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Be The Drop

by Narrative Network

If you have a powerful story but don’t know how to share it. Or if you have tried telling your story but it didn’t resonate, then this podcast is for you. Be The Drop investigates how we can drive collective consciousness through the stories we share. In this podcast, Amelia Veale interviews people who motivate and inspire collective thinking and action. Through the stories, experiences and advice they share, we uncover strategies for positive communication.Be The Drop uncovers the human element and traits of people who inspire and motivate us to be or do more - whether that be within business or through social causes.

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Episodes

  1. Premier Peter Malinauskas: Social Consciousness In Action

    In episode 297, I’m joined by Premier Peter Malinauskas, live at the 2022 CEO Sleepout. A 6th time Sleepout participant, Peter explains his motivation to participate and the extra layer of responsibility he feels, this year participating as the South Australian Premier. We also discuss the…

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  2. Storytelling To Help You Communicate With Confidence

    In episode 296, I’m excited to be joined by Robert Tighe, who is a Storytelling Consultant that shares my passion for the power of storytelling. Robert’s personal mission is to help people tell their Origin Stories, these are the stories that define who you are and what you stand for. He shares...

  3. 5 Steps To Motivate + Inspire Action

    In episode 295, I reflect on the very core and foundation of this podcast - what are the elements required to inspire and motivate others to join you in a course of action? The podcast title, Be The Drop is based on the saying a waterfall begins with one drop and through the nearly 300 episodes…

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  4. Parenting Choices - Moving Beyond Gender

    In episode 294, I’m very excited to welcome back Chris Warman as we continue to track his journey as a stay at home parent. Throughout our documentary series, Transcending The Gender Narrative we talked about gender barriers for parents and the stereotypes that negatively affect both men and…

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  5. From Start-up To 40K Students In 6 Months - How?

    In episode 293, recorded live at SouthStart, Ajay Prakash, CEO & Founder of EntryLevel takes us through his journey from startup to an affordable, global cohort-based education platform with over 40,000 students within 6 months of inception. Ajay explains how his experience in other startup...

  6. Your Dream Job: Align Your Personal + Professional Goals

    In episode 292, recorded live at SouthStart, I go on a recruitment journey with Emma Pudney as she details how she reframed and realigned her personal goals to match her professional goals, in order to secure her dream job. Emma explains the detailed and at times confronting steps that she very...

  7. Super Fierce: Control Your Financial Future

    In episode 291, which was recorded live at SouthStart, I lean into an often taboo conversation and discuss money with Trenna Probert, Founder and CEO of Super Fierce. Trenna reveals some of the alarming statistics of the current financial inequality facing women in Australia today - particularly…

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  8. Impact: Improving The State Of Our Collective Humanity

    In episode 290, which was recorded live at SouthStart, I am thrilled to be again joined by the passionate advocate for change Moira Were AM. Moira is a distinguished social entrepreneur and advocate for women and people who are impacted by systems that don't work for them, by bringing innovative...

  9. Future Proofing Food Supplies For 2050

    In episode 289, which is recorded live at SouthStart, Anna El Tahchy, the Chief Technical Officer at Nourish Ingredients explains how she’s part of a team working to find smarter, more sustainable ways to help feed the demand of the world's population in years to come. To create a real shift in…

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  10. Give Yourself Permission To Pause

    In episode 288, I give myself permission to pause. I’m listening to my physical and emotional well-being which has been stressed and under pressure. Many of my guests have talked about how important it is to prioritise ourselves first, so this week that’s what I’m doing. To ensure you’re not left...

  11. Live Theatre Tackling Domestic Violence Discussions

    In episode 287, creator of 'The Bone Cage' Dr Corinna Di Niro explains how her immersive theatre piece gives audiences a glimpse into the thoughts, feelings, perceptions and turmoil women experience when living in an abusive relationship. Corinna talks about why she wove immersive technology with...

  12. Actions For Positive Change

    In episode 286, Robyn Verrall the Founder of Bully's Meats, explains how to be part of the solution, not just talk about the problems. Robyn is focused on actions that lead to positive change, giving back in meaningful ways and using your business as a vehicle to create a movement that matters....

