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Mob Way R U OK?
by R U OK?
It's often hard to talk about how you feel, but is there someone that you trust to have a yarn with? In this podcast series we yarn with well-known and everyday First Nations people on their experiences, how we open up in our own way, how we have conversations and ask that simple question, are you OK? because we are Stronger Together.This podcast is brought to you by the Australian suicide prevention charity R U OK?
Episodes
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Nadine Foley
Nadine Foley is a Noongar woman from Western Australia and has been an active community member in Meeanjin (Brisbane) for the last 13 years. She is a passionate teacher and business owner. In this episode of Mob Way, we discuss her love for weaving, not only to create useful tools, but more...
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Jack Charles
A man who hardly needs an introduction, Uncle Jack Charles is an actor, musician, potter and gifted performer, but in his 73 years he has also been homeless, a heroin addict, a thief and a regular in Victoria's prisons. In this episode of Mob Way, he shares much of his wisdom, including yarns of...
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Kylie Deen
Gubbi Gubbi woman Kylie Deen is a Community Development Worker with West End Community House. In this episode she reminds us that 'it's OK to not be OK' and shares what has helped her through some tough times. She also shares the importance of rooting 'R U OK?' conversations in ongoing, trusted...
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Fred Leone
Fred Leone is one of the Butchulla Songmen, a language custodian, and a ground-breaking, award winning artist. In this episode of Mob Way, we discuss the important role of Elders and why he never turns his phone off.
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Che Skeen
Che Skeen is Wakka Wakka/Birri Gubba mother living in Meanjin. She is actor/writer and a producer for Digi Youth Arts. In this episode of Mob Way, she speaks about the importance of cultural connection for mental health and the benefits of professional therapy support.
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Syl Johns
Proud Larrakia man from the Institute for Urban Indigenous Health, Uncle Syl Johns shares stories that show the importance of mentorship and yarning with young men and the tactics he uses to manage his own mental health.
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Shellie Morris
We sit down with Shellie Morris, one of Australia's most celebrated singer-songwriters, to discuss the importance of connecting with family and Country and the power of healing through music within communities.
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Dr Clinton Schultz
In a special Christmas episode, we yarn with Gamilaroi man, entrepreneur and registered psychologist Dr Clinton Schultz, who talks about his journey and what some mob may be experiencing this holiday season.
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Steven Oliver
We yarn with actor, writer and comedian Steven Oliver - best known for his work on ABC's hit sketch show 'Black Comedy' as a writer, actor and associate producer. Steven opens up on his struggles with fame and being stereotyped.
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Jharal Yow Yeh
We yarn with Jharal Yow Yeh, a rugby league prodigy whose career was cruelly cut short by a horrific injury. Jharal opens up about his struggles with dealing with his shattered dreams at the age of 22.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
It's often hard to talk about how you feel, but is there someone that you trust to have a yarn with? In this podcast series we yarn with well-known and everyday First Nations people on their experiences, how we open up in our own way, how we have conversations and ask that simple question, are you OK? because we are Stronger Together.This podcast is brought to you by the Australian suicide prevention charity R U OK?
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