Introducing The Dusty Allen Show. A place where you'll find truly extraordinary conversations, with everyday people. 

Introducing The Dusty Allen Show. A place where you'll find truly extraordinary conversations, with everyday people.

Episode Zero: Welcome to The Dusty Allen Show

Strap in for a wild and hilarious conversation with Maddie 'Cheese Boss' Gleeson. We follow her hilarious and touching journey from starting a business with just $120 in her pocket, to now running the best cheese board business in Victoria. 

Strap in for a wild and hilarious conversation with Maddie 'Cheese Boss' Gleeson. We follow her hilarious and touching journey from starting a business with just $120 in her pocket, to now running the best cheese board business in Victoria.

Episode One: Maddie Gleeson

Kieran Ryan

You're young. You're healthy. You're diagnosed with COVID-19. Kieran Ryan tells of his experience being diagnosed with, enduring and ultimately recovering from coronavirus. He also shares why he does ultramarathons for fun and why a dark moment in his life led him to the career he now has with Movember. If any of these topics are distressing to you or if you know someone you might need some help, please refer to the links below:   Lifeline 13 11 14 lifeline.org.au https://au.movember.com/mens-health/get-support

You're young. You're healthy. You're diagnosed with COVID-19. Kieran Ryan tells of his experience being diagnosed with, enduring and ultimately recovering from coronavirus. He also shares why he does ultramarathons for fun and why a dark moment in his life led him to the career he now has with Movember. If any of these topics are distressing to you or if you know someone you might need some help, please refer to the links below: Lifeline 13 11 14 <a href="https://www.lifeline.org.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeline.org.au</a> <a href="https://au.movember.com/mens-health/get-support" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://au.movember.com/mens-health/get-support</a>

Episode Two: Kieran Ryan

"You may not walk again". Trav McKenzie had those words spoken to him 5 years ago. Rather than let it rattle him, it strengthened his resolve to wring the most out of life. Iron Man, Full Forward, Father, Entrepreneur and my friend. The story of Trav McKenzie will amuse you, inspire you and take your breath away all at the same time.    Check out his marketing agency: http://ntsqsports.com/   Or suss out one of his retreats: http://ntsqvelo.com/   Or follow him on the gram: @travmckenzie

"You may not walk again". Trav McKenzie had those words spoken to him 5 years ago. Rather than let it rattle him, it strengthened his resolve to wring the most out of life. Iron Man, Full Forward, Father, Entrepreneur and my friend. The story of Trav McKenzie will amuse you, inspire you and take your breath away all at the same time.  Check out his marketing agency: <a href="http://ntsqsports.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://ntsqsports.com/</a> Or suss out one of his retreats: <a href="http://ntsqvelo.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://ntsqvelo.com/</a> Or follow him on the gram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/travmckenzie/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@travmckenzie</a>

Episode Three: Travis McKenzie

Maddie Garrick

Maddie Garrick is a professional basketballer who has represented Australia at the highest level. A country girl at heart, we share some tales of growing up in the bush as she explains that the path to success is not always linear.  We touch on how she puts just as much focus on mental health, as she does her physical and emotional health. We reminisce about the terrors of growing up playing basketball on bitumen courts and how most kids like to play with fire growing up.  You can read up about her professional career here. You can follow her on instagram here as well as her latest @ballerbeats.

Maddie Garrick is a professional basketballer who has represented Australia at the highest level. A country girl at heart, we share some tales of growing up in the bush as she explains that the path to success is not always linear.  We touch on how she puts just as much focus on mental health, as she does her physical and emotional health. We reminisce about the terrors of growing up playing basketball on bitumen courts and how most kids like to play with fire growing up.  You can read up about her professional career <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Madeleine_Garrick" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a> You can follow her on instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/maddiegarrick/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> as well as her latest <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ballerbeats___/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@ballerbeats</a>.

Episode Four: Maddie Garrick

Caitlin Bassett

Caitlin Bassett stands out from the crowd, and it's not just due to being 6ft 5in tall. She's the captain of the Australian Diamonds netball team and proud Dog Mum. She opens up to the challenges she faced growing up as a 'tall' girl and what she's learned from her life as an elite athlete, in particular, the dangers of putting people in pedestals. 

Caitlin Bassett stands out from the crowd, and it's not just due to being 6ft 5in tall. She's the captain of the Australian Diamonds netball team and proud Dog Mum. She opens up to the challenges she faced growing up as a 'tall' girl and what she's learned from her life as an elite athlete, in particular, the dangers of putting people in pedestals.

