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June 10, 2026Episode 16547 min

Why Most Australians Never Buy A Second Investment Property | Mia Shilkin - EP165

Property investing isn’t about buying houses, it’s about creating choices. Mia Shilkin’s journey from drug and alcohol counselling to becoming one of Australia’s most values-driven property investment strategists reveals how wealth creation starts long before you purchase your first asset. You’ll learn why mindset matters more than market timing, how to approach investing with clarity, and why financial freedom is really about having more choices. - Get in touch with Mia Shilkin - https://www.miacasastrategy.com.au - Mia Shilkin’s Quick Fire Answers What does success mean to you? “Success means choice. It’s not an emotion, it’s a structure. It allows me to make decisions based on my hard work without having to second guess them.” What does happiness mean to you? “Happiness is the enjoyment I get out of those choices. It’s being able to make a cup of tea and watch the mountain outside my house without having to check emails.” What’s your normal morning routine these days? “Exercise, grounding, drinking water first thing, and keeping my phone off. I focus on getting 1% better every day.” What piece of advice would you put on a billboard for the world to see? “Stop worrying about what other people think of you.” Who would you suggest as a future guest on the show? “James Yates or Mark Pridmore from Free Song Records.” - Listen To The Podcast https://pod.link/1683066164?view=apps&sort=popularity - Find Us On Social Media https://www.instagram.com/sxhpod - Chapters (00:00:00) - Introduction (00:00:43) – Chapter 1 | From Counselling to Property Strategy (00:11:35) – Chapter 2 | Building Wealth Through Purposeful Investing (00:30:14) – Chapter 3 | Financial Freedom, Choice & The Future of Property (00:42:52) - Quick Fire Questions (00:46:20) - Outro - #podcast #propertyinvesting #financialfreedom

June 3, 2026Episode 1641 hr 10 min

From Zero Industry Experience To Global Brand | Heidi Walker - EP164

From standing on a Sydney wharf watching her husband sail away on a tuna boat to building one of Australia’s most recognised seafood brands, Heidi Walker’s journey is a masterclass in resilience, risk-taking, and backing a vision when nobody else can see it. Heidi shares the story behind Walker Seafoods and Walker’s Tuna, and the lessons learned growing a business through uncertainty, setbacks, and relentless persistence. - Get in touch with Heidi Walker - https://walkerstuna.com - Heidi’s Quick Fire Answers What does success mean to you? “Success means different things in different areas of life. In business it’s achievement and growth, but at home it’s being with my family and enjoying our time together.” What does happiness mean to you? “Happiness is my family. But I also get happiness from my work. It’s finding the balance.” What’s your normal morning routine these days? “Up at 6am, getting the girls ready for school, checking emails and handling calls from the US before grabbing breakfast and getting into the day.” What piece of advice would you put on a billboard for the world to see? “At the end of the day, it comes down to you. You have to be responsible for yourself and your own happiness.” Who would you suggest as a future guest on the show? “Tony Kelly.” - Listen To The Podcast https://pod.link/1683066164?view=apps&sort=popularity - Find Us On Social Media https://www.instagram.com/sxhpod - Chapters (00:00:00) - Introduction (00:00:44) – Chapter 1 | From Sydney Corporate Life To Commercial Fishing (00:21:00) – Chapter 2 | Betting Everything On Walker Seafoods (00:47:03) – Chapter 3 | COVID, Walker’s Tuna & Going Global (01:06:48) - Quick Fire Questions (01:09:13) - Outro - #podcast #entrepreneurship #familybusiness

