Podcasts about Deakin University

Meet Uchitha Wijesekara (AKA Cheets), Founder and Content Creator behind TypeMedia.TypeMedia boasts over 100k followers across Instagram and TikTok, collaborated on posts with Travis Head, and has done brand deals with the AFL, Kayo Sports, Royal Stacks, Toyota and more.But before before Cheets became a full-time creator, he graduated from a criminology degree and began a career in social work, editing videos in his spare time.Eventually his skills got good enough that SportsBet hired him, where he spent nearly 4 years travelling to events like the FIFA World Cup, the Ashes, Border-Gavaskar Trophy in India… and creating content along the way.Now, he's gone full-time with Type and shares everything that goes into the page you see today.If you want to work in social media in sport, or just want to understand the content world better, you're going to love this chat with Cheets.We Cover:(03:49) - Interview begins (05:46) - How did Cheets land his collaboration with the AFL?(09:06) - Quickfire questions(18:30) - How Cheets collaborated on a World Cup Final post with Travis Head(30:32) - How did Cheets turn his social work career into a content creation one?(36:03) - How Cheets got hired by Sportsbet(40:51) - Creative process and editing hacks(51:47) - Challenges with being a creator of colour in the AFL industry(01:03:12) - Transition from Sportsbet to TYPEMedia full-time(01:16:48) - What Cheets would do differently if he was a Head of Content at an AFL club(01:26:00) - What Cheets would do differently if he was starting from scratch in 2025If you like this ep, give these a go next:#325: Freelance sports media professional | Brody Burrows#302: Paris 2024 Content Creator | Stella Barry#286: GWS Giants Head of Content | Jacob GaynorWant a job in sport? Click here.Follow SportsGrad on socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | TikTokFollow Reuben on socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | TikTokBig thanks to Deakin University for making this episode possible. Check out their Master of Sport Management, ranked #1 in Australia.Thanks for listening, much love! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Israel has launched an unprecedented airstrike in Doha, Qatar, targeting Hamas leaders gathered to discuss a US-brokered ceasefire proposal. While several lower-ranking Hamas members were killed, Hamas insists its top leadership survived. The move has drawn sharp international condemnation, with Qatar calling it a grave breach of sovereignty, the UN warning of dangerous escalation, and Gulf partners questioning U.S. reliability. Central to the fallout is whether the US had prior knowledge and whether Israel’s actions represent a strategic miscalculation or a deliberate gamble. On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Prof Shahram Akbarzadeh, Director, Middle East Studies Forum, Deakin University, to find out more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matthew Ricketson, Professor of communication at Deakin University

To unpack the impacts of cancer rates skyrocketing in young people, Producer Jaspar McCahon-Boersma talks with hosts Dani Zhang and Tanita Razaghi, with audio from Rare Cancer Australia CEO Christine Cockburn. A major campaign is slowly gaining momentum across New South Wales, calling on the state’s criminal justice system to provide extra support for victim-survivors of sexual violence. To dive deeper into the topic, Jacinta Masters, the Campaign Manager at Fair Agenda, joins the show. For decades, sport’s been treated as a no-go zone for politics, a place to escape the world, not confront it. But that’s changing. Dr Kasey Symons, lecturer in Sports Media at Deakin University and co-founder of women in sport collective, Siren, breaks down the changes in sports and politics. As neo-nazis become increasingly visible on streets all around Australia, producer Emilios Kwasner-Catsivelakis takes a look at the psychology of radical political views. And Crystal Andrews, founder of publication Zee Feed and author of the essay ‘Let’s Not Give Conservative Politicians The Power of Becoming a Meme’ joins us to talk the memefication of right wing figures. This episode of Backchat was hosted by Dani Zhang and Tanita Razaghi, and produced by Holly Payne, Gabriella Accaria, Jaspar McCahon Borsema, Jordan Santander, Olivia Nunes-Malek and Emil Kwasner-Catsivelakis. Executive Produced by Holly Payne. Aired 6 September on Gadigal Land. Want to support our show? Follow us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, leave us a five star review, and share an episode with a friend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coming up on the show today is President of the Hawthorn Football Club, Andy Gowers.Andy is an AFL premiership player who played 140 games across Hawthorn and Brisbane, including Hawthorn's 1991 Grand Final win. After retiring from the AFL, he transitioned into the corporate world with a successful career in wealth management, before returning to the Hawks as Football Director from 2014 - 2017, helping to win 2 premierships and completing the historic “three-peat”.In 2022, Andy was elected President of Hawthorn, stepping in during a complex and challenging period for the club - including strained relationships with some of its Indigenous players - and taking on the responsibility of restoring unity and trust within the club community.He now leads the Hawks into a new chapter, overseeing major projects like the World-class facility, the Kennedy Community Centre, while building up the culture of “The Family Club”.If you want to learn what goes on at the very top of an AFL club, the role of President, and Andy's career journey, how to lead a football club off the field, or how to combine your business and sporting passions, you'll love this episode.If you like this ep, give these a go next:#226: Football Australia Chairman | Chris Nikou#217: ICC T20 World Cup CEO | Michelle Enright#187: Netball Australia CEO | Kelly RyanWant a job in sport? Click here.Follow SportsGrad on socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | TikTok Follow Reuben on socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | TikTokBig thanks to Deakin University for making this episode possible. Check out their Master of Sport Management, ranked #1 in Australia.Thanks for listening, much love! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Following anti-immigration protests across the country, we’re looking at what’s driving the rise of extremist groups, and whether they're a growing threat to our communities. Plus, bad news for our hayfever friends out there... the season is back, and depending where you live, worse than ever. And in headlines today, Police believe accused gunman Dezi Freeman is still alive and that they possibly know where he is hiding; Housing affordability has dropped to a 20-year low, but first-home buyers are still finding ways to get into the market; A woman branded as the "Ketamine Queen" has pleaded guilty to selling Matthew Perry the drug that killed the Friends star; North Korean dictator Kim Jong-un and Russian President Vladimir Putin were among high-profile leaders in Beijing for a parade marking the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second Sino-Japanese War and World War II; Authorities in Florida have announced that they are working to become the first US state to remove childhood vaccine mandates, a public health policy that has kept children safe from infectious diseases for decades; Bruce Willis’ wife Emma Hemming Willis has defended the family’s difficult decision to move Bruce into his own homeTHE END BITS Our new podcast Watch Party is out now, listen to our deep-dive into The Thursday Murder Club movie on Apple or Spotify. Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Listen to Morning Tea celebrity headlines here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy Guest: Josh Roose, Associate Professor of Politics at Deakin University. Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Israel intensifies its operations in the Gaza Strip, two of the most significant Christian leaders have declared their priests and nuns will not leave their congregations in Gaza City. In churches and church compounds nuns and clergy continue to care for vulnerable people with disabilities, and shelter those made homeless by the Israeli bombing.The Roman Catholic and Greek Orthodox patriarchs of Jerusalem, Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzabella and Theophilos III, have described the forced relocation of the city's residents as akin to a “death sentence”. Professor BENJAMIN ISAKHAN of Deakin University researches the plight of religious minorities in the region.GUEST:Benjamin Isakhan is Australian Research Council Future Fellow in the Alfred Deakin Institute and Professor of International Politics in the School of Humanities and Social Sciences at Deakin University

