In this Bite Size from episode #81 Andrew and Ange are joined by Sergeant Joe Munro and Captain Brenda Youse, participants from our social mastery program as they share some of the skills they learned and how they are able to use them in a very real and practical sense.

Joe talks about how he was able to use some of the breathing skills to deal with a screaming baby at all hours of the night and Brenda shares how she drew on many of the skills to be mindful and how that mindfulness has helped her centre herself in stressful times. 

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Matty Lansdown is a scientist, nutritionist, and musician, with a background in nutritional epigenetics and disease research. A few years into working at a cancer hospital he began to feel like an imposter, "I was asking questions that no one else seemed to be asking, about the cause of disease and the impact of food on the body… It was so strange to me that quite obviously the majority of patients were overweight or obese and no one talked about their diet or their lifestyle. Ever."

Matty now focuses on the causes of overeating and the emotions we attach to food. And we’re not referring to Bridget Jones crying over her answering machine with an ice-cream tub in hand…we’re talking about real patterns stemming from a range of factors that can include our parents and their patterns, trauma, our relationship with money, how advertisers market to us, what we see online, and more. Through his podcast 'How to Not Get Sick And Die', Matty is on a mission to install new beliefs, new mindsets, and new patterns to live a happy, healthy life.

In this episode Andrew and Matty discuss:

3:45 What Matty was like growing up.

7:00 Making the difficult choice between studying drumming and forensics.

10:30 Matty coming to the realisation that there must be a more proactive approach to medicine.

14:00 Over 90% of diseases are caused by poor diet and lifestyle.

15:45 Nature doesn’t make mistakes and disease is biology’s way of trying to fix things.

18:00 What is emotional eating and why do people do it?

23:15 The majority of people are not aware of when they emotionally eat.

26:30 Why Matty almost exclusively works with people over the age of 50.

32:00 The main reasons people emotionally eat.

35:00 Why Matty helps people understand their emotions before he get them to change their eating habits.

37:30 The most common groups of people that emotionally eat, and Matty’s most challenging client.

40:00 The less confident introvert and why they might emotionally eat.

45:45 Why athletes have a higher likelihood to become emotional eaters after their careers finish.

48:45 The problem with trying to live like David Goggins.

52:30 The Dorito Effect and how food companies use your tastebuds against you.

57:30 Matty’s methods for helping people overcome emotional eating problems.

1:03:00 Stacking small habits on top of each other to increase likelihood of behaviour change and success..

1:05:45 How Matty learned about this method through his own personal experiences and therapy after growing up in a violent household.

1:14:00 Game Changers documentary and why going vegetarian might not be as much of a fix as it seems.

1:16:30 Adding weightlifting and meat to your weight loss plan.

You can find Matty at his Website: https://mattylansdown.com/
Or at his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matty-lansdown
Listen to Matty's Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/how-to-not-get-sick-and-die/id1450212088

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In this Bite Size from episode #59 Mr Universe contestant Nick Jones shares some of his extensive knowledge around how to build muscle and lose fat. Nick talks about what he would do at the gym for a beginner and intermediate workout routine to ensure you work out your whole body.

Nick also gives us some of his tips on how to eat like a bodybuilder and why what you eat is so important for weight loss and muscle gain, surprisingly there are no intricate meals or fancy ingredients needed, just some simple proteins and vegetables.

You can find Nick at his Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickjonesworldchampion

                                        LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-jones-49945546/
or at the Gen-Tec Website: gen-tec.com.au

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What does it take to lead one of Australia’s largest companies – and still perform at your peak?

In this episode, Andrew May sits down with Matt Comyn, CEO of Commonwealth Bank, for an honest and practical conversation on leadership, resilience, and performance. From wearable tech to shifting emotional states, Matt shares the real tools and techniques he uses to stay fit — mentally, emotionally, and physically.

In this podcast, Andrew and Matt discuss:

4:00 What 'Little Matt' was like growing up, his biggest inspiration is his mum, and reflecting on the journey so far.

10:30 The importance of shifting from a deficit to a skills model, not being top of the food chain at home, and the early days of Matts career.

16:40 The 5 wearable tech metrics Andrew asks all of his executive clients to measure and track, why sleep is so important to Matt, and finding the metrics and tools that work for you.

22:20 How Matt has learned to shift state and attention, avoiding taking bad news from one meeting to another, and relying on (realistic) positive thinking to help through the challenging/negative times.

29:30 Matt’s weekly fitness routine, what he has learned from 6 years of running Commbank, and loving the opportunity to meet interesting people along the way.

34:15 The hardest times of Matt’s tenure as CEO, enjoying getting stuck into problems when they arise, and the reality that corporate life is fragile and things can change very quickly.

43:30 Lessons learnt from the banking Royal Commission and how Matt and his team navigated this.

45:42 Balancing the 'See Saw of Ambivalence' and finding the balance between not being satisfied and gratitude.

46:45 Matt’s pride in seeing how much Can4Cancer has grown, his role in starting/supporting this event, and celebrating the 10 year anniversary in 2024.

52:00 What drives Matt’s curiosity and what he has learned from Manly Sea Eagles head coach, Anthony Seibold.

56:30 Boxer Tim Tszyu is one of the most dedicated people Matt has met, and being impressed by his obsession towards working hard.

58:00 Where Matt sees the banking industry and his own personal life heading in 10 to 15 years.

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In this Bite Size from episode #39 purpose coach Richard Burton outlines his method of how he helps others find their purpose, SIM. Richard explains why finding your strengths, interests and motivations is key to figuring out what your purpose is.

Richard and Andrew also talk about some of their own experience in finding their own purposes and how they have adapted it over time. Richard explains how your purpose is not a fixed thing and that it can change and adapt over time.

You can find Richard at the InnerZone: http://innerzone.com.au/

                                            or myDesign Education: https://www.mydesigneducation.com.au/

                                            or his Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/innerzone/

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Luke Hannan is one of Australia’s leading Professional Conference and Event MCs, who lives and breathes the value of meaningful communication. Catch Luke's infectious energy as he chats with Andrew and Angela Poon about the basics of communication, meticulous preparation, in-depth research, and training the ability to remain calm and handle any situation that arises.

With over 450 successful events under his belt, Luke has captivated audiences from leading companies like Westpac, Google, and IBM. 

With a background in banking and finance, Luke brings a wealth of experience to his craft. Luke lives in Sydney with his wife and 3 children, and he loves trail running, playing the piano, and motorsport.

"If you decide you're going to do something...you ARE. Not you're becoming. From that moment on..."I was a professional MC" it's not "I am aiming to become one, I am one!" This is my identity now..."

In this episode Andrew, Angela and Luke discuss:

5:45 Why Luke loves communication so much, why people fail at communicating effectively and Luke’s 3 pillars of communication.

10:00 The value of good communication, to jazz hands or to not jazz hands and going for a run to burn off energy before a presentation.

13:00 Getting nervous and changing your state before a presentation, how Luke grew up loving to talk and how that led him to where he is now and how to recover control over an audience.

17:00 How to get people’s attention when they don’t want to give it, the importance of holding a pause and Luke using a poem as an opening monologue at an event.

20:45 The importance of planning ahead for a live event, taking notes in the sauna and the shower and building rehearsals into your daily routine.

25:35 Tips for those that get nervous presenting live, realising that live presentations aren’t about you and speaking is a journey where you never stop improving.

33:00 Getting gradual exposure to live presenting, finding out why you are the one presenting and not relying on slides.

40:30 Watching your footage back to review, coming to terms with your own unconscious competence and using your nerve memory, not your muscle memory.

47:30 Ange’s story of going off script and trying to be Andrew in a webinar, what Ange learned from that experience and Andrew having to shift his mindset when he started at KPMG.

1:00:00 The importance of getting into flow when you present, Ange’s continual improvement in presentations and looking back on your negative experiences as positive influences.

1:07:05 Why storytelling is a valuable tool that can be hard to pull off, about half of all storytelling bombing and an example of one of Luke’s live presentations.

1:14:30 Luke’s story of how he decided to become an MC, learning to harness his ADHD growing up and the magic of sitting back and saying less.

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In this Bite Size from episode #45 Andrew and Dr Tom Buckley discuss some of the research around the use of cold water and its potential effects on the body. Dr Tom talks about how cold water therapy is still in its research infancy and doesn’t have any conclusive evidence proving or disproving its validity at this point in time.

Dr Tom and Andrew also explain a bit about why using animals in research can be deeply flawed if you expect to get the same results in humans, as well as giving a little bit of their knowledge on brown fat vs white fat and the effects cold water can have in relation to it.

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A professional Ironwoman since 17 years of age, Bonnie Hancock paddled a surf ski 12,700 km around the Australian coastline in 2022, setting multiple world records and facing unimaginable challenges along the way.

Listen to Andrew and Bonnie talk about:
• The pivotal moment when Bonnie made the decision to paddle around Australia
• Insights on overcoming fear and embracing failure, with eye-opening experiences confronting sharks and treacherous conditions
• The importance of accountability and building a world-class support network to achieve super ambitious goals
• Anecdotes from Bonnie's oceanic adventures and moments of profound self-discovery
• Strategies for remaining calm under pressure and maintaining focus amidst life's unpredictable challenges

3:00 Bonnie growing up in God’s country by the beach, being inspired by iron woman athletes and helping your kids disconnect from technology.

