Blake Johnston is one unstoppable force. In March 2023, Blakey completed an astonishing goal - breaking the world record of surfing for over 40 hours.

Blakey is more than just a legendary surfer - he's a mental health advocate, Director of Cronulla Surfing Academy and a key note speaker. 

His mission and his purpose stem from the hardest of heartbreaks - the loss of his father after he'd just turned 30. 

CW: This episode contains discussions of suicide. If this episode raises any issues for you, help is available through Lifeline on 13 11 14 or via their website lifeline.org.au.

LINKS

• Learn more about Blakey Johnston here
• Follow Blakey on Instagram @blakeyjohnston
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• Want to see Ant live on stage? Click here for his current tour dates.

CREDITS
Host: Ant Middleton
Editor: Adrian Walton
Executive Producers: Anna Henvest & Edwina Stott
Managing Producer: Elle Beattie

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This episode is a special one. Ant is joined by fellow SAS royalty and his good friend, Ollie Ollerton. Ollie's career in the military began at the age of 18 when he joined the Royal Marine Commando's.

Throughout his career, he's harnessed the power of the mind and is passionate about the power of finding your purpose. Today, he's the CEO of BREAK-POINT, and joins Ant for an inspirational and thought-provoking conversation. 

CW: This episode contains discussions of suicide. If this episode raises any issues for you, help is available through Lifeline on 13 11 14 or via their website lifeline.org.au.

LINKS

• Learn more about Ollie Ollerton and Break-Point here
• Find out more about Dry January 10K here
• Follow Ant on Instagram, X, and Facebook
• Learn more about Ant on his website https://www.antmiddleton.com/ 
• Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content – @novapodcastsofficial.
• Want to see Ant live on stage? Click here for his current tour dates.

CREDITS
Host: Ant Middleton
Editor: Adrian Walton
Executive Producers: Anna Henvest & Edwina Stott
Managing Producer: Elle Beattie

Find more great podcasts like this at novapodcasts.com.au

Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we produced this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation.

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In this episode, you'll hear from two men who have faced two incredibly tough battles. Pat Farmer ran from the North to the South Pole, and Jason McCartney survived the Bali Bombings. Both situations required unparalleled mental and physical strength - and they joined Ant to share their toughest moments. 

CW: This episode contains discussions of suicide. If this episode raises any issues for you, help is available through Lifeline on 13 11 14 or via their website lifeline.org.au.

LINKS

• Listen to Pat Farmer's episode in full here
• Listen to Jason McCartney's episode in full here
• Follow Ant on Instagram, X, and Facebook
• Learn more about Ant on his website https://www.antmiddleton.com/ 
• Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content – @novapodcastsofficial.
• Want to see Ant live on stage? Click here for his current tour dates.

CREDITS
Host: Ant Middleton
Editor: Adrian Walton
Executive Producers: Anna Henvest & Edwina Stott
Managing Producer: Elle Beattie

Find more great podcasts like this at novapodcasts.com.au

Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we produced this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation.

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In this special 'best of' episode, we hear from three people who have beaten the odds and survived the unthinkable - Todd Russell, Paul de Gelder and Jack Beaumont.

LINKS

• Listen to Todd Russell's episode in full here
• Listen to Paul de Gelder's episode in full here
• Listen to Jack Beaumont's episode in full here
• Follow Ant on Instagram, X, and Facebook
• Learn more about Ant on his website https://www.antmiddleton.com/ 
• Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content – @novapodcastsofficial.
• Want to see Ant live on stage? Click here for his current tour dates.

CREDITS
Host: Ant Middleton
Editor: Adrian Walton
Executive Producers: Anna Henvest & Edwina Stott
Managing Producer: Elle Beattie

Find more great podcasts like this at novapodcasts.com.au

Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we produced this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation.

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We've heard some incredible stories in 2023 from an array of guests. Three guests in particular gave us a front row seat into a lifechanging moment. In this episode, you'll hear from Gary Jubelin, Chris Lemons and Sean Turnell. 

LINKS

• Listen to Gary Jubelin's episode in full here 
• Listen to Chris Lemons' episode in full here
• Listen to Sean Turnell's episode in full here
• Follow Ant on Instagram, X, and Facebook
• Learn more about Ant on his website https://www.antmiddleton.com/ 
• Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content – @novapodcastsofficial.
• Want to see Ant live on stage? Click here for his current tour dates.

CREDITS
Host: Ant Middleton
Editor: Adrian Walton
Executive Producers: Anna Henvest & Edwina Stott
Managing Producer: Elle Beattie

Find more great podcasts like this at novapodcasts.com.au

Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we produced this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation.

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In this special 'best of' episode, we take a look back on three powerful moments from 2023 - with Jelena Dokic, Jackson Warne and Jim Davidson. 

Trigger warning: This episode contains discussions of domestic violence. If you think you need immediate assistance, call 000. If you would like to speak to someone about your situation, you may wish to contact one of the following services. 

• Lifeline – Call 13 11 14, or visit www.lifeline.org.au.
• 1800RESPECT – Call 1800 737 732, or visit www.1800respect.org.au.

