Best Mel Yu Podcasts (2024)

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218. Mindsets with Mary Jensen 52:02

3d ago52:02

52:02

In this episode of our podcast, we're excited to share the insights of Mary Jensen, a distinguished leader with over 30 years of experience in business growth and human behaviour. Transitioning from a successful finance career, Mary founded M Power Services to help businesses enhance their profitability through innovative strategies. Her unique per…

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217. Memory and Storytelling with Tansel Ali 46:08

3d ago46:08

46:08

This podcast is about memory techniques and how they can improve learning and communication. Tony, interviews Tansel Ali, a memory expert and coach who has broken several memory records and written best-selling books on the topic. They discuss Tansel's background, how he learned memory techniques, and how he applies them to various domains such as …

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216. Veterans and Carry On with David McNamara 34:28

16d ago34:28

34:28

In this episode, we spoke with David McNamara, the CEO of Carry On, a 92-year-old charity that provides housing and welfare support to veterans and their families. David served for 14 years in the Australian Army and has a wealth of experience and knowledge in the veteran sector. In this episode, we will discuss the meaning and impact of Anzac Day,…

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215 - Healthier, longer, better with Damien Mu 40:03

13d ago40:03

40:03

In this week's episode, Jamie sits down with Damien Mu, the CEO of AIA, to delve into his inspiring journey. Damien shares how his multicultural upbringing shaped his leadership style, offering a unique perspective that has seen him become one of Australia's most accomplished CEOs. He also discusses his love for AFL and how it instilled in him the …

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214. Becoming The Best You Can Be with Mel Yu 42:06

22d ago42:06

42:06

Melissa's story is one of resilience, kindness, and unwavering dedication. With a background in clinical psychology and a passion for community engagement, she has become a statewide leader in discussions surrounding lived experiences and suicide prevention in Australia. Her numerous accolades, including nominations for Young Australian of the Year…

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213 - Embracing Change with Agostino Giramondo 58:25

2M ago58:25

58:25

Celebrating 30 years in the media and publishing industry. Agostino has been a member of Executive Leadership Teams at the Herald & Weekly Times, Nationwide News, carsales.com and AusCycling. He is what you refer to as an early adopter of the convergence of media and the acceptance that all publishers are digital media companies. He is an advocate …

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212 - Sharper Branding with Robert Krastich 48:46

2M ago48:46

48:46

We speak to Robert Krastich, Managing Director at Sharper Facility Services. Robert graduated with a Bachelor of Graphic Design (Hons) from Swinburne University. He began his career in graphic design and advertising at marketing communications giant Clemenger Group, before starting a cleaning company in 2004. During his time in the advertising indu…

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211 - Run the Tan with Darren Templeton 27:47

2M ago27:47

27:47

Run the Tan was founded with a mission to unite runners around the iconic Tan Track in Melbourne. It began with wanting to document official times and has grown to fostering a community of passionate runners and supporting mental health. Today, we're stepping outside the confines of the boardroom to delve into our shared love for health and fitness…

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210 - So They Can with Emily Whitehouse 54:04

2M ago54:04

54:04

In today's episode, Tahli sits down with Emily Whitehouse. Emily is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in the education and nonprofit sectors. She began her career as a teacher in London and later transitioned to roles focusing on corporate partnerships and community engagement programs. Emily is currently the Partnerships Man…

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209 - Human Performance with Kyle Tyrrell 46:23

3M ago46:23

46:23

In this week's episode we explore human performance and leadership with our guest Kyle Tyrrell. Kyle's leadership journey began in his formative years as a football captain and progressed to serving for 24 years as an Army Officer at the highest levels, Kyle's leadership has resonated from the front lines of Iraq to the boardrooms of Australia. Rec…

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208 - Mens Health with Nant Nissen 47:41

