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We sail back in time to Sydney 2000! Alison explores the origins of the official Olympic mascots, Syd, Millie, and Olly, and the Paralympic mascot Lizzie. But Sydney doesn't stop with the mascot fun--the hosts of the Sydney 2000 recap show The Dream brought us Fatso, who stole the athletes' and fans' hearts....and caused some controversy along the way.  See one of Fatso's best moments here: https://youtu.be/dJZS6DdS9xI?si=BjalIj50J6EA4-WB   Then Jill heads across Sydney Harbor to the sailing competition to revisit the men's sailing competition, specifically the Two Person Keelboat (Star) and One Person Dinghy (Laser). Death looms in the background of both of these competitions, the fat lady eventually sings, and karma says g'day. See some of the wild action between Ben Ainslie and Robert Scheidt here: https://youtu.be/twM3ZBS1irA?si=l8za0HTllVz-fFuH   For a transcript of this episode and a full sourcelist, please visit http://flamealivepod.com.   Thank you to our ongoing contributors and patrons! This show thrives because of our listeners. Want to give back? Learn more here.   Thanks so much for listening, and until next time, keep the flame alive!    *** Keep the Flame Alive: Games History Moment with hosts Jill Jaracz & Alison Brown is released monthly. In 2025, these episodes explore the Sydney 2000 Olympics and Paralympics Look for our regular episodes every week, with daily editions during the Olympics and Paralympics. Support the show: http://flamealivepod.com/support Bookshop.org store: https://bookshop.org/shop/flamealivepod   Hang out with us online: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flamealivepod Insta: http://www.instagram.com/flamealivepod X: http://www.twitter.com/flamealivepod Facebook Group: hhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/flamealivepod Newsletter: Sign up at https://mailchi.mp/ee507102fbf7/flamealivepod VM/Text: (208) FLAME-IT / (208) 352-6348            

A visit to Sydney Harbor expands Paula Garrett's horizons.

It's a little different this week, as we bring you all the action from our live podcast from UFC 312 weekend in Sydney! Featuring guests Nick Cody, Ash Wicks, Josh Culibao, Jamie Mullarkey and John Wayne Parr, this is a chaotic and unscripted hour of laughs, stories and comedy! Presented by FORTY FOOT Irish Whiskey. Use code FOOK10 for 10% off all orders at Engage.

Welcome to Day 2539 of Wisdom-Trek. Thank you for joining me. This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom Day 2539 – Pressing Forward - A Christ-Centered Perspective on the New Year Putnam Church Message – 12/29/2024 A Christ-Centered Perspective on the New Year For our Christmas Eve service, we learned what it means to ‘Live in Christ, Daily' and were encouraged to bring light into every corner of the world. This week is the final Sunday of 2024, and to extend our previous message, we must be Pressing Forward with a message titled “A Christ-Centered Perspective on the New Year.” Opening Prayer: Heavenly Father, as we gather on this final Sunday of 2024, we pause to reflect on Your faithfulness throughout the year. Thank You for walking with us through every joy and challenge. As we look to Your Word today, open our hearts to hear Your call to press on toward the purpose You have for us. Teach us what it means to live as citizens of heaven, with our eyes fixed on Christ. Inspire us to move forward with renewed faith and hope in the year to come. In Jesus's name, we pray. Amen. Introduction: A Year's End and a New Beginning As we gather on this final Sunday of 2024, we find ourselves at the crossroads of time—looking back at the year that was /and looking forward to the coming year. It's a time of reflection, thanksgiving, and anticipation. Around the world, year-end traditions help people mark this transition: from fireworks in Sydney Harbor/ to the dropping of the ball in Times Square,/ from sharing resolutions/ to symbolic rituals like cleaning houses or eating special foods. These traditions, though varied, share a common theme: leaving the old behind and embracing the new. As Christians, this is also a fitting time to reflect on our spiritual journey. Today, we'll turn to Philippians 3:12-21 (NLT), where the Apostle Paul uses the image of a race to describe the Christian life—a race that calls us to press forward, forgetting the past and striving toward the future God has for us. Reading: Philippians 3:12-21 (NLT) “I don't mean to say that I have already achieved these things or that I have already reached perfection. But I press on to possess that perfection for which Christ Jesus first possessed me. No, dear brothers and sisters, I have not achieved it, but I focus on this one thing: Forgetting the past and looking forward to what lies ahead, I press on to reach the end of the race and receive the heavenly prize for which God, through Christ Jesus, is calling us. Let all who are spiritually mature agree on these things. If you disagree on some point, I believe God will make it plain to you. But we must hold on to the progress we have already made. Dear brothers and sisters, pattern your lives after mine, and learn from those who follow our example. For I have told you often before, and I say it again with tears in my eyes, that there are many whose conduct shows they are really enemies of the cross of Christ. They are headed for destruction. Their God is their appetite, they brag about shameful things, and they think only about this life here on earth. But we are citizens of heaven, where the Lord Jesus Christ lives. And we are eagerly waiting for him to return as our Savior. He will take our weak mortal bodies and...

Beth Ditto is my guest on this episode of That's How I Remember It. Earlier this year, Beth and her band The Gossip came back after a 12 year break to release the excellent Real Power LP. We talked about that as well as the first Gossip tour, Cindy Lauper, The Monkees, hair metal, Gossip records vs. solo records, and a beautiful party on a boat in Sydney Harbor in 2006 that we both attended. Amazing talk, huge thanks to Beth for joining me.

Former Australian Navy Clearance Diver Paul de Gelder has something to say to anyone who thinks their having a bad day..."but did you get eaten?" I mean...he has a point...since a bull shark took his right and leg during an attack in Sydney Harbor...and, let's face it...who better to be, pretty much, the face of Discovery's Shark Week than a guy who has stared into that gaping maw and lived to tell the tale??

SailGP returns to the iconic waters of Sydney Harbor on February 24- 25 for the eighth event of SailGP Season 4. Ahead of the eight event of Season 4, Todd Harris, Stevie Morrison, and Emily Nagel breakdown 3 Big Questions to set the scene for an exciting weekend of F50 racing! - How will big winds and big action affect the fleet? How crucial is communication between key roles while racing the F50? - Nathan Outteridge steps in for Peter Burling aboard New Zealand, should there be any worry? - Make or Break team for some teams across the fleet, who to look out for this weekend? Stay up to date by following our socials and sign up to the SailGP newsletter: http://sailgp.com/subscribe.

