In Part 1 of this two-part episode of our podcast series, we sit down with Ben Dawson, a former Navy officer turned stay-at-home dad and fitness trainer. In part one, we'll explore Ben's early years in the Navy, including the intense training, challenges, growth, and friendships he experienced. We'll learn about the skills he acquired during his time in the service, and how they've helped him in his civilian life.

In part two, we'll dive into Ben's journey as a corporate executive, and the sacrifices he made to spend more time with his newborn son. We'll explore his decision to leave the corporate world behind and become a stay-at-home dad, and how he's turned his passion for fitness into a successful part-time career.

Join us as we delve into Ben's story, exploring the ups and downs of his journey and the lessons he's learned along the way. Don't miss this inspiring conversation with one of the most dedicated and resilient individuals we've had the pleasure of speaking with.

In episode three of our podcast series, we sit down with Matthew Cairns, the owner of Rensure Insurance, a company built on the principles of compassion and care. After spending years in the corporate world, Matthew saw a need for a different kind of insurance company - one that put people first.

Join us as we explore Matthew's journey from a corporate executive to a compassionate business owner. We'll learn about his motivations for starting Rensure Insurance, and how he's changing the industry by putting his clients' needs at the forefront of everything he does.

In this episode, we'll delve into the challenges Matthew faced in building his business, and how he's overcome them to create a company that truly cares about its clients.

Don't miss this inspiring conversation with one of the most innovative and compassionate business owners in the industry. Discover how he's making a difference, one policy at a time.

For more information, check out Rensure Insurance and Risk:

Web: https://www.newcastleinsurancebroker.com.au/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rensuregroup/

Or connect with Matt Cairns on LinkedIn:

https://au.linkedin.com/in/matthew-cairns-1b0607101

In episode two of our podcast series, we chat with John Cruikshank, a former Australian bodyboarding champion who has spent his life riding the waves of the ocean.

Growing up surfing with his brothers, John's passion for the sport led him to win multiple titles, including the coveted Australian Bodyboarding Championship in 2003. Along the way, he met and formed a friendship with his idol, 9-time world champion bodyboarder Mike Stewart, which also led to a business agreement.

Join us as we dive into John's story, exploring his journey from a young boy with a love for surfing to a successful athlete and business owner.

We'll learn about the ups and downs of his career, the importance of family and community, and how he balances his love for the ocean with the demands of running a business.

Don't miss this inspiring conversation with one of Australia's most accomplished bodyboarders.

Follow John Cruikshank:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnnnysea/

Follow D5 BBodyboard Shop:

Web: https://d5bodyboardshop.com.au/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/D5BODYBOARDSHOP/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/d5bodyboardshop/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@d5bodyboardshop

In this two-part episode of our podcast series, we sit down with Brian Lizotte, an accomplished chef and restaurateur who has served up some of the biggest names in music. From humble beginnings catering in small venues to creating unique dishes for international icons such as Frank Sinatra, Bob Dylan, and U2; Brian's passion for food and music has taken him around the world.

Join us as we delve into his journey, exploring how his love for these two art forms has shaped his life and led him to open his own successful restaurant “Lizotte’s”.

Don't miss this fascinating conversation with one of the most respected names in Newcastle’s music and food scene.

UPDATE: Lizotte's has since been taken over by new management and rebranded to Flamingos Live.

You can still find upcoming shows at: https://www.lizottes.com.au/

Alternatively, you can follow Flamingos Live on social media:

Welcome to the first episode of Dads Talking Dollar$!

To kick things off, we have a two-part episode of our podcast series, where we sit down with Brian Lizotte, an accomplished chef and restaurateur who has served up some of the biggest names in music.

From humble beginnings catering in small venues to creating unique dishes for international icons such as Frank Sinatra, Bob Dylan, and U2; Brian's passion for food and music has taken him around the world.

Join us as we delve into his journey, exploring how his love for these two art forms has shaped his life and led him to open his own successful restaurant “Lizotte’s”. 

Don't miss this fascinating conversation with one of the most respected names in Newcastle’s music and food scene!

UPDATE: Lizotte's has since been taken over by new management and rebranded to Flamingos Live.

You can still find upcoming shows at: https://www.lizottes.com.au/

Alternatively, you can follow Flamingos Live on social media: