Daniel is an energetic creative who loves to solve a good problem with a smile. He has a background directing brands in the music industry, covering communications, creative direction, design, operations and event management. When he’s not in the office, you can find him at home in the studio recharging his batteries and working on his next gig.  Daniel feels a strong calling to the work of The Man Cave, openly acknowledging the positive impact such a program would have had on his own time at school. When The Man Cave put out the call for a Communications Manager in May 2019, Daniel saw the perfect opportunity to give back to others by combining his interests and experience for this value-driven cause.  During his tenure as Communications Manager, Daniel discovered a passion for designing and creating data-driven systems that enhance the everyday functioning of our organisation. As of January 2020, Daniel shifted his focus to Operations, where he is responsible for developing the backend systems that facilitate our growth as we expand our work and impact more young men in Australia.  In this episode we explore a little behind the scenes at The Man Cave and also his recent step into facilitation.

This episode I am joined by Hunter Johnson.  Hunter Johnson is the Founder & CEO of two purpose-driven organisations.  Hunter leads The Man Cave, an emotional intelligence charity that has impacted the lives of 20,000 young men across Australia.  Hunter also leads STUFF™, a men’s personal care brand that champions healthy masculinity.  Hunter’s work has led him to speak around the world including presenting at the United Nations, Government House, Human Rights Commission, Sydney Opera House, Melbourne Town Hall, Graduation Ceremonies and various Universities.  Hunter has been recognised as an Honouree for the 2021 Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia list, a Finalist for the 2020 Young Australian of the Year Awards (VIC) and named a Queen’s Young Leader by Her Majesty The Queen.  We explore the story of creation of The Man Cave, the importance of people and culture within the organisation, an insight into the role models that helped shape and influence Hunter's identity as the man he is today, we hear some stories of his experience running programs for teenage boys both rewarding and challenging.  Finally we hear a little about the personal care brand for men, STUFF incidentally, this episode is brought to you by STUFF, find out more at www.websiteofstuff.com and use mancave10 for 10% off.

This brief introduction to the first series of "Inside the Cave" gives you an overview of the format and background to the purpose of this podcast.  Each episode will start with a Check-In which is a tool we use culturally as an organisation to connect, land and be present to what it is that we are about to do.  This is followed by an authentic, raw and sometimes vulnerable conversation with our special guest.  Finally we finish with an honouring or an acknowledgement of the unique gift our guest brings to the world.  Thanks for your interest we hope you enjoy "Inside the Cave"