Lessons Learnt with the Greats by Shane Watson

This is a special episode of Lessons Learnt with the Greats where the tables are turned! Over two parts, it's my turn to share the lessons I have learnt over my life and career, with champion Aussie batsman and good mate Mike Hussey picking my brain. I've soaked up so much golden information over the years and can't wait to discuss what I've discovered along the journey. Part One touches on batting, bowling, catching and fitness, while Part Two (available now) features the mental side of the game, the media, finance and other life lessons. I hope you enjoy my chat with Huss.  Rundown 04:00 - Huss and I begin by talking about highlights and favourite moments from my career 12:00 - I go in depth about the batting techniques I have used throughout my career and how my batting has evolved 23:45 - We then move on to bowling and how I had to change from bowling as fast as I could to relying more on the skills I developed 32:43 - How I worked on my catching and my routines for every ball 36:36 - Here I talk about fitness, my injury history and how I believe cricket-specific exercises should be encouraged   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The shoe is on the other foot this week as I chat to Aussie legend Mike Hussey about the lessons I have learnt through my life and career. This is part two of my chat with Huss, and on this episode we cover mental skills, the media, finance, business and the mantras I live by. It was great to share my experiences with Huss and I hope it can help. Rundown 00:15 - We start by chatting about the mental side of the game and the skills and techniques I have acquired during my career 15:30 - The media play a huge role for current cricketers, so I talk about how I dealt with the media and offer some advice to aspiring players 22:05 - The lessons I have learnt from a finance, investment and business have been tough and many, but I am so glad I can share what I went through 39:48 - The two main mantras I live my life by, which have come from a school teacher and my mother 47:15 - I've been lucky to meet so many inspiring people and here I name two have really made an impact on my life 50:41 - I love to read, so to close out my chat with Huss I talk about a few of the books that I have found to be insightful   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

When it comes to trailblazers in women's cricket there are few who have achieved more or made a bigger impact than Belinda Clark. As a player, BC was unparalleled. She became the first player - male or female - to score 200 in an one-day international and captained Australia to two World Cup wins. BC's post-playing career has been in sports administration, primarily with Cricket Australia in developing grassroots and women's cricket. It truly is an honour to speak to Belinda and I hope you get out of it as much as I did. Episode rundown 01:38 - BC's incredible achievements  04:08 - BC lists her career highlights 06:43 - How BC honed her batting technique 12:55 - Whether BC would have changed her fitness regime during her playing days 16:48 - The art of leadership 20:46 - The mental skills BC uses 31:13 - How BC handled the media 35:15 - BC talks about finance and investment  40:58 - Growing the game 45:22 - The life mantra BC lives by 47:07 - The best books BC has read 49:08 - The most inspiring person BC has met   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

One of the highlights of my career was opening the batting with Simon Katich and I'm thrilled to have him on this week's episode of Lessons Learnt with the Greats. Kat was one of the toughest and most resilient players to don the Baggy Green and loved getting into the contest, which I know as both his teammate and opponent. Kat's insights into batting, coaching and the mental side of the game make this a must-listen for any aspiring cricketer or athlete and I am so grateful to have him share his experiences. Enjoy. Episode rundown 01:17 - Batting with Kat and my favourite knock of his 05:32 - Kat's personal and team career highloights 12:02 - The batting techniques Kat used to have success 21:36 - The fitness side of the game and the lessons Kat learnt 34:03 - Kat's experiences as a coach 39:04 - The mental skills Kat used and developed  1:00:36 - How Kat handled the media and his role as a commentator  1:06:02 - Kat's financial and investment philosophy  1:14:52 - The mantra Kat uses to get through the tough times life dishes up 1:20:58 - The inspiring people Kat has met 1:24:43 - The standout books Kat has read Youtube Link Kat's 122 vs England at Sophia Gardens, Cardiff in the 2009 Ashes Series - https://youtu.be/hZhuyirwNpg   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today's guest on Lessons Learnt with the Greats is one of Australia's finest glovemen, hardest workers and best cricket pundits, Ian Healy. As a youngster I loved watching a fellow Queenslander dominate in the Test team and he's been a huge inspiration for not only me but thousands of aspiring cricketers all over the country. Heals speaks so well about the art of wicketkeeping, how he stayed mentally and physically fit and learnt to trust his gut when it came time to make decisions. He also tells a couple of great yarns about Warnie as well! Episode rundown01:35 - My personal highlight of Heals' career, his century against the Windies in '96 (link below)03:31 - Heals names his top three career highlights09:39 - Heals goes into the techniques he used to master wicketkeeping and the mental approach he used29:34 - The fitness regime of Heals during his career39:45 - Heals talks about how he dealt with the media and his time as a pundit48:49 - We talk about wealth generation and how Heals has handled his finances1:04:02 - The mantras Heals has stuck to1:06:00 - The people who have inspired Heals Youtube linksHealy's 161no v West Indies, Gabba, 1996: https://youtu.be/H0_5EVznV40

Today's guest on Lessons Learnt with the Greats is one of Australia's finest glovemen, hardest workers and best cricket pundits, Ian Healy. As a youngster I loved watching a fellow Queenslander dominate in the Test team and he's been a huge inspiration for not only me but thousands of aspiring cricketers all over the country. Heals speaks so well about the art of wicketkeeping, how he stayed mentally and physically fit and learnt to trust his gut when it came time to make decisions. He also tells a couple of great yarns about Warnie as well! Episode rundown01:35 - My personal highlight of Heals' career, his century against the Windies in '96 (link below)03:31 - Heals names his top three career highlights09:39 - Heals goes into the techniques he used to master wicketkeeping and the mental approach he used29:34 - The fitness regime of Heals during his career39:45 - Heals talks about how he dealt with the media and his time as a pundit48:49 - We talk about wealth generation and how Heals has handled his finances1:04:02 - The mantras Heals has stuck to1:06:00 - The people who have inspired Heals Youtube linksHealy's 161no v West Indies, Gabba, 1996: https://youtu.be/H0_5EVznV40   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

David Boon is one of the toughest and most talented players ever to pull on a Baggy Green and I am so lucky to speak to him on this episode of Lessons Learnt with the Greats. Boonie was the rock at the top of the order in Australia's Test side in the 80s and 90s, scorng 21 Test hundreds and dominating the bat-pad position like no other. His insights into batting, his mental approach and how he values camaraderie are all absolute gold. Episode rundown02:33 - Boonie's career highlights11:07 - The technical components Boonie used to get the most out of his batting21:57 - How Boonie made the bat-pad fielding position his own27:35 - Boonie talks about his fitness regime37:15 - The mental skills Boonie used51:34 - How Boonie handled the financial side of the game57:50 - The mantras Boonie lives his life by1:01:04 - The people who have inspired Boonie Youtube Links David Boon World Cup Final - 75 Runs Highlights - https://youtu.be/2jj5aTYrbsA Boonie hitting the winning runs in the Ashes 1989 Win - https://youtu.be/whGk4Os0_2s

David Boon is one of the toughest and most talented players ever to pull on a Baggy Green and I am so lucky to speak to him on this episode of Lessons Learnt with the Greats. Boonie was the rock at the top of the order in Australia's Test side in the 80s and 90s, scorng 21 Test hundreds and dominating the bat-pad position like no other. His insights into batting, his mental approach and how he values camaraderie are all absolute gold. Episode rundown 02:33 - Boonie's career highlights 11:07 - The technical components Boonie used to get the most out of his batting 21:57 - How Boonie made the bat-pad fielding position his own 27:35 - Boonie talks about his fitness regime 37:15 - The mental skills Boonie used 51:34 - How Boonie handled the financial side of the game 57:50 - The mantras Boonie lives his life by 1:01:04 - The people who have inspired Boonie Youtube Links David Boon World Cup Final - 75 Runs Highlights - https://youtu.be/2jj5aTYrbsA Boonie hitting the winning runs in the Ashes 1989 Win - https://youtu.be/whGk4Os0_2s   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today is a very, very special episode of Lessons Learnt with the Greats. I would not be the cricketer or person I am today without the guidance and tutelage from my Cricket Academy coach when I was just a teenager, Rod Marsh. Rod is a legend as a player, forming one half of the famous Caught Marsh Bowled Lillee combination before perhaps making a larger impact as a coach and mentor once his playing days were done. Rod's insights into wicketkeeping, coaching and the mantras he lives by should not be missed. Episode notes:01:36 - Rod's career highlights03:44 - The World Series Cricket days06:35 - Rod discusses wicketkeeping techniques17:40 - Rod reflects on his batting24:15 - How Rod kept fit during his playing days31:26 - Rod's coaching lessons he learnt from his time at the academy45:26 - The mental skills Rod used50:25 - What Rod instilled in the young cricketers at the academy55:16 - Rod's finance philosophies59:52 - Rod's life mantra1:03:51 - The people who have inspired Rod1:06:52 - The books Rod reads and how he ignited my love of books

Today is a very, very special episode of Lessons Learnt with the Greats. I would not be the cricketer or person I am today without the guidance and tutelage from my Cricket Academy coach when I was just a teenager, Rod Marsh. Rod is a legend as a player, forming one half of the famous Caught Marsh Bowled Lillee combination before perhaps making a larger impact as a coach and mentor once his playing days were done. Rod's insights into wicketkeeping, coaching and the mantras he lives by should not be missed. Episode notes:01:36 - Rod's career highlights03:44 - The World Series Cricket days06:35 - Rod discusses wicketkeeping techniques17:40 - Rod reflects on his batting24:15 - How Rod kept fit during his playing days31:26 - Rod's coaching lessons he learnt from his time at the academy45:26 - The mental skills Rod used50:25 - What Rod instilled in the young cricketers at the academy55:16 - Rod's finance philosophies59:52 - Rod's life mantra1:03:51 - The people who have inspired Rod1:06:52 - The books Rod reads and how he ignited my love of books   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week I have the pleasure of speaking to one of Australia's, Queensland's and Ipswich's finest fast bowlers, Craig McDermott. Craig debuted for Australia at just 19, earning the nickname 'Billy the Kid' and quickly discovered what worked for him at the highest level. Billy goes into how he honed his bowling skills, how he became one of the fittest players in world cricket and how he has thrived in the business world once his playing days finished. This is an awesome episode with one of the true greats of the game. Episode rundown01:47 - Billy talks about two of his career highlights04:02 - How Billy hones his fast-bowling skills13:50 - How Billy managed his body through his career31:13 - Billy's coaching lessons learnt33:40 - The mental skills Billy used38:13 - How Billy interacted with the media41:22 - Investment and financial lessons48:55 - Billy's life mantra52:27 - The people who have influenced Billy57:33 - What Billy reads and watches

This week I have the pleasure of speaking to one of Australia's, Queensland's and Ipswich's finest fast bowlers, Craig McDermott. Craig debuted for Australia at just 19, earning the nickname 'Billy the Kid' and quickly discovered what worked for him at the highest level. Billy goes into how he honed his bowling skills, how he became one of the fittest players in world cricket and how he has thrived in the business world once his playing days finished. This is an awesome episode with one of the true greats of the game. Episode rundown01:47 - Billy talks about two of his career highlights04:02 - How Billy hones his fast-bowling skills13:50 - How Billy managed his body through his career31:13 - Billy's coaching lessons learnt33:40 - The mental skills Billy used38:13 - How Billy interacted with the media41:22 - Investment and financial lessons48:55 - Billy's life mantra52:27 - The people who have influenced Billy57:33 - What Billy reads and watches   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Former Australian batsman and current Aussie head coach Justin Langer is this week's guest on Lessons Learnt with the Greats. I was lucky enough to play a few Tests with JL, one of Australia's toughest, most resilient and focused cricketers ever. In our chat, JL talks on a wide range of topics from mental toughness to meditation, batting techniques to training his body, who has inspired him to his life philosophies. It's an enlightening conversation and I hope you enjoy his amazing insights. Episode notes02:00 - JL starts by telling a terrific story about his breakthrough hundred in the 5th Ashes Test of the 2001 series and how it changed him11:08 - JL takes us through his mental approach14:54 - We touch on mediation and how JL discovered it21:20 - JL's batting mindset33:54 - We explore JL's batting technique and what worked for him36:55 - JL discusses his fitness regime49:22 - JL's mantra when he suffers setbacks52:23 - JL's reflects on his coaching career59:57 - How JL treats the media1:05:22 - JL talks finance and investment1:08:28 - The people who have influenced JL Youtube Link Footage of JL celebrating after his 2001 Ashes Test Hundred in the 5th Test at the Ovalhttps://youtu.be/fW8iGWtrO1s?t=201

