Episode 44- Claire Ghabrial The Wayne Nicholson Show Claire Ghabrial, a champion boxer with 5 Australian titles, 3 Oceanic titles, and 2 International gold medals, was set to compete in the historic debut of women's boxing at the London Olympics. But a week before the trials, a serious injury changed her path, leading her on a journey far greater t…

Episode 43- Ain Khan The Wayne Nicholson Show Ain Khan, a former Malaysian TV executive, quit her job and sold her property to move to Australia for a PhD. She aims to return with innovative storytelling techniques to establish a school in Malaysia, crafting stories with the young to compete on the global stage. Link to Full Youtube Podcast: https:…

Episode 42- Iryna Yaminska The Wayne Nicholson Show Iryna Yaminska is a filmmaker with a huge passion for culture and going off the beaten track. Iryna’s first adventure came at the early age of 19, hitchhiking 4000km to Iraq. She has traveled solo to 65 countries and recently completed a documentary series on the bizarre culture of Pakistan. Iryna…

Shelley Q is an Australian actress and singer, born and raised on a farm in Narrogin, Australia. An exciting new face to the American film industry, Shelley will be next seen in the title lead role of Karissa in the US feature film 1 Million Followers – a role she landed after responding to a worldwide casting call in 2021. Shelley recently wrapped…

Jermaine D’Vauz is a social media expert and promotes the country’s most popular radio shows in Sydney, Australia. Watch the full show on Youtube: https://youtu.be/7QbRBxjeGns Jermaine D’Vauz Links: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jermainedvauz/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/jermainedvauz Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@jermaine.dvauz Podca…

Mona Afshar was born in Iran and immigrated to Australia in her late 20s. Mona is an Iranian- Australian Actress based in Perth. Mona has taken the reigns in organising demonstrations here in Perth in support of the "woman, life, freedom" movement against the Islamic Regime in Iran. The movement sparked with the death of Mahsa Amini. A young Kurdis…

Kym “Bid” Bidstrup is a former international journalist/foreign correspondent, radio talk show host, and news presenter. 25 years ago he returned to his first loves; acting and filmmaking. More recently he has produced radio plays and exhibited his work as a photographer. He follows a Native American faith (Hopi) and lives in the remote coastal tow…

Claire Leach is a camera operator and DP and has worked on documentaries, feature films, television series, and commercials for the past 23 years. However, her life changed dramatically when she decided to foster a very sick dog - Oompah.Watch the full show on Youtube:https://youtu.be/vG9OXWJkcm0Claire Leach Links:Linkedinhttps://www.linkedin.com/i…

Nathan Paddison is one of the most sort-after artists today, having his paintings exhibited in galleries all around the world and soon to be auctioned at the famous Sotheby’s in the United Kingdom. Behind each painting there is a story and Nathan’s story is incredible. Serving a 12-year sentence in prison, Nathan was put into solitary confinement f…

Jo Saunders is a LinkedIn strategist, consultant and trainer who is on a quest to show leaders and teams how to illuminate their brand, establish connection, enhance credibility and earn influence. She is co-author of ‘Get Good or Get Off - A Guide to Getting it Right on Social Media’ and is the winner of Best Use of LinkedIn 2021.Watch the full sh…

Pete Griffiths is an avid bow hunter and social media sensation. With 30 years experience travelling Australia and the world; hunting on land, from the sky, and in the ocean, he has more near-death experiences from dangerous game than you can imagine. To him the saying really is true, “everything in Australia wants to kill you!”Watch the full show …

Simon Lekias is one of the top fashion photographers in Australia. Simon has crafted original imagery for many international brands and publications, his work is immediately recognisable on the covers of HARPERS BAZAAR, INSTYLE and ELLE. With his characteristically playful, candid and considered style, Simon Lekias has been at the forefront of cont…

Kristy Nita Brown loves to write junior fiction about small characters who do big things. She joins us to discuss all things writing and her new chapter book, “Looking for Lilly.” A debut author from Western Australia, Kristy draws inspiration from her interactions with young people via her work in education, film and music, and as a household CEO.…

Jane Armstrong is a senior metal health nurse and life coach who has dedicated her life to helping people. Jane has worked in numerous hospitals in Perth, including Graylands Psychiatric hospital . Jane is also the CEO of Homelessness We Care - a company dedicated to feeding the homeless in Perth, Western Australia. Watch the full show on Youtube: …

