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Jonah Primo joins the podcast to discuss his work with Sam Harris and the Waking Up app, his journey overcoming chronic pain through mindfulness, and his podcast The Overexamined Life. He also talks about music, creativity, gratitude, and choosing an expansive way of living.

Throughout the episode Jonah reflects on practical meditation tools, the benefits of presence and gratitude, the challenges and joys of a creative career, and ...

This Christmas edition of Friday 50/50 wraps up the year with festive stories, holiday plans and reflections on December’s pressures and pleasures. Tam and Danielle thank the guests Tam has interviewed, celebrate podcast milestones, and share personal anecdotes about parties, family and downtime.

The episode also touches on mental health, reaching out for support during the holidays, and gratitude for the production team and listen...

Tam and Danielle catch up on life changes: a glowing makeup masterclass, plans for a Mediterranean cruise to see the solar eclipse, and moving into a new home. Tam also announces a personal coaching project called “ICU (I See You)” with creative pricing ideas and on-call options.

The episode covers Tam’s recent ADHD diagnosis and early experiences with medication, reflections on embracing impermanence at an upcoming retreat, and th...

In this episode Tam and Danielle explore a private discovery of human design — Tam learning she’s a projector and a 3-5 profile who learns by trial and error and is seen as a problem-solver. That insight sparks a shift from frantic striving to a calmer practice of responding to opportunities.

We also hear a breakthrough moment on stage with children’s improv, a hospital/appendix experience that highlights gratitude, and reflections...

Coach Usha Raman shares stories from her travels (including a serene tea ceremony at Koyasan) and practical ways busy people can anchor calm through meditation and simple daily rituals.

She explains core coaching tools—anchoring, NLP, timeline therapy, language and identity work—and how small, sustainable changes bring lasting balance. Usha also outlines two upcoming events: a March retreat at Premalaya and a May NLP practitioner t...

Tam and Danielle chat candidly about aging with pride, resilience and the funny realities of medical mishaps, sharing stories about family, reinvention and the idea of "big bloomers"—women who grow more vibrant with time.

They also dive into the writing life: a whirlwind 70,000-word draft, publisher meetings, and the emotional work of releasing the need for external validation, culminating in a small personal breakthrough around je...

Andy Cooke, Tam’s husband and business partner joins Tam to share his personal experience being diagnosed with attention-deficit disorder, the doubts and resistance around medication, and how a low dose of dexamphetamine changed his ability to act.

They explore time blindness, shame, the tension between therapy and medication, and practical strategies—like tiny daily habits and “input not output”—that helped turn intention into act...

Tam and guest Friday 50/50 host, Andy Cooke, engage in a candid, humorous conversation about authenticity, vulnerability, and the fear of putting yourself out as an expert.

They touch on Elizabeth Gilbert, parasocial relationships, public speaking, preparation versus improvisation, and how personal growth comes from honest storytelling.

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Tam speaks to leadership-minded teenagers and shares funny behind-the-scenes moments from a quiz, DISC profile and Q&A with students.

She describes coaching breakthroughs that led to daily walks, a values revelation about expression and a renewed, scared-but-curious pull toward public speaking, while juggling a tight book deadline and planning live events.

The episode also explores managing the ‘monkey mind’—using acceptance, m...

In this episode the hosts honour poet Andrea Gibson by reading "Love Letter from the Afterlife" and reflect on grief, death awareness, and how those experiences can bring comfort. They share personal stories about loss and the ways memory and presence shape how we live.

The conversation shifts to acceptance commitment therapy and practical emotional work—learning to name fear beneath jealousy, welcome difficult feelings, and use pr...

Carlii Lyon joins Tamara to discuss her journey from PR and representing major figures to building a brand rooted in wellness, authenticity, and purpose. She shares lessons on courage, intentional authenticity, making space for serendipity, and balancing motherhood with career reinvention.

They explore practical steps for becoming more visible, the importance of body-mind awareness, and why human connection and heart-led leadership...

In this episode Tam shares a deeply personal week of breakthroughs: confronting jealousy, using meditation to turn fear into genuine joy for a friend's success, and reconnecting through honest gratitude. She reflects on parenting, vulnerability, and the power of viewing setbacks as "progress steps" rather than mistakes.

Tam also talks about practical wins — finishing book chapters, booking pitch slots at a fiction festival, and bra...

Part 2 continues a candid conversation with Martin Dougiamas and Usha Raman, about relationships, marriage and moving from Singapore to Australia, exploring how background shapes gratitude and life choices.

Tam and Usha discuss practices like daily gratitude, loving-kindness meditation, and the power of attention to deepen connection and wellbeing. They also discuss psychometric insights for leadership and team dynamics and practic...

Join us on Tam's 50-50 podcast as we dive into an inspiring conversation with Martin Dougiamas, founder of Moodle and head of research, and his wife Usha Raman, a life coach specialising in mindfulness and emotional intelligence. In part one of this two part interview, Martin shares his journey from creating the globally acclaimed educational platform Moodle to exploring the future of AI in education, and how his path was fuelled b...

In this episode, we dive into the theme of impatience and the struggle to find peace in the unknown. Inspired by Carlii Lyon's reflections on impatience and progress, we explore how judgments of movement can differ from reality and the importance of trusting the timing of life events. Join us as we discuss the challenges of authentic expression, overcoming resistance, and the courage needed to walk a path that isn't yet visible.

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Join us in this engaging conversation with Michelle Cowan, the head of AFLW at West Coast Eagles. In this episode, Michelle shares her inspiring journey from being a sports-loving kid in Cambelda to leading one of the most dynamic teams in AFLW. Hear about her passion for coaching, the evolution of women's football, and the impactful moments that shaped her leadership style.

Michelle also dives into the importance of authenticity, ...

In this insightful episode, we delve into the nuances of defining personal success and the journey of self-discovery. The conversation kicks off with reflections on past career choices, discussing the highs and lows and the importance of aligning ambition with genuine passion. We explore the challenges of overcoming internal pressure and the significance of choosing the right path, or 'hill,' to climb.

A touching story of a young a...

This episode dives deep into the transformative journey of personal growth and self-discovery. Through engaging conversations, the hosts explore the power of silent retreats and personal revelations, discussing how these experiences shape one's decisions and actions moving forward.

Listeners will hear about the importance of continuous learning and evolving, as well as the challenges and rewards that come with facing one's own patt...

In this episode, join us as we navigate through life's unexpected pauses and rediscover the beauty of nature during a scenic road trip to Shark Bay. The discussion begins with an amusing account of shared colds and illnesses, underlining the irony of flu shots and infections.

On a brighter note, we delve into the excitement of travel and new adventures, as we plan and embark on a trip, appreciating the scenic detours and embracing ...