Best Jesse Meadows Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 20: Knights of the Round Table! 19:28

4M ago19:28

19:28

Join Alph, Betty and Gammo in 6th Century England as they are swept up on a mediaeval adventure, learning what they need to do to become real knights! The Seekers Podcast is created by Jack Drewry, Jesse Meadows, Helena Middleton and Ben Vardy. With Emily-Mae Walker as the voice of Dr Doctor. Co-created with Holy Cross Primary School, Bedminster, B…

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Episode 19: Flushed Down the Toilet! 17:01

4M ago17:01

17:01

Join Alph, Betty and Gammo and their boss, Dr Doctor, on a mission through the sewers to discover what happens if you accidentally flush something you shouldn’t down the toilet… what might be discovered down there, and what can they do to help? The Seekers Podcast is created by Jack Drewry, Jesse Meadows, Helena Middleton and Ben Vardy. With Emily-…

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Episode 18: Fossil hunting in Lyme Regis 18:47

5M ago18:47

18:47

Join Alph, Betty and Gammo in Lyme Regis, where they follow in the footsteps of the pioneering palaeontologist, Mary Anning. What happens when they go back in time to the Jurassic Period? Can they discover how the creatures they meet become fossils like the one Gammo finds on the beach? The Seekers Podcast is created by Jack Drewry, Jesse Meadows, …

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Episode 17: From Coast to Coast... It's Post! 18:54

5M ago18:54

18:54

Join Alph, Betty and Gammo, and their boss, Dr Doctor, as they disguise themselves to follow the journey a parcel makes from London… to Paris! Can they discover why all the post is going missing? And what it is they need to deliver to Dr Doctor’s granny? The Seekers Podcast is created by Jack Drewry, Jesse Meadows, Helena Middleton and Ben Vardy. W…

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Episode 16: Farm Life, Digging in the Soil! 17:42

6M ago17:42

17:42

Join Alph, Betty, Gammo and their boss, Dr Doctor, for life the farm! What are all the things they might grow on their vegetable plots, and what effect will this have on the worms that live in the soil? The Seekers Podcast is created by Jack Drewry, Jesse Meadows, Helena Middleton and Ben Vardy. With Emily-Mae Walker as the voice of Dr Doctor. This…

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Episode 15: An Antarctic Expedition 17:16

6M ago17:16

17:16

Join Alph, Betty, Gammo and their boss, Dr Doctor, as they journey through Antarctica! What's it like on that continent? Can The Seekers find out what's causing the research station to be buried under snow? The Seekers Podcast is created by Jack Drewry, Jesse Meadows, Helena Middleton and Ben Vardy. With Emily-Mae Walker as the voice of Dr Doctor. …

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Live show Promo and exciting news 1:05

11M ago1:05

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A little teaser of upcoming activities for The Seekers. Including the live tour of "The Star Seekers" heading to venues this Autumn! Wahoo! 72d9a0e70193999866a367eda5b7eaa83baadedcBy The Wardrobe Ensemble

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E08: Horror Therapy 50:43

2y ago50:43

50:43

Tidings, ghouls! Gather round to listen to a demon (Jess) and a demon clown (Ayesha) discuss a shared love of horror. We talk about how microdosing on fear through film can be grounding, how the genre uses disability and madness for cheap shock value, movies that subvert those shitty tropes, and all the big, existential questions horror movies ask …

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Episode 14: Halloween Special! 15:58

2y ago15:58

15:58

Join Alph, Betty and Gammo for a spoooooky adventure in this one-off Halloween Special! Spoooooooky! For more fun Seekers activity, to send us artwork and ideas, or to be the voice of the computer, check out our website www.seekers.co.uk. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review and follow the podcast, and consider supporting us by joining …

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E07: It's Not You, It's My ADHD 58:36

2y ago58:36

58:36

Jess and Ayesha discuss a New York Times article that wants us to think all our relationship problems are caused by an undiagnosed brain disorder. Tangents include: navigating conflict in relationships without reducing our loved ones to a diagnostic label, the usefulness and limits of the word “neurotypical”, how very not cute those #ADHDWife TikTo…

