CUPPA OF LIFE VIRTUAL CAFE

Bianca joined us for a chat around her netball career, leadership, mental health and her time on the block! Gold medal-winning netballer Bianca Chatfield's journey from professional athlete to media personality and leadership speaker is indicative of her vivacious nature, dedication and professionalism across all fields.Following her debut as an 18-year-old for the Australian Diamonds, Bianca quickly established herself as one of the fiercest defenders and empowering leaders. During her time on the netball court, Bianca endured some tough times but also enjoyed great success; winning both gold and silver medals at the Commonwealth Games, a World Championship, alongside a host of premierships with the Melbourne Vixens.A celebrated athlete, excellent communicator, and qualified teacher, Since her retirement from the sport in 2015, she has taken on running her own leadership business, writing her first book, Game On, and appearing on Reality TV as a contestant on Ch 9’s The Block, renovating The Gatwick in 2018.Like to watch the Cuppa Of Life Cafe Live? Book your virtual seat at www.cuppaoflife.comWant to make a donation to todays episode charity partner? https://cuppa-life-virtual-cafe.raisely.com/

We spoke to Lauren and Simon about practical ways to stay healthy and fit whilst at home.Lauren Hannaford was an elite gymnast athlete and coach for over 20 years, she knows what it takes to make healthy changes and change your life.Winning state and national trophies for Gymnastics and Athletics were Lauren’s dreams — and she achieved them. However, she discovered something bigger along the way. As Lauren’s personal wins grew so did her love of helping people become the strongest, fittest and healthiest version of themselves. As a qualified personal trainer, Lauren loves seeing the positive impact that exercise and healthier life choices can have on a whole family.Lauren is married to Simon Pryce who is the current Red Wiggle. During this episode we also spoke about the relationship they have and the importance of communication. Like to watch the Cuppa Of Life Cafe Live? Book your virtual seat at www.cuppaoflife.comWant to make a donation to todays episode charity partner? https://cuppa-life-virtual-cafe.raisely.com/

Are you ready to get podcast fit with Commando Steve? Known all-over Australia as ‘Commando Steve’, Steve is one of the country’s most recognised and respected fitness experts. Steve has helped change the lives of thousands of Australians over the years from his time as trainer on eight series’ of Channel Ten’s hit show ‘Australia’s Biggest Loser’, his three books 2010 No Excuses, 2015 Get Commando Fit and 2015 Get Commando Fit cookbook and appearances over the whole of Australia. In 2018 Steve decided to challenge himself by joining Australian Survivor ‘champions’. It was not the physical challenges that Steve struggled with, it was the separation from his family that he believes was the hardest. He wants to encourage everyone to be active, participate and come together through fitness. Like to watch the Cuppa Of Life Cafe Live? Book your virtual seat at www.cuppaoflife.comWant to make a donation to todays episode charity partner? https://cuppa-life-virtual-cafe.raisely.com/

What is it really like to be a Life Guard? Hoppo shares his journey and story in the Cuppa Of Life CafeOne of the world’s most influential and recognised Lifeguards, Bruce ‘Hoppo’ Hopkins is a highly regarded water sportsman and Australian media personality. As Head Lifeguard at Australia’s Bondi Beach, Hoppo has appeared in 15 seasons of the hit television show Bondi Rescue, which now airs in over 180 countries worldwide and has won six Logie Awards to date! Hoppo is also a respected water sportsman & competitor, a keen philanthropist, Vice President of Surf Educators International (SEI), an organisation that specialises in the education of water safety with a key focus to minimise drowning numbers globally and he recently started his own company, Chase The Adventure.To watch one of our episodes live you can book your virtual seat at www.cuppaoflife.comTo donate to this episodes charity partner 'Gotcha4Life' click here: https://cuppa-life-virtual-cafe.raisely.com/

How to live a purposeful life and make a significant contribution to society while doing so! Ronni Kahn AO founded OzHarvest in 2004, driven by a passion to make a difference and stop good food going to waste. After more than 20 years in the hospitality industry running an event management company, Ronni felt it was time to make a change...she wanted to live a purposeful life that made a significant contribution to society, supported those in need, and helped to protect our precious environment; she started with one van in Sydney. After changing the law to make it safe for companies to donate surplus food, she has grown OzHarvest to be Australia’s leading food rescue organisation, opened the first rescued food supermarket and is now taking the unique food rescue model global. To donate to OzHarvest click here: https://events.ozharvest.org/cuppaoflifecafe! To attend our virtual cafe for other incredible guests click here: https://www.cuppaoflife.com/