STRONG Legacy podcast

Episode 46In this heartfelt episode of the Strong Legacy Podcast, Amit Singh sits down with Kerry Hersbach from Rally Point Australia to discuss the incredible work being done to support veterans, first responders, and their families during the Christmas season.Kerry shares how Rally Point Australia is expanding its reach through social media, community partnerships, and awareness campaigns to ensure more people know where to find support when they need it most. The conversation highlights Rally Point's mission of providing practical assistance, connection, and hope to those facing challenges during what can be a difficult time of year.Together, Amit and Kerry discuss Rally Point Australia's Christmas support initiative, including ways businesses and community members can contribute through donations of toys, Christmas hampers, toiletries, baby essentials, and other much-needed items. They also outline how families in need can reach out for assistance and access available support.The episode concludes with an important message to frontline workers, veterans, and their loved ones: stay safe, prioritise family and connection, and remember that Christmas is about spending meaningful time with those who matter most, not material possessions.💙 Key Topics Covered:• Rally Point Australia's mission and community impact• Supporting veterans, first responders, and families• Christmas donation and support initiatives• How businesses can get involved and give back• The importance of connection, compassion, and community wellbeing📱 Follow Rally Point Australia:• Instagram• Facebook• Website: rallypoint.auIf you'd like to support the Christmas initiative or learn more about the available services, connect with Rally Point Australia through their social channels or website.Strong conversations. Strong communities. Stronger together. 💙🎄🎧#StrongLegacyPodcast #RallyPointAustralia #VeteranSupport #FirstResponderSupport #VeteranFamilies #FirstResponderFamilies #ChristmasAppeal #ChristmasDonations #SupportThoseWhoServe #GiveBackThisChristmas #CommunitySupport #StrongerTogether

Episode 45What legacy could be more meaningful than helping someone experience more good days?In this episode of the Strong Legacy Podcast, Amit Singh sits down with Dr Lauren Barker, CEO of Good Mind Therapeutics, to explore her journey into medicine, the importance of patient education, and the difference between simply surviving and actually living.From growing up in a family of doctors to working in mental health and emergency medicine, Lauren reflects on the realities of caring for people and why helping patients understand their treatment options matters—particularly for those living with treatment-resistant depression.Lauren also shares her vision for a mental health system that invests earlier in people’s lives. She discusses why addressing social and structural challenges, including childcare, education and poverty, should be part of the conversation about better mental health.At the heart of this episode is a simple, powerful idea: a legacy can be built through the good days we help make possible.In this episode, we explore:• What first drew Lauren towards medicine.• The difference between expectations and the reality of medical practice.• Why every extra good day has value.• Patient education and awareness of treatment options.• Lauren’s perspective on earlier investment in mental health.• The legacy she hopes to leave through her work.StrongLegacyPodcast #BeyondSurviving #patientempowerment #MoreGoodDays #DrLaurenBarker

Episode 44

What does it take to build a long, healthy career on thefrontline without letting the job consume your identity? In this episode of the Strong Legacy Podcast, Amit Singh speaks with registered paramedic Hannah about her experience of early burnout and the practical lessons that led her to support other shift workers through Shift Fit.
Hannah shares realistic strategies for managing the demands of a 24/7 profession, including smarter meal preparation, sustainable training, better sleep and recovery, and the importance of protecting days off and annual leave.She also explains why strong relationships outside work matter, challenges a common myth about paramedicine, and reveals how coastal walks and the gym help her switch off and reconnect with life beyond the uniform.
Whether you work in paramedicine, emergency services, healthcare or any shift-based role, this conversation offers straightforward advice for staying physically, mentally and emotionally well while serving others.
Follow Shift Fit on Instagram and TikTok for more practical content on shift work, nutrition, sleep and training.

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Episode 43

What happens when the job challenges not only your mind and body, but also your deepest values and beliefs?

In this powerful and thought-provoking episode, Chaplain Artie Shepherd explains the often-misunderstood topic of moral injury. More than stress or trauma, moral injury occurs when people witness, experience, or are involved in situations that conflict with their personal sense of right and wrong.

From policing and emergency services to everyday leadership, this conversation examines the emotional, psychological, and spiritual impact of carrying experiences that leave lasting moral scars. The episode also explores pathways to healing, resilience, connection, and the importance of seeking support before the burden becomes overwhelming.

