Defining Moments with Chris Beattie

After years working with major global brands and celebrities in Los Angeles, Perry Howell found herself disconnected from who she truly was.From calling off a marriage, to leaving behind the life she had built in America and starting again in Australia, this conversation explores what happens when you stop living for other people’s expectations and start listening to yourself instead.This one is for people who feel stuck, disconnected, burnt out, or trapped in a version of life that no longer feels aligned.Chapters:00:00 - Living For Other People09:00 - Building The "Perfect Life"18:00 - Ignoring Her Intuition For Years27:00 - Calling Off Her Marriage36:00 - The Cost Of People Pleasing45:00 - Leaving America Behind Completely54:00 - Rebuilding Her Life In Australia63:00 - Finding Herself Through Wellness72:00 - Masculine And Feminine Energy81:00 - Learning To Trust YourselfFollow us on Instagram: @defining_moments_podSPONSORS:FREE VIRTUAL ASSUSTANT - Use referral code MOMENTS at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.10% OFF CHIEF NUTRITION - Use the following link https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681

What if the places we fear most are nothing like we’ve been told?In this Defining Moment, Chris sits down with Fergal Guihen to explore how travelling through Iran completely changed his perspective on fear, media narratives and human connection.After cycling across multiple countries during his 30,000km journey from Ireland to Australia, Fergal reflects on the extraordinary kindness he experienced from strangers in Iran, despite growing up believing it was somewhere dangerous.Chapters:00:00 - Fear Before Entering Iran02:00 - Media Narratives Vs Reality04:00 - Kindness From Complete Strangers06:00 - Travelling Through Political Conflict08:00 - How Travel Changes Perspective10:00 - Why Fear Often Misleads Us12:00 - Taking The First Step When Faced With FearFollow us on Instagram: @defining_moments_podSPONSORS:FREE VIRTUAL ASSUSTANT - Use referral code MOMENTS at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.10% OFF CHIEF NUTRITION - Use the following link https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681

What would you do if fear of regret became bigger than fear of failure?In this episode, Chris sits down with Fergal Guihen to explore the mindset shift that led him to leave behind a safe life in Ireland and cycle 30,000km across 28 countries to Australia.From working as a nurse and hearing people’s end-of-life regrets, to surviving extreme conditions, loneliness, and dangerous situations on the road, this is a powerful conversation about courage, purpose, and choosing growth over comfort.This one is for people who feel stuck, are scared to take the first step, or know deep down they’re capable of more.Chapters:00:00 - Fear Of Regret Vs Failure09:00 - Lessons From End Of Life Care18:00 - Why He Left Ireland Behind27:00 - Dealing With Family Doubt36:00 - How Small Steps Build Confidence45:00 - Drugged And Attacked In Iran54:00 - Surviving Brutal Winter Conditions63:00 - What Loneliness Taught Him72:00 - Losing His Cousin To Suicide81:00 - Finding Purpose Through AdversityFollow us on Instagram: @defining_moments_podSPONSORS:FREE VIRTUAL ASSUSTANT - Use referral code MOMENTS at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.10% OFF CHIEF NUTRITION - Use the following link https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681

Better mental health comes from the small daily actions everyone can take, not just big life-changing moments.In this Defining Moment, Chris sits down with Cooper Chapman to explore simple habits like gratitude, responsibility, connection, mindfulness, and kindness, and how applying them consistently can create real change.This one is for people who want practical tools they can use immediately to improve their mindset, relationships, and overall wellbeing.Chapters:00:00 - Daily Habits02:00 - Take Responsibility04:00 - Practise Gratitude06:00 - Build Connection08:00 - Stay Present10:00 - Choose Kindness12:00 - Take Action14:00 - Better Mental HealthFollow us on Instagram: @defining_moments_podSPONSORS:FREE VIRTUAL ASSUSTANT - Use referral code MOMENTS at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.10% OFF CHIEF NUTRITION - Use the following link https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681

What happens when your identity is built on external validation?In this episode, Chris sits down with Cooper Chapman to explore the transition from professional surfing to building The Good Human Factory, and how losing a major sponsor became the catalyst for a much bigger purpose.This one is for people who want practical tools to improve their mental health, build stronger habits, and stop tying their self-worth to achievements alone.Chapters:00:00 - External Validation09:00 - Pro Surfing Life18:00 - Losing Sponsorship27:00 - Values Over Victimhood36:00 - Good Human Factory45:00 - Five Core Values54:00 - Responsibility Mindset63:00 - Gratitude & Connection72:00 - Kindness & Habits81:00 - The 1% ClubFollow us on Instagram: @defining_moments_podSPONSORS:FREE VIRTUAL ASSUSTANT - Use referral code MOMENTS at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.10% OFF CHIEF NUTRITION - Use the following link https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681

In this Defining Moment, Chris and Matt Ringrose discuss how daily meditation helps reduce stress, boosts creativity, and ultimately led to Chris giving up alcohol.A short, powerful take on fear, clarity, and why less thinking can lead to better decisions.Chapters:00:00 - Meditation & The Link to Creativity02:05 - The Science Behind Creative Thinking04:00 - Accessing Deeper Levels of Consciousness06:10 - Where the Best Ideas Actually Come From08:00 - Why We Struggle to Access Creativity10:00 - The Cultural Trap of Chasing Happiness11:40 - Meditation vs Alcohol: What We’re Really Seeking13:00 - Why Drinking Becomes Less Appealing14:20 - How Meditation Changes Your Desires16:00 - Aligning With Growth & Natural BehaviourFollow us on Instagram: @defining_moments_podSPONSORS:FREE VIRTUAL ASSUSTANT - Use referral code MOMENTS at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.10% OFF CHIEF NUTRITION - Use the following link https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681

What if the things you’ve been avoiding didn’t feel hard anymore?In this episode, Chris sits down with Vedic meditation teacher Matt Ringrose to explore how a simple daily habit can reduce fear, quiet overthinking, and make taking action feel natural.This one is for people who want to build inner stability, and approach life with more clarity and confidence.Chapters:00:00 - Why Meditation Matters09:00 - Confidence & Identity Shift18:00 - Unlocking Creativity27:00 - Finding Inner Peace36:00 - Quitting Alcohol Naturally45:00 - How Meditation Works54:00 - Rethinking Enlightenment63:00 - Karma Explained Simply72:00 - Creation vs Destruction81:00 - Living With PurposeFollow us on Instagram: @defining_moments_podSPONSORS:FREE VIRTUAL ASSUSTANT - Use referral code MOMENTS at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.10% OFF CHIEF NUTRITION - Use the following link https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681