As Israel intensifies its operations in the Gaza Strip, two of the most significant Christian leaders have declared their priests and nuns will not leave their congregations in Gaza City. The Roman Catholic and Greek Orthodox patriarchs of Jerusalem, Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzabella and Theophilos III, have described the forced relocation of the city's residents as akin to a “death sentence”. Professor BENJAMIN ISAKHAN of Deakin University researches the plight of religious minorities in the region.Just how liberal do you have to be to be thrown out of the very permissive Episcopal Church in the United States? That's what's happened to one minister, whose name is Hunt Priest. He's been defrocked for dabbling in psychedelic drugs. The church says he crossed the line by advocating the illegal use of drugs. KATHRYN POST of the Religion News Service has been following the story.For many, stargazing means swooning over the latest song, tweet, or Instagram post from Taylor Swift. But for Jesuit brother GUY CONSOLMAGNO, it's – almost – a search for the heavens. He's about to finish a ten-year term as director of the Vatican Observatory. Br Guy, who has science degrees from Harvard and Massachusetts Institute of Technology, is the Pope's astronomer. GUESTS:Benjamin Isakhan is Australian Research Council Future Fellow in the Alfred Deakin Institute and Professor of International Politics in the School of Humanities and Social Sciences at Deakin UniversityKathryn Post is a journalist from the Religious News Service who wrote a piece on Hunt PriestBrother Guy Consolmagno is an American research astronomer, physicist, religious brother, director of the Vatican Observatory

Benjamin Isakhan is just back from Erbil in Kurdistan.  He attended a conference on the genocide of the Yazidi people at the hands of Islamic State in Iraq. GUEST:Benjamin Isakhan is Australian Research Council Future Fellow in the Alfred Deakin Institute and Professor of International Politics in the School of Humanities and Social Sciences at Deakin University

Le manifestazioni che hanno portato in piazza migliaia di persone unite dalla richiesta di uno stop all'immigrazione, riflettono una tensione e un disagio sociale crescenti e l'assenza di risposte politiche concrete ai bisogni e alle paure degli australiani, secondo Matteo Vergani, professore associato alla Deakin University ed esperto di crimini d'odio.

A new report from Deakin University has revealed that schoolteachers are facing significantly higher levels of stress and burnout compared to the national average.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your gut and your brain talk more than you realise and it could shape your postpartum mental health.Postpartum can be both beautiful and overwhelming. While many mums expect sleepless nights and endless nappies, few are prepared for how much their mental health can be affected. Research is now showing that what we eat plays a role in how we feel, and that's where today's conversation begins.In this episode Dr Renee White speaks with Meghan Hockey, an Accredited Practising Dietitian and mum of two, who specialises in the link between nutrition and mental health. Meghan completed her PhD in Nutritional Psychiatry with Deakin University's Food & Mood Centre and has published over 20 peer-reviewed papers in the field. Through her online clinic, she helps people manage anxiety, low mood, postpartum depression and gut health concerns with practical, evidence-based strategies.You'll hear aboutHow the gut–brain connection influences postpartum depressionWhat the science currently tells us about nutrition and mental healthKey foods that may help support mood and recoverySimple, realistic ways to nourish yourself as a new mumWhy small, sustainable changes are more effective than aiming for perfectionThis episode is a reminder that nutrition isn't about strict rules or diets, but one tool that can support your mental health alongside sleep, support and medical care.Resources and Links:

The implications of Australia severing ties with Iran are potentially serious. The Iranian ambassador Ahmad Sadeghi  has been given seven days to leave after ASIO identified Iran as being behind at least two of the anti-Semitic attacks seen in Australia since October 7, 2023. Dr Ali Mamouri speaks to Andrew about the implications of the move by the Australian government.ANDIn 2000, at a secret meeting in the Vatican, an Australian bishop warned a deluge would soon overwhelm the Catholic Church. The sex abuse crisis would become the greatest challenge to the authority and reputation of the Vatican since the Protestant Reformation almost 500 years earlier. But this warning went largely unheeded. It's another revelation in the new book, Jesus Wept: Seven Popes and the Battle for the Soul of the Catholic Church, by Philip Shenon. In part 2 of this interview, we look at how the scandal enveloped three popes (but we begin with another controversy for then Pope John Paul II). GUESTS:Dr Ali Mamouri research fellow at Deakin University specialising in Middle Eastern studies and political Islam and author of this piece in The Conversation  Philip Shenon – investigative reporter and author of Jesus Wept: Seven Popes and the Battle for the Soul of the Catholic ChurchThis program was made on the land of the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation and Naarm

The implications of Australia severing ties with Iran are potentially serious. The Iranian ambassador Ahmad Sadeghi  has been given seven days to leave after ASIO identified Iran as being behind at least two of the anti-Semitic attacks seen in Australia since October 7, 2023. Dr Ali Mamouri speaks to us about the implications of the move by the Australian government and what the Iranians would gain if the claims by ASIO are true.GUEST:Dr Ali Mamouri is research fellow at Deakin University specialising in Middle Eastern studies and political Islam and author of this piece in The Conversation  

The spy agency ASIO has revealed Iran orchestrated at least two antisemitic attacks in Australia last year and now all ties with Tehran have been cut.  The attacks in Sydney and Melbourne terrified the Jewish community and were aimed at undermining social cohesion. Now the Iranian ambassador has been expelled and Australian diplomatic staff have quickly left Iran. Today, Greg Barton, professor of Global Islamic Politics on why Iran would order these attacks and what could happen next. Featured: Greg Barton, professor of Global Islamic Politics at Deakin University

Most people living in Australia live near the coast, but many of us who don't work in marine science can be disconnected from what's happening in the ocean and our role in protecting it.That's why there's a growing body of research, advocacy and education work aiming to build our ocean literacy, both locally and all around the world.Dr Prue Francis, a senior lecturer in marine science at Deakin University, joins us to explain how scientists, educators and artists are working together to achieve this, and how we can help inspire a new generation of marine stewards.You can keep up to date with Prue's work at www.pruefrancis.com  

I'm a new fan! She and I have a great convo on health and wellness, Here book is valled Fabulous Health: A Simple Plan to get well and stay well. Got to amazon and other places you find books! Terri Chrisman is a board-certified nutritionist with the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, a dynamic speaker, podcaster, and author. With a Master's in Human Nutrition from Deakin University and a background in Sport and Exercise, she blends scientific research with practical guidance to empower people toward vibrant, sustainable wellness . As the founder of the Fabulous Health Show podcast and the FabulousHealth.net community, Terri shares actionable strategies for thriving—not just surviving—by reclaiming energy, preventing chronic disease, and embracing whole-food, plant-based living.

In this episode, Rob sits down with Trisha Jha, a policy analyst at the Centre for Independent Studies, to explore the relationship between liberalism and education. They discuss how liberal principles, like individual freedom, pluralism, and limited government, may require an educated population to survive.  Trisha Jha is a Research Fellow in the Education program, where she leads a stream of work on the science of learning, as well as projects on school improvement and educational policy. Trisha has previously had roles as a secondary teacher, including through the Teach for Australia program, in state and independent schools in regional Victoria. She has also worked as a senior policy adviser to opposition leaders in Victoria. She holds a Masters of Teaching with a specialisation in Research from Deakin University and a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations from the Australian National University.

Join co-hosts Jo Weston and Emily Mannix each week for BackStoppers: The Podcast presented by Deakin University. Get a sneak peek into their lives as they talk about everything from netball to their dogs!

PM Anthony Albanese has announced Australia will formally recognise a Palestinian state at the UN General Assembly in September. The move involves a number of conditions, including not allowing terror group Hamas to play any role in future governance. In this episode of The Briefing, Natarsha Belling is joined by political expert Josh Roose from Deakin University to unpack what this historic move means for Australia, our alliance with the US and lasting peace in the Middle East. Headlines: Five Al Jazeera employees have been killed in a targeted Israeli air strike in Gaza, The Guardian says the Labor Government has hired Deloitte to design a plan for universal childcare, and a meteor shower in Victoria. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @thebriefingpodInstagram: @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Associate Professor of Politics at Deakin University, Joshua Roose, says the protest is indicative of "a broader issue of what's going on in our democracy".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Yongjun Tan, professor of applied electrochemistry and corrosion technologies at Australia's Deakin University, shares insights pertaining to his group's award-winning technology. As a patent-pending, closed-loop smart cathodic protection (CP) technology, the system employs a localized corrosion probe to perform in-situ monitoring of localized corrosion. It then uses corrosion monitoring data to smartly adjust and closed-loop control the CP potential/current.

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Spencer Roberts, a researcher at Deakin University, to dive deep into his recent paper: “A systematic review and meta-analysis of sleep following mild traumatic brain injury: A synthesis of the literature according to age and time since injury.” Together, we unpack the complexities of sleep disruption after mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) and what the latest science is telling us.   Episode Highlights – What We Discuss What the systematic review investigates and the range of populations it covers. Who is at risk of mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) and the difficulties in identifying these individuals. What defines a mild traumatic brain injury and how mTBI is diagnosed. The role of instrumented mouthguards in improving concussion detection and data collection. The difference between objective and subjective sleep measures and why objective data is difficult to collect. Whether sleep is impacted by mTBI – the central question addressed in the review. How the data was categorised for the review. Key findings from the meta-analysis, and how the team handled the complexity of synthesising multiple studies. The challenges in identifying the cause of sleep disturbances post-mTBI and measuring them accurately. Reflections on the scientific process – the ups, downs, and unexpected joys of research. Major takeaways for researchers and clinicians, including opportunities for future work in concussion and sleep research.   This episode is a must for those with an interest in concussion, sleep, and recovery outcomes. Dr. Spencer Roberts is focused on characterising athletes' sleep behaviours, and examining the value of sleep for mitigating the risks and consequences of sport-related concussion.   Research Paper: A systematic review and meta-analysis of sleep following mild traumatic brain injury: A synthesis of the literature according to age and time-since-injury - PubMed Deakin Profile: Spencer Roberts Profile | Deakin University LinkedIn: Dr. Spencer Roberts

Join co-hosts Jo Weston and Emily Mannix each week for BackStoppers: The Podcast presented by Deakin University. Get a sneak peek into their lives as they talk about everything from netball to their dogs!

