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The Trusted Adviser Inside the Numbers with Dan Heckendorf: Lessons from AZ NGA and the Power of a True CFO FunctionFormer AZ NGA CFO Dan Heckendorf, now founder of Astilla, joins Rob Pyne to discuss what it really takes to scale a professional services firm with strong financial discipline and intent. Dan shares lessons from overseeing 30+ advisory firms during a period of rapid growth and reveals the one mistake business owners make that can cost hundreds of thousands to fix later.

2025-11-0641 min

The Trusted Adviser Inside the HPH Client Experience: A Conversation with Zac LeesonIn this episode, Rob Pyne sits down with Zac Leeson, Senior Financial Adviser and HPH Solutions Next-Generation Leader, to explore how the client experience has evolved from being investment-centric to truly life-centred. Zac shares the practical tools, processes, and conversations that help clients connect their financial decisions to what really matters, and reflects on what makes great advice both meaningful and sustainable.

2025-10-2338 min

The Trusted Adviser The Technologists: Practical AI, Platforms & Productivity for Advice FirmsIn this special roundtable episode of The Trusted Adviser Podcast, Rob Pyne is joined by four technologists who are transforming the way advice firms approach technology and AI: Pat Gardner (Collins SBA / Rubica) – on avoiding the “Salesforce plus-plus fallacy” and how Whisper Flow is changing the way advisers interact with AI. Nick Downey (Direct Wealth / Halosoft) – on building Meeting Ally and Advice Ally, the secret to managing 40+ acquisitions, and why process and accountability are the true foundations for AI adoption. Stephen Bell (Captegra) – on using process mining to cut through “workflow spaghetti” and how Zoom has b...

2025-10-091h 00

The Trusted Adviser Profitability, Pricing & Capacity: Data-Driven Insights with Rob Jones of Peloton PartnersIn this episode of The Trusted Adviser podcast, Rob Pyne speaks with Rob Jones, co-founder of Peloton Partners and a leading authority on pricing and profitability in financial advice. Rob shares why many firms leave money on the table, the limitations of traditional benchmarking surveys, and what his unique data reveals about capacity, adviser pay, and the real drivers of profitability. If you want to understand how to price advice fairly and build a more sustainable, profitable business, this conversation is packed with practical insights.

2025-09-251h 04

The Trusted Adviser Strategic Scaling Up: How Calder Wealth Joined Forces with Coastal AdviceIn this episode of The Trusted Adviser, Rob Pyne speaks with Ben Calder, Managing Director of Calder Wealth Management, about the recent merger with Coastal Advice Group. Ben shares the backstory of how years of collaboration and cultural alignment with Dan Brown led to one of Australia’s fastest-growing financial advice businesses. They discuss the role Merchant Investment Management played in bringing the deal to life, the challenges of integration, and the opportunities the merger creates for clients, staff, and the future of the business

2025-09-1136 min

The Rob Maness Show The Quest for Peace: Preventing Another World War | The Rob Maness Show EP 573On this day in 1945, the surrender of the Empire of Japan in World War II was finalized by Emperor Hirohito when he sent his representatives to Tokyo Bay to sign the formal instruments of surrender on 2 September 1945 on board the USS Missouri, bringing the war's hostilities to a close. Looking back on all that has transpired since, we find ourselves once again facing a complex economic and international security environment. The institutions of the post WW2 liberal world that defeated Soviet communism are in tatters, while new institutions are being created by America’s adversaries and friends. The BRICS ef...

2025-09-031h 00

The Trusted Adviser What If Your CRM Could Think? Glenn Elliott on AI in Financial AdviceIn this episode of The Trusted Adviser, Rob Pyne speaks with Glenn Elliott, co-founder of Practifi and founder of Meldus, about how AI and automation are reshaping the advice profession. Glenn shares insights from his journey building Practifi, the importance of open platforms and APIs, and the practical ways agentic AI is already transforming CRM data, compliance, and client engagement. A must-listen for advice firms wanting to future-proof their technology and unlock new levels of productivity.

2025-08-2843 min

The Rob Maness Show The War Will End, When and How Are the Big Questions – More War Monday | The Rob Maness Show EP 565The dramatic events the world witnessed at Elmendorf AFB finally opened the door to a real and lasting peace between Russia and Ukraine, thanks to only one man, President Trump. I have said many times that I will know the war can end only if the President meets one on one with President Putin. That just happened and as I speak to you now, the Ukraine President and European leaders are meeting with the President in Washington to see if they can accept a deal. Are we there yet? I doubt it but we have finally started for real...

2025-08-181h 01

The Trusted Adviser The Rise of Digital Staff: Nick Perrett on AI Workflow Automation at Yarra LaneIn this episode of The Trusted Adviser, Rob Pyne sits down with Nick Perrett, CEO at Yarra Lane Group, to explore how his firm is leveraging AI agents and robotic process automation (RPA) to transform operations across financial planning, tax, and professional services. Nick shares how bots like “Henry” and “Grace” are automating everything from review prep to data entry, running 24/7 inside their Microsoft environment and freeing up valuable human time. They dig into the real numbers, implementation process, cultural impacts, and what this all means for the future of advice delivery. Whether you’re curious about getting st...

2025-08-1451 min

The Trusted Adviser Future-Ready Advice: Talent and Scale with Apt Wealth’s Andrew Dunbar & Abbie GellatlyIn this episode of The Trusted Adviser, Rob Pyne speaks with Andrew Dunbar and Abbie Gellatly from Apt Wealth Partners—an award-winning advice firm known for its strong culture and focus on talent development. They unpack how Apt is preparing for the future of financial advice through structured graduate pathways, transparent career progression, leadership development, employee ownership, and a flexible benefits program that drives engagement and retention. If you’re looking to build a future-ready advice business, this conversation is full of practical takeaways.

2025-07-3154 min

The Trusted Adviser Philip Palaveev on G2 Leadership and the Future of Advisory FirmsWhat does it take to grow a financial planning firm beyond the founder? In this episode of The Trusted Adviser, Rob Pyne speaks with Philip Palaveev, CEO of The Ensemble Practice, about what it really means to lead a team-based advice business. Philip unpacks why leadership is more burden than privilege, how to shift from founder-led to team-driven models, and what it takes to embed vision and trust into culture. 👉 Listen as Philip shares: Why the best leaders stop seeking personal validation and start coaching others How to make the leap fro...

2025-07-1744 min

The Trusted Adviser Growing Stronger Advice Practices with Terri Reid of TraxiomIn this episode of The Trusted Adviser, Rob Pyne speaks with Terri Reid—business coach, consultant, and former financial planner—about the human side of leadership in advice firms. They explore the tensions advice principals face as they grow their businesses, from stepping back as the chief problem solver to building strong team cultures. Terri shares practical tools for empowering staff, improving communication, and reframing leadership at all levels. A valuable conversation for any advice leader wanting to build a business that performs well and feels good to be part of.

