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Police Speak takes you on a raw, unfiltered journey into the heart of law enforcement. Each episode features gripping accounts of some of the toughest calls imaginable. But we don't stop there. Your host, Michael Simpkins, a veteran officer, will explain these intense experiences through the lens of the Predictive 6 Factors of Resilience model. You'll gain powerful insights into the psychological and emotional toll of police work and learn actionable strategies for building mental fortitude ...
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Strangeness in Space

Trev & Simon, Sophie Aldred and Clare Eden

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Listed in The Guardian's "50 Podcasts You Need To Hear" list. "Beautifully written and produced. The soundscape is excellent", "Non stop giggles from beginning to end. Each episode gets funnier!"..."A fantastically funny audio series" ... "This is what crowd-funding should be about"... "Superb production on a micro-budget, full of cartoon wit and invention"... "Great cast, great production" ... Six episodes of comedy space adventure for anyone aged 8 to 80, and beyond. Written by, and starri ...
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The Trauma Tales

The Trauma Tales

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Trauma. It's a word that you've probably heard thrown around quite a lot. But what does it actually mean? Join psychologist Shanna White as she sits down with real people who share their stories, explore how trauma has impacted their lives and - most importantly - celebrate how they have overcome their personal demons.
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The Believe in Better Project

Mike Seyfer & Ann Elkins

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BACKGROUND The Believe in Better Project began in 2017 as a concept to curate a gathering of innovators focused on fixing what’s broken in healthcare. For the last five years, it has brought together some of North America’s leading visionaries, each of whom believes pioneering change in healthcare for the better is central to their purpose. THE PODCAST Today, the Project continues its mission by bringing together people who are making a difference in the world with people who want to make th ...
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We'd Love to Hear From You, Send us a Text Message Can one day on the job reveal the true depth of a police officer's resilience? In this gripping episode of Police Speak, we shadow Officer Steve Spurlock through a harrowing day that tests his mental and emotional limits. Starting with a meticulously investigated vandalism case, Steve's empathetic …
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We'd Love to Hear From You, Send us a Text Message Ever wondered what it's really like behind the badge? Join us as we dive deep into the life of Officer Kelly Simpleton in this gripping episode of "Police Speak." Ride along with Kelly in her patrol car as she confronts the chaos of an accident scene and the inner battles wrought by past traumas an…
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We'd Love to Hear From You, Send us a Text Message How does a police officer cope with the emotional aftermath of a catastrophic accident? Join us as we accompany Officer Michael Raines through the heart-wrenching chaos of a devastating collision at 5th and Main Street. Michael's journey is a powerful testament to the emotional and psychological ch…
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We'd Love to Hear From You, Send us a Text Message What does it take to maintain composure when every second counts? Join us as we follow the riveting journey of Maria Hernandez, a steadfast police officer in Florida, who exemplifies resilience and unity under extreme pressure. From resolving minor traffic disputes with grace to navigating the chao…
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We'd Love to Hear From You, Send us a Text Message What happens when a law enforcement officer faces the darkest corners of human nature? Join us for a gripping journey with Deputy Sheriff Emily Harris as she navigates the aftermath of a brutal double homicide at the Jenkins family farmhouse. Feel the tension and unease as Emily inches closer to th…
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We'd Love to Hear From You, Send us a Text Message What happens when the haunting memories of a gritty city follow you to a seemingly peaceful town? In our latest episode, we unravel the gripping story of Deputy Sheriff Jake Reynolds, whose journey from the chaotic streets of Dallas to the quieter, deceptive calm of Rancho Mirage, Texas, reveals th…
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We'd Love to Hear From You, Send us a Text Message What drives someone to risk their life night after night to protect others? Join us as we follow Officer Jack Roberts on his intense nocturnal patrol. Experience the tension firsthand as Jack responds to a domestic disturbance at 157 Maple Avenue, showcasing his meticulous attention to detail and u…
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We'd Love to Hear From You, Send us a Text Message What happens when a routine call turns into a nightmare scenario? Join us as we recount the harrowing experience of Officers Mark Linders and Tim Reynolds, who respond to a distress call that leads them to uncover a gruesome crime scene. Feel the tension and urgency as they enter an apartment marke…
