Brain Injury Conversations

Cynthia Burke
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Brain Injury Conversations Podcast

A podcast series exploring surviving, living with and recovery from a brain injury. We will chat with people living with a brain injury, their families and carers. Also medical and allied health professionals and help agencies. Disclaimer: This podcast contains general information only. Consult your healthcare practitioners for specific advice pertaining to your individual circumstances.

  1. Peter Rudland - RSL Ambassador

    FEB 20

    Peter Rudland - RSL Ambassador

    A warning, that for some people, this conversation may be difficult to hear; but it’s a conversation definitely worth listening to as it also gives hope and inspiration. Peter Rudland was involved in an horrific Black Hawke helicopter crash that changed his life. Now he’s very much full of life and humour. He's an Ambassador for the RSL and has co-captained the Australian Team at the Invictus Games.

    59 min
  2. Djen Corben - Art Chat

    FEB 12

    Djen Corben - Art Chat

    Djen was a contributor to the Art after Brain Injury exhibtion held at the Manning Regional Art Gallery. She is recovering from a traumatic brain injury.

    12 min
  3. Djen Corben

    FEB 5

    Djen Corben

    Djen’s survival and recovery from her traumatic brain injury have astounded doctors, family and friends. She describes her ‘new’ life and some of the challenges and wonders it has brought her. Djen was a contributing artist to the “Art after Brain Injury’ exhibition held at the Manning Regional Art Gallery.

    27 min
  4. Scott Pollock - Art chat

    JAN 22

    Scott Pollock - Art chat

    Scott Pollock survived a ruptured brain aneurysm that led to an obsessive spate of painting and drawing - something he had not done before! Scott was a contributor to the 'Art After Brain Injury' exhibition.

    10 min
  5. Scott Pollock - From Aneurysm to Artist

    JAN 22

    Scott Pollock - From Aneurysm to Artist

    Scott Pollock shares his experience of surviving a ruptured brain aneurysm that led to an obsessive spate of painting and drawing - something he had not done before! Scott was a contributing artist to the 'Art after Brain Injury' exhibition held at Manning Regional Art Gallery, NSW.

    20 min
  6. Chris and Andrea Rowsell

    10/19/2022

    Chris and Andrea Rowsell

    Brain injuries take many forms and can change our lives – and the lives of those around us.  This is the one family's story. Chris and Andrea Rowsell's experience in caring for their daughter Lillian is so inspiring. Lillian had life saving brain surgery at just six months of age and  still requires her her parents special care. That care, love and dedication has allowed Lillia to complete primary and high school, enjoy dance lessons and horses – and so many other things a young woman might like to enjoy.

    56 min
  7. Lydia Irving - Nutrition for the Brain

    10/22/2021

    Lydia Irving - Nutrition for the Brain

    Good food and rest is usual remedy for any ailment, and its true for brain injuries too. In this episode we discuss the types of foods and simple healthy treatments that can help support our brain and function. Cynthia talks to Lydia Irving, a nutritionist who aims to help us choose what food to eat and how to best prepare it for optimal nutrient absorption including when there is a big change in our life due to brain injury.

    53 min
  8. James Turner - World Champion Paralympian

    08/23/2021

    James Turner - World Champion Paralympian

    "I want to push the boundaries of what my body can do. When you grow up with a disability, the language is all around what you cannot do. Whereas competing in teh Paralympics is defined by what you can (do)." Paralympian runner James Turner is the best in the world. He's hoping to repeat his world beating performances in the T36 category of the 2021 Tokyo Paralympics. James tells us that he’s always been active despite living with cerebral palsy. He took up ballet, Tai Kwon Do and even football as a child but now running is what he excels at. And his able-bodied, athlete twin sister Hayley has always kept him competitive! "I want to push the boundaries of what my body can do. When you grow up with a disability, the language is all around what you cannot do. Whereas competing in teh Paralympics is defined by what you can (do)."

    41 min
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About

A podcast series exploring surviving, living with and recovery from a brain injury. We will chat with people living with a brain injury, their families and carers. Also medical and allied health professionals and help agencies. Disclaimer: This podcast contains general information only. Consult your healthcare practitioners for specific advice pertaining to your individual circumstances.

Information

  • Creator
    Cynthia Burke
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    13
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Cynthia Burke
  • Show Website
    Brain Injury Conversations

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