In Part 2 of this deeply moving conversation, Andrew continues his journey with Karl Waddell, and what unfolds is a story of extraordinary courage.

Karl opens up about living with OCD and the way mental health challenges layered on top of grief can make even the smallest moments feel overwhelming. He shares what it truly means to keep going when the weight of loss is still so present, and how the decision to turn pain into purpose became the anchor that kept him moving forward.

This episode explores what it looks like to build something meaningful in memory of someone you love. Karl speaks about the growth of River’s Gift, the Geelong-based organisation he founded to raise awareness of safe sleep practices and fund critical research into Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), and the community of people who have gathered around the cause in River's name.

There is something quietly powerful in this conversation about legacy. About what we leave behind. About the idea that love does not end, it simply finds a new way to move through the world.

If Part 1 moved you, Part 2 will stay with you.

To learn more about River’s Gift and support the work Karl is doing in River's name, visit https://www.riversgift.org/.

Connect with Karl

LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/karlwaddell/⁠

Facebook:⁠ https://www.facebook.com/RiversGift⁠

Website: ⁠https://www.riversgift.org/⁠

Key Topics

- Mental health and grief recovery

- The impact of OCD on trauma processing

- The role of community and connectedness in healing

- Creating Rivers Gift to raise awareness and fund research into SIDS

- The importance of purpose and leaving a legacy

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Tuesday Truths is your mid-week moment to pause, reflect, and take something real into your day.

This week's truth comes from one of the most moving conversations Andrew has had on Leading Our Own Way. Karl Waddell joins us to share a glimpse of his journey through grief, mental health, and the profound power of turning pain into purpose.

After the loss of his son River, Karl found a way to channel that love into something bigger than himself. He is the heart behind River’s Gift, a Geelong-based charity dedicated to raising awareness about Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) and creating meaningful change for families who know this kind of loss.

In this short but powerful episode, Karl speaks to resilience, community, and what it really means to carry someone's legacy forward.

If this resonates with you, Part 1 of the full conversation is out now. Part 2 drops tomorrow. You do not want to miss it.

To learn more about Rivers Gift, visit https://www.riversgift.org/⁠⁠

Connect with Karl

LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/karlwaddell/⁠⁠

Facebook:⁠⁠ https://www.facebook.com/RiversGift⁠⁠

Website: ⁠⁠https://www.riversgift.org/⁠

Key Topics

- Resilience in the face of tragedy

- The power of community support

- Turning grief into purpose through charity

- Understanding mental health and OCD

- The importance of safe sleep practices

Takeaways

- Resilience is about facing hardship and believing in a better tomorrow.

- Community support is vital when you're barely holding it together.

- Turning pain into purpose can create meaningful change.

- Mental health struggles like OCD shape how we process trauma.

- Safe sleep practices are crucial in preventing SIDS.

Chapters

🔴 (00:00) Tuesday Truths with Karl Waddell

🔴 (00:45) Eshu Skincare Promo

🔴 (01:26) Facing Unexpected Hardship: Karl's Journey

🔴 (04:09) Safe Sleep for Babies: Expert Advice

🔴 (08:22) Overcoming OCD: Karl's Journey

🔴 (12:16) Thank you for Tuning In - Part 2 drops tomorrow!

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Some stories arrive quietly and stay with you forever. This is one of them.

In this episode, Andrew sits down with Karl Waddell, a father navigating one of life's most unimaginable losses, the passing of his beloved son, River. What Karl has done with that grief is nothing short of extraordinary. Rather than letting the darkness consume him, he has channelled his love, his pain, and his purpose into something that could save lives and support families walking the same devastating road.

Karl shares openly about the mental health journey that followed River's passing, the role community played in holding him upright when he could barely stand, and the power of turning heartbreak into meaningful action. Together, he and Andrew explore what it means to grieve with honesty, to find identity after loss, and to discover that purpose can be born in the most painful of places.