In this defining moment, Johnny Fisher reflects on the aftermath of his first professional loss and the advice that helped him reset, refocus, and come back stronger.After getting knocked out, Johnny found himself facing doubt, pressure, and the reality of failure at the highest level. What followed was a shift in mindset, sparked by a conversation with Eddie and Barry Hearn, that changed how he viewed setbacks and his own identity as a fighter.Watch or listen to the full conversation with Johnny on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Chapters:00:00 - Advice & Slowing Down03:15 - “You’re Going To Fall”06:30 - Changing Trainers09:45 - Training & Routine Reset12:30 - Pressure, Knockdown, Turning PointFollow us on Instagram: @defining_moments_podSPONSORS:FREE VIRTUAL ASSUSTANT - Use referral code MOMENTS at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.10% OFF CHIEF NUTRITION - Use the following link https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681

Johnny Fisher joins Chris Beattie for a powerful conversation on failure, pressure, and what it really takes to come back stronger. A professional boxer known for his explosive rise, Johnny opens up about the toughest moment of his career so far, getting knocked out, and how that experience reshaped his mindset, identity, and approach to the sport.Chris and Johnny explore the reality behind setbacks in high performance environments, the pressure of expectations, and the advice that changed everything after the loss. Johnny shares:What it actually feels like to get knocked out and loseThe mental battle after defeat and how he processed itThe advice from Eddie and Barry Hearn that changed his perspectiveWhy failure can be a turning point, not an endpointHow he rebuilt his confidence and came back strongerChapters:00:00 - Getting Knocked Out & What It Revealed2:32 - Breaking Down the Rematch Loss5:54 - Feeling Underprepared & Tactical Mistakes7:12 - New Coach & Brutal Training Camp10:10 - The Comeback & Career Turning Point12:24 - Emotional Reaction & Processing Defeat16:05 - Pressure, Overthinking & Mental Battles20:28 - Family, Faith & Becoming a Role Model26:12 - Advice from Eddie Hearn & Changing Trainers32:20 - Inside a Professional Training Camp44:22 - Knockout Win & What’s Next56:10 - Tyson Fury, Boxing Politics & Life Outside the Ring1:07:03 - Life Goals, Perspective & Love LifeFollow us on Instagram: @defining_moments_podSPONSORS:FREE VIRTUAL ASSUSTANT - Use referral code MOMENTS at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.10% OFF CHIEF NUTRITION - Use the following link https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681

Defining Moments is a short-form series that pulls out the most powerful insight from each long-form conversation.In this Defining Moment, breathwork practitioner Eddie Nelson shares the moment that completely changed her life.After years of feeling disconnected from her body, Eddie describes the first breathwork session that made her feel present, grounded and fully connected to herself for the first time.If this resonates, the full episode goes deeper into:Breathwork for anxiety and nervous system regulationHow breathwork improves sleep and performanceThe science behind breath and emotional releaseWatch or listen to the full conversation with Eddie on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Follow us on Instagram: @defining_moments_podSPONSORS:FREE VIRTUAL ASSUSTANT - Use referral code MOMENTS at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.10% OFF CHIEF NUTRITION - Use the following link https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681

In this episode, I sit down with breathwork practitioner Eddie Nelson to explore how breathwork can be used as a practical tool for anxiety, better sleep and peak performance.We break down what breathwork is actually doing inside the body, how it impacts the nervous system, and why so many people feel disconnected from themselves without even realising it.We cover:How breathwork regulates anxiety and stress in real timeWhy most people are stuck in a constant fight or flight stateThe link between breathing, sleep quality and recoveryHow breathwork can improve focus and performance at work or in sportThe science behind turning off the thinking mind and dropping into the bodyWhether you struggle with anxiety, poor sleep or simply want to perform at a higher level, this episode gives you tools you can start using immediately.If this resonates, make sure you subscribe and share the episode with someone who could benefit.Follow us on Instagram: @defining_moments_podSPONSORS:FREE VIRTUAL ASSUSTANT - Use referral code MOMENTS at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.10% OFF CHIEF NUTRITION - Use the following link https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681

Barry Du Bois is a mental health advocate, keynote speaker, and TV presenter best known for his work on The Living Room. He is a Board member of R U OK? Day and is often described as a modern-day elder, sharing lived experience, hard-won perspective, and practical tools to help people navigate adversity with strength and humanity.Barry is the creator of 5 Days to a Calmer, Stronger You, a gentle, practical course designed to help people reset their nervous system and build sustainable resilience without pressure or overwhelm.DISCOUNT OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - Barry is offering the course at a discounted rate of $27 for the first 100 listeners of this podcast by using the code BAZCHRISPOD at https://barrydubois.com/5daysDefining Moments is a short-form series that pulls out the most powerful turning point from each long-form conversation.In this Defining Moment, Barry “Baz” Du Bois shares the night he almost ended his life.After years of private trauma including repeated miscarriages, IVF heartbreak, his mother’s passing, and his wife’s cancer diagnosis, Baz found himself wealthy and outwardly successful but emotionally broken. Sitting alone in his car on a rainy night, he believed everyone would be better off without him.What changed everything was a simple phone call.This is a raw conversation about depression, male identity, hidden suffering, and the life-saving power of human connection.If this resonates, the full episode goes deeper into resilience, adversity, and why comfort can quietly erode our strength.Watch or listen to the full conversation with Baz on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Follow us on Instagram: @defining_moments_podSPONSORS:FREE VIRTUAL ASSUSTANT - Use referral code MOMENTS at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.10% OFF CHIEF NUTRITION - Use the following link https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681