Welcome to the Instant Trivia podcast episode 1060, where we ask the best trivia on the Internet. Round 1. Category: Quick Study 1: Etymology is the study of the origin of these--it's time to use yours. words. 2: It's the study of crime and punishment and the management of prisons. penology. 3: It's the study of the glands and hormones. endocrinology. 4: If you know that vexillology is the study of these, we salute you. flags. 5: Though not an -ology, it's the study of coats of arms. heraldry. Round 2. Category: The Cracker Barrel 1: "The snack that smiles back", this kids' favorite from Pepperidge Farm comes in pizza and Parmesan flavors as well as Cheddar. Goldfish. 2: As well as the traditional type, Manischewitz also makes this unleavened bread in the form of smaller crackers. matzo. 3: Since 1934 we've been finding new toppings for "Putting on" these round classics. Ritz. 4: Keebler bills Town House Flipsides as buttery crackers with the added taste of this salty snack. pretzels. 5: Despite their name, these teensy crackers contain no shellfish. oyster crackers. Round 3. Category: Honorary U.S. Citizens 1: A city and a bay in this state derive their names from the most recent honoree, Revolutionary War hero Bernardo de Gálvez. Texas. 2: Winston Churchill, the first honorary citizen, had the honor conferred on him April 9, 1963 by this man. Kennedy. 3: This Quaker who founded a U.S. colony and his wife were given ex post facto citizenship for their farsighted reforms. (William) Penn. 4: The law making him a citizen said he "secured the help of France to aid the United States' colonists against Great Britain". Lafayette. 5: Named "Righteous Among the Nations" by Israel in 1963, this Swede was named an honorary citizen in 1981. Wallenberg. Round 4. Category: Presidential Quotations 1: In 1865 he said, "Whenever I hear someone arguing for slavery, I feel a strong impulse to see it tried on him personally". Lincoln. 2: John Quincy Adams called this, which his father signed, "a light of salvation and redemption to the oppressed". the Declaration of Independence. 3: In a 1976 Playboy interview, he said, "I've committed adultery in my heart many times". Jimmy Carter. 4: On August 18, 1988 he told the GOP National Convention, "I want a kinder, gentler nation". George H.W. Bush (George... Bush... the dad accepted). 5: After this April 1775 battle John Adams said, "The die was cast, the Rubicon passed". Concord and Lexington. Round 5. Category: It'S Harbor Day! 1: There's a 225-ton lady eternally greeting visitors at the entrance to this harbor. New York Harbor. 2: Darwin Harbor was named in 1839 by John Stokes, a surveyor aboard this ship. the Beagle. 3: On Dec. 16, 1773 the locals decided to give this harbor an unusual bit of pollution, and the world would never be the same. Boston Harbor. 4: About 400 miles at its widest point, this sea has harbors in Riga, Latvia and Klaipeda, Lithuania. the Baltic Sea. 5: Here's a view from this bridge named for the water below. Sydney Harbor. Thanks for listening! Come back tomorrow for more exciting trivia!Special thanks to https://blog.feedspot.com/trivia_podcasts/ AI Voices used

Australians ushered in 2023 with fireworks and festivities across the nation. The city's reputation for hosting one of the best New Year's Eve parties on earth lived up to the hype as more than eight tonnes of fireworks were launched from landmarks. Lsiten the views of some who gathered to watch the spectacular fireworks at Sydney harbour. - دنیا بھر کی طرح آسٹریلیینز نے بھی اس بار نئے سال کی آتشبازی اور جشن کووڈ کے خوف سے باہر نکل کر منایا۔ سڈنی کے ہاربر برج کی آتشبازی کی پوری دنیا میں دھوم مچی اور سڈنی ہاربر پر جشن سال نو 2023 کا آغاز دیکھنے والوں میں سے کچھ نے نصف شب کی آتشبازی کے سحر انگیز مناظر کو خواب اور بہت سوں نے اسے ناقابلِ فراموش تجربہ قرار دیا ۔ سنئے ہاربر برج کا فائیر ورکس دیکھنے والوں کے تاثرات۔

Good News: Climate reparations became a reality in the past year! The Good Word: Listen to “To the New Year”, by W.S. Merwin. Good To Know: An incredible fact about a presidential descendant… Good News: Research has shown ways that individuals can help fight climate change, Link HERE. Wonderful World: Check out the massive New […]

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Hi there and welcome back to another episode.You will be deeply inspired and moved by my guest today, the wonderful Indira Nadu, a highly respected and popular journalist, broadcaster and author.During her 30-year award winning career in journalism, Indira has hosted and reported for some of the country's most distinguished news and current affair programs, but nothing had prepared her for what came two years ago.In the grip of a global pandemic, Indira's beloved youngest sister walked out into her suburban backyard and took her life. Indira's world was shattered.Turning to her urban landscape for solace, she found herself drawn to a fig tree overlooking Sydney Harbor. A connection began to build between the two - one with a fractured heart, the other a centurion, offering quiet companionship while asking nothing in return.The Space Between the Stars  is the heart-rending book she wrote about her experience and is well described by actor David Wenham as, “A tender, touching and at times bloody funny meditation on life. And death. And how to live.”Sitting in on our conversation in this episode, you'll be inspired by Indira's insatiable curiosity for people and the world - and how she was eventually able to refocus on the positives of the 48 years she had with her sister rather than the loss…Her story is a wonderful example of what Ernest Hemingway may have meant when he said so well, “Write hard and clear about what hurts.”Putting things on paper – for yourself or others - allowing yourself to be open even if it feels like the hardest or most painful thing you've ever done, can be so helpful.Some of the key things you'll learn in this episode:Practical insights into how to deal with grief – including not being afraid of it.How to support other people dealing with grief.The healing power of nature.How journaling and the process of writing can help make sense of emotions and bring perspective.How silver linings can be found even in the deepest and most raw situations.The beauty of being part of a community.How when dealing with grief or tragedy, asking ‘What meaning is there in this for me?' is more helpful that asking ‘Why?'. I know you'll enjoy this episode – and I'd LOVE to hear what you took from it – so please let me know in our Dream Life Podcast Facebook group here or in the comments section below. Sharing with like-minded people is inspiring for us all.I trust this episode inspires you to pick up a journal and start writing regularly – to experience the many benefits of putting pen to paper, even if just for yourself. Browse our beautiful journals here if you need a new one.And please share this episode with anyone you know who is going thru grief.I'll be back next week with another guest so be sure you're subscribed to the podcast, so you don't miss. Love,Dream Life Founder   SHOW NOTES:Find Indira's book, The Space Between the Stars hereJoin the Dream Life Podcast Facebook Group here - and jump into discussions and learning with like-minded people.If you love this episode, don't forget to subscribe for more inspiration – and please tell us what you thought by leaving us a review! Find yourself a beautiful new personalised journal here.Come see a glimpse of my morning walks in local forests. Where I get my daily fix of nature. RESOURCES:Take your first step to getting clarity on what you want from life with this free bonus dreaming exercise here 101 Dreams Audio Guide Learn more about my Personal Growth / Book Club - GROW here.Learn more about my Habit Clubhere.Help up spread this inspiring message to even more people by sharing our podcast on social media with the hashtag #101milliondreamers Download a review of Kristina's Top 10 Favourite books of all timeBuy Your Dream Life Starts Hereaudio book, by Kristina KarlssonBuy Your Dream Life Starts Heree-book, by Kristina KarlssonShop inspiring and meaningful products at The Dream Life Storehere.Follow Kristina on Instagram Follow Kristina on Facebook

