Inspired by Yarra

Episode 144: Dean Millson (YOG 1994) - Director & Brand Strategist, Di Marca"This school helps you realise that the sky is the limit."For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Episode 144: Erin Upson (YOG 2015) - Lawyer"Yarra does an amazing job of fostering connections"For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Episode 143: James Francis (YOG 1994) - Bricklayer and TAFE Educator"The motto meant don't forget to look up every now and then so you enjoy the world."For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Episode 142: Emma Hain (YOG 1991)"The teachers at Yarra were there for the students - they cared."For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Episode 1411: James Brooke (YOG 2004) - PhD candidate in ultracold atomic physics"The Yarra motto for me is about looking up to see what else is around you, rather than simply following the path in front of you."For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Episode 140: Andrea Lewis (YOG 1980) - Teacher and Asylum Seeker Support Worker“Being at Yarra were some of the best years of my life.”For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast .

Episode 139: Brielle Jones (YOG 2006) - Professional Organiser and Interior Stylist "Yarra taught me resilience and perseverance." For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Episode 138: Bentleigh Gibson (YOG 1997) - General Manager, GESA "I enjoyed Saturday morning sport - the camaraderie and pride in supporting the school." For more information go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Episode 137: Gayle Martini (nee Shoolman, YOG 1994) - Sales and Marketing Coordinator "To me the School motto is about looking up to people you respect." For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Episode 136: Adam Docking (YOG 1988) - Real estate director and auctioneer "You never lose the connection to Yarra." For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Episode 135: Hannah Brodribb (YOG 2019) - Legal assistant, self employed and manager and state party coordinator "I had strong teachers and mentors who showed me the way at Yarra." For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Episode 134: IBY Geoffrey Smith (YOG 1976) - Filmmaker "My English teacher was a rare person who could look into your soul and bring out the best in you." For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Episode 133: Miranda Ryall (YOG 2002) - Physiotherapist “We had great student leaders who created a safe environment where people could thrive.” For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Episode 132: Tim Dewhurst (YOG 1972) "My teachers were all very involved and interested and supported the spirit of the school." For more information, please go to https://www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Episode 131 - Eleanor Louise Butt (YOG 1999) "I felt especially supported and welcomed by the Art Department at Yarra" For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Episode 130: Gavin Macrae (YOG 1996) - Lawyer and Partner at Hall and Wilcox “There were so many opportunities for you to find your way at Yarra.” For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Episode 129: Hilary Senhanli (YOG 1983) "To me, the School motto is about raising your gaze and being aspirational." For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Episode 128: Gordon McLean (YOG 1972) - Regional Manager Sukyo Mahikari, New Zealand "The spirit of Yarra did something - it touched my soul." For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Episode 127: Lisa Tatai (YOG 1991) - Laboratory Assistant, Bionics Institute "I was only at Yarra for VCE, but they were two very good years." For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Episode 126: Ross Emslie (YOG 1971) - Mechanical Engineer "Teachers gave their heart and soul so you could be the best you could be." For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Episode 125: Miranda Sowden (YOG 1982) - HR Director "The school motto is about finding your passion, power and genius." For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Episode 124: Jack Sammann (YOG 2016) - Senior Communications Advisor "Yarra exposes students to different experiences and gives you confidence." For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Episode 123 - Emma Drew (YOG 1992) - Aid Worker "My time at Yarra was a really diverse mix - a nice combination of people." For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Episode 122: Luke Alcock (YOG 1998) "Yarra had a strong sense of connection." For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Episode 121: Tracey Steinrucken (YOG 2004) - CSIRO Research Scientist “I had influential teachers at Yarra who helped shape my career.” For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Episode 120: Gordon Blake (YOG 1981) - Retired Musician "To me the Yarra motto means going beyond the realm where you feel comfortable." For more information please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Episode 119 - Layla Prince (YOG 2021) - Basketballer and Coach "The school motto resonates for me because it's about striving for your dreams and goals." For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Episode 118: Time Gentle (YOG 1993) - Founder, Think.Digital "I just found that inner strength and resilience to stand up and deliver." For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Episode 117 - Adele Thompson (YOG 1994) - Head of Digital Design, Marketing & Sponsorship, Horse in the