Not an Overnight Success

Today's wonderful guest, Sir John Kirwan, or JK as we know him, was one of the best rugby legends on the planet. He was known as being one of the toughest men but, JK spent a lot of his rugby career paralysed by anxiety. During his time as an All Black, the conversation around mental health was very different to what it is today and JK was, at least in part, a reason that our understanding of mental health has shifted. In this chat we speak about what the early days of being an All Black were like; not much pay and the need for a second job! He played 63 test matches for the All Blacks from 1984 to 1994 and was part of the winning 1987 Rugby World Cup team. He also played for the Warriors and had success as a rugby coach, including on the international stage with Italy and Japan. We speak about JK's family and why he has such a deep connection to Italy. In 2012, JK was knighted for his services to mental health – an honour & a life long responsibility as he says. At least he got a scone! He is the co-founder of Groov who are on a mission to improve the daily well being and reduce the suffering of people living with poor mental health. You can now watch our podcasts on Youtube! As for all of these podcasts, Shaw and Partners have generously donated $10k to the charity of choice of each of our guests. Sir John Kirwan chose to donate the money to Gotcha4life This podcast is brought to you by Shaw and Partners. It is hosted by Gus Worland and produced by Keeshia Pettit See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's episode, we dive into the extraordinary life and career of Ellie Cole, Australia's most successful female Paralympian. From her early battle with cancer to her remarkable achievements in the pool, Ellie shares her journey of resilience, determination, and many, many 3am wake ups. We speak about the impact of her cancer diagnosis on her family, given that she was diagnosed at age 2. Ellie shares her feelings around 'survivor's guilt' and how many cancer survivors feel their illness impacted their family. Ellie shares why she developed a deep passion for swimming, and the challenges she faced as she navigated her path to success. From confronting her own retirement to finding love, starting a family, and embracing her role as a commentator for the Paris Olympics, Ellie's story is one that will have you feeling motivated. This episode is filled with heart, laughter, and insight as we celebrate the incredible Ellie Cole! You can now watch our podcasts on Youtube! As for all of these podcasts, Shaw and Partners have generously donated $10k to the charity of choice of each of our guests. Ellie chose to donate $5000 to Camp Quality and $5000 to Challenge - Supporting kids with cancer This podcast is brought to you by Shaw and Partners. It is hosted by Gus Worland and produced by Keeshia Pettit See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's episode is such an enjoyable chat with Gus Gould! In the rugby league world, Gus is known as being a player, a general manager, a commentator and the most successful NSW State of Origin coach in history. He's also known for telling it like it is and voicing his honest opinions, despite them not always being popular. But, this chat was full of deep and meaningful conversations about his family and what led him to the various positions that he has held within the rugby league world. He hasn't planned a single thing in his life! We have some belly laughs about how he got his nickname 'Gus' and when he met Nick Politis & subsequently joined the Roosters. This chat had me see a completely different side of Gus that I hadn't expected. He speaks about what he looks for in an up and coming player and how he never intended to be a young leader. You can now watch our podcasts on Youtube! As for all of these podcasts, Shaw and Partners have generously donated $10k to the charity of choice of each of our guests. Gus chose to donate the money to The Mark Hughes Foundation This podcast is brought to you by Shaw and Partners. It is hosted by Gus Worland and produced by Keeshia Pettit See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joining the podcast today is the wonderful Allison Langdon. We tend to see quite a serious side of Ally through her journalism on TV, but this chat is filled with so many laughs and funny stories from Ally's journey to being where she is today. Ally was a country ballerina, who grew up on a farm without a silver spoon in her mouth. She was always so focussed and determined, until she reached Uni and learnt to let her hair down a bit more! Ally started by doing work experience with channel 9 23 years ago, and she hasn't left! We speak about : You can follow Ally on Instagram You can now watch our podcasts on Youtube! As for all of these podcasts, Shaw and Partners have generously donated $10k to the charity of choice of each of our guests. Ally chose for the donation to go to The Mirabel Foundation This podcast is brought to you by Shaw and Partners. It is hosted by Gus Worland and produced by Keeshia Pettit See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joining the podcast today is one of the world's best neurosurgeons Charlie Teo. Charlie had a 'tough love' type of childhood. He's always been a hard worker, and worked hard for everything that he's got in his life. Medicine wasn't always on the cards for Charlie. He got his black belt in karate and even started a motor mechanic apprenticeship before eventually 'bumbling and fumbling' his way into surgery! Charlie labels himself as a bit of a philistine, and of course, our teddy bear Gus wants to open up Charlie's mind to being comfortable in vulnerability and leaning into emotion. Charlie looks back on his life with a lot of self awareness of his strengths and also his weaknesses. In this chat we speak about: You can find more from Charlie here. You can now watch our podcasts on Youtube! As for all of these podcasts, Shaw and Partners have generously donated $10k to the charity of choice of each of our guests. Charlie chose to share the money between the following charities: The Charlie Teo Foundation, Villa Kitty, Zambi Wildlife Foundation and Voiceless This podcast is brought to you by Shaw and Partners. It is hosted by Gus Worland and produced by Keeshia Pettit See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tara Rae's story has a few different chapters, from navigating the challenges of her teenage years losing her mother, venturing into the cutthroat world of modelling to becoming a prolific author, Tara Rae's story is one of resilience. 