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Awake Academy
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Resilience
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Self-Worth
Positive Psychology
Relationships
Menopause
Imposter Syndrome
Wellness
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Celebration Of Wins
Nutrition
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You can change your life and A Wake Up Call will show you how.

Hosted by Layne Beachley AO and Tess Brouwer, founders of Awake Academy, this is the podcast that gets real about what it takes to live awake - no filters, no fluff, just truth, science, and stories that will shake you out of autopilot and into action.

Each episode is packed with practical tools, honest conversations, and powerful wake... more

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If you have ever wondered:

“I work with negative people and it really affects how I feel. How do I stop letting them influence my emotions?”

“I am in my 50s heading into my 60s. How do I stay strong for the people I love as the years tick by?”

“Wh... more

If you have ever wondered:

“How does someone come out of the worst thing that ever happened to them more grateful, not less?”

“What am I supposed to do with myself once I have finally got the thing I was chasing?”

“Why does money stress leak into ... more

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If you have ever wondered:

“How can two people hear exactly the same thing and walk away with completely different stories?”

“Why does disagreeing online get personal so fast?”

“What do I actually do when something I read online gets under my skin... more

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If you have ever wondered:

“How do people actually do hard things when I can barely find the energy for mine?”

“Why does every achievement seem to cost me so much?”

“Is pulling back going backwards, or is it the smartest move I can make?”

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Recent Guests

Tristan Knowles
Six-time Paralympian, Paralympic gold medalist, wheelchair basketball captain, AIA ambassador
Australian Rollers; AIA
Episode: They Told Me 50/50. It Was 5 Per Cent.
Sam Gash
Ultramarathon runner, Explorer, and Australian Survivor personality
Self-Driven/Brand collaborations not specified
Episode: Sam Gash on the Power of the Pause
Hamish McLachlan
Broadcaster, sports commentator and student of life lessons
Former broadcaster, sport commentator
Episode: Hamish McLachlan on the Last Three Percent
Kate Save
Accredited practicing dietician, clinical exercise physiologist, founder of Be Fit Food
Be Fit Food
Episode: Food is your Performance Tool with Kate Save
Kemi Nekvapil
Executive coach and author
Kemi Nekvapil
Episode: The Worthiness Episode: Why You're Always Worthy of the Ask (with Kemi Nekvapil)
Dr. Kristy Goodwin
One of Australia's leading neuro-performance scientists, PhD researcher, keynote speaker
Dr Kristy Goodwin
Episode: The Success Tax: How Burnout Sneaks Up on High Performers (with Dr. Kristy Goodwin)
Harry Garside
Australia's Olympic boxer, author, and advocate for vulnerability and emotional intelligence
Olympic boxer, author of The Good Fight, AIA ambassador
Episode: The Man Behind the Fighter: Masculinity, Self-Worth, and the Courage to Be Seen (with Harry Garside)
Josh Pittman
Performance coach, meditation teacher, author of Behind the Mask
Behind the Mask Coaching / Awake Academy
Episode: Behind the Mask - Performance, Identity, and the Courage to Take It Off (with Josh Piterman)
Heather Ford
Sexologist, founder of Core Restore Co.
Core Restore Co.
Episode: The Body Episode: Pelvic Floors, Sexual Health, and the Knowledge You Were Never Given (with Heather Ford)

Hosts

Layne Beachley
Seven-time world champion surfer and founder of Awake Academy; co-host focused on high-performance, wellbeing, and personal transformation.
Tess Brouwer
Co-host and founder of Awake Academy; brings practical coaching, vulnerability, and leadership perspectives.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 43 ratings
  • Just listen

    Real insight from real and related people. Excellent.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Josh0074
    Australiaa month ago
  • Love this podcast 🥰

    Such a great combination of wisdom, warmth and humour!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jaijai36
    New Zealand3 months ago
  • Great advice

    Epic.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lamaters
    Australia3 months ago
  • A genuinely refreshing listen

    Love this podcast. Always well informed, thoughtful, funny & grounded in real conversation

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NASA123476
    Australia3 months ago
  • Perfect for a morning drive

    Thought provoking, yet funny and light too.

    Tess and Layne’s friendship and humanness shines as they share beautiful moments, memories, thoughts and delve into difficult and thought provoking topics.

    My Monday drive to work ritual!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Edes_7
    Australia3 months ago

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Episodes are well-produced and consistently offer meaningful wake-up calls and actionable tips.
Listeners praise the practical, warm, and thoughtful approach.
Hosts' friendship and honesty come through, making difficult topics feel accessible.
The show is thought-provoking, funny, and grounded in real conversation.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Sam Gash on the Power of the Pause
Q: How do you decide when to push forward and when to pause, especially when you're away from family?
She emphasizes intentionality and prioritizing the long-term mission and family, using pauses to protect energy, and recognizing that sometimes stepping back is itself a strategic move toward sustaining momentum later.
Sam Gash on the Power of the Pause
Q: What is the drive to pursue such extreme challenges when there's no prize at the end?
Sam explains that the drive evolves over time, shifting from external rewards to a deep craving for proving what's possible, the joy of solving an intricate puzzle, and staying committed to a purpose that feels meaningful beyond trophies or money.
When You Can’t Be Bothered: Motivation, Overwhelm & the Juggle
Q: This is one of the community questions: How do you get motivation when you're feeling really unmotivated?
They suggest identifying root causes, taking small, doable actions (the bare minimum), and using breath work or a brief reset to re-engage, then gradually building momentum.
The Man Behind the Fighter: Masculinity, Self-Worth, and the Courage to Be Seen (with Harry Garside)
Q: What wake-up call helped you understand yourself better?
Harry points to a series of small moments, notably the Reach Foundation experience and a shift toward embracing vulnerability, which gradually redefined how he sees himself beyond boxing success.
The Performance Brain - Psychological Flexibility, Trust and the Neuroscience of Peak Performance
Q: What are the six pillars of the Hexaflex?
They are cognitive and psychological flexibility components including acceptance and commitment therapy basics, diffusion from thoughts, staying in the moment, values-driven behavior, mindfulness, and a mindful, curiosity-driven approach to experiences; importantly, they integrate to form a non-pathological model for peak performance.

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A Wake Up Call centers on practical self-improvement, high-performance, and health-forward living, blending science, personal stories, and actionable strategies. Episodes often explore boundaries, burnout, mindset, and wellbeing for busy professionals, leaders, athletes, and coaches, with frequent guests from health, sport, neuroscience, and leadership spaces. Notable throughlines include resetting routines for better energy, embracing boundaries and self-care, and using evidence-based tools to improve mental and physical performance. Sponsorships and collaborations (e.g., wellness and health brands) frequently surface, underscoring a mission to empower listeners to wake up from autopilot and take intentional action in work and life.

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1. Tristan Knowles
2. Sam Gash
3. Hamish McLachlan
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5. Kemi Nekvapil
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7. Harry Garside
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