Ducks Don't Get Cold Feet
By Jp Drake
Jp Drake. Second generation grocer, first generation lover of people and their stories. That's probably because he has access to some of the most influential and successful people in Australia. Face of the surprisingly popular LinkedIn video series Retail Wrap, podcasting is the only way we can shut him up.
Ducks Don't Get Cold FeetDec 13, 2019
JP's Ponderings - Are we going too far with Censorship?
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.
JP's Ponderings - Cost of Living, Inflation & House Prices
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.
Tune in to my new series where I tackle a range of topics every week. Don't forget to hit subscribe for more insightful episodes!
DDGCF #47 with Tim Possingham - Adelaide Motorsport Festival Director & Event Manager
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.
Sweat Equity - How Andy Lee and Ben Dineen took The WOD Life from Plastic to Powerhouse
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 - RAAF Top Gun Fighter Pilot and Red Bull Air Race World Champion
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 - Writer, Stand-Up Comedian & Multi-Talented Creative
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.
Aaron Palmer and Rik Carr- Adelaide's Best Low & Slow BBQ Grillers
Adelaide's Best BBQers Aaron Palmer and Rik Carr joins me on my podcast. Rik was a butcher who got tired of selling mince meat and chicken breast schnitzels, turning instead to the BBQ scene, both competing and sponsoring teams. Now running his infamous RG's food truck with a cult following for his delicious low and slow meats, Rik is living the dream. Aaron Palmer is the genius behind the ever- popular YouTube channel@LownSlowBasics. Starting with the goal to teach beginners how to cook a wide range of meats on different grills and barbeques, Aaron is sharing the art of BBQ around the world right from little old Adelaide.
Edward Robinson - 20-Year-Old CEO, Robinson's Aerospace Systems
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 - Div12 Footy Legends and social media stars (Full Length)
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 - Women’s Fitness and Nutrition Coach, Body image, Girl Fit Method (Full Length)
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
Christina Vithoulkas - Life in a wheelchair after motocross accident, she’s trading two wheels for four
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.
Johnny Kapiris - St Bernard's F&V, Aldi Hater (Full Length)
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 - Only Fans Creator, Social Media Star & Sex Therapist
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 - AFL Star, all things cars & men's mental health
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'
Roger Rasheed - Elite Performance and Professional Tennis Coach.
Roger Rasheed is a former Australian rules football player, tennis player, tennis coach and tennis commentator. Rasheed is best known as Grand Slam coach of Australian former World No 1 Leyton Hewitt. In addition, Rasheed is a media personality on channel 7 and is the founder of the Roger Rasheed Sports Foundation.
Ducks don't get cold feet...but water does roll off their back. Jp Drake. Second generation grocer, first generation lover of people and their stories. That's probably because he has access to some of the most influential and successful people in Australia.
...But They Do Grow CBD! (John Leith) - What is CBD and is it LEGAL in Australia?
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.
Brad Moran - Full-Time Entrepreneur and Ex AFL Player (Podcast Full Length)
Bradley Moran (born 29 September 1986 in England) is a former Australian rules footballer in the Australian Football League. Since 2011, when he retired as an AFL player, Moran has worked in business, founding two startup technology companies, NoQ in 2011 and CitrusAd in 2017. CitrusAd was acquired in July 2021 by French company Publicis for a reported $205 million.
...But They Do Drive to Survive - Women in Motorsport and Gender Norms (Courtney Amelia Tyler & Lisa Totani)
The goal of the program is to grow interest in STEM subjects and industries amongst school girls with the aim of increasing female participation in these sectors, using motorsport as a tool to expose them to the incredible opportunities and career paths.
...But They Do Develop Vaccines (Nikolai Petrovsky - Everything YOU Need to Know About Covid-19 and the Vaccine)
... But They Do Commentate Sports (Jarrod Walsh
... But They do Strive to do Better (Michael "Mojo" Johnson - Performance Coach)
Fast forward to today and Michael is a global leader in evidence based business, personal development training, specialising in human performance. As the private coach to some of Australia's top industry leaders, experts, sporting heads and rich listers, Michael has an esteemed client list worth over a billion dollars. Michael masterfully delivers training events, workshops and seminars to audiences from general public through to large corporate teams. He teaches implementable, scientific based tools and strategies to help people smash limitations and perform better in their personal and professional lives.