Box Equestrian "Yarra taught me a lot about myself." For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Episode 116: Jim Corbett (YOG 1982) - Director, Sport and Leisure Solutions “Yarra was a field of dreams in terms of what it offered me.” For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Episode 115: Claire Harrison (YOG 1996) - Philanthropy Manager “The dedication of the staff who put on the musical productions was above and beyond.” For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Episode 114: Martin Watson (YOG 1984) - Managing Director, Bellwether Financial Group "The teachers at Yarra inspired me to pursue my strengths." For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Episode 113: Emma-Rose Parsons (YOG 1998) - Psychologist "My time on stage in drama at Yarra prepared me to present for 1,000 people on stage as a psychologist." For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Episode 112: Derek Chan (YOG 2015) - Writer and Poet "I was quite shy but at Yarra, I came out of my shell and integrated quickly." For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Episode 111: Justin Benson (YOG 1990) - Chief Financial Officer "I like being fluid, constantly learning and trying new things.” For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Episode 110: Izzy Burns (YOG 2016) - Online Community Facilitator "I felt safe to explore who I was at Yarra which helped me become the person I am today.” For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Episode 109: Rhys Jewell (YOG 1992) - Lawyer "Our year level was inspiring - we knew each other well." For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Episode 108: Laura Elliott (YOG 2010) - Principal Solicitor, Victorian Government Solicitor's Office "Teachers were passionate about what they did and that was infectious.” For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Episode 107: Simon Higginbotham (YOG 1974) - Teacher "I've seen a lot of changes since my very first day at Yarra. I think the school is very much about students living the dream.” For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Episode 106: Georgie Swan (YOG 1988) - People & Capability Manager, Officeworks. "Teachers helped us step up and have a go and you can take that with you in anything you do." For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Episode 105: Jack Harper (YOG 2012) - Associate Lecturer in Clinical Exercise, Deakin University "You have to have a drive, purpose and passion each day." For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Episode 104: Pam Burnett (YOG 1987) - Chief Marketing Officer, Independence Australia "Yarra's philosophy was to keep questioning and trying new things." For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Episode 103: Mathew Card (YOG 1990) - Director/Founder: Acoyé, President/Co-Founder: Rethink Recycling Co-op "If you open yourself to opportunity, the more opportunities you will see." For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Episode 102: Daniella Sorace (YOG 2004) - Group Account Director, Kate & Co. PR “I was inspired by the opportunities and networks at Yarra.” For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Episode 101: For this episode we have re-interviewed our first guest from Episode 001, Andy Griffiths (YOG 1979) - Award-winning Australian Children's Author. “Allow yourself to play and fail now and again, because the fails are stepping stones to future success.” For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Episode 100 of the Inspired By Yarra podcast offers a snapshot of bite sized clips from some of the 99 conversations we've had with Yarra Old Grammarians since the podcast first launched in September 2018. Featured YOGs include Dr Chris Fildes (YOG 1971 from Episode 8), Kirsten Jackson (YOG 1987 from Episode 83), Chris Beale (YOG 1999 from Episode 97), Stephanie Puopolo (YOG 2009 from Episode 61), Josh Simmonds (YOG 2013 from Episode 84) and many more. Tune in as we hear from previous guests on the podcast, reflecting on their favorite memories from their time at Yarra Valley Grammar. And listen to a range of quick responses to favorite questions like, ‘What did your lunchbox contain?' and ‘What House were you in during your time at Yarra?' For more information, please go to www.yvg.edu.au/podcast

Episode 99: Rojini Selladurai (YOG 2011) - Product Manager, REA Group "I got involved in as many things as I could, and that helped shape who I am today" For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Episode 98: Yarra Old Grammarians Football Club (YOGFC) Full Episode featuring Chris Beal (YOG 1999), Rob Drew (YOG 2000) & Dean Letson (YOG 2004) For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Episode 97: featuring three leading stars of the Yarra Old Grammarians (YOG) Football Club, Chris Beal (YOG 1999), Rob Drew (YOG 2000) & Dean Letson (YOG 2004). In this episode they answer quick fire questions in what we refer to as our Lightning Round. The next episode will be the full interview with the three YOGs focusing more on the YOG Footy Club! For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Episode 96: David Stevenson (YOG 1994) - General Manager Operations, AFL "Yarra taught me not just to stick to my interests, but to try new things to progress." For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Episode 95: Andrew Siebel (YOG 1995) - Melbourne Data Analytics Platform Manager "I had a passion for Maths and Science and teachers who inspired me." For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast