Noise of Life Podcast

Esther Zeledon on the POWER Framework & Finding Alignment in the Chaos

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What if the metrics you’ve been chasing aren’t the ones that matter?

In this deeply reflective Noise of Life conversation, Steve reconnects with Dr Esther Zeledon - scientist, diplomat, and founder of Be at Change - to explore how we rediscover purpose and power when life takes a different route than planned.

After losing her contracts a...

I am with Dr Rob Williams for one of the most expansive conversations I have had on breath, resilience and what it means to be human in a world that moves faster than we can process. Rob shared his journey from near-death experiences to long distance running to teaching breath mastery and the cold as a teacher, and each moment revealed something powerful about how we reconnect to our bodies.

He walked me through the ways breath sha...

Jade Miller on Creativity, Comparison & Turning Life’s Lemons into Art

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What if the thing you’ve struggled with your whole life is actually the source of your creativity?
In this warm Noise of Life episode, Steve sits down with Jade Miller — artist, author and creative guide — to explore neurodivergence, comparison, overwhelm and how creativity helps us regulate and reconnect.

From a late autism diagnosi...

Matt Formston on Facing Fear, Redefining Limits, & Riding Giants

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What does it feel like to stare down a five-story wave you cannot see? How do you quiet the noise of global doubt telling you "the blind guy is going to die"? In this powerful and condensed episode, Steve delves into the mindset of Matt Formston—world champion adaptive surfer, Paralympian, and Guinness World Record holder.

Matt opens up about the...

Nick Bracks on Identity, Recovery & Taking Responsibility for Your Life

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What do you do when you’ve spent your life living in someone else’s shadow — and finally realise it’s time to step into your own?

In this raw and powerful episode, Steve sits down with Nick Bracks, mental health advocate, speaker, and founder of Move Your Mind, to explore identity, addiction, and the lifelong process of rebuilding from roc...

Join us for a deeply empowering conversation with Sheila Vijeyarasa, spiritual teacher, intuitive coach, and author of Brave: Courageously Live Your Truth. Sheila shares how she broke through self-doubt, emotional trauma, and societal expectations to create a life led by purpose, inner power, and spiritual alignment.

In this episode, Sheila opens up about healing the wounds of the past, building unshakable self-worth, and how vision...

Esther Zeledon on Purpose, Power & Redefining the American Dream

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What happens when you realise the American Dream isn’t your dream?

In this deeply inspiring episode, Steve sits down with Dr Esther Zeledon - scientist, diplomat, coach, author, and founder of Be at Change - to unpack her remarkable journey from chasing external success to creating a life of true alignment, service, and purpose.

Born into an immig...

Join us for a soul-stirring conversation with Damian Chaparro, co-founder of Aro Hā Wellness Retreats, as he shares the story of building one of the world’s most transformative wellness sanctuaries. From the fast-paced world of tech to the stillness of meditation and sustainable retreat design, Damian’s journey is a testament to the power of inner clarity, conscious risk, and deep listening.

In this episode, Damian opens up about th...

Matt Formston on Resilience, Trust, & Surfing Life’s Biggest Waves

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What does it take to ride a four-story wave you can't see? How do you turn a diagnosis of blindness into a world championship mindset? In this profoundly powerful episode, Steve sits down with Matt Formston, a world champion adaptive surfer, Paralympian cyclist, and Guinness World Record holder.

Blind since the age of five, Matt shares his jour...

Join us for an unforgettable conversation with Julian Mather, a former army sniper turned magician, turned successful entrepreneur and keynote speaker. In this raw and captivating episode, Julian shares the story of how he overcame a stutter, self-doubt, and career dead-ends to find clarity, purpose, and the courage to speak on stage with nothing to hide behind.

From failing school to becoming a sought-after global speaker, Julian’s...

Sheila Vijeyarasa on Courage, Alignment & Stepping Through the Fear

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What happens when your life falls apart and that breakdown becomes your greatest breakthrough? In this empowering episode, Steve sits down with Sheila Vijeyarasa, a spiritual teacher, leadership coach, and author of Brave: Courageously Live Your Truth, to explore what it really means to find alignment, rebuild after loss, and live from intuit...

Join us for an inspiring and practical conversation with Dr. Tim Sharp widely known as Dr. Happy as he unpacks the real science of happiness and how we can apply it to our daily lives. As a clinical psychologist, author, and founder of The Happiness Institute, Tim shares decades of research and experience on what truly makes us thrive.

In this episode, you’ll learn why money doesn’t guarantee happiness, how to get a better “return o...

Damian Chaparro on Quieting the Noise & Rediscovering What’s Enough

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What happens when we step away from the chaos of modern life and truly listen to ourselves, to nature, to silence? In this deeply reflective conversation, Steve sits down with Damian Chaparro, visionary co-founder of Aro Hā Wellness Retreat in New Zealand.

Together, they explore how our fast-paced, hyper-connected world is leaving us overstimu...

Join us for an open and deeply important conversation with Emma Atherton, founder of Liberty Women’s Wellness, as she shares her personal journey through perimenopause and the powerful lessons it taught her about health, relationships, and self-advocacy. Emma unpacks the often-unspoken challenges women face during this stage of life and why validating emotions, open communication, and holistic care are critical for both women and t...

Julian Mather on Reinvention, Risk & The Courage to Start AgainEpisode Introduction

What if you’ve already lived several different lives and the best one is still ahead? In this energising conversation, Steve sits down with Julian Mather, a former Army sniper, ABC cameraman, magician, and now global keynote speaker and video confidence coach.

Julian’s story is a masterclass in reinvention. From serving in the military to filming ...

Join us for a powerful conversation with Jay Pottenger as he breaks down the real reasons so many high performers feel exhausted, disconnected, and overwhelmed and what to do about it. As Director of EQ Minds and a leading mental performance coach, Jay shares his science-backed approach to building lasting energy, emotional resilience, and a grounded mindset in today’s demanding world.

In this episode, you’ll uncover why burnout is ...

What does it really mean to live a happy life and why are so many of us chasing it in the wrong way? In this powerful conversation, Steve speaks with Dr. Tim Sharp also known as Dr. Happy the one of Australia’s leading psychologists and founder of The Happiness Institute.

Together, they unpack the myths of happiness, why it’s not about being positive all the time, and the tools and strategies that help us bounce back from life’s cha...

Emma Atherton on Women’s Health, Menopause & Creating Liberty Women’s Wellness

What happens when women feel unheard in their health journey? In this inspiring episode, Steve sits down with Emma Atherton — wife, mother of five, and founder of Liberty Women’s Wellness. Emma opens up about her own struggles with early perimenopause, how being dismissed by doctors led her to create a clinic dedicated to women’s health, and why conve...

Jay Pottenger on Recharging Your Mind & Redefining Success

Why are so many of us more disconnected, depleted, and burned out than ever before? In this episode, Steve sits down with Jay Pottenger — former elite athlete turned corporate leader and now Director at EQ Minds. Together, they dive into the five pillars of performance, how technology is reshaping our attention and relationships, and what leaders, parents, and high perfo...