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Challenging the mainstream, negative stereotypes of people with a mental illness, Brainwaves actively engages those living with a mental illness as researchers, interviewers, performers and program designers while promoting community mental health awareness.

  1. 1D AGO

    Beyond the Visual Part 2

    Beyond the Visual is the UK’s first major sculpture exhibition where blind and partially blind practitioners are central to its curation, and make up most of the exhibitors. The work is based on ground-breaking research that challenges the dominance of sight in the making and appreciation of art. The project is led by Professor Ken Wilder and Dr. Aaron McPeake who are today’s guests on our radio show, Brainwaves. Over the next two episodes, Ken and Aaron talk to host Mark about access to the arts for disabled people, in particular blind people. Ken Wilder's Website: https://www.kenwilderartist.com/(link is external) Aaron McPeake's Website: https://www.aaronmcpeake.com/index.html(link is external) More information about the exhibition can be found here: Henry Moore Foundation(link is external) An open source PDF of Beyond the Visual: Multisensory Modes of beholding art by Ken Wilder and Aaron McPeake can be accessed here: Beyond the Visual

  2. NOV 5

    Beyond the Visual Part 1

    Beyond the Visual is the UK’s first major sculpture exhibition where blind and partially blind practitioners are central to its curation, and make up most of the exhibitors. The work is based on ground-breaking research that challenges the dominance of sight in the making and appreciation of art. The project is led by Professor Ken Wilder and Dr. Aaron McPeake who are today’s guests on our radio show, Brainwaves. Over the next two episodes, Ken and Aaron talk to host Mark about access to the arts for disabled people, in particular blind people. Ken Wilder's Website: https://www.kenwilderartist.com/ Aaron McPeake's Website: https://www.aaronmcpeake.com/index.html More information about the exhibition can be found here: Henry Moore Foundation An open source PDF of Beyond the Visual: Multisensory Modes of beholding art by Ken Wilder and Aaron McPeake can be accessed here: Beyond the Visual

  3. SEP 17

    Osher Günsberg joins Brainwaves to talk about his new book "So What, Now What?"

    When life hits you with wave after wave of problems, you either start going under, or you learn how to surf. At this point, media personality Osher Günsberg asks ‘So What? Now What? — it's also the title of his new book and his guide to getting unstuck. He will talk with host Flic Manning about his mental health journey and latest book.

  4. SEP 3

    Writer Nathan Bell joins us on Brainwaves this week

    Writer and artist Nathan Bell explores his lived experience of mental health challenges including psychosis, combined with his spiritual beliefs, through his work. This includes mysticism and shamanism. You can discover Nathan's other work by following the links below: Facebook https://www.facebook.com/NathanBellArtist Instagram https://www.instagram.com/newcastleartresistance  YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@nathanbelltherevolutionari4375 Redbubble https://www.redbubble.com/people/modernculturenw/shop

  5. AUG 27

    A chat with clinical psychologist Natalie from Bayside Psychotherapy about mental health in the AFL

    Mark catches with with clinical psychologist Natalie from Bayside Psychotherapy to discuss growing up with the AFL and why she believes a dedicated mental health round ought to be introduced to the game. The article referred to in the podcast can be found by following the link below:Is It Time For The AFL To Cast A Mental Health Awareness Round?

  6. JUL 23

    A chat with singer-songwriter Jen Frank

    Mark sits down with singer-songwriter Jen Frank to discuss all things mental health and her upcoming EP 'Friend Zone'. More music and news about Jen Frank can be found in the linktree below:Linktree

  7. JUL 16

    Sasha from Trans Action Network

    Sasha is a trans advocate with the Trans Action Network (TAN) in Naarm. They will have a chat with Mark about the lesser known challenges facing transgender people, especially those in the early stages of medical transition.

  8. JUL 9

    Woodcock Lecture - Reimagining Mental Health: Dignity, Humanity and the Power of Lived Experience - Part 4

    Part 2 of a panel discussion led by Mary o'Hagen, Director of Lived Experience at Wellways, on the shared role we play in building a more compassionate mental health system. The panellists of this discussion include Giancarlo de Vera, Maria Katsonis, and Associate Professor Harry Hill.

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Challenging the mainstream, negative stereotypes of people with a mental illness, Brainwaves actively engages those living with a mental illness as researchers, interviewers, performers and program designers while promoting community mental health awareness.

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  • Creator
    Members of Wellways Australia
  • Years Active
    2011 - 2025
  • Episodes
    365
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    Brainwaves

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