Q&A with S&A

Aintree Group | Q&A with S&A

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Episodes 57

Avg. Duration 44m

Activity Highly Active

Since Dec 2023

Latest Episode May 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule

Every 2 Weeks

Format

Episodic

Consistency

57%

Hosting

media.rss.com

About This Podcast

Interviews with interesting people and industry experts.

Q&A with S&A features the founders of Aintree Group, husband and wife team Shane and Andrea McKenna, in candid conversations with a diverse mix of guests – from business owners and industry leaders to athletes, creatives, and changemakers.

They explore real-life experiences, from the challenges of running a business to navigating personal crossroads and following unconventional paths to success.

You’ll hear authentic stories, thoughtful insights, and practical takeaways – all delivered with warmth and curiosity. It’s a must-listen for entrepreneurs, leaders, and anyone who values purpose-driven conversations.

New episodes released fortnightly.

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Recent Episodes

The Business of Leadership with Brent Szalay & Josh Vanderloo

May 31, 2026 52m Transcript

The Business of Leadership with Brent Szalay & Josh VanderlooIn this episode of Q&A with S&A, Andrea sits down with Brent Szalay and Josh Vanderloo from Leaders In Business, to unpack the…

The Little Things That Make a Big Difference with Jane Stewart

May 17, 2026 38m Transcript

The Little Things That Make a Big Difference with Jane StewartIn this episode of Q&A with S&A, Shane and Andrea sit down with Jane Stewart, co-founder of It’s the Little Things Community, a…

Choosing Peace While Building a Busy Life with Alex Baldock

May 03, 2026 40m

Choosing Peace While Building a Busy Life with Alex BaldockPilates and yoga instructor, business owner, client manager and all-round time-management extraordinaire Alex Baldock joins S&A for a…

In Defence of HR: Insights from an Expert with Nick Gearen

Apr 19, 2026 49m

In this episode of Q&A with S&A, Shane and Andrea sit down with Melbourne-based HR specialist Nick Gearen to explore what really goes on behind the scenes in the world of human resources.Nick…

TV vs Reality: Keeping Lawyers in Line for a Living with Katie McRae

Apr 05, 2026 43m

TV vs Reality: Keeping Lawyers in Line for a Living with Katie McRaeIn this episode of Q&A with S&A, Shane and Andrea sit down with Aintree Group Legal’s Business Manager, Katie McRae, to…

Driving High Performance: From Elite Sport to Entrepreneurship with Nick Maxwell

Mar 22, 2026 53m

In this episode, Shane and Andrea sit down with former Collingwood Football Club captain and Eclat CEO, Nick Maxwell, to explore his transition from professional football into the business world.Nick…

The Life of a Showgirl: Aussie Actor Talks Touring with Amy Hopwood

Mar 08, 2026 1h 1m

Fresh off 876 shows touring Australia with Beauty & The Beast, performer Amy Hopwood joins Q&A with S&A to share what life is really like behind the curtain.From juggling competitive…

Winning A Bronze Medal On The World Stage with Kaylen Bassett

Feb 22, 2026 45m

Shane and Andrea chat with Aintree Group–sponsored athlete Kaylen Bassett for an inspiring and insightful conversation about family, resilience, and elite performance in canoe slalom.Kaylen shares…

I'll Fix It Myself: Innovation Begins With Initiative with Melissa Voss

Feb 08, 2026 42m

When the right solution doesn’t exist, sometimes the only option is to create it yourself!In this episode, Andrea chats with Melissa Voss, Co-Founder of FuseWork, to discuss how identifying gaps and…

Family, Food & Following Your Passion with Kitchen Queens Jane Willox & Maddie Devereux

Dec 14, 2025 36m

In this episode, Shane and Andrea sit down with mother–daughter powerhouse Jane Willox and Maddie Devereux, the team behind Kitchen Queens Catering.The pair share how their shared passion for food…

The Power of Connection with Mary-Anne Brasacchio & Geena Di Stefano

Nov 30, 2025 33m

In this episode of Q&A with S&A, Andrea sits down with Mary-Anne Brasacchio and Geena Di Stefano, founders of the Social Soirée Collective, to talk about the importance of connection,…

It's All A Dance: Simplifying Business Systems & Processes with Val Coin

Nov 16, 2025 44m

In this episode, Andrea chats to Val Coin from Via Technology about all about the joys, challenges and benefits of transformation, systems and processes and being a husband-and-wife business…

Behind the Lens: Capturing Magical Moments with Melissa Hobbs

Nov 02, 2025 57m

In this episode of Plant Grow Reap, Andrea and Shane catch up with event photographer Melissa Hobbs to explore her creative journey - how discovering a love of photography in adulthood led to…

Learning From Your Mistakes: Relationships, Resilience & Rebuilding in Business with Shaun de Vries

Oct 19, 2025 45m

In this episode, Shaun de Vries, founder of Open Pantry Consulting, shares the remarkable story of his diverse career in hospitality — from early success buying his first bakery at just 21, to hard…

Mainframes to Mentoring: Life After Leading the Accounting Revolution with Wayne Schmidt

Oct 05, 2025 17m

In this episode of Q&A with S&A, Shane and Andrea sit down with Wayne Schmidt - global traveller, digital nomad, business mentor, and industry leader with over 35 years of experience in…

AI in Business: Security, Accuracy & Opportunity with Gus McLennan

Sep 21, 2025 47m

In this episode of Q&A with S&A, Andrea and Shane chat with Gus McLennan, Co-Founder and CEO of Propella.ai, about how AI is reshaping professional services businesses. Over the past year,…

Finding Flow, Embracing Empathy & Owning Identity with Dr Jackie King

Sep 07, 2025 47m

Dr. Jackie King joins Shane and Andrea to share how she discovered her purpose through empathy, both for herself and for others, and the journey of reconciling the many parts of her life and…

Connection & Community: The Human Element of Hiring with Naomi Way

Aug 24, 2025 45m

Naomi Way, Managing Director of Moss & Co Consulting, shares why genuine connection and community are key to attracting top talent. From arriving in Australia as a 20-year-old backpacker to…

Advising with Empathy: Guiding Clients Through Turbulent Times with Lisa Britcliffe

Aug 10, 2025 37m

Shane and Andrea chat with buyer and vendor advocate Lisa Britcliffe, who specialises in guiding people through property sales and purchases during major life transitions like divorce. They discuss…

Redefining Success to Prevent Burnout with Mel Kettle

Jul 27, 2025 39m

In this episode, Shane and Andrea speak with leadership and communications strategist, best-selling author, and business consultant Mel Kettle. Mel opens up about her experience with burnout and how…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Q&A with S&A have?

Q&A with S&A has published 57 episodes since December 2023, covering topics in Business, Entrepreneurship.

Is Q&A with S&A still active?

Q&A with S&A is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 44m.