Float Your Boat

Dr Catherine Crock, AM A physician at the Royal Children’s Hospital, Melbourne since 1994, Catherine has worked closely with patients and families to redesign services and improve quality and safety. She is the Chair of the Hush Foundation which transforms healthcare culture through use of the arts. Hush produces music for children, families and staff in hospitals around Australia. Hush has collaborated with renowned play write Alan Hopgood in the development of the plays “Hear Me”, “Do You Know Me” and “What Matters” which are performed in hospitals and Aged Care settings to raise awareness of patient centred care, communication and patient safety issues. Hush cofounded the Gathering of Kindness in 2016. In 2015 she became a Member of the Order of Australia for her contribution to medicine, to community healthcare standards and to the Arts. www.hush.org.au

Well we made it!! today Brett & George chat about season 2. they talk Turkey about Christmas and what's happening for 2018. Thank you to everyone for listening to FLOAT YOUR BOAT in 2017. It's been a fantastic first year and we are truly humbled by the overwhelming support....Merry Christmas to one and all be kind to one another and love, laugh and do what makes you happy.

For ten years Sally Cameron has delighted global audiences as a member of the critically acclaimed a cappella vocal group The Idea of North, bagging multiple ARIA awards across seven albums. Her solo debut release will transfix Cameron’s audiences with her superb festive release, Always Christmas. Today we talk Turkey with Sally and her Fiance Sam (who is another musical genius) about all things Christmas, today's episode is filled with Joy and Christmas tunes.... Ho Ho Ho!!!!

Yves is a reluctant star, actor, director, voice specialist, teacher, romantic and more recently writer. Yves wears his heart on his sleeve, today we talk to Yves about his latest project "Dinner Detectives" Travelling back in time and around the world to uncover magical stories behind the food we eat every day. Ever wondered why a sandwich is a sandwich or a pizza
a pizza? Have you ever thought, where does pasta come from, or why the Chinese celebrate New Year with dumplings? Dinner Detectives, Clementine and Aksel travel back in time and around the world to uncover magical stories behind the food we eat every day. The only problem we had with Yves and today's interview is we had way too much fun....so we apologize for some of the sound quality (laughing) it messes with the sound.

Pete Smith is a unique combination of adventurer, philosopher, anthropologist, and a quintessential dork. When he's not facilitating large events for business leaders seeking greater Humanity in Business, he is often found working on mission critical assignments for the United Nations in far flung places like Afghanistan and Northern Iraq. Even CEO's call on him in his role as an executive coach to help them make sense of the world around them. If he's not canyoning in Oman, or riding a mountain bike up to the Russian Border to be detained for no reason, he will just as easily be swimming laps at his home beach in Sydney Australia. He sings 80's songs at the top of his lungs, is an anxious practitioner of Yoga and meditation, and is currently wondering if all the super foods he is eating actually make any difference

Darren is community leader with a strong passion for out-of-the-box thinking, innovation, leadership and has a track record of making a real difference in the world through social enterprise across a number of sectors including disability, environment, entrepreneurship, small business and education. Darren’s social enterprise is setting up WA’s very first PET plastic reprocessing facility called GREEN BATCH, recovering waste PET and turning it into 3D printer filament enabling any school with a 3D printer to become a micro-recycling plant themselves. Proceeds from the sale of the recycled filament will be reinvested back into programs which educate the community on how to reduce their personal impact on the environment. For his dedication and passion towards supporting the community we all live in, Darren has won a whole swag of awards including WA Young Australian of the Year, WA Citizen of the Year, and recently was named by the United Nation’s JCI as one of the Top 10 Most Outstanding Young People of the W

Michael Bates started his career at the grass roots as an apprentice at Swanes Nursery and went on to study horticulture. He was mentored by Japanese master landscape architect Masayoshi Uchiyama before founding Bates Landscape in 1992 - now one of Sydney's leading landscape businesses. He has created over 1,000 gardens in collaboration with the best of Sydney’s architects, designers and builders, bringing his trademark experience, energy and commitment to each and every project. Michael’s own two gardens reflect his love and mastery of landform construction, his passion for seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor spaces, and his ability to create rich green havens in the heart of a city. Michael is also the author of The New Australian Garden, an insider's account of the journey to design, construct and plant 18 landmark gardens that represent a new movement in Australian landscape design.

There's a buzz about this episode! this is a truly Beeutiful story, a story of love, war, death and then re-generation. Cate Burton tells us about all things in the bee world. Cate is a passionate advocate for bees, for people and for buying local. Cate has a knowledge that goes way above your average fan of our Honey Bees. She also makes possibly the best beeswax candles in the world. Today's story is funny and informative all at the same time. So grab a cuppa and when you put some honey in your cup think about what it takes to produce this amazing golden substance...

In 1997 Jayne and her husband Peter decided to buy a farm. They needed to get away and de-stress from their professions as a brain surgeon and an emergency theatre nurse. Fast forward to now Rylstone Olive Press last week won multiple medals for their olive oils, including the best Olive oils in Australia. This is a journey of passion and down right hard work. Today Jayne pops into our studio to talk all things olive oil. George is excited(it's a Greek thing apparently)and after trying Rylstone Olive oils so was I. so pop on your headphones and have a listen to Jayne and her amazing story.

