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 Chutter, 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 Isaiah: 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  

This episode we're joined by co-founder and CEO of PROJECT ROCKIT, Rosie Thomas. Rosie shared with us the story of how she and her sister took the idea of combating bullying in schools and created PROJECT ROCKIT, an anti-bullying program with a new approach for young people, by young people. We also discussed the initial barriers Rosie faced in the early days, the current challenges young people are facing online, as well as how they're working with social media companies to make them more resistant to online bullying and harassment. Follow us on Instagram @lets_talk_pod and Rosie on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosiethomas1/ For more info on Rosie: https://www.saxton.com.au/speakers/rosie-thomas

Joining us this ep is social entrepreneur & environmental corporate adviser Natalie Kyriacou. Natalie discussed with us a myriad of topics around her work in conservation, from her unexpected start as the developer of an educational conservation mobile app for kids to how she transitioned to advising some of Australia's biggest companies on environmental and social issues. Natalie also shared with us her take on how climate change and conservation issues are being addressed in Australia and the world right now, and spelled out some great tangible benefits in the case for corporations taking a leading role in environmental issues. Follow us on Instagram @lets_talk_pod and Natalie @nat_kyriacou  For more info on Natalie: https://www.saxton.com.au/speakers/natalie-kyriacou

This episode we're joined by transition specialist JoAnna Ferrari. This ep JoAnna shares insights into her gender transition and how those insights can be applied to all types of transitions. We chat about the loss of professional credibility that JoAnna experienced when she began her transition, about how fear and goals aren't positive or negative but actually both neutral, and how fear holds all the secrets to success. JoAnna also shares with us her theory about how you not only have to be brave, but be actually ‘brave-brave' in the face of transition and change. Follow us on Instagram @lets_talk_pod and JoAnna at https://www.linkedin.com/in/jjferrari48/  For more info on JoAnna: https://www.saxton.com.au/speakers/jo-anna-ferrari

Hunter Johnson is the founder of The Man Cave and Stuff - two purpose driven businesses that aim at tackling the biggest issues facing masculinity in the modern world. This ep Hunter opens the conversation with an incredible story you won't want to miss. He also fills us in on his experience of idolising the “typical aussie bloke” in high school and how that led him to found The Man Cave. Hunter also chats about his newest venture Stuff, a male personal care brand that is paving a new way for brands to interact with our ideas about masculinity. Follow us on Instagram @lets_talk_pod and Hunter @hunterj  For more info on Hunter: https://www.saxton.com.au/speakers/hunter-johnson

Joining us this ep is the gold medal winning martial artist and  courage creator, Nadine Champion. Nadine shares some great stories like how she took to martial arts at a young age, and how her famous mentor and sensei, Benny ‘The Jet' Urquidez became such a critical figure in her life. This episode is packed with fantastic insights about courage and how to cultivate it. Nadine takes us through her famous 10 Seconds of Courage framework and how her understanding of resilience has evolved throughout her life. Follow us on Instagram @lets_talk_pod and Nadine @nadinechampion_  For more info on Nadine: https://www.saxton.com.au/speakers/nadine-champion

Philipp Kristian is a global innovation and trust pioneer and author of two books, RESET and The Trust Economy. In this episode Philipp shares insights into how emerging technologies can be used to build Trust with people all over the world and unpacks how disruption usually comes from a build up of distrust in an industry. He also provides instructions for individuals can transform themselves to better adjust to the changing world. Philipp also shares with us how he originally became interested in Trust and some of the exciting innovation developing out of Singapore. Follow @lets_talk_pod and Philipp on LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3imJHwQ  For more info on Philipp: https://www.saxton.com.au/speakers/philipp-kristian

Julie Hirsch is the co-founder and COO of Eloments Natural Vitamin Tea, a world-first 100% natural vitamin tea. This episode Julie shares with us the story of how she and her co-founder found the inspiration to leap before looking into the Tea market as well as their mission to create a tea that was good for our bodies, and good for the world too. Julie also shares some wisdom around innovation and entrepreneurship, like how we should normalise failure and create products that people can't believe don't already exist. Follow @lets_talk_pod, @j_ahirsch and @elomentstea on Instagram. For more info on Julie: https://www.saxton.com.au/speakers/julie-hirsch