Want a job in sport? Click here.Welcome to the SportsGrad Podcast, hosted by Reuben Williams, ex-Cricket Australia employee, career coach, public speaker, content creator and Founder of SportsGrad. On this podcast you'll hear how to find your perfect role, grow your network, win job applications, scale your personal brand, create opportunities for yourself, and land your dream job in sport. Plus the many failures and lessons Reuben has learned from landing a dream job before graduating, helping others to land 700+ jobs in sport, and interviewing over 300+ professionals from the NFL, NBA, AFL, ICC, Cricket Australia, Premier League, Olympics, and many more teams, leagues, agencies and startups.To learn more about Reuben, listen to this episode: #309: How I landed a dream job at Cricket Australia before graduating | Reuben WilliamsFollow SportsGrad on socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | TikTok Follow Reuben on socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | TikTokBig thanks to Deakin University for making this episode possible. Check out their Master of Sport Management, ranked #1 in Australia.Thanks for listening, much love! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, our guest is Andrea La Nauze, an energy and environmental economist at Deakin University. Andrea discusses her research on Australia's Virtual Energy Network, which allows households to trade excess rooftop solar energy. She explains how pricing can shift energy use patterns and reduce reliance on batteries, and explores the role of behavior, peer influence, and incentives in clean energy adoption. Please join to find more: Connect with Sohail Hasnie: Facebook @sohailhasnie X (Twitter) @shasnie LinkedIn @shasnie ADB Blog Sohail Hasnie YouTube @energypreneurs Instagram @energypreneurs Tiktok @energypreneurs Spotify Video @energypreneurs

Dr. T and Truth Fairy welcome guest Dr. Emily Tunks, Founder of Embody Being and Research Trial Psychedelics Assisted Psychotherapist, to the podcast to explore her work in MDMA-assisted psychotherapy for first responders and her passion for understanding potential somatic implications of psychedelic medicines. Dr. Tunks shares her experience and knowledge regarding therapist support and well-being, and discusses the need for integrating Indigenous wisdom into psychedelic research.   The conversation explores somatic and relational foundations in psychedelic therapy, and Dr. Tonks emphasizes the importance of somatic psychotherapy and relational depth in supporting clients through expanded states of consciousness. She advocates for an approach where nervous system regulation, co-regulation, and attachment repair are key components, especially when working with medicines like MDMA and psilocybin. Dr. Tunks questions the fixation on mystical experiences as therapeutic benchmarks. Instead, she proposes measuring success through the quality of the relational field, the client's safety, and their capacity to experience nourishment and trust.Dr. T and Truth Fairy discuss the therapist's experience with Dr. Tunks, especially in the areas of burnout, well-being, and regulation. They highlight the need for therapist preparation, including their own embodiment practices, peer support, and supervised exposure to non-ordinary states. Dr. Tunks identifies something called the “trough of disillusionment,” which she explains as the time where hype around psychedelics comes face-to-face with the reality of systemic limitations and poor trial design. There is a need to mature the movement and deepen ethics, which Dr. T and Truth Fairy address with Dr. Tunks.“You know you have contact highs, as you said, if you've done a work… if you have some neurodiversion in there. If you've got some, hopefully, some intuition. We are going to feel stuff. We are going to have contact highs and we're going to have trauma lows, and being able to hold relationships, you know, in a way that will also meet regulatory standards. Let's not forget that when we're working above ground, we have to always be able to justify our behavior to sometimes people who have never had a therapy session in their life, like our medical boards, our registration boards. They are in an old paradigm.” - Dr. Emily Tunks About Dr. Emily Tunks:Emily aims to support individuals understand their whole selves, body and mind, so that their health, relationships and life purpose may thrive, in spite of physical set-backs and ongoing challenges.Emily co-majored in Psychology and Psychophysiology at Swinburne University, and after obtaining first class honours, she was awarded a full scholarship to complete a Doctorate of Psychology (Health) at Deakin University. Her doctoral qualitative research investigated Australian specialists' attitudes and practices of end-of-life care and organ donation, which was published in a high impact, international SAGE scientific journal: Journal of Health Psychology (under previous name: E. Macvean). Emily is a member of the Australian Association of Psychologists Inc. and is endorsed in Health Psychology (AHPRA). She maintains a commitment to excellence through researching best-practice techniques and her strong understanding of health psychology, clinical psychology, attachment, physiology, somatic (body) psychotherapy, psychodynamic psychotherapy, ecotherapy and psychoneuroimmunology. Both in session and outside, Emily draws on her modern practice of Eastern contemplation traditions and is a graduate of Hakomi Somatic Psychotherapy professional training.Emily is honoured to be a co-therapist in several local and international clinical research trials for Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy (psilocybin with depression at Swinburne University and MDMA with PTSD at Monash University, collaborating with MAPS). In preparation for this humbling work, Emily continues to train extensively with several leading international PAP and trauma experts, local PAP integration and somatic psychotherapists. She deeply respects the healing potential of “non-ordinary” states of consciousness but most importantly, their safe, ethical, and practical integration.In addition to private clinical work, Emily has over a decade of multidisciplinary team experience in world-leading pain management and chronic illness hospital units, rehabilitation units, community health settings and university lecturing.Contact Dr. Emily Tunks:Website: EmbodyBeing.com.auLinkedIn: DrEmilyTunks__Resources discussed in this episode:Ram Dass“Becoming Somebody Before Becoming Nobody: Somatic and Relational Approaches to MDMA-assisted Psychotherapy”__Contact Punk Therapy:Patreon: Patreon.com/PunkTherapyWebsite: PunkTherapy.comEmail: info@punktherapy.com Contact Truth Fairy: Email: Truth@PunkTherapy.com

