Raw Talk Project

Ricco Yasso: Former Carpenter & Prison Guard to President of Bridging Health Inc. Australia

Ricco Yasso is a well-known local not only within Central Queensland community but also within the regions of Vanuatu.
Ricco kindly shares his journey and family history which leads to his current role as the President of an organisation called Bridging Health Inc.
Did you know that Tanna Island was listed as the number ONE 'at risk' country in the world in 2015, and remains one of the highest still.
Bridging Health's mission is to improve the health in the remote regions of Vanuatu, starting with Tanna Island. They take teams of volunteer medical and health professionals, who are assisted by non-medical volunteers, to Tanna Island to offer health care services.
Head on over to Bridging Health Inc. Facebook page or below website to check out all the incredible work that they do.
Connection | Bridging Health Inc (square.site)

Kiera Austin: Australian Diamond and Melbourne Vixen, ACL Reconstruction, Women’s Health

A lifelong dream came true for Kiera Austin when she debuted for the Australian Diamonds in 2021. Unfortunately, that season was cut short when she ruptured her ACL and missed the remainder of the season. 
Kiera discusses her sporting journey growing up from swimming to soccer and everything in between, netball was her one true love. She shares how she balances her career now as a professional netballer with studies, coaching and her personal life.
Kiera has recently finished her studies in Medical Science and hopes to work in the medical field potentially around women's health when the time comes to finish playing professional netball.

Rosie Malone: Hockeyroo, Olympian and World Cup and Comm Games medalist

Debuting for the Hockeyroos in 2018, to missing out on a selection at a home Commonwealth Games on the Gold Coast later that year, Rosie shares her sporting journey discussing the challenges and both highs and lows she has faced to date.
Rosie is one of five children who grew up on the Gold Coast, QLD. She grew up playing a wide variety of sports, ultimately having to decide between hockey and soccer in her late teens.
She shares how she experienced, juggled and played many sports, attending school and uni while meeting lifelong friends and memories along the way. 
With the 2024 Paris Olympics just around the corner, Rosie will make her way back over to Perth, Western Australia to rejoin the rest of the Hockeyroos squad in the New Year.

Alanna Miller (nee Bowles): Australian Commonwealth Games athlete to mine controller

Born and raised in Rockhampton, QLD, Alanna discusses swimming competitively from an extremely young age and making the Australian Commonwealth Games team at 16 years old to compete in Glasgow. 
She shares her journey, successes, struggles and life as an elite athlete to explaining her current role within the mines. 
Alanna is a true inspiration to all her family and friends, taking all the curves and leaps in her stride, not afraid of what the future holds.

Katie Boulter: Creative Director of Rose Soiree, professional hype girl & events for Women in Business

Small town girl celebrates a weekend in the big smoke and decides to make it her home. Katie is your ULTIMATE hype girl. 
Katie shares her journey through many different career ventures, Creative Director of a Paint and Sip "Rose Soiree" in Bulimba and her side hustle "Like She Owns the Place" focusing on Events for Women in Business. 
Katie briefly touches on how she navigated and managed her ADHD diagnosis in her late 20's.
Paint and Sip Brisbane | Bulimba, Brisbane | Rosé Soirée (rosesoiree.com.au)

Jeff Lynch: Burleigh Bear #307, Youth Worker and Co-Founder AIM Foundation

Country born, city living.
Burleigh Bear #307 Jeff Lynch shares his journey from growing up in Cowra, NSW to moving out of home in his teens to follow his NRL aspirations with the Canberra Raiders.
Through injuries, setbacks and a whole lot of perspective, Jeff appreciates every inch of his life. 
Currently residing on the Gold Coast, Jeff is hoping to continue thriving as a Youth Support Worker and drive the AIM Foundation to all new levels over the coming years.

Jemimah Ashleigh: Ex law enforcement turned female entrepreneur and best-selling author

After 13+ years in Law Enforcement and several, life changing events, originating from ISIS threats, Jemimah decided to start her own businesses, yes, not one, but several, over the course of a few years.
Jemimah is not only a female entrepreneur, but the Best Selling Author of her own book 'Position Me'. Her book was released worldwide on 25 October 2018 and became an International Best-Selling book in 27 minutes. 
Check out her website for all things Awards Portal, Resources, Retreats and the Visibility Lab.
Home (jemimahashleigh.com)
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Mercedes Ash: Speech Language Pathologist, Owner of Speech Studio Co and soon to be Homeopath

This week's episode is with Mercedes Ash. 
Sadie discusses her path from studying Speech Pathology at CQ University, gaining experience straight out of uni across varying companies/sectors and with a broad spectrum of clients.
Like many people, Sadie faced challenges during COVID-19, however used this time to figure out her "next steps", being the biggest blessing in disguise.
If you're interested in studying Speech Pathology at uni, need an inspiration boost, or even considering starting your own business, this episode is totally for you!

Matt D: High school teacher, ACL reconstructions and testicular cancer

This episode was an emotional one and is really close to home.
Matt is a teacher, a friend, a coach, a leader, a teammate and most of all family.
He has gone through his fair share of life's ups and downs, and not once has he had a negative attitude whether it was towards two ACL reconstructions, sporting journeys, studies in school/university and most recently with testicular cancer.
With such an exciting future ahead, Matt looks forward to another year ahead being a secondary school teacher and assisting with the Mackay Cutters in the Host Plus Q Cup.

Jordan Meehan: Tradie to Support Worker and Co-Founder of Walk n Talk Rockhampton

Co-Founder of Walk 'n' Talk Jordan Meehan tells his journey and experience from being a tradesman, running how own business, to working in the mines and now as a Support Worker. 
Through his own battles throughout life, Jordan has used these experiences as a driving factor to create and pursue his passion for helping others and standing up a movement in Rockhampton.
Walk 'n' Talk has been stood up for men who are struggling with their mental health and is a safe place to go for help.
Walk 'n' Talk host a men's 18+ walk, BBQ and conversation every three weeks. The next walk is scheduled for Saturday 4 November 2023 7-9am at Rose Swadling Park, 732 Norman Road, Hillside Estate. 
This episode contains a discussion around mental health. If this is too much for you to listen to right now, I recommend skipping and listen when you are ready.
The Raw Talk Project is not a licensed mental health service and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice or assessment.
The advice and discussion in this episode is general in nature, however if you're struggling, please see a healthcare professional or call lifeline on 13 11 14.
⁠ Lifeline Australia - 13 11 14 - Crisis Support. Suicide Prevention.⁠
⁠Black Dog Institute | Better Mental Health | Science. Compassion. Action.