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Mid November often kicks off the festive season where we see lots of events, a few more treats pop up and holidays quickly approaching, so today Ruby is helping you get your festive season nutrition mindset sorted so that you can enjoy the most wonderful time of year, no matter what your goals are!

Pastor Nathan Harris shares today's message, from our new series in 1 John, "Spiritual Imposter Syndrome". Have you ever felt like an imposter? How about in your faith? Does it hold you back? Why did John write this letter? Was there really an inner circle? Or is the Word for everyone? How can we determine those that are real? What are we to do with the dilemma of our sin? We have an advocate. Trust is Jesus.Today's passages: 1John 5: 13, John 20: 31, 1John 1, 1John 2: 1-2, John 13: 10Date: 09.11.2025Please send prayer requests to prayer@bridgeman.org.au or on our website: www.bridgeman.org.au/prayer/To contact Bridgeman Baptist Community Church please email hello@bridgeman.org.auIf you would like to give at Bridgeman Baptist Community Church please go to www.bridgeman.org.au/giving/Please view our Sermon List if you would like to order from our back catalogue, please email bridgemedia@bridgeman.org.au 

Pastor David Twigg shares tonight's message, from our new series in 1 John, "Assured Relationship". Have you felt awkward in your relationship with your Creator? What is your faith background? Are you secure in your own story, your faith? Do you walk in the Light, every single day? Will you bring your sin into the Light?Tonight's passages: 1John 1Date: 09.11.2025Please send prayer requests to prayer@bridgeman.org.au or on our website: www.bridgeman.org.au/prayer/To contact Bridgeman Baptist Community Church please email hello@bridgeman.org.auIf you would like to give at Bridgeman Baptist Community Church please go to www.bridgeman.org.au/giving/Please view our Sermon List if you would like to order from our back catalogue, please email bridgemedia@bridgeman.org.au 

You reaallllly did it this time Guy and Dando. However nobody's complaining, since this week we're joined by Aussie comedian, Daniel Connell!We revisit "Homer The Smithers", discussing Smithers' relationship with Mr. Burns, working for "the man", Daniel's love of the "Yes Man" and more!Check out more from Daniel at danielconnell.com.auIf you enjoy this review, please consider supporting us on Patreon for as little as $1 per month at patreon.com/fourfingerdiscountListen on Spotify - spoti.fi/4fDcSY0Listen on Apple Podcasts - apple.co/4dgpW3ZCHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Goin' Down To South Park - spreaker.com/show/goin-down-to-south-parkThe Movie Guide with Maltin & Davis - themovieguidepodcast.comThe One About Friends - spreaker.com/show/the-one-about-friends-podcastTalking Seinfeld - spreaker.com/show/talking-seinfeldSpeaKing Of The Hill - spreaker.com/show/speaking-of-the-hill-a-king-of-the-hill-The Office Talk - spreaker.com/show/the-office-talk-podcastBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/four-finger-discount-simpsons-podcast--5828977/support.

In this episode of the Building Freedom podcast, Randy sits down with Callum Gracie, founder of Otto Media, a fast-growing digital marketing agency based in Canberra, Australia. Callum shares his incredible journey from professional musician to successful entrepreneur — and how the setbacks of COVID-19 became the catalyst for building a thriving business rooted in creativity, authenticity, and systems.He reveals his simple NOISE Framework—Nail your Why, Own your Presence, Inject Creativity, Show your Story, and Earn Trust—to help builders and remodelers stand out in a crowded market. This episode is packed with honest, practical advice on building trust, creating visibility, and cutting through the noise online.

APPLICATION FORM https://forms.gle/dCjQPF3AZ6wAkBJH8MEMBERSHIP SITE 50% OFFhttps://www.policefit.com.au/armoury.htmlIf you want more information on training and nutrition specific to Police Officers and Applicants please head to my free members page. https://www.facebook.com/groups/1725385161090146If you are an applicant in NZ also head of to my NZ support group https://www.facebook.com/groups/1522770991943100If you are an applicant in VIC also head of to my VIC support group https://www.facebook.com/groups/3283328811975620If you are an applicant in NSW also head over to my UCWE support group. https://www.facebook.com/groups/2106768509627725If you are an applicant in QLD also head over to my QLD support group https://www.facebook.com/groups/169532487048956If you are an applicant in SA also head over to my SA support group https://www.facebook.com/groups/1723828061032038If you are an applicant in NT also head of to my NT support group https://www.facebook.com/groups/2376032615894654Also check us out at www.policefit.com.auIf you have any questions feel free to reach out to me directly on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/bradley.williams.5059 or email brad@policefit.com.auAlso check out the team https://www.3zeroscoffee.com.au/ and use code 3zerospolicefit for 10% off your order. Check out CODE ONE CAREERS to book your free interview and psych Prep consult appointment https://www.codeonecareers.com/book

What makes an audience lean forward before the first trick lands? We dive into stage presence as a lived practice, not a buzzword. From Jay's house in Stockholm, Frodo and Jay unpack how real attention, honest emotion, and contextual awareness turn raw technique into connection you can feel in the room. No acting notes, no hollow smiles—just the hard, generous work of being here with people, right now.We share the messy path many artists take from hobbyist to performer and why conviction matters before the material is perfect. You'll hear how a modular show architecture lets you answer a crowd in real time, when quieting down tames a rowdy room, and how three loops—your inner state, the audience's state, and the social relationship—guide moment-to-moment choices. We talk about reading the room beyond clichés: the corporate ballroom with chairs turned away, the school assembly building to a roar, and the town theater reopening after a flood. Context isn't decoration; it is the content your presence must meet.Words versus abstraction, authenticity versus mimicry, and the test that cuts through everything: would you want to watch this? We dig into teachable charisma, why about half of presence can be trained, and how to find an archetype that fits your truth instead of chasing someone else's shine. Craft supports presence—framing, tempo, applause points—but love powers it. Love of practice gives you something worth showing. Love of the audience gives you a reason to share it well. That's how feeling transmits, Tolstoy-style, from your center to theirs.Support the show...Now you can get t-shirts and hoodies with our wonderful logo. This is the best new way to suport the podcast project. Become a proud parader of your passion for Showmanship and our glorious Craft whilst simultanously helping to gather more followers for the Way.You'll find the store here: https://thewayoftheshowman.printdrop.com.auIf you want to help support this podcast it would be tremendous if you wrote a glowing review on iTunes or Spotify.If you want to contact me about anything, including wanting me to collaborate on one of your projects you can reach me on thewayoftheshowman@gmail.comor find out more on the Way of the Showman website.you can follow the Way of Instagram where it is, not surprisingly thewayoftheshowman.If you find it in you and you have the means to do so, you can suport the podcast financially at:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/captainfrodo