Whether you wear a uniform, lead a team, or simply want to better understand the human cost of service, this discussion offers valuable insights into one of the most important wellbeing challenges facing today's workforce.

"Some wounds are invisible, but healing begins when we acknowledge they're there."

#moralinjury #PoliceWellbeing #mentalhealth #firstresponders #wellbeing #psychologicalsafety #healing #BehindTheBadge #leadership

Episode 42

In this deeply moving episode, Amit Singh sits down with Police Chaplain Artie Shepherd to explore the significance of National Police Remembrance Day and why it continues to hold such a special place in the policing community.

Together, they reflect on the officers who made the ultimate sacrifice, the enduring impact their loss has on families, colleagues, and communities, and the importance of ensuring their service is never forgotten. Chaplain Shepherd shares powerful insights into the strength of the "Big Blue Family," the role of remembrance in healing, and how police services come together to support those left behind.

This conversation is a heartfelt tribute to courage, sacrifice, camaraderie, and the legacy of those who gave everything in the line of duty.

"We honour their service, remember their sacrifice, and stand with those who continue to carry their memory."

#NPRD #policefamily #rememberthefallen #policing #firstresponders #lineofduty #UltimateSacrifice#PoliceChaplain #bluefamily #neverforgotten #leadership #servicebeforeself

Episode 41

What if the life you've carefully planned isn't the life you're truly meant to live?

In this powerful episode of the Strong Legacy Podcast, Amit Singh sits down with Miriam, a woman whose journey challenges conventional thinking about success, certainty, and the future itself.

From growing up as a shy, highly observant child with a deepsensitivity to people and the world around her, Miriam shares how curiosity and intuition became guiding forces throughout her life. The conversation explores profound themes of self-awareness, personal transformation, manifestation, intuition, conscious decision-making, family, travel, and the courage to embrace uncertainty.

Miriam opens up about selling her home, following unexpected opportunities across the world, traveling with her family, and learning to trust the subtle signs that continue to guide her path. Rather than obsessing over future outcomes, she explains why creating a meaningful "now" is the most powerful way to build the future.

This episode is packed with wisdom on:

• Trusting your intuition.
• Living with intention instead of fear.
• Breaking free from societal expectations.
• Creating a life aligned with your values.
• Raising children through real-world experiences.
• Manifestation versus attachment to outcomes.
• The power of presence and personal growth

If you've ever felt called to make a bold life change, trust your inner guidance, or redefine what success means, this conversation will inspire you to think differently about your own journey.

🎙️ Listen now and discover why the future isn't something we chase, it's something we create through the choices we make today.

If her story resonates with you, connect with Miriam and follow her journey:

Skool Community — Own Your Wisdom:

https://www.skool.com/ownyourwisdom/about

LinkedIn: Search Miriam Currey and connect with her there.

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Episode 40

A powerful conversation with Kathy about Huntington's disease, genetic testing, family impact, awareness, and finding the courage to live beyond fear.

In this powerful and heartfelt conversation, Kathy shares her family's journey with Huntington's disease and the impact it has had across generations. Growing up in a close-knit family and community, Kathy witnessed firsthand how this inherited condition can affect individuals and loved ones alike.

She opens up about the emotional reality of living with the possibility of carrying the Huntington's gene, the decision to undergo genetic testing, and the counselling process that helped her navigate one of the most significant moments of her life. Kathy also discusses the importance of awareness, early conversations with healthcare professionals, and the support available for families facing similar challenges today.

Most importantly, Kathy delivers a message that resonates far beyond Huntington's disease: don't let fear control your life. Her story is one of resilience, hope, family, and the power of taking action when faced with uncertainty.

Whether you have a personal connection to Huntington's disease, work in healthcare, or simply want to hear an inspiring story of strength and courage, this episode offers valuable insights and encouragement.

Key Topics:

• Huntington's disease awareness

• Family impact and lived experience

• Genetic testing and counselling

• Coping with uncertainty

• Support pathways and resources

• Courage, resilience, and hope

Key Takeaway:
"If you have concerns, don't let fear take over. Seek support, get informed, and take the next step."

