The C-Word Podcast

It's episode 100 of The C-Word!! Centenary, centennial, century, connection, creativity, confidence, communication, community, cheek, celebration, chat, Carla, Cal, Cassie (and some we can't mention)…all the good C's for episode 100!  We couldn't think of anyone better than journalist, producer, media personality (former TCW guest) and good friend Cassie Silver to host it with us - and geez you are in for a treat! Re-telling The C-Word story, witnessing Cassie's greatest moments, unplanned & memorable moments, popping cherries, Robbie Figg, carpool caraoke, annoying traits, best traits, funny moments, Ted & Bill and Radio Freo, favourite & popular episodes, guest wish list (we're still waiting Greg Hire) and finally…what's next?! It's been a pleasure ‘servicing' the Perth health & wellness community (Cassie's words LOL). Bang bang, we're out for the year! THANK YOU EVERYONE.Thanks for listening to The C-Word Podcast. You can find us on Instagram @thecword_podcast If you'd like to sponsor the podcast, reach out to us on Instagram or thecwordpod@gmail.com 

In episode 99 of The C-Word, we chat with Felicity Rideout of Therapeutic Equine Experience. As a child, Felicity was known by her peers as a ‘horsey' girl, and now in her late 30's and a mum to three young kids not much has changed! A lifelong horse lover, Felicity has turned her childhood passion into her profession. After completing her psychology degree and working with at-risk youth, Felicity started Therapeutic Equine Experience so that she could share with others the joy and meaning that comes from being with horses. In addition to seeing regular clients, Felicity is thrilled to announce the commencement of Equine Assisted Wellbeing Practitioner training in May next year when she will share her knowledge, experience and wisdom to enable others to make a difference too! This episode is sponsored by Therapeutic Equine Experience.Thanks for listening to The C-Word Podcast. You can find us on Instagram @thecword_podcast If you'd like to sponsor the podcast, reach out to us on Instagram or thecwordpod@gmail.com 

In episode 98 of The C-Word, we chat with Jamie Lee Spencer of Little Smiles. Jamie Lee didn't realise just how important someone's smile was until she started working as an Oral Health Therapist. Little Smiles is her baby, her mission, her call to life – Oral Health and changing people's perception of dentistry, and the role it plays so importantly for our general health from the moment we are born. Little Smiles is removing the barriers to children's oral health together. Childhood dental trauma leads to a lifetime of painful dentistry visits and this adult fear can be unconsciously passed on to our children. Little Smiles is turning this around. They've done the research, and the barrier is getting children to the dentist… so they come to you, providing the service your child needs in an environment where you and your child feel safe. Over the past 10 years, she's seen how the gift of good, healthy teeth can give someone a new lease on life She says, “Smiling brings us together, it gives us our sense of connection. It's how we express ourselves, how we show our happiness to the world.” This episode is sponsored by Little Smiles. Thanks for listening to The C-Word Podcast. You can find us on Instagram @thecword_podcast If you'd like to sponsor the podcast, reach out to us on Instagram or thecwordpod@gmail.com 

In episode 97 of The C-Word, we chat with Amy Coleman and Remmy Roberts, two local ladies who teamed up to create Perth's first co-work and wellness club. Their friendship begins within the workplace, having experienced being co-workers at a creative agency where a bond was formed with a collective passion for everyday wellness and innovative business. Having both experienced isolation from working alone, while freelancing and starting a business, they developed a genuine interest in creating a foundation that facilitates social connection and everyday wellness for today's flexible worker. Amy Coleman has a background in Marketing and Psychology along with trained in Pilates. Remmy Roberts has been in the wellness industry for a decade, where she has completed training in Fitness, Health Science, Nutrition and Western Herbal Medicine and in 2019 opened her first yoga and mindfulness studio. Vitality House is a Co-work & Wellness destination hub that brings work and life into balance. This episode is sponsored by Chris Wilson PT. Thanks for listening to The C-Word Podcast. You can find us on Instagram @thecword_podcast If you'd like to sponsor the podcast, reach out to us on Instagram or thecwordpod@gmail.com 

In episode 96 of The C-Word, we chat with Dr Martin Anda, the Chair of Environmental Engineering at Murdoch University. He is deep inside the energy, water and waste transitions towards a Circular Economy. He chairs the Environmental Engineering program, teaches across a range of the associated undergraduate units, sets up industry-focussed research/design projects for the final year students, arranges their internships, and assisst their recruitment into workplaces. He also manages the research group EELS (Environmental Engineering & Life Systems) and in consulting he conducts water, energy and waste audits, behavioural change programs, housing and infrastructure design, renewable energy developments, commissioning, evaluation and communications strategies and the business development to procure these projects. His specialties include strategic technology selection development & evaluation, energy-water-waste audits, renewable energy, behavioural change programs, education & training for sustainability. This episode is sponsored by Everest Private Wealth .Thanks for listening to The C-Word Podcast. You can find us on Instagram @thecword_podcast If you'd like to sponsor the podcast, reach out to us on Instagram or thecwordpod@gmail.com 

