Curious AF
Hosted by Luke Biermann, Curious AF is a podcast for the endlessly inquisitive. What started as a deep dive into the grit behind hard things like building businesses and running ultra marathons has evolved into a broader exploration of life’s most fascinating questions and experiences. From endurance and entrepreneurship to psychedelics, parenting, spirituality, and everything in between, Curious AF is a space to follow curiosity wherever it leads.
Each episode features candid conversations with people who inspire, challenge, and stretch our understanding of adventurers, thinkers, leaders, artists, and everyday outliers living life with intention. If it’s interesting, we’re into it.
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Curious AF
#1 Ultrarunning - Shaun Bennett
Guest: Shaun Bennett, An experienced ultra-runner and endurance athlete known for his resilience, dedication, and ability to balance intense training with work and family life.
Host: Luke Biermann, Managing Director of Mechanical Seal Engineering Pty Ltd, Councillor of Pump Industry Australia, Forum Chair of Entrepreneurs Organisation Adelaide, and Founder of Hard Stuff Podcast
Ultra Running Journey: In the first episode of the Hard Stuff podcast, I invite friend Shaun Bennett, an avid ultra runner, business owner, and family man. They discuss the challenges and joys of ultra running, the initial struggles, motivations, and the inspiration behind pushing physical and mental limits. The episode also explores the balancing act of training with family and business responsibilities, strategies for handling difficult races, and the fulfilment of achieving lofty fitness goals. The conversation touches upon running techniques, balancing lifestyle changes, and embracing the physical and mental challenges posed by ultra marathons. This episode serves as an inspirational guide for anyone interested in starting their own running journey.
ABOUT CURIOUS AF PODCAST
Curious AF is the evolution of what started as The Hard Stuff Podcast. Initially focused on guests who’d done hard things—ultra marathons, building businesses, overcoming personal challenges—it’s now becoming a broader platform to explore anything and everything I’m genuinely curious about.
The new direction is more personal and wide-ranging. I want it to feel like a space where I can follow my curiosity and have real conversations with people who inspire, challenge, or fascinate me.
For further information, contact:
Podcast Host - Luke Biermann
General Inquiries: hello@curiousaf.com.au
Instagram: @curiousaf.podcast