May 27, 2026Episode 16349 min

The Psychology Behind High Performance Burnout | Andrea Levinson - EP163

Andrea Levinson spent 25 years helping businesses and leaders perform at the highest level, before realising the version of success she had chased no longer aligned with who she truly was. From climbing the corporate ladder as an organisational psychologist to redefining her relationship with ambition, burnout, identity, and fulfillment, Andrea’s story is a powerful reminder that achievement without alignment eventually catches up with us. - Get in touch with Andrea Levinson https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrealevinson/ - Andrea’s Quick Fire Answers What does success mean to you? “Joyful bigness. Getting to experience lots of joy and positive emotion while doing things I feel called to do.” What does happiness mean to you? “Beautiful coffee, sitting outside staring at the sky, snuggling my daughter, and listening to the ocean.” What’s your normal morning routine these days? “Walking along the beach, coffee, school drop-off, then mindfulness and breathing exercises before work.” What piece of advice would you put on a billboard for the world to see? “If you don’t love your work, find a way to enjoy something about it and move toward a better version of work for you.” Who would you suggest as a future guest on the show? “Julie Fedeli and Sandra.” - Listen To The Podcast https://pod.link/1683066164?view=apps&sort=popularity - Find Us On Social Media https://www.instagram.com/sxhpod - Chapters (00:00:00) - Intro (00:00:41) – Chapter 1 | Redefining Success & Identity (00:20:26) – Chapter 2 | Burnout, Hustle Culture & The Cost of Achievement (00:45:22) - Quick Fire Questions (00:49:12) - Outro - #podcast #leadership #burnout

May 20, 2026Episode 1611 hr 4 min

He Risked Bankruptcy To Ship ONE Prototype Overseas | Ben Norris - EP162

Ben Norris built one of the fastest-rising gym equipment brands in the world after spending 18 months barely selling a single machine. In this conversation, the founder of Citadel Strength opens up about autism, getting bullied through school, learning human interaction from scratch, and turning blind self-belief into a global manufacturing company now operating in 21+ countries. Ben shares how he went from modifying gym machines in local gyms to building what many now call the best bodybuilding equipment in the world, all from a tiny Sunshine Coast workshop with his brother and almost no money. He also explains the mindset behind entrepreneurship, why most people quit too early, and how persistence, obsession, and purpose changed his life completely. - Get in touch with Ben Norris - https://www.instagram.com/bnorris1992/ - Ben’s Quick Fire Answers What does success mean to you? “The ability to manage my time where I can do what I want to do.” What does happiness mean to you? “Having purpose, discipline and something meaningful to work towards.” What’s your normal morning routine these days? “Wake up, answer international customer emails and messages, train, then work until late at night.” What piece of advice would you put on a billboard for the world to see? “If you want to do something amazing, get amazing people around you.” Who would you suggest as a future guest on the show? “Daniel from McNaught Trucking, Hamish from Sydney gyms, or Christie from World Gym.” - Listen To The Podcast https://pod.link/1683066164?view=apps&sort=popularity - Find Us On Social Media https://www.instagram.com/sxhpod - Chapters (00:00:00) - Introduction (00:01:31) – Chapter 1 | Growing Up Feeling Different (00:07:24) – Chapter 2 | Learning Human Connection (00:13:17) – Chapter 3 | Discovering The Fitness Industry (00:18:26) – Chapter 4 | Starting Citadel Strength (00:22:12) – Chapter 5 | Betting Everything On One Opportunity (00:29:35) – Chapter 6 | The Video That Changed Everything (00:36:52) – Chapter 7 | From No Sales To Global Demand (00:45:34) – Chapter 8 | Learning Business On The Fly (00:51:29) – Chapter 9 | Scaling A Global Manufacturing Company (00:56:13) - Quick Fire Questions (01:04:01) - Outro - #podcast #fitnessindustry #businessmindset

May 13, 2026Episode 16248 min

Breaking Down What The 2026 Australian Budget Actually Means with ABC's Chris Harris | EP161

Chris Harris is back to break down the 2026 federal budget and what it actually means for everyday Australians. From property investing and negative gearing to CGT, inflation, interest rates and discretionary trusts, Chris unpacks the real-world impact behind the headlines. - Get in touch with Chris Harris https://www.ords.com.au/adviser/chris-harris - Chris’ Quick Fire Answers What does success mean to you? “To be able to make decisions and do things that I really want to do.” What does happiness mean to you? “Sitting on the bar and riding around the property, seeing the birds fly through the valley, catching up with friends and enjoying simple things.” What’s your normal morning routine these days? “I try to get up, go to the gym, do a quick workout, then get home or prepare for the radio for ABC, whether that’s at home or at the office.” What piece of advice would you put on a billboard for the world to see? “Keep your hands in your pockets for five minutes. Watch this carefully, because there are lots of moving parts.” Who would you suggest as a future guest on the show? “Matt Shrewd, the former CEO of Youi, or one of the guys I play golf with on a Saturday morning.” - Listen To The Podcast https://pod.link/1683066164?view=apps&sort=popularity - Find Us On Social Media https://www.instagram.com/sxhpod - Chapters (00:00:00) - Introduction (00:00:48) – Chapter 1 | The Budget, Inflation & Australia’s Economic Position (00:17:55) – Chapter 2 | Property, Negative Gearing & Capital Gains Tax (00:34:15) – Chapter 3 | Discretionary Trusts, Tax Changes & Investor Uncertainty (00:44:01) - Quick Fire Questions (00:47:36) - Outro - #Podcast #FederalBudget #Economy #PropertyInvesting #NegativeGearing #CapitalGainsTax #Inflation #InterestRates