2025-07-0345 min

The Rob Maness Show The U.S. Enters War with Iran – More War Monday | The Rob Maness Show EP 541A new dawn broke over the world this morning as the United States appears to be embarked on an attempt to re-establish conventional deterrence by striking the most highly valued targets of our long-term enemy Iran, deep in the heart of enemy territory. The mission was conducted flawlessly from the perspective of the U.S. military, but the larger questions remain: what will be the unintended consequences of America’s actions? Were Iran’s nuclear capabilities destroyed completely so they can never have a nuclear weapon? What will be our next steps? Is a regime change possible by the Iran...

2025-06-231h 03

The Trusted Adviser Rethinking the Backbone of Advice: Stephen Bell on Process-Driven TechnologyIn this episode of The Trusted Adviser, Rob Pyne speaks with Stephen Bell — former adviser, Enzumo founder, and now the driving force behind Captegra and Hivrs. They explore how financial advice firms can shift from clunky tech stacks to streamlined process-driven systems, the power of Salesforce as a source of truth, and the realistic role of AI in advice delivery. Stephen shares his vision for real-time, electronic SOA generation and how automation can free up advisers to do more of what matters — all while staying compliant. A must-listen for any firm ready to modernise their workflows.

2025-06-1939 min

The Trusted Adviser Advocacy, Reform & the Future of Advice – with David Sharpe of Globe Financial PlanningIn this episode, Rob Pyne is joined by David Sharpe, Chair of the Financial Advice Association of Australia and Principal of Globe Financial Planning. David shares his personal journey into financial advice and offers a front-row view of the critical reform efforts shaping the profession today. From CSLR and DBFO to education pathways and red tape reduction, this is a candid and insightful conversation about professional leadership, policy advocacy, and the future of accessible, high-quality financial advice in Australia.

2025-06-0541 min

The Trusted Adviser Future-Proofing Advice Firms – Neil Kendall of Tupicoffs on AI, Cyber Security & Client PortalsIn this episode of The Trusted Adviser, Rob Pyne sits down with Neil Kendall, Managing Director of Tupicoffs and former Chair of the FAAA, to explore how forward-thinking advice firms can leverage technology to lift compliance, protect client data, and deliver a better client experience. Neil shares how his firm uses AI-powered tools like Theta Lake for full-spectrum compliance monitoring, MyProsperity for secure data aggregation, and Salesforce FSC to maintain live, daily balance sheets for every client. From reducing PI premiums to automating training insights and boosting cyber resilience, Neil’s approach is a blueprint for modernising financial advice.

2025-05-2246 min

The Trusted Adviser Building a Brand with Keith Barrett of Reverb MediaIn this episode, Rob Pyne sits down with Keith Barrett, Managing Director of Reverb Media, to explore the power of public relations in financial services. With a background in journalism and two decades in the media industry, Keith shares how strategic storytelling and well-executed PR can help financial planning firms stand out, build trust, and engage meaningfully with both clients and industry. From thought leadership to crisis management, Keith explains how long-term brand building can drive real business outcomes.

2025-05-0851 min

The Rob Maness Show Giving Peace A Chance or More War? | The Rob Maness Show EP 519The emerging three front world war has shifted ever so slowly toward peace but even the most positive of us are highly skeptical we’ll get to a full peace any time soon. On the middle East front, the threat of a US war with Iran seemed to be increasing with very harsh rhetoric over the last month but yesterday President Trump announced the Houthi’s have capitulated and decided they don’t want to die anymore after the sustained bombing campaign of the last two months. Is this a good sign is one of the big questi...

2025-05-071h 00

The Trusted Adviser 🎧 Start Here: The Trusted Adviser TrailerNew to The Trusted Adviser Podcast? This short trailer gives you a quick feel for the show — what it’s about, who it’s for, and why it’s worth following. Hosted by Rob Pyne, each episode features honest conversations with industry leaders in financial advice.

2025-05-0200 min

The Trusted Adviser Building Enduring Advice Practices — Insights from Anthony Warr & Bianca Musico of Warr HuntIn this episode of The Trusted Adviser, Rob Pyne is joined by Anthony Warr and Bianca Musico from Warr Hunt — a firm renowned for its leadership in mentoring, team development and succession planning. Bianca reflects on her journey to becoming the FAAA Certified Financial Planner of the Year in 2024, while Anthony shares the foundational principles that have positioned Warr Hunt as a multiple finalist for Professional Practice of the Year. Together, they unpack the firm’s unique "diamond team" structure, their use of the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS), and how they’ve embraced technology to enhance client experi...

2025-04-231h 13

The Trusted Adviser Unlocking Private Markets: Insights from James Damicoucas & Tom Bernard of Frontier AdvisorsIn this episode of The Trusted Adviser Podcast, host Rob Pyne is joined by James Damicoucas and Tom Bernard from Frontier Advisers to explore the growing accessibility of private markets for financial advisers. They discuss the rise of evergreen funds, key investment structures, and how advisers can integrate private equity, private debt, unlisted property and infrastructure into client portfolios. The conversation covers liquidity considerations, risk-return profiles, and essential due diligence steps for advisers looking to diversify beyond traditional asset classes. Tune in for expert insights on navigating private markets and making informed investment decisions.

2025-04-1043 min

The Trusted Adviser Fast-Tracking Growth: Breaking Business Barriers with Eliza De Pardo In this episode of The Trusted Adviser, Rob Pyne sits down with Eliza De Pardo, founder and director of De Pardo Consulting, to discuss the key insights from her latest white paper, 10 Fast Track Insights: Clearing the Pathway for Growth. With over two decades of experience advising financial firms in the U.S. and Australia, Eliza shares practical strategies for tackling compensation challenges, aligning leadership teams, improving hiring practices, and leveraging technology effectively. They also dive into the critical role of human capital in driving business success, the impact of workplace culture on growth, and how firms c...

2025-03-2747 min

The Trusted Adviser Building a Wealth Management Powerhouse with Cameron Passmore from PWL Capital In this episode of The Trusted Adviser, host Rob Pyne sits down with Cameron Passmore, CEO and Portfolio Manager at PWL Capital and co-host of the Rational Reminder Podcast, to discuss the journey of PWL Capital, its commitment to evidence-based investing, and the firm's recent OneDigital transaction. Cameron shares the key milestones that have shaped PWL’s success, from embracing a client-first philosophy and integrating financial planning with investment management to navigating industry shifts toward fee-based advice. He also delves into the importance of company culture, attracting top talent, and structuring a firm for long-term gro...

2025-03-1355 min

The Trusted Adviser Leadership, Culture and Success with Paul Shepherd and Teneale Laister from Alman PartnersIn this episode, host Rob Pyne sits down with Paul Shepherd and Teneale Laister from Alman Partners, an award-winning financial planning firm. They explore what it takes to build a successful and sustainable financial planning business by focusing on team culture, leadership frameworks, succession planning, and client service excellence. Paul and Teneale provide an in-depth look at their staggered generational ownership structure, their commitment to building a strong team culture through the Heartstyles framework, and how their "AP Way" methodology ensures consistency and accountability across the business. For financial planning business owners seeking to create...

