#139 Justin Coombs, COO at AusHealth on Revolutionising Healthcare Through Innovation
What if the next big medical breakthrough was already sitting in a lab, waiting to be discovered?In this episode of Creating Synergy, we sit down with Justin Coombs, Chief Operating Officer at AusHealth, to dive into the groundbreaking advancements shaping the future of medicine. From life-saving cancer treatments to antibiotic innovations and even the surprising role of platypus venom in diabetes research, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone curious about where healthcare is headed.Why This Episode Will Change How You See Healthcare:▶︎ CAR T Therapy & Cancer Breakthroughs – The game-changing therapy that’s curing leukemia and could replace chemotherapy. ▶︎ Bacteriophages: The Future of Antibiotics? – The virus that kills bacteria without harming humans. ▶︎ Platypus Venom & Diabetes Treatment – A strange discovery that could change diabetes management forever. ▶︎ The Challenges of Innovation – Why Australia struggles with translating research into real-world solutions—and what needs to change.This episode isn’t just for scientists or healthcare professionals—it’s for anyone who wants to understand how biotech is shaping the future of human health and why the most important medical advancements might be closer than we think.🎧 Don’t miss this one—listen now!TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Why Biotech Matters to Everyone02:07 - Biotech vs. Traditional Cancer Treatments06:12 - The Accidental Discovery That Changed Agriculture10:27 - From Scientist to Entrepreneur18:15 - The Life-Saving Power of CAR-T Therapy27:49 - Fighting Sepsis with a Revolutionary Blood Protein41:42 - Platypus Venom and Weight Loss47:29 - Bacteriophage Therapy: A Comeback Story1:06:04 - AI in Healthcare: Smarter Hospitals1:10:52 - The Future of Personalized Cancer TreatmentWhere to find JUSTIN COOMBSLinkedinBOOKS MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE:The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas AdamsJoin the conversation on Synergy IQ on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram (@synergyiq).Access SynergyIQ Website to get to know more about us. #Biotech #FutureOfMedicine #HealthcareInnovation #CancerBreakthroughs #CAR-T #CreatingSynergy #Podcast
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#138 Pauly Vandenbergh, Indigenous and Multicultural Engagement Manager at AFL, on Creating the Third Space and Building Bridges Between Cultures
In this compelling episode of the Creating Synergy Podcast, we sit down with Pauly Vandenbergh, Indigenous and Multicultural Engagement Manager at AFL and Co-founder of Munda Wines to explore the transformative concept of the "Third Space." Pauly shares powerful insights about bridging the cultural divide between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians, fostering mutual understanding, and the role of education in creating meaningful change. This is more than a conversation; it’s a step towards a more inclusive future. 📌 Topics covered: The importance of cultural immersion and awareness Lessons from the failed referendum and its impact How to co-exist while honoring Australia's rich Indigenous heritage 🎧 TUNE IN NOW to hear Pauly’s incredible journey and vision for a better Australia. TIMESTAMP:00:00 - Living in Two Worlds & The Third Space05:59 - The Impact of the Referendum Failure11:05 - Changing the Date of Australia Day14:48 - Systemic Issues & Indigenous Incarceration Rates19:42 - Breaking the Cycle Through Education26:12 - Indigenous Representation in Media & Society33:06 - The Difference Between New Zealand & Australia in Embracing Indigenous Culture45:19 - The Lack of Empathy & Truth-Telling in Australia55:07 - How Non-Indigenous People Can Support Change1:12:26 - The Power of Sport & Role Models for Indigenous Youth1:12:51 - Social Inequalities Explained in a $100 RaceWhere to find PAULY VANDENBERGHLinkedinWEBSITEJoin the conversation on Synergy IQ on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram (@synergyiq).Access SynergyIQ Website to get to know more about us. #CreatingSynergyPodcast #Leadership #CulturalAwareness #Inclusion
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#137 Donny Walford, Founder of Behind Closed Doors on Breaking Barriers: Leadership, Resilience, and Redefining Success
🎙️ What does it take to break through barriers and redefine what’s possible in your career and life?In this empowering episode of the Creating Synergy Podcast, we sit down with Donny Walford, Founder of Behind Closed Doors, a trailblazer in business and a fierce advocate for women in leadership.𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞’𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐤𝐞𝐞𝐩 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐞𝐝: ▶︎ 𝐅𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞 - Twice denied a promotion, Donny turned the tables—and won. Her story will leave you asking: What’s stopping me from taking my shot? ▶︎ 𝐄𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐇𝐨𝐦𝐞 - How Donny’s upbringing shaped her fearless leadership style. ▶︎ 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐍𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 - “It’s not just what you know; it’s who knows you.” Learn how to stand out. ▶︎ 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧, 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬 - How Donny is mentoring the next generation of leaders. "𝘋𝘰𝘯’𝘵 𝘭𝘦𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘣𝘢𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘥𝘴 𝘣𝘦𝘢𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶. 