In episode 95 of The C-Word we sat down with Robbie Figg, the General Manager at Happiness Co and a facilitator with one the most interesting CV's in the country. Having worked in teambuilding and culture for over 7 years, the three E's approach of engagement, environment and education has seen Happiness Co work with the largest organisations in Australia and the world. Making mental health enjoyable is no easy task, but it is Robbie's objective every time he steps in front of a group. His 2019 concept, the Employee Happiness Program, is the recipient of the Wellness Initiative of the Year for 2 years running and he is passionate about ensuring individuals leave our workshop interactions feeling empowered and enthusiastic about their workplace happiness. Fun facts; Robbie is also a regular on the MC circuit, works on the radio and hosts events around the world with some crowds in excess of 25,000 people! This episode is sponsored by Everest Private Wealth Thanks for listening to The C-Word Podcast. You can find us on Instagram @thecword_podcast If you'd like to sponsor the podcast, reach out to us on Instagram or thecwordpod@gmail.com 

In episode 94 of The C-Word, we chat with the two main faces behind MODE Healthcare. Dr Matty Moore MD, is a registered Specialist GP who follows chronic disease management guidelines, as you would expect. He takes into careful consideration the treatments that you have received and enjoys working closely with your medical and support team - That's what he does best. Dr Matty has helped thousands of patients find relief with plant-based therapies and is considered a leader in the space all across Australia. Jordan Gian is the CEO and Co-founder of Mode Healthcare, a refreshing new organisation dedicated to the transformation of wellbeing through the use of previously unavailable medications and treatments. Jordan's experience spans over twelve years of business innovation and design. His unique style is contrasted by creative thinking and a straight-shooting mindset and demeanour. The past decade has seen Jordan found and scale innovation consultancies, design and development multiple businesses and advise to ASX listed companies. He is also the Entrepreneur In Residence and Director of Innovation in Research at Victoria University. He has strong ties to his homeland which lies along the coast of South-Western Australia where he spends his time when away from his home in Melbourne. This episode is sponsored by Everest Private Wealth and CM Poke. Thanks for listening to The C-Word Podcast. You can find us on Instagram @thecword_podcast If you'd like to sponsor the podcast, reach out to us on Instagram or thecwordpod@gmail.com

In episode 93 of The C-Word, we chat with Scott Bridger, Executive Chef/Part Owner of Bib & Tucker, Pogo and Goody Twos. His love for food began at an early age, watching and helping his mother bake. Completing a chef's apprenticeship and venturing to London at twenty-one, Scott spent the next decade crisscrossing the globe, from Japan to the Middle East, around Europe and to the Caribbean. After sailing around the world on a private yacht working for a prominent Mexican family, Scott returned with his wife to Perth to settle down and start a family. Across all his venues Scott's menus offer a consistent food philosophy – keep it simple and create fun and flavoursome food with no compromise on quality or presentation. Scott believes in using sustainable fresh produce and locally sourced foods and strives to build and maintain relationships with many local suppliers and farmers. His commitment to his work, team and quality produce, plus his down to earth attitude have made him a popular guest chef and presenter at many foodie events and winner of various awards. This episode is sponsored by Everest Private Wealth.Thanks for listening to The C-Word Podcast. You can find us on Instagram @thecword_podcast If you'd like to sponsor the podcast, reach out to us on Instagram or thecwordpod@gmail.com 

In episode 92 of The C-Word, Carla and Cal sit down to talk about the change of season and what that looks like when it comes to exercise, nutrition and holistic wellbeing. Getting over the fear of the F word #FLU be it the general flew or the ‘rona, why it's so important to know your own body when making decisions around movement and rest, keeping up the basics all year round to boost immunity and loading up on the foods that are designed to keep you warm and well over winter. This episode is sponsored by Brightside Coffee and Everest Private Wealth.Thanks for listening to The C-Word Podcast. You can find us on Instagram @thecword_podcast If you'd like to sponsor the podcast, reach out to us on Instagram or thecwordpod@gmail.com 

In episode 91 of The C-Word we chat with Verity Simmons (or Vez as she's best known), a country kid turned Pro Netball Player from Grafton, Northern NSW. She grew up on a farm with a big loving family. She's played netball or ‘netty' as she refers to it since she was 5 years old but thrived in all sports as she couldn't get enough of it! At 15 she moved out of home to chase the netty dream on to be diagnosed two years later at age 17 with type one diabetes. She didn't let that stop her though and only two years after that she achieved her dream of becoming a professional netball player!Thanks for listening to The C-Word Podcast. You can find us on Instagram @thecword_podcast If you'd like to sponsor the podcast, reach out to us on Instagram or thecwordpod@gmail.com 

Episode 90:  Artist and Sculptor - Noah Birch In episode 90 of The C-Word we chat with Noah Birch, a sculptor with a background in Industrial Design, commercial carpentry and photography. He has been both a Site Manager and an exhibiting artist at Sculptures by the Sea in Bondi and Cottesloe. His current practice works are primarily created by combining cut metal forms to create a work complete in itself, demonstrating dynamic internal relationships often emphasised by the addition of colour. He has participated in numerous group shows and his works can be found at Stala Contemporary (in Perth) and numerous private collections in Hong Kong, Japan and Australia.Thanks for listening to The C-Word Podcast. You can find us on Instagram @thecword_podcast If you'd like to sponsor the podcast, reach out to us on Instagram or thecwordpod@gmail.com 

