You Can Shine

In this inspiring episode of the You Can Shine Podcast, join Josie as she delves into the remarkable journey of Eileen Duncan. Host Josie Thomson sits down with Eileen, a passionate coach and advocate for personal development, to explore her incredible resilience in the face of life's challenges. Eileen shares her experience of being diagnosed… The post Episode 31 – The Power Of The Pause with Eileen Duncan appeared first on Josie Thomson Online.

In this inspiring episode of the You Can Shine Podcast, join Josie as she delves into the remarkable journey of Julie Woods, a woman who redefined her life after losing her sight in 1997. Host Josie Thomson sits down with Julie, a renowned author, professional speaker, and coach, to explore the incredible milestones she has… The post Episode 30 – Seeing Beyond Sight with Julie Woods appeared first on Josie Thomson Online.

This podcast interview is part 2 of an interview that features a larger than life business man and entrepreneur who learned that comparison is the killer of all joy, and that you can get back up after the hard knocks of life. Whilst Noel Lord stands at 6ft 8” and weighs around 130kgs, he lost… The post Episode 29 – From Pain to Purpose with Noel Lord appeared first on Josie Thomson Online.

This podcast interview (part 1 of 2 interviews) features a larger than life business man and entrepreneur who has learned that comparison is the killer of all joy. Noel Lord stands at 6ft 8” and weighs around 130kgs – an imposing presence yet he found himself incredibly vulnerable in 2008 when he lost everything he'd work hard to… The post Episode 28 – From Vulnerability to Victor with Noel Lord appeared first on Josie Thomson Online.

This podcast interview features a former banking and finance executive, Mayte Miguelez, who in July 2022 was diagnosed with an aggressive grade 4 GBM – brain cancer: glioblastoma and given 6 months to live. Originally from Mexico, Mayte knows what it's like to fight against the odds to achieve her dreams. Growing up in an… The post Episode 27 – From brain cancer to self love with Mayte Miguelez appeared first on Josie Thomson Online.

Kevin Porter's story is the epitome of resilience, courage, determination and true grit. This episode examines what it takes to fight to live. Kevin is a research and design anthropologist, providing intelligence to companies to deliver insightful solutions to common and uncommon business problems. He served in the military from the age of 15 to… The post Episode 26 – From Depression & Homelessness to Determination & Happiness with Kevin Porter appeared first on Josie Thomson Online.

Hold onto your seats as you tune into this special podcast interview with Bill Bennett. You may recognise the name – Bill Bennett is a multi-award winning Australian Producer and Director. He's an author of Palace of Fires and also the Camino memoir: The Way, My Way. Over a career spanning four decades, he's made… The post Episode 25 – From Lies, To Truth, To Purpose with Bill Bennett appeared first on Josie Thomson Online.

This podcast interview features a hard-working family man whose life was tipped upside down overnight… not due to the crazy long hours he was working, nor the high pressure and high stress of leading a large successful business. This is the story of Greg Gladman, a man who at the prime of his life, super… The post Episode 24 – Trust Your Instincts with Greg Gladman appeared first on Josie Thomson Online.

This podcast interview features an inspiring father, husband, grandfather, larrikin and fun-loving construction worker – Anthony Kiely. One of 10 siblings, raised in council housing in Ireland with a backdrop of domestic abuse and alcohol addiction, Anthony describes his journey in overcoming his own battles, and an ultimate test of his strength and commitment to… The post Episode 23 – Healing addiction from head to heart with Anthony Kiely appeared first on Josie Thomson Online.

Jillianne Rixon, affectionately known as ‘Jindi' is a survivor. Life was tough from a very young age, growing up as one of 9 children in a family of abusive behaviour. By the age of 15, Jindi found herself on the streets of Kings Cross. Strip clubs, night clubs, prostitution and drug trade characterised the Cross,… The post Episode 22 – Worthy & Awakened From Brokenness with ‘Jindi' Jillianne Rixon appeared first on Josie Thomson Online.

This podcast interview features a dear friend of mine, Andrea Cornwell, who I've known for almost 30 years. We worked together as graduates in a coal mining company and even sky dived together. More importantly, we share another special bond through a shared experience of facing a cancer diagnosis.  This episode examines what it took… The post Episode 21 – Proactively live a wellbeing-centric lifestyle with Andrea Cornwell appeared first on Josie Thomson Online.

