A Journey With Bernie & Chip: Recent Episodes
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A Journey With Bernie & Chip is so much more than an established, internationally recognised Podcast spanning 50 countries. It is an evolving way of life and you, dear friends, are invited to be adventurous explorers with us.
Despite constant media-driven advertisements defining ‘success’ as material acquisition and a life-centered around 40 years of incessant, often stressful, empire building work generating six figure bank accounts and million-dollar assets, Bernie K and Lachlan ‘Chip’ Huddy believe that there might just be another way. No, we are not budding Buddhas seeking enlightenment or liberation! To the contrary, our strength, our point-of-difference, lies in our role not as experts, but as two simple journeymen, who like you, are prospecting for actions, strategies, and routines that will inspire greater inner joy and an enhanced capacity to love self, life and all people … And there lies the purpose of the podcast! It’s a purpose we share every Friday with extraordinary guests, some of whom are public figures once featured on the front page of your daily newspaper, while others are yet to be discovered, even by Google. Some are experts and others are the ‘person next door’, but it is through their life stories, that we as a community of curious students, identify answers to the one question we all ask … WHAT BRINGS REAL MEANING and VALUE TO OUR LIFE?
The way your two podcast hosts dig, prod and poke for answers makes A JOURNEY WITH BERNIE … and CHIP a delightfully entertaining encounter. Bernie K speaks from ‘heart’, while Chip’s intelligence is from another planet. It’s a pairing that is sometimes at odds, occasionally with friction and regularly often raw, vulnerable, and at other times, just hilariously funny. Together, they spark robust guest discussions to identify touchable and tangible actions, disciplines and ways of seeing the world, that will provide valuable changes to the way you approach the game of life. This podcast is already making an immense difference to people’s lives and to the connectedness of all people across the globe. We are serious about becoming and spreading the love. Are you?
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One of the great surprises in A JOURNEY WITH BERNIE comes when a previous guest insists on reversing the roles and putting Bernie K 'on the couch'. Well thanks to Chris Anderson from Episode 20, that was exactly the opportunity that arose and inspired this extraordinary interview. It's unique!
It's unique because this hour allows Bernie to bring the golden lessons of all past episodes to one high impact discussion and wow doesn't he do it superbly. This is an education that just jabs away with great regularity delivering valued lesson after lesson.
There were so many teachings, it prompted our editor and producer Lachlan 'Chip' Huddy, to inject another new segment. We call it Chip's LOADED QUESTIONS. From now on, each episode will feature two interventions from Chip, who will tease you with THOUGHT-PROVOKING QUESTIONS arising from the engaging content that will inspire you. It's all about helping you, the listener, to recognize what actions and strategies you need to implement in order to become that more loving happier human being. Chip's LOADED QUESTIONS makes its debut in this episode. Let us know what you think!
So, get ready to be teased and prodded by an exploration of ... What holds you back from fulfilling your purpose?
What fears emanating from your past experiences, stop you from doing what you are meant to do?
Have you built the right environment around you to allow you to bring the best possible you to each and every day?
How to ensure that your communications are being driven by authentic 'heart speak' not the illusions of 'monkey mind'.
Why the quality we need to use more is the powerful gift of perspective, which we all own.
We also discuss ... Why we need more women leading the workforce?
And why men must be unafraid to display and utilise their connecting feminine energies! This is not a 'soft call' guys! This is about becoming the more fulfilled man. Learn how in this episode. Seriously, these topics are just the beginning drawing from Chad Foreman's Episode 36 and compulsory readings such as 'THE BOOK OF JOY' by Douglas Abrams with Desmund Tutu and Dalai Llama, and another we have highly recommended previously ... 'COURAGE TO BE DISLIKED' by Ichiro Kishimi and Fumitake Koga. Yet another reference in this podcast alludes to the must see YouTube remake of 'We are the World' by Bernie's youth clients and the residents of Kibera ... the big slum of Nairobi ... We Are The World, MOH and Gi Originally by Michael Jackson, USA for Africa - YouTube ... It's all part of this exceptional episode which is likely to attract multiple listens, such is its educational value. This is punchy, powerful and potent.
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When we look at the Analytics, Episode 34 with JJ, continues to attract enormous interest. Mind you, JJ's story was mind-blowing and the raw emotion he offered in that interview was as transparent as you can get. This episode featuring the multi-colored journey of Nathan Flynn is EQUALLY remarkable. We at A JOURNEY WITH BERNIE are comfortable in saying that very few episodes will match the profound learning possibilities attached to this story and discussion. It is vulnerable, so open and so beautifully authentic. Nathan Flynn is a rarity.
You will learn from Nathan how a religious framework that was meant to empower greater life, smothered his growth and molded a teenager devoid of confidence and self-worth. Nathan was able to recognize his shrinking existence at just 14 years, but the cost of protest would be his family's support and being chucked out of home. He hung on until 18 years of age.
Without the support of the one institution that had been there all of his life, Nathan entered the big wide world as a late teenager, only to discover comfort in regular meetings with members of a Bikie Gang. Slowly, but surely, the grooming prepared him for a contrasting life. No more prayers and worship in this environment, just violent tests of his manhood. A story of crime, drug trafficking and gang fights unfolded, taking him to the most obvious of destinations. Nathan Flynn was sentenced to 9+ years imprisonment for 20 criminal charges. Through good behaviors, he thankfully served only five.
Then the miracle occurred. In this most unlikely of places, Nathan found love ... love for a woman, love for self and love for life, and to think that so much of his transformation was inspired by the simple act of writing 'love letters' makes this episode enlightening. Put it this way, we now feel that if we aren't writing regular gratitude entries, then quite simply we are not committed enough to this journey of being a more loving human being. What Nathan will teach you here is profound.
The dark days are over now, and the shadows of earlier years have been replaced by light and heart-warming possibilities. Fueled, by the ongoing empowerment of his ever-evolving, beautiful, married relationship with Megan, Nathan has re-evaluated, re-calibrated and re-programmed his life for greater good.
Married with child, Nathan now leads a productive business and values frequent opportunities to help others see new life without travelling down wayward paths. His mentorship in John Godwin's Inspiring Brighter Futures Foundation is priceless. It is episodes like this that at the most can seriously change people's lives. At the least, you will be shown the value of taking time out and communicating clearly the depth of love you have for precious people in your life. Nathan Flynn wants you to enjoy his story and embrace the multiple lessons that every minute provides.
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When Andrew de Angelis asks you to leave his establishment because you're an 'intoxicated nuisance', he buys you a bottle of water and escorts you all the way down the 5 floor elevator, chatting to you about how good it will be to see you back next week!! He's the only Bouncer I know, who gets a cheeky kiss from the girls when they are leaving. Even the ones he has asked to leave thank him for the evening! Andrew de Angelis is the happiest 'Bouncer' in the World.
I remind you, that this is in an industry, where most security guards think they have to strut their power, remain distant from the customer and chuck you out at first sign of the slightest misbehave. The approach of Andrew de Angelis couldn't be more opposite. He connects with people.During your beautiful evening with friends at THE EMPORIUM ROOFTOP BAR overlooking the city lights and the Brisbane River, Andrew will even come around, pick up your empty dinner plates, share his latest joke or two that is certain to leave you laughing heartily not so much at the quality of his joke, but more at the broadness of his lively British accent. People just love him.
