Best Simon Bowen Podcasts (2025)

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Jack Gance: Building a Retail Empire Through Customer Obsession 49:27

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In this episode of 'The Wisdom Of' Show, host Simon Bowen speaks with Jack Gance, Chairman and Co-Founder of Chemist Warehouse. From opening his first pharmacy in 1972 to creating a multi-billion-dollar retail giant with over 600 stores, Jack shares his customer-first philosophy that transformed Australian retail. Discover his insights on maintaini…

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#233 Peter Varghese: Australia’s former top diplomat in India and ex-DFAT Chief; now Chancellor of UQ (special series with the Australian Government) 1:20:52

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Episode #233 features Peter Varghese — widely regarded as one of Australia’s most influential architects of foreign policy. He currently serves as Chancellor of the University of Queensland and previously held two of the Australian Government’s most senior diplomatic roles: Secretary of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade and Australia’s Hi…

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Uplifting Stories That Inspire Kindness 52:50

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In this episode Samantha and Denise explore the profound impact of kindness through uplifting stories and personal anecdotes. They discuss the ripple effect of small acts of kindness, the importance of empathy, and how kindness can transform lives; sharing heartwarming stories of individuals who have made a difference in the lives of others, also e…

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Bryan Adams: Building Legacy Through Human-Centred Leadership in the Age of AI 1:20:14

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In this episode of The Wisdom Of... Show, host Simon Bowen speaks with Bryan Adams, Co-Founder and CEO of Integrity, one of America's largest insurance and wealth management firms. From his upbringing in a small-town Texas funeral home to building a company that serves millions of families, Bryan shares profound insights on why technology without h…

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#123 Player's Pick Podcast - Alex Coats / Doppelgänger 1:29:59

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#232 Jason Collins: Professional tennis dreams to Journalism to how he’s leading BlackRock Australasia with empathy first 1:00:57

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Episode #232 of The High Flyers Podcast features Jason Collins — Head of Australasia at BlackRock, the world’s largest investment management firm, with over USD 13 trillion in assets under management (AUM). In this conversation, Jason reflects on his competitive upbringing on Sydney’s Northern Beaches, the resilience built through early career setb…

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Awakening with Mark Nepo 50:11

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Please join Samantha and Denise in welcoming a very special guest today. Mark Nepo is an author and spiritual teacher who has taught in the fields of poetry and spirituality for over 30 years. A beloved poet, teacher, and storyteller, Mark has been called “one of the finest spiritual guides of our time,” “a consummate […]…

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Dr. Isaac Balbin: When Technology Serves Humanity and Education Triggers Curiosity 1:05:15

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In this episode of The Wisdom Of... Show, host Simon Bowen speaks with Dr. Isaac Balbin, a technologist, entrepreneur, and educational visionary who holds a PhD in electrical engineering and has expertise across 15+ technology domains, including blockchain, AI, quantum computing, and cannabis science. As founder of GLIDE (Generating Lifelong Intere…

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#231 Sweta Mehra: Executive GM at NAB; ex-Chief Marketing Officer at ANZ (special series with the Australian Government) 1:13:03

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Episode #231 of The High Flyers Podcast features Sweta Mehra — Executive General Manager at National Australia Bank (NAB) and Former Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) at ANZ. Born in Agra, India, Sweta’s journey spans Procter & Gamble, ANZ and NAB. At P&G, she rose to Brand Director, leading global consumer brands across Asia. At ANZ, she became Chief …

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November Community Connections 52:27

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Please join Samantha and Denise as they share stories, questions and comments from Enlightened Empaths listeners. The topics range from the complexities of toxic friendships, emotional abuse, and the challenges of family dynamics as well as the importance of setting boundaries and the healing process involved in distancing oneself from draining rel…

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Mike Desjardins: The Leadership Foundation and Why Emotional Intelligence Determines Every Result 1:01:00

