Best Grant Hackett Podcasts (2025)

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252. The Champion’s Mindset: Grant Hackett on Success in Sport and Business 1:00:47

18d ago1:00:47

1:00:47

In this week’s Kofkin Bond & Co podcast, Tony sits down with Grant Hackett — CEO of Generation Development Group and former Olympic swimming champion. Grant shares his inspiring journey from world-class athlete to accomplished business leader, revealing how the values of hard work, discipline, and consistency have driven his success in both sport a…

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Paul McGrath: Defying a 5% survival prognosis, the 'work hard' myth & 3 key elements to transform businesses 20:22

4d ago20:22

20:22

This week, YHA CEO Paul McGrath talks about being diagnosed with lymphoblastic leukemia at age 39, why working harder to get ahead is BS and he outlines the three key elements of successful transformation. This podcast is sponsored by Aussie Broadband. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Meet The Hacketts 29:05

5d ago29:05

29:05

Only a particularly hard-hearted human could see a dog or cat in trouble and not want to help. Maybe you’d share a post on social media. Or make a donation to a shelter, or a Go-Fund Me for a pet. But would you contemplate turning your back on your current career and dedicating your professional life to saving the lives of thousands of pets? That’s…

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253. Brighter Days: Jason Reid's Journey of Hope and Community 56:56

11d ago56:56

56:56

In this weeks podcast, Jason Reid discusses his journey and the formation of the Brighter Days Foundation, a charity focused on supporting children with severe illnesses. Jason shares personal anecdotes, including his son's battle with a brain tumor and other health challenges, which inspired him to start the foundation. He highlights the importanc…

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Melinda Petrunoff: The 20% rule for growth, her undelivered TED talk and why you shouldn’t hide your ambition 19:52

11d ago19:52

19:52

On this week’s episode, Pinterest’s Australian MD Melinda Petrunoff, talks about the importance of feeling uncomfortable for 20% of her role, how communicating her career ambitions led to increased opportunities and she discusses the challenges of raising identical twins. This podcast is sponsored by Aussie Broadband. See omnystudio.com/listener fo…

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Studyville Tigers 30:50

13d ago30:50

30:50

Asking for help isn’t always easy, but sometimes, it’s the smartest thing you can do, especially when it comes to learning. Amanda Martin learned that firsthand as a parent. When her kids hit middle school, she started looking for academic support — something beyond worksheets and flashcards. She found that the tutoring landscape felt outdated and …

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John Longmire: Performing under pressure, how to instil loyalty and the ‘seven out of ten’ rule 20:05

18d ago20:05

20:05

In this week’s episode, John Longmire, the executive director of club performance at the Sydney Swans talks about the relentless pressure athletes are under and the strategies they use to help them focus, how sharing the spoils of success can foster a positive work environment and why it's OK for senior leaders to make mistakes. This podcast is spo…

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Live Catfish With Boudin Balls 29:20

19d ago29:20

29:20

Food is culture. It’s memory and identity. But turning tradition into innovation takes more than a good recipe. It takes creativity, grit, and a deep understanding of what people crave. Yvette Bonanno knows that well. She grew up in the Baton Rouge restaurant scene and that early exposure sparked a lifelong love for food. Today, she’s combining tha…

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Holly Masters: Don't rush into a career, open every door and why she left a $15b company 20:35

25d ago20:35

20:35

In this week’s episode, Holly Masters, CEO of The McGrath Foundation talks about why having a non-linear career path is so enriching, how forming relationships and networking can lead to surprising results and why she left Estee Lauder to work in the for-purpose sector. This podcast is sponsored by Aussie Broadband. See omnystudio.com/listener for …

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251. From Classroom to Comedy: Tyson Popplestone 1:05:40

29d ago1:05:40

1:05:40

In this episode on the Kofkin Bond podcast, Tyson Popplestone sits down with Dimi and Tony to explore Tyson's fascinating journey from being a teacher, pastor, and athlete to becoming a comedian. In this episode, Tyson delves into the challenges and triumphs of transitioning between such diverse careers, sharing hilarious anecdotes and profound ins…

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Damien Nicks: Getting your work-life balance right, starting a business and why the next 10 years are crucial 19:16

1M ago19:16

19:16

On this week's episode, AGL CEO Damien Nicks talks about the value of unwinding on weekends, the challenges of starting a business from scratch, and the importance of getting outside of his comfort zone and making mistakes. This podcast is sponsored by AICD See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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250. A Mother and Son's Obstacle Through Cancer: Sebastian & Natalie Khoury 1:16:49

1M ago1:16:49

1:16:49

In this episode of the Kofkin Bond podcast, host Tony Kofkin welcomes Sebastian Khoury and his mother, Natalie Khoury, to discuss their inspiring journey. Sebastian, a St Bernard's boy, shares his story of overcoming Hodgkin's lymphoma, a battle he faced alongside his mother, who also survived the same cancer. The conversation delves into the emoti…

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What Matters mini: ‘Predicting rain doesn’t count’. 18:09

1M ago18:09

18:09

On this mini edition of What Matters, Andrew Pridham AO talks with our Head of Global Credit Solutions Frank Danieli about his new quarterly private credit investor letter released in mid-April titled ‘Predicting rain doesn’t count’.  Frank dives into March quarter fund performance and explains why at MA Financial when it comes to investing in priv…

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Grant Hackett: The common trait winners share, sweating the small stuff and learning to be vulnerable 19:56

1M ago19:56

19:56

On this week’s episode, Generation Development Group CEO Grant Hackett talks about the lessons he learned from his failure at the 2008 Olympics, shares his experience of going through a divorce and the importance of vulnerability and reveals how "sweating the small stuff" has been a key factor in his significant business achievements. This podcast …

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Running Pathos 30:00

1M ago30:00

30:00

Entrepreneurship can start in a lot of different ways. Sometimes it starts with a tiny idea that just grows alongside a community. Other times, it comes from a personal need—something you realize just isn’t out there yet, and you decide to build it yourself. That’s exactly what happened with Abbey Lovett. She’s a mom of two who saw something missin…

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Damien Mu: Why your HQ matters, failing to get a promotion and why you should 'declare you intent' 19:18

2M ago19:18

19:18

In this week’s episode, the CEO of AIA Australia Damien Mu talks about the importance of one's health quotient after a health check revealed low scores, the lessons he learnt after being passed over for a promotion and the common leadership mistakes executives make. This podcast is sponsored by AICD See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati…

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From Rouge to Green 29:12

2M ago29:12

29:12

Baton Rouge is a city known for its strong sense of community. But it’s also a city that’s becoming more aware of the need to protect and enhance its natural environment. In a region where development has often meant the loss of green spaces, there’s a growing movement to restore and care for what’s left—especially its trees. Sage Roberts Foley is …

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South Australian Premier Peter Malinauskas: business, housing and capital 40:14

2M ago40:14

40:14

In this of the What Matters podcast MA Financial Group Vice Chairman and Co-Founder Andrew Pridham AO is hosted by South Australian Premier Peter Malinauskas in the Premier’s office. In an era of increasing political division, Premier Malinauskas has stood out—building broad bipartisan support through a focus on health, education, and housing refor…

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249. Foundations of Success: Illan Samuel’s Rise in Property Development 40:39

2M ago40:39

40:39

In this episode, Dimi sits down with Illan Samuel, a Melbourne-based property developer, to explore his journey from childhood to industry success. Illan shares how his upbringing in a family of property professionals shaped his path, leading him from a career in valuation to major property developments worth up to $150 million. He opens up about h…

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Brett Woods: How to accelerate your career, exploiting ‘nearism’ bias and learning the hard way 18:47

