All about Massage Therapy with Hannah Luksch

Massages have been around for centuries, and it has been used as an alternative therapy or complementary medicine. It is based on the idea that the body has natural healing abilities which can be activated through touch. Not only do they help with muscle tension, aches, and pains, but they also promote relaxation and sleep. A good massage will go a long way in calming your muscles, nerves, and mind. Everyone needs a massage at one point in life and knowing what to expect is the first step. So, what should you expect when you go to get a massage? And how do you maximize your experience?

Join the conversation with Hannah Luksch as she shares all about massage therapy and her experience in the space. Hannah is a qualified massage therapist, and she is passionate about massages and has a true love for making people feel better. Her experience includes working with a wide variety of clients, from professionals to athletes and older adults.

During this episode, you will learn about;

[00:01]Pre-show talk

[02:22]About our guest today's Hannah Luksch

[05:00] What inspired Hannah to get into the massages therapy

[08:48] Muscles that trigger headaches and how to massage them

[10:37] How does a massage works in relieving muscle tension

[11:30]The services Hannah’s offers and their benefits

[13:23] Hannah's clientele and how's she transitioned into working for herself

[15:00]Hannah’s professionalism at work and the sessions she does on a regular day

[16:11] Hannah’s fatigue levels from doing the massages

[17:19]How many jobs have Hannah had? Find out

[21:36] Why Hannah has so much love for dogs

[24:05] Hannah’s top five Disney Shows

[25:18] Common misconceptions about massage therapy

[27:04]Hannah’s dream locations to travel and what she likes doing

[33:39] Something you'll be surprised to know about Hannah

[39:14] People who inspire Hannah to keep going in her career

[42:02] The most popular massage therapists

[43:06] Episode wrap up

Notable Quotes

● Everyone needs a massage; the benefits can never be compared to the cost.

● Headaches are often related to tight muscles.

● A good massage will go a long way in calming your muscles, nerves, and mind.

MMA Amateur Fighters Tournament Coming Up This Weekend with Logan Miller

Amateur MMA fighters compete in boxing, kicking, punching, grappling, and wrestling. It is a sport where each fighter has a chance to get the win by knockout or submission. Amateur MMA fights create a lot of potential opportunities for growth, and fighters can make a career out of their sport if they continue to train hard and fight competitively. However, they have to face the reality of being punched, kicked, and choked out by their opponent and learn how to cope with these situations and find ways to win without taking too many risks.

There are many benefits from amateur MMA fighting, especially when it comes to self-defence training. It’s also a great entertainment sport that provides fighters with ways to get their hands on fighting experience and learn skills. People love the adrenaline rush they get from watching it.

Join the conversation with Logan Miller, an amateur MMA fighter. Logan shares about amateur fights, and how he got into martial arts. He also shares his experience after losing in his previous fight and how he has been preparing to win in the upcoming amateur MMA fight tournament this weekend.

Tune in!

During this episode, you will learn about;

[01:11]A bit about Logan Miller’s background

[04:21]When amateur fighting become a profession for Logan

[06:12]Doing something that you want to do in life

[10:28] Logan plan A and what he’s planning for his next step

[13:41] Why Logan left his apprenticeship to follow his passion

[17:03]How Logan got into Martial Arts

[19:39]Why fight sport is so much harder than a gym practice

[21:08] Why it’s hard to knock people out when you’re lighter than 70 kilos

[22:52] Punching rhythm - you’ve to subconsciously pick what is coming next

[26:24] Practicing how to set, break and change to different rhythms in a fight

[27:26]Why Logan moved from Muay Thai to MMA fights

[31:16] Why losing in his previous fight was a relief and a learning point for Logan

[34:02]About the upcoming fight sport, and why Logan had to get in shape

[36:19] Coaches that Logan emulates and how he trains to get technically better

[38:36] Where to start if you want to get into MMA amateur fights

[40:16]Fire names session for creative answers

[45:31]Where you can watch Logan fights this coming weekend

[46:24]Find out who inspires Logan in his space

Notable Quotes

How To Building A Successful Business In The Digital Age with Anthony Murphy 

With the advent of technology, businesses have been able to branch out and take on a new life. Technology is not going away. It will continuously change the way businesses function, impact how we live and how we work. The best way to ensure success is optimizing your technology -be it in marketing, online presence, or social media- always take into account your needs and limitations as a business. One way of this is by knowing how you can manipulate technology in order to make your business more productive and provide products that reflect the needs of your consumers. 

Join the conversation with Anthony Murphy as he shares how you can achieve your business success in the digital age. Anthony is an entrepreneur, digital marketer, podcast host, and the founder and CEO of AttentionMedia, a digital marketing agency based in Shepparton. Their mission is to help business with their digital marketing in order to achieve results that tie into their business objectives and increase their overall revenue using technology. 

During this episode, you will learn about; 

[02:24] What to go for, Spotify or Apple podcast platform 

[03:20] Anthony background information 

[06:54] Anthony career aspiration growing up and working in a family business 

[07:51] How Anthony dropped from university to take a management position 

[09:05] Why Anthony resigned from his father’s business and his transition to a part-time career 

[12:25] Anthony’s perspective on social media and his passion for marketing 

[13:45] What to expect in our interaction and the advancements in technology 

[16:25] Tips on cultivating a healthy balance between your career and technology life 

[17:49] The strategies they employ in helping businesses with digital marketing 

[20:00] Describing your ideal client avatar and focus on their success 

[22:11] The importance of building your online presence in today’s digital age 

[23:37] Google ads and how to gauge how well you’re selling via conversion 

[25:43] You can be a business owner even if you don’t like social media 

[27:23] The ideal time to ask the question ‘who’ and delegate 

[28:57] Anthony’s vision and goal in the business space 

[31:35] The truth about some of the evolving technologies such as Crypto and Bitcoin 

[38:35] Non-fungible tokens (NFT) blockchain technology and how it works 

[43:45] The future of NFT and the technology in 10 years 

[46:58] Sharing the knowledge that you believe will be valuable to people 

[48:43] People who inspire Anthony in his life 

[50:41] How to reach out and connect with 

Anthony Notable Quotes

● Most passions are self-taught. 

● Always provide content before consuming anything on social media 

● You need to be seen to sell 

● Invest your resources with a strategy behind it 

Connect With Anthony Murphy

Website: https://www.attentionmedia.com.au/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/attentionmedia/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/attentionmediaagency/ 

Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/attentionmediaagency/

Achieving Your Fitness, Career and Lifestyle Goals with Emma Burr Nyberg

You don't need to be a professional, a fitness expert, or even a guru to set your goals and achieve them. All you need is a little bit of determination and a lot of grit. There is always someone out there who has succeeded in what they have attempted. Sometimes, you just have to go for it and see where it takes you. Becoming a "go getters" can make you an "achievers." This is not easy, but many have made it in whatever you’re trying to achieve. The universe is a vast place. Master your dream and take that opportunity to unlock your goal by showing up and doing your best.

Join the conversation with Emma Burr Nyberg as she shares her life experiences as a fitness enthusiast and an avid traveller who grew up in different countries and cultures. Emma is the operation coordinator and Human Resource coordinator at the University of Melbourne.

During this episode, you will learn about;

[02:05]Emma’s career background

[04:34]Emma’s working at home experience and the lessons she learned

[08:56]What fitness meant to Emma when growing up

[11:40] The joy that comes from sports and weight training

[13:43]Why Emma’s thinks her efforts in the gym are worth it

[14:56]How to master your macros when you want to lose weight

[18:13]Emma’s accent and her exposure to different languages

[23:48]How life is like in Sweden and Northern light phenomenon

[28:06]The snow experience in Sweden and how it defers from others

[32:26]Emma’s childhood and growing up in different countries and culture

[40:39] About Emma’s parents and their travelling influence in her life

[45:09]Emma’s college experience in different countries, including South Africa

[50:10] How Emma’s parent’s influence opened opportunities in her career

[54:04] The difference between being a Swedish and an American

[58:14] What inspires Emma’s to towards her passion

Notable Quotes

● It’s important to always see the more positive side of life.

● If you hate something, the worst thing you can do is move on with it

● Home will always be the same, but the opportunity you get will not

Connect With Emma Burr Nyberg

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emma-burr-nyberg/

In this episode, we speak with clinical psychologist Rachael Willis, Managing Director of Pure Empowerment Psychology. 

Listen in as Rachael shares her many roles as a “life-juggler” and how to discover your “energy-giving” career. She dives into her journey into the world of psychology and how the mental health landscape has shifted since the outbreak of COVID-19. Rachael then speaks on the power of equine therapy, how triggers work and how to find their root cause, what to expect when you undergo cognitive behavioral therapy, and what to look for in a psychologist. 

Key Highlights 

● [03:24] An introduction to Rachael Willis 

● [06:50] How the fiercely independent Rachael learned to delegate tasks 

● [09:14] Why Rachael only chooses “energy-giving” work and how to find your own 

● [14:35] How the pandemic has helped many people focus on what brings them joy and fulfillment 

● [27:10] Rachael’s career path in psychology 

● [30:23] Mental health realities 

● [36:27] The three types of people who enter the gym 

● [44:08] Who equine therapy works for 

● [48:47] What to expect when you undergo cognitive behavioral therapy 

● [53:53] Getting to the root of triggers that seemingly come out of nowhere 

● [59:01] How psychologists can take care of their own mental health 

● [1:02:55] Rachael’s advice to those who want to get into psychology 

● [1:07:27] Why psychologists tend to be female 

● [1:09:04] How to reach out to a psychologist 

● [1:12:45] How to connect with Pure Empowerment Psychology 

● [1:14:28] Rachael’s upcoming book, The Therapist Effect 

● [1:16:28] Who locally inspires Rachael 

Powerful Quotes by Rachael Willis 

● The type of work I do needs to be energy-giving and vitality-giving. If it’s not, I need to say goodbye to that. Energy-giving is meaningful work. [...] If I feel like it will give me a sense of contentment and fulfillment, [...] then I would take it on. 