In episode 89 of The C-Word we chat with Carmen Braidwood, a media professional with two decades' experience in commercial radio and television. She's worked as a presenter, producer, and newsreader for most of the country's major media companies.  Her appearances as a contributor include Nine News, The Today Show, The Project and Today Tonight.  Carmen's also in demand as a corporate Media Trainer and Confidence on Camera Coach.  Her programs and workshops help businesses, professionals and expert speakers trade awkward, unprofessional moments on camera for the polish of a broadcast professional. Perth radio listeners will know Carmen from her regular appearances on 6IX, a stint hosting 6PR's Weekend Breakfast, and a run of seven years hosting 96fm's much-loved Breakfast Show.  Carmen's also a proud poodle mum, an equally proud step-mum and considers herself an unofficial ambassador for her much-loved home state of Western Australia. This episode is sponsored by Filament Coffee. Thanks for listening to The C-Word Podcast. You can find us on Instagram @thecword_podcast.  If you'd like to sponsor the podcast, reach out to us on Instagram or thecwordpod@gmail.com 

In episode 88 of The C-Word we chat with Zac Jefcoate, an Exercise Physiologist who has been an integral part of the profession in WA for the past 13 years.  With humble beginnings in Geraldton, it's there he started up two clinics in 2008.  Since this time, he has had the opportunity to positively impact clients lives through exercise/movement, with a goal of improving the quality of life for all his clients.  Zac's role as Regional Manager for OccHealth in WA, sees him lead a team of passionate and outside the box thinking, Exercise Physiologists who work with clients recovering from psychological and physical injuries at work, through to clients with disabilities and everything in between.  Zac has had the pleasure of writing articles for Men's Fitness/Men's Health and has published a number of online articles in the health/wellbeing space and has previously had a regular spot, on ABC radio.  His passion for improving the Exercise Physiology profession and providing holistic and wellness focussed programs for clients and employers alike is at the core of the work he does with the team at OccHealth.  This episode is sponsored by Perth Corporate Rumble.Thanks for listening to The C-Word Podcast. You can find us on Instagram @thecword_podcast.  If you'd like to sponsor the podcast, reach out to us on Instagram or thecwordpod@gmail.com 

In episode 87 of The C-Word we chat with Claire O'Loughlin, an everyday ocean lover and biologist that, after years of questioning quality and sizing in swimwear, decided someone needed to do better. After research into fashion systems, she discovered stunning recycled fabrics, issues with microplastic pollution and even modern slavery associated with our clothing choices and realised she might be that someone. Claire created Ocean Remedy, with an aim to provide truly sustainable swimwear for ocean lovers, made by happy hands, with a great fit, designed & built to last from sustainable materials, whilst educating folks along the way about their best clothing choices. Ocean Remedy has created the world's first minimal, almost zero, waste legging, that can take you from gym to beach clean-up. Claire believes there are enormous opportunities to choose and do fashion better. This episode is sponsored by. This episode is sponsored by SORA Active and Perth Corporate Rumble.Thanks for listening to The C-Word Podcast. You can find us on Instagram @thecword_podcast If you'd like to sponsor the podcast, reach out to us on Instagram or thecwordpod@gmail.com 

In episode 86 of The C-Word, Carla and Cal present…themselves! La la la… Yep, it's the Christmas edition and final episode of 2022 - ‘Cal' bells and all! Your two favourite C's reflect back on 2021 and what it's meant, and looked like personally, professionally, individually and C-Word collectively, before wrapping up the chat with a merry ‘what's in store for next year' Christmas bow. Does this mean #thecword is back in 2022? You'll have to listen in to find out. A big THANK YOU to all the guests, sponsors and YOU - the listeners! We ‘C' you and we appreciate you. Have a safe and happy holiday season. This episode is sponsor by WPN Wear.   Thanks for listening to The C-Word Podcast. You can find us on Instagram @thecword_podcast If you'd like to sponsor the podcast, reach out to us on Instagram or thecwordpod@gmail.com

In episode 85 of The C-Word we chat with Kate Gibson, the owner and founder of award-winning hiking company, The Hike Collective, a Perth-based hiking company bridging the gap between an urbanised life and the greatest adventure. Since The Hike Collective began in 2016, Kate has welcomed over 10,000 locals and tourists and hosted over 700 hiking experiences on the trails of Perth, and created an opportunity for people to find movement and connection in nature, to improve mental and physical wellbeing, while feeling safe and welcomed. The authentic progression of The Hike Collective has seen some incredible growth and industry recognition, and in 2021, Kate and her team took home Gold in the WA Tourism Awards for the best tour and transport operators. Kate and the story of The Hike Collective has been highlighted through print and media such as the Urban List, So Perth, Today Tonight, Destination WA, the Sunday Times, and the Australian, where Kate has been able to spread the importance of using hiking as a pathway to mental wellbeing. When she is not on the trails, she is creating adventures with her 3-year-old son, Finley, and hubby Andy. This episode is sponsor by WPN Wear.   Thanks for listening to The C-Word Podcast. You can find us on Instagram @thecword_podcast If you'd like to sponsor the podcast, reach out to us on Instagram or thecwordpod@gmail.com 

In episode 84 of The C-Word we chat with Dr Adeel Munshi, a Traditional Chinese Medicine Doctor practicing in acupuncture, cupping and bowen therapies. He is all about helping people with modern day problems get their lives back using ancient methods. He specialises in women's health, fertility, mental health, skin, sleep, musculoskeletal medicine; facial rejuvenation and treating chronic pain, stress & anxiety. Having gone through the fertility journey with his wife and fellow The Modern Dr co-owner, founder and practitioner, Dr Fatima Vindhani and failing after their 1st round of IVF, they spent a lot of time researching to make their dream come true. All research led them to Traditional Chinese Acupuncture & Cupping. After having undergone both therapies for several months, they attempted IVF again and were successful. From this success story, he now hold a BSc degree in Acupuncture after studying Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) at the prestigious Northern College of Acupuncture in York, England and can help others in similar situations. He says, “In Western medicine, we look at unwanted symptoms while treatment is typically focussed on eliminating those unwanted symptoms. In TCM, we take this further and uncover the root cause of these symptoms.” This episode is sponsor by WPN Wear. Thanks for listening to The C-Word Podcast. You can find us on Instagram @thecword_podcast   If you'd like to sponsor the podcast, reach out to us on Instagram or thecwordpod@gmail.com 