Former Australian batsman and current Aussie head coach Justin Langer is this week's guest on Lessons Learnt with the Greats. I was lucky enough to play a few Tests with JL, one of Australia's toughest, most resilient and focused cricketers ever. In our chat, JL talks on a wide range of topics from mental toughness to meditation, batting techniques to training his body, who has inspired him to his life philosophies. It's an enlightening conversation and I hope you enjoy his amazing insights. Episode notes02:00 - JL starts by telling a terrific story about his breakthrough hundred in the 5th Ashes Test of the 2001 series and how it changed him11:08 - JL takes us through his mental approach14:54 - We touch on mediation and how JL discovered it21:20 - JL's batting mindset33:54 - We explore JL's batting technique and what worked for him36:55 - JL discusses his fitness regime49:22 - JL's mantra when he suffers setbacks52:23 - JL's reflects on his coaching career59:57 - How JL treats the media1:05:22 - JL talks finance and investment1:08:28 - The people who have influenced JL Youtube Link Footage of JL celebrating after his 2001 Ashes Test Hundred in the 5th Test at the Ovalhttps://youtu.be/fW8iGWtrO1s?t=201   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Cricket has delivered many joys in my life but none more so than the friendships I have made and I am proud to say one of my great friends from the game is this week's guest, an absolute legend of the game, Mitchell Johnson. Mitch and I have known each other since we were teenagers and have enjoyed the highs and dealt with the lows together on and off the field. Mitch is one of Australia's most successful bowlers, one of the fastest to play the game and one of the mentally toughest. His insights on mental toughness, fast bowling and getting his body fit to bowl should not be missed. Episode notes01:45 - Mitch picks his favourite moments07:10 - Mitch goes in depth about his comeback in 2013 and how he developed his mental skills23:53 - The bowling checklist Mitch used during his career33:05 - The lessons Mitch learnt about his body and bowling fast44:46 - How Mitch dealt with the media51:47 - Mitch talks finance and investment1:07:10 - The people who have inspired Mitch1:10:46 - Mitch talks about the books he's read Youtube Link https://youtu.be/EdGAgjKNSwg

Cricket has delivered many joys in my life but none more so than the friendships I have made and I am proud to say one of my great friends from the game is this week's guest, an absolute legend of the game, Mitchell Johnson. Mitch and I have known each other since we were teenagers and have enjoyed the highs and dealt with the lows together on and off the field. Mitch is one of Australia's most successful bowlers, one of the fastest to play the game and one of the mentally toughest. His insights on mental toughness, fast bowling and getting his body fit to bowl should not be missed. Episode notes01:45 - Mitch picks his favourite moments07:10 - Mitch goes in depth about his comeback in 2013 and how he developed his mental skills23:53 - The bowling checklist Mitch used during his career33:05 - The lessons Mitch learnt about his body and bowling fast44:46 - How Mitch dealt with the media51:47 - Mitch talks finance and investment1:07:10 - The people who have inspired Mitch1:10:46 - Mitch talks about the books he's read Youtube Link https://youtu.be/EdGAgjKNSwg   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Legends don't get much more legendary than this week's guest on Lessons Learnt with the Greats, Dennis Lillee. DK started off as a raw tearaway before transforming into arguably Australia's greatest fast bowler, a paceman with speed, skill and savvy for the game. Not only did Dennis have a phenomenal impact on Australian cricket during his playing days, he then became the best fast bowling coach in the world. Without DK's amazing coaching and mentoring skills, Australia wouldn't have produce the production line of Fast Bowlers that it did over the last 20 years or so. This is a must listen for any fast bowler and coach. His insights across so many aspects of cricket and life are truly a dream to share them with you all. Enjoy. Episode notes02:00 - DK reflects on his impact as a supreme fast bowler and role model11:20 - I get DK's take on his epic battle with Viv Richards in 1976 (YouTube link below)16:30 - DK talks the technical aspects of fast bowling22:22 - The lessons DK learnt managing his body28:40 - DK on coaching35:48 - DK talks about his mental toughness developed40:03 - How DK dealt with the media in his day42:30 - The techniques DK used to get away from the game45:02 - DK discusses finances and offers some key advice53:05 - DK's mantra for life58:19 - The people who have inspired DK YouTube linksLillee v Richards, WA v Qld, WACA 1976 https://youtu.be/t51RjEpw8E0

