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Roses Radio is a podcast series of frank discussions with courageous people who have a lived experience of suicide . We hope the conversations help those who are trying to understand suicide and for many , to understand their own experience. Each episode has its own unique perspective and all encompassing view of suicide irrespective of the place from which you view it. Join us today for a deeply personal and sometimes confronting journey that we hope will leave you feeling inspired and uplifted
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Jon Eddy Interview with Andrea Gibbs from ABC
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South Sudanese Community, South East Melbourne: COVID Challenges, Community & Care w/ Sarah Berberi
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Roses in the Ocean is proud to share a series of videos developed to explore the challenges that COVID-19 has presented for the South Sudanese community in Melbourne’s south east and how communities can support recovery. These videos have been developed as part of the Place-Based Suicide Prevention trials delivered by South Eastern Melbourne Primar…
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South Sudanese Community, South East Melbourne: COVID Challenges, Community & Care with Dr Santino
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Roses in the Ocean is proud to share a series of videos developed to explore the challenges that COVID-19 has presented for the South Sudanese community in Melbourne’s south east and how communities can support recovery. These videos have been developed as part of the Place-Based Suicide Prevention trials delivered by South Eastern Melbourne Primar…
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At 15 years old Elissa experienced her own challenges, which led to her making an attempt on her own life. Then, 11 years ago, she lost her younger brother to suicide. Elissa discusses resilience, the importance of family and the pragmatism of motherhood. Roses Radio is a podcast series of open and frank discussions with courageous people who have …
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After the death by suicide of her 12-year-old son, Alex was confronted by grief and, unfortunately the judgement of others as to her grieving process. An accomplished musician and performer, Alex has channelled her grief into music and storytelling that has resulted in numerous uplifting exchanges. Roses Radio is a podcast series of open and frank …
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The death by suicide of Amanda’s father – a senior Police Officer in South Australia - was an unusually public affair. Rather than sweeping it under the carpet, Amanda actively sought ways to use her lived experience of suicide to help others who may be in crisis. Roses Radio is a podcast series of open and frank discussions with courageous people …
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Five years ago, Andrew was confronted by loss and grief for the first time in his life. The death of his 22-year-old brother James to suicide challenged Andrew’s understanding of mental health and suicide, his faith and his behaviour as a male of the species. Andrew has since chosen a path of education and enlightenment to challenge the way men und…
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When she was just 10 years old, Bridgit lost her father to suicide. Later in life she experienced her own suicidal ideation. As a child bereaved by suicide and a mother experiencing her own suicidality, Bridgit shares her insights on the effects of suicide on children. Roses Radio is a podcast series of open and frank discussions with courageous pe…
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Growing up in a small rural community comes with its own pros and cons. When Danica’s brother Matthew died by suicide in 2016, the pitfalls of a small-town became more evident. Danica discusses isolation, stigma, myths, and the downside of people’s reactions to suicide. She offers solutions for those comforting bereaved individuals as well as what …
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A single farmer, living alone, isolated and remote with too much time to think about life’s challenges. Kym’s story is likely quite common in rural and regional Australia. Kym discusses the importance of connections and sharing with the right people in your life, whether they are a professional, a member of your family, or in Kym’s case, a fellow f…
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Over the past decade Sandy’s daughter has experienced suicidal ideation and made several attempts on her own life. Sandy discusses the challenges of a broken system and the need for alternatives to emergency departments and clinical interventions. Roses Radio is a podcast series of open and frank discussions with courageous people who have a lived …
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Best mates Tom and Adam ‘grew into men with each other’ until six years ago when Adam took his own life. Tom discusses the grieving process, the darkness, and the supportive family, friends and colleagues around him who helped him manage his grief and regain hope. Roses Radio is a podcast series of open and frank discussions with courageous people …
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Cheryl’s son Andy has had more than his fair share of life challenges. At 19 he served jail time before restarting his adventurous life in the world of freestyle motocross. A tragic accident left Andy paraplegic and once again contemplating suicide. Cheryl shares the brave mindset that has allowed her to maintain her vital role as mother and carer.…
