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Anne Baker – Redefining Marketing Land as a Mum and Industry Expert 53:33

10d ago53:33

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Our upcoming guest on the next episode is Anne Baker, a dynamic working mother and successful business owner. As the founder and director of Two Crowns Marketing, Anne exemplifies the balance between entrepreneurship and family life, bringing passion, resilience, and innovation to the world of marketing and communications. Her dedication to both he…

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Pat Gerace – Building Tomorrow Through His Passion for Infrastructure 55:18

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Next up on The Land Pioneers Podcast is Pat Gerace, a well-known personality in the land development industry in South Australia. After graduating from Flinders University with a degree in economics, Pat went on to Charles Darwin University to earn an associate’s degree in law. Starting his career in banking, Pat transitioned into government workin…

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Jeffrey Bretag – Emphasise Liveability and Environmental Preservation 42:39

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Our upcoming guest in the next episode is Jeffrey Bretag, an urban planner passionate about making a difference through collaborative decision-making. Jeffrey believes that strategic planning holds the potential to influence and improve the built and natural environment around us. Jeffrey Bretag has spent over 15 years working across state governme…

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Damon Nagel – Creating Sustainable Legacies for Generational Impact 47:52

3M ago47:52

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Next in line for the podcast episode is Damon Nagel, a South Australian property development industry scion who is passionate about generational impact with his innovative approach to urban planning. Damon has consistently pushed the boundaries of sustainable development, transforming landscapes into vibrant, eco-friendly communities. His dedicatio…

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Luke Noonan – Empowering People Through Leadership and Connection 39:15

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Tune in to this next episode of the Land Pioneers Podcast as we explore the journey of Luke Noonan, the co-founder of Noonan Watts. Luke, who has worked in the land development industry for more than 20 years at industry giants such as MAB, VicUrban, FKP and Dennis Family Homes, offers insightful commentary from his broad expertise, which spans fro…

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Khurram Saeed – From Immigrant to Billion-Dollar Land Developments 1:02:11

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In this next podcast episode, watch this captivating interview with Khurram Saeed, an immigrant turned successful land developer in Australia! Hear how he defied the odds, overcame challenges, and soared to success in a competitive industry. Get inspired by a story of resilience and determination that will motivate you to chase your dreams! Resi Ve…

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Nicki Hay – Steering Core Projects to New Heights 40:07

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In this episode of our podcast, we sit down with Nicki Hay, the dynamic co-founder and CEO of CORE Projects, to explore her remarkable journey in the property development world. From humble beginnings to leading one of the industry’s most innovative companies, Nicki shares her experiences, challenges, and triumphs. CORE Projects began as a small-sc…

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Maxwell Shifman - Successfully Conquering Complex Projects 28:06

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Join us in our first episode of the Land Pioneers Podcast, where we delve into the mind of Max Shifman, the visionary CEO of Intrapac Property. Max, known for his strategic insights and innovative approaches in the broadacre development industry, shares valuable lessons from his illustrious career so far. Intrapac Property, under the leadership of …

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S2, Ep 6: June, 2024 North Korea Travel Update & Dr. Calvin Sun Interview 1:09:40

4M ago1:09:40

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The Young Pioneer Podcast Season 2 concludes with a double-header episode! S2, Ep 6 opens with a discussion between host Justin Martell and YPT founder/CEO Gareth Johnson discussing the big question "when will North Korea re-open for tourism?" Recorded YPT's recent research trip to China to meet with our North Korean partners and explore the Sino-K…

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S2, Ep 5: Horn of Africa Part Three - Eritrea 54:44

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On this inaugural 2024 episode of the Young Pioneer Podcast, we open with an interview with YPT CEO and Founder Gareth Johnson to discuss a number of exciting, new tours just recently announced for this year. After speaking with Gareth, host Justin Martell debuts his interview with YPT's local travel partner in the reclusive horn of Africa nation o…

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S2, Ep 4: Horn of Africa Part Two - Somaliland 47:00

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On this episode of the Young Pioneer Podcast, we kick things off by interviewing YPT's newest staff member Morgan Bourven, discussing his background and current focus on our cruise tours. After talking with Morgan, we continue our Horn of Africa series with a field recording of host Justin Martell's conversation with our local tour partner in the u…

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S2, Ep 3: Horn of Africa Part One - Djibouti 31:36

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On this episode of the Young Pioneer Podcast, YPT guide Justin Martell brings listeners Part One of a three-part series recorded during our recent Horn of Africa tour. Covering Djibouti, Somaliland Eritrea and Mogadishu, our Horn of Africa tour provides travelers with an affordable and safe way to visit one of Africa's most geo-politically complex …

