The Working Class
The Working Class is a podcast about careers and what people actually do at work. Host John Menegon, an Australian FIFO worker, interviews people from various professions to learn how they ended up in their jobs and what the reality of the work is like. The show aims to help listeners discover potential career paths and whether they should turn their passion into a job. Original music for the podcast is written and performed by the host.
Episodes
S02E08 - Matt Connolly - Business owner, maritime engineer/project manager.
On this episode I’m talking to Matt Connolly. Matt has led an interesting career in the maritime industry which has taken him around the world in a number of capacities. After suffering a potentially life affecting injury in his first year of university, Matt didn't let it affect his trajectory, opting to follow his ambitions, with the realisation that sometimes life deals you challenges, b
S02E07 - Andy Cole - Occupational therapist, North Queensland Cowboys biggest fan, rock star!
On this episode I’m talking to Andy Cole. Andy had a plan, get to the U.S. and play music with some of his idols, which he achieved. Playing alongside some of the worlds biggest bands at major festivals, as well as writing/recording/performing a song to honour/empower "his" team, the North Queensland Cowboys. In addition to being an exceptional bass player, endorsed by Schecter guitar
S02E06 - Nigel Beatty - Superyachts, Royal British Navy, watermelon salesman, anti-entrepreneur.
On this episode I’m talking to Nigel Beatty. Nigel, like most of us, struggled to find direction early on in life. This resulted in Nigel reinventing himself a number of times to pursue passion and other interests which led him from selling watermelon slices in Greece, to joining the Navy, to being a scuba instructor, to captaining super yachts, to selling super yachts, to dealing with a battle
S02E05 - Brian Connell - fast cars, tyres, mags and good times.
On this episode I’m talking to Brian Connell. Brian's have a long interesting career, from leaving school early, to being involved and somewhat instrumental in the success of the Bob Jane brand, manufacturing the first mag wheel in Australia and bringing Mercedes AMG brand to Australia. Fast cars and fun times, welcome Brian Connell.FREE MUSIC!!!Kaitigi | Free Listening on SoundCloudSupport
S02E04 - Gavin Great - electrician, managing director, electrician......coolant salesman.......?
On this episode I’m talking to Gavin Great from Great Energy. Gavin has had a long interesting career, from completing an apprenticeship as an electrician, to starting a company which went all the way to the ASX, to selling that company and starting all over again. We talk all things power generation, from how it's done, the future and what's realistic in today's climate. Buckle
S02E03 Michael Quinn, ex army intelligence officer, conflict resolution specialist, CEO
On this episode I’m talking to Michael Quinn. Michael is a conflict resolution specialist working with first nation communities as well as businesses and corporations. He believes his experience and life lessons learned as an intelligence officer in the military has given him the tools to excel in his field and aids in his progression to CEO of a new Qantas charity.FREE MUSIC!!!Kaitigi | Free Li
S02E02 Will Stormont, ex-soldier, personal trainer, mental health advocate.
Will is a personal trainer amongst other things. He left a career in the army's cavalry to feel somewhat lost at what to do next. Leaving behind your mates, your job, your purpose is something that many ex-military (and other) personnel deal with upon their departure from service. After confronting some personal demons he found a need to revisit his youth in an attempt to put these demons
S02E01 Adam Cerutti "Crazy Adam". Tattooist/artist.
In this episode I talk to Adam Cerutti "Crazy Adam". Adam has decades of tattooing experience. He's worked all over the world and has worked alongside some interesting cats. Listen in and you'll learn that tattooing isn't just about having an ability to draw, being an artist is a never ending quest in finding art in everything in all media. True artists never stop crea
S01E21. Just the music
A collection of every original track used on every episode to date!! My interest in creating music ebbs and flows, and to be fair, since I've started the podcast it's ebbed more than flowed. I've still got heaps of riffs and ideas in my working files folder, so who knows maybe one day I'll make more music. Thanks for supporting the podcast, thanks to the vocalists contributi
S01E20. Peter Gill, radio icon.
Peter is a veteran on the Australian radio scene working extensively in radio and sound production with a notable tenure in Tamworth in the fledgling years of the Tamworth country music festival. Listen in the hear how an illness early in life forced Peter into isolation where he found a companion in radio, which led to a long career in the industry he loves. Peter embraces technology and talks
S01E19. Tanya Murphy, scuba instructor, journalist, musician.