In this episode we're looking at the super common question and concern people have with thinking they should drop their calories and/or run back to a deficit after they've had big weekends, events, holidays etc! Join the Eat Like Ruby Podcast Community

JC Family Church: Empowering People, Impacting Communities.No matter what you have done or where you have come from, your past doesn't have to define your present, or dictate your future... Today is a new day.  If you need prayer or just want to get in touch with us you can email us at admin@jcfamily.com.auIf you have been blessed by this ministry we would love to invite you to partner with us in spreading the message of Hope.Name: Jimboomba Assembly of GodBSB: 654 000A/C: 64193699  Join us for church online.Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/jcfamilychurchYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcIcVeev1rBu-iFkdkiHIwQ  For more information head to our webpagehttp://www.jcfamily.com.au/

There's a side of the property market most Australians never see — where listings don't make headlines, and deals happen behind closed doors.In this episode, we step into that world of discretion and discovery with William Laing, Co-Founder and CEO of Quiet List, to explore how off-market sales are quietly reshaping the real estate landscape.With nearly one in five Sydney homes now trading off-market, William reveals how private listings are redefining demand and changing how agents, buyers, and sellers connect. From price-testing vendors and privacy-driven sellers to the rise of buyer's agents and agent-only platforms, this hidden layer of the market is rewriting the rules of access and advantage.Together, we unpack what truly counts as an off-market listing, why so many sellers are choosing to go quiet, and what this shift means for transparency in Australian property. It's a conversation that cuts through the hype to reveal the data, dynamics, and ethics shaping the industry's most exclusive corner.If you've ever wondered what happens before a listing goes live, or why some of the best opportunities never make it online, this episode gives you a rare glimpse into the quiet art of deal-making in today's property market.Episode Highlights00:00 – Introduction01:16 – Guest Introduction: William Lang of Quiet List01:48 – Understanding Off-Market Listings03:40 – Challenges in Off-Market Transactions08:27 – Quiet List: The Business Model08:40 – Appreciating the Role of Buyer's Agents18:03 – Privacy and Transparency Issues of Off-Market Deals26:18 – Real Estate Platforms28:05 – Challenges and Changes in Agent Processes28:45 – Advantages of Centralized Briefs31:03 – Off-Market Deals and Relationships32:23 – Platform Features and Future Directions41:53 – Real Estate Market Dynamics and AI42:33 – Property DumboAbout the GuestWilliam Laing is the Co-Founder and CEO of Quiet List, Australia's first agent-only property platform transforming how real estate professionals connect qualified demand with quiet supply.With more than a decade in luxury residential real estate — including roles with Kay & Burton, Knight Frank, Savills, and The Agency — William built his career around discretion, trust, and deal-making. His experience handling high-end, off-market transactions inspired Quiet List: a platform that helps agents capture the 20% of property deals that happen behind closed doors.Today, William is helping agents nationwide turn “quiet listings” into smarter, more transparent transactions — bringing structure, security, and speed to a part of the market that's always operated in whispers.Connect with WilliamLinkedInResourcesVisit our website: https://www.theelephantintheroom.com.auIf you have any questions or would like to be featured on our show, contact us at:The Elephant in the Room Property Podcast - questions@theelephantintheroom.com.auLooking for a Sydney Buyers Agent? https://www.gooddeeds.com.auWork with Veronica: https://www.veronicamorgan.com.auLooking for a Mortgage Broker? alcove.com.auWork with

In this episode we're looking at the sneaky habit people can get into of being very loose and flexible with your nutrition (which isn't a bad thing!) but then calling it "maintenance". This can lead to a snowball effect of demonising or blaming your maintenance intake for certain outcomes... But were we actually even hitting the maintenance intake?

As we celebrate Grandparents Sunday, Pastor Nathan Harris shares "A Rapidly Changing World". What has changed over the generations? Some good, some not so good. It can be difficult. Change is coming ever faster. How can we find stability? What is unchanging? Where is your life anchored? God's love is everlasting!Today's passages: Ecc 3: 1, Ps 90: 1-2, Micah 3: 6, James 1: 17, Is 40: 8, Ps 119: 89, Jer 31: 3, Rom 8: 38-39, Heb 6: 17-20Date: 02.11.2025Please send prayer requests to prayer@bridgeman.org.au or on our website: www.bridgeman.org.au/prayer/To contact Bridgeman Baptist Community Church please email hello@bridgeman.org.auIf you would like to give at Bridgeman Baptist Community Church please go to www.bridgeman.org.au/giving/Please view our Sermon List if you would like to order from our back catalogue, please email bridgemedia@bridgeman.org.au 

Pastor Tamara Courtice shares tonight's message, "Love One Another". What is 'community'? What can loneliness cause? You are seen, known and loved. Do you feel lonely in a crowd? Who are you? You are a child of God, and you can be part of His family. What is this family like? How can we get it right? Do you want to be a brother or sister?Tonight's passages: 1John 3: 1, Rom 8: 14-17, 1John 4: 7-12, 19-21, 5: 1-3, John 13: 34-35, Matt 22: 37-39, Gal 6: 9-10, Acts 2: 42-47, 1John 4: 9-10Date: 02.11.2025Please send prayer requests to prayer@bridgeman.org.au or on our website: www.bridgeman.org.au/prayer/To contact Bridgeman Baptist Community Church please email hello@bridgeman.org.auIf you would like to give at Bridgeman Baptist Community Church please go to www.bridgeman.org.au/giving/Please view our Sermon List if you would like to order from our back catalogue, please email bridgemedia@bridgeman.org.au 