● Children—adolescents—are featuring more mental health-related issues because of this whole pandemic than we’ve ever seen before. 

● Lifestyle has an incredible impact on people’s mental health and wellbeing. If people were able to look at their habits of sleep and exercise routines, that says a lot. 

● Therapy is not easy work. It requires sitting with unpleasant feelings and talking about things that may be triggering. [...] The reality is, we’re not doing “friends therapy”. [...] We’re trying to give people an outcome. ● Finding a good therapist is like finding a good pair of jeans. 

Connect with Rachael Willis: Pure Empowerment Psychology: https://pureempowerment.com.au/

In this episode, we speak with Cristen Brunner of the tattoo and piercing studio Uncut Diamond, and Cat Armstrong of LUSH Skin & Laser Clinic. 

Listen in as Cristen and Cat discuss the psychology behind tattoo regret and the importance of doing one’s research and looking past trends and strong emotional states when deciding on getting a tattoo. They then talk about their ongoing competition in Shepparton, Show Us Your Ink, which aims to offer one lucky person a free tattoo removal and cover-up. 

Key Highlights 

● [01:46] An introduction to Cristen and Cat and their upcoming initiative to increase self-education around tattoos 

● [04:28] How Cat built her career as a laser therapist 

● [06:21] How people end up with terrible tattoos 

● [09:24] The connection between following trends and tattoo regret 

● [10:43] How tattoo removal works 

● [16:00] Finding the right laser clinic 

● [18:44] How Cristen does cover-ups 

● [20:04] Why do tattoos on certain parts of the body (ex. hands and feet) tend to fade over time? 

● [21:18] How much tattoo removal hurts 

● [24:48] Why it’s so important to educate people to deeply reflect and do research before getting a tattoo 

● [27:02] About Cristen and Cat’s Shep-wide tattoo removal and cover-up competition, Show Us Your Ink 

● [29:46] The most rewarding tattoo for Cat to remove and becoming emotionally connected to her clients 

● [34:34] How Cat intends to do the cover-up for the winner and her favorite type of tattoo 

● [37:47] How Cristen and Cat plan to narrow down the top three and what will happen once the comp is over 

● [40:11] Other things to know about the competition 

● [42:14] Who locally inspires Cristen 

● [44:30] Who locally inspires Cat 

● [46:45] How Cristen and Cat attract these types of people into their lives 

Powerful Quotes by Cristen Brunner & Cat Armstrong 

● [When it comes to reasons for tattooing gone wrong,] impulsive decisions are definitely right up there. If an artist is good, then they’re generally quite booked out. If people are being very impatient about wanting to get this tattoo right now, it could be an issue if they’re chasing an artist that’s not quite up to the standard that they’re expecting. ~Cristen 

● Of course we need everybody to please, please do their research. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve seen clients burnt and disfigured permanently as a result of laser treatment. They have gone to someone with a tattoo with hopes to remove it, and they’re stuck with a scar that, from the removal, has burnt and blistered severely. The scar is not something that can be rectified. So, to prevent them going down the path where they’re then living with a scar for the rest of their lives, do research. 

~Cat Connect with Cristen Brunner & Cat Armstrong: Cristen’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cryptenite01/?hl=en LUSH Skin & Laser Clinic’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lushskinandlaserclinic/?hl=en

In this episode, we speak with Kayela, a personal trainer at Origin Athletics and single mum of two.  

Listen in as Kayela discusses her inspiring story of transformation, from her countless struggles as a directionless teenager to becoming a proud mum and goal-oriented coach in the fitness industry. She reflects on having to move many times around the country growing up, finally settling down in Shepp, and what she loves about the city.  

Key Highlights  

● [01:52] An introduction to Kayela  

● [04:02] Kayela on her childhood  

● [05:32] Moving to Shep  

● [07:23] What got Kayela into the fitness industry  

● [09:39] Becoming a coach  

● [10:48] How Kayela is finding new clients  

● [12:21] Interesting client stories  

● [16:02] Why Kaylea loves strength training and her fitness goals  

● [18:41] What motivates Kayela to train hard  

● [20:50] Kayela’s proudest achievement  

● [23:30] Why Kayela dropped out of school  

● [26:34] Kayela’s experience being a mum so far  

● [31:12] How Kayela takes her eyes off of her kids  

● [32:55] Who locally inspires Kayela  

Powerful Quotes by Kayela  

● I motivate myself. I want to be better than I was the day before.  

● We all have it within ourselves to work hard, but from where I come from, I created it myself. I wasn’t brought up to work hard. I realized that you have to put in the work to achieve your goals. If you’re just going to sit there and think that you’ll cruise through life and be handed your goals on a silver platter, you’re going to get nowhere.  

Connect with Kayela: 

Kayela Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaylovefitnesss/

In this episode, we speak with Sarah Freer, a local business owner and a mother of three. 

Listen in as Sarah discusses what it was like to have her first child, Georgia, at the age of 15 and the hurdles that she—including her family and boyfriend Trent—had to overcome upon discovering that she was 30 weeks pregnant. She then talks about what life has been like since having her daughter and being a young mum, as well as how her relationships with Trent, her mum, and her three kids are faring 19 years later. 

Key Highlights 

● [01:30] An introduction to Sarah Freer 

● [03:04] Sarah’s unconventional and inspiring story as a teenage mum 

● [10:16] Why Sarah was in denial up to 30 weeks of pregnancy and why having her baby was more than worth it 

● [12:42] Telling her dad about the pregnancy 

● [15:52] How her relationship with her boyfriend was affected following the announcement 

● [17:45] Why Sarah moved out of Shepparton 

● [18:28] The importance of having support for someone who was in Sarah’s situation 

● [20:15] Georgia’s special connection with her grandmother and how she regards her upbringing 

● [23:00] What it is like for Sarah to tell her story and what her life would be like if she never got pregnant at 15 

● [28:41] Reconnecting with Trent as grownups 

● [30:51] Having the next two kids 

● [32:02] Keeping the romance alive 

● [34:52] Sarah and Trent’s goals moving forward 

● [36:39] Sarah’s advice to young mums 

● [37:51] Who locally inspires Sarah 

Powerful Quotes by Sarah 

● I don’t know how I didn’t know. I don’t understand why I didn’t know. But, the power of the mind is incredible. I was in such denial at that age that I just thought, “If I don’t think about it or I don’t talk about it or I don’t face it, it’ll go away.” It sounds so silly to say out loud but that was how I felt at the time. 

● For teenage mums, I think it’s very important to have a support system. The sad reality is that not many do; but, I’ve since learned that there are a lot of places that support teenage mums when they need it. 

● I’m a big believer that we make the best decisions that we think suit us at the time. [...] I’m not sure where I would’ve been if [the pregnancy] didn’t happen; but, I believe that our lives are pre-planned before we do it so I just enjoy the ride. 

● Even when bad times come, hold on and know that good times are going to come after it. Eventually, all things pass—good, bad, or otherwise. Nothing stays with us forever. Even in our darkest moments, it always gets better

In this episode, we speak with Tahni Gook, an osteopath operating her own practice in Shepparton. 

Listen in as Tahni discusses her journey to becoming an osteo and her approach to working with clients of all sorts.  She also covers common misconceptions around pain, including the emotional and psychological links to pain. Finally, Tahni shares how she eventually came to achieve balance between her life and career and her exciting goals beyond her work as an osteo.  

Key Highlights  

● [03:01] An introduction to Tahni Gook  

● [06:24] How Tahni feels about Shepparton  

● [08:55] What Tahni found out about herself when she moved away from Shepparton  

● [12:36] Navigating a challenging culture in uni  

● [14:43] Keeping in touch with friends from uni  

● [16:26] What an osteo does  

● [22:00] Knowing the right specialist to go to when in pain  

● [26:30] Advice on using devices to avoid developing back pain  

● [30:56] Why Tahni wanted to be an osteo  

● [33:25] Clients whose lives Tahni have truly changed  

● [35:19] Tahni’s experience so far in running her own business and working with a mentor  

● [40:18] How many clients Tahni sees on a regular basis  

● [42:50] Achieving work-life integration  

● [43:49] Tahni’s goals for her osteo career moving forward  

● [45:04] Tahni’s goals outside of her career  

● [47:01] Why Tahni wants to get back into dance  

● [49:51] Who locally inspires Tahni?  

● [52:23] Explaining versus complaining  

● [53:07] Tahni’s ideal client  

Powerful Quotes by Tahni  

● Pain—someone’s story—no one can fix that but themselves. I’m really just a helping hand to steer them in the right direction, give them the right advice, and give them the right tools for them to optimize their pain, life, and recovery. But at the end of the day, whatever they do outside of the 30 minutes that I see them is up to them.  

● Pain sometimes presents itself when there is emotional or psychological stress.  

● Work comes second in my life, and that’s how it should be for everybody.

In this episode, we speak with Josh Driscoll, Harley’s business partner whom he has worked with since opening their first gym. 

Listen in as Josh discusses those early days of building the brand and the business, alongside growing his own podcast, his passion for film, his love of being a husband and father, and his message to young people who are nervous about going all-in on their dreams. 

