Welcome to The Pros and The Cons Podcast - a conversational audio experience hosted by David Zaharakis and Daniel Smith featuring interviews with athletes, entrepreneurs, TV and film personalities and everything in between.  

Welcome to The Pros and The Cons Podcast - a conversational audio experience hosted by David Zaharakis and Daniel Smith featuring interviews with athletes, entrepreneurs, TV and film personalities and everything in between.

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Elden Henson

Elden Henson joins us from Hollywood via Zoom to chat about his amazing career as an actor. He's known for his roles in Marvel's Daredevil, The Hunger Games, Butterfly Effect alongside Ashton Kutcher and of course the original Mighty Ducks trilogy. Elden chats us through reprising the role on Disney+ in the new series as well as his history starting as a child actor and now being a part of some of the biggest films and TV shows.   Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis Produced by Head On Media www.headonmedia.com

Elden Henson joins us from Hollywood via Zoom to chat about his amazing career as an actor. He's known for his roles in Marvel's Daredevil, The Hunger Games, Butterfly Effect alongside Ashton Kutcher and of course the original Mighty Ducks trilogy. Elden chats us through reprising the role on Disney+ in the new series as well as his history starting as a child actor and now being a part of some of the biggest films and TV shows. Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis Produced by Head On Media <a href="https://www.headonmedia.com/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.headonmedia.com</a>

Ep #29 Elden Henson 

Joe Avati

Joe Avati is an Italian-Australian comedian with a huge cult following across the world. He is the the number one selling bilingual comedian and is the only Australian artist to have had two albums charting simultaneously in the top 5 internationally. Dubbed “The biggest comedian you've never heard of" he joins Daniel and Zacka to chat about his career and life as a travelling comedian.   Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis Produced by Head On Media www.headonmedia.com

Joe Avati is an Italian-Australian comedian with a huge cult following across the world. He is the the number one selling bilingual comedian and is the only Australian artist to have had two albums charting simultaneously in the top 5 internationally. Dubbed “The biggest comedian you've never heard of" he joins Daniel and Zacka to chat about his career and life as a travelling comedian. Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis Produced by Head On Media <a href="https://www.headonmedia.com/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.headonmedia.com</a>

Ep #28 Joe Avati

Tayla Harris

Tayla Harris is a professional boxer and AFLW marquee player for Carlton. She joins the guys to chat about her rise in both sports, her life and controversies.  Tayla is a 2 × All Australian and 2 x Carlton leading goalkicker. She's also currently ranked as the world's fourth best middleweight boxer.  Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis Produced by Head On Media www.headonmedia.com

Tayla Harris is a professional boxer and AFLW marquee player for Carlton. She joins the guys to chat about her rise in both sports, her life and controversies. Tayla is a 2 × All Australian and 2 x Carlton leading goalkicker. She's also currently ranked as the world's fourth best middleweight boxer. Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis Produced by Head On Media <a href="//www.headonmedia.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.headonmedia.com</a>

Ep #27 Tayla Harris 

Ryan Shotton

Special episode today with Melbourne Victory defender Ryan Shotton joining us in the studio and Entourage creator Doug Ellin via Zoom from LA.   Ryan is a former English Premier League defender who has played for Stoke City, Derby County, Birmingham City and most recently Middlesbrough.  For our first repeat guest we've got Doug Ellin back on! The writer and creator of Entourage is working on a new show called Day 1's with Arsenal F.C. legend Thierry Henry. He also has a hit podcast with Kevin Dillon and Kevin Connolly called Victory the Podcast that has been top of the charts in many countries including Australia.  Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis Produced by Head On Media www.headonmedia.com

Special episode today with Melbourne Victory defender Ryan Shotton joining us in the studio and Entourage creator Doug Ellin via Zoom from LA.   Ryan is a former English Premier League defender who has played for Stoke City, Derby County, Birmingham City and most recently Middlesbrough. For our first repeat guest we've got Doug Ellin back on! The writer and creator of Entourage is working on a new show called Day 1's with Arsenal F.C. legend Thierry Henry. He also has a hit podcast with Kevin Dillon and Kevin Connolly called Victory the Podcast that has been top of the charts in many countries including Australia.  Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis Produced by Head On Media <a href="https://www.headonmedia.com/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.headonmedia.com</a>