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We'd Love to Hear From You, Send us a Text Message Have you ever wondered what it's like to walk the vibrant, bustling streets of downtown Nashville at night through the eyes of a dedicated police officer? Join us as we follow Officer Jane Tripp, whose sharp instincts and commanding presence are the backbone of the city's nocturnal safety. In this …
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We'd Love to Hear From You, Send us a Text Message Can a single officer's patrol change your perspective on community and resilience? Join us as we walk alongside Officer Sam Sampson through the streets of Willow Creek, Georgia. Experience the quiet moments of reflection as he watches children play, reminding him why he serves. But peace is fleetin…
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We'd Love to Hear From You, Send us a Text Message How far would you go to dismantle an empire built on chaos and corruption? Join us as we uncover the gripping tale of Detective Maggie Donovan and her steadfast partner Hastings, who brave the eerie silence of an abandoned farmhouse to document the remnants of a methamphetamine operation meticulous…
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We'd Love to Hear From You, Send us a Text Message Could one person’s unwavering commitment make a difference in a world filled with shadows? Join us as we walk alongside Officer Michael Donovan during his night patrols through the narrow corridors of a public housing project. We’ll explore the profound contrasts between children's innocent laughte…
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We'd Love to Hear From You, Send us a Text Message Have a story to share? Click here to tell us about it. Click here to learn more about Resilience First Aid. Episode 007: Trigger Warning The quiet town of Princeton was forever changed on a summer evening when Deputy Maria Gonzalez responded to a 911 call reporting an accidental shooting involving …
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We'd Love to Hear From You, Send us a Text Message Have you ever wondered what it takes to chase dangerous criminals and keep your sanity? Join us on an electrifying journey with Officer James Sanders as we navigate the streets of Frankton, a town that shifts from peaceful to chaotic in the blink of an eye. Feel the adrenaline rush as James engages…
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We'd Love to Hear From You, Send us a Text Message Episode 005: Blue Lights and the Blood Red Night The city streets glistened with rain as Officer James Wilson's patrol car wove through the night, its red and blue lights piercing the darkness. A veteran of the force, Wilson had faced more than his fair share of perilous situations over the years, …
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We'd Love to Hear From You, Send us a Text Message Episode 004: A Web of Darkness Detective Sarah Collins has been a member of the city's Sex Crimes Unit for over six years, working tirelessly on the most horrific cases involving the exploitation of children. Her work with the Internet Crimes Against Children task force has exposed her to the darke…
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We'd Love to Hear From You, Send us a Text Message Episode 003: The Inferno's Grip As Sheriff's Deputy Ryan Wilkins began his evening patrol shift, the waning sun cast an eerie orange glow over the quiet country road. A veteran of over a decade on the force, Ryan had witnessed more than his fair share of tragedy during his career. Yet his stoic dem…
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We'd Love to Hear From You, Send us a Text Message Episode 002: From Darkness to Light Officer Mark Thompson of the Oakwood Police Department responded to a disturbance call at an abandoned warehouse on the outskirts of town. As he approached the dilapidated structure, a sense of dread washed over him, warning him that he was walking into a trap. D…
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We'd Love to Hear From You, Send us a Text Message What happens when the uniform comes off, and the adrenaline subsides? This week on Your Thick, we peel back the layers of law enforcement reveal the raw, unfiltered experiences that shape a police officer’s career. I’m Michael Simpkin, your host with 25 years on the beat, and I invite you to uncove…
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Laura Jack, an international bestselling author and founder of Compassion Code Academy, speaks with Mike and Anne today about taking the first step in healing from anxiety. It might surprise you to know that being kind to yourself will impact others in your life and relieve the stress and anxiety in your life. Laura will discuss compassion versus j…
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Caspar Szule, the founder of Innovative Medicine, shares his concepts regarding health and medicine. He believes the medical community is indoctrinated into the mindset of medication and surgery. Today he will open your mind to making healthy choices and recognizing how your lifestyle and eating habits impact disease. His premise is that the body w…
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Today co-hosts Mike Seyfer and Ann Elkins share the goals of the Believe in Better Project podcast. You will get to know these two co-workers and their passion for the power of human potential and transformation in their health and humanity. They will explore the healthcare industry and ways to make it better. Their guests will share their life sto…