Key Highlights 

● [01:00] An introduction to Josh Driscoll 

● [03:30] How Josh and Harley met 

● [07:00] Building their first gym 

● [12:35] Early challenges in business 

● [17:53] Josh’s impression of Shepparton as an outsider 

● [21:33] Josh and Harley’s current bucket list items 

● [26:12] Benefits to having a business partner that lives away from the business 

● [27:34] How Josh feels about he and Harley running different clubs in different areas 

● [29:41] Episodes of the podcast that Josh has listened to 

● [31:23] Josh’s goals moving forward and things that light him on fire 

● [33:18] Has Josh spoken to his wife, Taylah, about having another kid? 

● [36:24] What Josh thinks Harley’s future in Shepparton will be like 

● [37:32] Who inspires Josh in Ballarat? 

● [42:12] Josh encourages young people to take a chance on what they love to do 

● [45:15] Why Josh knew from the start that he would accomplish his dreams 

Powerful Quotes by Josh 

● I think people are quick to judge on what someone’s path might be like and not understand what they’ve had to change to try to better their lives. 

● Anyone who has seen their wife go through childbirth knows that it’s horrendous. It’s beautiful afterwards, but after the fun part, it’s not really in my hands anymore. 

● If anyone in their 20s and 30s is out there, you can stuff up a lot and you can still come back to it even until your 40s. Do your due diligence, obviously, but I encourage you to do what you love, early.

In this episode, we speak with Amy Dann, nurse, teacher, and mum to a three-year-old boy. 

Listen in as Amy discusses her family’s journey moving from place to place and how life circumstances led them to where they are now. She also talks about her experience raising her son, Louis, who has CDG and how she is navigating the many challenges it brings. 

Key Highlights 

● [01:49] An introduction to Amy Dann 

● [06:35] What Amy specializes in as a nurse 

● [08:03] What Amy thinks of Shepparton 

● [11:00] Amy’s aspirations growing up 

● [12:12] Does Amy prefer to learn something new or to teach someone something? 

● [12:51] How Amy met her husband Michael and her keys to a great relationship 

● [14:45] Negotiating the move to Canberra then to Shepparton 

● [15:34] How Amy’s husband asked to marry her 

● [16:26] About Amy’s son Louie and how he lives with congenital disorders of glycosylation (CDG) 

● [25:34] How Amy manages her son’s seizures 

● [27:49] What else goes into raising a kid with special needs such as Amy’s son? 

● [31:31] How Amy deals with people’s assumptions when she is out and about with her son 

● [35:43] Has Amy been able to handle her son’s situation better because she is a nurse? 

● [38:32] Other events Amy has done to raise awareness for CDG 

● [41:52] Will medical advances lead to a cure for CDG anytime soon? 

● [43:18] What Amy is looking forward to in the near future 

● [46:44] Who locally inspires Amy? 

Powerful Quotes by Amy 

● Shep is what you make it. There are opportunities here; there are things to do; but, it’s just whether or not you want to take them. 

● Louis is not fazed by any of this adversity that he is faced. He’s still happy and finds the joy in so many little things. I think it’s so easy to get caught up in the challenges that life can bring you wherever you come from and whatever your story is. Louie has had a really challenging start to life but it doesn’t faze him. That inspires me to keep pushing through whenever the hard times hit.

In this episode, we speak with entrepreneur Adem Barolli.  

Listen in as Adem discusses his passion for entrepreneurship and personal development, as well as how he found success as a network marketer and, most recently, the owner of the healthy café Nutrition 3630.  

Key Highlights  

● [02:32] An introduction to Adem Barolli  

● [05:00] Appreciating the only life you have  

● [06:00] Why Adem loves reading  

● [08:31] The importance of taking action  

● [12:41] Dealing with negative emotions or a bad day  

● [14:10] Adem’s past as a “cheeky” high school student  

● [16:53] How Adem’s concept of success evolved since his high school days  

● [18:15] Becoming a sports journalist  

● [20:57] Finding success in network marketing 

● [23:15] The financial potential of network marketing and the reason for negative perceptions of the industry  

● [25:29] Why the current generation is more entrepreneurial  

● [27:27] Where the idea for Nutrition 3630 came from  

● [31:12] Why Adem didn’t fear failure when he decided to start a café  

● [33:51] Hosting eating competitions  ● [36:06] Creating healthy drinks that taste “unhealthy”  

● [38:43] How Nutrition 3630 has been received by the Shepparton community  

● [41:26] Where Adem sees himself and his businesses in the future  

● [43:15] Adem’s drink recommendations from the café and his most popular items  

● [46:04] Who locally inspires Adem?  

Powerful Quotes by Adem  

● Just do it. We can manifest and talk about these things as much as we want; but nothing’s going to happen if we just keep thinking about it.  

● What’s the point of winning if you’re just doing it on your own? There’s so much satisfaction in helping others succeed, too.  

● At the end of the day, you’ve got to differentiate or die. You don’t want to be the same as everyone else and do the same thing and have the same mundane routine. I love people who are going out there having a crack, whether they win or learn. It is what it is. They’re not afraid to lose or fail.  

Connect with Adem: 

● Adem Barolli on Instagram  

● Nutrition 3630 on Instagram

In this episode, we speak with Nicole, a certified integrative nutrition health coach, a certified breathwork facilitator, and Reiki instructor.  

Listen in as Nicole shares her passion for helping others discover the benefits of alternative medicine for both physical and mental health. She also reflects on her husband’s health scare and how they utilized these alternative remedies to help him navigate his challenges. Finally, Nicole does a deep dive into the power of breathwork journeys for helping to alleviate stress.  

Key Highlights  

● [01:09] Why Nicole reached out to come on the podcast  

● [03:22] An introduction to Nicole  

● [07:38] Nicole on her husband’s debilitating health challenges and how he overcame them  

● [15:30] Nicole’s husband’s lifestyle before his health scare  

● [19:31] What Nicole’s detox programs are about  

● [24:26] How Nicole’s husband felt about alternative remedies for his health challenges  

● [28:20] The bare minimum for Nicole’s happiness  

● [32:26] How breathwork can help alleviate stress  

● [41:57] How you will feel after a breathwork session  

● [45:35] What type of person would most benefit from a breathwork journey  

● [48:00] Nicole’s recommendations for local holistic medicine practitioners  

● [51:26] Is your soul located in your heart or in your head?  

● [52:44] Characteristics of a Reiki practitioner  

● [53:48] How Nicole would like to see alternative medicine integrated with mainstream Western medicine  

Powerful Quotes by Nicole  

● Nutrition is not always about the food you put in your mouth. Nutrition is everything. Nutrition is the thoughts that you think, your emotions, your feelings, your relationships, your environment at large. Nutrition is everything you take in as a human being.  

● If you’re stressed, you need to be able to switch it off as quickly as you’re able to switch it on.  

● To come out of a breathwork journey and to bring your brainwave back from that theta brain state can probably be one of the most relaxing feeling that you’ll ever have.  

● The soul is our spiritual intelligence and our body is just the avenue that we have to walk through life. I’m a very firm believer that communication and access to the soul is from the heart.  

● Everybody has the right to their own healthcare. Not everybody is buying what I’m selling; but I’m not always buying what the medical profession is selling, either. So, it’s just finding what is right for us as individuals.

In this episode, we speak with Jobelle Erika, an oral health therapist at Goulburn Valley Orthodontics and Mother to two girls. 

Listen in as Jobelle shares her amazing, multifaceted journey, from transitioning from the Philippines to Australia as a teenager, to encouraging her mother to start a popular food truck, to living her childhood dream of becoming a contestant on The Amazing Race. 

Key Highlights 

● [01:40] An introduction to Jobelle Erika 

● [02:29] Transitioning from the Philippines to Australia at age 16 

● [04:38] Jobelle’s love for Taekwondo 

● [07:36] Why Jobelle’s family decided to move to Australia 

● [10:45] Studying oral health therapy at university and why Jobelle want to become a dental hygienist 

● [13:49] Jobelle’s words of encouragement to those with dentophobia 

● [14:36] Jobelle’s life as a mother and experience with postnatal depression 

● [19:56] How Jobelle’s family’s famous food truck, Nanna Marce, came to be 

● [25:03] Jobelle and her father’s experience on The Amazing Race Australia 5 

● [34:14] Jobelle summarizes her time on The Amazing Race and her remaining dreams 

● [37:00] Jobelle’s goals moving forward 

● [37:56] The three things that Jobelle was thankful for before going to bed last night 

● [39:35] Jobelle’s future goals 

● [40:29] Who locally inspires Jobelle? 

Powerful Quotes by Jobelle 

● The most important [characteristic of a great dental hygienist] would be empathy. A lot of people come to the dentist with dentophobia; so, you’ve got to love people. You have to be in tune with how they’re feeling. The clinical skills you can learn. Theory you can learn. But, caring for people has got to be within you from the beginning. 

● We would never want to harm any patient. We are here to look after you and your teeth—and you as a whole person as well. 

● I would like for my children to see that just because you become a family person doesn’t mean you stop striving and working for your dreams. 

● If there was something that I took away from the Race, it was that every day I was on that Race, I felt alive because I was fulfilling a dream. But, I realized that it doesn’t always have to be big dreams. It can be waking up every morning and feeling thankful or going for a walk and appreciating the life that I have and the people around me as well. Contentment is something that I hope for now—to appreciate everything I have and never take anything for granted.

In this episode, we speak with Megan Mckenna, a Criminal Lawyer who has only recently started her own practice.  

Listen in as Megan shares her journey so far in the field of law and the realities of her career path, as well as common misconceptions that the general public has about the justice system.  

