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A New Dawn for Nicholls with Sam Birrell

Join our today’s episode with Sam Birrell, Australia’s National Party candidate for the seat of Nicholls. Sam was raised in an Australian countryside town between towns Murchison and Toolamba, on the banks of the Goulburn River, with his three sisters. His mother worked as a teacher at Shepparton High School, while his father was a lawyer.

In his words, Sam says, “I love this region, and am very proud to live, work and raise a family here. Many people would say that I never miss an opportunity to talk the place up. I want to be the MP for Nicholls because I want to see everyone here do well, with great educational and economic opportunities and pathways into the career of their choice. I want to ensure people are looked after by the government, especially those who are marginalised, while at the same time making certain that Australia continues to be one of the best-governed countries in the world. After all I have seen and learned, I am convinced that a locally engaged National Party member in a coalition government is the best way to achieve this.”

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During this episode, you will learn about;

[00:01] Pre-show talk

[03:01] Our today’s guest, Sam Birell, and his upbringing

[10:37] Sam’s school life and the activities he enjoyed participating

[14:04] The paths he took after school, choosing his career, travels and job

[18:22] Australia’s local farming in the last decade and how the federal government assists

[28:34] His political ambitions and values he upholds

[32:26] Why politics is not for the faint-hearted

[34:11] Why young people should not shy away from politics

[35:35] How he thinks to be different from the other competing aspirants

[37:46] The cost of running a political campaign

[38:51] How and when do Australians vote?

[46:00] What Sam will hopefully implement after winning the elections

[46:56] Something you'll be surprised to know about Sam

[50:35] Who inspires Sam the most

[52:11] How you can connect with Sam and episode wrap up

Notable Quotes

Connect with Sam Birrell

Website: https://www.sambirrell.com.au/

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

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-birrell-72327019/

Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/SamBirrellforNicholls/

Read more about Sam as The Nationals Candidate for the Australian Federal Elections: https://nationals.org.au/our-team-old/sam-birrell/.

All about Massage Therapy with Hannah Luksch

Massages have been around for centuries, and it has been used as an alternative therapy or complementary medicine. It is based on the idea that the body has natural healing abilities which can be activated through touch. Not only do they help with muscle tension, aches, and pains, but they also promote relaxation and sleep. A good massage will go a long way in calming your muscles, nerves, and mind. Everyone needs a massage at one point in life and knowing what to expect is the first step. So, what should you expect when you go to get a massage? And how do you maximize your experience?

Join the conversation with Hannah Luksch as she shares all about massage therapy and her experience in the space. Hannah is a qualified massage therapist, and she is passionate about massages and has a true love for making people feel better. Her experience includes working with a wide variety of clients, from professionals to athletes and older adults.

During this episode, you will learn about;

[00:01] Pre-show talk

[02:22] About our guest today's Hannah Luksch

[05:00] What inspired Hannah to get into the massages therapy

[08:48] Muscles that trigger headaches and how to massage them

[10:37] How does a massage works in relieving muscle tension

[11:30] The services Hannah’s offers and their benefits

[13:23] Hannah's clientele and how's she transitioned into working for herself

[15:00] Hannah’s professionalism at work and the sessions she does on a regular day

[16:11] Hannah’s fatigue levels from doing the massages

[17:19] How many jobs have Hannah had? Find out

[21:36] Why Hannah has so much love for dogs

[24:05] Hannah’s top five Disney Shows

[25:18] Common misconceptions about massage therapy

[27:04] Hannah’s dream locations to travel and what she likes doing

[33:39] Something you'll be surprised to know about Hannah

[39:14] People who inspire Hannah to keep going in her career

[42:02] The most popular massage therapists

[43:06] Episode wrap up

● Everyone needs a massage; the benefits can never be compared to the cost.

● Headaches are often related to tight muscles.

● A good massage will go a long way in calming your muscles, nerves, and mind.

MMA Amateur Fighters Tournament Coming Up This Weekend with Logan Miller

Amateur MMA fighters compete in boxing, kicking, punching, grappling, and wrestling. It is a sport where each fighter has a chance to get the win by knockout or submission. Amateur MMA fights create a lot of potential opportunities for growth, and fighters can make a career out of their sport if they continue to train hard and fight competitively. However, they have to face the reality of being punched, kicked, and choked out by their opponent and learn how to cope with these situations and find ways to win without taking too many risks.