In episode 83 of The C-Word we chat with Ash & Jon, the husband and wife duo behind Hidden Cabins. It's a new kind of escape you will find then nestled in secret, picturesque locations within a 3-hour drive of the Perth CBD. Think total seclusion, fresh air, starry night skies mixed with the creature comforts of our beautifully designed off-grid cabin. Perfect for a weekend getaway or that midweek mental health break. It's about disappearing to your own tiny cabin in the wilderness – just you, the company you choose and the great outdoors. Launched at the end of July this year with the first cabin Florence, owners Ash & Jon met 12 years ago in Melbourne working for Colgate-Palmolive, so they both have extensive corporate sales and marketing backgrounds. They spent a few years moving around for work, from Sydney to Auckland to Melbourne and decided to move back to Perth 2 and a half years ago. In that time, they completed 3 home renovations and clearly have a passion for interior design. This episode is sponsor by Veggie Mama and WPN Wear.  Thanks for listening to The C-Word Podcast. You can find us on Instagram  @thecword_podcast If you'd like to sponsor the podcast, reach out to us on Instagram or thecwordpod@gmail.com 

In episode 82 of The C-Word, we chat with Leah Bennet, a designer, dancer, creative and proud Wudjari Noongar woman with family ties to the Ravensthorpe region. Growing up, she didn't actually know she was Aboriginal and due to the times in which her grandad and ancestors were alive, it was something that wasn't really discussed. Unfortunately, that means a lot of cultural knowledge wasn't passed down and this is something she felt she missed out on. And she knows there are a lot of people in the same situation as her. Disconnected from Country or who have grown up with little cultural knowledge. So, she decided to focus her career on creating spaces that allow all people, both indigenous and non-indigenous to develop an emotional and tangible connection to culture through design. Her goal is to design interiors that are centred around culture and create a range of interior products that fits seamlessly into any contemporary space to bridge the gap in the market and give First Nations culture the appreciation and respect it deserves. This episode is sponsored by Veggie Mama and HempCann Labs. Thanks for listening to The C-Word Podcast. You can find us on Instagram @thecword_podcast If you'd like to sponsor the podcast, reach out to us on Instagram or thecwordpod@gmail.com 

In episode 81 of The C-Word we chat with Dr Tamara Hunter, a gynaecologist, a CREI certified fertility specialist, and the founder of Perth's new women's health specialist clinic - WOOM. Tamara's vision to help women throughout their reproductive years has always been supported by her own life experience. She believes that women deserve specialist healthcare that also respects them as a whole person – not just the medical service where they would be seen as a number. As a CREI-accredited fertility specialist, she has been working relentlessly to expand her knowledge. She received 2 academic prizes for her work in preterm birth and in-vitro maturation. Tamara is a mother of 2, an expert guest on Perth's Channel Nine, and passionate about helping women with educational and reliable information, in an atmosphere of trust, understanding, and compassion. This episode is sponsored by Edible Earth and HempCann Labs.  Thanks for listening to The C-Word Podcast. You can find us on Instagram @thecword_podcast If you'd like to sponsor the podcast, reach out to us on Instagram or thecwordpod@gmail.com 

In episode 80 of The C-Word we chat with Glen Austin and Nigel Groves, the two guys behind Perth Corporate Rumble and Anarchy Training Centre. Glen and Nigel have been in combats sports for the past 18 years, competing and coaching amateur and professionally in both boxing and MMA. Glen opened Anarchy Training Centre 7 years ago and Perth Corporate Rumble was brought to life in 2017. The boys love the impact it has on the boxers and the truly life changing experience it becomes for many of them, whilst making life-long friends along the way.  This episode is sponsored by Edible Earth, The Good Chat Foundation and HempCann Labs.  Thanks for listening to The C-Word Podcast. You can find us on Instagram @thecword_podcast If you'd like to sponsor the podcast, reach out to us on Instagram or thecwordpod@gmail.com 

In episode 79 of The C-Word we chat with Rohan Martin, our new producer!  Rohan first picked up the guitar around the age of 9, which sparked a snowball of his life into music. He completed a Cert IV in music whilst still living down south in Capel, but then moved to Perth in 2011 to further his study and look into more opportunities to further his music. He studied sound production for 3 years whilst playing guitar in a few bands and developing connections with other local acts. This sparked him producing a tonne of local bands who have gone on to receive rotation on Triple J and win WAM awards. After playing guitar in bands for about 5 years, he started his own band "Dear Soldier" in 2016, as both guitarist and a vocalist, which continues to be his main musical outlet to this day. He began working at The Hen House at the start of 2019 after many years of rehearsing there himself and continues to work with local acts in the never-ending battle of trying to make music "full time”. This episode is sponsored by Edible Earth, Oak Pilates, The Good Chat Foundation and HempCann Labs. Thanks for listening to The C-Word Podcast. You can find us on Instagram @thecword_podcast. If you'd like to sponsor the podcast, reach out to us on Instagram or thecwordpod@gmail.com 

In episode 78 of The C-Word we chat with Cody Haddon, a local 22 year old trained in Tae Kwon Do, Wrestling, Muay Thai, Boxing and BJJ (or Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu). He's a 3 x Australian champ in Boxing and 4 x Pan Pacs champ in BJJ.  He currently competes in the Bantamweight division and his amateur MMA record is 5-0. Cody made his pro debut in October 2020 and won via first round stoppage over a seasoned 23 fight veteran which makes his pro record 2-1.    This episode is sponsored HempCann Labs, Edible Earth, Oak Pilates, The Good Chat Foundation and Filament Coffee. 

