Episode 7: Penelope Jordan

A bike rave,Korean BBQ, bouldering and pole dancing are just a handful of new things the First Timers Club has tried, since kicking off in January 2024. And Penelope Jordan couldn’t be more thrilled that her idea for a club for curious grown-ups looking to connect with others, has taken off. The genesis for FTC came after she returned from a stint overseas and following Melbourne’s COVID lockdowns, when she and her friend Rosie held their first activity when it was just the two of them. But the popularity has grown, where complete strangers come together to do a thing, realising the ‘first time’ isn’t necessarily about the activity, but rather getting past the fear and anxiety of showing up in the first place. 



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Hosts: Jack Riewoldt and Shane McCurry



Thanks to our guest Penelope Jordan:



To learn more about Penelope:

First Timers Club on Instagram

The First Timers Club website

The First Timers Club ABC News

The First Timers Club Frankie



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Episode 7: Penelope Jordan
A bike rave, Korean BBQ, bouldering and pole dancing are just a handful of new things the First Timers Club has tried, since kicking off in January 2024. And Penelope Jordan couldn’t be more thrilled that her idea for a club for curious grown-ups looking to connect with others, has taken off. The genesis for FTC came after she returned from a stint overseas and following Melbourne’s COVID lockdowns, when she and her friend Rosie held their first activity when it was just the two of them. But the popularity has grown, where complete strangers come together to do a thing, realising the ‘first time’ isn’t necessarily about the activity, but rather getting past the fear and anxiety of showing up in the first place. 
 
TWO AM I Listen Curiously
 
CREDITS
 
Hosts: Jack Riewoldt and Shane McCurry
 
Thanks to our guest Penelope Jordan:
 
To learn more about Penelope:
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/firsttimerssclub/?hl=en">First Timers Club on Instagram</a>
<a href="https://www.firsttimersclub.com.au/">The First Timers Club website</a>
<a href="https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-04-15/first-timers-club-sports-team-alternative-new-friends-melbourne/103682338">The First Timers Club ABC News</a>
<a href="https://www.frankie.com.au/article/how-penelope-jordan-launched-first-timers-club-for-curious-grown-ups-612455">The First Timers Club Frankie</a>
 
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We are all collectors by nature, holding onto things that are important to us throughout life. Some may have a deep significance, others might be trivial or reveal a hidden talent, but all have a special meaning behind or within them that reflect where we have been, who we are now and who we will become.



This is the essence of TWO AM I – an adventure of stories, told through the lens of two personal items. 



Each episode hosts Jack Riewoldt and Shane McCurry chat to extraordinary people about their two special items, their climb of the mountain – and the ups and downs of life – to learn how those moments have shaped who each person really is.



Why TWO AM I?

Two hosts: a shared experience.

One guest: and their two special items.

TWO AM I – Who AM I: honest and real conversations about the big questions in life.



Listen Curiously.

We are all collectors by nature, holding onto things that are important to us throughout life. Some may have a deep significance, others might be trivial or reveal a hidden talent, but all have a special meaning behind or within them that reflect where we have been, who we are now and who we will become.
 
This is the essence of TWO AM I – an adventure of stories, told through the lens of two personal items. 
 
Each episode hosts Jack Riewoldt and Shane McCurry chat to extraordinary people about their two special items, their climb of the mountain – and the ups and downs of life – to learn how those moments have shaped who each person really is.
 
Why TWO AM I?
Two hosts: a shared experience.
One guest: and their two special items.
TWO AM I – Who AM I: honest and real conversations about the big questions in life.
 
Listen Curiously.

Each episode hosts Jack Riewoldt and Shane McCurry chat to extraordinary people about their two special items, their climb of the mountain – and the ups and downs of life – to learn how those moments have shaped who each person really is.

TWO AM I

We are all collectors by nature, holding onto things that are important to us throughout life. Some may have a deep significance, others might be trivial or reveal a hidden talent, but all have a special meaning behind or within them that reflect where we have been, who we are now and who we will become.This is the essence of TWO AM I – an adventure of stories, told through the lens of two personal items. Each episode hosts Jack Riewoldt and Shane McCurry chat to extraordinary people about their two special items, their climb of the mountain – and the ups and downs of life – to learn how those moments have shaped who each person really is.

Why TWO AM I?

Two hosts: a shared experience.

One guest: and their two special items.

TWO AM I – Who AM I: honest and real conversations about the big questions in life.

Listen Curiously.

