In today’s episode we have Shayna Jack. Shayna is a Commonwealth Games gold medalist and world champ but her story is like no other. During a routine drug test, Shayna tested positive to an illegal substance that she didn’t knowingly take. We chat about all the highs and lows of her career and what it was like fighting to clear her name for over 2 years. She is truly remarkable in what she has been able to achieve and I can’t wait for you all to hear her story.
In today’s episode we have Brent Campbell! Brent is a practicing dietician, yoga instructor and LSKD Athlete. In this episode you’ll hear how a trip around the world changed his outlook on life forever, especially when finding yoga and meditation. He also shares tips and tricks when it comes to nutrition. Please be aware we do discuss topics relating to mental health which could be triggering for some.
In this episode we have Bree Masters. From beach sprinting to track and field, Bree recently got the opportunity to compete at the 2022 World Athletics Championships and the 2022 Commonwealth Games within just under three years since switching sports. We chat about her about her journey to where she is now, her experience competing at such a high level, as well as juggling work and being a professional athlete.
Follow her journey:
Instagram - @breeemasters
TikTok - @breeemasters
In this episode we have Peter Hull. Pete is the Founder of Fitstop, the home of functional fitness and has gone from opening one single location to franchising nearly 90. We chat about his journey to now, the most challenging part of the process so far and what the future looks like *hint* it involved Fitstop going global.
Learn more about Fitstop
Follow Fitstop on Instagram
Follow Pete's journey on Instagram
In this episode we sit down with Cherie Canning. Cherie is an absolute powerhouse of a human, from an extensive career in the travel industry, to founding and directing her own business Luminate Leadership. You’ll hear all about her experiences that have shaped who she is today, like breaking her back and loosing her dream job in COVID. Plus she'll be sharing some fantastic some fantastic tips in leadership development.
Luminate Leadership
Website
Instagram
Faebook
In this episode you get to meet some of the wonderful team. We sat down with Courts and Luke to chat about all things PRIDE! We spoke about the latest Pride Collection and the “why” behind the design, the community event we ran on the LSKD HQ rooftop, as well as Courts and Luke’s personal experiences coming out to friends and family.
RESOURCES:
https://headspace.org.au/assets/download-cards/HSP032-Evidence-Summary-Sexuality-RGB-FA5.pdf
https://www.rainbownetwork.com.au/resources
https://www.rainbowsinschools.org/resources
In this episode we have Hugh Greenwood! He is a professional AFL player who has recently signed with the North Melbourne Football Club. We chat about his journey from college basketball to AFL and how one short conversation with his dad changed his game for the better. Hugh is an absolute legend and an extremely dedicated athlete and I think you’ll love his story.
Follow Hugh's journey:
IG - @hgreenwood3
Twitter - @hgreenwood3
In today's episode we have Keira Stephens. Keria is an Australian swimmer who recently won two bronze medals in the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics. She talks about what it was like growing up in Hervey Bay, to her training schedule (which spoiler... is 9 sessions a week). As well as her journey to get to the games and insight into what it was like to compete at that level.
Follow Keira's journey:
@keirastephenss
In this episode I sat down with Natalya Diehm with co-host Bec Curtis (LSKD's Athlete Manager) to chat about Natalya's journey starting at her home town in Boyne Tannum (on the outskirts of Gladstone, QLD) where she discovered her love for freestyle BMX at the early age of 8 years old. She gave insight into her journey to the Olympics and how she had to compete with a knee injury. Natalya's mindset and focus is the reason she has come so far, so quickly.
Follow Natalya's journey here: @_natalyadiehm
In this episode we have Sam Heazlett! Sam is a professional cricketer who plays for the Queensland Bulls and Brisbane Heat and if he isn’t on the field, he is looking for the next wave in the surf. You’ll hear how Sam manages the pressure of playing in front of a crowd, to the amazing moment he got to play for Australia and represent his country.
Follow Sam's journey here: @samh_snaps
Follow We Got The Chocolates: @wegotthechocolates2.0
In this episode I sat down with Mikaela Di-Blasio. Mikaela is a fitness and wellness fanatic, who can brighten up any room with her smile. You’ll hear about how a back injury changed her career plans, to what she is doing now inspiring and empowering women.
Mikaela's IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikaeladiblasio/
Empower Retreats: https://www.instagram.com/empower_retreats/
In this episode, I sat down with Tegan Minett, also known as Zida Gray. Tegan is a former youth worker turned DJ and in the mix of it all, heads our Collaboration and Partnership team. You'll hear from Tegan about her decision to leave her career in social welfare and chase her dreams of being a DJ and producer.
You can follow Tegan's journey here:
Instagram: @zidagray
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3gEm84UiNdgL6rAnPiUMwq
Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/zidagray
In this episode we have Nick Wehrli also known as @OiDonnyBoy. Nick has been a content creator for LSKD for many years now and has recently joined us in the collaboration and partnership team. He is absolutely living the dream, being able to travel and work wherever he wants as a content creator. We’ll hear about how Nick has managed to make this life for himself as well as the challenges and rewarding moments he has faced along the way.
Follow Nick's journey: https://www.instagram.com/oidonnyboy/
Grab the glitter and embrace the rainbow! In this episode you will meet some of the LSKD crew. Jade and Jemma chat about their personal experiences coming out to family, friends and navigating new dating experiences. Jemma chats about what it's been like expecting a child in a same-sex relationship and Jade shares what she loves about the LGBTQIA+ community.
RESOURCES:
https://www.rainbowsinschools.org/resources
https://www.wearitpurple.org/
https://qlife.org.au/
https://headspace.org.au/assets/download-cards/HSP032-Evidence-Summary-Sexuality-RGB-FA5.pdf
https://www.rainbownetwork.com.au/resources
