Calling all those who have ever felt lost or overwhelmed! Join us for a conversation of raw honesty and hope as Kate Johnson chats with Alison Bryson about her mental health journey. Alison's story takes us from a quaint village in Scotland to the heights of a successful career. But then, life took an unexpected turn, leaving her struggling to function. We'll hear about the months of recovery that followed, a period of rediscovering how to navigate life anew. Join us as Alison shares: The...

Talking with the always kind HR and Organisational Design Executive Joy Edwards about diversity & inclusion & how we achieve this, leadership, the role of the executive, mentoring, kindness in the workplace, motivation and the 4 C’s. You will think differently about how you act in the workplace after this. Listen now!  https://uppbeat.io/t/tatami/believe-in-you License code: YFFXR4OESBFFTUI4  https://uppbeat.io/t/jacob-nicou/feather License code:...

A conversation with Elder Engagement Specialist Maurie Voisey-Barlin.  Talking about how he engages with our elders, what helps him to connect and enhance every interaction, ageism, inclusion and the quest for youth, and how we can connect to our loved ones who may be experiencing dementia. Maurie changes lives and enriches life for people who are approaching end of life, making meaningful and lasting impressions. His work is so important and everyone should hear about it! Music from...

Join the Beast Leigh for Episode 2 as we talk to Bill about life, mental health, inclusion and love.  Music from #Uppbeat  https://uppbeat.io/t/moire/we-can License code: CGAE7YLCTVVQFCJ3 https://uppbeat.io/t/qube/beam License code: 3GD75KXHLPJVBMES https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/paradise License code: K67PQPUZXERSUK7U https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/good-feelings License code: BYR4NYUR4TPC62IK

Leigh kicks off Beauty & The Beast interviewing his good friend and supporter Michael Waring. They discuss mental health, life, circles of support and self love. Enjoy! Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/hey-pluto/the-gentleman License code: 86BVC7T1Y4VT5EQ7 https://uppbeat.io/t/mountaineer/your-way License code: I2HDTSHGBCB4UHQV https://uppbeat.io/t/hey-pluto/roll-with-it License code: 3EVS6KTIRRM2ZJC3  https://uppbeat.io/t/pecan-pie/concomitant-luck License...

We talk again with Arden Jarrett, Grace York and Nicci Richman, answering your questions about Neurodiversity. Track 1: Lava Lamp (Blastculture 3:28AM remix) by Phish Funk Track 2:  Funk by Podington Bear Track 3: Funk by The Rories  Track 4: Stargazing by Phish Funk freemusicarchive.org

Welcome to Season 5! Bill and Geordie have a yarn!  CREDITS Music Track 1 “Tonight You Belong To Me” by Patience & Prudence Universal Music, 1956  Music Track 2 “Johnny Are You Queer” by Josie Cotton Elektra Records, 1981  Music Track 3 “Bewildered” by Shirley & Lee Manhattan Records, 1960  Audio Byte 1 From the film “Polyester” by John Waters New Line Cinema, 1981  Audio Byte 2 From the film “Cecil B. Demented” by John Waters Artic Productions LLC (and others), 2000 

Song 1 O Solo De Maqui by Portron Portron Lopez  https://freemusicarchive.org/ Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International (CC BY-NC-SA 4.0) Song 2 Ô Zéphyr by Portron Portron Lopez https://freemusicarchive.org/ Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International (CC BY-NC-SA 4.0) Song 3 Slinky by Robert John https://freemusicarchive.org/ Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International (CC BY-NC-SA 4.0)  

We sit down with Glenda Jackson to hear all about her antics, stories and advice from being one of Newcastle's first and best drag queens. Music She's One Sweet Show Girl (Es una Chica del Teatro) by Ben Pollack and His Park Central Orcehstra; Belle Mann; Edward Grossman; Ted Ward www.archive.org You Haven't Lived Until You've Played The Palace by Carol Channing; Jules Munshin; Les Quat' Jeudis; Orchestra www.archive.org Anna from Anna_AKA_El Negro Zumbon by André Kostelanetz And His...

We sit down with Glenda Jackson to hear all about her antics, stories and advice from being one of Newcastle's first and best drag queens. Music She's One Sweet Show Girl (Es una Chica del Teatro) by Ben Pollack and His Park Central Orcehstra; Belle Mann; Edward Grossman; Ted Ward www.archive.org You Haven't Lived Until You've Played The Palace by Carol Channing; Jules Munshin; Les Quat' Jeudis; Orchestra www.archive.org Anna from Anna_AKA_El Negro Zumbon  by André Kostelanetz And His...

Our Kate shares a story from her life’s journey so far and her battle with mental health and addiction. This being the start of an occasional series where our guests share their mental health stories. This episode deals with mental health and suicidal ideation. If you need help you can call Lifeline on 13 11 14 or visit sane.org If you need any help with alcohol you can reach out to turningpoint.org.au or smartrecoveryaustralia.com.au Strings by Another Day Licensed under Attribution-Non...

As promised: a new series of episodes to answer your questions relating to the important issue of Disability Employment in Australia. For future Q&A episodes with Jospeh please send your questions in via [email protected] and our good friend Joseph Popov will include a response in future podcast episodes. Credits Song 1  Paris Gipsy Swing  By Dieter van der Westen  Licensed under Attrition 4.0 International License  W https://freemusicarchive.org/home 

The HDIC Neurodiversity Committee: Nicci Richman, Arden Jarrett and Grace York join us to discuss related topics, share their life experiences and to answer listeners questions on all things Neurodiversity. This being the first episode in a series they will contribute to our show on this topic. Credits Song 1 HoliznaCC0 – “Anxiety” Anxiety by HoliznaCC0 is licensed under a CC0 1.0 Universal License. W: https://freemusicarchive.org/home Song 2: HoliznaCC0 – “Bikini Bottom” Bikini Bottom by...

Bonus Episode As an immigrant kid who grew up in La Perouse in the 1960s and 70s I’ve had views on the relationship between Indigenous and Anglo-Australians across 7 decades now. In this bonus episode: Geordie has surprised me by capturing my ponderings on White Australia’s relationship with First Nations people from clips from our informal recordings.  Also, as these clips were recorded earlier in 2022 we also yarn about the potential of the recent Australian Federal Election and the (then...

A conversation with Leigh Creighton recent recipient of the Golden Pineapple for ‘Person of the Year’ at the 2022 Hunter Awards for Outstanding Achievement in DEI. It is often said about Leigh that ‘Where he goes the camera follows’ ... but it seems the microphone follows him too! A great person doing wonderful work. Sound bite: Building Bridges: A Conversation with Harry Belafonte Mimi Rosenberg and Ken Nash Usage: Attribution 3.0 From The Internet Archive: https://archive.org Song...

Declan Edwards is the founder of the personal happiness coaching and workplace happiness consulting firm BU Happiness. Here he chats with Sharni Campbell about his work and aspirations.  Declan is uplifting! He invigorates and energises any room he enters! A beautiful human who creates happiness through his personality, character and important works.  Enjoy! MUSIC Track1 Dan Brasco: “For the Poor” “For the Poor” by Dan Brasco is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives (aka...

In this episode we are pleased to have our friend Iman Mohammed from the Mayfield Mosque back for series three! A true Community Leader and a person of wisdom, love and kindness. In this episode we chat about the holy festival of Ramadan, our shared interest in relaunching the Hunter Diversity Festival and much more! MUSIC: “Deeply Inside – Ohne Beats” by Lobo Loco Licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License www.freemusicarchive.org

Damien Linnane saw prison as an opportunity to pursue writing fiction and also teach himself how to draw. He is now a published novelist and a contracted illustrator. He is also an activist for the rights of those in incarceration and a fellow podcaster (not to mention: a very fine person indeed!) LINKS TO DAMIEN’S CONTENT: Website: https://www.damienlinnane.com BOOKS: ‘Scarred’ by Damien Linnane https://www.booktopia.com.au/scarred-damien-linnane/book/9780648480242.html ‘This Is Ear...

Our future Federal Minister for Social Services: Joseph Popov (Let’s start with Workplace Disability Employment Standards). Our idea of a good time is hanging out with friend Joseph Popov. His knowledge of all things relating to Disability-related legislation and social policy is immense! He’s also an acutely intelligent person with an infectious humor. Joseph’s blogs can be accessed via: LINKS TO BLOG CONTENT: The National Disability Strategy and its Relationship to Employment -...

An enlightening and illuminating conversation with Nicci Richman Nicci works tirelessly to build the next generation of workplaces where all people can thrive in their authenticity. She is a true Leader in enabling greater Diversity and Inclusion in the Hunter. Loving and brave her work to ensure equity and belonging for neurodivergent people is to be acknowledged and celebrated. LINKS TO NICCI’S CONTENT: Website: https://www.audir.com.au Facebook:...

With our guest Sharni Campbell we talk about the many DEI related events occurring in the Hunter Region over the next few months: including the HDIC ‘Awards for Outstanding Achievement in DEI in the Hunter Region’ which takes place this year on 10th June at the 48 Watt St. Theatre. MUSIC: “Antalyanin Mor Uzumu” by Turku, Nomads of the Silk Road License: Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) W: freemusicarchive.org “Mahaba Wa Taka Nini” by The Sounds of Taraab License:...

Michelle from ‘Being More Human’ joins us for an insightful and invigorating discussion about: the prevailing goodness of human beings, chaos theory as it applies to organisations,  the failings of command and control leadership, diversity and inclusion and being motivated by Love (not fear) and a whole lot more! Whilst Geordie and Bill bid farewell to 2021 our discussion with Michelle is a positive and inspirational way to prepare us all for the inevitable change and evolution which will...

Born in Camden NSW Stuart studied a Bachelor of Applied Science in Coastal Resource Management along with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Media Studies. His careers have been impacted through the onset of mental illness at the age of 27.  Published songwriter through the Australian Performing Arts Association (Twenty Years to Gain) Stuart has demonstrated resilience and understanding and offers insight towards a life-long-lived with bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. A Father of two...

What’s Going on in DEI? Geordie and Bill kick off their post-Covid lockdown podcast series with an open-ended chat about a range of related topics including: Our Prime Minister and new NSW PremierFuture podcasts topics/styleCurrent employment practice in the HunterDEI enlightened forms of recruitmentFoster careHomelessnessAddictionDomestic ViolenceTaboo topics in the Hunter (White Privilege, Islamic faith, Domestic Violence, Ageism), Soul CafeAged Care/Disability ‘support’ through Centrelink...