The Growth Concept With Keoni Upton

This one was recorded live at Curtin University, and it did not disappoint.

Declan Edwards flew in from the other side of Australia — partly to visit family and to run a guest lecture at Curtin on the skills and science of happiness. We'd connected on LinkedIn about 18 months prior and had been meaning to sit down ever since. This was that moment.

Declan is one of Australia's leading voices in Positive Psychology a happiness research...

We recorded this one at the South Perth Foreshore on a perfect Perth afternoon — no conference room, no desk, just a real conversation about something most of us are genuinely bad at: having difficult conversations with the people we love most.

Yvette works in the space of communication and relationships, coaching individuals and couples to break the patterns that keep them stuck. She's a Master NLP Practitioner, hypnotist, and pers...

In this episode, I sit down with Josh Horneman for a powerful conversation around AI, business, creativity, privacy, and what it means to stay human in a world that’s changing fast. Josh is a business coach, AI consultant, and founder based in Perth, and throughout this conversation he shares a balanced perspective on both the opportunity and the danger of AI.

We unpack where this technology is heading, why curiosity matters more th...

Episode 5 of Podcasts on the Streets of Perth is the final episode of the Scarborough series, and in this episode I sat down with Sam G for a conversation full of laughs, energy, and real lessons around fitness, discipline, confidence, and personal growth.

We spoke about his journey through fitness, how he built confidence through training, and what he now teaches through his online coaching.

Sam shared the biggest things he wishes h...

Episode 4 of Podcasts on the Streets of Perth was recorded at Scarborough Beach, and in this episode I sat down with Bianca O'Donnell for a unreal conversation about life, resilience, and human connection.

We spoke about Bianca’s travel book, where she asks strangers for life advice, and how that project started as a way to step outside her comfort zone and turned into something much more meaningful.

We also got into the tougher part...

Episode 3 of the on the Streets podcast series of Perth was filmed at Scarborough Beach, and in this episode I sat down with Jill Thomas for one of the realest conversations I’ve had gave me shivers this conversations.

We spoke about mental health, the struggles Jill has been through, and why this topic means so much to her on such a personal level. From difficult life transitions to family trauma, community support, and the pressur...

In Episode 2 of The Growth Concept, I sat down with Samson Swift at Scarborough Beach in Perth for a powerful conversation around mental health, discipline, burnout, and fitness.

We spoke about how we first met through our electrical apprenticeship, how Samson’s journey shifted toward helping others, and the personal experiences that made mental health such an important mission for him. Samson opened up about the impact of injuries,...

Recorded at Scarborough Beach in Perth during one of our open mic events that we run every few months, this conversation with Shannon Parker was full of heart, honesty, and a few powerful reminders we all need.

Shannon and I dive into what it really means to live authentically, back yourself, and keep moving forward even when fear, judgment, or other people’s opinions try to hold you back. We talk about personal growth, the power of...

What happens when you put the “CEO talk” aside and speak to the person behind the title?

In this episode, I’m joined by Jevon Le Roux, Co-Founder & CEO of Keeyu an AI-driven platform helping retailers prevent problems before customers ever complain. But before we get into business, we lead with real stories. Jevon shares his own behind-the-scenes moments that most people would never expect.

From there, we break down the real foun...

In this episode of The Growth Concept, I sit down with Richard Detering for one of our most real conversations yet.

We start in an unconventional way: no business talk, no social media tactics — just personal stories and the side of Richie most people never get to see. From there, get into personal branding — not the fake polished version, but what actually builds trust, connection, and growth online.

We break down what mattered mos...

In this episode of The Growth Concept, I sat down with Shil Shanghavi — a public speaking and storytelling specialist, and former Head of Speaker Coaching for TEDxPerth.

We got into what really creates presence when you speak: authenticity, building trust before you even say a word, and how to start reading body language so you can tailor the way you communicate — whether you’re in a casual conversation with friends, a professional ...

In this episode of The Growth Concept, I sat down with Niro Thambipillay, the founder of Investment Rise, to have a real conversation about property investing — without the fluff.

Niro’s been in the property game for over two decades, and what I love about his approach is how data-driven and simple he keeps it.

We talked about the biggest traps beginners fall into, why owner-occupier demand matters more than hype, and the mindset shi...

In this episode of The Growth Concept, wellbeing coach Jules Sullivan shares a deeply honest conversation about navigating burnout, mental health challenges, ADHD, and major life events that reshaped her perspective on success, energy, and self-worth.

Jules reflects on how burnout forced her to reassess her career and values, how an ADHD diagnosis helped her better understand her energy levels, and why self-awareness is the foundati...

In this episode of The Growth Concept, Coach Nas shares his journey as both a personal trainer and a musician, exploring how transformation starts from within. With over 14 years of experience in personal training, Nas reflects on how physical training became a gateway to deeper self-belief, discipline, and purpose.

He opens up about navigating mental health challenges, how music became an outlet during difficult seasons, and why se...

In this episode of The Growth Concept, Sam G shares his journey from being an insecure teenager to becoming a fitness coach dedicated to helping others build confidence through training, nutrition, and mindset.

Sam opens up about the pressures he faced in high school, his struggles with body image, and the negative influences that once held him back. He reflects on a pivotal turning point that forced him to reassess his direction an...

This episode continues our Podcast on the Streets of Perth series, where conversations happen in real-world settings rather than studios. You’ll hear the city around us — movement, life, and energy which we’ve intentionally kept to preserve the authenticity of the moment.

In this episode of The Growth Concept, Simran Virk — a public speaking coach — shares her powerful journey of overcoming personal challenges and finding purpose th...

This episode marks the first instalment of our new series, Podcast in the Park — recorded outside to bring a more raw, relaxed, and natural feel to the conversations. Because of the outdoor setting, you’ll hear some background noise throughout the episode. We embraced it as part of the experience, and we hope you enjoy the authenticity.

In this episode of The Growth Concept, Callum Lane sits down to share his journey from a young ki...

In this solo episode, I sit down to reflect on 2025 without a doubt one of the most transformative years of my life. I share 25 lessons shaped by real experiences across personal growth, building a podcast, launching a media company, relationships, discipline, failure, and long-term thinking.

This episode isn’t about perfection or overnight success. It’s about the process learning to sit with discomfort, embracing failure as feedbac...

In this episode of The Growth Concept, you’ll gain a clearer understanding of how environmental change is already reshaping our financial future and what that means for your wealth!!!

Financial educator Lacey Filipich breaks down the difference between wealth creation and inflation, while unpacking a powerful and often overlooked reality: by 2035, up to 1 in 10 properties is projected to become uninsurable. This shift may have major...