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JP Drake is joined by South Australian media personality, radio host and entrepreneur Andrew “Cosi” Costello for a wide-ranging conversation about his incredible journey, the experiences that shaped him and his passion for giving back to the community. Cosi shares how he became a true South Aussie, what life was like behind the scenes of The Biggest Loser, and some of the hilarious stories along the way - including the infamous giant cockroach theft. The pair also discuss Cosi’s latest venture, his vision for helping the community, and what drives him to keep making a difference.

JP Drake is joined by entrepreneur, AI innovator, and bestselling author Matthew Michalewicz for a fascinating conversation on technology, entrepreneurship, and the future of artificial intelligence. Matthew shares his journey from growing up under communist rule in Poland to becoming a leader in the AI industry before exploring how AI is reshaping jobs, businesses, and global markets. The pair also discuss Matthew's latest books and what the future may hold as AI continues to transform the way we live and work. e5lS1ay3txiOzdRqXE1Y

JP sits down with Zaynn Bird, founder and CEO of Stax Burger Co., to unpack his journey from a young food enthusiast to the creator of one of Adelaide’s fastest-growing burger brands. Zaynn shares the lessons he learned from his first failed business, how he built a powerful social media presence, and the strategy behind creating some of the city’s most talked-about burgers. This episode is packed with insights on entrepreneurship, resilience, branding, and what it takes to turn a passion into a thriving business.

Former Port Adelaide Power key forward and creator of the Drivin’ with Dixon YouTube channel, Charlie Dixon, joins JP as the podcast’s first recurring guest. The conversation delves into life after professional football, exploring Charlie’s transition away from the AFL and the journey of forging a new path through his YouTube channel, where he shares his passion for cars and motor vehicles.

From the highs of professional basketball to the challenges of leaving a club and city he thought would be home forever, Dejan "DJ" Vasiljevic shares an honest look into one of the biggest transitions of his career. Now preparing for a new chapter with the New Zealand Breakers, he opens up about identity, business, growth and why life has to be bigger than basketball alone.

Chef Manu Feildel’s career is anything but a slow simmer - it’s a fiery boil of passion, tenacity, unmistakable French flair and plenty of sauce. One of Australia’s most recognisable culinary and television personalities, Manu has built a career spanning Michelin-starred restaurants, business, publishing, international television and running away with the circus. Join me as we peek behind the pass into the life of a multi-award-winning Australian icon.

Three-time Olympian, Olympic bronze medallist and Adelaide Lightning captain Steph Talbot shares the story behind her remarkable basketball journey. The conversation explores the realities of elite sport, the challenges of building a professional career and the leadership required to help drive the growth of women’s basketball.

Raised in the cornfield, trained for the battlefield: Serena Sundell proves that with guts and grit you can rise to glory. In today's episode, we unpack Sundell’s triumphant journey from Seattle Storm, to Adelaide Lightning and what lies ahead on her road to recovery.

From starting her basketball journey at age 4, to now making her mark in the WNBL with Adelaide Lightning at age 22, Sania Feagin talks about what it really takes to turn a childhood dream into a professional career. We unpack her journey from the WNBA to the WNBL, and why representation in women’s sport is so powerful for the next generation.

From the hills of Adelaide to the world stage, Jake Jones—aka Drift Squid—has carved out a name as one of Australia’s most passionate and fearless drift car drivers. Known for his wild style behind the wheel and his signature high-horsepower builds (including the notorious RB-powered BMW E92), Jake brings grassroots grit, pro-level performance, and a love for all things sideways.In this episode, we dive deep into his journey from humble pads to burnout pads, how he built his drift empire, the real story behind the "Squid" nickname, and what it takes to stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of motorsport. Whether you're into JDM, Euro builds, or just love a good underdog story—this one's for you.🎧

Buckle up. It’s about to get squidgy.

If you want to know what it takes to build an iconic Australian business from the ground up, this episode is for you.For our 50th episode, and to celebrate Drakes' 50th anniversary in business, I sat down with someone who's been there since the very beginning: my Dad, Roger Drake.From his first job in a butcher shop, to quickly rising through the ranks of Coles - only to be told he "would never make it in retail" - to venturing out to build Drakes, Dad's journey is nothing short of inspiring. Now, with 50 years in the business and nearly 70 stores, he shares the story of his hard work, dedication and passion behind his success.We discuss what he was like as a kid, his early jobs, and the leap to starting his own supermarket. So tune in to hear first hand from someone who has successfully built a business based on family values, hard work, and a passion for always putting the customer first. It's a special episode that not only celebrates our 50th podcast, but also the legacy he's created.