APPLICATION FORM https://forms.gle/dCjQPF3AZ6wAkBJH8MEMBERSHIP SITE 50% OFFhttps://www.policefit.com.au/armoury.htmlIf you want more information on training and nutrition specific to Police Officers and Applicants please head to my free members page. https://www.facebook.com/groups/1725385161090146If you are an applicant in NZ also head of to my NZ support group https://www.facebook.com/groups/1522770991943100If you are an applicant in VIC also head of to my VIC support group https://www.facebook.com/groups/3283328811975620If you are an applicant in NSW also head over to my UCWE support group. https://www.facebook.com/groups/2106768509627725If you are an applicant in QLD also head over to my QLD support group https://www.facebook.com/groups/169532487048956If you are an applicant in SA also head over to my SA support group https://www.facebook.com/groups/1723828061032038If you are an applicant in NT also head of to my NT support group https://www.facebook.com/groups/2376032615894654Also check us out at www.policefit.com.auIf you have any questions feel free to reach out to me directly on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/bradley.williams.5059 or email brad@policefit.com.auAlso check out the team https://www.3zeroscoffee.com.au/ and use code 3zerospolicefit for 10% off your order. Check out CODE ONE CAREERS to book your free interview and psych Prep consult appointment https://www.codeonecareers.com/book

Pastor Neil Bernard a discussion at 'inspire' on Missions, as Nick and Callie share "From the Field". Date: 29.10.2025Please send prayer requests to prayer@bridgeman.org.au or on our website: www.bridgeman.org.au/prayer/To contact Bridgeman Baptist Community Church please email hello@bridgeman.org.auIf you would like to give at Bridgeman Baptist Community Church please go to www.bridgeman.org.au/giving/ Please view our Sermon List if you would like to order from our back catalogue, please email bridgemedia@bridgeman.org.au 

Some performers step into the light and the room leans in. Others work just as hard and leave us cold. We wanted to know why. Together with juggler and performance thinker Jay Gilligan, we unpack stage presence without the fluff—what it is, how to build it, and why authenticity beats polish every time.We start by challenging the myth that presence is a gift you either have or don't. Yes, some people radiate charisma from day one. But most of us can raise our baseline by choosing the right lane and aligning our inner life with our outer expression. We explore useful archetypes to find leverage (clown, lover, hermit, magician), and show how mismatched personas create static the audience can feel. Then we get practical with a simple, powerful framework: head (ideas), heart (emotion), hands (skills), and senses (look and sound). When those four line up, presence clicks.Jay and I share stories from street stages and theater runs about entrances that land, silences that speak, and why the “living time” is the beat between tricks. We dig into micro-choices that shift everything—how your eyes acknowledge the crowd, how breath sets tempo, how a half-smile reads as gratitude instead of performance. We talk technique versus embodiment too: you can copy moves and still miss the moment; intention is what makes shape meaningful. Expect grounded advice you can use tonight: choose one beat for connection, test variations on camera, refine details like shoes and sound, and let your true motives shape your mechanics.If you care about connecting—juggling, comedy, magic, music—this conversation will sharpen your instincts and your toolkit. Subscribe, share with a performer who needs a lift, and leave a review with your biggest presence breakthrough. Your story might spark the next one.Support the show...Now you can get t-shirts and hoodies with our wonderful logo. This is the best new way to suport the podcast project. Become a proud parader of your passion for Showmanship and our glorious Craft whilst simultanously helping to gather more followers for the Way.You'll find the store here: https://thewayoftheshowman.printdrop.com.auIf you want to help support this podcast it would be tremendous if you wrote a glowing review on iTunes or Spotify.If you want to contact me about anything, including wanting me to collaborate on one of your projects you can reach me on thewayoftheshowman@gmail.comor find out more on the Way of the Showman website.you can follow the Way of Instagram where it is, not surprisingly thewayoftheshowman.If you find it in you and you have the means to do so, you can suport the podcast financially at:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/captainfrodo

The Eat Like Ruby gym gals always kill it with getting to the gym for their sessions every week and showing up day after day, but there are always things we can fine tune when it comes to training and today Rubes is going through the common mistakes she sees. Whether you are new to the gym learning this for the first time, or experienced and just need a reminder, this episode will help you continue to progress in the gym and make the most out of your time there

JC Family Church: Empowering People, Impacting Communities.No matter what you have done or where you have come from, your past doesn't have to define your present, or dictate your future... Today is a new day.  If you need prayer or just want to get in touch with us you can email us at admin@jcfamily.com.auIf you have been blessed by this ministry we would love to invite you to partner with us in spreading the message of Hope.Name: Jimboomba Assembly of GodBSB: 654 000A/C: 64193699  Join us for church online.Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/jcfamilychurchYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcIcVeev1rBu-iFkdkiHIwQ  For more information head to our webpagehttp://www.jcfamily.com.au/

JC Family Church: Empowering People, Impacting Communities.No matter what you have done or where you have come from, your past doesn't have to define your present, or dictate your future... Today is a new day.  If you need prayer or just want to get in touch with us you can email us at admin@jcfamily.com.auIf you have been blessed by this ministry we would love to invite you to partner with us in spreading the message of Hope.Name: Jimboomba Assembly of GodBSB: 654 000A/C: 64193699  Join us for church online.Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/jcfamilychurchYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcIcVeev1rBu-iFkdkiHIwQ  For more information head to our webpagehttp://www.jcfamily.com.au/

JC Family Church: Empowering People, Impacting Communities.No matter what you have done or where you have come from, your past doesn't have to define your present, or dictate your future... Today is a new day.  If you need prayer or just want to get in touch with us you can email us at admin@jcfamily.com.auIf you have been blessed by this ministry we would love to invite you to partner with us in spreading the message of Hope.Name: Jimboomba Assembly of GodBSB: 654 000A/C: 64193699  Join us for church online.Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/jcfamilychurchYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcIcVeev1rBu-iFkdkiHIwQ  For more information head to our webpagehttp://www.jcfamily.com.au/