There are many benefits from amateur MMA fighting, especially when it comes to self-defence training. It’s also a great entertainment sport that provides fighters with ways to get their hands on fighting experience and learn skills. People love the adrenaline rush they get from watching it.

Join the conversation with Logan Miller, an amateur MMA fighter. Logan shares about amateur fights, and how he got into martial arts. He also shares his experience after losing in his previous fight and how he has been preparing to win in the upcoming amateur MMA fight tournament this weekend.

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During this episode, you will learn about;

[01:11] A bit about Logan Miller’s background

[04:21] When amateur fighting become a profession for Logan

[06:12] Doing something that you want to do in life

[10:28] Logan plan A and what he’s planning for his next step

[13:41] Why Logan left his apprenticeship to follow his passion

[17:03] How Logan got into Martial Arts

[19:39] Why fight sport is so much harder than a gym practice

[21:08] Why it’s hard to knock people out when you’re lighter than 70 kilos

[22:52] Punching rhythm - you’ve to subconsciously pick what is coming next

[26:24] Practicing how to set, break and change to different rhythms in a fight

[27:26] Why Logan moved from Muay Thai to MMA fights

[31:16] Why losing in his previous fight was a relief and a learning point for Logan

[34:02] About the upcoming fight sport, and why Logan had to get in shape

[36:19] Coaches that Logan emulates and how he trains to get technically better

[38:36] Where to start if you want to get into MMA amateur fights

[40:16] Fire names session for creative answers

[45:31] Where you can watch Logan fights this coming weekend

[46:24] Find out who inspires Logan in his space

Notable Quotes

How To Building A Successful Business In The Digital Age with Anthony Murphy 

With the advent of technology, businesses have been able to branch out and take on a new life. Technology is not going away. It will continuously change the way businesses function, impact how we live and how we work. The best way to ensure success is optimizing your technology -be it in marketing, online presence, or social media- always take into account your needs and limitations as a business. One way of this is by knowing how you can manipulate technology in order to make your business more productive and provide products that reflect the needs of your consumers. 

Join the conversation with Anthony Murphy as he shares how you can achieve your business success in the digital age. Anthony is an entrepreneur, digital marketer, podcast host, and the founder and CEO of AttentionMedia, a digital marketing agency based in Shepparton. Their mission is to help business with their digital marketing in order to achieve results that tie into their business objectives and increase their overall revenue using technology. 

During this episode, you will learn about; 

[02:24] What to go for, Spotify or Apple podcast platform 

[03:20] Anthony background information 

[06:54] Anthony career aspiration growing up and working in a family business 

[07:51] How Anthony dropped from university to take a management position 

[09:05] Why Anthony resigned from his father’s business and his transition to a part-time career 

[12:25] Anthony’s perspective on social media and his passion for marketing 

[13:45] What to expect in our interaction and the advancements in technology 

[16:25] Tips on cultivating a healthy balance between your career and technology life 

[17:49] The strategies they employ in helping businesses with digital marketing 

[20:00] Describing your ideal client avatar and focus on their success 

[22:11] The importance of building your online presence in today’s digital age 

[23:37] Google ads and how to gauge how well you’re selling via conversion 

[25:43] You can be a business owner even if you don’t like social media 

[27:23] The ideal time to ask the question ‘who’ and delegate 

[28:57] Anthony’s vision and goal in the business space 

[31:35] The truth about some of the evolving technologies such as Crypto and Bitcoin 

[38:35] Non-fungible tokens (NFT) blockchain technology and how it works 

[43:45] The future of NFT and the technology in 10 years 

[46:58] Sharing the knowledge that you believe will be valuable to people 

[48:43] People who inspire Anthony in his life 

[50:41] How to reach out and connect with 

Anthony Notable Quotes

● Most passions are self-taught. 