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Following the death by suicide of her husband Russell, Kristy - a mother of six – was faced with the stigma and taboo of talking about suicide. Kristy shares her journey and how her brood gave her resilience and hope. Roses Radio is a podcast series of open and frank discussions with courageous people who have a lived experience of suicide. We hope…
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Roma grew up in Adelaide, South Australia, but struggled to 'fit in'. Her story is one shared by many people in this country who work hard to establish identities while confronting troubling stereotypes and perceptions, and problematic behaviours that emanate as a result. Roma was othered - a term she uses to explain how it feels like when you are …
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Jenn first experienced feeling different at about 11 years of age, a feeling that continued into her teenage years, becoming more troubling as time went on. Depression and anxiety led to withdrawal and loneliness, further exacerbating the feelings and ultimately leading to suicidal ideation. She tried to talk to people, but talking to strangers was…
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Roses Radio Episode #11 - Clare Headland
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Clare is a fascinating women, with a story that is equal parts heartwarming and heartbreaking. It's a story of a person that is searching for identity, approval and acceptance in a world that is neither understanding or tolerant. Told with grace and humour, Clare takes us through her childhood journey, the confusion of growing up knowing that somet…
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They were a typical middle class suburban family, that was plunged into the most unimaginable set of circumstances. This is the story told by Imbi Pyman of her son Jonah, a story that will make any parent take a deep breath and hold their young children a little tighter. It's the story of a son who lives with trauma induced suicidal ideation and a …
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Roses Radio Episode #9 - Graham Holdsworth
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Graeme Holdsworth is a retired architect who has spent most of his professional career in project management, on large-scale developments such as the Crown Casino. On the surface, all appeared well, but dig a little deeper and the cracks were beginning to show. His message is depression is an insidious condition that left untreated can have devasta…
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Andy Marriott has seen the subject of suicide from all perspectives. As a police officer for 16 years, Andy personally witnessed suicide and the impacts that it had on communities and families. It was guys like Andy that would knock on the family door. Andy speaks about the prevailing stigma in the police force around suicide and the mechanisms tha…
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Roses Radio Episode #7 - Tynan Narywonczyk
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This episode we bring you the inspiring story of Tynan Narywonczyk a young man who has rebuilt his life after a crippling workplace accident that left him in a coma and on work cover for three years. The recovery process and the endless Doctors negative assessment of his future lead him to suicidal thoughts . Tynan has now turned his life around, f…
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This episode we talk with Mark Davis he talks about losing his partner Paul to suicide. Paul was a highly regarded health care professional and Mark shines light on the challenges that health care professionals face in the health care system, and the way Paul was cared differently in the system. How having an insider’s view of the system was detrim…
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This episode of Roses Radio we chat with Les Johnston the “Gunnado Cowboy” Les is a real salt of the earth, old fashioned, quiet achiever. During the 2011 floods in Queensland, Les and his wife found themselves at the heart of the recovery effort for the town of Grantham, significantly impacted by the flood waters, with many lives lost. Coordinatin…
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Roses Radio Episode #4 - De Backman Hoyle
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This episode we have a chat with De Backman Hoyle. She is a mum and tireless worker in the suicide prevention community. De shares with us her story about the day to day challenges of years of living with her husband Andrews’s mental illness, and how it eventually led to the strain on the family and eventually his death by suicide. De opens up abou…
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In this episode we chat with Justin Geange, a family man and tireless worker for suicide prevention. Justin travels all around Australia, with the charity Mates In Construction , showing tireless devotion to changing perceptions about suicide and demonstrating how his work and commitment to others impacts on his mental health. A man of faith, he re…
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Today's Guest is Jason Spaull. He is married with two children and is a small business owner on the Gold Coast, Australia. Jason opens up about how losing his brother Mark to suicide has forced him to change his views on suicide and mental illness. He gives us an insight into how he navigated his way through the first 12 months after losing his bro…
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Today's guest is Bronwen Edwards. Mother of two, Life Coach, Personal Trainer, occasional marathon runner and Founder of the Australian based not for profit - Roses In The Ocean, a suicide prevention charity she started after tragically losing her brother Mark. Bronwen shares with us the personal challenges she has faced as a mum of two young kids …
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