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Inspired by the people and events that have shaped Australian history and character, with his authentically Australian down to earth approach, Adam Blum explores and shares their stories. Learn how in the past and more recently, service, sacrifice and grit have and continue to play a central role in Australia's True Blue History.
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Ben Pronk, DSC & Tim Curtis

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Two ex-special operations guys armed with MBAs seek out people leading lives less ordinary, in order to find out how they fill their ‘unforgiving minutes’, and what helps them go, always, a little further. Like intellectual bowerbirds, we collect shiny little objects of knowledge that will help build better humans. Co-hosted by Ben Pronk and Tim Curtis.
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Welcome to the CinePacks Podcast, hosted by Tyler Casey and Andy Chen, the creative minds behind CinePacks. Join us as we dive into the world of filmmaking, interviewing industry professionals who share their insights, tips, and tricks. Whether you're a seasoned pro or an aspiring filmmaker, tune in for valuable advice and inspiration from the best in the business.
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The prolonged isolation of COVID has taught me that I really have some incredible friends: novelists, memoirists, poets, musicians, songwriters, comedians, painters and so on. Also, I am terrible at keeping in touch with them. These conversations will be part catch-up with my friends (some of whom I haven’t spoken to in years) about our addictions and/or sobriety, our mental health struggles, and the challenges of the creative life. And these will be in-depth explorations of their work, how ...
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This podcast will help you grow your B2B company, quarter over quarter, and year over year. In each episode, you'll get strategies, frameworks, and insights that help you drive predictable, consistent growth, and improve your GTM strategy. Seasoned B2B leaders share how they use data, forecast growth, set & hit goals, grow revenue, and more. The best B2B companies use a combination of data, experience, and gut to grow. This show will help you do the same.
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In This Episode Guests: Storm Chaser Alina Cooper and Broadcaster Alvin Kamau Brought to you by com Recognize our Patreon Teammates Shop Storm Front Freaks in The Wx Store Girls Who Chase Spring Training 2025 Lightning Round: X-V-Z (Gen X vs Gen Z) MMFS brings you STORM-net and HurricaneVision at 10% OFF #weatherfools - We present the fools doing s…
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Links Try Benchmarks Explorer Learn More About Databox Subscribe to our newsletter for episode summaries, benchmark data, and more In this episode of "Metrics & Chill," Pete Caputa, CEO of Databox, chats with Jamar Diggs, a YouTube consultant, and Germeen Guillaume, an expert in nonprofit accounting. They explore how Germeen’s focused content strat…
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When Lopes and Galileo dropped out of college and moved to LA to pursue a career in the film industry, they barely even knew what a producer’s role was on set. Those days, you might not have guessed that they would soon be running one of the most successful production companies in the area. BT Studios has made a staple in the industry by working wi…
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On this week’s podcast Episode 100: I spoke with former Australian Special Forces 2nd Commando Regiment operator Craig Hamberger who enlisted into the Australian Defence Force in 1999; and served his country proudly for 20+ years. During his posting to 4 Royal Australian Regiment as a Commando, Craig deployed on multiple operations, including Timor…
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In This Episode Clips: Tornado Trackers with Storm Chasers Gabe Cox, Jeremy Hamann and Jeff Mangum as well as a clip with The Weather Machine Author Andrew Blum Check out our Patreon page for exciting ways to support our podcast and interact with us more! www.patreon.com/stormfrontfreaks Next Episode…it’s Back-To-School time and we have two amazing…
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Being a solo entrepreneur in Los Angeles is no easy feat, but Mario Visions is the prime example of how persistence and grit delivers praiseworthy results withing the film industry. As the owner of Site Studios, Mario has built up a large array of standing sets which have brought in many big-name clients and a profitable revenue. Originally intende…
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In This Episode Guest: Adam Skinner, Creator and Director of Instant Weather, Inc. and Co-Creator of Virtuweather Brought to you by com Recognize our Patreon Teammates Shop Storm Front Freaks in The Wx Store Lightning Round: My Dad Can Beat Your Dad-Olympic Medal Count #weatherfools - We present the fools doing stupid things in weather situations W…
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Alex Qian is undoubtedly one of the most skilled photographers of our time. He’s dabbled in every medium of photography you can imagine; from humble roots in real estate gigs, to world-class nature photography, to large-scale collaborations with brand names like Xbox. Making it as a photographer professionally is never easy, but luckily Alex has pl…
