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Episode 58 – Staying afloat with Libby Trickett

Olympic gold medallist tells Aussies to take care of mental health.

Your shout podcast

Each fortnight, RACQ’s Deb Eccleston will be having a chat with a fellow Queenslander whose story is sure to amaze and inspire.

Episode 57 - Becoming mindful with Jon Unal

Mindfulness coach John Unal’s struggles led him to empower others.

Empowering women with Sandy Venn-Brown

Zonta Governor Sandy Venn-Brown joins Your Shout to discuss how Zonta changes the lives of women worldwide.

RACQ International Women’s Day Fun Run with Jen Dalton

Mater Health Services Clinical Nurse Consultant Jen Dalton joins Your Shout to discuss breast cancer and why you should run for a healthy cause.

Helping kids to speak up with Rachel Downie

Queensland’s 2020 Australian of the Year Rachel Downie joins Your shout to discuss why children don’t feel empowered to speak up.

Catching snakes with Julia Baker

Queensland snake catcher Julia Baker joins Your shout to discuss her fascination with the scaly reptiles.

Robots of the future with Peter Corke

Australian roboticist Peter Corke joins Your shout to talk about his research into robotic vision and what the future holds for automation.

Christmas special: Surviving the festive season

Tips on staying safe on the road, keeping the kids entertained and budgeting this Christmas.

Rising above with Ian Gillespie

Outgoing RACQ CEO Ian Gillespie joins Your shout to talk about hard work, health problems and his remarkable 13-year legacy at RACQ.

Saving the Great Barrier Reef with Steven Robbins

Marine biologist, Steven Robbins, joins Your shout to talk about his work saving one of Australia’s amazing natural wonders.

Living healthy with David Gillespie

Author and health advocate, David Gillespie, has dedicated his life to answering the age-old question – how can we lead healthier lives?

Sun, surf and sand with Ann-Sophie Sullivan

Keeping Queenslanders safe at the beach is all in a day’s work for Surf Life Saving ambassador Ann-Sophie Sullivan.

Red frogs with Andy Gourley

Red Frogs founder, Andy Gourley, drops by to chat on Your shout as they gear up for another Schoolies week.

Death defying stunts with Gary Reid

As stunt director for some of Queensland’s biggest theme parks, Gary Reid has every kid’s dream job.

Cliff diving with Xantheia Pennisi

She may only be 20 years old but Xantheia Pennisi is achieving feats that many of us can only dream about.

Surviving breast cancer with Deb Eccleston

In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Your shout’s Deb Eccleston opens up about her fight with one of Australia’s deadliest diseases.

Crocs and conservation with Terri Irwin

Queensland’s croc wrangling queen of conservation, Terri Irwin, talks to Your shout about why we all need to show Australia’s largest reptile a bit more love.

Making the perfect ice cream with Grant Lew

Calling all dessert lovers – Your shout talks to Grant Lew of Lick! Ice Cream.

From the bush to the big city with Dave Graham

Fresh from his EkkaNITES performance, Queensland golden boy Dave Graham joins Your shout to talk about his journey from outback kid to Aussie entertainer.

Phil Brown, the Kowloon Kid

From the streets of Kowloon, Hong Kong, to the pages of The Courier Mail as Arts Editor – Phil Brown has lived a life that’s anything but ordinary.

Supplying the world’s best ginger with Andrew Bond

Buderim Ginger CEO Andrew Bond shares how Buderim Ginger became the largest supplier of the world’s best ginger.

Strong bones with Professor Belinda Beck

Founder of The Bone Clinic, Professor Belinda Beck shares simple tips to help to ward off osteoporosis and keep your bones healthy.

Empowering future generations with Tanya Meessmann

Founder of Girl Shaped Flames, Tanya Meessmann, is on a mission to fire up our next generation of young women.

Ekka special: A behind-the-scenes look at the strawberry sundae

Find out what it takes to make the perfect strawberry sundae and how Queensland’s iconic ice cream helps fund vital medical research.

Driving into the future with Dr Rebecca Michael

Your shout talks to RACQ Head of Public Policy Dr Rebecca Michael about the future of mobility in Queensland.

Paying it forward with Michael Hornby

Prince Charles Hospital Foundation CEO Michael Hornby shares what the hospital is doing in the area of organ donation and transplantation.

Blending cultures with Jun Chen

Get to know artist Jun Chen, the man behind the 2019 Archibald Prize finalist painting of Queensland Ballet’s Li Cunxin.

Investing in people with Steve Baxter

Shark Tank investor Steve Baxter knows that the key to a good investment is backing people over ideas.

Learning to listen and speak with Dr Dimity Dornan

Hear and Say founder, Dr Dimity Dornan, has helped thousands of young Australians hear for the first time with cochlear ear implants.

Connecting communities with Nic Marchesi

Nic Marchesi and Lucas Patchett were only 20 years old when they began Orange Sky to help give dignity back to homeless Queenslanders.

Finding the ghosts of Brisbane with Jack Sim

Horror enthusiast Jack Sim has spent his life uncovering Brisbane’s haunted history and paranormal past.

Determination and embracing change with Li Cunxin Pt 1 and 2

Queensland Ballet Artistic Director Li Cunxin talks to Your shout about his journey from poverty-stricken peasant in rural China to a world-famous ballet superstar.

Ending endometriosis with Jessica Taylor

Endometriosis Association (QENDO) president Jessica Taylor talks to Your shout about the invisible disease that affects more than 200,000 Australian women.

Road to recovery with Daryl Elliott Green

Following a spate of horrific attacks on Queensland Police, including the death of Police Dog Kaleb, we speak to an officer who has experienced firsthand the dangers of protecting Queenslanders.