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Life's A Beach
by Bruce Hopkins
The Life’s A Beach Podcast is presented by Head Lifeguard and TV personality, Bruce ‘Hoppo’ Hopkins. Known to his fans as the fun-loving, down to earth Lifeguard from Bondi Rescue, Hoppo has spent nearly 30 years working on Australia’ most infamous beach and will open up to fans like never before. Portraying another side to the lovable larrikin, Hoppo and guests will discuss life stories - the good, the bad and everything in between in an open and candid forum. Each week they will share their own challenges and struggles and in true Hoppo style there will be some light-hearted jokes and banter along the way. Hoppo hopes the experiences that are shared will resonate with the audience, as the old saying goes… while Life’s A Beach, it can also be a bitch!
Episodes
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151 - Lachie Gill
Hoppo is joined in the beach shack by winner of The Voice 2022, Lachie Gill. Lachie talks about his time on The Voice, from being knocked back on his first ever attempt, all the way to winning the entire thing in 2022. He also talks about his time in the VFL as well as his work in the mental…
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150 - Quinn Darragh
This week in the beach shack Hoppo is joined be fellow lifeguard and ex-paramedic Quinn Darragh. They talk about Quinn's long term battle with liver disease after being diagnosed as a twelve year old resulting in him eventually needing a liver transplant. They discuss how Quinn has managed to...
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149 - Doron Milner
***CONTENT WARNING: This episode deals with serious issues around mental health. If this conversation brings up anything please call Lifeline on 13 11 14 or visit https://www.beyondblue.org.au/. This week Hoppo is joined in the beach shack by former member of the North Bondi Surf Club and long…
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148 - Makua Rothman
Hoppo is joined in the beach shack by Makua Rothman. Makua talks about his time growing up in Hawaii, his journey to becoming a competitive big wave surfer and his music career. He also discusses the challenges he's faced along the way and how has used these experiences to grow as a person. Makua...
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147 - Kiki Sjoberg
This week in the beach shack Hoppo is joined by Kiki Sjoberg. Kiki is a photographer who lives in the Kosciuszko region and has been taking extraordinary photos of brumbies in the wild for nearly a decade. As such, Kiki is very much against the government's wild brumby culling program. She joins...
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146 - Evan Batten
This week Hoppo is joined in the beach shack by Evan Batten. Evan talks about his journey from being a sound recording technician behind the scenes, to being a prominent camera facing journalist on broadcast TV. This extensive experience led Evan to start his own business where he helps enable...
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145 - Firerose
Hoppo is back in the beach shack with Firerose. They talk about Firerose's new album Shining Armour and her journey to creating it. Firerose moved from Australia to the US as a 19-year old and has been writing music and acting for as long as she can remember. For all things Life's a Beach, visit...
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144 - Leanne Moss
This week Hoppo is joined in the beach shack by Leanne Moss. They talk about her time growing up in South Africa, before moving to Australia and later Hong Kong. Leanne left Hong Kong in 2019 as the riots were heating up, prompting her to move back to Australia. However, her life was upended in...
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143 - Dave Winner
Dave Winner joins Hoppo in the beach shack to talk about his incredible journey of resilience. Dave has long been a respected figure in the Coalcliff SLSC and Surf Life Saving Illawarra. On a seemingly normal day out in the water back in August 2021, he was doing what he's done countless times…
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142 - Carl Scully & Mark Goodwin
Hoppo is joined by former NSW Police Minister Carl Scully and former NSW Assistant Police Commissioner Mark Goodwin to talk about their new book The Cronulla Riots: The Inside Story. Carl and Mark talk through how and why they put the book together as well as convey their pivotal roles during the...
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Ep 141 - Joel Turner
This week Hoppo is joined in the beach shack by Joel Turner. Joel has released a remix of his 2004 Aria #1 hit These Kids to celebrate the twenty year anniversary of it's release. Joel walks Hoppo through his journey from unknown kid to national celebrity at just 16 years old off the back of...
