The Encouraging the Conversation podcast's goal is to normalize the conversation around wellness and resilience through interviews with people open to sharing their experiences.
EP 31 - The power of personal stories in supporting addiction recovery
Most people don’t realize how accessible and widespread drug addiction is—until it hits close to home. In this episode Gary shares a heartfelt story revealing what it's like supporting a loved one through addiction, from early warning signs to the unbreakable family bonds that hold everyone together.
In this powerful episode, Gary shares nearly 30 years of experience navigating his brother's addiction, including the subtle signs to watch for and the triggers that can set relapse in motion. Discover how a small, loving family copes with complex challenges, and how humor and compassion become vital tools in their ongoing fight. You'll uncover practical insights on building trust, maintaining constant communication, and managing the emotional toll of supporting someone in the depths of addiction.
28 Apr 2026
EP 30 - Navigating grief with Ash Conwell
In this heartfelt episode Ross and Steve catch up with Ash Conwell who shares her incredibly raw journey through profound loss, grief, and finding moments of joy amid chaos. Her story highlights the importance of self-awareness, boundary-setting, and professional support in navigating life's darkest moments. Ash also highlights the incredible work she is doing supporting others in grief with Yellow Falcon. You can find Ash and Yellow Falcon on all platforms below.
https://www.instagram.com/ashleigh.conwell (https://url.de.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/Dz9KCWPx2VfX50NYWcnsQToUSHe?domain=instagram.com)
https://www.instagram.com/yellow.falcon (https://url.de.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/d8CRCXQy3WcDXmkNzhmtMTWUwfY?domain=instagram.com)
https://www.yellowfalcon.com.au/links (https://url.de.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/_o2TCY7z48SpL5jZ4cZuYTxskli?domain=yellowfalcon.com.au)
8 Apr 2026
EP 29 - What's it like moving countries?
In this episode Ross and Anna catch up with Alex, Sophie and Ho Min to chat through their experiences moving countries. We talk through all the fun experiences as well as some of the stress and challenges that come along with it.
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Podcast Authority Score: 38 / 100
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YouTube
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Engagement
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