Breaking Barriers, Building Futures Podcast

Tasmanian Community Fund
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The Tasmanian Community Fund has a vision to Drive systemic change to achieve positive outcomes for all Tasmanians and enable communities to develop, deliver and lead place-based responses to their needs.   Their strategic focus is to increase wellbeing by reducing barriers to learning so our children and young people can be connected and educated.   The Breaking Barriers, Building Futures Podcast sees the Fund’s Directors in conversation with people who bring insights, expertise and real world experience to listeners. Be inspired to break barriers and build futures!   Find out more about the Tasmanian Community Fund at these links: www.tascomfund.org www.facebook.com/TasmanianCommunityFund/ http://www.youtube.com/@tasmaniancommunityfund1782

Episodes

  1. Episode 9 Director Michelle Swallow in conversation with ARACY Chair Shamal Dass

    12/09/2025

    Episode 9 Director Michelle Swallow in conversation with ARACY Chair Shamal Dass

    In Episode 9 of the Breaking Barriers, Building Futures podcast, outgoing Tasmanian Community Fund Director Michelle Swallow has a conversation with ARACY Chair and JBWere Philanthropic Advisor Shamal Dass. They discuss a number of topics, including his journey into philanthropy, how to break down barriers to education, having a social impact and the importance of the not-for-profit sector. Don’t forget to like and subscribe to the Breaking Barriers, Building Futures podcast on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Find out more about the Tasmanian Community Fund at these links: www.tascomfund.org www.facebook.com/TasmanianCommunityFund/ www.instagram.com/tascommunityfund/

    35 min
  2. Episode 8 Director Mike Buckby in conversation with Circular Head community champion Jodie Saville

    08/27/2025

    Episode 8 Director Mike Buckby in conversation with Circular Head community champion Jodie Saville

    In Episode 8 of the Breaking Barriers, Building Futures podcast, Tasmanian Community Fund Director and passionate far north west coast resident Mike Buckby interviews fellow Circular Head community champion Jodie Saville. They have an in-depth conversation about Jodie’s enormous contribution to her local community and what the challenges and opportunities are when living in rural and remote Tasmania. Don’t forget to like and subscribe to the Breaking Barriers, Building Futures podcast on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or Spotify.  Find out more about the Tasmanian Community Fund at these links: www.tascomfund.org www.facebook.com/TasmanianCommunityFund/ www.instagram.com/tascommunityfund/

    25 min
  3. Episode 7 Chairperson Kym Goodes in conversation with new Directors Mike Buckby and Mat Greskie

    06/12/2025

    Episode 7 Chairperson Kym Goodes in conversation with new Directors Mike Buckby and Mat Greskie

    In our 7th episode, we meet our newest arrivals to the TCF Board, Chairperson Kym Goodes and Directors Matt Greske and Mike Buckby. Hear about their passion for the Tasmanian community and what they are looking forward to when working as Directors of the TCF.  Subscribe on Spotify and Apple Podcasts so you can tune in to hear more conversations with people who are making a difference in their communities. Find out more about the Tasmanian Community Fund at these links: www.tascomfund.org.au www.facebook.com/TasmanianCommunityFund/ www.instagram.com/tascommunityfund/ www.youtube.com/@tasmaniancommunityfund1782

    20 min
  4. Episode 6 Stephen Walley in conversation with Sharon Bessel

    04/30/2025

    Episode 6 Stephen Walley in conversation with Sharon Bessel

    In our latest episode, TCF Director Stephen Walley met Australian National University Associate Professor Sharon Bessell to discuss how children and young people learn in engaging and impactful ways, and how we can break down barriers that restrict them.   Subscribe on Spotify and Apple Podcasts so you can tune in to hear more conversations with people who are making a difference in their communities. Find out more about the Tasmanian Community Fund at these links: www.tascomfund.orgwww.facebook.com/TasmanianCommunityFund/www.instagram.com/tascommunityfund/www.youtube.com/@tasmaniancommunityfund1782

    21 min
  5. Episode 5 Rick de Santi in conversation with The Smith Family General Manager Lesley Mackay and Team Leader Ben Blowers

    03/27/2025

    Episode 5 Rick de Santi in conversation with The Smith Family General Manager Lesley Mackay and Team Leader Ben Blowers