2025-02-2749 min

The Rob Maness Show Russia And America Engage In Peace Talks – More War Monday | The Rob Maness Show EP 482We now know the peace deal to end the Russia-Ukraine war is under way and what the different facets of it look like. The wildcard is Zelensky and he appears to be pushing back hard on the deal, to include publicly insulting President Trump and refusing to sign up to the rare earth mineral US funding security deal he proposed. Maybe the peace problem has been Ukraine all along, and not the NATO leaders like former UK PM Boris Johnson? The bottom line is the Trump administration is now at the table with Russia, the European Union and Ukraine...

2025-02-251h 00

The Trusted Adviser AI Advances in Financial Advice with Nick Downey and Sam Patterson from Direct WealthIn this episode of The Trusted Adviser, host Rob Pyne sits down with Nick Downey and Sam Patterson from Direct Wealth to discuss the transformative role of artificial intelligence (AI) in the financial planning industry. As leaders at the forefront of AI adoption, Nick and Sam share how Direct Wealth leverages AI to enhance efficiency, scale advice delivery, and personalise client interactions like never before. The conversation dives deep into AI's potential to revolutionise workflows, address inefficiencies, and elevate the financial planning profession by augmenting—not replacing—advisers. From real-life applications to philosophical insights about the future of w...

2025-02-1349 min

The Rob Maness Show Ending The War In Ukraine: Sooner Rather Than Later – More War Monday | The Rob Maness Show EP 471But that is the true context of the Russia-Ukraine war, NATO expansion was always our plan, to include Ukraine, and Russia was never going to accept that eventuality. President Trump said during the campaign he could end the war in a day and just wants to stop the killing. Then he retired Army Lt Gen Keith Kellogg as his peace envoy to the effort. General Kellogg does a have a plan, but it seems it will take much longer to get Russia to agree with the proposal, which frankly, seems like a non-starter on its face and key parts...

2025-02-041h 01

The Trusted Adviser Partnering for Success: Insights from David Haintz of Merchant Investment ManagementIn this insightful episode, Rob Pyne welcomes David Haintz, a seasoned wealth management expert and representative of Merchant Investment Management. With 35 years of experience in financial advice and business coaching, David shares his expertise on critical topics such as profitability and productivity ratios, client selection strategies, and Merchant's role in helping advisory firms grow through acquisitions. Discover actionable insights for building high-performing financial planning firms, leveraging AI, and navigating industry trends. David also delves into the unique approach Merchant takes as an equity partner, fostering long-term growth and alignment with their partner firms.

2025-01-3045 min

The Trusted Adviser Leveraging SMAs: Insights from Context Capital with Chris West and Mike ParkerIn this episode, we explore the intricacies of Separately Managed Accounts (SMAs) with Chris West and Mike Parker from Context Capital. SMAs have rapidly emerged as a preferred investment solution, offering transparency, efficiency, and fairness for both advisers and investors. Taking advantage of Chris and Mike's expert knowledge in the world of SMAs, Rob dives into the operational, regulatory, and strategic benefits of SMAs, uncovering their growing impact on the financial planning industry.

2025-01-161h 00

The Trusted Adviser Pricing Mastery with Phil Little from Slipstream Group In this episode, Rob sits down with Phil Little from Slipstream Group for a masterclass on pricing strategies that drive business growth. Phil, a former financial planner and successful business owner turned coach, delves into the importance of regularly reviewing pricing methodologies, tackling outdated fee structures, and ensuring consistency across clients. Together, they explore practical steps to align pricing with business goals, handle client discount requests effectively, and empower teams with fee confidence. Whether you're aiming to enhance profitability, manage growth, or refine client engagement, this episode offers actionable insights to elevate your financial planning practice.

2025-01-0243 min

The Trusted Adviser Acquisitions Unpacked: Scaling Smarter with Dan Brown from Coastal Advice GroupIn this insightful episode of The Trusted Adviser, host Rob Pyne chats with Dan Brown, Principal of Coastal Advice Group, about his extraordinary journey in transforming a small financial planning team into a thriving enterprise. Dan shares the key lessons he’s learned from scaling his business, including how to identify opportunities in acquisitions, the importance of cultural alignment, and the practical differences between “plug-and-play” businesses and “renovator’s delights.” He also dives deep into his philosophy of leadership, emphasising the power of honesty, teamwork, and a growth-oriented mindset to achieve lasting success. Listeners will walk away wi...

2024-12-1957 min

The Trusted Adviser Specialist Insurance Joint Venture Partnerships with Jade Burford from MBS InsuranceIn this episode of The Trusted Adviser, Rob Pyne is joined by Jade Burford, partner at MBS Insurance, to explore the intricacies of personal insurance advice. They delve into the importance of specialisation in financial services, the benefits of joint venture models for wealth planning firms, and the evolving challenges of the insurance industry.

2024-12-0542 min

The Rob Maness Show Giving Peace a Chance Or One Step From the Brink - More War Monday | The Rob Maness Show EP 446According to Jeffrey Sachs we should worry about the nuclear threat. “The US would use nuclear weapons if its back were against the wall. Russia would as well. If a massive invasion took place on Crimea, if there were bombings with US or NATO missiles on Moscow, have no doubt, those red lines exist and could lead to nuclear war. You wouldn’t know any red lines exist based on what NATO country leaders tell their people, in fact, they are quite cavalier toward the country with largest nuclear arsenal in the world. Maybe I’m just wrong to sit he...

2024-12-031h 01

The Trusted Adviser Evaluating Outsourced Back-Office Solutions for Financial Planners: Insights from Aptium AssistIn this episode of The Trusted Adviser, host Rob Pyne speaks with Jerry Kalogeropoulos, the founder of Aptium Assist, a business specialising in outsourced back-office support for financial planners. Together, they explore the growing trend of outsourcing in professional services, specifically focusing on tasks such as paraplanning and client administration within financial planning. Jerry shares insights from his experience on the benefits, challenges, and operational nuances of outsourcing, offering financial planners a comprehensive look at what outsourcing might mean for their business.

2024-11-2141 min

The Trusted Adviser Transforming Financial Planning with Technology: Pat Gardner's Journey with Salesforce CRMIn this episode of The Trusted Adviser, host Rob sits down with Pat Gardner, Technology Lead at Collins SBA and host of the AdviceTech podcast on the Ensombl platform. Pat shares his unique journey from financial planner to tech innovator, highlighting the ways technology is reshaping the financial planning and accounting landscape. Together, they explore the integration of Salesforce CRM at Collins SBA, key software tools that have enhanced their CRM's functionality, and how forward-thinking firms are using technology to elevate client experience and streamline operations.

2024-11-071h 16

The Trusted Adviser Navigating Mergers & Acquisitions in Financial Planning with Richard Hernan from Broadleaf Financial GroupIn this episode of The Trusted Adviser, Rob sits down with Richard Hernan, co-founder of Broadleaf Financial Group, to explore the world of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in the financial planning industry. With over seven years of experience and 18 successful M&A transactions, Richard shares the strategies and lessons he's learned from working with entrepreneurial financial planning firms across Australia. The discussion dives deep into Broadleaf’s unique business model, the growing trend of industry consolidation, and how to build businesses designed to last for generations.