Curtis McGrath is a former combat engineer and champion paralympic canoeist. In this episode, Curtis shares with us the story of losing both his legs to an IED in 2012 while on tour in Afghanistan and the journey to turning that tragedy into triumph, going on to win a gold medal at the 2016 Rio Paralympics. Curtis also gives us insight into his preparations for the Tokyo games, how COVID has affected his training, as well as a glimpse into what the future might hold for him. Follow @let_talk_pod & @curtmcgrath on Instagram For more info on Curtis: https://www.saxton.com.au/speakers/curtis-mc-grath

Meggie Palmer is a journalist and the founder of PepTalkHer, an app that helps it's users negotiate for better pay, with the aim of closing the gender pay gap. On this ep Meggie shares the stories and experiences that inspired her to start PepTalkHer and some of the current challenges posed in closing the gender pay gap. She also unpacked imposter syndrome and some strategies for overcoming it. Follow @lets_talk_pod & @meggiepalmer on Instagram. For more info on Meggie: https://www.saxton.com.au/speakers/meggie-palmer

Troy McCann is an engineer and entrepreneur who founded Moonshot, a company that fosters the growth of space technology startups and strives to drive humanity towards a better future by integrating of space technology into our economy here on Earth. This ep Troy shares with us how he delivered a spontaneous elevator pitch to Buzz Aldrin, as well as the exciting developments on the horizon in the emerging space economy. Follow @lets_talk_pod &  @moonshotspaceco For more info on Troy: https://www.saxton.com.au/speakers/troy-mccann

Macinley Butson is an inventor and scientist who devotes herself to improving the world through STEM. Macinley was awarded Young Australian of the Year in 2018 for her work on inventing a radiation shield for the treatment of breast cancer. In this ep she shares how she managed to overcome her fear of public speaking as well as what she's working on now, on top of studying at uni, to enable less privileged students to pursue successful careers in STEM. Follow @lets_talk_pod & @macinley_butson on Instagram. For more info on Macinley: https://www.saxton.com.au/speakers/macinley-butson

Yemi Penn is an entrepreneur, mindset transformation expert and engineer who advocates for resilience, diversity and normalising conversations around trauma. In this ep Yemi shares how she made her documentary ‘Did I Choose my Trauma', as well as how her background as an engineer inspired her to engineer solutions to more personal problems in her work around mindset transformation.  Follow @lets_talk_pod & @yemi.penn on Instagram. For more info on Yemi: https://www.saxton.com.au/speakers/yemi-penn

This episode we're taking the chance to reflect on some of our favourite moments from our first ever season of Let's Talk - featuring guests like Layne Beachley, Matt Jones, Nasir Sobhani, Cosentino, and Dr Catherine Ball, sharing their insights on everything from resilience and trust to the power of service and life after COVID-19.    Follow @lets_talk_pod to find all our episodes from Season 1 and make sure you're subscribed for your next episode drop of Season 2.

Please be aware that this episode discusses suicidal ideation which may be distressing for some people. If this topic brings up any concerns or distress for you please skip this episode and join us again next week. If you'd like to seek support or advice, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 Yasmin London is an expert in Cyber Safety and Digital Wellbeing, a former member of the New South Wales Police Force and viral video star. In this episode Yasmin shares an emotional story from her time at the New South Wales Police Force that inspired her work in cyber safety leading her to establish ySafe, Australia's largest provider of cyber safety education. Yasmin and Fraser discuss strategies to maintain your digital wellbeing and how she manages to stay on top of the trends and spaces online. Follow @lets_talk_pod & Yasmin on Instagram at @ysafe and @_yaslondon_ For more info on Yasmin: https://www.saxton.com.au/speakers/yasmin-london