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Ep 140 - Michael Venis
CONTENT WARNING: This episode deals with issues of sexual abuse. This week Hoppo is joined by old friend Michael Venis who shares his story after holding onto it for over forty years. Michael's message is for those who share a similar story that help is out there, you are not alone and there many...
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Ep 139 - Dr. Shane Gould
Hoppo is joined by 3 x Olympic gold medalist Shane Gould. Shane talks through her Olympic experiences and fascinating childhood as well as her academic career, which includes a PhD from the University of Victoria that was among the first scholarly cultural studies of swimming in Australia. Hoppo...
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Ep 138 - Luke Horder
This week Hoppo is joined in the beach shack by Luke Horder. Luke is an icon of the fitness industry in Australia as well as the founder and head coach of the Sydney Harbour Surf Club Luke talks through his journey in creating the surf club, his passion for surf sea paddling, the challenges he...
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Ep 137- Emily Barker
Award winning singer and songwriter Emily Barker joins Hoppo to tell her story. She grew up in a country town in Western Australia and speaks about her eventual move to the United Kingdom where she had two decades in song writing and performing. Emily also shares her struggles with IVF and her...
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Ep 136- Will Bigelow
Will Bigelow comes into the beach shack this week to chat about his recent 48 hour marathon for charity. He takes us along the journey and breaks down his experience as the run went on. Following this, Will talks about the birth of his son and how it left his wife and new born child in critical...
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Ep 135- Rosie Edwards
Rosie Edwards joins Hoppo this week as a young Surf Life Saver from England to talk about the beginning of her career as an ocean paddler. She aspires to be someone that inspires young girls and brings popularity to the sport within the UK. For all things Life's a Beach, visit our site at...
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Ep 134- Oscar Chalupsky
Hello everyone and welcome back to Life's a Beach! To kick off 2024, Hoppo has ocean paddling legend Oscar Chalupsky in the beach shack to talk about his childhood and career. He goes on to tell us about his interesting experiences, including competing in the Olympics and meeting Nelson Mandela....
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Ep 133- Prinnie Stevens
Australian RNB Soul Artist Prinnie Stevens joins Hoppo this week to chat about her early career in performing arts. From singing, dancing and acting, she speaks about her upbringing in the northern beaches and her performance in The Voice Australia. Jackson Doolan joins us once again for beach...
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Ep 132- Mike Tipton
Professor of Human and Applied Physiology Mike Tipton joins Hoppo to teach his lessons this week. He worked closely with Hoppo in Float to Survive and continues to share his knowledge regarding the human body and it's reaction to cold and deep water. Jackson Doolan joins us for beach banter this...
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Ep 131- Jim Walker
Olympian Jim Walker comes in to talk about how he grew up together with Hoppo, finding their passion for paddling. He talks about the sport's growth into ocean paddling, how he moved into kayaking to compete in the Olympic games in 1996 as well as his eventual move to Race 1, giving back to the...
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Ep 130- Andrew Donaldson
Marathon swimmer Andrew Donaldson joins Hoppo this week to speak about his upbringing in Scotland and how he made his move to Perth to pursue his swimming career. He talks about his travels across the world as he attempted the Ocean Seven challenge. For all things Life's a Beach, visit our site…
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Ep 129- Cyrell Paule
You may know this person from the "Married at First Sight" 2019 series, Cyrell Paule, better known as Cyclone Cyrell. She talks about the challenges she faced with becoming a public personality through reality TV and her family life with her partner Eden and their son, Boston. Eddy joins us for...
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Ep 128- Rhiannon Iffland
Rhiannon Iffland grew up in Newcastle where she started diving as a young kid. She joins Hoppo today to tell us how she went on to become the six-time Redbull World Champion. Rhiannon shares her experiences travelling to many places around the world and her present engagement in competitive cliff...
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Ep 127- Alexis and Jo Frankel
Hoppo is joined by Alexis and Jo this week to talk about the ongoing warfare between Israel and Palestine. Jo discusses as a first-hand witness, the state of the victims of this conflict and the horrifying scenes that she and the community endures. Alexis tells us of her emotional dealings…
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Ep 126- Hannah Hampton
Hoppo brings into the beach shack Hannah Hampton, professional footballer and goalkeeper for the FA Women's Super League club Chelsea and England's national team. She talks about her experience in the recent FIFA World Cup held in Australia and the struggles she faced with an eye condition in her...
