On the ARC with Cat Morgan -Aspire Recovery Connection

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On the ARC is a podcast about coming together to share collective wisdom from the lived experience community. We will share stories of lived experience, recovery and explore alternatives to the medical model talking to people who've been there and people who are creating change. The podcast is proudly supported by ARC (Aspire Recovery Connection) ARC is a 100% lived experience organsation, centred on human rights and social justice. They provide a range of NDIS supports, including Recovery Coaching, Peer Support and Counselling. ARC offers human connection and understanding to support healing from mental and emotional distress. https://aspirerecovery.com.au/

  1. 1d ago

    Well Travelled: Adventures in Mental Health and Peer Work Around The World 

    On the ARC Season 3 Episode 2 Well Travelled: Mental Health Adventures and Peer Work Around The World  On this episode of On the ARC, host Cat and guest Robyn, talk about Robyn’s adventures in mental health, with Robyn sharing some of her lived experience story. Robyn also gives an international perspective on peer work, talking about what she thinks Australia can learn from other countries about how peer work is practiced overseas.  If you want to hear more from Robyn and Cat, Cat is a guest on Robyn’s podcast Mastery Vibes: Peer Support Unleashed Podcast, Season 4 Episode 2: Trapped, Not Treated: Compulsory Care, Restraint & the Human Right to Be Heard https://explorationmastery.buzzsprout.com/2527945/episodes/18695064-s2-episode-4-trapped-not-treated-compulsory-care-restraint-the-human-right-to-be-heard If you’d like to get in touch with Robyn, she can be contacted at:  robyn@robynpriest.com On the ARC is a podcast about coming together to share collective wisdom from the lived experience community. We will share stories of lived experience, recovery and explore alternatives to the medical model, talking to people who've been there and people who are creating change. The podcast is proudly supported by ARC (Aspire Recovery Connection) ARC is a lived experience organsation, centred on human rights and social justice. They provide a range of NDIS supports, including Recovery Coaching and Peer Support. ARC offers human connection and understanding to support healing from mental and emotional distress. https://aspirerecovery.com.au/

  2. Oct 2

    Bringing Peer Workers Together - Australian Association of Peer Workers

    Season 3 Episode 1: Bringing Peer Workers Together- Australian Association of Peer Workers  On this episode of On the ARC, host Cat and guest Danni, talk about the newly formed Australian Association of Peer Workers, why it’s been created and what it hopes to achieve for peer workers and organisations in the mental health sector.  About the Australian Association of Peer Workers: The Australian Association of Peer Workers (AAPW) is the national representative and membership body for mental health and suicide prevention peer workers, supporting peer work as a distinct professional practice grounded in lived experience. Established in May 2026, the AAPW brings together the diverse experiences and collective power of the peer workforce to ensure peer work is embedded, valued and invested in across Australia’s mental health system. The AAPW is built by peer workers, for peer workers, to strengthen our voice, advocate for our interests, and provide the resources and connections needed to navigate the sector and thrive in our roles. Through this work, the Association aims to advance recognition, respect and better outcomes for mental health and suicide prevention peer workers and their work across Australia. Find out more: https://www.aapw.org.au/ Also mentioned in this episode: Peer run service “The Healing Space” in Geelong, Victoria run by Mind https://www.mindaustralia.org.au/services/peer-healing-space-geelong On the ARC is a podcast about coming together to share collective wisdom from the lived experience community. We will share stories of lived experience, recovery and explore alternatives to the medical model, talking to people who've been there and people who are creating change. The podcast is proudly supported by ARC (Aspire Recovery Connection) ARC is a lived experience organsation, centred on human rights and social justice. They provide a range of NDIS supports, including Recovery Coaching and Peer Support. ARC offers human connection and understanding to support healing from mental and emotional distress. https://aspirerecovery.com.au/

  3. Apr 24

    Episode 5 Season 2: Finding Our People

    On this episode of On the ARC, co-hosts Jenny and Cat talk about finding and holding onto community, including the importance of accessible communities. Cat also includes various members of the Aspire Recovery Connection community and they talk about where they find community in their lives.  On the ARC is a podcast about coming together to share collective wisdom from the lived experience community. We will share stories of lived experience, recovery and explore alternatives to the medical model, talking to people who've been there and people who are creating change.   The podcast is proudly supported by ARC (Aspire Recovery Connection)   ARC is a 100% lived experience organsation, centred on human rights and social justice. They provide a range of NDIS support, including Recovery Coaching and Peer Support. ARC offers human connection and understanding to support healing from mental and emotional distress.   https://aspirerecovery.com.au/

    Episode 5 Season 2: Finding Our People

  4. Mar 6

    Episode 4 Season 2: Discovering More Everyday

    Show Notes: Episode 4 Season 2 : Discovering More Everyday On this episode of On the ARC, Cat interviews Marian about the experience of discovering her ADHD and how that discovery has been a vital part of her journey towards understanding herself and her place in the world. On the ARC is a podcast about coming together to share collective wisdom from the lived experience community. We share stories of lived experience, recovery and explore alternatives to the medical model, talking to people who've been there and people who are creating change.   The podcast is proudly supported by ARC (Aspire Recovery Connection)   ARC is a 100% lived experience organsation, centred on human rights and social justice. They provide a range of NDIS support, including Recovery Coaching and Peer Support. ARC offers human connection and understanding to support healing from mental and emotional distress.   https://aspirerecovery.com.au/

    Episode 4 Season 2: Discovering More Everyday

  5. Feb 12

    Episode 3 Season 2: Carving a New Path:Lived Experience In Research

    Show Notes: Episode 3 Season 2: Carving a New Path:Lived Experience In Research On this episode of On the ARC, Cat interviews Tanya Mackay about the power of lived experience involvement in research and her career in lived experience spaces.   On the ARC is a podcast about coming together to share collective wisdom from the lived experience community. We will share stories of lived experience, recovery and explore alternatives to the medical model, talking to people who've been there and people who are creating change.   The podcast is proudly supported by ARC (Aspire Recovery Connection)   ARC is a 100% lived experience organsation, centred on human rights and social justice. They provide a range of NDIS support, including Recovery Coaching and Peer Support. ARC offers human connection and understanding to support healing from mental and emotional distress.   https://aspirerecovery.com.au/

    Episode 3 Season 2: Carving a New Path:Lived Experience In Research

  6. Feb 4

    Episode 2 Season 2: Finding Joy in Big Moments and Small

    Show Notes: Episode 2 Season 2: Finding Joy in Big Moments and Small On this episode of On the ARC, Cat interviews Chelsea about where she finds joy and the importance of both self compassion and compassion in mental health services alike.   On the ARC is a podcast about coming together to share collective wisdom from the lived experience community. We will share stories of lived experience, recovery and explore alternatives to the medical model, talking to people who've been there and people who are creating change.   The podcast is proudly supported by ARC (Aspire Recovery Connection)   ARC is a 100% lived experience organsation, centred on human rights and social justice. They provide a range of NDIS support, including Recovery Coaching and Peer Support. ARC offers human connection and understanding to support healing from mental and emotional distress.   https://aspirerecovery.com.au/

    Episode 2 Season 2: Finding Joy in Big Moments and Small

  7. 12/25/2025

    Episode 1 Season 2: Defining Our Stories

    Show Notes: Episode 1 Season 2: Defining Our Stories On this episode of On the ARC, co-hosts Jenny and Cat talk about defining lived experience for them and what it feels like to be "in the mental health system".   On the ARC is a podcast about coming together to share collective wisdom from the lived experience community. We will share stories of lived experience, recovery and explore alternatives to the medical model, talking to people who've been there and people who are creating change.   The podcast is proudly supported by ARC (Aspire Recovery Connection)   ARC is a 100% lived experience organsation, centred on human rights and social justice. They provide a range of NDIS support, including Recovery Coaching and Peer Support. ARC offers human connection and understanding to support healing from mental and emotional distress.   https://aspirerecovery.com.au/

    Episode 1 Season 2: Defining Our Stories

  8. 01/17/2025

    Powerful things to Share- On the ARC Episode 6

    On the ARC Episode 6: Powerful things to Share   On this episode of On the ARC Jenny interviews Cat about the On the ARC project, what's next for the podcast and why lived experience stories are powerful to share. We also touch on labels, diagnosis and the importance of building identity outside of the experience of distress and experiences with mental health. Stay tuned for season 2 of On the ARC, coming later in 2025. On the ARC is proudly sponsored by ARC (Aspire Recovery Connection). ARC is a 100% lived experience organisation, centred on human rights and social justice. They provide a range of NDIS supports, including recovery coaching, peer support and counselling. ARC offers human connection and understanding to support healing from mental and emotional distress. Find out more about Aspire Recovery Connection https://aspirerecovery.com.au/

    Powerful things to Share- On the ARC Episode 6
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On the ARC is a podcast about coming together to share collective wisdom from the lived experience community. We will share stories of lived experience, recovery and explore alternatives to the medical model talking to people who've been there and people who are creating change. The podcast is proudly supported by ARC (Aspire Recovery Connection) ARC is a 100% lived experience organsation, centred on human rights and social justice. They provide a range of NDIS supports, including Recovery Coaching, Peer Support and Counselling. ARC offers human connection and understanding to support healing from mental and emotional distress. https://aspirerecovery.com.au/

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