Key Highlights  

● [02:11] An introduction to Megan McKenna  

● [04:58] Moving out of Shepparton to study  

● [10:42] Working as a legal assistant while studying full-time  

● [12:28] Megan’s responsibilities once she was admitted to practice and a typical day in the courtroom  

● [14:47] Staying emotionally detached from the job while staying empathetic as a lawyer  

● [17:47] Working on a case where the client has been wrongly convicted and negotiating better terms for somebody  

● [26:25] Opportunities available to law graduates  

● [28:24] Why Megan is starting her own practice  

● [31:50] A primer on legal aid  

● [35:35] Why it often takes so long for someone to show up to court  

● [37:04] What Megan thinks of the new law court  

● [38:14] Megan’s goals going forward  

● [40:06] Is the amount of work a lawyer puts into their career generally worth it?  

● [41:07] Who locally inspires Megan?  

Powerful Quotes by Megan  

● Shep’s got such a good community spirit and when you’ve got your friends and family around, it makes life a lot easier.  

● The overriding rule as a lawyer is that your first duty is to the court. You can’t mislead the court irrespective of what your client is asking you to do. So, you have a duty to your client but that’s always overridden by your duty to the court.  

● There’s so much misinformation out there. People just don’t understand the justice system at all.  

● I’ve always said to myself that I wouldn’t be an employee for my whole life. I like my independence and I like being able to march to the beat of my own drum.

In this episode, we speak with Rocky Gagliardi, Director of Gagliardi Scott Real Estate. 

Listen in as Rocky discusses how he came to own his own business despite growing up not seeing much of a future for himself, his tips for success as a salesperson and business owner, and his renewed appreciation for his life and family amid the challenges brought on by the pandemic. 

Key Highlights 

● [01:59] An introduction to Rocky Gagliardi 

● [06:33] How Rocky compares his upbringing to his kids’ 

● [10:18] What Rocky wanted to do out of school and his early jobs 

● [12:53] How Rocky got into real estate 

● [17:40] Does Rocky give his team the “hunger test”? 

● [19:25] Characteristics of a good salesperson 

● [20:59] Does having a real estate business outside Shepparton help bring in more opportunities? 

● [21:57] What makes real estate stressful? 

● [24:20] Dealing with backlash after having to say “no” during negotiations 

● [26:30] Staying transparent from the start of the negotiation to avoid conflict later on 

● [28:53] Changes in the market over the past few months 

● [31:20] The availability of grants till the end of March 

● [32:43] How Rocky came to start his own real estate agency 

● [34:53] Taking a step back from the business due to COVID-19 

● [36:27] What Rocky’s kids have planned for the future 

● [40:03] Rocky’s most memorable clients 

● [42:00] Why Rocky put his own house on the market 

● [45:14] How Rocky feels about life at this point in time 

● [46:17] Who locally inspires Rocky? 

Powerful Quotes by Rocky 

● As a businessperson, you’ve got to be very transparent and delicate during negotiations because it’s hard to keep everyone happy and let them know that someone’s going to miss out, and that it’s not your fault if somebody misses out. It’s a balancing act. 

● When I was growing up, I didn’t think I was going to be much more than a factory worker. I wasn’t smart at school. I got two beautiful kids, a beautiful wife, a great staff that works for me. Nothing to be sad about.

In this episode, we speak with Nicole Morse, creator of Regional Rummage, a Tatura-based preloved clothing market taking place this February 21.  

Listen in as Nicole discusses how studying fashion in university inspired her to start Regional Rummage, how she navigated the challenges of COVID-19 such as having to postpone the market last year, the state of clothing waste in Australia today and how the preloved market can help to reduce it, and her plans for her business going forward.  

Key Highlights  

● [01:52] An introduction to Nicole Morse and her interest in the business of fashion design  

● [05:15] Finding work after graduation  

● [09:26] Growing up in Tatura and how it differs from Shepparton  

● [11:47] Tatura’s hobbies and passions outside of work  

● [13:02] How Regional Rummage came to be  

● [16:12] What to look forward to at the market this February 21  

● [18:24] How Nicole felt having to postpone Regional Rummage in 2020  

● [21:20] Planning for Regional Rummage  

● [22:32] Finding a location for the market  

● [25:48] How Nicole feels leading up to February 21  

● [27:21] Nicole’s plans on the financial end  

● [28:45] Why Nicole is more passionate about being a small business owner rather than an employee for a big company  

● [29:20] How Nicole plans on doing her part to reduce clothing waste in Australia  

● [34:23] The disappearing stigma around shopping at Goodwill and the preloved market in general  

● [36:14] Promoting Regional Rummage on social media  

● [38:15] Nicole’s goals going forward  

● [39:49] A summary of Regional Rummage  

● [40:34] Who locally inspires Nicole?  

Powerful Quotes by Nicole  

● I think anyone that owns a small business deserves to make profit if it’s something that you’re passionate about and want to do full-time.  

● We’re buying pretty much double what we were 20 years ago and throwing out twice as much.  

● The stigma around preloved is going away, and I’m hoping I can do my part to get rid of it faster.

In this episode, we speak with Kyle Murphy, a Shepparton native and track-and-field student-athlete currently studying and competing for Harvard University in Boston.  

Listen in as Kyle discusses his career as a track-and-field student-athlete and how it gave him the opportunity to study at Harvard courtesy of the university’s need-based financial aid, his takeaways from his first two years as a Harvard student, and his plans for the future both in and outside of athletics.  

Key Highlights  

● [02:33] An introduction to Kyle Murphy and his track-and-field career  

● [08:37] Kyle’s goal in sport  

● [12:06] How Kyle feels about COVID-19 taking away a season  

● [14:15] Sacrifices that Kyle had to make over the years as a student-athlete  

● [16:15] Where Kyle developed his competitive side  

● [19:43] The difference between first and second place in track-and-field  

● [20:53] Kyle’s worst injuries  

● [22:28] Doubts about getting into Harvard as a Shepparton native  

● [27:33] Competitive coaching in Shepparton schools versus Harvard  

● [30:08] Nutritional requirements for a student-athlete and managing time  

● [32:56] The typical goal of a Harvard athlete  

● [33:50] Kyle’s love for his sport  

● [38:14] Getting into a flow state when making jumps  

● [38:50] Was Harvard how Kyle expected it to be?  

● [40:03] Lessons learned from studying fellow students at Harvard  

● [41:20] What Kyle is studying at Harvard and his career prospects  

● [43:18] Kyle’s passion for photography  

● [46:40] Who locally inspires Kyle?  

Powerful Quotes by Kyle  

● The higher you go in a sport, the more it requires your time to remain competitive.  

● The fact that Harvard has need-based financial aid, people can leave their sport if they want and they’re still a regular student. That means that anyone who is in a sport is there for the love of it for the most part, which I think is an amazing thing.  

● To perform at your best, you need to be able to stop thinking about a lot of things and just let your body do what the training has taught it to do, and things will just happen.

In this episode, we speak with business owner Scott Keating, who currently runs a windshield saver company in Shepparton. 

Listen in as Scott discusses why he decided to go into business for himself and how one can discover their calling. He then reflects on his incredibly harrowing period of darkness that almost drove him to commit suicide, and how he built himself back up to become a pillar of the Shepparton community. 

Key Highlights 

● [03:49] An introduction to Scott Keating 

● [04:34] Being a pillar of the Shepparton community 

● [06:32] Scott’s windscreen saver business and his win-win philosophy 

● [11:03] The challenges of replacing or repairing windscreens 

● [13:58] What Scott would say to someone who doesn’t know what they want to do for work 

● [17:47] Fundamentals of a good life 

● [19:20] The dark period of Scott’s life 

● [26:48] The lasting impact of Scott’s traumatic experience 

● [28:31] Getting stuck in the cycle of chasing only short-term goals 

● [31:17] How Scott finally got back on the road to good, long-term health 

● [33:50] Finding purpose in family 

● [35:22] Accepting traumatic experiences 

● [40:34] Scott’s view on masculinity and the importance of open, nonjudgmental conversations 

● [52:17] Who locally inspires Scott?

Powerful Quotes by Scott 

● I suppose you get back what you give to. If you’re giving and helping, it’ll come back to you. 

● I’ve always said, when I go into business, I wanted it to be a win-win. I don’t just want someone working for me who turns up, does their hours, and goes home. We’ve all pretty much got to work, but you might as well enjoy what you do. 

● Even if you have a job that isn’t your passion, how can you make it your passion? How can it fit into your values? 

● Don’t worry so much about the money. Worry about the skill set you can get and the network you can build up. 

● Once you start being you and get comfortable in your own skin, you start attracting the right people around you. 

● Nothing has meaning until we put meaning on it. 

● There are no positive or negative emotions. There are just emotions. It’s how we use them.

In this episode, we speak with Lindsay Dann, who was a history teacher at Shepparton High School for 20 years. 

Listen in as Lindsay discusses his thoughts on the importance of history and the current state of education in Shepparton. He also goes down memory lane, commenting on the evolution of schools, students, and teachers throughout his career, and interactions with former students that make him proud to be a teacher. 

Key Highlights 

● [01:39] An introduction to Lindsay Dann and his love for history 

● [06:11] Characteristics of a good teacher and what we’re really supposed to take away from school 

● [09:44] What jobs one can get with a degree in history 

● [12:04] Why people seemed so much braver in the past (i.e. during wars) 

● [14:57] The history of epidemics 

● [16:29] What Australia did well to contain COVID-19 

● [17:23] Lindsay’s favourite moments in history 

● [18:11] A brief history of Australia 

● [25:57] How the study of history has helped Lindsay understand finances 

● [27:35] How student culture at Shepparton High School has changed over the past 20 years, and its future 

● [30:34] Why Shepparton’s tech schools shut down 

● [33:31] The difference between Alexander the Great and Hitler 

● [36:52] Do kids today lack a sense of purpose because there is no great war to overcome? 