A woman who chained herself to a car blocking the Harbour Tunnel has been re-arrested for breaching bail. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

During the attack on Pearl Harbor the Japanese dispatched 5 Type A midget submarines[1], each carrying two men and two torpedoes[2]. The night before the attack at 6:45am the destroyer USS Ward came across 1 of 5 midget submarines trying to enter the harbor and opened fire on it sinking it, this was the first official shot of the Pacific War. One midget submarine shot a torpedo at Seaplane tender Curtiss missing and another, Ha-19 was captured on December 8th. These failures led the IJN to upgrade their midget submarines in the hopes of attempting another strike on a harbor. This episode will be about the attack on Sydney Harbor   [1] I-16,I-18,I-20,I-22 and I-24, Ko-hyoteki-class [2] They also had swords and pistols to commit suicide with if caught

Paul de Gelder was an Australian Royal Navy Clearance Diver participating in a counter terrorism exercise in Sydney Harbor when he was attacked by a 12 foot Bull Shark. The attack ultimately took Paul's right hand and right leg... and some time figuring out life. He did not want fear from that experience to determine his path, so he immediately put himself back in the ocean. Today Paul works as a co-host on Discovery Channel's Shark Week, frequently swimming with sharks if not feeding them by hand.

An estimated 70–80% of the MSW generated in Africa is recyclable, yet only 4% of MSW is currently recycled. 5% of all textiles go to the dump every year, according to the World Economic Forum, enough to fill Sydney Harbor annually. In a state with growing businesses and clothes manufacturers, the issue of fast fashion that is quickly disposed of is adding to a dire solid waste management crisis. We speak with Ken Ajah, owner of fabrics by Nonso, on the solutions, what he sees happening with implemented government strategies, and where he thinks the future of waste management and sustainable fashion are headed in Abia state, and Nigeria as a whole. Links used for references are below:  Defeating environmental degradation in Abia (PDF) Analysis of Post-Consumer Solid Textile Waste Management among Households in Oyo State of Nigeria AfricA - Waste Management Municipal solid waste management in Aba, Nigeria: Challenges and prospects  Captions of transcript available on our YouTube Page Head to https://newsly.me/ and use promo code PLANETPALS to receive a 1-month free subscription on the revolutionary app that lets you listen to news, podcasts, and pretty much the internet in one place.

Climate change is wreaking havoc on land via extreme weather events like wildfires, hurricanes, floods, and record-high temperatures. Glaciers are melting and sea levels are rising. And of course, the ocean isn't immune to all this upheaval; our seas are suffering rising water temperatures, pollution from plastics and chemicals, overfishing, and more. A British startup is tackling one vitally important component of ocean damage: restoring coral reefs, and in the process, protecting the coastlines they sit on and fostering marine ecosystems within and around them. Ccell was founded in 2015 by Will Bateman, a civil and environmental engineer whose doctorate at Imperial College London involved studying the directional effects of extreme ocean waves. Bateman applied that research in founding the company, which uses an “ultra-light curved paddle” to harness energy from waves, combining this energy with an electrolytic technique to grow artificial reefs. Here's how it works. A structure made of steel is immersed in the sea—a modular design with units 2.5 meters (8.2 feet) long and up to 2 meters (6.5 feet) high means the reefs can be customized for different areas—then low-voltage electrical currents produced by wave energy pass between the steel and a metal anode. This produces oxygen at the anode and causes the pH to rise at the cathode (the steel), causing the dissolved salts that naturally exist in seawater to calcify onto the steel and turn to rock. It's a slow process—the rock grows at a rate of about 2.5 centimeters (1 inch) per year—but Ccell claims the method accelerates coral growth, enabling fragments of broken or farmed corals to grow faster than they would on natural reefs. The reefs are considered “hybrid” because they're not fully natural, but once they've been in the water for a while, they essentially act as a substrate on which many components of a natural reef can thrive. Besides housing thriving ecosystems of marine life that include everything from coral to fish, lobsters, clams, and sea turtles, reefs also help protect the shorelines they're near by breaking down waves. While large waves tend to be destructive, small waves can actually re-deposit sand on the beach and help preserve it. Because Ccell's reefs are porous, they induce turbulence in waves and further reduce their force before they reach the shore. Beaches in areas that draw tourists are particularly interested in keeping their sand. Ccell installed its first reef substrate over the summer at Telchac Puerto, a resort near the city of Mérida on Mexico's Yucatan peninsula. If the reef succeeds at protecting the shoreline and fostering a healthy marine ecosystem, Ccell will likely be installing many more like it in the near future. Artificial reefs aren't a new idea. One similar to Ccell's was installed in Sydney Harbor in 2019, and around the world are reefs made from decommissioned oil rigs, aircraft carriers, or ships. What sets Ccell apart is the electrolysis that helps rock form (which is based on a technology called Biorock that the Global Coral Reef Alliance has been using since 1996), and the fact that it's now going commercial. It's not just beach resorts that are taking note of hybrid reef technology. DARPA's Reefense project is looking to hybrid reefs to “mitigate the coastal flooding, erosion, and storm damage that increasingly threaten civilian and Department of Defense infrastructure and personnel.” Crowdcube, a British investment crowdfunding platform that led Ccell's seed funding, estimated a global market of £50 billion ($67 billion) for hybrid reefs, noting that Quintana Roo—the Mexican state adjacent to Yucatan, where Cancun and other popular resorts are located—spent around £7.7 million ($10.3 million) per mile to add sand to its beaches, and 6 to 8 percent of that washed away within a year. A more cost-effective, long-term solution is in order. Ccell appears to be on the right track, but at a rate of one inch of rock growth per y...