This episode Fraser is joined by innovator, educator, leadership and change expert Richard Gerver all the way from London. Richard is one of the most inspirational leaders in the world who gained global acclaim for his role as Headmaster of the failing Grange Primary School in the UK where he transformed the school into one of the best learning environments in the world. Now Richard is a trusted advisor to governments and major corporations on change management, innovation and leadership. A born storyteller you are sure to be charmed by Richard and he shares the ins and out of his career journey. Follow @lets_talk_pod on Instagram and Follow Richard on Twitter @richardgerver.  For more info about Richard: https://www.saxton.com.au/speakers/Richard-Gerver

This week's iconic guest is World Champion Aerial Skier Jacqui Cooper. With 5 world titles, 39 world cup medals & 3 major World Championship Medals under her belt over a 20 year career Jacqui is indisputably the most successful athlete in the history of the sport. In this episode Jacqui shares with Fraser the mindset tools she used to achieve success and overcome many traumatic injuries along the way.  Follow @lets_talk_pod & @jacquicooperski on instagram.  For more info about Jacqui: https://www.saxton.com.au/speakers/jacqui-cooper

This ep we chatted with Nutritionist & Media Dietitian Joel Feren. Joel works in a myriad of areas from nutrition marketing, recipe development, consulting in aged care & sports, and presenting about nutrition in the workplace. Joel shared with us a ton of great practical tips about food including his personal food philosophy and chatted with us about his takes on current health trends.  Follow @lets_talk_pod & @the_nutritionguy on instagram.  For more info about Joel: https://www.saxton.com.au/speakers/joel-feren

This ep we chatted to the amazing Cosentino, Australia's premier illusionist & escapologist. Cos told us the story of how his first job as a magician on a cruise ship didn't go according to plan (which he's still confused about to this day). Cos also gave us insight into what it was like to be a trailblazer and pave the way for aspiring magicians in Australia and why his emotional connection to the audience is his secret weapon. Follow us on Instagram @lets_talk_pod & follow @thecosentino  Learn more about Cosentino: https://www.saxton.com.au/speakers/paul-cosentino

This ep we chatted to Nasir Sobhani, otherwise known as ‘The Streets' Barber.' Nasir has earned this title by offering free haircuts to homeless people in cities around the world. In this chat Nasir shares the story of the first time he cut hair for a homeless man and the profound impact this act of service had on his life. He also explains the power he's discovered in finding his true purpose as well as his philosophy on meaningful conversation. Follow us on instagram @lets_talk_pod & follow @thestreetsbarber Learn more about Nasir: https://www.saxton.com.au/speakers/nasir-sobhani

This ep we chatted to Leadership Strategist & Personal Mastery Expert Shadé Zahrai. Shadé is a Harvard trained coach whose superpower is turning complex neuroscience into actionable strategies. This episode is packed with practical tips for shifting your mindset during challenging times including identifying your inner critic, getting comfortable with asking for help & ultimately redefining happiness. These simple habits are guaranteed to help you adjust for the New Normal. Follow us on instagram @lets_talk_pod & follow @shadezahrai Learn more about Shadé: https://www.saxton.com.au/speakers/shade-zahrai

This ep we talked with former elite AFL player and women's sport advocate & organiser Chyloe Kurdas. Chyloe shared her experience of growing up as a gifted young athlete in Victoria and the obstacles that inspired her to build towards the launch of the AFLW which led to her taking on the role of AFL Victoria's Female Football Development Manager. Chyloe also shared insight into her current work as the National Female Participation Manager for Golf Australia. This episode is full of gems on living with purpose, driving institutional change and the positive impact of diversity.  Follow us on Instagram @lets_talk_pod & follow @chyloe Learn more about Chyloe: https://www.saxton.com.au/speakers/chyloe-kurdas 

This episode we chatted with Founder & CEO of SolarBuddy, Simon Doble. We talked with Simon about the work of SolarBuddy, a charity on a mission to eradicate energy poverty by providing solar powered lights to 6 million children by 2030. Simon shares what inspired this mission, the power of education in lifting communities out of poverty, the sustainable development goals and what is next for SolarBuddy.  Follow us on Instagram @lets_talk_pod & follow @simon_doble @solar_buddy Learn more about Simon: https://www.saxton.com.au/speakers/simon-doble