The matters discussed in this episode are Jelena Dokić’s personal opinions and experiences relating to the allegations of abuse detailed in her books Fearless, Finding the Power to Thrive (2023) and Unbreakable (2017).

LINKS

• Listen to Jelena Dokic's episode in full here
• Listen to Jackson Warne's episode in full here
• Listen to Jim Davidson's episode in full here
• Follow Ant on Instagram, X, and Facebook
• Learn more about Ant on his website https://www.antmiddleton.com/ 
• Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content – @novapodcastsofficial.
• Want to see Ant live on stage? Click here for his current tour dates.

CREDITS
Host: Ant Middleton
Editor: Adrian Walton
Executive Producers: Anna Henvest & Edwina Stott
Managing Producer: Elle Beattie

Find more great podcasts like this at novapodcasts.com.au

Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we produced this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation.

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In this episode, Ant speaks to Australian Rules footballer and survivor of the 2002 Bali terrorist attack, Jason McCartney. Jason shares what it was like being involved in the tragedy, his long road of recovery, and how his positive mindset helped to get him through.

LINKS

• Find our more about Jason McCartney's inspirational speaking here
• After Bali is available here
• Want to see Ant live on stage? Click here for his current tour dates.
• Follow Ant on Instagram, X, and Facebook
• Learn more about Ant on his website https://www.antmiddleton.com/ 
• Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content – @novapodcastsofficial.

CREDITS
Host: Ant Middleton
Editor: Adrian Walton
Executive Producers: Anna Henvest & Edwina Stott
Managing Producer: Elle Beattie

Find more great podcasts like this at novapodcasts.com.au

Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we produced this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation.

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Jim Davidson and Mike Price, two friends and experienced climbing partners, summited Mount Rainier on June 21, 1992. As they descended, a hidden snowbridge collapsed beneath Jim’s feet and dropped him into a large glacial crevasse. Connected to Jim by the climbing rope, Mike tried to stop the fall but couldn’t.

In a heartbreaking conversation, Jim shares this painful memory with Ant - and how loss, resilience and the strength to survive has shaped not only that fateful day, but the rest of his life. 

LINKS

• Find our more about Jim Davidson and his books,The Ledge and The Next Everest on his website https://www.speakingofadventure.com/ 
• Want to see Ant live on stage? Click here for his current tour dates.
• Follow Ant on Instagram, X, and Facebook
• Learn more about Ant on his website https://www.antmiddleton.com/ 
• Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content – @novapodcastsofficial.

CREDITS
Host: Ant Middleton
Editor: Adrian Walton
Executive Producers: Anna Henvest & Edwina Stott
Managing Producer: Elle Beattie

Find more great podcasts like this at novapodcasts.com.au

Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we produced this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

'Improvise... Adapt... Overcome' - these three words always resonated with Paul de Gelder, but they took on a whole new meaning after he was attacked by a shark in 2009. Paul was working as an elite Navy clearance diver, and the incident caused him to lose two limbs. 

In this episode, Paul and Ant reflect on that day and what saved his life, his mental health in recovery and how humour, resilience and a few good mates can get you through anything. 

Content warning: This episode contains discussions of suicide. If you think you need immediate assistance, call 000. If you would like to speak to someone about your situation, you may wish to contact Lifeline – Call 13 11 14, or visit www.lifeline.org.au.

LINKS

• Follow Paul de Gelder on Instagram @pauldegelder
• Find out more about Paul on his website https://www.pauldegelder.com/ 
• Paul's book 'Shark' is out now and can be purchased here
• Want to see Ant live on stage? Click here for his current tour dates.
• Follow Ant on Instagram, X, and Facebook
• Learn more about Ant on his website https://www.antmiddleton.com/ 
• Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content – @novapodcastsofficial.

CREDITS
Host: Ant Middleton
Editor: Adrian Walton
Executive Producers: Anna Henvest & Edwina Stott
Managing Producer: Elle Beattie

Find more great podcasts like this at novapodcasts.com.au

Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we produced this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jack Beaumont has one incredible story. He was a fighter pilot for the French air force, when an injury during dogfight training changed his life forever.

Jack was then recruited by French intelligence to work for the DGSE - balancing family life with working undercover in clandestine foreign operations. 

In this episode, Jack takes us into the mindset of a spy. He delves into the moment where he felt he'd turned into a monster - and what ultimately made him walk away. 

Content warning: This episode contains discussions of suicide. If you think you need immediate assistance, call 000. If you would like to speak to someone about your situation, you may wish to contact Lifeline – Call 13 11 14, or visit www.lifeline.org.au.

LINKS

• Preorder 'Dark Arena' here
• Follow Jack on Instagram, and find out more on his website https://jackbeaumontofficial.com/ 
• Want to see Ant live on stage? Click here for his current tour dates.
• Follow Ant on Instagram, X, and Facebook
• Learn more about Ant on his website https://www.antmiddleton.com/ 
• Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content – @novapodcastsofficial.

CREDITS
Host: Ant Middleton
Editor: Adrian Walton
Executive Producers: Anna Henvest & Edwina Stott
Managing Producer: Elle Beattie

Find more great podcasts like this at novapodcasts.com.au

Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we produced this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.