About the guest:Barry Du Bois is a mental health advocate, keynote speaker, and TV presenter best known for his work on The Living Room. He is a Board member of R U OK? Day and is often described as a modern-day elder, sharing lived experience, hard-won perspective, and practical tools to help people navigate adversity with strength and humanity.Barry is the creator of 5 Days to a Calmer, Stronger You, a gentle, practical course designed to help people reset their nervous system and build sustainable resilience without pressure or overwhelm.DISCOUNT OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - Barry is offering the course at a discounted rate of $27 for the first 100 listeners of this podcast by using the code BAZCHRISPOD at https://barrydubois.com/5daysWhen Baz Du Bois was told he had three months to live, he refused to accept it. But this isn’t just a cancer story. It’s about resilience.In this episode, Baz opens up about being given a terminal diagnosis, battling multiple myeloma, nearly taking his own life, and the phone call that pulled him back from the edge.Baz believes comfort is killing resilience. We avoid hard conversations.We shield our kids from struggle. We chase ease and ultimately lose strength.In this episode we discuss:What staring at death really teaches youThe difference between confidence and true resilienceWhy saying “I’m with you” can save a lifeHow avoiding pain makes you weakerRaising strong kids in a comfortable worldLeaning into hard things instead of running from themThis is a conversation about mortality, mental health, fatherhood, and the cost of an easy life.About the guest:Barry Du Bois is a mental health advocate, keynote speaker, and TV presenter best known for his work on The Living Room. He is a Board member of R U OK? Day and is often described as a modern-day elder, sharing lived experience, hard-won perspective, and practical tools to help people navigate adversity with strength and humanity.Barry is the creator of 5 Days to a Calmer, Stronger You, a gentle, practical course designed to help people reset their nervous system and build sustainable resilience without pressure or overwhelm.DISCOUNT OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - Barry is offering the course at a discounted rate of $27 for the first 100 listeners of this podcast by using the code BAZCHRISPOD at https://barrydubois.com/5daysFollow us on Instagram: @defining_moments_podSPONSORS:FREE VIRTUAL ASSUSTANT - Use referral code MOMENTS at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.10% OFF CHIEF NUTRITION - Use the following link https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681

Defining Moments is a short-form series that pulls out the most important insight or turning point from each long-form conversation.In this Defining Moment, Clinical Nutritionist Sally O’Neil explains why rapid fat loss doesn’t automatically mean better health.We unpack the rise of GLP-1 weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro, how they suppress appetite, and the hidden risks that can follow. From muscle loss and nutrient deficiencies to hair thinning, hormonal disruption and long-term metabolic consequences, Sally explains what can happen when calories drop but food quality does not improve.We also discuss:Why discipline still matters in the Ozempic eraHow low calorie intake can quietly create deficienciesThe risks of accessing fat loss drugs through grey-market clinicsWhy “skinny” and “healthy” are not the same thingIf this resonates and you want the full context, the complete episode with Sally O’Neil dives deeper into GLP-1 drugs, AI in nutrition, modern diet culture, and what sustainable fat loss actually looks like.Watch or listen to the full conversation on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Follow us on Instagram: @defining_moments_podSPONSORS:FREE VIRTUAL ASSUSTANT - Use referral code MOMENTS at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.10% OFF CHIEF NUTRITION - Use the following link https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681

In this episode, we dive into “The Ozempic Era” and unpack what fat loss drugs, AI and modern biohacking are doing to the world of nutrition.We discuss how GLP-1 medications actually work, who they are designed for, and where things are starting to go wrong. Sally explains the risks of rapid calorie restriction, muscle loss, nutrient deficiencies and the growing grey market around these drugs. We also explore whether discipline still matters in a world where appetite can be chemically suppressed.Beyond weight loss drugs, we cover: How AI and ChatGPT are disrupting the nutrition industryThe truth about creatine and whether everyone should take itCaffeine timing and performanceSupplements that are actually worth it and those that aren’tIf you’re trying to lose weight, optimise performance, or simply understand what’s real versus hype in modern nutrition, this episode is for you.Follow us on Instagram: @defining_moments_podSPONSORS:FREE VIRTUAL ASSUSTANT - Use referral code MOMENTS at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.10% OFF CHIEF NUTRITION - Use the following link https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681

Defining Moments is a short-form series that pulls out the most important insight, realisation, or turning point from each long-form conversation.In this Defining Moment, Mike Ryan reflects on the hidden cost of documenting his life on social media every day during his 100 Day Hard Challenge.While his fitness, energy, and discipline improved, something else quietly suffered. Connection. Presence. Community.Mike shares how daily posting began to shape his behaviour, isolate him from others, and turn health into something performative rather than lived. He unpacks the dopamine loop of likes and views, the pressure to always show your best life online, and the realisation that physical health without social connection is not health at all.If this resonates, the full episode goes deeper into:The 100 Day Hard Challenge and what it taught himSobriety, whole foods, and extreme disciplineSocial media, dopamine, and performative habitsFinding a more sustainable and connected approach to healthListen to the full conversation with Mike Ryan on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.Follow us on Instagram: @defining_moments_podSPONSORS:FREE VIRTUAL ASSUSTANT - Use referral code MOMENTS at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.10% OFF CHIEF NUTRITION - Use the following link https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681

In this episode, Mike Ryan reflects on why he committed to a 100 Day Hard Challenge after arriving in Australia and realising his habits were no longer serving him.Mike shares why he used the challenge as a socially acceptable way to step away from alcohol, what eating a strict whole foods diet taught him about energy, recovery, and inflammation, and how training twice a day for 100 days impacted his body and nervous system.We also explore the hidden cost of documenting life on social media every day, the dopamine trap of views and engagement, and why extreme discipline can quietly pull you away from presence, connection, and balance.This is an honest conversation about sobriety, fitness, social pressure, and learning how to rebuild habits in a way that is sustainable long term.Please like, comment and subscribe as it helps more than you know.Listen to all of our episodes on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Follow us on Instagram: @defining_moments_podSPONSORS:FREE VIRTUAL ASSUSTANT - Use referral code MOMENTS at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.10% OFF CHIEF NUTRITION - Use the following link https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681

Defining Moments is a short-form series that pulls out the most important moment, insight, or realisation from each long-form conversation.In this Defining Moment episode, Georgia May explains why burnout is not just feeling tired.She shares how burnout showed up physically and emotionally, why recovery took over a year, and how living in a constant high-stress state slowly rewired her nervous system without her realising. From hair loss and anxiety to emotional reactivity and exhaustion, this is an honest look at what burnout actually looks like.If this resonates and you want more context, the full episode goes deeper into:Hustle culture and the hidden cost of chasing successThe difference between stress, fatigue, and true burnoutHealing the nervous system and redefining successListen to the full episode with Georgia May on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Follow us on Instagram: @defining_moments_podSPONSORS:FREE VIRTUAL ASSUSTANT - Use referral code MOMENTS at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.10% OFF CHIEF NUTRITION - Use the following link https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681

