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Pieces of the Mind.Matika Carmichael – For the Ones Who Keep Showing UpMatika Carmichael – Showing Up for Community, Through Grief and Grit In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, we’re joined by Matika Carmichael — or Teek, as she’s known to many. Raised in the country town of Injune and now living on a cattle property near Condamine with her husband Ben, Teek is someone who wears many hats and wears them well. From running her own fitness program The Move Club, to working as a trainer for Dedikate, and balancing a finance job on the side, she’s a powerhouse with a passion for community.But behind...2025-07-1441 minPieces of the Mind.Turtle Marriott - What You Don’t SeeI am joined by James Marriott, or as most people call him, Turtle.Turtle is one of those people who just has this positive energy about him. He’s deeply grounded, especially when it comes to the bush, and he carries that strength into all parts of his life. He’s a proud dad to four — Sophie, Elke, Alice, and Lachie — and he’s married to the wonderful Nicky. Together, they’ve built a beautiful life and run a family business up in Brisbane.Turtle’s story actually starts back in South Austr...2025-06-2950 minPieces of the Mind.Dietitian Kerri Carmichael - Can What You Eat Help with Anxiety and DepressionKerri Carmichael is a passionate dietitian and devoted foodie with deep roots in rural Queensland. Raised on a cattle property 60km outside of Augathella, Kerri developed a strong connection to the land, the outdoors, and the importance of nourishing both body and mind through wholesome food and balanced living.With extensive experience spanning inpatient wards and outpatient clinics, Kerri now brings her expertise to her own private practice, offering flexible, online consultations to suit busy lifestyles. She is committed to helping clients overcome low energy, persistent gut symptoms, and the overwhelming confusion around food choices.2025-06-0239 minPieces of the Mind.Craig Hamilton - The PromiseToday, we’re honoured to be joined by one of Australia’s most respected mental health advocates — Craig Hamilton. From a high-flying career with ABC Sport to confronting his own battles with bipolar disorder, Craig's story is one of resilience, courage, and transformation. In this powerful conversation, Craig opens up about the darkest moments of his life, the pivotal moment he chose to speak out, and the promise he made — to himself and to others — to break the silence around mental illness.We explore his diagnosis of bipolar disorder, the turning points that shaped his recovery, an...2025-04-2753 minPieces of the Mind.Ben Dobbin - Amplifying the BushIn this episode, we sit down with one of Australia’s most iconic voices — Ben "Dobbo" Dobbin. You know him from Triple M’s The Rush Hour, his footy commentary, and his passion for raising the voices of rural Australians. But beyond the microphone, Dobbo is a family man of five, navigating life both in the spotlight and out in the bush, where things are never quite as easy as they seem.Dobbo opens up about the highs and lows of living in the bush while juggling the we...2025-04-1344 min
Rural Queensland Today with Ben DobbinFULL SHOW 10th APRIL 2025Rural Queensland Today, Thursday 10th April: Tim Driscoll, Peter Badel, Annie Henwood2025-04-1038 minRural Queensland Today with Ben DobbinAnnie Henwood – Pieces of the Mind podcast new series (10 April)Annie Henwood talks to Ben about the latest series of her podcast, Pieces of the Mind2025-04-1005 minPieces of the Mind.Jye Currie - 'Behind the Lens'Meet Jye Currie, the talented Australian filmmaker behind The Promise – a powerful documentary that brings crucial mental health issues in Australia to the forefront. With his extensive travels across over 50 countries, Jye’s diverse experiences have shaped his passion for using film to address societal challenges. In this heartfelt discussion, he opens up about the journey of creating The Promise and how the film has sparked vital conversations on mental health, inspiring real change.Jye’s mission is simple: through the art of filmmaking, he aims to unite these stories and create a movemen...2025-03-3143 minPieces of the Mind.Opening the Conversation: Welcome to season 4!Welcome to the fourth season of Pieces of the Mind!Every second Monday we will be bringing you a new episode to kickstart your week. This season expect: We're bringing fresh perspectives, creative minds, and guests who are willing to be vulnerable and open up in ways that will touch hearts and spark growth. This season is all about diving into the deep stuff – the highs, the lows, and everything in between. It’s about mindset, and how we can all strive to be the best versions of ourselves.After...2025-03-2504 minPieces of the Mind.Annie Henwood - Wrapping up 2023This episode is dedicated to the year 2023 (season finale of season three). Well what a year that was first of all a big thank you to the guests that were willing to come onto the podcast this year. Many insights, life stories and wisdom from each guest in different walks of their life. This episode involves goal setting, the power of being grateful in everyday life and overall the power of giving to others that can empower ourselves in more ways than one. 2023-12-2135 minPieces of the Mind.Darius Boyd - PURPOSEAustralian professional rugby league footballer Darius