Louisa Hawton is from Mandurah, Western Australia. An incredible story of a professional skater in her teens, to a mother in her twenties and becoming the current WBC, World Boxing Champion in her 30’s.Watch the full show on Youtube:https://youtu.be/qbJ0eIPrZYcLouisa Hawton Links:Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/bangbanglulu_/Facebookhttps://www.…

Episode 29 - Marcus Rader The Wayne Nicholson Show Marcus Rader is an entrepreneur, investor and ghost hunter…! Watch the full show on Youtube: https://youtu.be/H5WxD5SEo40 Marcus Rader Links: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hauntingsxtreme/ YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/HAUNTINGSXTREME/featured…

Mark Cometti is an actor, Triple M Footy broadcaster and former WWE Pro Wrestler in the US. Mark explains how the disciplines he learned as an athlete has assisted him in developing his skills as an actor. You can see Mark in the upcoming feature film, “Sweet As” and the series “Young Rock” currently streaming on Binge.Watch the full show on Youtub…

Reuben Christman was born in Fremantle, Western Australia. At an early age, his music teacher snatched the instrument in his hand and replaced it with a trumpet. This moment would alter the direction his life would take. Reuben soon developed a passion for the instrument and later went on to study music at the University of Western Australia. After…

Natasha Gallier is a 55x multi award winning lash artist who has competed for Australia in the Lash World Cup held in Amsterdam. A business owner who is driven by perfection, we catch up with Natasha and learn about this growing industry and what it takes to be a leader in a growing marketWatch the full show on Youtube:https://youtu.be/txtXn750ypgN…

Episode 25 - Tammie Anna-Louise Haebick The Wayne Nicholson Show Tammie Anna-Louise Haebick comes from Liverpool, New South Wales, Australia. Her childhood resembles that of the young boy in the Sixth Sense movie, with the first spiritual experience coming at the age of four, when seeing a dead man hanging in a tree in her back yard. Now in her lat…

Troy Coward’s life as a business owner/actor took a serious turn in 2012, finding himself embroiled in one of the most gruesome murder cases in Western Australia’s history. The real life drama took everything from Troy; his construction business, investment properties and his pride leaving him homeless. A lawsuit against the police is still ongoing…

Episode 23 - Stev Makhlouta | Deli’s Continental The Wayne Nicholson Show Stev Makhlouta is a co-owner of Deli’s Continental. An entrepreneur, Stev will take us through the pitfalls’s of starting a business in food and how he is dealing with the hype and pressure of opening one of the most anticipated venues here in Perth, Western Australia; with s…

Phillip Michael Narkle is a former Australian rules football player of Indigenous Australian descent who played for St Kilda and West Coast in the Australian Football League and Swan Districts Football Club in the West Australian Football League during the mid-late 1970s and early 1990s. Phil now has teamed up with 3 partners in a company called Si…

Sally Carbon, an Olympic and World Cup gold medalist, 9 time author, business owner, company director and mother of three made the massive shift from writing children’s books to fast, spicy adult novels. Why? Because she was inspired to exercise her creativity as much as she exercised her body to become a world-class athlete. Watch the full show on…

Born in a tiny village in Italy’s central mountains, Paolo Iudiciani (35) moved to Australia in 2015. Less than five years in the country, Paolo saw his fitness dream come true, winning the ICN World Championship in South Korea. When Covid 19 lock-down began in March 2020, Paolo and his girlfriend Silvia lost their jobs. Without permanent residency…

Jermaine D’Vauz is an entertainer across many platforms including, radio, film, online, stage and documentary. As an entertainer, Jermaine has earned the attention and recognition from many world-known performers and choreographers including, Laurieann Gibson (Beyonce, Katy Perry), Travis Payne (Michael Jackson), Gil Duldulao (Janet Jackson) and po…

Episode 18 - Stephen Parry Valentine The Wayne Nicholson Show Stephen Parry Valentine and his wife Jessica host one of Youtube’s most popular travel channels called, ‘Flying the Nest.’ Travelling to over 80 countries and with over 870,000 subscribers, Stephen shares his journey with us including the preparation, work load, advertising strategies fa…

A very special podcast for me because this famous guest happens to be my sister, Fern Nicholson. Trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts London, Fern Nicholson’s career began in musical theatre in the UK. She starred in Jesus Christ Superstar at the tender age of 11. As a teenager, Fern moved to Australia with her family. She got married in h…

