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The Working Class

The Working Class

Written by: John Menegon
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Are you still trying to figure out what you want to be when you grow up? Welcome to the working class, where we aim to figure out what everyone else does when they head off to work. How they ended up doing what they do, why they ended up doing what they do, and who knows maybe it’s something you’d like to try. What’s it like to captain a superyacht? Is being a musician all about the fame and the groupies? Is being an accountant really as boring as it sounds? From the mundane to the mind-blowing and everywhere in between, I aim to find where the truth lies, and to determine, as the old adage goes, “find a job you enjoy doing, and you will never have to work a day in your life”, or contrarily, why you should not turn your passion into a job. As an Australian career FIFO (fly in, fly out) worker I explore the options of what's out there, in my own back yard and further abroad. All music used on the podcast written, performed, recorded and produced by yours truly (unless otherwise stated), vocals performed by special guests! Tune in and have some fun!

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  • Andy Cole - Occupational therapist, North Queensland Cowboys biggest fan, rock star!

    Andy Cole - Occupational therapist, North Queensland Cowboys biggest fan, rock star!
    Oct 11 2025

    On this episode I’m talking to Andy Cole. Andy had a plan, get to the U.S. and play music with some of his idols, which he achieved. Playing alongside some of the worlds biggest bands at major festivals, as well as writing/recording/performing a song to honour/empower "his" team, the North Queensland Cowboys. In addition to being an exceptional bass player, endorsed by Schecter guitars, Andy has a passion for helping young people and their families excel in his day job as an occupational therapist in the school system. Let's have some fun!!

    Here's some of Andy's past projects!! Let's see what the future brings!!


    We are the riot - It's not what you wanted

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f_pIrtvwkcs

    NEO GEO - DT killer

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KH1qDGpF05g

    NEO GEO - Can't catch me

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G4au78HHSL4

    Andy the Kid - Cowboys Evolution (Rise up)

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jOLdcXEZOKo





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    1 hr and 51 mins
  • Nigel Beatty - Superyachts, Royal British Navy, watermelon salesman, anti-entrepreneur.

    Nigel Beatty - Superyachts, Royal British Navy, watermelon salesman, anti-entrepreneur.
    Oct 24 2024

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    On this episode I’m talking to Nigel Beatty. Nigel, like most of us, struggled to find direction early on in life. This resulted in Nigel reinventing himself a number of times to pursue passion and other interests which led him from selling watermelon slices in Greece, to joining the Navy, to being a scuba instructor, to captaining super yachts, to selling super yachts, to dealing with a battle that many are confronted with. Come join us on this adventure!



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    2 hrs and 2 mins
  • Brian Connell - fast cars, tyres, mags and good times.

    Brian Connell - fast cars, tyres, mags and good times.
    Nov 30 2023

    On this episode I’m talking to Brian Connell. Brian's have a long interesting career, from leaving school early, to being involved and somewhat instrumental in the success of the Bob Jane brand, manufacturing the first mag wheel in Australia and bringing Mercedes AMG brand to Australia. Fast cars and fun times, welcome Brian Connell.


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