Grassy Hopper Podcast

Russ Hornstein is a chiropractor, functional neurologist and eternal student of the brain, health and how we can be the best versions of ourselves. In this episode Russ explains how the brain works, going into some of the most fascinating revelations of neurological research. We also tie that into yoga and meditation and explore the science behind their incredible benefits.

We talk start-ups, branding and the reality behind founding and growing your own business. Peter, founder of BRND WGN is an inspiring and down to earth guy who balances the pressures of running one of Malta's biggest agencies, with his family life, and personal wellness. With regular 5am triathlons thrown in the middle!

Charlene Mercieca is an entrepreneur, health advocate and blogger. She was very public about facing a cancer diagnosis and openly shared her experiences through photos, blogs and videos. Charlene is a beautiful and wise soul who has much wisdom to share about what it means to be truly healthy and how we can have the strength to face chronic illness.

Nathan Farrugia is a top 10% worldwide age group Ironman Athlete. He has completed some of the toughest challenges ever attempted including setting a world record for consecutive marathons, raising thousands of euros for charity in the process. This conversation goes into what drives Nathan, and what he has learnt from pushing past his limits.

Peppi is a pioneer of the Permaculture movement in Malta. He's worked on the Bahrija Oasis project for 14 years turning a wind swept, soil eroded plot of land into a thriving food forest and educational centre. This conversation goes into Peppi's analysis of Malta from a permaculture perspective, his travelling adventures and the personal practices he uses to keep himself grounded and inspired.

Simon is the author of the upcoming book "Burglar to Buddha", former actor, motivational speaker, workshop leader and transformational coach who urges humanity to stop lying and start loving. With a heavy dose of humour Simon uses his own journey of transformation to support and motivate others to start living more transparently.

Maria is the co-founder of The Kul Kul farm, a permaculture project in Bali, next door to The Green School. She is the heart, creative ideas and voice that connects the farm to the world. This conversation explores Maria's move to Bali from Malta and the idea of business as a tool of transformation and service to something greater than ourselves

Dave Zammit is an adventurer, blogger and photographer who left the corporate world behind to travel the world. His adventures include an epic 4,000km cycle, alone across the Australian continent. This conversation goes into why Dave made certain choices and the impact of his adventures on his life view.