2024-10-2446 min

The Trusted Adviser Financial Planning Business Valuation with Tim Lane: Key Drivers and Succession PlanningIn this episode, Rob sits down with Tim Lane, a seasoned chartered accountant and the founder of FinConnect Advisory Group. Tim has been active in the financial planning industry for 25 years and in this episode, he shares his expertise on the intricacies of valuing financial planning businesses and offers practical advice on succession planning. He delves into the key factors that can drive or detract from a business's value, and how financial advisers can prepare their firms for a profitable sale or transition. Whether you're looking to sell you're business soon or increase its value for long-term growth, t...

2024-10-2148 min

The Trusted Adviser Exploring Employee Share Plans with Rob Pyne, CEO at HPH SolutionsIn this first episode, Rob dives into the detail of the HPH employee share plan, sharing the experiences, challenges, and key takeaways from implementing an employee share scheme to incentivise and reward key staff members. The conversation covers the importance of aligning employee incentives with business growth, and how share plans can be a powerful tool for long-term retention and business success.

2024-10-0946 min

The Rob Maness Show China: Peace or War - More War Monday | The Rob Maness Show EP 398President Donald trump has pledged not to enter into any new wars in his campaign for re-election but can we achieve peace with China under these conditions? “For most of the past century, China was weak militarily in comparison to the United States. Since then, the military balance in the Pacific has shifted dramatically in favor of the PRC. Today, the People’s Republic of China (PRC) boasts the largest army, navy, coast guard and nuclear capable ballistic missile force in the world. It is a nuclear superpower on par with the United States and is on track to exceed...

2024-08-271h 02

The Rob Maness Show Trump Can Split the China – Russia Alliance - Training Tuesday | The Rob Maness Show EP 391“The world has become increasingly dangerous and unstable due to America’s failed strategy of global hegemony, which has been strongly supported by both neoconservative Republicans and neoliberal Democrats. This strategy has incited the formation of a hostile axis consisting of Russia, China, North Korea and Iran. It has also left the U.S. military dangerously overextended and unable to deter aggression leading to the outbreak of major wars in both Europe and the Middle East for the first time in half a century.” President Donald Trump has promised that he would end America’s proxy war in Ukraine within t...

2024-08-1359 min

The Rob Maness Show China: The Largest Navy In The World, America’s Most Capable Adversary - More War Monday | The Rob Maness Show EP 355“China not only has the biggest navy in the world… they’ve been designing a [rocket] force exquisitely over the last 20 years so as to push us out of the region.” — former Select Committee on the CCP Chairman Mike Gallagher. In addition to its third aircraft carrier undergoing sea trials, China has also silently unveiled a groundbreaking development in naval technology: the world's first dedicated drone carrier as it looks to the future of naval aviation. In breaking news just yesterday U.S. officials are privately delivering an unusual warning to telecommunications companies: Undersea cables that ferry internet t...

2024-05-201h 03

The Rob Maness Show The Electromagnetic Pulse Threat to America’s Nuclear Command and Control Systems - Training Tuesday | The Rob Maness Show EP 312America’s nuclear command, control, and communications system was the most reliable and secure communications system in the world during the cold war due to its unique capabilities to transmit the nuclear launch order from the President of the United States to our forces rapidly over a wide network that included electronic, mechanical, and manual means, even during a nuclear attack. The methodology ensured the message was received accurately and within a very short time frame. But today, new Electromagnetic Pulse (EMP) and cyber warfare capabilities call into question our NC3 reliability and security in the case of a nu...

2024-03-0659 min

Struggle and Resistance in the Far North by Rob Pyne Chapter 2 - Growing up in AustraliaChapter Two of Rob Pyne’s Struggle and Resistance in the Far North, is Growing up in Australia. Support the showFollow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/championoftheunderdog/Twitter: https://twitter.com/RobJPyneWebsite: https://www.robpyne.com.au/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@championoftheunderdog#RobPyne #ChampionoftheUnderdog #cotu

2023-08-1419 min

Struggle and Resistance in the Far North by Rob Pyne Chapter 1: Far North QueenslandChapter One of Rob Pyne’s Struggle and Resistance in the Far North, is a glimpse into Far North Queensland politics, history and culture. It is an account of the region’s hidden stories and prominent identities. Rob gives his account in concert with his own personal story.Support the showFollow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/championoftheunderdog/Twitter: https://twitter.com/RobJPyneWebsite: https://www.robpyne.com.au/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@championoftheunderdog#RobPyne #ChampionoftheUnderdog #cotu

2023-05-0738 min

Struggle and Resistance in the Far North by Rob Pyne UFOs Forever (1 of 3)UFOs Forever was written by Robert Hunziker and published in Counterpunch.#aliens #ovnis #flyingsaucer #ufosightings #ufologia #extraterrestrials #ufos #ufology #extraterrestrial #ufosighting Support the showFollow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/championoftheunderdog/Twitter: https://twitter.com/RobJPyneWebsite: https://www.robpyne.com.au/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@championoftheunderdog#RobPyne #ChampionoftheUnderdog #cotu

2023-01-2315 min

Struggle and Resistance in the Far North by Rob Pyne Australian Unions Need to Stop Pinning Their Hopes on the ALP 5/2Owen Bennett is the founding president of the Australian Unemployed Workers’ Union. He is currently writing a book for Interventions on trade unions and unemployment in Australia.Published in Jacobin.Support the showFollow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/championoftheunderdog/Twitter: https://twitter.com/RobJPyneWebsite: https://www.robpyne.com.au/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@championoftheunderdog#RobPyne #ChampionoftheUnderdog #cotu

2022-08-2920 min

Struggle and Resistance in the Far North by Rob Pyne Socialist Economist Paul Oboohov talks elections and the left struggle! 4/2Socialist Economist Paul Oboohov talks elections and the left struggle! Support the showFollow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/championoftheunderdog/Twitter: https://twitter.com/RobJPyneWebsite: https://www.robpyne.com.au/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@championoftheunderdog#RobPyne #ChampionoftheUnderdog #cotu

2022-05-2322 min

Struggle and Resistance in the Far North by Rob Pyne Australia’s Conservatives Are Cynically Courting the Far RightDid you miss “Australia’s Conservatives Are Cynically Courting the Far Right — and It’s Starting to Backfire Lisbeth Latham in Jacobin? Great article, so listen now.Lisbeth can be found @ revitalisinglabour.blogspot.comSupport the showFollow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/championoftheunderdog/Twitter: https://twitter.com/RobJPyneWebsite: https://www.robpyne.com.au/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@championoftheunderdog#RobPyne #ChampionoftheUnderdog #cotu

2022-04-1117 min

Struggle and Resistance in the Far North by Rob Pyne Elon Musk Is Actually Colonizing South Texas by Abe Asher (2/2)On His Way to Theoretically Colonize Mars, Elon Musk Is Actually Colonizing South Texas By Abe AsherPublished in JacobinRob Pyne: Champion of the Underdog!w: http://www.robpyne.com.au t: https://twitter.com/RobJPyne f: https://www.facebook.com/RobJPyne/ I: https://www.instagram.com/robjpyne/ Support the showFollow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/championoftheunderdog/Twitter: https://twitter.com/RobJPyneWebsite: https://www.robpyne.com.au/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@championoftheunderdog

2022-03-2716 min

Team Guru Podcast Episode 169 | Unlock the hidden intelligence in your leadership team | Rob PyneMy guest in this episode author Rob Pyne. Rob is the author of a book called Unlock: Leveraging the hidden intelligence in your leadership team. And in it, he asserts that there are three types of smarts an effective leadership team needs.

