Tomorrow is Not Today
Talking about business, family, life, purpose and building habits to create the life you want. Deeply personal, emotive and powerful interviews with amazing people who have discovered and are living the REAL meaning of success. People who have the mindset of living a life that is bigger than them, creating a legacy and leaving the world in a better place.
Predators Don’t Look Dangerous - That’s What Makes Them Dangerous
She was three years old the first time someone she trusted hurt her.
Adriana Jones grew up in Guatemala and later moved to Australia, where she now works in cybersecurity, using open source intelligence to find people trying to harm children before they get the chance. Her path here wasn't planned. It came after surviving her own abuse, losing her sister without warning, and watching the justice system fail her when she tried to get answers.
In this conversation, Adriana takes us through what it's actually like inside the mind of a predator, the...
Two Hours Beat Two Years Therapy
She Grew Up In Poverty, Was Abused By Her Father, Abandoned At 15 — And Turned It Into A Life Changing Others | Pamela Millican
Pamela Millican survived one of the toughest childhoods you'll ever hear about — extreme poverty, domestic violence, sexual abuse, and being abandoned as a teenager — and turned it into a career helping others heal their identity, rebuild self-worth and reset their mindset. In this raw, unfiltered episode of Tomorrow Is Not Today, host Kingsley sits down with mindset coach, NLP master and trauma recovery specialist Pamela Milliken to unpack how childhood beliefs quietly run your entire adult...
Trapped between victim and abuser - I made a decision
She woke up completely paralyzed from the neck down — and doctors couldn't explain why.
In this episode, trauma counselor and bestselling author Dawn Williams shares the story most survivors never tell in public. Dawn opens up about surviving years of domestic violence, the moment she realized she'd become both a victim and an abuser in her own home, and the autoimmune disease that left her body paralyzed after years of unprocessed trauma.
Dawn is the bestselling, award-winning author of The Rebuilt Woman and founder of the Rebuilt Movement, which has helped thousands of survivors heal fr...
Jason King
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What do you do when the unthinkable happens? When Jason King lost his 18-year-old daughter Jordan to suicide in March 2023, he made a choice not to grieve in silence, but to turn that pain into purpose.
In this raw and deeply moving episode of Tomorrow Is Not Today, Jason shares the full story: discovering he was a father when Jordan was already 20 months old, navigating the family court system, juggling COVID lockdowns, his wife's breast cancer diagnosis, and Jordan's mental health struggles, all at once. And then, the loss that changed everything.
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A Survivor's Story of Healing, Addiction & Speaking Up
In this episode, Rebecca shares her deeply personal story of surviving sexual assault at 15 years old, growing up under the weight of an angry stepfather's unresolved trauma, and the three decades she spent numbing her pain with alcohol and substances.
We talk about what it means to carry trust issues from trauma into adulthood, why so many people replace one coping mechanism with another instead of facing the root cause, and why suffering in silence remains one of the biggest — and most preventable — killers today.
Rebecca offers honest, hard-won advice for anyone currently walking through thei...
ISIS got my money - no regrets
What does it take to pack up your life, your wife, and three children, the youngest just nine weeks old and move to a war zone?
For Tim Buxton, it wasn't recklessness. It was calling.
Born in the jungles of Papua to missionary parents, Tim was wired from his first breath for a life most people would never dare. In 2014, on the exact day ISIS swept across the border and two million refugees fled into Iraq's Kurdistan region, Tim's family landed at Erbil airport — wide-eyed, oblivious, and exactly where they needed to be.
Wh...
Falsely Accused in Maximum Security to Amazon Prime
From Wrongful Conviction to Filmmaker: Mack Lindon's Unstoppable Rise
Mack Lindon was a registered nurse with a calling for the creative arts — until a false rape accusation at 26 shattered everything. In this raw and deeply moving conversation, Mack shares how a wrongful conviction, 19 months in maximum security prison, a retrial, and a corrupt justice system couldn't stop him from becoming a filmmaker, streaming platform founder, and storyteller fighting for truth in entertainment. From launching Rise and Rise of the Underdog (now heading to Amazon Prime) to creating Miami X — a family-friendly crime drama filmed right on the Gold...
Live Life Peacefully: A Mother's Impossible Choice
At 10 years old, Karina lost her dad in a sudden accident with no support and no roadmap. Decades later, she would face something unimaginably worse — the loss of her daughter Sophie to a drowning accident, complicated by epilepsy and a seizure that came without warning on a Sunday afternoon while Karina was at the supermarket.
What followed is one of the most extraordinary stories of grief, purpose, and deliberate resilience you will ever hear. Within hours of Sophie being declared brain dead, Karina chose to donate Sophie's organs — a decision made in 30 seconds that went on to save...
Eating Disorders Stole My Daughters. Here's What I Did
What if everything you thought you knew about eating disorders was wrong? In this powerful episode, Kingsley Colley sits down with Mark Forbes — co-founder of NDeD (Australia's first integrated eating disorder residential, day program, and accommodation village) — to unpack one of the most misunderstood mental health conditions affecting millions of people worldwide.
Mark shares his deeply personal journey raising two daughters with eating disorders, the genetic science behind why it happens, and how a father's heartbreak became a world-first model of care. From the role of the MTHFR gene to groundbreaking research with North Caro...
The Boxer Who Survived Addiction, Prison & Himself
In this powerful episode, we sit down with Gavin Topp - former Australian boxing champion, top-12 world-ranked fighter, author, and men's coach. Gavin opens up about a life shaped by a rough upbringing, street fights, addiction, world-level boxing, and a profound spiritual turning point. He shares how all of it led him to his true mission: helping men discover their purpose, step into leadership, and build a life and legacy they're proud of.
This one is raw, honest, and packed with wisdom for any man willing to do the real work.
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Her Mother's Last Words "I Don't Love You"
On the Tomorrow Is Not Today Podcast, Kingsley interviews Donna Martin, a Northern Ireland “Derry girl,” mom of three, burnout specialist, mentor, and speaker behind The Good Life Approach.
Donna recounts growing up amid violence during The Troubles and being bullied after her mother left on Christmas Eve when she was four and a half, shaping years of feeling like an outsider, seeking identity through religion, then drink, drugs, and poor choices.
Encouraged by two women, she pursued nursing, then faced severe antisocial harassment and death threats after buying a flat unknowingly near a drug den, l...
Why Good Girls Choose Abusers
On the Tomorrow Is Not Today Podcast, Kingsley interviews Caroline Clarke, an ex-police officer and trauma therapist who works with women worldwide who sense something is wrong in their lives or relationships but lack language for it.
Clarke explains how early childhood (0–7) encodes a “blueprint” of people-pleasing and self-abandonment that can attract controlling partners, and shares vivid memories of protecting her mother during alcohol-fueled violence, creating hypervigilance and silence.
She describes how the body stores trauma, recounting a panic response en route to a knife-point hostage call that later connected to a forgotten childhood knife incident...
She lost her daugher to s**cide. Here's how she survived
This episode of Tomorrows Not Today podcast, Eslana Lower, a Gold Coast nurse, midwife, mother, business owner, and author, shares the story of losing her 15-year-old daughter Riley to suicide on Nov 17, 2022, after Riley jumped from their 33rd-floor balcony while Eslana and Riley’s sisters were home.
Eslana found her and describes the aftermath, including trauma, anger, and learning to “say yes” to grief and life.
She explains how childhood abuse and neglect shaped her, how parenting taught her, and why vulnerability is strength, emphasising conscious communication to avoid shame.
Eslana discusses resilience “born of gra...
Success Was Killing Her Slowly
What happens when success leaves you empty, angry, and barely holding your marriage together?
In this episode of Tomorrow's Not Today, host Kingsley Colley sits down with Mariana Lennert — Brazilian-born feminine leadership mentor, entrepreneur, and founder of Empower Her — now based in Australia after a life-changing move 19 years ago.
Mariana opens up about leaving a law career that no longer aligned with her soul, navigating motherhood as a single mum in a foreign country, building multiple businesses — and still hitting rock bottom with depression, panic attacks, an eating disorder, and a marriage on the brink of col...
She Shouldn’t Be Here… But She Is
On the Tomorrow’s Not Today podcast, Kingsley interviews Sally Jones about her lived experience of child abuse, complex PTSD, addiction risks, and the ongoing work of healing, and how she turned that trauma into a child protection education program after 20 years as a teacher.
She describes gaps in school-based prevention, lack of repetition, unsustainable one-off visits, and outdated “stranger danger” messaging and argues kids need skills for real-life encounters with perpetrators, who may be family, peers, or anyone.
Grounded in attachment theory, her online, interactive program teaches grooming behaviours, boundaries, and self-trust by noticing body sig...
