Youth and Loud

On this episode, we interview Bianca and Kritz from The Big Sister Experience which is a social enterprise that runs community events and in-school workshops that support teen and pre-teen girls. On the show, Bianca and Kritz talk about how some young people have been impacted by COVID-19 during the year, some things youth can do to support their mental health, the importance of self-care and gratitude, and how parents and families can support a young person who is struggling with their own mental health. If you would like to find out more about The Big Sister Experience Click Here. To stay connected to the podcast you can follow is on Facebook or Twitter Music in this episode is by: Bensound.com Picture is from: The Big Sister Experience        

This episode discusses alcohol consumption and addiction, including: the prevalence of drinking among young people, how alcohol is connected to our culture in Australia, the risks of drinking for youth, and some things we can do to help us stay safe while drinking. For this we were fortunate to speak with Dr Brendon Dellar who is an Associate Professor of Clinical Psychology at Curtin University. Brendon specializes in the area of drug and alcohol consumption/addiction, and it was great hearing his insights and knowledge about this topic. If you would like to stay connected to the Youth and Loud Podcast, follow us on Facebook or Twitter. Background music for this episode is by: Bensound.com Picture is from Pixabay: 

This is the third episode in a series of interviews that explore Youth Homelessness in Victoria/Australia. On this episode I interview Sam Horsburgh who works in Homelessness Support at Anglicare. Sam talks about his role at Anglicare, some of the ways that Anglicare support young people, some of the factors that can lead a young person to become homeless, and some things the Australian community can do to support youth who are at risk of homelessness. If you would like to find out more about Anglicare you can click here. If you would like to follow us on Facebook you can click here. Or Twitter you can click here. Music for this Episode is from: Bensound.com Picture is from: Yeyo Salas on Unsplash

This is the second episode in a series of interviews that explore youth homelessness in Victoria/Australia. On this episode we interview Troy who is the Manager of Mission Australia Social Enterprise Programs in Melbourne. Troy talks about how two of these social enterprises, Charcoal Lane and Synergy Auto Repairs, supports young people. Troy also talks about Mission Australia's Youth Homeless Report; the prevalence of youth homelessness in Victoria; what homelessness is like for young people; and how the Australian community can support young people who are, or at risk of, homelessness. If you would like to find out more about Mission Australia and the work they do with young people you can go to: https://www.missionaustralia.com.au/what-we-do/children-youth-families-and-communities/understanding-young-people Music is "Summer" from Bensound.com  Picture is from: Music is from pixabay.com https://pixabay.com/photos/hobo-vagrant-homeless-torn-315961/  

On this episode we interview Toni Wren who is the Executive Director of Anti-Poverty Week. Toni talks about the purpose of Anti-Poverty Week, the prevalence of poverty in Australia, and how the Australian community can work together to support individuals and families who experience poverty. If you would like to find out more about Anti-Poverty Week you can go to: https://antipovertyweek.org.au/about/what-we-do/ If you would like to stay in touch with Youth and Loud you like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YouthandLoud or on Twitter: https://twitter.com/youthandloud Song at the start and end of this episode is: "Summer" from Bensound.com   

This is the first episode in a series of interviews that will be exploring Youth Homeless in Victoria/Australia. On this episode we talk with Roxanne Jowett-Hall from Youth Projects, who is a senior coach in their 'Youth in Hume Outreach Program' (YHOP). Roxanne talks about the prevalence of Youth Homelessness in Victoria, some of the factors that contribute to youth homelessness, and some things that me and you can do to support people who are experiencing homelessness.  If you would like to find out more about Youth Projects or the YHOP program you can visit their website: https://www.youthprojects.org.au/who-we-are Picture is from pixabay: https://pixabay.com/photos/alleyway-lane-melbourne-alley-5139747/   Background music at the start and end of the episode: "Summer" from Bensound.com     

On this episode we speak with Jayde Petrie, a team Coordinator from Project Rockit, about how we can best manage our friendships. Jayde talks about what it means to have positive peer relationships, the importance of quality over quantity when it comes to having friends, and how to best deal with conflict that occurs in our relationships. Thanks also to Jack Missen for helping with this episode. Music is: "Summer" from Bensound.com Picture is from: pixabay.com   