In episode 77 of The C-Word we chat with Peter Miller, an undergraduate in Sports Science who holds a Masters degree in Sports Nutrition. With his business Condition Nutrition, he is on a mission to make combat sports nutrition simple. Tired of seeing poor and often dangerous dietary advice given to athletes by so called “fitness guru's”, Condition.Nutrition was created to provide evidence based information in order to help fighters optimally, make weight easy and achieve sustainable long-term success. This episode is sponsored Edible Earth, Oak Pilates, The Good Chat Foundation and Filament Coffee.

In episode 76 of The C-Word we chat with Luke Toki, a former contestant from Australian Survivor (2017) and Australian Survivor: Champions v Contenders (2019). In 2017, he was known for his humorous confessionals and witty personality, as well as his close bond with eventual winner Jericho Malabonga. In 2019, Luke returned as "the people's champion" on the Champions tribe. During the game's later stages, Luke became the consensus target due to his impressive resume, but a string of Individual Immunity staved off elimination. After spearheading a particularly memorable blindside of Abbey, he was unable to win immunity at the final four and was eliminated after Pia Miranda chose not to force a tie at Tribal Council. This Mining Tech, husband and father of 3 who hails from Baldivis won hearts across the nation and we've finally managed to get him in TCW studio with us today! This episode is sponsored Oak Pilates, The Good Chat Foundation, Filament Coffee and Happiness Co. 

In episode 75 of The C-Word we have the pleasure of chatting with Louise Tarrier, the CEO of Carbon Positive Australia, a not-for-profit organisation with DGR status that uses donations to revegetate degraded land and restore native habitats across Australia. Formerly trading as the Carbon Neutral Charitable Fund, they have been helping individuals and businesses understand their carbon footprint since 2001, and were one of the first organisations in Australia to offer a carbon calculator. In line with their new name and image, they launched their new Household Carbon Footprint Calculator this Winter 2021. With support from Lotterywest, they have been working with Anthologie, a Perth-based creative agency, to build and design a robust online calculator with a fantastic user experience. The calculator provides an interactive experience allowing users to calculate, understand, and offset their carbon footprint with ease. This episode is sponsored Oak Pilates, Filament Coffee and Happiness Co.

In episode 74 of The C-Word, we chat with Daisy Kermode and Lukas Grone from Coastal Clean-Up Crew.  What started off as a group of friends wanting to clean beaches has now grown to a well-known (and still growing!) group of volunteers along the Perth Coast spreading the awareness and desire for a better future. Doing their best for fortnightly clean ups in random locations around Perth, CCC cleans the beaches, collects data for organisations like Tangaroa Blue and also provide education on waste during the clean ups, helping the local population understand what is ending up in their environment. Young ordinary people making small change to conscious waste management. It was founded by Daisy Kermode, a graduate in Marine Science and Conservation and joining her on the podcast is Lukas Grone, an undergraduate in Psych with a passion for the human consciousness, he has been a part of the CCC family for over two years. This episode is sponsored by Filament Coffee and Happiness Co.

In episode 73 of The C-Word we chat with Brendan Gillam and Aaron Ellwood from Filament Coffee. These two guys met as graduate tax advisors in an accounting firm in 2009 and after five or so years of building their friendship and our careers, they both knew they wanted to do "something" outside of advisory but just weren't quite sure what. They'd heard about cold brew at a client meeting near the end of 2015 and tested a batch of pre-ground coffee that night and loved everything about it. In early 2016 they began selling their cold brew in bottles at a farmer's market and used the money they made there to buy more coffee and more equipment as they grew. Today, they're both full time in the business and supply cold brew in kegs to cafes, supermarkets and offices around Perth - as well as their brand-new product, Caskii - to wholesales customers all over Perth and online. This episode is sponsored by Happiness Co.

In episode 72 of The C-Word we chat with Dr Kemi Wright (PhD), the Co-director of Thriving in Motion, An accredited mental health first aid instructor, she also currently works as the senior exercise physiologist in the mental health service at Fremantle Hospital. Thriving in Motion is a not-for-profit charity that has been operating for the last 10 years in Perth with the mission to use exercise expertise to improve the health outcomes of kids & young people. Thriving runs education courses in addition to an afterschool program that operates 6 days a week to provide positive exercise experiences for kids and young people with complex conditions. The directors of Thriving have a passion for research and creating evidence for the use of exercise for the physiological and/or psychological benefit in special populations, with Kemi recently completing her PhD investigating the efficacy of a multi component physical literacy program from children with neurodevelopmental, emotional or, behavioural problems. This episode is sponsored by Happiness Co.

