Empowering Leaders
Empowering Leaders is a TV show on Seven. The program has been available since 2025. A total of 18 episodes have been broadcast, most recently in June 2025.
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57:00Empowering Leaders
Dr. Peter Rea shares why character beats talent—and the three simple questions every parent should ask their kids. A powerful episode on leadership, resilience, and raising better humans.
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31:00Bec Daniher shares her inspiring leadership journey and personal mission to defeat MND, ahead of Big Freeze 11. A moving story of action, humor, and hope in the face of family heartbreak.
45:00Dr. Ben Hamer joins Luke Darcy to explore the future of work, AI’s impact, generational shifts, and why curiosity, emotional intelligence, and adaptability are essential skills for tomorrow’s leaders.
52:00Dixie Marshall shares her journey from sports journalism to government and board leadership, reflecting on career shifts, effective communication, gender equity, and the skills that matter most in modern leadership.
55:00Dr. Andy Walshe reveals how to unlock elite performance through empathy, curiosity, and preparation—offering powerful insights from his work with Olympians, innovators, and global leaders pushing human limits.
52:00Lorena Bernal shares her journey from international actress to lifestyle entrepreneur, inspiring women to live intentionally, love fearlessly, and lead authentically—on and off the stage.
54:00Vincent Fantauzzo shares his remarkable journey from adversity to artistic acclaim, revealing how creativity, connection, and his neurodivergence helped him overcome obstacles and redefine what it means to lead through art.
48:00Dr. Pippa Grange joins Luke Darcy to explore fear, fulfilment, and soulful leadership - revealing how vulnerability, love, and mindset shifts can transform performance, reshape culture, and redefine what it means to win
57:00The one and only Bruce McAvaney joins Luke Darcy for a beautifully honest and vulnerable conversation about his journey from a five-year-old who dreamt of calling the Melbourne Cup, to undisputed broadcasting legend.
1:16:00Wil Anderson joins Luke Darcy for a raw, funny, and inspiring chat about comedy, resilience, and staying true to yourself—from farm kid to frontman of Aussie entertainment.
50:00Legendary coach Mike Brey shares lessons from his storied career, his approach to leadership, mentoring young talent like Dyson Daniels, and insights from working alongside basketball’s biggest coaching minds.
54:00Luke Darcy chats with entrepreneur and legal innovator Tyson Ballard about AI in law, music, lifestyle ventures, and the leadership mindset driving his diverse, game-changing businesses and creative projects.
53:00Paul Barnes, McLaren Racing’s Director of Support and Logistics, shares insights on leadership, teamwork, and F1 logistics, following McLaren’s flawless victory at the Australian Grand Prix.
33:00Tania Obst transformed the Adelaide Thunderbirds from 23 straight losses to back-to-back championships. In this episode, she shares her journey of resilience, leadership, and building a winning team culture, offering valuable insights for leaders everywhere.
28:00Luke Darcy dives into the incredible life of John Wayne Parr, one of the most legendary figures in combat sports. Described by Joe Rogan as one of the "baddest dudes ever," the 10-time world champion is an icon in Muay Thai and kickboxing.
50:00Suzanne Williams, VP of Sports Marketing at Q30 Innovations, compares the effects of one-off concussions with the new science around repetitive head impacts and discusses the device that could protect brain health.
28:00Jeff talks us through his lead up to the game, gives his best tips for overcoming the hurdles life throws at all of us, reflects on his past career in global risk management at Bank of America, and shares his secrets for his greatest passion - developing incredible people to be at the top of their game on and off the field.
41:00He’s passionate about leading by example, honest about the journey he’s taken to become a better communicator - especially on the home front, and has some incredible insights to share about harnessing the power of your competitive spirit. Rio also talks candidly about his relationships with the great Sir Alex Ferguson, and...