Tanya’s come all the way from WA to settle here in North Queensland. Tanya leads a very busy life where she’s lucky enough to pursue 3 of her passions, journalism, scuba diving and music. Listen in to hear how Tanya is able to find that balance of doing what she loves as well as maintaining a healthy mind and body. Www.tanyamurphymusic.comKaitigi | Free Listening on SoundCloudSend us Fan MailSup
S01E17. Matt Donnellan. Executive chef.
Matty is from Manly in Sydney. Matty learned early on in his career as a boilermaker that it wasn’t for him. He found his passion in cooking and became a chef. As well as gaining experience in Australia, he’s worked as an executive chef for major hotels throughout Asia and even appeared as a guest chef on Masterchef Vietnam. Buckle up and enjoy the ride. Kaitigi | Free Listening on SoundCloudS
S01E16. Jacqueline Larsen vocal coach/events coordinator
Jack Larsen is a vocal coach and events coordinator. Due to covid, she's had to find ways to reinvent herself to supplement her income and maintain her own mental health and that of her constituents. Listen in the Jack's story.Music: the butcherKaitigi | Free Listening on SoundCloudSend us Fan MailSupport the showFREE MUSIC!!!Kaitigi | Free Listening on SoundCloudSupport the show
S01E18. Curtis Pitt, member of Parliament.
Curtis is an MP, currently the state member for Mulgrave. He has held a number of positions in politics and continues to represent his constituents. Listen in how after completing an arts degree Curtis followed his interests in the arts and media, before ultimately following in his father's footsteps into politics. Kaitigi | Free Listening on SoundCloudSend us Fan MailSupport the showFREE M
S01E15. Colin Baumgartner, production engineer.
All the way from Canada, Colin's worked in a number of countries as a production engineer in the oil and gas industry. Listen in to hear how working in the physically demanding aspect of the industry working as a roughneck, inspired him to study and advance his career so that he continues to work in the industry he loves.Music: thebakerKaitigi | Free Listening on SoundCloudSend us Fan Mail
S01E14. Brett Robinson, performance coach/podcaster
Buckle up guys and girls!! We cover so much ground in this podcast. A great discussion with an industry leader in "optimising human potential through mindset, breathwork, movement and holistic health". In covid times, where everyone is spending way too much time, myself included, alone, this is a conversation you need to hear. Listen to Robbo's story, taking him from outback New
S01E13. Kirsten Young. Primary school PE teacher.
Kirsten is one of a rare breed, a born and bred Cairns local!! She is a primary school teacher specializing in physical education. Listen in to hear how her love of team sports and physical activity is transferring to shaping today's youth to tomorrow's adults.Music: thedentistKaitigi | Free Listening on SoundCloudSend us Fan MailSupport the showFREE MUSIC!!!Kaitigi | Free Listening o
S01E12. Matt Templeton. Naval officer. Hydrographer.
Matt Templeton wen into the Navy straight after finishing high school. Without knowing what he wanted to do. His career in the military gave him direction and the time to learn about himself and what he likes and what he's good at. Now out of the Navy, he finds himself with the luxury of being able to run his own business, return to the military on his terms as well as pursue opportunities
S01E11. Andy Hall. Remedial massage therapist.
Andy Hall is a remedial massage therapist. His journey took him from a rural upbringing in Victoria, to commencing a university science degree to living a somewhat bohemian lifestyle of travel and fruit picking before finding his true calling and finally settling in Cairns. He talks about his interests in theatre and singing, as well as all sports associated with those being blessed with being t
S01E10. James "Jimmy" Blee. Entrepreneur.
Jimmy Blee's been a stalwart in the superyacht game and a pioneer in the introduction of the concept of leisure boating throughout Indonesia. Listen to learn about his journey and his ability to reinvent himself. From humble beginnings in North Queensland to Indonesia and back again. Enjoy.Music: The PigfarmerKaitigi | Free Listening on SoundCloudSend us Fan MailSupport the showFREE MUSIC
S01E09. Wayne Fielder. Tennis coach, from the UK to sunny North Queensland.
Wayno talks to me about his journey from discovering his appreciation of tennis coaching to running his own tennis programs in North Queensland, Australia. Growing up as an exuberant youth in the UK, he travelled across the globe and now calls Australia home. He once considered being an accountant before deciding it wasn't for him and continues to enjoy his dream job of coaching tennis. Fro
S01E08. Tristan Barton. Musician, producer, composer.
Tristan Barton, in my opinion is living a pretty awesome life. He gets to create music from home and get paid to do so. In addition to this he can get his fix of playing drums live with a number of bands as well as recording drums in the studio as a session drummer for hire. Listen in to hear how his passion for drums led him to jazz school and now onto producing and composing music for some ma
S01E07. Shaun Carroll. United States Air Force pilot. CV-22 Osprey pilot/evaluator.
Major Shaun Carroll took a less conventional route to become an officer in the United States Air Force. He is an active duty pilot and a member of the Airforce Special Operations Command. With duty in the middle east, south west asia, Europe, the UK and Africa.C-21A Learjet https://www.af.mil/About-Us/Fact-Sheets/Display/Article/104522/c-21/MC-12W Liberty https://www.af.mil/About-Us/Fact-Sheets/
S01E06. Seamus Breeze. Rock doctor!! (a.k.a.) Geologist.
Seamus has a long history of working as a geologist in the oil and gas industry. His ability to be adaptable has kept him employed and taken him around the world. Listen to how being good at something as a child, steered him into a life long career.Music: The CandlestickmakerKaitigi | Free Listening on SoundCloudSend us Fan MailSupport the showFREE MUSIC!!!Kaitigi | Free Listening on SoundCloud
S01E05. Kat Bruce. Mechanical engineer. From prestige cars, to super yachts, to working with the military.
Kat is a mechanical engineer. She is taking big steps forward in what was traditionally a male dominated industry. From prestigious cars at Jaguar/Land Rover to prestigious super yachts to working to the requirements of the military, Kat has a wealth of experience. Listen in and hear how a passion for art can assist with aspects of your profession.Music: The MechanicKaitigi | Free Listening on
S01E04. John Watts. Starting and building a successful business from the ground up. Lending, finance and philosophical musings.
John Watts is the owner of Astute financial services. Astute specialize in lending, insurance and financial advice. John started the business and has built it up to a number of offices and employs a significant number of people. We talk about the value of finding the right people, acknowledging their value and the ability to let go.Website: https://www.astutefinancial.com.au/members/northqld/E
S01E03. Scott Mitchell. SOLD!!! Really real real estate agent.
Scott is a local real estate agent, talking us through what he does and how he came to do it. Balancing work and fatherhood. Turns out real estate is in his blood!Twomey Schriber property groupScott Mitchell: 0427341527Facebook and instagramMusic: Feed my eyesKaitigi | Free Listening on SoundCloudSend us Fan MailSupport the showFREE MUSIC!!!Kaitigi | Free Listening on SoundCloudSupport the sh
S01E02. Toby Gitsham. Charter boat? What charter boat? Super yachts and cryptos.
This episode I'm talking to Toby Gitsham, super yacht captain/broker, crypto and forex trader. Toby has tried many things and continues on his journey to find what's right for him.Email: Toby@oceanegracemarine.com.auMusic: Covid19 Kaitigi | Free Listening on SoundCloudSend us Fan MailSupport the showFREE MUSIC!!!Kaitigi | Free Listening on SoundCloudSupport the show
S01E01. Rebecca Pinder. Hair, makeup, yoga and hopeful dreaming!!
Talking to Rebecca Pinder about how she got into hair and makeup and what she's learnt along the way. Her yoga journey and what keeps her interested. Interstate hair and makeup gun for hire, services also available in and around far North Queensland.Instagram:@dariwoman@rebeccapinderMusic: The Bricklayer feat. Col McDonaldKaitigi | Free Listening on SoundCloud Send us Fan MailSupport the
Welcome to the working class!!
Greetings classmates and welcome to the working class!! Whether you're a school leaver, a concerned parent of a school leaver and just having a midlife crisis and wanting to try something new, every episode we talk to a person from diverse fields of employ. We learn what drives them, why they do what they do and how they came to do what they do. If you've wondered what it takes to fly
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