8 years ago Tara Rae was diagnosed with an incredibly rare pain condition named CRPS. This condition left her in debilitating pain. Tara Rae learnt to navigate her life with a disability whilst also living in the public eye. Join us as we delve into the highs and lows of Tara Rae's life, exploring her experiences, the misconceptions she faced, and her incredible journey managing and overcoming debilitating pain. You can now watch our podcasts on Youtube! As for all of these podcasts, Shaw and Partners have generously donated $10k to the charity of choice of each of our guests. Tara chose to donate the money to Pain Australia This podcast is brought to you by Shaw and Partners. It is hosted by Gus Worland and produced by Keeshia Pettit See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joining the podcast is the legendary Australian tennis champion, Pat Rafter. From his humble beginnings in Queensland to conquering the world stage, we explore the sacrifices inherent in pursuing a career in professional tennis, the challenges faced while climbing the ranks, to the triumphant moment of winning some of the biggest tournaments in the world. We also spoke about Pat's personal life, how he met his wife and the decision to retire as he embraced fatherhood. Pat shares where he finds purpose in life now that his tennis career is in the history books. You can now watch our podcasts on Youtube! As for all of these podcasts, Shaw and Partners have generously donated $10k to the charity of choice of each of our guests. Pat chose to donate the money to Adara This podcast is brought to you by Shaw and Partners. It is hosted by Gus Worland and produced by Keeshia Pettit See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The name "Lorna Jane" most likely needs little explanation. She's been the activewear queen since the beginning of activewear! But, as you might find from this chat, Lorna's early days in business came about in an unusual way and the success of her business certainly didn't happen overnight. In this chat we speak about: You can now watch our podcasts on Youtube! As for all of these podcasts, Shaw and Partners have generously donated $10k to the charity of choice of each of our guests. Lorna chose to donate the money to Women's Community Shelters This podcast is brought to you by Shaw and Partners. It is hosted by Gus Worland and produced by Keeshia Pettit See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's chat with Lord Ian Botham is one that made Gus' heart sing! It's not often we get to speak with a 'Lord' and Ian's got a few stories to tell! Ian speaks about being a really sporty kid, choosing between cricket and football & the sacrifice of becoming a professional athlete as a teen; not that he minded when there were Maseratis to look forward to! Ian shared some hilarious stories from his early days of being a cricketer and how much things have changed in modern sport. He speaks about the platform that cricket enabled him to have & launch his charity that has raised upwards of £65 million. Ian has done so many walks to raise money that he's practically made of spare parts now. Ian is a family man and from everything that he's achieved and contributed, it's his family that he says is his biggest achievements; a big call for someone who has met the Queen and Nelson Mandela! We speak about the process of him being knighted and the honour that it carries. You can now watch our podcasts on Youtube! As for all of these podcasts, Shaw and Partners have generously donated $10k to the charity of choice of each of our guests. Ian chose to donate the money to Beefy's Charity Foundation This podcast is brought to you by Shaw and Partners. It is hosted by Gus Worland and produced by Keeshia Pettit See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's episode, we chat with the wonderful Susie O'Neill, or as you might also know her 'Madame Butterfly.' We dive into the extraordinary life of the Australian swimming legend, from her tomboyish childhood to achieving the greatest success in the pool and now into her unexpected second career in radio. Gus and Susie have been friends for years after working at an Olympics coverage together, and this interview brought out sides of Susie that Gus had never seen before. Susie is someone who has really reflected on all aspects of her life and in this chat she shares some of the things she regrets the most. Susie opens up about experiencing post natal depression and how her journey into motherhood wasn't as rosey as she had been led to expect it to be. Susie also speaks about her second mountain in radio, learning to come out of her naturally shy shell and continue to break world records in her 50s! We absolutely loved this chat with one of Australia's best sports people! You can now watch our podcasts on Youtube! As for all of these podcasts, Shaw and Partners have generously donated $10k to the charity of choice of each of our guests. Susie chose to donate the money to Fred Hollows Foundation This podcast is brought to you by Shaw and Partners. It is hosted by Gus Worland and produced by Keeshia Pettit See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s episode is a special one. It’s also one that a lot of you requested through messages on our instagram. It’s with Co-CEO of Shaw and Partners, Earl Evans. Pulling the curtain back a little bit, Earl is actually the reason that this podcast exists. He loves building things. He loves communicating, he loves people and he thought that a lot of people would get enjoyment out of a podcast like not an overnight success. Because of his generosity, Not an Overnight Success Podcast has contributed $300,000 to charities across Australia so far. Earl is a multi