Yet, this happy persona was once a highly regarded British Soldier who served in Bosnia, Northern Ireland and the Iraq War. He knows how power can be so seriously misused. He has seen massive egos create unnecessary conflict. He also knows what it feels like to protect his brothers and sisters in arms. They were his family, until a gang attack in England many years ago took away 70% of his hearing and all of his sense of smell. His professional career in the British Army which he loved so much, was taken from him overnight inspiring bouts of depression, alcoholism and anger. The journey that followed has been a long one but has taken Andrew to a rare place in which he 'sees the good' and 'speaks the good' of everyone he greets at THE EMPORIUM ROOFTOP BAR, South Brisbane every weekend. This is a funny but beautiful episode about a soldier overcoming adversity and just 'sucking it up' to become a happy man who walks with joy and spreads goodwill wherever he goes.
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Kibera is now Africa's biggest slum with over 1,000,000 residents who earn less than US$2 per day. A family of 7, might live in 9-12 sq metres floorspace that is encased by corrugated iron walls and a leaking roof. Such families, all know Thomas Nyawir. If they knew of Mother Teresa, then surely, they would see Thomas as her brother.
He, with his wife Judy, are the Founders of THE MIRROR OF HOPE ... Mirror of Hope - Edmund Rice Foundation (erf.org.au) ... an outstanding charitable organization that sponsors Kiberian children through quality Primary, Secondary and Tertiary education. At time of writing, nearly 130 children are active beneficiaries. In addition, the Mirror of Hope's SILC PROJECT supports women living in Kibera, most of whom as the primary or sole breadwinners are also HIV diagnosed. Through Thomas inspired projects, these women are equipped with micro finances and business skills to create a visionary exit for a new beginning.
When Thomas walks through the slum, the community rises. He has a Nelson Mandela status amongst his people and they are his people for Thomas himself was once part of the community. He, however, was a fortunate one, whose innate talents were recognised by a wealthy visitor who sponsored Thomas out of the slum and into a new existence. For Thomas, this is a Pay-it Forward vocation. For the residents he is their way forward.
A JOURNEY WITH BERNIE has been blessed with Thomas and Judy's friendship for 12 years now, perhaps longer. Annually, Thomas welcomed 40 to 90 Australian school children to East Africa and gave them an education about the Kiberian world that only few of them realised existed. Some of the experiences had by our Aussie students is now legendary. The visit to the resident's homes was enough to ignite the quality of gratefulness permanently, while the teaming with their Kiberian peers to form a choir and then three days later lay down their own version of WE ARE THE WORLD has become a life memory ... www.youtube.com/watch?v=aYWznNCaILo
Rarely, has A JOURNEY WITH BERNIE been so privileged to welcome a man whose career and life has been so defined by love in action. It is not possible to put into words what you will learn from this episode, except to say that it comes from a source that very few people on this planet will ever know.
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He is one of a kind. He is our editor, our producer and now he is the custodian of learning ... our INSIGHT INTERPRETER. From now on, Chip HUDDY will host a new segment at the end of each episode of A JOURNEY WITH BERNIE. It's called CHIP'S TAKE HOME PAY and it will be his 4 minute summary of key learnings that will add even more value to your listening and learning experience. As CHIP so beautifully suggests, he will 'springboard you towards seeing key strategies and actions that can move you forward towards becoming that more loving human being'. CHIP is perfect for this new role. He himself is a critical thinker. He wants to teach you on how to become one as well.
Chip is super intelligent and I frequently bow to his unique turn of phrase and his width of vocabulary. Even in this episode, you will hear his colour with phrases like ... 'grief is love persisting' ... It will 'rip your apathy' ... or 'quietening that voice of unworthiness'.So that you can get to know our wonderfully fun, full of life, co-host this CHAPTER WITH CHIP is about his personal learnings from our most recent episodes. He highlights stories of guests that impacted him greatly. He explains why. More importantly, he shares how lessons from the podcast have taught him on how to be a better man, a better partner and a greater embracer of life. Chip Huddy is joy personified. You will enjoy this episode immensely and at the end of it you may even want contact details on Chip's private Irish counsellor! Her 'Joey' strategy is a ripper!
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Janette Salmi is a gem. She is a beautiful jewel ... a woman of class and high-level integrity. She is driven by her clear values which inspire her belief in the wholesome capacity of the human spirit. Throughout all of her SEASONS ... her SEASON as a mother of four ... her SEASON as a senior secondary school administrator ... her SEASON as an aged care nurse, she has always offered faith and belief in the dignity and respect for the individual. At times, people thought that her preference to honour 'goodness in others' was naive, maybe even an invitation to treat her as a 'soft touch' and ride profitably on her enthusiasm. It is true, she has been taken for granted, but never once has her innate kindness, her faith in humanity, and her preference to live a life rich in love ... never once has it waivered. This is the Janette Salmi way. SEASONS are what Janette calls the CHAPTERS of her life, and it is 'the good and the flawed' experiences from her SEASONS, that have strengthened her way and led her to a powerful and beautiful existence.
As the last third (60-90, according to Jane Fonda) of her life approached, Janette Salmi chose to dedicate herself to housing and caring for her aged Uncle Jeff and Aunty Meg. She loved them too much to see them separated in a Sydney nursing home. Supported by her husband, she renovated the 'granny flat' and became the custodian of dignity, ensuring that Uncle and Aunty lived out their elder years rich in love, wisdom and celebration. Some saw that Janette's choice was simply putting her own life on hold. Janette's response was to smile and welcome the continuous treasure load of experiences that kept adding enormous value to the lives of all, who encountered this profound loving environment for her extended family.
Uncle Jeff and Aunty Meg have recently passed away with the grace and dignity they deserved. Both of them living beyond their medically predicted timeframes. Janette now finally, has the time to retire, take breath, slow down and enjoy quieter times, BUT ... this is not the Janette way! Why would anyone stop offering the wisdom of their years, when they reach that beautiful stage of life when they finally KNOW ... when finally, they can SEE. When finally, they have that feeling of ARRIVING ... that feeling of VALUE. These are the sentiments of Janette Salmi and this is why Janette in her early 70's has started an extraordinary business called DIGNIFIED MOVEMENT ... www.dignifiedmovement.com.au ... which is dedicated to inspiring new levels of Dignified Disability Care, Dignified Home Care for the Elderly, Dignified Enhancement of Senior Life. Janette, who feels at the peak of her powers is now taking advantage of the journey of her years to build her legacy. She is extraordinary.
My dear people, this story is inspiring. It is powerful. It changes the way we see the last term of life. It blows extra breath into how we see, interact, relate and respect our elder citizens and disabled brothers and sisters. At the heart of it all is one woman's desire to live fully fuelled by her enormous capacity to love deeply. This episode is gold and Janette Salmi is the glorious treasure.
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For 30 years, I have asked teachers around the world the same question ... "Does Education prepare our children for Life?" My instinct says that 90% have shaken their heads with disappointment, claiming that red tape, curriculum pressures and confused vision from government defined leadership, have distracted teachers from the very heart of what they believe is the ultimate purpose of education. They agree with the voice of Chad Foreman who in Episode 36 suggested that education prepares students for an economy, not for a life of love and happiness.
In this extraordinary exploration of educational possibilities, Australian Teacher of the Year Nominee, Mitch Mills, with the full support of his school's administration opposes the trend. His increasingly popular 'Changing Lanes' program fosters potent, solid friendships across the entire cohort that last well beyond their school years. He leads processes and experiences that create comfort around openness, vulnerability, authenticity and strong connectedness. Mitch helps his students to feel the power of 'REAL' and in so doing creates bonds that support each other for decades.