2022-02-2433 min

Struggle and Resistance in the Far North by Rob Pyne As Long as Capitalism Exists, the Threat of Fascism Exists 1/2As Long as Capitalism Exists, the Threat of Fascism Exists, By Pete Dolack.Published on 16 January , 2022 in CounterPunch. Episode 1 Season 2Support the showFollow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/championoftheunderdog/Twitter: https://twitter.com/RobJPyneWebsite: https://www.robpyne.com.au/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@championoftheunderdog#RobPyne #ChampionoftheUnderdog #cotu

2022-01-2328 min

Struggle and Resistance in the Far North by Rob Pyne Socialist Alliance Keeps Up The Fight 20/1Socialist Alliance Keeps Up The Fight 20/1Episode 20 - Season 1Rob Pyne - Champion of the Underdog reads "Socialist Alliance Keeps Up The Fight' by Peter Boyle from Green Left.Support the showFollow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/championoftheunderdog/Twitter: https://twitter.com/RobJPyneWebsite: https://www.robpyne.com.au/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@championoftheunderdog#RobPyne #ChampionoftheUnderdog #cotu

2021-11-2814 min

Batch Bitch Ep 57 - The Rumour (Rob) Mill(s) (Masked Singer)Naomi and Danielle talk about the masked singer, the greatest show to hit Australian shores in a long time, and Naomi talks about how much she misses Tony Abbott (but not in a romantic way like Christopher Pyne). All hail our new overlords Lindsay Lohan and Dave Hughes. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

2021-10-191h 04

Struggle and Resistance in the Far North by Rob Pyne If we don't get justice Shut it down! 19/1If We Don’t Get Climate Justice, Shut it Down Published in Counterpunch on 28/-9/21 by PATRICK MAZZAhttps://www.counterpunch.org/2021/09/28/if-we-dont-get-climate-justice-shut-it-down/#ClimateChange #climateemergency #climatecrises #auspol #qldpol #SDGs #GlobalGoals #SDG13 #SDG7 #ClimateActionSupport the showFollow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/championoftheunderdog/Twitter: https://twitter.com/RobJPyneWebsite: https://www.robpyne.com.au/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@championoftheunderdog#RobPyne #ChampionoftheUnderdog #cotu

2021-10-0614 min

Struggle and Resistance in the Far North by Rob Pyne Capitalism is making us Lonely and Sick!Capitalism is making us Lonely and Sick!Yet more evidence of this is provided from the article Capitalism Is Making You LonelyBY COLETTE SHADE. Long before the coronavirus pandemic, we were amid a growing crisis of loneliness. The problem isn’t social media, popular culture, or city living — it’s capitalism.Source: https://jacobinmag.com/2021/08/capitalism-lonliness-social-evaluation-health-socializing-time?mc_cid=5439cb98be&mc_eid=861e0528cfBookmark and Support Jacobin @ https://jacobinmag.com/Support the showFollow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/championoftheunderdog/Twitter: https://t...

2021-09-1709 min

The Dynamic Leader Podcast Episode #64. Interview with Rob Pyne on leadership and leverageI’m this interview Shelley talks to Rob Pyne, CEO and Founder of Realizer, about the potential that exists for leadership teams to work collectively and leverage their unique skills and experience to become greater than the sum of their parts. It’s an insightful conversation that highlights the need to do different and use what already exists to achieve more across an organisation. If you lead leaders then take time to listen to this episode! Grab a copy of Unlock: https://www.robpyne.online/unlock Connect with Rob https://www.link...

2021-08-1043 min

Business Leader Breakthroughs EP 76 - Rob Pyne on Transforming Your Leadership Team Through Emotional IntelligenceRob Pyne, is the author of Unlock: Leveraging the Hidden Intelligence in Your Leadership Team. He is a former Chief Strategy Officer, and now is an adviser to CEOs and senior leaders. He is a leadership coach and facilitator who helps teams unlock their collective intelligence and become smarter than the sum of their parts. In this week’s podcast, Ryan interviews Rob Pyne to discuss how focusing on the EQ of your leadership team before their IQ can create a collective leadership that performs better than any one person ever could alone. This is no easy fea...

2021-08-0247 min

Struggle and Resistance in the Far North by Rob Pyne Climate Change, AstraZeneca & Risk Analysis - Alan Kohler tells us Straight! 18/1Climate change- What we can learn from our reaction to AstraZeneca by Alan Kohler. Alan Kohler writes twice a week for The New Daily. He is also editor in chief of Eureka Report and finance presenter on ABC news.#ClimateChange #climateemergency #climatecrises #auspol #qldpol #SDGs #GlobalGoals #SDG13 #SDG7 #ClimateActionSupport the showFollow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/championoftheunderdog/Twitter: https://twitter.com/RobJPyneWebsite: https://www.robpyne.com.au/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@championoftheunderdog

2021-07-2208 min

Struggle and Resistance in the Far North by Rob Pyne Six Love, Naomi Osaka: Defying Capitalist Decadence in Sport 17/1Six Love, Naomi Osaka: Defying Capitalist Decadence in Sport 17/1By Lekgantshi Console Tleane and published in Counterpunch https://www.counterpunch.org/2021/06/14/six-love-naomi-osaka-defying-capitalist-decadence-in-sport/ Lekgantshi Console Tleane works for the University of South Africa. He can be reached at console.tleane@gmail.comSupport the showFollow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/championoftheunderdog/Twitter: https://twitter.com/RobJPyneWebsite: https://www.robpyne.com.au/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@championoftheunderdog#RobPyne #ChampionoftheUnderdog #cotu

2021-06-2011 min

Fuel Your Body by Miri Krug #2 Schlaf und ErnährungÜber die Folge: In ihrer zweiten Folge begrüßt Miri ihren Nubymi-Coach Rob. Folgene Fragen werden beantwortet: Wie beeinflusst Schlafmangel unsere Lebensmittelauswahl und Erfolg beim Abnehmen? Wieso Rob Süßkartoffeln so liebt Mit welchen Lebensmitteln kann unsere Schlafqualität verbessert werden? Was sind die Probleme für viele Sportler, wenn es um das Thema Schlaf geht? Viel Spaß! Genannte Quellen: Gratwicke M, Miles KH, Pyne DB, Pumpa KL, Clark B. Nutritional Interventions to Improve Sleep in Team-Sport Athletes: A Narrative Review. Nutrients. 2021 May 10;13(5):1586. doi: 10.3390/nu13051586. PMID: 34068512. Walsh NP, Halson SL, Sargent C...

2021-06-0344 min

Struggle and Resistance in the Far North by Rob Pyne Reading "Earth Abuse and the Next Pandemic" 16/1Earth Abuse and the Next PandemicBY STAN COXThis article was originally published by The Land Institute’s Land Report.Stan Cox is the author of The Green New Deal and Beyond : Ending the Climate Emergency While We Still Can (City Lights, May, 2020) and one of the editors of Green Social Thought, where this piece first ran.Support the showFollow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/championoftheunderdog/Twitter: https://twitter.com/RobJPyneWebsite: https://www.robpyne.com.au/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ch...