● [38:00] Lindsay’s family history 

● [39:17] Why we gain a greater appreciation for history as we grow older 

● [42:42] How teachers have changed since the 1970s 

● [45:00] What Lindsay would say to someone who is aspiring to become a teacher 

● [48:05] How to stop confirmation bias 

● [49:43] How Lindsay feels about his career in hindsight 

● [51:20] Who locally inspires Lindsay? 

● [52:35] How Lindsay met his wife 

● [54:55] The secret to a successful relationship 

Powerful Quotes by Lindsay 

● It’s not about the job you can get from studying history, but the skills that you learn and improve on that will help you get a job: your thinking skills; writing skills; and your ability to look at a situation, form an opinion, and have an argument to back it up. 

● I enjoy the story of Australia. For such a small, populated country, we’ve had incredible successes, whether it be in literature, science, mathematics—it just goes on and on. I think Australians are inspirational. 

● I love being able to tell a story and then have someone argue with me about whether I was right or wrong. That was my way of getting students to think about what was going on in the past which affects them today.

In this episode, we speak with gym manager and entrepreneur Brea Dorsett on her various projects and initiatives, including her work with the Education First Youth Foyers (EFYF). 

Listen in as Brea discusses her path to a career in the health and fitness industry while navigating the challenges of living in a broken home, how she begins her morning to set herself up for success for the day, her first opportunity to coach students who went through the same thing she did, and her experience being an advocate for positive body image. 

Key Highlights  

● [02:08] An introduction to Brea Dorsett  

● [06:04] How Brea’s passions developed through the years  

● [10:35] Brea on adversity and rebuilding yourself  

● [12:55] Dealing with anxiety and starting your day right  

● [17:30] Building your self-confidence and people skills by putting others first  

● [18:25] Brea on her business and her mindset toward health and fitness  

● [24:16] Why believing in yourself is more important than others believing in you  

● [27:55] Five things that Brea loves about herself  

● [30:42] Being a local advocate for positive body image  

● [33:10] Staying healthy while still being able to enjoy the not-so-healthy foods you love occasionally  

● [36:42] How body image is perceived nowadays  

● [40:29] Brea’s client success stories 

● [44:17] Influencers that Brea follows on Instagram  

● [45:39] Brea’s goals moving forward outside of Val You Health & Wellness  

● [46:56] Who locally inspires Brea?  

Powerful Quotes by Brea  

● I’m a firm believer that the energy you put out is what you’ll get back. So, if you can walk around and have a smile on your face and spread that positivity, it makes the world a better place.  

● I don’t appreciate the situation, but I appreciate the growth that came from the situation. I wouldn’t be who I am without what’s happened to me. 

● Fitness is just a small component of health.  

● I’m sure there were people who believed in me, but if you don’t believe in yourself, you don’t see the good.  

● Health and body image is different for everyone. Your biggest goal is to love and respect your body.  

● My clients may start off motivated. But if they fall off the bandwagon because their mindset is not right, I’m doing an injustice to them.

In this episode, we speak with tattoo artist Cristen Brunner, co-owner of Uncut Diamond alongside her sister Jenna. 

Listen in as Cristen discusses her ongoing journey as a tattoo artist, how long it took for her to graduate from practising on pigskins, why tattoo stores tend to feel uncomfortable or intimidating to be in and what Uncut Diamond does differently, the different styles of her employees and apprentices, and how the tattoo industry as a whole has evolved.  

Key Highlights  

● [01:56] An introduction to Cristen Brunner and Uncut Diamond  

● [03:54] What it actually means to be a skilled tattoo artist  

● [05:19] How Cristen got into tattooing  

● [09:10] Getting apprenticed by an expert tattoo artist  

● [11:14] How Cristen creates a welcoming environment at Uncut Diamond  

● [12:18] Being a female in the tattoo industry  

● [14:27] How Uncut Diamond evolved over the years  

● [16:00] Jenna’s role in the business  

● [17:25] Launching a merch line and online store  

● [18:29] Cristen’s tattooing style  

● [20:41] Discussing designs depicting relatives or pets that have passed away with clients  

● [22:29] Cristen’s idea of a “perfect client”  

● [23:44] Client horror stories  

● [26:29] Why numbing cream is discouraged and dealing with the pain of being tattooed  

● [31:41] Cristen’s employees and apprentices at Uncut Diamond 

● [37:17] Uncut Diamond’s relationship with the other tattoo shops in Shepparton  

● [39:52] The continuing evolution of the tattoo industry  

● [42:35] Cristen’s goals in 2021  

● [43:37] Who locally inspires Cristen?  

Powerful Quotes by Cristen  

● If you’re a serious artist, you want to do your own stuff. You want to be able to work with your client and get the best possible outcome for them based on your skillset—not somebody else’s.  

● If you can’t put it on paper, you can’t put it on skin. Practice, practice, practice.  

● As an industry, the more professional we take it, the more professionally our clients will take it.

In this episode, we speak with Maddie Milsom, personal trainer, mental health advocate, and wife and mother of two. 

Listen in as Maddie discusses how she navigated the many challenges presented by 2020, why she fell in love with the prospect of being a PT, how she overcomes negativity and an inside look at her and Harley’s upcoming six-week challenge. 

Key Highlights 

● [02:05] Maddie Milsom’s fitness journey through the last 12 months 

● [06:38] Completing 75 Hard and overcoming mental and emotional barriers 

● [11:15] The best and worst parts of Maddie’s 2020 

● [18:45] What Maddie thinks about the podcast 

● [20:10] Why being a PT, aside from motherhood, is Maddie’s calling 

● [24:23] Maddie’s plans once she becomes a fully qualified PT 

● [29:14] Becoming unfazed by negative opinions 

● [30:29] Harley and Maddie’s six-week challenge 

● [35:10] The merits of group fitness classes 

● [37:02] How someone new to training should approach the program 

● [40:48] The truth about progress 

● [41:57] Maddie’s goals for the new year 

● [42:46] Maddie’s message to the Shepparton public 

Powerful Quotes by Maddie 

● Three months may not seem like much, but things happening internally in that time is exponential. 

● Your physical self is not everything; but it is one component of all of you, and when you physically don’t feel good, it’s very hard to put your best self out. 

● Your health is the biggest investment you can make. 

● It’s such a powerful thing when you’re around someone who just wants you to win. 

● I’ve spent a lot of time being deterred by negative opinions, and when I focused on those, I stayed where I was. When I stopped focusing on those, I grew.

In this episode, we speak with Alistair Hand, a graphic designer working at Goulburn Valley Signmakers. 

Listen in as Alistair discusses his lessons learned from being a cancer survivor and a new father, how he intends to raise his son Harvey, and his self-care practices as a new father amid Covid season. 

Key Highlights 

● [02:25] An introduction to Alistair Hand 

● [04:23] Being a new father 

● [07:02] Alistair’s family and upbringing 

● [14:54] How Alistair’s relationship with Emma developed since having Harvey 

● [19:21] Having support and encouragement from family and peers as a new parent 

● [22:40] Where Alistair’s natural instinct to look at the positives in life comes from 

● [26:54] Alistair’s tips for future fathers 

● [31:02] How Alistair’s parents disciplined him and what he’ll carry over when disciplining an older Harvey 

● [37:12] Values that Alistar wants to instill in Harvey 

● [38:43] What scares Alistair the most about the future with regards to Harvey? 

● [43:50] How Alistair sees his life 12 months from now 

● [46:36] Who locally inspires Alistair? 

● [48:57] Alistar’s message for a 15-year-old Harvey 

Powerful Quotes by Alistair 

● One of the best things that a new parent can have is support. You’re probably doing better as a father or a mother than you imagine you are. 

● As a cancer survivor, a positive attitude probably had a major, major part of me being here today. 

● Some parents shelter their kids too much, and it ends up having the opposite intended effect when they let loose later on because they’ve been so locked down all their life.

In this episode, we speak with Cheryl of Muse Meditation. 

Listen in as Cheryl discusses the amazing power of meditation to raise your level of self-awareness, why people feel so much resistance when meditating for the first time, the benefits of mindfulness meditation, and the future of meditation. Stay tuned till the end as Cheryl conducts a live, five-minute breathe-and-feel meditation. 

Key Highlights 

● [01:38] An introduction to Cheryl 

● [03:53] How Cheryl’s parents shaped who she is today 

● [06:17] What meditation means for Cheryl 

● [08:42] A primer on mindfulness meditation 

● [10:00] What most people feel the first time they do meditation 

● [11:57] Being heart-led as opposed to being head-led 

● [14:10] The role of visualization in meditation 

● [17:01] How to meditate 

● [20:33] Other words for “mindfulness” 

● [22:36] The benefits of meditation 

● [25:12] Is the universe in the sky or within us? 

● [27:27] How Cheryl was drawn to meditation 

● [30:13] What yin and yang represent in meditation 

● [31:30] Enhancing your meditation through energy and movement 

● [37:46] How meditation has evolved through the years and its future 

● [39:55] Cheryl’s services at Muse Meditation 

● [43:03] One of Cheryl’s most amazing client success stories 

● [44:33] Cheryl’s end goal and the insatiability of human beings 

● [46:21] Who locally inspires Cheryl? 

● [48:10] A live, five-minute breathe-and-feeling meditation 

Powerful Quotes by Cheryl 

● If I could do anything for anyone, it’s to promote the benefits of meditation and what it’s given me and hope that it gives them the same. 

● Every time you don’t do the thing that you said you would do, you’re showing yourself that you don’t trust yourself. Building that meditation practice is building that trust and relationship with yourself. 

