The Greatest Comeback

In this compelling episode of "The Greatest Comeback," Luke has a profound conversation with Mark Breadner, a renowned yoga teacher and mind-body coach, about the transformative journey of midlife reinvention. At 60, Mark is courageously redefining himself in the public eye, embracing vulnerability and authenticity as he navigates the challenges of a rapidly changing digital landscape.Mark shares his personal story - from being introduced to Yoga as a child to his journey through sport, spiritual exploration, and professional evolution. He discusses the paradox of seeking fulfilment externally versus finding it within, emphasising the importance of self-awareness and discipline in achieving true transformation.He talks about the power of embracing discomfort, the value of earnt wisdom, and the courage required to shine one's own light. Mark's candid reflections on the challenges and opportunities of midlife offer inspiration and practical guidance for anyone looking to reinvent themselves and live with purpose and authenticity ✨#thegreatestcomeback #midlifetransition #reinvention #midlifereinvention #vulnerability #authenticity #transformation #lifeafter60 #personalgrowth #embracinglife

In this episode of The Greatest Comeback, Luke sits down with Muay Thai fighter and coach Nick Stone to explore the lessons that only the fight game can teach. From training in Thailand to stepping into the ring, Nick shares how martial arts forged his resilience, discipline, and mindset.Together they unpack why losing can be the most powerful teacher, how adversity shapes character, and what it truly means to get back up when life knocks you down.This conversation is about far more than fighting. It’s about the mindset required to endure, adapt, and keep moving forward ✨#thegreatestcomeback #muaythai #resilience #mentaltoughness #fightmindset #discipline #overcomingadversity #selfdiscovery #growthmindset

In this episode of The Greatest Comeback, I sit down with Regan Caruthers, a former Silicon Valley executive turned spiritual teacher and author. Regan shares her transformative journey from receiving a life-threatening diagnosis to rediscovering her inner magic and embracing a life of authenticity and spiritual awakening. Through candid reflections on her unconventional childhood, spiritual experiences, and the power of adversity, Regan offers profound insights into the importance of living in alignment with one's true self. This episode is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the healing power of embracing one's divine nature ✨Luka ❤️#comebackstories #resilience #personaltransformation #healingjourney #emotionalhealing #overcomingadversity #selfdiscovery #growthmindset #thegreatestcomeback #awakening

Ever wondered why people join cults? What it's like to grow up in a cult? What it's like to enter the real-world - sometimes for the first time - having been shunned by everyone you've ever known? Clare Heath-McIvor, a survivor of a high-control sect and advocate for reform, reveals how cults operate far beyond belief—delving into the systems of control that keep people trapped across multiple domains of their lives.In this eye-opening episode, Clare exposes the devastating ways control manifests—from emotional manipulation and financial exploitation to forced relationships and shunning practices. You’ll discover why the word "cult" remains sensitive but essential to understanding victims’ trauma, and how language shapes justice and policy.We break down the creeping influence of Christian nationalism, sovereign citizen ideologies, and fringe groups like neo-Nazis, revealing their cultic dynamics hidden beneath ideological facades. Claire shares her insights on how these movements recruit, radicalize, and exert totalitarian influence in a society hungry for belonging and certainty.Join Clare as she navigates her journey from survivor to advocate, emphasising the importance of ethical storytelling, survivor agency, and the power of collective action to dismantle coercive systems. Her courage and clarity make this episode essential listening for anyone committed to justice, mental health, and social change.🎧✨Luka ❤️ ☎️ Lifeline Crisis Support - 13 11 14 #TheGreatestComeback #Storytelling #Resilience #Inspiration #Growth #Cults #CoerciveControl #SurvivorStories #ChristianNationalism #SocialJustice #MentalHealthAwareness #Advocacy #LawReform#EthicalStorytelling