This podcast interview features a brave hearted woman who vulnerably shares her story of love, loss, complex grief, narcissistic abuse, domestic violence and… reinvention – allow me to introduce you to Maria Roney. The episode examines what it takes to dig deep, assert strong boundaries, to love and accept yourself, and to keep life in… The post Episode 20 – From Trauma to Service with Maria Roney appeared first on Josie Thomson Online.

Strap into your seat as you listen to this special podcast interview with Nathan Cavaleri. You may recognise the name – Nathan Cavaleri began playing guitar at the tender age of 5 and was regularly featured on Hey Hey It's Saturday. What you may not know is that by the age of 6, Nathan was… The post Episode 19 – From Lumbar Punctures to Fearless Faith with Nathan Cavaleri appeared first on Josie Thomson Online.

This interview explores an extraordinary journey of a former Australian ballroom dancing champion, gracious guide, wise woman, leader, teacher, solo mother of three, who has graced world stages, and is an ordained Hindu High Priestess. Meet Nicole Phoenix Starr. Nicole was born in country NSW in Wagga Wagga and experienced years of upheaval, deep grief,… The post Episode 18 – Awakened by Addiction and Death with Nicole Phoenix Starr appeared first on Josie Thomson Online.

Born in 1956 and awarded Northern Rivers Star baby of the year in 1957, a rebellious teen and former rescue officer for Blue Mountains SES, Peter Gooley's life was sent into chaos in 1993 by a cancer diagnosis. In this episode we explore how he dealt with the grip of uncertainty, worry about children's futures,… The post Episode 17 – Beating cancer and becoming a ‘Possibilitarian' with Peter Gooley appeared first on Josie Thomson Online.

Meet a man who ditched the corporate blazer to become a trailblazer for men's wellness and growth. After a successful global career spanning decades as a strategic leader, Martin Gillespie suddenly found himself face to face at death's door.  Not only had he faced his fair share of mental challenges and traumas with the sudden… The post Episode 16 – Triumph over Trauma & Stage 4 Cancer with Martin Gillespie appeared first on Josie Thomson Online.

Justine Roach's life as a successful businesswoman, professional home renovator and mother changed overnight in 2005, after the sudden suicide of her beloved sister, Rachael. Struggling to come to terms with her soulmate's death, Justine suffered a breakdown which left its mark in ongoing depression and anxiety. This episode examines her rise from other traumas… The post Episode 15 – From Trauma to Triumph with Justine Roach appeared first on Josie Thomson Online.

This podcast interview features cancer thriver and pioneer of Cancer Coaching in India – Vijay Bhat.     Post successful surgery, he decided against chemotherapy and turned to a holistic and integrated approach after being advised by doctors to ‘go home and pray.'     19 years later, he is still cancer-free, and a better person than… The post Episode 14 – ‘Conquering the mountain' of cancer with Vijay Bhat appeared first on Josie Thomson Online.

This podcast interview features a deeply heart-centred, service oriented leader, husband, father, mentor and business leader – Andrew Bills.     In this episode we examine how to rise above your circumstances. Andrew was sent to boarding school at age 10, his father died when he was 12, and his mother  raised Andrew and his brother and sister… The post Episode 13 – Advocating For Healing & Hope with Andrew Bills appeared first on Josie Thomson Online.

This podcast interview features a respected Brisbane-based vocalist and actress with a voice that has captivated audiences for the past thirty years. She is a passionate performer, daughter, partner and mother with natural charisma, beauty and an honest, heart-felt delivery.   This is Barbara Fordham ‘unplugged' – raw, vulnerable and real.   Barbara shares her story of… The post Episode 12 – BRAVE: from addiction and abuse to self-love with Barbara Fordham appeared first on Josie Thomson Online.

My fascinating interview with Dr Anthony Metivier, a former heavy metal band member and best-selling author of 52 books centred on memory improvement, will move you and inspire you to new heights of possibility.  We examine practical strategies to not only survive, but thrive in life after debilitating experiences of domestic conflict, addiction, death anxiety… The post Episode 11 – From Pain to Radical Honesty & Living The Dream with Dr Anthony Metivier appeared first on Josie Thomson Online.