2021-04-2913 min

The ifa Show Measuring value in an above-the-line propositionMost advisers would not dispute that the industry is moving towards a service-based value proposition that is more about soft skills and client relationships than products and returns. But how do you measure client progress over time when it's not just about numbers on a page? In this episode of the ifa Show, host Sarah Kendell is joined by HPH Solutions managing director Rob Pyne, whose practice took home the FPA Professional Practice of the Year Award in 2020. Rob discusses how his business is turning the intangible into tangible with unique reporting that measures the progress in...

2021-04-2826 min

Struggle and Resistance in the Far North by Rob Pyne How a Guaranteed Income Can Solve Inequality 15/1This week's progressive reading is The Stockton Experiment: How a Guaranteed Income Can Actually Solve Inequality by Sonali Kolhatkar. Published in CounterPunch. Sonali Kolhatkar is the founder, host and executive producer of “Rising Up With Sonali,” a television and radio show that airs on Free Speech TV (Dish Network, DirecTV, Roku) and Pacifica stations KPFK, KPFA, and affiliates. Support the showFollow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/championoftheunderdog/Twitter: https://twitter.com/RobJPyneWebsite: https://www.robpyne.com.au/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ch...

2021-04-0812 min

Biblical Genetics Mutations are not as random as you thinkThe idea that mutations are random is an important concept for evolutionary theory. Yet, multiple areas of research are telling us that mutation placement and type are not at all random. There is also no reason to believe that mutation rates have remained constant over history. Join Dr Rob and he wades into the deep waters of mutation theory. Links: Guiblet WM, et al. 2021. Non-B DNA: a major contributor to small- and large-scale variation in nucleotide substitution frequencies across the genome, Nuc Ac Res 49(3):1497–1516. Sholtis S, Unusual DNA folding increases the rates of mutations, ScienceDaily.com, 9 Feb 2021. Pyne ALB, et al...

2021-04-0121 min

Struggle and Resistance in the Far North by Rob Pyne Amazon's Dirty 'Union Busting' Tactics Exposed 14/1This article by Sonali Kolhatkar was published in CounterPunch on Feb 15, 2021. It was originally produced by Economy for All, a project of the Independent Media Institute.Sonali Kolhatkar is the founder, host and executive producer of “Rising Up With Sonali,” a television and radio show that airs on Free Speech TV (Dish Network, DirecTV, Roku) and Pacifica stations KPFK, KPFA, and affiliates. Why Amazon Is Fighting So Hard to Stop Warehouse Workers From UnionizingBY SONALI KOLHATKARSupport the showFollow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/c...

2021-02-2310 min

Struggle and Resistance in the Far North by Rob Pyne Doughnut Economics Boots Capitalism Out 13/1Doughnut Economics Boots Capitalism Out by Robert Hunziker as published in Counterpunch @ https://www.counterpunch.org/2021/01/31/doughnut-economics-boots-capitalism-out/Enjoy this reading Comrades - positive and hopeful. Support the showFollow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/championoftheunderdog/Twitter: https://twitter.com/RobJPyneWebsite: https://www.robpyne.com.au/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@championoftheunderdog#RobPyne #ChampionoftheUnderdog #cotu

2021-02-1111 min

Struggle and Resistance in the Far North by Rob Pyne The Nazification of the Republican Party 12/1The Nazification of the Republican Party by LORETTA J. ROSSPublished on JANUARY 20, 2021 in Counterpunch:https://www.counterpunch.org/2021/01/20/the-nazification-of-the-republican-party/Support the showFollow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/championoftheunderdog/Twitter: https://twitter.com/RobJPyneWebsite: https://www.robpyne.com.au/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@championoftheunderdog#RobPyne #ChampionoftheUnderdog #cotu

2021-01-2612 min

Struggle and Resistance in the Far North by Rob Pyne Absence of Abortion Rights is Depriving Latin America (11/1)Absence of Abortion Rights is Depriving Latin America of Agency and the Right to ThriveBY TAMARA PEARSONTamara Pearson is a long time journalist based in Latin America, and author of The Butterfly Prison. Her writings can be found at her blog.Support the showFollow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/championoftheunderdog/Twitter: https://twitter.com/RobJPyneWebsite: https://www.robpyne.com.au/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@championoftheunderdog#RobPyne #ChampionoftheUnderdog #cotu

2021-01-1912 min

Struggle and Resistance in the Far North by Rob Pyne The Fist (10/1)Raise a Fist of Solidarity!The time has come for all social progressives to reclaim the fist of solidarity on every occasion we can by Yohuru Williams, Michael G. LongVisit https://progressive.org/Support the showFollow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/championoftheunderdog/Twitter: https://twitter.com/RobJPyneWebsite: https://www.robpyne.com.au/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@championoftheunderdog#RobPyne #ChampionoftheUnderdog #cotu

2021-01-1006 min

Breakfast with Murray Jones Cr Rob Pyne on Paradise Palms decisionMurray Jones from 4CA speaks with Councillor Rob Pyne about his decision to vote against the Paradise Palms development

2020-11-1206 min

Struggle and Resistance in the Far North by Rob Pyne Hoping for a return to normal after Trump? That's the last thing we need. by Yanis Varoufakis 9/1Hoping for a return to normal after Trump? That's the last thing we needYanis Varoufakis published in The Guardian. Support the showFollow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/championoftheunderdog/Twitter: https://twitter.com/RobJPyneWebsite: https://www.robpyne.com.au/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@championoftheunderdog#RobPyne #ChampionoftheUnderdog #cotu

2020-11-1110 min

Struggle and Resistance in the Far North by Rob Pyne Talking Marx with My Mate Mick (8/1)Talking Marx with My Mate Mick: I talk about Karl Marx and marxist theory, in a down to earth way, with my good mate Mick.Rob Pyne: Champion of the Underdog is committed to policies that help people in poverty and save the planet from destructive capitalism.Support the showFollow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/championoftheunderdog/Twitter: https://twitter.com/RobJPyneWebsite: https://www.robpyne.com.au/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@championoftheunderdog#RobPyne #ChampionoftheUnderdog #cotu

2020-10-2428 min

Struggle and Resistance in the Far North by Rob Pyne How the rich are burning our future (7/1)How the rich are burning our future: How the super-rich are exhausting our global carbon budget. Article by Peter Boyle in the "Green Left" October 1, 2020Issue 1283.(Episode 7 - Season 1)Support the showFollow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/championoftheunderdog/Twitter: https://twitter.com/RobJPyneWebsite: https://www.robpyne.com.au/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@championoftheunderdog#RobPyne #ChampionoftheUnderdog #cotu

2020-10-1607 min

The Boys in the Band Podcast 28: The Rifles - The best backstage bars, playing with Paul Weller, appearing on Soccer AM, and much more!This week on The Boys in the Band Podcast we have a Friday night in with Rob Pyne, Grant Marsh and Dean Mumford from The Rifles! There's some great stories about their songwriting and tours - and plenty of merlot and craft beer going around! From reminding Paul Weller how to play Eton Rifles to appearing on Soccer AM, we cover all sorts with the guys - including news on their new album. The Rifles fan? Share your memories of the band with us: Twitter: @TheBITBpod Instagram: @boysinthebandpod Facebook: The Boys...