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Episode 39

In this powerful conversation, Amit sits down with Theo Dimitriou— known across Australia as The Aussie Paramedic - to explore the real heart behind frontline service. From an unexpected beginning in botanical science to more than a decade serving communities as a paramedic, Theo shares the moments, the lessons, and the values that shaped his journey.

This episode goes deeper than uniforms, emergencies, and equipment. It’s about character, family, and the quiet courage required to keep showing up for people on their worst days. Theo opens up about how witnessing broken families and heartbreaking situations has reshaped his priorities — pushing him to be more present for his two young boys and more intentional with the relationships that matter most.

He speaks honestly about legacy:

✔ Why character is the only thing we truly take with us.

✔How frontline work changes your perspective on life.

✔ The importance of grounding, faith, and purpose .

✔ Why people remember who you were, not what you achieved.

Amit and Theo also reflect on timeless frontline wisdom —that no one remembers your stats, your arrests, or your tickets. They remember your kindness, your care, and the way you treated people.

Theo closes the episode by sharing where listeners can find his work, including My Medical Group, Bleed Control Kits, Southern Canine Systems, and his growing online community under The Aussie Paramedic.

This is an episode about humanity. About slowing down. About remembering what actually matters. And about building a legacy that outlives the job.

🔗 Guest Links

My Medical Group: mymedicalgroup.com.au

Bleed Control Kits: bleedcontrolkits.com.au

Southern Canine Systems: southerncaninesystems.com.au

Instagram: Search “The Aussie Paramedic”

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Episode 38

Australian Army veteran Kerry‑Anne Hersbach joins Amit Singh for a powerful and deeply human conversation about service, lived experience, and the creation of Rally Point Australia — a new support hub built for veterans, first responders, serving members, and their families.

Kerry‑Anne shares her journey from enlisting straight out of school in the early 90s, to navigating life as a veteran, a partner to a veteran, and a mother of one. Through years of working in the support space, she saw the gaps — the missing connection points, the lack of accessible help, and the silent struggles carried by both veterans and first responders. RallyPoint Australia was born from that lived experience.

In this episode we explore:

• Why lived experience is the backbone of meaningful support.

• The shared challenges between veterans and first responders.

• How Rally Point Australia aims to become a single trusted place for help, information, and connection.

• The importance of family in the wellbeing journey.

• Kerry‑Anne’s daily mindfulness habit that transformed her mental health.

• Her message to anyone feeling hopeless: “You are not alone.”

This conversation is raw, grounding, and full of heart. If you serve, have served, or support someone who does this episode will stay with you.

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Episode 37Cop Care Overview_Aug 2026.pdf

In this powerful conversation, Amit sits down with Dr Jacqueline Drew Associate Professor, long‑serving police psychologist, and newly appointed CEO of Cop Care to unpack what health‑oriented leadership really means inside modern policing.

With 25 years of experience supporting officers across Australia, New Zealand, and the United States, Dr Drew shares the truths she learned working inside the Queensland Police Service, including how psychological health was once barely spoken about and how far the profession has come. Together, Amit and Dr Drew explore:

The real psychological pressures officers face across a career.

Why workplace culture can be more damaging than operational trauma.

How policing can shift from “inevitable harm” to preventative care

The rise of Cop Care and what genuine, trustworthy support looks like

Why officers must treat themselves like professional athletes.

The critical role of dietitians, physical scientists, psychologists, GPs and evidence‑based programs.

How leaders can build systems that meet officers where they are, not where the organisation expects them to be,

Dr Drew’s message is clear: policing doesn’t have to break people. With the right structures, early intervention, and a culture that values wellbeing as capability, officers can thrive, recover, and stay strong throughout their careers.

This episode is a must‑listen for frontline leaders, supervisors, recruits, and anyone committed to building a healthier, more resilient policing workforce.

Cope Care Contact Details:

 General enquiries: [email protected]

Dr Jacqueline Drew: [email protected]

#STRONGLegacy #PoliceLeadership #HealthOrientedLeadership#CopCare #PoliceWellbeing #LawEnforcementMentalHealth #OperationalResilience#PoliceCulture #FirstResponderHealth #TraumaInformedLeadership#QueenslandPolice #OfficerSupport #PreventativeCare #LeadershipDevelopment