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In This Episode Clips: Storm Chaser Vince Waelti and Tropical Storm Expert Dr. Jay Hobgood Check out our Patreon page for exciting ways to support our podcast and interact with us more! www.patreon.com/stormfrontfreaks Next Episode…we have a former guest back to announce some amazing weather tech and software. Adam Skinner from Instant Weather will…
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On this week’s podcast, I speak with Television Journalist Amelia Adams. Amelia has been a journalist for more than 21 years; more than 14 of those with the 9 Network. Before joining the 60 Minutes team in 2022, she was Nine’s Senior Foreign Correspondent in North America. Amelia’s live reporting from the US Capitol during the January 6 insurrectio…
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Oswaldo Cepeda, known on YouTube as Moody Dark Room, is one of the most creative and unique photographers you’ll find in the LA area. Blurring the lines between photography and videography, Oswaldo creates mesmerizing “video portraits” full of atmosphere and dreamy visuals. Utilizing his talents in lighting and visual effects, his pieces breathe li…
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In This Episode Guest: Cam Crosby, Paranormal Investigator/Storm Chaser and Creator of ParaTwisted Series Brought to you by windstormproducts.com Recognize our Patreon Teammates Shop Storm Front Freaks in The Wx Store Lightning Round: Top Movie Ghosts #weatherfools - We present the fools doing stupid things in weather situations Twisters Don't Read…
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Orie McGinness is a visionary director who has made a significant impact in the metal music video genre. Renowned for his ability to create massive environments and stunning visuals through his self-taught VFX skills, Orie has directed iconic videos for bands such as Bad Omens, Spirit Box, and Wage War. By leveraging the power of Unreal Engine, he …
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On this week’s podcast, I speak with a former Australian Army veteran serving in the Royal Australian Infantry 2RAR and Royal Australian Armoured Corps 2nd/14th Light Horse Regiment and 2nd Cavalry Regiment current Queensland Fire Service Station Officer Luke Smith. Luke deployed to Afghanistan and Iraq. In 2011 he applied for the Queensland Fire S…
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In This Episode Clips: 13 Minutes Director, Lindsay Gossling and Supercell Director, Jamie Winterstern Check out our Patreon page for exciting ways to support our podcast and interact with us more! www.patreon.com/stormfrontfreaks Next Episode…we’re turning up the Freak factor with storm chaser and director of the film project Paratwisted, Cam Cros…
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Kat Rae is an artist who works across an incredible variety of media. Her confronting work, Deathmin, was recently recognised as winner of the 2024 Napier Waller Art Prize and represents the fourth time Kat has been shortlisted for this prestigious award. In this podcast, Kat talks about her artistic journey, including her first career within the A…
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In today’s episode we speak with Brian Tang, the creator and director of the director of the 2023 SXSW short film “Kodama.” Kodama puts a modern twist on traditional Japanese folklore by following a team of SWAT samurai attempting to recover the team leader’s father from an evil spirit. Through the help of Kickstarter, the project was fully funded …
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In This Episode Guests: Rick Smith, NWS-Norman and Conner Tune, KFOR-TV Brought to you by windstormproducts.com Recognize our Patreon Teammates Spoiler Free Movie Review/Discussion (first 30 minutes) Storm Chaser Safety Tip - Vehicle Tools WARNING: Spoiler Full Movie Review/Discussion (after first 30 minutes) Shop Storm Front Freaks in The Wx Store…
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This week we host Bill Lennan who will teach us how to be 40% better! He was a kit who was introverted and had social anxiety.. so Bill built his own toolkit. As Bills tells his story... Friend: How'd you get that role? Me: Talking with strangers. Friend: What? Talking with strangers is a gateway skill. It enables you to talk with team-mates, stake…
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In this episode of the CinePacks Podcast, we sit down with Zae Williams (AZAE Productions), the creative force behind the highly acclaimed "From the Block" YouTube series on his channel "4tha Shooters." Zae shares how his hanging microphone performances with top artists like Lil Durk, G Herbo, Polo G, Chief Keef, Lil Yachty, and 4 Batz grew, detail…
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Part 2 of our chat with former Australian SAS soldier and officer, Brigadier Dan Fortune, DSC and Bar (Retd). Dan joined the Army at 17 years old as a private soldier and served for over 42 years before discharging for medical reasons. Between 1982-1992, Dan completed the SAS selection course three times (Yep wait for the story. He served in a Sabr…
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In this episode of the CinePacks Podcast, we sit down with Evan Blum, aka Dr. Clips, to explore the power of short-form content. Evan shares his tips for filming, creating viral videos, and the impact of concise content in today's digital world. With experience working with artists like Flyana Boss, Bebe Rexha, Glorilla, and Demi Lovato, Evan bring…
