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Sonia and Simon
Sonia and Simon
24 episodes
1 week ago
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We are building a community of curious minds. A show dedicated to inspiring conversations with industry leaders, sharp minds, and interesting stories that are shaping the future. Are you in? Hit Subscribe.
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Self-Improvement
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Episodes (20/24)
Sonia and Simon
Emad Mostique is SAVING HUMANITY from A.I.

In this conversation, Emad Mostique discusses his vision for saving humanity from the potential dangers of AI, emphasizing the need for alignment and ethical considerations. He shares his personal journey, including his son's diagnosis and the creation of AI systems to support healthcare. Emad introduces his company, Intelligent Internet, which aims to build open-source AI solutions for various sectors, including healthcare and education. He addresses concerns about privacy, the future of work, and the importance of community in navigating the challenges posed by AI. The discussion also touches on the implications of AI on capitalism and the nature of identity in a rapidly changing world.

He discusses:

-AI's impact will be exponential and requires alignment.

-The journey to create AI was personal for Emad.

-Open-source AI can democratize technology access

-AI can enhance healthcare by providing second opinions.-Privacy is crucial in AI development.-Education must adapt to include AI tools.

-The creative industries will evolve with AI.

-AI safety is a collective responsibility.

-AI may disrupt traditional capitalism.

-Community support is essential in an AI-driven future.

Read Emad's Book 'The Last Economy' here: https://ii.inc/web/the-last-economy

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1 week ago
50 minutes 14 seconds

Sonia and Simon
Finding Purpose in a Scientific World with Dr. David DeSteno

In this conversation, Dr. David DeSteno discusses the purpose of life, emphasizing the importance of relationships and community. He explores how emotions like gratitude and compassion influence behavior and the role of religion in providing meaning. The discussion also touches on the impact of technology and AI on human connections, the nature of good and evil in religious contexts, and the significance of forgiveness in personal growth. Dr. DeSteno highlights the need for reflection on life purpose and the benefits of having beliefs about death.He discusses:-The purpose of life is to have offspring and build relationships.-Close relationships and service to others provide meaning in life.-Loneliness is increasing due to technology and busy lifestyles.-Building a community requires empathy and support for one another.-Emotions like gratitude and compassion can enhance moral behavior.-Reflecting on life purpose can lead to greater happiness.-Religious practices can improve health and well-being.

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2 weeks ago
47 minutes 31 seconds

Sonia and Simon
How to Win Young in Australia’s Market

Property investor and entrepreneur Jack Henderson unpacks how young Australians can build wealth even in today’s tough market.

Jack opens up about his early property moves, the mentors who shaped his mindset, and how he built a powerful personal brand from the ground up.

He discusses:

- How to navigate financial noise and focus on what you can control

- Smart strategies for first-time buyers and investors

- Why content creation and personal branding matter

- When to sell, scale, or start again

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3 weeks ago
42 minutes 15 seconds

Sonia and Simon
Why the next generation of leaders should embrace psychedelics to sharpen their thinking

AI Pioneer Dr. Catriona Wallace Warns us on the future of AI.In this episode, Dr. Catriona Wallace discusses the four major global crises we face today: AI proliferation, climate change, mental health epidemics, and war. Dr. Wallace also addresses gender inequity in tech, the flaws in the current education system, and the potential dangers of AI companions.She discusses how:- Australia risks falling behind in AI development.- The ethical implications of AI are significant and largely unregulated.- Leadership models need to evolve to meet modern challenges.- Gender inequity in tech remains a pressing issue.- Rituals can enhance leadership effectiveness.- The current education system is outdated and ineffective.To purchase Catriona's new book 'Rapid Transformation' click here: http://bit.ly/3KSxikD

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4 weeks ago
49 minutes 13 seconds

Sonia and Simon
Redefining Media for the Creator Age with Georgie Holt

Join Georgie Holt, CEO and co-founder of Flight Story, as she discusses the future of media in the creator age. Discover how human IP is reshaping the industry, the importance of obsession in scaling success, and the innovative processes that sets ' Diary of a CEO' apart.She Discusses:- The future of media in human IP and creator-driven content.- How Obsession is key to scaling success and achieving micro-improvements.- The Diary of a CEO's behind-the-scenes- The transformative impact of AI in media and business.