In episode 71 of The C-Word we chat with Crystal & Stone Co-founder, Dylan McIntyre. Crystal & Stone is a modern approach to a spiritual lifestyle founded around the idea that crystals make people happy and when a group of like-minded people get together to celebrate their interests, they create a community. Their aim is to bring people together in a safe space where they can enjoy crystals, good company, good laughs and good vibes. Crystal & Stone's new warehouse space includes a larger selection of crystals, incense, candles, and jewellery as well as a massive gallery of epic crystal pieces from around the world and more room for events, workshops and hobby classes. Their friendly staff, amazing stockists, phenomenal workshop leaders and beautiful community all come together to make Crystal & Stone a space for everyone to shop, learn, laugh and occasionally break out in dance! This episode is sponsored by MindBody Lounge.

In episode 70 of The C-Word we chat with Personal Trainer, Chris Wilson.  Originally from the UK and celebrating his 15th year as a PT, Chris has worked as a coach in the UK, America and Australia and extremely hard over the last 9 years to build a strong identity and brand in the Perth community. Chris has a BSc in Sports Science, has worked in professional rugby with the Wales Rugby Team and has organised and run many community events and experiences here in Perth. A proud Lululemon Ambassador, Chris coaches multiple corporate organisations, is the owner of One and Only Retreats and is opening Chris Wilson Fitness Studio in Nedlands in April 2021! This episode is sponsored by MindBody Lounge. 

In episode 69 of The C-Word we chat with self confessed snack addict, Daisy Jarvis. There's no need to ask, "Would you like a snack?", because her answer will always be a " F@#K YES". For years Daisy consumed "healthy" highly processed snacks bars, full of fillers, sugar alcohols and artificial bulls#!t. These snack bars were stripped of everything wholesome and pumped up with cheap ingredients and empty calories and served her body no benefit. Daisy saw the gap in the market, and in 2014 Sneaky Wholefoods was born, as one of the very few handmade retail ready snack bar brands in Australia. Daisy took the chance, to create real value to her snack time and now it's come full circle with thousands of people snacking on Sneaky Wholefoods around Australia daily. This episode is sponsored by MindBody Lounge. 

In episode 68 of The C-Word we chat with Michelle, a Master Kinesiologist and Certified Yoga Teacher obsessed with showing people that their bodies have all the answers to shift them out of their struggles. She uses their body biofeedback to dive into their subconscious where the unresolved energy blocks exist, so she can surface them up and out so clients can move forward and live a more easeful life congruent to health, happiness and freedom. This episode is sponsored by MindBody Lounge.

In episode 67 of The C-Word we chat with Cassie Silver, an award-winning television journalist, business owner, mental health advocate and host of uncensored podcast What To Expect When You're Injecting. Unleashing her flair for storytelling even further, the boss lady opened creative agency Silver Lining & Co, a boutique production house specialising in video production, media training, voiceover and copywriting. But behind Cassie's career success is her personal story and struggle to make a family, and she's on a mission to remove the stigma around infertility and IVF with her raw and authentic podcast, What To Expect When You're Injecting. She's the former brand manager for social enterprise Happiness Co and continues to shine a light on mental health by using her story as the driving force to raise awareness around self-love and unhappiness. Her passion for mental health, happiness and authentic conversations is unmatched by her charisma and energy around people. She's fierce, infertile.... and unapologetically has no filter. This episode is sponsored by Red Dust Obstacle Course Races and MindBody Lounge. For my website please…Episode 67: Journalist and Mental Health Advocate  - Cassie Silver 

In episode 66 of The C-Word we chat with Andrew Spence, Manager of Perth's, and Australia's, newest state of the art Wellness Lounge; MindBody Lounge. Prior to taking on this role in October 2020, he's had over 10 years experience in the Health and Fitness Industry both as a coach and a facility manager. He is also one of the very proud Ambassadors for Happiness Co. since it started nearly 4 years ago. Andy enjoys building on his professional knowledge and skills and strongly believes that ongoing development enhances your own self-worth. He aims to continue to do what he can to be an effective coach, facilitator and speaker. Prior to completing his Certificate 3 & 4 in Fitness Coaching, he completed an Honours Degree in Sports Administration/Marketing at Victoria University. One thing that working in the customer service industry for the past 20 years has shown him, is that people will come to you for the product or service you offer but they will stay for the environment which has been created. He is very passionate about the Health and Wellness sector and the long term benefits it can have on your overall wellbeing; physically, emotionally and mentally. This episode is sponsored by Red Dust Obstacle Course Races.  

In episode 65 of The C-Word we chat with…each other! Yep, it's The C-Word 2020 wrap up and word on the C street is that we cover everything from the one C word we don't like….to our personal and professional highs and lows, life and love, our favourite episodes for 2020 and of course what we are looking forward to in 2021. Yes, we'll be back! A big thank you to all of our guests and sponsors and of course YOU! Our listeners and our biggest cheerleaders. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year...we'll see ya on the flip side C side!  

In episode 64 of The C-Word we chat with Maitri Patel, an award-winning dynamic entrepreneur, avid fitness enthusiast and a trained dancer. She won the prestigious Telstra WA Young Business Women's Award in 2017 and Anthill 30 under 30 in 2016. Maitri is the Founder and Artistic Director at Bollywood Dance Studio (BDS), founded in 2011, Perth's most popular & largest Bollywood Dance School. She went on to create Bolly Active Fitness in 2015, a holistic fitness workout Program, which has become a rage globally with presence in 14 countries & over 90 instructors worldwide. Enhancing her wellness journey further, she launched the Active Wellness Spa in 2019, a rejuvenating and relaxing experience for the mind, body and spirit. Active Wellness focuses on holistic healing and recovery from inside out working on wholesome physical and mental health. A powerhouse of motivation, deadly combination of desire & spirit, she exudes charm and confidence which gets reflected across all her business ventures. She is a champion for female entrepreneurship and team building. Maitri truly is an inspirational woman changing the face of business in Australia. She lives by the mantra ‘She believed she could, so she did.' This episode is sponsored Athletic Institute. 

