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The Psychology Behind High Performance Burnout | Andrea Levinson - EP163
May 27, 2026
49m 54s
He Risked Bankruptcy To Ship ONE Prototype Overseas | Ben Norris - EP162
May 20, 2026
1h 04m 48s
Breaking Down What The 2026 Australian Budget Actually Means with ABC's Chris Harris | EP161
May 13, 2026
48m 12s
The Dangerous Comfort Trap Most People Fall Into | Jarrod Lee - EP160
May 6, 2026
44m 53s
The Night That Rewired How Sam Coward Sees The World | EP159
Apr 29, 2026
1h 03m 26s
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| 5/27/26 | ![]() The Psychology Behind High Performance Burnout | Andrea Levinson - EP163 | Andrea Levinson spent 25 years helping businesses and leaders perform at the highest level, before realising the version of success she had chased no longer aligned with who she truly was. From climbing the corporate ladder as an organisational psychologist to redefining her relationship with ambition, burnout, identity, and fulfillment, Andrea’s story is a powerful reminder that achievement without alignment eventually catches up with us. - Get in touch with Andrea Levinson https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrealevinson/ - Andrea’s Quick Fire Answers What does success mean to you? “Joyful bigness. Getting to experience lots of joy and positive emotion while doing things I feel called to do.” What does happiness mean to you? “Beautiful coffee, sitting outside staring at the sky, snuggling my daughter, and listening to the ocean.” What’s your normal morning routine these days? “Walking along the beach, coffee, school drop-off, then mindfulness and breathing exercises before work.” What piece of advice would you put on a billboard for the world to see? “If you don’t love your work, find a way to enjoy something about it and move toward a better version of work for you.” Who would you suggest as a future guest on the show? “Julie Fedeli and Sandra.” - Listen To The Podcast https://pod.link/1683066164?view=apps&sort=popularity - Find Us On Social Media https://www.instagram.com/sxhpod - Chapters (00:00:00) - Intro (00:00:41) – Chapter 1 | Redefining Success & Identity (00:20:26) – Chapter 2 | Burnout, Hustle Culture & The Cost of Achievement (00:45:22) - Quick Fire Questions (00:49:12) - Outro - #podcast #leadership #burnout | 49m 54s | ||||||
| 5/20/26 | ![]() He Risked Bankruptcy To Ship ONE Prototype Overseas | Ben Norris - EP162 | Ben Norris built one of the fastest-rising gym equipment brands in the world after spending 18 months barely selling a single machine. In this conversation, the founder of Citadel Strength opens up about autism, getting bullied through school, learning human interaction from scratch, and turning blind self-belief into a global manufacturing company now operating in 21+ countries. Ben shares how he went from modifying gym machines in local gyms to building what many now call the best bodybuilding equipment in the world, all from a tiny Sunshine Coast workshop with his brother and almost no money. He also explains the mindset behind entrepreneurship, why most people quit too early, and how persistence, obsession, and purpose changed his life completely. - Get in touch with Ben Norris - https://www.instagram.com/bnorris1992/ - Ben’s Quick Fire Answers What does success mean to you? “The ability to manage my time where I can do what I want to do.” What does happiness mean to you? “Having purpose, discipline and something meaningful to work towards.” What’s your normal morning routine these days? “Wake up, answer international customer emails and messages, train, then work until late at night.” What piece of advice would you put on a billboard for the world to see? “If you want to do something amazing, get amazing people around you.” Who would you suggest as a future guest on the show? “Daniel from McNaught Trucking, Hamish from Sydney gyms, or Christie from World Gym.” - Listen To The Podcast https://pod.link/1683066164?view=apps&sort=popularity - Find Us On Social Media https://www.instagram.com/sxhpod - Chapters (00:00:00) - Introduction (00:01:31) – Chapter 1 | Growing Up Feeling Different (00:07:24) – Chapter 2 | Learning Human Connection (00:13:17) – Chapter 3 | Discovering The Fitness Industry (00:18:26) – Chapter 4 | Starting Citadel Strength (00:22:12) – Chapter 5 | Betting Everything On One Opportunity (00:29:35) – Chapter 6 | The Video That Changed Everything (00:36:52) – Chapter 7 | From No Sales To Global Demand (00:45:34) – Chapter 8 | Learning Business On The Fly (00:51:29) – Chapter 9 | Scaling A Global Manufacturing Company (00:56:13) - Quick Fire Questions (01:04:01) - Outro - #podcast #fitnessindustry #businessmindset | 1h 04m 48s | ||||||
| 5/13/26 | Breaking Down What The 2026 Australian Budget Actually Means with ABC's Chris Harris | EP161 | Chris Harris is back to break down the 2026 federal budget and what it actually means for everyday Australians. From property investing and negative gearing to CGT, inflation, interest rates and discretionary trusts, Chris unpacks the real-world impact behind the headlines. - Get in touch with Chris Harris https://www.ords.com.au/adviser/chris-harris - Chris’ Quick Fire Answers What does success mean to you? “To be able to make decisions and do things that I really want to do.” What does happiness mean to you? “Sitting on the bar and riding around the property, seeing the birds fly through the valley, catching up with friends and enjoying simple things.” What’s your normal morning routine these days? “I try to get up, go to the gym, do a quick workout, then get home or prepare for the radio for ABC, whether that’s at home or at the office.” What piece of advice would you put on a billboard for the world to see? “Keep your hands in your pockets for five minutes. Watch this carefully, because there are lots of moving parts.” Who would you suggest as a future guest on the show? “Matt Shrewd, the former CEO of Youi, or one of the guys I play golf with on a Saturday morning.” - Listen To The Podcast https://pod.link/1683066164?view=apps&sort=popularity - Find Us On Social Media https://www.instagram.com/sxhpod - Chapters (00:00:00) - Introduction (00:00:48) – Chapter 1 | The Budget, Inflation & Australia’s Economic Position (00:17:55) – Chapter 2 | Property, Negative Gearing & Capital Gains Tax (00:34:15) – Chapter 3 | Discretionary Trusts, Tax Changes & Investor Uncertainty (00:44:01) - Quick Fire Questions (00:47:36) - Outro - #Podcast #FederalBudget #Economy #PropertyInvesting #NegativeGearing #CapitalGainsTax #Inflation #InterestRates | 48m 12s | ||||||