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1 month ago
44 minutes 36 seconds

Sonia and Simon
How Wordle’s Creator Steven Cravotta builds and scales apps

Steven Cravotta, the creator of the original Wordle and founder of Posted, shares what it really takes to turn an idea into a viral app. From his teenage coding days to building businesses with global reach, Steven reveals the lessons every entrepreneur needs to hear.He discusses:-Why solving your own problems leads to the best ideas-How to launch fast without perfectionism-The marketing strategies that drive real growth-What it takes to scale apps

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1 month ago
28 minutes 12 seconds

Sonia and Simon
Narcissists, Manipulation & Boundaries: What You NEED To Know

Terri Cole, a licensed psychotherapist, author, and boundary expert unpacks the hidden dynamics of boundaries, manipulation, and relationships. If you’ve ever struggled with saying “no,” dealt with a narcissist, or felt drained by toxic dynamics, this conversation is for you.

 

She discusses

  • Understanding your Boundary Blueprint
  • Recognizing manipulation tactics (love bombing, gaslighting, flipping the script)
  • The truth about narcissists vs narcissistic traits
  • Why ghosting in modern dating is harmful

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1 month ago
50 minutes 33 seconds

Sonia and Simon
The truth about ADHD & Dementia they don’t tell you.

Think you know your brain? Think again.

Dr. Steven Storage from the Amen Clinic exposes the shocking truths about ADHD, dementia, and the hidden habits silently destroying your brain. The good news? You can actually rewire your mind and unlock next-level focus, memory, and mental clarity.

He discusses

  • ADHD isn’t a lack of focus it’s a superpower in disguise
  • Why stress might be the fastest track to dementia
  • The 3 habits for better brain health


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1 month ago
50 minutes 14 seconds

Sonia and Simon
What is your pet really trying to tell you?

From tail wags to thunder fears, understanding animalbehaviour.

Dr. Karolina Westlund, an expert in ethology (the science ofanimal behaviour), explores how animals communicate, think, and feel. From decoding your dog’s tail wag to understanding why cats act so differently, Karolina breaks down the hidden signals and emotions that shape our pets’ lives.

She Discusses:

  • The secret language of animals: TEMP (Tail, Eyes/Ears, Mouth, Posture)
  • How to help your pet cope with thunder or fireworks
  • Dogs vs Cats: who’s more intelligent?
  • The truth about tail wags
  • How emotions drive animal behaviour


The blog that Karolina mention can be found here: https://illis.se/en/eliminating-firework-and-thunder-phobia-in-dogs/

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2 months ago
40 minutes 50 seconds

Sonia and Simon
Forget the White Picket fence, here's the new Australian dream

Is the Great Australian Dream changing?

Chris Gray thinks so and, in this episode, he explains why the future isn’t about owning just one home… it’s about building a portfolio and renting where you truly want to live.

With 30+ years in real estate, Chris shares his journey from young investor to property expert, revealing the mindset shifts, strategies, and hard-learned lessons that shaped his success.

He discusses:

  • The surprising benefits of renting your lifestyle while investing in smarter markets.
  • Chris’s personal journey how he started young and built a lasting property empire.
  • The importance of mindset, patience, and continuous learning in investing.
  • Practical tips for new investors: leveraging, independent valuations, and risk management.
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2 months ago
26 minutes 11 seconds

Sonia and Simon
Why Bitcoin wins while jobs disappear

Will Bitcoin save you from the AI job apocalypse?