JC Family Church: Empowering People, Impacting Communities.No matter what you have done or where you have come from, your past doesn't have to define your present, or dictate your future... Today is a new day.  If you need prayer or just want to get in touch with us you can email us at admin@jcfamily.com.auIf you have been blessed by this ministry we would love to invite you to partner with us in spreading the message of Hope.Name: Jimboomba Assembly of GodBSB: 654 000A/C: 64193699  Join us for church online.Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/jcfamilychurchYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcIcVeev1rBu-iFkdkiHIwQ  For more information head to our webpagehttp://www.jcfamily.com.au/

This convo is for the gym gals! With lots of training chat on the pod recently, Rubes is getting into a couple of pointers that can help you refine your training and give you something to think about whether you are just getting started or consider yourself more advanced

As we continue "Multiply Missions" month we are blessed to have Emil Ramihov from Queensland Baptist share "Compassion & Care". We are living in a shattered world. Can we help? What can happen when we make bad decisions? Who will help? In what ways can they help? What difference can care make?Today's passages: Luke 15: 11-13, Luke 10: 30-35, Luke 15: 14-19Date: 26.10.2025Please send prayer requests to prayer@bridgeman.org.au or on our website: www.bridgeman.org.au/prayer/To contact Bridgeman Baptist Community Church please email hello@bridgeman.org.auIf you would like to give at Bridgeman Baptist Community Church please go to www.bridgeman.org.au/giving/Please view our Sermon List if you would like to order from our back catalogue, please email bridgemedia@bridgeman.org.au 

As we conclude "Multiply Missions" month we are blessed to have David Bernard from Operation Mobilisation share "3.2 Billion". That is how many that have not heard about Jesus. How is this possible? Who could share the Good News? What is Mission? Who is sent? What is our response? How can we engage with others? What is God's heart? What is your heart? Tonight's passages: Rom 10: 17, John 3: 16, 20: 21, Acts 17: 16-32, Matt 28: 19-20, Gen 1: 26, Eph 1: 17Date: 26.10.2025Please send prayer requests to prayer@bridgeman.org.au or on our website: www.bridgeman.org.au/prayer/To contact Bridgeman Baptist Community Church please email hello@bridgeman.org.auIf you would like to give at Bridgeman Baptist Community Church please go to www.bridgeman.org.au/giving/ Please view our Sermon List if you would like to order from our back catalogue, please email bridgemedia@bridgeman.org.au 

APPLICATION FORM https://forms.gle/dCjQPF3AZ6wAkBJH8MEMBERSHIP SITE 50% OFFhttps://www.policefit.com.au/armoury.htmlIf you want more information on training and nutrition specific to Police Officers and Applicants please head to my free members page. https://www.facebook.com/groups/1725385161090146If you are an applicant in NZ also head of to my NZ support group https://www.facebook.com/groups/1522770991943100If you are an applicant in VIC also head of to my VIC support group https://www.facebook.com/groups/3283328811975620If you are an applicant in NSW also head over to my UCWE support group. https://www.facebook.com/groups/2106768509627725If you are an applicant in QLD also head over to my QLD support group https://www.facebook.com/groups/169532487048956If you are an applicant in SA also head over to my SA support group https://www.facebook.com/groups/1723828061032038If you are an applicant in NT also head of to my NT support group https://www.facebook.com/groups/2376032615894654Also check us out at www.policefit.com.auIf you have any questions feel free to reach out to me directly on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/bradley.williams.5059 or email brad@policefit.com.auAlso check out the team https://www.3zeroscoffee.com.au/ and use code 3zerospolicefit for 10% off your order. Check out CODE ONE CAREERS to book your free interview and psych Prep consult appointment https://www.codeonecareers.com/book

Wanting to juggle performance goals and strength goals has become a hot topic in Eat Like Ruby recently and with more and more gym gals wanting to smash a performance goal like a marathon, Ironman or Hyrox, all while working towards strength goals, it's time to talk about how we can approach it! Rubes dives into what your training might look like when your goal is a while away, when it is close, when you are experienced in the sport and when you aren't. This episode will help you map out how to structure your 2026 goals!

Want to know exactly how to structure your gym program and what to focus on for a balanced physique? This is the episode for you. Ruby is discussing the main categories of exercises and how to use this knowledge to structure your own training to get the best results out of your time in the gym

As we continue "Multiply Missions" month we are blessed to have Jayden Batten from Baptist World Aid shares "Who is the Samaritan?" What are some of the statistics? There is great hope in the church. What is our design with God and with others? How can we show our love for God? Why might you walk past? What could move you to stop? What if one person says yes? How many could be blessed? The Church is God's answer.Today's passages: Luke 4: 18, Luke 10: 25-37Date: 19.10.2025Please send prayer requests to prayer@bridgeman.org.au or on our website: www.bridgeman.org.au/prayer/To contact Bridgeman Baptist Community Church please email hello@bridgeman.org.auIf you would like to give at Bridgeman Baptist Community Church please go to www.bridgeman.org.au/giving/Please view our Sermon List if you would like to order from our back catalogue, please email bridgemedia@bridgeman.org.au 

As we continue "Multiply Missions" month we are blessed to have Jayden Batten from Baptist World Aid shares "Who is the Samaritan?" What are some of the statistics? There is great hope in the church. What is our design with God and with others? How can we show our love for God? Why might you walk past? What could move you to stop? What if one person says yes? How many could be blessed? The Church is God's answer.Today's passages: Luke 4: 18, Luke 10: 25-37Date: 19.10.2025Please send prayer requests to prayer@bridgeman.org.au or on our website: www.bridgeman.org.au/prayer/To contact Bridgeman Baptist Community Church please email hello@bridgeman.org.auIf you would like to give at Bridgeman Baptist Community Church please go to www.bridgeman.org.au/giving/Please view our Sermon List if you would like to order from our back catalogue, please email bridgemedia@bridgeman.org.au 

Now listen... This was recorded BEFORE the official announcement (I think it's pretty clear that I didn't know all of the details about the tour at that stage), but it was recorded at that time purely to capture the hilarity of a question Julie had been asked by her management. It's sooooo funny!! In fact, this episode has a LOT of laughs in it!We chat about/workshop what the stage setup will actually look like, what'll be in the show, what's going up on the big screen - and I think we well and truly answer that question Julie's management put to us.

