Beyond The Back Paddock Podcast

22/11/2024

22/11/2024

Out Today

Series 3 of Beyond The Back Paddock Podcast

Sallie Jones co founder of Gippsland Jersey shares her life's journey with vulnerability.

Thanks Sal

https://open.spotify.com/episode/6h4TGDyt325Mojm3itQ68O?si=FtqsNwORRYOdYESnbQ8SfA

Please listen, subscribe, and share your thoughts.

www.beyondthebackpaddock.com.au

In times of crisis and or uncertainty, when you feel like a conversation is too big for family or friends alone, connect with a trusted health professional like your GP, and or services like Lifeline 13 11 14 or TIACS by calling or texting
0488 846 988 Mon-Fri 8am-10pm AEST or the many other local and government support services.





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21/11/2024

Tomorrow Beyond The Back Paddock Podcast will be back with Series 3.

Episode 24 will see the long awaited conversation with Sallie Jones. Sallie, the co founder of Gippsland Jersey is a passionate mental health advocate and community leader.

In a confronting conversation Sallie shares her lived experience with loss, grief, su***de, and the challenges of starting a milk brand from scratch.

If you are not subscribed to the podcast you can do so at www.beyondthebackpaddock.com.au





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16/09/2024

On Saturday I am heading to Mildura for two special events for the Northern Mallee Leaders where I get to work with the amazing Leila Sweeney McDougall.

https://www.nml.org.au/program/

I was privileged to have Liela as a guest on Beyond The Back Paddock Podcast . Leila is a magnetic entrepreneur and influential advocate for Women in Agriculture, who is on a mission to promote, support, and celebrate farming life. Her diverse career, spanning from
fashion designer to rural teacher, now sees her donning the hat of award winning actor and filmmaker.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/18eU1QCFefYCOMYbIfk1FX?si=rqKjdqJ1Rc6QoIdZ522jqA

The first event is a sold out exclusive lunch where we will both get to share our stories with the guests.

The second event is a screening of the Just A Farmer - Feature Film where we will both be sitting on a panel along with Corey Iredale from Mates Incorporated Stephanie Ferdelja from RFCS Victoria West and Bill Banfield from Tapio Station.

Tickets are still available for the screening at Wallis Cinemas Mildura with 150 tickets already sold.

https://events.humanitix.com/just-a-farmer-nml-screening?fbclid=IwY2xjawFVaoVleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHeYiWXLBCVkEXtIIQqGHOIhmuK7GYzU2iNRByW2efufWPyqH_A9C35t-dA_aem_3JP-cweqEW_2fyHnUlkfUA

On the podcast Leila shares her journey from growing up on a farm to becoming an advocate for mental health in rural communities.

She explains her motivation behind releasing a movie that highlights the challenges faced by farmers and encourages conversations about mental health and the undervalued role of farmers in society.
The conversation explores the key themes of mental health, generational mental health, the impact of su***de on families, the silence surrounding su***de, and the importance of open communication.
Leila shares her personal experiences and research on these topics, highlighting the stigma and blame associated with su***de.

Download the full episode at www.beyondthebackpaddock.com.au or read my thoughts at www.theunbreakablefarmer.com.au/blog/just-a-farmer

Take care listening to this episode as it contains conversations around su***de.

Contact Lifeline or TIACS for support.







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30/07/2024

Beyond The Back Paddock Podcast

When I set out to create a podcast, I had a particular guest in mind. Lucy Marsh was that person.
I share Lucy's story quite often and the impact her story has had on me.

Lucy has had a massive impact on what I actually do today.

Lucy probably doesn't realize the impact that she has had.

As a quick heads up this episode covers topics of suicidal ideation, so care should be taken when listen, and if you are challenged by the conversation please seek help. Lifeline 13 11 14

On my travels as a speaker, we met back in 2018 at an event in South Australia, and the impact that she had on my life has changed the way that I thought about being a speaker and how I'd share my story.

Her life hasn't been easy and has had plenty of ups and downs. I can't wait for her to share her story with us.

Its is an absolute privilege to have Lucy as guest and hopefully those who listen can take something away from her story even if it is just empathy towards those how struggle with their mental health.

You can listen to Lucy's episode on www.beyondthebackpaddock.com.au or on Spotify. Links in the comments.

In times of crisis and or uncertainty, when you feel like a conversation is too big for family or friends alone, connect with a trusted health professional like your GP, and or services like Lifeline 13 11 14 or TIACS by calling or texting
0488 846 988 Mon-Fri 8am-10pm AEST or the many other local and government support services.

Beyond Blue
1300 022 946

Su***de Call Back Service
1300 659 467

05/06/2024

After a few weeks off the Beyond The Back Paddock Podcast is back with an amazing guest, Paul Taylor.
Paul and I have bumped into each other on a number of occasions at Cottage by the Sea Queenscliff events where he has been presenting. Every time I have heard Paul's presentation it has challenged my thinking.

A former British Royal Navy Aircrew Officer and former Research Professor at the University of San Francisco,Paul is an Exercise Physiologist, Nutritionist and Neuroscientist who is currently completing a PhD in Applied Psychology, where he is developing and testing resilience strategies with the Australian Defence Science Technology Group.

A Podcast host, published Author and TV presenter through his program Body and Brain Overhaul, he was twice voted Australian Fitness Industry presenter of the year.

Paul has a proven track record in leadership, management and dealing in high-pressure situations, through his former roles as an Airborne Anti-submarine Warfare Officer and a Helicopter Search-And-Rescue Crew Member with the Royal Navy Fleet Air Arm and has undergone rigorous Combat Survival and Resistance-to-Interrogation Training.

