Let's Talk

Join us in the latest Let's Talk episode as we sit down with Brett Connellan, a captivating storyteller and survivor of a shark attack.

Nothing is more powerful than a second chance at life.

Transforming the darkest day into the brightest requires extraordinary resilience. In Brett Connellan's narrative, that fateful day marked the harrowing encounter when a Great White Shark turned every surfer's nightmare into his reality.

Throughout the episode, Brett unfolds his remarkable journey, navigating trauma, undergoing rehabilitation, and reconstructing his life post-attack. He delves into the compelling documentary he crafted around his experiences, sharing valuable lessons gleaned from his recovery—a universal wisdom applicable across all facets of life. Propelled by purpose, the new iteration of Brett strives to be the best version of himself, both personally and professionally. Fueled by his unique and potent story, he channels his energy into helping others optimize their own journeys.

For the latest updates, follow us on Instagram @lets_talk_pod, and connect with Brett @brettconnellan.

For more details about Brett, visit: https://www.saxton.com.au/speakers/brett-connellan.

To explore his incredible documentary, check it out at: https://www.stan.com.au/watch/attacking-life-2023

Join us for an exciting episode of 'Let's Talk' as Mike welcomes change fatigue expert Ciara Lancaster. Ciara, a former Change Manager at Deloitte Australia and author of 'Reimagine Change,' shares insights on navigating change, resilience, and accountability.

Ciara is a former Change Manager at Deloitte Australia and has led teams of 500+ through change management, business transformation and digital innovation efforts. Add to that, that she literally went on to write THE book on the topic.

During the peak of the pandemic, 'Reimagine Change' became a #1 best-seller in Organisational Behaviour and Stress Management.

Get ready to be inspired by Ciara's expertise in managing change fatigue and becoming more resilient in your professional and personal life.

Follow us on Instagram @lets_talk_pod for updates and connect with Ciara on LinkedIn @Ciara Lancaster - Reimagine Change® Speaker. For more about Ciara, visit: https://www.saxton.com.au/speakers/ciara-lancaster.

In the latest instalment of Let's Talk, we are joined by Dan Monheit, one of the co-founders of Hardhat, which stands as Australia's premier agency centred around Behavioral Science. Dan has taken it upon himself to guide more business leaders, marketers, and brands in comprehending the motives behind human actions. His extensive knowledge in this field has led him to address this subject to numerous audiences.

In this episode, Dan provides us valuable insights into the world of behavioural science, exploring the notion that keeping your curiosity alive is the ultimate way to live, as well as delving into the contents of his book titled "The Why," explaining the concepts of challenging unconscious biases.

To stay updated, follow us on Instagram @lets_talk_pod, and you can find Dan @danmonheit

For more information about Dan, please visit: https://www.saxton.com.au/speakers/dan-monheit 

Get ready for an exciting episode of Let's Talk as we welcome Dr Emma Fulu, a devoted feminist activist committed to championing women's and girls' rights worldwide. Emma's extraordinary ability to blend personal experiences with the latest data and evidence brings complex ideas to life and deeply resonates with audiences, making her a highly sought-after public speaker. She is one of the world’s leading experts on ending violence against women and girls and has led some of the largest and most impactful global studies and programs, including for the United Nations. 

During the episode, Emma candidly shares her experiences with burnout, the importance of asking for help, and passionately advocates for gender equality and feminism.

Prepare to be inspired by Emma's authenticity, openness and determination to create a more equitable and manageable world will undoubtedly inspire you. 

To stay updated, follow us on Instagram @lets_talk_pod, and you can find Emma @dremmafulu.

For more information about Emma, please visit: https://www.saxton.com.au/speakers/emma-fulu.

In the latest episode of Let's Talk, we are privileged to welcome Caleb Rixon, a remarkable stroke survivor and Chief Vision Officer for Genyus Network.

Genyus Network is a commendable organization dedicated to preventing mental health diseases resulting from strokes, brain injuries, nervous system disorders, and life-changing traumas. They provide invaluable survivor-led support and leadership programs, empowering individuals to build confidence, improve communication skills, enhance rehabilitation outcomes, and contribute meaningfully to their communities.

During the episode, Caleb shares his awe-inspiring journey of navigating trauma, forging connections with other survivors, and the transformative processes of resilience, self-renewal, introspection, reframing, and reinvention.