'Changing Lanes' challenges teachers too. Teachers are called to be appropriately vulnerable and REAL as are the students. They must model the behavior. Parents have to be in on the act as well. They too need skills of openness, authentic and loving speech, comfort in providing 'tough love' with teenagers who can innately be silent and closed. Mitch's programme inspires strong supportive communities and in doing so he is offering the student an experience far more meaningful than Calculus and the Periodic Table. He is not blind to the need for curriculum, but he wishes to offer education a new vision, which balances subject-driven learnings with skills and perspectives that bring students happiness and meaning for life. Mitch Mills is a much-needed revolution, coaching our children to find love for self, the beauty of people and the joy of life.
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When Florian and Vicky, the adventurers from Austria, who sailed the world during Covid (Episode 38), suggested I meet Mayda Reyes, a Tantra Healer from Mexico, I must admit to two things. INTRIGUE and a TREPIDATION as to what I was opening myself up too !!! Here at the launch of this extraordinary episode, I now realise how little I know about ancient philosophies ... how easy it is to be framed by religious constructs that hinder us from being fully human ... and how beautiful it is to meet a woman with compassion and understanding for the journey of MEN.
Mayda Reyes comes from the 'Lineage of the Kings' from her beloved Mexico. She is a Tantra Healer. She explains that Tantra is a philosophy that precedes Hinduism and Buddhism. It is a human road-map on how one can maximise their human experience and touch the source of creation. We can do both.
She explains how the Western World has only tapped into that part of Tantra that major religions deemed both 'sacred and taboo'. Consequently, she speaks about the depths of sexuality and intimacy like one would speak about eating or any other human function. Her freedom around sexual expression is liberating. You will hear it in this episode.
She has the same reason as many other women to be hurt and revengeful about the selfish actions of sex-driven men, but instead she compassionately seeks to understand them. She helps them to see their sacredness and to be their higher self. Through her, men can weep like waterfalls. Such is their feeling of liberation.
I am very proud to bring you this episode with Mayda Reyes. It is different ... very different. It approaches the subject of love, happiness and meaning from yet another dimension of life. Please listen with an open mind. Make sure the word 'Tantra' does not block you or tarnish your perception of what this episode is about, for if it does, you will miss out on 'gold and treasure' as rich as the Aztec and Inca Cultures which have massaged the spirit of this beautiful woman.
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How is it that I can visit Tokyo and visit Starbuck's for an early morning 'Latte on Oat Milk' and finish up 48 hours later podcasting the guy that sits behind me! Well, that's the incredible experience I had with Keith Clark, Chief Executive Officer of Jury Analyst, and wait until you hear exactly what that entails. His clients are potentially the 'Who's Who' of Hollywood and America's legal fraternity. These are clients, who often find themselves surrounded by court room sagas with millions at stake. For the attorney, having a jury who they know are receptive to the details of the case is essential. This is where Keith's business plays a vital role. Jury Analyst is able to provide a profile of the type of juror most likely to absorb and understand the way the attorney frames the case. Sometimes Keith's profile data can decide whether Person A gets the nod for Jury Duty or whether the case would be better served by Person D. The implications could be the difference between winning the 8 figure settlement or paying the costs!!
Of course, my interest was to discover whether Keith's data and profiling tools could perhaps also recognise the characteristics of an ecstatic person filled with the joy of life and love for people. The discussion that unfolded was at times riveting. Couple this exploration with Keith's profound personal journey and we have an episode that is full of riches. Wait until you hear about how these profiling tools have been used to shape political elections! Naturally enough, such discussions also inspired open dialogue around the need for greater ethical standards and values-driven behaviours, not just in legal and political arenas, but in all industry.
Our shared truth was distorted, when we referred to the Hollywood Classic 12 ANGRY MEN starring Henry Ford or Gregory Peck. Apologies to Henry Fonda for our glaring error, but Keith and I certainly got it right when recommending you read 'Think and Grow Rich' by Naploean Hill or Karma Book by Sadhguru: A Yogi’s Guide to Crafting Your Destiny. The latter is by far the most enlightening book I have read in 2022. Of course, you must have a listen to Keith's Podcast called Get in the Game Podcast from Jury Analyst on Stitcher. It is a wonderful insight into the Journey for Justice.
There is one sentence in Ben's resume that reads ... "Skilled in Business Planning, Operations Management and Leadership with an extensive history in the Quick Service Restaurant industry".I have known this Chief Operating Officer of Domino's Pizza Japan for 10 years and a sentence like the above only describes what he has done. It doesn't tell you of the unique perspectives and paradigms that define Ben Oborne. These are attitudes and views, which ultimately have accelerated this 34 year old up the ladder of leadership. It's simple, Ben's way of seeing people and the world around him attracts people's interest and their curiosity, just as it has done mine for a decade.
Why does Ben Oborne connect with most?
Why do most people never feel threatened by him?
Why is Ben Oborne so naturally likeable?
How come wherever he has ventured, staff like and respond to him?
What differentiates him from so many of his peers?
He promotes TRUST. He sells BELIEF. He fosters CONNECTION. He lives by the creed that "Team's succeed, but only leader's fail". Now that's ACCOUNTABILITY.
Of course, you won't be surprised that his primary ingredients are EMPATHY and CURIOSITY. His desire to explore and learn is simply at another level. Which is why you will come to understand Ben's fascination with all that is beautifully hospitable with the spirit that surrounds him ... the CULTURE of JAPAN.
If you have enjoyed the wide variety of different backgrounds that have defined the first 25 episodes of A JOURNEY WITH BERNIE, then you will love the backdrop of this episode about an outstanding corporate leader, whose life journey took him from Jindera to Japan. (I will let you look up Jindera. See if you can find it!) It's the story of a young man who learnt life through games of hockey and as lead singer of a Rock Band, which fueled his love of people and thirst to understand. This episode will remind you that life is a playground of rich opportunities and experiences.
Grab the opportunity even more by reading Ben's recommendation ... "Start with Why" by Simon Sinek, and by chance if you want to sound like Ben, then look up words like 'nefarious and despot'. I had never heard of them until this episode! This hour is so easy to enjoy with an unassuming, humble, egoless explorer of life, whose attributes make him a mighty, effective Corporate Leader.
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Joel Staite passed away on October 8. The cancer that invaded his being some 6 years ago finally took his body. When first diagnosed, Joel's life span was confined to that year. He found a way. He found a way to live. He found a pathway that enabled him to maximise life for another 5 years, and that is one of his outstanding legacies. There was no victim here. No 'poor me'. I will never forget Joel's statement in Episode 8, in which he said, "I am almost thankful to cancer for showing me how to live".
Who says that? Only a soul that is discovered greater riches knows that truth. Joel Staite was such a soul.
When anyone asks me what A JOURNEY WITH BERNIE is all about, I simply reply 'Listen to EPISODE 8'. It was ' MY GO TO' Episode. It was the episode that epitomised the pathway that calls ALL of us to become a more loving human being. It calls ALL of us to inspire greater inner happiness from within, and to add greater meaning to our humble lives today. Joel Staite discovered that pathway. However, his greatest claim is that 'none of us need to wait for death to tap us on the shoulder and remind us that it is around the corner'. If Joel was speaking to you right now, he would simply say, 'Recognise NOW that all life is impermanent and that there is no guarantee that any of us will wake up breathing tomorrow. Therefore, don't wait!! Learn to live your life fully NOW. We don't have to wait. The fullness of life is available right now'.
Joel Staite your spirit lives on pal. It is so alive.
When one of our Australian trekkers to Everest Base Camp woke up with symptoms of Pulmonary Oedema on Day 6, then only one response was possible ... EVACUATE! It was so essential to get our patient to the right hospital ASAP. A helicopter was rung immediately.
Inadvertently, we chose incredibly well! ERA International Hospital ... www.era-hospital.com ... was not a beautiful choice, because it specialises in Altitude Related Conditions, nor was it the right one because its focus is predominantly on assisting international visitors. It was the right one, because Dr Manoj, Dr Thorang and their staff have created an extraordinary team philosophy of relationship centered medicine. It is an approach in which the patient assists the Doctors in their diagnosis. These Doctors prefer to trust the powerful instinct of their ill guests. They listen to them. Their approach is driven by respect and relationship building. It is an approach in which they see a member of their own family in every patient. It is an approach in which the treatment of the patient considers a wholistic approach. Even the financial worries of the patient might be addressed to alleviate stresses. In their mission as Doctors, it is clear that love for all people comes first.
Observers would say that it was this approach that enabled both Doctors to thrive as physicians in Covid ravaged Nepal. Their hospital was adding 30-50 mattress beds per day. Tents were erected just to create more beds. Oxygen bottles were shared just to keep the growing numbers alive, but through it all patients praised the loving commitment and dedication they experienced from these two wonderful practitioners of medicine.
This is an episode in which one's profession has become an extension of their life, or is it the other way round?
Has one's career set the platform to become a true lover of life and humanity.
Gee you will enjoy this episode.
It makes you think what could be possible in the medical profession and indeed in all service industries.
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He was 70 when he decided that he still had it in him!! Even the decision to trek to Everest Base Camp over 13 days separates Andy Loney, a Grandfather of 6, as unique. One of his companions was a beautifully curious, 'let me tackle the world', 21 year old. His name was Darcy Elks. Darcy strode to Everest Base Camp with confidence and assurance. Andy finished up needing a horse to get him to the base of Sagarmartha. He had never ridden one! Darcy still had energy the next morning to take on a bigger challenge ... the ascent of Kala Patthar to 5600 metres. His reward was a conversation with Everest.
Same event ... same expectations ... different journeys!!!
So how does a resilient gent of 70 years see this massive spiritual adventure?
Does a 21 year old see it differently?
What did they learn from each other?
What chat did they have with the spirit of the Himalayas invading them?
What was their experience of the Sherpa spirit ... of their beautiful Buddhism?
Here we have the different paradigms of youth and elder. Or were their perspectives different at all?
Different views ... different learnings ... what conclusions did they reach?
This is an intriguing episode, where three people own the microphone to share their learnings of their most powerful experiences on the road to Everest Base Camp. Gee, you will enjoy this one!
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Sometimes, one is just lucky or did we attract each other??
Were our spirits aligned with so much communal joy that coming together was only a matter of being in each other's vicinity.
Well, that's the way it feels when I first met today's guest on that mighty trail to Everest Base Camp. Rob Duff for every one of those 132 kilometres was WALKING JOY. You couldn't help but notice him. He talks with passion and rare energy. There is something alive in Rob that just seems to make him permanently happy. People notice.
This episode will describe an extraordinary Love for God and Jesus, that makes one realise that belief and faith is mighty powerful and capable of filling one's heart and spirit with overflowing love. Rob Duff exemplifies this. Don't expect an episode in which someone is going to try to sell you Christianity. That's not Rob's style. In fact, Rob doesn't have to sell you anything because ROB as WALKING TALKING LOVE is THE MESSAGE. Love from Rob Duff follows his every step. Just ask 23 orphaned children in Lesotho, that land blocked country within South Africa. Thanks to Rob's drive and dedication, they have LIFE, as he and his Irish colleagues build homes and find foster parents to look after 5 to 6 orphans per house. So far, they have built 4 homes and 23 children have been rescued. Their charity ONE DAY is making an extraordinary contribution ... One Day – An Irish Project Building Family Homes for Orphans in Lesotho (one-day.co)
If you want to hear Rob's passion for this extraordinary work, then you must tune into this video ... What’s Your ONE DAY… – One Day (one-day.co) ... For those who have ears to hear, you will love this episode as it clearly demonstrates that a pathway to SUSTAINABLE LOVE can clearly be found in an all-encompassing loving relationship with one's GOD.
Be aware this episode might just swamp you with excess joy, enthusiasm and a high degree of authentic love. The amazing thing about it all, is that it is real !!
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I was having breakfast at Kathmandu Guest House in Nepal ... Kathmandu Guest House by KGH Group - Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal. (ktmgh.com) ... when I noticed this young Nepalese man being warmly greeted by a large group of International Travellers. Ravi GC was loved by all of them. This is understandable, when you consider that Ravi had just led them all to a remote location in Western Nepal, where under the expert leadership of enthusiastic technicians, the group was able to assemble 'a Solar grid' and deliver electricity for the very first time to village residents. Can you imagine the moment when they turned on the switch and the light bulb glowed for the first time????
Light in the home. Children being able to study and do homework.
Laptops turned 'on' for the first time.
Water pumps were able to bring water from nearby sources to the village center.
Building tools could be powered to create additional housing.
Agricultural machinery operating efficiently to harvest crops.
The benefits were enormous. This video will explain ... www.youtube.com/watch?v=KVJp3UcAoP4
What is even more amazing is that Ravi GC at just 35 years of age has inspired this outcome in 84 different villages.
The question this podcast asks Ravi is 'Why'?
Afterall, he has an Electrical Engineering Degree. Ravi could build a mighty professional career in this Himalayan powered country. Demand for his skill and knowledge would be enormous. Why choose such a charitable community existence, the remuneration of which would be a third of his financial capability?
Welcome to this incredible story of a young man, whose servitude and love for people is not comprisable.
Be aware, this episode is likely to make you re-evaluate!
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If you created 2 social events per month that attracted 30 to 100 mainly strangers, what would you learn about people?
If your intent was to earnestly chat and connect with the great majority of them, what connecting skills would you discover and develop?
This is the world of Chris Andersen, the well-known host of 'Beer with Mates' that meets monthly in the town of Brisbane, Australia. They are wonderful events. I know this for certain, I have been there and enjoyed Chris's hospitality many times.
The question I asked of Chris was 'why'? Why does Chris Andersen create such events?
His story of hiding his bi-polar from ALL but the few and climbing the corporate ladder is a story of confusion and uncertainty. Now, by his own admission 'he has never been in a better space'. He has learnt how to manage his bi-polar in social settings so that it actually works FOR him. His desire to grow and evolve has become a foundation for loving life and as for 'Beer with Mates', that too is an incredible learning ground. Already, this interview has impacted me greatly from taking my attention off-self in social settings to intentionally making the person with whom I am chatting, feel most valued.
At one stage of his life Chris read a 'self-help' book per week. He was thirsty for information and power growth. Now that thirst for learning has a contrasting mission. He seeks to see the good and speak the good of all people. Now Chris's passion is simply his own happiness. He values his work as long as it is an extension of himself, not at odds with whom he is or desires to become. His is an intriguing journey already. Chris is just 37.
'Read these books' says Chris. They are game changers.
'Relentless' by Michael Jordan's coach Tim Grover.
'Social Intelligence' by Daniel Goleman and 'Mindsight' by Daniel Siegel are also must reads, but if by chance this episode stirs you to want to continue the conversation with Chris, then meet him at the SOAPBOX Pub in Gipps Street, Fortitude Valley on the first Friday of each month. You will be glad you did. I will most likely see you there too!
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John Godwin uses the word 'Sainthood' freely. It is not necessarily a religious reference nor is it a pathway. John describes it as a state or essence that exists in all of us. Even in his own life, he acknowledges those times where it was so easy to be distracted by the values of society and play the 'success' game. Fortunately for John and for thousands of people, mostly in their teens, John's call to serve and add value was never too far away. It has bubbled within him, all of his life.
When business colleagues betrayed his trust, John and his family were forced to relinquish their family home. Cast into doubt and uncertainty, John turned to the only thing that he knew was unshakeable ... his core values. Rather than dwell upon the pain of shame that he felt for letting down his loved ones, John chose to slowly rebuild his life without compromise for his innate call to love, create joy and add value through service to others. We are all so lucky that he did!!
Thousands of those that society deem 'disadvantaged or struggling' change their lives through his 8 lesson terms offered in his incredible Inspiring Brighter Futures program ... www.inspiringbrighterfutures.com
Perhaps his greater achievement in this exceptional coaching experience is his ability to attract MENTORS ... one for every participant. At times there may be 300 participants with each of them having their own private mentor ... 300 participants ... 300 mentors. Doctors, Teachers, National Sports Heroes, Tradespeople, Mums and Dads they all want to contribute time and guidance. This is a testimony not just to the impact of the program, but to their appreciation of the values and character that define John Godwin.
This podcast is loaded with gems. John knows the pathway to creating inner happiness. He sees it clearly and he lives it daily. Like most of you who listen to this podcast, he sees it as his journey, smiling to himself when he occasionally catches himself straying from his joy of serving. John Godwin has a lot to teach ... EVERYONE.
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She was one of the brightest. Straight A's. Loved to study. Loved to do well in her exams, BUT ... She just didn't fit in. The body was frumpy and the Queen Bees even called her 'bloated'. The mental and personal anguish Bella Cameron felt as a 15 year old was enormous and slowly began to dominate her existence. By the age of 24, Bella's eating disorder preferred a day-stay in bed rather then attending a University lecture. Her world began to crumble.
It was time to UNLEARN!
Inspired by sound therapeutic guidance, Bella started to let go of the things that society had taught her and in the process discover the creative ways of the beautiful child within her that once played so joyfully. While others now define their lives by the amount they can cram into a single day or by their status and accumulating success, Bella values space ... space in her day. She values time to crochet. She sees it as a form of meditation and an opportunity to keep 'thoughts of the past' at bay. She treks with nature. To her, life is now a game of climbing ladders! It is more about maximising the current moments.
I regard this as one of the best episodes yet. It is a story about 'how society can get in the way' if we let it. It is a lesson in how to convert pain and chaos into a greater capacity to love, if we want it. It is a story of courage to be true self and not let anyone define you. It is the story of 29 year old Bella Cameron, who crochets and in the process has discovered a wisdom beyond her years.
Brett Lee was a detective for 23 years. His job was collecting evidence that protected the community from 'the bad guys'. In the process, Brett didn't realise, he was amassing profound information that would one day protect thousands of our children from the sinister forces of the Internet. Now, he is the definitive expert in this country around Internet Safety. Brett and his amazing organisation called 'Internet Safety Education' ... Internet Safe Education | Home Page ... help schools, teachers, parents, and students, recognise the dangers and 'undesirables' when on social media. He even coaches 'prep' and kindergarten kids! At the time of this podcast, he had just started a week, which involved 17 presentations to the rural schools of Western Qld. Everyone wants Brett Lee and so they should for his experience and 5 simple protective strategies enhance the safety of our children on the NET by 90% if comprehensively applied.
First is recognition and understanding that NOTHING on the Internet is private. Absolutely NOTHING is PRIVATE and Brett proves it in this podcast ! What is interesting about his 4 other strategies is that if parents have the courage to 'tough love' them into action, they are more than likely to boost the esteem and comfort of their child substantially!
In this podcast, you will hear how the internet 'normalises' behaviour that might just challenge the values of your home and indeed the traditionally accepted values of society. You will hear discussion around the question of self-managing 'one's sexual preferences and desires'. Is this a missing part of our educational program? Self-management education may well be a key for those whose innate sexuality is at odds with social or community acceptance. It is a fascinating conversation, during which books such as The Way of the Superior Man Online Training | David Deida and Screen Resolution by Brett Lee - Internet Safe Education are referenced.
If you are a parent this is a must listen for you will learn of the authority you have to courageously love your child in a way that protects and enriches them. It is an intriguing hour for anyone who serves the education of children and for all else, you will find this podcast an absorbing insight into how your privacy on the net is illusionary. This is such a different in-your-face real world podcast. Most enjoyable and enlightening.
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ParkRun is a phenominal organisation ... home | parkrun Australia ... No matter where you live in the world, you are likely to find a ParkRun starting at 7am every Saturday morning. Run by volunteers, it's an opportunity to run 5 klms with the community and get timed. I once went to London and found a ParkRun in St James Park outside of Buckingham Palace, but the New Farm ParkRun here in Brisbane, Australia is even more royal. Not only does it attract over 500 runners, but it is an opportunity to meet a unique character. His name is 'HAPPY'. Yes, this exuberant, lover of life, joyous American brings something extra special to the ParkRun experience. He has a smile and a laugh for everyone, a flower for the girls, a celebration 'yelp' for the finishers and a camera to capture the highlights. Everyone knows 'Happy'. Some privately question 'how could anyone be so 'Happy'?
What's his secret?
In this podcast, you will learn that it is not complex.
Learn that we can all drink from a well of 'enthusiasm' that lives inside us. It never dries up, yet according to 'Happy' some people forget it is there because they have allowed the joy to be knocked out of them by the inevitable challenges of life.
Simple acts of kindness are fuel for your own 'levels of happiness'.
Being bold and living on the edge helps too! It makes life exciting and fun.
Embrace this episode and let one man's journey and perspective of life remind you that 'Happiness, Joy and Love of Life is not only a choice ... it is a lifestyle.
Five of Bernie's previous guests wanted to give Bernie a taste of his own medicine. They appointed Taylor Pearce to interview him and their questions certainly weren't lightweight. So what would you say if asked ...
How do you create more self-love?
How do you let go of your fears and anxieties?
What are the secrets to being an effective coach of your team, your staff, your children?
Ian Suter, wanted to know of Bernie's daily routines that serve his loving state.
Start with reading Bernie's favorite book ... 'The Book of Joy' by Douglas Abrams ... it will teach you why 'Perspective' is perhaps your most underrated gift. Bernie even discusses one of the blessings of Covid.
Facilitated by Taylor Pearce, Bernie offers so many gems. This episode is full of strategies and actions that you can apply to your own existence right now and receive immediate reward.
Oh! ... and wait till you hear Taylor Pearce in Bernie's role. Is Taylor planning a mutiny!!
Ian Suter is Canadian by birth but is an extraordinarily happy man by nature. He adores his wife, creates
exceptional ‘family’ and prefers to first see the best in ALL people. His work as the Principal of his own
realestate company is purely an extension of who he is … Suter Smith Cleine | Noosa Real Estate
Specialists. As he intimates in the podcast, ‘It is nothing to do with money. It is everything to do with the joy
of serving people’. The question this podcast attempts to answer is ‘How did he come to see life this way’?
Well, who would you become if these were your life experiences?
During his first 16 years, he shared his toys, his meals, his time with the Foster Home that his parents
provided for 130 different children. Now, that’s a different childhood! They became his pseudo brothers and
sisters. He tells the stories of them and what they taught him.
In late teenage and early adulthood, he worked as a Chauffer, a Level ‘A’ bodyguard, a bartender and bar
manager in 23 drinking establishments across 3 different countries. He learnt how to connect with people.