This episode explores how masculinity, identity, and marginalisation can drive young men toward political and religious extremism. Drawing on research with Australian Muslims and broader work on the “Manosphere,” the conversation covers honour cultures, online radicalisation, misogyny, and the emotional undercurrents linking movements from jihadism to the far right. Also discussed: the social impact of economic stagnation, and how healthier models of masculinity might offer a way forward. Dr Joshua Roose is a political sociologist and Associate Professor at Deakin University, specialising in religion, political violence, and male identity. His work combines ethnographic research with policy insight to examine the forces shaping extremism in contemporary societies. Note: Unfortunately the last few minutes of this recording were lost due to technical issues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Going from a family farm to filming Novak Djokovic on Rod Laver Arena in just 48 hours might sound surreal, but for Brody Burrows, that's the reality of life as a freelance sports media professional.After building his skills from the ground up, Brody has quickly carved out a name for himself in the world of sports social media, working across events like the Australian Open, Gather Round, and content for Paramount+.If you're unsure where to start, Brody's story is proof that being proactive, backing yourself, and not taking no for an answer can take you a long way in sport.ABOUT THE GUEST:Meet Brody Burrows, a freelance sports media professional working across major sporting events and brands. Whether it's filming Novak Djokovic at the Australian Open, producing content alongside the Socceroos and Paramount+, or remotely managing A-Leagues social posts from his family farm, Brody's work keeps him close to the action and the athletes that shape it.We cover:04:21 – Interview begins05:08 – Quick-fire questions13:32 – How does Brody explain what he does to friends and family?14:56 – What did Brody need to learn to get to the spot he's at now?16:44 – What sparked Brody's journey into his road to sport?22:52 - How did Brody land his role at Tennis Australia?26:54 - Do you have to be able to do everything when it comes to getting a social media role in sport?30:35 - What does Brody find are the biggest challenges of getting into social media in sport?32:03 - How did Brody convince his friends and family about making the move into sport?33:45 - Were there any moments where Brody felt it may have been too hard to break in?39:44 - How does Brody go about networking given his location?46:11 - How has Brody used analytics to improve his content?53:29 - What does success look like for Brody?55:42 - What is something Brody wished more people asked him about?57:45 - Brody's pinch-me moment1:01:20 - Where would Brody be if he wasn't working in sport?1:02:14 - Interview endsIf you like this ep, give these a go next:#302: Paris 2024, Content Creator | Stella Barry#286: Inside the GWS Giants social media strategy with Jacob Gaynor#258: How to balance freelance work in sport and a regular 9-5 job with Chris MacPhersonWant a job in sport? Click here.Follow SportsGrad on socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | TikTok Follow Reuben on socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | TikTokBig thanks to Deakin University for making this episode possible. Check out their Master of Sport Management, ranked #1 in Australia.Thanks for listening, much love! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join co-hosts Jo Weston and Emily Mannix each week for BackStoppers: The Podcast presented by Deakin University. Get a sneak peek into their lives as they talk about everything from netball to their dogs!

Transitioning from a law and communications degree into a marketing role is a huge leap, however for Veronica Steer, she made it happen.In this episode taken from the recent SportsGrad Meetup in Sydney, AFL Marketing Manager Veronica Steer takes us through her career transition and what it truly takes to market Australian Football in growth markets like Sydney and Queensland.If you're wanting to learn more about what it takes to work in sports marketing, this episode is for you.ABOUT THE GUEST:Meet Veronica Steer, Marketing Manager at the AFL's Fan Hub whose job is all about helping more people fall in love with Australia's game. Whether it's planning campaigns, creating content, or diving into community engagement, her mission is clear: grow the game, especially in places and communities where footy isn't front of mind.We cover:00:23 - Interview begins01:20 - Quickfire questions04:03 - Did Veronica think sport was an option out of uni?05:56 - What did the AFL take a liking to in Veronica's application?07:34 - What's the overarching goal for Veronica's department?10:43 - What are employment challenges that Veronica has seen?12:15 - What was an outstanding recent hire that Veronica made?13:13 - How is the culture at the AFL as a work environment?13:53 - What's the process behind landing a game development role?14:53 - What's exciting Veronica about the future of the AFL?16:14 -Veronica's experience with Round 017:08 - Q&A Starts18:13 - Are there any plans for the AFL to go international again?19:05 - What's one underrated skill that a marketing manager should have going into a role?20:02 - Does Veronica's department look into community clubs?21:00 - How can Veronica tell when campaigns resonate with fans?21:35 - What's the most underrated channel of communication that Veronica uses?22:20 - How does Veronica see AFL 9s developing?23:34 - A pinch me moment for Veronica?24:45 - Interview endsIf you like this ep, give these a go next:#289: How to move from London to Australia and work in Sports Marketing | George Ludlow's journey to Gemba.#286: Inside the GWS Giants social media strategy with Jacob Gaynor#280: How to get a Sports Marketing job in the English Premier League with Alex KingWant a job in sport? Click here.Follow SportsGrad on socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | TikTok Follow Reuben on socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | TikTokBig thanks to Deakin University for making this episode possible. Check out their Master of Sport Management, ranked #1 in Australia.Thanks for listening, much love! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join co-hosts Jo Weston and Emily Mannix each week for BackStoppers: The Podcast presented by Deakin University. Get a sneak peek into their lives as they talk about everything from netball to their dogs! This week, Hannah Mundy joins Jo behind the mic!