In Episode 058 I fly to Marina Del Rey CA to sit down with Paul De Gelder. Paul is an amazing person, and his positive energy is straight up contagious. Paul was an Australian Army veteran and then switched to the Navy to become a Navy Diver. While conducting a training exercise with the Navy in Sydney Harbor, Paul was attacked by a Bull Shark and was nearly killed. Paul lost an arm and a leg in the attack but has not let that slow him down for a second. He's now a public speaker, author, conservationist, part owner of Striker Coffee, Co-host of “The Dirt Down Under” conservation podcast and a host for the Discovery Channel. This was a powerful episode as Paul shows us all how a positive perspective and perseverance can turn an unfortunate event into positivity and opportunity. I got a lot out of talking to Paul and I'm sure you will too! And ladies if you're anything like my wife prepare to fall in love with his Australian accent! Links to his website and podcast will be available in the show notes. Please enjoy Episode 058 of the Endless Endeavor Podcast.   --- Connect with Paul on: Instagram: @pauldegelder Web: https://www.pauldegelder.com Book: https://www.amazon.com/Uncaged-Paul-Gelder/dp/0645226416 The Dirt Down Under Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dirt-down-under/id1574427797 Connect with me on: Instagram: @granderson33 Check out my linktr.ee: https://linktr.ee/Granderson33 Episode resources: LMNT drinklmnt.com/endlessendeavor for a free variety sample pack just pay $5 shipping here in the US. Visit www.curednutrition.com, check out their product line and use coupon code ENDLESS for 10% off. Save 15% with coupon code ENDLESS when you snag your delicious order at www.paleovalley.com. If you enjoy the show, make sure to give the Endless Endeavor Podcast a rating via your favorite audio platform OR on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCieFsr26t9cyPDKMbLQJzXw/featured!

South Australians are expected to learn on Monday whether the statewide lockdown will end on Tuesday Australia has made a deal for another 85 million doses of Pfizer to be used as booster shots from February next year. A giant metal sculpture originally destined for Sydney Harbor is sitting in an Adelaide storage shed awaiting a new home in the city. Port Adelaide chairman David Koch has backed a “no jab, no entry” proposal for the return of AFL crowds See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New York nightlife is back in full swing and we are living for it -- Mijon even took a note from Art Simone and finally danced in the club to Chromatica!! With the first season of Drag Race Down Under coming to a close, it was only right to discuss the finale with a couple of fabulous Aussie queens; and the lovely Bree Vin-Ammyl and Krystal Kleer have us covered. We deep-dive into the final episode, the drama on Drag Race España, and even talk about drag at a funeral!On the pod:Drag Race Down Under episode 8, “Down Under Grand Finale” Kita Mean takes home the first Down Under crown and we couldn't be happier! Scarlet Adams apologized for blackface but the problem goes deeper Seriously, what was Ru Paul wearing?  Could Art Simone's dress have touched the floor?  Did Trixie and Katya make Karen From Finance famous before she was ready?  The queens' final interviews: who actually made Ru laugh Drag Race España episode 3, “Mocatriz” Unpacking ‘Mocatriz' Supremme is slaying her looks!! Inti's dramatic exit About our guests:Krystal Kleer is both your wildest dream and your worst night terror, perfectly balanced on a 6.5-inch single sole pump. Known as the Lip-Sync Assassin, this Queen will never cease to surprise, dazzle, and amaze you whether she's a magical green garden troll or an albino fairy with kaleidoscope eyes. Krystal performed for icons like Kylie Minogue, Dawn French, Baz Luhrmann, and Cher. Worked for clients like Marc Jacobs, Bundaberg Rum, Biscuit Anderson, Airbnb and Fox Sports. Other personal highlights include performing at the Sydney Opera House, being photographed atop the Sydney Harbor bridge for Sydney LGBT Mardi Gras, and being crowned Miss Dragnation 2018. Personable, witty, and dangerously funny, there is no way to explain the ethereal beauty that is Krystal Kleer.   Bree Vin-Ammyl is an Aussie queen based just outside of Sydney NSW. She has been doing drag professionally for 10 years and worked in all of Sydney's iconic bars including Stonewall Hotel, Midnight Shift, and the Imperial Hotel (of Priscilla fame), and worked alongside some of Down Under's most iconic queens! Including Carlotta, Maxi Shield, Tora Hymen. Not to mention playing hostess to a number of the Ru girls while they toured Down Under. Lately, she hosts regular trivia “The Big Fact Hunt” and bingo nights in the Wollongong and greater Sydney region. When she's not entertaining, she can be found styling wigs for local theatre and queens from all over or behind the sewing machine whipping up a frock for her next gig!FOLLOW KRYSTALInstagram: @krystalkleerofficialFacebook: Krystal KleerTikTok: @krystalkleerofficialFOLLOW BREEInstagram: @thatssobreevinFacebook: Bree TaylorTikTok: @thatssobreevinFOLLOW NICK Instagram: neprobst and grow_withnickTwitter: neprobst  FOLLOW MIJON Instagram:majorzu FOLLOW THE HUNTYS Instagram: whisperinghuntysFacebook: whisperinghuntysTiktok: whisperinghuntysTwitter: huntywhisperingWhispering Huntys Website  Whispering Huntys is an Apocalypse Podcast Network Podcast. Sign up to our Listserv: http://eepurl.com/hfnySr

Special Guest: Gail Hamilton - Published Author of Soaring Into Greatness - Amazon Book Link: https://www.amazon.com/Soaring-into-Greatness-Womans-Vision/dp/1500994324 Please join our conversation today as we speak with Gail Hamilton who is the Published Author of her personal Memoir - Soaring Into Greatness. ***Trigger Alert - Please be advised the Topic of Sexual abuse & Suicide are discussed in this Episode*** Gail began life in 1953 in Indianapolis, Indiana, only weighing 2 pounds and two-and-a-half months premature. The doctors put Gail and her twin brother in separate incubators for six weeks. The 100% pure oxygen for 24/7 left Gail with partial vision enabling her to watch TV inches from the screen, read headline-size newsprint, and distinguish bright colors. She points out that she loved to draw, play with her shadow, and look at picture books. Her twin, (who was not affected) played happily together with her older brother, getting in and out of trouble, riding bikes, and chasing butterflies. Dad and Mom didn't know how to handle my blindness. They punished when they should have nurtured, and coddled when they should have let me learn. They had a difficult time showing any feelings except those of anger, pain, hate, and fear. Though later in life my Dad's mantra was “Have fun kid,” as a child, happiness and joy were not a part of my vocabulary or experience. Gail has had the pleasure of building and owning her former Habitat for Humanity home, written and published her memoire, Soaring into Greatness, a Blind Woman's Vision to Live her Dreams and Fly, became Ms. Colorado Senior America Queen 2013, fourth runner up in the National Ms. Senior America Pageant, traveled to Australia and climbed the Sydney Harbor bridge and attended “Carmen” at the Sydney Opera House, and now have my sixth Seeing Eye dog. Gail has spoken to audiences in Florida, New Jersey, Indiana, South Dakota, Colorado, and California. She has also been on radio and TV, and more than 25 podcast shows (three outside the USA: Canada, England, and Australia) and have written more than 50 blogs covering topics as “Playing in the Dark,” “Follow Your Dog,” and “How to Say Goodbye.” Please reach out to Gail if you feel connected to her journey Below: Website: http://www.soaringintogreatness.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/gail.hamilton.9231 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soaring.into.greatness Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gaillhamilton YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2ETmkavYKd75Gz9NKBgPhw --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/toxicshadows/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/toxicshadows/support