He developed valuable contacts that enabled him to work his way into ‘the rich and famous’. He had lunch
with the CEO of Disney and crossed paths with Arnold Schwarzenegger on 3 separate occasions. He had
conversations with the richest men in the world, Michael Lee-Chin, Warren Buffett, and Charlie Monger. He
learnt about their ego and sometimes ‘their lack of it’ that enabled them to be successful AND ‘HAPPY’ at the
same time. Now that’s different! He saw patterns in the way people thought, responded and lived that
enabled him to learn what is truly valuable.
Ian Suter is the product of an extraordinary childhood, vast range of different experiences and the lessons he
has gleaned from his curiosity for ALL people. He has learnt from those who drunkenly wanted their 7 th
martini for the evening to those whose names are in weekly magazines.
I found the last 20 minutes of this podcast to offer exceptional insights. Tell me what you think?
Tell Ian what you think. Write to him at … ian@sutersmithcleine.com.au. Ian, also explains why this ‘oldie but
a goodie’ … How to Win Friends & Influence People: Dale Carnegie: 8937485909400: Amazon.com: Books
… should be a mandatory read for any child in upper secondary school. If only education would value these
type of educational experiences!
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Steven Gilbert has Pizza Sauce running through his veins! He owns 11 stores in the regions of North Brisbane and Newcastle which employ 450 staff. Yet meet him in the family home or at his Redcliffe store and you will see the same passionate man, full of life and love for his people. He doesn’t refer to himself as a business owner or a Domino’s Franchisee. He sees himself as THE COACH and responsible for the developing life skills of all employees, many of whom are tasting their very first job. His work culture emphasises fun, games, rewards and celebration. Some of his employees have grown with him over time to become permanent business partners. Steve proudly developed their personal and operational skills to the point, where vendor financing them into part ownership of his stores was the obvious next step. He calls it the ultimate ‘win-win’ and thanks Stephen Covey’s ‘7 HABITS OF HIGHLY EFFECTIVE PEOPLE’ for inspiring him.
What is remarkable about Steve Gilbert is that his joy and enthusiasm for life invades everything he does. He speaks of his relationship with his wife Briony as if he was still ‘a teenage boy’ on his first date. Every Thursday is ‘daddy’s day off’ with his kids. He is at his happiest when all aspects of his life - family, health, work, staff – are being served in a single week. Such work-life balance is his foundation for constant joy.
Not only will you hear some wonderful ideas on how to generate self-love and happiness, you will feel it in his voice. Somehow, Steven Gilbert has found the rhythm that enables him to love life in an extraordinary way. Please laugh along with us.
Please contact Steven and let him know what you have learnt … steven.gilbert.dominos@gmail.com
Dr Deb is a pioneer of travel medicine in Australia, if not the globe. Since 1988, her clinic in Adelaide St., Brisbane, has prepared over a 100,000 individuals for their international adventures. Turn on ‘talkback’ ABC radio on any night of the week and you just might catch the enthusiastic tones of Dr Deb sharing her vast experiences on how to embrace the health challenges of travel. In this arena, she is without peer. Her research and accumulated knowledge has been widely published in medical journals and conventional press. Her book … Travelling Well: The must have guide to a safe and healthy journey … is in its 21st edition. Apart from being the most passionate of practitioners, Deb also draws on her own exploration of 53 countries with special commendation for visits to Antarctica and Bhutan.
However, this podcast, is not just an insight into Deb’s professional passion. It is a commentary about both the strength and delicacy of the human body. She comments on the miracle of the immune system and how it works. She explains how vaccines give your body ‘a mini battle’ before the real disease hits. She explains drug ‘addiction’ and more importantly why we should be addicted to sleep! Eight glasses of water per day makes sense. She not only advocates plenty of fruit and vegetables, but also explains the value of intermittent fasting. Collectively, her advices in this episode, help us to maximise the body so we can embrace more years of living!
Deb welcomes your feedback about this podcast and would encourage you to email her … email@drdeb.com.au
I personally rate this episode as a must hear!
Disillusioned with the education system, Merryn Tuck decided in her mid-50’s to leave behind 20 plus years of teaching. This was a mighty tough decision, because as a teacher she had few peers. Students adored her. Parents loved her impact on their children, but she could not continue to serve a system that challenged the manner in which she connected with her classroom. She decided to become an Air BnB agent. Someone who manages the properties of owners and creates experiences for their guests. When I first met Merryn and her business partner Alison, they were managing just 3 properties. I have since learnt that two of them were their own!! Her competition were big agencies flushed with technologies that could analyse data and identify precisely the financial yield of that property at any time of the year. I chose Merryn’s HOST YOUR HOME … Airbnb Property Managers Sunshine Coast - Host Your Home (hostyourhomesc.com.au) …, because it was obvious that these two ladies were hungry and keen to serve serve serve. Wind the clock on two years later and Merryn Tuck has become an Air BnB global phenomena.
Recently, she was featured in a global launch of HOSPITABLE HOSTS … STR Owners, Airbnb Hosts, Vacation Rentals Owners - Hospitable Hosts … a book recognising the very best Air BnB hosts on our planet. So, what is her secret? Why has her business already attracted nearly 80 properties already? Why does she receive weekly requests to manage more precious homes and beach abodes? In this podcast, you will hear of a business leader who manages her staff with love, nurture and connection. She empowers her staff. They are not cleaners. They are presentation specialists. They do not see her as the boss, at times she can be one of the girls! Don’t misconstrue this message, she also knows what ‘tough love’ looks like. She has asked four staff to leave.
Merryn identifies the value she derived from 7 HABITS OF HIGHLY EFFECTIVE PEOPLE by Stephen Covey and the Japanese Philosophy of ICHIGO ICHIE presented in book format by Francesc Miralles and Hector Garcia. She buys the latter book for new staff as their welcome gift. This is the story of a woman, who is unafraid to be herself in all dimensions of her life. Her work is merely an extension of who she is and what she values. It works! HOST YOUR HOME is flourishing.
As a point of differentiation from other podcasts, A JOURNEY WITH BERNIE stops interviewing this week and takes a breath to identify main learnings offered by our previous 9 guests. On reflection, the podcast is even more than that. It is Bernie himself explaining how the podcast that he directs and manages is actually shifting his own life! In Bernie’s own words ‘Bring on more of these weekly learnings and even more opportunities to grow, because it is just a sensational way to live’.
This episode is different … delightfully different. It has 13 excerpts from the 9 guests who have defined A JOURNEY WITH BERNIE so far. Even though the topic is the same each week, it’s all about LOVE, MEANING and HAPPINESS, this ‘summary’ episode will highlight how each of our guest taps into so many different ways to enhance our capacity to give and be more. Tony Groom through Nature. Slatts through innate joy. Skip through a Morning Routine. Joel Staite finding greater life and meaning through pain and chaos. John Buchanan through purpose and doing what is important. Every guest approaches the pathway to love and happiness through different angles thereby offering Bernie and you the listeners a multitude of thoughts and ideas on how to add greater meaning to our lives. Themes such as Meditation, Living in the Now, Letting Go of Past, Power of Nature and Love of People are themes beginning to emerge as valuable, but what do these focuses look like on a daily basis. This episode will paint that picture. This podcast also offers access to other valuable resources. You will hear of the 10 day Vipassana Silent Retreat … Vipassana Centre Queensland | Dhamma Rasmi … and a profound programme led by Liz Turnbull – Psychotherapy and Meditation. Podcasts by Rich Roll, Tim Ferris and Sam Harris are endorsed. They are easily found on Spotify or Apple. Books such as INNER ENGINEERING by Sadhguru and THE COURAGE TO BE DISLIKED by Kishimi and Koga are strongly advocated.