In this episode, Chris sits down with Georgia May to unpack the real cost of hustle culture and what burnout actually looks like when success comes at the expense of wellbeing.Georgia shares her journey from building a high performing corporate career and moving to Los Angeles, to returning home burnt out, anxious, and questioning everything she thought success was meant to be. Together, they explore the subtle ways ambition, validation, and identity can drive us into survival mode without us realising.This conversation dives into:Burnout versus stressNervous system recoveryRedefining success, andThe practices that helped Georgia slow down and rebuild a more grounded, fulfilling life.If you’ve ever felt stuck on the treadmill or sensed that the life you’re chasing isn’t actually serving you, this episode will resonate.Please like, comment and subscribe as it helps more than you know.Listen now on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Follow us on Instagram: @defining_moments_podSPONSORS:FREE VIRTUAL ASSUSTANT - Use referral code MOMENTS at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.10% OFF CHIEF NUTRITION - Use the following link https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681

This episode of The Bondi Podcast was recorded in Archer Park, Bondi Beach, ten days after the terrorist attack that took place here during a Chanukah celebration.In this conversation, I sit down with Rabbi Yossi Friedman, a senior rabbi in the local Jewish community, to reflect on the events, the human cost of the attack, and the days that followed.Rabbi Friedman speaks openly about:The atmosphere in Bondi in the immediate aftermath of the attackSupporting grieving families and attending funeralsThe meaning of Chanukah and the symbolism of light in times of darknessFear, anger, and resilience within the Jewish communityQuestions around safety, policing, radicalisation, and leadershipHow communities can respond without giving in to hatred or divisionThis is a long-form, unedited conversation focused on listening, understanding, and documenting a moment that has deeply impacted Bondi and Australia more broadly.Please like, comment and subscribe as it helps more than you know.🎧 Listen now on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts.👉 Follow us on Instagram: @the_bondi_podcastSPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - use referral code BONDI at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.SPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - 10% off all CHIEF NUTRITION (@chief.nutrition) products using the following link - https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681Important Disclaimers:This episode contains discussion of violence, terrorism, death, and trauma. Listener discretion is advised.The views expressed by the guest are his own and are shared in the context of personal experience, community leadership, and grief. They do not necessarily reflect the views of the host or the podcast.Details relating to the attack reflect information available and personal perspectives at the time of recording. Investigations were ongoing at the time this episode was filmed.This conversation is intended to foster understanding, empathy, and respectful dialogue. It is not intended to incite hatred, endorse violence, or promote harm toward any group or individual.If you or someone you know has been affected by violence or trauma, support services are available. Consider reaching out to a trusted professional or local support organisation.

At 24 years old, Giselle Moor hit the ground after a drag-racing accident and instantly realised she couldn’t feel her legs. In that moment, her entire life changed.In this powerful episode, Giselle opens up about the crash that left her paralysed, the pain and shock of the early days, the brutal physical and emotional recovery that followed, and how she eventually rebuilt herself following the accident.From spending months in hospital learning to live in a wheelchair, to battling anger, grief and the loss of independence, to travelling through 17 countries with her partner and completing marathons in her wheelchair — Giselle’s courage, honesty and self-awareness make this one of the most moving conversations ever shared on The Bondi Podcast.This episode goes deep on:The exact moment Giselle realised she was paralysedSurgery, rehab and the emotional cost of spinal traumaLearning to walk again partially and accepting life in a wheelchairThe mental health battle: anger, shame, grief and slow acceptanceBackpacking through South America and Asia in a wheelchairThe Sydney and London Marathons and what they meant to herHow the accident reshaped her relationship, identity and happinessIf you need a reminder of what strength, perspective and resilience look like, this is it.Please like, comment and subscribe. It helps more than you know.🎧 Listen now on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts.👉 Follow us on Instagram: @the_bondi_podcastSPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - use referral code BONDI at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.SPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - 10% off all CHIEF NUTRITION (@chief.nutrition) products using the following link - https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681

At 30 years old, Ned Wagner was sitting in a corner office at American Express, the job he’d chased for nearly a decade. On paper, he was living the corporate dream. Inside, he was burnt out, miserable, and terrified of spending the next 40 years in a life that didn’t feel like his. So he did the unthinkable. Ned quit his director job, packed up his life in New York, moved to Mexico with $8,000 to his name… and started posting on social media.Twelve months later, he’s living in Bondi and finally living a life designed on his terms rather than society’s.In this episode, we dive into the real story behind the reinvention:The fear, unhappiness and burnout he hid behind the corporate maskThe moment he realised he couldn’t do it anymoreLeaving behind prestige, salary and safety for the unknownMoving to Mexico alone and running out of moneyGoing viral, building an audience and finding his purposeJoining Amplify and rebuilding a life that finally felt trueIf you’ve ever felt stuck on the “safe” path, trapped by expectations, burnout or fear then Ned’s story will hit you hard. This is an honest conversation about courage, identity, risk and the price of choosing yourself.Listen now for a reminder that you’re never too old or too deep on the path to redesign your life.🎧 Listen now on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts.👉 Follow us on Instagram: @the_bondi_podcastSPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - use referral code BONDI at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.SPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - 10% off all CHIEF NUTRITION (@chief.nutrition) products using the following link - https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681

Are casual hookups and situationships keeping you from finding something real?In this episode, content creator and relationship coach Nick Slater returns to The Bondi Podcast to unpack the emotional toll of modern dating. From hookup culture and situationships to attachment styles and the search for genuine connection.Chris and Nick explore:Why casual hookups can be a form of self-sabotageHow anxious and avoidant attachment styles show up in relationshipsThe difference between “the spark” and real loveWhat makes a healthy relationship work in 2025Whether you’re stuck in a situationship, recovering from heartbreak, or just trying to understand how men think, this episode offers grounded, honest advice on love, timing, and emotional maturity.🎧 Listen now on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts.👉 Follow us on Instagram: @the_bondi_podcastSPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - use referral code BONDI at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.SPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - 10% off all CHIEF NUTRITION (@chief.nutrition) products using the following link - https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681

Content note: This episode contains discussion of domestic violence, trauma, and PTSD, which may be distressing to some listeners. If you or someone you know needs support, please contact Lifeline Australia on 13 11 14 or the equivalent in your region.Two years after appearing as the very first guest on The Bondi Podcast, Rawson Kirkhope returns to dive a bit deeper into his story.At just 13, Rawson witnessed his father shoot his mother. Decades later, he’s learning to live with Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD) and using his voice to help others break cycles of trauma and silence.In this powerful conversation, we talk about:Growing up in a home defined by fear and violenceUnderstanding Complex PTSD and its lifelong impactHow trauma shaped his self-belief and relationshipsHealing through kinesiology, therapy, and communityFinding purpose through fitness, structure, and service to othersThis is a story of courage, recovery, and the power of taking ownership of your healing.🎧 Listen now on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts.👉 Follow us on Instagram: @the_bondi_podcastSPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - use referral code BONDI at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.SPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - 10% off all CHIEF NUTRITION (@chief.nutrition) products using the following link - https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681

Content note: This episode contains discussion of mental health and suicidal thoughts. If you or someone you know needs support, please contact Lifeline Australia on 13 11 14 or the equivalent in your region.In 2020, Sam Johnson was trapped in a destructive cycle of drinking, depression, and anxiety. Then, one night on New Year’s Eve, he hit rock bottom and called his mum to say he couldn’t go on.What happened next changed everything.In this episode of The Bondi Podcast, Sam shares how he rebuilt his life one run at a time and how that journey led all the way to the 2025 Ironman World Championships in Nice, France.We talk about:Overcoming depression and suicidal thoughtsFinding purpose through running and triathlonSobriety, structure, and the power of small daily goalsWhat competing at the Ironman World Championships taught him about himselfIf you’ve ever struggled with motivation, mental health, or finding your way back from a dark place, this episode is for you.🎧 Listen now on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts.👉 Follow us on Instagram: @the_bondi_podcastSPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - use referral code BONDI at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.SPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - 10% off all CHIEF NUTRITION (@chief.nutrition) products using the following link - https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681

What makes someone give up alcohol at just 27?In this episode, Faye Louise Hughes opens up about the moment she realised drinking was holding her back and how quitting alcohol changed everything. From blackouts and shame to clarity, confidence, and self-love, Faye shares the truth about her journey to sobriety and what life looks like two and a half years later.We also talk about:The social challenges of being sober in your 20sReplacing drinking with purpose and new habitsRebuilding self-worth and confidence from the inside outWhether you’re sober-curious, thinking about cutting back, or just love hearing powerful turnaround stories - this one’s for you.🎧 Listen now on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts.👉 Follow us on Instagram: @the_bondi_podcastSPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - use referral code BONDI at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.SPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - 10% off all CHIEF NUTRITION (@chief.nutrition) products using the following link - https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681#sobercurious #soberlife #sobrietyjourney #alcoholfree #soberliving #mentalhealth #healingjourney #selflove #personalgrowth #mindfulness #growthmindset

What if you could rewire your beliefs, raise your energy, and manifest the life you’ve always wanted?In this episode of The Bondi Podcast, Chris sits down with Sara McNelis - gym owner, human behaviour practitioner, and manifestation coach - to explore how she transformed her life from trauma bond relationships into purpose, clarity, and alignment.Sara shares her 4-step manifestation framework that anyone can apply to start creating their dream life today. From healing limiting beliefs to taking action with conviction, this conversation blends personal story with practical tools for self-growth.What you’ll learn in this episode:Clarity - why getting crystal clear on what you want is the first step to changeRewiring your subconscious - how to identify and replace limiting beliefs holding you backDoing the work - the habits and actions that turn dreams into realityRaising your frequency- how energy, self-worth and alignment attract new opportunitiesWhether you’re curious about manifestation, feeling stuck in life, or simply want inspiration to start fresh, Sara’s story will remind you that it’s never too late to rewrite your path.🎧 Listen now on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts.👉 Follow us on Instagram: @the_bondi_podcastSPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - use referral code BONDI at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.SPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - 10% off all CHIEF NUTRITION (@chief.nutrition) products using the following link - https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681#Manifestation #Mindset #SelfGrowth #BondiPodcast #PersonalDevelopment #DreamLifeDisclaimer: This episode contains Sara’s personal reflections on past experiences. They are subjective experiences, not statements of fact about any specific individual. Names and identifying details have been omitted. References to former partners are generalized. The discussion is not intended to identify, criticise, or comment on any particular person.

Go behind the scenes at Celtic FC with goalkeeper Ben Siegrist in this revealing conversation.Ben opens up about working under Ange Postecoglou and Brendan Rodgers, the intense pressure of playing for one of the world’s most passionate clubs, and the reality of life as Joe Hart’s understudy. He shares candid stories about blocked loan moves, injury frustrations, and the mental resilience needed to keep pushing when game time is limited.We also dive into his stints with Rapid Bucharest and Genoa in Serie A, the influence of Neil Lennon, and what he’s learned from adapting to different football cultures.In this episode, we talk about:The truth about life as Joe Hart’s backup at Celtic.How blocked loan moves shaped his career decisions.Lessons from Neil Lennon, Patrick Vieira, and playing in three different footballing cultures.Whether you’re a Celtic supporter, a football fan, or someone curious about the psychology of elite sport, this episode delivers an unfiltered look at the highs, lows, and lessons from the professional game.🎧 Watch or listen on Spotify, YouTube and Apple PodcastsFollow us on Instagram: @the_bondi_podcastSPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - use referral code BONDI at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.SPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - 10% off all CHIEF NUTRITION (@chief.nutrition) products using the following link - https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681

Talitha Cummins was a familiar face on Australian TV screens - a successful journalist and newsreader with a bright career. But behind the camera, she was silently battling alcohol addiction.In this powerful and deeply honest conversation, Talitha opens up about the hidden struggles she faced and what it took to rebuild her life from the ground up. In this episode, we discuss:How high-functioning alcoholism can go unnoticed for yearsThe turning point that forced Talitha to get soberSelf-worth and starting over with purposeWhat recovery has taught her and what she wants others to knowWhether you’re sober-curious, navigating burnout or hiding behind a mask of success, this is a conversation that might just change the way you view yourself and others.🎧 Watch or listen on Spotify, YouTube and Apple PodcastsFollow us on Instagram: @the_bondi_podcastSPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - use referral code BONDI at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.SPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - 10% off all CHIEF NUTRITION (@chief.nutrition) products using the following link - https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681

Lockie Clancy (@lockie_clancy) is one of Australia’s top Hyrox Pro athletes and co-founder of the performance-driven activewear brand 110. In this episode, he reflects on his performance at the recent Hyrox World Championships in Chicago including the preparation, the pressure and the behind the scenes at the event itself.After months of intense training and competing, Lockie opens up about the unexpected challenges of burnout, mindset fatigue and regret. This is a raw look into what it takes to perform at the elite level and the mental toll of trying to do it all.In this episode, we discuss:Lockie’s training journey leading into the Hyrox World ChampionshipsWhy he felt disappointed with his race and what he would do differentlyThe signs of burnout and how he’s recovering both mentally and physicallyLaunching his brand 110 and the philosophy behind “going all in”Balancing work, sport, relationships, and personal expectationsWhether you’re a Hyrox competitor, high-performing athlete, or someone pushing your limits, this episode will resonate.🎧 Watch or listen on Spotify, YouTube and Apple PodcastsFollow us on Instagram: @the_bondi_podcastSPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - use referral code BONDI at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.SPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - 10% off all CHIEF NUTRITION (@chief.nutrition) products using the following link - https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681

In this episode of The Bondi Podcast, Vedic meditation teacher and astrologer Mairead Ball shares her journey from corporate burnout to finding purpose through Vedic wisdom. What you’ll learn:What Vedic Astrology is and how it can help navigate big life changes• How Mairead healed from burnout and transformed her lifeBehind-the-scenes of her teacher training in India during COVIDA live Vedic astrology reading for host Chris BeattiePerfect for anyone interested in astrology, burnout recovery, meditation, or finding clarity in life.15% discount on Vedic Astrology readings from Mairead for all podcast listeners. Use code BONDIPOD - https://maireadball.as.me/schedule/13c5bde6/?categories[]=Vedic%20Astrology🎧 Watch or listen on Spotify, YouTube, and Apple PodcastsFollow us on Instagram: @the_bondi_podcastSPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - use referral code BONDI at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.SPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - 10% off all CHIEF NUTRITION (@chief.nutrition) products using the following link - https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681

Charlie Sutherland isn't your average backpacker! At 23, he completed a 920km solo run from Melbourne to Sydney in just 17 days. Then he backed it up with a 700km ultra challenge around Sydney’s Centennial Park - running 100km a day for 7 straight days.These challenges weren’t about medals or records. They were about something deeper: raising money for a good cause and chasing the psychological “break point” where most people would stop… and seeing what happens when you keep going.In this episode, Charlie opens up about:What drove him to run 920km in just over 2 weeks with minimal ultra experienceThe mental and emotional tools that got him through each dayHis relationship with pain, identity, and internal worthThe power of discipline, discomfort, and creating meaning through struggleWhether you're an athlete, a creative, or someone who pushes hard in life, this episode will challenge the way you think about limits, self-worth, and why we chase big things.🎧 Watch or listen on Spotify, YouTube, and Apple PodcastsFollow us on Instagram: @the_bondi_podcastSPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - use referral code BONDI at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.SPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - 10% off all CHIEF NUTRITION (@chief.nutrition) products using the following link - https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681

Daniel Calderwood is one of my closest friends and together, we recently travelled to India for a 9-day meditation retreat in the foothills of the Himalayas. What followed was a journey of stillness, intensity, emotional release and unexpected self-discovery.In this episode, we talk about:- The mental and physical demands of doing 8 hours of meditation a day- Intense emotional breakthroughs during our “rounding” sessions- Cultural shocks, including witnessing an arranged marriage, a baptism and a cremation all at the same time on the banks of the Ganges, and- Our biggest personal takeaways we’re bringing home, from self-compassion to the idea that doing less can actually give you moreThis is a reflective and at times surreal conversation about spiritual discomfort, cultural contrast, and the inner peace that can come when you finally stop trying so hard.Watch, listen, and let us know your biggest takeaway.Follow us on Instagram to stay up to date with our episodes: @the_bondi_podcastSPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - use referral code BONDI at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.SPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - 10% off all CHIEF NUTRITION (@chief.nutrition) products using the following link - https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681

Simon Feldman was a successful executive in his family's multi-million dollar business. But over the course of several years, he secretly embezzled $16.7 million — a decision that would destroy his reputation, land him in prison, and ultimately force him to confront the darkest parts of himself.In this episode, Simon opens up about:The moment he was ambushed in a boardroom and forced to confessHow pressure, shame, and misplaced ambition led to financial fraudThe brutal reality of prison, including being sexually assaulted by a cellmateHis subsequent mental health journey and rebuilding life after releaseSimon is joined by his partner KJ, who offers her own perspective on love, redemption, and what it takes to support someone with a complicated past.This is a raw and honest conversation about consequences, survival, and second chances.Watch, listen, and let us know your biggest takeaway.Check out Simon's book, Paying The Price - https://www.amazon.com.au/Paying-Price-When-makes-decisions/dp/1761099043Follow us on Instagram for updates on guests & episodes: @the_bondi_podcastSPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - use referral code BONDI at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.SPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - 10% off all CHIEF NUTRITION (@chief.nutrition) products using the following link - https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681

At just 15, Michael Cordner faced a devastating trauma — the suicide of a young athlete he coached. What followed was a downward spiral into anxiety, depression and overmedication that left him numb and disconnected for years.In this inspiring conversation, Michael shares his journey from being heavily medicated and losing his sense of self to finding hope and purpose through boxing. His powerful turnaround story led him to create Land the Jab — a boxing-based support program helping young people aged 12 to 21 as an alternative to overprescription of medication.In this episode, we cover:How Michael’s teenage trauma triggered anxiety, depression, and overprescription.The dangers of Australia’s growing youth overprescription epidemic, andHow boxing became a lifeline and a platform for mentoring at-risk youth.Michael’s story is a powerful reminder that even the darkest chapters can lead to purpose — and that rock bottom can be a catalyst for change.Watch, listen, and let us know your biggest takeaway.Follow us on Instagram for updates on guests & episodes: @the_bondi_podcastSPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - use referral code BONDI at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.SPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - 10% off all CHIEF NUTRITION (@chief.nutrition) products using the following link - https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681

