In this month's podcast, I interview up and coming Christian music artist, Skye Peterson. Skye is a singer-songwriter based in Nashville, TN. Although she has been writing and recording since high school, she began her career as a musician after studying Theology and being inspired by biblical history and hermeneutics. Now writing hymns for Getty Music and the local church, Skye is also performing her own concerts and hoping to tell the world that they are not alone and that there’s a King who’s worth singing about. You won't want to miss this month's episode!
If you haven’t already watched the movie “Sound of Freedom” then you really should. The movie circles around the abduction of two kids from a single father in South America who are sold into child sex trafficking and finally rescued by a special agent gone rogue. But not all cases end up like this. Most kids are never rescued!
Destiny Rescue is an organization committed to rescuing children sold into child sex trafficking and giving them hope of a better life. How dangerous is it to be involved in such a specialized mission? In this conversation with Michaela Jones, former member of child sex trafficking rescue team at Destiny Rescue, we peel back the reasons why child sex trafficking is the fastest growing international crime network in the world today and Michaela’s first-hand exposure to rescuing kids sold into child sex trafficking. It’s a conversation you don’t want to miss!
To find out more on the work of Destiny Rescue and support them go to: https://www.destinyrescue.org.au
The "Black Saturday" bushfires were a series of bushfires that either ignited or were already burning across the Australian state of Victoria on Saturday, 7 February 2009, and were one of Australia's all-time worst bushfire disasters. The fires occurred during extreme bushfire weather conditions and resulted in Australia's highest-ever loss of human life from a bushfire, with 173 fatalities. Over 3500 homes were burned to the ground leaving many people homeless as a result. More than 1 million acres of land were burned up.
Deputy Prime Minister Julia Gillard described Black Saturday as "a tragedy beyond belief, beyond precedent and beyond words … one of the darkest days in Australia’s peacetime history."
And at the centre of this disaster was Lyn Gunter, mayor of the Murrindindi council where the bushfires occurred. In this emotional interview that takes us back to the devastation that occurred in the now 15th year anniversary of the tragedy, we discover how Lyn's past prepared her to take on a role of this nature, how she pulled herself together to lead in a time of crisis, and the lessons she learned looking back on the event. You won't want to miss it! I'll see you there...
What matters more in life? Your IQ or EQ? While IQ has been seen by most as the key determinant of success, today ground-breaking research is showing us that Emotional Intelligence is a far greater determinant of how far you get in life with your relationships, career, and overall happiness! The good news is that EQ can be learned and improved. In today's podcast, we find out EQ's Best Kept Secret (should I spill the beans?) and discover my guest, Fraser Catton's incredible journey of dealing with kidney failure, surviving a transplant, and going on to compete in tennis for the World Transplant Games. You won't want to miss this month's episode. Let's dive in now...
In this month's episode, I interview Steve Kane, on the 3 Undeniable Laws of Communication (based on the best-selling book, The 16 Undeniable Laws of Communication, developed by world-renowned leadership expert, John Maxwell) of connection, content, and credibility. You will discover these laws work together to support one another - miss one and you've missed all!
A transformative leader and John Maxwell Speaker, Coach and Trainer, Steve has been pivotal in the growth and transformation of thousands of people nationally and internationally. He impacts leaders and teams in leveraging their personal growth and developing their leadership skills. To find out more about Steve go to: https://www.designedalliance.com.au/
In this month's episode, I interview Dr. Daniel Binus on the trending topic of burn out and how to combat burn out before you get scorched!
Daniel serves as clinical director of Beautiful Minds Medical. He provides outpatient psychiatry and oversees the Intensive Outpatient Program. He’s also on the medical staff at Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital, and a clinical instructor for Loma Linda University in the United States.
Daniel believes in whole-person care. His goal is to understand and address the emotional, physical, and spiritual factors that influence each patient’s well-being.
To find out more on these topics visit "The Brain People Podcast" @ https://beautifulmindswellness.org/thebrainpeople/
In this podcast I interview much loved leader, Robert ("Bob") Eales, on his handling of some extremely challenging news from the doctor that he only had a few more days to live...
We do a deep dive into Bob's thought process, his unique ability to find peace in the midst of the storm, his regrets, and an intimate revealing of his hopes for the future.
Some key takeaways are invaluable lessons learned by Bob from over 30 years in active church leadership, how to handle difficult people, managing conflict, and Bob's motto for living each day to the full.