2020-10-1049 min

Struggle and Resistance in the Far North by Rob Pyne 6/1 Revolutionary Reading of the week, "John Pilger: The Stalinist Trial of Julian Assange".Revolutionary Reading of the week, "John Pilger: The Stalinist Trial of Julian Assange".Support the showFollow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/championoftheunderdog/Twitter: https://twitter.com/RobJPyneWebsite: https://www.robpyne.com.au/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@championoftheunderdog#RobPyne #ChampionoftheUnderdog #cotu

2020-09-2507 min

Green Left Radio Support Network for International Students (SNIS) || Rob Pyne: 'The word socialism is being accepted more widely' || Emergency Housing in VictoriaFeaturing the latest in activist campaigns and struggles against oppression fighting for a better world with anti-capitalist analysis on current affairs and international politics. News-reportsA discussion with our presenters Jacob, Zane and Chloe assessing the State government's COVID-19 roadmap that was announced last Sunday along with the hypocrisy of the right-wing opposition. A discussion with the presenters of a article from The Age titled "Australia Post, Pauline Hanson and the locked down public housing tower"Newsreports from Green Left "Banksy refugee rescue boat saves lives, spreads hope"Interviews and DiscussionsA interview and discussion with Raul Diche long-time member of Migrante Mel...

2020-09-1000 min

Struggle and Resistance in the Far North by Rob Pyne Witnessing the unthinkableWitnessing the unthinkableBY Joëlle GergisNew climate modelling suggests planetary crisis is coming much sooner than previously thought.https://www.themonthly.com.au/issue/2020/july/1593525600/jo-lle-gergis/witnessing-unthinkable?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=The%20Briefing%20-%20Wednesday%2022%20July%202020&utm_content=The%20Briefing%20-%20Wednesday%2022%20July%202020+CID_b79dba6d3b40bdb4a90b1b67549a0c97&utm_source=EDM&utm_term=THE%20MONTHLY#mtr Support the showFollow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/championoftheunderdog/Twitter: https://twitter.com/RobJPyneWebsite: https://www.robpyne.com.au/

2020-08-0512 min

Struggle and Resistance in the Far North by Rob Pyne Environmentalist, Activist and Champion of the people, Anthony Too.Check out my interview with Environmentalist, Activist and Champion of the people, Anthony Too.Support the showFollow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/championoftheunderdog/Twitter: https://twitter.com/RobJPyneWebsite: https://www.robpyne.com.au/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@championoftheunderdog#RobPyne #ChampionoftheUnderdog #cotu

2020-07-3039 min

Struggle and Resistance in the Far North by Rob Pyne The Inertia Bugaboo by ROBERT HUNZIKER - Reading of The WeekThe Inertia Bugaboo by ROBERT HUNZIKER is our Reading of The Week.We are facing Climate Change on steroids. More articles by:ROBERT HUNZIKERRobert Hunziker lives in Los Angeles and can be reached at rlhunziker@gmail.com.Support the showFollow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/championoftheunderdog/Twitter: https://twitter.com/RobJPyneWebsite: https://www.robpyne.com.au/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@championoftheunderdog#RobPyne #ChampionoftheUnderdog #cotu

2020-07-2009 min

Struggle and Resistance in the Far North by Rob Pyne Trump’s Postcard to America From the Shrine of HypocrisyTrump’s Postcard to America From the Shrine of Hypocrisy.Lynnette Grey Bull is a candidate for US Congress. Lynnette serves as Vice President of the Global Indigenous Council and is featured in the critically acclaimed Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW) documentary, Somebody’s Daughter.Published in CounterPunch https://www.counterpunch.org/2020/07/10/trumps-postcard-to-america-from-the-shrine-of-hypocrisy/ Support the showFollow us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/championoftheunderdog/Twitter: https://twitter.com/RobJPyneWebsite: https://www.robpyne.com.au/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@championoftheunderdog#RobPyne #Champio...

2020-07-1218 min

Struggle and Resistance in the Far North by Rob Pyne Episode 1 - My Worst Podcast Ever - 3 June 2020Episode 1 - My Worst Podcast Ever - 3 June 2020My first podcast, recorded with Anthony Too. If you struggle, I am one your side!Solidarity!Rob Pyne: Champion of the Underdog! Disabled, Former MP, Councillor and author: A Socialist who wants people to survive and have a better life. Resist and join the struggle! Occupation: OrganiserEmployer: World Wide Web Book/Website: Struggle and Resistance in the Far North Support the showFoll...

2020-06-0310 min

4PR - Voice of the People 2020 Qld Local Government ElectionsParadigm Shift on community radio 4zzz (fm 102.1 Fridays at noon) is covering Queensland local government elections. This is the first in a series in the lead-up to voting on 28 March 2020. Please contact the announcer Ian on iancurr@bigpond.com if you wish to contribute. Michael Berkman (Member for Maiwar) proposes to stop corporations influencing councils and government from giving political donations. Interviews Ian discusses local government with Rob Pyne from North Queensland. Topics covered are – Is it a Climate change Election? – where power lies – what are councillors paid – corruption in Ipswich and Logan City – Operation Belcarra into how elections are funded – c...

2020-02-0758 min

Skywalking Through Neverland: Keeping the Star Wars Magic Alive Skywalking Through 2019 - Year In ReviewOur 7th Annual Year in Review! On this episode we look back at the highs, lows and surprises of 2019 with special guests Christy Morris (Sabers and Spells) / The 602 Club on Trek FM) and Patrick Pyne (Skywalking Force member). From Baby Yoda to Captain Marvel, Rise of Skywalker to SWCC, Toy Story 4 to Captain Picard, we cover it all. This episode marks the return of "Skywalker of the Week" where one of you lucky listeners will get your very own jingle as composed by Rob Dehlinger (Alpha Rhythm Kings). Marcus Dohring (501st Legion) shares his highlight of...

2020-01-072h 14

Skywalking Through Neverland: A Star Wars / Disney / Marvel Fan Podcast Skywalking Through 2019 - Year In ReviewOur 7th Annual Year in Review! On this episode we look back at the highs, lows and surprises of 2019 with special guests Christy Morris (Sabers and Spells) / The 602 Club on Trek FM) and Patrick Pyne (Skywalking Force member). From Baby Yoda to Captain Marvel, Rise of Skywalker to SWCC, Toy Story 4 to Captain Picard, we cover it all. This episode marks the return of “Skywalker of the Week” where one of you lucky listeners will get your very own jingle as composed by Rob Dehlinger (Alpha Rhythm Kings). Marcus Dohring (501st Legion) shares his highlight of 2019...

