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EPISODES

Episode 7

Sculpting the Inevitable: Our Relationship with Death and Dying

Death wasn't always a taboo topic and children once upon a time weren't "protected" from it either. In fact, unlike modern times children were exposed to death from a young age. In this latest episode of Relationships Under the Microscope, my esteemed guest Helen Callanan and I discuss the options available for us to make deliberate and personalised end of life decisions, allowing us to forge our own path at this important stage of life.

Helen is a distinguished end-of-life doula and the visionary Founder, Managing Director, and Lead Educator of Preparing the Way. With a background in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Reiki, Helen brings nearly four decades of profound experience in supporting the aging, critically ill, and dying.

Helen discusses grief and death in a respectful and humble way. She shares the history of how our perceptions of death have changed, offers advice on how to make space for grief, and recalls her own heart-moving experiences in this field.

To know more about Helen and Preparing the Way, visit http://www.preparingtheway.com.au/.

Episode 6

Collective Power: The Role of Relationships in Advancing Social Justice

As a champion of human rights and social justice, Vic Alhadeff has dedicated his career to advancing equality - starting in South Africa during Apartheid, for LGBTQI, and for Jewish communities around the world.

In this insightful and passionate episode, Vic describes how his personal history shaped him - from his family's history in Rhodes that ended in tragedy with 151 family members deported and murdered in Auschwitz. Their plight influenced and shaped Vic significantly, causing him to dedicate his life to human rights advocacy.

Vic has many notable achievements, including pioneering a law Section 93Z of the NSW Crimes Act, a role as CEO of the NSW Jewish Board of Deputies, and fostering unity as Chair of Multicultural NSW. He has received two notable awards - NSW Premier's Award and recently an Order of Australia Medal.

Episode 5

Relationship with Finances: Money, Myths and Mindsets

In our latest episode of Relationships Under the Microscope, my esteemed guest is Vanessa Bamford. Vanessa is the Director and Founder of Vision Beyond Advisory - a boutique Virtual CFO and Outsourced Finance agency based in Adelaide. Vanessa uses her experiences to transform the collective wellbeing of businesses, organizations, and community groups.

Vanessa and I delve into the much avoided topic - money. She reveals the realities of financial struggles, how our inner shame plays a role, and how she has transformed these challenges into opportunities for wise financial decision-making. Drawing from her personal experience and life pressures, her mission is to make financial management easier for everyone.

To contact Vanessa or learn more about Vision Beyond Advisory, visit: www.visionbeyondadvisory.com.au

Episode 4

Beyond the Bar: A Barrister's Relationship with Wins, Losses, and Lessons

In our fourth episode of Relationships Under the Microscope, we feature David Weinberger, a seasoned barrister with expertise spanning building and construction, insurance law, and commercial litigation. Called to the Bar in 2000, his distinguished career includes recognition in The Best Lawyers in Australia 2023 and the 2023 Doyle's Guide.

This conversation goes way beyond the courtroom as David and I discuss the unique psychological framework of a barrister, realities of court cases, and dynamics of victories and defeats. David also shares his lessons for aspiring legal professionals.

Episode 3

Going Solo: Exposing & Debunking Separation Stigma

In the third episode of Relationships Under the Microscope, I had the honor of conversing with Jacinta Tynan, journalist, author, and devoted mother to two sons.

Jacinta's latest book, The Single Mother's Social Club, delves into the profound facets of single parenthood—celebrating its beauty, confronting its realities, and addressing its challenges.

Through her work, she not only encourages women to embrace their individual journeys despite separation but also serves as a voice in the community to debunk stigmas surrounding parenthood. Her advocacy inspires a collective rise toward setting better examples for future generations.

Episode 2

Body Wisdom: Lessons, Relationships, and Triumphs from Queen Menopause

In this episode, my guest is Alison Brahe-Daddo, author of 'Queen Menopause' and co-host of 'Separate Bathrooms' with her husband, Cameron Daddo. We delve into the profound ways menopause can reshape a woman's life, exploring its impact on personal relationships, self-care, health, and broader connections. Ali shares her personal journey of writing her book amidst experiencing these symptoms, aiming to empower women with knowledge of menopause along the way.

Episode 1

The Relationship Between Psychology, Nutrition, and Body Health

In this episode, my esteemed guest is Susie Burrell, one of Australia's Leading Dietitians & Nutritionists. Susie reveals the psychological barriers to healthy eating, the emotional drivers and internal programs that direct our food choices and behaviours. She shares her top food tips for parents, and also how she empowers her clients to achieve control of food and their relationship with their bodies.