This podcast was recorded 3 weeks before Bob closed his eyes for the last time to rest and now awaits the coming of Jesus to bring him home. Bob will be greatly missed but the challenge he gives at the end will live on in each of our lives. Rest in peace Bob. We will see you in the morning...
A lot of stereotypes exist when you mention "Autism". But Ron Sandison's incredible life blows away those stereotypes to prove with God nothing is impossible!
Ron works full time in the medical field and is a professor of theology. He is the bestselling author of "A Parent's Guide to Autism: Practical Advice" including other books and has memorised over 10,000 Bible verses including 22 complete books of the New Testament and over 5,000 quotes. Ron is a sought after speaker at colleges, conferences, autism centres, and churches. Ron is also married to his wife, Kristen, and they reside in Michigan, USA with their daughter Makayla Marie!
Michael was transgendered from the age of four and same-sex attracted from the the time he was thirteen years old! When he couldn't control his feelings any longer he finally broke out and lived an openly gay lifestyle for over twenty years. What happened next? Well, that's what we're going to cover in this month's episode!
Michael is the chairman, senior speaker, and co-founder of "Coming Out" ministries. To find out more go to: https://comingoutministries.org/
Note: This episode contains content in one part that's suitable for mature audiences.
When it comes to "self-awareness" people usually think of yoga, meditation, new age. But a recent trend amongst key influencers has called gaining self-awareness as the skill to have to survive in the 21st century!
My guests, Dr. Erich Baumgartner and Dr. Randy Siebold, list self-awareness as the foundational element to growing tomorrow's leaders today. Why is this skill so important that it's now considered non-negotiable? You'll have to listen to find out...
Drs. Baumgartner and Siebold direct the Global Leadership Institute at Andrews University in Michigan, USA. Their goal is to provide leaders with the resources and knowledge they need to navigate challenges, drive innovation, and effectively carry out their God-given mission. To find out more, visit https://www.andrews.edu/gli/
It seems like everyone you talk to is on a diet. But what happens when your dream of weight loss leads you down the dark corridor of developing an eating disorder? Two of the most common eating disorders plaguing young women and men around the world are anorexia and bulimia - illnesses that have taken far too many lives. But this doesn’t need to become your reality.
Join me in this candid conversation with Elise Harboldt, survivor and overcomer of both these menacing illnesses that threatened to destroy her.
Elise recently finished a Masters in Ministry with an emphasis in Counselling. She is a registered nurse and currently works as a mental health recovery coach in the United States. She coauthored the book, Goodbye Diabetes, and is the creator of the online group-based health program called Diabetes Undone.
What do Lady Gaga, Novak Djokovic, Richard Branson have in common? Discipline! If you want to achieve your life goals and make an impact you need discipline. As someone said, discipline is the bridge to get you from where you are to where you want to be. Join me in this fascinating interview with Todd Brodie - motivator, educator, and mentor - as we talk about diggin' discipline.
Todd is a former professional football player, Australian Institute of Sport dual scholarship holder and young Socceroo. He now runs his own business called The Industrie PT (www.theindustriept.com) specialising in Pilates, Strength and Conditioning, Corporate Wellness and Boxing.
Ever had an interest in Bollywood, Samosa, or Cricket? Well, this is the episode for you! Join me for this unforgettable rollercoaster ride through my personal life story of experiencing the extreme highs and terrible lows that ultimately led me to discover Jesus.
Vikram was born in Mumbai (aka Bombay), home to over 20 million people, to a Hindu family and now lives in Melbourne, Australia working as a church planter and podcaster. He leads a full life with his wife and children and believes that we can all live our life to the highest potential God has designed us for.
How well do you sleep at night? For Fredric Almond, growing up as any normal 11 year old in South Central L.A., sleep was never an issue until one night a burglar broke into his home and a horrific confrontation led to his mother's life being taken and Fredric receiving 39 stab wounds. The doctors predicted Fredric would die but he didn't. Fredric lived. And Fredric didn't just live to continue a life of bitterness, hate, and anger towards his perpetrator, Fredric learned the art of forgiving deep. He now lives for the purpose of helping people heal from their emotional and physical scars. Fredric is a father, church leader, and author of the book, Scarred for Life, based on his life story.
Let’s face it. Christianity has never been attractive in the past and is even less attractive today but the reasons are different. In the past Christianity was seen as a rebel religion started by a radical leader called Jesus Christ. As a result the church was heavily persecuted. Today, there’s no persecution but when people think Christianity they think scandals and hypocrisy and when they think of it as a religion they see it as irrelevant, stale, and lacking in substance. Is this accurate?
