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Charlie is an internationally renowned neurosurgeon, who has written 3 books in his field and has been published in over 120 peer reviewed journals. Charlie is often considered a Maverik in his field and often has been the focus of divisive opinions on his practices. However, he is most known for his willingness to give hope to many when there seems to be none. I am so happy to have him on the show to share some of his experiences in tenacity and perseverance.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chuck is considered the Godfather of Australian Brewing. He was the chief brewer for the Lion Nathan group and created many well known household brands such as Hahn Premium, James Squire, Kosciuszko Pale Ale as well as earlier in his life the Coors Light brand.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Craig Hall was one of Australia’s first life coaches, starting his practice in 2000 in Sydney, Australia.As a pioneer in what is now widely acknowledged to be an important element of adult education, Craig has built a Life Coaching business that has supported hundreds of clients to grow as individuals including CEOs and leaders in the BRW list.Craig often is contracted by corporations such as Mars and the Red Balloon Group to improve work culture.Craig has helped me personally in many areas of my life and very happy to share some of his journey with you.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Leilani is founder and MD of Thrive PR + Communications, an independent, female-led and owned PR agency. Leilani founded Thrive from her Melbourne apartment in 2000, at age 25, and has grown it to 60 staff across five offices in Australia and New Zealand She has represented some of the biggest names in business as well as individuals. Clients such as Optus, ANZ, Cisco, LEGO and many well sports personalities.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Craig Foster, former Socceroo and SBS sports presenter.  Following a celebrated football career as Australia’s 419th Socceroo and & 40th captain, Craig has become one of Australia’s most respected broadcasters with an 18-year, triple Logie winning career with Special Broadcasting Service (SBS) Australia. Craig is is not only passionate about his work in football but also sits on the Multicultural Council of Australia and works across a vast range of social programs from indigenous rights and self determination, homelessness and domestic violence along with refugee advocacy as a Human Rights and Refugee Ambassador for Amnesty Australia, Australia Committee member with Human Rights Watch and Advisory Council member of the Australian Human Rights Institute, UNSW. He recently single handedly pushed for and freed Hakeem Al-araibi from a Thai prison.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah-Jane Clarke (AM) is a highly respected entrepreneur, best known as the co-founder of the highly successful fashion house sass & bide.She has dressed some of the biggest names in the world with the likes of Beyonce, Madonna and Kim Kardashian all wearing sass and bide.Having co-founded internationally acclaimed ready-to-wear and denim label sass & bide and receiving an Order of Australia for her significant service to the Australian Fashion Industry and to charitable organisations, in 2018 Clarke launched her eponymous lifestyle brand SARAH-JANE CLARKE, focusing on trans-seasonal pieces and ethical, luxurious resort wear. After 15 years of running a business of 200 employees across 20 retail boutiques, with a grueling schedule speckled with international travel (all while raising three young sons under the age of 4), Sarah-Jane has made the decision to re-channel her energy towards both her own wellbeing, and that of others.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Perry, one of the most influential and leading chefs in Australia, opened Rockpool in 1989 with his business partner Trish Richards which became one of the most recognised restaurants worldwide. Last year Rockpool celebrated its 25th birthday and is still regarded as a world-class restaurant. Neil is an ambassador for Qantas, developing menus and implementing catering facilities at key ports. He has written nine cookbooks and is a regular columnist in the Good Weekend, Sydney Morning Herald and the Age papers. Tune in to hear Neil Perry discuss what challenges he has faced to get to where he is today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcia Hines, Australia’s beloved musical treasure, is an inspiration to all. Marcia’s career has spanned over five decades thus far, including 22 albums, 2.6 million copies sold and countless chart-topping singles and multi-platinum records. She moved from Boston, Massachusetts to Sydney at just 16 to star in the Australian production of Hair. Since then, Marcia was the first black woman to star in Jesus Christ Superstar and was Australian Idol’s favourite judge for the show’s seven consecutive years. Part of the ARIA's Hall of Fame, Marcia has also received the Order of Australia for her services to the Australian Entertainment Industry and to the community through a range of charitable organisations. Tune in to hear Marcia Hines discuss her incredible journey that has also come with challenges. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter Rix is a pioneering Australian artist manager and acclaimed event producer. He commenced Peter Rix management in 1972 which over the ensuing 15 years managed the careers of Marcia Hines, Mark Holden, the rock band ‘Hush’ and many others. In the early 80s, Peter had become the producer of a multitude of iconic Australian music events, including Carols by Candlelight, Narara Music Festivals, Rugby League grand final entertainment and State of Origin matches. He was also involved with the Sydney Olympic Games live sites in 2000, all of this in parallel with a growing client base of Australian corporations such as Toyota Australia, St George Bank and Coca-Cola. However, it is Peter Rix’s creation and chairing of the ARIA Music Awards in 1986, and for the following 14 years, that is his most lasting legacy. Tune in to hear how Peter Rix has accomplished all these things while overcoming obstacles. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monika Tu, an influential figure in the Australian Luxury property sector, consistently ranks as one of the highest-selling realtors in the nation. She sold the most expensive Australian property in 2019 at 22.6 million. Monika is the ambassador for BMW Australia, for the Museum of Contemporary Art and for Fashions of Multicultural Australia. In 2018, Monika was a finalist of the EY Entrepreneur of the year. A year later, she won the CEO of the year award from the CEO magazine. Despite her many accolades Monika is committed to giving back to the community. She is a founding patron of the global women leaders committee for the Red Cross and an ambassador for the Children’s cancer institute’s program “CEO dare to cure fundraising event. Tune in to hear how Monika Tu has had an indirect impact on us all.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alessandro Ljubicic is one of the most sought after artists in Australia. Born in central Bosnia and Herzegovina, he escaped a war-torn country to study at the National Art School. Upon graduation in 2007 he founded The Sydney Art Store which is now one of the biggest art supplies stores in the country. Tune in as Alessandro Ljubicic shares on how his journey has not always been easy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.