In this episode of Awesome Humans, Brett welcomes Hayley Melidonis, a former global business development professional turned entrepreneur. In this engaging conversation, Hayley shares her transformative journey through travel, career changes, and personal growth. From her experiences in Japan during the Olympics to her transition into the tech industry, she reflects on how these moments shaped her identity and aspirations.

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In this episode of Awesome Humans, Brett interviews Justine Jade, a multifaceted creative who shares her journey from a new-age upbringing to a profound spiritual awakening in Mexico. Justine discusses her experiences with somatic therapy, her transition from atheism to faith in Jesus, and the complexities of her identity and relationships. The conversation explores her early life, family background, and career beginnings in radio, comedy, and music, highlighting the challenges and triumphs she faced along the way.

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In this episode of Awesome Humans, host Brett McCallum interviews Mack Lindon, a man who faced false accusations of rape, leading to a tumultuous journey through the legal system and prison. Mack shares his early life, experiences in school, and the dual paths of nursing and acting he pursued. He recounts the challenges of being incarcerated, the impact of his experiences on his personal growth, and his eventual exoneration. The conversation delves into the societal implications of incarceration and the need for rehabilitation over punishment. In this conversation, the speaker discusses the complexities of seeking justice, the journey of storytelling through film, and the importance of transparency in parenting. They share their experiences of creating films amidst personal and societal chaos, emphasizing resilience and the power of storytelling.

Hello Awesome Humans and welcome back to another episode! In this episode Brett welcomes Ian Dixon into the studio. As an distinguished actor with credits in shows like "Underbelly" and "Heartbreak High", Ian also holds a Ph.D., provides fascinating insights into his transition from acting to academia and shares details about his current role as a professor at Nanyang Technology University in Singapore. Tune in as they explore the unique journey of a performer turned scholar, weaving together the worlds of entertainment and education.

Hello Awesome Humans and welcome back to another episode! In today's episode, your host Brett welcomes former professional rugby league player turn musician, Don Rogers, into the studio. In the 70's, Don was a professional rugby league player for the Cronulla Sharks and Western Reds and is now a crane operator by day and a country musician by night. After a chance encounter at his work in February of this year (2023), Don gained his confidence as a musician and started playing open mics and jam nights and has not let up since.

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Hello Awesome Humans and welcome back to another episode! In today's episode, your host Brett McCallum welcomes Justin Geange into the studio. After listening to one of Justin's poems at an open mic night Brett instantly knew he wanted to get him into the studio to record an episode. Justin's life has been full of many ups and downs, from getting into the semi-finals of Australia's Got Talent to very nearly taking his own life in the wake of being made redundant. He chats about his struggles with bipolar, the stigma surrounding mens mental health and goes in depth about the day that was almost the end.

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Hello Awesome Humans and welcome back to another episode! In today's episode, your host Brett McCallym welcomes aussie football legend Preston Campbell and long time friend of the show, Aunty Linda into the studio. Following a successful NRL career, Preston is now a popular indigenous ambassador and voice for mental health and those suffering depression after stepping forward to share his own personal experiences.

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Hello Awesome Humans and welcome back to another episode! In today's episode, your host Brett McCallum welcomes the one and only Moyra Major into the studio. Moyra has been a familiar voice on Gold Coast radio for over a decade and has had the pleasure of interviewing people from all over the globe throughout her career. She runs Major Confident, a public speaking company helping those who struggle to face an audience and is a creative writer at heart.

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