Talking Inclusion

We talk again with Arden Jarrett, Grace York and Nicci Richman, answering your questions about Neurodiversity.Track 1: Lava Lamp (Blastculture 3:28AM remix)by Phish FunkTrack 2:  Funkby Podington BearTrack 3: Funkby The Rories Track 4: Stargazingby Phish Funk freemusicarchive.org

Welcome to Season 5! Bill and Geordie have a yarn! CREDITS Music Track 1 “Tonight You Belong To Me” by Patience & Prudence Universal Music, 1956 Music Track 2 “Johnny Are You Queer” by Josie Cotton Elektra Records, 1981 Music Track 3 “Bewildered” by Shirley & Lee Manhattan Records, 1960 Audio Byte 1 From the film “Polyester” by John Waters New Line Cinema, 1981 Audio Byte 2 From the film “Cecil B. Demented” by John Waters Artic Productions LLC (and others), 2000 

Song 1O Solo De Maquiby Portron Portron Lopez https://freemusicarchive.org/Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International (CC BY-NC-SA 4.0)Song 2Ô Zéphyrby Portron Portron Lopezhttps://freemusicarchive.org/Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International (CC BY-NC-SA 4.0)Song 3Slinkyby Robert Johnhttps://freemusicarchive.org/Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International (CC BY-NC-SA 4.0) 

We sit down with Glenda Jackson to hear all about her antics, stories and advice from being one of Newcastle's first and best drag queens.MusicShe's One Sweet Show Girl (Es una Chica del Teatro)by Ben Pollack and His Park Central Orcehstra; Belle Mann; Edward Grossman; Ted Wardwww.archive.orgYou Haven't Lived Until You've Played The Palaceby Carol Channing; Jules Munshin; Les Quat' Jeudis; Orchestrawww.archive.orgAnna from Anna_AKA_El Negro Zumbon by André Kostelanetz And His Orchestrawww.archive.org

Our Kate shares a story from her life's journey so far and her battle with mental health and addiction. This being the start of an occasional series where our guests share their mental health stories.This episode deals with mental health and suicidal ideation. If you need help you can call Lifeline on 13 11 14 or visit sane.orgIf you need any help with alcohol you can reach out to turningpoint.org.au or smartrecoveryaustralia.com.auStrings by Another DayLicensed under Attribution-Non Commercial – No Derivatives 4.0 International LicenseW: freemusicarchive.org

As promised: a new series of episodes to answer your questions relating to the important issue of Disability Employment in Australia. For future Q&A episodes with Jospeh please send your questions in via info@hdic.com.au and our good friend Joseph Popov will include a response in future podcast episodes.CreditsSong 1 Paris Gipsy Swing By Dieter van der Westen Licensed under Attrition 4.0 International License W https://freemusicarchive.org/home 

The HDIC Neurodiversity Committee: Nicci Richman, Arden Jarrett and Grace York join us to discuss related topics, share their life experiences and to answer listeners questions on all things Neurodiversity. This being the first episode in a series they will contribute to our show on this topic.CreditsSong 1HoliznaCC0 – “Anxiety”Anxiety by HoliznaCC0 is licensed under a CC0 1.0 Universal License.W: https://freemusicarchive.org/homeSong 2:HoliznaCC0 – “Bikini Bottom”Bikini Bottom by HoliznaCC0 is licensed under a CC0 1.0 Universal License.W: https://freemusicarchive.org/homeSong 3:HoliznaCC0 – “Everything You Ever Dreamed”Everything You Ever Dreamed by HoliznaCC0 is licensed under a CC0 1.0 Universal License.W: https://freemusicarchive.org/home

Bonus EpisodeAs an immigrant kid who grew up in La Perouse in the 1960s and 70s I've had views on the relationship between Indigenous and Anglo-Australians across 7 decades now. In this bonus episode: Geordie has surprised me by capturing my ponderings on White Australia's relationship with First Nations people from clips from our informal recordings. Also, as these clips were recorded earlier in 2022 we also yarn about the potential of the recent Australian Federal Election and the (then upcoming) 2022 Golden Pineapple Awards.Ngubadi Marri.BillTrack 1:“Lonely Ambient” by DelaytapeLicensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike LicenseTrack 2:“Birds and Insects near Dam - Cathedral Ranges” by Sassabyhttps://freesound.org/people/Sassaby/sounds/427877/This work is licensed under the Creative Commons 0 LicensePLUS:“Rain and Thunder” by FlatHillhttps://freesound.org/people/FlatHill/sounds/237729/This work is licensed under the Creative Commons 0 LicenseTrack 3:“Discord” by Nul Tiel RecordsLicensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International License

A conversation with Leigh Creighton recent recipient of the Golden Pineapple for ‘Person of the Year' at the 2022 Hunter Awards for Outstanding Achievement in DEI. It is often said about Leigh that ‘Where he goes the camera follows' ... but it seems the microphone follows him too! A great person doing wonderful work. Sound bite:Building Bridges: A Conversation with Harry BelafonteMimi Rosenberg and Ken NashUsage: Attribution 3.0From The Internet Archive: https://archive.orgSong 1:Irama Gema – “Ignis Fatuus of Ascetism, Resolution and Time”Licensed under an Attribution 4.0 International LicenseSong 2:Maarten Schellekens – “Strijp”Licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International LicenseSong 3:“This Is My World” by SPEAK UP HUNTER (CDAH) and UP&UP(featuring Leigh Creighton)See the music video at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eWH2Y1HkAv0

Declan Edwards is the founder of the personal happiness coaching and workplace happiness consulting firm BU Happiness. Here he chats with Sharni Campbell about his work and aspirations. Declan is uplifting! He invigorates and energises any room he enters! A beautiful human who creates happiness through his personality, character and important works. Enjoy!MUSICTrack1Dan Brasco: “For the Poor”“For the Poor” by Dan Brasco is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives(aka Music Sharing) 3.0 International License.Track 2Lobo Loco: “Sunny Palm Beach”Lobo Loco is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 InternationalLicense.Track 3“Happiness”by Edmundo Ros and His OrchestraPublication date 1952Internet Archive

In this episode we are pleased to have our friend Iman Mohammed from the Mayfield Mosque back for series three! A true Community Leader and a person of wisdom, love and kindness. In this episode we chat about the holy festival of Ramadan, our shared interest in relaunching the Hunter Diversity Festival and much more!MUSIC:“Deeply Inside – Ohne Beats” by Lobo LocoLicensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0International Licensewww.freemusicarchive.org

Damien Linnane saw prison as an opportunity to pursue writing fiction and also teach himself how to draw. He is now a published novelist and a contracted illustrator. He is also an activist for the rights of those in incarceration and a fellow podcaster (not to mention: a very fine person indeed!)LINKS TO DAMIEN'S CONTENT:Website: https://www.damienlinnane.comBOOKS:‘Scarred' by Damien Linnanehttps://www.booktopia.com.au/scarred-damien-linnane/book/9780648480242.html‘This Is Ear Hustle' by Nigel Poor and Earlonne Woodshttps://www.amazon.com/This-Ear-Hustle-Unflinching-Everyday/dp/B08V79SKC3PODCAST:‘Broken Chains' by Damien Linnanehttps://www.newcastle.nsw.gov.au/library/experience/online-programs/librarypodcasts?feed=newsART: https://www.damienlinnane.com/artMUSIC:All music in this episode is by the amazing PISTOL JAZZ from Japan. “Pistol jazz is an instrumental band (violence, beauty) expressing the energy of life with avant-garde music.”‘Black Maria' by Pistol JazzLicensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International Licensehttps://freemusicarchive.org/music/Pistol_Jazz/Chic/black_maria‘Ibiza' by Pistol JazzLicensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International Licensehttps://freemusicarchive.org/music/Pistol_Jazz/Chic/ibiza_1007