Comedian Leo Kearse is part of the new wave of raw, bold, American-inspired comedians taking the big UK clubs by storm. His “Extinction Rebellion” video slamming woke lefties went viral, selling out shows in the UK. Meanwhile, Leo’s popularity abroad is rocketing, with 2019 seeing him perform in 20 countries. Among various credits, Kearse has writt…

Stacey Broomhead is a vibrant personality and actress. Originally from the UK, Stacey relocated to Perth, Western Australia in 2012. She has appeared on TV and various theatre productions and has many hilarious stories to share when it comes to the world of online dating. Watch the full show on Youtube: https://youtu.be/13ypHfZDIrk…

Shelley Q was born in a small country town near Narrogin, Western Australia. She discovered a love for music at the age of three, listening to the classic icons of the 50's & 60’s. But her world changed at the age of 10 when seeing the movie , 'Walk the Line'. She taught herself the guitar and learned every song in the movie. Shelley moved to a boa…

Cyla Maguire is who you would call an inspiring human being. Her childhood could be lifted straight out of a documentary, where the main character ends up in a life of crime or worse, dead. Cyla was shifted from house to house, finally being fostered by an Indigenous Elder who became the mother figure she needed. In her teenage years, Cyla finally …

Desiree Crossing is a Perth based oil painter, specialising in portraits. Her works aim to create an intimate moment of connection between viewer and subject, and explore themes of loss, solitude and invitation. Social Links: Instagram - desireecrossing Facebook - desireecrossingartist Watch the full Show on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v…

Sean Conway is one of the shining lights of Australian comedy. A National finalist in Triple J Raw Comedy in 2013 and hand picked for 2014 Break Out comedy. He has since toured with some of the biggest names including Tony Hinchcliffe, Ari Shaffir, Doug Stanhope, Theo Von as well as comedy legends Tom Green, Dom Irrera, and Tony Woods. Sean is also…

Hailed by many as the next Banksy, Steve Browne is an accomplished artist living in Perth, Australia. His unique art and brand - Monsters as Friends - represents those friends and monsters that hide in our consciousness. Steve’s artwork makes you look deeper and when you do, there is an entirely new perspective on who the friend and monster really …

Garth De Bruno Austin is known as the cameraman who rubbed the tummy of a baby Rhino. Garth is a South African born Director of Photography who has over 10 years experience in the film industry, ranging from feature documentaries, commercial projects and TV shows. From his unique experience growing up in the African bush and expertise across a rang…

Eddie Stowers is a NZ born Samoan, and with his wife of 30 years Sally, are the proud parents of four young men. An experienced trainer, facilitator and professional speaker, he has developed and delivered sales, management, leadership and executive coaching programs for clients across Australia, New Zealand, Asia and the UK for more than thirty ye…

Kuda Mic is a seasoned performing artist with an expansive 10 year history in the industry. One of Perth's exciting talents, Kuda takes pride in creating meaningful music that tells a story and spreads a positive message that crosses physical and musical borders. Born and raised in Zimbabwe and now calling Perth home, Kuda's journey took him throug…

Hailing from Dublin Ireland, Mark now calls Australia home and has been a regular on the Perth comedy scene for over 3 years. Mark’s unique brand of comedy landed him in the finals for the Funny Faces comedy competition, and has taken him across regional Western Australia and nationally. He is known as the fastest man in comedy and his interests in…

Sara O’Leary was born in Canton, Michigan. She is a qualified nurse and loves travelling. She tells us what it’s like working in the high stress environment of a surgical theatre, and how her passion for nursing has her doing voluntary work around the world. Sara’s travels have had a major impact on her life with the recent terrorist bombings in Sr…

Michael is an established actor, educator and member of the Labor Party. He shares his challenges and achievements, detailing his pathway which has led him to where he is now. He describes that everyone’s life is a book and when that final curtain call arrives, will you be satisfied with the story? Michael reveals the fears and truths of his life a…

Stev was raised in Australia and comes from an Egyptian mother and Syrian father. When finishing school, he moved into the world of food, working his way from apprentice to Sous-chef for one of the best chefs in Australia. Stev then studied film in college and moved into the world of producing. He later became the co-director of a marketing company…

Florencia was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina and at an early age felt different from other children. Growing up in a happy home, it was the opposite at school. Connecting with her grandfather, she delved into his collection of books about the occult and extraterrestrial life. It was an escape and just what Florencia needed, that is, until she bega…

Darian Bradara was born in Bosnia and escaped the war with his family to Australia. He speaks about love, life, family and the importance of perspective and gratitude.