Hosted by Luke Biermann, Curious AF is a podcast for the endlessly inquisitive. What started as a deep dive into the grit behind hard things like building businesses and running ultra marathons has evolved into a broader exploration of life’s most fascinating questions and experiences. From endurance and entrepreneurship to psychedelics, parenting, spirituality, and everything in between, Curious AF is a space to follow curiosity wherever it leads. Each episode features candid conversations ...
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How to Retrain Your Brain for Peak Performance and Lasting Change with George Haymaker III
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1:15:42What if the key to transforming your life lies in understanding the most powerful organ you have, your brain? In this episode, Luke sits down with George Haymaker, entrepreneur, recovery advocate, and neuroscience educator, to unpack how the brain shapes our habits, addictions, and ultimately, our ability to change. George shares his raw and powerf…
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#22 Psychedelics, Transformation, and Responsibility with Lincoln Stoller
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1:15:54In this thought-provoking episode, Luke sits down with Lincoln Stoller for a deep exploration of psychedelics, altered states, and the transformative power of breaking patterns. They dive into the science and philosophy behind lucid dreaming, hypnosis, and psychedelic experiences, unpacking how these states can disrupt limiting beliefs, reframe tra…
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#21 Psychedelics, Purpose & the Remembered Self with Austin West
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1:03:18In this deeply honest and expansive episode, Luke sits down with certified psychedelic practitioner and men’s coach Austin West to unpack the hidden roots of addiction, shame, purpose, and transformation. Austin shares his journey from a high-achieving but numbed-out lifestyle, trading one addiction for another, to a path of purpose, inner alignmen…
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#20 You Were Never Unworthy: Reclaiming Self-Love with Gissele Taraba
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1:16:08In this deeply reflective episode, Luke sits down with author, teacher, and compassion advocate Gissele Taraba to unpack the layers of conditioning that shape our self-worth, and how to break free from them. From the relentless pressure to achieve, to the silent scripts we absorb in childhood, this conversation dives into what it truly means to fee…
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#19 Addiction, Prison, and Peace: Run That Rehab - Dennis Espiritu
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1:03:33In this raw and powerful episode, Luke sits down with Dennis Espiritu, the man behind @runthatrehab, to unpack a life once ruled by heroin, crime, and prison, and how he turned it all around. Dennis shares openly about growing up feeling isolated, the lure of belonging that led to drugs and street life, and the harsh realities of addiction and jail…
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#18 The One Mental Shift That Changes Everything with Terry Tucker
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56:04In this powerful episode, Luke sits down with former SWAT negotiator, motivational speaker, and author Terry Tucker to explore the hard-earned wisdom that has guided him through cancer, career transitions, and the challenge of redefining success. Terry shares the four core truths he lives by, principles born not from theory but from lived experienc…
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#17 How Compassion Could Save Your Company with Bruno Cignacco
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1:09:21In this episode of the Curious AF Podcast, Luke sits down Dr Bruno Roque Cignacco international business consultant and author of The Art of Compassionate Business. Bruno shares how his decades in traditional business strategy led him to a powerful realisation, people-first companies outperform the rest. They dive into the practical ways leaders ca…
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#16 How Failure and Outsourcing Saved My Business with Juen Phie
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1:01:08In this episode, Juen Phie shares his extensive experience in the business world, starting with his early days studying and working in accounting, to his adventures and challenges in Malaysia. Juen recounts his attempt to establish a Boost Juice-like business in Malaysia, subsequent sales roles, and a mentor-mentee relationship that influenced his …
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#15 One Man’s Journey to Reconnect Through Travel with Tyson Pratt
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1:43:33In this episode, Tyson Pratt shares what led him to step away from the day-to-day of running his business and take his family on a 12-month road trip around Australia. He talks about the challenges of preparing to leave, the mental shift it took to truly switch off, and the unexpected clarity that came from slowing down. From juggling business resp…
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#14 Who Are You Becoming? Identity, Self-Awareness, and Real Change with Mike Scott
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1:29:17In this deep and refreshingly honest conversation, Luke sits down with business coach, entrepreneur, and performance strategist Mike Scott to explore the power of self-awareness, identity, and discipline. They unpack why self-care is not indulgent but essential for showing up for the people you love, and how fundamental habits like sleep, movement,…
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#13 Redefining Success in Business and Life with Brian Njuguna
