Passion and Perspective Podcast

Phil Dixon is the latest guest on the Passion and Perspective Podcast.

Phil shares his honest reflections from his life, describing the power of connection and relationships in helping him navigate adversity.

Phil co-founded Walk it Off in 2022 and in this episode we hear how this local initiative has promoted the importance of connection in the local community.

Please note that this episode discusses mental health and suicide. If this is at all triggering for you, please seek help from LifeLine on 13 11 14 and connect with your support network.

Music: 'Friendship' by Annie Burbank

Courtney Nelson is today’s guest on the Passion and Perspective Podcast. In this conversation, Courtney reflects on the challenging periods of her life and how a positive mindset has helped her navigate these times. With a focus on a life of fulfillment, Courtney has used music as a way to channel life’s experiences into beautiful songs.

Performing under the name, Fade Meadow, Courtney has recently released her debut single, Shifting Focus - a raw and emotive piece that captures Courtney’s passion for music.

Music: "Friendship" - Annie Burbank

Noah Tracey joins the latest episode of the Passion and Perspective Podcast. Noah is a Punter for the Norfolk State University Football team. In a meteoric rise, Noah shares his inspiring journey that has taken him from the Blue Mountains to Melbourne and onto Virginia, USA in pursuit of his newfound passion. 

With a deep determination coupled with a balanced perspective, Noah has embraced every opportunity that has come his way and continues to seek personal growth at every moment.

Through his experiences, Noah has come to recognise and appreciate that the path is rarely scripted and that we have the ability to create the way forward.

In this episode of the Passion and Perspective Podcast, we hear from local artist and conservationist Zorana McDavitt.

Raised in Penrith and now living in the Blue Mountains, Zorana has a lifelong love for art and creativity. With a deep curiosity and desire to learn Zorana is now channelling her passion to educate the community about conservation of our local environment, with a specific focus on birdlife.Zorana shares her honest reflections from life, juggling parenthood, career aspirations and passion projects.

Music: "Friendship" - Annie Burbank

Today we hear from local musician Gavin Bowles. Raised in the lower Blue Mountains and now living in the Penrith area, music has been a lifelong passion for Gavin.

Throughout this conversation, Gavin shares his perspective as a full time musician - providing an honest reflection of his pursuit. Speaking with Gavin, it reinforced to me that for any creative the path is not linear, nor is it easy. 

Through the release of his latest album, with his band Gavin Bowles and the Distractions, the music Gavin shares features powerful messages, delivered through upbeat and catchy tunes.

Belle Butler is today's guest on the Passion and Perspective Podcast.

Belle shares her honest reflections from the world of creative arts in our conversation. Balancing her time between music, photography, writing and even stop motion art, Belle's journey is one of persistence. Across her life, Belle has navigated self doubt yet she has continued to pursue and refine her craft. It really resonated with me that Belle's determination and hard work has inspired her work and it shines through in her creative pieces.

Music: "Friendship" - Annie Burbank

Zoe Cox is the latest guest on the Passion and Perspective Podcast.

Zoe is an adventurer at her core and what resonated with me during our conversation was the deep curiosity that Zoe possesses. Intrigued by people, cultures, travel and the natural world, Zoe sees possibility in everything and it is that refreshing perspective that she shares through her counselling practice.

Music: 'Friendship' - Annie Burbank

Thank you for tuning in to today’s episode of the Passion and Perspective Podcast where we chat with Peter Earl.

Peter has long held a love for music, stemming back to his childhood where he had a passion for performance, playing piano and listening to the complexity of classical music.

Peter shares his inspiring story, with honest reflections about personal growth, navigating grief and fatherhood. 

Music: ‘Friendship’ - Annie Burbank

Amanda Spratt will be part of history when the first Le Tour de France Femmes commences on July 24, departing from the iconic Eiffel Tower in Paris. All eyes will be on the peloton as they embark on a gruelling 8-stage race, covering over 1000 kilometres.

The Springwood resident will call upon her experience from three Olympic Games and multiple World Championships as she competes in arguably the most significant race of her career. A leader for her team, Team BikeExchange-Jayco, Spratt recognises the importance of the moment both personally and for future generations.

Music: "Friendship" by Annie Burbank

Listen as our Blue Mountains guests share their stories from a life of adventure. The conversations highlight the unique journeys and behind the scenes experiences of these local explorers.

In this series, we chat with world-renowned adventure photographer, Aidan Williams.

Brought to you by Sporting Chance Media and hosted by Jonathan Robinson-Lees.