It’s always wonderful to catch up with friends and fellow plantstrong powerhouses! Today, we're thrilled to welcome Paul de Gelder back to the podcast. You can catch his first interview here in season one. In 2009, Paul was a Royal Australian Navy Clearance Diver on a training exercise in Sydney Harbor when he was viciously attacked by a nine-foot bull shark. He came precariously close to death, as you’ll hear him recount today. As a man who faced death face-on, he knows a thing or two about fear. How do you handle fear and uncertainty? How do you navigate dark times and turbulent waters? You double-down on structure, routine, and strength, as Paul emphasizes today. From the start, instead of anger or depression, Paul committed his recovery and new life to one of conservation, compassion, and commitment - not just to our planet, but to the animals that nearly killed him. He's a regular host of Sharkweek on the Discovery Channel where he takes celebrities like Will Smith and Mike Tyson on shark dives to raise awareness of the beauty and importance of these creatures that humans fear most. It’s so easy to be inspired by Paul and, as he says, “Once you get past the fear of dying, life becomes more refreshing and free." Episode and PLANTSTRONG Resources: Paul de Gelder Instagram Rip's Rescue - "Make Yourself Heart-Attack Proof - LIVE on March 18th - Register for FREE PLANTSTRONG Rescue 10x - Hop on the waitlist for our next session. PLANTSTRONG Meal Planner - use code: STARTFRESH for a 14-Day Free Trial. Yes, you have to enter a credit card - but you won’t be charged if you cancel before the trial ends and that’s a click of a button. Enjoy the test drive and get cooking! PLANTSTRONG Foods - Pizza Crust is Back in Stock. Bookmark this page for upcoming food announcements! Theme Music for Episode Promo Theme Music

Ever wondered what makes Barrels & Business host Jade Green tick?It's all here in today's bonus episode. Guest host Joey Wehbe puts Jade in the hot seat. Listen as Jade takes you a journey from trailer and trauma to triumph, to lessons learned on the soul-sucking search for significance. Jade serves like she surfs: no holds barred. Authenticity is her thing, and she gets real with us about her life experiences. Her story is one the backwoods of Penrith, to a Sydney Harbor apartment, to finding her authentic self all over again.Along the way, Jade shares the lessons she's learned about building businesses, creating a meaningful life, and, yes, surfing her way to joy. Hear the practices she uses to make sure everything in her life comes from an authentic place.You'll also get some pointers about building human connections when you travel a lot and making time for yourself.Key points 15:00: Jade's had many raw life experiences, but she wouldn't change her journey.21:10: It's the struggles and the choices made that help you evolve into the person you are today.25:25: Some of Jade's daily practices for building awareness.30:35: Hold space in your life for you. Get an accountability buddy who will help you make that space.36:30: Talking about Jade's new book and how they created the title39:25: About the soul-sucking search for significance42:40: Unpacking society's bullshit rules and falling back into her passion for surfing47:00: Sharing some early surfing experiences52:00: How to sustain connections with people when you're traveling a lot58:30: Don't get caught being busy. Your self-worth isn't tied to your ability to grind away.Key takeaways & quotes If you're not happy, don't stay just because of the bullshit rules of society.Hurt people, hurt people.Life is all about choices. We choose who we want to be. Our past informs us, but it doesn't define who we are today. Too often we just react to things or go through the motions without really asking, "does this really serve me?"You are the only person that can make yourself feel significant.Recognize when you are doing things from an authentic place or if you're doing it for an ego boost."What I knew for sure was that I was a surfer, and the thing that brought me the most joy and made me feel the most me was surfing, and I hadn't been doing it for 17 years."If you're always on the road and looking for connections to people, video conference. It's way better for holding a human connection.We are not alive to grind away until we die. He who has the most toys doesn't win. Stop living life on vanity metrics."It's our responsibility to provide workplaces where people wake up in the morning wanting to go in and feel happy; not wanting to come home and slit their wrists."Connect with Me and the Barrels and Business Community Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/barrelsandbusiness/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jadegreenau/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jadegreenauYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/JadeGreenWebsite: https://www.jadegreen.com.au/Connect with Joey WehbeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/joey.e.wehbeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/joeywehbe88 Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Surprise! You asked to learn more about me, and I'm delivering. Tune in for my interview with Alexandra Joy at the second Superhuman Summit.My story is the epitome of rags to riches. I had it all: power suits, a sports car, and a million-dollar view of Sydney Harbor. But for all the $$ in the bank, my soul felt like it was being sucked into a meaningless black hole.When you understand that the wheel of working, grinding, and achieving is just a soul-sucking search for significance in all the wrong places, you know it's time to change.I walked away from the junk I thought I had to have to design the life I really wanted. I was honored to speak about manifestation, mindset, and the Mindvalley six-phase meditation practice at The Superhuman Summit: Science & Spirituality Series. This series is about how blending science and spirituality enables us to overcome the challenges we face in the world.Not only did I share my personal story, but we chatted about why happiness is the biggest hack to productivity. We are souls here having a human experience; we deserve more than grinding under fluorescent lights day in and day out.Hear about the resources that transformed my life, from the inspiring books to discovering the Mindvalley six-phase meditation practice.Your life is your choice. You, too, can manifest a life that brings you happiness and joy.So listen. Share what you got out of the episode. Let us know what you'd like to learn more about.Key points 18:30: How to start peeling back the onion of your life to live more authentically.20:00: Shine a light on the positives in your life. Start a gratitude practice.22:20: The universe is giving you signs. Are you listening?26:30: How do you even know if you're stuck on a hamster wheel? 31:10: Learning about Mindvalley's six-phase meditation practice38:10: How the meditation practice supports you to find and bring some good juju into your life47:15: Walking the talk: hear my 10-year vision and if I'm living my ideal day right now Key takeaways & quotes "My favorite quote, and one that I live by, comes out of the book Conversations with God. Life is a choice. It is what you choose, and you are in control."Put the soul back in control and you, and you're going to be far more successful. So many of us have forgotten what brings us joy. We've been shat all over, in life, in the corporate world, in the messages the world gives us. Grinding it isn't a badge of honor. Stop. Get to know yourself at the soul-level.Start tuning into your intuition. Give yourself permission, space, and time to feel inspired. Find ways to be quiet and reconnect with your body and what it's telling you. Write down the things you notice at the end of the day. Recognize the feelings you are having and the signs the universe is sending you.Reflect over the last year. Is there any time that the universe has kind of like tapped you on the shoulder and said, "you are not on the right course; I'm going to try and reconnect you?" When you don't get it, maybe it taps a little bit harder and harder.Do you think meditation isn't for you because your mind is so wired? That you can't sit there and think about nothing? Or maybe you don't want to be alone with your thoughts. I was the same way. Why would I want to be stuck with my crazy thoughts? That's why finding Mindvalley's meditation practice transformed my life."Negative self-talk and shit holds us back from being able to progress."Get off the hope-and-pray bandwagon. Manifest in action. Put it out to the universe, and you'll start to get ideas on how something could come about for you. It motivates you into action, and those actions are what make opportunities come. Realize that everybody else has their own soul's journey as well. We have to give them permission to do it; we can't take responsibility for everyone else's journey.Connect with Me and the Barrels and Business Community Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/barrelsandbusiness/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jadegreenau/Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jadegreenauYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/JadeGreenWebsite: https://www.jadegreen.com.au/Mentioned resourcesWhat I know for sure by Oprah Winfrey: https://amzn.to/2XF4oZpConversations with God by Neale Donald Walsch: https://amzn.to/3igT8ft Mindvalley: https://www.mindvalley.comCode of the Extraordinary Mind: https://amzn.to/3oNBulRhttps://ilabforentrepreneurs.comMindvalley 6 Phase Meditation: https://www.jadegreen.com.au/6phaseSuperhuman Summit: https://beingmorehuman.com.au/human-power/ Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

The ball drops in New York’s Times Square. The crowd counts down to Big Ben chiming. Sydney Harbor erupts in fireworks. However your city marks it, there’s something exciting about welcoming in a new year and the fresh start it brings. On New Year’s Day we push out into new waters. What friendships and opportunities might we find? For all its excitement, though, a new year can be unsettling. None of us knows the future or what storms it may hold. Many New Year’s traditions reflect this. Fireworks were invented in China to supposedly ward off evil spirits and make a new season prosperous. New Year’s resolutions date back to the Babylonians who made vows to appease their gods. Such acts were an attempt to make an unknown future secure. When they weren’t making vows, the Babylonians were busy conquering people—including Israel. In time, God sent the enslaved Jews this message: “Do not fear . . . .When you pass through the waters, I will be with you” (Isaiah 43:1–2). Later, Jesus said something similar when He and the disciples were caught sailing in a violent storm. “Why are you afraid?” He said as they panicked, before He commanded the waters to be still (Matthew 8:23–27). Today we push out from the shore into new, uncharted waters. Whatever we face, He’s with us—and He has the power to calm the waves.

In 1942 three midget submarines armed with torpedoes made their way into Sydney Harbour to launch an attack on Allied warships. They were sent by the Imperial Japanese Navy

In 1942 three midget submarines armed with torpedoes made their way into Sydney Harbour to launch an attack on Allied warships. They were sent by the Imperial Japanese Navy

Think about your worst nightmare becoming reality: you're living the life of your dreams, you are part of one of the most elite and admired special forces units in the world, you are a Navy Clearance Diver with the Australian Defense Forces. And then, one day, while you are swimming in Sydney Harbor, suddenly without warning, a massive nine foot bull shark slams into you. It sinks its teeth into your arms and legs and pulls you underwater. And you come to terms with this being the day you're going to die. But then you don't. Miraculously, you slip out of the shark's grip and swim to safety. You are alive, but in the process of surviving, you lost your hand and leg. Literally within seconds, everything you thought constituted your identity was ripped from you. But then you rise through the pain, the fear and the desolation, and you recreate yourself bigger, better, and badder in every aspect than before. This is the incredible story of overcoming unimaginable adversity, pain and fear. And in spite of it all, achieving everything you've ever dreamed of. This is the story of Paul de Gelder. In my conversation with Paul, you'll hear: -Paul's background, growing up as a troubled kid and teenager, dealing with bullying and self harm... 3:00 -What life lessons schools need to be teaching kids...12:15 -How the problems and bad experiences we live through can give us resilience for the future -Finding stability in a military career...19:20 -The importance of sleep as a foundation for good health, and Paul's top hacks for sleep... 24:15 -The process of becoming an elite soldier and what it takes to be a Navy Clearance Diver... 29:00 -Coping with and breaking through your worst fear and making it your ally and motivator... 27:45 -Turning fear into love: advocating for the animal that nearly killed him...1:00:45 -The role of sharks in the eco system of the oceans and why we need to protect them -The positive health effects of switching to a plant based diet -How to sustainably go vegan -Redifining masculinity: what to teach boys to help them become good men -The benefits of being of service to others and how a greater purpose can propel your life into its true potential

(0:00) Show Open: Is College Football Canceled? Two of the "Big Five" Conferences Have Postponed Their Seasons Yesterday, two of the "Big Five" college football conferences announced that they were postponing their seasons . . . and that's a HUGE blow to the NCAA. The Big Ten voted to postpone all fall sports seasons, including football, with the hopes of playing in the spring.  The Big Ten includes schools like Ohio State, Penn State, Michigan, Iowa, Illinois, Wisconsin, Nebraska, and Purdue. Later, the Pac-12 followed suit . . . also nixing sports through the end of the year.  The Pac-12 schools include:  UCLA, USC, Oregon, Washington, Washington State, Arizona, Arizona State, and Stanford. As for the other conferences, the ACC and SEC say their fall football plans remain unchanged . . . and the Big 12 is leaning toward playing this fall. Outside of the Big Five, the Mid-American Conference and the Mountain West conference are also abandoning fall sports. So, does this mean college football in 2020 is doomed?  Not quite. It's possible for the remaining Big Five conferences to continue . . . the SEC previously switched to an all-conference schedule, and the ACC and Big 12 plan on playing a conference-only-plus-one schedule. But with the Big Ten and Pac-12 out . . . it's becoming increasingly difficult for the other conferences to justify playing. Obviously, shutting down college sports isn't ideal on a lot of fronts . . . but we're STILL in the middle of a once-in-a-century pandemic, and the health ramifications of the virus are still being studied. On the flip-side, others believe that America "needs" college sports right now, and they want to see it happen, regardless of the fallout. Legendary college coach Lou Holtz is one of them.  He compared the coronavirus to D-Day . . . quote, "When they stormed Normandy, they knew there were going to be casualties . . . there were going to be risks."  (Here's video.) But even if the NCAA shuts everything down this fall . . . then there are the complications of asking student-athletes to play TWO seasons in 2021, or to have them accept a lost season altogether.  (14:30) Entertainment News   Dwayne Johnson Has Been Named The Highest Paid Actor In The World For The Second Year In A Row Howie Mandel's OCD Means He Can Spend Over an Hour Making Sure He Locked His Door Pornhub searches for Cardi B, Megan Thee Stallion jump after ‘WAP' video DJ Behind Cardi B's Coronavirus Rant Remix Takes on Ben Shapiro's ‘WAP' Rap (27:00) Dating For Dummies Are you looking for Mr. Radical Right? How about the Karen Next Door? There's a new dating site for people who refuse to wear masks and think the pandemic is a hoax.  It's an online forum at -. If I dated a girl from this site, I definitely would not wear a condom. I'm also an STD denier.  This is also a site for terrible lovers. Because if they're selfish in society, you know they will be selfish in bed. We all know the female orgasm is a hoax perpetrated by George Soros anyways, not that all that small dick energy could make one happen if they believed in orgasms. (32:00) Paul De Gelder Shark Week Continues with Navy Diver Who Got Attacked by a Bull Shark & Lost Part of His Right Arm & Leg! Shark Week continues with Paul De Gelder, a former Army paratrooper and Navy Bomb Disposal Diver. While Paul was participating in a training exercise in Sydney Harbor in 2009, a bull shark swam up and attacked him. Paul tried to fight back, but was pulled under water and violently shaken. Suddenly, the shark ripped off part of Paul's right arm and leg. He was fitted with prosthetics and spent months recuperating. Paul now swims with sharks on a regular basis, is involved in shark conservation, and is a motivational speaker. Paul led Mike Tyson out to sea for Mike's new Discovery special “Tyson vs Jaws: Rumble On the Reef” and he serves as the shark guide and host for Will Smith's new Discovery special “Will Smith: Off the Deep End”. Catch both specials during Shark Week on Discovery Channel or anytime on Discovery Go.  Great White Double Trouble airs on Discovery TONIGHT @ 10pm (44:50) Dumbass of the Day   A Man Caught With Drugs in His Pockets Says a Stranger Walking By Gave Him the Pants A Guy Gets a Fine for Breaking Lockdown . . . To Get Away from His Roommate's Loud Sex A guy in Utah tried to order from a McDonald's drive-thru on foot . . . and when they wouldn't make him a burger, he busted into the closed store and assaulted an employee. Couple Assaults Teen Sesame Place Worker Over Masks (54:40) Air Block N Buster The Last Blockbuster in the World Is Being Rented Out on Airbnb for $4 a Night       Support the show: https://podcave.app/subscribe/the-world-famous-frank-show-4eehjczc See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode Todd, Steve and Mike talk about Mike epic sail in Sydney Harbor the week before the Sydney to Hobart race!! raw video from the sail: https://youtu.be/BMztesdmpeAemail us at mikegotadventure@gmail.com www.got-adventure.com

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On my dad's 90th birthday I find myself recalling the moment, in the wake of his passing, that I felt him near. Overlooking the beautiful waters of Sydney Harbor, I recall his coming to me across the miles, across time and space. And I remember how, on that same spot months prior, I had my first conversation with God--it was a pivotal experience. So in this podcast, I meld poignant memory and revelation, and the ways in which we can tether ourselves to the great Divine, and to those who now reside beyond that thin veil between this side and the other. Piano music is my dad's favorite: "Pachelbel's Canon in D" arranged and performed by Jessica Roemischer

In New South Wales, Australia, at the entrance of Sydney Harbor, lies the North Head Quarantine Station. Established in the 1830s, this building was a flimsy line of defense protecting the Australian mainland from shipbound diseases. During its 30 years of activity, many hundreds of infected individuals died in agony within its walls. Men, women, and children died horribly... and continue to appear before visitors to this very day.

In Episode 8 we look at the history of the Sydney Harbor Bridge and the ways people can climb over its massive structure...or not. We tour the Sydney Opera House, which is a World Heritage Site, and learn how politics nearly erased the contribution of the original architect, Danishman Jørn Utzon. For questions or ideas for future topics, contact me on twitter.com/ateacherwhotrav

Change is a Choice. Paul de Gelder wasn't given a choice the day he was attacked by a shark as a clearance diver in Sydney Harbor.  But he did choose how he would react. Using the mantra he’d been taught in the Army to "Improvise, Adapt, Overcome,” Paul was able to fight back from life-threatening injuries and to create a life that exceeds his most wild dreams. In this episode, Paul shares how and why he adopted a plant-based diet and what it’s meant to his health, and his efforts to save the very creatures that nearly killed him. Now a host of Discovery Channel’s Shark Week, Paul is a vocal advocate for shark education and conservation. Buckle-up for this one and prepare to be inspired by someone who will make you question every excuse you’ve ever made.

Interview with Paul de Gelder Adventurer, Shark-attack survivor, Shark week Host “For the first week, I still had a thought that maybe I’ll keep my leg and I was just goal oriented. I was like ok, I’m missing my hand, I processed that. There’s nothing I can do about that but if I keep my leg, maybe life can go on as normal." As if he’s come right out of a Hollywood action blockbuster, the Australian native went from a drug-fueled youth to Army Paratrooper and Navy Clearance Diver, to battling for survival during a bull shark attack in Sydney Harbor. Now he roams the world searching for adventure as an advocate for the very creatures that nearly took his life and he’s not afraid to spill some more blood along the way. IG @PauldeGelder Website PauldeGelder.com GOOD AF Podcast hosted by Matthew Nadu is sponsored by Good Guy Wellness

Please support Scary Mysteries! Check out our Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/scarymysteries... - There's a lot of cool access, giveaways and even a custom episode! Buy awesome original shirts made by Scary Mysteries https://newdawnfilm.com/scary-mysteri... Subscribe for Weekly Videos here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiE8... _________________________________________________________ SCARY MYSTERIES - TWISTED TWO's: William Suff and Yowie #1 William Suff Known as the “Riverside Prostitute Killer” and the “Lake Elsinore Killer,” William Suff was described by his neighbors in Riverside, California as “a friendly nerd who was always doing things to help people.” But underneath that good guy exterior was a monster hiding within. In the 1970s, Suff’s first official murder occurred in Texas. He was convicted by a jury, together with his then-wife, Teryl for beating their two-month old daughter to death. His wife’s conviction was later reversed because of insufficient evidence, William however was sentenced to 70 years in prison but served only 10 before being released in 1984. #2 Yowie Although not as popular as crop circles or alien sightings, Australia has one distinctive tribe that seems to never go away – the Yowie. Described as a group of large, ape-like creatures, the Yowie is the Bigfoot counterpart from down under. These large hairy creatures were part of Australian aboriginal legends but many people today believe the Yowie are actually still around. One of the first accounts of the Yowie was in 1804, inside a book titled, Modern Geography – a Description of the Empires, Kingdoms, States and Colonies: with the Oceans, Seas and Isles: In all Parts of the World by John Pinkerton. Although it was a small comment, it said that one Aborigine population was sharing the Sydney Harbor with another tribe.