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Ep 125- Chris Blowes
Chris Blowes comes to tell his incredible story of how he survived a Great White Shark attack. He details the incident, sharing his experience and goes into depth about how he recovered physically and mentally. Eddy joins for beach banter For all things Life's a Beach, visit our site at...
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Ep 124- Scott Sattler
Rugby League Legend Scott Sattler tunes in to speak about his early life in Queensland, and the eventual beginning of his football career. Now he is the manager for the Gold Coast Titans and reflects on his sports career with Hoppo. Jackson Doolan joins Hoppo for beach banter this week For all...
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Ep 123- Stefan West
Musician Stefan West joins Hoppo this week to talk about his story. He speaks about his relationships with family, music and the days he spent working until he began engaging with substances. He goes on to share his experiences with drug addiction, how it affected his life and how he overcame it....
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Ep 122- Tommy Herschell
Tommy Herschell jumps into the beach shack to tell us his story. He uses his experiences and struggles to educate others where he can, started a charity known as 'Find Your Feet,' and travels to various communities and provides workshops where he helps as many people as he can. Eddy joins us for...
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Ep 121- Colin Fassnidge
Hoppo brings in old mate and Celebrity Chef Colin Fassnidge to speak about his move from Ireland to Sydney and how he got his footing in the culinary industry. He talks about the mental struggles that he and many chefs have experienced including a number of his own friends, as well as his…
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Ep 120- Beach Banter Special
This week, we've compiled some of our favourite stories from all the beach banters you've heard so far. Opening with a story shared between Hoppo and Kerrbox, we move into some of the highlights of the past years and hope you enjoy this special episode! For all things Life's a Beach, visit our…
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Ep 119- Brenda Matthews
Brenda Matthews joins us this week to tell her amazing story. At the age of two, her and her 6 siblings were taken from their Aboriginal parents and placed into a foster system. She speaks about her experiences growing up with a loving White family for six years before child welfare had her...
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Ep 118- Brad Guy
Brad Guy comes into the beach shack to tell his amazing and inspiring story. He tells about his experiences growing up as a member of the LGBTQ+ community and how he set his life back on track after an unfortunate skydiving accident left him with long-lasting mental and physical injuries. Billy...
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Ep 117- Shayna Jack
This week, Olympic Swimmer, Shayna Jack comes to speak about her amazing comeback story as an athlete after being falsely accused of being a drug cheat. She tells us about her battles; mental, physical and legal, that she persevered through to end up back in the pools, swimming at an elite level....
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Ep 116- Chris Enahoro
Chris Enahoro comes in to tell his story this week. He spent his earlier days as a rising star in football but was unfortunately diagnosed with a kidney disorder at eighteen years old. Despite the setbacks in his health, he pushed on and played at the top grades of National Rugby League. Billy...
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Ep 115- Tom Williams
Hoppo's old mate and TV Personality Tom Williams comes in to tell his story this week. He talks about the launch of his radio and television career, how he began his journey in media and the things he got up to before and after. Aaron Buchan tunes in for beach banter this week! For all things...
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Ep 114- John Maclean
Australian Triathlete John Maclean joins us this week to speak about his incredible achievements. He was the first paraplegic to complete the Ironman World Championship and swim the English Channel. He won silver in the 2008 Beijing Paralympics, and now gives back to support all of those who have...
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Ep 113- Jen Byles
Fitness fanatic Jen Byles joins Hoppo to talk about her relationship with the gym and her sporting hobbies. Whilst she was at the top of her game, she was diagnosed with breast cancer. Now Jen comes to speak about the struggles she faced and continues to face in her ongoing, lifelong battle with...
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Ep 112- Selina McCloskey
3rd Runner-Up in Miss Universe Australia, Selina McCloskey joins Hoppo this week to tell her story in modelling, charity work and business. She tells us about the terrifying experience of being followed home after work, the toll it took on her mentally and the importance of mental health. Aaron...