A new study out of Victoria's Deakin University has coined a new term describing a newly-emerging parenting dynamic. The study explains that while fathers are becoming increasingly engaged in family life, many are taking on a backseat role and leaving mothers to carry the majority of parenting duties. 'Passenger parenting' was coined by public health lecturer Norma Barrett and she says it's a tricky dynamic to navigate. "It's really tricky for fathers, I think, because in those early stages their first kind of feeling of being a parent can often be after the birth, whereas mothers biologically feel like they're already on the parenting journey...and trying to slot into the journey can be tricky." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday, 3 July 2025, shop owners will get more powers to trespass people but a defence lawyer is questioning whether the Government's law and order changes will help at all. The Bluebridge boss Shane McMahon tells Heather about his new ferry.. and how he got it so fast. All Blacks assistant coach Scott Hansen on the All Blacks squad that will face France on Saturday. Are you a passenger parent? Deakin University lecturer Norma Barrett explains what that is, why you might be one, and how to stop being one. Plus, the Huddle debates whether men should be banned from working in early childcare after the shocking case of alleged child abuse by a man in Australia. Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every weekday evening on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Biological age tests claim to measure how old your body is on a cellular level. Hassan Vally at Deakin University in Australia and is an expert when it comes to interpreting health data and joins Emile Donovan.

“I'm still learning to fully understand the sports industry”That was Pruthvi Shivaram at this past Thursday's Meetup in Melbourne, where we hosted a panel featuring not only Pruthvi, but Brant Hubber and Bianca Litchfield.In this chat, we go through a range of topics, including each of the panelists career journey's and some valuable career advice for people from all perspectives, among other things.If you're in the UK and want to meet people in sport, come to our final SportsGrad Meetup in London on Wednesday July 3 here.ABOUT THE PANEL:Bianca Litchfield is the Community Foundation Partnerships Coordinator at Collingwood FC, specialising in developing partnerships to help facilitate Collingwood's community programs.Brant Hubber is the Partnerships Account Coordinator at the AFL, working with stakeholders to help deliver partnerships with the AFL.Pruthvi Shivaram is a Strategy Consultant at Gemba, specialising in solving a range of commercial, strategic, or operational problems for clients relating to sport.We cover:09:13 – Panel begins11:07 – How did Pruthvi end up in a consulting role?16:09 - Bianca's career journey20:32 - What was Brant's approach to get into the AFL?27:24 - What does life at Gemba look like for Pruthvi?30:46 - How can people learn about strategy?35:10 - What does Bianca's role look like?39:24 - What did Gather Round look like for Brant?45:17 - What kept Brant motivated in his early years at the AFL?47:46 - How would the panel describe a managerial or leadership position and how would they lead effectively?51:33 - How does Brant navigate being on maximum term contracts?54:18 - How did Bianca progress to the Community Foundation Partnerships Coordinator role from her previous roles at Collingwood?57:30 – Panel endsIf you like this ep, give these a go next:#314: How Kiri Madhani pivoted into commercial partnerships at DAZN#303: Gemba, Marketing Strategy Consultant | Sam Waring#265: From Westpac to the Adelaide Crows in 29 days with Community Engagement Manager, Parth SuriWant a job in sport? Click here.Follow SportsGrad on socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | TikTok Follow Reuben on socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | TikTokBig thanks to Deakin University for making this episode possible. Check out their Master of Sport Management, ranked #1 in Australia.Thanks for listening, much love! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join co-hosts Jo Weston and Emily Mannix each week for BackStoppers: The Podcast presented by Deakin University. Get a sneak peek into their lives as they talk about everything from netball to their dogs!

If you've been managing IBS by avoiding certain foods but still experiencing unpredictable flare-ups, you're not alone. Emerging science shows that IBS is a complex condition involving multiple body systems: your nervous system, immune response, and gut microbiome all influence how and when symptoms appear.For something so physical, IBS is rarely just about the gut.I created this IBS Masterclass podcast episode to help you finally understand what's really driving your symptoms. And it's not just about food. Stress, sleep, movement, and even your gut-brain connection can all play a role in making IBS worse.Irritable Bowel Syndrome, or IBS, affects nearly 1 in 10 people worldwide, yet it's still so often dismissed as "just a sensitive gut." The reality? IBS sits in that quiet, complicated space between physical and emotional. And we don't need more elimination diets or shame. We need understanding, compassion, and space to heal.To give you the clearest answers, I've brought together the world's leading gut health experts:Dr. Will Bulsiewicz – gastroenterologist and NYT bestselling author of Fiber Fueled, helping us understand the role of fiber, fermentation, and plant diversity in long-term digestive healthDr. James Kinross – colorectal surgeon and author of Dark Matter, exploring how gut bacteria influence inflammation, immunity, and disease riskDr. Emeran Mayer – gastroenterologist & neuroscientist, author of The Mind-Gut-Immune Connection, bringing over four decades of research into how emotions, microbes, and immunity shape the IBS experienceProfessor Felice Jacka – Director of the Food & Mood Centre at Deakin University, pioneer in nutritional psychiatry, uncovering how food and mental health are deeply connected through the gutWe explore: • How stress and trauma shape gut-brain signalling • Why the vagus nerve is a key player in digestion• The misunderstood link between emotional health and IBS • Whether FODMAP diets help or simply mask deeper issues • And how to create a sense of calm in your body that supports long-term healingThis isn't just a masterclass. It's a myth-busting, life-affirming conversation that every person with IBS deserves to hear. You'll discover why your body reacts the way it does and learn how to listen with more compassion. Because sometimes, what looks like bloating or discomfort is your nervous system saying, "I don't feel safe."If IBS has made you feel frustrated, alone, or disconnected from your own body, I hope this episode brings you clarity and relief. You deserve to feel at home in your body again.Love,Sarah Ann