This ep we chatted with Scientific Futurist & rebel Dr Catherine Ball. Catherine is a global expert on emerging technologies. In this episode we discussed what post-COVID future of work looks like as well as the exciting developments in drone technology right here in Australia. Catherine also unpacked the importance of data literacy, our digital footprints and the importance of knowing who owns and has access to our data. Follow us on instagram @lets_talk_pod & follow @drcatherineball Learn more about Cath: https://www.saxton.com.au/speakers/catherine-ball

This ep we chatted to artist, survivor and inspirational Speaker Gill Hicks. Gill is considered to be one of the most thought provoking, powerful and life affirming speakers in the world. In this chat Gill reflected on her experience as a survivor of the 2005 London terrorist attack and how the event and her injuries impacted the way she sees the world. Gill also shared her hopes for how the world will emerge from the pandemic & how the immense resilience that she found lies deep within us all.  Follow us on Instagram @lets_talk_pod & follow @gillismad. Learn more about Gill: https://www.saxton.com.au/speakers/gill-hicks

This ep we talked to explorer, author and filmmaker Tim Cope. We chatted about Tim's epic adventures in remote locations all over the world, and the unique lessons he learnt from immersing himself in ancient cultures. Tim shares some of his favourite learnings from his 10,000km journey across the Great Eurasian Steppe that have carried into his life in Melbourne; from the value of solitude to the importance of making connections with those different to yourself. Tim also reflects on how Tigon,his dog and best friend on the journey came into his life. Follow us on Instagram @lets_talk_pod and follow @timcopeofficial. Learn more about Tim: https://www.saxton.com.au/speakers/tim-cope 

This ep we chatted with game changing entrepreneur and founder of Collective Hub, Lisa Messenger. We discussed Lisa's unique approach to entrepreneurship, her journey in the print and digital magazine space, the lessons she learned from the likes of Richard Branson, and how she was well ahead of the curve when it came to remote workforces. Lisa's energy is infectious and she also shares some practical tips for life in the age of a digital workforce. Follow us on Instagram @lets_talk_pod and follow @lisamessenger. Learn more about Lisa: https://www.saxton.com.au/speakers/lisa-messenger   

This ep we chat with engineer, social entrepreneur and leader of diversity in STEM, Felicity Furey. We chatted about her experiences in the male-dominated field of engineering, her two organisations ‘Power of Engineering' & ‘Machinam' that focus on working in schools to encourage students to pursue engineering and also what the future holds for diversity in STEM and engineering. Follow us on Instagram @lets_talk_pod and follow @felicityfurey.  Learn more about Felicity: https://www.saxton.com.au/speakers/felicity-furey

This ep we chatted with the boys from Brisbane, Nic Marchesi & Lucas Patchett. Together they founded Orange Sky Laundry, a world-first mobile service that provides the homeless communities all over the world with a place to do their laundry, take a shower & connect with volunteers. They shared with us the stories that have impacted them most, what's in the future for Orange Sky and how the conversations that their volunteers have with the people doing their laundry, is the most powerful thing that their service provides. Follow us on Instagram @lets_talk_pod and follow @orangeskyau. Learn more about Orange Sky Laundry: https://www.saxton.com.au/speakers/orange-sky-laundry  

Samantha Gash is an endurance athlete, social impact champion and inspirational Speaker. We chatted with her about her journey from being the last picked for sports at school to become an ultra-marathon runner that ran 3,253km across India in 2016. Sam uses running as a vehicle for social change through advocacy; peer to peer fundraising and integrated digital campaigns and has raised over 1.4 million dollars through her efforts. In this episode Sam shares the story of how she co-founded Relief Run earlier this year, a virtual run which went on to raise over $1.1 million for the Australian Red Cross Bushfire Appeal. Follow us on Instagram @lets_talk_pod and follow @samanthagash. Learn more about Sam: https://www.saxton.com.au/speakers/samantha-gash