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E06: Lactobacillus Can't Cure Depression 31:20

2y ago31:20

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Jess keeps getting Instagram ads for some probiotic supplement that’s supposed to cure depression — luckily, we have an in-house microbiologist to consult! Ayesha critiques the studies behind Neuralli, talks stressed-out microbes, and explains why trying to fix social problems with one patented microbe is never going to work. Find detailed notes, s…

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E05: How To Be An ADHD Boss 1:14:15

2y ago1:14:15

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Are you eating enough blueberries to optimize your dopamine? Did you make sure to take a timed cold shower this morning after your Peloton workout to increase your neurochemical satisfaction by 500%?? Are you manifesting hard enough???? FIND OUT TODAY! We’re taking a dive into the world of ADHD Boss content on TikTok, a pseudoscientific iteration o…

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E04: Diagnosis Is Not A Privilege w/ Maggie Leppert 1:36:44

2y ago1:36:44

1:36:44

What’s it like to be a survivor of psychiatric oppression? What was the a-ha moment that made you see the system for what it was? We asked our listeners recently and got some great responses, a few of which you’ll hear in the beginning of this episode, and then we talk to psych survivor Maggie Leppert (@thebooksmartbimbo) about psychiatric gaslight…

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E03: Genome Wide, Ass Studies 1:22:24

2+ y ago1:22:24

1:22:24

Ayesha explains what’s wrong with all these genome wide association studies that keep saying they found the ADHD genes (or the schizophrenia genes, or the bipolar genes, or the autism genes..) We also get into the ways that capitalism skews scientific research results, why racists love genetic research so much, and what responsibility scientists ha…

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E02: Kill the Executive In Your Head w/ Marta Rose 1:33:35

2+ y ago1:33:35

1:33:35

Is executive function “a set of capitalist values masquerading as skills”? Neurodivergent educator and artist Marta Rose thinks so! We sat down with her to talk about: * her journey from diagnosis to critical disability theory * how creativity research and design thinking can offer us alternatives to the pathologizing framework of executive functio…

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Kirby Bentley - Ordineroli Speaking 1:03:23

2+ y ago1:03:23

1:03:23

#OrdineroliSpeaking Kirby Bentley is a genuine trailblazer. A former netball and AFLW star, Kirby is now the first Indigenous woman to coach a VFLW or VFL side. Having grown up in country WA, Kirby is willing to engage in some uncomfortable conversations in order for us all to understand each other better. Her life has been shaped by tragedy - Kirb…

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Rashid Khan - Ordineroli Speaking 1:01:49

2+ y ago1:01:49

1:01:49

#OrdineroliSpeaking Rashid Khan is a cricketing superstar, with millions of followers on social media. But this is the story of the man, not the cricketer. Rashid holds the passion of a nation on his shoulders and desperately hopes for a better and brighter future for Afghanistan. Ultimately, he is a young man who desperately misses his parents - w…

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E01: Pathologize Me, TikTok 1:07:45

2+ y ago1:07:45

1:07:45

Ayesha and Jess take a stroll through ADHDtok to understand the trend of self-pathologization — why has it become so popular to turn your personality traits into symptoms of disease? What purpose does a psychiatric diagnosis serve, and what are the limitations of defining your mental suffering and anguish solely through a medical lens? Why does cap…

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Cate Campbell - Ordineroli Speaking 1:08:23

2+ y ago1:08:23

1:08:23

#OrdineroliSpeaking Cate Campbell is a swimming superstar, with eight Olympic medals to her name, not to mention flag bearing honours at Tokyo 2020. Her success in the pool is even more remarkable given her struggles out of it. Diagnosed with anxiety and depression, Cate wants to share her story to try and help normalise conversations around mental…

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Majak Daw - Ordineroli Speaking 1:05:07

