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Your Nurse Voice Matters🎙️ Episode 15 Di Riddell - Confidence, Courage, Stories, and Nursing Wisdom 🎙️This week, I’m thrilled to introduce the incredible Di Riddell — confidence coach, speaker, author, and proud retired nurse. With a career spanning decades, Di brings heart, humour, and wisdom to our conversation about nursing then and now.
✨ Key takeaways from our chat:
Nursing in the '60s was nothing like today — uniforms, rules, and the matron’s eyes were intense!
Di’s wild ride from trainee nurse to stepmum of four at age 24 — and how she found her way back to nursing.
Why your voice matters — and how confidence isn’t a trophy on the wall but an energy...2025-07-2823 minYour Nurse Voice MattersEpisode 14 – Joanne Glover - Leadership. Fast Clarity, Real ImpactIn this high-value episode, we chat with Joanne Glover —a senior management executive with a powerful story and a clear passion for supporting nurses. Jo breaks down big leadership lessons into fast, relatable insights that will shift your thinking. You'll hear about:
The defining moment that sparked her path
Quick mindset shifts that helped her navigate career changes
How to lead teams with clarity, courage, and ease
Practical strategies for supporting nurses through tough transitions
What real, effective leadership feels like in action
And just before we wrap, Jo shares a golden nugget—a must-hear insight for anyo...2025-07-1420 min
Your Nurse Voice MattersEpisode 13 - Joff Ylarde. Beyond Burnout. Health, Courage, and Taking ControlBurnout, shift work, metabolic chaos—sound familiar? In this eye-opening episode of Your Nurse Voice Matters, we chat with RN and health coach Joff Ylarde, who takes us behind the scrubs and into the heart of a personal health transformation. Jof shares the raw reality of being a nurse who gave everything to the job—until his health forced him to hit pause.
Now 40 kilos lighter and off medication, Joff helps other nurses reclaim their energy, focus, and confidence through lifestyle change and low-carb nutrition. He opens up about shift snacks, stress coping, and how unspoken burnout cree...2025-06-3020 minYour Nurse Voice MattersEpisode 12 - Sue Cosgrove. Leading with Heart. Unfolding a nursing legacy.In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Sue Cosgrove—a nurse whose leadership journey began not in a boardroom, but in the heart of her rural community.
With decades of experience across clinical care and executive roles, Sue shares how values like compassion, advocacy, and connection have shaped her career. From the early days on the floor to navigating major systemic changes, she speaks candidly about the challenges of supporting teams, leading through crisis, and staying true to her purpose. Sue’s wisdom is grounded in lived experience, and her reflections offer clarity and strength to nurs...2025-06-1636 minYour Nurse Voice MattersEpisode 11 - Kylie Craven. Raw, Real, Resilient LeadershipIn this powerful episode, we meet Kylie Craven—The Real and Raw Nurse Mentor—whose journey from burnout to breakthrough is nothing short of inspiring. From failing high school to becoming a respected clinical leader in fast-paced emergency departments, Kylie's path proves that where you start doesn’t define where you can go.
After 16 years on the frontline, she hit stage 12 burnout—battling chronic pain, depression, and a system that prioritised KPIs over compassion.
Replaced before she even left the hospital, Kylie knew it was time for a change. She didn’t just recover—she reinvented...2025-06-0734 minYour Nurse Voice MattersEpisode 10 Wendy Trevarthen - It takes Courage to be a NurseIn this final episode of the current series of Your Nurse Voice Matters, Wendy reflects on the courageous stories shared by guests throughout the season.
Episodes covered topics from personal transitions, burnout recovery, and wellness advocacy, to advancing nursing roles and addressing challenging healthcare issues like dementia and voluntary assisted dying.
Wendy closes with a heartfelt passage titled It Takes Courage to Be a Nurse, sharing personal experiences that highlight the emotional, ethical, and professional challenges nurses face daily.
The episode serves as an invitation for more nurses to share their stories, fostering...2025-05-1211 minYour Nurse Voice MattersEpisode 9 - Sandi Hadden - Journey to Nurse Practitioner/Advocate for Voluntary Assisted Dying/Patient ChoiceSandi Hadden’s Journey to Nurse Practitioner & Advocacy for Voluntary Assisted Dying, Courage, Palliative Care, and Advocating for Patient Choice.
