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Coach Usha Raman shares stories from her travels (including a serene tea ceremony at Koyasan) and practical ways busy people can anchor calm through meditation and simple daily rituals.

She explains core coaching tools—anchoring, NLP, timeline therapy, language and identity work—and how small, sustainable changes bring lasting balance. Usha also outlines two upcoming events: a March retreat at Premalaya and a May NLP practitioner training.

Connect with Usha:

https://nexustraininggroup.com

https://usha.club/NLP/

https://usha.club/retreats/

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Tam and Danielle chat candidly about aging with pride, resilience and the funny realities of medical mishaps, sharing stories about family, reinvention and the idea of "big bloomers"—women who grow more vibrant with time.

They also dive into the writing life: a whirlwind 70,000-word draft, publisher meetings, and the emotional work of releasing the need for external validation, culminating in a small personal breakthrough around jealousy and self-worth.

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Andy Cooke, Tam’s husband and business partner joins Tam to share his personal experience being diagnosed with attention-deficit disorder, the doubts and resistance around medication, and how a low dose of dexamphetamine changed his ability to act.

They explore time blindness, shame, the tension between therapy and medication, and practical strategies—like tiny daily habits and “input not output”—that helped turn intention into action.

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Tam and guest Friday 50/50 host, Andy Cooke, engage in a candid, humorous conversation about authenticity, vulnerability, and the fear of putting yourself out as an expert.

They touch on Elizabeth Gilbert, parasocial relationships, public speaking, preparation versus improvisation, and how personal growth comes from honest storytelling.

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Tam speaks to leadership-minded teenagers and shares funny behind-the-scenes moments from a quiz, DISC profile and Q&A with students.

She describes coaching breakthroughs that led to daily walks, a values revelation about expression and a renewed, scared-but-curious pull toward public speaking, while juggling a tight book deadline and planning live events.

The episode also explores managing the ‘monkey mind’—using acceptance, morning affirmations and practical tools to reduce resistance and keep creating.

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In this episode the hosts honour poet Andrea Gibson by reading "Love Letter from the Afterlife" and reflect on grief, death awareness, and how those experiences can bring comfort. They share personal stories about loss and the ways memory and presence shape how we live.

The conversation shifts to acceptance commitment therapy and practical emotional work—learning to name fear beneath jealousy, welcome difficult feelings, and use practices like Rumi's "Guest House" to live more fully and compassionately.

Correction: In this episode, we incorrectly used she/her pronouns when referring to Andrea Gibson. Andrea used they/them pronouns. We apologize for this error and are committed to using correct pronouns going forward.

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Carlii Lyon joins Tamara to discuss her journey from PR and representing major figures to building a brand rooted in wellness, authenticity, and purpose. She shares lessons on courage, intentional authenticity, making space for serendipity, and balancing motherhood with career reinvention.

They explore practical steps for becoming more visible, the importance of body-mind awareness, and why human connection and heart-led leadership matter in an AI-driven world. The episode highlights Carlii’s upcoming book, Courage to Be, and how small steps can lead to big life changes.

Connect with Carlii: https://www.carliilyon.com.au/

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In this episode Tam shares a deeply personal week of breakthroughs: confronting jealousy, using meditation to turn fear into genuine joy for a friend's success, and reconnecting through honest gratitude. She reflects on parenting, vulnerability, and the power of viewing setbacks as "progress steps" rather than mistakes.

Tam also talks about practical wins — finishing book chapters, booking pitch slots at a fiction festival, and brainstorming a live podcast event — while celebrating her wedding anniversary and small daily joys. The episode mixes candid storytelling with concrete takeaways about releasing resistance and leaning into emotional honesty.

Link referenced in this episode: Alain De Bottom www.theschooloflife.com 

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Part 2 continues a candid conversation with Martin Dougiamas and Usha Raman, about relationships, marriage and moving from Singapore to Australia, exploring how background shapes gratitude and life choices.

Tam and Usha discuss practices like daily gratitude, loving-kindness meditation, and the power of attention to deepen connection and wellbeing. They also discuss psychometric insights for leadership and team dynamics and practical coaching experiences.

Tam, Usha and Martin examine how social media and short-form content affect focus, parenting challenges for the younger generation, and why human connection remains essential amid AI advances.

Practical reflections on leadership, team dynamics and staying present offer listeners ideas for personal growth and stronger workplace connection.

Connect with Usha: https://nexustraininggroup.com

Connect with Martin: https://dougiamas.com/

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Join us on Tam's 50-50 podcast as we dive into an inspiring conversation with Martin Dougiamas, founder of Moodle and head of research, and his wife Usha Raman, a life coach specialising in mindfulness and emotional intelligence. In part one of this two part interview, Martin shares his journey from creating the globally acclaimed educational platform Moodle to exploring the future of AI in education, and how his path was fuelled by passion and problem-solving.

Meanwhile, Usha offers insights into her background and how her life experiences complement Martin's technological pursuits. Together, they reflect on their unique blend of interests and the synergy of being a couple with different but intersecting passions. Discover how they approach the future of AI, the importance of community in learning, and their commitment to fostering a sustainable and equitable world.

Connect with Usha: https://nexustraininggroup.com

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