Best Jaye McAuliffe Podcasts (2025)

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Claire McAuliffe’s Escape From A Religious Cult 49:14

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Growing up in a strict religious household and sheltered from the outside world, Claire McAuliffe found herself coerced into marriage at the age of 18. When her husband moved Claire and their growing family to a compound belonging to a known doomsday cult, she slowly began to question the absurd teachings and questionable actions of cult leaders an…

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How Mindfulness Fuelled Travis Boak's AFL Success 54:40

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In August 2025, Port Adelaide star Travis Boak called time on his 19-year AFL career. Known for his commitment to the game and strong mental focus over a record 387 games with the club, he's now sharing his life lessons from two decades of high performance in the new book 'The Power Within'. In this episode, Travis discusses how, while his father's…

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Jaye Pukepuke: Finding Purpose After Prison 40:02

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Growing up, Jaye Pukepuke dreamed of making it big in rugby league. But falling in with the wrong crowd led him to a life of crime. Convicted of 15 armed robberies, his jail sentence not only ripped away his freedom, but his hopes of hitting the heights of the NRL. But sitting in a cell and wanting more from life, Jaye made the most of opportunitie…

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Matt Lewis: Surviving An Antarctic Shipwreck 53:37

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Rhonda Hapi-Smith: Inside New Zealand's Most Notorious Prison 46:24

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Rhonda Hapi-Smith never intended on following her father and brothers into New Zealand's corrections service. But at a crossroads in life as she approached the age of 30, she relented and became a prison guard, working at some of the country's most notorious jails. But 20 years of keeping convicted criminals in line and keeping her work and persona…

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Matty Johns: Developing The Discipline To Not Fear Failure 58:31

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Matty Johns is one of Australia’s best known and most beloved sportsmen. Growing up in a small town with a passion for rugby league, his decade-long NRL career opened the door to a successful media career following appearances on Channel 9's The Footy Show. But as Matty admits to Ant in this episode, success didn’t come easily. Growing up in a smal…

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Des Powell: Lessons From Taking On SAS Selection Twice 52:27

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During Operation Desert Storm, part of the Gulf War in 1991, Des Powell was part of the Bravo Three Zero patrol that successfully infiltrated enemy lines to take out scud missiles. It was a story that was overshadowed by the tragedy of Zero Two Bravo, which saw three soldiers killed and another four captured. In this episode, Des recounts his reluc…

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Mark Winterbottom: The Path To Motorsport Glory 49:14

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Mark Winterbottom is one of Australia's most successful Supercars drivers, but his success didn't come easy. Growing up with a mother battling cancer and struggling to make ends meet, a raffle ticket changed the course of his career. Winning a mini-bike as a kid fuelled his passion for motorsport, which saw him move into a successful karting career…

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Mike Amor: What It Takes To Be A Foreign Correspondent 51:41

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Mike Amor was just 13 months into his role U.S. Bureau Chief for 7NEWS when the World Trade Centre came down on September 11. As the only Australian journalist on the ground in New York that day, it fell on his shoulders to keep Australians updated on the tragedy unfolding in the aftermath of that horrific attack. A seasoned broadcast journalist, M…

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Curtis McGrath: From Warzone Injury to Paralympic Champion 58:32

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In this special 100th episode of Head Game, Ant speaks with Australian Army veteran Curtis McGrath. Curtis lost both his legs in an IED explosion in Afghanistan, and being his teams medic, directed his own lifesaving care as he lay bleeding in the desert. As he was airlifted out for treatment, he joked with his unit that he'd soon be at the Paralym…

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Jake Bailey: Bouncing Back After Being Given Two Weeks To Live 49:58

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In his final year of high school, Jake Bailey thought a persistent toothache was caused by his wisdom teeth. But as his condition deteriorated, further tests revealed the horrific truth. An aggressive form of cancer was infiltrating his body, and doctors told Jake that without treatment, he'd have as little as two weeks left to live. His courageous…

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The Life Lessons Pete Murray Learned From His Father's Death 48:47

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Pete Murray has been a fixture of the Australian music scene for two decades. With three #1 albums and multiple hit singles under his belt, Pete this year launched his biggest tour to date - with nearly 60 shows across Australia and New Zealand. Initially planning a career in rugby union, a missed call and a string of injuries ended his sporting dr…

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How Jack Pitcher Ran 95 Marathons In Just 61 Days 49:09

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In this episode, meet the British roofer who ran the equivalent of 95 marathons across Australia in just 61 days. Jack Pitcher braved the harsh Australian outback, including the infamous Nullarbor, to set a new British record for running 4,320km from Perth to Sydney’s Bondi Beach. Jack reveals to Ant how he did it with almost no money and few resou…