Widely known for his viral "parmi reviews" and being a contestant on the 2023 season of My Kitchen Rules alongside his mum Sonia, Marcus Costanzo sits down with JP to discuss all things food, content creation, and life philosophies.

Tyson's trading card designs have got him into some pretty cool situations, with his first graphic design gig for the LA Lakers at just 16 years old. Now, nearly 20 years later, Tyson has thousands of designs under his belt and has rubbed shoulders with some of the world's top athletes, from Stephen Curry to Floyd Mayweather.Join me as I sit down with Tyson to explore what sets his trading card designs apart and how they've gained global recognition - all while still being based in little old Adelaide.

Imagine the Olympics on drugs... Literally. This is what the Enhanced Games wants to bring to the world. All your favourite sports from the Olympics, but with the doping rules removed. The only twist? The competitors are required to tell the organisers what drugs they are taking for scientific research. It sound pretty wild, but definitely exciting. I know I'll be tuning in - will you?

Paris spent $AUD15 billion hosting the 2024 Olympics, with $2.6 billion going just to clean the Seine River - which was still filthy. What would you have spent the money on? Food and shelter for the homeless? Universal health care? Job creation? Do the pros outweigh the cons of the staggering cost of the Olympics?

Another week, another deep life discussion sparked by F1... Max Verstappen copped a lot of backlash after staying up until 3am racing on his sim. What these critics seem to forget is that Max has 3 world championships under his belt and is still well ahead in the current F1 rankings. With all this success, surely he deserves to have a bit of time to himself without being criticised? If the average person is allowed to have passions outside of work, why aren't people in the public eye? Is it right that we hold them to such an unattainable standard? All on this weeks' Jp's Ponderings Podcast.

While Formula 1 may seem like an individual sport, it's actually very much about teamwork. Last week in the Hungarian GP, McLaren's strategy had everyone, including the drivers, questioning their decisions. With the team pleading with Lando Norris to toe the team line and give Oscar Piastri his maiden win, Norris eventually fell into line with the team decision, albeit rather begrudgingly. How often does this happen to you at work? Listen in to discover how these lessons from F1 can be applied across all areas of your work life.

A mate sent me some shocking footage of one of my stores - mouldy fruit and empty ends during one of our busiest trading periods. Being a Sunday and a regional store isn't an excuse and this isn't something that any of our customers should ever see in a Drakes store.

As frustrating as it is, it gave me an opportunity to address the issue so that the next time my mate goes into store, he can send me more positive footage. It really highlights how important it is to give honest feedback, and how it can make such a huge difference in business and life in general. It comes down to how you accept the feedback and respond to it.

In this episode of JP's Ponderings we'll talk about some methods to give honest feedback that's actually constructive, and dive into how the experience can improve my business. #jpdrake #jpsponderings #podcast #constructivecriticism #givingfeedback #businessowner #businessmentor #management #retail #retailmanagement #supermarket

When I was a store manager, I would work 70 hour weeks.

Do I miss doing this? Not at all.

Do I think the kids of today should do them? NOT AT ALL.

I encourage my team to find their passions outside of work - work is meant to improve your life, not take it over. I DO believe, however, that the team coming through today miss out on a lot of opportunities for personal development because they simply don't get the time with their potential mentors. It's a struggle to balance this out. What do you think?

Amazon, Google and Meta are given free reign to exploit tax loopholes in Australia – saving themselves billions of dollars in the process, that us honest, hardworking Australian public are missing out on. You and I pay a minimum of 30 cents tax in the dollar – these guys AT MOST 4.8 cents in the dollar of their billion dollar revenues.

I’m with Punter Konrad - something needs to be done. Enjoy my latest podcast!

My stance on any form of abuse is clear - I will not tolerate my team copping verbal or physical abuse of any kind. It's been getting more and more prevalent, and it's gotta stop.Hear my thoughts on this weeks' Ponderings Podcast.

In today's episode of JP's Ponderings, JP chats with Konrad from Punters Politics, a popular social media voice on all things political. They dive into how mining companies dodge paying taxes and the shady tricks they use to get away with it. Konrad, with his big online following and knack for breaking down complex topics, explains the issues clearly, showing why these practices are harmful to everyone.

Earlier this month, the Fair Work Commission increased both the minimum and award wages by 3.75 per cent, taking effect from July 1. Businesses will have to absorb this increase - with less than a month to prepare - while continuing to battle rising costs in utilities, fuel, production costs and more in a tough economic environment. On the flip side, Australian Federal politicians were also awarded a 3.5% pay rise, with our Prime Minister Anthony Albanese set to take home an extra $20,542 a year.