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In this episode of The Wisdom Of... Show, host Simon Bowen speaks with Mike Desjardins, CEO of ViRTUS, a leadership expert who has spent more than two decades helping leaders transform not just their businesses, but their people. Mike challenges what we think leadership really is, revealing why emotional intelligence is not a soft skill, but the co…

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#230 Bowen Pan: Leading the creation of Facebook Marketplace, working with Mark Zuckerberg, and unpacking product leadership 1:27:19

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Episode #230 of The High Flyers Podcast features Bowen Pan, who led the creation of Facebook Marketplace and held product leadership roles at Trade Me, Meta, Stripe, and Common Room. He now advises startups and serves on boards including NZME and the Auckland University Business School. Born in China and raised in New Zealand, Bowen shares how lear…

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Angels, Healing and Empathy with Dr. Christopher Macklin 42:36

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In this enlightening conversation, Dr. Christopher Macklin, a highly respected medical intuitive, Spiritual Teacher and health and wellness practitioner, shares his journey from early life challenges to becoming a channeling medium and healer. He discusses the importance of empathy, the thinning veil between spiritual realms, and the impact of fall…

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Mark Fitzgibbon: The Sustained Transformation Framework and the Art of Disciplined Leadership 58:44

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In this episode of The Wisdom Of... Show, host Simon Bowen speaks with Mark Fitzgibbon, retired CEO and Managing Director of nib Group, who transformed a regional mutual health fund into Australia's fourth largest private health insurer and an ASX 100 company over 22 years. From local government reform to reshaping the clubs industry to building a …

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Could That Object Be Haunted? 42:30

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Please join Samantha and Denise as they explore the eerie world of haunted objects, discussing signs that you may have brought home a ghost, cultural perspectives on haunted items, and famous haunted dolls like Annabelle and Robert. They delve into the stories of creepy clown dolls, the Dibbuk box, and the psychological aspects of hauntings. […]…

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Dr. Katherine Hunt: The Ethical Growth Framework and the Psychology of Purpose-Driven Profit 1:00:24

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In this episode of The Wisdom Of... Show, host Simon Bowen speaks with Dr. Katherine Hunt, global leader in financial services ethics and founder of Ardentura Consulting. Katherine shares profound insights on why ethical frameworks drive growth faster than marketing budgets, how psychology explains why some businesses naturally attract talent and c…

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Reimagining Capitalism | Mats Lederhausen 1:15:47

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Up this week is an important new episode for the Nick Halaris Show featuring Mats Lederhausen, a Co-Founder and the CEO of Andas, an investment firm dedicated to inspiring human progress. Mats is an incredibly accomplished business leader with a diverse background that includes everything from being the CEO for the McDonald’s Sweden franchise, to s…

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#229 Jack Zhang: The Relentless Founder of Airwallex — From Rural China to Melbourne Bartender to Building a $5B Powerhouse 54:24

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Episode #229 of The High Flyers Podcast features Jack Zhang, Co-Founder and CEO of Airwallex, one of the world’s fastest-growing fintech companies valued at over $5 billion. Born in rural Shandong, China, Jack moved to Melbourne at 15, juggling multiple jobs while studying computer science before launching Airwallex in 2015. A former engineer and t…

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Strange Cases of Missing Persons 46:49

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In this episode of Enlightened Empaths, Samantha and Denise delve into the mysterious world of missing persons who have inexplicably vanished and then returned. They explore various cases, including Danny Filipitis, who disappeared while skiing and reappeared 3,000 miles away with no memory of how he got there, and Stephen Kubacki, who went missing…

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Jim Garrison: Consciousness, Civilizations, and the Multi-Intelligence Revolution 1:02:31

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In this episode of The Wisdom Of... Show, host Simon Bowen speaks with Jim Garrison, founder of Ubiquity University and co-founder of the State of the World Forum alongside Mikhail Gorbachev. Jim shares profound insights on why the next five years represent the most consequential period in human history, how wisdom begins as an act of rebellion, an…

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#228 Sam Wong: The Blackbird Partner Redefining VC — Lessons on Identity, Courage and Building a Venture Fund While Pregnant 1:01:31

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Episode #228 of The High Flyers Podcast features Sam Wong, General Partner at Blackbird Ventures, one of the leading Venture Capital firms and the first investor in Canva. Born in Perth to Malaysian-Chinese and British-Indian parents, Sam went from packing Sound Blaster boxes to building Blackbird’s New Zealand fund while five months pregnant. A fo…

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The Link Between Empathy and Creativity 51:26

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Please join Samantha and Denise as they explore the profound connection between creativity and empathy, emphasizing how empaths can leverage their unique perspectives to enhance their creative processes. They discuss the neuroscience behind intuition and creativity, the importance of overcoming creative blocks, and practical ways to boost intuition…

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Todd White: The Uncertainty Advantage and Building Organizations That Outlast Their Leaders 52:22

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In this episode of The Wisdom Of... Show, host Simon Bowen speaks with Todd White, CEO of Rescue Mission Alliance and former President, COO, and CFO of Barna Group. With over 30 years of diverse leadership experience spanning startups, Fortune 500s, and faith-based organizations, Todd reveals why celebrating uncertainty beats chasing certainty, how…

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#227 Richard Joffe: The Founder Who Wouldn’t Quit — 3 Startups, 300 Rejections, a Divorce, and a $1B+ Legacy 56:00

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Supporting Our Empath Children with Dr. Judith Orloff 48:04

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Please join us in welcoming back Dr. Judith Orloff as she discusses the nuances of raising highly sensitive children and gives a sneak peek at her upcoming children’s book: The Highly Sensitive Rabbit. Dr. Orloff is a psychiatrist, an empath, and a New York Times best-selling author and is also on the UCLA Department of […]…

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Matthew Pollard: Systems Beat Talent - The Framework for Converting Intuition into Repeatable Success 43:18

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In this episode of The Wisdom Of... Show, host Simon Bowen speaks with Matthew Pollard, founder of Rapid Growth and bestselling author of The Introvert's Edge series. From struggling with a visual processing disorder and severe introversion to building five multimillion-dollar businesses before age 30, Matthew reveals how systematic approaches cons…

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#226 Bharat Sundaresan: Sports Commentator, Writer & Storyteller (special series with the Australian Government) 1:13:24

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Episode #226 of The High Flyers Podcast features Bharat Sundaresan, award-winning cricket commentator, writer and storyteller. Based in Adelaide, he’s covered cricket worldwide for over 18 years and is a regular media voice on shows from ABC Breakfast to The Project. Known for his flamboyant style, Bharat was profiled on ABC’s Australian Story in 2…

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September Community Connections 45:13

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In this episode of the Community Connections show, Samantha and Denise explore a variety of topics related to empathic experiences, including dream interpretations, energies of nature, signs from spirit guides, and personal stories of connection and grief. They discuss the significance of numerology, the meaning of hagstones, and provide recommenda…

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Bernie Brookes AM: The Billion-Dollar Turnaround Blueprint - Truth, Focus Groups, and Systematic Change 56:38

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In this episode of The Wisdom Of... Show, host Simon Bowen speaks with Bernie Brookes AM, Order of Australia recipient and Australian Retail Hall of Fame inductee, whose 40-year career has shaped the retail landscape across four continents. From architecting Woolworths' $5+ billion Project Refresh to transforming Myer under new ownership and turnin…

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Global Aid After DOGE: Challenges & New Paths for Impact | Yasmina Zaidman 52:09

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In this conversation, Yasmina Zaidman, Chief of Development and Partnerships at Acumen, discusses the evolving landscape of development and partnerships in light of recent government changes. She emphasizes the importance of local ecosystems, market-based solutions, and the role of corporations in social responsibility. The discussion also highligh…

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#225 Andrew Penn: The Untold Story of Telstra’s CEO — High School Dropout, Art, Scorecards and Calm Leadership 1:13:30