  13. Tips To Build Your Small Business

    In episode 285, Director of Operations at Yallingup Cheese Co, Alana Hill-Ling explains the steps she took to build her passion into a business. With a background in winemaking, a passion for eating cheese and the gorgeous Margaret River as her backdrop, Alana took proactive action and worked…

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  14. How To Be Magnetic

    In episode 284, I’m joined by visibility coach and personal brand mentor, Kristen Werner. Kristen is a big thinker, problem solver and strategic planner who looks for ways to simplify the complicated. We discuss her passion for helping women to own their superpower, to be magnetic in sharing…

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  15. Empowered: Phoenix Rising in 2022

    In episode 283, Amelia unveils her predominant good feeling word for 2022. Using the framework created by Nardia Renney, she explains what actions she plans to implement throughout her daily and weekly life, in order to honour her feelings and needs for her intention and purpose in 2022. In…

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  16. A Journey Together For Australian People

    In episode 282, I discuss my journey of learning and discovery about our first nations people - and how as a non-indigenous Australian I can respectfully recognise and celebrate their cultures. I share my personal experiences, conversations I’ve had and useful resources I have found as I try to...

  17. How Does Cyber Security Impact You?

    In episode 281, Yvonne Sears, Managing Director of ISD Cyber shares a range of insights into the world of Cyber Security. Yvonne explains what cyber security is and unpacks some of the ambiguity or confusion in this space. We also discuss some of the key actions businesses should take as basic...

  18. Daily Meditation: Unlock Your Best Self

    In episode 280, Founder of Soul Archaeology, Suzanne Thompson joins me to discuss how to create space and time to practice self love. Suzanne shares how through her journey and development of oneness with self, especially through the practice of meditation she has come to release how incredibly...

  19. Self-Align With Your Values in 2022

    In episode 279, I replay episode 228 that helped us kickstart and reframe our sense of self in early 2021. Leadership Coach and mentor, Nardia Renney discusses how we can allow ourselves to thrive by aligning with our values. The tools that she explains and the worksheet that is available to...

  20. Our Top Five Episodes Of All Time!

    In episode 278, I look back at the top five most downloaded episodes. I often get asked by people what my favourite episode is and I struggle to answer because that would be like picking a favourite child! However, I can reveal our top five most listened episodes of all time. In 5th place is...

  21. Give Yourself The Gift Of Joy

    In episode 277, I reflect on the work that I have done in 2021 to give myself the gift of Joy - and as my Christmas gift to you, I share some tips on how you can do the same. I talk about the conscious decision and work that I have done in order to better understand what is that I need to do more...

  22. Stay At Home Dad with Chris Warman

    In episode 276, I’m very excited to welcome back Chris Warman. Well actually, we recorded this episode before he left but are releasing now as he celebrates his role as new Dad to baby Patricia. Throughout our documentary series, Transcending The Gender Narrative we talked to many men about their...

  23. Questions From Aspiring Content Creators - Live Q+A

    Episode 275, was recorded LIVE after the Creative Industries panel discussion. Audience members were invited to ask questions of the three panel members Evan Dalziell of Northern Sound System, TikTok star Jenna with the PINK and me, your podcast host Amelia Veale. As a content creator, you may…

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  24. From TikTok To Podcasts - Tips For Content Creators

    Episode 274, was recorded LIVE at the Creative Industries panel discussion where we hear from Evan Dalziell of Northern Sound System, TikTok star Jenna with the PINK and me, your podcast host Amelia Veale. We discuss the changing world of media consumption and broadcast channels, sharing our top...

  25. Understanding Domestic Violence: How To Help

    In episode 273, I’m joined by Fiona Mort, head of 1800RESPECT, the national helpline for sexual assault, domestic and family violence. Fiona discusses the barriers and challenges women must overcome in their journey to escape domestic violence, often for them and their children. Fiona also…

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  26. I’m Not Crying, You’re Crying

    In episode 272, I am equal parts excited and sad as we say ‘farewell for now’ to the legendary Chris Warman. The sad part is obvious, having worked with Chris for many years now, it’s hard to imagine Narrative Marketing without him. However, Chris leaves to start a new and exciting chapter as he...

  27. Shifting The Systems Holding Inequality In Place

    In episode 271, I am thrilled to speak with Moira Were AM who shares her extensive and practical advice on how we can evolve, shift or reshape, the systems that no longer serve us; the systems that are holding current inequalities in place. Moira draws insights from her different roles, as a...

  28. Responding To Domestic Violence

    In episode 270, I speak to Supt James Blandford about the frontline realities experienced through his work with SA Police, responding to domestic violence. Supt Blandford discusses the need for wider community understanding, the critical need to be informed and educated about the alarming rates…

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  29. Impact Chains: How To Enable Positive Impact With Sarah Gun

    In episode 269, I am joined by the inspirational Sarah Gun, Founder of GOGO events and the GOGO Foundation as well as a Co-founder at Collab4Good. Sarah and I discuss what it means to build impact chains or ripples of positive influence, starting from where you are with what you have. We discuss...

  30. Top Tips To Create Videos With Your Phone

    In episode 268, host Amelia Veale shares her top tips and advice for how to create professional looking videos to communicate your messages. In this solo episode, I share answers to some of the most common questions I get asked when I deliver our training - Film Like A Pro On Your Phone. I…

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  31. How Story Can Enhance Positive Social Impact

    In episode 267, I delve into the powerful impact of story with Susan Rooney-Harding, Director of The Story Catchers. Susan explains how their evidence-based methodology harnesses stories for purpose to measure social impact in monitoring, evaluation and project reporting. Through story, they are...

  32. Make It Happen: Bring Your Idea To Life

    In episode 266, I’m joined by Ethan White, host of Community TV Program, Off the Couch with Ethan which was awarded Best Outdoor & Recreation Program at the recent Antenna Awards. Through his camping-based travel show, Ethan aims to inspire young people and their families to get off the couch and...

  33. Create A Successful Board Career - Women On The Move

    In episode 265 of Be The Drop, I’m very excited to share with you an episode from our Narrative Network podcast member, Women On The Move, which is hosted by Donny Walford, the Managing Director and Founder of Behind Closed Doors. It’s a privilege to work with Donny and her team to produce this...

  34. How To Pitch Your Story with Lauren Hillman, Channel 44

    In episode 264 of Be The Drop, I’m joined by Lauren Hillman, General Manager at Channel 44 to discuss the critical importance of sharing real stories that represent real life situations. Lauren shares her experience and insights from working in Commercial TV and broadcast radio, to her role now…

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  35. How To Tell Magnetic Business Stories

    In episode 263 of Be The Drop, leadership and brand storytelling expert Gabrielle Dolan, returns to share her tips on how to tell Magnetic Stories. We discuss what brand storytelling is and the common mistakes businesses make when trying to tell their brand story. Gabrielle explains the five…

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  36. Brand Purpose vs Brand Hypocrisy with Samuel Scott

    In episode 262 of Be The Drop, Keynote Marketing Speaker and Columnist for The Drum, Samuel Scott discusses how to walk the talk and be a purposeful company that actually delivers on their beliefs, even if it’s not always profitable. This interview was recorded at Pause Fest 2021, and as a media...

  37. Supporting Positive Changes In Our Food Systems

    In episode 261 of Be The Drop, fellow podcast host James Perrin from The Overview Effect, leads a panel discussion with Maree Lowes, Dirtgirl actor from Dirtgirlworld and docuseries Eat.Dirt; Chris Andrew, General Manager of Black Duck Foods and George Peppou, Co-Founder and CEO, Vow Food. The...

  38. Getting Attention To Motivate Climate Change

    In episode 260 of Be The Drop, environmental scientist, author, adventurer and public speaker Tim Jarvis AM explains how he has linked his expeditions in Antarctica to his work supporting solutions for climate change and biodiversity loss. From re-creating Ernest Shackleton’s Epic Expedition to...

  39. Embracing Cultural Knowledge And Respect In Our Human Journey

    In episode 259 of Be The Drop, Mickey O’Brien, Cultural Educator and Advisor, descendant of the Kaurna and Narrunga peoples, reflects on the need to look for the commonalities, not for the differences in our cultures. Mickey shares how he’s working to support Aboriginal people to retain their...

  40. The Evolving Business Of Film

    In episode 258 of Be The Drop, Anna Vincent, Film Producer and co-Founder of SLA Films discusses the requirement for filmmakers to embrace entrepreneurial principles. She explains how in the contemporary new world of film releases, creative teams can have a big impact on their film's success, by...

  41. Leadership And Strategic Governance In A Crisis

    In episode 257 of Be The Drop, Nigel Wilson, Director at Australis Chambers discusses the underpinning structure and processes that are required to enable fast-moving and people focussed leadership. As we move through the covid-19 pandemic, Nigel looks at how we can utilise strategic governance...

  42. Pitch Perfect: How To Get Investor Attention

    In episode 256 of Be The Drop, Principal at Startmate, Lauren Capelin explains how a well-structured pitch can help you attract investor attention. We discuss how knowing what to include and what to leave out of your story, will simultaneously demonstrate your value and build curiosity; leaving...

  43. Performance Marketing: Metrics For Growth

    In episode 255 of Be The Drop, Tyson Drake explains performance marketing as the ability to quantify how you're acquiring customers. He shares tips and insights into how you can track and review your marketing performance in terms of how much your customer acquisition costs and what return you're...

  44. In Conversation With Guy Kawasaki

    In episode 254 of Be The Drop, Chief evangelist at Canva, Guy Kawasaki is in conversation with Peta Petrakis as they discuss how to hone, accelerate and amplify creativity. This interview was recorded at Pause Fest 2021, and as a media partner of the event, it is my absolute pleasure to share…

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  45. Are You Investment Ready?

    In episode 253 of Be The Drop, experienced corporate lawyer Gerry Cawson, from Kain Lawyers discusses the process of capital raising and the different types of capital available at different stages of growth. The world of raising funds to grow your business can be complex and confusing but…

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  46. Forging Space For Creative Problem Solving

    In episode 252 of Be The Drop, we look at how to forge space for creativity with Murray Galbraith, Founder at Half Decent and mentor with Startmate. Murray discusses the importance of building imagination blocks of time into your schedule, that include time for curiosity without a specific…

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  47. Transforming Our Education System With Real World Skills

    In episode 251 of Be The Drop, Nicole Dyson, Founder of Future Anything, explains how they are working to transform young people’s passion and curiosity into innovative ideas that make their world a better place. Motivated to make education engaging and with real world relevance, Nicole utilised...

  48. The Complexity Of Escaping Domestic Violence

    In episode 250 of Be The Drop, Tim Best, Operations Manager of the Vinnies Crisis Centres joins me to discuss the complex and sometimes life threatening issues facing women in crisis. He explains the prevalence of domestic violence as the key reason for women and children seeking crisis...

  49. Social Media ROI And Trends in 2021

    In episode 249 of Be The Drop, we dive into social media and digital trends with Daniel Lean, the APAC Manager, Customer Success and Professional Services at Hootsuite. Over the past 12 months social media usage has increased but the question remains; how to improve ROI for social media and…

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  50. Space Tech Startup: Journey To Beyond

    In episode 248, CEO and Co-founder at Fleet Space Technologies, Flavia Tata Nardini, shares her inspirational startup journey. Launching a space tech startup in Australia, at a time when the country didn’t yet have a space agency, took guts, commitment and hard work. Flavia steps us through…

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

If you have a powerful story but don’t know how to share it. Or if you have tried telling your story but it didn’t resonate, then this podcast is for you. Be The Drop investigates how we can drive collective consciousness through the stories we share. In this podcast, Amelia Veale interviews people who motivate and inspire collective thinking and action. Through the stories, experiences and advice they share, we uncover strategies for positive communication.Be The Drop uncovers the human element and traits of people who inspire and motivate us to be or do more - whether that be within business or through social causes.

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Narrative Network

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If you have a powerful story but don’t know how to share it. Or if you have tried telling your story but it didn’t resonate, then this podcast is for you. Be The Drop investigates how we can drive collective consciousness through the stories we share. In this podcast, Amelia Veale interviews people...

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