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The world is waiting to see what Iran's response will be to the US strikes on its nuclear sites. Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says the attacks were an "outrageous, grave, and unprecedented violation" of the U-N charter and international law. He says Iran is weighing its options for retaliation and would consider diplomacy only after carrying out its response to the US strikes on its nuclear sites. The US insists the attacks did not target Iranian troops or people, maintaining the mission was not designed to force regime change in Tehran, just to end Iran's nuclear capabilities. Shahram Akbarzadeh is Professor of Middle East & Central Asian Politics and director of the Middle East Forum at Deakin University. In this One on One episode, he's talking to SBS's Rena Sarumpaet about what steps Iran may take next,

“I'll give you a job tomorrow cause I need people now”.That was SANFL Head of Game Development Brad Humphrey at our recent Adelaide SportsGrad Meetup, where we were treated to 3 panelists who spoke on the night about topics ranging from AI in sport, to what they look for when hiring new staff. This is a must-listen if you're wanting to understand the sports industry from 3 unique perspectives.If you're wanting to still get involved in SportsGrad Meetups, grab your free ticket hereABOUT THE PANEL:Brad Humphrey is Head of Game Development at the SANFL. Specialising in growing football within schools across SA.Peter Giannes is Head of Participation at Volleyball SA. Helping to grow volleyball throughout SA. Christian Rodriguez is Marketing Coordinator at Football Australia, overseeing club development. We cover:04:38 – Panel Starts07:56 – How did Brad swap careers?14:11 – Christian's journey18:29 – How old was Christian when he decided to throw everything at football?20:01 – What challenges/opportunities do being in a more under resourced orgainsation like Volleyball SA bring for Peter22:00 – How does AI play into Peter's recruitment process?24:38 – What does an ideal candidate who knows how to use AI look like?27:54 – How is the panel learning how to use AI?32:03 – What was a recent interview answer that stood out?39:07 – How did Christian keep motivation whilst hustling to reach his goal?43:06 – What are the inclusion policies of the organisations?49:34 – Do you still need to go back to university to achieve higher tier roles?55:23 – What's the strangest question the panel have asked/heard in an interview?58:37 – How important is it that applicants have experience in a specific sport when applying?1:03:43 – Panel endsIf you like this ep, give these a go next:#280: How to get a sports marketing job in the English Premier League with Alex King#265: From Westpac to the Adelaide Crows in 29 days with Community Engagement Manager, Parth Suri#239: Journey to Head of Community at Melbourne City FC with Sunil MenonWant a job in sport? Click here.Follow SportsGrad on socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | TikTok Follow Reuben on socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | TikTokBig thanks to Deakin University for making this episode possible. Check out their Master of Sport Management, ranked #1 in Australia.Thanks for listening, much love! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says he's aiming to topple the regime in Iran, as part of his continued strikes against the country's nuclear facilities and civilian infrastructure, such as oil refineries. But what forces could he unleash by overthrowing Iran's Islamic theocracy? There's a serious prospect that a Shi'ite backlash could erupt across the region GUEST:Dr Ali Mamouri of Deakin University, former adviser to the Iraqi prime minister.  Australia has imposed sanctions on two far-right Israeli cabinet ministers, Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich, citing a history of violent and racist statements.  The two men are crucial to propping up the Netanyahu government in parliament. Even so, the government could fall later this year over compulsory military service for ultra-Orthodox men. GUESTS:Dina Kraft, journalist with The Christian Science Monitor Linda Gradstein, journalist with Voice of America and National Public Radio 

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says he's aiming to topple the regime in Iran, as part of his continued strikes against the country's nuclear facilities and civilian infrastructure, such as oil refineries. But what forces could he unleash by overthrowing Iran's Islamic theocracy? There's a serious prospect that a Shi'ite backlash could erupt across the region GUEST:Dr Ali Mamouri is an academic and journalist specialising in religious studies, Middle East studies, fundamentalism, Salafism and political Islam at Deakin University. He previously served as strategic communication advisor to the Iraqi prime minister from 2020 to 2022.

Afternoon Headlines: Three men shot in Auburn Sydney’s South-West outside a family restaurant, Tasmania Police officer shot dead, Minnesota manhunt over with alleged shooter arrested and Anti-tour protest break out across Europe Deep Dive: The war between and Israel and Iran continues to escalate with neither side backing down, as Foreign Minister Penny Wong says the government is organising repatriation flights for Australians trapped in the Middle East. The US President has warned it will step in with full military might if needed, but Donald Trump says he is hopeful a deal between the warring nations can be reached. In this episode of The Briefing Natarsha Belling is joined by Professor of Middle Eastern politics at Deakin University, Shahram Akbarzadeh, to explain why we should all be concerned about what happens next. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @listnrnewsroom Instagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Click here to meet people in sport at a SportsGrad MeetupWant a job in sport? Click here.Welcome to the SportsGrad Podcast, hosted by Reuben Williams, ex-Cricket Australia employee, career coach, public speaker, content creator and Founder of SportsGrad. On this podcast you'll hear how to find your perfect role, grow your network, win job applications, scale your personal brand, create opportunities for yourself, and land your dream job in sport. Plus the many failures and lessons Reuben has learned from landing a dream job before graduating, helping others to land 700+ jobs in sport, and interviewing over 300+ professionals from the NFL, NBA, AFL, ICC, Cricket Australia, Premier League, Olympics, and many more teams, leagues, agencies and startups.To learn more about Reuben, listen to this episode: #309: How I landed a dream job at Cricket Australia before graduating | Reuben WilliamsFollow SportsGrad on socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | TikTok Follow Reuben on socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | TikTokBig thanks to Deakin University for making this episode possible. Check out their Master of Sport Management, ranked #1 in Australia.Thanks for listening, much love! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join co-hosts Jo Weston and Emily Mannix each week for BackStoppers: The Podcast presented by Deakin University. Get a sneak peek into their lives as they talk about everything from netball to their dogs. This week, Rudi Ellis joins Jo!