Our future Federal Minister for Social Services: Joseph Popov (Let's start with Workplace Disability Employment Standards). Our idea of a good time is hanging out with friend Joseph Popov. His knowledge of all things relating to Disability-related legislation and social policy is immense! He's also an acutely intelligent person with an infectious humor. Joseph's blogs can be accessed via:LINKS TO BLOG CONTENT:The National Disability Strategy and its Relationship to Employment - https://www.karenansen.com/post/the-national-disability-strategy-and-its-relationship-to-employmentDRC Part 2: Understanding employment barriers for those with disabilities - https://www.karenansen.com/post/disability-royal-commission-part-2-understanding-employment-barriers-for-those-with-disabilitiesDRC Part 3: Recommended Changes to Improve Employment Outcomes – https://www.karenansen.com/post/drc-part-3-recommended-changes-by-people-with-disabilities-to-improve-employment-outcomesEmploying People with Disabilities - A guide to employer initiatives - https://www.karenansen.com/post/employing-people-with-disabilities-a-guide-to-employer-initiativesAustralian Human Rights Commission Report on ‘Ageism': How does employment play a part? - https://www.karenansen.com/post/australian-human-rights-commission-report-on-ageism-how-does-employment-play-a-partMUSIC:“Joika” by LONELY PUNKLicensed under Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International (CC BY-SA 4.0) https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Lonely_Punk/Instrumentals_EP/Lonely_Punk_-_02_-_Joika“Lesgi” by TURKU, NOMADS OF THE SILK ROADLicensed under Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US) https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Turku_Nomads_of_the_Silk_Road/Nomads_of_the_Silk_Road/10_Lesgi“Improv@halas.am” by HAGGAI FERSHTMANLicensed under Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Haggai_Fershtman/Experimental_Israel/EI_Haggai_Ferstman_improv1

An enlightening and illuminating conversation with Nicci RichmanNicci works tirelessly to build the next generation of workplaces where all people can thrive in their authenticity. She is a true Leader in enabling greater Diversity and Inclusion in the Hunter. Loving and brave her work to ensure equity and belonging for neurodivergent people is to be acknowledged and celebrated.LINKS TO NICCI'S CONTENT:Website: https://www.audir.com.auFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AudirPeopleLinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/company/audirMUSIC:Passing Fields by QUANTUM JAZZLicensed under Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported (CC BY-SA 3.0)https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Quantum_Jazz/End_of_Line

With our guest Sharni Campbell we talk about the many DEI related events occurring in the Hunter Region over the next few months: including the HDIC ‘Awards for Outstanding Achievement in DEI in the Hunter Region' which takes place this year on 10th June at the 48 Watt St. Theatre.MUSIC:“Antalyanin Mor Uzumu” by Turku, Nomads of the Silk RoadLicense: Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0)W: freemusicarchive.org“Mahaba Wa Taka Nini” by The Sounds of TaraabLicense: Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 3.0 United States (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 US)W: freemusicarchive.org“-Bir Demet Yasemen” by Turku, Nomads of the Silk RoadLicense: Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0)W: freemusicarchive.org“Snakecharmer, Jaipur” by Samuel CorwinLicense: Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0)W: freemusicarchive.orgLINKS:HDIC is on LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/company/hunter-diversity-inclusion-collective

Michelle from ‘Being More Human' joins us for an insightful and invigorating discussion about: the prevailing goodness of human beings, chaos theory as it applies to organisations,  the failings of command and control leadership, diversity and inclusion and being motivated by Love (not fear) and a whole lot more!Whilst Geordie and Bill bid farewell to 2021 our discussion with Michelle is a positive and inspirational way to prepare us all for the inevitable change and evolution which will present itself in 2022.NGUBADI MARRI (Big Love)LINKS TO MICHELLE'S CONTENT:Website: https://www.beingmorehuman.com.auResources: https://www.beingmorehuman.com.au/storeBook: https://www.beingmorehuman.com.au/offers/xiHbWkFL/checkoutLinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/michellecrawford163MUSIC:Old River Boat by Lobo LocoLicensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International Licensehttps://freemusicarchive.org/music/Lobo_Loco/who-made-you/old-river-boat-id-1368Welcome Home by Silicon TransmitterLicensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike Licensehttps://freemusicarchive.org/music/Silicon_Transmitter/Additives/Welcome_Home_1073Secret Service by DadalaLicensed under an Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike Licensehttps://www.panyrosasdiscos.org/pyr210-dadala-the-executive-suite/SOUND BITES USED:Internet ArchiveEmma Bauer: "Why I Need Feminism"Licensed under an Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike LicenseInternet ArchiveGermaine Greer in debate after publication of 'Female Eunuch', 1971Licensed under an Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike License