May 6, 2026Episode 16044 min

The Dangerous Comfort Trap Most People Fall Into | Jarrod Lee - EP160

Jarrod Lee turned adversity into fuel, building a 35+ person business empire from a small-town upbringing, relentless work ethic, and an obsession with growth. From buying a business during COVID after losing his job, to navigating leadership, fatherhood, and the pressure of scaling companies, Jarrod shares the mindset that keeps him moving forward no matter how hard things get. - Get in touch with Jarrod Lee - https://baileyanddalton.com.au - Jarrod’s Quick Fire Answers What does success mean to you? “Having a business that will pay for my family to live when I’m not here.” What does happiness mean to you? “Knowing that you’re working towards tomorrow being better than today.” What’s your normal morning routine these days? “Getting the kids up, spending time with them, then my partner goes to the gym and I head off to work.” What piece of advice would you put on a billboard for the world to see? “Just do it. Put in the effort.” Who would you suggest as a future guest on the show? “Brett Evans.” - Listen To The Podcast https://pod.link/1683066164?view=apps&sort=popularity - Find Us On Social Media https://www.instagram.com/sxhpod - Chapters (00:00:00) - Introduction (00:00:34) – Chapter 1 | From Small Town Electrician To Business Owner (00:20:53) – Chapter 2 | Why Effort & Persistence Always Win (00:40:45) – Quick Fire Questions (00:44:17) - Outro #podcast #businessmindset #entrepreneurship

April 29, 2026Episode 1591 hr 3 min

The Night That Rewired How Sam Coward Sees The World | EP159

Sam Coward’s life was shaped by chasing attention—until a single moment with his daughter completely changed his purpose. From theatre stages to becoming one of the Sunshine Coast’s most recognisable radio voices, Sam’s journey is filled with raw lessons on identity, authenticity, and redefining success. - Get in touch with Sam Coward https://www.instagram.com/samcowardxs/ - Sam’s Quick Fire Answers What does success mean to you? “Finding your niche and excelling in it.” What does happiness mean to you? “Having fun in every opportunity and making someone smile.” What’s your normal morning routine these days? “Up at 3:15am, straight into prep for radio, reading multiple news sources and building the show.” What piece of advice would you put on a billboard for the world to see? “Be true.” Who would you suggest as a future guest on the show? “Ash, or Min Swan.” - Listen To The Podcast https://pod.link/1683066164?view=apps&sort=popularity - Find Us On Social Media https://www.instagram.com/sxhpod - Chapters (00:00:00) - Introduction (00:00:43) – Chapter 1 | Childhood, Theatre & Chasing Attention (00:33:53) – Chapter 2 | The Moment That Changed Everything (00:42:24) – Chapter 3 | Radio, Authenticity & Real Connection (00:53:12) - Quick Fire Questions (01:02:50) - Outro - #podcast #storytelling #radio #purpose

