We're not here to talk about business. We're here for the madness.
Give It A Nudge is for the people who looked at a safe, predictable life and walked the other way. Every guest gets one question: when did you grab life by the collar and give it a nudge? From there, anything goes.
Expect chaos. Expect honesty. Expect to laugh at things you probably shouldn't.
Dr. Jemma King: Human Behavior Specialist & Author | Moscow Nightclubs to Training Special Forces
In this episode of Give It A Nudge, host Steve Grace sits down with human behaviour scientist, performance expert, and author Dr. Jemma King to explore what it truly takes to thrive under extreme pressure and adapt in a rapidly changing world.
Dr. King breaks down her remarkable journey of leaning into discomfort and backing herself, taking her from managing a mafia-frequented nightclub in 1990s Moscow during perestroika to conducting research and teaching emotional regulation to Australia's elite Special Forces.
Together, Steve and Dr. King unpack the science of stress and explain how reframing anxiety as excitement can turn cortisol into fuel for peak performance. They dive into the mechanics of brain health and recovery, revealing how deep sleep physically sweeps out toxic proteins and why short-sleeper genes exist.
Finally, they cover actionable biohacks like strategic napping, humming, and sauna protocols, while discussing why emotional intelligence and human connection will be the ultimate differentiators for future leaders in the age of AI.
1 Oct 2026
From MAFS Chaos to Australian Women’s Advocate: How Lauren Dunn Gave Life a Nudge
We’re keeping the momentum going for our new launch with another epic episode!
Steve is joined by the delightfully outspoken Lauren Dunn for an in-depth, wild ride through reality TV, viral fame, and life post-MAFS.
Trace Lauren’s story from the moment producers spent years sliding into her DMs, to sitting in front of an Endemol Shine panel, and using the show as a radical "line in the sand" to finally break free from a toxic six-year relationship.
She breaks down the harsh realities of filming - from strict drink limits and isolation to navigating fake personas, wedding day strippers, and an unopened mountain hotel honeymoon designed to make couples turn on each other.
Lauren reflects candidly on the brutal aftermath of reality TV: returning home with no clients, no income, and an Instagram account locked by the network, before turning her chaotic life around to build a thriving brand. She shares her rules on brand deals, turning down massive payouts for gambling ads, helping small female-led businesses, and transforming her personal trials into powerful advocacy for women across Australia.
1 Oct 2026
Giving Life a Nudge: Author & Environmental Leader Natalie Kyriacou OAM
Another incredible episode to kick off our new season launch!
In this episode, Steve sits down with author, social entrepreneur, and global environmental leader Natalie Kyriacou OAM.
Natalie reflects on her journey from begging for unpaid volunteer roles and cleaning animal enclosures at the RSPCA to founding organisations and advising on global policy.
Following the international release of her book Nature’s Last Dance, she breaks down the intersection of environmental policy, corporate accountability, and why true impact must supersede financial return. Steve and Natalie explore the future of environmental storytelling, global conservation, and why humour and hope remain our most powerful tools for driving systemic change.
Watch the full episode now!
Who has been a guest on Give It A Nudge
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David Pysden
Brittany
Nima Kermani
Rowan McNamee
Dain Walker
Reach and audience
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YouTube views
153,647
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Spotify
5.0 / 5
4 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 50 / 100
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Quality
39
Social presence
0
YouTube
86
Engagement
68
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