Meraki Podcast
Raw yarns. Honest stories. Real people doing life their way. Straight out of Meraki Tattoo Parlour in Mermaid Beach, host Matty brings you a podcast that’s all about the stories behind the people — from everyday legends to big-name athletes and everyone in between. Whether it’s young apprentices navigating the workforce, creatives chasing passion projects, or well-known sports stars opening up about life beyond the game, nothing’s off the table. With a strong focus on mental health, resilience, and the stuff we don’t always talk about, Matty keeps it real — asking the questions that matter, while still keeping it light and having a laugh along the way. No filters. No fluff. Just good chats, real connections, and a whole lot of heart. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
This week on the Meraki Podcast, Matty sits down with his good mate Bubbles—also known as Matty. Even though their friendship is still fresh, it’s already become a lifelong bond built on laughs, honesty, and shared experience.
Bubbles takes us on a journey through his extraordinary life, from growing up in New Zealand to traveling the globe and working for Disney World. But it’s not just fun and adventure&mdash...
"Breathing Life Into Change: The Fighting Fit Story with Steve Groom" This week on The Meraki Podcast, Matty sits down with Steve Groom — owner of Fighting Fit Gold Coast and a man on a mission to change lives through boxing, breath work, fitness, and self-respect.
From his early days as an amateur boxer in Birmingham over 20 years ago, Steve shares how the sport pulled him away from bad influences and gave him focus, conf...
"From Fully Actual to Fully Bruised with Matt Brown" This week on The Meraki Podcast, Matty sits down with Matt Brown from the Marty and Michael Fully Actual podcast for a yarn that flows effortlessly from start to finish. The two dive into all sorts of topics, with plenty of laughs and a few deep chats along the way.
Matt gives us the inside scoop on the recent Podcast Royale event, where he stepped into the ring against Zac fr...
"From the Sore Heads to the Strong Mind with Jock Matthews"
This week on the Meraki Podcast, Matty sits down with Jock Matthews — co-host of The Sore Heads Podcast and a former Fred Brophy’s tent fighter. From the grit and chaos of outback fight nights to the banter and honesty behind the mic, Jock’s story is one of resilience, rawness, and a fair share of laughs.
Matty delves beyond the surface, exploring Jock&...
This week, Matty sits down with Tishara Garrett, the proud Indigenous founder behind KYKOE – a locally designed sportswear brand redefining what it means to wear your identity with pride. From shirts, hats, and hair ribbons to accessories and more, KYKOE blends function with self-expression, with some pieces even handmade by Tishara herself.
Every KYKOE creation is built for those who move with purpose – both on and ...
"Filming the Future with Noah Cottrell from Peak Productions" This week on The Meraki Podcast, Matty sits down with the creative mind behind Peak Productions – Noah Cottrell. From picking up a camera to building a thriving production business, Noah shares how he’s videoed his way to success, forging strong relationships with businesses, social media personalities, and some of your favorite podcasts along the way.
The...
"Digging Deep with Andy Smith"
This week on The Meiraki Podcast, Matty sits down with his own boss – Andy Smith, the man steering Dynamic Hydro Excavations from its humble beginnings to becoming one of Australia’s leading hydro excavation companies. Andy shares how he built the business, the hurdles along the way, and the mindset that keeps things moving forward.
But Matty’s not just talking to Andy — ...
"Behind the Badge with Jessie Parkin"
He’s back! Jesse Parkin returns to The Meraki Podcast for round two — and this time, it's all about the stories.
In this episode, Matty and Jesse dive into the gritty, wild, and sometimes downright unbelievable world behind the scenes of the Queensland Police Service. From high-speed chases to strange call-outs, Jesse gives an unfiltered insight into life on the beat with the ...
"Where Legends Begin: Strategy, Sacrifice, and the Stout"
This week on The Meraki Podcast, Matty sits down with the powerhouse behind rugbyleaguecoach.com.au – the one and only Lee Addison.