In episode 63 of The C-Word we chat with Dan Jones, Co-Founder and Chief Designer of Australian men's activewear brand WPN and their Sales and Events Manager, Brendon Spadek. Dan has been a graphic designer for over 15 years and has spent the last 10 years in the fashion industry, six of those with WPN. A longtime student of the art of Kung Fu has led Dan to living a life that is centred around making his health and wellbeing a priority. The combination of his passion for fashion and healthy wellbeing blends together well in bringing WPN to life. Brendon is tasked with helping to bring the brand's social purpose to life through community events and initiatives. Drawing on his own experience through both his personal journey and running his holistic health coaching business has led to developing WPN Sessions, which is aimed at creating a community where men can come together to focus on their physical, mental and emotional health. This episode is sponsored by Attentive Aesthetics, Athletic Institute and Red Dust Obstacle Course Races. 

In episode 62 of The C-Word we chat with Kendall Whyte, Founder and CEO of Blue Tree Project, a grass-roots movement which has flourished into a not-for-profit making an impact. The mission of Blue Tree Project is to help spark difficult conversations and break down the stigma that's still largely attached to mental health. This is done by giving dead trees ‘a blue lease on life' and bringing people together to help create space safes and communities. Kendall aims to stay authentic and speak openly to empower others to do the same, in hope that together we can create many mentally healthy future generations. This episode is sponsored by Attentive Aesthetics, Athletic Institute and Red Dust Obstacle Course Races. 

In episode 61 of The C-Word we chat with Chris Masten, a former premiership player for the West Coast Eagles. After 12 years with the club, Chris has now moved full time into the world of wine with his multiple business ventures and partnerships, including an online wine store called Heroes and Comrades with fellow ex-eagle Will Schofield, along with Unearthed Wine Merchants and Off The Vine Distributors. He's also still kicking the footy about with new WAFL club Perth Demons. He's now been married for 5 years to wife Emmi and is a father to two kids, son Tex (2.5 years) and daughter Stevie (1 year) as well as two Boston Terriers called Cuban and Cartel. Chris is also a big advocate for mental health, with his new club forming a Mental Health Partnership with The Good Chat Foundation. This episode is sponsored by Attentive Aesthetics, Athletic Institute and Red Dust Obstacle Course Races. 

In episode 60 of The C-Word we chat with Sarah Davidson of Spoonful of Sarah. She began her working life as a mergers and acquisitions lawyer at a leading international law firm. While she enjoyed several years building strong professional foundations, she found it increasingly challenging to reconcile the all-consuming corporate lifestyle with her personal passions for health, wellbeing, creativity and adventure. In pursuit of balance, Sarah and her partner started Matcha Maiden closing a gap they discovered in the health food market for matcha green tea powder. Matcha is now one of the world's premier health food trends and Matcha Maiden is leading the way with a very bright (green) future ahead. Sarah has now hung up the suits and heels to step into the business full time. In 2016, the matcha mission developed into a physical venue and cutting edge cafe, Matcha Mylkbar, which is taking the food world by storm. Sarah now splits her time between the two businesses and is thoroughly enjoying life as a full time funtrepreneur. She has also started a podcast, Seize the Yay, which investigates the difference between success and happiness, the importance of cultivating "joy" and showcases the down to earth, human side of her diverse and esteemed guests. This episode is sponsored by Attentive Aesthetics and Athletic Institute.

In episode 59 of The C-Word we chat with Elise Barlow, a former high-performance Springboard and Platform Diver is the proud owner and creator of The Movement Society, a Pilates empire based in Perth. And Holly Gibellini Davis, an ex dancer turned Barre Attack/Pilates teacher and master trainer. Elise built her MVMT SOCIETY brand from the ground up and owes her success to being authentic, hardworking and genuinely obsessed. She wanted to disrupt the fitness industry, and share simple, smart and safe movement that people of every level and age could be successful with. When Holly moved to Perth from Sydney and years of overseas living, she met the incredible Elise and has joined forces with them to bring daily workouts to everyone online via Virtual MVMT. This episode is sponsored by Attentive Aesthetics.

In episode 58 of The C-Word we chat with Pro Netball Player, Josie Janz-Dawson. A Torres Strait Islander who was born on Thursday Island, QLD. She grew up in Derby, West-Kimberley and when she was 15 years old she accepted a scholarship to attend boarding school at Presbyterian Ladies College in Perth. Josie played netball for the Western Australian underage representative teams, and after she graduated year 12 she received a two year netball scholarship at the Australian Institute of Sport in Canberra. Josie then moved back to Perth where she played netball for the West Coast Fever team from 2008 to 2016 in the ANZ Championship, and just recently played netball in the United Kingdom Superleague for both the Severn Stars and Team Bath. Josie has been working at the Wirrpanda Foundation since 2009 in the Deadly Sista Girlz Program focusing on building positive role models in our communities. She says and we quote: “I believe we have a deep sense of responsibility to support the people in our community through mentorship and encourage our next generation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People to be positive and healthy role models.” This episode is sponsored by Giving Greens and Attentive Aesthetics.