AI is set to shrink companies by 80% and wipe out millions of jobs. But could Bitcoin be the lifeline in the chaos? Fred Schebesta unpacks the coming divide between the rich and poor, why digital currencies are becoming mainstream, and how to future-proof your career with AI tools. From the Bitcoin rainbow theory to Australia’s innovation gap and the future of media, this is your roadmap to surviving and thriving in the next decade.

He discusses:

  • How the Bitcoin rainbow theory could guide long-terminvesting
  • The growing divide between the wealthy and the poorin the digital age
  • Why Australia is falling behind in innovation andglobal investment
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2 months ago
39 minutes 48 seconds

Sonia and Simon
AI lovers, sex toys & the end of dating as we know it

Is the future of love… even human?

Sex tech pioneer Bryony Cole unpacks how AI is reshaping intimacy, relationships, and the very meaning of connection.

From the rise of AI lovers and ethical dilemmas around digital companions, to the mainstreaming of sex toys and shifting ideas of masculinity, nothing is off the table.

 She discusses:

  • Why AI relationships are becoming normal faster than you think
  • How sex tech is empowering women and transforming the bedroom
  • The blurred lines between emotional cheating and AI companionship
  • The role of tech in grief, identity, and finding love in a digital age
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2 months ago
43 minutes 40 seconds

Sonia and Simon
How Inheritance Taxes Could Rebuild the Middle Class

Why The Rich Keep Winning.


Why is the middle class disappearing? Why is it harder than ever to buy a home, get ahead, or even just stay afloat? Economist and viral commentator Gary Stevenson joins Sonia and Simon for a brutally honest deep-dive into the broken systems shaping your future.

He discusses

  • How the wealth gap exploded after COVID
  • Why housing has become a trap, not a ticket to wealth
  • Why taxing the ultra-rich could be the only way out
  • The role of media and social platforms in shaping economic truth
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3 months ago
45 minutes 17 seconds

Sonia and Simon
The truth about money, schools won’t teach you

How Jaspreet Singh escaped the 9–5 to build a money empire.

What makes someone walk away from a traditional career to build a financial education empire?

Jaspreet Singh reveals why he turned his back on medicine to teach millions how to master money.

Jaspreet shares the hard truths about debt, real estate, crypto, and the mindset shifts that actually build wealth.


He discusses:

  • That financial education should be taught at schools
  • Why home ownership does not guarantee wealth
  • How to navigate the system to succeed
  • Why a money mindset is necessary for financial freedom
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3 months ago
49 minutes 22 seconds

Sonia and Simon
The World’s First Interview With Elon Musk’s Grok 4 Heavy.

In this exclusive episode of Sonia and Simon, we sit down with the all-new Grok 4 Heavy, Elon Musk’s controversial AI chatbot that’s making headlines worldwide. This is the first-ever podcast interview with Grok — and we don’t hold back.We confront Grok about its antisemitic comments, test Grok’s AI problem-solving skills, and challenge it to solve huge real-world problems:- How would Grok fix the Australian housing crisis?- How would Grok handle a New York City cyber attack?- Will Grok take your job? If you’re curious about Grok AI, Elon Musk’s Grok, or how artificial intelligence is changing the world, this episode is for you.Watch this episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/2dWPUnEWh1k

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3 months ago
31 minutes 59 seconds

Sonia and Simon
Hire Slow, Fire Never - The 12-Month Rule for Perfect Teams

Tech Titan Kate Vale, from Google & Spotify’s first Aussie hire to backing female founders Kate Vale, the trailblazing powerhouse who was the first employee at Google AND Spotify in Australia. From scaling Google’s Aussie operations from zero to hundreds of employees to launching Spotify as the #1 music streaming giant Down Under, Kate’s journey is a masterclass in building empires. Now, as a General Partner at ALIAVIA Ventures, she’s on a mission to empower female tech founders, investing in game-changing startups with valuations soaring past $3.5 BILLION! Kate spills the tea on navigating the cutthroat music industry, mastering the art of hiring and why your second hire is everything, and the rigorous Google interview process that shaped tech history. She discusses: Insider secrets to building unstoppable teams at tech giants like Google and SpotifyHow Kate turned Spotify into Australia’s top streaming service against all oddsThe TRUTH about Google’s intense hiring process and why it workedWhy your second hire could MAKE or BREAK your startup’s future

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3 months ago
28 minutes 38 seconds

Sonia and Simon
How to become unemployable?

