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Episode 2: Jack Levitt

 

Jack Levitt is a storyteller who looks at life through a lens. As a videographer, he has spent years capturing moments on and off the sporting field for the likes of Cricket Australia, Fox Sport and the Essendon footy club. And as a keen photographer, Jack loves to snap real life moments that tell real stories. He is a deep thinker, a Dad, and a doer, and it’s that last descriptor propelled him to start Flynn’s Walk, after his mate Flynn Hargreaves, an accomplished veterinarian, took his own life. Flynn sadly became part of a damning statistic where vets are four times more likely to die by suicide, and Jack took up the fight to help raise awareness in the community. Through his passion to improve mental health and encourage people to speak out, Jack has been nominated as a Victorian local hero and is also an RUOK? Community Ambassador. His work here is definitely not done. In fact, this may just be the beginning.

 

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Difficult themes*
REMINDER: If this episode has raised any issues for you, in Australia you can contact Lifeline by phone on 13 11 14 (24/7); Lifeline via text on 0477 13 11 14 (24/7); Suicide Callback Service 1300
659 467.

 

CREDITS

 

Hosts: Jack Riewoldt and Shane McCurry

 

Thanks to our guest Jack Levitt.

 

To learn more about Jack:

Jack on LinkedIn

Flynn’s Talk podcast

Australian of the year awards 2023: Victorian Local Hero Nominee

 

Links from this episode:

Flynn’s Walk website

Flynn’s Walk Facebook

Flynn’s Walk on LinkedIn

R U OK?

 

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Episode 1: Benson Saulo

 

There are many ways to describe Benson Saulo. A descendant of the Wemba Wemba and Gunditjmara Aboriginal nations of Western Victoria, and New Ireland Province in Papua New Guinea. The first Indigenous person to be appointed an Australian Consul-General in Australia’s history. A former Senior Trade and Investment Commissioner based in Houston. He’s represented Australia on the global stage at the United Nations. Now he is the Liberal candidate for Macnamara in Melbourne ahead of the 2025 federal election. But it all started with his passion and belief in faith, family, finance and fairness, which have propelled him forward over his 30-something years to now. Dig deeper and you’ll also find that Benson once sported a mohawk and wore a three-piece suit – not at the same time. Be inspired and humbled as you walk with Benson through this special conversation. 

 

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CREDITS

 

Hosts: Jack Riewoldt and Shane McCurry

 

Thanks to our guest Benson Saulo

 

To learn more about Benson:

Benson on LinkedIn

Benson on Facebook

Benson Saulo: Liberal candidate for Macnamara

 

Links from this episode:

First Australians Capital

Sobah non-alcoholic drinks

Camino de Santiago

The Way (movie)

 

 

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Episode 9: Jack Riewoldt & Shane McCurry

 

They first met at a café in Richmond in Melbourne, and Jack and Shane admit, it was connection at first sight. The pair realised straight away that they shared a passion for leadership, growth and a fascination for people and their stories. What began as a professional relationship at the Richmond Football Club, turned into a friendship and partnership co-hosting TWO AM I. And in this final episode of Season 2, Jack and Shane reflect on their guests over the past eight episodes, what they learned from each from choosing happiness, to speaking out about the tough stuff, and how laughter can be the best medicine. 

 

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CREDITS

 

Hosts: Jack Riewoldt and Shane McCurry

 

To learn more about Jack and Shane:

Jack on Instagram

Shane on Instagram

Jack on LinkedIn 

Shane on LinkedIn

Jack and Authentic Leaders Group

Shane McCurry

 

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Episode 8: Angie Greene

 

Angie Greene comes from Australian sporting royalty. But growing up, her extensive association with the world of men's sport and seeing how her brother Brent – who came out to her when she was 13 years old – was treated in sport, school and life, set her on a path and passion for inclusion. Angie is now an anti-discrimination activist and CEO of Stand Up Events, a not-for-profit dedicated to fighting sexual and gender discrimination in Australian sport. She wears her heart on her sleeve and in this incredibly raw episode, explains why she is unapologetic for fighting for what she believes in, and has some thoughts on how we can all stand up for the things that matter most.

 

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*Language warning | Difficult themes*

REMINDER: If this episode has raised any issues for you, in Australia you can contact Lifeline by phone on 13 11 14 (24/7); Lifeline via text on 0477 13 11 14 (24/7); Suicide Callback Service 1300 659 467.

 

CREDITS

 

Hosts: Jack Riewoldt and Shane McCurry

 

Thanks to our guest Angie Greene

 

To learn more about Angie:

Angie on Instagram

Angie on LinkedIn

Stand Up Events

 

Links from this episode:

Frank Sedgman (Champion tennis player): Angie’s Pop

Russell Greene (Champion Hawthorn AFL player): Angie’s Dad

The Joy Thief

The Imperfects: Penny Moodie, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

 

 

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Episode 7: Sarah Maree Cameron

 

You may have heard her on radio or seen her popping up on your TV during the Richmond Football Club’s home games. Perhaps you caught her show ‘One Womb Please!’ at the Melbourne Comedy Festival, or maybe you know her name for her work as an Ambassador with the Cervical Cancer Foundation or Endometriosis Australia. But there is much you probably don’t know about this hilarious, insightful, humble and vulnerable human – like her starring role on the big screen, her journey following some very difficult times in her teens, and what and who she loves most of all in the world – all things revealed in this intimate episode of TWO AM I.