The reality is that small businesses will need to pass these costs on, driving prices up - and the vicious cycle continues. Is it time to start looking at the cost of utilities instead of this band-aid solution?

As a parent and someone who works full time, I know how busy life can get. The last couple of weeks has seen me parent solo, and while it's made me so grateful for everything my wife does to keep our family life functional, it's also opened up my eyes to just how valuable it is to spend that little bit of extra time each day with my girls.Listen on to hear what I've learned about parenting these last couple of weeks! #jpdrake #jpsponderings #podcast #parenting #time #value #qualitytime #kids

You may have seen my Customer Magic videos – short, funny clips of people “allegedly” shoplifting from my stores has been rather contentious. Why am I calling out people who are just trying to “feed their families”? Am I just trying to seek fame?

It’s a much bigger issue than you think. Tune into my latest Ponderings Podcast to hear how these videos started.

With nine and ten year-old daughters in my life, I am faced with the dilemma of whether I should allow my kids to join the world of social media. As someone with a somewhat substantial social media following, most people think I'd be all for it - but you'd be surprised what my stance is on it.

What do you think?

How do you keep people interested in your brand? In the supermarket game, new product development, or NPD, is critical. Customers want to see new things and try new flavours when they come into our stores; sometimes, it’s as simple as seeing their name on a bottle of Coke. But as the Cost of Living crisis hits a crescendo, what will happen to those brands that are pulling back on NPD spend? I ponder over this in this weeks’ podcast.

Is the great hangover from the great pandemic of 2020 the loss of culture in the office? With 37% of Australians working from home regularly, how can a business build its culture over the digital screen? I ponder over this in this weeks' epsiode of Jp's Ponderings.

At the height of the pandemic, I recorded a podcast with Dr Nikolai Petrovsky, a globally-renowned researcher in the field of immunology, endocrinology and vaccine development. He was also the only Australian to have an approved COVID vaccine on the market - and yet, despite his absolute expertise on the subject, YouTube decided to pull my podcast down for "misinformation."

Someone was sitting in an office, making decisions on what people could or could not learn about what was happening around the world.

We were being censored. Fast forward to 2024, and the Government is in a legal stoush with Twitter to remove footage of a recent attack in Sydney. Which begs the question - when does Censorship go too far? And who SHOULD have the ultimate say in what gets censored? I ponder over this in this weeks' episode of JP's Ponderings.

Could the rise in supermarket prices be the forefront of the cost of living crisis, or just another casualty of inflation and growing expenses?

Join me on Jp's Ponderings as I delve into this pressing issue and share my reflections. From surging electricity bills to escalating petrol costs, I'll explore how these changes impact not only households but also businesses like mine.

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Event Management Professional, Startup Expert - Business Development and Marketing Expert. Adelaide’s Tim Possingham has been involved in the motorsport industry for his entire career, and with an impressive track pedigree. As the Founder of the arguably Australia's best motorsports events the Adelaide Motorsport Festival and Adelaide Rally, Tim talks to us about the upcoming 2024 event and his love of all things motorsport.

Imagine starting a $30 million fitness and training e-commerce empire with nothing more than a couple of mates and a maxed out credit card. From sweating it out in the gym to sweatin’ the finances, WOD Life co-founder Andy Lee talks through what it takes to go from a boot-strapped start-up in South Australia to a global e-retailing powerhouse…in South Australia!

If you’ve been hesitant to take the leap into business, this podcast is for you.

Matt Hall is not your average pilot - he's a real life Top Gun and true aviation maverick. His journey began in the Royal Australian Air Force, where he honed his flying skills and became an elite fighter pilot. After retiring from the RAAF, he transitioned seamlessly into the world of competitive aerobatics and air racing, eventually earning his wings as a Red Bull Air Race pilot. With over 20 years of experience in the skies, Matt has earned a reputation as one of the world's most skilled and daring aerobatic pilots. Matt's extraordinary career has seen him perform mind-bending aerobatics and race through challenging courses at breakneck speeds, showcasing his exceptional talent and precision. Buckle up and get ready for this wild ride! ✈️

James Donald Forbes McCann joins JP for what he says is one of his “most prepared for podcasts ever”. Expect a whole lot of surprises as James pitches his unique ideas and opportunities, discusses the Drakes Supermarket expansion and competition, and a whole lot more.