● Always provide content before consuming anything on social media 

● You need to be seen to sell 

● Invest your resources with a strategy behind it 

Connect With Anthony Murphy

Website: https://www.attentionmedia.com.au/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/attentionmedia/ 

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

Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/attentionmediaagency/

Achieving Your Fitness, Career and Lifestyle Goals with Emma Burr Nyberg

You don't need to be a professional, a fitness expert, or even a guru to set your goals and achieve them. All you need is a little bit of determination and a lot of grit. There is always someone out there who has succeeded in what they have attempted. Sometimes, you just have to go for it and see where it takes you. Becoming a "go getters" can make you an "achievers." This is not easy, but many have made it in whatever you’re trying to achieve. The universe is a vast place. Master your dream and take that opportunity to unlock your goal by showing up and doing your best.

Join the conversation with Emma Burr Nyberg as she shares her life experiences as a fitness enthusiast and an avid traveller who grew up in different countries and cultures. Emma is the operation coordinator and Human Resource coordinator at the University of Melbourne.

During this episode, you will learn about;

[02:05] Emma’s career background

[04:34] Emma’s working at home experience and the lessons she learned

[08:56] What fitness meant to Emma when growing up

[11:40] The joy that comes from sports and weight training

[13:43] Why Emma’s thinks her efforts in the gym are worth it

[14:56] How to master your macros when you want to lose weight

[18:13] Emma’s accent and her exposure to different languages

[23:48] How life is like in Sweden and Northern light phenomenon

[28:06] The snow experience in Sweden and how it defers from others

[32:26] Emma’s childhood and growing up in different countries and culture

[40:39] About Emma’s parents and their travelling influence in her life

[45:09] Emma’s college experience in different countries, including South Africa

[50:10] How Emma’s parent’s influence opened opportunities in her career

[54:04] The difference between being a Swedish and an American

[58:14] What inspires Emma’s to towards her passion

● It’s important to always see the more positive side of life.

● If you hate something, the worst thing you can do is move on with it

● Home will always be the same, but the opportunity you get will not

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emma-burr-nyberg/

In this episode, we speak with clinical psychologist Rachael Willis, Managing Director of Pure Empowerment Psychology. 

Listen in as Rachael shares her many roles as a “life-juggler” and how to discover your “energy-giving” career. She dives into her journey into the world of psychology and how the mental health landscape has shifted since the outbreak of COVID-19. Rachael then speaks on the power of equine therapy, how triggers work and how to find their root cause, what to expect when you undergo cognitive behavioral therapy, and what to look for in a psychologist. 

Key Highlights 

● [03:24] An introduction to Rachael Willis 

● [06:50] How the fiercely independent Rachael learned to delegate tasks 

● [09:14] Why Rachael only chooses “energy-giving” work and how to find your own 

● [14:35] How the pandemic has helped many people focus on what brings them joy and fulfillment 

● [27:10] Rachael’s career path in psychology 

● [30:23] Mental health realities 

● [36:27] The three types of people who enter the gym 

● [44:08] Who equine therapy works for 

● [48:47] What to expect when you undergo cognitive behavioral therapy 

● [53:53] Getting to the root of triggers that seemingly come out of nowhere 

● [59:01] How psychologists can take care of their own mental health 

● [1:02:55] Rachael’s advice to those who want to get into psychology 

● [1:07:27] Why psychologists tend to be female 

● [1:09:04] How to reach out to a psychologist 

● [1:12:45] How to connect with Pure Empowerment Psychology 

● [1:14:28] Rachael’s upcoming book, The Therapist Effect 

● [1:16:28] Who locally inspires Rachael 

Powerful Quotes by Rachael Willis 

● The type of work I do needs to be energy-giving and vitality-giving. If it’s not, I need to say goodbye to that. Energy-giving is meaningful work. [...] If I feel like it will give me a sense of contentment and fulfillment, [...] then I would take it on. 

● Children—adolescents—are featuring more mental health-related issues because of this whole pandemic than we’ve ever seen before. 

● Lifestyle has an incredible impact on people’s mental health and wellbeing. If people were able to look at their habits of sleep and exercise routines, that says a lot. 

● Therapy is not easy work. It requires sitting with unpleasant feelings and talking about things that may be triggering. [...] The reality is, we’re not doing “friends therapy”. [...] We’re trying to give people an outcome. ● Finding a good therapist is like finding a good pair of jeans. 

Connect with Rachael Willis: Pure Empowerment Psychology: https://pureempowerment.com.au/

In this episode, we speak with Cristen Brunner of the tattoo and piercing studio Uncut Diamond, and Cat Armstrong of LUSH Skin & Laser Clinic. 

Listen in as Cristen and Cat discuss the psychology behind tattoo regret and the importance of doing one’s research and looking past trends and strong emotional states when deciding on getting a tattoo. They then talk about their ongoing competition in Shepparton, Show Us Your Ink, which aims to offer one lucky person a free tattoo removal and cover-up. 

Key Highlights 

● [01:46] An introduction to Cristen and Cat and their upcoming initiative to increase self-education around tattoos 

● [04:28] How Cat built her career as a laser therapist 

● [06:21] How people end up with terrible tattoos 

● [09:24] The connection between following trends and tattoo regret 

● [10:43] How tattoo removal works 

● [16:00] Finding the right laser clinic 

● [18:44] How Cristen does cover-ups 

● [20:04] Why do tattoos on certain parts of the body (ex. hands and feet) tend to fade over time? 

● [21:18] How much tattoo removal hurts 

● [24:48] Why it’s so important to educate people to deeply reflect and do research before getting a tattoo 

● [27:02] About Cristen and Cat’s Shep-wide tattoo removal and cover-up competition, Show Us Your Ink 

● [29:46] The most rewarding tattoo for Cat to remove and becoming emotionally connected to her clients 

● [34:34] How Cat intends to do the cover-up for the winner and her favorite type of tattoo 

● [37:47] How Cristen and Cat plan to narrow down the top three and what will happen once the comp is over 

● [40:11] Other things to know about the competition 

● [42:14] Who locally inspires Cristen 

● [44:30] Who locally inspires Cat 

● [46:45] How Cristen and Cat attract these types of people into their lives 

Powerful Quotes by Cristen Brunner & Cat Armstrong 

● [When it comes to reasons for tattooing gone wrong,] impulsive decisions are definitely right up there. If an artist is good, then they’re generally quite booked out. If people are being very impatient about wanting to get this tattoo right now, it could be an issue if they’re chasing an artist that’s not quite up to the standard that they’re expecting. ~Cristen 

● Of course we need everybody to please, please do their research. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve seen clients burnt and disfigured permanently as a result of laser treatment. They have gone to someone with a tattoo with hopes to remove it, and they’re stuck with a scar that, from the removal, has burnt and blistered severely. The scar is not something that can be rectified. So, to prevent them going down the path where they’re then living with a scar for the rest of their lives, do research. 

~Cat Connect with Cristen Brunner & Cat Armstrong: Cristen’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cryptenite01/?hl=en LUSH Skin & Laser Clinic’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lushskinandlaserclinic/?hl=en

In this episode, we speak with Kayela, a personal trainer at Origin Athletics and single mum of two.  

Listen in as Kayela discusses her inspiring story of transformation, from her countless struggles as a directionless teenager to becoming a proud mum and goal-oriented coach in the fitness industry. She reflects on having to move many times around the country growing up, finally settling down in Shepp, and what she loves about the city.  

Key Highlights  

● [01:52] An introduction to Kayela  

● [04:02] Kayela on her childhood  

● [05:32] Moving to Shep  

● [07:23] What got Kayela into the fitness industry  

● [09:39] Becoming a coach  

● [10:48] How Kayela is finding new clients  

● [12:21] Interesting client stories  

● [16:02] Why Kaylea loves strength training and her fitness goals  

● [18:41] What motivates Kayela to train hard  

● [20:50] Kayela’s proudest achievement  

● [23:30] Why Kayela dropped out of school  

● [26:34] Kayela’s experience being a mum so far  

● [31:12] How Kayela takes her eyes off of her kids  

● [32:55] Who locally inspires Kayela  

Powerful Quotes by Kayela  

● I motivate myself. I want to be better than I was the day before.  

● We all have it within ourselves to work hard, but from where I come from, I created it myself. I wasn’t brought up to work hard. I realized that you have to put in the work to achieve your goals. If you’re just going to sit there and think that you’ll cruise through life and be handed your goals on a silver platter, you’re going to get nowhere.  