| 5/6/26 | ![]() The Dangerous Comfort Trap Most People Fall Into | Jarrod Lee - EP160 | Jarrod Lee turned adversity into fuel, building a 35+ person business empire from a small-town upbringing, relentless work ethic, and an obsession with growth. From buying a business during COVID after losing his job, to navigating leadership, fatherhood, and the pressure of scaling companies, Jarrod shares the mindset that keeps him moving forward no matter how hard things get. - Get in touch with Jarrod Lee - https://baileyanddalton.com.au - Jarrod’s Quick Fire Answers What does success mean to you? “Having a business that will pay for my family to live when I’m not here.” What does happiness mean to you? “Knowing that you’re working towards tomorrow being better than today.” What’s your normal morning routine these days? “Getting the kids up, spending time with them, then my partner goes to the gym and I head off to work.” What piece of advice would you put on a billboard for the world to see? “Just do it. Put in the effort.” Who would you suggest as a future guest on the show? “Brett Evans.” - Listen To The Podcast https://pod.link/1683066164?view=apps&sort=popularity - Find Us On Social Media https://www.instagram.com/sxhpod - Chapters (00:00:00) - Introduction (00:00:34) – Chapter 1 | From Small Town Electrician To Business Owner (00:20:53) – Chapter 2 | Why Effort & Persistence Always Win (00:40:45) – Quick Fire Questions (00:44:17) - Outro #podcast #businessmindset #entrepreneurship | 44m 53s | ||||||
| 4/29/26 | ![]() The Night That Rewired How Sam Coward Sees The World | EP159 | Sam Coward’s life was shaped by chasing attention—until a single moment with his daughter completely changed his purpose. From theatre stages to becoming one of the Sunshine Coast’s most recognisable radio voices, Sam’s journey is filled with raw lessons on identity, authenticity, and redefining success. - Get in touch with Sam Coward https://www.instagram.com/samcowardxs/ - Sam’s Quick Fire Answers What does success mean to you? “Finding your niche and excelling in it.” What does happiness mean to you? “Having fun in every opportunity and making someone smile.” What’s your normal morning routine these days? “Up at 3:15am, straight into prep for radio, reading multiple news sources and building the show.” What piece of advice would you put on a billboard for the world to see? “Be true.” Who would you suggest as a future guest on the show? “Ash, or Min Swan.” - Listen To The Podcast https://pod.link/1683066164?view=apps&sort=popularity - Find Us On Social Media https://www.instagram.com/sxhpod - Chapters (00:00:00) - Introduction (00:00:43) – Chapter 1 | Childhood, Theatre & Chasing Attention (00:33:53) – Chapter 2 | The Moment That Changed Everything (00:42:24) – Chapter 3 | Radio, Authenticity & Real Connection (00:53:12) - Quick Fire Questions (01:02:50) - Outro - #podcast #storytelling #radio #purpose | 1h 03m 26s | ||||||
| 4/22/26 | ![]() This Mindset Built an Iconic Business | Ferre De Deyne - EP158 | Ferre De Deyne’s journey from Belgium to the Sunshine Coast is a story of adventure, entrepreneurship, and a relentless pursuit of happiness. From adrenaline-fuelled business ventures to building one of the most significant Indigenous art collections, Ferre shares how following passion can shape an extraordinary life. In this episode, Ferre dives into his migration story, building iconic tourism experiences, balancing risk in business, and why creativity is essential to happiness. - Get in touch with Ferre De Deyne - N/A https://www.bigkart.com.au - Ferre’s Quick Fire Answers What does success mean to you? “Success gives me happiness—it’s the realisation of the fun that I’m seeking and the ability to give fun to other people.” What does happiness mean to you? “Happiness is being happy about being successful and giving people fun.” What’s your normal morning routine these days? “I wake up around 6–6:30, get moving, go for a walk or do Pilates, have coffee with my wife, and plan the day together.” What piece of advice would you put on a billboard for the world to see? “Rule number one—it has to be fun. Be creative.” Who would you suggest as a future guest on the show? “Terry Irwin.” - Listen To The Podcast https://pod.link/1683066164?view=apps&sort=popularity - Find Us On Social Media https://www.instagram.com/sxhpod - Chapters (00:00:00) - Introduction (00:00:15) – Chapter 1 | From Belgium to Australia: Chasing Adventure (00:18:38) – Chapter 2 | Creativity, Art & Building a Life of Meaning (00:33:52) – Quick Fire Questions (00:39:13) - Outro - #podcast #entrepreneurship #creativity | 39m 52s | ||||||
