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   Number 1: Melissa Smith - How psych hospital helped heal a broken Policewoman

   Melissa had only ever wanted to be a Policewoman & joined virtually the minute she was old enough (18yr 6 months) & loved the fulfilment & satisfaction she gained from her work. And then one day, she recalls "my head broke" & she came crashing down, having no idea how mentally unwell she was. A hospital psych said one time, "You were only injured because you were brave" & it changed her whole mindset because until then, she'd felt she was 'weak' for becoming unwell. Mel's candid honesty about her multiple admissions to a psych hospital are refreshing to hear & how accepted & validated she felt on walking through those doors. An amazing woman... Mad Mel's Mic - Podcast on Spotify https://www.madmelsmic.com Emerge & See (supporting cirrent & former serving paid & volunteer Emergency Service Workers in NSW & ACT Australia) e: [email protected]: 0491 020 061 Other support services include; BeyondBlue: 1300 224 636 Lifeline: 131 114 Suicide Call Back Service: 1300 659 467 Mental Health Line 1800 011 511 (NSW Health's 24/7 statewide FREE service linking people with NSW Health mental health services Mens HelpLine 1300 78 99 78 Phoenix Australia (assists in Posttraumatic Mental Health) 1800 329 191 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

   August 18, 2026·1h 2min
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   Number 2: Dr Claire Pasvolsky - From a true-crime podcast to 'The Policewoman' true-crime documentary

   Dr Claire Pasvolsky has a PhD in Media & Communications in Screenwriting & did her thesis on Stalking. Today, Claire takes us through how she went from hearing a true-crime podcast whilst doing the dishes at home, to writing/producing & directing with her husband Steve, a documentary following the 27yr career of a Policewoman (yes folks, that's me!!) who's career ended abruptly after being diagnosed with PTSD. Claire has managed to tell this story with compassion & incredible insight whilst trying to navigate the fine line of how much detail she could reveal & re-tell without traumatising the audience. With a strong background in drama, she's managed to produce a compelling documentary that will take the audience on a rollercoaster of emotions & walk away with a rare insight into the reality of being a first responder. The Policewoman - World premiere 4th September, Cinefest Oz film festival Bussellton, W.A. The Policewoman - Victorian premiere 17th October, Echuca Paramount Theatre - further details to follow re times & ticketing The Policewoman - to be released in cinemas from 5th November 2026 Further Advance Screenings to be announced for Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide & beyond, shortly Support Services include: BeyondBlue: 1300 224 636 Lifeline: 131 114 Suicide Call Back Service: 1300 659 467 Mental Health Line 1800 011 511 (NSW Health's 24/7 statewide FREE service linking people with NSW Health mental health services Mens HelpLine 1300 78 99 78 Phoenix Australia (assists in Posttraumatic Mental Health) 1800 329 191 Police Veterans Victoria 1300 090 995 Victoria Police Association 9468 2600 QLife - peer support for LGBTQIA+ 1800 184 527 (3pm - 9pm 7 days/week) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

   September 01, 2026·1h
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   Number 3: Ron Davis - From Police Prosecutor to Defence Lawyer

   WARNING: B/W THE TIMES OF 1915 & 2010 RON DESCRIBES AN INCIDENT INVOLVING PHYSICAL ABUSE OF A CHILD WHICH IS DISTRESSING. CONSIDER FAST FORWARDING THIS BIT Ron shares with us some of his proudest moments & biggest challenges in his role as a 29yr NSW Police member. After many years in his senior role with Police Prosecutions Ron decided to swap sides at the bar table & become a Defence Lawyer. Ron's Policing experience has given him a rare insight many Defence Lawyers don't have. He provides some helpful hints for those attending court (both Police & civilians) in what to say, what NOT to say & some of the mistakes people make in the witness box. Ron explains how he represents those who've committed horrendous crimes & to be honest, it gave me a different perspective. It's about understanding the human side of us all & he does. Notes: e: Ron Davis @ Dorahy Davis Lawyers.com Dorahy Davis Lawyers - experts in Criminal Law, Employment Law, Traffic Law, Wills & Estates. 439 Market Street Woolongong, 2 doors from Woolongong Court House Ron & his wife Amanda are available 24/7 & guarantee when you call, you'll either speak with Ron or Amanda. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

   August 04, 2026·1h 7min
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   Number 4: John Cardamone - The importance of being believed

   John Cardamone was only 6yo when he began to think of ways to avoid his abuser - a family relative. He didn't know how & who to tell, but at 8yo he found the courage to tell his mum & it was her understanding response which changed his life (for the better). John's disclosure to his mum demonstrates the importance of kids being believed when they decide to disclose something so very troubling. . . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

   September 30, 2025·1h 6min
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   Number 5: Courtney Herron - a life cut short

   Courtney Herron's father John, shares a story which is unimagineably painful - the senseless murder of his daughter by a man who should never have been out in the community unmonitored, due to his mental health status. Her killer had been released from custody only weeks earlier, with no supervision or monitoring, even though he'd violently attacked another young woman who unlike Courtney, had survived. He was just left to do what he liked, when he liked, disregarding & ignoring reporting requirements by the authorities, with no consequences. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

   September 16, 2025·1h 12min
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