The Strength of Us

Lisa Quattrocchi
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Hi, I’m Lisa and I am inviting you to The Strength of Us podcast where you will hear the stories of incredible strength from a diversity of guests who remind us that we are not alone. We discuss parenting, divorce, mental health, disability, LGBT issues and more. As a teacher, my guests and I aim to educate our listeners on topics like flesh eating bacteria, living with a disability, the experience of psychosis and how to avoid dating a narcissist. We also interview people who are making a real difference in their communities & why they started their charities. Join us because together we build the strength of us.

  1. 10/15/2022

    Talking about race with kids

    Talking about race can be tricky for many of us. So how can we do it in an inclusive, mindful and positive way? Thankfully there is a new book that includes a short history of race and racism in Britain, from the Romans through to the present day, including the history of slavery and the abolition movement.  Ruth Hill and Loretta Andrews chat about their inspiration for the book and their own lived experiences. To purchase the book in Australia: Amazon - Talking to Children about Race  To purchase the book in UK: https://spckpublishing.co.uk/talking-to-children-about-race

    53 min

  2. 09/25/2022

    Why we work in Mental Health

    Brooke Coleman and Mark Chapman both work in the Mental Health Hub at Wellways in Warrnambool, Australia. Like so many people who work in the care industry, they have their own lived experience and stories that led them to to the important work that they do today. In this episode, you will not only learn about their paths but how Wellways is making a difference to so many lives across Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria and is growing every day. Wellways is now a huge organisation working with many research groups including Monash University and supports people of all ages, abilities, identities and cultures. They offer support and advice on disability, family and carer services, suicide prevention, teenage issues, men’s mental health, housing and homelessness, wellbeing and mental health and so much more. One of the greatest things is, you don’t need a referral to get in touch and begin working with this incredible organisation. Further links https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/mental-health-and-wellbeing-hubs  https://kit.wellways.org/

    41 min

  3. 07/03/2022

    Local Australian of the Year, Vicki Jellie & how the Warrnambool community built its Cancer Centre

    Vicki Jellie is currently serving as the Mayor of Warrnambool but before she entered into this role, Vicki was already considered a local hero, not only in our eyes but was officially named The Australian Local Hero of 2017 receiving her award from, then Prime Minister, Malcolm Turnbull. This interview is the first time that Vicki Jellie has told her whole story. It is a story of grief, courage, community and above all, love.  This episode was filmed by Fitzmedia at Silver ball studies and the entire episode can be viewed on Youtube. It was important to capture this story for prosperity so that future generations understand the history of how the South West Cancer Centre was built by its local community.  Thanks to the efforts of local hero, Vicki Jellie, the South West community and local and state members of parliament, patients can receive treatment in Warrnambool rather than spending hours on the road driving to Geelong and Melbourne. Supporting Links You can donate to Peter's Project Watch the entire interview here  South West Cancer Centre

    1h 6m
  4. Co-Parenting after Separation and Divorce with Jasmin Newman

    06/26/2022

    Co-Parenting after Separation and Divorce with Jasmin Newman

    Jasmin Newman was awarded the 2021 Mediator Peacemaker of the Year. She is a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner, also known as a Family Mediator for couples and families that need support when navigating separation and divorce. Jasmin helps parents to make child-centred decisions as they go through the changes in their family structure and is a co-parenting coach. In this episode,  Marnie, Lisa and Jasmin explore how fear is behind most of the decisions that we make in our lives and how fear drives parents to make the decisions that they do. Towards the end of the episode, we also breakdown Jasmin's co-parenting checklist to see how it can play out in real life. Education, Support & Services Parenting after separation website Jasmin's co-parenting checklist Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia Coping with divorce or break up Family Relationships Online Life Line 131114

    1h 6m

  5. 06/18/2022

    Darren Mort: Barrister, Actor & Philanthropist talks about kids amidst divorce court

    People may recognise Darren Mort from shows such as Neighbours and Blue Heelers, but it's his real-life role that continues to make such a great impact on Australian families. As a barrister, Darren Mort has worked in the family law courts for almost 30 years and has seen what happens to children during this difficult time. In this episode, Darren talks about putting the needs of the children first and how his acting and law careers have come together to create the award-winning short film: Tommy which can be seen on Apple TV. Darren has also started a wonderful charity that supports children called To Be Loved and through this, he has written a wonderful book called Tommy & Tiger Terry which was inspired by a young boy that Darren met in family court who had an imaginary kangaroo as his coping mechanism to get through such a stressful time. Please share this episode with anyone going through separation and divorce as a reminder, that the needs of their children are paramount. For further education and support: To Be Loved Darren Mort Family Circuit and Family Law Australia Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800 1800 RESPECT (National Sexual Assault, Domestic and Family Violence Counselling Service) 1800 737 732, 24 hours 7 days Beyond Blue Support Service 1300 224 636, 24 hours, 7 days Family Relationship Advice Line 1800 050 321, 8 am-8 pm Monday to Friday, 10 am-4 pm Saturday