Legends don't get much more legendary than this week's guest on Lessons Learnt with the Greats, Dennis Lillee. DK started off as a raw tearaway before transforming into arguably Australia's greatest fast bowler, a paceman with speed, skill and savvy for the game. Not only did Dennis have a phenomenal impact on Australian cricket during his playing days, he then became the best fast bowling coach in the world. Without DK's amazing coaching and mentoring skills, Australia wouldn't have produce the production line of Fast Bowlers that it did over the last 20 years or so. This is a must listen for any fast bowler and coach. His insights across so many aspects of cricket and life are truly a dream to share them with you all. Enjoy. Episode notes02:00 - DK reflects on his impact as a supreme fast bowler and role model11:20 - I get DK's take on his epic battle with Viv Richards in 1976 (YouTube link below)16:30 - DK talks the technical aspects of fast bowling22:22 - The lessons DK learnt managing his body28:40 - DK on coaching35:48 - DK talks about his mental toughness developed40:03 - How DK dealt with the media in his day42:30 - The techniques DK used to get away from the game45:02 - DK discusses finances and offers some key advice53:05 - DK's mantra for life58:19 - The people who have inspired DK YouTube linksLillee v Richards, WA v Qld, WACA 1976 https://youtu.be/t51RjEpw8E0   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Australia's current cricketers owe a lot to this week's guest on Lessons Learnt with the Greats, the former captain and champion batsman Ian Chappell. Chappelli was as tough as they come, not only as a no-nonsense batsman but off the field when dealing with the Australian Cricket Board. Chappelli, along with his peers in the 1970s, stood up to the likes of Sir Donald Bradman in fighting for better pay and conditions for the players. He was a key figure in World Series Cricket before returning to the Test team where the players were paid more, paving the way for today's cricketers reaping the rewards for their efforts. It's a fascinating listen and Chappelli tells stories that I could listen to for days and days. I hope you all enjoy. Episode notes 01:46 - Chappelli starts by talking about his early days and taking on the ACB16:00 - Chappelli talks batting an taking on the short ball35:47 - How Chappelli honed his catching skills41:37 - The mental side of the game47:08 - Chappelli's learnings as a leader56:09 - Chappelli on how he's handled the media1:01:53 - Chappelli's mantra on life1:07:02 - The three people who have inspired Chappelli YouTube links Chappelli's 111no v World Xi, 1971-72 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Iqbuybg_aY

Australia's current cricketers owe a lot to this week's guest on Lessons Learnt with the Greats, the former captain and champion batsman Ian Chappell. Chappelli was as tough as they come, not only as a no-nonsense batsman but off the field when dealing with the Australian Cricket Board. Chappelli, along with his peers in the 1970s, stood up to the likes of Sir Donald Bradman in fighting for better pay and conditions for the players. He was a key figure in World Series Cricket before returning to the Test team where the players were paid more, paving the way for today's cricketers reaping the rewards for their efforts. It's a fascinating listen and Chappelli tells stories that I could listen to for days and days. I hope you all enjoy. Episode notes 01:46 - Chappelli starts by talking about his early days and taking on the ACB16:00 - Chappelli talks batting an taking on the short ball35:47 - How Chappelli honed his catching skills41:37 - The mental side of the game47:08 - Chappelli's learnings as a leader56:09 - Chappelli on how he's handled the media1:01:53 - Chappelli's mantra on life1:07:02 - The three people who have inspired Chappelli YouTube links Chappelli's 111no v World Xi, 1971-72 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Iqbuybg_aY   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.