    In episode five of the Breaking Barriers, Building Futures Podcast TCF Director Ric de Santi sits down with The Smith Family General Manager Lesley Mackay and Team Leader Ben Blowers to discuss the digital barriers Tasmanian’s are facing. The wide ranging discussion saw the trio discuss the important work The Smith Family is doing to help break down these barriers. Subscribe on Spotify and Apple Podcasts so you can tune in to hear more conversations with people who are making a difference in their communities. Find out more about the Tasmanian Community Fund at these links: www.tascomfund.orgwww.facebook.com/TasmanianCommunityFund/www.instagram.com/tascommunityfund/www.youtube.com/@tasmaniancommunityfund1782

    30 min
  6. Episode 4 Michelle Swallow in conversation with Associate Professor Catherine Robinson from the University of Tasmania

    02/27/2025

    Episode 4 Michelle Swallow in conversation with Associate Professor Catherine Robinson from the University of Tasmania

    In episode four of the Breaking Barriers, Building Futures Podcast TCF Director Michelle Swallow is joined by Associate Professor in Communities and Social Justice Catherine Robinson from the University of Tasmania. They have a fascinating conversation about youth homelessness, education, and the challenges many young Tasmanians are currently facing. Subscribe on Spotify and Apple Podcasts so you can tune in to hear more conversations with people who are making a difference in their communities.  Find out more about the Tasmanian Community Fund at these links: www.tascomfund.orgwww.facebook.com/TasmanianCommunityFund/www.instagram.com/tascommunityfund/www.youtube.com/@tasmaniancommunityfund1782"

    24 min
  7. Episode 3 Sally Darke and Alex McKenzie Farewell Podcast

    12/19/2024

    Episode 3 Sally Darke and Alex McKenzie Farewell Podcast

    In episode three of the Breaking Barriers, Building Futures Podcast, outgoing Chairperson Sally Darke joins outgoing Board Director Alex McKenzie for a conversation reflecting on their time at the Tasmanian Community Fund and their hopes for the Fund, the community sector and Tasmania in the future.  Subscribe on Spotify and Apple Music so you can tune in to hear more conversations with people who are making a difference in their communities. Find out more about the Tasmanian Community Fund at these links: www.tascomfund.orgwww.facebook.com/TasmanianCommunityFund/www.instagram.com/tascommunityfund/www.youtube.com/@tasmaniancommunityfund1782

    37 min
  8. Episode 2 Sally Darke in conversation with the new CEO of City Mission Dr Jo Fearman

    12/13/2024

    Episode 2 Sally Darke in conversation with the new CEO of City Mission Dr Jo Fearman

    In our second episode of the Breaking Barriers, Building Futures Podcast, outgoing Chairperson Sally Darke speaks with the new CEO of City Mission Dr Jo Fearman about her new role and life helping her community. Subscribe on Spotify and Apple Music so you can tune in to hear more conversations with people who are making a difference in their communities. Find out more about the Tasmanian Community Fund at these links: www.tascomfund.orgwww.facebook.com/TasmanianCommunityFund/www.instagram.com/tascommunityfund/www.youtube.com/@tasmaniancommunityfund1782

    25 min
  9. Episode 1 Alex McKenzie in conversation with Dudley Billing

    11/05/2024

    Episode 1 Alex McKenzie in conversation with Dudley Billing

    Tasmanian Community Fund Director Alex McKenzie interviews Circular Head community champion Dudley Billing to find out what drives his passion for helping young people. Join two passionate north west coasters for an inspiring discussion! Find out more about the Tasmanian Community Fund at these links: www.tascomfund.org www.facebook.com/TasmanianCommunityFund/ http://www.youtube.com/@tasmaniancommunityfund1782

    36 min
  • 9 Episodes

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The Tasmanian Community Fund has a vision to Drive systemic change to achieve positive outcomes for all Tasmanians and enable communities to develop, deliver and lead place-based responses to their needs.   Their strategic focus is to increase wellbeing by reducing barriers to learning so our children and young people can be connected and educated.   The Breaking Barriers, Building Futures Podcast sees the Fund’s Directors in conversation with people who bring insights, expertise and real world experience to listeners. Be inspired to break barriers and build futures!   Find out more about the Tasmanian Community Fund at these links: www.tascomfund.org www.facebook.com/TasmanianCommunityFund/ http://www.youtube.com/@tasmaniancommunityfund1782

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