In this episode, Warren Davies shares his thoughts on how he is coping with the COVID-19 crisis and what he is learning about himself, his family and the broader community impacts. He talks about the three lessons he imparts at his presentations about the need for communication, connection and seeking help. He also brings into focus the power of community and the importance of standing up as a leader in that community.

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In this episode, Professor David Forbes and Dr Rob Gordon share their thoughts on how the broader community is being impacted during this current crisis. They discuss how the COVID-19 pandemic is similar and different to other traumatic events such as drought and fire. They also outline the importance of talking about our mental health in uncertain times and offer advice on how to maintain our mental health.

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In this episode, AFL Umpire Razor Ray Chamberlain shares his thoughts on how he is coping with COVID-19 and what he is learning about himself, his family and the impact on the broader community. As the founding member of the Chamberlain Foundation, which raises funds to provide support for suicide prevention and mental health awareness, he looks at how we maintain our mental health in these uncertain times.

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In this episode, Monica Thielking, Chair of the Department Of Psychological Sciences at Swinburne University, shares her thoughts on how she is coping with COVID-19 and what she is learning about its impact on herself, her family and the broader community. She provides advice to parents and guardians on talking to their children about COVID-19 to: 1) reinforce a sense of control, 2) reassure children that they are ok and 3) that the situation will get better. What do parents or guardians need to watch out for with regard to their child/children’s mental health? What are some of the risk factors?

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In this episode, AFL legend Kevin Sheedy shares his thoughts on how he is coping with COVID-19 and what he is learning about himself, those closest to him and the impact it's having on the broader community. He talks about the importance of needing to think differently, act differently and thinking outside the box. He also tackles the questions: What opportunities does a time like this bring? Where do you start with communities that need to deal with cumulative stressful events over an extended period of time?

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In this episode, Program Director for Gippsland Community Leadership Program, Mark Answerth shares his thoughts on how he is coping with COVID-19 and what he is learning about himself, his family and the broader community impacts. He provides insights on how a community living through the bushfires and drought gives a sense of what people need during times of crisis. He advises on the role of leadership in facing adversity and looks at the question: 'What are the strengths and opportunities to foster leadership in regional and rural communities?'

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