13:30 Using vulnerability as a super power, learning to remain calm 100km out from the shore and Bonnie using every skill at her disposal when paddling around Australia.

20:15 Bonnie’s visualisation techniques she has used since childhood, doing something unique to get an unseen advantage and how to get over being nervous.

26:00 Why paddle around Australia, Bonnies biggest inspirations, and the strain on her marriage that the paddle caused.

34:30 What Bonnie would do differently if given another chance, finding it difficult to talk to her husband after a day of paddling and what it could have looked like from her husband’s perspective.

39:45 Moments when Bonnie thought she might die on the paddle, pushing through to the 1 month mark of the paddle before thinking about giving up and the mental side of ultra endurance athletes.

47:15 How Bonnie raised the money to fund the paddle, being brave enough to put yourself out there and some key lessons to break your routine.

55:55 Bonnies amazing crew, the ugly and messy side of the paddle and having to deal with regular appearances from sharks.

1:10:00 The beauty coming in hand in hand with the fear, craving normality while on the paddle and how Bonnie felt when she got back onto land.

1:18:45 What’s next for Bonnie, what she talks about in her keynotes and loving the lessons she has learned along the way.

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In this Bite Size from episode #80 Dr Amantha Imber talks about how she runs her business from a mindset of always approaching the next task or the next challenge as opposed to running away from a problem. Andrew also chimes in and explains how he has shifted his mindset to something similar after starting his career with an avoidant mindset and all the benefits that has brought him.

Andrew and Amantha also discuss what it is that drives them and how they are guilty of not always practising what they preach, but are able to fall back on that when they find themselves getting too out of control.

You can find Dr Amantha at her Website: https://www.amantha.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amanthai/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanthaimber/?originalSubdomain=au
Buy The Health Habit: https://www.penguin.com.au/books/the-health-habit-9781761342363 

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What happens when an elite athlete steps off the field to explore life beyond the game?

Andrew May sits down with NRL Parramatta Eels star Shaun Lane to unpack the lessons behind his new documentary Out of My Lane. Shaun has spent nearly a decade navigating the brutal highs and lows of professional rugby league, all while carrying personal challenges, including his father’s battle with depression. But his journey doesn’t stop at footy. 

Armed with a Masters in Applied Positive Psychology, Shaun is passionate about reshaping the way athletes — and all of us — approach mindset, mental skills, and psychological wellbeing. From his pre-game routines and overcoming doubts, to the massive gap in mental skills in the NRL, to finding his true purpose outside the game, this conversation is raw, reflective, and refreshingly honest.

In this episode, Andrew and Shaun dive into:
- The 3 stages of an athlete's career and how to break the cycle of self-sabotage
- Why footy players live in a "bubble" and how to burst it
- The mental tools Shaun uses to perform under pressure
- Shaun’s vision for his life beyond the NRL — and why it has nothing to do with money or fame

In this episode Andrew and Shaun discuss:

3:00 Shaun started working with Andrew when he first came to the Parramatta Eels.

6:00 Being nervous in new environments.

10:00 Shaun’s pre-performance routines and how he overcame doubts to become the player he is today.

17:30 How to break the cycle of self-destruction, and performing week in and week out.

21:00 The clear 3 distinct stages of an athletes career, and putting mental skills into practice.

23:00 Using all of your senses (multisensory approach) when preparing for a game and visualisation to overcome mistakes during a game.

29:30 Staying curious and the benefits of having hobbies and other interests outside of your main job.

35:30 Shaun’s belief that there is a massive gap in the NRL when it comes to mental skills, and what he wants to do in the future. 

41:15 Realising footy players live in a bubble.

43:30 Why Shaun was able to make his documentary.

45:15 Shaun realising what his purpose is, and finding it easier talking about his father's depression.

55:45 Why Shaun’s parents are so important to him.

58:00 What stood out to Shaun during his interview with Matty Ryan.

1:02:00 What stood out to Shaun during his interview with Jeremy Snape.

1:04:15 What stood out to Shaun during his interview with Aaron Walsh.

1:07:30 Owen Eastwood challenging Shaun’s concept of culture and belonging.

1:13:30 Shaun’s Vision Board and the importance it has to him.

1:16:50 The leaps and bounds he has made in the last 3 years.

1:20:50 Not being motivated by money or fame, and choosing a career in dancing 

1:24:35 Shaun’s newly minted speaking career.

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You can find Shaun at his Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/slane_94/?hl=en

Or send him an email at: [email protected]

Watch the Out Of My Lane Documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I5MIhqGRbYo&t=1447s

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