In this episode, we sit down with Sandi, a dedicated Nurse Practitioner specializing in Aged and Palliative Care. Sandi takes us through her inspiring and determined journey—from training at the Royal Children’s Hospital in Melbourne in 1984 to navigating roles in general medical nursing, oncology, and eventually, palliative care.
Her experience working with cancer patients facing end-of-life care deeply influenced her career path. She shares how she knocked on doors to secure her first pallia...2025-04-2120 minYour Nurse Voice MattersEpisode 8 Celeste Cleary - Thriving in Work and Life, Boost Well-Being, Build Resilience, and Thrive at WorkAre you feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or struggling to find balance in your work and life? In this episode, we sit down with Celeste Cleary, a powerhouse in emotional intelligence, well-being, and workplace transformation. With over 30 years of experience as a Registered Nurse and health coach across regional, rural, and remote Queensland and Canada, Celeste understands the unique challenges professionals face.
Celeste shares how individuals and organisations can build emotionally intelligent teams, reduce stress, and create healthier, more engaged workplaces. Through dynamic workshops, coaching, and leadership strategies, Celeste empowers teams to reduce turnover, boost productivity, and thrive.2025-04-0726 minYour Nurse Voice MattersEpisode 7 - John Rosenberg - Compassion and ConnectionWelcome to today’s episode, where we dive into the heart of nursing—compassion and connection. I’m Wendy Trevarthen, and joining me is the incredible John Rosenberg, a nursing leader whose career has been defined by his deep commitment to caring for others, through direct clinical work, research and teaching/mentoring.
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John has spent decades shaping the way we think about nursing, emphasizing the vital role of human connection. From his early days at the bedside to influencing healthcare policies, his career highlights include groundbreaking initiatives that have strengthened patient-nurse relationships and improved outcomes.
 ...2025-03-2425 minYour Nurse Voice MattersEpisode 6 - Toni Simpson - A Lifelong Advocate for Dementia Care – Toni’s StoryWith over 40 years in nursing, Toni has dedicated her career to improving care for older adults and people living with dementia. As the first Nurse Practitioner in Aged Care and Delirium within the acute hospital system, she pioneered new ways to support some of the most vulnerable patients. From community health to palliative care, Toni’s experience is vast, but her passion remains the same—ensuring that patients are always at the centre of care.
After leaving Queensland Health in 2021, she took on a new challenge as an NDIS Support Worker, focusing on younger-onset dementia. Even in reti...2025-03-1024 minYour Nurse Voice MattersEpisode 5 - Claire Kelly - Tranisitioning Life after CancerClaire Kelly is a highly experienced specialist cancer nurse, HCANZA Accredited Health & Wellness Coach, and Cancer Wellness Coach's founder. With over 3 decades of clinical experience, specialising in cancer, women’s health, and evidence-based health and wellness.
With an extensive career in oncology and palliative care, Claire has a reputation as a clinical leader and has led a range of national supportive care programs and innovative cancer and palliative care support programs in Australia and UK and has led and published research studies.
Claire was recognised as one of the UK’s Top 10 Cancer Nurses and has...2025-02-2323 minYour Nurse Voice MattersEpisode 4 - Christine Boucher - Wellness WorxChristine Boucher spent over 20 years working in the healthcare industry as a
Registered Nurse, specialising in Cardio-thoracic Intensive Care, travelling
internationally working in England, France and the USA. Transitioning from nurse to health coach she is the CEO of her company Wellness Worx, working with Government organisations, small and medium businesses designing and delivering their strategic 12-month Health and Well-Being Plans. Facilitating a fleet of wellness workshops and coaching individuals, and leadership teams to build strong team dynamics, optimally performing individuals and healthy organisational cultures.
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Christine resides by the beautiful lakes o...2025-02-0919 minYour Nurse Voice MattersEpisode 3 Michelle Gordon - From Burnout to ThrivingMichelle is a registered nurse with almost 3 decades of experience in Australia's busiest emergency and critical care units. Alongside her demanding career, she faced the challenges of managing a new family business and raising three young children, which brought about stress and anxiety.
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Michelle continued to work hard, care for everyone else and one day found herself in the depths of stage 12 burnout and suffering severe health issues including alcoholism. With her husband away and their children still asleep, this moment Michelle realized she needed to change her life or face dire consequences.