| 4/15/26 | ![]() 3 Year Celebration Plus Our Favourite Episode with Adriano Zumbo | EP157 | From building a dessert empire to losing it all, Adriano Zumbo’s story is a masterclass in resilience. Adriano shares the highs of rapid success and the brutal lessons of losing everything. In this episode, we revisit one of our most powerful early conversations with Adriano Zumbo, exploring his journey from humble beginnings to national fame, the collapse of his business empire, and how he’s rebuilding his life and craft today. - Get in touch with Adriano Zumbo https://adrianozumbo.com - Adriano’s Quick Fire Answers What does success mean to you? “I’ve achieved a lot, but I haven’t yet succeeded in what I truly want to achieve.” What does happiness mean to you? “Doing what you love and finding small things—like a bubble tea—that genuinely make you happy.” What’s your normal morning routine these days? “Early starts, getting into the kitchen, and focusing on creating again.” What piece of advice would you put on a billboard for the world to see? “Set small goals and don’t chase someone else’s version of success.” Who would you suggest as a future guest on the show? “Kit Harington (Jon Snow) from Game of Thrones.” - Listen To The Podcast https://pod.link/1683066164?view=apps&sort=popularity - Find Us On Social Media https://www.instagram.com/sxhpod - Chapters (00:00:00) - Introduction (00:03:41) – Chapter 1 | From small-town NSW to finding creativity in baking (00:16:32) – Chapter 2 | Building a dessert empire and MasterChef fame (00:31:15) – Chapter 3 | Losing it all, burnout, and rebuilding life (01:22:50) - Quick Fire Questions (01:27:36) - Outro #podcast #entrepreneurship #resilience | 1h 28m 19s | ||||||
| 4/8/26 | ![]() How to Turn Pain Into Purpose - The Real Story Behind Lookout 07 with Dr Leon Stensholm | EP156 | He turned unimaginable loss into a movement that’s saving thousands of young lives. Dr Leon Stensholm shares his journey from self-doubt, career-ending injuries, and the devastating loss of his brother to suicide, into building a life of purpose through mental health advocacy. This episode reveals how pain, when faced head-on, can become a force for impact. Get in touch with Dr Leon Stensholm at Lookout 07 - https://lookout07.org.au - Dr Leon’s Quick Fire Answers What does success mean to you? “Joy. If you’ve got joy in your heart, everything else follows.” What does happiness mean to you? “Happiness is short term. Joy is something deeper that you can choose every day.” What’s your normal morning routine these days? “Up around 5am, straight to work, lights on, music on, coffee, and quiet reflection. Same routine every day.” What piece of advice would you put on a billboard for the world to see? “Be kind. It’s free.” Who would you suggest as a future guest on the show? “Paul Morton and Steve Hurst” - Listen To The Podcast https://pod.link/1683066164?view=apps&sort=popularity - Find Us On Social Media https://www.instagram.com/sxhpod - Chapters (00:00:00) - Introduction (00:00:50) – Chapter 1 | From self-doubt to resilience (00:16:32) – Chapter 2 | Losing his brother & finding purpose (00:31:15) – Chapter 3 | Building Lookout 07 & saving lives (00:54:10) - Quick Fire Questions (00:58:01) - Outro - #podcast #mentalhealth #resilience | 58m 43s | ||||||
| 4/1/26 | ![]() Family Lawyer Reveals The Hard Conversations You’re Avoiding | Alicia Lucas - EP155 | She went from growing up in a blended family of 19 to leading a family law division - Alicia Lucas brings both lived experience and legal expertise to some of life’s hardest conversations. Her journey into law and family law reveals a deep understanding of relationships, conflict, and what truly helps people move forward. This episode is a masterclass in communication, separation, and building stronger relationships. - Get in touch with Alicia Lucas - www.thompsonlegal.com.au - Alicia Lucas’s Quick Fire Answers What does success mean to you? “Constantly being a better version of who I was yesterday and improving on myself.” What does happiness mean to you? “Family.” What’s your normal morning routine these days? “Normally horrific—up early, getting the kids ready, making lunches, and getting everyone out the door.” What piece of advice would you put on a billboard for the world to see? “We have to do the hard stuff—have the hard conversations.” Who would you suggest as a future guest on the show? “Leah—her story is phenomenal.” - Listen To The Podcast https://pod.link/1683066164?view=apps&sort=popularity - Find Us On Social Media https://www.instagram.com/sxhpod - Chapters (00:00:00) - Introduction (00:00:41) – Chapter 1 | Alicia’s upbringing & journey into law (00:13:43) – Chapter 2 | Relationships, communication & separation insights (00:40:10) - Quick Fire Questions (00:42:46) - Outro - #podcast #familylaw #relationships | 43m 23s | ||||||
| 3/25/26 | ![]() If You Fix These 9 Standards, Everything Changes | Solo - EP154 | In this solo episode, we break down the 9 standards Rich is trying to live by every day. From doing hard things and managing your emotions, to building strong relationships, staying grateful, and actually enjoying the process — these are the principles shaping how I show up in life and business. - Listen To The Podcast https://pod.link/1683066164?view=apps&sort=popularity - Find Us On Social Media https://www.instagram.com/sxhpod - Chapters (00:00:00) - Introduction (00:00:56) – Chapter 1 | We Do Hard Things (00:02:14) – Chapter 2 | Be Objective About Your Emotions (00:04:22) – Chapter 3 | Communicate Clearly (00:06:35) – Chapter 4 | Be Authentic and Courageous (00:08:14) – Chapter 5 | Don’t Play the Victim (00:12:14) – Chapter 6 | Become Someone You’d Admire (00:14:58) – Chapter 7 | Build a Team and Fight for Them (00:16:11) – Chapter 8 | Be Grateful for the Opportunity (00:17:16) – Chapter 9 | Have Fun (00:18:26) - Outro - #podcast #selfimprovement #mindset | 21m 59s | ||||||