James won 3 awards at the Adelaide Comedy Awards in 2018, and shares his unique experience from his 2019 Adelaide Fringe show, Devil's Advocate (which he was awarded the Adelaide Fringe Weekly for Best Comedy), where the audience submits terrible ideas and he has to defend them.

This podcast is full of intriguing and unique conversations and is not one to be missed.

Edward grew a huge passion for space technology while in high school, after seeing videos of SpaceX rockets returning from space. In year 10 and 11, he developed a model rocket capable of steering itself with electronics and algorithms. He then developed a CubeSat prototype in year 12. Immediately after high school, he embarked on a mission to educate more students about space technology, founding Robinson Aerospace. 

Edward started his first business in year 9, a T-shirt store. He sold the business for $1500 and opened an eBay store selling electronics, which had to be shut down to make time for Robinson Aerospace.

Marmalade or better known as the Div 12 Ressies are Adelaide based content creators sharing the goofy & fun side of Australian Rules Football. From public stunts, choccy milk skulllng & some of the most average goal kicking in footy, these 3 have grown the charts in no time with their unqiue content.

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Natasha Wakefield, is a Women’s Fitness and Nutrition Coach and your new fitness BFF. She will be revealing fitness industry knowledge along with effective strategies to up-level your fitness, nutrition and mindset. From body image to manifestation, this podcast will cover ALL things health and fitness to empower YOU to live your best life. Merch: https://bit.ly/2VEQRzI For more Jp content, check out www.jpdrake.com For the full length podcast: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3i5aryN iTunes: https://apple.co/2FrNODj For business enquiries: media@drakes.com.au

Becoming a T5 paraplegic following a motocross accident doesn’t define Christina’s life. Instead, Christina finds joy in showing people what you CAN do - and to not just focus on what you can’t do.

Not one to let one accident define her life - or her mindset - Christina shares her story about the incident and life since, especially her passion for drifting and the drift car she is building.

Third generation fruiterer Johnny Kapiris is one of SA’s most loveable and controversial retailers. Known for his social media antics and his renowned dislike of foreign-owned supermarket chain Aldi, Johnny has carved out a niche for his popular St Bernards Fruit and Veg shop. His David and Goliath battle with the chain is underpinned by his staunch support of everything local. Having downed half a bottle of Scotch, this episode comes with a language and passion warning! Merch: https://bit.ly/2VEQRzI For more Jp content, check out www.jpdrake.com For the full length podcast: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3i5aryN iTunes: https://apple.co/2FrNODj For business enquiries: media@drakes.com.au

Tilds Search, also known under the username @tilds_search is a verified OnlyFans creator located in Australia tilds is working as a full-time OnlyFans creator & today she will discuss the in's & outs of the business. As a top 0.01% OnlyFans creator, she has created her brand completely independently and continues to expand and look towards different profitable pathways.Throughout this much anticipated episode, Tilds delves into the nitty gritty of the high and lows of the industry she's in. She discusses the life long impacts which she's had and how the judgement of others has strengthened her to push to new heights.

Charlie Dixon is an Australian rules footballer playing for the Port Adelaide Football Club in the AFL. Since starting his career with the Gold Coast Football Club as a young bloke from Cairns, Dixon has become a prompt figure in the football world & has a powerful story to share about his mental health struggles during his career but also lets us in on his passion with cars & how he got started with 'Drivin With Dxion'

Ever wondered what CBD is? or whether or not it's legal? in this podcast we talk to John Leith, leading CBD expert within Australia to talk all things surrounding cannabis and the health benefits.

A social and business entrepreneur, John is Chairman and Founder of the Oz Medicann Group (OMG) an Australian licenced Cannabis CBD and Hemp Wellness company that he established in 2017. OMG has been approved by the Office of Drug Control and its subsidiary, Hemp Oz, already has a successful product line that is distributed through 600+ outlets.

John stepped down as CEO of his highly successful commercial property firm, J&J Properties, his talent company 2DISCOVER and The Innovation Hub and is now full-time Chairman and CEO at the Oz Medicann Group. In this role, he leads the public affairs team to define the companies’ strategic direction and is focused on building the Oz Medicann business both locally and internationally.

Connecting patients with life-changing medicine through the development of cannabinoid therapeutic products in both the newly regulated Australian market as well as existing markets overseas is John's vision. Using a 'Seed to Patient' approach, the OMG business strategy is based on building a vertically integrated business model with operations across the entire supply chain from cultivation, research and product manufacture through to the supply of high-quality therapeutic products to the consumer.