From coaching at two NRL clubs and two World Cups to running elite high school programs and holding an undefeated record as an International Test Coach (yep, 6 games, 6 wins – not bad, hey?), Lee’s passion for Rugby League ru...
"From Stand-Up to Sit-Down Chats"
This week on The Meraki Podcast, Matty sits down with his good mate, stand-up comedian and fellow podcaster Jimmy Missen — the bloke behind the "Can’t Get Any Worse" podcast.
They chat about the wild world of comedy, the highs of smashing it on stage, and the stories behind the stories — the ones that don't always make the final cut. Jimmy brings the laughs, the quick wit, a...
"Podcasts with Purpose – A Mental Health Crossover feat. Overworked and Under Fucked"
In this episode of The Meraki Podcast, Matty brings in the big guns (and bigger personalities) – Timmy and Rocko from The Overworked and Under Fucked Podcast*, alongside Ryan, who’s not only one half of their producing dream team but also the audio wizard behind Meraki.
Timmy, a full-time tug driver in the transport game, a...
"Sparking Change with Tahnee Pullen"
In this week’s episode of The Meraki Podcast, Matty sits down with Tahnee Pullen—an apprentice electrician who’s already making waves in a specialised field, working with fire systems.
Tahnee shares how a bit of work experience during school first sparked her interest in the trade, and how she loved it so much she decided to jump straight into an apprenticeship. From the ...
"Elevate Your Game with That Marketing Chick"
This week on the Meraki Podcast, Matty sits down with the powerhouse behind Elevate – Charmaine Schembri, better known as That Marketing Chick. From humble beginnings to building a brand that lives up to its name, Charmaine shares her journey of grit, creativity, and relentless determination.
Charmaine opens up about what it took to start her business from the ground up and ...
"From School Life to Drive-Thru Shifts"
In this episode of the Meraki Podcast, Matty sits down with Abbey Wilson – the daughter of a cricket mate, but more importantly, someone with a great story to tell.
They chat about the real and relatable journey of leaving school and figuring out what’s next. Abbey opens up about the challenges, unexpected wins, and what it’s like finding your feet in the world beyond ...
"Culture, Cricket & Tattoos"
This week on the Meraki Podcast, Matty somehow convinces the one and only Hannah Darlington to swap the tattoo chair for the podcast mic—before heading in for some fresh ink. What starts as a quick catch-up turns into a ripper of a chat covering all things cricket, culture, and career.
Hannah, a proud Kamilaroi woman, has been making serious waves—from representing her mob and smas...
"From Tactical Crime to Timekeeping Part 1"
In this powerful episode of the Meraki Podcast, Matty reconnects with longtime mate Jesse Parkin — a former Queensland Police Officer who served with the Tactical Crime Squad, worked as a part-time police negotiator, and is now the founder of PRKN Watches. If that wasn’t enough, he’s also a real estate agent, juggling life in the property game while growing his watch ...
"Turning Tragedy into Triumph"
In this powerful and deeply moving episode, Matty is joined by Curtis McGrath, OAM — a man whose story of resilience, courage, and purpose has inspired a nation. Curtis was serving as a combat engineer with the Australian Army in Afghanistan when a tragic accident changed his life forever. After stepping on an improvised explosive device, Curtis lost both of his legs. But it was in that ...
"Getting to the Bottom of Gut Health"
This week on The Meraki Podcast, Matty is joined by Suzy Wilson — the inspiring founder of Bottoms Up Colonics. What started as a personal journey to better health quickly grew into a mission to educate others about the powerful connection between our digestive system and our overall wellbeing.
Suzy shares the story behind opening her first clinic and how colon hydrotherapy became ...
"From Boardies to Business – The DUKiES Co Story"
This week on the Meraki Podcast, Matty sits down with the powerhouse duo Kiri-Moana Proctor and Amie Casey, the creative minds behind DUKiES Co – a Gold Coast-born brand that’s shaking up the board short game. 🌊🩳
DUKiES isn't just about beachwear — it's about bold ideas, local pride, and creating something with meaning. In this episode, we dive deep i...
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