'Improvise... Adapt... Overcome' - these three words always resonated with Paul de Gelder, but they took on a whole new meaning after he was attacked by a shark in 2009. Paul was working as an elite Navy clearance diver, and the incident caused him to lose two limbs. 

In this episode, Paul and Ant reflect on that day and what saved his life, his mental health in recovery and how humour, resilience and a few good mates can get you through anything. 

Content warning: This episode contains discussions of suicide. If you think you need immediate assistance, call 000. If you would like to speak to someone about your situation, you may wish to contact Lifeline – Call 13 11 14, or visit www.lifeline.org.au.

LINKS
Follow Paul de Gelder on Instagram @pauldegelder
Find out more about Paul on his website https://www.pauldegelder.com/
Paul's book 'Shark' is out now and can be purchased here
Want to see Ant live on stage? Click here for his current tour dates.
Follow Ant on Instagram, X, and Facebook
Learn more about Ant on his website https://www.antmiddleton.com/
Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content – @novapodcastsofficial.

CREDITS
Host: Ant Middleton
Editor: Adrian Walton
Executive Producers: Anna Henvest & Edwina Stott
Managing Producer: Elle Beattie

Find more great podcasts like this at novapodcasts.com.au

Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we produced this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation.

'Improvise... Adapt... Overcome' - these three words always resonated with Paul de Gelder, but they took on a whole new meaning after he was attacked by a shark in 2009. Paul was working as an elite Navy clearance diver, and the incident caused him to lose two limbs. 
In this episode, Paul and Ant reflect on that day and what saved his life, his mental health in recovery and how humour, resilience and a few good mates can get you through anything. 
Content warning: This episode contains discussions of suicide. If you think you need immediate assistance, call 000. If you would like to speak to someone about your situation, you may wish to contact Lifeline – Call 13 11 14, or visit <a href="http://www.lifeline.org.au">www.lifeline.org.au</a>.
LINKS
<ul>
<li>Follow Paul de Gelder on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/pauldegelder/?hl=en">@pauldegelder</a></li>
<li>Find out more about Paul on his website <a href="https://www.pauldegelder.com/">https://www.pauldegelder.com/</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jackbeaumont_official/?hl=en"></a></li>
<li>Paul's book 'Shark' is out now and can be purchased <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/0008529663/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_dl_2BDYXXGPD0PSFF4Q5YVP?linkCode=ml1&amp;tag=pauldegelde0f-20">here</a></li>
<li>Want to see Ant live on stage? Click <a href="https://www.tegdainty.com/tour/fear-bubble-your-life-your-time/">here</a> for his current tour dates.</li>
<li>Follow Ant on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/antmiddleton/">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/antmiddleton">X</a>, and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/antmiddletonsas/">Facebook</a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/antmiddletonsas/"></a></li>
<li>Learn more about Ant on his website <a href="https://www.antmiddleton.com/">https://www.antmiddleton.com/</a> </li>
<li>Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content – <a href="https://www.instagram.com/novapodcastsofficial/">@novapodcastsofficial</a>.</li>
</ul>
CREDITS Host: Ant Middleton Editor: Adrian Walton Executive Producers: Anna Henvest &amp; Edwina Stott Managing Producer: Elle Beattie
Find more great podcasts like this at <a href="http://novapodcasts.com.au">novapodcasts.com.au</a>
Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we produced this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation.

Join Ant Middleton as he speaks with people that have beaten the odds and achieved the unthinkable by getting their head in the game. You’ll hear extraordinary stories of survival, relive heroic moments, unpack the details of life-changing decisions, and celebrate the achievement of seemingly impossible goals. This podcast series highlights what we’re capable of when we harness the power of the mind.

Join Ant Middleton as he speaks with people that have beaten the odds and achieved the unthinkable by getting their head in the game. You’ll hear extraordinary stories of survival, relive heroic moments, unpack the details of life-changing decisions, and celebrate the achievement of seemingly impossible goals. This podcast series highlights what we’re capable of when we harness the power of the mind.

Join Ant Middleton as he speaks with people that have beaten the odds and achieved the unthinkable by getting their head in the game.

Head Game

Mixed Bag

Surviving a Sydney Harbour Shark Attack

In this episode, Ant is joined by Carli McConkey. Carli was just 21 years old when she attended a wellness festival in Sydney one Sunday afternoon. She met with a psychic, hoping to gain some clarity and direction. But that encounter ended up altering the course of her life for 13 years. Carli shares her story of losing her identity, freedom and family. She also opens up about the realisation that she needed to escape, and how she fought against mind control techniques in order to do so. 

