WARNING: CHILDHOOD SEXUAL ASSAULT IS DISCUSSED IN THE FOLLOWING 2 PART PODCAST.In the next 2 part interview with Mel we discuss her abduction & rape when she was only 9yo & how it took her 41yrs to share the trauma. We do not detail the sexual assault but what she shares is disturbing enough. Mel decided to do some googling in 2019 & what she found shocked her to the core. When she learned the man she'd never given herself permission to think much about was applying for parole after having served 33+ years for brutal sexual assaults & murder in the U.K, she couldn't keep it a secret anymore.Support Services include;Lifeline 13 11 14MensLine Australia 1300 78 99 781800 Respect 1800 737 732Bravehearts 1800 272 831Blue Knot Helpline 1300 657 380Beyond Blue 1300 224 636Kids Helpline 1800 551 80013 YARN 13 92 76 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Janie - A fierce advocate for children's safety & welfare
Janie's early life was moulded by abuse & feelings of abandonment which resulted in her leaving home at 15. She tried telling those close to her & the authorities, but it seemed no-one would listen or take her seriously. And in one instance, one of those authority figures took advantage of her vulnerabilities. But she never gave up. She is now a fierce protector of those who find themselves in a similar position to her as a young child/teenager & her lived experience gives her an intimate understanding of their struggles. Support Services include;Lifeline 13 11 14Beyond Blue 1300 224 636Kids Helpline 1800 551 80013 YARN 13 92 761800 RESPECT 1800 737 732 (incl National Violence, Abuse & Trauma Counselling & Recovery Service) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Redemption of Nevada
Nevada's young life was full of chaos & tragedy. His father was an alcoholic, he had siblings die as a result of drugs, a sibling went to jail for murder but surprisingly, amoungst all this, he found an escape due to his love of sport & AFL. His memories of going to the football with his dad revealed another side of his dad he didn't see enough of. Nevada found a way out of his addictions to become a social worker & counsellor with a lived experience which is invaluable.Support Services include;Lifeline 13 11 14Beyond Blue 1300 224 636Kids Helpline 1800 551 80013 YARN 13 92 761800 RESPECT 1800 737 732 (incl National Violence, Abuse & Trauma Counselling & Recovery Service)Don't Be That Man 1300 243 413Mens Referral Service 1300 766 491 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Leanne - Dealing with perpetrators of violence
Pls note: This interview is 1hr 20min in lengthLeanne experienced violence at 13yo & then battled through multiple sexual assaults, homelessness, addiction, and the overwhelmingweight of hopelessness and helplessness. Yet, against all odds, she found true love, rebuilt her life, and achieved a postgraduate qualification inmental health. Now a registered counsellor, teacher, and lecturer, Leanne uses her lived experience to help change the mindset of violent male perpetrators with some positive results.Support Services include;Lifeline 13 11 14Beyond Blue 1300 224 636Kids Helpline 1800 551 80013 YARN 13 92 761800 RESPECT 1800 737 732 (incl National Violence, Abuse & Trauma Counselling & Recovery Service)Don't Be That Man 1300 243 413Mens Referral Service 1300 766 491 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Geoff Clarke's luck ends
PLS NOTE: The subject of sexual assault is discussed in this podcast. Geoff Clarke has faced court numerous times in his life but its his greed & total disregard of others, particularly his own people, that finally led to him being convicted & sentenced in 2024 to a term of imprisonment for fraud & financial related crimes. It took years, but his luck finally ran out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Narelle was a member of Victoria Police for 27 years,15 of which were as a Detective with squads including Child Exploitation, Missing Persons (Homicide) & Sexual Crimes. Narelle was exposed to unimaginable grief & trauma but also witnessed incredible strength & resilience from those affected by crime. In 2012 Narelle's career came to an unexpected sudden end when she was diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Injury and was never able to return to Policing. In her recovery, she drew on the strength & resilience she'd witnessed in her career & reinvented herself as a keynote speaker & podcaster. In NFI, Narelle examines the human side and impact of crime, drawing on her vast experience & knowledge. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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