The Green Lion is the first vegan pub bistro in Australia, today we meet the owner Bhavani Baumann. Bhavani was born in inner sydney Paddington. At the age of 4 her parents sold their house and bought a Kombi, they painted a sun on it and call it Bertha. She spent the next several years travelling Australia living up and down the coast and around Byron Bay in various hippy communes. ​ Eventually they settled in the cult Ananda Marga, this is where Bhavani learnt to cook vegan meals and other vegan delights. ​Bhavani has been a singer and Musician running a massive choir in Rozelle this is where she found the location for the Green Lion..... we won't say anymore so pop on your head phones, pour yourself a vegan red and a few vegan snacks and have a listen to Bhavani's Journey.​​

This week we talk to Maria Dunn, Maria's book Married quarter tells the story of life as a soldiers wife. It's a warts and all story of the trial and tribulations of being married to the armed forces. Maria admits to the overuse of alcohol and how she conquered and beat the booze. Now retired Maria and her husband have joined the grey nomads,circling Australia in their four wheel drive. Today we speak to her under her favourite tree in Roma far North Queensland.... Maria loves to talk and she loves to write. So put your headphones on,go for a walk and listen to her tale.

Paul is a self confessed suburban bloke, his life and career has been anything but ordinary in fact we would say it has been extraordinary . Paul grew up in the western suburbs of Sydney in a big loving family filled with Music and sport. Paul's absolute obsession and love for music lead him to form a band called the Cockroaches in 1980 which went on to be one of the most loved 80's bands in Australia. After the cockroaches and a personal tragedy Paul decided to take a different direction and concentrate on his family. Today we dive deep into this fascinating fella, his life, his loves and his new book Gimme Shelter and the Wiggles. Paul is a great example of a suburban boy who has "done good".... we loved chatting with Paul and we are sure you will love his story.

When she was Young Kathryn Fox had a chance encounter with the Dalai lama...one that would change the course of her life. Kathryn Fox is an award winning, internationally acclaimed author. Her novels have been published in around 30 countries, in over a dozen languages. Her debut novel, Malicious Intent, toppled the The Da Vinci Code from the number one crime spot on Amazon in the UK and Germany. It was also shortlisted for a prestigious Ned Kelly award and won Sister’s In Crime’s Davitt award for best novel. Her seventh book, Fatal Impact, was shortlisted for the CWA Ned Kelly award for best novel. In 2014, the world’s biggest selling author, film and TV producer, James Patterson, invited Kathryn to co-author Private Sydney. Their first collaboration became an instant best seller in Australia, UK and US.

Just One Drop tells the little known story of homeopathy: the most controversial system of medicine ever invented. Homeopathy is a specific form of medicine that uses minute doses of a highly diluted substance that stimulates the body to cure itself. To many, homeopathy seems implausible. They fear it is purely a placebo effect or worse, a form of deception or quackery. Yet, homeopathy has been around for over 200 years and is used by millions worldwide. The film explores the controversy, dispels myths and misconceptions, and asks whether or not homeopathy has been given a fair shake.

​In 2007 Heather Hawkins was delivered a savage blow, The news she was given was bad, really bad, But Heather decided that this news wasn't going to define her. So like all great people Heather set about re-writing her story from scratch....off she went on a mission to take in as many new experiences as possible and experiences she did Lots of them. Fast Forward to 2017, Heather has packed in more than most people do in a lifetime. This episode will inspire you, it will make you feel like you can do anything and Heather's message is a simple one.....HAVE A GO! So put on your headphones and take this journey with Brett & George, Heather Hawkins; from Zero to Hero

Doug Hawkins is a local Bondi bloke. Raised in North Bondi in a different time, a time when Bondi was a working class hard nosed town. Back in a time when people hadn't even heard of Gluten free, bio dynamic almond milk or any such a thing. You could say Doug grew up on the wrong side of the tracks.... He's all grown up now and is a true real life Hero, A lifesaver, and the head of Nippers. This a an inspirational tale of a reluctant hero. Communities need Blokes like Doug, A great Man with a great story! we want to grow up and be just like Doug (the Hawk of Bondi).

when we were kids we believed in Santa, The Easter Bunny, Fairy Tales and of course Mermaids. Then when we grow up we lose the wonderment to believe in such things. Not Hannah Fraser! since she was a little girl she always believed she was meant to be a mermaid and then she grew up and guess what? she became a real life mermaid. No George and I haven't been smoking funny cigarettes..... Hannah is a fair dinkum Mermaid and even better she is trying to save our precious oceans singled handed. Today's episode is Funny, informative and full of love...... After you listen to this episode you will never want to use a plastic water bottle again.

We all tell lies, some little white ones and others that are bigger and more damaging. Renee McBryde grew up in a house full of lies....and one in particular impacted her life dramatically. Renee is a remarkably, resilient wonderful women who has grabbed life by the horns and wrestled it to the ground. This episode is an inspirational story from tragedy to ultimately triumph. So grab a coffee and take the time to listen to Renee McBryde Author of "The House of Lies".

Elvis has left the Building...well George (Elvis in his final days sequence jump suit and all) and Brett (gone Fishing) are taking a break. Today's episode is a summary of the first season of FLOAT YOUR BOAT.... Yes that' right we made it through a whole season. Today we talk about the first season's highlights and what is in stall for season II. There are a few laughs and a lot of talk. Float your boat has been so well received we want to thank everyone who has jumped on the Boat and subscribed. Season II promises to be bigger and better with the addition of a new sound mixer (Donny Darko) and a part time Producer (Amy the head mistress)....so stay tuned for season II.

Anastasia is driven by a passion to help, a thirst for knowledge and a desire for a fun, social and well-balanced life style. Anastasia is the Co - Founder of RiSe Women, Anastasia joined forces with her amazing friend, Jodie Bruce-Clarke who created Rise women originally . They laugh and learn together and they are on a mission to support women all around the world by providing practical confidence techniques to help them be the best version of themselves and live the life they really want, through their recently published book (Pumped), and their live presentations, workshops and upcoming online programs. On Today's episode we laugh, we learn and we shed a tear together, we also learn that Anastasia is part of George's big fat Greek family (well George is the fat one) .