𝘛𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘸𝘢𝘴 𝘮𝘺 𝘮𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘳𝘢, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘐 𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘪𝘵 𝘵𝘰𝘥𝘢𝘺." – Donny WalfordThis episode will make you question your limits and inspire you to step into your full potential.Are you ready to break your own barriers and redefine success?Tune in now!TIMESTAMPS:00:50 - Leadership and Emotional Regulation08:18 - Breaking Gender Norms in Childhood18:43 - Overcoming Workplace Challenges and Winning Promotions28:36 - The Power of Resilience: "Don’t Let the Bastards Beat You"29:58 - Tackling Imposter Syndrome and Backing Yourself46:45 - Networking as a Career Game-Changer47:31 - The Impact of Visibility in Hybrid Work Environments52:06 - Setting KPIs for Networking and Professional Growth59:52 - How Women Can Build Confidence and Seize Opportunities1:09:16 - Raising the Next Generation of LeadersWhere to find DONNY WALFORDLinkedinWEBSITEJoin the conversation on Synergy IQ on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram (@synergyiq).Access SynergyIQ Website to get to know more about us. #CreatingSynergyPodcast #Leadership #Resilience #BreakingBarriers #ListenNow
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#136 Nathan Jones, Co-Founder at Mood.ai on Unlocking Emotional Intelligence: Finding Purpose and Authenticity
What does it really mean to connect with yourself and others on a deeper level? How can understanding your emotions unlock new possibilities in life, leadership, and relationships?In this episode of the Creating Synergy Podcast, we sit down with Nathan Jones, Co-Founder of Mood.ai, TEDx speaker, and pioneering emotional researcher. Nathan shares his remarkable journey of self-discovery and how his experiences shaped his mission to revolutionise emotional intelligence.Here’s why you need to tune in:Hear Nathan’s raw and honest story of growing up chasing approval and finding the courage to embrace his authentic self.Discover how journaling can be a transformative practice for self-awareness and mental clarity.Explore the groundbreaking work of Mood.ai and how it’s redefining how we measure and use emotional data.Gain insights into the emotional spectrum and why understanding your emotions is the key to resilience and meaningful connections.Learn how emotional intelligence can go beyond the workplace and impact every aspect of your life.This episode is packed with science, storytelling, and actionable insights that will challenge you to rethink how you show up in your own life.Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from one of the leading voices in emotional research.👉 Listen now and unlock your potential with Nathan Jones!TIMESTAMP:00:00 - Introduction and Nathan’s journey to finding his purpose04:47 - Defining purpose and the importance of emotional connection08:57 - Growing up chasing approval and discovering self-acceptance21:57 - The transformative power of journaling for self-awareness44:45 - Understanding the emotional spectrum and its role in personal growth45:21 - Measuring and using emotions as data: The Mood.ai story48:02 - What emotional intelligence really means and why it matters57:46 - The link between emotional intelligence and intrinsic motivation1:02:10 - Communication as a key pillar of emotional intelligenceWhere to find NATHAN JONES:LinkedinWEBSITEJoin the conversation on Synergy IQ on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram (@synergyiq).Access SynergyIQ Website to get to know more about us. #CreatingSynergyPodcast #EmotionalIntelligence #Authenticity #NathanJones #MoodAI
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#135 Change Series | Part 3: Kylie Butler on The Game Changers Behind Lasting Change
Change is hard. It’s messy, uncomfortable, and downright complicated. But what if you could turn all that chaos into clarity? In this final part of our Change Series, Kylie Butler is back with something truly special: the Game Changers Program.This isn’t just another take on change management. Kylie reveals a fresh, human-centered approach that digs deep into why people resist change, how to truly engage your team (even the quiet ones), and why disengagement might actually be your biggest untapped resource. 💡 What You’ll Learn (and Love):How to flip resistance into your team’s biggest strength.The simple yet powerful mental model framework that brings clarity to even the messiest changes.Why psychological safety is the secret sauce to real, lasting engagement.How to spot the quiet disengagement that could be holding your team back—and turn it around.Real, practical tips to lead with confidence and empathy, even in chaos.Hit play now and let Kylie inspire you to take a fresh, human approach to change.And if you love what you hear, share this episode with your team, friends, and network.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Introduction to the Change Series and Part 3 with Kylie Butler01:36 - Shifting from the ‘What’ to the ‘How’ of Change03:28 - The Magic of Game Changers08:13 - Why Change is Difficult for Organizations17:38 - The Mental Models Behind Change Resistance29:50 - Visualizing Engagement with the Game Changers Mat41:10 - Transforming Resistance into Opportunity46:20 - Leveraging Game Changers to Empower Teams52:18 - Applying Game Changers to Stakeholder Management56:02 - Final Thoughts and How to Get Started with Game ChangersWhere to find KYLIE BUTLERLinkedinWEBSITEJoin the conversation on Synergy IQ on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram (@synergyiq).Access SynergyIQ Website to get to know more about us. #Leadership #ChangeManagement #SystemsThinking #Neuroscience #Transformation #OrganisationalChange #MentalModels #ChangeLeadership #BusinessStrategy #CreatingSynergyPodcast #KylieButler #ChangeSeries
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