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Inspired to Soar with Hannah - Episode #41

Guest: Mayor Anthony Marsh, Mornington Peninsula Shire

This isn’t just another leadership chat.

Anthony Marsh has led at 30,000 feet in the Royal Australian Air Force, built businesses from the ground up, and now leads communities as Mayor of the Mornington Peninsula.

In this episode, Anthony opens up about:

The reality of leadership, the pressure, the service, the lessons.

Why protecting our natural landscapes matters for the Peninsula’s future.

How local Councils can play a bigger role in supporting mental health.

Balancing fatherhood with leadership, and what his kids really think about “Dad the Mayor.”

This isn’t a story about titles. It’s about service, resilience, and the responsibility we all share to create change where we stand.

🔑 Whether you’re a young leader, a parent, or simply someone who wants to contribute more to your community, this conversation is for you.

👉 Hit play, lean in, and take away something real.

Episode #40: From Literacy to Lifelong Learning, Anita’s Story

40 episodes. 40 weeks of courage, resilience, and voices that needed to be heard. Today, Inspired to Soar with Hannah celebrates a milestone.

And who better to mark this moment than Anita — a woman who’s spent more than 30 years transforming her own challenges into pathways for others. From single parenthood to leading the Reconnect Program at Advance Community College, Anita has shown us that education is not just about knowledge, it’s about confidence, community, and second chances.

In this conversation, Hannah and Anita dive into:

How resilience is built through both struggle and service.

Why adult literacy is a lifeline, not just a lesson.

The power of lifelong learning to change not only futures, but identities.

What it takes to raise three daughters, balance study, and still give back.

This is Episode 40. It’s not just another number. It’s a reminder that we rise higher when we rise together.

🎙️ Inspired to Soar with Hannah – Episode #39

In this episode, Hannah sits down with Samuel McLennan, the visionary behind Project Interrupt. Samuel has built a raft entirely from rubbish and waste collected along Tasmania’s coastline,a bold idea that’s grown into a mission to spark global conversations about sustainability, leadership, and mental health.

From its humble beginnings in 2022 to the planned voyage from Hobart to Sydney, Project Interrupt is more than a raft,it’s a movement reminding us to rethink how we live, consume, and care for the planet.

Join Hannah and Samuel as they dive into:

The spark that ignited Project Interrupt

The challenges of turning rubbish into resilience

The link between our planet’s health and our own mental wellbeing

Lessons in leadership, mindset, and community impact

The bigger vision for creating a cleaner, kinder, more sustainable world

🌍 Learn more: projectinterrupt.com

✨ Your story matters here.

Episode #38 – Nathan Francis: Breaking Free

Most of us are trapped, and we don’t even realise it. Trapped in cycles of distraction, numbing behaviours, and a version of life that looks “fine” on the outside but feels empty inside.

Nathan Francis refuses to live that way. He’s an author, coach, filmmaker, and the voice behind The Breaking Free Podcast. Nathan cuts through the noise and gets straight to the heart of it: purpose, authenticity, and the uncomfortable but necessary process of facing yourself.

This conversation is raw, honest, and uncomfortable in the best way. We talk about what it means to break free, why discomfort is a teacher, and how truth can transform your life.

If you’ve ever felt stuck or powerless, this episode might just be the beginning of your breakthrough.

✨ Episode #3 – The Quaffers with Julie ✨

In this lively episode, Jan sits down with her cohost Julie to dive into the Hastings U3A Quaffers group. 🍷 Julie reveals what makes the group such a joy to be part of, shares stories from recent gatherings, and explains how members can get involved.

If you’re curious about joining a fun social group with great company, this episode is not to be missed!

👉 Listen now and discover how the Quaffers bring people together through friendship, laughter, and shared experiences.

🎙️ Episode #5 – Anita’s Community Catchup

This week Anita chats with Will from Independent College (Years 10–12) a student carving out his own path through creativity, study, and music.

Will shares what makes Independent College such a great alternative to mainstream schooling, how flexible coursework has given him space to focus on his music, and his dream of collaborating with local hip hop and rap artists.

He even gives us a LIVE demo of how he produces music, talks about studying a Certificate III in Sound Production, and explains how working shifts at IGA helps him save for the gear and programs he needs.

From his dad’s influence on bass guitar to his dream collab with Groove Armada, this episode is all about passion, perseverance, and following your creative spark.

🎧 Tune in now and hear Will’s journey — plus his original track produced at school, live on air!

Endocrinologist Dr Sara Bontempo discusses menopause.

✨ Episode #2 – U3A Hastings Podcast ✨

This week, the script gets flipped. Jan steps into the host’s chair and interviews her cohost Julie about one of U3A’s most loved communities: the Cabin & Caravan Group.

Julie shares the real heartbeat behind these getaways: connection, laughter, and the courage to try something new later in life.

If you’ve ever thought about joining a trip but hesitated, this episode might just be the nudge you need.

🎧 Listen now and discover why adventure has no age limit.

✨ Episode #15 – The Joe Show ✨

This week Joe is asking the questions most people avoid. Why isn’t the Australian flag front and centre on our shire buildings? Why are horses in Mount Eliza left to suffer while the RSPCA says their hands are tied? And why do we accept endless developments, fast-food giants and government delays at the cost of our community’s future?

From the vacant land at Capel Sound, to a potential McDonald’s in Safety Beach, to a water-main landslide in McCrae — Joe brings the stories that matter.

Spring is just around the corner, but change doesn’t just arrive with the seasons. It arrives when locals raise their voice. Tune in, stay sharp, and remember: read your local paper.