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S2, Ep 2: Mundari Cow Blowing and Urine Showers in South Sudan 1:12:56

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On this episode of the Pioneer Podcast, YPT guides Justin Martell, Rowan Beard, along with a group of YPT travelers, explore the world's newest nation: the Republic of South Sudan. Neglected by the central government in Khartoum when part of Sudan and then plunged into civil war following independence in 2011, life has been hard for the South Sudan…

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S2, Ep 1: Exploring the Island of Socotra, Yemen 45:41

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In this episode, YPT partner and sometimes-guide Justin Martell talks with local Socotra travel operator Adnan Alnoby. The two discuss Socotra's past history and current political situation, as well as the amazing experience travelers can expect when visiting this unblemished, one-of-a-kind island paradise. Martell also provides listeners with exci…

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S1, Ep 9: American Foreign Policy with Former US Congressman Dennis Kucinich 36:49

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Gareth Johnson and Justin Martell speak with former congressman Dennis Kucinich. Kucinich has just published his latest book "The Division of Light and Power," which chronicles his struggle as America's youngest mayor to stop the sale of Cleveland's Municipal Light. On the back half of the conversation, Gareth and Justin are able to pose some gener…

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S1, Ep 8: Felix Abt on Being a Capitalist in North Korea 1:18:55

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Felix Abt is a business expert on North Korea currently based in Vietnam. Abt was one of the first foreign businessmen to seek and do business in Kim Jong Il's North Korea, where he lived between 2002 to 2009 consulting and advising on business development within the country. He is also the author of the fascinating memoir "A Capitalist in North Ko…

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S1, Ep 7: Exploring Antarctica with Jeffrey Donenfeld 58:39

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On this episode on the Pioneer Podcast, co-host Justin Martell flies solo and interviews Jeffrey Donenfeld. Jeffrey Donenfeld is a venture investor, field science manager, and explorer. His projects have taken him across the polar regions, into the boardroom and occasionally onto broken dinghies. He’s a geek for a good rocket launch, loves almost m…

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S1, Ep 6: How to Buy Your Own Island & Start Your Own Micronation with Jodie Hill 1:03:48

1+ y ago1:03:48

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On Episode 6 of the Pioneer Podcast, Gareth Johnson and Justin Martell interview Jodie Hill. Jodie Hill is a well-traveled English lawyer who was instrumental in helping to setup the world's first crowdfunded tropical island. She is also the Prime Minister that same Island's micronation, the Principality of Islandia! For more information on how you…

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S1, Ep 5: The World's Foremost Micronations Scholar Johnny Blair 1:37:46

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On Episode 5 of the Pioneer Podcast, Gareth Johnson and Justin Martell interview Jonny Blair. Blair is a famous travel blogger from Northern Ireland, football fanatic and author/owner of dontstopliving.net. He is the foremost expert on micronations, and on this episode the group share their thoughts on which micronations truly 'count' as a country.…

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S1, Ep 4: Dr. Joe Terwilliger on Meeting Kim Jong Un with Dennis Rodman 1:14:43

1+ y ago1:14:43

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Our guest on Episode 4 of the Pioneer Podcast is Dr. Joseph Terwilliger. Dr. Joe is a geneticist, professor of neurobiology at Columbia University Medical Center, and a classically trained tuba player! However, our listners might be more familiar with Dr. Joe from seeing him alongside NBA superstar Dennis Rodman on his multiple trips to North Korea…

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S1, Ep 3: Traveling to "Weird" Countries with Professional Footballer Dave Kitson 1:16:48

1+ y ago1:16:48

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Dave Kitson is an ex-Premier League footballer who made his name with Reading and Stoke. Following his career he has not been without controversy. He has stated that he would like to become PFA Chairman (trade union for footballers). On many occasions he has also been accused of being the “secret footballer” an as of now unknown ex-footballer who h…

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S1, Ep 2: Getting Kidnapped in Bir Tawil with Dean Karalekas 1:26:48

1+ y ago1:26:48

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On Episode 2 of the Pioneer Podcast, Gareth Johnson and Justin Martell interview Dean Karalekas about his 2019 trip with Young Pioneer Tours to Bir Tawil, an uninhabited patch of land located between Egypt and Sudan. Dean Karalekas is an academic whose research interests include international security, indigenous rights, and cultural studies. He is…

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S1, Ep 1: Justin Martell on International Film Production 1:05:06

1+ y ago1:05:06

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The first episode of the Pioneer podcast features two homegrown talents, with YPT founder Gareth Johnson and Pioneer Media founder Justin Martell taking the spotlight for the inaugural episode. Justin Martell in 2017 founded YPT’s partner, Pioneer Media, offering production services across a wide variety of unique locations from Asia to Eastern Eur…