#OrdineroliSpeaking Kirby Bentley is a genuine trailblazer. A former netball and AFLW star, Kirby is now the first Indigenous woman to coach a VFLW or VFL side. Having grown up in country WA, Kirby is willing to engage in some uncomfortable conversations in order for us all to understand each other better. Her life has been shaped by tragedy - Kirb…

#OrdineroliSpeaking Rashid Khan is a cricketing superstar, with millions of followers on social media. But this is the story of the man, not the cricketer. Rashid holds the passion of a nation on his shoulders and desperately hopes for a better and brighter future for Afghanistan. Ultimately, he is a young man who desperately misses his parents - w…

#OrdineroliSpeaking Cate Campbell is a swimming superstar, with eight Olympic medals to her name, not to mention flag bearing honours at Tokyo 2020. Her success in the pool is even more remarkable given her struggles out of it. Diagnosed with anxiety and depression, Cate wants to share her story to try and help normalise conversations around mental…

#OrdineroliSpeaking Majak Daw has got a second chance at life and he’s using it to try and help others. In December 2018, Majak attempted to take his own life. Now, the first Sudanese born player in the AFL wants his little boy Hendrix to grow up in a world open to conversations around mental health. This is a story of a complex life, told in Majak…

#OrdineroliSpeaking Jess Jonassen has played a starring role for the Australian Women's Cricket team for a decade, playing in all forms of the game. Her success on the field is testament to her resilience off it. Battles with depression and self identity led Jess down a path where she self harmed and abused alcohol. At the same time, Jess was also …

#OrdineroliSpeaking Retired AFL player Dayne Beams is a recovering drug and gambling addict. The addictions almost cost him his marriage and even his life. In this episode, Dayne opens up about the full extent of his issues for the first time. In part two, we also hear from his wife, Kelly, who shares the toll Dayne's addictions took on their famil…

#OrdineroliSpeaking Retired AFL player Dayne Beams is a recovering drug and gambling addict. The addictions almost cost him his marriage and even his life. In this episode, Dayne opens up about the full extent of his issues for the first time. In part two, we also hear from his wife, Kelly, who shares the toll Dayne's addictions took on their famil…

#OrdineroliSpeaking Dale Steyn is one of the greatest fast bowlers cricket has ever seen. The South African quick terrorised batsmen throughout his career - to do so, he had to create a persona, a monster. So who is the man behind the monster? In this episode, Dale opens up about the most challenging period of his career, and why it still haunts hi…

#OrdineroliSpeaking Ryan Broekhoff is an Aussie basketball star who currently plays for the South East Melbourne Phoenix in the NBL. Ironically nicknamed "Rowdy" for his quiet personality, Ryan has decided to speak up about his past for the very first time. The childhood trauma he experienced has impacted him throughout life, culminating in mental …

#OrdineroliSpeaking Michael Hibberd is an AFL premiership player, having won a drought-breaking flag with the Melbourne Demons in 2021. On his way to the pinnacle of his career, Michael had to confront professional and personal trauma. Michael lived through the Essendon supplements scandal and was one of the banned 34 - it rocked his trust in peopl…

#OrdineroliSpeaking Greg Hire is a recently retired four-time NBL Champion with the Perth Wildcats, having overcome significant adversity in his life. In this episode, Greg reflects on his challenging upbringing, his strained and complex relationship with his father and what it means to be a man. This is a powerful and raw episode - if it is trigge…

#OrdineroliSpeaking Zac Williams has become an AFL star after growing up in country NSW. The former GWS Giant and now Carlton recruit has overcome a lot of adversity in his life. He lost his Dad at a very young age and got caught up in the wrong kind of scene as an adolescent. Under the guidance of his Mum and older sister, Zac managed to turn his …

#OrdineroliSpeaking Cricketer Ashton Agar's Test debut was a dream - he made 98 in the Ashes at just 19 years of age. What followed, was the toughest period of his life. For the first time, Ashton reveals the full extent of his mental health issues and how they took over his life and career. Instagram - @Ordineroli_Speaking Twitter - @Neroli_Meadow…

#OrdineroliSpeaking Sam Stosur is a Grand Slam champion, having won the final at the 2011 US Open against Serena Williams. With 9 WTA singles titles to her name, Sam is coming to the end of her career and, as a Mum to Evie and partner to Liz, she feels now is the time to open up on the adversity she has overcome in her journey to self acceptance. I…

#OrdineroliSpeaking Hayden Ballantyne is known for being a tough small forward for the Fremantle Dockers, who opposition players and clubs loved to hate. In late 2018, Hayden's life changed forever when his younger brother Brendan was hit by a car and killed. In this episode, Hayden shares for the first time how he navigated his way through unfatho…