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| 3/18/26 | ![]() You’re Using Stress Wrong... | Richard Burrows - EP153 | Rich Burrows is redefining how we understand performance under pressure. From coaching elite athletes to building Resistance Lab, Rich’s journey is all about mastering your internal state to perform when it matters most. You’ll learn how to regulate your nervous system, build resilience through daily practice, and develop the ability to perform on command. - Get in touch with Rich Burrows - https://resistancelab.com - Listen To The Podcast https://pod.link/1683066164?view=apps&sort=popularity - Find Us On Social Media https://www.instagram.com/sxhpod - Chapters (00:00:00) - Introduction (00:00:47) – Chapter 1 | Mastering Your Internal State Under Pressure (00:11:45) – Chapter 2 | Measuring Performance: HRV, Energy & Data (00:28:32) – Chapter 3 | Breathwork & Real-Time Nervous System Control (00:39:31) - Outro - #podcast #resilience #breathwork | 40m 12s | ||||||
| 3/11/26 | ![]() The Brutal Ocean Seven Challenge Explained | Mark Sowerby - EP152 | Mark Sowerby lost his billion-dollar company, his public reputation, and most of his wealth — and rebuilt himself by swimming some of the most dangerous oceans on earth. From founding the ASX-listed investment firm Blue Sky to becoming one of the few people pursuing the brutal Ocean Seven marathon swims, Mark’s story is about resilience, identity, and what happens when life pulls the rug out from under you. - Mark’s Quick Fire Answers What does success mean to you? “Success means survival. Being able to get through difficult times and stay in the game.” What does happiness mean to you? “Trying to be the best person I can be and staying disciplined to my values.” What’s your normal morning routine these days? “I wake up early around 4:30–5:00, grab a coffee, review my paper diary, run my day through my behavioural filters, plan my actions, and often swim.” What piece of advice would you put on a billboard for the world to see? “Get outside your comfort zone earlier in life and experience hard things sooner.” Who would you suggest as a future guest on the show? “Michael Klim.” - Listen To The Podcast - Find Us On Social Media https://www.instagram.com/sxhpod - Chapters (00:00:00) – Chapter 1 | From Billion Dollar Founder to Starting Over (00:12:27) – Chapter 2 | Blue Sky Collapse & Rebuilding Identity (00:44:03) – Chapter 3 | Ocean Seven, Courage & Life After Trauma (00:50:51) - Quick Fire Questions - #podcast #oceanswimming #resilience | 56m 26s | ||||||
| 3/4/26 | ![]() How Sunshine Coast Lightning’s Ava Black Went From Farm Girl to Netball Superstar | EP151 | Ava Black is one of the most exciting young athletes in Australian netball, but her journey to the Suncorp Super Netball league came with years of sacrifice, relentless grind, and a devastating ACL injury just as momentum was building. From growing up on a farm near Toowoomba to chasing a professional dream, Ava’s story is a powerful lesson in resilience, identity beyond sport, and the unseen work behind elite performance. In this episode, Ava shares the reality of chasing professional sport at a young age. The sacrifices, the pressure, the grind of being a training partner, and the emotional rollercoaster of suffering a season-ending ACL injury. She opens up about rebuilding her mindset, finding purpose beyond the court, and how adversity helped her grow both as an athlete and a person. You’ll learn how to build resilience through setbacks, why identity outside your career matters, and what it really takes to succeed in elite sport. - Ava’s Quick Fire Answers What does success mean to you? “Success is reflection on the balance in my life. It’s not just netball or achievements — it’s who I am outside of sport and having multiple passions.” What does happiness mean to you? “Having a really strong group of people around you who support you and celebrate your success as if it’s their own.” What’s your normal morning routine these days? “Usually a 6am wake up, coffee first, then something active — training, gym, or coaching before heading into the day.” What piece of advice would you put on a billboard for the world to see? “Think about where you want to be in five years and hold yourself accountable to that vision.” Who would you suggest as a future guest on the show? “Ash Ervin — she has an incredible story and passion outside of netball as well.” - Listen To The Podcast https://pod.link/1683066164?view=apps&sort=popularity - Find Us On Social Media https://www.instagram.com/sxhpod - Chapters (00:00:00) - Introduction (00:00:48) – Chapter 1 | Growing Up on a Farm & Chasing the Netball Dream (00:18:52) – Chapter 2 | Breaking Into Professional Netball (00:39:20) – Chapter 3 | ACL Injury, Identity & Building Resilience (00:50:26) - Quick Fire Questions (00:54:29) - Outro - #podcast #netball #womenssport | 55m 15s | ||||||
| 2/25/26 | ![]() If You Struggle With Confidence, Watch This... | Nikki Fogden-Moore - EP150 | Leadership philosophy is built on radical self-belief, resilience, and redefining success on your own terms. From surviving a traumatic school bus accident at 12 to becoming a global high-performance strategist, keynote speaker, and author of Radical Self-Belief, Nikki Fodgen-Moore’s story is one of grit, gratitude, and conscious leadership. In this episode we unpack what real leadership looks like in today’s world. Explore radical self-awareness, the power of pausing, why happiness is a business metric, and how to create cultures at home, and at work - where authenticity thrives. Nikki shares practical tools for resetting your nervous system, building resilience, and leading with intention rather than convenience. You’ll learn how to lead yourself first, embrace hard things, reframe ambition without sacrificing happiness, and create sustainable high performance in your life and business. - Get in touch with Nikki Fogden-Moore - https://www.nikkifogdenmoore.com - Nikki’s Quick Fire Answers What does success mean to you? “Healthy, wealthy and happy — and being number one at any given moment, really satisfied exactly where you’re at.” What does happiness mean to you? “It’s a richness, a vibration, a