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Episode 5: Ruby Riethmuller Born and raised in country New South Wales, Ruby Riethmuller loved growing up in Wagga Wagga, but after being diagnosed with anxiety as a teenager, she became acutely aware that the right mental health services to help young women like her, were not available. But it was a gap year in America, a life changing trip to India and some honest words from a very good friend that set her on the path to create Womn-Kind – a female-led youth mental health organisation on a mission to close the gap in effective mental health education and support for Australian girls. Not only has she grown a small empire and helped thousands of young people, but on her journey she has cut through the noise to become the truest version of herself.   TWO AM I Listen Curiously   REMINDER: If this episode has raised any issues for you, in Australia you can contact Lifeline by phone on 13 11 14 (24/7); Lifeline via text on 0477 13 11 14 (24/7); Suicide Callback Service 1300 659 467.   CREDITS   Hosts: Jack Riewoldt and Shane McCurry   Thanks to our guest Ruby Riethmuller.   To learn more about Ruby: Ruby on Instagram Ruby on LinkedIn Ruby in the news   Links from this episode: Womn-Kind website Womn-Kind on Instagram Womn-Kind on Facebook Womn-Kind App   Find TWO AM I on social media here: TWO AM I YouTube TWO AM I Instagram  TWO AM I Tik Tok TWO AM I LinkedIn TWO AM I LinktreeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 4: Andrew Abdo   It wasn’t on Andrew Abdo’s radar to become the CEO of the National Rugby League (NRL). But standing at a bus stop, in the rain became a seminal moment that set him on the path to now. Andrew grew up in a small coastal town in apartheid South Africa, and at a young age he lost his brother Antony in a motorbike accident, an incredibly difficult time that he says helped shape his view on life and the importance of living in the now. He also credits Nelson Mandela as having the biggest impact on his life outside of someone he met in person, and the sense of justice and fairness he gained from watching his country’s rebirth during that time. And while Andrew admits he’s not one to speak publicly about his private life, he opens up in this episode about all this, and more.   TWO AM I Listen Curiously CREDITS   Hosts: Jack Riewoldt and Shane McCurry   Thanks to our guest Andrew Abdo.   To learn more about Andrew: Andrew on LinkedIn Andrew Abdo NRL CEO   Links from this episode: Belonging: The Ancient Code of Togetherness – Owen Eastwood National Rugby League Nelson Mandela   Find TWO AM I on social media here: TWO AM I YouTube TWO AM I Instagram  TWO AM I Tik Tok TWO AM I LinkedIn TWO AM I LinktreeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 3: Georgia Murch Georgia Murch is a kick arse workplace culture creator, best-selling author, inspiring speaker and facilitator, an avid yogi and self-assessed excellent reverse parker. Her greatest passion is being able to support leaders create workplaces where people love to be. And the secret to her success? The more she makes peace with who she is, the easier it is for her to help others. It is a philosophy she applies to her work, her life, her friendships and as a Mum of two teenagers. Georgia is smart and funny, full of heart and soul. She is all about growing better humans and this chat will no doubt leave you feeling enriched, empowered and excited about tapping into the real you and showing up in all your colours.   TWO AM I Listen Curiously   CREDITS   Hosts: Jack Riewoldt and Shane McCurry   Thanks to our guest Georgia Murch.   To learn more about Georgia: Georgia on Instagram Georgia on Facebook Georgia on LinkedIn Georgia on YouTube   Links from this episode: Georgia Murch website Can We Talk Flawsome and other Georgia Murch books Maslow’s hierarchy of needs   Find TWO AM I on social media here: TWO AM I YouTube TWO AM I Instagram  TWO AM I Tik Tok TWO AM I LinkedIn TWO AM I LinktreeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 2: Jack Levitt   Jack Levitt is a storyteller who looks at life through a lens. As a videographer, he has spent years capturing moments on and off the sporting field for the likes of Cricket Australia, Fox Sport and the Essendon footy club. And as a keen photographer, Jack loves to snap real life moments that tell real stories. He is a deep thinker, a Dad, and a doer, and it’s that last descriptor propelled him to start Flynn’s Walk, after his mate Flynn Hargreaves, an accomplished veterinarian, took his own life. Flynn sadly became part of a damning statistic where vets are four times more likely to die by suicide, and Jack took up the fight to help raise awareness in the community. Through his passion to improve mental health and encourage people to speak out, Jack has been nominated as a Victorian local hero and is also an RUOK? Community Ambassador. His work here is definitely not done. In fact, this may just be the beginning.   TWO AM I Listen Curiously Difficult themes*REMINDER: If this episode has raised any issues for you, in Australia you can contact Lifeline by phone on 13 11 14 (24/7); Lifeline via text on 0477 13 11 14 (24/7); Suicide Callback Service 1300659 467.   