Podcasts about goldmember

My guest this week is Sarah Sheridan - Co‑Founder and Deputy CEO of Clothing The Gaps, the powerful Aboriginal-led social enterprise using fashion to drive social change. Sarah has helped build a business where every t-shirt tells a story, and carries a message. Through her work, she's redefining how brands can be platforms for policy, justice, and community. In this conversation, we explore how Sarah blends activism and entrepreneurship, why inclusion matters so deeply to her, and how she uses design and strategy to amplify First Nations voices. Recorded live amidst the energy and buzz of Convene 2025, please note there's a little background noise, but the conversation is well worth it! This episode is part of our Short Takes on Purpose series (in partnership with Social Traders), where we spotlight bold thinkers reshaping business for good.

Hello Excellent Dids! The Hate Watch/Great Watch Podcast welcomes Aydan Eyes back to the show to talk about: psychedelics, the worst Pa Kent in cinema, Stephen King, horrible diseases, and pressing toads against your eyes! CW: Some discussion of drugs at the episode's end. Plus: A brief appearance from Boof Acid, The Beatles' lawyer! X gon' give it to ya, it's X: The Man with the X-Ray Eyes (1963) Previous Episodes Mentioned: Ep. 141 - Carnival Magic (1983)Ep. 90 - Austin Powers in: Goldmember (2002)Links: • Aydan Eyes on spotify • DMX: X Gon' Give It To Ya on youtube • A Succulent Chinese Meal on youtube • Hunter's Crack in the World review on MovieJawn Questions, comments, requests? Write us at: WriteHWGW@gmail.com

My guest this week is Jess Hill - investigative journalist, award-winning author, educator and one of Australia's leading voices on gendered violence. Jess's deeply important work unpacks not just abuse, but the power structures that enable it. She's best known for her landmark book See What You Made Me Do, which explores coercive control, won the 2020 Stella Prize, and was adapted into a major SBS docuseries. Jess has also created a powerful podcast called The Trap, and in her Quarterly Essay The Reckoning, she investigates how #MeToo has reshaped Australia's landscape. In this episode of Humans of Purpose, we explore how Jess turned her journalism into advocacy, how she's influencing law reform, educating institutions, and helping everyone understand not just the problem, but the systemic change needed. We talk about perseverance, accountability, and the kind of courage it takes to speak truth to power. Tune in to hear Jess Hill's story, and how her work is shaping our collective future.

My guest this week is Nicole Donnison - Social Procurement & Inclusion Manager at ICON Construction, a purpose‑led construction company building not only outstanding spaces but also stronger, more inclusive communities. Nicole is deeply committed to redefining what leadership in construction looks like - where commercial success and social value go hand in hand, and where every project becomes an opportunity to create lasting impact. In this conversation, we explore Nicole's journey as a purpose‑driven leader, how she's challenging industry norms, and the innovative ways ICON is integrating social procurement, inclusion, and sustainability into its core operations. This episode, recorded live amidst the energy of Convene 2025, Social Traders' annual conference - is part of our Short Takes on Purpose series, created in collaboration with Social Traders, where each fortnight we spotlight bold ideas and practical insights from leaders driving impact through business. Listen in to hear how ICON Construction is paving the way for a more responsible and inclusive construction industry, and Nicole's reflections on leadership, impact, and building a legacy that lasts well beyond the projects themselves.

"Allow myself to introduce... myself." Yeah, Baby! We finally talk about Austin Powers on the podcast, and double-featured "Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery" (1997) and "Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me" (1999), and yes this sort of thing is my bag, baby! Mike Myers ruled comedy for a majority of the 1990s with hits like "Wayne's World", "So I Married and Axe Murderer", and his shagadelic secret agent Austin (Danger) Powers that had every middle school boy in a chokehold of quotable lines. Way before there were memes, there was reciting iconic lines like  "Do I make you horny, baby?" and  "Throw me a frickin' bone here!" with all your friend group. We talk about the crater these characters left on pop culture of the late nineties and early 00s, the love letter to all of the James Bond movies, and the beautiful women at Austin's side who we were obsessed with (Seriously, did anyone do the 90s like Liz Hurley?), and we'll quote Mindy Sterling's Frau Farbissina (Bring in the FEMBOTS!) until the day that we die! Both movies have so much comedy gold and peak camp going on in them. Are there diminishing  returns as the movies went on? Maybe. Spy Who Shagged Me, while hilarious, is more or less a remake of the same movie, and Goldmember we don't care to revisit. But, well always have a soft spot for Austin Powers the character, and how influential it was for our goofy personalities going into adulthood!  Thank you for listening, and don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on Apple Podcasts! www.patreon.com/moviesthatmadeusgay Facebook/Instagram: @moviesthatmadeusgay Bluesky: @MTMUGPod.bsky.social Scott Youngbauer: Twitter @oscarscott / Instagram @scottyoungballer Peter Lozano: Twitter/Instagram @peterlasagna  

My guest this week is Lottie Dalziel - founder of Banish, and a leader redefining what sustainability looks like in everyday life. Lottie's journey began with one big question: how can we make it easier for Australians to live and shop more sustainably? What started as a simple idea has grown into a national movement, from shoeboxes filled with bottle tops to a micro-recycling hub transforming waste into beautiful, useful products. In this episode of Humans of Purpose, we explore how Lottie turned curiosity and care into action, the power of community-led change, and how purpose-driven leadership can make sustainability both practical and inspiring. Tune in to hear Lottie's story - how she's helping everyday Australians be part of the change, one small action at a time.

My guest this week is Yoan Noguier - Co-founder and CEO of Yunus Sports Hub, a global initiative using sport and social enterprise to tackle poverty, unemployment, and climate challenges. Yoan is focused on making every dollar count, ensuring resources are directed where they can generate the greatest social impact while empowering communities to thrive. In this conversation, we dive into Yoan's journey as a social entrepreneur, the strategies behind scaling purpose-driven initiatives, and the insights he's gained about collaboration and creating solutions that genuinely improve lives. This episode - recorded live amidst the hustle and bustle of Convene 2025, Social Traders' annual conference - is the fourth in our Short Takes on Purpose series, created in collaboration with Social Traders, where each fortnight we explore powerful ideas and practical insights from leaders driving impact through business. Listen in to hear how Yunus Sports Hub is transforming the way social impact is funded and delivered, and Yoan's reflections on the role of sport, business, and innovation in shaping a better world.

My guest this week is Anthony Chesler - CEO of Thread Together, and a leader committed to creating real-world impact through purpose-driven innovation. Anthony works to ensure that people in crisis are met with care, dignity, and choice, and that the systems designed to support them truly respond to human need. In this episode of Humans of Purpose, we explore Anthony's journey as a social entrepreneur, how he balances scaling impact with staying human-centred, and the lessons he's learned about leadership, empathy, and creating solutions that restore both hope and dignity. Tune in to hear Anthony share the story behind Thread Together, the powerful work being done across Australia, and his reflections on what it takes to drive meaningful change in communities - even when the challenges are big.

My guest this week is Lorraine Finlay - Australia's Human Rights Commissioner, and a leader committed to advancing human rights at every level. Lorraine works to ensure that human rights are not just principles on paper, but lived and experienced in our communities, workplaces, and homes, while also shaping policies and practices at a national and systemic level. This episode - recorded live amidst the hustle and bustle of Convene 2025, Social Traders' annual conference - is the third in our Short Takes on Purpose series, created in collaboration with Social Traders, where each fortnight we explore powerful ideas and practical insights from leaders driving impact through business. You might notice a few audio discrepancies throughout this conversation (due to being live from the event), but we promise it's worth tuning in for Lorraine's powerful insights and reflections. Together, we explore her journey as a leader in human rights, how she balances influencing large-scale change with fostering everyday respect and fairness, and the lessons she's learned about leadership, empathy, and recognising the progress already being made - even as more work lies ahead.

My guest this week is Andrew Mellody - CEO of Humble Brag, Co-Founder & Managing Director of Co-Ground, Anti-Poverty Award Winner, and a passionate social entrepreneur dedicated to creating meaningful impact. Since launching his ventures, Andrew has built organisations that combine purpose, strategy, and social impact with real-world results. Humble Brag donates 50% of its profits to fund Indigenous youth programs and international aid, while Co-Ground supports community-led development projects in the Northern Territory, Vanuatu, and the Philippines - improving access to education, employment, health, and sanitation. As a leader, Andrew focuses on scaling initiatives while staying true to their mission, values, and community-driven approach. Beyond his entrepreneurial work, he is a thoughtful strategist and storyteller, passionate about showing how business can be both impactful and purpose-led. In this episode, we explore Andrew's journey as a social entrepreneur, the lessons he's learned about leadership and impact, and how he balances the challenges and excitement of building enterprises that make a real difference in the world.

My guest this week is Jehan Ratnatunga - VP of Strategy and Growth, and a proud co-founder of Who Gives A Crap, the purpose-driven company that makes toilet paper, tissues, and paper towels from 100% recycled or bamboo paper. Since launching in 2012, Jehan and the team have built one of Australia's most recognisable social enterprises - one that combines humour, creativity, and sustainability with real-world impact. Who Gives A Crap donates 50% of its profits to help fund clean water and sanitation projects, while also helping to save millions of trees through their environmentally friendly products. As VP of Strategy and Growth, Jehan focuses on scaling the brand globally while staying true to its mission and playful personality. Beyond his role at Who Gives A Crap, he is an experienced storyteller and strategist, with a passion for showing how business can be both impactful and joyful. In this episode, we explore Jehan's journey as a co-founder, how Who Gives A Crap grew from a bold crowdfunding campaign into a global household name, and the lessons he's learned about leadership, impact, and building a brand that people truly love.

My guest this week is Yasmin London - CEO of The Digital Fluency Group, a leadership specialist, digital safety advocate, and former NSW Police Force officer. Yasmin has dedicated her career to empowering leaders and young people to navigate the complex digital world safely and purposefully. She has worked extensively with youth experiencing cyberbullying and mental health challenges, helping them build resilience and confidence online. At The Digital Fluency Group, Yasmin focuses on First Movers - leaders and organisations who step boldly into new opportunities, adopt innovative strategies early, and set new standards for digital leadership and impact. Beyond her CEO role, she is a sought-after coach, speaker, and mentor, guiding individuals and teams to combine technology, human skills, and purpose to drive meaningful change. In this episode, we explore Yasmin's journey from policing to digital leadership, her work on digital safety, her First Movers approach, and how leaders can thrive in the intersection of technology and human impact.

My guest this week is Tara Anderson - CEO of Social Traders, a leader who is helping reshape business so that purpose and profit go hand in hand. At Social Traders, Tara works to build a thriving social enterprise sector, and supports traditional businesses to embed social value through social procurement and ESG practices. She brings international experience across social enterprise, charities, social innovation and for-purpose intermediaries in the UK, Europe and Australia. Her career spans strategy, business development, innovation, marketing, impact, and cross-sector collaboration. She's designed and implemented organisation-wide strategies for growth and diversification, and repositioned brands to deliver greater societal benefit. This conversation with Tara also kicks off our new Short Takes on Purpose series, created in collaboration with Social Traders, where each fortnight we'll explore powerful ideas and practical insights from leaders driving impact through business. In this episode, we explore Tara's journey into the for-purpose sector, how Social Traders is making impact through business, and what it takes to lead with both heart and strategy in a world demanding more ethical, equitable models of enterprise.

A decade after receiving a Grammys Lifetime Achievement award, R&B/disco band Earth, Wind & Fire are ready to share their celebration. CBS will air this past 4th of July's holiday weekend concert tapings at The Hollywood Bowl; guess when to watch it: The 21st night of September! Praising 55 musical years, I countdown 10 hits I recommend to get you started. Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann CatenaPlaylist: 10. “Sing A Song” (1975)9. “Fantasy” (1977-1978)8. “Can't Hide Love” (1975-1976)7. “That's the Way of the World” (1975)6. “Got to Get You Into My Life” (1978)5. “Let's Groove” (1981)4. “Reasons” (1975)3. “After the Love Has Gone” (1979)2. “Shining Star” (1975)1. “September” (1978)Maurice White on drums: "Rescue Me" - Fontella Bass (1965); Billy Stewart - "Summertime" (1966); Betty Everett - "You're No Good" (1963)Mentioned Media: "Free" - Deniece Williams (1976); The Emotions"You Can't Hide Love" - Creative Source (1973)"You Want My Love" - Lucky Daye feat. Earth, Wind & Fire (2021)"Can't Hide Love" (cover) - Edwin McCain"Got to Get You Into My Life" - The Beatles (1966)HItch's "Reasons" film clip (2005)Goldmember's 1975 time machine scene (2002)Related Episodes: Ep. 103 - Earth, Wind & Fire's "September"Ep. 226 - Beatles Cover SongsEp. 265 - Quincy Jones FavoritesEp. 297 - Sly Stone's Music ImpactEp. 304 - MTV Adds Country & CBS to VMAsFollow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Spotify playlists. 

My guest this week is Danielle Mifsud - Community Director at Humans of Purpose Academy, an extraordinary coach and advocate who plays a transformative role in the lives of our members. At the Academy, Danielle leads with compassion and vision, creating a safe and empowering space for women who have experienced domestic and family violence. She curates masterclasses with our amazing partners, equipping members with practical tools for recovery, growth, and job readiness, while also linking them with employment opportunities and networks of support. Beyond her leadership role, Danielle is a gifted coach who provides 1-to-1 guidance for Academy members. Her deep listening, encouragement, and practical strategies have helped many women rebuild confidence, reclaim their independence, and take powerful steps toward new beginnings. In this episode, we explore Danielle's journey into coaching and community leadership, the unique vision behind Humans of Purpose Academy, and how safe, supportive environments can spark lasting transformation for survivors.

Fetishized is a memoir-in-essays by Kaila Yu--a former pin-up model and lead singer of the all-Asian American female rock band Nylon Pink. The book delves into her personal journey as she confronts--and unpacks--the complexities of being both the object and agent of fetishization in a media landscape shaped by stereotypes and colonial mindsets. Her memoir interrogates harmful portrayals--from geishas in Memoirs of a Geisha, to the Austin Powers twins in Goldmember, to the character in Full Metal Jacket, and even pin-up iconography figures like Sung-Hi Lee. These archetypes--and the lack of diverse Asian representation--led Yu to internalize the painful belief that sexualizing herself was her only path to perceived value or desirability. Ultimately, Fetishized is a path toward self-reclamation. It's an unflinching look at the violence of objectification, balanced with deep empathy for the fractured relationships we might have with beauty, desire, and our own bodies.

My guest this week is Luan Lawrenson-Woods - women's health advocate and host of the Regarding Me podcast, which helps women build the confidence and tools to self-advocate in their healthcare. At 46, Luan received a breast cancer diagnosis that changed the course of her life. Her experience navigating the health system inspired her to create Rewritten Me, Australia's first podcast on post-mastectomy reconstruction, and later Regarding Me, where she shares her Six Self-Advocacy Steps alongside expert interviews and lived stories. Her story has been featured on Nine News and The Today Show, and she is building platforms that ensure women are heard, informed, and empowered in decisions about their bodies and health. In this episode, we explore Luan's journey from personal health crisis to public advocate, why self-advocacy is vital for women navigating complex systems, and how sharing her story has inspired a movement for change.