2M ago18:47

18:47

In this week’s episode, the CEO of Beach Energy Brett Woods talks about his decision to work for a smaller company, how junior employees can benefit from engaging with the CEO, and how a deal he was working on failed. This podcast is sponsored by AICD See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Ever Better 29:00

2M ago29:00

29:00

We love to divide things into categories of two. Tall or short. Hot or cold. Liberal or conservative. And then there’s creative, or not. That one’s simply not true. Everyone has something they want to see come to life. Everyone has a vision of something they’d love to create that doesn’t exist… yet. 18 years ago, Chris Dykes started tracking his ha…

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248. Beyond the Finish Line: Michael Roeger’s Journey to Greatness 42:27

2M ago42:27

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Michael Roeger, originally from Langhorne Creek in country South Australia, is a five-time Paralympian and one of Australia’s top middle- and long-distance runners. He has dedicated over half his life to professional running and is a two-time Paralympic medalist, winning silver in the 1500m T46 at the Paris 2024 Games. Michael holds the T46 world r…

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Janine Allis: Health hacks, why imposter syndrome is BS, and saying “yes” to everything 19:41

2M ago19:41

19:41

Janine Allis, Boost Juice founder, shares life hacks for productivity and longevity, dismisses imposter syndrome, and emphasises the value of saying "yes" to opportunities. This podcast is sponsored by AICD See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Australian Financial Review

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2025 Investment Outlook – Real Estate, Equities & Macro (Part 2) 40:28

2M ago40:28

40:28

In the first two episodes of our What Matters podcast for the year, our Vice Chairman @Andrew Pridham AO alongside our investment professionals discuss their insights from our recently released 2025 Investment Outlook. In episode two Andrew is joined by our Joint CEO @ Julian Biggins and Managing Director @ John Garrett who offer their insights int…

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247. Financial Literacy and Life Lessons: A Conversation with Dimi Rokkos 37:54

2M ago37:54

37:54

Tony introduces Dimi, a new member of the Kofkin Bond team. In this episode of the Kofkin Bond Podcast, Dimi dives into the vital topic of financial literacy, sharing personal insights and experiences that highlight its importance, especially for single parents juggling careers and motherhood. The episode touches on Dimi's commitment to volunteerin…

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Nick Flood: Becoming MD at 37, asking ‘dumb’ questions and when will we achieve AGI? 18:34

2M ago18:34

18:34

On this week’s episode Nick Flood, IBM’s managing director of Australia and New Zealand, talks about the value of asking ‘dumb questions’, emphasises the importance of finding a supportive and inspiring boss and predicts the point when artificial intelligence will become smarter than humans. This podcast is sponsored by Aussie Broadband. See omnyst…

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Animals 29:30

2M ago29:30

29:30

Animals. For most people animals are a part of their everyday life. Maybe it's your dog that loves it so much when you come home from work. Maybe there's a duck in the park you go to that remembers you because you feed him every time you see him. Regardless of where you run into them or what your relationship is with them, animals affect all of us.…

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Jason Johnson: Mistakes even top execs make in job interviews and using AI to help get a new job 18:34

2M ago18:34

18:34

On this week’s episode Jason Johnson, chief executive of Johnson Partners talks about the mistakes even senior executives make in job interviews, how the book, The 80/80 Marriage, changed the way he views partnerships and breaks down how to use AI to prepare for job interviews. This podcast is sponsored by Aussie Broadband. See omnystudio.com/liste…

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Lean On Me 28:45

2M ago28:45

28:45

When you draw up a business contract, lawyers try and predict the myriad things that could go wrong and plan strategies and remedies so if they do there are no surprises and you know what to do. Well, outside of business, real life is different. You can’t even imagine the number of things that can go – well, if not totally wrong, not as right as yo…

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246. Relentless Pursuit: Chris Christofi's Journey from Sales to Philanthropy 1:19:52