Boyd... one of Australia’s most decorated players to date. Darius has played for the Brisbane Broncos, St George Illawarra, Newcastle knights as well as this played many State of origin matches and has represented Australia at an International level. Many of you listening would have watched him play either from your televisions or in grandstands over the years. He is a force to be reckoned in more ways than one. His story will take you on a journey. Darius’ NRL career is the side most Australians get to see but if you are...2023-09-2646 minPieces of the Mind.Karen Sullivan - Breast Cancer journeyToday we are talking about the most common cancer for women in Australia; that being Breast Cancer. Before we delve into this topic with a breast cancer survivor I would like to acknowledge the women amongst us that we have lost to this battle, those of you that have either undergone treatment or currently doing so and also to the loved ones that have come face to face with the reality of this disease. Please remember it is vital to be proactive and get your annual checks completed because as our guest will mention early detection does sa...2023-07-1954 minPieces of the Mind.Dr Peter Swindle - Prostate CancerDr Peter Swindle is one of Australia’s leading urologists that specialises in prostate cancer. Dr Swindle has helped many men within Australia and many of them being famers. This topic was bought to my attention as I have seen the effects it can not only have on the person struggling but also loved ones around them. Prostate is a serious and deadly disease that not only effects the body but also ones mental health. This episode with provide you with knowledge and explain the overall effects it can have on a person both mentally and physically. 2023-05-0544 minPieces of the Mind.Warren Davies - The Unbreakable FarmerWarren Davies is also known as "The Unbreakable Farmer" a mental health advocate, keynote speaker, farmer and family man. Warren talks all things today from bullying in his younger years, financial struggles, family struggles relating to business, pressures of life on the land and more. This episode is extremely relatable for many country people as well as many others. If you would like to contact Warren or listen to him speak simply type into your search bar "The Unbreakable Farmer" or follow on intagram. 2023-04-1955 minPieces of the Mind.Olivia Soha "Uncovery" - Eating Disorder recoveryThis episode we have Olivia Soha the director of a mental health andeating disorder service called Uncovery. Olivia is one of Australia’s certified eatingdisorder coach based in Melbourne. This phenomenal service offers a wide range ofsupport and education around the eating disorders. Olivia is a Carolyn Costininstitute certified eating disorder coach and from her own struggles has used this tohelp many other Australians in the same situation.2023-03-0855 minPieces of the Mind.Ella Kolomyjec - PTSD, Sexual assault and ADHD* On this episode of POTM our guest will talk all things such as Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, her experience with Sexual Assault and ADHD. Ella Kolomyjec is the guest on episode 2 of season 3. Ella has used her mental health struggles as a "silver lining" in order to share her knowledge and passion for mental health across Australia. A Perth based author along with a lovely being she will talk to us all about her experience with mental health the hospital systems and Edition 2 of the Forth Magazine. This is a monologue written by Ella: ...2023-02-2145 minPieces of the Mind.Ben Dobbin - Rural Mental HealthAttention (In this episode Dobbo talks about his personal mental health battles with depression, marriage breakdowns and finding ways to deal with past trauma in a healthier manner). To kick start Season three of Pieces of the Mind we have the one and only Ben Dobbin. Most people would call him the voice of Rural Queensland having been on our radios for a number of years. Having spoken myself with Dobbo prior to this interview on “Rural Queensland Today” and over the phone it is evident what a big heart and the passion he has for the c...2023-01-1249 minPieces of the Mind.David Graham - Sexuality and the "Rufftrack" charityToday on pieces of the mind we have a guest that I know will bring a light-hearted and charismatic presence to the podcast. David Graham is our guest today; some of you may know him as Farmer Dave from Big Brother on the channel 7 show or Dave the founder of the life-changing charity “Rufftrack”. Dave is a bushie having grown up in rural Australia; much like many bushies he has seen the worst of droughts, floods and the impact mental health can have on everyday people. Dave took to our screen to change Australia’s view on being gay and...2022-10-261h 06Pieces of the Mind.Libby Trickett - Post-natal depression & navigating lifeOur guest today does not need much of an introduction as she is one Australia’s golden girls. A gold medallist at the 2004, 2008 and 2012 summer Olympics as well as this competing at commonwealth games and representing Australia many times in her career. Have you guessed it yet? Libby Trickett! Libby is an author as she published her own book called “Beneath the surface” which talks about her career, highs and lows; and overall is captivating story. Last but most definitely not least Libby is a mother to three beautiful daughters and wife to former swimmer Luke Tricket...2022-09-1456 min