access to health information and health practitioners. The conversation feels quite timely as we covered the debate over the Australian Governments design and execution of the My Health record, which has come under scrutiny from many including myself over concerns around ho...
2019-03-0426 min
When AI Grow Up#12 Paul Frasca: Sustainable EntrepreneurOne of the areas that I have thought a lot about over the years, is the financial sustainability of social ventures. I think it's fair to say that my track record on this is mixed. The positive intention has without doubt been there. For example, I started writing the outline for the business that became TVN in the foreword of the book by Mathew Bishop Philanthrocapitalism I bonded with TVN's co-founder Josh Ismin whilst at a Microsoft event in Atlanta where Blake Mycoskie founder of Tom's Shoes was the keynote speaker. In fact, the original business model for TVN had a 10% prof...
2019-03-041h 04
When AI Grow Up#11 Josh Ismin: Partner in crimeIt's June 30th 2017 and Josh Ismin and myself are at the end of a two-year earn-out for the acquisition of our company TVN, the digital video marketplace we started in my basement in Tamarama 7 years ago. All the vital signs of the company are great: Our revenue is pushing $45million, we are operating in 9 different countries in Asia Pacific, we have survived competition from Google and Facebook as well as a host of well funded US ad tech companies trying to squash us in every way you could imagine. All is well that ends well. Fast forward to the present day and...
2019-03-041h 16
When AI Grow Up#10 Bronwyn Sheehan: How to take actionLet's be honest, there are lots of well-documented problems in the world and luckily there are also people in the world who see those problems and are driven to take massive action. On the podcast today we have one of those people, Bronwyn Sheehan founder and CEO of the Pyjama Foundation an organisation that promotes numeracy and literacy to children in the foster care system. I have got to know Bronwyn really well over the years as a board member of the Pyjama foundation and I continue to be blown away by her as a force of nature. Bronwyn has be...
2019-03-0455 min
When AI Grow Up#9 Ben King: Country Director Google ThailandWhat should western organisations consider when thinking about launching in Asian countries? What is it like to be a non-native speaker running Google in Thailand? Why is the digital economy in China accelerating so quickly? Where is Google headed in Machine Learning? How does a sporting career influence building high performing corporate teams? I discuss all this and more with my good friend Ben King. Ben is Country Director of Google Thailand. Ben and I first met at Microsoft in Australia and it has been awesome to watch his journey at Google in South East Asia. We start...
2019-03-041h 00
When AI Grow Up#8 Charlotte Rose Hamlyn: An artist in love with scienceHow do you balance creative thinking whilst ensuring you have output? Can you apply the scientific method to art? What is the future of art in an ever more technological world? My guest this week Charlotte Rose Hamlyn, is a renaissance human, whose creative output across various platforms whilst pondering the scientific method would have made Leonardo smile. Charlotte is a published author with Penguin Random House, of the children's graphic novel Opposite Land, screenwriter of various kids TV shows including Beat Bugs, which is one of my all-time Netflix favourites, Host of Channel 7's TV show Get Arty. We jump...
2018-12-051h 05
When AI Grow Up#7 Mike Lee : Taking risks, managing fear, have no regrets.Mike Lee (@officialmikelee) is not your average pro boxer. He has a 21-0 record holding the N A B O boxing title, but on top of that he is super smart, a business school graduate of Notre Dame, who has turned his business acumen to found Soul CBD https://mysoulcbd.com/ which is experiencing crazy growth right now. We speak about taking calculated risks, visualising elite performance, the benefits of CBD oil, fighting nine rounds with broken ribs and the small matter of the future of humanity. I think you will find Mike in...
2018-11-0754 min
When AI Grow Up#6 Persia Juliet Yoga Guru - Balance in a wobbly worldThis episode is all about balance. A few months back I was joined by Yoga superstar Persia Juliet. Persia is an incredible Yoga practitioner, teacher, writer and business women and benefits from an incredibly soothing voice! Having grown up on both sides of the Atlantic ocean, and then having living spells in Australia and currently calling Bali home, Persia has an incredible worldview and perspective of inner balance in an increasingly wobbly world which we dive into in the show. Persia shares the steps of her remarkable journey of transformation from Rugby front rower to Bikram Yoga teacher within 2 years. We discu...
2018-10-2445 min
When AI Grow Up#5 Gary Gorrow - Clarity in a hectic worldExploring human potential through the eyes of world-class leaders in technology, business, sport and health. On this week's show, we have my good friend, mentor and business partner Gary Gorrow. Gary is a leading Vedic meditation teacher, surfer, and general wise soul. He works with a host of celebrities, executives, sports teams. I first met Gary when my life from everything from my business, to my personal life was going to shit. In hindsight, Gary teaching me to meditate gave me not on only a daily release valve, but also gave me an awareness of the need for balance that I did...
2018-10-031h 26
When AI Grow Up#4 Dan Brush & Bart Jellema X2M - Why they built a new crypto exchangeFor me, the last 18 months following the development of Blockchain and Cryptocurrency has been a little bit of an emotional rollercoaster. I have gone from.... this changes everything, to just drive the UBER I don't want to buy into your ICO. Today we are hopefully passed peak hype and I am actively involved as an advisor in companies with blockchain at there core. So I was particularly intrigued when my legal counsel Dan Brush from when I sold my company TVN told me he was now COO and counsel to a crypto wallet and exchange XS2 here in Australia. His...
2018-09-151h 05
When AI Grow Up#3 Paul Devlin South Sydney Rabbitohs- Difference between good and greatIf you have ever wondered how high performance in elite sport was attained then this is going to be a great episode for you. On this weeks show we have Paul Devlin Head of High Performance at Australian NRL giants The South Sydney Rabbitohs. Having played professional rugby for European cup winners Munster, Sale Sharks and our hometown team of Widnes Vikings he has played with legends such as Jason Robinson, Christian Slater and Paul O'Connell. More recently as a coach, he has worked with some of the greatest players to play rugby league including Cameron Smith, B...
2018-09-151h 19
When AI Grow Up# 2 Bobby Walia Modern GolfThis episode is what it says on the tin and is for all the golfers out there in the constant search to get better. Bobby Walia is a certified instructor, who has played professionally on the sunshine tour, he's played the best golf courses in the world as the onboard instructor of the ship called The world and is an all-around great human and teacher. With more time on my hands these days I am a walking cliche "obsessed with golf" its hard, it's addictive and if you have never been addicted to it you will not be able to comp...
2018-09-1435 min
When AI Grow Up#1 Brad Shofer - On the origins of a billion dollar company This episode follows the founder's journey of Brad Shofer, founder of the now iconic accounting software MYOB. MYOB was one of the first high profile tech IPO's in Australia and Brad's journey was really enjoyable to listen to and remarkably shared many coincidences with the journey that I went through with TVN. As with many of the successful guests that I have interviewed on the Podcast, Brad has used his business success to continue to develop as a person. Brad has the analytical mind you would expect with a certified accountant but has the entrepreneurial drive and vision th...
2018-09-141h 24