Karl is also the driving force behind River’s Gift, a Geelong-based organisation dedicated to raising awareness and funding critical research into Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). River’s Gift is doing vital work, not just for the families who have experienced loss, but for every parent who deserves to feel safer and more supported.

This conversation is raw, real, and full of love. Whether you are walking through your own grief, supporting someone who is, or simply want to understand the incredible resilience of the human spirit, this episode will stay with you long after it ends.

To learn more about River’s Gift and the work Karl is doing in River's name, visit https://www.riversgift.org/

Connect with Karl

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karlwaddell/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RiversGift

Website: https://www.riversgift.org/⁠

Key Topics

- The journey of grief and purpose after losing a child

- The importance of safe sleep practices and research funding for SIDS

- The role of community and vulnerability in mental health

- Insights into the human brain and mental resilience

Chapters

🔴 (00:00) Introduction and Connection

🔴 (04:34) Resilience and Purpose in Life

🔴 (07:33) Facing Hardship and Personal Journey

🔴 (10:32) Mental Health and Well-being

🔴 (13:23) The Birth of Rivers Gift

🔴 (16:33) Research and Education on SIDS

🔴 (19:24) Safe Sleep Practices and Advice

🔴 (23:13) Community Engagement and Support

🔴 (26:02) Public Speaking and Advocacy

🔴 (29:07) Growth and Future of Rivers Gift

🔴 (32:01) Family and Personal Reflections

🔴 (42:01) Navigating Grief and Family Dynamics

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Some people don't just think outside the box — they leave the box behind entirely and never look back.

In Part 2 of my conversation with Joanne Kennard, we go deeper into one of the most extraordinary journeys I've had the privilege of hearing. From growing up in small-town New Zealand to building global ventures like the Easy Oven and Start Wild, Joanne is living proof that where you start has absolutely nothing to do with where you're capable of going.

We explore the mindset that drives her — the resilience, the boldness, the refusal to stay small — and what it really takes to turn big ideas into real-world impact. Joanne is the author of Think Different, Make Money and co-author alongside Sir Marco Robinson in the Start Over Movement. Sir Marco himself joins us in Episode 101, and after this conversation, you'll understand exactly why these two found each other.

This episode will challenge you to ask yourself: what adventure are you refusing to go on because fear is speaking louder than purpose?

🎙️ Don't just listen — let this one move you to act.

If this story resonates with you, please hit Follow so you never miss a conversation that could change your life — and if the show has ever inspired you, a 5-star review takes 30 seconds and means everything to us. Let's keep these stories reaching the people who need them most.

Connect with Joanne

LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/joanne-kennard-a1487935/⁠

Website: ⁠https://www.startwild.com.au⁠

⁠http://www.easyoven.com.au⁠

⁠https://www.countryfeeling.com.au⁠

Key Topics

- Joanne's adventurous background and early life

- The inspiration behind Easy Oven and its impact

- Start Wild and the 'Five Ones' startup philosophy

- Resilience and mindset in overcoming challenges

- Future plans for growth and collaboration

Action Items

- Start your passion project today, no matter how messy it seems.

- Use the 5-minute reset daily to stay positive and focused.

- Back yourself and take small steps towards your big goals.

Chapters

🔴 (00:00) The Easy Oven Explained

🔴 (04:29) Start Wild: Empowering Entrepreneurs

🔴 (10:36) Adventurous Spirit and Life Journey

🔴 (19:42) A Dangerous Encounter in Romania

🔴 (27:17) The Journey Back to the UK

🔴 (35:17) Life in South Africa and the Move to New Zealand

🔴 (36:18) Navigating Career Changes and Redundancy

🔴 (39:18) Future Aspirations and Business Growth

🔴 (40:28) Words of Wisdom for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

🔴 (47:17) Defining Purpose and Impact

🔴 (50:36) Thank you Joanne - you have been amazing!