2020-01-072h 14

Monday Breakfast Ex-Parliamentarians serving the interests of multinational companies; Slutwalk in Melbourne; Australia's history of media suppression; Inadequacy of Newstart for Aboriginal peoples in remote communities; Sci-Fi at Red Stitch Theatre7:00 Acknowledgement of country7: 05 Alice and I chat about Tell it like it is, an interactive forum on First Nations hip hop celebrating the First Nations people's voice and featuring acclaimed artists Munkimuk, Oetha, Neil Morris, Philly and special guests. Arts Centre Melbourne, Oct 31st 7:15 Peter Miller from Deakin University on ex-parliamentarians lobbying for multinational alcohol and gambling companies and Senator Rex Patrick's concerns about former Defence Minister Christopher Pyne becoming a consultant for EY to assist expansion of their defence business. 7:30 SlutWalk Melbourne: Alice chats with Mev Taylor about Slutoween, the fundraiser held on the weekend and Slutwalk coming up in November1...

2019-10-2700 min

Monday Breakfast Drag Story Time, Pine Gap, Pyne Breaches Ministerial Standards, Reprieve for the Bight, Coles and Woolies Urged to Leave BCA7:15 Once upon a Drag Story Time. Kimberly Twiner, from POPOMOCO tells us about their show Once upona Drag Story Time being performed at Footscray Community Arts Centre on July 13 th at 2:00pmhttp://footscrayarts.com/event/once-upon-a-drag-storytime/7:30 Pine Gap’s role in Australian Defence Policy 2019. Professor Richard Tanter, Senior Research Associate with the Nautilus Institute for Security and Sustainability updates us about the role of Pine Gap in US/Australian defence policy.7:45 Christopher Pyne’s appointment to EY breaches Ministerial Standards. Senator Rex Patrick on former defence minister Christopher Pyne’s appointment as defence consultant to Ernst and Young (EY) within twomonth...

2019-06-3000 min

All About Agatha Christie Getting Happy with Parker Pyne: The Gate of Baghdad by Agatha ChristieParker Pyne is still abroad, spreading his statistician-acquired cynical know-how the same way his forebears spread smallpox, this time on a "Pullman coach" across the desert from Damascus to Baghdad in which a sock may or may not have been used to murder someone. Where's Rob Kardashian when you need him? Fortunately, he's right here!

2019-04-2727 min

ROTG Presents Emma Pyne & Michelle Thorn – The Art of Comedy, Dealing with Fear, & Throwing Punches – EP104Emma Pyne & Michelle Thorn are comedians, artists, and co-producers of a live comedy show called Throwing Punches, which is held once per month in LA’s Universal City. The show brings together a diverse line-up of comics and is remarkable in thatevery show has both up-and-coming comics and seasoned comics (includingsome of the most successful in the field).I was delighted to chat with both ladies a few weeks back about the art of comedy, dealing with fears, curating the show, the process of creating ‘bits’ and so much more. As wit...

2019-04-1658 min

American Journal of Public Health Podcast AJPH MARCH 2019: “FAITH-BASED ORGANIZATIONS AND THE PUBLIC HEALTH DIALOGUE” (ENGLISH)A multifaith team of guest editors, led by Ellen Idler, and comprising Anwar Khan, Jeff Levin, and Tyler VanderWeele, has assembled a set of articles illustrating how faith-based organizations have contributed to public health at the local, state, or global levels. I further discuss if the mission of public health is compatible with views expressed by some religious congregations that appear to contradict the fundamental principles of equity and health. My interviewees are Ellen Idler (Emory), Bill Foege (Emory), Rob, Pyne (St Norbert) , and Mimi Kiser (Emory).

2019-02-0631 min

GeoffEbbs The Cage 6th March 2017Lock yourself in for the rest of this hour with me Maddie Watt and Geoff Ebbs and we will Discuss the electrification and digitisation of plants and biology. Hear from the Rob Pyne, the man who took abortion up to the Queensland Parliament but was rebuffed at the altar. Tear apart the Generator News with John James To get us in the mood though, we will hear, as we usually do at this hour, the Rant of the Week. Over the last month we have focused on rants against racism. This week we move to gender issues with a clip...

2017-03-0731 min

GeoffEbbs Abortion Bill AbortedRob Pyne talks about the failure of the Qld Labor Government to protect women from the enslavement of their bodies by conservative institutions

2017-03-0707 min

Living the Dream Living the Dream - Last Drinks in (the workers) Paradise? In this episode of Living the Dream Jon (@JonPiccini) and Dave( @withsobersenses) talk about the meltdown of politics in Queensland and the failure of the ALP government to carry out a coherent plan to address the decline in capital accumulation and facilitate social reproduction. Rob Pyne resigning from Labor(#corbynofcairns ?), candidates sending dicks pics and the shared anti-political language of both sides of the referendum campaign show a political class in freefall and deeply out of touch with the concerns of everyday people. Should we care? Or just point and laugh? What is the relationship o...

2016-03-1545 min

Green Left Radio Interviews with Sally Richardson, Rob Pyne and Susan Price.Weekly news roundup with discussion, analysis and interviews.Australian News:Mardi Gras 2016: still political; https://www.greenleft.org.au/node/61270International News:Sanders scores big upset with tight Michigan win; https://www.greenleft.org.au/node/61272Ireland: Establishment parties hammered, anti-austerity vote rises; https://www.greenleft.org.au/node/61235Celebrations as Basque political prisoner Arnaldo Otegi freed; https://www.greenleft.org.au/node/61234Interviews:Sally Richardson, national director of the Safe Schools Coalition Australia program, is interviewed by Lalitha Chelliah on the issue of bullying of LGBTI children in high schools.Rob Pyne, MP and local community activist from Cairns...

2016-03-1000 min

The Paid to Play Podcast Paying Sight and Sound Forward: Matt Bond – Episode 38I'm pretty sure that I said that Matt Bond puts the rest of us to shame when I first chatted with him at the beginning of 2013. At the time, Matt had successfully overcome the ongoing pain from a pair of broken legs that had put an end to his career in the music industry by becoming a freelance photographer. Since then, Matt's photography business has only flourished, but he's also got back into music, returning to his beloved guitar and becoming a studio producer for local talent. On top of those, he's added video shooting and editing to his already we...

2015-02-2835 min

2015-02-2800 min

The Paid to Play Podcast Episode 18: Jeffrey Rufino, Social Media GuyIt's easy to think about starting your own business in terms of how it's going to solve your fiscal problems, but if Jeff Rufino were happy with simply bringing the cash in, he could have stuck with playing poker at the Casino every night. Instead, twelve months ago, Jeff took a chance on a belief of his - that social media could help Cairns' struggling businesses get more customers through the door - and went into business for himself. In that time, he's built himself a reputation as the local Social Media Guy, has formed a company of equally passionate in...

2012-12-0800 min

2012-12-0826 min

The Paid to Play Podcast Episode 13: Leigh Dall’Osto, SupplementalLeigh Dall'Osto is one of my more popular guests, and her story of going from the campaign trail of a local government election to opening a successful fusion of cafe and community centre in Edmonton, on Cairns' south side, has garnered some interest outside the podcast too. A few weeks ago I was talking with one of the writers at work about the podcast, and he asked me if I could pen a few words about career changes with Leigh as the sample case. I submittted a draft, and he asked if I could get Leigh to tell me more...

2012-11-0300 min

2012-11-0314 min