What separates a technically competent performer from one who creates unforgettable moments? In this captivating conversation between Captain Frodo and comic magician Nick Diffatte, we journey into the heart of showmanship and the complex relationship between originality and tradition.The performers candidly explore their creative anxieties about using established material versus developing original routines. "The reason I'm putting this in here is that this is a book that would have helped me do what I want to be doing," Nick explains, highlighting the delicate balance between learning from others and finding your unique voice. Their discussion reveals how even seasoned professionals wrestle with questions of authenticity while acknowledging their debt to those who came before them.At the core of their conversation lies a fascinating revelation about creating "controlled chaos" – performances that appear spontaneous while following carefully orchestrated plans. Both artists have mastered the art of making audiences think "this could go wrong," generating genuine suspense and emotional investment. This skillful deception creates those special moments where spectators leave saying, "I was there when..." – the hallmark of truly memorable performances.The discussion takes unexpected turns as they reflect on how teaching others has deepened their understanding of their own craft. "You learn about what you do by teaching it to someone, because then you have to actually vocalize what it is that you do," Captain Frodo observes. This process of articulation often reveals unconscious techniques and decisions that elevate performances from merely technical to genuinely artistic.Whether you're a performer seeking to refine your craft or simply fascinated by the psychology behind great entertainment, this episode offers rare insights into the minds of two masters who continue to examine and evolve their art. Subscribe now and join our exploration of the showman's path – where technical skill meets meaning, and apparent chaos reveals its hidden design.Support the show...Now you can get t-shirts and hoodies with our wonderful logo. This is the best new way to suport the podcast project. Become a proud parader of your passion for Showmanship and our glorious Craft whilst simultanously helping to gather more followers for the Way.You'll find the store here: https://thewayoftheshowman.printdrop.com.auIf you want to help support this podcast it would be tremendous if you wrote a glowing review on iTunes or Spotify.If you want to contact me about anything, including wanting me to collaborate on one of your projects you can reach me on thewayoftheshowman@gmail.comor find out more on the Way of the Showman website.you can follow the Way of Instagram where it is, not surprisingly thewayoftheshowman.If you find it in you and you have the means to do so, you can suport the podcast financially at:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/captainfrodo

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Coach Shack is back on the pod today to join Rubes in going through her current training routine to get her closer to her goal. They go over her workout split, the exercises she is focussing on and how she approaches her training sessions

If you're pregnant, planning to have a baby, or have recently given birth, chances are you've heard conversations about the 'baby blues' or the risk of postnatal depression and anxiety (PNDA).But have you ever come across the term PMADs? It stands for Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders; a broad spectrum of psychiatric conditions that can arise at any stage of the reproductive journey.These conditions are often misunderstood, overlooked, or misdiagnosed, leaving mothers and families without the support they need to not just cope, but thrive in parenthood.In this episode of No Place Like Homb, hosts Kath and Larissa sit down with Perinatal and Reproductive Psychiatrist Dr Edna Lekgabe to help explain what PMADs are, why they matter, and the steps we can take toward better recognition, care, and support.Find out more drednalekgabe.com.auIf you need support, speak to a trusted healthcare professional.You can also find a directory for national helplines via;pregnancybirthbaby.org.au/pregnancy-helpline-numbers

Property decisions today hinge on interest rates, inflation, and housing demand — but what if the traditional signals we've all relied on no longer give the full picture?In this episode, we sit down with Alan Oster, former Chief Economist of NAB and one of Australia's most respected economic voices, to unpack what really matters in a housing market under stress.Alan explains why GDP, unemployment, and even consumer surveys can mislead investors, and why real-time banking data has changed the game. He shares stories from decades of forecasting — including times when the “headline” numbers pointed in the wrong direction — and highlights the three signals he believes are most useful for understanding where housing is headed.From the rental crisis to the impact of migration and state government land taxes, Alan dives into the structural pressures reshaping demand. He also addresses productivity stagnation, the future role of AI in jobs and housing, and why policy missteps continue to ripple through Australia's economy.Whether you're a property investor, policymaker, or simply trying to understand what's next for interest rates and housing demand, Alan offers candid insights you won't hear in the headlines. This episode is a rare chance to learn from the economist who has shaped Australia's forecasting for over three decades.Episode Highlights00:00 – Introduction00:22 – Meet Alan Oster: NAB's Former Chief Economist02:01 – Global Headwinds: US Politics, Tariffs & Trade03:01 – Economics as Psychology: Market Reactions Explained04:11 – Real-Time Banking Data Changes Forecasting05:12 – COVID Lessons: Spending Falls by Postcode06:30 – Hidden Stress: Households, Jobs & Policy Gaps13:49 – Australia's Productivity Problem Unpacked15:35 – AI, Migration & the Future of Work23:36 – Property Choices: Wealth, Debt & Investor Behaviour26:10 – Land Taxes and Why Investors Are Selling27:05 – Migration, Housing Supply & the Rental Crunch28:22 – State Outlooks: Victoria, Adelaide, NSW & QLD29:05 – How Banks View Mortgages & Housing Risk31:45 – Productivity Growth Slows in Australia33:55 – Policy Fixes: Tax Reform & Build-to-Rent36:04 – Housing Market Costs, Supply & Gov't Guarantees37:34 – Lessons from Past Crises & Recessions44:04 – Property Dumbo: Alan's Downsizing StoryAbout the GuestAlan Oster is one of Australia's most trusted economic forecasters, best known for his 33 years as Chief Economist at NAB. During his tenure, he built NAB's influential Monthly Business Survey and pioneered the use of real-time banking data to track household and business behaviour — insights now shared with the RBA, ABS, and Treasury.Before joining NAB in 1992, Alan spent 15 years at Commonwealth Treasury, including four years in Paris as Australia's representative at the OECD. Recognised as an authority on economic forecasting, monetary policy, and housing demand, he is a sought-after commentator in both public and private circles.Alan retired from NAB in 2025 but continues to share his expertise, offering a rare blend of sharp economic analysis and practical insights for policymakers, businesses, and property investors alike.Connect with AlanLinkedInResourcesVisit our website: https://www.theelephantintheroom.com.auIf you have any questions or would like to be featured on our show, contact us at:The Elephant in the Room Property Podcast -