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1:18:20In this deeply human and wide-ranging conversation, Luke sits down with Brian Njuguna to explore his incredible journey—from growing up in Kenya to practicing law in remote South Australia, and eventually founding one of the country’s most innovative mental health practices. Brian shares stories of sleeping in creek beds to represent Aboriginal cli…
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Guest: Jess Peil, a multi-time ultra marathon runner, endurance athlete, and passionate advocate for Bravehearts. She is best known for completing Triple 7—seven marathons in seven states in seven days, seven years in a row, using each run as a platform to raise funds and awareness for child protection. With over $300,000 raised to date, Jess combi…
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#11 - Building a Business vs Building a Life - Deep Reflections - Trevor Keen
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1:34:30Guest: Trevor Keen, an Entrepreneur, Founder & CEO of Conscious Healthcare SA. From scaling businesses to mastering work-life balance, Trevor shares insights on leadership, ambition, and taking six weeks off while his company thrived. Host: Luke Biermann, Managing Director of Mechanical Seal Engineering Pty Ltd, Councillor of Pump Industry Australi…
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#10 - Breaking Barriers: Leading in a Male-Dominated Industry - Kylie Kinsella
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44:00Guest: Kylie Kinsella, a Managing Director of Regent Holdings and the President of Pump Industry Australia, leading multiple companies with a strong vision for industry innovation and growth. With a wealth of experience in leadership and business strategy, she is a driving force in the sector. Host: Luke Biermann, Managing Director of Mechanical Se…
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#9 - Building Success Through Outsourcing - Linh Podetti
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43:55Guest: Linh Podetti, Founder & CEO of Outsourcing Angel, Host of EO Business Podcast, Versatile Entrepreneur, Speaker, Presenter, Mentor, and Author. Host: Luke Biermann, Managing Director of Mechanical Seal Engineering Pty Ltd, Councillor of Pump Industry Australia, Forum Chair of Entrepreneurs Organisation Adelaide, and Founder of Hard Stuff Podc…
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#8 Antarctic Marathons, Private Jets & Mental Resilience - Googzy Thorpe
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1:11:41Guest: Googzy Thorpe, an ultra-runner, mental health advocate, and adventure seeker who completed the unimaginable—7 marathons on 7 continents in 7 days. Host: Luke Biermann, Managing Director of Mechanical Seal Engineering Pty Ltd, Councillor of Pump Industry Australia, Forum Chair of Entrepreneurs Organisation Adelaide, and Founder of Hard Stuff …
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#7 Confronting Darkness, Global Lobsters, and Building a Business from the Ground Up - Ryan Jones
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1:12:35Guest: Ryan Jones, Founder & CEO at Refuel Creative, Digital Adelaide Organizer, EO Adelaide Board Member, Speaker, Marketer, and Digital Technology Specialist Host: Luke Biermann, Managing Director of Mechanical Seal Engineering Pty Ltd, Councillor of Pump Industry Australia, Forum Chair of Entrepreneurs Organisation Adelaide, and Founder of Hard …
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Guest: Greg Fell, a Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years of clinical practice experience. He provides therapeutic psychology services for adults and older adolescents and has experience working with diverse and vulnerable clients. Greg consults on a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, stress, anger management, grief and loss,…
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#5 The Call To Adventure - Evan Williams
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1:02:05Guest: Evan Williams, an adventurous entrepreneur dedicated to bold pursuits, family, and living a fulfilling life Host: Luke Biermann, Managing Director of Mechanical Seal Engineering Pty Ltd, Councillor of Pump Industry Australia, Forum Chair of Entrepreneurs Organisation Adelaide, and Founder of Hard Stuff Podcast The Call to Adventure: Evan Wil…
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#4 Busselton Ironman Recap - Shaun Bennett
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46:23Guest: Shaun Bennett, An experienced ultra-runner and endurance athlete known for his resilience, dedication, and ability to balance intense training with work and family life. Host: Luke Biermann Busselton Ironman Recap: In this episode of the Hard Stuff Podcast, host Luke Biermann discusses his Busselton Ironman experience with his friend and ult…
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#3 Entrepreneurship and Mental Health - Sian Williams
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1:05:58Guest: Sian Williams, Founder & CEO of Here2Home, Owner of GRIT Consulting Firm, Member Engagement Chair for Entrepreneur’s Organisation and Incoming President Host: Luke Biermann, Managing Director of Mechanical Seal Engineering Pty Ltd, Councillor of Pump Industry Australia, Forum Chair of Entrepreneurs Organisation Adelaide, and Founder of Hard …
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Guest: Ricky Chau, Managing director of Taste Studios and Co-founder of BYO Foods Host: Luke Biermann, Managing Director of Mechanical Seal Engineering Pty Ltd, Councillor of Pump Industry Australia, Forum Chair of Entrepreneurs Organisation Adelaide, and Founder of Hard Stuff Podcast Navigating Entrepreneurship: Challenges, Exits, and Growth: Join…
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Guest: Shaun Bennett, An experienced ultra-runner and endurance athlete known for his resilience, dedication, and ability to balance intense training with work and family life. Host: Luke Biermann, Managing Director of Mechanical Seal Engineering Pty Ltd, Councillor of Pump Industry Australia, Forum Chair of Entrepreneurs Organisation Adelaide, and…
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