Prepare to be enthralled by Caleb's tenacity, determination, and unwavering spirit in helping others rebuild their lives while challenging the biases surrounding trauma recovery.

To stay updated, follow us on Instagram @lets_talk_pod, and you can find Caleb @calebrixon.

For more information about Caleb, please visit: https://www.saxton.com.au/speakers/caleb-rixon.

To learn more about the incredible work of Genyus Network, visit: https://genyusnetwork.com/foundation/.

In our latest episode of Let's Talk, we have the honour of hosting Corey Tutt,  a proud Kamilaroi man, an Award-Winning Author and the Founder of DeadlyScience, a social enterprise that has been transforming the educational landscape in remote schools across Australia. 

Corey takes us through his captivating journey, starting from his humble beginnings as an alpaca shearer to becoming a passionate advocate for science education in Indigenous communities an accomplished author and even an Associate Professor. This episode also dives deep into Deadly Science's work in bridging the educational gap in Australia.

Prepare to be inspired by Corey's resilience, determination, and unwavering commitment to empowering young minds through education.

Follow us on Instagram @lets_talk_pod and find Corey @corey_tutt1

For more info on Corey: https://www.saxton.com.au/speakers/corey-tutt 

Learn more about Deadly Science: https://deadlyscience.org.au/

Welcome back to Let's Talk by Saxton, the podcast where we hear from some of the world's most inspiring story tellers, thought leaders and change makers. We are thrilled to introduce our incredible new host, Mike Chuter, Co-Founder, COO & CMO of Thankful, a remarkable social enterprise, as well as CEO and Founder of SME for SME. Get ready for thought-provoking conversations and insightful discussions on various topics close to our hearts.

In this episode, we’re joined by HOMIE co-founder & CEO Nick Pearce. Nick shares his inspiring journey of building HoMie from the ground up. He sheds light on the crucial work they're doing to break down the stigma surrounding homelessness, and how they've translated their intentions into meaningful actions, allowing their social enterprise to flourish. Join us as Nick discusses the delicate balance between passion and logic, the importance of maintaining curiosity, and the realization that while we can't be everything for everyone all the time, we can still make a difference in someone's life.  Tune in now and be part of this enlightening conversation!

Follow us on Instagram @lets_talk_pod and Nick @homie.com.au 

For more info on Nick: https://www.saxton.com.au/speakers/nick-pearce 

This episode we’re joined by PROJECT ROCKIT co-founder & CEO Lucy Thomas. Lucy starts off with sharing her unusual and personal story of experiencing bullying and ties that into how she has worked young students all over Australia to combat bullying, with a view not just to stop bullying in schools, but in all other areas of our society too. Lucy also shares with us her appreciation for teachers as well as her unique insights into how today’s younger generations are dealing with the big crises that face us all. 

Follow us on Instagram @lets_talk_pod and Lucy @lucylockit  

For more info on Lucy: https://www.saxton.com.au/speakers/lucy-thomas  

This episode we’re joined by Antarctic Expedition Leader David Knoff. In 2019 David embarked to Antarctica, spending all of 2020 and 537 days away from the rest of civilisation - almost 200 days more than he was originally scheduled to. David shares with us his fascinating story of leading in isolation through the pandemic and some of the unique leadership challenges that he faced, as well as some key takeaways about leadership and group resilience. David also shares some unique observations he has about how society has adapted to living with the pandemic from his perspective as someone who only started living in ‘the COVID world’ in 2021. 

Follow us on Instagram @lets_talk_pod and David on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-knoff-1851b0a5/  

For more info on Isaiah: https://www.saxton.com.au/speakers/david-knoff  

This episode we’re joined by Isaiah Dawe, the founder of Aboriginal non-for-profit mentoring organisation ID. Know Yourself. We chatted with Isaiah about the life changing experience he had going back to country, getting to know his family at the age of 22, and the sense of belonging and connectedness he found later in life after spending his childhood adrift in many foster homes. We also discussed how Isaiah founded ID. Know Yourself, how they’ve been helping Indigenous kids in foster care, as well some of the successes and challenges they’ve faced along the way.  

Follow us on Instagram @lets_talk_pod and Isaiah on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/isaiah-dawe/  

For more info on Isaiah: https://www.saxton.com.au/speakers/isaiah-dawe