Born in Camden NSW Stuart studied a Bachelor of Applied Science in Coastal Resource Management along with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Media Studies. His careers have been impacted through the onset of mental illness at the age of 27. Published songwriter through the Australian Performing Arts Association (Twenty Years to Gain) Stuart has demonstrated resilience and understanding and offers insight towards a life-long-lived with bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. A Father of two children he lives a simple life in the Hunter Valley as an active family member and creative. A man of many talents but no particular calling Stuart's melodies, lyrics and paintings are a result of simple self-help therapies visualized and orchestrated through his unique skillset, compassionate nature and deep insight.MUSIC:“DREAMING”Written & performed by Stuart Fleming“Twenty Years To Gain”Written & performed by Stuart Fleming https://www.reverbnation.com/StuartJamesFleming007“Drive” by ScanglobeAttribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International (CC BY-NC 4.0) W: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scanglobe“Undulation” by ScanglobeAttribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International (CC BY-NC 4.0) W: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/ScanglobeSCANGLOBE https://freemusicarchive.org/music/ScanglobeCURATOR: Nul Tiel Records WEB SITE: https://nultielrecords.blogspot.com/LINKS:Stuart's book: https://www.dropbox.com/s/tmb3g1tfs5sbwga/Stuart%20F%20Podcast.mp3?dl=0Stuart's music: https://www.reverbnation.com/StuartJamesFleming007Stuart's Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/tar.fleming

What's Going on in DEI?Geordie and Bill kick off their post-Covid lockdown podcast series with an open-ended chat about a range of related topics including:Our Prime Minister and new NSW PremierFuture podcasts topics/styleCurrent employment practice in the HunterDEI enlightened forms of recruitmentFoster careHomelessnessAddictionDomestic ViolenceTaboo topics in the Hunter (White Privilege, Islamic faith, Domestic Violence, Ageism), Soul CafeAged Care/Disability ‘support' through Centrelink etcWe also acknowledge current, positive DEI initiatives taking place in the Hunter by the organisations: City of Newcastle Council, MGA Thermal and SC People.NGUBADI MARRI (Big Love)Music and poetry in order of appearance:“Irezumi” by Pistol JazzFrom the album “Chic”Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs 4.0 Internationalhttps://archive.org/details/PistolJazz-Chic “Ibiza” by Pistol JazzFrom the album “Chic”Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs 4.0 Internationalhttps://archive.org/details/PistolJazz-Chic “Dr Hackenbush” by Groucho MarxTaken from the Birdseye Open House performanceAttribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs 4.0 Internationalhttps://archive.org/details/Birdseye_Open_House_Groucho_Marx “Winter Snow” by Pistol JazzFrom the album “Chic”Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs 4.0 Internationalhttps://archive.org/details/PistolJazz-Chic “Black Maria” by Pistol JazzFrom the album “Chic”Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs 4.0 Internationalhttps://archive.org/details/PistolJazz-Chic Poem reading:“Son of Mine” by Oodgeroo NoonuccalRead from the book, “FIRE FRONT: First Nations Poetry and Power Today”Edited by Alison WhittakerPublished by University of Queensland Press (UQP), 2020 “Swallow” by Pistol JazzFrom the album “Chic”Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs 4.0 Internationalhttps://archive.org/details/PistolJazz-Chic About PISTOL JAZZ:Japanese group Pistol Jazz is an instrumental ensemble (Violence! Beauty! Vision!) expressing the energy of life through avant-garde music.https://www.instagram.com/pistoljazz/?hl=en 

In this Episode we meet Grace York a Neurodivergent woman (with a lived experience of ADHD), Psychology Honors Student, Disability Supports Coordinator and Environmentalist. We yarn about her insights and knowledge of ADHD, her life journey to Newcastle and Psychology, and the Golden Pineapple Awards night. Oh Yes! And we do lots of Talking Inclusion!This episode includes the music:‘Area' by Silicon Transmitter‘Jazz Suite No2: VI Waltz 2' Shostakovich‘Trapper John' Lobo Loco

