Park Life Michael Croaker

Laurie Podmore has always been open and curious. Consequently, he has had quite a life so far.  His theme park experiences jump across Warner Bros. Movie World, Dreamworld and Sea World.  Along the way, he has shared expriences with camels, become effective with horses and enjoyed his time as a pirate!  Hold on, it's a fun ride.

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Everyone Has A Story.


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Graham Drake does not fit into a single box.  His theme park career (Dreamworld | Warner Bros. Movie World | Sea World) is a story of constant evolution and reinvention.

Someone of great humility and passion, we took a look first through his earliest beginnings.  Here, we covered his life as a key member of the MANPOWER Male Revue, a brief stint as a hairdresser, all the way through to being on the ground and eye to eye with one of the world's most powerful animals.

A true rollercoaster ride of a life, you'll enjoy spending some time here in Ep.46 with Graham Drake.

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A Gold Coast Theme Park titan was farwelled on this day, January 30, 2023.  

Danny Ryan was a singular leader in a business he absolutely adored.  He was a Food & Beverage master and someone who had the gift of grace.  He drew people toward him, lifted them and brought them on the journey with him.

I wanted to be sure that Danny's name found its rightful place in the Park Life series. 

Big hearted, authentic, empathic and loyal, it was an honour for all of us to work alongside him and get to call him friend.  A committed family man, a compassionate and motivating leader, there will never be another like him.

Rest easy, Dan.  We love you.








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Amanda Rosazza is a passionate human interested in other people realising their full potential.

Her deep love for the theme park industry has seen her draw parallels between the park experience and the successful process of change in organisations.

We had a terrific conversation around all things parks, culture and people.

You'll find Amanda here via Linked In:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/culture-capability-coach/ 

Brief note, I do reference another podcast series here slightly incorrectly.  You'll hear that I am actually intending to refer to THE REMARKABLE PROJECT podcast series, hosted by Jay Tinkler.

You'll find me, Michael Croaker, at parklifestories@gmail.com

Enjoy The Ride!


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Welcome to the first PARK LIFE Ep for 2023!

Tom Gillinder is much more than a 'triple threat' artist.  His jam-packed life in performance has been built by remaining both curious and fearless.

From the pursuit of boy band dreams to major arena on-mic announcing, he has done it all - and in a relatively short amount of years.

Time to get to know 'Tommy G The MC' and find out what it's taken to make a life living your passions.

You'll find me, Michael Croaker, at parklifestories@gmail.com

Enjoy The Ride!




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2022 has been a great year for the PARK LIFE podcast.  Thanks for both tuning in and being patient with the long break between episodes.  2023 will see a line up of international guests to the series and a more regular schedule of episodes to enjoy.

Don't forget, if you would like to reach out and make contact, you can do that here:

parklifestories@gmail.com

Have a happy and safe Christmas!  Look forward to connecting and sharing stories with you in the New Year.

Michael   


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