The Connect Podcast with Pat Zarzour

How safe are our kids when we’re not around?

This week, we’re joined by Marina Azar, founder of Mummy Safety Security Project, to unpack the conversations every parent should be having.

From recognising unsafe behaviour and grooming signs to teaching kids to trust their instincts, speak up and know what to do when something feels wrong.

Because protecting kids isn’t about making them afraid of the world. It’s about preparing them for it.

What’s one safety lesson you think every child should know?

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From mentoring troubled youth to founding the Safeheart Foundation and receiving an OAM for his service to children, Brett Murray has spent decades helping young people rewrite their future.

In this episode, he shares powerful lessons on bullying, parenting, leadership, identity, and the behaviours that shape who we become.

This is a conversation that will challenge your thinking, whether you're a parent, business owner, leader, or simply someone wanting to better understand people.

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In this episode of The Connect Podcast, Antoinette Khalil shares what it's really like working in family law, the emotional realities clients face, and the resilience it takes to guide families through some of life's most difficult moments.

We also dive into building a successful law firm, leading with empathy, and the lessons she's learned throughout her career.

🎙️ Watch the full episode now on YouTube, Spotify, and Facebook.

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She chased Olympic dreams, lived through pressure most people never see, rebuilt her identity after sport, and found purpose in helping local families.

This week on The Connect Podcast, we sat down with Sarah Ryan, former Olympic swimmer and CEO of Kids of Macarthur.

From elite performance and leadership to the emotional stories behind local children’s healthcare, this episode goes beyond medals.

It is about resilience, community, and using your journey to create impact where it matters most.

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Meet Nicholas Remondos, also known as the Content King.

A content strategist and creative director, Nicholas has worked behind the scenes with Jamie Zhu and some of Australia’s biggest online creators, helping turn ideas into content that captures serious attention.

But this conversation goes beyond views, hooks and viral videos. It gets into personal branding, authenticity, content strategy, and why being known for something can become one of the biggest advantages in business.

If you care about content, business, and learning how to stand out online without losing who you are, this is one to watch.

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He built businesses, bought businesses, lost confidence, found purpose, and kept going.

This week on The Connect Podcast, we sit down with Phillip Raish from Gato’s Pastizzi, a business owner with a story that goes far beyond food.

From spotting opportunities in problems to learning when to step back and trust the team, this episode is full of lessons every business owner can take something from.

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Meet Alex Hezari, Director of Taylor Nicholas Hills District.

With over 20 years in real estate and a strong background in commercial, industrial, and retail property, Alex has built a career around more than just deals. He is known for honest advice, strong negotiation, community involvement, and leading with values.

But this conversation goes beyond property and business. It gets into leadership, pressure, team culture, faith, family, and the moments that shape how you show up for people.

If you care about business, people, and building something with integrity, this is one to watch.

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Dan and Brad are two of the driving forces behind Connect Macarthur, a platform built to bring local business owners, professionals, and entrepreneurs together through real connection, collaboration, and community.

But this conversation goes beyond networking events and business growth. It gets into what Connect Macarthur has really become, how genuine relationships create real opportunity, and why community engagement has been such a big part of its impact.

If you care about business, connection, and building something bigger than yourself, this is one to watch.

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Meet Eric Collins, a business strategist helping established businesses go from good to great.

With over a decade of experience working with some of Australia’s most ambitious business owners, Eric brings sharp insight on growth, leadership, structure, and building a better business without losing your life in the process.

If you’re serious about scaling smarter, this episode is one to watch

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James Russell, founder of TradieVA, joins us for a conversation about what really needs to change for tradies to grow without carrying everything on their own.

This episode is not just about hiring help. It’s about the pressure behind business growth, the habits that keep owners stuck in the day to day, and the mindset shift needed to build something that actually gives you freedom.

If the business still depends on you for everything, this episode could change the way you think about growth.

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