● If you’re a beginner to meditation, start with your breath; start with your body in the present moment. It doesn’t have to be deeply profound every time you do it. 

● You’re not striving for the goal. You’re striving for the feeling that the goal will give you. 

● Emotions are energy in motion.

In this episode, we speak with Luke McCluskey, owner of McCluskey Heating & Cooling. 

Listen in as Luke discusses his troubled past and how he came to enter his trade, his thoughts on addiction of any kind, and how he aims to help others who are struggling with drug addiction today. 

Key Highlights 

● [01:28] An introduction to Luke McCluskey 

● [02:52] Luke’s opinion on the Shepparton Art Museum 

● [04:15] Luke’s childhood and his relationship with his separated parents 

● [06:19] Luke’s professional background 

● [09:12] The experiences that shaped Luke growing up 

● [12:03] What it was like to be arrested at 22 and Luke’s history of drug abuse 

● [17:46] Why is drug addiction so hard to overcome? 

● [19:45] The long-term repercussions of Luke’s drug addiction and arrest 

● [21:01] Does Luke regret his journey he went through to get to this point in his life? 

● [23:38] What Luke would tell someone going through what he went through today 

● [25:45] Why people would need an escape 

● [28:23] When Luke discovered his potential 

● [30:39] Giving back to those struggling with drug addiction 

● [32:37] What Luke learned about personal responsibility from Jordan Peterson 

● [34:09] The dragons that Luke is facing today 

● [35:33] Luke’s goals moving forward 

● [38:50] Who locally inspires Luke? Powerful 

Quotes by Luke 

● Don’t ask, “Why the addiction?” but instead ask, “Why the pain?” You need to work out why you’re trying to make yourself feel better. 

● I’m proud of what I’ve been through for who I am now. 

● Addiction doesn’t just stop. You don’t just “get better”. You constantly need to work on it for the rest of your life. 

● For me, it wasn’t so much the drugs that was addictive, but the lifestyle that the drugs brought. 

● You can solve any problem in your life if you just adopt personal responsibility.

In this episode, we speak with James Thomson of , one of the breweries in Shepparton. 

Listen in as James discusses how he and his two partners came up with the idea to set up a brewery, the history of the brewery in Shepparton, how Wildlife is growing its community via their membership program, and his plans for the future of the business post-COVID. 

Key Highlights 

● [00:57] An introduction to James Thomson 

● [04:33] The joys of managing a lifestyle business 

● [05:46] How James came up with the name of his brewery 

● [07:42] Unearthing the history of Shepparton’s brewing history 

● [10:03] What each of Wildlife’s three founders bring to the business 

● [11:02] What makes Wildlife’s beers different? 

● [14:02] How Wildlife came to be 

● [15:34] Wildlife’s first customers 

● [16:25] Early challenges while starting the business 

● [18:50] How Wildlife’s membership works 

● [20:10] Upcoming beers within the next 12 months 

● [23:14] Local pubs partnered with Wildlife 

● [24:01] How James would describe his wildlife 

● [26:04] Wildlife’s most outstanding members 

● [28:17] The ins-and-outs of running a microbrewery 

● [30:37] How much beer does James drink? 

● [33:12] James’s goal for the business 

● [35:12] Who locally inspires James? 

● [36:02] James’s message to the Shepparton public 

Powerful Quotes by James 

● There will never be a time when you look at the bank account and go, “Oh, there’s enough money.” It doesn’t really work like that. You’re the asset that’s going to generate that money. 

● A great beer is a balanced beer. 

● Our best asset is that we don’t know everything about making beer, and that’s what helps us make good beer. 

● You might sometimes brew a beer that just goes on its own little journey and you can’t explain why. You investigate and find out. 

● A business is shaped by the things that happen along the journey.

In this episode, we speak with Lachlan Brett, owner of Acts of Kindness Apparel. 20% of proceeds from each of AoK’s items go to local mental health or suicidal awareness associations every three months, adding up to four donations per year.  

Listen in as Lachlan discusses how and why he was inspired to create a business that contributes to greater awareness of the importance of mental health, his experience with GOTAFE and who else can benefit from it, and stigmas that persist today with regards to mental health and how you can do your small part in overcoming them. 

Key Highlights  

● [00:38] An introduction to Lachlan Brett and AoK Apparel  

● [02:12] How it feels to hand big checks to these various associations  

● [03:14] Lachlan’s thoughts on uni  

● [04:48] What inspired Lachlan to take up graphic design?  

● [08:22] Who can benefit from exploring GOTAFE?  

● [11:56] What is AoK Apparel and how do they help the community?  

● [15:52] Why Lachlan decided to set up his business with a philanthropic angle, specifically towards mental health  

● [16:48] How AoK defines “mental health”  

● [21:46] Ways to improve your mental health outside of having conversations  

● [22:56] How Lachlan spreads his message and expands the reach of his business  

● [27:33] Where to find professional help for improving your mental health 

● [30:13] How Lachlan’s passion for supporting others developed since his youth  

● [32:59] The importance of keeping your word  

● [33:27] Lachlan’s plans for the next 12 months  

● [35:52] How the Shepparton community can support Lachlan and AoK Apparel  

● [38:50] Who locally inspires Lachlan?  

Powerful Quotes by Lachlan  

● If you’re still at home or you’re still struggling and you don’t know what to do, GOTAFE can lead you down a great career path.  

● We want the locals to be able to see and follow along the journey. They know that when they purchased that shirt was when that donation was used.  

● Our business model gives people a reason to buy our products. It’s a way to give back. If someone sees you walking down the street wearing an AoK Apparel shirt, they see that you also understand that mental health is an important issue and that it impacts everyone.  

● I want to break the stigma that “mental health” is always a bad thing.  

● Sometimes, all it takes is for someone to listen.  

● There’s no greater feeling than being able to help someone.  

● If you give someone your word—if you tell someone you’re going to do it, do it. Don’t give people false hope.  

● It’s not hard to be nice.

In this episode, we speak with athlete Nick Deane. 

Listen in as Nick discusses the humorous beginning to his relationship to Harley as a trainee, his current health and fitness goals, his passion for hunting, his thoughts on living in Shepparton, and his hopes for post-COVID times. 

Key Highlights 

● [00:35] How Harley met Nick and their training experience 

● [05:48] How Nick’s health and fitness goals changed over time 

● [07:11] What Nick is focused on now 

● [10:47] Recovering following a gruelling run 

● [12:37] Nick’s mindset toward endurance training 

● [13:27] Nick’s mindset toward weight training 

● [14:02] Why Nick is all about balance 

● [15:06] Does Nick consider himself a healthy person? 

● [15:33] Nick on hunting 

● [17:44] How much time Nick has spent learning about nutrition 

● [22:17] Why Nick is not on social media ● [27:00] What inspires Nick to train? 

● [28:10] Training for a hunt 

● [29:10] Nick’s thoughts on Shepparton 

● [31:48] Raising a family in Shepparton 

● [32:38] What Nick is looking forward to in the near future 

● [34:00] The day-to-day challenges amid quarantine 

● [38:01] Who locally inspires Nick? 

Powerful Quotes by Nick 

● When I train, I remind myself not to go too hard. I need to stay focused, but I also don’t want to burn out. 

● Balance has always been a big thing for me. 

● You can train as hard as you want, but you’ve got to have your diet right because eating shit is easy. 

● I look for something to train towards instead of just training to train.

In this episode, we speak with Tilliah Brooks, founder of GV Pet Adoption.  

Listen in as Tilliah discusses how her pet fostering and adoption service came to be, how she and her team aim to end the suffering of every animal that comes through their doors, their process for screening potential pet owners, and why people should look to adopt first.  

Key Highlights  

● [01:24] An introduction to Tilliah Brooks  

● [04:52] Where Tilliah’s love for animals began  

● [06:44] Dealing with high-risk cases  

● [08:36] How animals can help a person grow  

● [09:09] Is Tilliah a cat or dog person?  

● [11:37] Starting GV Pet Adoption  

● [13:18] Uncovering the source of an animal’s trauma  

● [15:35] How Tilliah stops the horrible stories of the animals she cares for to overwhelm her  

● [18:51] Teaching an old dog new tricks  

● [22:15] The end goal of GV Pet Adoption  

● [26:28] Managing the stray dog and cat population  

● [32:33] Why it should be harder for people to get pets  

● [36:37] Training different dogs differently  

● [38:30] GV Pet Adoption’s screening process for those who wish to adopt  

● [40:57] Why you should you adopt a pet versus shop for a pet  

● [45:19] How the Shepparton can help GV Pet Adoption  

● [51:50] Tilliah’s message to her team  

● [52:22] Who locally inspires Tilliah?  

Powerful Quotes by Tilliah  

● All the horrible stuff ends here when you come into care with us and when we find you that forever home. Our animals’ lives are never going to be how they were before they came in.  

● I think animals open your heart up. They help you to be more compassionate, more empathetic, and show you how to care for somebody else. Being with my animals helps me to unwind. It’s self-care. There’s no better sound to me than a purring cat or kitten; so I just love getting to spend my time with them every day.  

● The end goal of GV Pet Adoption is for us to not have to euthanize any animal in the country unless they’re actually really unwell.  

● Having a pet is a privilege. It’s not a right.  

● Adopt a pet. Don’t shop for a pet.

In this episode, we speak with Jai North on his journey in the world of fitness. 

Listen in as Jai talks about his past as a fat kid and what drove him to get in shape, how his mindset toward training and nutrition changed over the years, his dream to open a gym one day, and the most powerful lessons he learned from his family and as a Shepparton native.  