    1h 19m

  6. 06/11/2022

    Let's Talk: Suicide, Mental Illness & more with John Parkinson

    John Parkinson grew up near Port Fairy & one of his first jobs was at Warrnambool’s Brierly Mental Hospital. He has seen a lot change in the world of mental health but wants to do more. After a shocking increase of suicide in his community and getting to know the parents of the late Sam Fitzgibbon, John and other locals got together to find a way to get more people talking.  That’s when they started Let’s Talk whose mission it is to remove the stigma of mental illness. In this episode Lisa and John discuss grief, suicide, loneliness, ageing, mental health in sport, the impact of social media, anti-depressants and much more. Click here for a comprehensive list of Support Services in Australia from Let's Talk: https://www.letstalkaustralia.org/immediate-support Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/ben-johnson/cant-stop-chasing-you License code: 6JI8KQ77EOJHB9FF

    1h 2m

  7. 06/02/2022

    My Mother's Strength & our Down Syndrome girl, Tanya

    In 1974, when my sister, Tanya, who has Down Syndrome was born they called her a Mongoloid. Institutions were still closing around Australia and a lot of the general public were afraid of people with intellectual disabilities because they were simply not seen. Not on the streets, not in schools, there was obviously no internet back in the day and people who didn’t fit the social norm were certainly not on TV. So it was no wonder that my father was afraid to take Tanya home from the hospital, in fact the delivering doctor offered to murder Tanya, thinking this would be the right thing for my parents. And many others were of the opinion that Tanya belonged in an institution or asylum. But none of these people knew the strength of Adriana Quattrocchi, my mum. From the moment Tanya was brought home, Adriana worked day and night to give Tanya every opportunity in this world just like any other child. She had to battle doctors, relatives, friends and schools to give Tanya the life that she deserved. 47 years later, Adriana is telling her story of the ups and downs of raising Tanya in Shepparton, the heartbreak of her moving out of home in her late 20s and the on-going health issues that Tanya faces to this day. So far, Tanya has had an extraordinary life and it’s all thanks to her tiger mum and her saint, Adriana.   Education, Support & Services Down Syndrome Australia Disability Australia Hub Disability Services Australia National Disability Services    The Evolution and Devolution of Mental Health Services in Australia - Inquiries Journal Mental Health Facilities Guide | NSW State Archives AUSTRALIAN ASYLUMS - Australia's Dark Heart The Evolution and Devolution of Mental Health Services in Australia - Inquiries JournalPsychiatric Institutions of the Past  Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/ilya-kuznetsov/memory License code: YFJTCP7TWEM2QO7U

    1h 30m

  8. 05/28/2022

    Emily Quattrocchi won't give up!

    Emily Quattrocchi had been a competitive cheerleader, netballer, keen film student and was just beginning her career when everything changed on that terrifying day when she was driving to work. Lisa chats with her baby cousin Emily about her accident and injuries and how the failed airbags and her seatbelt contributed to her spinal injury but also saved her life.  Emily is now a paraplegic, a wheelie, a recognised short film maker, an awarded  champion and Ambassador for good health for women’s health week and has appeared on the ABC many times for her paracheerleading and most recently as a new peer support mentor.  Emily also has an awesome youtube channel where she teaches us all about the reality of living in a wheelchair and has an award winning film: Emily, you never give up - A story about HOW I BECAME PARALYSED As time goes by, Emily challenges herself to slowly take back control of her body and has worked towards crawling and other independent skills. She is an inspiration, a leader and Emily will never give up! Support & education Disability Australia Hub  People with disability in Australia, Summary - Australian Institute of Health and Welfare  National Disability Services  Lifeline phone 131114  Shopping EveryHuman

    49 min
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Hi, I’m Lisa and I am inviting you to The Strength of Us podcast where you will hear the stories of incredible strength from a diversity of guests who remind us that we are not alone. We discuss parenting, divorce, mental health, disability, LGBT issues and more. As a teacher, my guests and I aim to educate our listeners on topics like flesh eating bacteria, living with a disability, the experience of psychosis and how to avoid dating a narcissist. We also interview people who are making a real difference in their communities & why they started their charities. Join us because together we build the strength of us.

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  • Creator
    Lisa Quattrocchi
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2022
  • Episodes
    34
  • Rating
    Explicit
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