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30something

by Pat & Gomez

Welcome to 30something. We're a couple of blokes from Australia who talk about issues faced by 30 something old people with a twist of humour and dash of sport. We discuss relationships, career, investment and hot topics in the news. And more dashes of sport.

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Episodes

  1. Episode 27 - Canada & Australia Crossover - Sri-lankan migrants growing up Down-under and Toronto feat. Steve Joseph

    It's a Cross-over Episode over Different Time Zones. Two Podcasts. One Episode. Myself being in Melbourne, Australia and my mate/cousin Steve Joseph in Toronto, Canada. We talk growing up as kids of Sri Lankan Migrants in Western and Caucasian societies. Depsite different geographic upbringings…

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  2. Episode 26 - Climate Change and Net Zero with Lahiru

    We interview Lahiru, a innovative Engineer based in Queensland who is helping Australia transition to Renewable Energy future. We talk about Climate Change, the benefits of renewables and barriers that Australia face to acheive net carbon zero. Links regarding Documentaries and Films regarding...

  3. Episode 25 - Bradley Dryburgh: Defying the Odds (Part 2)

    This is Part 2 of 2 and continuation of the Bradley Dryburgh Episode. We focus on his journey with Cystic Fibrosis and his amazing attitude that all of us should learn from. #DefyingTheOdds We would recommend listening to Part 1 prior to tuning into this episode. Original Information from Part 1...

  4. Episode 24 - Bradley Dryburgh: Defying the Odds (Part 1)

    We talk to Bradley Dryburgh - a bloke from the ‘Gong. He has a lust for life and bloody fit. Like running ultra marathons fit. Brad lives with a condition called Cystic Fibrosis - which affects many organs in his body mainly his pancreas, liver and lungs. Despite this, he lives a super-human life...

  5. Episode 23 - Magic Mike (Not a stripper)

    We talk to Mike Webb aka “Magic Mike not a stripper”. Mike is bloke who grew up in a big family in the ‘burbs of Canberra. After trialling a career in finance he decided to risk it all and become a full time magician. Today he performs shows far and wide with audiences including the Australian...

  6. Episode 22 - Jeff Tho - Volant, Badminton and the man with no limits

    We chat to Jeff Tho. A man with no limitations. I was lucky enough to cross paths with Jeff as a teenager and not surprised with the level of success he has achieved across multiple platforms. Some of his highlights include representing Australia as a both a player and coach in Badminton,...

  7. Episode 21 - Anei's Story - A refugee's story of being brought up in 'burbs of Melbourne.

    Today I talk to Anei Thou, a proud Aussie brought up in Western Suburbs of Melbourne. His Story in unique - Anei was born in Sudan where he fled with family due to brutal civil war in Sudan and subsequently arrived in Australia as a refugee. This Civil war nearly lasted half a century resulting…

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  8. Episode 20 - Bec Martin feat. Gender Inequality, Digital Footprints and Sharenting

    Today, I talk with our regular guest Bec Martin. She's a teacher and co-founder of Evolve Education, an educational platform that educates students about digital wellbeing and online safety. We discuss the issues of Sharenting - i.e. Parents sharing their children's image and information over...

  9. Episode 19 - The Stewart Twins, Cooling algorithms and Exergenics

    Today’s guests are Iain and Tim Stewart, a couple of lads (and I should mention identical twins) from the eastern 'burbs of Melbourne who provide us an insight to the company they’ve created called Exegenics. This start-up was the brainchild of Iain, an Engineer who created a possible…

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  10. Episode 18 - Matt Guest. A tale of success, hockey and overcoming adversity.

    I talk to Matthew Guest in today's episode. He is an Intensive Care doctor and humble man heralding from the outskirts of Shepparton where we discuss his unique tale of representing Canada internationally in Field Hockey including the 2016 Olympics Games in Rio. We discuss what it takes to become...

  11. Episode 17 - The Pat Knight Rises feat. Black Saturday

    We welcome back Patrick O'Gorman to the podcast. This is a very moving and personal episode, as Patrick reveals his own story regarding the Black Saturday Bushfires. This was one of the worst bushfires in Australia’s history, where on Saturday, the 7th of February, 2009 - this fire destroyed...

