Search

These are inspiring stories of ordinary people doing extraordinary stuff...

Listen Now


Don't miss a new episode!

Subscribe below and we'll email you when a new episode drops.

Latest episodes

View all

Instagram feed @thedolanders

Whilst you're waiting for the new episode to drop on Monday, check out Tim Washington - Episode 12. Tim Washington’s story is unlike any other. He had an unconventional childhood, where his Mum came to Australia in search of a better life for the family – leaving a four-year old Tim with his grandparents for 4 years. This episode is a story of sacrifice, ambition and, ultimately, clarity on what a talented man (surrounded by incredible women) could do with his life. Hear how the CEO and Founder of Electric Vehicle infrastructure charging company – JetCharge – found his way from China, to corporate lawyer to developing a bold vision that by 2025, people will no longer have to spend money on fuel. Tim is an elite Do-er and we’re sure you’ll be inspired by his story. @jetcharge @chargefox JET Charge Chargefox #ev #electricvehicles
TDL Time Warp! We've got a stack of new episodes coming your way, but in the meantime checkout this episode... Episode 29 features the amazing A/Prof Andrew Weickhardt: leading oncologist using cutting edge science and technology to improve the lives of cancer patients. A patient once said this of Andrew Weickhardt: "I’m sitting on the wings of angels in a never ending circle of bliss and joy. And it’s all due to you and your spicy, clever and frightfully brilliant ways. You’re the man, the dude, the chic researcher and clinician in your crisp grey suit. I love you and what you have done and do." Andrew has an unquenchable thirst for knowledge, he is a teacher, a leader in his field and he leads with aplomb, he is a creator of hope and a mender of many. Andrew’s work is inspired by his patients and the tireless team around him. Andrew’s doing will inspire you. Available now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. . . . . #cancer @ [1609218605971506:274:Olivia Newton-John Cancer Research Institute] #science
TDL Time Warp! We've got a stack of new episodes coming your way, but in the meantime checkout this episode... Episode 30 features Nyadol Nyuon. Nyadol has constructed her whole identity around being strong. She had to. Nyadol was born in a refugee camp in Ethiopia, at the tender age of 4 she was separated from her mother. As a child she was enveloped in an environment full of fear, abuse and trauma. But fear, pain and loss are not Nyadol’s whole story. Since arriving in Australia at the age of 18 Nyadol has been sprinting towards what she is passionate about. She is a lawyer, a writer, a leader and she fights for what’s right, what’s just and what’s true. And today she is walking alongside the discovery that it’s not what you do that is the most important, it’s who you are that matters most. Available now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. https://thedolanders.com/nyadol-nyuon-a-story-of-survival-strength-and-discovery-episode-30/
Whilst you wait for the next episode to drop on Monday, check out Dave Harris - Episode 14. Dave Harris is at the top of his game. With beginnings in a small country town just outside of Bonnie Doon, Dave’s passion for sport as a youngster has fuelled his pursuit of a career in and around sports. In this episode you will hear how Dave’s entrepreneurial flare, make it happen mindset, thirst for knowledge and silky skills see him doing some amazing things in the sports scene across the globe. From travelling the world as physio to the Sri Lankan Cricket team and Fulham Football Club Dave recognised that things could be done better when it came to the sports business side of things. This Oxford scholar and Boston Consulting Group trained doer “got what he needed”, to get where he wanted to go. At Uni Dave created a play by email computer game that he developed, marketed and sold. 20 years later Dave is at the heart of the world wide phenomenon that is eSports. Whether you are a n00b to eSports or just need some insight into high performance, Dave’s doing is a must listen! #esports @harry_wow
From the archives it's Nicki Greenberg who gave up corporate law to become a Children’s author and illustrator. Nicki truly is passionate about her doing and we love her take on how she has spent her career working at the limitations of her capability. Forever learning and growing. https://thedolanders.com/nicki-greenberg-gave-up-corporate-law-to-become-a-childrens-author-and-illustrator-episode-15/
From the archives is Ameet Bains: CEO of the Western Bulldogs AFL Club. Ameet Bains: an astute businessman, loyal, hard working and a creator of connected communities and high performance teams. A leader for today. https://thedolanders.com/ameet-bains-ceo-of-the-western-bulldogs-afl-club-episode-16/
TDL Time Warp! We've got a stack of new episodes coming your way, but in the meantime checkout this episode... Episode 31 features Climate Change Pioneer Lesley Hughes! Lesley is a climate scientist and describes herself as an explorer. She has spent all of her life in search of the answers to how do humans, plants and animals thrive in our environment together. There wouldn’t be many people across the globe that know more about climate change science than Lesley. For the last 25 years she had dedicated her life to finding the answers to how do we create a sustainable environment on our planet. Available now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. #climatechange #pioneer #ClimateAction #explorer
From The Do Landers archives we bring you Steve Walsh: from the Tote hotel to Chair of Maurice Blackburn Lawyers. For any leader or prospective leader, this one’s a must listen. Some advice from Steve…”Whatever you are given. Do it well”. https://thedolanders.com/steve-walsh-former-chair-of-maurice-blackburn-episode-17/
TDL Time Warp! We've got a stack of new episodes coming your way, but in the meantime checkout this episode... Episode 33 features Marcus Godinho - who rescues surplus food to feed those in need. Marcus is the CEO of FareShare. Over the last 14 years he has created a community of individuals, volunteers and businesses who come together to rescue surplus food, cook it into delicious and nutritious meals and feed people that have fallen on hard times. In this week's episode you will hear how Marcus decided to jump off the straight line of his career trajectory in accounting and finance to follow his passions in sustainability, community and creativity. From the humble beginnings of working out of his bedroom, Marcus has grown and harnessed the power of the FareShare community who today produce 140,000 meals a week to feed those in need. Dig into this one, it will fill you up! @ [59999486407:274:FareShare] @fareshare #foodie #foodlover #charity
TDL Time Warp! We've got a stack of new episodes coming your way, but in the meantime checkout this episode... Episode 34 features Roller Derby World Champion Lauren Foote... yep, you read that right. In this episode of The Do Landers you will hear how Lauren has championed gender equity in sport from an early age and how she has become a leader in a community that celebrates diversity, and making the most of your own unique strengths. Today she is a “change our game” ambassador and works hard at Proud to Play to increase LGBTI+ engagement in sport and exercise. As Lauren says, ‘it costs a lot of energy to make change” but when you are passionate about what you Do the effort is worth every cent. Get your skates on, this one will fill you with joy! Available now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. @laurenfoote66 #rollerderby @victorianrollerderbyleague @rollerderby @rollerderbyau @rollerderbynews @rollerderbyworldcup #rollerderbyworldcup #rollerderbygirl #rollerderbylife
From the archives - check out Jordaine Chattaway in Ep25. Mental health battles are all too often held in private. Some people seek help but very few willingly tell the world the details of their mental demons. That's exactly what Jordaine Chattaway did. Doing life can be challenging at times for all of us. The pressures of school and Uni, getting our heads around teenagering. What am I going to do with my life? Bringing our best to relationships be it a daughter, son, sister, wife, husband, friend or parent. And then there is the juggle….kids, partner, parents, friends, career, everybody else and then you. Well imagine doing all of that with a monster strapped to your back. And that monster’s name is OCD. In this episode Jordaine Chattaway shares with us what it’s like when you carry that monster with you through life. You will hear how she looked the OCD monster directly in the eyes and said “this is bigger than you” and continued on her way to creating an amazing career, a beautiful family and a life worth celebrating. Available now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your awesome podcasts. . . . . . . @jordaine.chattaway @madeofmillions #mentalhealth #wellness #courage @colloed #OCD #obsessivecompulsivedisorder
Whilst you wait for the next episode to drop, check out Jacquie Koschitzke, founder of Meraki Produce who joined us for Episode 21. What do you do when you realise what you are doing on a day to day basis isn’t making you happy? Well, you compile a list of all of the things that inspire you and do make you happy, find the common themes and then create a business and a life centred around those things. That’s how Meraki Produce was born. In this episode you hear how Jacquie Koschitske gets her John Travolta strut on as she resigns from her safe and secure job as a teacher to pursue her purpose and passion: Food. Bon appétit. https://thedolanders.com/jacquie-koschitske-found-her-passion-after-hitting-rock-bottom-episode-21/ @merakiproduce @jacquiekoschitzke

Menu

Subscribe

Recent posts