She Survived the Unspeakable
On the Tomorrow’s Not Today podcast, Kingsley interviews Kerrie Atherton—wife, mother, grandmother, jazz musician, mental health advocate, addiction counsellor, author, podcaster, board director with Mentoring Men Australia, and ambassador for Fearless PTSD—about how childhood trauma and addiction shaped her purpose. Kerrie describes growing up with alcoholism, bipolar disorder in her mother, early traumatic events, bullying by a teacher, sexual assault by a pedophile, later rape, substance misuse, suicidality, and a near-fatal overdose. At 18, after planning to end her life and hearing a voice telling her not to, she returned to Alcoholics Anonymous and has been sober for 44...
You're not broken, you're being built
This spoken word metaphor of a seed becoming a flower to argue that what feels like an ending may be the beginning. It describes being buried in darkness and loneliness, then breaking through to light and encountering cycles of storms, heat, and wind that strengthen roots and growth.
The pain of change, including “pruning” and shedding old protection, is framed as preparation rather than punishment, creating space for new buds and a greater purpose.
The message emphasises trusting the process of life’s seasons, enduring hardship, and recognising that suffering can shape strength and beauty that imp...
Prison should have ended me
On The Tomorrow Is Not Today podcast, Kingsley interviews his longtime friend Patrick, an Ohio-based husband, father of four, artist, pastor, and entrepreneur who has travelled widely doing prison outreach. Patrick recounts growing up in a broken home after his father left when he was about five, moving from Denver to inner-city Cleveland and into poverty, and later going to Colorado to find his father only to encounter severe abuse, alcoholism, drugs, and violence.
Feeling unseen, he lashed out and returned to Cleveland angrier, quickly entering crime and substance use. At 16 he was arrested on five counts o...
Why Mother Teresa isn't your measuring stick
This episode explores the idea that true purpose and impact are not about comparison but about clarity and alignment with our unique passions. Using Mother Teresa's life as an example, it emphasises that meaningful work often starts as a quiet responsibility rather than a grand, visible act. The script encourages listeners to identify what makes them feel most alive and useful, and to understand that they don't need a global platform to make a significant difference.
00:00 Introduction: The Comparison Trap
00:59 Mother Teresa's Struggles and Determination
02:11 Finding Your Own Path and Impact
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Imposter syndrome is lying
What does it really take to live your dreams? Megan Jarvis—BMX champion, professional athlete, Ninja Warrior, entrepreneur, and wellness coach—has spent her life answering that question by doing what she loves, no matter the cost.
In this deeply inspiring conversation, Megan reveals the truth about pursuing your passion: it's not about having it all figured out. It's about finding the courage to go against the grain, doing the work when no one's watching, and refusing to let fear stop you from becoming who you're meant to be.
In this episode, you'll discover:
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The Resilient Leader: Insights and Strategies with Dr. Grace Sha
In this episode of The Tomorrow Is Not Today podcast, host Kingsley welcomes Dr. Grace Sha, an expert on resilience. They discuss the essential role of resilience in overcoming life's challenges, both personally and professionally. Dr. Sha shares her personal journey from dentistry to resilience training, emphasizing the importance of gratitude, rest, recharge, acceptance, and compassion. She explains her unique GRACE framework and how it helps individuals and organizations build a resilient mindset. The conversation also covers the crucial role of leadership and team culture in fostering resilience and preventing burnout. Practical tips and strategies are highlighted, making the...
The Intersection of Fitness, Business, and Identity
In this episode of 'The Tomorrow Is Not Today' podcast, host Kingsley welcomes guest David Amerland, an accomplished author with a varied background in business, fitness, and personal development. They delve into what it means to be 'built to last' as a person, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and understanding one's motivations. The conversation explores how our mindset significantly affects our physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Highlighting studies like the Harvard Hotel Maid study and research on Navy Seals, the episode shows how a positive mindset can lead to tangible benefits in personal and professional life. They also touch...
From the Brink to Breakthrough with Kosy Aravinda
In this episode of 'The Tomorrow Is Not Today' podcast, host Kingsley welcomes guest Kosy, the founder of Block Stars, to share his journey in the tech business. The discussion covers Kosy's approach to naming his business, the inception of Block Stars, and how he transitioned from IT to becoming a business leader. They delve into the importance of having the right mindset, embracing opportunities, and encouraging innovation and failure in a safe space. Kosy talks about the role of AI in creating opportunities, enhancing customer service, and maintaining a positive, supportive company culture. The conversation emphasizes leadership that...
The Power of Mindset: Transforming Challenges into Triumphs
In this episode of The Tomorrow Is Not Today podcast, Kingsley hosts a conversation with a highly respected business professional who shares his journey from being a volunteer fireman to leading a successful international franchise company. With over 30 years in business, the guest delves into the mindset required to sustain and grow a business, highlighting the importance of falling in love with one's business, continuous learning, and adapting to new opportunities. He shares personal anecdotes and practical advice on handling challenges, making decisions, and the significance of rewarding oneself and maintaining humility. The discussion also emphasizes the role of...