Why Adam Hudson Left Australia: Bitcoin, AI & The Real Secret to Wealth

 

What’s driving successful Australians to pack up and move overseas? In this revealing episode, entrepreneur Adam Hudson explains why he left Australia for Cyprus and shares his unfiltered take on wealth, Bitcoin, and living life on your own terms. Adam opens up about building an Amazon business for freedom, how failure shaped him, why podcasting is the ultimate networking tool, and how AI could change the future of work forever.

 

He discusses


  • Freedom over money, how Adam built his Amazon business to gain freedom, not just wealth.
  • Location independence, how his entrepreneurial mind led him to run a global business from anywhere.
  • Bitcoin as protection, he sees Bitcoin as a shield against inflation and currency devaluation.
  • Podcasting equals power, why podcasting gives everyone a seat at the table.
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3 months ago
58 minutes 51 seconds

Sonia and Simon
Multi-hyphenated careers are the future

What they don’t tell you about building a brand. Nathan Chan’s brutally honest advice for entrepreneurs. What does it really take to build a multi-million dollar media empire from scratch? Nathan Chan, founder of Foundr Magazine, shares the raw story behind his rise, from bootstrapping and legal battles to landing billion-dollar founders for interviews. Discover his hard-won lessons on networking, hiring, founder-led content, personal branding, AI in business, and the surprising daily habit that keeps him ahead. He discussesThe best founders are relentlessly driven by their work.Legal hits can turn into hidden growth opportunitiesYour personal brand is your biggest assetAI and modern skills beat old-school degrees, reinvent how you learn.Journaling is the secret weapon for staying self-aware and unstoppable.

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4 months ago
57 minutes 9 seconds

Sonia and Simon
Matt Kuperholz on How AI Will Disrupt but Also Empower Workforces

If You’re Not Ready for AI, You’re Already Behind – Matt Kuperholz Explains WhyFrom job disruption and digital nomadism to education, ethics, and AI agents. With decades of experience advising Australia’s top companies, Matt shares powerful insights on responsible AI, transparency, and how we can adapt in a rapidly changing world. He discusses Responsible AI is crucial for societal acceptance. Job displacement is a concern, but AI can create new opportunities.Learning to use AI is essential for future job security. The future of AI includes specialised agentsAI has the potential to solve major environmental issues. Australia's negative perception of AI

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4 months ago
51 minutes 22 seconds

Sonia and Simon
Daniel Priestley Explains How to Turn Redundancy Into Opportunity

Is the 9-5 Dead? Daniel Priestley on Personal Brands, Digital Fame & Thriving in the New Economy

 

Best-selling author and entrepreneur Daniel Priestley unpacks the shift from the industrial age to the fast-paced digital economy, and what it means for your career. We explore why traditional corporate roles are becoming obsolete, how to future proof yourself by building a personal brand, and why speed, adaptability, and long-form content are your biggest assets right now. Daniel also shares practical strategies on networking, confidence, and going global in a high-velocity world. Plus, lessons from digital giants like MrBeast and Steven Bartlett.

 

He discusses:

 

  • Redundancy and New Opportunities
  • The Future of Media
  • The Power of Personal Branding
  • The Hustle of Mr. Beast: Work Ethic and Success
  • Launching with Impact and the Power of Networking
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4 months ago
42 minutes 25 seconds

Sonia and Simon
We are building a community of curious minds. A show dedicated to inspiring conversations with industry leaders, sharp minds, and interesting stories that are shaping the future. Are you in? Hit Subscribe.