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The Driver's Seat

The Driver's Seat

If it’s a healthier, happier life you want to lead, but meditation music and yoga pants aren’t your thing, then this podcast - hosted by comedian Dilruk Jayansinha - will have you in The Driver’s Seat in no time! Joined by guests such as Katie Williams, Dave Hughes, Luke Darcy and Craig Foster, Dilruk explores what it takes to lead your best life with the help of health experts and a bunch of his comedy mates, giving insights into his own health journey loosing almost 30kgs too. Mental health, physical health, sleep and more, these comedy-led conversations will be just as entertaining as they are informative, giving you the tools to start feeling great today.

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32 min•
Feb 15, 2023

"The trick is listening because everybody has a story" Triple M's Luke Bona on why your story matters

As cheesy as it may sound every one of us is on a journey, and there are likely some incredible stories that have happened along the way. In this final episode of The Driver’s Seat Dilruk is joined by Triple M’s Luke Bona who has made a career out of hearing the stories of not just the rich and famous, but also everyday Australians.  Luke recalls a story about a hidden sex dungeon (not his own), explains how he got into hot water interviewing Jeffrey Archer, and recalls how a rushed radio ‘birthday announcement’ didn’t come across as special as he had intended. We also meet Linfox truckie Mick Best who explains how his interest in driving began when the queen visited Australia in 1955 and discusses his most unusual passenger – an elephant that he drove through Sydney.

"The trick is listening because everybody has a story" Triple M's Luke Bona on why your story matters
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39 min•
Feb 8, 2023

“Don’t bring the mud through the front door” - Truckie Andrew on keeping strong relationships on and off the road.

Our relationships with the people around us influence more than you might think, from self-worth to purpose. So how do you maintain strong relationships when you're away from home often? Chatting to host Dilruk Jayasinha, Truckie Andrew shares nuggets of wisdom about balancing fatherhood and work on the road, and shares his top tip that could have you shopping for a new bathmat (trust us on this). Tech-expert Trevor Long also stops by to unveil the best gadgets to keep you connected to loved ones no matter where in the world you are, and we meet the CEO of relationships Australia Elizabeth Shaw who reveals the startling reality of loneliness on physical health, as well as the expert insights on how you can build better relationships today.

“Don’t bring the mud through the front door” - Truckie Andrew on keeping strong relationships on and off the road.
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38 min•
Feb 1, 2023

“I’d been so drunk that I couldn’t even remember getting let out,”- Hughsey on addiction and the moments that led him to give up the grog for good

It’s time to re-think everything you know about addiction – that’s the message Professor Dan Lubman from Turning Point Australia has for host Dilruk Jayasinha as they discuss everything from what physiologically drives addiction, to the different faces of addiction. Self confessed addict, comedian Dave ‘Hughsey’ Hughes, joins Dilruk to reflect on how an addictive personality impacted both his life and his career, and they look back at the hilarious yet sobering moments that led him to 30 years of sobriety and a determination to stay in control.  To find out more about Turning Point Australia, visit www.turningpoint.org.au. For alcohol and other drug use If this story has raised issues about your own or others drug and alcohol use, please contact Counselling Online for free confidential counselling or call the National Alcohol and Other Drug Hotline on 1800 250 015. For gambling If this story has raised issues about your own or others gambling, please contact Gambling Help Online for free confidential counselling or call the Gambling Support Hotline on 1800 858 858.

“I’d been so drunk that I couldn’t even remember getting let out,”- Hughsey on addiction and the moments that led him to give up the grog for good
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29 min•
Jan 25, 2023

"If you didn't take breaks, you probably weren't going to survive," - Luke Darcy on the importance of work/life balance

Finding a healthy work/life balance can seem impossible in a world where our phones never switch off, but it might be easier than you think according to Luke Darcy, AFL Legend and podcaster who not only knows how to play the game, but the balancing act too. Chatting to host Dilruk Jayasinha, Luke shares his personal insights on what keeps him grounded outside of work, and what he's learned about balance from some of the world's most successful leaders on his ‘Empowering Leaders’ podcast. Firefighter Steve also joins Dilruk to share how his passion for refurbishing old cars gives him a place to escape the pressures of work. And we'll meet Lorna, a producer by day and DJ by night, whose found a balance that works so well, she wouldn't change it for a million dollars. 

"If you didn't take breaks, you probably weren't going to survive," - Luke Darcy on the importance of work/life balance
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49 min•
Jan 18, 2023

“Finance is a math subject, but it’s far more a psychology subject,” - Motley Fool's Scott Phillips on planning for financial success

Managing your finances is a big part of living your best life.  And before you decide not to press play because ‘all finance people are boring’, let us reveal that Dilruk used to be an accountant!  Yes, he was fired – but it still happened.  In this episode, Dilruk has wrangled his finance friends (that won’t put you to sleep) to talk budgeting and investing.  He unpacks his questionable finance choices with comedian friend Suren Jayemanne (who we are pretty sure Dilruk still owes money to), Scott Phillips, host of The Motley Fool finance podcast, stops by to talk budgeting and wealth creation, and we talk investing with Bryce and Alec from Equity Mates who demystify the stock market, and Arjun Paliwal from InvestorKit who explains why property investment isn’t out of reach.

“Finance is a math subject, but it’s far more a psychology subject,” - Motley Fool's Scott Phillips on planning for financial success
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28 min•
Jan 11, 2023

"Take it when it's easy, don't force it when it's hard" Dr David Cunnington on finding the right sleep schedule for you

Getting some decent shut eye comes naturally to some, but not all of us are blessed with regular schedules and lavender-filled pillows. In this episode, host Dilruk Jayasinha puts sleep under the microscope with Dr David Cunnington, a specialist sleep physician who debunks common sleep myths and shares insights on the best ways to form healthy bedtime routines, no matter what time you go to bed! And we meet Comedian Max price, Founder of the Laughscape App that mixes comedy with sleep stories. To convince Max that Dilruk deserves a second chance at featuring on the app, Dilruk auditions with a sleep story of his own that has Max in stitches.

"Take it when it's easy, don't force it when it's hard" Dr David Cunnington on finding the right sleep schedule for you
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