Uncommon Wisdom: Making Smart Choices for Financial and Personal Success
In this episode of The Tomorrow Is Not Today podcast, host Kingsley welcomes Daniel Harcombe from Razorback Accounting to delve into a unique perspective on financial success and happiness. Daniel shares his philosophy on aligning financial habits with personal happiness and provides practical tips on goal setting, financial planning, and maintaining a positive mindset. They explore the importance of investing in personal well-being, both mentally and physically, and how this translates into effective business management and personal satisfaction. Together, they uncover the secrets to enjoying life's journey, making worthwhile investments, and creating the life you truly want.
Dress to Impress: The Impact of Fashion on Professional Success
Join us in this insightful episode of 'The Tomorrow Is Not Today Podcast' as Kingsley sits down with Michael Hughes from Weyridges. Michael shares his expertise on men's fashion, offering tips and guidance on dressing well for business and beyond.
🚀 Highlights of this episode include:
• The importance of dressing well in business • How to select the right attire for different occasions • Seasonal fashion tips for men • Differences between custom-made and off-the-rack suits • The return of classic styles and trends
👔 Whether you're a business professional or just looking to elevate your style, this episode is packed with v...
Empowering Tomorrow: John Solleder on Leadership and Personal Growth
Creating the Life You Want - John Solleder's Inspiring Journey
Join Kingsley and his distinguished guest, John Solleder, on the 'Tomorrow is Not Today' podcast as they explore the essentials of self-development, the importance of attitude, and the power of persistence in building a successful career and life. John shares his 42 years of experience in the direct selling and financial services industries, emphasizing the significance of being the brand and continuous self-improvement. This episode is packed with inspiring anecdotes, practical advice, and thought-provoking insights to help you create the life you truly want.
Rescued from the Shadows: Marc Nuss and Destiny Rescue's Mission
In this powerful episode of 'The Tomorrow is Not Today Podcast,' Kingsley is joined by Marc Nuss from Destiny Rescue. They dive deep into Marc's journey with Destiny Rescue, sharing harrowing stories of child trafficking and the incredible, life-changing work being done to rescue and rehabilitate these children.
How to Avoid Complacency: Tips for Continuous Growth and Fulfilment
In this episode of 'Tomorrow Is Not Today,' Kingsley sits down with Leigh, a multifaceted professional, to discuss the importance of starting, maintaining consistency, and focusing on personal growth and productivity. They delve into Leigh's journey, his morning routines, the power of visualizations, and how internal values shape our external successes. With over 1,100 podcasts and a successful real estate business, Leigh shares practical advice on balancing multiple ventures, setting boundaries, and embracing both good and bad times for personal development.
Introduction and Momentum
A lot of the things that stop us is because we...
Balancing the Act: Mental Health Challenges in Film & TV
Ben Steel discusses mental health and the film industry
Ben Steel joins Kingsley Colley to explore the critical intersection of mental health in the entertainment industry. Ben shares his insights borne from personal experience and his work in founding ScreenWell, an organization focused on improving mental health outcomes within the film and TV sector. They delve into the systemic challenges, current initiatives, and the broader implications on industry professionals and society.
How Passion, Adaptability, and Fear Shape Business Success
In this episode of the Tomorrow Is Not Today podcast, host Kingsley welcomes Mina, a passionate and dynamic guest from Auckland. Mina shares her journey from working in pharmacy to discovering her true passion in media and storytelling. The conversation delves into the importance of making decisive choices, the role of passion in professional success, and the obstacles people face when trying to follow their dreams. Tune in to hear Mina’s inspiring story and valuable insights on how to create the life you want today.
Creative Team & Culture Building for Real Success with Amanda Rosazza
In this episode, Kingsley sits down with the dynamic Amanda Rosazza to discuss all things team culture, leadership, and personal development.
Amanda shares invaluable insights on:
Join us as Amanda dives into her unique approach to leadership using the Reach leadership experience platform. Discover how you can transform your business by focusing on your...