This podcast interview features an effervescent, inspiring entrepreneur and business woman committed to bringing an end to premature death by burnout! Nicole Van Hattem, the youngest of 5 children from immigrant parents from Holland, learned from a young age that working hard and making a difference was what life is all about. She secured her… The post Episode 10 – Bouncing Back from Burn Out with Nicole van Hattem appeared first on Josie Thomson Online.

This podcast interview features a Wiradjuri/Wolgalu First Nations man, with a 15 year career in professional National Rugby League playing for South Sydney Rabbitohs, Penrith Panthers and Canterbury Bulldogs before switching to professional Boxing in 2009. He is a best selling author, struggles with suicidal ideation and bi-polar disorder, attempted suicide in 2012 to eventually… The post Episode 9 – Rising From The Ashes – From Pain to Purpose with Joe Williams appeared first on Josie Thomson Online.

Here's a podcast interview that offers hope to all. Featuring my good friend, mentor, spiritual teacher, psychic and meditation instructor Swami Shivananda, affectionately known as Shivaji. In this episode we examine how to rise above your circumstances – especially when in his case ‘my sense of self was lower than a snake's belly' – raised… The post Episode 8 – From Abuse & Addiction to the Science of Self-Realisation with Swami Shivananda appeared first on Josie Thomson Online.

The Covid-19 pandemic is exposing all of us to significant traumatic distress and placing us at risk for a host of stress and trauma related health consequences – even the risk of contracting the Covid-19 disease itself. By proactively addressing these risks with resilience boosting strategies we can all do our best to take care… The post Episode 7 – Transforming Your Mind – Cultivating Resilience with Dr Jeffrey M Schwartz appeared first on Josie Thomson Online.

When it comes to changing habits in a crisis, in this podcast interview we discuss how stress interferes with our capacity to think clearly and our ability to not react. Under these circumstances, the path of least resistance is to simply deploy habits – without conscious thought or awareness. However, not all these habits are… The post Episode 6 – Changing our Habits in a Crisis with Dr Jeffrey M Schwartz appeared first on Josie Thomson Online.

In this episode I speak with a young, fun loving, savvy entrepreneur and wellness advocate who's passionate about helping vulnerable women and kids through various charities – Liv Marriott. This episode explores how easily our sense of self can be derailed by controlling, manipulative, toxic relationships, and what it takes to regain strength, inner resolve,… The post Episode 5 – Thriving after a toxic relationship with Liv Marriott appeared first on Josie Thomson Online.

How can we be more mindful as parents and less intense as professionals – to respond wisely and purposefully as we go through these times? This is a timely discussion with my dear friend, leading expert in neuroplasticity, OCD and mindfulness, and co-author of The Wise Advocate – The Inner Voice of Strategic Leadership, Dr… The post Episode 4 – Parenting in a Crisis with Dr Jeffrey M Schwartz appeared first on Josie Thomson Online.

How do you handle extreme stress, trauma or toxic masculinity in the workplace? How do you lead effectively in a crisis? In this podcast interview I speak with Daimien Patterson, a man on a mission, or three, with a proven track record for leading teams through most adverse extremes – including war. Drawing from his… The post Episode 3 – Crisis Response, Parenting & Business Leadership with Daimien Patterson appeared first on Josie Thomson Online.

A special and timely discussion with my dear friend, leading expert in neuroplasticity, OCD and mindfulness, and co-author of The Wise Advocate – The Inner Voice of Strategic Leadership, Dr Jeffrey M Schwartz. In this episode we examine effective, validated and practical ways to cultivate calm in crisis – how to ease stress, anxiety and… The post Episode 2 – Cultivate Calm in Crisis with Dr Jeffrey M Schwartz appeared first on Josie Thomson Online.

My first podcast interview features a truly heart-centred service oriented leader, father, husband, mentor, adjunct professor and business leader – Ray Weekes. This episode examines what it takes to keep life in check, to keep your health in check, and to keep your ethical compass steady and strong. We talk of many life themes including… The post Episode 1 – Abandonment, surviving cancer and finding purpose with Ray Weekes appeared first on Josie Thomson Online.