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Cheng Lei: The Brutal Reality Of Life In A Chinese Prison 49:21

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From a young age, Cheng Lei had dreamed of becoming a journalist. After ditching a career in finance, her dreams came true when she was hired as a business journalist in China. But that dream turned into a nightmare in 2020 when Lei was arrested by Chinese authorities and accused of sharing state secrets. Hidden away in isolation and denied due pro…

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Inside The High Performance Mindset of AFL Legend Jonathan Brown 50:28

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Growing up as the son of a Victorian footy legend, it seemed inevitable Jonathan Brown would follow in his father's footsteps and play AFL. But Browny's rise from country league player to one of the best players of all time wasn't smooth sailing, and success was never guaranteed. In this episode, the former Brisbane Lions captain shares the advice …

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How Fitness & Faith Saved Aussie Hip-Hop Star 360 53:09

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In 2017 Matt Caldwell, better known to music fans as 360, was riding high on the success of his third top five Australian album. On the outside, he had the fame, the money and the success he'd always wanted. But deep inside, the people pleaser in him was deeply insecure. Chasing that euphoria of success, he'd turned to drugs. Just two years later, …

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Adaptive Athlete Louise Hawkins and The Fear Bubble 52:31

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Louise Hawkins was born with one arm and was immediately rejected by her father. It spawned a shame that drove her to great lengths to try to hide her disability. At her lowest, Louise wanted to end it all. But with the help of Ant’s book ‘The Fear Bubble’ and a supportive fitness community, she finally found her way to self-confidence and is now t…

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Danni Brooke On What It Takes To Be An Undercover Cop 46:25

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Danni Brooke joined Britain's Metropolitan Police at 18, but was quickly recruited to join the undercover unit. Her youthful appearance and no-nonsense attitude was perfect for taking down predators and infiltrating organised crime gangs. But 10 years of living a double life eventually took its toll. In this episode Danni reveals what it took to be…

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Former Soldier Heston Russell's Private Battles On The Front Line 46:36

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Former special forces commando Heston Russell has an impressive resume from his time in the Australian Defence Force. The fifth-generation soldier has service in his blood, with more than 100 combat missions under his belt. His drive and passion helped him work his way quickly through the ranks. But behind the success, self-doubt, the loss of a sol…

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The Dream Family Sailing Trip That Turned Into A Nightmare 46:25

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Suzanne Heywood was just 6-years-old when her father decided the family would embark on an around-the-world sailing expedition. What seemed like a dream trip sailing the world's blue waters and sandy beaches soon became a nightmare, with powerful storms damaging the boat and supplies running low. After years with little schooling or friends, her pa…

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Jamila Rizvi on The Diagnosis That Turned Her World Upside Down 43:52

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Jamila Rizvi was just 31 years old and a rising star in Australia's media landscape when she went to her doctor thinking she was pregnant for a second time. The diagnosis was far more dire than she could have anticipated, and it left her body with permanent, life-changing damage. In this candid interview, Jamila details the extraordinary methods do…

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The Life-changing Moment That Helped James Parr Find His Purpose 49:00

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James Parr has taken the fashion world by storm, proudly displaying his prosthetic leg and representing the disability community on runways and in photoshoots for the likes of Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger and lululemon. In this episode, James discusses how the resilience he built up during his unconventional childhood helped him navigate the cancer…

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Best of Head Game: Working on the Front Line 30:12

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Our frontline workers are often unsung heroes, saving lives and keeping us safe with little to no recognition for their bravery or the toll it takes. In this special episode, Ant looks back on interview with some inspirational emergency services workers who have seen and experienced things many of us could only imagine: former police officer Allan …

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Best of Head Game: Reaching New Heights 31:59

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Climbing the world's highest peaks takes courage, strength and endurance. In this episode, Ant looks back on his interviews with three people who embody those characteristics and so much more: Kenton Cool, Jim Davidson and Nimsdai Purja. LINKS Hear Ant's full chat with Kenton Cool See more from Kenton Cool at kentoncool.com Check out Ant's episode …

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Brutal Reality of Thai Jail Helps Aussie Beat Drug Addiction 43:21

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At 29 years of age, Australian Holly Deane-Johns' life was hanging in the balance. Arrested by Thai police while trying to post illicit drugs back to Australia, she faces the death penalty in a foreign country. Her life is spared, but a harrowing jail experience prompted Holly to turn her life around and finally kick her drug addiction. LINKS Holly…

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Olympian Elle Armit on Developing a High-Performance Mindset 36:31

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Growing up in Townsville, Elle Armit grew up swimming and playing in water. As she got older, that turned into a passion for water polo that saw her play overseas, before ultimately representing Australia at two Olympics. With the Stingers, she won silver in Paris, helping them become the most successful Australian water polo team ever at an overse…

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Sally Gould on The Confronting Reality Of Being A First Responder 43:46

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Sally Gould is an Intensive Care Paramedic and joins Ant discuss the realities of her life on the frontline. From her earliest memories of life on the job, to coping with unpredictable and dangerous situations - this is a conversation is a revealing account of life as a paramedic. You can find out more about Sally's book, Frog: The Secret Diaries o…

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How Breathwork Saved Johannes Egberts When He Hit Rock Bottom 38:56

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Johannes Egberts was feeling numb and lost in life when he unexpectedly discovered the power of breath and benefits of cold water plunging. Since that discovery over ten years ago, he has made this his life's work and is a world-class breathwork and cold water immersion coach. Ant chats with Johannes to understand the impact this discovery had on h…

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Mountaineer Nimsdai Purja on Conquering The Death Zone 40:34

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Mountaineer and ex-British Gurkha Special forces commando Nimsdai Purja is a multi-record holder who became the first man to summit all 8000m 'Death Zone' peaks in less than 7 months. He also went on to summit K2 in winter without the use of oxygen. In this episode, Ant deep dives into Nims' unique mindset and finds out what drives him to do what h…

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Riana Crehan on Overcoming Her Most Difficult Years 47:54

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On this episode we chat with Supercars reporter Riana Crehan about finding purpose after grief and how she overcame her darkest days following the loss of her father. Riana also conquered season three of SAS Australia and takes us behind the scenes on what it's actually like to film the show. LINKS Follow Riana on Instagram Follow Ant on Instagram,…

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Fighter Pilot Kegan Gill on Surviving 'The Fastest Ejection' 49:51

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Kegan Gill is a former Navy F/A-18E pilot that survived the fastest ejection in the history of Naval Aviation. His story is an amazing example of psychological resilience and emotional intelligence. In this episode, Ant dives deep into Kegan's long road to recovery and the incredible head game that got him back in the cockpit. You can find out more…

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Billy Dib on His Toughest Fight: Cancer 45:53

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Billy Dib is a phenomenal world champion in the boxing world. But many of his toughest fights have taken place outside the ring. From losing his wife in her battle with cancer, to facing his own diagnosis less than a decade later, Billy has tackled each of life's challenges with an incredible mindset. Ant takes a deep dive into Billy's life in this…

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Julie Goodwin on the Conversation That Saved Her Life 45:08

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This week, Ant is joined by fellow Dancing With The Stars alumni, Julie Goodwin. After winning the first season of MasterChef Australia, Julie catapulted into the spotlight. What followed were book deals, a radio show, cooking school and TV hosting opportunities. Julie was burning the candle at both ends 'and in the middle', leaving no time for sel…

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Polar Explorer Dr Geoff Wilson on Dedicating His Life to Adventure 48:21

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Dr. Geoff Wilson is a world-class polar explorer, keynote speaker and veterinary surgeon. Geoff's impressive accolades include the longest solo, unsupported Polar Journey in Human History (2019/20), the first summit of Dome Argus, solo and unsupported (2019/20), the fastest unsupported crossing of Greenland, South to North (2017) and the fastest so…

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Kath Koschel on the Power of Kindness During Unimaginable Tragedy 56:09

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Kath Koschel is a survivor who has overcome incredible odds and unimaginable tragedy. The former cricketer and Ironman competitor's world came crashing down when she broke her back twice in the span of five years and was told that she would never walk again. Kath defied the odds by teaching herself to walk again and embracing every challenge given …

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The Most Terrifying Moment in Russ Cook’s Run Across Africa 42:07

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Russ Cook AKA The Hardest Geezer became the first person to ever run the entire length of Africa last year. From his starting point in Cape Agulhas, South Africa, through sandstorms in the Sahara Desert, rainforests, mountain ranges and long empty roads stretched out for miles in front of him, Russ ran the equivalent of 386 marathons before finally…

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Erika Cramer on Turning Her Life Around, From Rock Bottom to 7 Figures 51:18

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Erika Cramer calls herself the 'Queen of Confidence', and spends her days empowering women to take control of their lives through her books, podcasts, coaching and courses. But behind Erika's infectious warmth and energy are years of struggle and heartache. Erika grew up in the US and endured a traumatic childhood, navigating the brutal foster care…

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Calm in the Chaos: How Arnold Dix Rescued 41 Trapped Workers 46:01