Fitness, Business, and Mental Toughness: A Conversation with Dr. Mana Shigematsu
Achieving Personal and Professional Growth: The Power of Self-Awareness and Accountability with Dr. Mana Shiumatsu
In this episode of 'Tomorrow is Not Today' podcast, host Kingsley welcomes Dr. Mana Shiumatsu, a doctor of physiotherapy with a practice named Ikaika Integrated Recovery and Performance. Mana shares his journey of personal and professional growth, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness, brutal honesty, and accountability. They discuss the crucial role of mindset in overcoming challenges, both in health and life, and how small, consistent changes can lead to significant improvements. Mana also talks about his training for a fitness competition and...
Building a Stable and Healthy Workplace with Steve Edgar
In this episode of the 'Tomorrow's Not Today' podcast, host Kingsley interviews Steve Edgar, a business professional who shares insights on creating a stable and mentally healthy work environment in large organizations. Steve discusses the challenges of managing diverse age groups, especially younger employees, and emphasizes zero tolerance for bullying and harassment. He highlights the importance of effective communication, valuing all staff members, and incorporating organizational values through a 'SMILE' acronym. Steve also introduces the concept of a wellness committee and offers resources like free counselling and gym memberships to support employees' mental health. The discussion closes with advice...
Fueling Success: Protein, Gut Health, and Business Performance with Rochelle Waite
Unlocking Health and Energy: A Roadmap for Business Professionals
In this enlightening episode of the Tomorrow is Not Today podcast, we're joined by the renowned 'No Nonsense Naturopath,' Rochelle Waite. Dive deep into a transformative conversation that redefines our understanding of health, energy, and productivity.
Rochelle and our host, Kingsley Colley, explore the crucial interplay between what we consume and our overall performance – both in business and in life. From debunking common health myths to introducing practical, everyday changes, this discussion is an indispensable guide for anyone looking to elevate their phy...
Unlock your previously unknown energy sources with Dr. Katherine Hunt
Explore the dynamic ways to rejuvenate and maintain energy with Dr. Katherine Hunt on the Tomorrow Is Not Today podcast. Host Kingsley Colley and Dr. Hunt delve into the significance of tailored morning routines, the impact of our environments, and the power of mindset in cultivating daily energy. This episode is packed with actionable advice, encouraging listeners to experiment with their routines and embrace personal responsibility for their energy levels. It's an insightful discussion for anyone looking to enhance their productivity and overall sense of well-being.
(00:00) - Introduction to Energy (03:00) - Crafting Our Environment for Energy (06:11) - Responsibility...Empowering Teams and Personal Balance: Insights with Jordan Gauder
In this episode of Tomorrow's Not Today, we dive into an enlightening discussion with Jordan Gauder, the visionary behind Gen Physio. Jordan shares the transformative power of CEO ride along days, the importance of supporting and empowering teams, and the pivotal role of personal discipline in balancing business success with family life. From implementing annual themes to foster a unified corporate culture, to the private routines that sustain individual well-being, Jordan's journey offers practical wisdom for leaders aiming to cultivate a supportive environment and for anyone striving to create their ultimate tomorrow.
Harnessing Darkness to Fuel Success: A Conversation with Psychologist Ian Rumsey
In this episode of the Tomorrow Is Not Today podcast, host Kingsley Colley sits down with psychologist Ian Rumsey to navigate the intricacies of mental health, anxiety, and the transformative power of personal trials in the business world.
Ian shares his insights on confronting and managing psychological barriers, leveraging personal trauma as a superpower, and the importance of cultural dynamics in fostering a positive work environment.
This conversation uncovers practical strategies for individuals and employers to thrive by acknowledging and addressing mental health challenges, ultimately leading to a more fu...
The Power of Resilience in Career Shifts: Unpacking Todd O'Connor's Inspiring Story
Ever dreamed of bravely stepping off the corporate treadmill and pursuing your passion? It's a path that Todd O'Connor knows all too well. He walked away from the high-stakes pressure of a corporate job to follow his love for surfing, and in this episode, he shares his courageous journey with us.
We dive deeper into the critical relationship between mental health, physical fitness, and how it influences our work-life balance. We share stories from our lives and discuss the importance of resilience and wellness in overcoming challenges. The contrast between the rigidity of the corporate world and t...
Uncovering Unconscious Competence and Living Intentionally: A Dialogue with Good Life Coach Donna Martin
Ever wondered why achieving your goals doesn't always yield the satisfaction you imagined? Tune in to our conversation with Donna Martin, the Good Life coach, and uncover why this happens more often than you think. Donna, with her insightful approach, helps us navigate the nuances of unconscious competence and the importance of addressing persistent issues. She paints a vivid picture of the transformational journey, highlighting how understanding our internal image can be the catalyst for living our best lives.
In the second part of our discussion, we break down the concept of mass consciousness, the need for...