2+ y ago1:05:07

1:05:07

#OrdineroliSpeaking Majak Daw has got a second chance at life and he’s using it to try and help others. In December 2018, Majak attempted to take his own life. Now, the first Sudanese born player in the AFL wants his little boy Hendrix to grow up in a world open to conversations around mental health. This is a story of a complex life, told in Majak…

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Jess Jonassen - Ordineroli Speaking 57:02

2+ y ago57:02

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#OrdineroliSpeaking Jess Jonassen has played a starring role for the Australian Women's Cricket team for a decade, playing in all forms of the game. Her success on the field is testament to her resilience off it. Battles with depression and self identity led Jess down a path where she self harmed and abused alcohol. At the same time, Jess was also …

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Dayne and Kelly Beams Part Two - Ordineroli Speaking 34:13

2+ y ago34:13

34:13

#OrdineroliSpeaking Retired AFL player Dayne Beams is a recovering drug and gambling addict. The addictions almost cost him his marriage and even his life. In this episode, Dayne opens up about the full extent of his issues for the first time. In part two, we also hear from his wife, Kelly, who shares the toll Dayne's addictions took on their famil…

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Dayne Beams Part One - Ordineroli Speaking 53:56

2+ y ago53:56

53:56

#OrdineroliSpeaking Retired AFL player Dayne Beams is a recovering drug and gambling addict. The addictions almost cost him his marriage and even his life. In this episode, Dayne opens up about the full extent of his issues for the first time. In part two, we also hear from his wife, Kelly, who shares the toll Dayne's addictions took on their famil…

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Dale Steyn - Ordineroli Speaking 1:03:15

2+ y ago1:03:15

1:03:15

#OrdineroliSpeaking Dale Steyn is one of the greatest fast bowlers cricket has ever seen. The South African quick terrorised batsmen throughout his career - to do so, he had to create a persona, a monster. So who is the man behind the monster? In this episode, Dale opens up about the most challenging period of his career, and why it still haunts hi…

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Ryan Broekhoff - Ordineroli Speaking 1:03:55

2+ y ago1:03:55

1:03:55

#OrdineroliSpeaking Ryan Broekhoff is an Aussie basketball star who currently plays for the South East Melbourne Phoenix in the NBL. Ironically nicknamed "Rowdy" for his quiet personality, Ryan has decided to speak up about his past for the very first time. The childhood trauma he experienced has impacted him throughout life, culminating in mental …

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Michael Hibberd - Ordineroli Speaking 57:33

2+ y ago57:33

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#OrdineroliSpeaking Michael Hibberd is an AFL premiership player, having won a drought-breaking flag with the Melbourne Demons in 2021. On his way to the pinnacle of his career, Michael had to confront professional and personal trauma. Michael lived through the Essendon supplements scandal and was one of the banned 34 - it rocked his trust in peopl…

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Episode 13: What can be Found Underground? 20:55

3+ y ago20:55

20:55

Join Alph, Betty and Gammo as they dig deep underground to see what can be found. For more fun Seekers activity, to send us artwork and ideas, or to be the voice of the computer, check out our website www.seekers.co.uk. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review and follow the podcast, and consider supporting us by joining our Patreon https:/…

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Greg Hire - Ordineroli Speaking 1:00:17

3+ y ago1:00:17

1:00:17

#OrdineroliSpeaking Greg Hire is a recently retired four-time NBL Champion with the Perth Wildcats, having overcome significant adversity in his life. In this episode, Greg reflects on his challenging upbringing, his strained and complex relationship with his father and what it means to be a man. This is a powerful and raw episode - if it is trigge…

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Zac Williams - Ordineroli Speaking 1:00:22

3+ y ago1:00:22

1:00:22

#OrdineroliSpeaking Zac Williams has become an AFL star after growing up in country NSW. The former GWS Giant and now Carlton recruit has overcome a lot of adversity in his life. He lost his Dad at a very young age and got caught up in the wrong kind of scene as an adolescent. Under the guidance of his Mum and older sister, Zac managed to turn his …

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Episode 12: Follow that Cuckoo! 25:13

