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Nikki and Carly dive into the complexities of eating disorders, the impact of diet culture, and our often-challenging relationship with food. With over 25 years’ experience as a dietitian, Nikki is the sports dietitian for the Australian artistic swimming team and a food therapist specialising in eating disorders. She shares her journey from sports dietetics to supporting clients in better understanding their relationship with food. Carly, a state gymnastics coach and member of the Australian gymnastics squad, has benefited from Nikki’s expertise and brings her own lived experience of recovery, along with the challenges of breaking long-ingrained habits. Together they explore societal pressures, the role of parents, and the implications of weight-loss medications.

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Nikki Cummings

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Carly Shott

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Greg shares his journey of over 23 years in the Australian Army, detailing his experiences and challenges from his early life to his military career and beyond. He talks about his postings, duties, leadership roles and deployment. Jonesy also reflects on cultural differences between military and civilian life, emphasising the importance of discipline, resilience and mindset. He delves into his transition out of the military and his current role in Abu Dhabi, supporting the UAE defence force to improve their air drop capability.

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Perth, Western Australia

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Hayden shares his inspiring journey, beginning with his upbringing in a small town in New Zealand, where he faced early adversity following the passing of his mother from cancer. Hayden recounts his move to Christchurch, where he began playing rugby, and later relocating to Perth following the Christchurch Earthquakes. He discusses the tragic leg injury thatended his rugby career and led to a near-death experience due to a fatty embolism. Through resilience and determination, Hayden not only recovered but transformed his identity, embracing fitness challenges. Now a father and machine operator in the mining industry, Hayden focuses on setting and achieving personal goals and shares his journey to inspire others facing their own adversities.

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Marty is a primary school teacher, state representative coach and former state representative rugby league player. He discusses the challenges and rewards of teaching young children, the importance of consistency and respect in leadership and the dynamics of coaching both junior and senior teams. Marty reflects on his late career change from a driving instructor to a teacher, the pressures of balancing a young family while studying, and the significance of having other interests outside of one's primary career.

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Jake is an emergency management specialist in the miningindustry. He shares his journey from apprentice butcher to nightclub bouncer, managing security for large events and to being an emergency services officer. We look into the often overlooked role of security teams as frontline first responders and why their contribution in critical incidents matters more than most people realise. Jake also shares his approach to training and leadership, his experience with the Army Reserves, and how competitions like the Mining Emergency Response Competition (MERC) help build calm, capable, high-performing teams under pressure.

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Will Jobe is a strength and conditioning coach dedicated to helping youth athletes reach their potential. From his early days in New Zealand dealing with youth suicide and understanding the importance of mental health to his transition to Perth and his journey through personal training and leadership roles. We explore the significance of humour, building relationships, and having the right mentors has on youth development.  The conversation also touches on theimportance of sleep, nutrition, and recovery, and how these fundamentals play a crucial role in the performance of athletes.

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Dan and Scotty delve into the intricacies of dealing with bad bosses. They discuss the importance of self-reflection, empathy, and resilience in handling difficult leadership styles. The conversation covers the significance of recognizing when to confront issues, the benefits of staying in a challenging situation, and the potential need to leave toxic environments. They also explore the positive lessons that can arise from bad boss experiences.

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Courtney is one of the founders of New Culture Movement, a Perth based boxing gym. She shares her journey from starting late in boxing at 28 to becoming an influential leader in the fitness community. Discover how she and her business partner Rob, turned their passion for boxing into a successful fitness venture that focuses not just on physical transformation but also on mental resilience and community building. Hear about the unique culture they've created that promotes confidence, emotional regulation, and genuine connections through boxing.

https://www.newculturemovment.com/

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Perth, Western Australia
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Richard is a Health, Safety, Environment & Quality Manager working across Pilbara site services and a former mine site village manager. He opens up about his journey through one of the toughest leadership environments in Australia, the mining industry. He breaks down what it really takes to build a genuine safety culture, develop strong teams, and lead in high-stakes environments. Richard also dives into the role psychology plays in effective leadership, from managing psychosocial risks to improving communication and decision-making under stress. This episode is packed with practical lessons on compliance, culture, and the human side of leadership.

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Chris is a former professional Rugby League and Rugby Union player who opens up about his journey from rising athlete to passionate advocate for mental wellbeing. After tasting the highs of elite sport, he also faced the tough side, mental health battles, limited support, and the harsh realities that come with chasing a dream. Now working in the mining industry and studying to become a wellbeing advisor, he brings a rare, dual-industry perspective on why strong mental health systems matter, whether you're in a locker room or on a mine site. In this episode, Chris shares how resilience, self-awareness, and the right support can turn your hardest setbacks into fuel for growth, purpose, and long-term success.

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