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In this episode, we meet Arnold Dix who became an unlikely hero in 2023. In rural Victoria, Arnold Dix is known to locals as a farmer and a part-time truck driver. But his name reached global recognition when he played a pivotal role in rescuing 41 Indian workers trapped after a deadly tunnel collapse. As a barrister, scientist and engineer, his in…

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Inside the 16 Hour Lindt Cafe Siege 42:46

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On the 15th of December 2014, the usually bustling Martin Place in Sydney's CBD became the epicentre of chaos, as a terrorist held 18 people hostage inside the Lindt Cafe. Ben Besant was the Tactical Operations Unit officer that brought the 16 hour ordeal to a close by eliminating the terrorist. In the decade since that day he's been known as 'Offi…

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Bondi Rescue's Darkest Day 47:05

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Bruce 'Hoppo' Hopkins' life may look glamorous to most - spending his days in the sun and surf. But the true cost of lifeguarding is far greater than most realise. In this episode, the star of the hugely popular Bondi Rescue opens up about the toughest parts of the job, the toll it's taken on his life and how things are changing for the better. In …

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On the Frontline of Australia’s Black Summer 46:56

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In the firefighting world, Greg Mullins is a legend. He's the former commissioner of Fire and Rescue New South Wales, a Climate Councillor with the Climate Council, and the founder of Emergency Leaders for Climate Action. With over 50 years experience in fire-fighting, he is an internationally recognised expert in responding to major bushfires and …

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Best of Head Game: Military Mindset 18:50

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Military and army personnel are regularly pushed to the limits of the human body and mind. From Ant's time in the military, he knows first-hand what toll this can take on your physical and mental health. In this special episode, we're revisiting some of these powerful conversations we've had in the last year. CW: This episode contains discussions o…

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Best of Head Game: Coping With Loss 18:24

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In this special episode, you'll hear from three women who have had to endure unimaginable heartbreak. Dr Lucy Hone, Gina Chick and Safiyya Vorajee each lost a precious daughter, and they share their powerful stories of grief and resilience today. LINKS Listen to Dr Lucy Hone's episode in full here Find out more about Lucy's work with Coping With Lo…

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Best of Head Game: The Day That Changed Everything 14:11

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As we take a short break, we're looking back at some of the most powerful episodes of 2024. In this special, you'll hear from three guests who thought their lives were heading in one direction, and then one tumultuous day changed everything for them. LINKS Listen to Simon Kennedy's episode in full here Listen to Sam Bloom's episode in full here Lis…

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Best of Head Game: At the Mercy of Mother Nature 15:17

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In this special episode, you'll hear from two incredible women who had to think and act fast in a race against the clock to stay alive. Mother Nature turned their lives upside down in a split second, and put their resilience and bravery to the ultimate test. Today, you'll hear from Lisa Blair and Kelsey Waghorn. LINKS Listen to Kelsey Waghorn's epi…

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20 Years On: Surviving the Boxing Day Tsunami 43:59

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In December 2004, Rebekah Giles made the spontaneous decision to book a holiday to Thailand. After a busy year working as a lawyer, she decided a week on the idyllic Phi Phi Island would be the reset she needed. But her relaxing break quickly turned into a total nightmare, when the deadliest tsunami in modern history struck. 20 years on from that h…

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BASE Jumper Jeb Corliss on Dedicating His Life to Human Flight 46:51

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Jeb Corliss was just six years old when he declared that one day, he would fly. His Aunt explained to him that it wasn't possible. But for Jeb, eventually it would be possible. Jeb is one of the most well-known BASE jumpers on the planet. He shares his wisdom on fear, pushing yourself to the limits and learning the value of time in this fascinating…

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Gus Taylor on Climbing out of the Darkness 43:29

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Gus Taylor is happiest when he's climbing. From the Blue Mountains to Joshua Tree, Gus has travelled the world, seeing each new place from the greatest heights. But his favourite hobby became 'revolting' to him, after he faced not one, but two life changing moments. In this episode, he shares his devastating journey of losing one of his best mates …

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Brett Connellan on the Surf That Changed Everything 48:34

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On March 30th 2016, Brett Connellan was having a terrible day. He decided he'd try and turn his mood around by doing his favourite thing - heading out for a surf. But Brett's terrible day soon became a complete nightmare, when he was bitten by a shark. Brett joins Ant in-studio to share his remarkable story of survival. He tells Ant about the the d…

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Life Lessons From Rugby Legend, Mat Rogers 47:19

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Mat Rogers shares a raw and vulnerable insight into his life in this episode. From his inspiring career as both a Rugby league and union legend, to facing heartbreak behind the scenes, Mat opens up to Ant in this powerful conversation. He speaks about how he wanted to carve his own path in the sport he loved, the tragic passing of both his mother a…