Episode Five: Caitlin Bassett

Donna Buchanan is a yoga instructor, business owner, vegan and a mother. We dive into the world of yoga and why men appear to have such an aversion to doing it.   We also discuss her vegan lifestyle and how she navigated it in the 'early' days of veganism. She also tell the story of Pumba the chicken and Piggie Smalls, the pet pig she walked on the beaches of LA.  We ask why there are no World Yoga Championships ?   Some vegan recipes for you to try here: https://ohsheglows.com/ and https://www.veganricha.com .    You can also follow her yoga adventures here at The Yoga Vine as well as the academy here

Donna Buchanan is a yoga instructor, business owner, vegan and a mother. We dive into the world of yoga and why men appear to have such an aversion to doing it. We also discuss her vegan lifestyle and how she navigated it in the 'early' days of veganism. She also tell the story of Pumba the chicken and Piggie Smalls, the pet pig she walked on the beaches of LA.  We ask why there are no <a href="https://youtu.be/Wq0NSTgIBkQ." rel="nofollow" target="_blank">World Yoga Championships</a> ? Some vegan recipes for you to try here: <a href="https://ohsheglows.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://ohsheglows.com/</a> and <a href="https://www.veganricha.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.veganricha.com</a> .  You can also follow her yoga adventures here at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/theyogavine/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Yoga Vine</a> as well as the <a href="https://www.theyogavineacademy.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">academy</a> here

Episode Six: Donna Buchanan

Mason Cox

A 6'10” foreigner who's never heard of Melbourne? You'd be thinking, "What an idiot, right?". Mason Cox is far from it. Somewhat of an enigma in Australia, he sticks to his values and enjoys the fact that he had a relatively 'unknown' life before arriving in Australia.   He shares what motivates him, why he believes it's important to align with your purpose and why the criticism he sometimes cops doesn't faze him. He also tells me why he's keen to stick around in Australia once he's finished playing professional sport.

A 6'10” foreigner who's never heard of Melbourne? You'd be thinking, "What an idiot, right?". Mason Cox is far from it. Somewhat of an enigma in Australia, he sticks to his values and enjoys the fact that he had a relatively 'unknown' life before arriving in Australia. He shares what motivates him, why he believes it's important to align with your purpose and why the criticism he sometimes cops doesn't faze him. He also tells me why he's keen to stick around in Australia once he's finished playing professional sport.

Episode Seven: Mason Cox

Patrick Cripps

Lessons in leadership. Patrick Cripps is a leader on and off the field. In this episode he elaborates on what leadership means to him and the fact that it's not about a title, it's about getting the best out of people as well on what constitutes success. We discuss why Patrick is always striving to get better and how his core values show up in his life. A real ripper this one. 

Lessons in leadership. Patrick Cripps is a leader on and off the field. In this episode he elaborates on what leadership means to him and the fact that it's not about a title, it's about getting the best out of people as well on what constitutes success. We discuss why Patrick is always striving to get better and how his core values show up in his life. A real ripper this one.

Episode Eight: Patrick Cripps

Lumberjack. Hockey player. Salesman. Yogi. Learn some invaluable life lessons from Chesley Long, an entrepreneur who has lived on the road around the world for the last 5 years.

Lumberjack. Hockey player. Salesman. Yogi. Learn some invaluable life lessons from Chesley Long, an entrepreneur who has lived on the road around the world for the last 5 years.

Episode Nine: Chesley Long

Extraordinary stories are everywhere, you just need to know where to find them. Join Dusty Allen as he has fascinating conversations with interesting humans.

From sleeping at local ovals and demonstrating antisocial behaviour, former professional basketballer Greg Hire shares how a chance encounter with a head coach set him on a path that would change his life for the better.    A self-confessed member of WA's 'KGB' growing up, he explains why his difficult upbringing gave him the insight and perspective to give back to the community that helped him as a teenager. We also deep dive into the stigma that still surrounds mental health in our community.    If you wish to find out more about his charity and how they aim to educate their participants about the importance of mental health and wellbeing, you can check it out here:   https://stitchintime.org.au/    You can also follow along Greg's journey on instagram