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What if the hardest chapters of your life were actually preparing you for the moment you'd change the world?

This Tuesday Truths, we're stepping into the remarkable world of Joanne Kennard — adventurer, entrepreneur, author of Think Different, Make Money, and co-author alongside Sir Marco Robinson in the Start Over Movement. From career shakeups and life-defining adventures to the creation of the Easy Oven — a life-changing invention making real impact in disaster relief and communities in need — Joanne's story is one of resilience, purpose, and unstoppable drive.

This is just a taste of what's in store. Head straight to Part 1 for the full conversation, and make sure you come back tomorrow for Part 2 — trust me, you don't want to miss the rest of Joanne's journey here on Leading Our Own Way.

🎙️ Hit Follow so Part 2 lands directly in your feed tomorrow — and if the show moves you, a 5-star review means the world and helps us reach more people who need these stories.

Connect with Joanne

LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/joanne-kennard-a1487935/⁠

Website: ⁠

https://www.startwild.com.au⁠

⁠http://www.easyoven.com.au⁠

⁠https://www.countryfeeling.com.au⁠

Key Topics

- Joanne Kennard's journey of resilience and purpose

- The invention and impact of the Easy Oven

- The Start Over movement and community building

- Designing solutions for disaster relief and rural communities

Key Frameworks

- Ripple Effect of Small Actions

- Design Thinking for Social Impact

Chapters

🔴 (00:00) Tuesday Truths Introduction with Joanne Kennard

🔴 (00:46) Eshu Skincare Promotion

🔴 (01:28) Inventing the Easy Oven: A South African Story

🔴 (05:49) Swapping Passports at Checkpoint Charlie

🔴 (11:29) How to Stay Positive: Joanne Kennard's 5-Minute Reset

🔴 (16:00) Thank You Jo - Part 2 drops tomorrow!

Everything Leading Our Own Way

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Tuesday Truths | The Pain That Changed Shaun Piggott

Welcome to Tuesday Truths — your mid-week moment to pause, reflect, and take something real into the rest of your week.

This week we're spending time with Shaun Piggott — Founder and CEO of Mini Melts Australia and the man behind several thriving businesses. But before any of that, there was a story most people never get to hear.

If you caught Part 1 on Monday — you already know this conversation goes deep. Today we're sharing a glimpse of what you may have missed, and a taste of what's still to come in Part 2 this Wednesday.

Shaun's journey takes us into the raw reality of addiction, the turning power of pain and pleasure, and what it truly means to rebuild your life through radical honesty. This is not surface-level stuff. This is the kind of truth that cuts through — and changes things.

In this Tuesday Truths bite:

• The role pain and pleasure play in driving real change
• Why honesty is the first and hardest step to transformation
• Practical ways to rebuild trust — with others and with yourself
• A sneak peek at what Shaun reveals in Part 2

Haven't listened to Part 1 yet? Go back and start there — you won't regret it.

Part 2 drops tomorrow, Wednesday. Hit Follow on Spotify so you never miss an episode. It helps more people find these stories and keeps this community alive. 🙏

Connect with Shaun

Bio: ⁠https://bio.site/shaunpiggott?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio⁠

Minimelts: ⁠https://www.minimeltsaustralia.com.au⁠

Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/shaunpiggottofficial/⁠

Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=Shaun+Piggott⁠

LinkedIn:⁠ https://au.linkedin.com/in/shaun-piggott-3285952b9

Key Topics

- The role of pain and pleasure in driving change

- The importance of honesty and accountability

- The impact of addiction and recovery on personal growth

Chapters

🔴 (00:00) Welcome to Tuesday Truths

🔴 (01:13) Eshu Skincare

🔴 (01:56) The Good Boy's Struggle

🔴 (06:38) My Near-Death Driving Experience

🔴 (10:12) Facing Addiction: A Turning Point

🔴 (14:47) Part 2 Drops Tomorrow!

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