Pivoting careers at 30 can be seen by a lot of people as daunting, but for Charlie Barlow, she made a change into motorsport work.Charlie is the Development Manager at Motorsport Australia, leading programs like Girls on Track, First Gear, and Esports to get more people doing more motorsport, more often. But her journey into the industry didn't begin until she made a bold decision at 30 years old to go all in on a career she truly loved.After years in real estate, construction, and admin roles, Charlie went back to uni, studied journalism, worked unpaid gigs, and eventually became a journalist at Supercars, before stepping into her current role shaping the future of motorsport participation in Australia.She's also built a following on Social Media as a leader for Women in Motorsport, and recently was part of Channel 7's national coverage of the Shannons SpeedSeries.In this episode, we discuss how Charlie made a career change at 30, how she was able to break into motorsport, and how she managed to accomplish her career goals even when it seemed impossible.Lastly, Charlie is our guest speaker at the Brisbane SportsGrad Meetup coming up on Thursday June 24, so if you want to connect with her, grab a ticket from our website.We cover:(02:38) – Interview begins(04:33) – Quickfire Questions(15:14) – What Charlie did about her career once she turned 30(30:45) – How Charlie started to build experience in sport(42:58) – Charlie's role with Motorsport Australia(30:45) – How Charlie started to build experience in sport(57:47) – The impact of Charlie's personal brand on her career(1:08:13) – What opportunity exists for those wanting to grow their personal brand on social media?(1:14:05) – Advice to her younger selfIf you like this ep, give these a go next:#289: How to move from London to Australia and work in Sports Marketing | George Ludlow's journey to Gemba#265: From Westpac to the Adelaide Crows FC in 29 days with Community Engagement Manager, Parth Suri#208: How to make a career change into the sports industry with Kerry GassnerWant a job in sport? Click here.Follow SportsGrad on socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | TikTok Follow Reuben on socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | TikTokBig thanks to Deakin University for making this episode possible. Check out their Master of Sport Management, ranked #1 in Australia.Thanks for listening, much love! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join co-hosts Jo Weston and Emily Mannix each week for BackStoppers: The Podcast presented by Deakin University. Get a sneak peek into their lives as they talk about everything from netball to their dogs. This week, Kate Eddy joins Em Mannix!

In todays episode, I had the incredible honour to have Simon Hill back on the podcast and honestly, this chat was exactly what we all needed to hear. Simon breaks down the science better than anyone I know to debunk myths and bring you informed, easy to digest information to cut through alll of the confusion out there! If you've been wondering if butter and coconut oil are heart-healthy or harmful, this episode is for you as  Simon and I delve into the latest research on fats, cholesterol and the truths behind popular diet trends. I get asked about this daily!   We chat all about: The real science behind what cholesterol actually does in your body Why getting an ApoB test is SO much better than your standard cholesterol test The genetic lottery - why some people can eat eggs daily and be totally fine whilst others can't How different saturated fats affect your body differently (butter vs yoghurt vs coconut oil) Why fibre is cholesterol's best friend How to make tweaks to a lower carb lifestyle if you're worried about cholesterol - without dramatic overhauls Why you absolutely don't need to cut butter or coconut oil out completely The truth behind 'refueling with carbs' after a workout   The biggest takeaway? Know YOUR body, and remember that small tweaks often work better than dramatic changes!   About Simon Hill: Simon Hill, a physiotherapist and nutrition scientist, is dedicated to making health and nutrition information easier to understand. His early career focused on the physiology and anatomy behind athletic performance, but his father's heart attack inspired him to explore how nutrition can prevent disease and optimise health. This led him to complete a Master of Science in Human Nutrition at Deakin University. Simon hosts The Proof podcast, where he interviews experts to translate research into practical advice, and he authored the bestselling book The Proof is in the Plants, advocating for a plant-rich diet grounded in science. With over 40 million podcast listens and ongoing involvement in research connecting nutrition and mental health, Simon now also runs immersive longevity experiences to empower people to live healthier, longer lives. LINKS: Listen to my previous episode with Dr. B (Leading Gastroenterologist) on gut health & sleep (episode 179): Click HERE Follow Simon on Instagram: @simonhill Follow Simons podcast on Instagram, The Proof: Click HERE Subscribe to Simons podcast on YouTube: Click HERE Visit Simon's website: Click HERE Click HERE to shop 38TERA supplement (Code BEC for 10% off)  Download my FREE eBook with 4 15 minute meals: Click here Start your weight loss, gut healing and anti-inflammatory journey now with my 3 Week Body Reset Continue your journey and figuring out YOUR own balance in the Health with Bec Tribe Follow me on instagram: @health_with_bec Visit my website: Click HERE  

Henry talks with Tom Mahoney, a VCE Mathematics and Psychology teacher, PhD candidate at Deakin University, writer for The Interruption and contributor on the Teachers' Education Review podcast.Audio production by Rob Kelly.