3M ago47:41

47:41

Join Tony in this empowering episode of Men's Health as he sits down with the remarkable Nant Nissen. With a rich background spanning over three decades in the Health, Wellbeing, and Fitness industries, Nant brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to the table. As the Founder of We Hub, Nant's mission is clear: to empower individuals, corporate te…

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207 - Video Content with Amelia Crawford 30:36

4M ago30:36

30:36

In this week's episode, Jamie is joined by Amelia Crawford, Director of AJC Video. Amelia is a professional videographer based in Melbourne and after spending 3 years working in the film industry in Sydney, the chance to move to Melbourne allowed Amelia to start something new. Moving away from her work as a Director and Producer, Amelia embraced th…

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206 - Breadcrumbs with Leigh and Tegan Crymble 48:47

4M ago48:47

48:47

Today on the podcast Tony and Tahli sit down with Leigh and Tegan Crymble, the sisters behind South African based Behavioural Linguistics company, Breadcrumbs. The duo lead communications transformation by combining sociolinguistics, behavioural science and data insights to help drive personal and persuasive communication and build content that nud…

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205 - Ignite with Ernesto Sirolli 47:54

4M ago47:54

47:54

In this inspiring episode, Tony sits down with Dr. Ernesto Sirolli, a renowned expert in the field of economic development and the founder of the Sirolli Institute. Dr. Sirolli's journey began in 1971 when he ventured into the realm of International Aid in Africa. Over the years, he has worked across continents, from Australia and New Zealand to Ca…

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204 - Normalising Mental Health Conversations with Narelle Fraser 1:05:52

5M ago1:05:52

1:05:52

In today’s episode of the podcast, Tahli sits down with Narelle Fraser to talk about mental health in the workplace. After an impressive 27-year career with the Victoria Police, specializing in sex offense and child abuse investigations, our guest, Narelle Fraser, found herself at a crossroads. A sudden diagnosis of post-traumatic stress injury for…

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203 - Happiness with Ashish Kothari 41:42

6M ago41:42

41:42

In this weeks episode Tony is joined by Ashish Kothari, Founder & CEO of the Happiness Squad. After spending the first 20 years pursuing Happiness through professional and financial success, working harder than others, exceeding their expectations and trading off self and family, Ashish found himself at the peak of his professional and financial su…

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202 - Making your way with Genevieve Frost 39:47

6M ago39:47

39:47

In this week’s episode, we are joined by Genevieve Frost to discuss what it is like entering the financial advice industry as a female, and some of the shifting trends that we are seeing amongst females when it comes to their personal finances. Gen is currently the senior distribution manager at Netwealth and has had extensive experience in the fin…

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201 - Rethinking Not-for-Profits with Sonia Vignjevic 50:48

6M ago50:48

50:48

In this week's episode, the team is joined by Sonia Vignjevic, the current Victorian State Director and General Manager at Settlement Services International (SSI). Sonia highlights some of the misconceptions around the not-for-profit sector and the belief that frugality equates with morality. We also discussed some of the difficulties faced by the …

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200 - ThatSound Game with Nat & Cam 36:31

7M ago36:31

36:31

In this week's episode, we are joined by our amazing clients, Nat and Cam. We discuss their venture into board games and the development of That Sound Game. That Sound Game was conceived one late night during one of the many lockdowns. It began as cut-up strips of paper in jam jars and has become the fully-fledged party game you will hear about in …

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199 - Digital Solutions with Bill Di Blasio 23:24

7M ago23:24

23:24

Bill Di Blasio is a distinguished digital entrepreneur, known for his expertise in blending creative and technology. He is the mastermind behind 360Activate and 360South, two reputable firms that embody his vision of delivering cutting-edge digital solutions. As the Founder and Managing Director of 360Activate, Bill has steered the firm towards bec…

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198 - Learn, Save and Send with Jonathan Capal 23:52

8M ago23:52

23:52

In this week's episode, Jamie is joined by Jonathan Capal, Founder and Chief of Global Programs at Saver.Global. Jon is a specialist in remittances, cross-border payments, migration, and financial inclusion, with the goal of supporting the positive digital transformation of migrants and their families in the developing world. Throughout his career,…

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197 -A moment in time with Jeremy Bartak 48:52

8M ago48:52

48:52

In this week's episode, Tony is joined by Jeremy Bartak. Jeremy shares his story as a young aspiring hip-hop artist who juggled multiple jobs and fully embraced the hip-hop artist lifestyle. This podcast delves into Jeremy's transformative journey, where he made the decision to turn his life around and prioritise his health. Jeremy is a passionate …

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196 - Unlocking Success in Financial Firms with Wally David 34:26

8M ago34:26

34:26

We are thrilled to introduce Wally David, the Practice Development Manager at Count Financial. Wally's career has been nothing short of impressive. With his extensive knowledge and passion for the financial industry, he has consistently delivered outstanding results. In his role at Count Financial, Wally wears many hats. He's the driving force behi…

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195 - Change with Andrew Butow 34:52

9M ago34:52

34:52

We're excited to introduce our recent guest, Andrew Butow, a change facilitator extraordinaire who's revolutionising the future of work. Andrew specialises in people-centric change for businesses, helping them navigate the ever-shifting terrain of the modern workplace. His background in HR, learning and development, coaching, and change initiatives…

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194 - Humanitarian Aid Work with Yvette Spero 40:59

9M ago40:59

40:59

In this weeks episode, we have the privilege of sitting down with Yvette Spero, a dedicated and compassionate humanitarian aid worker who has devoted her life to making a positive impact on communities around the world. Yvette's inspiring journey takes us through the frontlines of humanitarian work, where she shares her experiences, challenges, and…

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193 - Club of United Business with Daniel Hakim 45:05

10M ago45:05

45:05

In this week's episode, we are joined by Daniel Hakim, founder and CEO of Australia’s fastest-growing community of accomplished entrepreneurs. Club of United Business (CUB) is more than a network, it's a business family. Daniel believes in the power of entrepreneurs and their ability to impact the world positively. Daniel discusses his upbringing a…

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How to Grow with Grief after Losing Someone we Love | Katrina Weller | Ep 41 43:16

10M ago43:16

43:16

On this episode, I have special guest (and my ace coaching client!), Katrina Weller - a Grief & Loss Specialist, Speaker and the founder of the Grow with Grief hub. We discussed our experiences with grief and loss, reflecting on the impact it has had on our lives and relationships. We share the duality of emotions, the ongoing waves of grief, and t…

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192 - Humanising Technology with Jordan Papadopoulos 37:25

10M ago37:25

37:25

In this week's episode we are joined by Jordan Papadopoulos, Chief Commercial Officer at Otto IT. Jordan talks about his journey from seeing his Father drive in business to pursuing a career in financial services. We discussed the moment in time when he pivoted toward the technology sector and how he is now leading an amazing team that is committed…

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191 - Drive with Wayne Walsh 39:42

10M ago39:42

39:42

In this week's episode, Wayne Walsh joins us from Premiair Group. Premiair Group is a leading provider of commercial air conditioning and mechanical applications to the domestic, industrial, and commercial sectors. Established in 2000, they specialise in industrial and commercial installation and maintenance of air conditioning, refrigeration, and …

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190 - Journalism with Mark Fuller 49:13

11M ago49:13

49:13

In this weeks podcast we have the privilege of hosting a distinguished guest, Mark Fuller, the Senior Editor of the renowned publication, The Age. Mark is a veteran journalist with an unparalleled passion for uncovering the truth and shedding light on pressing issues shaping our world. With decades of experience in the field, Mark has established h…

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189 - Private Equity with Peter Scrine 37:21

11M ago37:21

37:21

Today's guest is Peter Scrine. Peter is the Business Development Director at Crescent Capital, a prominent Australian private equity firm. With over 15 years of experience at Crescent Capital, Peter has been instrumental in driving the firm's growth and success. He has actively participated in five fundraises and has been involved in multiple inves…