playfulness. It’s loving hard, hugging my dog, doing challenging work I care about. It’s part of my oxygen.” What’s your normal morning routine these days? “I’m up before sunrise. I walk or run, grab coffee, work early while my brain is sharp, and protect my 5–7am time. No one gets access to me before then.” What piece of advice would you put on a billboard for the world to see? “Gratitude. Whatever you’re going through, come back to what’s amazing and available to you right now.” Who would you suggest as a future guest on the show? “Mark Mathews.” - Listen To The Podcast https://pod.link/1683066164?view=apps&sort=popularity - Find Us On Social Media https://www.instagram.com/sxhpod Chapters (00:00:00) - Introduction (00:00:38) – Chapter 1 | We Do Hard Things: Redefining Success & Self-Leadership (00:22:28) – Chapter 2 | Radical Self-Belief, Trauma & Conscious Leadership (00:45:46) - Quick Fire Questions (00:55:31) - Outro #podcast #leadership #selfbelief | 56m 17s | ||||||
| 2/18/26 | ![]() Building a Better World for Neurodivergent Minds | Vicky Little - EP149 | The future of work is neurodiverse, and most leaders aren’t ready for it. Vicky Little’s story is one of lived experience, late diagnosis, and a career dedicated to transforming workplaces from the inside out. As a nationally recognised neuroinclusion specialist who has partnered with over 500 organisations, Vicky combines personal insight with two decades of frontline expertise to challenge outdated systems and build psychologically safe, inclusive environments. In this episode, we unpack neurodivergence, late ADHD diagnosis, masking, burnout, workplace barriers, and how leaders can shift from assumption to empathy. We explore the rise in diagnosis, the Gen Z conversation, the realities of autism and ADHD in professional environments, and why universal design is the future of work. You’ll learn how to create psychologically safe teams, support neurodivergent employees without labels or assumptions, rethink recruitment and performance processes, and lead in a way that benefits everyone — not just a few. Get in touch with Vicky Little – https://www.linkedin.com/in/vicky-little-1856278/?originalSubdomain=au Vicky’s Quick Fire Answers What does success mean to you? “Being authentic, doing meaningful work, and creating positive change — while celebrating the micro moments and small wins along the way.” What does happiness mean to you? “Finding joy in the micro moments — family, connection, sunshine, the ocean, music, and gratitude for the everyday.” What’s your normal morning routine these days? “It varies. With young kids it can be chaotic. Coffee is essential. I don’t follow the stereotypical ‘perfect morning’ routine — I’ve learned to work with my natural rhythm.” What piece of advice would you put on a billboard for the world to see? “Be a good human. Be kind, authentic, empathetic — and don’t make assumptions.” Who would you suggest as a future guest on the show? “Suzanne Colbert — founder of the Australian Disability Network and a pioneer in driving disability inclusion within organisations. Listen To The Podcast https://pod.link/1683066164?view=apps&sort=popularity Find Us On Social Media https://www.instagram.com/sxhpod Chapters (00:00:00) – Introduction (00:00:44) – Chapter 1 | What Is Neurodivergence & Why Diagnosis Is Rising (00:16:58) – Chapter 2 | Workplace Barriers, Masking & The Social Load of Work (00:39:24) – Chapter 3 | Gen Z, Labels & The Rise of Neurodiversity (00:51:16) – Chapter 4 | Medication, Toolkits & Shared Responsibility (00:57:51) – Chapter 5 | The Future of Work & Universal Design (01:04:02) – Quick Fire Questions (01:11:27) – Outro #podcast #neurodiversity #leadership | 1h 12m 06s | ||||||
| 2/11/26 | ![]() Stop Growing Your Business Blind | Adrian Nisbet - EP148 | Adrian Nisbet nearly lost the family business before he learned what the “end game” really meant. From working in his parents’ factory at age ten to putting wages on a personal credit card, Adrian has lived the pressure most founders quietly carry. In this episode, he shares how defining your end game isn’t about selling — it’s about building a business that serves your life. In this episode, Adrian breaks down succession planning, creeping normality, pricing blind spots, founder identity shifts, and why most family businesses lack the right support. He explains how to write your “end game” on the back of a beer coaster and why simplicity beats 200-page strategy decks. You’ll learn how to define success on your terms, avoid financial drift, build governance the right way, and design a business that outlasts you. - Get in touch with Adrian Nisbet – https://www.theendgame.com.au/ - Adrian’s Quick Fire Answers What does success mean to you? “Helping founders in a way they haven’t been helped before — seeing the difference it makes in their lives.” What does happiness mean to you? “Removing the things that make you unhappy and not chasing the next big thing.” What’s your normal morning routine these days? “Up around 5:30am, some form of exercise before the kids wake up — it’s hard to make time later.” What piece of advice would you put on a billboard for the world to see? “Don’t worry so much. It will be okay.” - Listen To The Podcast https://pod.link/1683066164?view=apps&sort=popularity - Find Us On Social Media https://www.instagram.com/sxhpod - Chapters (00:00:00) - Introduction (00:00:43) – Chapter 1 | Defining The End Game & Founder Identity (00:19:54) – Chapter 2 | Succession, Governance & Growing Beyond The Founder (00:25:53) – Chapter 3 | Practical Strategy: Pricing, Mindset & Avoiding “Creeping Normality” (00:35:59) - Quick Fire Questions (00:40:30) - Outro - #podcast #entrepreneurship #exitstrategy | 41m 10s | ||||||
