Maeve O'Meara's whole life revolves around food. In this episode the much loved celebrity chef, author, journalist, and businesswoman takes us on a safari through her childhood, career and relationships - all through the lens of her deep love of food. Her zest for life and passion for food culture is delightfully engaging. Warning: you may feel hungry after listening to this episode 

Find Maeve on IG HERE and FB HERE

Find more info on Gourmet Food Safari's HERE

Check out Maeve's General Store and Cafe 'Beach Safari' on the South Coast HERE

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The first guest for 2024 is Josh Szeps. He is a well travelled Australian radio presenter, TV producer and presenter, founding host of Huff Post Live, writer and most recently, highly successful podcast host. On his podcast Josh strives to have 'Uncomfortable Conversations', without descending into the all too predictable screaming matches that we so often see in the media. This is an insightful, articulate conversation where we learn more about the man behind the microphone, as he responds generously to the Five of My Life challenge.

Find Josh on social media and contact him HERE

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Sean Turnell is an economics professor who has recently published a book called 'An Unlikely Prisoner'. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said what Sean Turnell endured in his 650 days of incarceration "is something that no human being should have to endure, yet he has done so with grace and, even in inhumane conditions, with profound humanity".  Hear about his remarkable experience and the techniques he used to survive through his Five of My Life choices.

Buy Sean's book - 'An Unlikely Prisoner' HERE

Follow Sean Turnell on X HERE

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Each fortnight Nigel takes 5 minutes to reflect on the guests, community and thoughts that arise from the Five of My Life podcast.

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Doug Taylor is the CEO of the Smith Family - Australia's largest children's education charity. In this open chat, he shares his facsinating, moving and inspiring backstory, as well as career lessons and passions  - all via his 5 of My Life choices.

Connect with Doug on LinkedIn HERE

Find out more and donate to the Smith Family HERE

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Each fortnight Nigel takes 5 minutes to reflect on the guests, community and thoughts that arise from the Five of My Life podcast.

Contact Nigel and Find him everywhere HERE 

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Jamie Durie is one of Australia's most successful exports. Best known for his work as a television host of over 50 different design shows around the world, his work with Oprah and his successful horticulturalist and design businesses, Jamie's story is all the more fascinating because of the mid career pivot he took which radically changed the course of his work and life. 

See Jamie's work and contact him HERE and follow him on Instagram HERE

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This week I explain the various ways that I choose the guests that appear on the Five of My Life and how much I love the suggestions that come from the 5ML community.

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Chris Meredith is a 'sixer'  - meaning he's a guest nominated by a previous guest. During this engaging chat with Nigel, Chris shares how he conquered his fear of sharks and fell in love under an umbrella. He's a man of many talents - photographer, entrepreneur, teacher, consultant, broadcaster and now a distinquished Five of My Life "Sixer".

Contact and connect with Chris HERE

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Each fortnight Nigel takes 5 minutes to reflect on the guests, community and thoughts that arise from the Five of My Life podcast.

Contact Nigel and Find him everywhere HERE 

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