Warnes Way Podcast

James Kennedy | Founder of 28 Year Old Male, joins me to share a deeply honest conversation about identity, growth and finding confidence in who you are. We talk about how James and I first met, his experience growing up at school as the “super tall kid,” and feeling like he didn’t quite fit in. James opens up about the mental battles that stopped him from playing basketball, and how those challenges shaped his outlook on life. He also shares how he was inspired by my public speaking, the early days of starting the 28 Year Old Male Instagram and Podcast, and the importance of creating spaces for open conversation. We finish by diving into the Backyard Cricket Series, what it represents, how it came together, and why community, connection and showing up matter more than ever. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Elliot Loney | Comedian, voice-over artist and actor, joins me to share his journey from childhood to finding his voice in comedy and performance. We talk about growing up, his time at Brighton Grammar and the moment he discovered a passion for voice acting. Elliot opens up about navigating comedy in a world where humour is constantly evolving and offence is easily taken, and how he’s stayed true to his style along the way. We also touch on his love for tennis, creativity and the balance between performance, pressure and play, a thoughtful and entertaining conversation with one of Australia’s most versatile voices. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aaron Hamill | Former St Kilda AFL player and one of Shane Warne’s closest mates, like a brother to him. Joins me to share stories from a lifetime of friendship on and off the course. We talk about the special Vic vs QLD golf day held for Shane and Andrew Symonds, Shane’s deep love for golf and the competitive spirit he brought to everything he did. Aaron also gives a rare insight into the AFL world, unpacking contracts, loyalty and why players leave clubs. He reflects on Shane’s leadership and captaincy and the lessons he personally learned from one of the game’s greatest leaders. A powerful conversation about friendship, sport and the legacy Shane left behind. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brooke Warne | Shane’s eldest daughter and a rising voice in the influencer space, joins me to share her story of growing up in the Warne family and the lessons that shaped her resilience. We talk about her childhood, the values Dad instilled in her and how those foundations helped her navigate the heartbreak of losing him. Brooke opens up about the grief she faced, what she experienced the night he passed and the journey of finding strength, perspective and purpose in the years since. A raw, honest conversation about family, healing and carrying forward the legacy of someone you love. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steven Baker | Former AFL star and one of Shane Warne’s closest friends, joins me to share the stories that shaped his life both on and off the field. We talk about his early childhood and the challenges that built his toughness and resilience, traits that later defined his mindset as a player and a person. Steven opens up about the heartbreak of losing Shane, the depression that followed and the journey of rebuilding himself. He now channels that experience into Build Grit, the business he created to teach young and old how to face adversity, prepare for loss and overcome life’s toughest moments. We finish with memories, laugh and the special bond he shared with Shane a friendship built on loyalty, honesty and mateship. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.