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East Coast Averages

East Coast Averages

By: Nicky J
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Welcome to East Coast Averages: Celebrating Everyday Averages

Join Nicky J on East Coast Averages, the podcast that transforms ordinary lives into extraordinary stories. Each fortnight, we spotlight unsung heroes and everyday individuals who contribute to the vibrant tapestry of our communities. Discover the unique and inspiring stories of average people as we explore the rich diversity of experiences that shape our world. Tune in every other Friday for new episodes that reveal the remarkable within the everyday.

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  • More Tall Tales From Mel
    Aug 2 2025

    In this episode of Tall Tales, we welcome back Mel — the globe-trotting, crowd-towering adventurer — for another candid and comical chat about life from well above average height.

    I love chatting to Mel she cracks me up and makes me smile. One of those people you look forward to seeing, I hope you enjoy her too.


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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • Red Wine, Reflection & The Good Life: An Aussie Bloke’s Early Retirement Story
    Jun 16 2025

    In this laid-back, inspiring episode, I sit down with a true-blue Aussie legend — a man who grew up in the country, shared roadkill meals with his mates, built a business from scratch, and made enough money to walk away from it all by 52.

    He now lives the good life, one that reminds me of an old Italian fella — sipping red wine, watching the world go by, and appreciating every second of this short time we’re given. We dive into the mindset shift that made him downsize, the lessons he learned chasing success, and why he believes time is the only real wealth.

    We also chat about his son — a successful stand-up comedian making waves in London — and there are links to his work in the show notes below.

    Whether you're dreaming of financial freedom, curious about simple living, or just love a good yarn from a classic Aussie character, this one’s for you.

    https://www.instagram.com/ramseysmith_comedy/#

    http://www.youtube.com/@Rsif-1115

    http://www.youtube.com/@EmiliMilosevska

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    1 hr and 18 mins
  • From ICU to Artful Escape: A Nurse's Journey from Critical Care to Creative Peace"
    Apr 17 2025

    In this heartwarming episode, we’re joined by a special guest who was raised in a loving family in rural New South Wales, she shares fond memories of an idyllic childhood filled with holidays and trips to Sydney.

    Becoming a Registered Nurse, she eventually found herself working in one of the most intense and emotionally demanding areas of healthcare — the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). She takes us behind the curtain of ICU life, giving us a rare insight into the pressure, precision, and emotional strength required to care for patients on the brink.

    We dive into the tough realities of working through the COVID-19 pandemic, how she and her colleagues coped, and the lessons she carries with her from that time.

    Now, as she looks forward to a gentler pace of life on the stunning South Coast of NSW, she talks about re-discovering a new creative passion: crafting beautiful leadlight windows. With her husband out catching dinner and the sea breeze at her back, she finally has time to embrace artistry and relaxation.

    This episode is a beautiful blend of clinical grit and personal grace — you won’t want to miss it.

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    1 hr and 40 mins
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