3+ y ago25:13

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Join Alph, Betty and Gammo as they follow a cuckoo bird on it's migration to Africa. For more fun Seekers activity, to send us artwork and ideas, or to be the voice of the computer, check out our website www.seekers.co.uk. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review and follow the podcast, and consider supporting us by joining our Patreon http…

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Ashton Agar - Ordineroli Speaking 1:05:06

3+ y ago1:05:06

1:05:06

#OrdineroliSpeaking Cricketer Ashton Agar's Test debut was a dream - he made 98 in the Ashes at just 19 years of age. What followed, was the toughest period of his life. For the first time, Ashton reveals the full extent of his mental health issues and how they took over his life and career. Instagram - @Ordineroli_Speaking Twitter - @Neroli_Meadow…

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Sam Stosur - Ordineroli Speaking 1:02:08

3+ y ago1:02:08

1:02:08

#OrdineroliSpeaking Sam Stosur is a Grand Slam champion, having won the final at the 2011 US Open against Serena Williams. With 9 WTA singles titles to her name, Sam is coming to the end of her career and, as a Mum to Evie and partner to Liz, she feels now is the time to open up on the adversity she has overcome in her journey to self acceptance. I…

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Episode 11: Fun in the Beehive 24:22

3+ y ago24:22

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Join Alph, Betty and Gammo as they go on an adventure into a beehive in their own back garden. For more fun Seekers activity, to send us artwork and ideas, or to be the voice of the computer, check out our website www.seekers.co.uk. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review and follow the podcast, and consider supporting us by joining our Pa…

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Hayden Ballantyne - Ordineroli Speaking 52:08

3+ y ago52:08

52:08

#OrdineroliSpeaking Hayden Ballantyne is known for being a tough small forward for the Fremantle Dockers, who opposition players and clubs loved to hate. In late 2018, Hayden's life changed forever when his younger brother Brendan was hit by a car and killed. In this episode, Hayden shares for the first time how he navigated his way through unfatho…

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Caitlin Thwaites - Ordineroli Speaking 54:58

3+ y ago54:58

54:58

#OrdineroliSpeaking Caitlin Thwaites is a netball champion. After 18 seasons playing at the top level, Caitlin retired last year with another premiership with the Melbourne Vixens. For the first time, she reveals the family anguish behind that premiership. Caitlin has dealt with mental health issues throughout her life and the compounding nature of…

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Episode 10: A Mission to a Black Hole 19:36

3+ y ago19:36

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Join Alph, Betty and Gammo as they go on a space mission to save DrDr from a black hole! For more fun Seekers activity, to send us artwork and ideas, or to be the voice of the computer, check out our website www.seekers.co.uk. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review and follow the podcast, and consider supporting us by joining our Patreon …

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John Worsfold - Ordineroli Speaking 1:09:44

3+ y ago1:09:44

1:09:44

#OrdineroliSpeaking John Worsfold is a premiership coach and player in the AFL. In this episode of Ordineroli Speaking, the man known as Woosha opens up on the toll his 19 year coaching career took on his family. He also sheds light on the most testing moments of his career, including coaching Essendon in the aftermath of the supplements scandal, d…

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Thanasi Kokkinakis - Ordineroli Speaking 41:47

3+ y ago41:47

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#OrdineroliSpeaking Thanasi Kokkinakis has shown enormous resilience to overcome injury after injury in his bid to become a tennis star. Every injury setback would lead to a rut - when his body went, his mind followed. In this episode, the candid 24 year old reveals just how dark things got. Instagram - @Ordineroli_Speaking Twitter - @Neroli_Meadow…

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Episode 9: Back in time to Ancient Rome 24:55

3+ y ago24:55

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Join Alph, Betty and Gammo as they journey back in time to Ancient Rome! For more fun Seekers activity, to send us artwork and ideas, or to be the voice of the computer, check out our website www.seekers.co.uk. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review and follow the podcast, and consider supporting us by joining our Patreon https://www.patr…

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Nic Naitanui - Ordineroli Speaking 1:12:29