We are all collectors by nature, holding onto things that are important to us throughout life. Some may have a deep significance, others might be trivial or reveal a hidden talent, but all have a special meaning behind or within them that reflect where we have been, who we are now and who we will become.This is the essence of TWO AM I – an adventure of stories, told through the lens of two personal items. Each episode hosts Jack Riewoldt and Shane McCurry chat to extraordinary people about their two special items, their climb of the mountain – and the ups and downs of life – to learn how those moments have shaped who each person really is.
Why TWO AM I?
Two hosts: a shared experience.
One guest: and their two special items.
TWO AM I – Who AM I: honest and real conversations about the big questions in life.
Listen Curiously.

The curious club for grown-ups sparking connection and taking the fear out being a first timer – Penelope Jordan

Episode 9: Jack Riewoldt & Shane McCurry

They first met at a café in Richmond in Melbourne, and Jack and Shane admit, it was ‘connection at first sight’. The pair realised straight away that they shared a passion for leadership, growth and a fascination for people and their stories. What began as a professional relationship at the Richmond Football Club, turned into a friendship and partnership co-hosting TWO AM I. And in this final episode of Season 4, Jack and Shane reflect on their guests over the past eight episodes, and what they learned from each; from how to embrace your inner child, to believing in yourself and others, and how to breathe through the tough stuff.



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Hosts: Jack Riewoldt and Shane McCurry



To learn more about Jack and Shane:

Jack on Instagram

Shane on Instagram

Jack on LinkedIn

Shane on LinkedIn

Jack and Authentic Leaders Group

Shane McCurry



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Episode 9: Jack Riewoldt &amp; Shane McCurry
They first met at a café in Richmond in Melbourne, and Jack and Shane admit, it was ‘connection at first sight’. The pair realised straight away that they shared a passion for leadership, growth and a fascination for people and their stories. What began as a professional relationship at the Richmond Football Club, turned into a friendship and partnership co-hosting TWO AM I. And in this final episode of Season 4, Jack and Shane reflect on their guests over the past eight episodes, and what they learned from each; from how to embrace your inner child, to believing in yourself and others, and how to breathe through the tough stuff.
 
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CREDITS
 
Hosts: Jack Riewoldt and Shane McCurry
 
To learn more about Jack and Shane:
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/riewoldtjack08/?hl=en">Jack on Instagram</a>
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/shane_mccurry/?hl=en">Shane on Instagram</a>
<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jack-riewoldt-a89ba8127/">Jack on LinkedIn</a> 
<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/shanemccurry/">Shane on LinkedIn</a>
<a href="https://www.authenticleaders.group/">Jack and Authentic Leaders Group</a>
<a href="https://www.shanemccurry.com/">Shane McCurry</a>
 
Find TWO AM I on social media here:
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Embracing your inner child, believing in yourself and others, and breathing through the tough stuff - Jack & Shane

Episode 8: Tansel Ali

Tansel Ali used to have a terrible memory. He’d forget people’s names, conversations he’d just had, numbers, and even had difficulties remembering what he just read. It was when he started learning ‘memory techniques’ that he realised his memory wasn’t bad, it was just untrained. Tansel was in his early 20s when he discovered memory training, at the same time he learned he needed serious stomach surgery, having been diagnosed with Crohn’s Disease. So while he recovered in hospital he put his mind to work. Since then, Tansel has been crowned four-time Australian Memory Sports Champion, memorised two Yellow Pages phone books, authored two books, created educational initiatives for schools and helped people with dyslexia, ADHD, as well as high performance athletes, keynote speakers and corporate leaders.



**We would like to say an extra special thank you to Tansel for recording this episode with us just a few days after his Dad had passed away, we so appreciated his willingness to sit down and chat and be so open. Our condolences to Tansel and his family**



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Hosts: Jack Riewoldt and Shane McCurry



Thanks to our guest Tansel Ali:



To learn more about Tansel:

Tansel on Instagram

Tansel on LinkedIn

Tansel on X

Tansel on YouTube

Tansel Ali website



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Episode 8: Tansel Ali
Tansel Ali used to have a terrible memory. He’d forget people’s names, conversations he’d just had, numbers, and even had difficulties remembering what he just read. It was when he started learning ‘memory techniques’ that he realised his memory wasn’t bad, it was just untrained. Tansel was in his early 20s when he discovered memory training, at the same time he learned he needed serious stomach surgery, having been diagnosed with Crohn’s Disease. So while he recovered in hospital he put his mind to work. Since then, Tansel has been crowned four-time Australian Memory Sports Champion, memorised two Yellow Pages phone books, authored two books, created educational initiatives for schools and helped people with dyslexia, ADHD, as well as high performance athletes, keynote speakers and corporate leaders.
 