| 2/4/26 | ![]() The 1% Rule That Changed His Life | Michael Kain - EP147 | From surviving the GFC to rebuilding from the brink, Michael Kain’s journey is a masterclass in resilience, leadership, and long-term thinking. Growing up on the Sunshine Coast in an Italian family that valued hard work and community, Michael went on to build Devcon into one of the region’s most respected development and construction businesses. In this episode, Michael shares the realities of navigating economic collapse, buying out business partners at rock bottom, and rebuilding culture-first leadership through compounding effort. You’ll learn how resilience can be both a strength and a curse, why culture is the ultimate competitive advantage, and how long-term thinking shapes businesses that actually last. Get in touch with Michael Kain - https://devconpropertygroup.com.au - Michael’s Quick Fire Answers What does success mean to you? “Fun.” What does happiness mean to you? “Family.” What’s your normal morning routine these days? “Gym at 5:30 or 6:30, breakfast, then into meetings.” What piece of advice would you put on a billboard for the world to see? “Make a decision, commit to it 100%, and don’t second guess yourself.” Who would you suggest as a future guest on the show? “Graham Hobbs or Kathleen Hope.” - Listen To The Podcast https://pod.link/1683066164?view=apps&sort=popularity - Find Us On Social Media https://www.instagram.com/sxhpod - Chapters (00:00:00) – Intro (00:00:48) – Chapter 1 | Growing Up on the Coast (00:16:12) – Chapter 2 | Compounding Effort & Resilience (00:22:56) – Chapter 3 | Entering Property & Early Failure (00:33:17) – Chapter 4 | Surviving the GFC & Mining Collapse (00:36:55) – Chapter 5 | Buying Out Partners & Rebuilding (00:48:53) – Chapter 6 | Culture as the Competitive Advantage (01:05:45) – Quick Fire Questions (01:10:42) – Outro #podcast #development #culture | 1h 11m 18s | ||||||
| 1/28/26 | ![]() The Leadership Framework Shaping Future Generations | Michelle Carroll - EP146 | She’s shaped generations of young people by putting character before credentials. Michelle Carroll’s story spans decades of educational leadership, from leading elite girls’ schools in Melbourne to becoming Principal of Matthew Flinders Anglican College here on the Sunshine Coast. Her work is centred on one powerful belief: great education builds great humans. In this episode, Michelle shares what real leadership in education looks like today, how schools can better support young people in a fast-changing world, and why character, belonging, and purpose matter more than ever. You’ll learn what modern leadership looks like, how to develop resilience and emotional intelligence in young people, and why participation, service, and strong role models shape lifelong success. - Michelle's Quick Fire Answers What does success mean to you? “Having people participate fully in what’s in front of them.” What does happiness mean to you? “The freedom to walk from point to point and see nature unfold — a lizard, a sea eagle, a whale passing by.” What’s your normal morning routine these days? “Early mornings, some exercise outdoors, and a coffee before heading into school.” What piece of advice would you put on a billboard for the world to see? “Listen to understand, not to respond.” Who would you suggest as a future guest on the show? “A graduate — hearing the voice of an 18-year-old would be powerful.” - Listen To The Podcast https://pod.link/1683066164?view=apps&sort=popularity - Find Us On Social Media https://www.instagram.com/sxhpod - Chapters (00:00:00) – Intro (00:00:45) – Chapter 1 | The Responsibility of School Leadership (00:04:56) – Chapter 2 | Michelle’s Journey into Education (00:12:23) – Chapter 3 | Defining Leadership in Young People (00:25:49) – Chapter 4 | Building Character, Belonging & Purpose (00:45:31) – Quick Fire | Success, Happiness & Advice (00:48:07) – Outro - #podcast #education #leadership | 48m 45s | ||||||
| 1/21/26 | ![]() What It Really Takes to Be World-Class | Sam Lucas - EP145 | From the outside, mastery looks effortless, but the real story is written in sacrifice. Sam Lucas is a world-class cellist whose life has been shaped by obsession, discipline, and an unrelenting pursuit of excellence. From growing up in a deeply musical household to performing and studying across Europe, Sam’s journey reveals what it truly costs to chase greatness, and why fulfilment isn’t found at the finish line. In this episode, Sam shares his path from prodigious talent to international performer, the mental and physical toll of elite musicianship, and how endurance sport transformed his performance on stage. Together, we explore high performance, identity, sacrifice, and the delicate balance between success and happiness. You’ll learn what elite mastery really demands, why marginal gains matter, how physical fitness supports creative excellence, and how to sustain a long career without losing yourself along the way. - Sam’s Quick Fire Answers What does success mean to you? “The pursuit of happiness in what you do, and being able to live from it while having a positive effect on the world.” What does happiness mean to you? “Appreciation for the world you live in, doing well for your family, being ethical, and keeping a sound mind.” What’s your normal morning routine these days? “In winter, I sleep in as late as possible, have cereal or a bagel, shower, and head to rehearsals. In summer, I usually start the day with a run or mobility work.” What piece of advice would you put on a billboard for the world to see? “Start physical sport early. Take care of your body — it takes care of your mind.” Who would you suggest as a future guest on the show? “My professor — one of the most philosophical and switched-on people I know.” - Listen To The Podcast https://pod.link/1683066164?view=apps&sort=popularity - Find Us On Social Media https://www.instagram.com/sxhpod ⸻ Chapters (00:00:00) – Intro (00:00:47) – Chapter 1 | Growing Up Inside Music (00:06:01) – Chapter 2 | The Path to Elite Performance (00:16:52) – Chapter 3 | The Cost of Mastery (00:29:24) – Chapter 4 | Running, Recovery & Resilience (00:54:06) – Quick Fire Questions (00:58:41) – Outro - #podcast #classicalmusic #highperformance | 59m 19s | ||||||