Paul doesn’t just talk about resilience - he lives it.

Enjoy listening to Episode 23 of the podcast by subscribing and downloading it at www.beyondthebackpaddock.com.au






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03/06/2024

Tomorrow Beyond The Back Paddock Podcast is back with Episode 23 and what an episode it is with my guest Paul Taylor.
There is a lot of wisdom pack into this episode so make sure you tune in.

Here is a sneak peek. Full episode out tomorrow afternoon.

You can Subscribe and Download the Podcast at www.beyondthebackpaddock.com.au

30/04/2024

I have just released this week's episode of the Beyond The Back Paddock Podcast and it is with Sam Fryer the host of A Place To Call Home .
I met Sam in Roma at the ABL Southern Cohort 'A night off the farm' Event where we shared our stories with the audience and tried our hand at being comedians.
Sam wears many hats, Husband, Father, Son, Beef Producer, regional manager for QRIDA
Sam shares his story, the challenges he has faced and how he has overcome them and his burning desire to one day have A Place To Call Home.

To listen to the full episode by downloading and subscribing at www.beyondthebackpaddock.com.au





Please enjoy this great chat with a great bloke.

20/04/2024

Aiden Clarke and I had an interesting conversation around leading major crime news stories with implying mental health is the cause and the stigma that it applies to the conversation.

To like, listen or download this or any of the previous episodes of the Beyond The Back Paddock Podcast go to www.beyondthebackpaddock.com.au





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19/04/2024

18/04/2024

This week on the Beyond The Back Paddock Podcast with some of the tragic events and uncertainty that's in the world, today's guest has come at a perfect time. He is on a journey to make the world a brighter place, one sock at a time and much, much more.

Aiden Clarke is the general manager of We Are Posi

Posi Socks was a business founded by Trent and Brooke Cotchin back in 2020. And has now been rebranded as We Are Posi. And is a business that lives, breeds and promotes, shares positivity throughout the community.

We Are Posi exists to make the world a better place, more positive place. And through their content messaging and how they show up, they wanna be the best part of someone's day.

Aiden's journey from leading as the general manager at We Are Posi to previous roles as head of operations at AFL Publications and his earlier years as the head strength and conditioning coach at the old Caulfield Grammarians football club, he has learnt the art of blending strategic vision with hands -on leadership, whether it's optimising the team's performance on the field or spreading positivity into the community via Posi socks or We Are Posi.

He's all in.

Beyond business, Aiden is passionate about mental health and wellbeing and championing positivity in the community. He has his own story and life's challenges are real. But Aidan believes that mindset can change how you feel.

Listen and Subscribe at www.beyondthebackpaddock.com.au

12/04/2024

‘Just a Farmer’ transcends traditional cinema authentically portraying the challenges and triumphs of resilient farmer in rural Australia the cinematic journey amplifies the often overlooked voices of rural communities and sheds light on mental health struggles it's more than a movie it's a dedi...

09/04/2024

On the Beyond The Back Paddock Podcast writer, producer and star of Just A Farmer - Feature Film Leila McDougall, shares the important messages that the film delivers and what was the driving force behind the movie.

Listen and subscribe at www.beyondthebackpaddock.com.au

It's a great chat but please be warned the conversation includes discussions on su***de, mental illness and alcoholism.

Reach out if you need support to Lifeline or TIACS







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09/04/2024

The silence around su***de is deafening.

When Leila McDougall and her husband Sean produced Just A Farmer - Feature Film their mission for the movie was to use the power of storytelling to illuminate the silent struggles within Australian farming communities raising awareness of mental health issues and the lack of comprehensive medical support in rural areas fostering empathy while driving the conversation around mental health and fostering understanding assuring individuals they don't face their darkness alone.

To listen to my full conversation with Leila on the Beyond The Back Paddock Podcast go to www.beyondthebackpaddock.com.au and subscribe and download.

For support reach out to Lifeline or TIACS

09/04/2024

This weeks guest on the Beyond The Back Paddock Podcast is Leila McDougall, a magnetic entrepreneur and influential advocate for Women in Agriculture, who is on a mission to promote, support, and celebrate farming life. Her diverse career, spanning from
fashion designer to rural teacher, now sees her donning the hat of filmmaker, spearheading her latest venture – the feature film

Just A Farmer - Feature Film

Official Trailer to Just A Farmer

https://youtu.be/zQ43ZmCghiI?si=jf-DYPaJ6r1qQfWn

Leila shares her journey from growing up on a farm to becoming an advocate for mental health in rural communities.

She explains her motivation behind releasing a movie that highlights the challenges faced by farmers and encourages conversations about mental health and the undervalued role of farmers in society.
The conversation explores the key themes of mental health, generational mental health, the impact of su***de on families, the silence surrounding su***de, and the importance of open communication.
Leila shares her personal experiences and research on these topics, highlighting the stigma and blame associated with su***de.

Download the full episode at www.beyondthebackpaddock.com.au

Take care listening to this episode as it contains conversations around su***de.

Contact Lifeline or TIACS for support.







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08/04/2024

Have you seen Just A Farmer - Feature Film yet?

I highly recommend you get along to a cinema and see it while you can.

Tomorrow I will release the next episode of Beyond The Back Paddock Podcast where I have a chat with Leila McDougall the star and driving force behind the movie.

You can subscribe to the podcast at www.beyondthebackpaddock.com.au