**We would like to say an extra special thank you to Tansel for recording this episode with us just a few days after his Dad had passed away, we so appreciated his willingness to sit down and chat and be so open. Our condolences to Tansel and his family**
 
TWO AM I Listen Curiously
 
CREDITS
 
Hosts: Jack Riewoldt and Shane McCurry
 
Thanks to our guest Tansel Ali:
 
To learn more about Tansel:
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/tansel.a.l.i/?hl=en">Tansel on Instagram</a>
<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanselali/?originalSubdomain=au">Tansel on LinkedIn</a>
<a href="https://x.com/tanselali?lang=en">Tansel on X</a>
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyNbNHIpyWcefiXS7dINMJA">Tansel on YouTube</a>
<a href="https://www.tanselali.com/">Tansel Ali website</a>
 
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How storytelling, emotions and imagination help build a strong healthy memory – Tansel Ali

Episode 6: Ben Northey

Music was in Benjamin Northey’s blood from a young age, and he credits his teachers at Ballarat Clarendon College for encouraging his path into music where he studied flute, clarinet and saxophone. But it was the belief and mentorship of John Hopkins who encouraged Ben, at age 29, to be the first candidate for his new Master of Music in Conducting degree at the Victorian College of the Arts and Music that he will never forget. Now as Chief Conductor of the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra and Principal Conductor, Artistic Advisor Learning and Engagement of the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, Ben says he’s one of the luckiest people he knows because he loves what he does. From conducting orchestras the world over, to collaborating with big names including Tim Minchin, James Morrison, Sting and Hilltop Hoods, Ben is living his dream and is ever grateful for those who helped him get there.



TWO AM I Listen Curiously



CREDITS



Hosts: Jack Riewoldt and Shane McCurry



Thanks to our guest Benjamin Northey:



To learn more about Ben:

Ben on Instagram

Ben on LinkedIn

Benjamin Northey website

Ben Northey on Wikipedia

Melbourne Symphony Orchestra: Ben Northey

Christchurch Symphony Orchestra: Ben Northey



Links from this episode:

Edward Elgar: English composer

Finland’s Sibelius Academy

Vladimir Jurowsky: Conductor

John Hopkins: Conductor & mentor

London Philharmonic Orchestra



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Episode 6: Ben Northey
Music was in Benjamin Northey’s blood from a young age, and he credits his teachers at Ballarat Clarendon College for encouraging his path into music where he studied flute, clarinet and saxophone. But it was the belief and mentorship of John Hopkins who encouraged Ben, at age 29, to be the first candidate for his new Master of Music in Conducting degree at the <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/University_of_Melbourne_Faculty_of_VCA_and_MCM">Victorian College of the Arts and Music</a> that he will never forget. Now as Chief Conductor of the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra and Principal Conductor, Artistic Advisor Learning and Engagement of the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, Ben says he’s one of the luckiest people he knows because he loves what he does. From conducting orchestras the world over, to collaborating with big names including Tim Minchin, James Morrison, Sting and Hilltop Hoods, Ben is living his dream and is ever grateful for those who helped him get there.
 
TWO AM I Listen Curiously
 
CREDITS
 
Hosts: Jack Riewoldt and Shane McCurry
 
Thanks to our guest Benjamin Northey:
 
To learn more about Ben:
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/maestrobenny/?hl=en">Ben on Instagram</a>
<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-northey-43b09a45/?originalSubdomain=au">Ben on LinkedIn</a>
<a href="http://www.benjaminnorthey.com/biography/">Benjamin Northey website</a>
<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Benjamin_Northey">Ben Northey on Wikipedia</a>
<a href="https://www.mso.com.au/behind-the-music/meet-the-musicians/benjamin-northey">Melbourne Symphony Orchestra: Ben Northey</a>
<a href="https://cso.co.nz/orchestra/">Christchurch Symphony Orchestra: Ben Northey</a>
 
Links from this episode:
<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edward_Elgar">Edward Elgar: English composer</a>
<a href="https://www.uniarts.fi/en/units/sibelius-academy/">Finland’s Sibelius Academy</a>
<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vladimir_Jurowski">Vladimir Jurowsky: Conductor</a>
<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Hopkins_(conductor)">John Hopkins: Conductor &amp; mentor</a>
<a href="https://lpo.org.uk/">London Philharmonic Orchestra</a>
 
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The curious club for grown-ups sparking connection and taking the fear out being a first timer – Penelope Jordan

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