The guest on this episode is Hannah Cates - a writer, speaker, and coach passionate about helping others reconnect with their true selves.In this inspiring conversation, Hannah shares how she walked away from the 'perfect life' — marriage, stability, and societal expectations — to embark on a journey of healing, rediscovery, and deeper purpose.In the episode we talk about:- The cost of hiding who you are to fit in, and why so many people lose themselves along the way- Hannah’s turning points: divorce, spiritual awakenings in Dubai and India, and overcoming anorexia- How journaling, meditation, and creativity can help you reconnect with your inner voiceHannah’s story is a reminder that even when life looks perfect on the outside, true fulfilment comes from within.You can find Hannah’s book Comfortably Wild here - https://www.amazon.com.au/Comfortably-Wild-Hannah-Cates/dp/B0C1J5DGJXWatch, listen, and let us know your biggest takeaway.Follow us on Instagram for updates on guests & episodes: @the_bondi_podcastSPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - use referral code BONDI at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.SPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - 10% off all CHIEF NUTRITION (@chief.nutrition) products using the following link - https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681

The guest on this episode is Hamish Young – Bondi-based coach, gym owner, and someone who’s battled silently with chronic illness for over two decades.In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Hamish opens up about living with Crohn’s disease - diagnosed at 16, hidden for years, and only recently spoken about publicly. He shares the emotional and physical toll it’s taken, how it impacted his mental health, and the role love, vulnerability, and routine have played in his healing.In the episode we talk about:- The moment Hamish was diagnosed and why he kept it hidden for so long- How training and a healthy lifestyle became his medicine, and- The mental health battles behind the scenes and what finally helped him open upThis is a raw conversation about suffering in silence, breaking the stigma, and learning to live with self-acceptance.Watch, listen, and let us know your biggest takeaway.Follow us on Instagram for updates on guests & episodes: @the_bondi_podcastSPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - use referral code BONDI at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.SPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - 10% off all CHIEF NUTRITION (@chief.nutrition) products using the following link - https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681

The guest on this episode is Thomas Malucelli - former party boy and Bachelor contestant, and current holistic wellness coach.In this raw and reflective episode, Thomas opens up about what it really took to turn his life around - from feeling lost and disconnected to becoming a wellness coach, mental health advocate, and someone truly aligned with purpose.In the episode we talk about:- Thomas’ journey from unhealthy and unfulfilled party boy to holistic wellness coach- The tools he’s used to rebuild his life—physically, mentally, and emotionally, and- The identity crisis that followed his time on The Bachelor and how he found his way back to himselfThis is an honest conversation about what it means to feel lost, to hit pause, and to consciously choose a better life.Watch, listen, and let us know your biggest takeaway.Follow us on Instagram for updates on guests & episodes: @the_bondi_podcastSPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - use referral code BONDI at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.SPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - 10% off all CHIEF NUTRITION (@chief.nutrition) products using the following link - https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681

Jen McCloy knows firsthand the joy and challenges of surrogacy - she was a surrogate for her best friend. But through her journey, she uncovered the shocking legal loopholes and unregulated black market that leave intended parents and surrogates vulnerable.In Australia, outdated laws fail to protect both surrogates and intended parents, leading some to seek risky, unregulated alternatives. In this episode, we dive into:Jen’s personal experience as a surrogate and what she learned- The legal gaps in NSW and Australia that desperately need reformThe rise of the surrogacy black market and the dangers it poses, andWhat needs to change to ensure ethical and safe surrogacy for all partiesThis conversation pulls back the curtain on the reality of surrogacy in Australia—both the beautiful and the deeply flawed. Whether you’re curious about surrogacy, considering it, or just interested in women’s health, ethics, and law reform, this episode is an eye-opener.Watch, listen, and let us know your biggest takeaway.Follow us on Instagram for updates on guests & episodes: @the_bondi_podcastSPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - use referral code BONDI at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.SPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - 10% off all CHIEF NUTRITION (@chief.nutrition) products using the following link - https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681

Trent Knox is living proof that transformation is possible!At one point, his life was controlled by alcohol and cocaine, and he admits, “If I didn’t stop drinking, I’d be dead.” But in 2020, he made the life - changing decision to quit - and he’s never looked back. Now, he’s built the 440 Run Club, a global movement that helps people improve their physical and mental health through running and community.In this episode, we dive into:Knoxy’s battle with addiction and what led him to finally quitThe birth of the 440 Run Club - the original Sydney eastern suburbs run clubThe sacrifices and mindset shifts required to maintain sobrietyThe tools and daily habits that help him stay on trackKnoxy doesn’t hold back in this raw, honest, and inspiring conversation. Whether you’re struggling with addiction, chasing a big change, or just looking for motivation—this episode is a must-listen.Watch, listen, and let us know your biggest takeaway!Follow us on Instagram to stay up to date with all of our guests and episodes - @the_bondi_podcastSPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - use referral code BONDI at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.SPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - 10% off all CHIEF NUTRITION (@chief.nutrition) products using the following link - https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681

Alfie Robertson (instagram - @alfiegetshard) is back! When he first appeared on The Bondi Podcast in December 2023, he had just left his corporate job to go all-in on content creation. Now, 14 months later, he’s built a hugely successful personal brand and multiple businesses over social media - and he’s here to share how he did it.In this episode, we dive into:​The power of content creation and why it’s a game-changer​How to build a personal brand on social media that actually grows​The importance of knowing your target audience​The sacrifices required to be successful as a full-time content creatorAlfie doesn’t hold back in this open and insightful conversation delving into the world on content creation. If you’ve ever thought about going all-in on your passion, this one’s for you.If you enjoyed this episode and want a FREE mini course by Alfie on EXACTLY how he went from 0 to 100K instagram followers in 100 days then click the link below:https://applytoamplify.com/amplifyyourbrandWatch, listen, and let us know your biggest takeaway!

In this episode of the Bondi Podcast, we’re joined by Johnny Fisher, better known as The Romford Bull, fresh off his controversial split-decision win against Dave Allen on the Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk undercard in Saudi Arabia.Johnny opens up about the high-stakes bout, sharing his reflections on the fight that had fans and critics talking. We dive into how he’s handled the media backlash following the decision, his thoughts on the potential for a rematch with Dave Allen, and what he’s learned from the experience.We also get a glimpse of Johnny’s personal side, as he shares what Christmas Day in the Fisher household looks like with his legendary dad, Big John.This is an episode packed with insight, grit, and a behind-the-scenes look at one of boxing’s rising stars.Tune in to hear Johnny’s story and his plans for the future!Follow us on Instagram to stay up to date with all of our guests and episodes - @the_bondi_podcastSPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - use referral code BONDI at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.SPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - 10% off all CHIEF NUTRITION (@chief.nutrition) products using the following link - https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681

In this episode, Chris is joined by online fitness coach Dave Marsh (@coachdavemarsh).Dave has worked in the fitness industry for 14 years, has clients all over the world and coaches a wide range of people - from those that are just beginning their fitness journey to elite level athletes and everything in between.Chris and Dave discuss the dangers of taking fitness advice from unqualified fitness influencers and the various ways you can optimise your training for peak performance. In particular, Dave shares his view on the best time of day to train, nutrition tips for pre and post training and Dave's approach for training with injuries.Instagram - @the_bondi_podcastSPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - use referral code BONDI at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.SPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - 10% off all CHIEF NUTRITION (@chief.nutrition) products using the following link - https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681

The guest on this episode is Olympic and professional boxer Luke Jackson (@lukejackson).Luke was the Australian boxing team captain at the London 2012 Olympics and turned pro after the games.In this episode Luke opens up about his traumatic childhood growing up in Tasmania, qualifying for the Olympics in 2012 and spending the next 10 years trying to replicate that high using alcohol and drugs.Instagram - @the_bondi_podcastSPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - use referral code BONDI at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.SPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - 10% off all CHIEF NUTRITION (@chief.nutrition) products using the following link - https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681

Chris is joined on the sofa by Nick Slater (@nick.slater) to unpack the complex world of modern dating and relationships.Nick is an actor, content creator and podcaster who is well known for his hilarious and sometimes confronting skits on attachment styles and modern dating.In this episode we talk about Nick's rock-bottom moment after cheating on his ex girlfriend, the various attachment styles and some of the terms used in today's dating scene such as ghosting, gaslighting, the "ick" and red flags.Instagram - @the_bondi_podcastSPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - use referral code BONDI at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.SPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - 10% off all CHIEF NUTRITION (@chief.nutrition) products using the following link - https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681

Big John (@itsbigjohn1) was back in Bondi so we had to get him back on the podcast for a chat as our first returning guest.Big John and his professional heavyweight boxer son Johnny Fisher came on the podcast for a chat back in March (episode #11 if you want to go back and listen) and it's fair to say a lot has happened for both over the past 8 months.In this episode we talk about Big John embracing life in the famous Bondi bubble, Johnny's boxing career including the build up to fight on the Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk undercard in December and how John deals with the ugly side of social media.I hope you enjoy the episode as much as I enjoyed recording it!Instagram - @the_bondi_podcastSPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - use referral code BONDI at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.SPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - 10% off all CHIEF NUTRITION (@chief.nutrition) products using the following link - https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681SPONSOR - CAMERON'S TALLOW BALM who are changing the natural skin care game (@camersonstallow or www.camersonstallow.com)

The guest on this episode is Amy Lynch, founder of the Bondi Beach Babes (@bondibeach.babes).Bondi Beach Babes is a woman's community group that was founded in the aftermath of the COVID-19 lockdowns with the aim of ensuring women feel safe and stay connected from a social perspective. It has grown significantly over the past few years and current has 21k members.Amy shares her own story of feeling isolated and alone during the lockdowns which seriously impacted her mental health. Conscious that other women might be feeling the same, she founded the group and has been running it ever since.The pair also talk in detail about about IVF treatment which Amy is currently undergoing.Instagram - @the_bondi_podcastSPONSOR - CAMERON'S TALLOW BALM who are changing the natural skin care game (@camersonstallow or www.camersonstallow.com)SPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - use referral code BONDI at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.SPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - 10% off all CHIEF NUTRITION (@chief.nutrition) products using the following link - https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681

In this episode Chris is joined by Chief Nutrition co-founder Veronika Larisova. Veronika is a self-confessed carnivore and ultra trail runner.The pair talk about how Chief was founded 9 years ago following Veronika's trip to PNG to do the Kokoda Trail, why people are switching from traditional whey protein powder to collagen protein powder and do some myth busting about the carnivore diet.Instagram - @the_bondi_podcastSPONSOR - CAMERON'S TALLOW BALM who are changing the natural skin care game (@camersonstallow or www.camersonstallow.com)SPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - 10% off all CHIEF NUTRITION (@chief.nutrition) products using the following link - https://www.wearechief.com/CHIEF094681SPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - use referral code BONDI at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a VIRTUAL ASSISTANT with REMOTEE for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.

It's roles reversed as our host Chris is the one getting asked the questions for a change! Thank you to Dwayne-Andrew Kerr (@dwayneandrewkerr) for stepping in to host this one.Chris recently completed a year alcohol free. What started off as a 75 day fitness challenge in October 2023 quickly turned into a bit of a social experiment.In this episode, the Chris talks about the challenges he faced during the year, the positives that came from it and the life changing lessons learned.Instagram - @the_bondi_podcastEPISODE SPONSOR - Heaps Normal, non-alcoholic craft beer (@heapsnormal)SPONSOR - Cameron's Tallow Balm who are changing the natural skin care game (@camersonstallow or www.camersonstallow.com)SPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - use referral code BONDI at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a Virtual Assistant for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.

Chris is joined by the man behind Aquabumps (@aquabumps) and one of Australia's most well known photographers, Eugene Tan... better known as Uge!Aquabumps started back in 1999 when Uge would take a pictures of the beach and send them to his friends on a daily basis. Little did he know what it would eventually grow into.In this episode, Uge talks about how Aquabumps started and grew into what it is today, crazy near death stories from shooting overseas and he recalls the time Will Smith came into the gallery in Bondi and wanted to get naked!Instagram - @the_bondi_podcastSPONSOR - Cameron's Tallow Balm who are changing the natural skin care game (@camersonstallow or www.camersonstallow.com)SPONSOR OFFER FOR PODCAST LISTENERS - use referral code BONDI at www.remotee.com.au/contact to trial a Virtual Assistant for your business for TWO WEEKS ABSOLUTELY FREE! It's a great way to grow and scale your business today.