Ep #26 Doug Ellin and Ryan Shotton 

Harry Jones

Jordan Ridley

Two young guns of the Essendon Bombers, Jordan Ridley and Harry Jones join us in studio. Rids is the current 2020 Crichton Medalist and made the All Australian squad last year. Harry Jones was Essendon’s first pick in the 2019 NAB AFL Draft and debuted in rd 1 2021.   Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis Produced by Head On Media www.headonmedia.com

Two young guns of the Essendon Bombers, Jordan Ridley and Harry Jones join us in studio. Rids is the current 2020 Crichton Medalist and made the All Australian squad last year. Harry Jones was Essendon’s first pick in the 2019 NAB AFL Draft and debuted in rd 1 2021. Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis Produced by Head On Media <a href="https://www.headonmedia.com/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.headonmedia.com</a>

Ep #25 - Harry Jones and Jordan Ridley 

Olympian, 100-metre freestyle world champion and one of the fastest swimmers of all time. James Magnussen joins Daniel and Zacka and talks all things swimming, being an olympian in the spotlight and life after retiring.   Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis  Produced by Head On Media www.headonmedia.com

Olympian, 100-metre freestyle world champion and one of the fastest swimmers of all time. James Magnussen joins Daniel and Zacka and talks all things swimming, being an olympian in the spotlight and life after retiring. Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis Produced by Head On Media <a href="https://www.headonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.headonmedia.com</a>

Ep #24 - James Magnussen

Andrew Gaze

Australian Basketball legend, Andrew Gaze is a hall of fame inductee, 2x NBL Champion, NBA champion and still holds almost all the NBL records. He is the GOAT of Aussie Basketball and joins Zacka and Daniel for an amazing chat

Ep #23 - Andrew Gaze

Sooshi Mango is an Australian comedy group known for their ethnic dad and ethnic mum characters. Andrew, Joe and Carlo join Daniel and David (out of character) to chat about their rise in the comedy world from video skits to live stages and all the way onto our tv screens.  Checkout tour dates at www.sooshimango.com  Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis Produced by Head On Media www.headonmedia.com 

Sooshi Mango is an Australian comedy group known for their ethnic dad and ethnic mum characters. Andrew, Joe and Carlo join Daniel and David (out of character) to chat about their rise in the comedy world from video skits to live stages and all the way onto our tv screens. Checkout tour dates at <a href="http://www.sooshimango.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sooshimango.com</a> Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis Produced by Head On Media <a href="//www.headonmedia.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.headonmedia.com</a>

Ep #22 - Sooshii Mango

Frank Grillo

Frank Grillo is an American actor known for his roles in Warrior, End of Watch, The Grey and cult series Kingdom. He's also portrayed the fan favourite villain, “Crossbones,” in Marvel’s CAPTAIN AMERICA: CIVIL WAR. His most recent movie "Boss Level" starring Naomi Watts and Mel Gibson has just launched and he joins Daniel and David via Zoom from Los Angeles to chat about it and all things Hollywood.  Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis  Produced by Head On Media www.headonmedia.com

Frank Grillo is an American actor known for his roles in Warrior, End of Watch, The Grey and cult series Kingdom. He's also portrayed the fan favourite villain, “Crossbones,” in Marvel’s CAPTAIN AMERICA: CIVIL WAR. His most recent movie "Boss Level" starring Naomi Watts and Mel Gibson has just launched and he joins Daniel and David via Zoom from Los Angeles to chat about it and all things Hollywood. Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis Produced by Head On Media <a href="https://www.headonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.headonmedia.com</a>

Ep #21 - Frank Grillo 

Hosted by Essendon AFL player David Zaharakis and entrepreneur Daniel Smith the Pros and the Cons Podcast is a conversational audio experience with a focus on sports,entertainment and currentevents. Featuring interviews with a wide variety of guests the podcast delves into interesting and engaging topics from a unique perspective. Produced by Head On Media www.headonmedia.com

Adam Gotsis

NFL Defensive End and the highest-drafted Australian-born player in NFL history. Adam Gotsis has played 4 seasons with the Denver Broncos and is currently a free agent. He joins David and Daniel from his home in Denver, Colorado.  Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis  Produced by Head On Media www.headonmedia.com