If you suspect you or someone you know may be involved in a cult, support is available at www.cifs.org.au

If you think you need immediate assistance, call 000. If you would like to speak to someone for support, you may wish to contact one of the following services. 
Lifeline – Call 13 11 14, or visit www.lifeline.org.au.
1800RESPECT – Call 1800 737 732, or visit www.1800respect.org.au.

LINKS
Find out more about Carli McConkey's book, The Cult Effect, here
More information about Carli's work on cult education and recovery can be found on her website, carlimcconkey.com
Follow Ant on Instagram, X, and Facebook
Learn more about Ant on his website antmiddleton.com
Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content – @novapodcastsofficial.

The matters discussed in this episode are Carli McConkey’s personal opinions and experiences relating to the allegations of abuse detailed in her book The Cult Effect: A True Story of Mind Control in Australia 1996 (2027).

CREDITS
Host: Ant Middleton
Editor: Adrian Walton
Executive Producer: Anna Henvest 
Managing Producer: Elle Beattie

Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation. We pay our respect to Elders past and present. 

In this episode, Ant is joined by Carli McConkey. Carli was just 21 years old when she attended a wellness festival in Sydney one Sunday afternoon. She met with a psychic, hoping to gain some clarity and direction. But that encounter ended up altering the course of her life for 13 years. Carli shares her story of losing her identity, freedom and family. She also opens up about the realisation that she needed to escape, and how she fought against mind control techniques in order to do so. 
If you suspect you or someone you know may be involved in a cult, support is available at <a href="https://www.cifs.org.au/">www.cifs.org.au</a>
If you think you need immediate assistance, call 000. If you would like to speak to someone for support, you may wish to contact one of the following services. 
<ul>
<li>Lifeline – Call 13 11 14, or visit <a href="http://www.lifeline.org.au">www.lifeline.org.au</a>.</li>
<li>1800RESPECT – Call 1800 737 732, or visit <a href="http://www.1800respect.org.au">www.1800respect.org.au</a>.</li>
</ul>
LINKS
<ul>
<li>Find out more about Carli McConkey's book, The Cult Effect, <a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/Cult-Effect-Story-Control-Australia-ebook/dp/B074DFJ3BH">here</a></li>
<li>More information about Carli's work on cult education and recovery can be found on her website, <a href="https://www.carlimcconkey.com/">carlimcconkey.com</a></li>
<li>Follow Ant on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/antmiddleton/">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/antmiddleton">X</a>, and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/antmiddletonsas/">Facebook</a></li>
<li>Learn more about Ant on his website <a href="https://www.antmiddleton.com/">antmiddleton.com</a></li>
<li>Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content – <a href="https://www.instagram.com/novapodcastsofficial/">@novapodcastsofficial</a>.</li>
</ul>
The matters discussed in this episode are Carli McConkey’s personal opinions and experiences relating to the allegations of abuse detailed in her book The Cult Effect: A True Story of Mind Control in Australia 1996 (2027).
CREDITS Host: Ant Middleton Editor: Adrian Walton Executive Producer: Anna Henvest  Managing Producer: Elle Beattie
Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation. We pay our respect to Elders past and present.

Life Inside a Cult

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For as long as Jeffrey Morgan can remember, he's lived in survival mode. His earliest memories are dominated by family violence, gambling, and alcoholism - so at just 12 years old, Jeff decided he'd be safer on the streets than under his own roof. 

What followed were years of having to fend for himself, and although he never wanted to hurt anyone, crime became a 'habit' for Jeff and his crew. 

At 37 years old, sitting in a jail cell, Jeff decided that he'd had enough. He transformed his life, and today is serving his community through his mindset coaching and leadership programs. In this episode, he shares his inspiring life story. 

LINKS
Find out more about Jeff Morgan at jeffreymorgan.com.au
Follow Ant on Instagram, X, and Facebook
Learn more about Ant on his website antmiddleton.com
Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content – @novapodcastsofficial.

CREDITS
Host: Ant Middleton
Editor: Adrian Walton
Executive Producer: Anna Henvest 
Managing Producer: Elle Beattie

Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation. We pay our respect to Elders past and present. 