  12. Episode 16 - Richie and the Strait Yakers

    We chat with Richie, a bloke from the coast who recently paddled the Bass Strait. Yep - you heard me. Paddles the Bass strait! He and his mates nicknamed the Strait Yakers paddled from Victoria to Tasmania hence the name - i.e. Strait to reference the Bass and Yakers as slang term for Kaykers. We...

  13. Episode 15 - Art with Georgie

    Today's episode is about Georgie. She's an accomplished art teacher and proud Tasmanian who had to deal with her first child being diagnosed with an unexpected life-threatening condition within minutes of her birth. Georgie discusses this very personal story involving overcoming adversity…

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  14. Episode 14 - Bec, Gomez (minus Pat) - MAFS, social equality and healthy relationships

    In today's episode, I talk to Rebecca Martin. This pioneering teacher and equality advocate kindly joins us once again. We talk about the media exposing the female discrimination and harassment that is happening in our own backyard and its driving factors. Furthermore, we talk about how the…

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  15. Episode 13 - Bitcoin, Gamestop and Blockchain feat. the Crypto King

    G'day. In Today's episode we discuss Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, Bitcoin and Trading. We focus on the the recent story regarding a Reddit chat and the fight for GameStop. Our guest today is the one and only self-proclaimed Crypto King from Kerang, Chris. Enjoy :) Links exploring topics discussed…

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  16. Episode 12 - The Amazing Sam and her story of Frankley

    We talk to Sam Armstrong. Originally from rural Victoria, she describes a story of creating a business from scratch, Frankley Pet Providore. She never saw herself as entrepreneur however as she transitions to adulthood she finds herself randomly juggling a growing business, finishing off a PhD…

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  17. Episode 11 - The amazing Phil Burrows and his personal tales of international competitive hockey

    We talk to Phil Burrows, a proud New Zealander who has represented and captained his country in the sport of hockey on an international level. He has been to multiple Olympics, Commonwealth Games and World Championships. We hear his story of determination and what it takes to become an elite...

  18. Episode 10 - Part 2 - Pat Vs. Zander featuring Inequality, Sexism and Racism

    This is Part 2 of Episode 10. We continue our conversation with our special guest Zander. In this episode we discuss inequality, sexism and racism in our culture. Also, how we strive (or not) towards a society with equality for all. It's a serious conversation however there is regular 30something...

  19. Episode 10 - Part 1 - Jewish heritage, True Grit and Goals of Care: A Unique Trio Indeed

    We talk to our sincere and "Half-jewish" mate Zander regarding his heritage, pushing your limits in the face of adversity and difficult decisions regarding the the use of intensive care medicine from his experience as a senior medical doctor. This is Part 1 of a Two-part series focusing on…

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  20. Episode 9 - Renovating Houses with Hally :)

    We talk to our good mate Hally who discusses the highs, lows and whatever is in between when buying and renovating a house.

  21. Episode 8 - The Matt Chronicles

    We talk to Matt, a highly-educated and well-travelled individual who gave up a high-flying white-collar job to follow his father's footsteps as a tradesmen.

  22. Episode 7 - Cybersafety and Kids feat. Bec Martin.

    We talk about kids, cybersafety, awkward teenage stories and for once 'not covid' featuring special guest Rebecca Martin.

  23. Episode 6 - Covid-19 Special Edition

    In amidst this Corona virus debacle, two young men strive in providing a humorous and larrikin standpoint on how this invisible infection is causing chaos in Australia. Welcome to 30something. Covid-19 Series.

  24. Episode 4 - Covid-19 Special Edition

    We're continuing the discussion of the Corona Virus aka Covid-19 - as part of an ongoing special series regarding this global pandemic. #CoronaSomething #MyCorona-by the Shack #IsolationLand

  25. Episode 3 - Covid-19 Special Edition

    We're talking the Corona Virus aka Covid-19 - part of an ongoing special series regarding this global pandemic. #CoronaSomething #MyCorona-by the Shack #IsolationLand

  26. Episode 2

    The second episode of 30something - we talk motivation, flipping outdoor settings and the President's Cup

  27. Episode 1

    Welcome to 30something. We're a couple of ordinary blokes in Australia, talking about issues that 30-something old people face with twist of humor and dash of sport. We talk investing, relationships, career and cover current hot topics.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Welcome to 30something. We're a couple of blokes from Australia who talk about issues faced by 30 something old people with a twist of humour and dash of sport. We discuss relationships, career, investment and hot topics in the news. And more dashes of sport.

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