NFL Defensive End and the highest-drafted Australian-born player in NFL history. Adam Gotsis has played 4 seasons with the Denver Broncos and is currently a free agent. He joins David and Daniel from his home in Denver, Colorado. Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis Produced by Head On Media <a href="https://www.headonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.headonmedia.com</a>

Ep #20 - Adam Gotsis

What to watch during isolation!? Top 5 netflix shows, movie reviews and news all brought to the table by our resident movie expert Carlo Peritore. Recording again from Zacka's theatre room the guys also cover some footy talk including thoughts on the playing at locations pods the implications.  Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis  Produced by Head On Media www.headonmedia.com

What to watch during isolation!? Top 5 netflix shows, movie reviews and news all brought to the table by our resident movie expert Carlo Peritore. Recording again from Zacka's theatre room the guys also cover some footy talk including thoughts on the playing at locations pods the implications. Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis Produced by Head On Media <a href="https://www.headonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.headonmedia.com</a>

Ep #19 - The Movie Ep #2

Arryn Siposs

Arryn Siposs is a former St Kilda player, Auburn University punter and now the newest signing for the Detroit Lions in the NFL. We spoke with Arryn the day of the NFL draft, days before he was signed by the Lions about College Football life, the NFL dream and life after AFL Football.Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis Produced by Head On Media www.headonmedia.com

Arryn Siposs is a former St Kilda player, Auburn University punter and now the newest signing for the Detroit Lions in the NFL. We spoke with Arryn the day of the NFL draft, days before he was signed by the Lions about College Football life, the NFL dream and life after AFL Football. Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis Produced by Head On Media <a href="http://www.headonmedia.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.headonmedia.com</a>

Ep #18 - Arryn Siposs

Creator of HBO series Entourage, Doug Ellin joins the boys who are recording from Zacka's place during self isolation.   Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis Produced by Head On Media www.headonmedia.com

Creator of HBO series Entourage, Doug Ellin joins the boys who are recording from Zacka's place during self isolation. Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis Produced by Head On Media <a href="https://www.headonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.headonmedia.com</a>

Ep #17 - Doug Ellin

First episode of season 2, The Pros and The Cons is back! Abbey Holmes joins the guys, an AFLW premiership player and Channel 7 sport commentator who most recently competed on two seasons (in a row) of Survivor.  Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis  Produced by Head On Media www.headonmedia.com

First episode of season 2, The Pros and The Cons is back! Abbey Holmes joins the guys, an AFLW premiership player and Channel 7 sport commentator who most recently competed on two seasons (in a row) of Survivor.  Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis Produced by Head On Media <a href="https://www.headonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.headonmedia.com</a>

Ep #16 - Abbey Holmes

Michelle Battersby

Michelle Battersby is the former National Lead of Bumble in Australia. After 3 years of launching the dating, networking and friendship app has moved across to Keep It Cleaner, the Health, Wellness and Fitness brand founded by Steph Claire Smith and Laura Henshaw. The guys talked to Michelle about all things business, Bumble and her new move to Melbourne.   Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis  Produced by Head On Media www.headonmedia.com

Michelle Battersby is the former National Lead of Bumble in Australia. After 3 years of launching the dating, networking and friendship app has moved across to Keep It Cleaner, the Health, Wellness and Fitness brand founded by Steph Claire Smith and Laura Henshaw. The guys talked to Michelle about all things business, Bumble and her new move to Melbourne.  Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis Produced by Head On Media <a href="https://www.headonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.headonmedia.com</a>

Ep #15 - Michelle Battersby

Scott Lucas

Winston Rous

Scott Lucas played 270 games and won a Premiership with Essendon Football Club. He is also the CEO of Phoenix Management Group - a sports management company that manage the careers of AFL athletes, from contract negotiation to marketing opportunities. Scott is also joined by Winston Rous, General Manager of Phoenix Management Group and veteran sports agent. They also happen to be the agent for our very own David Zaharakis.    Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis  Produced by Head On Media www.headonmedia.com

Scott Lucas played 270 games and won a Premiership with Essendon Football Club. He is also the CEO of Phoenix Management Group - a sports management company that manage the careers of AFL athletes, from contract negotiation to marketing opportunities. Scott is also joined by Winston Rous, General Manager of Phoenix Management Group and veteran sports agent. They also happen to be the agent for our very own David Zaharakis.   Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis Produced by Head On Media <a href="https://www.headonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.headonmedia.com</a>