For as long as Jeffrey Morgan can remember, he's lived in survival mode. His earliest memories are dominated by family violence, gambling, and alcoholism - so at just 12 years old, Jeff decided he'd be safer on the streets than under his own roof. 
What followed were years of having to fend for himself, and although he never wanted to hurt anyone, crime became a 'habit' for Jeff and his crew. 
At 37 years old, sitting in a jail cell, Jeff decided that he'd had enough. He transformed his life, and today is serving his community through his mindset coaching and leadership programs. In this episode, he shares his inspiring life story. 
LINKS
<ul>
<li>Find out more about Jeff Morgan at <a href="https://jeffreymorgan.com.au/">jeffreymorgan.com.au</a></li>
<li>Follow Ant on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/antmiddleton/">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/antmiddleton">X</a>, and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/antmiddletonsas/">Facebook</a></li>
<li>Learn more about Ant on his website <a href="https://www.antmiddleton.com/">antmiddleton.com</a></li>
<li>Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content – <a href="https://www.instagram.com/novapodcastsofficial/">@novapodcastsofficial</a>.</li>
</ul>
CREDITS Host: Ant Middleton Editor: Adrian Walton Executive Producer: Anna Henvest  Managing Producer: Elle Beattie
Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation. We pay our respect to Elders past and present.

The Moment That Made This Bank Robber Turn His Life Around

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Aminata Conteh-Biger is an author, inspirational speaker, Founder and CEO of a non-profit organisation, The Aminata Maternal Foundation.

Aminata was born in Sierra Leone, growing up in Freetown. Following her kidnap, imprisonment and subsequent release by rebel soldiers during the 11-year civil war, Aminata became one of the first Sierra Leonean refugees to be settled in Australia.

She shares her harrowing experience in this episode, reflects on how she processed her trauma to build a new life on the other side of the world, and shares stories about the man who first taught her strength and kindness. 

CW: In this episode, Aminata shares her confronting first-hand experience of war.  This contains discussions of rape, murder and abuse. If you think you need immediate assistance, call 000. If you would like to speak to someone for support, you may wish to contact one of the following services. 
Lifeline – Call 13 11 14, or visit www.lifeline.org.au.
1800RESPECT – Call 1800 737 732, or visit www.1800respect.org.au.

LINKS
Find out more about the Aminata Maternal Foundation and their amazing work at aminatamaternalfoundation.org
If you're in Sydney or Melbourne and would like to support the Foundation, consider taking part in the First Breath Walk  this Saturday November 2nd. For more information and to donate, find details here
Purchase a copy of Rising Heart here
Follow Ant on Instagram, X, and Facebook
Learn more about Ant on his website antmiddleton.com
Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content – @novapodcastsofficial.

CREDITS
Host: Ant Middleton
Editor: Adrian Walton
Executive Producer: Anna Henvest 
Managing Producer: Elle Beattie

Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation. We pay our respect to Elders past and present. 

Aminata Conteh-Biger is an author, inspirational speaker, Founder and CEO of a non-profit organisation, The Aminata Maternal Foundation.
Aminata was born in Sierra Leone, growing up in Freetown. Following her kidnap, imprisonment and subsequent release by rebel soldiers during the 11-year civil war, Aminata became one of the first Sierra Leonean refugees to be settled in Australia.
She shares her harrowing experience in this episode, reflects on how she processed her trauma to build a new life on the other side of the world, and shares stories about the man who first taught her strength and kindness. 
CW: In this episode, Aminata shares her confronting first-hand experience of war.  This contains discussions of rape, murder and abuse. If you think you need immediate assistance, call 000. If you would like to speak to someone for support, you may wish to contact one of the following services. 
<ul>
<li>Lifeline – Call 13 11 14, or visit <a href="http://www.lifeline.org.au">www.lifeline.org.au</a>.</li>
<li>1800RESPECT – Call 1800 737 732, or visit <a href="http://www.1800respect.org.au">www.1800respect.org.au</a>.</li>
</ul>
LINKS
<ul>
<li>Find out more about the Aminata Maternal Foundation and their amazing work at <a href="https://aminatamaternalfoundation.org/">aminatamaternalfoundation.org</a></li>
<li>If you're in Sydney or Melbourne and would like to support the Foundation, consider taking part in the First Breath Walk  this Saturday November 2nd. For more information and to donate, find details <a href="https://amf-first-breath-walk.raiselysite.com/">here</a> </li>
<li>Purchase a copy of Rising Heart <a href="https://www.amazon.com.au/Rising-Heart-Aminata-Conteh-Biger-ebook/dp/B084P342WZ">here</a></li>
<li>Follow Ant on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/antmiddleton/">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/antmiddleton">X</a>, and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/antmiddletonsas/">Facebook</a></li>
<li>Learn more about Ant on his website <a href="https://www.antmiddleton.com/">antmiddleton.com</a></li>
<li>Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content – <a href="https://www.instagram.com/novapodcastsofficial/">@novapodcastsofficial</a>.</li>
</ul>
CREDITS Host: Ant Middleton Editor: Adrian Walton Executive Producer: Anna Henvest  Managing Producer: Elle Beattie
Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation. We pay our respect to Elders past and present.

How Aminata Conteh-Biger Turned Harrow Into Hope

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Surviving a Sydney Harbour Shark Attack

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