This podcast channel is a place to tell real stories about people in the NDIS space. These stories are spoken from the heart and are human interest stories everyone will benefit from.
The chats are often raw, confronting and emotional. However they are also uplifting and inspiring. It's a podcast fill with stories of strength through vulnerability.
Join us as we deliver the best stories in the sector, the ones that make people think, the ones that change perceptions, break down barriers and build a more inclusive community for all.
Listen as Randa takes us on a journey of her life seeking inclusion for her remarkable son Richard. Her fight is real from day one with Doctors telling her "your baby won't make it through the night". The journey expands as she helps empower others on the spectrum through her various MATES brands, creating a sense of belonging and social connection. She's a remarkable fighter for the cause and does it all with a class that resonates at the highest levels of society, business and politics. Randa your passion and the way you speak so articulately in the sector are to be admired. Enjoy this one, its straight from the heart.
17 Sept 2024
Dianne Verstappen | Early Intervention
Listen as Dianne discusses openly the process of identifying and intervening early in the learning process of communication. This is a raw and open chat about the benefits of early intervention in one of the fastest growing sectors in the NDIS, youth ASD. This podcast reminds us of our role in being brave and seeking help if we suspect something with our incredible kids. Changing the trajectory of lives is best initiated young, the results can be incredible. Enjoy.
19 Jun 2024
Jack Mouradian | Gratitude
Every now and then you meet someone who is on a mission, someone who seems determined to do everything they can to make a change. Someone who is happy to sacrifice, invest and contribute almost anything for the cause. His commitment to mens work is remarkable. As well as building an amazing Community Centre in Penrith I know he has given hundreds of hours of support work for free.
23 May 2024
Steve Dresler | Happiness
Steve told me before we started the podcast that all of this started with him just wanting to take a girl with a disability out for a day on his jet ski to have fun.
He now has a huge NDIS business leading the sector in fun and inclusion. His team runs kids onto some of the biggest sporting grounds in Australia and the sports stars all love spending time with the kids as support workers.
Steve is the leader of a brand that's creating REAL change. It's a remarkable story. Enjoy Team!
3 May 2024
Ross Chaplin | Positivity
Listen as Ross takes us on an open and unfiltered journey of his life.
Ross tells us how he contracted a rare syndrome from the child next to him when he was sent to hospital as an infant. This syndrome, named Gullain-Barre ,left him with limited use of his limbs and close to death.
But Ross is a fighter and an optimist. He learned to walk with crutches and full length callipers. He attended mainstream schools where the challenge of inaccessible environments only built on his resolve to succeed.
Now Ross serves on the board of many great Australian businesses and actively advocates for Equality, Inclusive design and Accessibility.
There is a lot in this podcast, Ross just keeps giving in that warm up-beat manner of his. Thanks for sharing mate.
8 Apr 2024
Storm Hassett | Identity
When I sat down with Storm I didn't really know what to expect, but I did know there was a story that needed to be told and shared. What I got was complete honesty and real bravery.Listen as Storm takes us on a journey from his childhood right through to Managing Director of his own business. Storm shares some vulnerable moments in life as he discovers his own identity and then decides to make a career helping guide others through a similar journey.
27 Mar 2024
Amy Gray | Culture
With 18years of lived experience Amy has seen the industry evolve and is a big fan of the NDIS. However, along the journey she noticed we could be doing a lot more, in particular the culture still needs a lot of work.
29 Feb 2024
Dr Sanjay Nijhawan | Humanity
Join us as Dr Sanjay Nijhawan reveals how he went from an immigrant doctor in Australia forced to work in the middle of nowhere to find a job, saving children’s lives in the back of planes, and how he became the first doctor in Australia to write an authorised prescription for medicinal cannabis!
You can find more about Dr Sanjay and his NDIS business, MaxLife Care at https://maxlifecare.com.au
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18 Jan 2024
Traidy Naidoo | Spirituality
Traidys deep spirituality comes through in this fascinating podcast. He was a church pastor and it is still very much a part of his personality and the way he expresses himself. One of the great characters in the NDIS Space, listen as Traidy goes from being a Lawyer to a Pastor to the Founder of Chosen Family, a brand based around Equity, belonging, community and joy! Its a very spiritual journey and a great listen for all those that love connecting to their spiritual side.
20 Dec 2023
Jacob Darkin | Mindfulness
Listen as Jacob talks about his life and his use of Mindfulness to help overcome the adversity faced after his spinal injury. "I'm not sad. I'm not afraid. It's going to be very difficult but if anyone is going to get through this injury it's going to be me. That was what went through my head when I broke my neck"Its a fascinating podcast full of insights and advice from a young man that has overcome so much and you get the feeling there is so much more to come. Enjoy Jacob, we certainly enjoyed creating this Podcast with him.
14 Nov 2023
Shane Oudin | Turning Up
Shane is one of those remarkable people, he's committed his life to the service of others.In particular, he's committed to working with the most vulnerable of youth, those under the care of the Public Guardian. These kids have been let down by everyone until they meet Shane and his dedicated team. Its often confronting work but it can also be rewarding. Like he says, he turns up and keeps turning up...
31 Oct 2023
Mark Hunn | Leadership
This weeks episode with Mark Hunn was full of incredible insights from a man who has been there and done it in the NDIS space.
He dropped so many valuable tips I was struggling to keep up! If you are looking to grow your NDIS business this is a must listen!
10 Oct 2023
Madeleine Lobsey | Social Your Way
Madeleine, General Manager of 'The A list Hub' talks with passion and knowledge about the importance of connecting young autistics with each other in their own way. Thanks for sharing this amazing project!
26 Sept 2023
Nina Crumpton | Resilience
Nina is open and raw in this chat. Nina shares the journey of her upbringing, its both fascinating and confronting. A young girl that never knew safety until she finally had a room with a lock on the door. Once she is older she works in security to keep others safe. Then she receives the diagnosis of MS and decides to become a Support Coordinator helping guide many through the NDIS system. Throughout all of this she withstands her difficulties and remains open and bright on social media and lets people into her world through @the hand up space. This story of resilience will inspire. Thankyou Nina.
13 Sept 2023
Desire Ude | Calling
Listen as Desire Ude, Founder of Anchored Care, delves deep into his past and shares his journey of self discovery.
From Nigeria to Australia its a story of adversity, rejection and hard work.
He finally hits rock bottom before he realises his true calling in life.
A must listen for all those facing hardship but are still brave enough to be in pursuit of their purpose.
27 Aug 2023
Libby Lombardo | Strength
Libby Lombardo talks from the heart about her determination to seek new and unconventional treatments to help her daughter Isabella, born with Cerebral Palsy. This raw and emotional podcast takes you on a journey of how a mother's love changed her daughter's life. Join us as Libby Lombardo, a publisher Author of 'Dream big little one' subject of a 60 minutes documentary feature openly talks about her story and hopes for the future. With Ian Coker Co-Founder & Director of Able Plus www.ableplus.net.au (www.ableplus.net.au)
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