Join me in this motivating and inspirational PODCAST EPISODE!
... but They Do Know How to Cook (Duncan Welgemoed)
His first "real, proper, getting-the-shit-kicked-out-of-me kind of job" as a chef was at French restaurant La Bouchee in South Kensington, London. From there, he did stints at Fat Duck and Restaurant Gordon Ramsay before moving down under. Today, Welgemoed is head chef and co-owner of Adelaide's renowned "ugly-delicious" Africola, plays a hand in the newly-established Drink Easy awards, and can often be found putting on a masterclass or feeding the masses at food festivals around the country.
Join me in this amazing podcast with the fascinating Duncan Welgemoed.
George Freney - Entrepreneur, Space Explorer and Success and Failures of Life
I have been involved with many technology-centric businesses as an investor, advisor, founder, director and executive. In 2007 I helped found conTgo a market-leading mobile travel technology platform which was sold in 2013. In 2012 I co-founded booodl to solve a complex problem for physical retail businesses. I led the company from initial idea through 5 rounds of fundraising, securing strategic customers and partnerships, multiple strategies and product pivots and the decision to stop pursuing the mission.
I am a Founding Partner at 11point2 which runs a Collaborative Entrepreneurial Innovation Lab focused on helping people, businesses and government identify and validate worthwhile ideas.
Noel Faggotter (Noel's Caravans) - SA Icon, Life Long Passion and Purpose Driven
As a traveler and caravanner himself and with his family, he knew exactly what he needed to enjoy his outback holidays. Noel wanted to focus on personalised designs built especially for the customer.
Get ready for this SA Icon and some amazing life advice.
... but They do Defeat World Champions! (Antonio "The Spartan" Caruso
A multiple-time BJJ champion, Caruso is proud of his work ethic and ability to apply pressure, and he believes that most opponents cannot handle his intensity, both standing and on the ground. His goals in ONE Championship are to stake his claim as a world-class competitor and to become the first mixed martial arts World Champion from South Australia.
Jamu Tonic, Start Up to Successful Business - Dirty Clean Eats
...but They Do Create Magic! (Vinh Giang)
...but They Do Twitch (Amber Paladin)
Amos Gill - Australian Comedian / Adelaide Fringe Performer
The Late Bloomers - Adelaide Fringe
Is Clown School a Real Thing? Erin Fowler Fringe Performer
Erin Fowler Movement: www.erinfowlermovement.com/
Joanne Hartstone - Adelaide Fringe Award Winner / International Performer
Matt Tarrant - Adelaide Fringe Magician/Survivor Contestant!
... but They Do Inspire the Youth of Today (Erin Faehrmann)
W: www.youthopportunities.com.au
Insta: Youth Opportunities (@youth_opportunities)
Fb: facebook.com/YouthOpportunitiesAssociation (@YouthOpportunitiesAssociation)
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/youth-opportunities-association-sa-inc
... but They Do Spread Mental Health Awareness (Erin Faehrmann)
.... but They do Paint the Town! (Joel 'Vans the Omega')
... but They Do DJ! (Tom Cotter)
... but They Do Evoke Magical Realism (Emma Hack)
... but They Do Film YouTube Videos (Cameron Doyle)
... but They Do Brew Beer (Big Shed Brewing Concern)
... but They Do Produce The Best Meat (Darren Thomas)
... but They Do Know How To Make Art (Dorothy Di Stefano)
... but They Do Take Joy In Their Work (Angelo Kotses)
...but They Do Hustle! (Kayla Banfield)
... but They Do Get Married At First Sight (Micky Goonan)
"Everyone is entitled to their opinions. Not everyone is entitled to the facts"
... but They Do Know Financing (John Purl)
... but They Can Hack (Cyber Security)
...but They do Reach for the Stars (Flavia Tata Nardini)
... but If They Ain't First They're Last (James Winslow)
...but They Do Eat Healthy (Jason Roberts)
...but Do You Even Lift Bro? (James Newbury)
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