Ep #14 - Scott Lucas and Winston Rous

The guys are back after Zacka's injury caused a bit of forced downtime. A new Pros and Cons of the week plus a new sports segment feature in episode number 13!  Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis Produced by Head On Media www.headonmedia.com

The guys are back after Zacka's injury caused a bit of forced downtime. A new Pros and Cons of the week plus a new sports segment feature in episode number 13! Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis Produced by Head On Media <a href="//www.headonmedia.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.headonmedia.com</a>

Ep #13 - We're Back + Sports Thoughts

DJ Tigerlily

Dara AKA DJ Tigerlily is a DJ, Producer and Wellness enthusiast and joins David and Daniel to chat through DJ life, sustainability, mental health and more. Find all her info at https://djtigerlily.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/djtigerlily/  Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis Produced by Head On Media www.headonmedia.com

Dara AKA DJ Tigerlily is a DJ, Producer and Wellness enthusiast and joins David and Daniel to chat through DJ life, sustainability, mental health and more. Find all her info at <a href="https://djtigerlily.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://djtigerlily.com/</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/djtigerlily/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/djtigerlily/</a> Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis Produced by Head On Media <a href="https://www.headonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.headonmedia.com</a>

Ep #12 - DJ Tigerlily

Guests galore live from Crown Palladium for the Grand Final Comedy Debate thanks to Colonial Brewing Co. First up is 3 x Netball Gold Medalist and AFLW Magpies ruckman Sharni Leyton. We are then joined by comedian Adam Rozenbachs just before he went on stage for the comedy debate. The host of this years debate then popped in for a chat; Anthony 'Lehmo' Lehmann who chatted about footy and his comedy career. Finally this years Football Woman of the Year winner; Shelley Ware joined the guys to chat about her work with the Aboriginal community and footy.   Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis Produced by Head On Media www.headonmedia.com

Guests galore live from Crown Palladium for the Grand Final Comedy Debate thanks to Colonial Brewing Co. First up is 3 x Netball Gold Medalist and AFLW Magpies ruckman Sharni Leyton. We are then joined by comedian Adam Rozenbachs just before he went on stage for the comedy debate. The host of this years debate then popped in for a chat; Anthony 'Lehmo' Lehmann who chatted about footy and his comedy career. Finally this years Football Woman of the Year winner; Shelley Ware joined the guys to chat about her work with the Aboriginal community and footy.  Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis Produced by Head On Media <a href="https://www.headonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.headonmedia.com</a>

Ep #11 - Live from the Grand Final Comedy Debate

Hosted by Essendon AFL player David Zaharakis and entrepreneur Daniel Smith the Pros and the Cons Podcast is a conversational audio experience with a focus on sports, entertainment and current events. Featuring interviews with a wide variety of guests the podcast delves into interesting and engaging topics from a unique perspective. Produced by Head On Media <a href="http://www.headonmedia.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.headonmedia.com</a>

The Pros and The Cons

Zacka is back! And this week our resident movie expert Carlo Peritore from This Is Film joins us for our first Movie Episode. He brings Zacka and Smitty up to speed on some new releases as well as phase 4 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Dave also gives us some insight into traveling for footy and the guys catch up on the week before.    Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis Produced by Head On Media www.headonmedia.com

Zacka is back! And this week our resident movie expert Carlo Peritore from This Is Film joins us for our first Movie Episode. He brings Zacka and Smitty up to speed on some new releases as well as phase 4 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Dave also gives us some insight into traveling for footy and the guys catch up on the week before.   Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis Produced by Head On Media <a href="https://www.headonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.headonmedia.com</a>

Ep #8 - The Movie Ep #1 

Jobe Watson

Filling in for a missing Zacka, Daniel has a guest co-host: Essendon legend Jobe Watson.  The guys sit down with American investor, entrepreneur and huge New York Jets fan Gary Vaynerchuck. Gary talks about how he went from his family run liquor store to investing in Facebook, Twitter and Tumblr. We then talk sport, his agency Vayner Sports, Vayner Media and hit him hard with an AFL quiz that needs to be heard (and seen!).   Thanks again to Jobe for filling in for Dave.   Hosted by Daniel Smith and Jobe Watson Produced by Head On Media www.headonmedia.com

Filling in for a missing Zacka, Daniel has a guest co-host: Essendon legend Jobe Watson.  The guys sit down with American investor, entrepreneur and huge New York Jets fan Gary Vaynerchuck. Gary talks about how he went from his family run liquor store to investing in Facebook, Twitter and Tumblr. We then talk sport, his agency Vayner Sports, Vayner Media and hit him hard with an AFL quiz that needs to be heard (and seen!).   Thanks again to Jobe for filling in for Dave.  Hosted by Daniel Smith and Jobe Watson Produced by Head On Media <a href="https://www.headonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.headonmedia.com</a>

Ep #7 - Gary Vee with guest host Jobe Watson

Steph Claire Smith

Steph Claire Smith is a business woman, international model and social media influencer with a whopping 1.4 million followers on instagram. Owner of Keep It Cleaner, Soda Shades and Midnight Co, Zacka and Daniel chat to Steph about the business world, social media and fame, plus a couple of pop quiz segments about the Bombers and Instagram!   Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis Produced by Head On Media www.headonmedia.com

Steph Claire Smith is a business woman, international model and social media influencer with a whopping 1.4 million followers on instagram. Owner of Keep It Cleaner, Soda Shades and Midnight Co, Zacka and Daniel chat to Steph about the business world, social media and fame, plus a couple of pop quiz segments about the Bombers and Instagram!  Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis Produced by Head On Media <a href="https://www.headonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.headonmedia.com</a>

Ep #6 - Steph Claire Smith

Terry Wallace

AFL Hall of Fame legend Terry Wallace and his son current AFL umpire Brent join the guys for a great chat about the dynamics of a former player/coach and umpire in the same family. Terry goes into detail on the effects of being sacked from a football club and Brent talks about his journey from aiming for the AFL draft, playing VFL and then umpiring. Awesome insight into a great AFL family!   Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis Produced by Head On Media www.headonmedia.com

AFL Hall of Fame legend Terry Wallace and his son current AFL umpire Brent join the guys for a great chat about the dynamics of a former player/coach and umpire in the same family. Terry goes into detail on the effects of being sacked from a football club and Brent talks about his journey from aiming for the AFL draft, playing VFL and then umpiring. Awesome insight into a great AFL family!  Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis Produced by Head On Media <a href="https://www.headonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.headonmedia.com</a>

Ep #5 - Terry Wallace and Brent Wallace

Sam Newman

Zacka and Daniel chat about the Bombers win over the weekend and then roll into The Pros and Cons of the Week! We're then joined by AFL great and Footy Show legend Sam Newman who does not hold back on topics ranging from Twitter and politics to Adam Goodes and changes in todays game.   Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis Produced by Head On Media www.headonmedia.com

Zacka and Daniel chat about the Bombers win over the weekend and then roll into The Pros and Cons of the Week! We're then joined by AFL great and Footy Show legend Sam Newman who does not hold back on topics ranging from Twitter and politics to Adam Goodes and changes in todays game.  Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis Produced by Head On Media <a href="https://www.headonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.headonmedia.com</a>

Ep #4 - Sam Newman 

Andrew McCormack

Daniel and Zacka sit down with their first two guests for The Pros and The Cons! First up amazing Melbourne based artist Danielle Weber (@daniellesartworkofficial) tells her incredible stories about being mentored by Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson and flying to the US to paint for Arnold Schwarzenegger. Sports journalist Andrew McCormack joins the guys to chat about the player-journo relationship and Dave grills him on door stopping interviews.   Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis Produced by Head On Media www.headonmedia.com

Daniel and Zacka sit down with their first two guests for The Pros and The Cons! First up amazing Melbourne based artist Danielle Weber (<a href="https://www.instagram.com/daniellesartworkofficial/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@daniellesartworkofficia</a>l) tells her incredible stories about being mentored by Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson and flying to the US to paint for Arnold Schwarzenegger. Sports journalist Andrew McCormack joins the guys to chat about the player-journo relationship and Dave grills him on door stopping interviews.  Hosted by Daniel Smith and David Zaharakis Produced by Head On Media <a href="https://www.headonmedia.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.headonmedia.com</a>

Ep #2 - Danielle Weber and Andrew McCormack

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