Inside Downunder

In Episode 5, we sit down with tourism legends and all-around larrikins, Ron Livingston and Robbie Bastion. With decades of experience in inbound tourism and the travel trade, these cherished industry figures bring a treasure trove of stories from the days before the internet and the Euro, when tourism was an adventure fuelled by friendships and genuine connections. Their light-hearted charm and wealth of experience infuse this episode with vibrant energy and intel, making their reflections not just interesting, but truly captivating. As passionate advocates for selling Australia, Ron and Robbie skilfully weave tales that capture the spirit of this stunning country, inspiring the industry, just as they have for years. Tune in for an unforgettable journey filled with laughter, insight, and nostalgia!We’d love it if you connect with us on our socials and join in on conversations with tourism industry legends:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inside_downunderFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InsideDownunderPodcastDo you want to be a guest or a future sponsor? Contact one of our hosts:Ben Woodward: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benwoodward77/Lisa Chambers: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-chambers-84650a22/Nikki Giumelli: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikkigiumelli/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Step into the vibrant world of Australian tourism with Inside Downunder, your passport to the heart of the industry. Produced in the vibrant city of Cairns (Gimuy), hosts Ben Woodward, Lisa Chambers, and Nikki Giumelli invite you on a journey deep into the inner workings, captivating stories and evolving trends of Aussie tourism. Join us as we shine a spotlight on remarkable professionals and enthusiastic newcomers, celebrating their dedication to crafting unforgettable experiences for visitors to Oz!In Episode 3, we delve into the stellar career of JOS – doesn’t require much of an introduction as he is well known within our industry. Heading up Tourism Australia for 5 years before stepping into the CEO role at Experience Co. John O'Sullivan, fondly known to the industry as JOS is here with us today to talk about his journey, which is an interesting one and how he got to where he is today, the leader he is today and everything in between. JOS, welcome our show and thank you for joining us. In this episode, JOS’ journey to leadership and his memorable tenure at Tourism Australia take centre stage, along with interesting and banter-filled discussions on the nuances of the Aussie tourism industry. Strap in for lots of laughter and some absolute pearlers of insights in this episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the inaugural episode of Inside Downunder, the podcast that takes you deep into the heart of the Australian tourism industry. Produced in the vibrant city of Cairns (Gimuy), hosts Ben Woodward, Lisa Chambers and Nikki Giumelli delve into the internal workings, stories and trends of the Aussie tourism industry, spotlighting remarkable professionals & bright-eyed newcomers and celebrating their stories, passion and dedication to providing unforgettable experiences to visitors from around the globe.Wanting to get an exclusive sneak peek into this year’s gAyTE, with a hint on some of the participants vying to become the Queen Of Victoria? Then tune in to a brand new podcast – Inside Downunder – which will take you deep into the heart of the Australian tourism industry. This first episode delves into the wonderful world of ATE and gAyTE with special guest Brian Hennessy, aka Coral Spawn – the reigning Queen of Queensland Tourism! Brian shares insights of his memorable 2023 gAyTE performance, as well as drawing on his experience in over 40 years in travel and tourism.Connect with Inside Downunder onInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/inside_downunderFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InsideDownunderPodcastDo you want to be a guest or a future sponsor? Contact one of our hosts: Nikki Giumelli: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikkigiumelli/Ben Woodward: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benwoodward77/Lisa Chambers: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-chambers-84650a22/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.