3M ago1:19:52

1:19:52

In this episode of the Kofkin Bond podcast, Tony Kofkin sits down with Chris Christofi, CEO and founder of Reventon, to explore his remarkable journey from a young sales enthusiast to a successful entrepreneur and dedicated philanthropist. Chris shares personal anecdotes about his Greek Cypriot heritage, early work experiences, and the invaluable l…

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2025 Investment Outlook – Private Credit (Part 1) 32:16

3M ago32:16

32:16

In the first two episodes of our What Matters podcast for the year, our Vice Chairman Andrew Pridham AO alongside our investment professionals discuss their insights from our recently released 2025 Investment Outlook. In episode one out now, Andrew takes a deep dive into the US$2.8 trillion asset class that is private credit with our Head of Global…

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Jun Bei Liu: How to boost your confidence, blocking out naysayers and how tackle mistakes 18:49

3M ago18:49

18:49

On this week’s episode Jun Bei Liu, founder and lead portfolio manager at TenCap, talks about how she approaches mistakes, the importance of not letting others tell you that you can't do something and the best way to get a promotion. This podcast is sponsored by Aussie Broadband. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Feeling Better 29:30

3M ago29:30

29:30

"Hi, how are you? " It's amazing how often the word "hi" and the question “How are you?” go together. The latter is such a standard greeting it barely registers as a serious question. The standard answer is, “Good. How are you?” Now, if we were to stop there and have a real conversation about how we are, most of us would say we’re good, but we coul…

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245. Navigating the Corporate World: Tamara Barr on Leadership and ESG 43:22

3M ago43:22

43:22

This weeks episode Tony chats with Tamara Barr, founder of CSB Corporate Services. Tamara shares her journey from Melbourne to London, offering insights into corporate governance, the importance of strong leadership, and the evolving landscape of shareholder interests. Discover the role of ESG reporting and the differences between ASX-listed compan…

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John Carfi: Making a good first impression, giving up sugar, and why he doesn’t care about being liked in business 20:00

3M ago20:00

20:00

On this week’s episode John Carfi, CEO of Ingenia, discusses the importance of being admired, rather than liked, what he discovered when he quit sugar and ultra processed foods, and why it is critical to develop a good rapport quickly. This podcast is sponsored by Aussie Broadband. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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244. Charly's Journey and Cure EB's Mission 40:40

3M ago40:40

40:40

In this episode of the Kofkin Bond Podcast, host Tony Kofkin interviews Charly Stone, the CEO of Cure EB. They discuss Charly's journey from the UK to Australia and her transition into the not-for-profit sector. The conversation delves into the challenges of Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB), a rare skin disease affecting children, and the efforts Cure EB…

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What Anthony Seibold learnt from Matt Comyn, coping with pressure and why ‘she’ll be right’ is BS 19:26

3M ago19:26

19:26

Ahead of the NRL’s 2025 season kick-off, Manly Warringah Sea Eagles head coach Anthony Seibold joins the podcast to talk about the intense pressure of being a high profile sports coach, what he learnt about leadership from CBA chief executive Matt Comyn and why he thinks the age old adage of ‘she’ll be right’ is BS. This podcast is sponsored by Aus…

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Mr. Payne & Mr. Payne 31:45

3M ago31:45

31:45

In the past few decades, technology has taken over the way we live our lives. From the books that we read to news we receive, the way we consume media has been changed forever. But recently, there’s been a movement to return to the analogue. Whether it’s vinyl records, DVDs, or even newspapers - the demand for physical media is growing. Creators an…

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243. Maha Sukkar from Victoria Police 36:32

3M ago36:32

36:32

Maha joined Victoria Police in 2004 and was the first Muslim Policewoman in Australia to wear a hijab, challenging stereotypes and setting an example for police organisations around the world. She is the founder and past president of the Victoria Police Muslim Association (VPMA), the first police association of its kind in Australia and the Asia Pa…

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Jane Lu: Why 'you're not special’, doing all the naughty things and why she faked having a job 19:17