| 1/14/26 | ![]() 25 Years of Not Quitting | Kirsten Jackson - EP144 | From turning grief into colour, Kirsten Jackson’s art proves that pain can become purpose. After losing her Mum at just 14, Kirsten found refuge in painting. A practice that would evolve into a globally recognised abstract art career built on flow, endurance and creative truth. Her story is one of resilience, patience, and trusting the long game. In this episode, Kirsten shares her journey from childhood loss to building a thriving international art business, navigating rejection, self-doubt, motherhood, health challenges, and the discipline required to keep creating over decades. You’ll learn how to find flow in your work, why endurance matters more than talent, how to turn passion into a sustainable business, and what it really means to keep going when there’s no finish line. Get in touch with Kirsten Jackson – www.kirstenjackson.com.au - Kirsten’s Quick Fire Answers What does success mean to you? “Continuing to do what I love, staying true to my values, and never stopping the creative journey.” What does happiness mean to you? “Presence, freedom, and being deeply connected to what I’m doing.” What’s your normal morning routine these days? “Early starts, movement, time in the studio, and creating before the day takes over.” What piece of advice would you put on a billboard for the world to see? “Keep going — even when it feels slow, it’s all adding up.” Who would you suggest as a future guest on the show? “Dr Wesley.” - Listen To The Podcast https://pod.link/1683066164?view=apps&sort=popularity - Find Us On Social Media https://www.instagram.com/sxhpod - Chapters (00:00:00) – Intro (00:00:43) – Chapter 1 | Finding art through grief and flow (00:06:47) – Chapter 2 | From passion to profession (00:20:44) – Chapter 3 | Health, resilience and endurance (00:24:47) – Chapter 4 | Scaling creativity without losing balance (00:40:36) – Quick Fire Questions (00:42:55) – Outro #podcast #art #resilience | 43m 30s | ||||||
| 1/7/26 | ![]() This Is What Pressure Does To Your Brain | David Watson - EP143 | Great leaders don’t fail under pressure, their brains do. Today David Watson returns to unpack what actually happens in your mind when stress hits, and how the best leaders learn to regulate themselves before leading others. In this episode, David shares hard-earned insights from working across eight countries in some of the world’s highest-pressure environments. We dive deep into emotional intelligence under stress, amygdala hijacks, peak performance curves, and why understanding yourself is the foundation to leading high-performing teams. You’ll learn how to lead calmly in chaos, avoid emotional contagion, manage pressure without burnout, and create psychological safety that lifts performance rather than shuts it down. Get in touch with David Watson – https://neurolead.net.au - David Watson’s Quick Fire Answers What does success mean to you? “Being able to do what gives you joy, consistently.” What does happiness mean to you? “Happiness isn’t constant — it’s a feeling of clarity, openness, and willingness to engage.” What’s your normal morning routine these days? “Early wake-up, phone out of the bedroom, water with creatine and salt, affirmations, speech practice, and grounding before the day starts.” What piece of advice would you put on a billboard for the world to see? “Understand and lead yourself first — or your brain will make decisions for you.” - Listen To The Podcast https://pod.link/1683066164?view=apps&sort=popularity - Find Us On Social Media https://www.instagram.com/sxhpod - Chapters (00:00:00) – Intro (00:00:44) – Chapter 1 | Leading Under Pressure & Emotional Intelligence (00:32:33) – Chapter 2 | Peak Performance, Pressure & Burnout (00:58:14) – Quick Fire Questions (01:04:28) – Outro - #podcast #leadership #highperformance #neuroscience | 1h 05m 11s | ||||||
| 12/31/25 | ![]() Sean Turnell’s Unbelievable Story of Optimism & Survival | EP142 | He survived 650 days falsely accused of spying and imprisoned in a foreign country, an experience that reshaped his understanding of resilience, meaning, and the human spirit. Professor Sean Turnell’s journey from Australian economist to political prisoner in Myanmar is one of the most extraordinary stories of endurance in modern times. In this episode, Sean shares how imagination, history, and the concept of the hero’s journey helped him survive solitary confinement, uncertainty, and the constant threat of death. From economic reform and political collapse to meditation, meaning, and perspective, this is a conversation that goes far beyond geopolitics. You’ll learn what real resilience looks like when everything is stripped away, how perspective can become a survival tool, and how to find meaning in your own “box” moments when life pulls the floor out from under you. Get in touch with Sean Turnell – https://www.seanturnell.com - Sean’s Quick Fire Answers What does success mean to you? “Doing work that matters, with integrity, and knowing you’ve helped others along the way.” What does happiness mean to you? “A sense of meaning, perspective, and connection, especially with the people you love.” What’s your normal morning routine these days? “Early mornings, quiet reflection, reading, and easing into the day with purpose.” What piece of advice would you put on a billboard for the world to see? “Control what you can, especially your attitude.” - Listen To The Podcast https://pod.link/1683066164?view=apps&sort=popularity - Find Us On Social Media https://www.instagram.com/sxhpod - Chapters (00:00:00) – Intro (00:00:48) – Chapter 1 | Childhood, Imagination & the Foundations of Resilience (00:05:15) – Chapter 2 | Economics, Purpose & Helping Fragile Nations (00:12:48) – Chapter 3 | Myanmar, Reform & the Road to Imprisonment (00:28:16) – Chapter 4 | Arrest, Isolation & Life Inside the Prison Cell (00:54:45) – Chapter 5 | Survival, Meaning & the Hero’s Journey (01:05:37) – Chapter 6 | Release, Reflection & Life After Prison (01:17:05) – Quick Fire Questions (01:19:31) – Outro - #podcast #resilience #humanspirit #myanmar | 1h 20m 10s | ||||||
| 12/24/25 | ![]() Are Purple Socks a Christmas Photo Crime? | Ted & Franks - EP141 | Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from the Success x Happiness crew. As tradition dictates, Rich is joined by his two eldest kids, Teddy and Franks, for a Christmas Eve yarn about life, school, fears, goals, siblings, and what it’s really like being a kid right now. From surprisingly deep life lessons to absolute chaos, this conversation is equal parts heartfelt and hilarious. Headphone listeners… you’ve been warned. - Listen To The Podcast https://pod.link/1683066164?view=apps&sort=popularity - Find Us On Social Media https://www.instagram.com/sxhpod - Chapters (00:00:00) – Introduction (00:00:33) – Chapter 1 | Chaos (00:10:14) – Outro - #podcast #family #christmas | 10m 41s | ||||||
| 12/17/25 | ![]() The Truth About Depression Medication | Dr Jim Lagopoulos – EP140 | For decades, we’ve treated mental health like guesswork, but what if the science has been pointing somewhere else all along? Dr Jim Lagopoulos has spent his career challenging the foundations of modern psychiatry, using brain imaging, neuroscience and precision treatments to reshape how we understand mental illness. In this conversation, you’ll learn why traditional approaches are failing, what the data really says, and how new brain-based interventions could change millions of lives. You’ll learn why most current treatments underperform, how stress physically reshapes the brain, what role lifestyle really plays, and why the future of mental health care lies in personalised, brain-based medicine rather than population averages. Get in touch with Dr Jim Lagopoulos – https://www.thompsonbrainandmind.com.au ⸻ Dr Jim Lagopoulos’ Quick Fire Answers What does success mean to you? “Mental health no longer being front and centre because so many people are suffering.” What does happiness mean to you? “Family, friends, climbing mountains and time together.” What’s your normal morning routine these days? “Up around 4–5am, in the office by 6–7am, emails, reviewing patient charts and getting the team ready for the day.” What piece of advice would you put on a billboard for the world to see? “Trust your instincts.” Who would you suggest as a future guest on the show? “Dr Megan Dutton or Professor Adam Kane.” ⸻ Listen To The Podcast Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/1CCrfi7eB3zlANJ81D1C72?si=4221bec96c244a0c Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/success-x-happiness/id1683066164 ⸻ Find Us On Social Media https://www.instagram.com/sxhpod ⸻ Chapters (00:00:00) – Introduction (00:00:45) – Chapter 1 | Are We Treating Mental Health the Wrong Way? (00:17:02) – Chapter 2 | From Guesswork to Brain Science: Rethinking Mental Health Care (00:46:34) – Quick Fire Questions (00:49:17) – Outro ⸻ #podcast #mentalhealth #neuroscience #brainhealth | 50m 00s | ||||||
| 12/10/25 | ![]() What It Really Takes To Scale a Medical Practice | Dr Vas Srinivasan – EP139 | From surviving family bankruptcy at age 11 to becoming one of Australia’s most innovative orthodontists, Dr Vas Srinivasan’s story is a masterclass in resilience, courage, and possibility. Raised in a traditional Indian household, shaped by hardship and responsibility, and driven by the opportunities of the Western world, Vas carved an extraordinary path across India, the US, the UK, and ultimately the Sunshine Coast. His journey blends academia, entrepreneurship, aviation, and building one of the region’s most recognisable specialist practices. In this episode, we unpack Vas’s childhood lessons, his global pursuit of knowledge, his courageous all-in business decisions, his philosophy on victimhood and ownership, and the legacy he hopes to leave for his family and community. You’ll learn how to turn adversity into drive, how to think bigger in business, how to build and lead high-performing teams, and how to raise grounded kids in a privileged world. Get in touch with Dr Vas Srinivasan – https://www.invisibleorthodontics.com.au - Dr Vas Srinivasan’s Quick Fire Answers What does success mean to you? “To be able to provide to others who may not have the same option all the time.” What does happiness mean to you? “What I’m doing right now.” What’s your normal morning routine these days? “Normally between 4:30 and 5am, simple workout, prepare for the day, then quality time with family and a peaceful night’s sleep.” What piece of advice would you put on a billboard for the world to see? “Live for today. Build for tomorrow.” Who would you suggest as a future guest on the show? “Mark Barclay or Min Swan.” - Listen To The Podcast Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/1CCrfi7eB3zlANJ81D1C72?si=4221bec96c244a0c Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/success-x-happiness/id1683066164 - Find Us On Social Media https://www.instagram.com/sxhpod - Chapters (00:00:00) – Introduction (00:00:47) – Chapter 1 | Childhood Lessons, Resilience & Early Ambition (00:23:04) – Chapter 2 | From Global Study to Building a World-Class Practice (00:42:36) – Chapter 3 | Risk, Courage, Leadership & Building Teams (00:51:32) – Quick Fire Questions (00:53:58) – Outro - #podcast #success #orthodontics | 54m 40s | ||||||
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