From sleeping at local ovals and demonstrating antisocial behaviour, former professional basketballer Greg Hire shares how a chance encounter with a head coach set him on a path that would change his life for the better.  A self-confessed member of WA's 'KGB' growing up, he explains why his difficult upbringing gave him the insight and perspective to give back to the community that helped him as a teenager. We also deep dive into the stigma that still surrounds mental health in our community.  If you wish to find out more about his charity and how they aim to educate their participants about the importance of mental health and wellbeing, you can check it out here: <a href="https://stitchintime.org.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://stitchintime.org.au/</a> You can also follow along Greg's journey on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/greg4hire/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">instagram</a>

Episode Ten: Greg Hire

Paul Mackinnon

Paul Mackinnon is a run technique and gait training specialist, specialising in performance and injury prevention. We dive into some of the common fears that people have around running and how to overcome them.  A former professional hockey player, he shares some hilarious tales from his time travelling the world playing hockey in Europe and sneaking into Olympic Villages. You can check out what Paul does best by visiting his website The Balanced Runner or his instagram @thebalancedrunner     - This episode was recorded at Backlot Studios Melbourne. Check em out for all your audio recording and production needs @the_backlot_studios

Paul Mackinnon is a run technique and gait training specialist, specialising in performance and injury prevention. We dive into some of the common fears that people have around running and how to overcome them.  A former professional hockey player, he shares some hilarious tales from his time travelling the world playing hockey in Europe and sneaking into Olympic Villages. You can check out what Paul does best by visiting his website <a href="https://www.tbrunner.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Balanced Runner</a> or his instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thebalancedrunner/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@thebalancedrunner</a>  - This episode was recorded at <a href="https://www.thebacklotstudios.com/audio-production" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Backlot Studios Melbourne</a>. Check em out for all your audio recording and production needs <a href="https://www.instagram.com/the_backlot_studios/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@the_backlot_studios</a>

Episode Eleven: Paul Mackinnon

Max Gawn

Max Gawn is the captain of the Melbourne Football Club. He opens up about his leadership and what it's like to lead a group of millennials in sport, as well as the impact the typical 'male banter' can have on an individual and group. He shares what a performance mindset looks like in the most trying of conditions as well as some fascinating insights on his leadership style.    This episode is sponsored by our friends from IAMTHIRSTY. For a special addition to your drink or cocktail at home or at a function, check out iamthirsty.com.au or @iamthirstyau on Instagram. You can purchase online as well as view their full list of stockists. Don't forget to use the code THIRSTYFORDUSTY to get 20% off.  

Max Gawn is the captain of the Melbourne Football Club. He opens up about his leadership and what it's like to lead a group of millennials in sport, as well as the impact the typical 'male banter' can have on an individual and group. He shares what a performance mindset looks like in the most trying of conditions as well as some fascinating insights on his leadership style.  This episode is sponsored by our friends from IAMTHIRSTY. For a special addition to your drink or cocktail at home or at a function, check out <a href="https://www.iamthirsty.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iamthirsty.com.au</a> or <a href="https://www.instagram.com/iamthirstyau/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@iamthirstyau</a> on Instagram. You can purchase online as well as view their full list of stockists. Don't forget to use the code THIRSTYFORDUSTY to get 20% off.

Episode Twelve: Max Gawn

Tjimari Sanderson-Milera has taken it upon himself to educate his community and beyond on the rich indigenous culture of Australia. A proud Kokatha and Narungga man, he is the founder and director of Kumarninthi Cultural Education, which means ‘becoming one’. He’s ensuring that todays children have the knowledge to be culturally respectful for all indigenous peoples moving forward. You can check out on instagram at @kumarninthi or at www.kumarninthi.com.au ______________________________________________________________________ This episode is sponsored by our friends from IAMTHIRSTY. For a special addition to your drink or cocktail at home or at a function, check out iamthirsty.com.au or @iamthirstyau on Instagram. You can purchase online as well as view their full list of stockists. Don't forget to use the code THIRSTYFORDUSTY to get 20% off.  