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Ep 111- Colin Hamilton
Aussie Olympian in the modern pentathlon Colin Hamilton joins us to speak about the events in which he partook and the struggles he faced performing at an incredible elite level whilst working and earning his own living. For all things Life's a Beach, visit our site at https://www.lifesabeach.co/...
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Ep 110- Chris McCormack
Triathlete legend Chris McCormack comes in to speak about his career and the way he honed his abilities to finally conquer some of the biggest triathlon races. Chappo jumps into the beach shack for beach banter this week. For all things Life's a Beach, visit our site at…
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Ep 109- BlakeJohnston
Longest surf world record holder Blake Johnston, tells us about his resilience and perseverance in his 40 hour long story. He speaks about his growth and his experience with the sport, as well as his coaching and mental health advocacy. Chase Hardaker returns for beach banter For all things…
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Ep 108- Bruce Hopkins (Part Two)
Glenn returns this week to carry on his interview with our very own Bruce Hopkins! This is part two of the interview, a continuation from last weeks episode! Chappo joins us in the beach shack for beach banter this week! For all things Life's a Beach, visit our site at https://www.lifesabeach.co/...
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Ep 107- Bruce Hopkins (Part One)
Something a little different is happening this week in the beach shack. Your host, Glenn Gorick, has everyone's favourite Aussie lifeguard, Bruce "Hoppo" Hopkins in for an interview about his life. He speaks about his childhood, his experiences performing in a variety of sports and his eventual...
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Ep 106- Jock Campbell
Jock Campbell, previously known as the head strength conditioner and trainer of Australian cricket legends tells us his story. He runs Jock Athletic where he continues his mentoring career on young athletes, turning them into national champions. Chappo joins us for beach banter this week! For all...
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Ep 105- Jalen Rucker
Hoppo tunes in with Jalen Rucker, a young athlete whose efforts carry him towards his ultimate goal of competing in the Olympics. He speaks of his early days playing basketball and soccer and his eventual transition to the athletic track where he excelled in pole vault and long jump. Chase...
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Ep 104- Steve York
Former Commander of twenty years in the New South Wales Police Force, Steve York joins us this week to speak about his time in the Negotiation department of the police. He recounts his experience in arresting armed robbers, murderers and the sieges he was involved in. Chappo joins us for beach...
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Ep 103- Jake Paterson
Former World Surfer Jake Paterson crashes into the beach shack to talk about his early competitive surfing days, winning the 1998 Pipemasters in Hawaii and his Sunscreen company for after his retirement. Chase Hardacker joins us for beach banter this week! For all things Life's a Beach, visit our...
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Ep 102- Josh Holmes
Rugby legend Josh Holmes joins us for Life's a Beach this week! He speaks about his love for the sport and the multitude of teams he's been a part of. Whippet joins Hoppo for beach banter! For all things Life's a Beach, visit our site at https://www.lifesabeach.co/ Instagram:...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The Life’s A Beach Podcast is presented by Head Lifeguard and TV personality, Bruce ‘Hoppo’ Hopkins. Known to his fans as the fun-loving, down to earth Lifeguard from Bondi Rescue, Hoppo has spent nearly 30 years working on Australia’ most infamous beach and will open up to fans like never before. Portraying another side to the lovable larrikin, Hoppo and guests will discuss life stories - the good, the bad and everything in between in an open and candid forum. Each week they will share their own challenges and struggles and in true Hoppo style there will be some light-hearted jokes and banter along the way. Hoppo hopes the experiences that are shared will resonate with the audience, as the old saying goes… while Life’s A Beach, it can also be a bitch!
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The Life’s A Beach Podcast is presented by Head Lifeguard and TV personality, Bruce ‘Hoppo’ Hopkins. Known to his fans as the fun-loving, down to earth Lifeguard from Bondi Rescue, Hoppo has spent nearly 30 years working on Australia’ most infamous beach and will open up to fans like never before....
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