LOVE GOOOOOLD!!! Austin Powers in Goldmember Full Movie Reaction Watch Along:   / thereelrejects   Visit https://huel.com/rejects to get 15% off your order! Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery (1997) Movie Reaction:    • AUSTIN POWERS: INTERNATIONAL MAN OF MYSTER...   Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me (1999) Movie Reaction:    • AUSTIN POWERS: THE SPY WHO SHAGGED ME (199...   Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Aparrel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ With Austin Powers 4 currently in the works, Aaron & Johnald complete their Shagadelic Marathon, giving their Austin Powers in Goldmember Reaction, Recap, Commentary, Analysis, & Spoiler Review! Aaron Alexander & John Humphrey take on the outrageous 2002 spoof comedy Austin Powers in Goldmember, the third film in the beloved spy parody franchise directed by Jay Roach (Meet the Parents, The Campaign). Mike Myers (Wayne's World, Shrek) once again delivers multiple hilarious performances as Austin Powers, Dr. Evil, Fat Bastard, and the eccentric villain Goldmember. This time, Austin teams up with Foxxy Cleopatra, played by Beyoncé (Dreamgirls, The Lion King), to stop Dr. Evil and Goldmember from using a time machine to take over the world. The ensemble cast includes Michael York (Logan's Run) as Basil Exposition, Robert Wagner (Hart to Hart) as Number Two, Seth Green (Family Guy, Robot Chicken) as Scott Evil, and Verne Troyer as Mini-Me. The film also features memorable cameos from Tom Cruise, Gwyneth Paltrow, Danny DeVito, Steven Spielberg, Britney Spears, and Kevin Spacey in the iconic opening sequence. Packed with over-the-top humor, outrageous disguises, the hilarious "Hard Knock Life" rap with Dr. Evil and Mini-Me, and plenty of pop-culture references, Goldmember cemented itself as one of the most quotable and absurd entries in the Austin Powers series. Whether it's Austin's awkward reunion with his father Nigel Powers (Michael Caine, The Dark Knight, The Cider House Rules), Beyoncé's stylish spy antics, or Goldmember's bizarre obsession with gold, the movie remains a nostalgic comedy trip and a defining parody of early 2000s pop culture. Follow Aaron On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealaaronalexander/?hl=en Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/  Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My guest this week is Claire O'Rourke - campaigner, communicator, and author of Together We Can, a book that shines a light on everyday Australians taking action on climate change. Claire is dedicated to helping people and communities respond to the climate crisis with hope, courage, and practical solutions. She currently works with the Climate Council and has held leadership roles with Solar Citizens and the Every Australian Counts campaign, driving grassroots action and national conversations that create meaningful change. Her work draws on more than two decades of experience in journalism, communications, and social change, spanning Australia and overseas. Through her storytelling, writing, and advocacy, Claire helps people see that climate action isn't just possible - it's already happening all around us. In this episode, we explore what it takes to build a hopeful movement for change, how ordinary people can find their place in tackling the climate crisis, and Claire's journey from journalism to becoming a national voice for climate solutions.

My guest this week is Dr Hannah Tonkin - lawyer, international human rights advocate, and the inaugural NSW Women's Safety Commissioner. Dr Tonkin took up the role in February 2023 and now leads efforts across the NSW government to strengthen responses to domestic, family, and sexual violence. Her work focuses on fostering collaboration between government, non-government organisations, and the broader community, ensuring victim-survivors have a meaningful voice in shaping policy and programs. Prior to this appointment, she worked as an international human rights lawyer with the United Nations, served as Director of Disability Rights at the Australian Human Rights Commission, and practiced as a barrister in London and Adelaide. She also brings exceptional academic credentials, holding a PhD in International Law and a master's in civil law from the University of Oxford as a Rhodes Scholar, along with law and science honours degrees from the University of Adelaide. In this episode, we explore whole-of-government leadership in reducing gendered and family violence, how human rights principles can inform safety policy, and Dr Tonkin's journey from international advocacy to becoming NSW's foremost advocate for women's safety.

On this episode we finally sample the Buffalo Trace Kosher Wheat while talking about Project Hail Mary, catching boomers, Goldmember, pouring whiskey over chunky ice cubes, spice on the edges, bourbon with a little thought, unpacking the bottle novel, a 7 year Weller that we're calling Buffalo Trace, anticipatory cleansing, a cooking metaphor, pairing this with Weller, have we been blown away, the upper echelon is limited, the back end of the boom, why is Trace still the thing,  store picks are where it's at, Kyle's Scrappy Doo tattoo, where the real magic happens, playing Dan's advocate, and we can't wait to be proven wrong   Support Us On Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DrepandStone We'd love to hear from you! https://linktr.ee/DrepandStone Don't forget to subscribe! Music by @joakimkarudmusic Episode #308

This week, I got to talk with Kaila Yu about her memoir Fetishization: A Reckoning with Yellow Fever, Feminism, and Beauty.  We dive into her experience growing up amidst yellow fever, how her self image was affected, and how she learned to love and accept herself.Fetishization: A Reckoning with Yellow Fever, Feminism, and Beauty SynopsisNo one fetishized Kaila Yu more than she fetishized herself. As a young girl, she dreamt of beauty. But none of the beautiful women on television looked like her. In the late '90s and early 2000s Asian women were often reduced to overtly sexual and submissive caricatures—the geishas of the book-turned-film Memoirs of a Geisha; the lewd twins, Fook Mi and Fook Yu, in Austin Powers in Goldmember; Papillon Soo Soo's sex worker character in the cult Vietnam War movie Full Metal Jacket; and pin-up goddess Sung-Hi Lee. Meanwhile, the "girls next door" were always white. Within that narrow framework, Kaila internalized a painful conclusion: The only way someone who looked like her could have value or be considered beautiful and desirable was to sexualize herself.Blending vulnerable stories from Yu's life with incisive cultural critique and history, Fetishized is a memoir-in-essays exploring feminism, beauty, yellow fever, and the roles pop culture and colonialism played in shaping pervasive and destructive stereotypes about Asian women and their bodies. Yu reflects on the women in media who influenced her, the legacy of U.S. occupation in shaping Western perceptions of Asian women, her own experiences in the pinup and import modeling industry, auditioning for TV and film roles that perpetuated dehumanizing stereotypes, and touring the world with her band in revealing outfits. She recounts altering her body to conform to Western beauty standards, allowing men to treat her like a sex object, and the emotional toll and trauma of losing her sense of self in the pursuit of the image she thought the world wanted.  Get Bookwild MerchCheck Out My Stories Are My Religion SubstackCheck Out Author Social Media PackagesCheck out the Bookwild Community on PatreonCheck out the Imposter Hour Podcast with Liz and GregFollow @imbookwild on InstagramOther Co-hosts On Instagram:Gare Billings @gareindeedreadsSteph Lauer @books.in.badgerlandHalley Sutton @halleysutton25Brian Watson @readingwithbrian

On this week's DMV Mess Hall, Rally Captain and Tailgate Ted • Rally shares his recap from the Patriots preseason game and is take on why the team struggled so badly • React to Terry coming off PUP but not being at the stadium vs. the Bengals — does it actually mean anything? • Give their thoughts on the reported 1st-team offense struggles without Terry • Share their initial reactions when the Brian Robinson Jr.news broke • Debate if Bill Merritt and Chris Rodriguez Jr. can handle the workload? • Discuss worried were they after Jayden's TD run — and should he have played more? • Comment on possible Tailgating rule enforcement • Share that Gold Member discounts on food reduced this season • Hypothesize Who earned a roster spot… and who may have lost one#terrymclaurin #JaydenDaniels#WashingtonCommanders#HTTC#RaiseHail

My guest this week is Laura O'Reilly – entrepreneur, disability sector innovator, and co-founder of Hireup, Fighting Chance, and Avenue, three groundbreaking ventures transforming opportunities for people with disability across Australia. Laura has dedicated her career to creating solutions inspired by the experiences of her brother Shane – building the kinds of services and opportunities that would benefit him, and in turn, countless others. Her work is fuelled by a family united in purpose, each contributing their strengths to create positive, lasting change for people with disability. Drawing on her background in law, advocacy, and social enterprise, Laura has built organisations that challenge the status quo and centre the voices and needs of people with disability. Through relentless advocacy and creative problem-solving, she and her family have shown what's possible when love, determination, and vision come together. In this episode, we explore how personal experience can spark powerful social innovation, the importance of designing services that enable people to live full and self-directed lives, and why Laura believes community-led solutions are the key to lasting change.

My guest this week is Dr Dionne Payn – social entrepreneur, impact investment specialist, and Founder of Women4Homes, a groundbreaking initiative working to end homelessness for women by 2030 through values-aligned property investment. Dionne has spent her career designing ethical investment solutions that prioritise both social and financial returns. With a background in chemistry, property development, and social enterprise, she brings a rare interdisciplinary lens to one of Australia's most urgent challenges: housing justice. At the heart of Dionne's work is a bold vision – to empower a million women to invest in homes for other women, while building financial security themselves. Her approach blends systems thinking, community-led design, and inclusive investment models to unlock new pathways from crisis to stability, and ultimately, ownership. In this episode, we explore the structural drivers of housing inequality, what a more equitable system could look like, and why dignity, choice, and long-term thinking must be at the centre of every housing solution.

For the last 6,000 years humans have idolized gold. After listening to this episode you'll be idolizing Chubstep for its vast knowledge transfer to you the listener. Steed and Jrad start with not so easy to open plastic packages, why bald Steed is buying women's shampoo, and ignoring annoying people that are talking to you before getting to the main topic. The guys cover all aspects of gold from the man who got ripped off to start the gold rushes, the original cursed California gold man, how little gold has been discovered, dangers of gold mining, recent gold thefts including a gold toilet, having laws screwing you out of gold discoveries, eating gold, and Goldmember to Ben Affleck.

My guest this week is Mike Davis – social entrepreneur, systems thinker, and Head of Social Innovation and Impact at Good Shepherd, one of Australia's leading organisations supporting women, girls and families. Mike is best known as the founder of Humans of Purpose and has spent the past decade working across sectors to embed strategy, storytelling, and systems change in the heart of purpose-led organisations. Now at Good Shepherd, he's focused on harnessing innovation – including the emerging role of AI – to drive scalable, sustainable outcomes for communities. With deep roots in the for-purpose ecosystem, Mike brings a rare combination of practical experience, strategic foresight and values-driven leadership. He's passionate about helping mission-led organisations embrace the future with clarity, confidence, and compassion. In this episode, we explore Mike's definition of innovation, his vision for inclusive tech adoption in the social sector, and why now is the time for courage, systems thinking, and bold experimentation.

My guest this week is Elloise Bridge – a proud Gija woman, emerging community leader, and Gender Officer at SURGE (Support Unit for Gender Equality), where she provides technical and administrative support to strengthen gender equality outcomes in Australia's development programs. Elloise is deeply committed to social justice and cultural empowerment. With a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Gender Studies and a background in politics, she has pursued a career in international development as a junior Gender Equality and Social Inclusion specialist. Her work spans grassroots not-for-profit organisations in the First Nations and Gender-Based Violence sectors. Elloise also serves on the Australian Government's Prevention of Gender-Based Violence Youth Advisory Group, contributing to initiatives aimed at decreasing gender-based violence in Australia. At SURGE, Elloise collaborates with a team dedicated to providing high-quality, responsive technical assistance that supports and improves the quality and effectiveness of Australia's investments and programming related to gender equality and women's empowerment. In this episode, we explore Elloise's journey into the field of gender equality and social inclusion, her experiences working at the intersection of Indigenous advocacy and international development, and how she is contributing to systemic change through her roles in SURGE and the Unity of First People of Australia (UFPA).