Tjimari Sanderson-Milera has taken it upon himself to educate his community and beyond on the rich indigenous culture of Australia. A proud Kokatha and Narungga man, he is the founder and director of Kumarninthi Cultural Education, which means ‘becoming one’. He’s ensuring that todays children have the knowledge to be culturally respectful for all indigenous peoples moving forward. You can check out on instagram at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kumarninthi/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@kumarninthi</a> or at <a href="http://www.kumarninthi.com.au" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.kumarninthi.com.au</a> ______________________________________________________________________ This episode is sponsored by our friends from IAMTHIRSTY. For a special addition to your drink or cocktail at home or at a function, check out <a href="https://www.iamthirsty.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iamthirsty.com.au</a> or <a href="https://www.instagram.com/iamthirstyau/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@iamthirstyau</a> on Instagram. You can purchase online as well as view their full list of stockists. Don't forget to use the code THIRSTYFORDUSTY to get 20% off.

Episode Thirteen: Tjimari Sanderson-Milera

Brendan Major

Brendan Major is a man of many talents. Premiership Coach. Dr of Philosophy in Neuroscience. PHD holder and self confessed process freak. We chat about the origins of strength and conditioning in sport, the impact of concussions on athletes and what he has learned does and doesn't work in coaching athletes...and what the corporate world can learn from it.  A truly informative and fun conversation.  SHOW NOTES: What does FIGJAM mean?

Brendan Major is a man of many talents. Premiership Coach. Dr of Philosophy in Neuroscience. PHD holder and self confessed process freak. We chat about the origins of strength and conditioning in sport, the impact of concussions on athletes and what he has learned does and doesn't work in coaching athletes...and what the corporate world can learn from it.  A truly informative and fun conversation.  SHOW NOTES: <a href="https://www.dictionary.com/browse/figjam#:~:text=%2F%20(%CB%88f%C9%AA%C9%A1%CB%8Cd%CA%92%C3%A6m)%20%2F,slang%20a%20very%20conceited%20person" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">What does FIGJAM mean?</a>

Episode Fourteen: Brendan Major

Ali Day is an Iron Man. Not the triathlon kind, but the Aussie surfing kind. And he's good. Bloody good. He's won every event possible, even a few times over. But one freak accident nearly took it all away... Aside from being a champion on the sand and in the surf, Ali is an incredible human away from his sport. We take a deep dive into his mental health journey and the tools that he implemented to get him out of a dark place mentally. This is a really insightful and inspiring chat for anyone who likes to look after their mental health

Ali Day is an Iron Man. Not the triathlon kind, but the Aussie surfing kind. And he's good. Bloody good. He's won every event possible, even a few times over. But one freak accident nearly took it all away... Aside from being a champion on the sand and in the surf, Ali is an incredible human away from his sport. We take a deep dive into his mental health journey and the tools that he implemented to get him out of a dark place mentally. This is a really insightful and inspiring chat for anyone who likes to look after their mental health

Episode Fifteen: Ali Day

Father. DJ. Run Club Founder. Yoga Instructor. There is not much Charlie Dark can't do. Growing up in the 80s to immigrant parents from West Africa in the gritty South London scene, Charlie shares stories of his days listening to pirate radio, attending posh schools and how music saved and then transformed his life. He also tells of how he came to be a runner and how he actually enjoys meeting people who he has nothing in common with.   Touring with some of the biggest musical acts on the planet, Charlie Dark has lived a life and he shares many funny, frustrating and fantastic stories in a conversation that will fill your cup, no matter what you're in to.    You can follow Charlie at @daddydarkrdc or @run.dem.crew to catch up on all his goings on!

Father. DJ. Run Club Founder. Yoga Instructor. There is not much Charlie Dark can't do. Growing up in the 80s to immigrant parents from West Africa in the gritty South London scene, Charlie shares stories of his days listening to pirate radio, attending posh schools and how music saved and then transformed his life. He also tells of how he came to be a runner and how he actually enjoys meeting people who he has nothing in common with. Touring with some of the biggest musical acts on the planet, Charlie Dark has lived a life and he shares many funny, frustrating and fantastic stories in a conversation that will fill your cup, no matter what you're in to.  You can follow Charlie at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/daddydarkrdc/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@daddydarkrdc</a> or <a href="https://www.instagram.com/run.dem.crew/?hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@run.dem.crew</a> to catch up on all his goings on!

Episode Sixteen: Charlie Dark

A great conversation in EP 1 which was perfect to tune into while doing some work. A great example of how far confidence will take you. Well done Dusty, off for wine and cheese.

Worth the listen

Dusty - great show, mate. I liked the first episode a lot. 

You did a great job of managing the conversation and covered a great range of topics. It was entertaining and I especially loved the banter. 

Audio was good quality. Loved the intro. 

5 stars.

Loved the banter!

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