To Be Human

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On today’s podcast we have the beautiful Emma Jane. Emma is an academic based at the University of New South Wales in Sydney whose research interests are quite eclectic ranging from sex and gender, to technology facilitated violence. Her research has been presented to the Australian Human Rights Commission and Workplace Gender Equality Agency. Emma is also an author having written her most recent book, being her eleventh book, ‘Diagnosis Normal’; which shares about the combined impact of sexual abuse, mental illness and neurodivergence. 

What I personally love about this conversation is Emma’s passion to, in her words, break the toxic silence surrounding sexual violence and mental illness; that we need to hear more unpretty stories. Emma is an academic, which traditionally can come with a set of standards, I would say in separating the academic from the person behind the academia. However it is in Emma’s recent book and in this episode, that Emma courageously steps outside tradition and into the necessity of bringing together her research with her own story. Living in shame that is fuelled by silence can be terribly lonely, and it is Emma’s drive to not only encourage others to share their story, but more importantly to have people to listen, to really listen, that certainly makes this episode an important element in moving forward.

Please enjoy this lovely conversation with Emma.

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On today’s podcast we have the passionate John Gray. John is a speaker, teacher and coach on love and relationships for the last 40 years, and is the author of the famous book Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus and his new book Beyond Mars & Venus: Relationship Skills For Our Complex Modern World.

What I personally love about this conversation is being able to connect with John and get to know him and his opinions on a deeper level. I remember when I was very young I came across the book ‘Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus’ and always thought it was such a fascinating book. Everyone seemed to know about it and have something to say about it. What I didn’t know about John, that he shares in this podcast, is that he was ‘cancelled’ in the early 2000s for being what he notes as ‘sexist’. This is about half way into the episode and certainly when the conversation begins to turn from what I would say would be the teachings I am familiar with in John’s work to those that were now new for me. John shares some controversial opinions in relation to people who identify as transgender, bisexual and gay; some of which I will note here I do not agree with. One of the fundamental values of the To Be Human podcast is the freedom of self-expression, so I want to note, though this conversation is controversial, it does not mean it should be silenced. I’m on a journey of self-exploration, and I find some of the more polarising conversations of my life have provided the most clarity; so I request, even encourage, that you lean into this and be mindful of your judgments no matter what way they may fall. 

I will preface this; I was indeed more of a listener in this podcast, than a conversationalist. Enjoy this passion fuelled episode with John Gray. 

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On today’s podcast we have the wonderful Mark Avery. Mark lost a good friend, Frank, to cancer in late 2014. This event sparked mental health challenges for Mark which he internalised thinking he had to be ‘strong’ and began drinking away what he felt was weakness. Fortunately, Mark eventually decided to speak with a doctor which fuelled a transition into ultramarathon running and raising mental health awareness. Mark ran 21 half marathons in 21 days, having conversations about mental health each day, in partnership with Gotch4Life. He ran from Tweed Heads to Sydney, and most recently ran 24 hours on a treadmill in an attempt to break a Guinness World Record and has continued raising funds for the Cancer Council.

What I personally love about this conversation is Mark’s vulnerability and thoughtfulness through reflection to the questions posed. He seems to have gone on this journey from running for a sense of self-worth to running with a purpose of contribution. He shares intimately his experience of not meeting the World Record he had recently planned and what he hopes, in persisting through the 24 hours on a treadmill despite this, inspires in others. I can personally say with certainty his story is one of inspiration and impact. 

Please enjoy this really lovely conversation with Mark Avery.

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On today’s To Be Human podcast we have the lovely Rory Warnock. Rory is a Performance and Wellness Coach specialising in breathwork to improve mental and physical health, and an ultramarathon runner.

What I personally love about this conversation is Rory’s absolute zest for life. He is so deeply passionate about breathwork and it is in this conversation we discuss the best strategies we can begin implementing in our own lives to reduce stress, anxiety and depression and how we can improve focus, sleep and performance. We also explore Rory’s first ultramarathon experience of the UTA 100 where he shares vulnerably his intention of character building through resilience and why it is so important, in this day and age of comfort, that we overcome set challenges to further develop our sense of purpose and meaning.

Please enjoy this wonderful conversation with Rory Warnock. 

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On today’s podcast we have the wonderful Tony Bernard. Tony is the author of the new book, ‘The Ghost Tattoo’, a story about his father Henry, a holocaust survivor, and the journey of understanding the desperate choices his father had to make during this horrifying time in history.

What I personally love about this conversation is the point of difference that this story brings. I’m sure most of you would have read and heard stories of the Holocaust which predominantly seem to centre around the time in the concentration camp of Auschwitz; understandably why. However, as Tony highlights, there were approximately 1,000,000 Jews killed at Auschwitz which leaves approximately 5,000,000 Jews being killed elsewhere during World War 2. It is in this conversation that Tony shares this unique perspective of what his father’s experience was like well before he reached the camp of Auschwitz; of how his hardest moments were in fact during the lead up. He shares of Henry being part of the Jewish Order Service, also known as the ghetto police, and of the atrocities and murders that he lay witness to. Of how Henry was never able to forgive himself for not being able to save his mother. Of how Henry tried committing suicide when awaiting what seemed an inevitable firing squad, which were only 2 of his 5 near death experiences. We also speak about what Tony believes mentally it took for Henry to get through all of this, which I always find personally fascinating as there always seems to be a pattern which I believe can be brought into our everyday life and the way we can show up and face adversity. 

Please enjoy this conversation with Tony.

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On today’s podcast we have the infectious creative, Matt Jardine. Matt is a martial arts teacher, podcaster and an award winning author of the books, ‘The Hardest Path: A Journey Outside To Answer The Questions Within’ and ‘How to Be A Buddhist Millionaire: 9 Practical Steps To Being Happy In A Materialist World’. 

What I personally love about this conversation is Matt’s way of engaging you in self-exploration with wit and humour. We speak about his 1,400km pilgrimage in Japan where he endeavoured to answer the question: Is life limited by time and money?  We discuss the absurdity of how people work to save money to take a break from work, and how life is about trust and action: the importance of letting go of your fear and control, and the importance of making a decision and taking that first step; or as Matt says, “Just get on and do it.” Please enjoy this conversation with the lovely Matt Jardine. 

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On today’s podcast we have the wonderful Shane McCurry. Shane is a highly sort after consultant in the areas of culture, leadership and performance.

What I personally love about this conversation is Shane’s genine character and authenticity. We discuss the importance of human connection and relationship-based coaching, we speak about identity and how what you do is not who you are, and we speak about the importance of vulnerability and storytelling. We then move into the space of ultramarathon running, and discuss how this endurance sport influences you to become more of yourself and provides the opportunity to contribute by helping others around you to flourish.

Please enjoy this really lovely conversation with Shane McCurry. 

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On today’s podcast we have the lovely Mark Wolynn. Mark is a world leader in the field of Inherited Family Trauma and director of The Family Constellation Institute. He is a highly sought-after lecturer, an educational and training provider in which he has just released his new training on Inherited Family Trauma (I will leave a link below), and bestselling author of the book, ‘It Didn’t Start With You: How Inherited Family Trauma Shapes Who We Are And How To End The Cycle’. 

What I personally love about this conversation is Mark’s deep insight in and compassion for Inherited Family Trauma. Mark shares what Inherited Family Trauma is, how it could be affecting you and how to heal your present self who may be experiencing mental health challenges that are a manifest of gene adaptation from previous generations. He shares his personal Core Language approach which shows us how language and trauma intersect, and how, “Uncovering our core language can free us from reliving traumas that don’t belong to us.” I even share my own personal experience with Mark’s work and how it provided a new perspective on some of my deepest fears that have never felt true to me and my life experience. 

This year I intend to get more experts in their chosen field to come onto the To Be Human podcast, so if you have anyone you would like to see on, please contact me below; I would love to hear from you as we continue to build and evolve the To Be Human Collective. And if you are enjoying this podcast please subscribe, rate and review, and  enjoy this conversation with the wonderful Mark Wolynn.

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Website | https://markwolynn.com
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On today’s podcast we have the beautiful Ginny Burton. Ginny was introduced to drugs by her mother at just 7 years old which began a path of destructive addiction into adulthood, 17 felony convictions and multiple prison stints. Upon her final arrest she decided that it was time to take control of her life; that this arrest is indeed the opportunity to be rescued. Now, she is a Truman Scholar, Martin Honor Scholar, UW Graduate, a social service and  behavioural health service provider, and national spokesperson on homelessness, addiction and incarceration.

I think it is important to straight up put this disclaimer in now; there is a strong trigger warning for this conversation. We cover drug addiction, sexual and physical abuse, suicide; I just really want you to understand that this conversation is raw; not just in the context of authenticity and vulnerability, but in life experience. I, myself, even felt slightly activated in parts, so please be intuitive as to whether this is an appropriate conversation for you. If you require support, please call the Lifeline 24/7  number: 13 11 14.

What I personally love about this conversation is honestly, I’ve got goosebumps. To be candid, this conversation required more from me than any other. And for context, I am not just speaking about this podcast, but in both my own personal and professional life. As a professional I am a mind-body practitioner/coach so in that capacity I am very well versed in having deep, explorative and at times, more challenging conversations. However, Ginny’s life story is, you know it is difficult to find the appropriate descriptive words. Intense would be close. Certainly the initial part of her story has a darker energy to it. She, as one individual, has certainly been through a lot. As shared she was introduced to drugs by her mother at just 7 years old; which not too soon after, turned into an addiction to meth, crack cocaine and heroin. She’s been kidnapped, sexually, physically and emotionally abused and she attempted suicide at just 17 years old.

I came across Ginny on a video that had gone viral on YouTube and her, and her story, just impacted me so deeply. And I would recommend, if you get the chance, to have a look at her comparative images on Google; a powerful mirror of where she has come from and where she is today. Now, Ginny is a strong, empowered, phenomenal woman. She is leading change not only in a 1:1 capacity, but on a policy level. What I really love about Ginny is that she has turned her story and her experience into her superpower. We have great dialogue in this conversation on the importance of having people with relevant life experience being part of making policies that are trying to create success in these problem areas that we have in our communities. She humanises people so well, and as someone who believes I do this quite well, she has truly influenced me to be so much more mindful of how I perceive and relate to people on the streets, facing homelessness, and some of which face addiction. She is an incredible woman. And I truly have no doubt that this conversation will be life changing for you, however that may land with you. Please enjoy this conversation with Ginny Burton.

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On today’s podcast we have the authentic leader, Heston Russell. Heston is a retired special forces veteran, founder of the charity Veteran Support Force and Leader of the Australian Values Party. 

What I personally love about this conversation is Heston’s absolute power that he exudes through his mission in breaking the stigma surrounding mental health and vulnerability, and his passion in fighting for true and authentic values of leadership. Heston is a man that what you see, is indeed what you get. This conversation is one of the realist and most raw ones I have had to date. We discuss the impact of emotional compartmentalisation, suicidal ideation, sexuality, war crime accusations and smear campaigns. I truly honour Heston for the personal power he brings to this conversation. 

This podcast does have a trigger warning as we obviously cover mental health topics, so please be aware of this. If in need of support, please call Lifeline: 13 11 14.

Please enjoy this important conversation with Heston Russell.

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