This week, Prince of Darkness and all-around nice man Ozzy Osbourne passed away. We discuss his music, his legacy and his cameo in the classic film Austin Powers in Goldmember. Also, Tom recalls the time he met the man himself at a record store.For full-length weekly bonus episodes check out the TCGTE Patreon!Like the show? Rate Us on Apple Podcasts and let us know what topic we should check out next.Follow Tim on Bluesky: yourpaltim.bsky.social and Instagram: @yourpaltimFollow Tom on Bluesky: tomreynolds.bsky.social and Instagram: @tomreynolds Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

My guest this week is Al Jeffery – integrative psychotherapist, regenerative leadership facilitator, and Co-Founder of both The Base Between and Turning Ground. Al is dedicated to understanding disconnection and restoring connection in our lives, leadership, and communities.Through his work at The Base Between, he explores themes of disconnection prevalent today, designing and facilitating spaces for re-connection in communities, leadership, and individuals' lives. At Turning Ground, Al continues this mission, focusing on creating environments that foster belonging and purpose.  In this episode, we delve into Al's journey from youth entrepreneurship to becoming a guide for personal and societal transformation. We discuss the importance of inner work in leadership, the role of community in personal growth, and how embracing our full selves can lead to more authentic and impactful lives.

My guest this week is Sherilee McManus - a proud Wiradjuri woman and the Director of Engagement & Outcomes at Life Without Barriers, a national social purpose organisation committed to partnering with people to change lives for the better. Sherilee brings a deep commitment to cultural connection and equity. In her current role, she plays a key part in shaping inclusive practice across the organisation, and in 2024, led the Life Without Barriers Head Office NAIDOC Week event - designed to help non-Indigenous Australians experience NAIDOC as a true celebration of culture. Prior to this, Sherilee served as Acting National Manager of Stakeholder Relations within Hearing Australia's First Nations Services. There, she worked to improve hearing health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children through culturally safe engagement and service design. Across all her work, Sherilee is guided by respect for Country, Culture, and Community - ensuring that First Nations voices are not only heard but centred in the decisions that impact their lives. In this episode, we talk about Sherilee's leadership journey, the importance of cultural celebration and inclusion, and how she's helping shape a more respectful, just, and connected Australia.

Nand Mulchandani's time as chief technologist for the CIA has come to an end. In an email to FedScoop, Mulchandani announced that his last day with the intelligence agency was June 21, exactly three years to the day that he was sworn in as its first CTO in 2022. Though he's stepping down from the CTO role and as a full-time agency employee, Mulchandani said he will retain a role as an adviser to the CIA. Separately, in a public post on LinkedIn, he said he's “planning to return to my roots in the tech industry as an entrepreneur, board member and advisor, and to spend time in academia.” Playfully, he now lists his latest role on his LinkedIn profile as the founder of an entity called “Sharks with Lasers,” a comical reference to the concept brought to life by Dr. Evil in the film “Austin Powers in Goldmember.” Mulchandani wrote: “I'll deeply miss the Agency, its mission, and my friends and colleagues there, and will always be grateful for an experience that was, in every way, life changing.” Mulchandani also spent three years in the Department of Defense as chief technology officer for the Joint Artificial Intelligence Center, a predecessor organization for what is now the Chief Digital and AI Office. There, he played an important role in institutionalizing the Pentagon's centralized AI capacity. After nearly three decades of federal service, Winston Beauchamp announced on July 4 that he's departing from his role within the Department of the Air Force. Beauchamp began working for the department in 2015, and most recently served as the director of security, special program oversight and information protection within the Office of the Secretary of the Air Force. In that role, he oversaw the Air and Space Forces' highly-classified special access programs (SAP) and worked on insider threat mitigation. But Beauchamp's 29-year career spans across multiple positions at the Department of the Air Force, the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) and the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI). By and large, he either led or was involved in several critical events within the national security space — so much so that someone once described him as “the Forrest Gump of the national security world.” In an exclusive interview with DefenseScoop, Beauchamp shard more about his decadeslong career and what's on the horizon with his departure. The Daily Scoop Podcast is available every Monday-Friday afternoon. If you want to hear more of the latest from Washington, subscribe to The Daily Scoop Podcast  on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify and YouTube.

My guest this week is Fiona Harrison - Indigenous Australian chocolatier, storyteller, and the founder of Chocolate On Purpose, a purpose-driven business blending couverture chocolate with Australian native botanicals. Based in Millthorpe, NSW, Fiona works with corporate gift buyers to help them find truly meaningful, distinctly Australian gifts - gifts that not only delight the senses, but deepen cultural understanding. Through her handcrafted Bush Food Chocolate range, Fiona shares the traditional use of native botanicals by First Nations Peoples, building respect for ancient wisdom through the universal language of chocolate. Certified by the Savour Chocolate & Patisserie School, Fiona has twice taken first place in the Mr Chilli Chocolate Competition and has had her dark chocolate range certified vegan by Vegan Australia. Her creations have been featured in Qantas lounges during NAIDOC Week and selected by major organisations across sectors - from KPMG to the Australian College of Nursing - to celebrate and honour Indigenous culture. At Chocolate On Purpose, Fiona's motto is: “Yindyamangidyal Marramarra - With Respect and Honour we Create.” That ethos lives in every bar she makes and every story she tells - transforming chocolate into a powerful medium for truth-telling, reconciliation, and connection. In this episode, we talk about Fiona's journey into chocolate making, the role of food in cultural education, and how she's helping Australian businesses give with both impact and intention.