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Jay Pryor, an advocate and educator for inclusivity and gender consciousness, will recount their journey of transitioning from being born female to identifying as non-binary after living as a woman for 35 years. Jay is passionate about healthcare for transgender people and the pervasive disparity. We will also hear about “tolerations” and how they …
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THE BACKGROUND The Believe in Better Project began in 2017 as a concept to curate a gathering of innovators focused on fixing what’s broken in healthcare. For the last five years, it has brought together some of North America’s leading visionaries, each of whom believes pioneering change in healthcare for the better is central to their purpose. THE…
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For the last chapter of this season we meet Veronika. She shares with Shan what it was like to come out to her extremely religious parents; how they tried to use the church to change her and how she set lines in the sand to protect herself. Listen to Veronika talk about how her families attitude towards her sexuality played a big part in ending her…
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For this week's episode, I spend time with Thien who shares with me what it was like when his father was jailed for 5 years for corruption in a communist country. We then explore his experiences of racism, isolation, and mental health when he came to Australia. Through all this, he has managed to find his groove, build his career, find a community,…
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When we see an Australian service member, many of us will say “Thank you for your service”. We dedicate an entire day of our calendar to this exact sentiment. What does that service actually look like? Brian sits down with Shan and shares what it's like to be a teenage boy who is given a uniform, a group of mates, and a gun. He shares what it's lik…
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What would you do if you didn’t know your own language? This week we meet Aunty Deb, a proud Gumbaynggirr woman who shares with Shan how the traumas inflicted on those that went before her impact on her childhood, her parents, and her relationships. Aunty Deb shares how, through her strength and defiance, has built her own connection to country and…
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What is it like when the ones you trust are not trustworthy? What happens when a family keeps a secret for generations? This week we meet with award winning author Denise who graciously shares her story of childhood sexual abuse and history of multigenerational incest. Her candour and stoicism are apparent through this heart wrenching interview. To…
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Billie felt the moment she could finally breathe would be the moment she finally left her abusive partner. Little did she know the worst was yet to come. Shan and Billie explore how the system of family law is used by abusers as a resource and a tool to keep hurting. We’ve seen it time and time again and every time we beg for something to change. B…
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What is it like to be on the edge? This week Alex is back for the second half of his story. Alex shares what the moments before suicide feel like. He shares the moment he knew he could murder someone and how that knowledge changed who he is. To find Alex’s poetry and podcast head to www.thenomidicpodcast.com thetraumatales@gmail.com Facebook:@traum…
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A few months ago, Alex approached Shan to go on his podcast and talk about mental health. She did, and boy did they talk. What started as a simple interview turned into a real connection. After going onto Alex’s podcast, they got to chatting and bonded over some deep chats about mental health and trauma. Today the tables are turned; Alex has come o…
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Lily didn’t see it coming. It couldn’t possibly happen again, could it? For the second time, on the same road; in the same spot, she was the victim of a motor vehicle accident. The first one didn’t break her. The second time she wouldn’t be so lucky. Lily shares what it's like to be hit by a car, twice. She tells Shan how she rebuild her body from …
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Meet Paula. Paula was born with a physical deformity on her face. In Australia in the 80s and 90s that meant she was bullied mercilessly throughout her childhood. To the point of being suicidal. Join Shan as she and Paula talk about the impacts of bullying and how Paula has turned her pain into her power. Paula now refers to herself as an accidenta…
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The Myriad and ! try to escape the mods-- and the game-- to bring the NPC revolution into the physical world. Content warning for discussion of forced gender reassignment from 32-36 minutes in. Get Songs for the Dusk by Kavita Poduri and Quinn Floredo Vega here. Follow Velvet (fae/faer) on Twitter @OGBrownSugar. Fae plays Jhoan "Jo-Jo" Jows (they/t…
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Welcome back for the final part of Frankie's story. Join Shan as she steps through Frankie's last days in the unit, her planning to leave and re-join society and her family. How will she go? thetraumatales@gmail.com Facebook:@traumatalespodcast Instagram: @traumatalespodcast Lifeline: 13 11 14 1800 RESPECT: 1800 737 732 Men's Helpline: 1300 789 987…