Training has officially entered the chat and today Rubes is tackling everything a gym gal needs to think about to get the best results out of their sessions!  Join the Eat Like Ruby Podcast Community

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The biggest problem Rubes sees with her clients isn't related to losing fat... and today she is getting into it to help you transcend a new level in your nutrition journey and get serious about your health.  Join the Eat Like Ruby Podcast Community

In the previous 2 episodes of No Place Like Homb, we spoke with Cassandra about her background and personal experience with postpartum anxiety, depression and psychosis.Postpartum psychosis is a rare and devastating mental health condition that can occur after childbirth. The estimated incidence of postpartum psychosis ranges from 1 to 2 cases per 1,000 births. In this episode, Part 3 of ‘Coming back from the brink', Hosts Kath and Larissa unpack some of the themes and questions that came up from those episodes with Perinatal and Reproductive Psychiatrist, Dr Edna Lekgabe.Find out more; drednalekgabe.com.auIf you need support, speak to a trusted healthcare professional.You can also find a directory for national helplines via;pregnancybirthbaby.org.au/pregnancy-helpline-numbers

What's really driving property investors in 2025? The latest PIPA Investor Sentiment Survey lays it bare — and the results matter for every investor, renter, and policymaker in Australia.In this episode, we're joined by Lachlan Vidler, Chair of the Property Investment Professionals of Australia (PIPA), to unpack the top findings. The survey shows investors are selling under pressure—with debt reduction, compliance costs, and land tax topping the list of reasons. But here's the kicker: when those properties are sold, only 42% stay in the rental pool, shrinking rental supply and pushing rents higher.Policy risk looms large too. More than half of investors said they'd exit if negative gearing was altered, while others flagged land tax, compliance, and rental caps as breaking points. Yet in the same breath, nearly 60% of investors still believe it's a good time to buy. That fragile optimism is keeping the market alive even as costs bite.Finally, the survey reveals who investors actually turn to for advice—mostly mortgage brokers and accountants, not property specialists. Why does that matter? Because it explains why investor behaviour often swings between optimism and panic, shaping rental markets and property prices in ways that affect us all.This episode is packed with insights every property investor needs to hear—because the decisions you and your peers make today are reshaping Australia's housing market for tomorrow.Episode Highlights00:00 – Introduction02:04 – Why the Rental Market Is Being Reshaped03:11 – Top Reasons Investors Are Selling Properties04:39 – How Rising Costs Erode Investor Confidence07:08 – Pain in Melbourne, Gains in Brisbane08:15 – Federal Reforms Driving Investor Uncertainty12:02 – The Rental Pool Is Shrinking—What It Means14:29 – Supply, Demand, and Speculative Investment22:34 – Why Industry and Government Clash on Reform26:17 – How Politics Shapes Investor Outcomes28:40 – Lobbying, Legislation, and Investor Reaction31:06 – Who Investors Really Trust for Property Advice34:15 – Why Investors Need Holistic Property Guidance38:29 – Fragile Optimism: 60% Still Say It's Time to Buy47:39 – Property Dumbo: Signing Contracts Too Soon50:01 – Wrap-Up and Where to Find PIPA ResourcesMentionsRental crisis worsens as more investors exit the market – 2025 PIPA Investor SurveyAbout the GuestLachlan Vidler is the Chair of the Property Investment Professionals of Australia (PIPA), the peak body advocating for higher standards and transparency across the property industry. With deep experience as a property advisor and investor, Lachlan brings unique insight into the data and psychology behind investor behaviour.At PIPA, he works to raise professional standards, educate investors, and shape better policy outcomes for the housing sector. His leadership positions him at the centre of Australia's most pressing conversations on affordability, rental supply, and the future of property investment.Connect with LachlanLinkedInInstagramResourcesVisit our website: https://www.theelephantintheroom.com.auIf you have any questions or would like to be featured on our show, contact us...

In the last episode of the pod Rubes shared her goals heading into 2026 and got us all thinking about our nutrition in a different way. Today she is diving deeper into her plans, what her current day on a plate looks like and how she is tracking her progress as well as the mindset she has adopted to get the best results

Ever wondered where the line between inspiration and appropriation lies in performance art? Captain Frodo welcomes comedian-magician Nick Diffatte for a candid exploration of originality in magic that will resonate with creators across all disciplines.Nick takes us behind the scenes of Tannen's Magic Camp—an intensive gathering where 120 young magicians (ages 10-20) immerse themselves in the craft under the guidance of working professionals. You'll feel like you're wandering the Hogwarts-like halls of Bryn Bawr College as Nick describes the transformation these young performers undergo when they realize they're not alone in their passion. The teaching methodology is fascinating: forcing students to perform on day one breaks down barriers, creating a safe space where they can be vulnerable enough to truly learn.The conversation shifts into territory rarely discussed publicly—the ethical questions performers face when developing material. Through the lens of what Nick calls "the Elvis analogy," they explore how performers can honor magical traditions while still finding their authentic voice. When does a borrowed trick become truly yours? How much must you change something before claiming ownership? The answers aren't simple, but they're essential for anyone who creates.Most compelling is their shared vulnerability about their own creative processes. Captain Frodo confesses his insecurity about performing routines developed by others, while Nick reveals his struggles publishing instructional material that walks the line between teaching technique and sharing complete performance pieces. Their honesty strips away the mystery often surrounding creative work, revealing the human questions that haunt even the most accomplished performers.Whether you're a magic enthusiast or simply someone who appreciates the creative process, this episode offers rare insights into how art evolves through generations while remaining true to its roots. Subscribe now and join the conversation about what it means to create something truly original in a world built on shared traditions.Support the show...Now you can get t-shirts and hoodies with our wonderful logo. This is the best new way to suport the podcast project. Become a proud parader of your passion for Showmanship and our glorious Craft whilst simultanously helping to gather more followers for the Way.You'll find the store here: https://thewayoftheshowman.printdrop.com.auIf you want to help support this podcast it would be tremendous if you wrote a glowing review on iTunes or Spotify.If you want to contact me about anything, including wanting me to collaborate on one of your projects you can reach me on thewayoftheshowman@gmail.comor find out more on the Way of the Showman website.you can follow the Way of Instagram where it is, not surprisingly thewayoftheshowman.If you find it in you and you have the means to do so, you can suport the podcast financially at:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/captainfrodo

