Inside Downunder
by Ben Woodward, Nikki Giumelli & Lisa Chambers
A podcast focusing on the stories from within our tourism industry. Every month we will interview "legends of our industries" and hear their stories of their successes and achievements along with the bits that perhaps didn't go so well. This podcast is to share the stories, the records and hopefully encourage others to become part of our amazing work life world, the world of Australian Tourism.
Episodes
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From Teenage Travel Agent to the Top of Australian Tourism with Robin Mack!
We are back and with none other than with Robin Mack! In this episode of Inside Downunder, we’re joined by Robin Mack, one of the Australian tourism industry’s most respected figures and the newly appointed Managing Director of Tourism Australia. Robin reflects on the evolution of Australia’s...
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Everybody Needs Good Neighbours and Entrepreneurs in the Tourism Industry ….featuring George Josevski
In this episode of Inside Downunder, we’re joined by George Josevski of Explore Australia Tours and one of the Australian tourism industry’s true innovators. George is known for creating the hugely successful Official Neighbours Tours and Neighbours Nights, a pioneering concept that fused...
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BONUS EPISODE: Global Trade Tales…From Cologne to Jaipur!
In this special bonus edition of Inside Downunder, we hit the road with our foreign correspondent Brian Hennessy, jumping between Cologne, Germany and Jaipur, India, to catch up with the incredible trade partners and industry legends who sell Australia every single day. This episode brings you...
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Next Gen Tourism - Working With Hearts and Smarts
In this episode of Inside Downunder, we shine a spotlight on two of tourism’s brightest emerging leaders: Josh Basir, BDM at Journey Beyond and Mithwa Warrier, Project Manager at the Australian Cruise Group. Both bring fresh perspectives, sharp insights and inspiring personal stories of carving…
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Talking Tourism & The Tropics with Mark Olsen
In this episode of Inside Downunder, we sit down with Mark Olsen, CEO of Tourism Tropical North Queensland (TTNQ), for a relaxed and insightful conversation about his tourism industry journey from studying in regional Queensland to leading one of Australia’s most respected destination marketing...
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ATE – Bonus Episode “Please move to your next appointment”!
The ATE Bonus edition “Please move to your next appointment” is here….filled with tradeshow floor interviews and a special highlight with the new gAyTE Queen of Queensland Monsoon Mossy, AKA Jason Heffernan! Join Ben, Lisa, Nikki and Brian as they take breaks between appointments and at a very...
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Bonus Banter: Ready for gAyTE??
Get ready for our cheeky, behind-the-scenes BONUS episode of Inside Downunder just in time for ATE! Recorded out of studio at the Destination Australia Conference, this laidback ep features a fabulous chat with Dingo Hampel (aka Barbara Mitzvah, last year’s Queen of Victoria at gAyTE), plus a...
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All Aboard with James Coughlan!
Welcome aboard! In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of cruise tourism in Australia with none other than James Coughlan, the Managing Director & Founder of Shorex Australia. With 25 years of experience in the cruise industry, James is a true expert in inbound cruise tourism and has...
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Jingle Bells and Ho Ho Holiday Chats with Industry in North America!
Every podcast needs a Christmas episode right? No need to get your sleigh bells in a knot, we have you covered with special guest Brian Hennesy visiting the studio to take over the reigns for this very festive edition. That’s right, Brian is back and has been newly anointed as our “Foreign...
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“Happiness, Good Health, Friendship & Long Life with WA Skålleagues Ash Munn & Michael Collins”
This episode is all about the Western state of our beautiful country where we chat with tourism legends Ash Munn and Michael Collins. We explore all the wonderful opportunities and some of the challenges of the tourism landscape in WA and leave no icon of the state unmentioned, you can be sure of...
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“Revelations and Reflections with Ron and Robbie”
In Episode 5, we sit down with tourism legends and all-around larrikins, Ron Livingston and Robbie Bastion. With decades of experience in inbound tourism and the travel trade, these cherished industry figures bring a treasure trove of stories from the days before the internet and the Euro, when...
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“Keepy Uppying With Kim McConnie” Group Executive Marketing at Tourism & Events Queensland
In Episode 4, we delve into the wonderful world of destination marketing, sports, creativity and QLD’s new “Bluey’s World For Real Life” with guest Kim McConnie. We discuss Kim’s career journey from the wonderful world of international sports to leadership and marketing at Tourism and Events...
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“Trailblazing & Tourism” edition with special guest John O’Sullivan (JOS) Chief Executive and Executive Director of Experience Co.
Step into the vibrant world of Australian tourism with Inside Downunder, your passport to the heart of the industry. Produced in the vibrant city of Cairns (Gimuy), hosts Ben Woodward, Lisa Chambers, and Nikki Giumelli invite you on a journey deep into the inner workings, captivating stories and...
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“Let’s Talk Marketing” edition with special guest Susan Coghill, CMO at Tourism Australia
Step into the vibrant world of Australian tourism with Inside Downunder, your passport to the heart of the industry. Produced in the vibrant city of Cairns (Gimuy), hosts Ben Woodward, Lisa Chambers, and Nikki Giumelli invite you on a journey deep into the inner workings, captivating stories and...
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The ATE/gAyTE edition with special guest Brian Hennessy
Welcome to the inaugural episode of Inside Downunder, the podcast that takes you deep into the heart of the Australian tourism industry. Produced in the vibrant city of Cairns (Gimuy), hosts Ben Woodward, Lisa Chambers and Nikki Giumelli delve into the internal workings, stories and trends of the...
About this show
A podcast focusing on the stories from within our tourism industry. Every month we will interview "legends of our industries" and hear their stories of their successes and achievements along with the bits that perhaps didn't go so well. This podcast is to share the stories, the records and hopefully encourage others to become part of our amazing work life world, the world of Australian Tourism.
Hosted by
Ben Woodward, Nikki Giumelli & Lisa Chambers
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