Podcast Episodes

Layne Beachley - Surf’s Up… And Down

Season 6 Episode 59

Today we welcome into the studio 7 time world champion surfer, and all-round legend, Layne Beachley.

Layne, who had the self-described ‘compassion of a tiger shark’ during her competition days, has l…

Published on 1 year ago

Johann Hari - Beware The Thrill of The Magic Pill

Season 6 Episode 58

Johann Hari is a prolific author, deep thinker, and seasoned guest of The Imperfects.

In this episode, Johann takes the guys on a deep dive into the Western food system, and how processed food has co…

Published on 1 year ago

Jim Rogers - A Life Bigger Than Dementia

Season 6 Episode 57

Today we are introducing you to Jim Rogers, who, in amongst a wild and vibrant life, has been diagnosed with younger-onset dementia.

So generous, and such an amazing storyteller, Jim tells us the thr…

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Dr Emily - Resent Less, Live More

Season 6 Episode 56

How long have you been holding on to that grudge? Are you picturing that person or moment right now? Have you ever considered what a step towards forgiveness might look like?

These are BIG questions,…

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Peter Bol - 800m & 3 Free Haircuts

Season 6 Episode 55

You may know Peter Bol as the 800m runner, who came fourth in the 2021 Tokyo Olympics and second in the 2022 Commonwealth Games.

Or, if you’re Hugh, you may have hundreds of photos of Peter training.…

Published on 1 year, 1 month ago

Janelle Booker - Living With ADHD

Season 6 Episode 54

In this long-awaited Academy of Imperfection, we chat to psychologist Janelle Booker, who specialises in ADHD and Highly Sensitive Person trait.

There is SO MUCH to learn (and love) about an ADHD bra…

Published on 1 year, 1 month ago

Ben Shewry - Making It Right (And Delicious)

Season 6 Episode 53

Chef extraordinaire, creative genius and owner of Attica, Ben Shewry is welcomed back to the studio, this time into the Vulnerabilitea House.

In this episode, Ben answers the question, “When was a ti…

Published on 1 year, 1 month ago

What's Your ATAR?

Season 6 Episode 52

It’s tiiimmmmeeee, to get vulnyyyyy (again).

And this time, we’re talking about year 12 exams. With the WHOLE TEAM!

Whether you’ve hid a possum in your cupboard the night before your English exam, or…

Published on 1 year, 1 month ago

Dr Julia Baird - An Awe-full Conversation

Season 6 Episode 51

As an author, journalist and broadcaster, Dr Julia Baird has spent the last decade researching awe, wonder, grace and forgiveness (...and now the title makes sense!).

Finding joy and purpose through …

Published on 1 year, 1 month ago

Jack Post-Natal Depression

Season 6 Episode 50

The birth of a child is completely overwhelming, in every way. What gets you through is your newfound love and connection. Right?

But what happens when your heart doesn’t break open with love? What h…

Published on 1 year, 2 months ago