#OrdineroliSpeaking Caitlin Thwaites is a netball champion. After 18 seasons playing at the top level, Caitlin retired last year with another premiership with the Melbourne Vixens. For the first time, she reveals the family anguish behind that premiership. Caitlin has dealt with mental health issues throughout her life and the compounding nature of…

#OrdineroliSpeaking John Worsfold is a premiership coach and player in the AFL. In this episode of Ordineroli Speaking, the man known as Woosha opens up on the toll his 19 year coaching career took on his family. He also sheds light on the most testing moments of his career, including coaching Essendon in the aftermath of the supplements scandal, d…

#OrdineroliSpeaking Thanasi Kokkinakis has shown enormous resilience to overcome injury after injury in his bid to become a tennis star. Every injury setback would lead to a rut - when his body went, his mind followed. In this episode, the candid 24 year old reveals just how dark things got. Instagram - @Ordineroli_Speaking Twitter - @Neroli_Meadow…

Nic Naitanui is one of Australia's most recognisable sports stars. The West Coast Eagle has overcome so much adversity across his life to get to where he is. In the past six years alone, the boy from Fiji lost his beloved Mum, played in a losing grand final, did two ACLs and then watched from the sidelines as his teammates won a premiership. All of…

Greig Pickhaver or better known as HG Nelson is one of the all-time great Australian comedians, broadcasters and TV presenters. HG’s partner in crime for the past 35 years has been John Doyle or Rampaging Roy Slaven and together formed a dynamic duo as “Roy & HG.” Roy & HG spent 22 years on Triple JJJ radio together, before moving to Triple MMM to …

Tami Roos is an empowering and positive woman with a PhD in Parapsychic Science and dissertation on meditation. Combined with her best-selling book titled ‘Presence is Power’ – I AM THE GIFT, it is no wonder that Tami has been changing lives through the practice of mindfulness and meditation techniques for years. Tami has worked closely with leadin…

Steve Balbi is one of the all-time great Australian musicians and an icon in the industry. From first appearing on TV Talent quest show ‘Pot of Gold’ at the tender age of 12 in 1976, before leaving school at 16yrs of age to chase his dream of being a performing artist. Not too long after he founded and produced Aussie chart-toppers band ‘Noiseworks…

Neroli Meadows is an experienced, well respected and down to earth Australian Sports TV presenter. From originally working as a Sports Reporter in Perth for Channel 7, Nez was quickly snapped up and forged a successful career hosting a wide range of Sports TV programs and sporting events. From International Cricket, to covering the AFL on FOX FOOTY…

Brock McLean is a former AFL footballer who played 157 games across x2 Clubs – Melbourne F.C. and Carlton F.C. A highly talented junior, Brock made the All-Australian u18 side and was taken with pick #5 in 2003 National Draft. He quickly established himself as a respected and leading midfielder in the competition. However, what the public wasn’t aw…

Baggy Green Caps, Positive Mindset & Challenging Yourself Brett Lee is one of the all-time great Australian Cricketers. Regarded as one of the fastest ever bowlers in the world, clocking 161km/h, this man has achieved success in all forms of the game. From taking a 5-wicket haul in his Australian Boxing Day Test debut on the MCG in 1999, to winning…

Stephanie Rice is a Triple Olympic Gold Medallist, x5 World Record holder, x2 Australian Olympian, International Swimming Hall of Fame member and Order of Australia Medal recipient.The golden girl of the pool took us all by storm as she dominated the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games, bringing home x3 Gold medals and smashing x3 World records at the same …

Adam Edwards is a former bar/nightclub owner turned Spiritual Life Coach.Adam was in many observers’ eyes, living the dream life! Owning bars and nightclubs all across Melbourne, holding parties and events that no young 18 – 35-year-old wanted to miss and was the envy of many - plenty of friends, unlimited drink cards, rubbing shoulders with all th…

Ryan Fitzgerald is commonly known for hosting breakfast radio with NOVA on the Fitzy & Wippa Show, and regularly appearing on our TV screens with Channel 10’s The Project and Channel 7’s The Front Bar warming the hearts of Australian’s all over the country. However, there is so much more to the loveable, down to earth character of Fitzy.A highly ta…

Micky O is a former Sydney Swans 2005 Premiership player, a 303 game AFL superstar, Hall of Fame and Indigenous Team of the Century member who kicked 521 career goals.It was a pleasure and inspiring to sit down with one of my great mates and hear a remarkable story that will be sure to encourage many to follow their dreams.In this episode we discus…

