Belonging, identity, power, and the courage to build something new.

In this episode of Naked at the Top, Aleyx sits down with Christopher Asahara for a deeply honest conversation about growing up between cultures, being told you are not quite one of “us”, and learning how to turn difference into advantage rather than disadvantage.

Christopher shares what it feels like to be an outsider in certain rooms, how global perspective reshapes the way you see leadership, and why narrow “America First” thinking often fails in a world built on connection, collaboration, and cultural intelligence. From community building and leadership during moments of social tension, to speaking up, taking risks, and trusting your own judgement, this episode explores what it really means to lead with both confidence and conscience.

The conversation moves through entrepreneurship, imposter syndrome, redundancy, reinvention, and the responsibility that comes with influence. There are stories of starting again, building teams, protecting people, and staying calm when everything around you is moving fast.

At its core, this episode is about identity, voice, and learning to stand comfortably in your own power — not by dominating, but by serving, listening, and building communities that last.

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sterclass in human-first leadership, honest business building, and why caring is not a soft skill — it’s a strategic advantage.

Aleyx Ward sits down with Damien Gooden, CEO of HR Central, to unpack what it really takes to build a business where people stay, trust grows, and leadership doesn’t hide behind titles. From accidentally becoming a CEO to navigating COVID, firing customers, and building deep loyalty inside teams, Damien shares real stories from two decades in business.

The conversation moves beyond textbook leadership and into the messy, human reality of running companies. Damien explains why subscription revenue nearly stalled growth, why referrals beat control, and why focusing on outcomes — not micromanagement — is the only way to scale without burning out.

There are powerful reflections on parenting, culture, authenticity, and mental health, including phone-free dinners, getting teenagers to talk, and why men need spaces where it’s safe to open up. Damien also breaks down Radical Candour with real-world examples that every leader will recognise.

If you’re building a business, leading a team, or trying to be a better human while doing both — this episode is for you.

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What does it look like when an entrepreneur applies business discipline to comedy – and comedy thinking to business?

In this episode of Naked at the Top, Morry Morgan shares the unconventional path that took him from an only-child upbringing and global travel, through China’s fast-moving business culture, and into building one of the most unexpected ventures in Australia: a comedy school and conference that shouldn’t exist – but does.

This conversation is about preparation, courage, and following ideas all the way through. Morry unpacks how five minutes on stage became the turning point for an entirely new career direction, why breaking comedy’s rules unlocked commercial opportunity, and how creating something niche can actually grow the wider economy.

We explore the reality of fast-speed living, the mental cost of always being “on”, and the resilience required when momentum disappears overnight. Morry speaks candidly about burnout, anxiety, fasting, and the mindset shift that turned a breakdown into a breakthrough.

If you’ve ever wondered whether your strangest idea might actually be your most viable one – this episode will challenge how you think about preparation, energy, and commitment. This is a conversation for founders, creatives, and leaders who don’t fit neatly into one box – and don’t want to.

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