Empowering Leaders

How do you change the lives of over 30,000 young men? What are the messages and lessons you need to express to get through to boys going through a difficult time?  Hunter Johnson, the founder of Man Cave and Stuff joins Luke Darcy for an emphatic conversation about the ups and downs of childhood, the work he's doing with young men across the country and how he's trying to get through the next generation of young adults.  Hunter’s impact is felt in Australia, but also around the world, which has been recognised with awards and grants to support the organisation. The ultimate recognition perhaps, of meeting the Queen, and collaborating with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.  Head to Aleda Collective and take the empowering leaders indicator tool to understand the impact you have on your environment Learn. Lead. Collaborate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At the Tokyo Olympics, the nation and the world were gripped by the performance of Australia's next great Olympian. Arnie took on the greatest of all time in Katie Ledecky, and beat her in an event the American had dominated for more than a decade. Now, the Launceston born 22 year old is tackling the next challenge - following it up.  Ariarne is fresh out of the pool for her chat with Luke, and is open about her experiences with post Olympic come down. But, she is determined and decisively confident in her ability to keep pushing and maintaining excellence.  Head to Aleda Collective and take the empowering leaders indicator tool to understand the impact you have on your environment Learn. Lead. Collaborate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Assistant coach at the Milwaukee Bucks, former head coach of the Michael Jordan owned Charlotte Hornets and renowned leader in the world of basketball.  Mike Dunlap is one of the NBA's great leaders, and his philosophy is echoed around the league. NBA Hall of Famer George Karl had this to say about Mike: "He's the most intelligent person that has a love for the game of basketball that I've ever been around."  Mike is close with two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo and has unique insight into the work rate of one of the world's great athletes.  Hear Luke Darcy unpack Mike's incredible career, and what he's looking towards in the years to come.  Head to Aleda Collective and take the empowering leaders indicator tool to understand the impact you have on your environment Learn. Lead. Collaborate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Should there have been more debate when it comes to lockdowns? Is there now enough discussion about the situation? And if not, what can we do to have civil, common sense conversation?  During the Covid-19 Pandemic, Dr Jay Bhattacharya was an opponent of lockdowns and mask mandates. He was a co-author in 2020 of the Great Barrington Declaration, which advocated letting the virus spread in lower-risk groups with the aim of herd immunity with "focused protection" of those most at risk. Hear him breakdown his philosophy with host Luke Darcy.  For information relating to the Covid-19 Pandemic, visit: https://www.health.gov.au/health-alerts/covid-19 For information relating to the Covid-19 Vaccine, visit:  https://www.health.gov.au/initiatives-and-programs/covid-19-vaccines Head to Aleda Collective and take the empowering leaders indicator tool to understand the impact you have on your environment Learn. Lead. Collaborate.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An AFL Commissioner who spent more than 35 years serving in the Australian Army. How do you pivot from a hostile, combat environment into a corporate, sports focused ecosystem? What are the tangible skills that translate from one situation to the other?  Major General Simone Wilkie retired as a Major General after completing 35 years’ service. She served senior appointments in operations and training, and active service in Cambodia, Iraq and Afghanistan. She was awarded a Bronze Star for her work in Iraq.  Now an AFL Commissioner, Simone sits down with Luke Darcy to talk the challenges of her career, where she sees the AFL moving forward and what she's excited for ahead of the AFLW season and 2023.  Head to Aleda Collective and take the empowering leaders indicator tool to understand the impact you have on your environment Learn. Lead. Collaborate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The extraordinary work that is saving millions of lives every year, and the Australian professor who has been taking on the challenge for the last two decades.  Professor Scott O'Neill is a renowned scientist and founder of the World Mosquito Program. He’s worked at the University of Illinois, Yale University, The University of Queensland and Monash University. He has received awards including the Centenary Medal and Mackerras Medal.  Join host Luke Darcy as he unpacks Scott's work and the way in which he's been able to sustain the effort and consistency it takes to achieve success in this field.  Head to Aleda Collective and take the empowering leaders indicator tool to understand the impact you have on your environment Learn. Lead. Collaborate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of Australia's most inspiring people, a man who is dedicating much of his life to saving kids who have found themselves on the wrong path.  Farmer Dave Graham is the co-founder of RuffTrack - a fully registered charity, Rufftrack takes on young people (12-17 years old) who have disengaged with school and the community to give them skills, education, a sense of self worth and reconnecting them with their community. RuffTrack work closely with Hawkesbury police and the incredible BackTrack Youth Works to make a real change in young people's lives. Rufftrack are currently striving to build a forever farm, a permanent location to continue their incredible work.  Instead of buying a coffee today, why not make a tax deductible donation.  https://rufftrack-limited.grassrootz.com/rufftrack-forever-farm Hear Luke Darcy unpack Dave's incredible work, and how he's striving to continue growing his community and organisation.  Head to Aleda Collective and take the empowering leaders indicator tool to understand the impact you have on your environment Learn. Lead. Collaborate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What are the methods to being a great parent? What can you do to connect with your child? How can parents in 2022 be a leader of compassion? Dr Arne is the CEO and Founder of the Rites of Passage Institute. He has over 30 years experience as a medical doctor, counsellor, mentor, speaker and workshop facilitator.  Join Luke Darcy in a raw and unfiltered conversation - as he talks to Arne at his 150 acre property in Mullumbimby, and unpacks parenting in the 21st century. Head to Aleda Collective and take the empowering leaders indicator tool to understand the impact you have on your environment Learn. Lead. Collaborate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Founder of Bakers Delight, the largest chain of bakeries in Australia, New Zealand and Canada.  In this collaborative chat, Roger explains how in business, everyone can win - from the supplier, to the franchisee, to the customer. Even if the environment is competitive, Roger believes business can accomodate winners across the board.  Join host Luke Darcy, a he sits down with Roger in person to unpack the way he operates, and learns what has made him a success and a renowned member of Australia's business community.  Head to Aleda Collective and take the empowering leaders indicator tool to understand the impact you have on your environment Learn. Lead. Collaborate.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why Australian education needs to re-evaluate, and how assessments can be different for a new age of Australian students.  Christine Cawsey AM is the Principal of Rooty Hill High School in Western Sydney; she has a strong perspective of equity, social justice and has an unparalleled perspective on how Aussie kids are learning.  Unpack Christine's work with host Luke Darcy, as he dives into the world of Aussie education.  Head to Aleda Collective and take the empowering leaders indicator tool to understand the impact you have on your environment Learn. Lead. Collaborate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.