The Sydney Harbour Bridge is more than a harbour crossing. It's a place of celebration, protest, adventure and inspiration.

The opening of the Sydney Harbour Bridge on 19 March 1932 was shared by a million people. Although it was a celebration, it was not without politics and drama.

Building the Harbour Bridge was no easy feat, taking over 8 years, 6 million hand-driven rivets, 1400 labourers and the lives of 16 people.

Floating bridges, swing bridges, span bridges, subaqueous bridges, even filling in the harbour were all proposals to join a growing city.

An ever-expanding colonial city in need of a harbour crossing that would take 100 years to realise.

Erik and Sarah cover the pilot episode of "Dance Academy" and learn about Australian sheep farming, real-life ballet companies around Australia, and "The Wharf" in Sydney Harbor where many scenes from "Dance Academy" were filmed.Show Episode: Season 1, Episode 1 - "Learning to Fly"Find us on Twitter: @enpointepodcast

The sounds from a busy spring afternoon on a quiet Sydney harbor neighborhood beach: The periodic ferry and occasional rumble of a sea plane or helicopter flying overhead. Clanging of boat rigging. Laughter and calls of children. Cicadas. Lapping waves. Birds chirping. The simple sounds that herald the coming of summer in a quiet corner of a beautiful city. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

“Your greatest fears can actually become your greatest strengths.”Paul de Gelder Imagine being attacked by a 9-foot bull shark.One moment you’re swimming peacefully in Sydney Harbor. The next minute you’re being rammed and pulled underwater, your leg and arm hopelessly trapped in the shark’s jaw.The pain is unimaginable.Death is certain.But somehow, against all odds, you wriggle free.Ultimately you lose that arm and that leg. But that shark? It doesn’t claim your life.Instead, it gives you an entirely new one.This is the extraordinary and inspiring ‘never say die' story of Paul de Gelder.Truant and wayward throughout his teens, Paul left his Australian home town at an early age to start a new life. Despite some early success in the Australian music scene (he once opened for Snopp Dogg), he failed to find the purpose he so desperately sought. So he joined the Royal Australian Army as a paratrooper in November 2000 at the age of 23 — a defining moment that brought his life structure, discipline and ultimately more meaning than he could have ever imagined.Over the next several years, Paul was deployed as a United Nations peacekeeper, honing the art of jungle and urban warfare, unarmed combat, specialist communications, combat first aid, parachuting, and snipping. Rising through the ranks, Paul ultimately achieved his dream of becoming Royal Australian Navy Clearance Diver — Oz's version of a Navy SEAL. But trouble hunted him down in the form of a brutal shark in February 2009. Paul lost two limbs, and his career as a daredevil Navy Bomb Clearance Diver was flung into jeopardy.Determined to transform the horrific experience into a net positive, he fought through excruciating pain — smashing challenge after challenge — amazing the medical staff with his unparalleled will to succeed. In the 7 years since the shark attack, Paul's life has changed in every aspect. Today he travels the world as a top motivational speaker, passionate environmentalist, adventurer and mentor to school kids. He has spoken at venues all around the world, including the United Nations, promoting ecological conservation and (quite ironically and heroically) shark conservation. Along the way, he continues to dive with sharks all over the world — including Great Whites without a cage.One of Australia's most in demand speakers, Paul has been featured on every major U.S. and Australian media outlet. Since 2014, he has served up co-hosting duties on Discovery Channel's Shark Week, hosts the Nat Geo special Fearless (in which he embedded with an anti-poaching team in Zimbabwe), and worked on behind the scenes footage for the 2016 Hollywood blockbuster The Shallows with Blake Lively.Today I am proud to share Paul's story — a death-defying tale of survival, perseverance, positivity, grit, hope, rebirth and the extraordinary breadth of human possibility.One of the most inspirational people I have ever met, this is a conversation that will leave you breathless — and inspired beyond measure.For the visually inclined, you can watch the podcast on YouTube here.Peace + Plants,Listen, Watch & SubscribeApple Podcasts | YouTube | See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today’s episode is called Birthdays. I was born October 18th, 1970 in Nashville Tennessee to Roy Orbison and Barbara Orbison. Some of my story is that I was created in Australia while my mom and dad were on their honeymoon. I was conceived overlooking the Sydney Harbor and the Sydney Opera House. They continued their […]

“Diversity is one of the biggest things we need to celebrate – we can learn so much from other people.”Louis Cole Ever wonder what it would be like to get paid to travel the world, jetting from one exotic port of call to the next in search of adventure?Now imagine sharing these experiences with millions of people all over the world on the daily.Few could pull this off. But if you feel the allure, then you're in for a treat with this week's guest — because Louis Cole is the master.With almost 2 million subscribers on his Fun For Louis YouTube channel (plus 1.5 million on Instagram), this British-born dreadlocked globetrotter was one of the first (if not the very first) daily travel vloggers to break out — an internet personality so sensational, YouTube crown prince Casey Neistat (RRP 73, 144 & 174) dubbed Louis the godfather of daily vlogging.Louis has crossed India on a rickshaw and skydived high above Dubai. He has skateboarded along Sydney Harbor and sailed a hot air balloon in Kenya. From kayaking in New Zealand to salsa dancing in Cuba, it's just another day of fun for Louis — a guy committed to sucking the marrow out of life.But the true allure of Louis isn't travel. And it isn't vlogging.No, Louis' greatest talent is his ability to inspire wonder. Imbued with a rare enthusiasm for embracing all that life delivers, he has an infectious touch when it comes to encouraging his followers to pursue big dreams while he enjoys his own.After a brief training progress report with my coach Chris Hauth, this week I sit down with Louis to find out exactly how he created such an extraordinary life.This is a conversation about cultivating imagination, then translating that imagination into reality. It's about the mindset, tools and practices required to craft the trajectory of your wildest dreams. And to embrace the life you deserve.An old soul with a big heart, Louis is a truly beautiful guy. I sincerely hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I enjoyed having it.Peace + Plants,Listen & Subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Soundcloud | StitcherJoin us for our next retreat at Ballyvolane in Ireland, July 24-31, 2017. For more information visit ourplantpowerworld.comThanks to this week’s sponsors:MeUndies: The world’s most comfortable underwear! Visit MeUndies.com/ROLL to get free shipping (in the U.S. & Canada) and 20% off your first pair.Zeel.com: Choose one of their 8,000 licensed massage therapists for an on-demand massage, in your own home. To help get you started, Rich Roll listeners can get $25 off their first massage by visiting Zeel.com and adding promo code “ROLL” at checkout.SHOW NOTESConnect With LouisYoutube | Facebook | Twitter | See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.