Most of us are unknowingly carrying the weight of burnout and limiting beliefs that sabotage our success — until a shift in perspective reveals a new path. Gavin Smithen's journey from high-achieving tech sales guy to a resilience and NLP coach offers a blueprint for anyone feeling drained, disconnected, or ready for their greatest comeback.In this episode of 'The Greatest Comeback', Gavin breaks down how a career built on relentless ambition and external validation led him to realize that true success starts from within. He shares personal stories of burnout, the transformative power of self-awareness, and how models like NLP and PR6 resilience can empower you to rewrite your story. Discover how catching autopilot responses and understanding your own narratives can free you from the cycle of depletion and self-doubt.You'll learn:The real signs of burnout beyond fatigue—brain fog, cynicism, disengagement—and how they manifest uniquely across individuals.The surprising science behind resilience as a skill set, and practical tools to develop mental toughness.How NLP’s "choice in response" can revolutionize your communication, leadership, and mental health.Why organizational culture matters and how modern companies are shifting toward prioritizing mental wellness.The importance of emotional intelligence in leadership, and how coaching can accelerate your growth.Whether you're a leader feeling the pressure to perform, a professional navigating burnout, or someone ready to unlock your full potential, this episode offers actionable insights and a call to prioritize your well-being as the foundation for real achievement. Gavin's expertise and lived experience shed light on the critical shift needed in workplaces and lives to thrive again—not just survive.This is essential listening for anyone eager to break free from burnout, embrace authentic performance, and start their own great comeback story. Listen to this episode —your future self will thank you 🎧✨Luka ❤️#Leadership #Burnout #WorkplaceWellbeing #FutureOfWork #TheGreatestComeback

In this episode of The Greatest Comeback I sit down with Michael Milton - the world’s fastest one-legged skier, who is making an extraordinary return to competitive skiing after a 20-year break — with his sights set firmly on the 2026 Winter Paralympics.When I asked him why he’s doing this, his answer was simple yet profound: “Choosing the hard route is just who I am.”This conversation explores identity, resilience, and what it means to stay true to yourself when an easier life beckons. We talk about mindset, his relationship with struggle, and why some people aren’t motivated by comfort — but by challenge.This isn’t just a story about sport.It’s a story about choosing difficulty as a form of self-expression.About coming back not to prove something to the world — but to honour who you’ve always been.If you’ve ever felt the pull to do something hard simply because it feels true, this episode is for you 🎧✨Luka ❤️#thegreatestcomeback #choosingthehardroute #comebackstory #resilience #adaptiveathlete #paralympics #problemsolving #mentaltoughness #dohardthings #identity

Bob Brody is an essayist, journalist, and author. For over 50 years his essays and op-eds have appeared in publications like The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, The Guardian, The Atlantic, Esquire, and GQ. He is the author of two books, one of which – a memoir called ‘Playing Catch with Strangers’ – was featured on NPR and excerpted in Reader’s Digest. As a writer, it could be argued, Bob has had more success than most. Yet he has had to make a friend of rejection. In this episode of the podcast Bob talks about what 50 Years of Rejection has taught him; the lessons learned, and the importance of self-belief and acceptance. He shares insights on humility, perseverance, and the value of treating rejection as a stepping stone to success.If you’ve had a run of failure or rejection – and are feeling diminished by it, this conversation will help 🎧✨https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2025/oct/08/stay-true-to-yourself-fly-closer-sun-what-ive-learned-from-50-years-of-rejection#thegreatestcomeback #ComebackStories #resilience #perseverance #humility #failure #selfbelief #acceptance #OvercomingAdversity #SelfDiscovery #GrowthMindset