This ep we're joined by prolific Australian film & commercial director Lee Rogers. Lee has had an incredibly diverse career that has taken him from being a male model and tradie to filmmaker creating some of Australia's most beloved music videos. He also wrote, directed and starred in the first digital movie shot in Australia. Lee shared some of the lessons he has learned along the way around breaking into the film industry and how school might not be as important as one might think. And he treated us to an epic love story.  Follow us on Instagram @lets_talk_pod to stay up to date, and follow @leerogers12. Learn more about Lee: https://www.saxton.com.au/speakers/lee-rogers

Kate Ceberano is a living legend and national treasure. We had an open chat about her journey to become the 4-time ARIA award-winning artist that she is today. Kate is a passionate advocate for creative communities and she shares her frank thoughts on the changes and challenges that the Arts industry faces in 2020 and how essential it is that we define our worth in these challenging times. Follow us on Instagram @lets_talk_pod to stay up to date, and follow @therealkateceberano.  Learn more about Kate: https://www.saxton.com.au/speakers/kate-ceberano

This episode we chatted with Dr Kirstin Ferguson, a business leader, company director, award-winning leadership expert and author, who also created the viral #CelebratingWomen campaign in 2017. We talked about how & why she created a global twitter campaign to celebrate women every day as well as her work in the Leadership space and what characteristics make up a modern leader. Follow us on Instagram at @lets_talk_pod to stay up to date, and follow @kirstinferguson. Learn more about Kirstin: https://www.saxton.com.au/speakers/kirstin-ferguson

It's not everyday you get to talk about snot but that's just what we did with Dr Vanessa Pirotta. We talked about her groundbreaking work in collecting biological data from whales, the environmental application of drones, her passion for science and the importance of science communication in inspiring today's kids to get excited about the field. Follow us on Instagram at @lets_talk_pod to stay up to date, and follow @drvanessapirotta. Learn more about Vanessa: https://www.saxton.com.au/speakers/vanessa-pirotta

In this ep we got to chat to psychologist & social commentator Sabina Read. We chat about the age old question of nature vs nurture, the importance of trusting your gut and how we should ask ourselves what we want to feel, rather than do, when it comes to our careers.  Follow us on Instagram at @lets_talk_pod to stay up to date, and follow @sabinaread Learn more about Sabina: https://www.saxton.com.au/speakers/sabina-read

If you're looking to take your brand to the next level then this is the episode you've been waiting for.  In this chat with Matt Jones, the man behind the brand and co-founder of Four Pillars Gin (the recently crowned best gin in the world), we unpack how to build a brand by telling great stories, how back those up with unforgettable experiences and how this combination leads to greater trust with your customers.    Follow us on Instagram at @lets_talk_pod to stay up to date, and follow @fourpillarsgin  Learn more about Matt: https://www.saxton.com.au/speakers/matt-jones

This ep we got to sit down with entrepreneur and RedBalloon founder Naomi Simson. We chatted about some of the leadership challenges she faced early in her career, her childhood aspirations, how businesses must respond to the modern consumer and just a whole bunch of great points for anyone thinking about their customers.Follow us on instagram at @lets_talk_pod to stay up to date, and follow Naomi at @naomisimson. Learn more about Naomi: https://www.saxton.com.au/speakers/naomi-simson

This episode we're chatting to Aussie Surfing Legend Layne Beachley. With Layne we cover how success doesn't always come with being a nice person, how she struggled for that success in a male dominated industry and how her body was riddled with injuries after performing at such a high level for so long. Follow us on instagram at @lets_talk_pod to stay tuned, follow Layne at @laynebeachley. Hope you enjoy the episode! Learn more about Layne: https://www.saxton.com.au/speakers/layne-beachley

Let's Talk is a podcast where we sit down with the global thought leaders and change makers, they tell us a story and then we see what happens. Ahead of our first ep landing this Wednesday our host, Fraser Orford, is joined by his producer Farah Parkinson to discuss Let's Talk and the incredible lineup of guests they've tricked into joining them for their first season.  So subscribe now, and join us on February 5 for our first episode with Aussie surfing legend Layne Beachley. Be sure to follow us on the socials at @lets_talk_pod.