faceted and incredibly interesting man. We found that Earl’s unwavering attitude of always looking forward and it never really being about the money came up a few times in our chat. He’s had some very strong relationships in his life that have gone hand in hand with his success and we think you will find the yin yang style of relationship between Earl and Allan, who is the other co-CEO of Shaw and Partners particularly interesting. As for all of these podcasts, Shaw and Partners have generously donated $10k to the charity of choice of each of our guests. We discuss who that money goes to in this chat. This podcast is brought to you by Shaw and Partners. It is hosted by Gus Worland and produced by Keeshia Pettit See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is a podcast where we sit down with some very successful people from the world of business, entertainment and sport about their life’s journey and what got them to the position that they’re in today. In today’s episode we are chatting with Brian Walsh. Brian is the behind the scenes man of some of the most successful superstars in Australia. He’s very humble about it, but he’s played a big part in the success of Australian TV shows like neighbours, and the career launches of people like Hugh Jackman, Nicole Kidman and Kylie Minogue, to getting Tina Turner to be the voice of the rugby league! Brian has a way of identifying talent and nurturing their careers that is very unique. Brian is passionate, and he has a true love of entertaining people and bringing joy to their life. He’s always loved being the one who makes things happen, but never wanted the spotlight for himself. As for all of these podcasts, Shaw and Partners have generously donated $10k to the charity of choice of each of our guests. We discuss who that money goes to in this chat. This podcast is brought to you by Shaw and Partners. It is hosted by Gus Worland and produced by Keeshia Pettit See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is a podcast where we sit down with some very successful people from the world of business, entertainment and sport about their life’s journey and what got them to the position that they’re in today. In today’s episode we are chatting with Sharni Williams. Sharni was a shy kid from the town of Batlow, a place with a population of 1300 people that has gone on to become one of Australia’s most recognisable women’s Rugby players. She’s played in 3 rugby world cups, won a gold medal (and you won’t believe the story of where she keeps it), and won a commonwealth games silver medal. She’s captained teams through tremendous challenges to great successes. In this chat we talk about Sharni’s path to being a professional athlete and how that has evolved over the course of her career. We talk about pride in sport and the importance of visibility. As for all of these podcasts, Shaw and Partners have generously donated $10k to the charity of choice of each of our guests. We discuss who that money goes to in this chat. This podcast is brought to you by Shaw and Partners Financial Services. It is hosted by Gus Worland and produced by Keeshia Pettit See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is a podcast where we sit down with some very successful people from the world of business, entertainment and sport about their life’s journey and what got them to the position that they’re in today. In today’s episode we are chatting with Ben Fordham. Ben Fordham is a journalist, radio broadcaster and tv personality. For him, this environment has been his whole life! He started when he voluntarily did work experience at just 15 years old, and made his way through the ranks over the course of time. In this episode, Gus and Ben speak about the importance of the people you surround yourself with and how that can change the trajectory of your life. Ben speaks about his experiences taking over the most successful radio program in australia and the stress and weight that he felt going into it. He speaks about his family and how they make it all work in their family with his news reader wife Jodie and their two kids. Gus and Ben also speak about some pivotal moments in Ben’s career that led him from opportunity to opportunity. As for all of these podcasts, Shaw and Partners have generously donated $10k to the charity of choice of each of our guests. We discuss who that money goes to in this chat. This podcast is brought to you by Shaw and Partners It is hosted by Gus Worland and produced by Keeshia Pettit See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is a podcast where we sit down with some very successful people from the world of business, entertainment and sport about their life’s journey and what got them to the position that they’re in today. In today’s episode we are chatting with Cam Merchant and Jules Robinson! You might know Jules and Cam from where they met and fell in love on our screens on married at first sight. Now 5 years later, with a legally binding marriage, a son and multiple businesses, this couple have shown that both relationships and business are not built overnight! In this chat we talk about their love story, and the realities of reality TV. Jules and Cam give us a bit more than a peak behind the curtain to let us know what actually happens behind the scenes. We speak about their upbringings and how they each found their purpose, as well as where life is headed for them in business and as a family. Cam vulnerably shares his story of overcoming some mental challenges and what led him to being a part of the Gotcha4life family. As for all of these podcasts, Shaw and Partners have generously donated $10k to the charity of choice of each of our guests. We discuss who that money goes to in this chat. This podcast is brought to you by Shaw and Partners It is hosted by Gus Worland and produced by Keeshia Pettit See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is a podcast where we sit down with some very successful people from the world of business, entertainment and sport about their life’s journey and what got them to the position that they’re in today. In today’s episode we are chatting with Bronnie