Connect with Kayela: 

Kayela Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaylovefitnesss/

In this episode, we speak with Sarah Freer, a local business owner and a mother of three. 

Listen in as Sarah discusses what it was like to have her first child, Georgia, at the age of 15 and the hurdles that she—including her family and boyfriend Trent—had to overcome upon discovering that she was 30 weeks pregnant. She then talks about what life has been like since having her daughter and being a young mum, as well as how her relationships with Trent, her mum, and her three kids are faring 19 years later. 

Key Highlights 

● [01:30] An introduction to Sarah Freer 

● [03:04] Sarah’s unconventional and inspiring story as a teenage mum 

● [10:16] Why Sarah was in denial up to 30 weeks of pregnancy and why having her baby was more than worth it 

● [12:42] Telling her dad about the pregnancy 

● [15:52] How her relationship with her boyfriend was affected following the announcement 

● [17:45] Why Sarah moved out of Shepparton 

● [18:28] The importance of having support for someone who was in Sarah’s situation 

● [20:15] Georgia’s special connection with her grandmother and how she regards her upbringing 

● [23:00] What it is like for Sarah to tell her story and what her life would be like if she never got pregnant at 15 

● [28:41] Reconnecting with Trent as grownups 

● [30:51] Having the next two kids 

● [32:02] Keeping the romance alive 

● [34:52] Sarah and Trent’s goals moving forward 

● [36:39] Sarah’s advice to young mums 

● [37:51] Who locally inspires Sarah 

Powerful Quotes by Sarah 

● I don’t know how I didn’t know. I don’t understand why I didn’t know. But, the power of the mind is incredible. I was in such denial at that age that I just thought, “If I don’t think about it or I don’t talk about it or I don’t face it, it’ll go away.” It sounds so silly to say out loud but that was how I felt at the time. 

● For teenage mums, I think it’s very important to have a support system. The sad reality is that not many do; but, I’ve since learned that there are a lot of places that support teenage mums when they need it. 

● I’m a big believer that we make the best decisions that we think suit us at the time. [...] I’m not sure where I would’ve been if [the pregnancy] didn’t happen; but, I believe that our lives are pre-planned before we do it so I just enjoy the ride. 

● Even when bad times come, hold on and know that good times are going to come after it. Eventually, all things pass—good, bad, or otherwise. Nothing stays with us forever. Even in our darkest moments, it always gets better

In this episode, we speak with Tahni Gook, an osteopath operating her own practice in Shepparton. 

Listen in as Tahni discusses her journey to becoming an osteo and her approach to working with clients of all sorts.  She also covers common misconceptions around pain, including the emotional and psychological links to pain. Finally, Tahni shares how she eventually came to achieve balance between her life and career and her exciting goals beyond her work as an osteo.  

Key Highlights  

● [03:01] An introduction to Tahni Gook  

● [06:24] How Tahni feels about Shepparton  

● [08:55] What Tahni found out about herself when she moved away from Shepparton  

● [12:36] Navigating a challenging culture in uni  

● [14:43] Keeping in touch with friends from uni  

● [16:26] What an osteo does  

● [22:00] Knowing the right specialist to go to when in pain  

● [26:30] Advice on using devices to avoid developing back pain  

● [30:56] Why Tahni wanted to be an osteo  

● [33:25] Clients whose lives Tahni have truly changed  

● [35:19] Tahni’s experience so far in running her own business and working with a mentor  

● [40:18] How many clients Tahni sees on a regular basis  

● [42:50] Achieving work-life integration  

● [43:49] Tahni’s goals for her osteo career moving forward  

● [45:04] Tahni’s goals outside of her career  

● [47:01] Why Tahni wants to get back into dance  

● [49:51] Who locally inspires Tahni?  

● [52:23] Explaining versus complaining  

● [53:07] Tahni’s ideal client  

Powerful Quotes by Tahni  

● Pain—someone’s story—no one can fix that but themselves. I’m really just a helping hand to steer them in the right direction, give them the right advice, and give them the right tools for them to optimize their pain, life, and recovery. But at the end of the day, whatever they do outside of the 30 minutes that I see them is up to them.  

● Pain sometimes presents itself when there is emotional or psychological stress.  

● Work comes second in my life, and that’s how it should be for everybody.