Hosted by Sarah and Macca, each episode dives into the stories of people who embody the values of surf lifesaving, both on and off the beach. They uncover the real journeys, unexpected career paths, challenges and lessons from the incredible humans empowering the next generation of lifesavers. From volunteers and leaders to changemakers and trailblazers, these are honest conversations and real stories proving that when the noddy cap comes off, the impact of surf lifesaving is only just beginning.
The Unexpected Path | How Travel, Volunteering & the Ocean Shaped Charlie Bennett's Journey
What happens when you say yes to an opportunity and let it take you somewhere unexpected?
In this episode, we’re chatting with Charlie Bennett, whose passion for the ocean has taken her from scuba diving in Thailand to studying a Master of Ocean Governance and Policy in Tasmania, across the country and across the world.
We explore how volunteering can open doors you never expected, help you build valuable skills, and connect you with incredible people along the way. We also chat about protecting the environment that you love, the value of travelling, gaining life experience, stepping outside your comfort zone and how the people you meet along the way can shape who you become. Charlie’s journey is a reminder that some of the best opportunities come when you put yourself out there and embrace the unknown.
Whether you’re figuring out what comes next, exploring a career in the environment, or wondering where volunteering and travel might take you, Charlie’s story is a reminder that you don’t need to have it all figured out to get started. Sometimes, you just need to say yes and see where it takes you.
In this episode, we cover:
How Charlie’s passion for the ocean has shaped her journey
From scuba diving in Thailand to studying ocean governance in Tasmania
How volunteering can open doors to unexpected opportunities
The power of storytelling in the digital age and protecting what you love
The life experience, personal growth and friendships that can come from travelling
Building skills, confidence and connections by putting yourself out there
Finding your direction without having all the answers
Why saying yes can be the first step towards something bigger
CONNECT WITH THE YOUTH COLLECTIVE:
Instagram → Youth Collective (https://www.instagram.com/_theyouthcollective/)
Website → Click Here (https://theyouthcollective.com.au/)
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1 Oct 2026
Pressure, Performance & Backing Yourself | Surf Lifesaving Hall of Famer Jen Parry
What does it take to perform at the highest level, handle the pressure of the big stage, and find your place in surf lifesaving beyond competition?
This episode, we sit down with Jen Parry, one of Australian surf lifesaving’s most decorated athletes and a recent inductee into the SLSA Hall of Fame.
From joining a small surf club in Emu Park to representing Australia, winning 15 world titles, 29 world championship medals and setting multiple world records, Jen’s career has taken her around the world and across almost every part of surf lifesaving.
But her story doesn’t end when the racing does. From athlete to Australian team selector, mentor and commentator, Jen has continued to find new ways to contribute to the sport. And as we discover, calling surf sports is a whole different challenge to competing in them.
In this episode we cover:
What it’s really like racing on the world stage and dealing with pressure
The transition from elite athlete to Australian team selector and mentor
Why Jen made the move into commentary and what makes surf sports so difficult to call
The preparation, research and nerves that go into commentating live competition
Why some of Jen’s favourite memories have nothing to do with medals
Her advice for athletes chasing selection and competing on the world stage
The one thing Jen wishes she could tell her younger self: back yourself
CONNECT WITH UTC:
Instagram → @_theyouthcollective
Website → www.theyouthcollective.com.au (http://www.theyouthcollective.com.au/)
Every episode we sit down with inspiring people to explore careers, purpose, mental health and what it means to make a difference in your community. Subscribe now so you never miss a conversation that could change yours.
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17 Sept 2026
What Are You Actually Drinking? | Body Armor Co-Founder Tony McQuinn on Hydration, Performance & Building a Business
What if the secret to performing better, feeling better and going home safer was as simple as how you hydrate?
This episode we sit down with Toni McQuinn, co-founder of Body Armor — the Gold Coast based health and performance brand on a mission to bring sports science to the people who need it most.
From compulsory military service in Finland to 12 years in mining and eventually building a business with his brother and best mates, Toni’s journey is anything but ordinary. And his passion for helping people perform at their best, whether they're an elite athlete or a lifeguard on patrol, is contagious.
In this episode we cover:
-What to actually look for on a sports drink label and why most of what's on the shelf isn't doing what you think-The five key electrolytes your body needs and what happens when you get them wrong-The hydration protocol Tony challenges everyone to try for 24 hours-What it's really like to start a business with your brother and best mates
100 no's before the first yes — how Body Armor got its foot in the door-Why Body Armor partnered with Surf Life Saving Queensland-Tony's one piece of advice to his younger self
CONNECT WITH UTC:
Instagram → @_theyouthcollective (https://www.instagram.com/_theyouthcollective/)
Website → theyouthcollective.com.au (https://theyouthcollective.com.au/)
CONNECT WITH BODY ARMOR:
Website → bodyarmour.com.au (https://bodyarmour.com.au/?srsltid=AU7gw4UVqomT_rjti7XhGyY-E8QqJTotb63WZOPxgtJylhfqJIZ4Niun)
Instagram → @bodyarmour.au (https://www.instagram.com/bodyarmour.au/)
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