Taylor. Bronnie is the Minister for Women, Minister for Regional Health, Minister for Mental Health and the Deputy Leader of The Nationals in NSW. Bronnie comes from a nursing and farming background and she’s got a whole lot more personality than we might be used to in Australian politics. In this chat we speak about Bron’s life before politics, her interesting upbringing and family life. We talk about what it is actually like being a politician in Australia and how that has deeply affected her family. We touch on female representation within the Australian parliament and where Bronnie believes we could improve. As for all of these podcasts, Shaw and Partners have generously donated $10k to the charity of choice of each of our guests. We discuss who that money goes to in this chat. This podcast is brought to you by Shaw and Partners. It is hosted by Gus Worland and produced by Keeshia Pettit See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today’s episode we are chatting with Stan Grant. Stan is an international affairs editor for the ABC, a multi award winning current affairs host, author and adventurer. He’s pretty much covered every type of important news story that you could think of from Stan natural disasters, to terrorist attacks, wars and political discourse. But Stan came from very humble beginnings. He grew up with a very transient life, moving around every few months and in poverty. He experienced a lot of violence and insecurity in his young years, as well as racism and displacement. Stan seems to think that luck is what enabled him to become the success that he is, but I tend to think it has a bit more to do with his tenacity and ‘no excuses’ attitude. In this chat we speak about Stan’s unique experiences growing up, his career and the paths that it led him down, and his family. As for all of these podcasts, Shaw and Partners have generously donated $10k to the charity of choice of each of our guests. We discuss who that money goes to in this chat. The executive producer of this podcast is Keeshia Pettit, with production assistance from Kellie Stubbs and Brittany Hughes. It is brought to you by Shaw and Partners and hosted by Gus Worland See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today’s episode we are chatting with Kath Koschel. Kath Koschel is a very special woman. She’s had more obstacles thrown at her in her life so far than any of us could imagine overcoming. Kath is an ex-professional athlete, she has broken her back twice; once while playing cricket for New South Wales and once while riding her bike training for an Iron Man after recovering from her first broken back. She’s taught herself to walk on three separate occasions, defying her medical prognosis of paralysis. Kath’s story is one that you’ll likely feel as though you need to share it with everyone that you love. Her love story took a tragic path, but that time in her life has led to her creating the kindness factory which has shaped the way that we look at kindness across the world. Kath now works as a motivational speaker and has joined forces with some of the most powerful people in the world. In this chat you’ll hear one of the greatest stories about one of the Obamas! Kath’s life is one of inspiration, resilience and utter strength. She is humble, grounded and has a bit of a potty mouth! As for all of these podcasts, Shaw and Partners have generously donated $10k to the charity of choice of each of our guests. We discuss who that money goes to in this chat. This podcast is brought to you by shaw and partners. It is hosted by Gus Worland and produced by Keeshia Pettit See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today’s episode we are chatting with Shaun Bonett. Shaun is an Australian entrepreneur and property developer who founded and is CEO of Precision Group, Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of Prezzee, the leading global eGift card provider and a Non-Executive Director of iSelect. Shaun is an extremely successful businessman, worth over a billion dollars, but his approach to business and the mentality he has behind it is anything but expected. Shaun’s journey to the top of the business world faced some hiccups like recessions, the GFC and most recently the pandemic and in this chat you’ll hear how he navigated each of them to continue on the path of success. Shaun is a people person. Everything he has created has people in mind. It’s keeping people in mind that has created the foundation of all of Shaun’s business success. He’s a big, friendly giant! He’s 6 foot 5 with a smile that beams from ear to ear. In this chat we talk a lot about his family, and his very close relationship with his brother. We speak on how he navigates raising his children and their home filled with 15 cats! As for all of these podcasts, Shaw and Partners have generously donated $10k to the charity of choice of each of our guests. We discuss who that money goes to in this chat. This podcast is brought to you by Shaw and Partners It is hosted by Gus Worland and produced by Keeshia Pettit See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today’s episode we are chatting with Steve Smith! Steve Smith is one of the greatest cricketers in the world. Cricket has been Steve’s life but his journey to the top and to stay there has had some hiccups. In this chat we speak about Steve’s childhood and family, what led him to pursuing cricket and his choice to play for Australia instead of England. We talk about the pivot in his career from bowling to batting and how those decisions were made. We talk about the challenges he faced with his ban and what he did to overcome it; how giving back to the community helped shape him into a more resilient person. His dedication and mindset are what have made him so successful. As for all of these podcasts, Shaw and Partners have generously donated $10k to the charity of choice of each of our guests. We discuss who that money goes to in this chat. This podcast is brought to you by Shaw and Partners. The host of this podcast is Gus Worland. The executive producer of this podcast is Keeshia Pettit See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.