You will definitely find this episode beautifully different with our show host, Bernie Kelly, bringing you the best of A JOURNEY WITH BERNIE so far. Through his observations and sharing, you will also enjoy the opportunity to understand the heart and sentiment of the founder of this podcast. For sure you will hear of his hopes and intentions. Expect for this episode to overload you with ideas and stimuli that might just enhance your possibilities and maximise your day to day. Enjoy this 10 episode Anniversary!! Imagine what a 100 episodes will look like!!
Peter Darcy may be the only student ever to get a worse Year 12 result in his repeat year then he did in his first attempt. Yet, it never stopped him from calling on his zest for life which was inspired through early childhood adventures in Papua New Guinea. Exploring the townships and venturing into virgin forests taught Peter to be independent, to step outside of comfort zone and to believe that he could handle any issue. Yet in his own words, he found it so easy to fall into line with conventional living of building a commercial empire, growing the bank account and taking the roads most commonly travelled. His real estate agency thrived on his enthusiasm and energy but lacked realism and sincerity. Consequently, when cancer arrived in his middle years of life, he saw it as a tap on the shoulder from the ‘big fella upstairs’ that he needed to re-visit and re-evaluate his values and reflect on what truly brought meaning to his life. The landscape is changing now. He embraces his spirituality. Sees greater opportunity to demonstrate love in all dimensions of his life and claims that he has never been driven by more hope and vision than now. Peter is 62 and if there is one line in this whole episode that will hit a nerve is Peter’s strong request ‘to stop looking in the rear vision mirror’ for fear that the past tarnishes the now and distorts our hopes and vision for our desired futures.
Peter’s book of the moment has been inspired by Episode One guest Emeritus Professor Kenneth Pakenham. Ken’s book ‘The Trauma Banquet’ offered by MoshPit Publishing can easily be obtained online through the usual channels of Booktopia, Amazon, Angus and Robertson etc. It is truly a mind-blowing read.
Peter so welcomes your feedback and connection. Simply go to … www.darcy.com.au … where all contact details can be found. Peter is waiting to hear from you
Someone asked me last week ‘Which podcast so far is my personal favourite’?
I refused to answer because all offer such different value, but I did say there is something very, very special about this episode.
It starts with this unique circumstance. At age 31, Joel Staite, a competitive cyclist and Ironman discovers blood in his urine, ignited by a rare cancer called Collecting Duct Carcinoma. This erratic condition only affects 50-60 people globally per year. Talk about against the odds! It has a dire life expectancy.
Joel’s pathway to combat this dreaded attack on his body started in 2016 with the removal of his kidney. In 2018, on his 33rd birthday, Joel had 6.5 litres of fluid drained from his abdomen indicating that his tumours were getting worse, not better. Quite simply, if a second immunotherapy drug didn't work, Joel had less than 12 months to live. So, what was Joel’s response?
Joel chose to let the prospect of death inspire a desire to truly live. He embraced the stimulation of visiting developing countries with multiple trips overseas. He threw himself into strengthening his body by training for and completing Olympic distance triathlons and long cycling challenges like ‘Smiling for Smiddy’ … Mater Smiling for Smiddy.
For many who know him, Joel has become a beacon for human potential. Fine tuning the right mind-set through meditation practices has been high on Joel’s agenda. He eats predominantly plant based foods. So far, he has gained three great years. In his own words, Joel summarises his evolving view, “Life is so precious. We never know what is going to happen, so just make the most of every single day. Maximise today. Maximise the current moment.” Not so long ago, Joel received great news. “Whatever you are doing … just keep doing it, because your cancer is retreating.”
Despite this favorable turn around, new tumours near his liver and spleen threaten. Joel’s answer is to keep fighting with a balance of both medical and spiritual solutions. Bravely, he willingly put his hand up to trial a new drug designed to stop feeding the cancer with protein. There have been side effects, but more importantly his tumours have reduced by 40%. His battle continues. This story of Joel Staite will teach you so much. Expect to learn how to draw strength for adversity. See why pain and chaos can sometimes be a blessing. Be inspired by how the prospect of death can actually be a catalyst for greater love and life.
Joel will embrace any support you are willing to offer which is why you can email him at … joel_staite@hotmail.com or even better help Joel’s personal mission to raise funds for Cancer Research by donating to … https://fundraise.mater.org.au/fundraisers/joelstaite
I figure the learnings from this podcast is worth $1000’s, which is why a $100 donation to support Joel is most certainly in order. What say you?
Now listen to this wonderful man. It’s worth hearing twice !
Don’t google the name. You are not likely to find it, yet in my eyes this man is a rare, uncommon, everyday saint. It’s not because of great organisations he has built or millions of people he has impacted, it is because of his way of life that serves everyday people on a daily basis. I watched John Slattery for years give his time and energy to thousands of young people who were just searching for a listening ear. He gave it to them willingly, joyfully and with wisdom. He was certainly instrumental in laying down the cultural and spiritual foundation of THE AUSTRALIAN YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME, now known as yLEAD. His early presence and way of engaging with youth still resonates today. Now at the age of 70, he simply drives a bus for the elderly who relish his morning joy as he transfers them to their medical appointments and shopping needs. What makes this podcast guest so unique is that he truly knows how the young see life, but he also knows intimately the inevitable life conclusions of the elderly as they approach the other end of life’s journey. That’s it … Slatts sees ‘the journey’ and in this episode he will share with you how to embrace from start to finish the joy of life. It’s easy to love this simple happy man. I sense you too will feel that connection throughout this outstanding podcast.
We met outside a quaint little bar in Kathmandu. He heard the Aussie accents and quite frankly, he just looked Australian. The cultural connection took over and soon revealed that we were talking to the first Tasmanian ever to climb Sagamartha - Mother Goddess - Mount Everest herself. Welcome to Nathan Longman. Just google the name. You will see news of Nathan’s incredible effort in multiple sites. What is fascinating about Nathan’s story is the WHY behind his incredible climb.. It was personal. It was very personal. Not only did Nathan need to prove something to himself, he also wanted to touch the hearts of the most important people in his life … his family. So what did he discover on his journey?
He actually learnt that the journey not the destination was the great teacher. He learnt that by investing in himself in such a profound way, greater love for self was always within him. He just needed to stop living in the past. Nathan Longman discovered pathways to becoming a more loving human being. It is hard for me to imagine that anyone listening to this podcast won’t find a gem … a piece of gold in this frank discussion with one very brave individual. Yes my dear people, this is a must listen.
Sir Alex Ferguson and Phil Jackson, Coach of the Michael Jordan led LA Lakers are household sporting names, but neither man can match the coaching record of today’s guest on A JOURNEY WITH BERNIE. John Buchanan delivered Queensland their first ever Cricket Sheffield Shield in his inaugural year as Qld coach. They waited 68 years for the trophy to enter The Sunshine State. Under his coaching tenure, the Australian Cricket Team became the first side ever to win 16 consecutive Test matches. They won Test Matches that were perceivably unwinnable. They were the first side to score 400 runs in a one day game. They were the World One Day and Test Champions at the same time. They are the only team that can be mentioned in the same breath as Don Bradman’s ‘Invincibles’ of 1948. They created their own legacy while ‘Buck’ was the coach.
How did he do it?
He will be the first to acknowledge the skill of his great players, but in this podcast you will learn of the strategies and actions John implements to assist his players to see more, do more and be more. Certainly, after this episode you will be asking yourself ‘What is my Everest’?