In episode 57 of The C-Word we chat with Ninja Warrior Tash Sergi. Growing up, Tash was always into health and fitness and played a number of sports at an elite level most of my life. These include dancing, touch football, baton twirling, athletics, netball, baseball, gridiron (LFL) and currently she is a Ninja Warrior. Last year she represented Australia and went to Vietnam and USA for the world titles. She has also competed on the show 3 times! At a young age adversity hit her pretty hard, losing her Dad when she was 16 then just 18 months later, she was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. Fast forward a few years later and she studied to become a personal trainer. She has now been in the industry for over 10 years and recently started an online health and wellness site with her best friend called Tash + Laura Co (TLC). Out of all this craziness she still fits in training 4-5 days a week and likes to push herself pretty hard! This episode is sponsored by Giving Greens.

In episode 56 of The C-Word we chat with Adam Rose, owner of Flow Space Yoga. Adam and his wife Jen opened the first two Hot Yoga studios in Perth over a decade ago. After finding Yoga through very different paths they discovered a joint passion to help people take responsibility for their own health and wellness. Throughout the years their studios have evolved into spaces for personal transformation incorporating varying styles of Yoga, Pilates, Teacher Trainings, Workshops and Events all with an emphasis on conscious movement and / or self-awareness. They are supported by an incredible Team of awesome humans who equally share in their passion for feeling good! This episode is sponsored by Giving Greens.

In episode 55 of The C-Word we chat with Kelly Bergsma, CEO of The Good Chat Foundation. With a background in the film industry, Kelly has used her creative skills to raise awareness for mental health challenges in short films, before starting a charity. Kelly grew up in Europe with an Australian mother & Dutch father and moved to Australia in 2012 by herself. An avid soccer player & boxer, Kelly has used sport as an outlet for a big part of her life. She decided to create opportunities for young Australians through sporting sponsorships to improve therapy outcomes. Having dealt with depression, anxiety & a suicide attempt, she can relate on various levels to the challenges that young people are facing. Kelly is currently studying psychology at UWA to compliment her work as a CEO for The Good Chat Foundation. This episode is sponsored by Giving Greens.

In episode 54 of The C-Word we chat with Luke Hallam, Co-founder of Ocean Heroes, a not for profit that aims to enhance the lives of those living with autism through surfing. Based in Perth, Ocean Heroes has taken over 3000 people on the autism spectrum surfing for free around Australia since 2016. Founded by mates Luke Hallam, Sam Moyle and Tom Johnston Ocean Heroes has become so popular that each monthly event books out 150 spots in minutes and has waitlists into the hundreds. Ocean Heroes has expanded to now provide 1 on 1 Surf Experiences in Perth in addition to the monthly free surfing events. This episode is sponsored by Anarchy Training Centre and Giving Greens.

In episode 53 of The C-Word we chat with Jon Gregory, a high-frequency trader, physicist and father of three from Perth, WA. An expert who writes algorithms for financial markets, in his downtime Jon would train weights. While doing so, he developed an algorithm on weight training which has led to the creation of the ultimate smart device Vitruvian Form. He's already got faces like our girl and previous guest Amanda Bisk behind it and he's definitely caught our interest and attention with this game changing piece of equipment after hearing him speak on another podcast. This episode is sponsored by Anarchy Training Centre. 

In episode 52 of The C-Word, we chat with Amanda Carroll, co-founder and Managing Director of rok Kombucha. rok Kombucha is a refreshingly authentic, real kombucha made in Margaret River by award-winning winemaker and her other half, Trent Carroll. rok Kombucha has been leading the charge in Australia to bring a truly healthy, authentic kombucha to the masses. rok is brewed and blended with only the highest quality white and green teas and infused with raw, cold pressed juices and Australian native herbs to produce a great tasting and truly healthy kombucha. rok is natural flavour, extract, and sweetener free and is available across Australia and Singapore. This episode is sponsored by Anarchy Training Centre. 

In episode 51 of The C-Word, we chat with The Polar Room owner, Bernard Hoogenboezem. After being diagnosed with anxiety and depression in his early twenties Bernard became fascinated with how the body and brain works. This led to a path of looking down alternative therapies. In early 2016 Bernard was introduced to Cryotherapy. A close friend called him up and told him had just purchased this business called The Polar Room and he needed someone to come and help him set it up. After coming in and trying it the impact on his sleep which ultimately effected his mental health was mind blowing that he was hooked. Fast forward to early 2020 the opportunity came up to take the Polar Room of his friend and over a quick lunch Bernard bought this business. With a big vision of how cryotherapy can change people's life for the better he is on a mission to make use cryo as an opportunity to further conversation around mental health. Eager to build a community where people can come and heal the Polar room is on its way to become one of the top health and wellness hubs in Perth.  This episode is sponsored by Anarchy Training Centre 

In episode 50 of The C-Word, we chat with Melinda Atha, owner of Urbodi Detox Clinic. Created by Melinda in 2010, she has successfully been helping her clients reach their own individual health goals and has seen many clients lives change for the better. Melinda is a qualified nutritionist, colonic hydro therapist and has a background of over 30 years in the health and fitness industry. She says "Having seen the benefits of cleansing and clean healthy diets on my clients, I hope to continue to share my passion for many years to come.” Melinda runs her detox clinic from her home in the northern suburbs of Perth and is leading the way in creating new and exciting colonic and infusions for gut health. Qualified with a globally recognised colonic qualification, she has been working in the colonic health industry for over the last twelve years using the closed colonic system which is a great detoxification tool, alongside the far infrared bed, gut infusions, red light therapy and prescription supplements and nutrition to help improve her clients health & wellbeing.  This episode is sponsored by Anarchy Training Centre