Introducing Sharni Campbell: Co-Founder of the Hunter Diversity and Inclusion Collective, Host of the recent Golden Pineapple Awards, renowned Talent Acquisition Specialist, and a truly fabulous person. Sharni and Bill reflect on their views on equity and equal opportunity in our local employment market, the lost art of workforce planning, the link between diversity and innovation/fun, how Millennials will lead us to a more inclusive future, and lots lots more!The episode includes music tracks by Dadala: ‘It So Happens' and ‘Secret Service'.NGUBADI MARRI

It was a great pleasure for Geordie and I to catch-up for a yarn with the wonderful Timothy Jackson. We are big fans of his Drag Queen character ‘Timberlina' and it was great to hear all about her life and journey. Timberlina recently received the ‘Community Initiative' Award for Outstanding Achievement in Diversity and Inclusion at the 2021 Golden Pineapples, not the least for her ‘Rainbow Storylines' Shows for Kids (in partnership with our local Councils). Timothy is a wise fellow who offers our listeners timely advice about acceptance, self-expression and fun! This episode also features the music: ‘Area' by Silicon Transmitter & ‘Sidelines' by local band Doris. NGUBADI MARRI

M+15 To kick-off Series 2 Geordie and Bill reflect upon Series 1 and spill the beans on their intentions for the new series. Speaking to the need for our Community to ‘brake it in order to fix it' and calling out the bull$&@! associated with the current ‘on trend' nature of the conversations around Diversity and Inclusion, the boys also warn us that Series 2 will be less polite than its predecessor, and probably a bit edgy! This episode includes music by: The Clash (Sean Flynn) and PIL (Rise) and an introduction to Rose Flannery (from Singleton) and her song ‘Bones'. Also included are snippets from the John Waters Movies: Female Trouble, Serial Mom and Polyester and additional music by Kevin Macleod

In this episode we meet Ed Abbott who shares this journey from Dunedoo, to the Newcastle Pride Festival and a career in Media and Communications. We learn about the Festival's plans for 2021 and the positive vibes around the LGBTQI community in the Hunter. With a special appearance from Jet the Dog, we also introduce local band Chop who we would describe as ‘Punk/RAP/Screamer'. 

In our latest episode we meet Iman of the Islamic Centre Newcastle, Mohammad, who shares with us: the history of the Centre and the essence of the Islamic faith. His chat with Bill takes us to an understanding that all faiths share the same principles of Love, Forgiveness and Humility

Stuart McMinn is a descendant of the Dharug and Waka Waka people who works with school students, corporate and public organisations teaching Indigenous culture, dance, spirituality and traditional ways of being. Our yarn with Stuart was a blessing, and it is with joy that Geordie and I share the experience with you in Episode Five of Series One (with this episode's musical introduction being with Chloe Parker from Speers Point).

In this episode, we meet Steve Ripley, a deafblind person and learn about his journey and experiences. Steve is a wonderful communicator and you will value his wisdom, wit, charm and insights. Steve helps us understand that access and involvement are as important as inclusion, and shares many enjoyable stories along the way. Also, in our episode Extras, we introduce local band ‘Boycott' who are currently studying at the Hunter Performing Arts School.

In this episode, Bill speaks with Maree, a woman of short stature.  She tells us her life story starting with being born in a rural NSW town.  

In this episode we meet Stella Umeh and hear her journey (as a person of colour) from Canada, to University in the USA, to the Olympics, to Cirque de'Sole to Newcastle. Stella is a great story teller and her story is timely as the ‘Black Lives Matter' conversation takes place across the globe. We hope you enjoy meeting Stella as much as Bill and Producer Geordie Anderson  did in her Charlestown home.

Bill Armstrong, a diversity and inclusion advocate and the host of the Talking Inclusion podcast gives an overview and background as to why he started the Hunter Diversity and Inclusion Collective.  He discusses what made him embark on this podcast journey and is joined by podcast enthusiast, music lover and our podcast producer Geordie.