How do you keep calm when everything is falling around you? What does it mean to be strategic in sport?I speak with Michael Bevan, one of the worlds greatest one day batsman about his journey, mindset and his views on mentorship.www.battingm

Episode #19 -Guy Sebastian | Innate Talent Vs Hard Work, Evolution Of His Voice, New Album + Family

Nov 18th, 2020 33m 16s

I speak with the legendary Guy Sebastian about his new album, his voice and his many years of success in a very tough industry. www.guysebastian.comwww.mentoredmedia.comwww.mattpurcell.com

Episode #18 -Sabri Suby | Digital Marketing, Relationship With Money, Being A Dad And Owning Businesses

May 5th, 2020 50m 21s

I speak with Sabri Suby who is the founder of one of Australia's fasting growing agencies (King Kong)We speak a lot about what digital marketing is, what it isnt, how people tend to get hung up on the topic of money and having two young kids a

Episode #17 -Lisa Messenger | Mindset for Covid-19, Business Opportunities, Gamifcation

Apr 13th, 2020 52m 37s

I speak to Australian entrepreneur and CEO of the Collective Hub Lisa Messenger. This was a great conversation about how we need to adapt, be honest and strategic throughout this strange Covid-19 period.About LisaLisa Messenger is the vibran

Episode #16 -Dr Suzy Green | Mental Health During Covid-19, How To Beat Cabin Fever, What Does Science Say About Positivity?

Apr 5th, 2020 36m 33s

Welcome to season 3! We are currently in shut down in Australia and we are adjusting to the changes. restrictions and new ways of living.This is the perfect time to talk about mental health and I sat down with Australian leading expert in pos

Episode #15 - Pete Evans | Mainstream Media, What It Means To Be Human, Health

Dec 10th, 2019 38m 9s

Pete Evans is an internationally renowned chef, restaurateur, entrepreneur, key note speaker, author, television presenter and documentary producer. His passion for food and a healthy lifestyle inspires individuals and families around the world

Episode #14 - Chief Brabon |Personal Trainer To The Stars, Fitness, Relationship To Food, Mindset

Nov 27th, 2019 52m 42s

I sat with good from Chief Brabon.Long considered the pioneer of bootcamp fitness training in Australia, Chief has been at the forefront of high-intensity results based training for close to 25yrs. While spending a short time in the Royal Aus

Episode #13 - Why Happiness Matters In The Workplace w/Dr Suzy Green + CEO Of Starlight Foundation Louise Baxter

Nov 12th, 2019 42m 1s

If a positive workplace culture is important to you and your role within your organisation, then this is the episode for you. I recently hosted a webinar with two of Australia's top experts in positive psychology Dr Suzy Green and CEO of The St

Episode #12 - DJ Tigerlily | Veganism, Religion, Lifestyle & Social Media

Oct 29th, 2019 52m 53s

In this episode I caught up with good friend Dara Hayes (DJ Tigerlily) at her place in Sydney and we discussed some great topics including her vegan journey, social media, religion and much more. She's an incredible person and there is so muc

Episode #11 - Chris Green |T20 Cricket, Mental Health, Accountability.

Jul 28th, 2019 48m 44s

Matt sits down with T20 Sydney Thunder Star all rounder Chris Green who is an ambassador for RUOK?, Ronald Mcdonald's Children's House and is passionate about Mental Health.

Episode #10 - Michael Lane | Leadership, Evolution Of Power, Live Events & Education

Apr 10th, 2019 53m 32s

Matt interviewed Success Resource Australia's director, Michael Lane. They bring out some of the worlds best self educators such as Tony Robbin, Gary Vee and more.@itsmichaellanehttps://success-resources.com.au/

Episode #9 - Gabe Robinson | Celebrity Stylist, Hard Work, Business Minded, Entrepreneurship

Mar 13th, 2019 58m 32s

Matt joins Gabe Robinson, director of the Hunter Institute Of Fashion and head stylist for The Voice, X-Factor and celebrities. Matt digs into Gabes story, what makes him tick, what Gabes idea of fashion and style is and much much more.http:/

Episode #8 - Dave Rubin | Political Correctness, Offence, Jordan Peterson, Disagreeing Without Disrespect

Feb 20th, 2019 21m 18s

Matt Purcell interviews USA political celebrity Dave Rubin during Jordan Petersons tour in Australia.DAVE RUBINhttps://daverubin.com/Dave's journey from a left leaning progressive to a free thinking classical liberal has been quite an adv

#7 Sam Evans | Content Creation, Raising Your Standards, Tech & R U OK?

Feb 7th, 2019 1h 4m

Matt Purcell speaks with Sam Evans (@samevanslife) about creating films, content, gear and mental health. Sam Evans is one of the word's finest young content creators and works with Qantas, Audi, Samsung, Go Pro and more.Check out his stuff ww

#6 Janine Allis | Boost Juice Australia, No Excuses,$20 To $2 Billion

Dec 5th, 2018 37m 52s

Janine Allis joins Matt Purcell on the last episode for 2018 and discusses her rise from single parenthood to multi million dollar success. Her story is inspiration and her ambition and drive is something to model from. About JanineBRW named

#5 Liv Phyland | Television, Mentoring Teenage Girls, Judgement, Confidence.

Nov 14th, 2018 51m 32s

My next guest on The Examined Life is tv presenter, qualified wellness coach and teenage girls role model Liv Phyland. We had a deep and fun chat about her work, the judgement that is in our culture, over coming challenges and much more.About

#4 Dami Im | Music, Touring, Beliefs, Comparison, Discipline.

Oct 22nd, 2018 27m 30s

Matt Purcell spoke with Australian music artist Dami Im on The Examined Life Podcast which they discussed her music, story and beliefs.Support Dami on her tourhttp://www.damiim.com/tour/About DamiIn 2013 Dami Im arrived, seemingly out o

#3 Pete Evans | Tall Poppy Syndrome, Identity, Comparison, Career Choice.

Oct 3rd, 2018 46m 57s

Matt Purcell spoke with celebrity chef Pete Evans on The Examined Life Podcast which they discussed about culture, his rise to fame, authentic self and lots more.BioPete Evans is an internationally renowned and household chef, restaurateur,

#2 Osher Günsberg | Mental Illness, Medication, Purpose, Health.

Sep 19th, 2018 49m

We have an authentic discussion about Oshers new book "Back After The Break" which dives heavily into his battle with mental illness. Our conversion is real and honest and we cover lots of topics including mental illness, anxiety, depression, o

#1 Mark Bouris | Mentorship, Struggle, Social Media, 21st Century Entrepreneurship

Sep 5th, 2018 36m 36s

My first guest on "The Examined Life" podcast is "The Mentor Himself" - Mark Bouris. Mark Bouris is one of Australia's most successful and respectful businessmen. ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ Mark has established a successful career from building

Dr Suzy Green - Positive Psychology

Jun 2nd, 2018 39m 49s

We had the amazing privilege to speak with one of our nations leading voices in positive psychology, Dr Suzy Green.We discuss what positive psychology is and how it improves our mental health. We talk about how to stop negatively comparing ou

Jack Delosa - What Is An Entrepreneur? School Advice, Building Character & More

Apr 21st, 2018 26m 18s

Matt interviews successful Australian Entrepreneur Jack Delosa - Millionaire, CEO, Speaker and investor. In the interview, Matt and Jack discuss what an entrepreneur is, advice for students and youth and much much more.https://www.jackdelos

Season 5 // Final Episode Of 2017 // Not Being Held To The Past

Dec 12th, 2017 33m 46s

In this last episode of 2017, we discuss how sometime's people can remind us of the bad choices we made.Thanks so much for listening to our podcast this year!

Season 5 // Episode 4 // Everybody Has A Story

Nov 22nd, 2017 33m 47s

Everybody has a story. Year 7 students open up about some of their stories and problems they have faced so far.

Season 5 Episode // 3 Drugs

Nov 13th, 2017 29m 26s

In this episode we talk to year 7 students about if they have witnessed and participated in taking drugs. Students open up about when and how they first got them and we hear their views on the subject.