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188 - Mirrored Horizons with Julia Strangio-McRae 1:00:44

11M ago1:00:44

1:00:44

This week's guest is Julia Strangio-McRae, a Co-Founder of Mirrored Horizons. Alongside her partner, Emmaline, Julia recognised a missing element in the lives of businesses and individuals—a crucial ability to step back and gain a deep understanding of their core identity. Julia understands that in order to thrive, both businesses and individuals m…

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The Power of Identity and the Difference between Branding and Marketing to Stand out from the Crowd | Matt Purcell | Ep 40 54:58

11M ago54:58

54:58

Matthew John Kyoo Purcell (known professionally as Matt Purcell), is a South Korean-born Australian entrepreneur. Matt Purcell is Australia's leading personal branding expert and the founder of Australia's only verbal self-defence program, Kung Fu. Matt is on a mission to help doers think and thinkers do. I was lucky enough to sit and have a chat w…

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187 - Skills for Life with Dr Lillian Nejad 52:55

12M ago52:55

52:55

In this episode, we have the honor of hosting Dr. Lillian Nejad, a highly experienced clinical psychologist and author passionate about improving mental health and well-being. With a career spanning 25 years, Dr. Lillian Nejad has worked in various settings, including public mental health services, universities, private practice, and community and …

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186 - The Leading Edge with Ana Reed 53:34

12M ago53:34

53:34

Join us as we dive into the minds of trailblazers, innovators, and visionaries who are pushing the boundaries of leadership. In this episode, we feature Ana Reed, a CEO, executive advisor, and award-winning entrepreneur. Uncover Ana's remarkable journey—from a multicultural Australian upbringing to working with top CEOs across six continents. Explo…

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I had a $45 million dollar company in Triangl swimwear and can say, "Money Doesn't Buy Happiness" | Erin Deering | Ep 39 59:46

12M ago59:46

59:46

Erin Deering was looking for a bikini to wear on the beach on a second date with her now ex-partner. Craig Ellis, but couldn’t find anything under $100 that didn’t have Hawaain flowers on it. It was either Zimmerman or Billabong back then with no in-between price tag available for women. Little did she know, she would go on to start a multimillion-…

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185 - Standing Up with Jaynaya Winmar 52:05

12M ago52:05

52:05

In this week's podcast Jamie and Tony sit down with Jaynaya Winmar. Jaynaya is proud Noongar/Balladong woman from Quairading in the wheatbelt region of Western Australia. She is an esteemed advocate and changemaker who has dedicated her life to fighting for justice, sustainability, and the rights of indigenous communities. Hailing from a background…

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Loving the Skin You're In and Taking Up Space | Natasha Heal | Ep 38 42:47

1y ago42:47

42:47

A champion for diversity and loving the skin you’re in; Natasha Heal has taken her every experience in life and turned each into a means of growth, acceptance and self love. With a unique ability to recognise the beauty in all things and people, as well as taking hard lessons in her stride, Natasha is an advocate for alopecia awareness, an internat…

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184 - Tough Love with Peter Lyndon-James 54:15

1y ago54:15

54:15

We had the incredible opportunity to host Peter Lyndon-James on our podcast for an honest and heartfelt conversation. Peter shares his journey from a troubled childhood to founding Shalom House, a highly respected non-profit organization in Western Australia. Accredited against the Alcohol and Other Drug Human Services Standard, Shalom House provid…

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183 - AI-powered automation with Dan Pace and Sri Bhargav 38:05

1y ago38:05

38:05

In this weeks podcast Tony & Vaughan are joined by the team at provenioai. With a keen eye for innovation and modernisation, provenioai wanted to venture into something new and unique, which led them to conceptualise an AI-powered automation platform that could be used to help modernise the workplace and free people of outdated manual processes. In…

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Failure is Guaranteed on the Path to Success... How to become a Creative Entrepreneur | Carly Söderström | Ep 37 47:57