Join me and Dr. Sven Ostring, Ministry Strategist, as we probe this important question of why Christianity stinks for millions of people world-wide and the root cause of this perception.
Who’s your favourite superhero? Superman, Spiderman, Batman, or the Avengers? In this month's episode, I interview Daniel Hudgens, the graphic designer and associate director of the Amazing Facts Centre of Evangelism (AFCOE).
As a young boy, Dan loved immersing himself in the imaginary world of Star Wars, comic books, and action heroes. He could see there was a supernatural battle taking place between good and evil. He sensed there was more to life than the status quo but didn’t know where to find the answers.
Through much searching, Daniel found the answers not in a comic book, but in God’s book which reveals the ultimate battle between good and evil, involving everyone living on this planet. Daniel has dedicated his life to sharing this truth which shows Jesus is the real Superman and the Bible is the book that provides the answers to life’s most difficult questions. To find out more about Amazing Facts check out: www.amazingfacts.org
Join us for this special podcast with Dr. Mary Barbera, award-winning expert on Autism. In the 1980's, when Mary's son was diagnosed with autism, the likelihood of having a child with autism was 1 in 500; today it's 1 in 50! Chances are you may have a child displaying signs of autism or may know of a friend or family member with autism.
Find out how Mary transformed herself from an overwhelmed and confused parent to becoming a pioneer in this field, working tirelessly to bring hope to countless families around the world whose children may be showing signs of autism and the steps they can take to help them reach their highest potential! Incidentally, this podcast also aired on Mary's own podcast, Turn Autism Around, to celebrate her 200th episode which recently surpassed 1 million downloads! Find out more about Mary's work at: www.marybarbera.com
Love shouldn't hurt, right? But many times it does and often from those closest to you. In this month's podcast we interview Danni Synot, founder and CEO of Brave Enough, who reveals her extraordinary journey to overcoming abuse, embracing forgiveness, and living an empowered life to help others stuck in the cycle of abuse. It's Danni's God-given passion to help others heal and find hope and freedom in the love of Jesus.
Danni is a dynamic television & radio presenter featured on various networks around the globe. She is also a Christian speaker, author of the book "Every Heart’s Cry", and a qualified counsellor. To find out more about Danni, check her out on Brave Enough (www.braveenough.org) and watch her multi-award winning Beyond the Search Series (www.beyond.info).
How can you time things perfectly in life? How do you know the right time to make decisions? For example, how do you know the right time to start a new ministry if you're a church leader? How do you know it's the right time to get serious about a relationship? Or, when's the right time to shift jobs or even careers? A lot of us make decisions based on intuition or guesswork.
Some describe timing things perfectly as an art and some describe it as a science. But could it be that timing things perfectly is more about devotion - having an intimate and personal relationship with God who knows all things?
In this month's podcast, we interview Zac Page, pastor of the Templeton Hills Church in California, who realised the value of timing things perfectly when he and his church embarked on the journey to build and establish a thriving community farm at the start of the pandemic. You will discover how multiple mistakes were avoided, many decisions timed to perfection in what could only be attributed to divine guidance, as Zac discovered the power of devotion in letting God take the lead. Three key principles to watch for when it comes to timing are: 1. Begin with prayer; 2. Form a team; 3. Move forward through obstacles. Hope you're blessed as much as I was! Check it out!
Do you ever feel "sick in the stomach" or get "butterflies in your tummy"? Chances are your gut it trying to talk to you! In this month's podcast join my conversation with Candice Berghan, qualified naturopath and clinician, as we talk about everything related to gut health and the kinds of foods that will make your gut feel happy. Candice shares some amazing new research on the two-way connection between the gut and brain: why what you eat impacts how you feel, and how you feel can cause a physical reaction in the gut - literally!
Candice has worked in a number of health retreats and day spas inspiring people to take charge of their health and well-being. Recently starting the Oakwood Wellbeing Centre in sunny Queensland, Australia, Candice provide clients with a range of treatment options and access to an amazing organic farm on the property of the wellbeing centre itself! If that doesn't make Candice busy enough she is also a vegan cook, international speaker, recording artist, and most importantly comes with her own unique sense of humour.
Check Candice out on Facebook: @OakwoodTrainingCentre; Insta: oakwood_training_centre; YouTube: Oakwood Training & Wellbeing Centre