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Ever worked in hospitality and felt like you were stuck in a never-ending episode of Groundhog Day? SAME. In this episode, I take you behind the scenes of my chaotic (and hilarious) time working in restaurants and bars — where boredom inspired absolute madness.

I’m spilling the tea on how I would spice up the endless shift grind by putting on completely random accents and convincing tables I was from far-off exotic lands (spoiler: it got weird).

I’ll also share the wild tactics we used to get stubborn customers OUT of the restaurant after closing time — no shame, no rules, just pure survival mode.

And to top it off, hear the true story of how some drunk, pretty girls were bullying an awkward guy at the bar… and how we decided to flip the script and turn him into the star of the night.

It’s messy, it’s chaotic, it’s hospitality life at its unhinged best. Let’s get into it!

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Ever been to a comedy night that felt like a fever dream? I did — inside a casino, no less. This week, I’m dishing all the chaotic, hilarious details about my trip to a stand-up show at Star City Casino on the Gold Coast — a venue that looks like a sci-fi church designed by someone mid-mushroom trip.

The comedians? Genuinely brilliant. The audience? A glorious mess of tipsy tourists, freebie-chasing locals, and people who may have taken a wrong turn on the way to the pokies. It’s like a comedy club met a reality show and no one told the crowd.

Why is the weirdest audience also the best audience? Is free stand-up a magnet for beautiful oddballs? Tune in and find out why this bizarre night might just be every comedian’s wildest dream (or mildest nightmare).

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This week, I’m reaching into the archives — like way back — to share something that means a lot to me. 8 years ago, I made a short film. I was fresh into the acting world, full of hope, nerves, and a deep sense of “who even am I?”

As a young Aussie actor, I quickly discovered that being born here didn’t always mean I “looked” the part. I wasn’t the stereotypical blonde-haired, blue-eyed beach boy — and that reality hit hard when I kept getting rejected for roles that supposedly represented the very country I grew up in. Ooft. That’ll shake the ol’ identity tree.

This short film was born out of that confusion, frustration, and (let’s be honest) a good splash of imposter syndrome. I thought I was the only one feeling this way. Turns out? Nope. A whole lot of us are on this emotional rollercoaster — questioning our worth, our place, and whether we belong in an industry that often forgets to tell us: “Hey, you’re enough.”

So, in this episode, I’m sharing the words I wish I heard back then. The ones I needed. The ones that still hit me in the heart today. This is for any actor out there feeling lost, doubtful, or like they’re the only one struggling — I promise you, you’re not alone.

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Why haven’t we found aliens yet? Like, seriously—where is everyone?

In this episode, I dive into the Fermi Paradox, which is basically a fancy way of asking: If the universe is so big and full of stars, why does it feel like we’re the only ones home? I break it down in the simplest way possible—no science degree required.

Whether you’re an alien enthusiast, a deep thinker, or just curious about our place in the universe, this episode will leave you with more questions, a few theories, and a brain slightly more stretched than when you started.

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So there I was, minding my own business in the gym sauna, when in walks a man who looked exactly like Daniel Craig. The piercing blue eyes. The chiseled jaw. The undeniable aura of someone who’s either saved the world or at least ordered a very specific martini. But when I casually asked, “Are you…?”, he hit me with some Oscar-worthy improv: “Oh no, I’m just a professional poker player.” Mate… that’s literally too close to Casino Royale!

Was he undercover? Was this a rogue MI6 mission? Or was Daniel Craig just having a bit of sauna banter with me? Either way, I choose to believe I had a steamy run-in with Bond himself.

But beyond my brush with espionage, this episode is also for you if you love striking up random, unexpected conversations with strangers. I’m sharing my top tips on where to go if you’re looking for spontaneous, hilarious, or downright bizarre chats with interesting people.

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Welcome to this week’s off-the-wall episode, where we dive into one of Sydney’s most infamous and utterly baffling cases. First, we revisit the legendary scandal when a mystery culprit turned a customer’s ice cream into an unappetizing surprise—an act of pure mischief that erupted after a family grumbled about the pub’s blaring music and a missed football match on TV.

The plot thickened when, just as the ice cream debacle faded into urban legend, a new wave of shenanigans hit the rental market: random poops in toilets aimed at scaring off potential buyers and renters.

Who is behind these cheeky attacks? Is it the mischievous real estate agent, rebellious tenants, or perhaps a ghostly trickster from beyond the property line? While the identity remains a mystery, one thing’s clear—it’s grossing everyone out and shaking up Sydney’s housing scene in the quirkiest way imaginable. Tune in as we unravel this peculiar puzzle, share outrageous theories, and laugh at the absurdity of it all.

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Last week, I found myself in the middle of a cyclone—in the Gold Coast. Yep, the Gold Coast. A place that doesn’t get cyclones because the ocean is usually too cool. So, what the hell is going on?! Well, my friends, welcome to the reality of global warming.

In this episode, I bring in sustainability expert Dan Leverington to break it all down—no fluff, no jargon, just straight-up answers to the big questions we’re all too afraid to ask (or just don’t understand).

Is global warming actually real, or is it a hoax? If we all do our part but other countries don’t, are we just wasting our time? Is it too late? Are we doomed? (…pls say no.)

This is the sustainability crash course for people like me—who care about the planet but don’t exactly have a PhD in climate science. After this convo, I actually get it. And trust me, if I can, anyone can.

Time to bust some myths, learn a thing or two, and maybe—just maybe—figure out how to not make Earth completely unlivable. Let’s go!

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In this episode, I’m diving into my very first experience with yoga – and let’s just say it didn’t go as planned. No, it wasn’t the usual fears of farting or wardrobe malfunctions, but something even more cringe-worthy! Picture this: me, a yoga newbie, struggling with my bag in the middle of a session, all while my iPhone and Apple’s greediness made things worse. Spoiler alert: from now on, I will forever be known as the “Crazy Bag Man.” Tune in to hear how a simple tech fail turned into my most embarrassing yoga moment ever! You won’t want to miss this one!

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