My guest this week is Louise Muszynski – digital strategist, systems thinker, and Managing Partner at Digital Purpose, a purpose-led tech company building custom digital solutions for social impact organisations. Louise is deeply committed to bridging the gap between bold ideas and practical digital execution. With a background in systems design and strategy, she's helped countless organisations launch secure, scalable tech products that serve real-world missions - without requiring founders to be technical experts. At Digital Purpose, Louise works alongside a certified team to co-create digital tools that are values-aligned, human-centred, and built to last. From telehealth to education to advocacy, her work supports purpose-led leaders in scaling their impact through thoughtful, future-proof technology. In this episode, we explore Louise's journey into the purpose-driven tech space, the rise of inclusive innovation, and how she's helping to rewrite the rules of who gets to build and lead in tech.

My guest this week is Bianca Bartlett –sustainability advocate, circular economy strategist, and co-founder of The Full Circle Collective, a purpose-driven initiative working to turn waste into community value through upcycling, repair and reuse. Bianca is a passionate believer in the power of local, community-led solutions to tackle environmental challenges. With a background in environmental management and sustainability, she has played a key role in launching initiatives that shift how we think about consumption, waste and community wellbeing. Through The Full Circle Collective, Bianca partners with local businesses, social enterprises and grassroots organisations to promote circular economy principles - offering workshops, retail experiences and education that help people make more sustainable choices. In this episode, we explore Bianca's journey from environmental management to community changemaker, the real-world challenges of building a circular economy project, and her vision for a more sustainable and connected future.

The Saints need to sign a corner to make sure Isaac Yiadom doesn't cause them to lose a 4th round comp pick. Plus who will replace Derek Carr as most hated Saint in 2025. And we answer patrons mailbag questions.We are presented by Hardhide Ponchatoula Strawberry Whiskey.If you love the Discord Chat Replay, become a Gold Member to get replay access to it every week!Get commercial free versions of all episodes AND access to our private Discord by becoming a Patron AT ANY LEVEL!! Amazon Prime users can support Saints Happy Hour FOR FREE! Instructions on how are here and link to help us is here. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

My guest this week is Nandeeta Maharaj – social entrepreneur, marketing and impact strategist, and founder of Goods 4 Good, a certified social enterprise marketplace helping people shop their values and create impact with every purchase. With a bold vision to become the “Amazon of social enterprise,” Nandeeta created Goods 4 Good to connect consumers with purpose-driven products that support mental health, environmental sustainability, animal welfare, and poverty alleviation. Today, the platform features over 60 social enterprises and 500+ ethical, values-led products from Australia and around the world. Nandeeta's journey is powered by her background in marketing, communications, and social impact—and a strong belief that business can (and should) be a force for good. She's also a proud Catalysr and WSU Launchpad alum, mentor at WAGEC and Young Change Agents, and a recent winner of the 2025 Social Enterprise Business of the Year award from the South Asian Business Awards. In this episode, we dive into Nandeeta's founding story, how she's scaling impact through e-commerce, and the lessons she's learned as a purpose-driven entrepreneur building for the long haul.

My guest this week is Kylie Flament – sustainability leader, systems thinker, and CEO of the Social Enterprise Council of NSW & ACT (SECNA), the peak body for social enterprise in the region. Kylie is a passionate advocate for using business as a force for good. With a background in large-scale systems transformation, impact leadership, and environmental sustainability, she helps drive the growth of businesses that put people and planet before profit. Through her work at SECNA and beyond, Kylie is focused on unlocking the potential of social enterprises to build a more inclusive, regenerative economy - one that supports community wellbeing, meaningful work, and long-term resilience. In this episode, we explore Kylie's journey from climate-focused corporate work to the heart of the social enterprise movement, the power of values-aligned leadership, and what it takes to transform systems from the inside out.

Dave Choate of the Falcoholic stopped by to talk 2025 Falcons, make fun of the rest of the NFC South, and try and talk himself into Atlanta's defense not ruining everything...We are presented by Hardhide Ponchatoula Strawberry Whiskey.If you love the Discord Chat Replay, become a Gold Member to get replay access to it every week!Get commercial free versions of all episodes AND access to our private Discord by becoming a Patron AT ANY LEVEL!! Amazon Prime users can support Saints Happy Hour FOR FREE! Instructions on how are here and link to help us is here. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

My guest this week is Ben Thompson – employment law expert, tech entrepreneur, and founder & CEO of Employment Hero, a global platform transforming how small and medium-sized businesses manage HR, payroll, and employee engagement. Ben began his career in employment law, witnessing firsthand the challenges businesses face in managing their workforce. This experience inspired him to create Employment Hero in 2014, aiming to simplify employment processes and make them more rewarding for everyone. Under Ben's leadership, Employment Hero has grown to support over 300,000 businesses and more than 2 million users worldwide, offering tools that streamline HR tasks, enhance compliance, and provide valuable employee benefits. In this episode, we delve into Ben's journey from legal practice to tech innovation, his insights on building a purpose-driven company, and how Employment Hero is shaping the future of work.

Should we drink the Spencer Rattler hype and we have part 2 of our 2024 Season Bad takes exposed. Plus Ralph asks dumb questions and enrages everyone.We are presented by Hardhide Ponchatoula Strawberry Whiskey.If you love the Discord Chat Replay, become a Gold Member to get replay access to it every week!Get commercial free versions of all episodes AND access to our private Discord by becoming a Patron AT ANY LEVEL!! Amazon Prime users can support Saints Happy Hour FOR FREE! Instructions on how are here and link to help us is here. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week Kelley and Jordan go over, "Austin Powers in Goldmember." In this episode they are very mad about Lilo & Stitch, Jordan doesn't know if he's watched Mission Impossible 3, they don't understand Doctor Evil's scientific endeavors, and make a plan to give everyone a second mother.Use our special link https://zen.ai/0LmmcoxSI8fB_4ix3nioEncL0–7XVkMKbLJizxRQqXv4 to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan.Ready to shop better hydration, use our special link https://zen.ai/0LmmcoxSI8fB_4ix3nioEr1GvXnsPkWemdSR5s0AtUc to save 20% off anything you order.Listen to us on Apple Podcast, Spotify, or anywhere else you listen to podcastsApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/so-you-think-youre-iconic/id1528462095Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1sV5jnnsnI7mcCk3pA7yVT?si=rD_0rUScQS2y2arFbbJZPg&dl_branch=1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sytyipodcast/Twitter:  https://twitter.com/SYTYIPODCASTYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClWbWmlH_IEXGy9Dbbeg--A