On this episode we chat with Luke Sapwell who is the treasurer of the board of the Foster Care Association of Victoria. Luke talks about Foster Care week and why this is important. He also talks about his own experience in foster care, some of the challenges that foster carers might face, as well as how the friends and relatives of a young person in care can best support them. Music for this episode is: "Summer" from Bensound.com

On this episode we interview Steven, who is the Stronger Together Campaign Manager for R U OK Day. He chats about the mission of R U OK Day, how it first began, and how young people can get involved. Music for this episode is: "Summer" from Bensound.com  

On this episode we talk to Marlee from Tiddas 4 Tiddas (Sister's 4 Sister's) which is an initiative that aims to inspire young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Women through sharing their stories and encouraging them to reach their full potential. We talk with Marlee about what inspired the beginnings of Tiddas 4 Tiddas, the kind of impact she hopes to have on the community, and also about her own experience growing up as an Aboriginal woman in the southern shire near Cronulla beach in New South Wales. If you would like to find out more about Tiddas 4 Tiddas you can have a look on their Instagram page here. Or you can go to their Facebook page here. If you would like to find out more about Youth and Loud, you can check out our Website here. Or follow us on Facebook or Twitter. Music for this episode is: "Summer" from Bensound.com

On this episode we chat with Linda Lokhee Pang, the founder of Feel Good Feb, which is an initiative which encourages people to do acts of kindness for others in the community. We also talk with Linda about Kindness is Catching, which assists those who are sleeping rough in Sydney, as well as her work as a children's author. Thanks to Linda for joining us on the show, and thanks to Nathan Slachter (Co-Producer of Youth and Loud) for helping with this episode. feat. Linda's dog Cookie. :p  If you would like to find out more about Linda's work as an author, you can go to: http://www.lindalokhee.com/ To find out more about Feel Good Feb, you can go to: https://www.facebook.com/feelgoodfebruary/ To Find out more about Kindness is Catching, you can go to: https://www.facebook.com/icaughtkindness/ Background Music: Song: "Summer" from Bensound.com  

On this episode we talk about grief and loss, including: some of the causes of grief, the symptoms of grief for young people, how we can best manage and process our own grief, how we can support a friend who is grieving, and what teachers and parents can do to support a young person who is grieving. For this episode, we talk with Kaya Latage, the CEO of Griefline, and Jackie Tarabay, a specialist bereavement counsellor from the Australian Centre for Grief and Bereavement. If you would like to find out more about the Australian Centre for Grief and Bereavement you can click here. If you would like to find out more about Griefline, you can click here. Song: "Summer" from Bensound.com Picture: pixabay.com: https://pixabay.com/photos/weeping-grief-woman-face-sad-girl-3332113/ Thanks to Kaya from Griefline, and Jackie from the Australian Centre for Grief and Bereavement, for joining us on the show. And thanks to Co-producer Nathan Slachter for helping with this episode. If you would like to stay connected to the podcast, you can check out our Facebook page here. Or to get in contact with Youth and Loud, you can email us at: [email protected].    

On this episode we are joined with Jackie Helen, the Senior Manager for Digital Content for Reachout Australia. We talk with Jackie about stress and anxiety, such as the circumstances which can cause us to experience anxiety, how common it is for young people to feel stressed or anxious, what some of the symptoms of anxiety and stress are, and how we can best support our friends and family when they experience anxiety or stress in their lives. Thanks to Nathan Slachter (the Co-Producer of the podcast) for helping with this interview.  Song: "Summer" from Bensound.com Picture: From Pixabay: https://pixabay.com/photos/stress-anxiety-depression-unhappy-2902537/ If you would like to look at resources from Reachout Australia about managing stress and anxiety you can click here: https://au.reachout.com/mental-health-issues/anxiety

On this Episode, we chat to Tracey from the film organisation Bus Stop Films. Tracey talks about how the organisation started, the opportunities they offer to people who have a disability or who are marginalised, and why inclusion is so important in the films and projects that Bus Stop Films create.  If you would like to find out more about Bus Stop Films, you can click here: https://www.busstopfilms.com.au/ Song: "Summer" from Bensound.com Picture from: pixabay.com (https://pixabay.com/photos/movie-reel-projector-film-cinema-918655/)    

On this Episode we interview Loudy Wiggins, 4 time Olympian and the winner of 3 gold medals in the Commonwealth Games. Loudy talks about her accomplishments as a professional diver for Australia, the discipline its takes to train as an Olympian, and what inspired her to be an Olympian when she was growing up. (Song: "Summer" from Bensound.com)

On this Episode we interview Noah Yang, founder of Mobilise. Mobilise is a movement that provides functional care for those experiencing homelessness through care-packages, and provides a platform to share their stories through film. If you would like to find out more about Mobilise, see details below. Thanks heaps to Noah for joining us on the show. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/operationmobilise/ Website: https://www.operationmobilise.com/ (Song: "Summer" from: Bensound.com, picture from: pixabay.com, https://pixabay.com/photos/homeless-poverty-mental-health-1116121/)

This is Part 2 of a discussion about managing Mental Health and Suicidality. For the first part of this episode we chat with Matt Runnals, CEO of Mindful Aus, as well as Darby Turnbull, a Consumer Peer Support worker for Orygen Youth Health. For the second half of this episode we interview Associate Professor Jo Robinson, Head of Suicide Prevention Research for Orygen. (Song: "Summer" from: Bensound.com) (Picture from: "Pixabay", "Girl Woman Emotions Express", https://pixabay.com/en/girl-woman-emotions-expressions-1149933/)

This is Part 1 of a discussion about managing Mental Health and Suicidality. On this episode we chat with Matt Runnals, CEO of Mindful Aus, as well as Darby Turnbull, a Consumer Peer Support worker for Orygen Youth Health. We discuss ways to best support someone who is struggling with Suicidality. (Song: "Summer" from: Bensound.com) (Picture from "Pixabay", https://pixabay.com/en/photos/mental%20health/) 

On this Episode we Interview Tarina Fanning who is an inspirational woman who has had a positive impact in both Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander communitieis and non-Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander communities alike. Tarina was the first ever Aboriginal female Victoria Poilce Officer and is currently a Koori Research and Education Manager at the Judicial College of Victoria. Tarana shares with us some of her life experiences and provides a unique perspective about Aboriginal culture, peoples, and history. (Apologies for audio qualitiy for this recording as it was done over SKYPE and left some feedback noise in the background)

On this Episode we are joined with Brett Ryan from Focus on the Family as we discuss some of the privaleges and challlenges of being a teenager, the importance of family and parenting, and how to reach out and help those who are less fortunuate. Show hosts: Peter, Nathan Slachter.

On this Episode we are privaleged to chat to Simeon Hanscamp about his Urban semi-commercial farm 'Spoke and Spade'. Simeon (aka Sim) talks about what inspired him to start his farm, how this contributes towards a more sustainable Australia, the community connections that get formed through his work, and how we can make a difference towards a more sustainable future in our own lives. If you would like find out more you can contact Sim on: [email protected].

On this Episode we chat to twins Sarah and Maya Ghassali who are migrants from Syria who moved to Australia when they were just 10 years old. They talk about what life was like in Syria, how they came to be in Australia, how Syrian culture compares to Australia (including food ;..in-joke) and they talk about their podcast called 'Refugee's On Air'. If you would like to find out more about Sarah and Maya's podcast, 'Refugees on Air' you can click on this link: https://www.facebook.com/refugeesonairsyn/ (Background Song: "Summer" from: Bensound.com)

On this Episode we are joined in a studio with Glenn Munso, Founder of the YouthYou Program, a program that helps young people overcome drug addiction. Glenn talks with us about his own experience as a drug addict and dealer and how this led him down the wrong path. Great episode for anyone interested in overcomming drug addiction. (Image from pixabay, https://pixabay.com/en/alkoghol-narkomaniia-2714482/age from: pixabay.com, Song: "Summer" from "Bensound.com") 

On this Episode we will be talking with Jack Missen who will share with us his own experience of living with a Disability, some of the challenges his faced, and some of the things he has learnt along the way. Plus, we'll have a chat to Nathan Slachter about his experience with Disability and his public speaking role with an organisation called the Speakers bank, which raises awareness and understanding about people with a Disability. (Image from Pixabay, https://pixabay.com/en/wheelchair-abandoned-mobility-1327822/)  (Song: "Summer" from Bensound.com)

On this Episode we chat with song writer, author, and public speaker, Monique Lisbon about her challanging experiences growing up, how she learnt from her experiences and found hope, and how she uses her experiences to teach and bring encouragement to others. Plus Monique will play a few of her songs. (Picture from: pixabay, https://pixabay.com/en/hands-open-candle-candlelight-1926414/, Background song in introduction and conclusion:"Summer" from Bensound.com)

On this episode we interview Emily McDonald, the General Manager of Practice Quality and Evaluation from Relationships Australia, about managing anger, communicating our feelings assertively, and dealing with conflict in relationships. This is a helpful and insightful episode for anyone wanting to find out more about anger and dealing with conflict. Hosts: Peter Salvador, Nathan Slachter, Andrew Kelso, and Jack Missen. (Image from Pixabay, https://pixabay.com/en/photos/download/furious-2514031_1920.jpg?attachment&modal)

On this Episode we chat to Ruby and Gina associated with the Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency about their involvement in the Narrun Yana, the VACCA Art Collective, and Aboriginal culture. Plus we talk about their own thoughts and experiences growing up as Aboriginal woman. This is an episode not to be missed! Thanks to Ruby and Gina for being on the show, and thanks to Sarah Diplock from VACCA for helping to organise this episode. 

On this Episode we chat to Aaron from Caulfield Park Community School about his life experiences, the impact of drugs, and some of the key points that have helped him get through difficult times. Plus Aaron will also talk about his rap song "Changes". Please note: Youth and Loud have permission to play Aaron's song "Changes" from the artist and his producer 'Jason' (Music Teacher from Caulfield Park Community School). This song is not to be copied or distributed in any way. Please contact Youth and Loud or the producer if you would like to find out more. (Image from: Pixabay, https://pixabay.com/en/blurry-concert-dj-festival-laptop-1854113/), (Song - Background music: "Summer" from Bensound.com)

On this Episode we chat to Josh from Caulfield Park Community School about his life experiences, the ups and downs he has experienced in life, learning that actions have consequences, and Josh will also talk about his rap song "Strain". Please note: This episode discuss's illicit drugs and is sensitive in nature. If you would like support about anything you hear on this episode, you can contact: Lifeline: 13 11 14 Beyond Blue: 1300 22 46 36 Song Rights: Youth and Loud have permission to play Josh's song "Strain" from the artist and his producer 'Jason' (Music Teacher from Caulfield Park Community School). Image from: Pixabay, (https://pixabay.com/en/silhouette-musician-vocalist-1992390/)

Interested in acting, theatre, dance, or music? Then this Episodes for you!!! On this Episode we chat to art students from Braybrook College about their experiences in various art forms and the impact this has had on their lives. Youth and Loud wants to thank the students from Braybrook College for being apart of this episode, and a particular mention to Andrew Byrne (Drama Production Coordinator from Braybrook) for making this episode possible. Image from: Pixabay, https://pixabay.com/en/masks-persona-duality-polarity-833421/)

On this Episode we talk about Suicide Prevention, Mental Health, and Drug Addiction, as well as discuss gratitude, helping others, compassion, caring with discipline, and positive Friendships. An Episode not to be missed! (Thanks heaps to Glenn Munso, from the YouthYou Program, Matt Runnalls from Mindful Aus for joining us on this Episode. Song: The band 'Beyond The Fall' have given direct permission for their song 'Bring me back to life' to be played on this Episode. 

For the first part of this Episode we chat to CEO of Freedom Scrubs, Ali Kitinas, about her business, helping the less fortunate, and supporting young girls caught in human trafficking. For the second part of this episode we chat to Jake Nankervis, associated with Barwon Child Youth Family, about the benefits of volunteering. This is really inspiring episode and one not to be missed!!!!!  

On this episode we’ll be talking with Rachel Edmonds about a theatre play she has recently written, produced and acted in called “Have you tried Yoga” which is about the visible or invisible life’s of those living with a chronic illness or a disability. 

On this Episode we're joined in the studio with Bec Lyons who will be talking with us about her journey with Machado-Joseph Disease (MJD), how her Christian faith has helped her, her blog, and what she's doing to create awareness about MJD and other disabilities.  

On this Episode we hear from James who shares his story of overcomming drug addiction. Plus we'll hear from Glenn Munso who heads up the Youth You Program talk about his upcomming book "I Quit Drugs now what ? The next stage of recovery that nobody talks about". 

On this Episode we are joined in the Studio with Long, Dang Jay, Dang T, Neil, and Augustan, from Edmund Rice Community and Refugee Services who share with us abit about their Families experiences as Refugees, and they also offer their thoughts about being a teenager.

On this Episode we interview Shayne Hood (AKA Johnny Brixton) about his recent Exhibition called 'Comfort in Chaos'. Shayne talks about what inspires his photography and writing, his own struggles with mental health, and what he has found helpful in managing his Mental Health. Thanks heaps to Shayne Hood for being apart of this episode. (Image by permission of the Photographer: Shayner Hood, not to be copied or distributed)

On this Episode we are joined in the studio with Roxy, a high school social worker, and Bianca, a couch for the ‘Youth You Program’. For the first part of this episode we discuss Self-love, Self-perception, and the link between Self-love and Self-Perception and Self-harm. For the second part of this episode we interview Dr Jo Roberts, the head of suicide prevention research at Orygen Youth Mental Health, about how we can support someone who self-harms or may be at-risk of self-harming. (picture from - Pixabay, https://pixabay.com/en/worried-girl-woman-waiting-sitting-413690/)(Song from Bensound.com)

On this episode we are joined in the studio with Dean who is associated with Barwon Child Youth Family in Geelong. Dean shares with us his journey with his sexuality, his coming out story. Plus some of the challenges he has encountered and what he has learnt along the way. Thanks heaps to Dean for being on Youth and Loud.

On this Episode we talk about the ins and outs of Bullying and how to best respond to it.We are joined in the studio with Georgia, Amara, and Andrew from Braybrook College, and Nathan, Jack, and Andrew from SYN Radio, and we also chat to Dani Leever from Project Rockit at the end of Episode. Thanks heaps to all those who were a part of this episode!!!! (Image from Pixabay, https://pixabay.com/en/person-homeless-bullied-hiding-1821413/)

On this episode we talk with author Jess Clear about her book 'Don't call me disabelled I'm just like you'. This is a really inspiring and insightful episode equally for people both who have a disability and for those who would simply like to learn more.

This is a live recording of 'The Truth about Drug Addiction' hosted by Glenn Munso and Bianca Hawkins. Hear Glenn, who runs a program for young people called The Youth You Program, and Bianca Hawkins, who helps with this program, share what they have learnt about overcomming Drug Addiction. (Music: From the song 'In it to win it' by Fleslit - copywrited -https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) (Image From: Pixabay, https://pixabay.com/en/addict-the-dependence-of-2713526/)

On this Episode myself and Amy Marks chat to 4 chaplains from Inspire Chaplains. Chris, Jocelyn, Adam, and Julie about some of the challenges that young people can experience at school. (Image from Pixabay, https://pixabay.com/en/friends-boys-young-people-happy-2553543/)

On this Episode show host Johnothan Calleja interviews Johnny Brixton about his own experiences with mental health and his work as an inspirational photographer, short film maker, youth worker, and lecturer. (Image From Pixabay, https://pixabay.com/en/depression-man-marital-status-mood-20195/)

On this Episode we chat to Jarryd Bardsley, who broke an 8 year ice addiction, and Glenn Munso who heads up the Youth You Program which was created to help young poeple become free of drug addiction. This interview is really inspiring and insightful. Feel free to share if you know anyone who would benefit from listening. 

On this Episode we talk to George taleporos who is a Policy Manager at the Summer Foundation (former Youth Disability Advocacy Manager) and Amy Marks who shares with us her personal journey of having Cerebral Palsy. (Picture from Pixabay, https://pixabay.com/en/depression-man-marital-status-mood-20195/)

On this Episode we hear Bianca's story of overocmming a life of drug addiction and dealing and how she is now keen to help others overcome drug addiction. This is really inspiring for anyone who struggles with drug addiction or knows someone who does. (Song: "Summer" from: Bensound.com)

On this Episode we're joined in the studio with Ahana and Jack and we discuss Body Image, Self-Acceptance, and what makes up a persons self-worth. Please note, these discussions are own thoughts and should not be taken as expert advice. If you are concerned about anything you hear on this episode we encourage you to seek the help of a professional counsellor or therapist. (Image from Pixabay, https://pixabay.com/en/ok-a-ok-woman-yes-positive-symbol-2385794/)