3M ago19:17

19:17

In this week’s episode Jane Lu, the founder and CEO of Showpo talks about why her husband frequently tells her, "you're not special”, shares why she didn’t tell her parents that she had quit her job and reveals what time she sleeps until every morning. This podcast is sponsored by Aussie Broadband. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio…

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Care Connexion 31:10

3M ago31:10

31:10

Baton Rouge has long been a city of tradition. People here can be a little resistant to change. This is true from centers of political, economic and even medical focus. But recently, the stage has been set for the capital city to become a place of innovation. We never know where life might take us. Something small that happens to us, or that we wit…

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242. A Journey Through Law and Life with Louis Shivarev (Part 2) 45:57

4M ago45:57

45:57

Part 2 of Tony speaking with Louis Shivarev.By kofkinbond

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Mark Scott: Why you shouldn’t over plan your career, what really makes people happy and how to slow the mind 19:44

4M ago19:44

19:44

In this week’s episode Mark Scott, the vice chancellor of the University of Sydney talks about the importance of seizing opportunities rather than over-planning, explains why maintaining relationships is vital for executives and shares his experience of managing complex environments, particularly around issues related to the Middle East. This podca…

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Location Insurance Mortgage 30:40

4M ago30:40

30:40

The golden rule of real estate has always been, "Location Location Location." Today in Louisiana it's more like, "Location, Insurance, Mortgage." When we say "real estate" we're mostly talking about something more than just a transaction. "A man’s house is his castle," as the old saying goes, or maybe we should say a person’s house is their castle.…

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241. A Journey Through Law and Life with Louis Shivarev (Part 1) 55:29

4M ago55:29

55:29

In this episode of the Kofkin Bond Podcast, Tony Kofkin sits down with Louis, a dynamic lawyer who shares his inspiring journey of starting his law firm at a young age. They delve into the challenges and triumphs of building a successful legal practice, the importance of mentorship, and the value of hard work and discipline. Louis opens up about hi…

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Scott Hartley: How to turn redundancy into a better job and building high-performance culture 18:39

4M ago18:39

18:39

In this week's episode Scott Hartley, the chief executive of Insignia Financial recounts being made redundant from NAB in his late 40s, which he initially found shocking but later saw as an opportunity, how to build a high-performance culture and why he sometimes wakes up at 4:30am. This podcast is sponsored by Aussie Broadband. See omnystudio.com/…

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Matt Comyn: Dealing with stress, applying for the difficult roles and why emails are a waste of time 19:03

4M ago19:03

19:03

On this week’s episode, Commonwealth Bank CEO Matt Comyn talks about the importance of taking on the hard challenges, his approach to health and fitness and why he sends less than 5 emails a day. This podcast is sponsored by Aussie Broadband. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Australian Financial Review

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240. From Real Estate to Recruitment Kylie's Journey to Industry Success - Kylie Jasinski 48:20

4M ago48:20

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In this episode, Tony chats with Kylie about her journey from a hardworking upbringing to leading success in the recruitment industry. Kylie shares how her parents' adaptability and work ethic shaped her values and career choices, from starting in real estate to excelling in property and construction recruitment. With impressive achievements, inclu…

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Summer series: Extended interview of Deloitte CEO Adam Powick 29:39

4M ago29:39

29:39

Welcome to the 15 Minutes with the Boss summer series edition, where we bring you exclusive extended interviews with some of our favourite episodes. In this week’s episode, we revisit our conversation with Deloitte chief executive Adam Powick. In this extended version, Adam reflects on the advice that reshaped his perception: the importance of how …

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Korean Swamp Cows 29:15

4M ago29:15

29:15

In some ways, there are two Louisianas. There's the one the tourism marketing folks sell to visitors, centered on New Orleans on one side of Baton Rouge and Cajun Country on the other. And then there's the Louisiana that we live in, which is Baton Rouge. Maybe to tourist salespeople it looks like there's nothing very exciting going on here, but tha…

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