Five of My Life

#154 Tracey Spicer

 Tracey Spicer is a multi Walkley Award winning author, journalist and broadcaster, who was awarded the Order of Australia for her 30 years of media and charity work. It was an enlightening chat as we discussed her Five of My Life Choices.
Follow Tracey on X HERE, Instagram HERE, purchase her book 'Man Made' HERE and her best selling memoir 'The Good Girl Stripped Bare' HERE
Watch Tracey's TEDx talk HERE
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#153 Robert Connolly

 Multi-award winning Robert Connelly is one of Australia's most acclaimed film makers, with an international career spanning over 30 years. Perhaps best known as the director and writer of Balibo and the producer of Romulus My Father, this conversation took place soon after he reunited with Eric Banner to make the sequel to their popular feature film, The Dry.
Robert's latest film is Force of Nature: The Dry 2 - watch the trailer HERE
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#152 Brett Mason

Former politician and diplomat, Brett Mason, was first elected to Australian Federal Parliament in 1998. Going on to enjoy a long and varied career, including stints both as senator for Queensland and Australia's ambassador to the Netherlands. Also a successful author, his wonderful book 'Saving Lieutenant Kennedy' tells the incredible story of how an Australian hero helped save the life of a young JFK. His response to the Five of My Life challenge highlights this incredible career and life.
Find Brett on X HERE and LinkedIn HERE
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#151 Tom Nash

Tom Nash is a quadruple amputee, giving him a unique view on life and how to make the best of it. His experience serves sharply to put ones own problems in their proper perspective. As a gifted story teller and curious mind, Tom shares deep insights into problem solving, how to be anti-fagile and more - via the Five of My Life challenge.
Contact Tom Nash HERE and follow him on Facebook HERE, X HERE , LinkedIn HERE and Instagram HERE
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#150 Celebrating IWD with Wendy McCarthy

To celebrate International Women's Day we are re-releasing this episode with the feminist icon Wendy McCarthy. Wendy is one of Australia's most revered public figures. An author and businesswoman, she has worked for reform in many important sectors in Australia. Her Five of My Life choices reflect this, her deep advocacy for women's reproductive rights and her desire for equality.
Find Wendy's Book Don't Be Too Polite Girls HERE
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#149 Michelle Stephenson

Michelle Stephenson has enjoyed high profile success across a wide range of international media roles. Perhaps best known for presenting the national news on Australian radio for over a decade, this conversation was a delightful and thought provoking 'turning the tables' insight into her own life and views. With topics ranging from mistaken identities, motherhood and the state of the media to music festivals and more.
Follow Michelle on Instagram HERE and X HERE
Listen to Michell's podcast I Spied 
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#148 Eddie Jones

Eddie Jones is one of the highest profile rugby coaches the world game has ever seen - with controversial stints coaching the English, Australian and Japanese national teams. This episode was recorded the day after it was announced that he was returning to coach Japan for the second time and reveals a fascinating insight into the man behind the headlines.
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#147 Maeve O’Meara

Maeve O'Meara's whole life revolves around food. In this episode the much loved celebrity chef, author, journalist, and businesswoman takes us on a safari through her childhood, career and relationships - all through the lens of her deep love of food. Her zest for life and passion for food culture is delightfully engaging. Warning: you may feel hungry after listening to this episode 
Find Maeve on IG HERE and FB HERE
Find more info on Gourmet Food Safari's HERE
Check out Maeve's General Store and Cafe 'Beach Safari' on the South Coast HERE
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#146 Josh Szeps

The first guest for 2024 is Josh Szeps. He is a well travelled Australian radio presenter, TV producer and presenter, founding host of Huff Post Live, writer and most recently, highly successful podcast host. On his podcast Josh strives to have 'Uncomfortable Conversations', without descending into the all too predictable screaming matches that we so often see in the media. This is an insightful, articulate conversation where we learn more about the man behind the microphone, as he responds generously to the Five of My Life challenge.
Find Josh on social media and contact him HERE
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#145 Sean Turnell

Sean Turnell is an economics professor who has recently published a book called 'An Unlikely Prisoner'. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said what Sean Turnell endured in his 650 days of incarceration "is something that no human being should have to endure, yet he has done so with grace and, even in inhumane conditions, with profound humanity".  Hear about his remarkable experience and the techniques he used to survive through his Five of My Life choices.
Buy Sean's book - 'An Unlikely Prisoner' HERE
Follow Sean Turnell on X HERE
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