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Episode #225 of The High Flyers Podcast features Andrew Penn, Recent CEO of Telstra (2015–2022) and Group CEO of AXA Asia Pacific. Today, he chairs Visit Victoria, sits on the Coles board, and advises Government on cybersecurity and national security. In this conversation, Andy reflects on dropping out of high school and working two jobs before stu…

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Crafting the Wheel of the Year with Deb Bowen 36:53

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Please join Samantha and Denise as they welcome Deb Bowen from the Psychic Teachers Podcast! Deb is a renowned author, intuitive, and teacher who shares her deep connection with Earth energies and Spirit in her latest book, Crafting the Wheel of the Year. Deb co-wrote this book with Claire Gelder and together they invite you […]…

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Peter Ritchie: The Leadership Philosophy That Built 50,000 Careers 1:08:34

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In this episode of The Wisdom Of... Show, host Simon Bowen speaks with Peter Ritchie, the first McDonald's employee outside North America, who transformed a struggling franchise concept into Australia's most respected employer brand. From building systematic training programs that developed 50,000+ careers to expanding across Asia-Pacific and servi…

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#224 Chris Wirasinha: Building Pedestrian TV & Linkby, Navigating AI in Publishing, Raising Two Kids & unpacking "GEO" 1:19:00

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Episode #224 features Chris Wirasinha, co-founder of Linkby — the Performance PR platform used by 3,800+ brands and 600 publishers, backed by US$15m in funding and growing 100% YoY across the US & UK. Previously, Chris co-founded Pedestrian Group at 21, scaling it to 100 staff, a ~$100m valuation and an exit to Channel Nine. +++ To support this pod…

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Your Anxiety is Giving Me Anxiety with Elizabeth April 41:18

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Please join Samantha and Denise as they welcome Elizabeth April, author, speaker, and consciousness guide. EA is a rising voice in the wellness space, redefining the conversation around anxiety. With a unique blend of spiritual insight and accessible language, EA presents anxiety not as a flaw or diagnosis, but as an energetic signal from the […]…

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Abdul-Qawiyy Hammed: From ₦2,000 Capital to $100M Brand - The Systematic Path to Generational Wealth 48:35

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In this episode of The Wisdom Of... Show, host Simon Bowen speaks with Abdul-Qawiyy Hammed, founder and CEO of The Phnyx Watches, whose extraordinary entrepreneurial journey began at age 11 with ₦2,000 in capital. From generating over $1 million in a single day at 19, to selling two companies for $128 million by 21, to building a luxury watch brand…

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Why Businesses Should Be Pillars of Community | Simon Bowen 58:51

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Up this week is a fascinating new episode for the Nick Halaris Show featuring thought leader Simon Bowen. Simon is the creator of the Models Method and the Founder of a unique business and leadership consultancy. Simon and I connected through the burgeoning online world of creators and thought leaders focused on making a positive difference in the …

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#223 Lisa Sthalekar: 4x World Cup Winner & ICC Hall of Fame Inductee (special series with the Australian Government) 59:41

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Episode #223 features Lisa Sthalekar — 4x World Cup Winner and Inductee into both the ICC and Australian Cricket Halls of Fame, recognised as one of the most influential figures in the history of women’s cricket (the first woman to have scored over 1000 runs and taken 100 wickets). +++ This episode is part of a special series in partnership with th…

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Reclaiming Your Spiritual Spark 47:42

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In this conversation, Samantha and Denise explore the complexities of finding one’s spiritual spark after experiencing a dark night of the soul. They discuss the feelings of disconnection from spirit, the challenges of self-love, and the societal pressures surrounding happiness. They also emphasize the importance of vulnerability, allowing oneself …

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Ant Williams: Transforming Pressure Performance Through Extreme Testing 56:13

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In this episode of The Wisdom Of... Show, host Simon Bowen speaks with Ant Williams, a business psychologist and world champion freediver who bridges academic knowledge with extreme athletic experience to revolutionize performance under pressure. Ant shares how his decision to test pressure performance theories at the limits of human survival creat…