His insights are gold.
Of course, you can read about them in more detail in his terrific book ‘If Better is Possible’. To learn how business and groups can access the skills and teachings of the great coach do get in contact with ‘Buck’ at …
Buchanan Success Coaching| Welcome to Online Business Coaching (buchanancoaching.com)
For those of us who want to focus and activate our higher potential this hour with John Buchanan is a must ‘hear’.
They were kids just out of high school when they were given safe opportunities with Global Immersion to step into the world of their ‘Unknown’ and the breadth of what they discovered has stayed with them forever! Unforseen courage, wise insights and loving hearts continue to direct their lives today.
How come the natives of Tanzania and Kenya were the friendliest people they ever met, when they had so little?
Why should they embrace ‘us’ with such joy and enthusiasm, when we don’t even talk to our neighbours?
Why didn’t the African mother not panic, when her 2 year old baby was nowhere to be found?
Why were the people of the slum more attached to each other than their iPhone and were happier for it?
Is it possible that the simple, uncomplicated and uncomplex lives of these beautiful African and Sherpa people inspired a greater ‘we’ connection with humanity then all the riches of the west?
How did the immense challenges of ascending Kilimanjaro and trekking that mighty trail to Everest Base Camp help both Jasmine and Taylor discover qualities within self they didn’t even know they possessed?
From these extraordinary encounters, Jasmine and Taylor returned to Australia questioning some of the very values which had previously shaped their lives.
For Jas, her fortitude and resilience was tested beyond the max, when on the first day of her Kilimanjaro climb she discovered that her new home had become a victim of the devastating 2011 Brisbane Floods. The unbearable anguish inspired some of her greatest learnings which continue to influence her life today. You will learn why the philosophy of ‘it is what it is’ might just be a guide post to greater happiness.
This episode is so much more than exotic travel stories. It really is a personal exploration of the benefits of seeking outside of comfort zone experiences which inevitably will draw out of you dormant qualities that are just waiting to add more value and meaning to your life.
Taylor welcomes your contact anytime to discuss his experiences and particularly your enquiry into future adventures with Global Immersion … taylor@gitravel.com.au … 0419195953.
Jasmine as a highly qualified and reputable personal life coach would love to hear from you and assist … jasmine.l.cooper58@gmail.com
Feel free to contact both. You might just want too after you hear this wonderful episode.
Tony Groom is 83 years of age and yet he is still riding 30 plus klms per day, taking groups for 75 klm walking hikes and a member of The Queensland Choir. Recently, I went to see his choir deliver an inspirational rendition of Hanzel’s ‘Messiah’. It was sensational. Tony is sensational.
It was his Father, Arthur Groom, who along with Romeo Lahey inspired the hinterland mountain lodge known as Binna Burra. Had it not been for these two gentlemen, we may not have a World Heritage Lamington National Park today. They founded it. Poor management nearly destroyed it. Tony rescued it by giving people a variety of ways to access and embrace the power of nature. Creative Art Experiences, Gardening Week, the Binna Burra Senses Trail for visually handicapped, Photography Week, and Running High events were inspired by his 1973 Churchill Fellowship that gave him a 4 months study of National Parks in North America. Bear in mind prior to that he also spent 13 months with just 26 people at the Weather Observatory in Wilkes Base Antarctica. May I just add, he has also run 5 marathons. Then man knows how to live life fully!
He went one step further and gave the world a phenomenal travel organisation called interNATIONAL PARKtours. Formed in 1975, interNATIONAL PARKtours offers life changing experiences to National Parks of 67 countries. Visit their website and be enthralled. Go on a tour with them and be enhanced … Walking Holidays | International Park Tours | Guided Walking Vacations
Through all of his wonderful creations, there was one private hurdle that continued to suffocate his spirit. He was gay and the growing awareness that Tony was living a lie in his marriage relationship with his wonderful wife Connie impacted his spirit. Privately, Tony and Connie dealt with the dilemma. After Connie passed, Tony finally came out publicly on the occasion of his 75th birthday. He describes the occasion as FREEDOM. You should hear what he had to say about this moment in this podcast. It is penetrating. Listen to this episode and you will hear …
- How arrogant we as human beings have become about Nature.
- Why Nature is our true HOME.
- Know that you cannot live fully and live a lie with self
- True freedom is when you have the courage to be truly authentic.
Tony Groom is one of life’s treasures and after hearing of his story in this second episode of A JOURNEY WITH BERNIE, you will know why.
When I tell people I interviewed Ian Skippen on A JOURNEY WITH BERNIE, the standard response is “Well that would have been fun!” I know of no-one who enjoys and embraces life like Ian Skippen. He never takes himself seriously! He is joy personified. What is interesting is that his laughter is never at anyone’s expense. His happiness is something he simply shares with others.
Whether he is prepared to admit or not, Ian was the voice of breakfast radio here in Queensland for 30 years. Everyone knows ‘Skip’.
Yet his journey to becoming so joyous involves routine, habits and perspectives that are not common to all. In this podcast, he shares his daily strategies, actions and unique ways of seeing life that culminate in a daily celebration. That’s what makes this episode so unique. Today, laugh along with Ian Skippen and in the process learn how to find greater happiness in this beautiful game of life.
When Ken Pakenham was 13, he sat bedside and watched his mother slowly die after consuming rat poison. It was her final response to constant domestic violence. In the midst of his shattered family, Ken also suffered violent beatings at high school that continually punished his gender and sexual diversity. His deep desire to find meaning through his suffering led him on a roller-coaster of drug addiction, hippie communal living and homelessness. When he too was so close to giving up on the game of life, his sister introduced him to a straight and narrow pathway presented by the Pentecostal Church. It rescued him. University, marriage, fatherhood and career advancements followed. After being shattered by divorce, a new path opened that drew him back to his authentic self and gay love.
Well, you can imagine, what learnings are on offer in this our first episode of A JOURNEY WITH BERNIE?
Through Ken, you will come to fully understand the constant challenge we all have to identify, know and truly live our values not daily, not hourly but in every living moment. This episode suggests that somewhere in that state one experiences a freedom – a fullness of life. It might even be a definition for sustainable joy.
Kenneth Pakenham, is an Emeritus Professor in the School of Psychology at The University of Queensland, Australia. His research and clinical practice spans 40 years. Through his 170 publications, 9,500 citations of his work, 3 research awards, 3 teaching awards, and more than 3 million dollars of competitive grant funding, Ken has become a global leader in assisting others to cope with adversity. His story is epitomised in his recently published must read memoir …
The Trauma Banquet: Eating Pain - Feasting on Life : Pakenham, Kenneth: Amazon.com.au: Books
It is a must read, just as this inaugural episode is a must listen. We simply could not have had a better first up guest.
During the podcast COURAGE TO BE DISLIKED by Fumitake Koga and Ichiro Kishimi was also referenced and highly recommended.
Produced by The Podcast Boss
If you would like to look in the mirror and embrace the person you see then this podcast is compulsory listening.
It is unashamedly about love … predominantly love for self.
Fuelled by the thoughts, perceptions and actions of well chosen guests, who advocate the journey of life, you will learn of strategies and actions to help you appreciate the incredible being that is you.
You will learn how to generate greater happiness within self by seeing yourself, others and the world differently.
Your new paradigms will give your life greater meaning and purpose.
This has been Bernie’s Journey and through his expert facilitation and coaching, the lessons of others will be presented for your consideration.
Be warned some episodes may change your life permanently !