Short-term rentals have faced caps, levies, and rising costs. Investors are asking the big question: Does the short-stay model still work?In this episode, Quirin Schwaighofer, co-founder and co-CEO of MadeComfy, joins us to unpack the state of the short-stay market in 2025. We talk about how regulations like NSW's 180-day cap and Byron Bay's 60-day limits are reshaping operations, where demand is shifting post-COVID, and why distribution has moved far beyond Airbnb.We also dive into when mid-term furnished rentals can outperform, what investors should track weekly to stay ahead, and the pitfalls that even seasoned owners fall into.If you're weighing short-term vs mid-term or wondering how to keep income resilient under new rules, this episode is for you.Episode Highlights00:00 – Introduction01:15 – Meet Quirin Schwaighofer: MadeComfy's Journey01:51 – Acquisition by Prism: A New Chapter04:06 – Post-COVID: a tougher, smarter short-stay market07:11 – NSW rules, caps, and what they really mean11:15 – How other markets handle short-stay caps14:14 – Demand shifts and investor behaviour in 202519:21 – Strategies for short-term rental success25:04 – Where short-stays still shine (and struggle)26:03 – What MadeComfy actually does for owners27:02 – Beyond Airbnb: competing channels and share28:26 – Common short-stay pitfalls (and fixes)31:36 – Supply, yield, and the housing market picture32:58 – Byron Bay: balancing tourism and housing39:16 – What government should fix—and how44:17 – Closing advice for owners and investorsAbout the GuestQuirin Schwaighofer is the Co-CEO & Co-Founder of MadeComfy, the Australian accommodation innovator helping real estate professionals and investors enter and scale in short-term and mid-term rentals with tech-driven operations and a trusted consumer brand. Since 2015, he's raised $20M+ in growth capital, won multiple Shortyz awards, and led MadeComfy to recognition in AFR BOSS's Best Places to Work and the AFR Fast 100.In 2025, MadeComfy reached a major milestone with its acquisition by global hospitality platform OYO, marking Australia's second-largest short-term rental industry exit after Stayz. Prior to MadeComfy, Quirin co-founded a mobile workforce platform (HiKey Resources), led large-scale projects at BHP Billiton Iron Ore, and even launched a hospitality venue while completing a Master in Industrial Engineering and an Executive MBA (AGSM @ UNSW). A German-born entrepreneur and dad of three, he blends strategic vision with hands-on ops across sales, marketing, and market expansion.Connect with QuirinWebsite (MadeComfy): https://www.madecomfy.com.au/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/quirin-schwaighofer/ResourcesVisit our website: https://www.theelephantintheroom.com.auIf you have any questions or would like to be featured on our show, contact us at:The Elephant in the Room Property Podcast - questions@theelephantintheroom.com.auLooking for a Sydney Buyers Agent? https://www.gooddeeds.com.auWork with Veronica:

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Property management in Australia has been facing challenges for years — tenants feel ignored, landlords are frustrated, and managers are burning out. The question is: is the entire model broken beyond repair?In this episode, we sit down with Scott Bateman, strategist, innovator, and founder of property management platform Kolmeo, to unpack what's gone wrong and what the future could look like. Scott brings unique insights from running Australia's largest property management business, where outdated systems, legislative overload, and high staff turnover made clear that incremental fixes weren't enough.We explore why property management has long been treated as a poor cousin to sales, why one in three managers leave the industry within 11 months, and how fragmented tech solutions have created more problems than they solve. Scott also explains how AI and structured processes could standardise quality, reduce burnout, and make renting a dignified experience rather than a second-class one.Along the way, we tackle the unintended consequences of well-meaning legislation, why institutional investment won't solve the rental crisis, and whether property managers could evolve into strategic advisors rather than administrators. This conversation isn't just about real estate — it's about reimagining an industry at a crossroads.Episode Highlights00:00 – Introduction: Is Property Management Broken?01:41 – Why the Current Property Management Model Fails05:25 – Tech: Part of the Problem or the Solution?15:52 – Why the Industry Struggles to Embrace Change17:20 – Market Shifts Reshaping Property Management19:52 – How Tenant Behavior Is Changing the Market21:36 – The Future of Property Management Technology22:22 – Shifting Perspectives on Offshoring and Technology23:20 – AI and the Promise of Radical Efficiency25:08 – Challenges in Property Management Compliance25:59 – Tenant Data, Bias, and the Rental Dilemma31:26 – Can Property Managers Become Advisors?36:26 – Balancing the Landlord-Tenant-Manager Triangle41:42 – Why Scaling Property Management Is So Hard42:19 – Lessons Learned: Rethinking the IndustryAbout the GuestScott Bateman has firmly cemented himself as one of Australian real estate's most influential voices on organisational strategy, technology, and innovation. With a career spanning banking, insurance, and property, Scott spent more than a decade at Westpac and IAG before leading the growth and transformation of Australia's largest property management business.In 2020, he launched Kolmeo, a game-changing property management platform now embraced by some of the country's most innovative agencies, including Nelson Alexander, Xceed, Melbourne Real Estate, and Marshall White. Educated at Harvard Business School, Scott blends rigorous academic research with real-world practice, offering a unique perspective on how strategy and technology can reshape industries.Connect with ScottWebsite (Kolmeo): https://kolmeo.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/batemanscott/X: https://x.com/batemanscottResourcesVisit our website: https://www.theelephantintheroom.com.auIf you have any questions or would like to be featured on our show, contact us at:The Elephant in the Room Property Podcast -

