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Grow - 2 D’s Weekly News and Discussions Channel
by Grow Australia
A collection of discussions and interviews based around Grow Program and Grow Leadership topics. Designed to help you run effective weekly Grow support groups for improved mental health and recovery
Episodes
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2D's Grow Podcast - Episode 46: Forming healthy habits
Hello and welcome to the 2Ds Grow podcast with hosts Dave and Daryl. In episode 46 they chat about personal updates, forming healthy habits like walking, community updates including the Readings for Mental Health review and a recent Australian Design Award for the New Blue Book, Grow New…
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2D's Grow Podcast - Episode 45: Real Voices, Real Change: Grow’s Mental Health Month Special
Hosts Dave and Daryl discuss World Mental Health Day and Mental Health Month themes, focusing on lived experience, connection, and practical steps for recovery through Grow groups. They cover local promotion ideas to grow meetings, share success stories like Odd Socks Day, podcast listener stats,...
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2D's Grow Podcast - Episode 44: We're back live
Hosts Dave and Daryl return live to recap their travels, share Grow updates (new channels, program resources, and listener stats), and highlight Odd Socks Day and Mental Health Month as they discuss community stories of hope and recovery. They thank volunteers, invite testimony submissions and...
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2D's Grow Podcast - Episode 43: Claudia's Testimony
Lindy interviews single mother Claudia who was overwhelmed with post-natal depression, guilt, trauma and depression and her remarkable journey to Grow and its online e-Group meeting.
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2D's Grow Podcast - Episode 42: Lauren's Testimony
Lindy interviews Lauren and discusses her Recovery journey as part of Grow's unique Semi-rural residential rehabilitation community in South West Sydney. From 'ice' addiction to rehab resident then full circle to becoming a rehab worker Lauren is a real story of success and persistence.
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2D's Grow Podcast - Episode 41: Nick's Testimony
Lindy interviews Nick and discusses his undiagnosed childhood mental health issues which lead to episodes of psychosis and hospitalisation. Then trace his deliberate decision to breakthrough to being a valued and valuable member of his community and not limited by the 'diagnosis' .
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2D's Grow Podcast - Episode 40: Peter's Testimony
Lindy chats to Peter about his hospitalisation for mental health on top of other health issues. Plus how he's now active and contributing to his own and others recovery while balancing time with a young family.
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2D's Grow Podcast - Episode 39: Con's Leadership Talk circa 1991
Dave and Darryl introduce Con Keogh, one of the original co-founders of Grow Australia. This talk given circa 1991 at Grow's National Leadership days, outlines the origins of Grow leadership development as a concept and then its practice in the newly formed '8 Characteristics of leadership' in...
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2D's Grow Podcast - Episode 38: Grow's history of Co-Design and Lived Experience
This episode briefly outlines Grow's deep history, pre-dating the terms, of building a Mental Health Program based fully on the Co-design process. Additionally, ensuring that lived experience of mental illness was and still is, present at EVERY level of governance at Grow from the local weekly...
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2D's Grow Podcast - Episode 37 Thoughts on Grow Leadership
Explore the essence of leadership within the GROW program. Join us for an engaging discussion on how leadership in GROW is more about function than position, and how self-activation through mutual help can inspire personal growth and recovery. Discover real-life examples of leadership in action....
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2D's Grow Podcast - Episode 36: Grow's Personal Testimony
Darryl and Dave give a brief introduction to The Personal testimony in Grow - its purpose and history, how to's and development
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2D's Grow Podcast - Episode 35: Healing Lives Behind Bars
In this episode hosts Dave and Daryl interview Robert, a long-time Grow program worker, about Grow’s custodial groups in Victorian correctional facilities. They discuss the program’s history, how groups are run inside prisons, leadership by participants, and the benefits for wellbeing and prison...
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2Ds Grow Podcast - Episode 34: Past research outcomes, Grow's impact report and more
Hosts Dave and Darryl share updates from the 2 D's Grow Podcast, including listener statistics (strong growth in Victoria and Tasmania, international downloads) and local news from their gardens and community. They discuss Professor Julian Rapoport’s research showing dramatically lower...
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2D's Grow Podcast - Episode 33: NSW Leadership Weekend, Victoria and Tasmania come onboard
Hosts Dave and Darryl share the latest GROW news: expanding listener stats (including WA and Tasmania), a successful hybrid leadership weekend with social events and new members, updates on training resources, and shout-outs to volunteers getting support. They also tease research...
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2D's Podcast - Episode 32: Unpacking the Impact Report with Anne Cherry
Dave and Daryl welcome Anne Cherry, GROW’s Executive Manager of Marketing, Impact and Partnerships, to discuss her journey into the not-for-profit sector, the newly completed impact report, and the challenges of measuring long-term recovery. They cover marketing and website goals, Google Ad…
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2D's Grow Podcast - Episode 31: Out of the Cold: Small Steps to Better Mental Health
Hosts Dave and Daryl discuss how winter and weather affect mental health, the importance of Step Seven (physical self-care) in recovery, and simple actions like getting sunlight, walking, and reaching out to others. They also share podcast listener stats, promote Oddsocks Day to raise awareness…
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2D's Grow Podcast -- Episode 30: New Goulburn Group, NAIDOC Week & Winter Wellbeing
In Episode 30 Dave and Daryl share Grow news and updates: a new group opening in Goulburn, NAIDOC Week activities, funding support for WA Grow groups, and end-of-financial-year wrap-ups. They also revisit Grow history with the story of W. Clement Stone’s influence, discuss staying connected…
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2D's Grow Podcast - Episode 29: The Evolution of Grow's Program Workers
Episode 29 of the 2Ds Grow podcast features hosts Dave and Daryl sharing weekly banter, updates on listener stats and events, and links to Grow resources. The main segment traces the history of Grow’s fieldworker role — from Con’s early roving visits and safaris through the development of…
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2D's Grow Podcast - Episode 28: Yellow Book update, Attendance at Leadership meetings
Hosts Dave and Daryl catch up with community news, personal updates and highlights from the Grow movement. They announce the migration of 30 training podcasts to a dedicated Training & Resources channel, discuss the Yellow Book refresh (the proposed Orange Book rewrite), leadership meetings and…
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2D's Grow Podcast - Episode 27: Renee’s Story & Grow News (Ep.27)
Hosts Dave and Daryl cover the latest Grow community news — from Burwood Group awards and National Reconciliation Week activities to local fundraising and events. Dave also shares a history segment on co-founder Renee’s journey from addiction to helping start GROW, plus quick updates and…
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2D's Grow Podcast - Episode 26: Volunteers, Local Promotion, Rebuilding GROW
Hosts Dave and Daryl return for Episode 26 to catch up after a break, sharing stories about recent renovations, weather-related challenges and a tragic rescue that highlights the courage of volunteers. They discuss the vital role of volunteerism in GROW, strategies for rebuilding and promoting...
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2 D's Grow Podcast - Episode 25: Grow News, Training on offer
Hosts Dave and Daryl share news from the Grow community, highlight the Stories of Hope channel and program training, and celebrate rising listener numbers. They also chat about personal updates (renovations and golf), upcoming organiser/recorder training, op‑shop volunteering, leadership…
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2D's Grow Podcast - Episode 24: Stats, New Channels & Grow News
Hosts Dave and Daryl discuss episode highlights: a 50% increase in downloads, listeners in 27 countries, a new Program Training & Resources channel, and tips for starting and running both in-person and online Grow groups. They also share a historical look at why Grow chose the “Recovery” name,...
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2D's Grow Podcast - Episode 23: Grow literature updates coming, training for Group Organisers
The episode covers Grow updates: a new Program Training & Resources podcast channel with uploaded episodes, an upcoming review of core readings (the "blue" and "green" books now on Kindle), Group organiser and Recorder training weekends, and a South Australian 'Red Faces' fundraiser supporting...
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2D's Grow Podcast - Episode22: How GROW Reaches Hospital Patients
Episode 22 of the 2D's Grow podcast covers recent community weekends, rising listenership around the world (notably Vietnam, the U.S. and Australia), and a detailed discussion on GROW hospital orientations. Hosts Dave and Daryl share a personal story about the impact of hospital visits, explain…
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2D's Grow Podcast - Episode 21: Major Rehab Expansion - Ross attends a community weekend
Hosts Dave and Daryl share Grow news including a major residential rehab expansion in northern New South Wales, a planned podcast feed rename, and strong growth in listeners and downloads. The episode also features guest Ross talking about the value of community weekends, how camps build...
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2 D's Grow Podcast - Episode 20: Submitting Leadership papers, Recovery to Grow name change story
Hosts Dave and Daryl bring Episode 20 of the 2D's Grow podcast, sharing community updates, growing international listenership, and the importance of peer-written literature and leadership meetings in the Grow recovery program. They explain the origin of the name Grow, encourage members to submit...
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The Grow Literature Process
This episode explains GROW's literature process: how leaders write and present leadership papers at leadership meetings, how a scribe and branch literature team review submissions, and how standout papers are discussed and voted on at leadership days to become part of branch or national program...
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2 D's Grow Podcast - Episode 19: Welcome to Grow & Community Wins (Ep.19)
Episode 19 of the 2D's Grow podcast covers GROW's expanding global reach (welcome Brazil), the ongoing prison and transition peer-support groups, and recent local grant wins helping regional meetings. The hosts also explain the "Welcome to GROW" orientation sessions, discuss venue funding and...
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2 D's Grow Podcast - Episode 18: History Spotlight — Albert Lacey & New Commitment
Episode 18 of the 2D's Grow Podcast with hosts Dave and Daryl: community updates, and a deep dive into GROW's history featuring Dr. Albert Lacey and the founding principles that shaped the organisation. Also covered: the expanded GROW Commitment and group method clarifications, a call for…
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2 D's Grow Podcast - Episode 17: Community Observers, Outreach & Growing Resilience
Hosts Dave and Daryl welcome listeners to Episode 17 of the 2D's Grow podcast. The episode focuses on community observers in weekly Grow groups — what they are, etiquette, and proposed guidelines — plus an overview of the Growing Resilience short course and how it supports people during stressful...
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2D's Grow Podcast - Episode 16: Get Growing, Red Faces and Blue Book focus
Hosts Dave and Daryl catch up in Episode 16 with updates on a recent podcast publishing delay, Grow’s accreditation audit success, and expanding international listeners. They discuss the Get Growing school program, fundraising through Red Faces, and the positive reception of the new Blue...
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2D's Grow Podcast - Ep 15: Digging into Grow History
In Episode 15, hosts Dave and Daryl share Grow news and views: their growing international listenership, outreach from author Carol Mussey seeking a quote from former grower Emma Pierce (aka Pauline), and discoveries from early Grow history and traditions. They also celebrate new local and online...
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2 D's Grow Podcast - Episode 14: Going Global, Recovery, Community & Controversy
Episode 14 of the 2D's Grow podcast covers recent listener growth and international reach, the hosts' goal to expand the audience, and upcoming community events like group elections and a Tasmanian community weekend. The episode also explores personal recovery—combining self-action, mutual help…
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2D's Grow Podcast - Episode 13: Inside the New Blue Book & Traditions
Dave and Daryl break down Episode 13 of the Grow podcast, walking listeners through the updated Blue Book: clearer, color-coded sections (Beginning, Progressing, Seasoned), reworked readings, and the addition of Grow traditions. They discuss how the program stages support group leadership…
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2 D's Grow Podcast - Episode 12: New Blue Book review continues
Hosts Dave and Daryl catch up on life, community news and the latest updates to the Grow Blue Book, including new readings on assertiveness, codependency, grief, letting go and consistency. They discuss improvements to online group access, leadership training, and invite listeners to get involved...
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The 3 Convictions, 4 Determinations and 3 Basic Changes: A Practical Guide
Hosts Daryl and Dave revisit GROW’s core principles—the three basic convictions, four basic determinations, and three basic changes—showing how they link together as a practical foundation for recovery and personal growth. They explain using community support, steady habits, and reasoning over...
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2 D's Grow Podcast - Episode11: New Blue Book roll out, reconnecting after the holiday break
Hosts Dave and Daryl catch up after the holidays, sharing personal stories from family time, the beach, cricket and golf before turning to Grow matters. They discuss the updated Blue Book (beginning/progress/season sections, mental health and mindfulness), the February rollout plan, tips for...
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2Ds Grow Podcast - Ep.10: Christmas Wrap & Life-Saving Survey Results
Hosts Dave and Daryl share Grow news and updates in this festive episode: holiday group opening dates and online options, highlights from the 2024–25 member survey (including a 76% reduction in suicidal thoughts), the new Blue Book and updated group method card, and a big thank-you to volunteers...
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2D's Grow Podcast - Episode 9: Community Weekend activities, Two editions of the Blue Book explained and more
Hosts Dave and Daryl discuss recent community weekend activities like box car races and frisbee golf. They cover branch conferences, the role of branch program teams, and explain the two editions of the new Blue Book—one with faith-based alternative wording to preserve tradition. The episode also...
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2D's Grow Podcast - Episode 8: Evolving Grow Language & Tackling Group Problems
Hosts Dave and Daryl discuss updates to Grow’s literature and language, practical ways to tackle group problems, and upcoming episodes about working in correctional facilities. They also share a new personal testimony from Susie, encourage group leaders to use these conversations in meetings, and...
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Tackling Group Problems: Practical Solutions for Grow Leaders
Welcome to Grow's program training and resource podcast, hosted by Daryl and Dave. In this episode, we dive into the concept of group problems and how to effectively address them within your Grow group. Daryl and Dave discuss the importance of bringing up issues during meetings, the role of the...
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Understanding the Evolution of Language in Grow's 12-Step Program
Welcome to Grow's program training and resource podcast, hosted by Daryl and Dave. In this episode, they delve into the evolution of language within Grow's 12-step program, highlighting key changes and the rationale behind them. Learn about the history and updates to terms such as "inadequacy,"...
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2 D's Grow Podcast - Episode 7: Community Updates, Legends of Grow Community Weekend in South Australia
Hosts Dave and Daryl share community updates from the GROW network, including a South Australian community weekend, rising podcast downloads, and new groups starting up. They reconnect with legend Helen Shaw and preview the re-release of Joanie’s Story — a powerful recovery tale of schizophrenia...
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2 D's Grow Podcast - Episode 6: Leadership progression, New Zealand Conference and AGM, National meetings
Hosts Dave and Daryl discuss recent Grow updates: a national strategy meeting with the program team, the new Blue Book and updated group method, a proposed review of the Yellow Book, highlights from the Grow New Zealand AGM, leadership transitions and a farewell to long-time member Teena, plus...
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2 D's Grow Podcast - Episode 5: Mental Health month activities and Blue Book update
In episode five of the 2Ds Grow podcast, hosts Dave and Daryl discuss the launch of the revised and expanded Blue Book, share feedback and distribution updates, and highlight Mental Health Month events and local community activities across Australia and New Zealand. They talk about the importance...
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2 D's Grow Podcast - Episode 4: Launch of the Rainbow Group
Hosts Dave and Daryl share a brief weekly update on Grow: new Blue Book and training manual updates, group method housekeeping for online meetings, the importance of 12‑step outreach, and the launch of a new online Rainbow group for the LGBTQA+ community. They also mention an invite to the Grow…
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2 Ds Grow Podcast - Episode 3: Now on Apple Podcasts — Updates & Group Tips
Hosts Dave and Daryl catch up on recent activity for the Grow community: platform releases (now on Apple Podcasts and other apps), e‑groups via Zoom, short courses like Get Growing and Growing Resilience, and the upcoming Blue Book rollout. They also discuss planning organiser and recorder...
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2 D's Grow Podcast - Episode 2: Blue Book and Group Method Update, Digital Releases & Community Impact
Hosts Dave and Daryl discuss the latest Grow updates: the forthcoming Blue Book and updated group method rollout, digital releases like Growing to Recovery Vol. 2 on Kindle, and highlights from the annual member survey showing the program's strong impact. They also cover reconciliation planning,...
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2 D's Grow Podcast - Episode 1 Community Weekend Highlights: Reconnecting at Coffs Harbour
Hosts Dave and Daryl discuss their recent community weekend in Coffs Harbour, updates on the Grow Blue Book and group methods, upcoming community events, and invite listeners to submit questions and local Grow news.
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