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In This Episode Guest: Josh Wurman and Karen Kosiba, Doppler On Wheels (D.O.W.) Storm Scientists Brought to you by www.windstormproducts.com Recognize our Patreon Teammates Girls Who Chase Storm Chaser Safety Tip - Search and Rescue Lightning Round: Poop Shop Storm Front Freaks in The Wx Store #weatherfools - We present the fools doing stupid thing…
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On this week’s podcast, I speak with former Australian SAS soldier and officer, Brigadier Dan Fortune, DSC and Bar (Retd). Dan joined the Army at 17 years old as a private soldier and served for over 42 years before discharging for medical reasons. Between 1982-1992, Dan completed the SAS selection course three times (Yep wait for the story.. He se…
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Links Try Benchmarks Explorer Learn More About Databox Subscribe to our newsletter for episode summaries, benchmark data, and more In this episode of "Metrics & Chill," Jennifer Christensen, founder partner at Beacon Media and Marketing, shares the agency's journey from a content and inbound marketing firm to a national leader in marketing for ment…
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In This Episode Guest: Andrew Brady, Creator of Atmosphere Analytics and STORM-net severe weather forecast model Brought to you by windstormproducts.com Storm Chaser Safety Tip - Dirt Roads Shop Storm Front Freaks in The Wx Store #weatherfools - We present the fools doing stupid things in weather situations Wx Resources - We share the most used equ…
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Tim and Ben love breathing. Not just for the fact that it keeps them alive (although that is undoubtedly a strong benefit…) but also for the opportunity it gives to tap into the body’s autonomic nervous system and impact its emotional state. In this episode, they speak with Martin McPhilimey – someone who was researching the impacts of breath long …
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On this week’s podcast, I speak with former Royal Australian Navy veteran Jennifer Wittwer CSM. Jennifer Wittwer joined the Royal Australian Navy in 1981 as a supply officer. She went on to have an international career as a thought leader, humanitarian, and advocate for women’s rights, equality, and empowerment. Some of her roles in uniform have in…
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In This Episode Clips: WeatherBrains Co-Hosts Rick Smith, Warning Coordination Meteorologist at NWS-Norman and Bill Murray, Former National Weather Association President Check out our Patreon page for exciting ways to support our podcast and interact with us more! www.patreon.com/stormfrontfreaks Next Episode…we’ve got the creator of the STORM-Net …
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In This Episode Guests: Storm Chasers Daniel Shaw and Vince Waelti Brought to you by windstormproducts.com Shop Storm Front Freaks in The Wx Store Storm Chaser Safety Tip - Dirt Roads #weatherfools - We present the fools doing stupid things in weather situations Wx Resources - We share the most used equipment, apps and websites used on the storm ch…
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Links Try Benchmarks Explorer Learn More About Databox Subscribe to our newsletter for episode summaries, benchmark data, and more In this episode of Metrics & Chill, Alli Blum talks about implementing an outcomes-led strategy to boost product growth and customer retention. You'll learn how to estimate project impact, align your team with clear goa…
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In This Episode Clips: Hurricane Season with TWC Meteorologist Jim Cantore and Storm Chaser Josh Morgerman Check out our Patreon page for exciting ways to support our podcast and interact with us more! www.patreon.com/stormfrontfreaks Next Episode…we review the Storm Front Freaks Storm Chase Week with lots of photos and video. We’ll be LIVE Thursda…
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On this week’s podcast, I speak with former Australian Special Forces 2nd Commando Regiment Commanding Officer Brigadier Ret Ian Langford DSC & Bars. Ian served for 30 years as a senior officer in the Australian Defence Force, Ian had the challenge and opportunity of leading large and small teams in complex and ambiguous environments. Ian held a ra…
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Dr Andrew Bengsen talks to us this week about controlling ferals! Animals that is. Andrew has over 15 years’ experience in pest animal management or research and has been with the NSW Department of Primary Industries, Vertebrate Pest Research Unit for a decade. But also we discuss Andrew’s first career in the military- including serving in Rwanda o…
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In This Episode Guest: David Daigle-Carignan and Marc Remillard, Developers of OUTBRK storm chasing video game Shop Storm Front Freaks in The Wx Store Storm Chaser Safety Tip - First Aid and CPR Lightning Round - Top 10 Selling Video Games of All Time #weatherfools - We present the fools doing stupid things in weather situations Chasers Gone Wild C…
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Links Try Benchmarks Explorer Learn More About Databox Subscribe to our newsletter for episode summaries, benchmark data, and more In this episode of "Metrics & Chill," host Pete Caputa, CEO of Databox, chats with Andi Graham, CEO and Founder of Big Sea, about scaling a marketing agency and success in the purpose-driven space. Find out: How Andi tr…