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Welcome to part two of Frankie's three-part story about her experiences as a psychiatric patient. Meet more of the characters, see more of her journey and start to see some hope through the darkness that is mental illness. thetraumatales@gmail.com Facebook:@traumatalespodcast Instagram: @traumatalespodcast Lifeline: 13 11 14 1800 RESPECT: 1800 737 …
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Welcome to the summer season of The Trauma Tales. In our last episode, we met Frankie who spoke about being admitted to a psychiatric facility. As a special treat for our listeners, Frankie has honoured us with her story about her time in the facility and allows us into her inner world. Welcome to this three part summer season. thetraumatales@gmail…
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The Myriad hack into the Anthophytan propagangame (propagameda?) to meet up with ! and plan out how to support the evolving NPCs. Content warning for bug-like creatures and body horror (including piercing imagery) starting up after the 50 minute mark. Get Songs for the Dusk by Kavita Poduri and Quinn Floredo Vega here. Follow Velvet (fae/faer) on T…
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The Myriad recover from their encounter with the River of Eyes and its unwanted passenger, The Hallowed Aquanaut. The people of Medleystead think about changing their stance on rift research. Ollie delivers an interdimensional missive to Medb Sentus, who has just successfully opened a portal to another real faerself. Get Songs for the Dusk by Kavit…
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In our final episode of the season, we meet Frankie. Frankie talks to Shan about working in out-of-home care for nearly half her life. Frankie shares some cracking tales from her time here, but then things turn dark when the industry she loves spits her out under a cloud of allegations. Then she is ignored and abused by a system designed to protect…
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Quint'zee drops by to tell the Myriad about some unsettling visions. Later, Ruth calls to let them know that Ferocity Plain-On-Her-Face is tangling with a monster just outside the city, perhaps unaware that monsters are generally friendly around Medleystead. Unfortunately, not all monsters are monsters. Some monsters are something else. Get Songs f…
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Join Shan as she talks to her high school friend Benji. After losing touch for almost 20 years, they reconnected last year and found the connection that had back when they were teenagers. Join them as they share whats happened for Benji, why he disconnected when they were about 17, the impacts on his life, and how he is doing now. Prepare yourself …
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In this episode, we meet Brooke. Brooke talks about the unspoken costs of military life. Brooke explored the highs and lows of being married to a serving military member. Shan and Brooke then look at how her ex-husband's behaviour manifested into becoming an abuser and how she tried to save him while almost destroying herself. Brooke talks about th…
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Reaching Through the Night and the Logistarch infiltrate the Republic of Anthophyta to meet with the mysterious sentient game character who appeared to the Myriad in a vision. Get Songs for the Dusk by Kavita Poduri and Quinn Floredo Vega here. Follow Michael Blood (they/them) on Twitter @GoodSirBlood. They play Reaching Through the Night (he/him),…
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In this episode, we get to see another side of trauma. In our last episode, we met Jack who told us about the day he died. He told us about what happened to him from his lens, now we can get a look at the same incident from a different lens. Meet Jill, Jack's sister. She shares how she experienced what happened to Jack and talks about what happened…
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In this episode of the Trauma Tales Shan speaks to Jack about the day he was killed. Jack shares the pure serendipity of him being brought back to life by a completely random coincidence and the blackness of being in a coma. Jack discusses his coming back from his death and his recovery including learning how to do things we take for granted...like…
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The Myriad recover from their dramatic double mission by making cheese, tinkering with portal machines, and trying to punch a supernatural relic from another dimension. You know, relaxing stuff. Get Songs for the Dusk by Kavita Poduri and Quinn Floredo Vega here. Follow Michael Blood (they/them) on Twitter @GoodSirBlood. They play Reaching Through …
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In this episode of the Trauma, Tales Shan chats with Molly about when she woke to strangers in her home in the middle of the night. Molly shares how she reacted, what she did, how it impacted her, what she did and how she reached out to Shan for help. Molly shares how she has struggled over the years since it happened and how she used her body to t…
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CONTENT WARNING for attempted suicide by a victim of brainwashing and ensuing discussion of the topic of suicide from 55:35-1:00:20. During their investigation of the Wave garden sabotage, the Myriad run into two travelers: one expected, and one very unexpected. Things take a turn for the worse when the unexpected traveler turns out to have enemies…
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