Key Highlights  

● [01:02] An introduction to Jai North and his background in the fitness industry  

● [02:05] Why Jai decided to get in shape  

● [04:53] How Jai trains and eats on a day-to-day basis  

● [06:53] Advice for those who are just getting into weight training  

● [07:38] Motivating yourself to stay in shape  

● [12:12] Jai’s plans for his career in the fitness industry  

● [16:27] Communicating your inner world to a large number of people  

● [19:06] What Jai loves about Shepparton  

● [20:19] Jai’s skydiving experience  

● [25:39] Fun things that Jai likes to do at Shepparton  

● [28:00] Jai’s personal goals  

● [31:11] Challenges Jai faced regarding his family and his greatest lessons learned from relatives  

● [37:21] Who locally inspires Jai?  

Powerful Quotes by Jai  

● If you’re just starting out in weight training, get your body used to different movements and just learn to enjoy it. It’s a marathon. It’s not a quick journey. It takes time; so learn to love it.  

● I look for any opportunity to get out of my comfort zone, because that is when you start growing.  

● Anyone who inspires me to do more and be more is someone worth following.

In this episode, we speak with Mel Emmi.  

Listen in as the mother of three talks about the destructive power of your ego and how to overcome it, choosing a reality defined by hope and happiness, why you should have a safe space and a support group, and her self-care tips.  

Key Highlights  

● [01:49] An introduction to Mel Emmi  

● [04:49] Defining “ego”  

● [09:46] Mastering your emotions  

● [11:02] Dealing with people who direct their anger toward you  

● [12:49] Holding on to moments of happiness and preserving your sense of self  

● [14:14] Choosing your intimate circle of friends and family  

● [14:59] Healing a life characterized by living in constant fear  

● [18:19] Blocking out noise on social media  

● [20:22] The hardest thing that Mel has overcome  

● [24:19] What Mel would tell her past self  

● [27:00] The benefits of earthing, meditation, and journaling  

● [31:14] Defining “love”  

● [33:53] Where fear and negative emotions come in  

● [39:00] Why Mel believes in reincarnation  

● [42:47] Who Mel wants to become  

● [44:36] Who locally inspires Mel?  

Powerful Quotes by Mel  

● Ego is a false sense of self about how you think you’re perceived or who you think you are.  

● Your limiting beliefs aren’t who you really are. You’re just conditioned to believe it.  

● At the end of the day, real happiness comes from within. Know that you can have those moments of happiness and moments of anger while knowing that, within you, you’re still safe and whole. Who’s to know if what you’re feeling is really real? All you really have is yourself.  

● I always ask myself, “Is this serving me, or draining me?”  

● It’s an illusion to think that we can control what happens around us. We can only really control ourselves.  

● Heal your trauma, heal your nervous system. Heal your nervous system, heal your emotional body. Heal your emotional body, heal your energy body. Heal your energy body, raise your vibration.  

● Love is the only thing that’s real. Love has the power to dissolve all that tries to oppose it. Love wins.  

● We choose our own reality.

In this episode, we speak with photographer and traveller Katelyn Morse.  

Listen in as Katelyn shares her passion for travel, photography and, most recently, vlogging. She recalls the various mountain treks and other notable trips she has done so far, including a once-in-a-lifetime trek to base camp in Nepal.  

Key Highlights  

● [00:27] An introduction to Katelyn Morse  

● [04:31] Katelyn on her first time picking up a camera  

● [05:22] Developing a passion for travel  

● [12:09] What Katelyn loves about nature and the outdoors  

● [14:30] Katelyn’s favourite mountain treks and how to prepare for one  

● [17:32] Mental obstacles to overcome while on the trail  

● [19:08] Katelyn’s trek to base camp in Nepal  

● [29:15] Katelyn’s thoughts on looking forward to the journey more than the destination  

● [32:06] How travel makes you forget about all your problems  

● [34:24] The hardest thing about travel  

● [37:40] Why Katelyn enjoys solitude on her travels  

● [38:34] What it is like to be a travel photographer and YouTuber  

● [42:31] Standing out among other travel YouTubers  

● [46:00] Who locally inspires Katelyn?  

Powerful Quotes by Katelyn  

● For me, it’s all about nature and the outdoors. When you’re outside the city, you really feel alive and free.  

● When I’m on a hike, I don’t really care if I don’t get to the destination. Sometimes I don’t even have a destination. I’m in it to explore and make my own path. It’s definitely the journey that is most important to me.  

● You’re just present and in the moment. You’re looking around yourself. When I was in Nepal, there was no internet half the time, no cars, and the power went out a lot. Life was just so simple. People were happy. We ate real food. It was so easy to drop everything and just enjoy the moment when I was out there.  

● The hardest thing about travel, always, is coming home.  

● Don’t put off travel. Do it now. Do it while you’re young and healthy. You can always earn more money later on. You just learn so much and experience things that you wouldn’t otherwise.  Connect with Katelyn on Instagram and YouTube

In this episode, we speak with radio announcer and show host Bill Bradley.  

Listen in as Bill shares his passion for radio and music, best practices for conducting interviews, his belief that social media does not hold a candle to tech-free interactions when it comes to building stronger relationships, the modern issue of political correctness and cancel culture, and how to achieve significance in life as opposed to simply achieving success.  

Key Highlights  

● [00:40] An introduction to Bill Bradley and his career as a radio announcer  

● [09:19] Bill’s opinion of social media and materialism in 2020  

● [19:11] Why Bill is so passionate about freedom of speech  

● [21:23] Bill’s level of creative freedom on his show  

● [25:16] The power of music  

● [28:14] Bill’s take on starting a family  

● [34:22] Managing stress and living a life filled with gratitude  

● [40:40] Becoming successful in radio  

● [50:43] Coping after leaving a job  

● [53:56] What Bill is looking forward to  

● [54:33] Bill sounds off on cancel culture and bullies  

● [1:05:03] Bill’s on starting his own podcast  

● [1:06:58] Mastering tonality when trying to get your message across  

● [1:11:06] Who locally inspires Bill?  

Powerful Quotes by Bill  

● Whenever I set out to interview someone, what I try to do is to tell a story.  

● I’m not afraid to voice my opinion, because everyone’s got one, and there’s no such thing as a wrong opinion. You’re allowed to have one. As long as you don’t force it on someone, and as long as you don’t call someone stupid because they don’t agree with your opinion—we need to have more of that.  

● Look at your friends and who you’d want to be in the trenches with.  

● The best gift you can give your kid is a musical instrument.  

● The things that make me happy are my family, my friends, and my work. Everything in-between is an added bonus.  

● If you want to change career and follow your passion, no one’s going to do that for you except you.  

● I think there’s a bit of luck involved with any success.  

● Your own happiness is your real wealth.  

● Your problems may be triggered by someone else, but they’re not caused by someone else.  

● You will never solve an issue without putting everything on the table.  

● It’s hip to be offended.  

● Something you have to do in an interview very, very quickly is establish trust.  

Connect with Bill on LinkedIn

Jeremy Grace In this episode, we speak with CrossFit athlete Jeremy Grace. 

Listen in as Jeremy discusses how he developed a passion for CrossFit, common myths that people on the outside tend to have about CrossFit, the importance of mental strength alongside physical strength, Jeremy’s experiences doing CrossFit competitions, and what motivates him as an athlete.  

Key Highlights  

● [00:33] An introduction to Jeremy Grace  

● [03:54] What is CrossFit?  

● [05:29] How Jeremy got into CrossFit  

● [08:57] How CrossFit is perceived by the public  

● [12:05] Who should do CrossFit?  

● [13:54] The difference between going to a CrossFit gym and going to a regular gym  

● [16:22] Why Jeremy gave up football to go all-in on CrossFit  

● [19:28] Participating in CrossFit competitions  

● [24:02] The mental factor in CrossFit  

● [27:00] How Jeremy views CrossFit competitions  

● [31:30] Tracking your progression at the gym  

● [34:32] How Jeremy stays motivated  

● [38:26] The best exercises to start with if someone is new to working out 

● [40:48] Jeremy’s toughest workout 

● [43:45] Jeremy’s end goal with training  

● [47:34] Who motivates Jeremy in the CrossFit world?  

● [50:29] Who motivates Jeremy locally?  

Powerful Quotes by Jeremy  

● You can be with someone for ten years, five years, or two months and think you love them; but when you have kids, that love is on a different level.  

● If you love something, go hard. Be 110% in life. Get in there and do it. If you want to do it, just do it.  

● I always try to push harder than my competition. Mentally it’s going to be harder; but physically, at the end of the day, it’s going to make me better for tomorrow.

Sophie De Wys In this episode, we speak with Sophie De Wys, founder of The Beauty Project. 

Listen in as Sophie discusses the evolution of trends in the beauty space, developing a good relationship with other professionals in the local beauty industry, her experience as a member of the LGBTQ+ community, and what she loves about her partner Kellie. 

Key Highlights 

● [01:22] An introduction to Sophie De Wys 

● [04:42] Why fuller brows became a thing and thin brows have become outdated 

● [06:41] How Sophie started her business 

● [10:45] How first-time beauty artists should approach other professionals in the Shepparton beauty industry 

● [12:43] Sophie’s most in-demand services 

● [15:36] Building relationships with clients 

● [18:43] How Sophie adapted to the challenges posed by COVID-19 

● [20:34] Sophie’s end goal 

● [23:54] Achieving work-life balance 

● [25:23] Sophie’s experience as a member of the LGBTQ+ community 

● [29:38] Sophie and her partner’s family goals 

● [32:15] How Sophie and her partner intend to explain to their child the uniqueness of having two moms 

● [34:01] How Sophie dealt with hiding her relationship for a considerable period of time 

● [42:39] What Sophie thinks of Shepparton 

● [43:37] Who inspires Sophie? 