Ben Clark is a former member of the famous and much-loved group The Ten Tenors and a semi-finalist on Channel 9’s The Voice 2018, where he was coached by iconic Australia singer Delta Goodrem.Ben has experienced it all. He has met and performed in front of the Pope and Oprah Winfrey and has done Australian’s proud for almost a decade belting out ou…

Paul Roos is an icon of the Australian Football League (AFL).Roosy played 356 VFL/AFL Games, was x7 All Australian (91’ and 92’ as Captain), x5 Best & Fairest winner, Fitzroy Team of the Century member, AFL Hall of Fame inductee and Sydney Swans Premiership Coach in 2005.In this episode of DREAMS into SUCCESS we discuss the importance of building r…

‘Dreams into Success’ is a podcast that provides listeners with a platform to be inspired and encouraged to face their fears and follow their dreams.You will be inspired by not only well-known sports stars, former athletes, lifestyle coaches, successful entrepreneurs, TV presenters and influencers from the media and entertainment industry but we wi…

Alan Goodrope is a success story from the 1970's. An era where sportspersons were regarding as amateurs, working full-time jobs and striving for success in a sport they enjoyed. For Alan, Cycling was his love.A Victoria State title holder and champion at 21 years old, before soon becoming an Australian Olympian, selected in the 1976 Montreal Olympi…

#OrdineroliSpeaking Ryan Pierse is one of Australia's leading sports photographers. Ryan has captured some of the most iconic images of the Australian Men's Cricket team but one day will live with him forever. In this episode of Ordineroli Speaking, the Getty Images Chief Photographer shares the stories behind the photographs he took of Phillip Hug…

#OrdineroliSpeaking Natalie Medhurst has been a professional netballer for 17 years, including ten years representing Australia. Behind the scenes, Natalie was struggling with her mental health and developed an eating disorder. About to be a Mum, Natalie is now in a good place and ready to share her story. Instagram - @Ordineroli_Speaking Twitter -…

#OrdineroliSpeaking Australian cricketer Moises Henriques has dealt with depression and anxiety throughout his career. Born in Portugal, Moises moved to Australia at a young age. He went on to represent Australia in all forms of the game, with the pressure of "potential" following him every step of the way. Instagram - @Ordineroli_Speaking Twitter …

Sabreena Duffy has only just turned 20 but she has already overcome the odds to make her mark on the AFLW as a Fremantle star. Sab has spent her entire life in the foster care system and in this episode of Ordineroli Speaking, she shares her story publicly for the first time. Her motivation? To help inspire other kids to achieve their goals and be …

#OrdineroliSpeaking Nathan Lyon has played 96 Tests for Australia, taking 390 wickets but his career has been riddled with doubt. The man known as "the GOAT" opens up on some of the toughest moments of his career and why he gets so anxious. Instagram - @Ordineroli_Speaking Twitter - @Neroli_Meadows Music - "Love Me Like You Wanna Be Loved" Woody Pi…

#OrdineroliSpeaking Dale Thomas is a recently retired AFL footballer, who played for Collingwood and Carlton. Under immense public scrutiny, Dale's mental health suffered. A couple of years ago, he made the decision to ask for help to finally deal with some of the issues that arose from his childhood. As a result, he's in a better headspace than ev…

#OrdineroliSpeaking Glenn Maxwell is one of Australia's most talented, yet polarising cricketers. In 2019, Glenn became overwhelmed and exhausted by the game he loves. In this episode, he reveals just how bad things got before he decided to take a break from the game and seek some help. Instagram - @Ordineroli_Speaking Twitter - @Neroli_Meadows Mus…

#OrdineroliSpeaking Eamon Sullivan is a three-time Olympian and three-time medallist but he never won gold. A world record holder in the 50m and 100m freestyle and favourite at the Beijing Olympics, Eamon came up short in both events. It has taken him 12 years to come to terms with it. Instagram - @Ordineroli_Speaking Twitter - @Neroli_Meadows Musi…

#OrdineroliSpeaking Peter Siddle is a recently retired Test cricketer. Almost eight years ago, he experienced a moment that changed his life. On this episode of Ordineroli Speaking, Peter shares the reason why he quit drinking and why he'll never drink again. Instagram - @Ordineroli_Speaking Twitter - @Neroli_Meadows Music - "Love Me Like You Wanna…

#OrdineroliSpeaking Adam Treloar is an Aussie Rules star, who plays for the Collingwood Football Club. In this episode of Ordineroli Speaking, he talks openly about his long-term struggles with anxiety and depression. About to become a Dad, Adam has spent a lot of time reflecting on what kind of father he wants to be, having missed out on that rela…

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