We make 3 wishes for 2025 Saints involving Cam Jordan sacking the Falcons, offensive line heath, Alvin Kamara, and Bub Means!We are presented by Hardhide Ponchatoula Strawberry Whiskey.If you love the Discord Chat Replay, become a Gold Member to get replay access to it every week!Get commercial free versions of all episodes AND access to our private Discord by becoming a Patron AT ANY LEVEL!! Amazon Prime users can support Saints Happy Hour FOR FREE! Instructions on how are here and link to help us is here. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

My guest this week is Sharalyn Drayton – counsellor, supervisor and founder of The Women's Healing Sanctuary, a powerful initiative supporting women to reconnect with their inner wisdom, strength, and sacred purpose. Through therapeutic support, restorative retreats, and nurturing environments grounded in trauma-informed care, Sharalyn creates space for transformation - where women experiencing exhaustion, trauma, or distress can rest, heal, and reclaim their voice and power. Her work draws on deep experience in the mental health sector and a profound respect for the journey associated with grief and loss.  In this episode, we explore Sharalyn's path to founding The Women's Healing Sanctuary, the role of therapeutic community in recovery, and how safe, sacred spaces can lead to profound personal and collective healing.

Should the Saints consider trading Chris Olave? We recap all our terrible 2024 season takes, Saints start OTAs and the show turns into a travel pod?We are presented by Hardhide Ponchatoula Strawberry Whiskey.If you love the Discord Chat Replay, become a Gold Member to get replay access to it every week!Get commercial free versions of all episodes AND access to our private Discord by becoming a Patron AT ANY LEVEL!! Amazon Prime users can support Saints Happy Hour FOR FREE! Instructions on how are here and link to help us is here. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We remind you the NFC South is still absolute trash with breakdowns of all these trash teams. Don't fear any of them.We are presented by Hardhide Ponchatoula Strawberry Whiskey.If you love the Discord Chat Replay, become a Gold Member to get replay access to it every week!Get commercial free versions of all episodes AND access to our private Discord by becoming a Patron AT ANY LEVEL!! Amazon Prime users can support Saints Happy Hour FOR FREE! Instructions on how are here and link to help us is here. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

My guest this week is Thea Stinear – educator, leader, and passionate advocate for the transformative power of learning. Thea is the CEO of Cool.org, an organisation revolutionising education by providing teachers with free, high-quality, curriculum-aligned resources that embed environmental, social, and economic sustainability into all subjects and curriculum areas. ​ With over 16 years of experience in the education sector, Thea has witnessed firsthand the profound impact of quality education in fostering opportunity, growth, understanding, and hope. ​ In this episode, we explore Thea's journey from classroom teacher to CEO, her insights on developing leadership in young people, and her vision for education as a platform for lifelong growth.

In this week's Patrons Discord chat we talk Shough, cap space, 2025 season vibes, and do you believe in Saints winning more than 4 games? Thomas Morstead return possibilities. We are presented by Hardhide Ponchatoula Strawberry Whiskey.If you love the Discord Chat Replay, become a Gold Member to get replay access to it every week!Get commercial free versions of all episodes AND access to our private Discord by becoming a Patron AT ANY LEVEL!! Amazon Prime users can support Saints Happy Hour FOR FREE! Instructions on how are here and link to help us is here. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

My guest this week is Sam Crosby - oral storyteller, myth guide, and founder of Recalling Fire, an initiative rekindling our wonder for life through the ancient art of traditional storytelling. Sam is also the host of Drop The Map, an audio series that invites listeners to explore their life paths into the unknown, using mythic tales as a compass. Through immersive storytelling experiences, Sam leads individuals and communities to access the uncanny clarity and potency of ancient stories as they meet our modern day. In this episode, we delve into Sam's journey from personal transformation to becoming a torchbearer of oral tradition, and how he's using myth and story to help others navigate the complexities of contemporary life.

YEAH BABY! We're headed to the swinging 60's where secret agent, Austin Powers (Mike Myers) and partner, Mrs Kensington (Mimi Rogers) are hot on the trail of Dr. Evil (also Mike Myers) in his plan to take over the world. When Dr Evil fails in his attempt, he freezes himself, inserts himself into a Big Boy and launches into space with his cat Mr. Bigglesworth. In order to fight Dr. Evil on his return, Austin has also frozen himself and 30 years later when the Big Boy lands, Austin also comes back. Disoriented, Austin has to learn to acclimate himself to the 90s and after meeting with Basil Exposition (Michael York) he's set up with MISS Kensington (Elizabeth Hurley). Dr. Evil has also reunited with his lackeys, Patty O'Brien (Paul Dillon), Mustafa (Will Ferrell), #2 (Robert Wagner) and Frau Farbissina (Mindy Sterling) who introduces him to his son, Scott (Seth Green). It's our happening and it's FREAKING us out! Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery, this week on Doom Generation. Support this podcast at patreon.com/doomgeneration