Powerful Quotes by Sophie 

● If you believe in your own skills and are driven to start a business, do it, and don’t let other people dissuade you just because you don’t have a lot of experience under your belt yet. 

● Viewing the beauty industry as competition rather than an ally is a big mistake if you’re looking to start your business. It’s important to make sure that you have a good relationship with those in the industry because you never know when you need to call them up for help or advice. 

● You can be whatever you are; but if you feel that it’s important to have a label, then embrace it. 

 Connect with Sophie on Instagram @thebeautyproject.sophie

In this episode, we speak with filmmaker and music producer Josh Cullen.

Listen in as Josh discusses the life of a videographer in Shepparton, what he loves so much about being creative, and the pitfalls of social media in a modern society with a thirst for instant gratification. 

Key Highlights 

● [02:41] An introduction to Josh Cullen 

● [04:49] Growing up and working on a farm 

● [15:42] Going full-time into videography 

● [18:38] Thriving as a filmmaker in Shepparton without mentorship 

● [21:15] Josh’s goals as a filmmaker 

● [23:52] Why Josh loves music production 

● [30:08] Can Josh still watch a movie or listen to music just to enjoy it and without analyzing it? 

● [31:48] Josh on his purpose 

● [35:07] Dealing with critics and watching/listening to your own work 

● [38:44] A culture of noise, yearning for the latest tech, and accumulating likes on Instagram 

● [40:31] Josh’s relationship with social media 

● [43:22] Rapid-fire questions for Josh 

● [45:07] Who inspires Josh? 

● [47:00] Who would Josh like to see on the show next? 

Powerful Quotes by Josh 

● I wanted to grow as a creative by doing things I like and heading in the direction that just feels right for me. I think taking this approach will allow you to do your best work. 

● I’m not good at everything. I want to get other minds around me so that, together, we can plan and execute on something amazing. 

● You can always work harder, but sometimes you don’t need to work harder. It’s about knowing when enough is enough and you’ve done all you can for this piece of art before finally putting it out. 

● We’re living in a world where everything’s disposable and the things we value are superficial. We get carried away with the fear of missing out when the next iPhone releases or the fear of not getting enough likes on social media. 

Connect with Josh on Facebook and Instagram @joshcullenfilms or send him an email at joshcullenfilms@gmail.com

In this episode, we speak with Mickala Brady, award-winning photographer and owner of Pure Mac Photography.

Listen in as Mickala discusses how she developed a passion for documenting weddings and newborn babies with their excited parents, as well as how she is currently coping as an endo warrior and balances her work with family life. 

Key Highlights 

● [00:35] An introduction to Mickala Brady 

● [04:47] Capturing memories, one photo at a time 

● [09:39] How Mickala built her brand as a photographer 

● [14:14] Embracing competition with other photographers 

● [14:50] Building a following on social media 

● [15:34] Is photography art? 

● [16:54] Different styles of photography 

● [19:37] How Mickala describes her style 

● [20:43] Turning Pure Mac into a full-time endeavour 

● [23:09] Growing from adversity 

● [30:56] Living with endometriosis 

● [38:26] Balancing work and family life 

● [41:57] Mickala on being named Wedding Photographer of the Year 

● [45:54] What separated Mickala’s photos from others in the top 10 of the competition 

● [50:05] How would Mickala work with a bridezilla? 

● [51:49] Who inspires Mickala? 

Powerful Quotes by Mickala 

● I feel that photos are important and should be printed, even in our social media-driven world. 

● We’re all artists and we all have our own individual stuff. I’m really good friends with lots of local photographers around here. I don’t see them as competition. I see them as being in the same workforce as me. 

● Life’s too short to just sit around feeling sorry for yourself. I know that there’s more people out there with more horrible stories, and I know that my stories are nothing compared to theirs. I will get on with my life, tolerate the pain, and adjust. 

● I don’t have many bridezillas because I always try to take on the stress that they’re not meant to have. 

Learn more about Mickala and her business at PureMacPhotography.com or follow her on Instagram @puremac.photography

In this episode, we speak with Tom Day, a Shepparton-based artist with Aboriginal roots. Tom is creating a first-of-its kind reconciliation painting for Victorian Parliament while collaborating with students at Mooroopna Secondary College.

Listen in as Tom discusses how his Aboriginal background informs his art and career, how art can express truth in a way that other media cannot, and why protecting your individuality is paramount. 

Key Highlights 

● [00:41] An introduction to Tom Day 

● [05:22] How Tom promotes cultural tourism 

● [06:28] A renewed thirst for cultural knowledge in 2020 

● [10:17] When Tom discovered his gift for art 

● [12:52] How Tom defines art and his particular style 

● [14:20] Tom’s artistic style 

● [20:07] Expressing and developing your inner world as an artist 

● [27:35] Producing artwork for the parliament of Victoria 

● [33:06] Tom’s goals for the future 

● [34:43] What Tom has learned from being a teacher 

● [43:14] Tom’s advice for those who are aiming for success in Shepparton 

● [50:30] Who inspires Tom and is someone he would like to see on the show? 

Powerful Quotes by Tom 

● The world isn’t changing in 2020—the world has changed. I think people want to be more connected than ever to something. The question about what it means to be a human being has been brought to the forefront. I think the conscience of the world has changed, and that the thirst for knowledge people have about their origins is greater than ever before. 

● Art, to me, is freedom. I think it’s raw and emotional. It’s one of the last platforms in the world where truth is told. 

● I’m painting for me, not for anyone else. As long as I’m happy with what I’m producing, then that’s what’s important. 

● I don’t believe in luck. I believe that dedication and work will get you to where you want to go. 

● The funny thing about destiny is that it usually finds you when you’re walking the road you took to walk away from it. 

● Sometimes, the most dangerous place to exist is in your own mind. 

Reach out to Tom and give him your support on Instagram @jirri_jirri

In this episode, we speak with Rob Priestly, a Shepparton Local currently running for council. Aside from his campaign to enter public life, Rob, along with his brother Phil, run their family business, Gouge Linen and Garment Services.

Listen in as Rob discusses why he decided to run for council and his journey thus far, the parallels he has observed between being a member of the council and running a business, and the importance of transparency between the council and the community.

Key Highlights

Powerful Quotes by Rob

Reach out to Rob and give him your support

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Rob Priestly on Facebook

Rob Priestly on Instagram

In this episode, we speak with Shane Sali, a Shepparton local currently running for council. Apart from pursuing this exciting new path, Shane manages his family business and is an active member of the Greater Shepparton business community, as well as the past Chair of Shepparton Show Me (SSM).

Listen in as Shane discusses why he decided to run for council and his journey thus far, the lessons he learned about leadership and team play from managing his family business, and the importance of having a mentor and close-knit support group.

Key Highlights

Powerful Quotes by Shane

Reach out to Shane and give him your support

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Shane Sali on Facebook

Shane Sali on Instagram

In this episode, we speak with Sam Spinks. Apart from working full-time as a health promotion officer at Primary Care Connect, Sam is currently running for a seat on the Greater Shepparton City Council. She is passionate about finding solutions to combat climate change and support the local environment, as well as a strong supporter and advocate for the LGBTQIA+ community, First Nations community, and multicultural groups.

Listen in as Sam discusses why she decided to run for council and her journey thus far, how she balances work and her campaign with being a single mom to two young boys, what it means to be a public figure who inspires the community around her to grow alongside her, and the edge that she intends to bring as a leader that is both authentic and forward-thinking beyond the confines of government bureaucracy.

Key Highlights

● [00:42] An introduction to Sam Spinks

● [05:26] Raising kids as a single mother

● [12:10] The current state of the youth amid uncertain times and what Sam is doing to pay it forward

● [15:30] Optimizing school readiness

● [19:34] Sam on her transition into public life and current volunteer work

● [25:47] How to get started volunteering for a cause

● [26:47] Why being elected is important to Sam

● [28:50] The importance of having vision as a leader

● [33:27] Sam’s passion and platform for inclusivity

● [37:23] Addressing the government’s notoriously slow decision-making process

● [38:33] Other groups that Sam stands with

● [43:05] Who inspires Sam and is someone she would like to see on the show?

Powerful Quotes by Sam

● The youth voice and the youth needs need to be right at the front; because there’s an awful lot happening in the world that’s affecting them in a way where they have few means to bounce back.

● It’s so rewarding to be a part of things. There are other people that need us. They need everybody to be a part of things and to do more things. It’s an absolute benefit for yourself, but it’s such a benefit for everyone around you as well.

● It’s not what they’re promising right now or what they stand for what's important; it’s what they intend to do in five years.

● I’m really inspired by being open and transparent and encouraging others to be the same.

Reach out to Sam and give her your support

Sam Spinks on Facebook

Sam Spinks on Instagram

Hooked Vintage is a new distributor of unique vintage clothing! This great idea was brought to life by @lachlanlimit

Listen to his story about discovering a passion for vintage clothing and his experience starting a business based in Shepparton!

Follow @hookedvintage for great vintage clothing.

Ellia Leocata is a homegrown singer who is part of the local music community! Her passion is singing and event management - a combination that will provide the Shepparton community with many memorable moments and entertaining performances! You can find out more about this weekends event on Facebook @GV's Driveway Gigs and follow Ellia @elliaaleocata

Maddie Milsom is a full time Mum of two, has lost over 40 kilos and maintained the result for multiple years!. Her passion is health and fitness and she is an inspiration to many in the Shepparton community and can be followed @postpartum_journey_mummy