1y ago47:57

47:57

Welcome back guys! Today I am joined by entrepreneur, photographer, designer, mentor, former cross-fit enthusiast, former controversial public figure in the media, the author of ‘6-figure creative’ but most importantly, down to earth legend whom I have only until recently had the privilege to call a friend, Carly Söderström. Carly is a straight sho…

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182 - Artificial Intelligence with Mark Metzeling 38:03

1y ago38:03

38:03

Tony and Vaughan are joined by leading Australian intellectual property lawyer, and AI expert Mark Metzeling. The benefits and costs of AI are discussed, including how AI should be embraced in schools and universities. Mark explains how the fast development of technology is a tool to enhance the lives of educators and businesses, and the early adop…

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20 years of friendship: From drinking and partying to health and wellness; from uncertainty to starting a business | Jess Jackson | Ep 36 46:59

1y ago46:59

46:59

Today's wholesome chat is with my high school friend, Jess Jackson (IG: @jessinbondi who I went to Mordialloc College with between 2003-2008! Jess is the founder of health and wellness brand, Australian Made Bio Cellulose Sheet Masks, @goodlivingonly_. She is also a certified meditation teacher who aims to share content to inspire not tire so you'r…

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181 - Economies with Dr Peter Mavromatis 49:07

1y ago49:07

49:07

Tony is joined by Kofkin Bond & Co's Investment Committee economist Dr Peter Mavromatis. An investment professional with over 20 years of experience across the financial market spectrum, Mav holds a Doctor of Philosophy, a Bachelor of Commerce with Honours and a Master of Economics with Honours. He also holds a number of industry-level qualificatio…

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How we met, how we grow, and how we compliment each other. What works for us! | Jordan Consoli | Ep 35 49:55

1y ago49:55

49:55

How important is it to have a loving and supportive partner? For me, it is the MOST important aspect to ensure I maintain wellness, peak performance and dedication to building my life, my career and my health. It's all very much dedicated to this man here I share the mic with today... my partner, Jordan Consoli! To everyone that has been with me th…

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Get to know me through my housemate! Identity, Relationships & Freelancing | Beza Mickan-White | Ep 34 45:11

1y ago45:11

45:11

We are diving in deep here bringing my housemate into the mix! It's been a year of living with Jordan and Beza in my life so what better way to get to know me further and deeper than having her on the show! Beza is an incredible media personality, MC, host and fashion model. She is a freelancer in the creative community and really helps us all give…

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The Return Show! The Power of Discipline and Consistency in Building Successful Habits | Mel Yu | Ep 33 12:40

1y ago12:40

12:40

Helloooooo world! I am back after a year and a half from this podcast, The Authentic Me! Life's been busy and when we don't remain consistent and disciplined, things fall off the band wagon... so vola! Nevertheless, I am keen to put energy back into this show to bring you insightful and authentic stories and ideas. This week, I touch on both discip…

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180 - It’s all about the experience with Ticketblaster 32:38

1y ago32:38

32:38

Jamie and Tony sit down with Rob Revis, Managing Director, and Josh Little, Marketing Director, from Ticketblaster. Ticketblaster provides premium access to sporting events, concerts and live shows around Australia and globally. Ticketblaster are a valued charity partner of Kofkin Bond & Co's charitable giving program.…

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179 - Blockchain & Web 3.0 with Ty Grupel 29:49

1y ago29:49

29:49

Blockchain and Web 3.0 have been hot topics in the technology industry for a few years now, but many people are still unsure about what they are and how they work. In this podcast, we will explore the ins and outs of these technologies with Ty Grupel, an expert in Blockchain and Web 3.0. Ty Grupel is a blockchain and cryptocurrency consultant with …

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178 - Moving forward 14:23

1y ago14:23

14:23

Jamie & Tony bring some exciting news to the podcast. They discuss how they will be developing content moving forward and some of the amazing guests that they are about to host. Stay tuned!By kofkinbond

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