A lot of kids start small businesses. Mowing lawns, washing cars, sweeping driveways. Jacob McKinnon's range of services were not unlike those of any other enterprising kid, save for one thing: he knew how to scale.Before long he'd recruited most of his friends and they covered all of the suburbs in the area. Mowing lawns and washing cars that Jacob could never get to. At an early age he discovered that he had 'a bit of a knack' for selling.This knack for selling has served Jacob well over the years. It gave birth to a direct marketing business that at it's peak was generating over $20 Million in revenue and employed 120 people. It was also the skillset that he turned to when COVID destroyed that very same business; a business that he and his wife Ania had worked so hard to build.In this episode of 'The Greatest Comeback', Jacob McKinnon and I talk about his journey through the world of Sales, his experience of building and losing a business, and finding the courage to start again.We also talk about:The Importance of Inoculating yourself from 'No'The 3 traits he looks for in a sales personWhy Selling is such a transferrable skill setIf you're going through your own re-invention I think you'll take a lot from this conversation. I know I did ✨Please enjoy.Luka ❤️#thegreatestcomeback #podcast #storytelling #resilience #growth #courage #adversity #comebackstory #mindset #transformation

Our universal desire to be loved and accepted can often lead us down paths that at first glance seem harmless - perhaps for a while even positive, but are ultimately not good for us.For Jemma Cappa, like many young women, love and acceptance was measured by what the mirror reflected back to her. By how people responded to the way her body looked.But that desire for acceptance became an obsession; one that at 15 years old gave birth to calorie counting, extreme exercise, and a fear of food. It also lead to her being admitted to hospital weighing 38 kilograms and a 3 month stay.In this episode of the podcast Jemma talks about the slippery slope to anorexia, the impact it has had on her life, and the long road back.I hope you enjoy our conversation.#thegreatestcomeback #storytelling #comebacksStories #resiliencepodcast #personaltransformation #healingjourney #emotionalhealing #overcomingadversity #selfdiscovery #growthmindset #podcast #foryou #anorexianervosarecovery

In the world of Technology Sales, Antoine is a unicorn…someone whose ‘hard skills’ have consistently delivered for his customers and the organisations he has worked for – but whose ‘soft skills’, particularly as a senior leader, really make him unique. Those soft skills? Empathy. Compassion. Leading with Intentionality ✨In this week’s episode Antoine and I explore ‘Conscious Leadership’. What is it? Why is it important? How can it be applied in highly kinetic Sales environments? We also explore..• The Importance of Self-Leadership• The Impact of Conscious Leadership on Performance & Results• How to Change your Leadership Style• Deal Reviews gone Wrong 😆‘You can’t lead people through confusion. You have to lead through clarity, and the way to clarity is through understanding yourself’ - AntoineIf you’re leading people or simply trying to lead yourself, this conversation is for you – ‘The Evolution of Leadership’ with Antoine LeTard 🚨🎧✌️Luka ❤️“What if the worst thing that ever happened… turned out to be the best thing?”The Greatest Comeback is a podcast that shares raw, unfiltered comeback stories. Stories of resilience, healing, and personal transformation. Stories that remind us of our failures can give birth to new beginnings. And that when life falls apart, the real work isn’t rebuilding what was lost - it’s rediscovering who we are. #thegreatestcomeback #podcast #storytelling #resilience #inspiration #growth #comebackstories #leadership #consciousleadership #courage #personalgrowth #mindset #SelfDiscovery

From running for Australia to acting in a major Television series, Aimee Pedersen was always chasing. Be it as an athlete, actress, or teacher; love, validation, and acceptance have been her drugs of choice. Driven by a desire to excel at everything she did, Aimee noticed that each notable ‘success’ was quickly followed by the same empty question... ‘Is this it?’ In this revealing episode of ‘The Greatest Comeback’, Aimee talks about all the ways in which she has run after love and the bumps along the way; from performing in Night Clubs to her struggle with addiction, to being ostracised by the community she loves during COVID – Aimee, as always, leaves it all out on the field.In this episode Aimee also talks about:• Why we are often bound to the things that mean nothing• Why it is often necessary to ‘burn our old lives down’• How Yoga came along at the right timeAimee is open, forthright, charming, and honest, and most definitely her father’s daughter.I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did.Luka ❤️#TheGreatestComeback #Podcast #StoryTelling #Courage #Resilience #Inspiration #Growth #Transformation #Motivation #Comebackstory #Empowerment #Wisdom