 ...2025-01-2618 minYour Nurse Voice MattersEpisode 2 Anne James -The Heart of Transition. Reflections from a Nurse's JourneyJoin host Wendy Trevathan from Brisbane, Australia, on 'Your Nurse Voice Matters' as she interviews her sister, Anne James, a retired Registered Nurse with over four decades of experience.
Anne shares her extensive nursing journey, from her initial training in 1978 to her pioneering work in nurse-led chronic disease management clinics. The discussion delves into pivotal moments such as their father's illness, which inspired both sisters to pursue and stay within nursing for over four decades.
Anne also discusses her personal battle with chronic autoimmune conditions and how it led her to write her memoir and...2025-01-1927 minYour Nurse Voice MattersEpisode 1 Wendy Trevarthen -Who Are You?Welcome to Your Nurse Voice Matters, the podcast where inspiration meets education, and advocacy drives transformation. I’m Wendy Trevarthen, your host and a proud retired nurse with over 36 years in public health. My journey began when my father’s battle with a life-threatening illness inspired me to pursue a career in nursing. Since then, I’ve dedicated my life to supporting nurses as they navigate their careers and advocate for their patients.
I want to share why Your Nurse Voice Matters was created in this first episode. This podcast is a space for us to connect, reflec...2025-01-1917 minYour Nurse Voice MattersYour Nurse Voice Matters Introduction🎉 Welcome to the very first episode of my podcast! 🎉
This is a space where we celebrate nurses—the heart of healthcare. You’ll hear inspiring stories from nurses across all walks of life, each with a unique journey that often hasn’t been easy but is always impactful. Together, we’ll uncover the triumphs, challenges, and truths of this incredible caring profession.
In every episode, you’ll gain insights from expert nurses in their fields and hear heartfelt messages they’re eager to share with the world. But we’re not stopping there—we’ll also feature voices from...2025-01-1902 min
Natasa Denman - Ultimate 48 Hour AuthorDear Nurse Me...TransitionsMonday morning live with Natasa Denman featuring one of her amazing authors and marketing strategists, Wendy Trevarthen.
Wendy Trevarthen is a nurse and a three-time published author. She mentors frustrated nurses in their current roles toward career success using her 5-step Nursing Career Navigator Program, which guides them from identifying their dream job to thriving in their new profession. The course outline is as follows:
1. Discover Your Dream Job: Break free from the confusion and overwhelm of career indecision. This module helps you align your true passions and skills...2024-10-0727 min
Take A MOment - with Moana RobinsonEpisode 12: "From Adversity to Authorship" A Woman's Triumph Over Grief, Divorce and Career Transition - featuring Wendy TrevarthenIn this powerful interview, Moana sits down with Wendy Trevarthen, a remarkable woman who has faced not one, but three life-altering challenges with unwavering strength and determination.
Wendy's life took an unexpected turn at the young age of 17, when her father fell critically ill, leaving him quadriplegic and dependent on others for even the most basic tasks, like breathing. This once-heroic figure who had been the backbone of their family was now in need of constant care and support. Despite the adversity, Wendy's family rallied around her father, providing love and care throughout his struggle, but he...2023-08-1119 min
Natasa Denman - Ultimate 48 Hour AuthorMidlife Mojo - Your 3 Shortcuts to HappinessMonday morning live with Natasa Denman featuring one of her 2-time published Authors and also part of the Ultimate 48 Hour Author Team, Wendy Trevarthen. Â
Wendy prides herself in empowering others to achieve their highest values in life and enhances motivation, achievement, and success. She is a Registered Nurse and has had an extensive career in the health sector, across clinical, middle management, and educator roles. Â Â
Wendy has been the recipient of many Awards with the Queensland Cancer Council, including study at the Royal Marsden Hospital in London. She is the author of two books, MidLife Moj...2022-06-2028 min
Empowered to ShineBreaking the Habit with Wendy TrevarthenDo you have a habit you can't kick? Coffee, Chocolate, Alcohol Our habits are generally underlying issues that we can't or won't address which can lead to a state of dis-ease. Today's guest Wendy Trevarthen became a wellness coach after watching a family tragedy unfold. She helps her clients to uncover what they are seeking comfort from, address it, and find healthy options they can learn to live with. 2021-08-1523 min