The current COVID-19 crisis has caused panic and pain world wide.

Financially these times are tough for both individuals and small business. Physically this will sadly takes innocent lives and affect the elderly/immune compromised. Mentally this will test all of us with the change of our regular day to day routines.

HOWEVER,

Amongst the madness there is hope. For every challenge we encounter together we will come out the other side as better connected beings to appreciate the freedom and beautiful lives we all have the opportunity to lead.

This isn't a Corona Virus podcast, it is a message of HOPE.

Ben streamed in from his home in Belfast, Norther Ireland for this episode of the experience.

I first come across Ben a few years back. At first I was impressed with his unbelievable physique & athleticism before becoming completely inspired by the knowledge he also suffered from Cystic Fibrosis like myself.

Having a striking resemblance to Australia's very own Chris Hemsworth and the physique of a superhero, Ben took to social media dressed as Thor and has since been regarded by many of his followers as Cystic Fibrosis' very own superhero.

Ben has used his social media platform to inspire children & adults alike to be proud of their Cystic Fibrosis and many others to improve their health.

With this episode we hope to inspire others and I highly recommend anyone with CF to join Ben on social media and at his new website CFSTRENGTH.COM.

Listen in and please understand the audio wont be as clear as other episodes as this was done over zoom but enjoy the power of this conversation.

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Struggling to keep up with all thats happening in the world as of March 2020?

Here's a little recap for you.

This week we are keeping up with:- 

Coronavirus and the hysteria it has created. 

Tom Brady signing his new NFL deal.

The cancellation/postponing of sport across the world.

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Hope you enjoy my take of the news stories of the week.

Dom Littrich is 1/4 of Aussie band 'Pacific Avenue'.

The bands energetic drummer dropped into the experience to discuss how it all began and the process that lead up to reaching over 500,000 streams on Spotify in 2019.

We chat about his alter ego 'Big Twisty' a funk rap inspired act, playing at some of the country's biggest music festivals & their upcoming Australian tour.

I have no doubt that 2020 is going to be an amazing year for Dom & Pacific Avenue, I wish them nothing but the best in realising their music dream.

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David is a professional Thai boxer with 40 fights under his belt, his record reads 30 wins 2 draws & 8 losses with 10 of his wins coming by way of knockout. 

He is the current WBC Australian and WBC Oceana title holder and is currently the #4 ranked super-middleweight in the world.

We had a great chat on what Muay Thai means to him, his training philosophies/schedule and his plans/dreams for the future.

A very humble guy who has achieved so much at a young age. It was an absolute pleasure to host him on the experience and I look forward to having him on in future with that world title belt hanging over his shoulder.

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Marty Haynes is the host of i98fm’s breakfast radio show. Having spent nearly 20 years as Illawarra radios top dog, Marty is not only a skilled professional within his field but one of the most genuine and kind-hearted men I have had the pleasure of speaking too.

In this episode we talk about the $16,000,000 and more he has raised with his charity The Illawarra Convoy. An initiative inspired by a young man who later lost his battle with cancer, the foundation has gone on to help so many who are suffering from the terrible illness every year.

We cover Marty’s family, his work on the Illawarra’s favourite radio show and some of the lessons he has learned in this journey called life.

A truly amazing human being. I hope you enjoy this chat as much as we did.

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In this episode i go in deep on my life story and why I am the man I am today.

Having being diagnosed with cystic fibrosis at birth I face the odds of a grim life expectancy and the daily ritual of consuming 50 tablets and working on my health.

However, life is like a game of poker. You are dealt a hand to play with and it's out of your control. If you choose to fold early and throw in your chips then your game is finished but if you choose to hold on, keep the faith and you wait for the river (that last card) your life might just get a whole lot richer.

I owe my life to my family. My dad (Darren), mum (Dianne) & sister (Shania) are my rocks. With out them my life would look a lot different and i have created this podcast platform because like my family has done for me, one person, one story or one conversation can change your life for the better.

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Joe is a good friend.

His passion for videography is clear in his work. Having worked with rising starts in the hip hop space, Chillinit & Horror Show Crew (just to name a few) Joe's talent is in high demand.

We touch on the 6 weeks Joe spent in his fathers home land of Ghana in 2019 where Joe was inducted into the royal family. His Aunty is a King in their village and we discussed what that means and how that changed his experience.

Not only is Joe a great friend of mine but rather a guy I lean on for advice and to bounce ideas off, 

In this episode we discussed the importance of pursuing your true happiness and how important it is to live a life that fulfils you.

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In 2018 Jack was touched by suicide.

Jacks good friend Matt Simpson lost his life to suicide. Leaving behind loving family and friends.

In the wake of Matt's passing his wife Kristy started the hashtag #talk2mebro to raise awareness for mens mental health and encourage men to reach out to their mates when they weren't feeling 100%.

The organisation has gone on to help so many in its first 2 years and will continue to do so.

Jack and I speak about his own battle with depression as a teenager and how he keeps himself mentally fit to ensure he is living life with a smile inside and out.

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Lachlan Stevens is the owner of successful bar/restaurant, His Boy Elroy. 

Known for their craft beer, mouth watering burgers & American sports culture, Lachie has built a culture & loyal customer base at 'His Boy'.

However, with Lachie, theres more than meets the eye. 

Having served his country in the military, Lachie spent 2 tours in Afghanistan locating explosives that the Taliban had set throughout war zones and everyday routes for the Australian troops and their allies. 

We discus how the leadership skills & camaraderie gained in the armed forces serve him within his business and what life looks like in 2020 for Lachie and 'His Boy Elroy'.

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