3+ y ago1:12:29

1:12:29

Nic Naitanui is one of Australia's most recognisable sports stars. The West Coast Eagle has overcome so much adversity across his life to get to where he is. In the past six years alone, the boy from Fiji lost his beloved Mum, played in a losing grand final, did two ACLs and then watched from the sidelines as his teammates won a premiership. All of…

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Episode 8: Adventure to the Amazon 25:59

3+ y ago25:59

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Join Alph, Betty and Gammo as they journey to the Amazon Rainforest! For more fun Seekers activity, to send us artwork and ideas, or to be the voice of the computer, check out our website www.seekers.co.uk. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review and follow the podcast, and consider supporting us by joining our Patreon https://www.patreon.…

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Episode 7: Winter Special! 21:34

3+ y ago21:34

21:34

Join Alph, Betty and Gammo in this winter special episode as they journey to the Arctic! For more fun Seekers activity, to send us artwork and ideas, or to be the voice of the computer, check out our website www.seekers.co.uk. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review and follow the podcast, and consider supporting us by joining our Patreon …

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Episode 6: An Active Volcano 23:11

4y ago23:11

23:11

Join Alph, Betty and Gammo on their journey to visit an active volcano! For more fun Seekers activity, to send us artwork and ideas, or to be the voice of the computer, check out our website www.seekers.co.uk. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review and follow the podcast, and consider supporting us by joining our Patreon https://www.patre…

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Episode 5: Down River 22:23

4y ago22:23

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Join Alph, Betty and Gammo on their journey along the River Wye! For more fun Seekers activity, to send us artwork and ideas, or to be the voice of the computer, check out our website www.seekers.co.uk. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review and follow the podcast, and consider supporting us by joining our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/…

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Episode 4: Through the Human Body 26:01

4y ago26:01

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Join Alph, Betty and Gammo on their journey through the human body! For more fun Seekers activity, to send us artwork and ideas, or to be the voice of the computer, check out our website www.seekers.co.uk. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review and follow the podcast, and consider supporting us by joining our Patreon https://www.patreon.c…

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Episode 3 (pt. 2): The Mariana Trench 14:04

4y ago14:04

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Join Alph, Betty and Gammo as they are sent on an underwater mission to The Mariana Trench! For more fun Seekers activity, to send us artwork and ideas, or to be the voice of the computer, check out our website www.seekers.co.uk. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review and follow the podcast, and consider supporting us by joining our Patre…

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Episode 3 (pt. 1): The Mariana Trench 15:00

4y ago15:00

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Join Alph, Betty and Gammo as they are sent on an underwater mission to The Mariana Trench! For more fun Seekers activity, to send us artwork and ideas, or to be the voice of the computer, check out our website www.seekers.co.uk. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review and follow the podcast, and consider supporting us by joining our Patre…

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Episode 2: Back to the Dinosaurs 21:49

4y ago21:49

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Join Alph, Betty and Gammo as they are sent on a time travelling mission to meet the dinosaurs! For more fun Seekers activity, to send us artwork and ideas, or to be the voice of the computer, check out our website www.seekers.co.uk. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review and follow the podcast, and consider supporting us by joining our P…

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Ryan Pierse - Ordineroli Speaking 37:05

4+ y ago37:05

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#OrdineroliSpeaking Ryan Pierse is one of Australia's leading sports photographers. Ryan has captured some of the most iconic images of the Australian Men's Cricket team but one day will live with him forever. In this episode of Ordineroli Speaking, the Getty Images Chief Photographer shares the stories behind the photographs he took of Phillip Hug…

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Natalie Medhurst - Ordineroli Speaking 52:37

4+ y ago52:37

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#OrdineroliSpeaking Natalie Medhurst has been a professional netballer for 17 years, including ten years representing Australia. Behind the scenes, Natalie was struggling with her mental health and developed an eating disorder. About to be a Mum, Natalie is now in a good place and ready to share her story. Instagram - @Ordineroli_Speaking Twitter -…

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