In this episode of 'The Greatest Comeback' podcast, Andy Curtis shares his story of coming back from Prostate Cancer.Prostate Cancer effects 1 in 6 men, yet nobody wants to talk about it. Why? Oh..I don't know. Maybe it has something to do with the incontinence and sexual dis-function that often follows surgery (queue the image of a man standing with his eyes closed with his hands over his ears murmuring... 'La,La,La,La,La - you know the one).Andy doesn't just want to talk about his experience - he's written a book about it! And it's brilliant and funny (and available on Amazon 😉).If you're a man over 40, know a man over 40, or are planning on being a man over 40 - this conversation is for you! As Andy says at the beginning of our conversation - 'Nothing is off the table'. And it wasn't 🎧😝✨If you love our conversation (and you will), please check out his book - 'It Started with a Finger Up My A*se' - available on Amazon.“What if the worst thing that ever happened… turned out to be the best thing?”The Greatest Comeback is a podcast that shares raw, unfiltered comeback stories. Stories of resilience, healing, and personal transformation. Stories that remind us of our failures can give birth to new beginnings. And that when life falls apart, the real work isn’t rebuilding what was lost - it’s rediscovering who we are. #prostatecancer #menshealth #earlydetection #thegreatestcomeback #comebackstory #Resilience #healingjourney #inspiration #lifeaftercancer #MentalHealthAwareness #EmotionalHealing #OvercomingAdversity #SelfDiscovery #GrowthMindset

In this episode of the podcast I sit down with Robin Doenicke to explore the question - 'What makes a Great Comeback'?Do comebacks need to be spectacular or noteworthy? Do we need to get our 'stuff' back - the title, the identity, the relationship - in order to feel whole again, or is there a far subtler, more profound, more harmonious return to self available to us?Robin is the CEO of executive search firm Zensho Agency, a Mindfulness & Meditation Teacher, a Conscious Business Coach, and above all else - my friend. Join us as we examine the question - 'What should we aspire to when life falls apart?' 🎧✨"What if the worst thing that ever happened... turned out to be the best thing?"The Greatest Comeback is a podcast that shares raw, unfiltered comeback stories. Stories of resilience, healing, and personal transformation. Stories that remind us of our failures can give birth to new beginnings. And that when life falls apart, the real work isn't rebuilding what was lost - it's rediscovering who we are.#ComebackStories #SelfDiscovery #NonDualism #Oneness #WisdomTraditions #ResiliencePodcast #PersonalTransformation #HealingJourney #LifeAfterFailure #MentalHealthAwareness#EmotionalHealing #OvercomingAdversity #SelfDiscovery#GrowthMindset

In this powerful episode of "The Greatest Comeback," Heather Hawkins shares her journey of resilience and hope in the face of life's toughest challenges. From overcoming a life-changing cancer diagnosis to challenging herself in the world of Ultra-Marathon, Heather's story is a testament to the strength of the human spirit. Discover how she harnessed resilience and hope to not only survive but thrive, turning adversity into a catalyst for growth and purpose. Tune in to be inspired by Heather's unwavering determination and learn how you too can find strength in the face of adversity.“What if the worst thing that ever happened… turned out to be the best thing?”The Greatest Comeback is a podcast that shares raw, unfiltered comeback stories. Stories of resilience, healing, and personal transformation. Stories that remind us of our failures can give birth to new beginnings. And that when life falls apart, the real work isn’t rebuilding what was lost - it’s rediscovering who we are. #ComebackStories #ResiliencePodcast #PersonalTransformation #HealingJourney #OvarianCancer #MentalHealthAwareness #EmotionalHealing #OvercomingAdversity #SelfDiscovery #GrowthMindset #TheGreatestComeback #resilience #foryou #ultramarathonrunner

Join me for this compelling episode as I delve into the remarkable story of Sidney Minassian, an entrepreneur who embodies resilience and innovation. From his search for acceptance as the child of immigrant parents, to navigating the challenges of Silicon Valley, Sidney shares candid insights into the highs and lows of entrepreneurship and life more broadly. Discover how he turned setbacks into stepping stones, emphasizing the importance of vulnerability, self-belief, and the courage to start again. This episode is a testament to the power of perseverance and the transformative nature of struggle. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that will elevate your mind and fire up your heart.The Greatest Comeback is a podcast that shares raw, unfiltered comeback stories. Stories of resilience, healing, and personal transformation. Stories that remind us of our failures can give birth to new beginnings. And that when life falls apart, the real work isn’t rebuilding what was lost - it’s rediscovering who we are. #ComebackStories #ResiliencePodcast #Entrepreneur #Resilience #PersonalTransformation #HealingJourney #LifeAfterFailure #StartingAgain #EmotionalHealing #OvercomingAdversity #SelfDiscovery #SidneyfromSydney#GrowthMindset #ForYou

In this episode Susanna Kenyon-Muir talks about her decision to leave a stable tech career for a passion-driven path in coaching, and how personal experiences and challenges can lead to profound career transformations. Discover how embracing life long learning can lead to personal and professional growth, and why it's essential for anyone looking to adapt and evolve in today's ever changing world.Don't miss this exciting conversation on embracing career change 🎧✨The Greatest Comeback is a podcast that shares raw, unfiltered comeback stories. Stories of resilience, healing, and personal transformation. Stories that remind us of our failures can give birth to new beginnings. And that when life falls apart, the real work isn’t rebuilding what was lost - it’s rediscovering who we are. #thegreatestcomeback #TechToCoaching #CareerTransformation #Mentorship #PersonalGrowth #ComebackStories #ResiliencePodcast #PersonalTransformation #HealingJourney #OvercomingAdversity #SelfDiscovery #GrowthMindset

In the 1980’s, Kings Cross was the most infamous of places. To walk down Darlinghurst Road on a Friday night would be to draw back the curtains on a world of drugs, crime, and corruption. But what it didn’t reveal was the depth andbreadth of an even darker aspect of the Cross – rampant Child exploitation and pedophilia. It was, as Glen calls it, a ‘Predator’s Paradise’.Abandoned to the streets of Kings Cross as a child, this was the world that Glen grew up in. Without anyone to protect him, it wasn’t long before the predators found him. From sleeping in squats and clothing bins to turning to crime to feed adrug habit that was born of the deepest of childhood trauma, Glen’s story is not just one of survival – it's the story of one man dragging himself out of the darkest of places to lead, to teach, and to advocate for the community of people who live on the fringes, that he calls family.  You will not want to miss what is truly the Greatest of Comebacks!#foryou #addiction #trauma #glenfisher #comebackstories #Resilience #comeback #PersonalTransformation #HealingJourney #survivor #MensMentalHealth #healing #EmotionalHealing #OvercomingAdversity #SelfDiscovery #Evolution #Expansion #Authenticity #GrowthMindset #transformation #vulnerability #growth #thegreatestcomeback

Join me for an inspiring conversation with musician Darren Percival as he shares his path through the music industry, and how embracing authenticity and vulnerability revealed to him one of his greatest gifts: the power to bring people together. Discover how Darren's experiences, from his early inspirations to his time on The Voice Australia, have shaped his unique approach to music and life.Key Highlights:The importance of showing your true self and embracing vulnerability. Darren's unique journey in the music industry and his creative process. Insights into the power of music as a tool for connection and healing. Reflections on personal growth, sobriety, and the impact of significant life events.#ComebackStories #ResiliencePodcast #PersonalTransformation #HealingJourney #LifeAfterFailure #MentalHealthAwareness #EmotionalHealing #OvercomingAdversity #SelfDiscovery #foryou #GrowthMindset #MusicJourney #Authenticity #Resilience #foryou #thegreatestcomeback #comebackstories #healing #transformation #vulnerability #personalgrowth #growth #comeback

Is it possible to come back from the loss of a child?In this episode of the podcast I sit down with James Thompson, who shares his profound journey of overcoming the loss of his son Hunter, and the transformative process of finding hope after experiencing a parent's worst nightmare.An inspiring conversation that reminds us all of the enduring strength of the human spirit.The Greatest Comeback is a podcast that shares raw, unfiltered Comeback Stories. Stories of resilience, healing, and personal transformation. Stories that remind us our failures can give birth to new beginnings. And that when life falls apart, the real work isn’t rebuilding what was lost - it’s rediscovering who we are.#LossOfAChild #GriefJourney #ChildLoss #GrievingParents #LifeAfterLoss #HealingAfterLoss #GriefSupport #BereavedParents #TheGreatestComeback #ComebackStories #RealConversations #RawAndUnfiltered #YourStoryMatters #HealingThroughStory #FromBreakdownToBreakthrough #FallAndRise #OrdinaryPeopleExtraordinaryStories #PodcastOnHealing #RiseAgain #TransformationThroughAdversity #HumanResilience #MessyMiddle #OwnYourStory

In this episode of the podcast I sit down with Men's Coach and Relationship expert Roy Wang. Together we discuss technology's impact on intimacy, the role AI is playing in modern dating, and the affect this is having on masculine identity.The Greatest Comeback is a podcast that shares raw, unfiltered comeback stories. Stories of resilience, healing, and personal transformation. Stories that remind us of our failures can give birth to new beginnings. And that when life falls apart, the real work isn’t rebuilding what was lost - it’s rediscovering who we are. #comebackstories #thegreatestcomeback #resilience #selfdiscovery #growthmindset #transformation #overcomingadversity #healing #mentalhealth #podcast #comeback #menshealth

In this episode of the podcast I sit down with Berto Goodman, who shares his story of adoption, his quest for identity, and how boxing guided him through life's toughest rounds.The Greatest Comeback is a podcast that shares raw, unfiltered comeback stories. Stories of resilience, healing, and personal transformation. Stories that remind us of our failures can give birth to new beginnings. And that when life falls apart, the real work isn’t rebuilding what was lost - it’s rediscovering who we are. Instagram:instagram.com/thegreatestcomebackpodcastYoutubeyoutube.com/@The_Greatest_Comeback#ComebackStories #ResiliencePodcast #Comeback #TheGreatestComeback #Identity #PersonalTransformation #HealingJourney #LifeAfterFailure #MentalHealthAwareness #EmotionalHealing #OvercomingAdversity #SelfDiscovery #GrowthMindset #transformation #resilience # identity #reinvention

In this first episode of The Greatest Comeback podcast I sit down with Jade Porter, who talks about coming back from the edge and the real costs of being a cancer survivor.“What if the worst thing that ever happened… turned out to be the best thing?” The Greatest Comeback is a podcast that shares raw, unfiltered comeback stories. Stories of resilience, healing, and personal transformation. Stories that remind us our failures can give birth to new beginnings. And that when life falls apart, the real work isn’t rebuilding what was lost - it’s rediscovering who we are. Instagraminstagram.com/thegreatestcomebackpodcastYoutubeyoutube.com/@The_Greatest_ComebackFacebookfacebook.com/profile.php?id=61577651662781#ComebackStories #ResiliencePodcast #PersonalTransformation #HealingJourney #LifeAfterFailure #MentalHealthAwareness #EmotionalHealing #OvercomingAdversity #SelfDiscovery #GrowthMindset #Mindset #Healing #Growth

“What if the worst thing that ever happened… turned out to be the best thing?”The Greatest Comeback is a podcast that shares raw, unfiltered comeback stories. Stories of resilience, healing, and personal transformation. Stories that remind us our failures can give birth to new beginnings. And that when life falls apart, the real work isn’t rebuilding what was lost - it’s rediscovering who we are. Instagram:instagram.com/thegreatestcomebackpodcastYoutubewww.youtube.com/@The_Greatest_ComebackFacebook - The Greatest Comeback