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#222 Tim Thomas: From Melbourne to Asia to Canberra; Leading Australia’s India Strategy and the $10 Trillion Opportunity Ahead 1:12:02

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Tim Thomas is the recent CEO of the Centre for Australia-India Relations, the federal body set up by the Australian Government to deepen ties between the two nations across business, technology, education, sport, and culture. With a career spanning senior roles at AXA, Prudential, and KPMG, and lived experience building businesses across India, Sin…

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Astrological Finale for 2025 47:24

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Please join Samantha and Denise as they take a look at the astrological forecast for the final quarter of 2025, discussing significant planetary movements, eclipses, and retrograde periods. They emphasize the importance of introspection, emotional clarity, and creative expression during this transformative time. The discussion highlights the potent…

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Cameron Herold: The Second-in-Command Advantage and the Art of Systematic Scale 52:20

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In this episode of The Wisdom Of... Show, host Simon Bowen speaks with Cameron Herold, founder of COO Alliance and the man known as "The CEO Whisperer." Cameron shares profound insights on why vision alone never drives scale and how the smartest entrepreneurs systematically delegate everything except their genius. Discover the hidden taxonomy of se…

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#221 Kelly Vohs: SafetyCulture's CEO on becoming a US Army Green Beret, Inverted Pyramid Leadership and Building for 100M Workers 1:13:28

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Kelly Vohs is the CEO of SafetyCulture, a globally renowned tech company headquartered in Australia. Valued at approximately $2.5 billion, its platform serves 85,000+ organisations across 180+ countries, including major global brands like Toyota, GE, Coles, Qantas, Schneider Electric, Marriott, John Deere, Sodexo, National Health Service (UK), Brit…

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August Community Connections 50:02

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Each month Samantha and Denise share stories, questions and comments from our Enlightened Empaths community of listeners. Stories of spirituality, grief, healing and the power of community can come through as dreams, signs from spirt, or the impact of generational healing. These episodes truly showcase what an amazing group of people are in our gro…

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Nick Halaris: Success Without Compromise and the Art of Building Community Through Business 53:04

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In this episode of The Wisdom Of... Show, host Simon Bowen speaks with Nick Halaris, author of Profit+ newsletter and real estate entrepreneur, who discovered that the American Dream nearly destroyed his life, and how that crisis led to a revolutionary approach to building wealth while building community. From his Stanford Law background to investi…

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#220 Trent Cotchin: One of AFL’s All-time greats on Staying Grounded and Leading Richmond Tigers to 3 Premierships! 1:10:12

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Trent Cotchin is Richmond’s three-time premiership captain, 2012 Brownlow Medallist and one of the AFL’s most respected leaders. Across 16 years and 306 games, Trent led the Tigers from decades of struggle into a golden era, lifting the premiership cup in 2017, 2019 and 2020. He shares lessons on resilience, leadership, and balancing elite sport wi…

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The Power of Ancestral Healing: Part 2 40:42

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In last week’s episode Denise and Samantha discussed the profound themes of ancestral healing, past life connections, and the importance of understanding ourselves more fully through healing our lineage. They continue the conversation this week discussing various methods for accessing ancestral memories, the significance of breaking karmic cycles a…

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Trevor Yager: Values-Driven Leadership and the Art of Anti-Agency Business Building 1:01:34

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In this episode of The Wisdom Of... Show, host Simon Bowen speaks with Trevor Yager, founder and chairman of TrendyMinds, who built a 30-year digital marketing empire by systematically doing the opposite of what every other agency owner does. Drawing on his background in psychology and decades-long relationships, Trevor offers powerful insights int…

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#219 Sanjeev Gandhi: Managing Director & CEO, Orica (special series with the Australian Government) 1:09:38

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Episode #219 features Sanjeev Gandhi, Managing Director and CEO of Orica — a Melbourne-headquartered global leader in mining and infrastructure solutions. Sanjeev spent 26 years with BASF, where he held senior positions including Head of Asia Pacific and member of the Global Board of Directors, becoming the first Indian to serve in these roles. He …