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Ever wondered what happens when a circus performer's act goes "wrong"? In this intimate conversation with East German circus artist Antje Pode, we explore how the most powerful moments of connection often emerge from embracing unexpected challenges on stage.Ancha shares her extraordinary journey through the fall of the Berlin Wall – a time when her entire professional identity was upended as state-sponsored circus dissolved overnight. We explore the magnificent marble circus buildings of the Soviet Union, where performers were celebrated like opera stars, receiving flowers from adoring audiences. Her transition from government employee to freelancer reveals the profound personal impact of political change that went far beyond headlines.The heart of our conversation centers on Ancha's accidental creation of a revolutionary aerial apparatus. What began as an attempt to make a standard rope less painful led to a breakthrough when she deconstructed it into 86 separate strings. The resulting visual effect creates mesmerizing patterns like tornados or water vortices as she performs. But this innovation comes with inherent unpredictability – strings occasionally tangle, creating unexpected challenges during performance.What started as frustration evolved into profound insight: audiences engage more deeply when witnessing performers overcome obstacles. As we discuss, "Your true character can really come out when you're facing a problem." In an age of digital perfection, witnessing a performer struggle and triumph creates a uniquely human experience that no flawless execution can match.Whether you're a performer yourself or simply fascinated by the human capacity for adaptation and creativity, this conversation offers valuable perspective on finding opportunity in apparent setbacks. Subscribe to the podcast to join us for more explorations of showmanship across disciplines and traditions.Support the show...Now you can get t-shirts and hoodies with our wonderful logo. This is the best new way to suport the podcast project. Become a proud parader of your passion for Showmanship and our glorious Craft whilst simultanously helping to gather more followers for the Way.You'll find the store here: https://thewayoftheshowman.printdrop.com.auIf you want to help support this podcast it would be tremendous if you wrote a glowing review on iTunes or Spotify.If you want to contact me about anything, including wanting me to collaborate on one of your projects you can reach me on thewayoftheshowman@gmail.comor find out more on the Way of the Showman website.you can follow the Way of Instagram where it is, not surprisingly thewayoftheshowman.If you find it in you and you have the means to do so, you can suport the podcast financially at:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/captainfrodo

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Step back in time to a vanished world of state-run circus schools, train journeys across the Soviet Union, and the dramatic moment when the Berlin Wall fell. In this captivating conversation, foot juggler Antje Pode shares her remarkable journey from a young gymnast in East Germany to an internationally acclaimed circus artist.Antje reveals the fascinating, rarely-discussed reality of the communist-era circus system, where performers were government employees with guaranteed lifetime positions. Selected from hundreds of applicants at age 17, she trained in the prestigious East German circus school before touring with the state circus. Her vivid descriptions transport us to a time when circus was considered high art, performers lived in caravans on flatbed train cars rolling through Russia, and elephants walked from train stations to circus lots as mobile advertisements.The political and personal merge dramatically as Antje recounts being thousands of miles from home in Moldova when the Berlin Wall unexpectedly fell in November 1989. Through her eyes, we experience both the hope and uncertainty of that pivotal moment in history, learning how the peaceful Monday demonstrations eventually led to revolution without violence.Beyond historical insights, Antje shares the technical mastery behind her extraordinary foot juggling act, where she manipulates suitcases with remarkable precision while balancing, spinning, and juggling simultaneously. Her description of needing three weeks to adapt to a new suitcase reveals the invisible precision required in circus arts.Whether you're fascinated by political history, circus traditions, or the dedication required for artistic mastery, this conversation offers a unique window into a world that has largely disappeared. Subscribe now to hear more conversations that explore the intersection of showmanship, art, and human experience.-You can find Antje Pode on social media and on her website Antjepode.deSupport the show...Now you can get t-shirts and hoodies with our wonderful logo. This is the best new way to suport the podcast project. Become a proud parader of your passion for Showmanship and our glorious Craft whilst simultanously helping to gather more followers for the Way.You'll find the store here: https://thewayoftheshowman.printdrop.com.auIf you want to help support this podcast it would be tremendous if you wrote a glowing review on iTunes or Spotify.If you want to contact me about anything, including wanting me to collaborate on one of your projects you can reach me on thewayoftheshowman@gmail.comor find out more on the Way of the Showman website.you can follow the Way of Instagram where it is, not surprisingly thewayoftheshowman.If you find it in you and you have the means to do so, you can suport the podcast financially at:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/captainfrodo

 What if imagination isn't a distraction from truth, but our only reliable path to experiencing it?In this episode we conclude our 30-part exploration of showmanship through the lens of play. Using a personal case study of creating a plate-spinning poetry act, we witness how true artistic creation evolves organically—not as random elements slapped together, but as a cohesive vision that transcends its individual components.The journey takes an unexpected turn when the pandemic transforms both the physical performance and its meaning. Standing amidst twelve wobbling plates with a flaming book of poetry, we discover that sometimes the most powerful moment comes not from triumphantly saving everything from collapse, but from creating a sacred space for what matters most while the world metaphorically burns around us.We explore the wisdom of foxes—both from Ylvis Brothers' viral hit and Antoine de Saint-Exupéry's The Little Prince—about establishing meaningful ties that make each of us unique in all the world. The real-life Lord of the Flies story reveals how six shipwrecked boys thrived through cooperation rather than descending into savagery, challenging our often-cynical views of human nature.At its heart, this exploration reveals play as the compass that guides us through life's overwhelming possibilities. By pursuing activities that satisfy the five criteria of play, we unlock not just enjoyment but all human behavioral needs—from creativity and wonder to love and friendship. The world changes when we view it through the lens of play, revealing better ways of being with ourselves and each other.Take some time to play with yourself and those you love. After all, play might just be the most serious undertaking we can pursue.Support the show...Now you can get t-shirts and hoodies with our wonderful logo. This is the best new way to suport the podcast project. Become a proud parader of your passion for Showmanship and our glorious Craft whilst simultanously helping to gather more followers for the Way.You'll find the store here: https://thewayoftheshowman.printdrop.com.auIf you want to help support this podcast it would be tremendous if you wrote a glowing review on iTunes or Spotify.If you want to contact me about anything, including wanting me to collaborate on one of your projects you can reach me on thewayoftheshowman@gmail.comor find out more on the Way of the Showman website.you can follow the Way of Instagram where it is, not surprisingly thewayoftheshowman.If you find it in you and you have the means to do so, you can suport the podcast financially at:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/captainfrodo