April 22, 2026Episode 15839 min

This Mindset Built an Iconic Business | Ferre De Deyne - EP158

Ferre De Deyne’s journey from Belgium to the Sunshine Coast is a story of adventure, entrepreneurship, and a relentless pursuit of happiness. From adrenaline-fuelled business ventures to building one of the most significant Indigenous art collections, Ferre shares how following passion can shape an extraordinary life. In this episode, Ferre dives into his migration story, building iconic tourism experiences, balancing risk in business, and why creativity is essential to happiness. - Get in touch with Ferre De Deyne - N/A https://www.bigkart.com.au - Ferre’s Quick Fire Answers What does success mean to you? “Success gives me happiness—it’s the realisation of the fun that I’m seeking and the ability to give fun to other people.” What does happiness mean to you? “Happiness is being happy about being successful and giving people fun.” What’s your normal morning routine these days? “I wake up around 6–6:30, get moving, go for a walk or do Pilates, have coffee with my wife, and plan the day together.” What piece of advice would you put on a billboard for the world to see? “Rule number one—it has to be fun. Be creative.” Who would you suggest as a future guest on the show? “Terry Irwin.” - Listen To The Podcast https://pod.link/1683066164?view=apps&sort=popularity - Find Us On Social Media https://www.instagram.com/sxhpod - Chapters (00:00:00) - Introduction (00:00:15) – Chapter 1 | From Belgium to Australia: Chasing Adventure (00:18:38) – Chapter 2 | Creativity, Art & Building a Life of Meaning (00:33:52) – Quick Fire Questions (00:39:13) - Outro - #podcast #entrepreneurship #creativity

April 15, 2026Episode 1571 hr 28 min

3 Year Celebration Plus Our Favourite Episode with Adriano Zumbo | EP157

From building a dessert empire to losing it all, Adriano Zumbo’s story is a masterclass in resilience. Adriano shares the highs of rapid success and the brutal lessons of losing everything. In this episode, we revisit one of our most powerful early conversations with Adriano Zumbo, exploring his journey from humble beginnings to national fame, the collapse of his business empire, and how he’s rebuilding his life and craft today. - Get in touch with Adriano Zumbo https://adrianozumbo.com - Adriano’s Quick Fire Answers What does success mean to you? “I’ve achieved a lot, but I haven’t yet succeeded in what I truly want to achieve.” What does happiness mean to you? “Doing what you love and finding small things—like a bubble tea—that genuinely make you happy.” What’s your normal morning routine these days? “Early starts, getting into the kitchen, and focusing on creating again.” What piece of advice would you put on a billboard for the world to see? “Set small goals and don’t chase someone else’s version of success.” Who would you suggest as a future guest on the show? “Kit Harington (Jon Snow) from Game of Thrones.” - Listen To The Podcast https://pod.link/1683066164?view=apps&sort=popularity - Find Us On Social Media https://www.instagram.com/sxhpod - Chapters (00:00:00) - Introduction (00:03:41) – Chapter 1 | From small-town NSW to finding creativity in baking (00:16:32) – Chapter 2 | Building a dessert empire and MasterChef fame (00:31:15) – Chapter 3 | Losing it all, burnout, and rebuilding life (01:22:50) - Quick Fire Questions (01:27:36) - Outro #podcast #entrepreneurship #resilience

April 8, 2026Episode 15658 min

How to Turn Pain Into Purpose - The Real Story Behind Lookout 07 with Dr Leon Stensholm | EP156

He turned unimaginable loss into a movement that’s saving thousands of young lives. Dr Leon Stensholm shares his journey from self-doubt, career-ending injuries, and the devastating loss of his brother to suicide, into building a life of purpose through mental health advocacy. This episode reveals how pain, when faced head-on, can become a force for impact. Get in touch with Dr Leon Stensholm at Lookout 07 - https://lookout07.org.au - Dr Leon’s Quick Fire Answers What does success mean to you? “Joy. If you’ve got joy in your heart, everything else follows.” What does happiness mean to you? “Happiness is short term. Joy is something deeper that you can choose every day.” What’s your normal morning routine these days? “Up around 5am, straight to work, lights on, music on, coffee, and quiet reflection. Same routine every day.” What piece of advice would you put on a billboard for the world to see? “Be kind. It’s free.” Who would you suggest as a future guest on the show? “Paul Morton and Steve Hurst” - Listen To The Podcast https://pod.link/1683066164?view=apps&sort=popularity - Find Us On Social Media https://www.instagram.com/sxhpod - Chapters (00:00:00) - Introduction (00:00:50) – Chapter 1 | From self-doubt to resilience (00:16:32) – Chapter 2 | Losing his brother & finding purpose (00:31:15) – Chapter 3 | Building Lookout 07 & saving lives (00:54:10) - Quick Fire Questions (00:58:01) - Outro - #podcast #mentalhealth #resilience