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Social Issues
Resilience
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Neurological Disorders
Mental Health Awareness
Refugee Support
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Homelessness
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Suicide Prevention
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Challenging the mainstream, negative stereotypes of people with a mental illness, Brainwaves actively engages those living with a mental illness as researchers, interviewers, performers and program designers while promoting community mental health awareness.

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Eleanor Doran and Shehelah Dassenaike from Impact Co join Brainwaves to discuss their recent Adolescent and Youth Inpatient Service Experience Design Project. They talk about the importance of involving young people in service design and reform matte... more

Today on Brainwaves, we’re joined by Franceyne from Vacro to discuss mental health and imprisonment, including the criminalisation of mental health, support in prison, and the reintegration journey for people returning to the community. You can sign ... more

Beyond the Visual is the UK’s first major sculpture exhibition where blind and partially blind practitioners are central to its curation, and make up most of the exhibitors. The work is based on ground-breaking research that challenges the dominance ... more

Beyond the Visual is the UK’s first major sculpture exhibition where blind and partially blind practitioners are central to its curation, and make up most of the exhibitors. The work is based on ground-breaking research that challenges the dominance ... more

When life hits you with wave after wave of problems, you either start going under, or you learn how to surf. At this point, media personality Osher Günsberg asks ‘So What? Now What? — it's also the title of his new book and his guide to getting unstu... more

Writer and artist Nathan Bell explores his lived experience of mental health challenges including psychosis, combined with his spiritual beliefs, through his work. This includes mysticism and shamanism. You can discover Nathan's other work by followi... more

Mark catches with with clinical psychologist Natalie from Bayside Psychotherapy to discuss growing up with the AFL and why she believes a dedicated mental health round ought to be introduced to the game. The article referred to in the podcast can be ... more

Mark sits down with singer-songwriter Jen Frank to discuss all things mental health and her upcoming EP 'Friend Zone'. More music and news about Jen Frank can be found in the linktree below:Linktree

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Recent Guests

Nadine Muller
Multi-seven-figure CEO and former military officer
Episode: A conversation with author Nadine Muller
Hannah Bloxigde
A 32-year-old gender diverse person who is a curve and disability model with experience in chronic migraine, endometriosis, and complex PTSD.
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Episode: Migraines and Managing Multiple Disabilities
Jana Firestone
Therapist with over 17 years of experience in grief and trauma, author, and podcaster
Episode: Jana Firestone - New Book 'Plot Twist: a personal guide to surviving life's unexpected curveballs'
Antek Benedyka
Proud genderqueer individual, social worker, and drag performer
Episode: Antek Benedyka - Coming Full Circle

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Ananya
Host of the series, Ananya engages with diverse topics surrounding mental health and community support.

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Antek Benedyka - Coming Full Circle
Q: When you first sort of started having any kind of mental health challenges, how do you manage today?
Antek talks about his early trauma, the importance of honesty in discussing mental health, and how sharing experiences can help destigmatize those challenges.
Antek Benedyka - Coming Full Circle
Q: What are some of the things that you do to support them through these challenges?
Antek describes a life coaching approach that emphasizes self-determination for young refugees, highlighting the importance of community support and creating a sense of agency.
RoadzofLife - Michael and Janelle
Q: Can you share about your rehabilitation process?
Michael explains that his rehabilitation was a personal journey without much medical support, involving relearning simple tasks and interacting with others, which ultimately became part of his healing process.
RoadzofLife - Michael and Janelle
Q: What do you believe gives you that capacity to empathize with others?
Michael attributes his capacity for empathy to his traumatic experiences, allowing him to understand a range of subcultures and deepen his connection with humanity's suffering.
A conversation with author Nadine Muller
Q: If there's one nugget of wisdom that you could impart to our listeners today about their ability to rise, what would that be?
Connect with your lineage and internal wisdom; recognize that the answers are within you.

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Exploring the complexities of mental health, this podcast brings forth the voices of individuals living with mental illnesses who contribute as researchers, interviewers, and performers. Frequently addressing topics such as trauma, resilience, and the societal perceptions surrounding mental health, discussions are often enriched by personal stories, expert interviews, and advocacy efforts. Unique in its approach, the content aims to challenge mainstream narratives and negative stereotypes, fostering a deeper understanding of mental health issues while promoting community awareness and support mechanisms.

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