Matt Packer on Life, Business & the Power of Community

In Season 2025, Episode 5 of Good Blokes With a Purpose Podcast, GBS Founder and CEO Shaun Wallis sits down with Brisbane-based GBS Member Matt Packer. As the Managing Director of Packer & Associates, Matt opens up about the challenges and triumphs of business, personal growth and the invaluable support of the Good Blokes Society. From resilience in leadership to fostering meaningful connections, this conversation is a must-listen for those who believe in the power of learning, community and perseverance.

Tune in for the full episode!

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GBS Founder and CEO Shaun Wallis sits down with Barry Wilkinson, Director of SW Brokerage, for an engaging conversation about his remarkable journey.

From his early experiences in Australia and playing for the Brisbane Strikers to navigating the challenges and triumphs of the business world, Barry’s story is one of resilience, determination, and passion.

A dedicated member of the Good Blokes Society, Barry—affectionately known as The Beast—has made a lasting impact both professionally and within the GBS community. Tune in to hear his unique journey, the lessons he’s learned, and what drives him forward.

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GBS Founder and CEO Shaun Wallis introduces Todd Morgan, CEO of our Wellbeing partners, Outside The Locker Room. In this episode, Todd takes the reins as he sits down with GBS Life Member Mark Haines, who shares his incredible life journey—from his early days in Adelaide to the difficult period following his cancer diagnosis.

Mark opens up about how he and his family navigated this challenging time, the vital support he received from the GBS community, and his road to recovery.

Tune in for an inspiring conversation about resilience, support, and overcoming life’s toughest moments.

0.00 - Shaun Wallis introduces Todd Morgan from Outside The Locker Room

2.38 - Todd Morgan introduces Mark Haines

2.46 - Marks upcoming adventure

9.45 - Joining the GBS

13.56 - Cancer diagnosis

21.10 - Family support

23.40 - GBS Support

28.02 - Treatment

34.20 - Changing Dynamic of GBS

43.20 - Recovery

49.45 - Boxing glove symbol

51.40 - The GBS Community

60.57 - AFL Banter

63.24 - Close

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GBS Founder and CEO Shaun Wallis was joined by GBS Member Callum Brown from Blast Experiences and the GBS travel concierge, Kirsty Jenkins. In this engaging discussion, you'll learn about Callum's fascinating life journey and the development of Blast Experiences, a venture he created alongside fellow GBS Member Roy Dass.

We’re also delighted to feature Kirsty Jenkins, fondly known as KJ, who shares some remarkable stories from her own experiences. Blast Experiences has partnered with GBS to offer sensational travel deals exclusively for members. With KJ as our dedicated travel concierge, accessing these offers couldn’t be easier.

Tune in to hear the inspiring stories behind Blast Experiences and discover how this partnership enhances the GBS community!

0.00 - Welcome Callum and Kirsty from Blast Experiences

3.22 - Joining the GBS - First Event

4.15 - Callum growing up and journey into adult life

14.52 - Callum and Roy meeting at Flight Centre

16.40 - Starting Blast Experiences

20.57 - Introducing KJ

27.57 - Blast Experiences and the GBS

31.09 - KJ a Tiger and meeting Richo

35.10 - Quick questions

45.09 - Close

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Shaun Wallis and Leon Davies kick off 2025 with the first GBS Podcast, highlighting Gratitude as the theme for the year. In this inspiring episode, they share exciting plans for 2025, including a diverse lineup of events and the introduction of GBS Team Leaders in each state to strengthen connections and unite our communities.

With innovative initiatives and fresh membership options on the horizon, this podcast offers a glimpse into the positive changes ahead while expressing heartfelt gratitude to all members for their invaluable support. Don’t miss it!

0.00 - Welcome to 2025

2.50 - Inspiring our members

4.30 - Gratitude

5.15 - Upcoming events

17.00 - Memberships

18.30 - Your purpose

22.41 - Close

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Today, we welcome GBS Singapore member John Dykes, a renowned sports anchor and commentator, best known for his work with ESPN STAR Sports and the Premier League's international content service. Now focused on training business leaders in leadership and communication, John shares his journey, insights, and passion for empowering others to succeed.

0.00 - Welcome and introduction to John

3.06 - GBS Singapore

4.00 - John's family and the Melbourne connection

4.40 - John's Leadership and Communication coaching

7.53 - Early life - entry into journalism - Hong Kong

14.30 - Celebrity interviews

17.16 - Aussie cricketers - Shane Warne

22.38 - Sporting greats interviewed - commentary highlights

29.50 - David Beckham

36.00 - Applying skills to Leadership and Communication today

38.45 - Favourites

41.53 - What the GBS means to John

43.30 - Purpose in life

46.05 Close

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Australia’s #1 Toyota Dealer and the man recognised by Mark Bouris as Australia’s top salesperson, John Roca, joins Shaun to share insights into his early life, his journey into the automotive industry, and the unique factors that set his business apart.

0.00 - Welcome and introduction to John

2.45 - Relationship with Mark Bouris

4.20 - Melbourne Cup - Lexus Marquee

12.09 - John's early life in Spain and migration to Australia

19.08 - Leaving school - becoming a jeweller

20.00 - NRL and intro to Auto Industry

27.11 - Building the Lexus brand in Australia

34.47 - Becoming Dealer Principal at Sydney City Toyota and the #1 dealer in Australia

39.40 - Focus on the customer not the money

44.59 - You learn a lot from outside your business

51.40 - John's book - Evolution

53.40 - John's purpose

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Performance coach Max Stephens joins Shaun in the studio to talk about his life and coaching.

Rundown:

0:00 - Introduction to Max

6:00 - What Max does as a performance coach

9:15 - Max's childhood

16:00 - Young arrogance

21:00 - Lifechanging trip to India

26:30 - The art of meditation

41:00 - We live in isolation

43:00 - What's the purpose?

54:00 - How to find Max

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Owner of Lamaro's Hotel and Western Bulldogs champion Paul Dimattina joins the podcast.

Rundown:

0:00 - Introduction to Paul Dimattina

3:00 - Spring Racing Carnival

6:00 - History of the family

7:20 - A win for the GBS

12:00 - Growing up

15:00 - Being sacked by Richmond

18:00 - Getting drafted by the Bulldogs

22:00 - Kouta to be Lord Mayor?

26:00 - Career at the Dogs

32:00 - End of the career in Queensland

36:00 - Returning to Melbourne

37:30 - Family life

44:00 - Purpose in life

48:15 - GBS this weekend

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GBS Member Sean Bishop joins the podcast for a chat about life.

Timecodes:

0:00 - Introduction

4:25 - First meeting between Shaun and Sean

6:10 - Growing up in Sydney

9:00 - High School

9:55 - First job

10:55 - Maturing

12:35 - Starting business with his brother

17:40 - Shouting out GBS members

22:05 - Getting and giving back to the society

26:30 - How GBS started

29:20 - What's coming up at the GBS

34:00 - Supporting the Melbourne Storm and Sydney Swans

35:05 - Life at Ascot Vale Cellars

35:50 - Sean Bishop's purpose

38:10 - How Sean spends his free time

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