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CREDITS

 

Hosts: Jack Riewoldt and Shane McCurry

 

Thanks to our guest Sarah Maree

 

To learn more about Sarah Maree:

Sarah Maree on Instagram

Sarah Maree on Facebook

Sarah Maree on X

Sarah Maree Cameron: Instinct Events

 

Links from this episode:

Sarah Maree Cameron website

At Last (The Movie)

One Womb Please

Endometriosis Australia Ambassador

Australian Cervical Cancer Foundation Ambassador

 

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Episode 6: Nazeem Hussain

 

The son of Sri Lankan migrants, Nazeem Hussain honed his comedic chops in the suburbs of Melbourne in the 1990s, though as you’ll hear, he started giving it a crack when he was very young, right on his front doorsteps as people passed by. After his father left the family, it was his fearless mother who taught him how to use humour to get bullies off his back. And a star was born. Since then, Nazeem has performed around the world, created his own TV show ‘Legally Brown’, hosted his own Netflix special ‘Public Frenemy’ and written a children's book to celebrate his journey into parenthood. This episode will have you laughing, leaning in and leave you feeling lighter.

 

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CREDITS

 

Hosts: Jack Riewoldt and Shane McCurry

 

Thanks to our guest Nazeem Hussain

 

To learn more about Nazeem:

Nazeem on Instagram

Nazeem on Facebook

Nazeem on TikTok

Nazeem on X

Nazeem on YouTube

Nazeem Hussain website

 

Links from this episode:

Nazeem Hussain Melbourne Comedy Festival 2024

Netflix special 'Public Frenemy'

Legally Brown

Nazeem on tour 2024

 

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Episode 5: Christine Finnegan

Christine Finnegan has had a love of sport since she was a child. Tennis was her game of choice, where on the court she describes as her happy place. She travelled around the country and played the game she loved, but it was the realisation when she was 15 years old that she wanted to run the tournament rather than play in it. And so, she did. Christine has spent the past 25 years in senior roles across Australian sport at the highest level. Now as CEO of the Tasmanian JackJumpers, she’s helped guide the team to its maiden National Basketball League championship after just three years in the competition. While sport plays a huge part of Christine’s life, the pride in and love for her son sits at the top of her list of her greatest achievements. 

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CREDITS

 

Hosts: Jack Riewoldt and Shane McCurry

 

Thanks to our guest Christine Finnegan

 

To learn more about Christine:

Christine on LinkedIn

Tasmanian Jack Jumpers on Facebook

Tasmanian Jack Jumpers on Instagram

Tasmanian Jack Jumpers on YouTube

 

 

Links from this episode:

Tasmanian Jack Jumpers website

Christine Finnegan new Jack Jumpers CEO

Jack Jumpers win NBL premiership 2024

Dr Suess ‘Oh the places you’ll go’

 

 

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Episode 4: Gerard Whateley

Gerard Whateley comes alive when the mic is on but whether he is calling a horserace, covering an Olympics or calling a footy game, he is powered by preparation and just a few nerves, as he says “the nerves show you that it means something to you.” Gerard’s love for sports broadcasting and writing goes back to when he was 13 years old and met his idol and inspiration, horseracing writer Les Carlyon. Since then, he has dedicated his career to that very pursuit, these days as chief sports caller and host of the Whateley program on SEN, co-host of Foxy Footy’s AFL 360 and occasional columnist for the Herald Sun. But dig a little deeper and you will find that Gerard has had his fair brush with Hollywood fame, and the people who inspire him most are found away from the media’s gaze.

 

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CREDITS

 

Hosts: Jack Riewoldt and Shane McCurry

 

Thanks to our guest Gerard Whateley

 

To learn more about Gerard:

Gerard on Instagram

Gerard on X (formerly Twitter)

Gerard on LinkedIn

Gerard on Wikipedia

Links from this episode:

Whateley on SEN

AFL 360

 

 

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Episode 3: Mykel Dixon

 

Be ridiculous, be frivolous, be dangerous, be outrageous, be fabulous! Mykel Dixon is here to ‘save the world from boring work, bland events and beige bosses’ (more on his website). But behind that tagline is a genuine want and need for Mykel to liberate the potential in people everywhere – to help them embrace experience, tap into their inner creativity, be confident to express their perspectives and be a force for good at work and in life. And while he works to reignite the passion in others, he is honest about the challenges that exist and has some fabulous insights and advice on how to deal with imposter syndrome and the resistance – because no-one is immune. Get ready to laugh, dance, sing and definitely be surprised.

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CREDITS

 

Hosts: Jack Riewoldt and Shane McCurry

 

Thanks to our guest Mykel Dixon

 

To learn more about Mykel:

Mykel on Instagram

Mykel on LinkedIn

Mykel on YouTube

Mykel Dixon website

 

Links from this episode:

Steven Pressfield

Everyday Creative

Tyson Yunkaporta ‘Sand Talk: How indigenous thinking can save the world’

Marti Spiegelman

 

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Episode 2: Peter Chambers

 

Peter Chambers was looking towards retirement after decades in the banking industry. But those plans and life as Pete knew it, changed forever when he was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease (MND) in 2018. For many, the MND journey is without a doubt a rollercoaster, as it is for Peter, but not ever wanting his diagnosis to define him, Pete has used it as the catalyst for his positive mindset and desire to help others. His love of cricket and music remain close to his heart, and he speaks candidly about the challenges of MND, but also the incredible strength it has given him and his family to live life to the fullest. Above all, Pete has embraced what he calls his HAPPY philosophy, one that everyone can learn from.

 

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CREDITS

 

Hosts: Jack Riewoldt and Shane McCurry

 

Thanks to our guest Peter Chambers

 

To learn more about Pete:

Peter on Instagram

Peter on Facebook

Peter on LinkedIn

Peter on YouTube F-U MND

 

Links from this episode:

MND Australia

MND Victoria: Pete’s Legacy

Peter Chambers shares his story with Richmond FC

Fight MND Big Freeze

 

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