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Ruth Clare, quite rightly, describes herself as a “multi-passionate human who doesn't fit neatly into a box!” Her formal credits include being a TEDx and motivational keynote speaker, award-winning author, embodied speaking coach, performer, mental health and child voice activist, as well as a qualified scientist with demonstrated expertise in auth…
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On this week’s podcast, I speak with former Australian Special Forces 2nd Commando Regiment operator John Dixon. John spent 16 years in the Australian Army. During his postings at 1RAR and 6RAR, he deployed to East Timor which gave him an introduction to military active deployments. After completing SF selection and the Commando reinforcement cycle…
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In This Episode Clips: Legendary Storm Chaser Jeff Piotrowski and Houston Meteorologist Matt Lanza Check out our Patreon page for exciting ways to support our podcast and interact with us more! www.patreon.com/stormfrontfreaks Next Episode…from the Dominator 3 to our studio, Team Dominator storm chaser and social media specialist, Edgar O’Neal will…
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CONTENT WARNING- This episode discusses mental health challenges and suicidal ideations as well as discussing the tragic death of a veteran. Adam Blum had a troubled start to life, plagued by health issues and enduring a debilitating series of surgical procedures. His school years were a torture. Experiencing health and weight issues and diagnosed …
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In This Episode Guest: Joel Myers, Founder of Accuweather Storm Chaser Safety Tip - Team vs Solo Chasing Lightning Round - True or False Historic Figures #weatherfools - We present the fools doing stupid things in weather situations Storm Chaser Names Announce Next Guest(s) Check out our Patreon page for exciting ways to support our podcast and int…
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Links Try Benchmarks Explorer Learn More About Databox Subscribe to our newsletter for episode summaries, benchmark data, and more In this episode, Guy Alvarez, founder of Good2bSocial, shares his journey from lawyer to marketing expert and dives into successful digital marketing strategies for law firms. You'll learn: How Guy built a thriving digi…
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On this week’s podcast, I sat down with Royal Australian Artillery Warrant Officer Class 2 Mark Henneberry. Mark served for 23 years in the RAA. Mark joined the Army at 17. We discussed his deployment to Cambodia in 1993 and the effects of deploying at a young age. Mark talked about what all veterans and first responders face when they discharge, f…
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In This Episode Clips: 2021 Storm Chaser of the Year, Melanie Metz and Storm Chaser, Jim Tang Check out our Patreon page for exciting ways to support our podcast and interact with us more! www.patreon.com/stormfrontfreaks Next Episode…the founder and former CEO of AccuWeather, Dr. Joel Myers, will be with us talking about his new book, Invisible Ic…
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On Riana during SAS Australia: “She’s a brilliant human. No bullshit, no ego, she just knuckled down and suffered well on the show” - Dr Dan Pronk In this episode, Ben and Tim speak to television personality, SAS Australia candidate and all round superstar Riana Crehan- footnote that she is also a fellow West Coast Eagle supporter! Brought up on a …
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In This Episode LIVE Call-In Show discussing hot topics in weather Storm Chaser Safety Tip - Sleeping in your vehicle #weatherfools - We present the fools doing stupid things in weather situations Freak Fanbox - We read our fan mail Announce Next Guest(s) Check out our Patreon page for exciting ways to support our podcast and interact with us more!…
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As a special Anzac Day release, please enjoy our chat with MAJGEN (ret’d) Jake Ellwood. Jake is currently the Chief Executive Officer of the Queensland Reconstruction Authority, a role which puts him at the forefront of reconstruction and resilience within the state, particularly in the face of relentless natural disasters. And he’s definitely the …
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A momentous ANZAC Day 2024 with the launch of my interview with Matt Anderson PSM, an ADF veteran and the Director of the Australian War Memorial, Matt discusses the current and future re-development of the war memorial, as well as what the memorial and the term ‘remembrance” means him. I remain inspired to hear Matt speak about the essence of what…
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This week’s guest is Dr Luana Main, a Senior Lecturer in Applied Sport Science at Deakin University. An athlete herself, Luana’s research focuses on optimizing human performance and, in particular, finding the sweet spot between optimal load and overtraining. She has applied this research in areas including elite sport and the military and talks wi…
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In This Episode Clips: The Weather Channel Severe Weather Expert, Dr. Greg Forbes and ABC News Meteorologist, Rob Marciano Check out our Patreon page for exciting ways to support our podcast and interact with us more! www.patreon.com/stormfrontfreaks Next Episode…we just talked about one of the first TIV2 riders and next up we’ll have the new TIV2 …
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