CREDITS   Hosts: Jack Riewoldt and Shane McCurry   Thanks to our guest Jack Levitt.   To learn more about Jack: Jack on LinkedIn Flynn’s Talk podcast Australian of the year awards 2023: Victorian Local Hero Nominee   Links from this episode: Flynn’s Walk website Flynn’s Walk Facebook Flynn’s Walk on LinkedIn R U OK?   Find TWO AM I on social media here: TWO AM I YouTube TWO AM I Instagram  TWO AM I Tik Tok TWO AM I LinkedIn TWO AM I LinktreeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 1: Benson Saulo   There are many ways to describe Benson Saulo. A descendant of the Wemba Wemba and Gunditjmara Aboriginal nations of Western Victoria, and New Ireland Province in Papua New Guinea. The first Indigenous person to be appointed an Australian Consul-General in Australia’s history. A former Senior Trade and Investment Commissioner based in Houston. He’s represented Australia on the global stage at the United Nations. Now he is the Liberal candidate for Macnamara in Melbourne ahead of the 2025 federal election. But it all started with his passion and belief in faith, family, finance and fairness, which have propelled him forward over his 30-something years to now. Dig deeper and you’ll also find that Benson once sported a mohawk and wore a three-piece suit – not at the same time. Be inspired and humbled as you walk with Benson through this special conversation.    TWO AM I Listen Curiously CREDITS   Hosts: Jack Riewoldt and Shane McCurry   Thanks to our guest Benson Saulo   To learn more about Benson: Benson on LinkedIn Benson on Facebook Benson Saulo: Liberal candidate for Macnamara   Links from this episode: First Australians Capital Sobah non-alcoholic drinks Camino de Santiago The Way (movie)     Find TWO AM I on social media here: TWO AM I YouTube TWO AM I Instagram  TWO AM I Tik Tok TWO AM I LinkedIn TWO AM I LinktreeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 9: Jack Riewoldt & Shane McCurry   They first met at a café in Richmond in Melbourne, and Jack and Shane admit, it was connection at first sight. The pair realised straight away that they shared a passion for leadership, growth and a fascination for people and their stories. What began as a professional relationship at the Richmond Football Club, turned into a friendship and partnership co-hosting TWO AM I. And in this final episode of Season 2, Jack and Shane reflect on their guests over the past eight episodes, what they learned from each from choosing happiness, to speaking out about the tough stuff, and how laughter can be the best medicine.    TWO AM I Listen Curiously CREDITS   Hosts: Jack Riewoldt and Shane McCurry   To learn more about Jack and Shane: Jack on Instagram Shane on Instagram Jack on LinkedIn  Shane on LinkedIn Jack and Authentic Leaders Group Shane McCurry   Find TWO AM I on social media here: TWO AM I YouTube TWO AM I Instagram  TWO AM I Tik Tok TWO AM I LinkedIn TWO AM I LinktreeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 8: Angie Greene   Angie Greene comes from Australian sporting royalty. But growing up, her extensive association with the world of men's sport and seeing how her brother Brent – who came out to her when she was 13 years old – was treated in sport, school and life, set her on a path and passion for inclusion. Angie is now an anti-discrimination activist and CEO of Stand Up Events, a not-for-profit dedicated to fighting sexual and gender discrimination in Australian sport. She wears her heart on her sleeve and in this incredibly raw episode, explains why she is unapologetic for fighting for what she believes in, and has some thoughts on how we can all stand up for the things that matter most.   TWO AM I Listen Curiously   *Language warning | Difficult themes* REMINDER: If this episode has raised any issues for you, in Australia you can contact Lifeline by phone on 13 11 14 (24/7); Lifeline via text on 0477 13 11 14 (24/7); Suicide Callback Service 1300 659 467.   CREDITS   Hosts: Jack Riewoldt and Shane McCurry   Thanks to our guest Angie Greene   To learn more about Angie: Angie on Instagram Angie on LinkedIn Stand Up Events   Links from this episode: Frank Sedgman (Champion tennis player): Angie’s Pop Russell Greene (Champion Hawthorn AFL player): Angie’s Dad The Joy Thief The Imperfects: Penny Moodie, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder     Find TWO AM I on social media here: TWO AM I YouTube TWO AM I Instagram  TWO AM I Tik Tok TWO AM I LinkedIn TWO AM I LinktreeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 7: Sarah Maree Cameron   You may have heard her on radio or seen her popping up on your TV during the Richmond Football Club’s home games. Perhaps you caught her show ‘One Womb Please!’ at the Melbourne Comedy Festival, or maybe you know her name for her work as an Ambassador with the Cervical Cancer Foundation or Endometriosis Australia. But there is much you probably don’t know about this hilarious, insightful, humble and vulnerable human – like her starring role on the big screen, her journey following some very difficult times in her teens, and what and who she loves most of all in the world – all things revealed in this intimate episode of TWO AM I. TWO AM I Listen Curiously   CREDITS   Hosts: Jack Riewoldt and Shane McCurry   Thanks to our guest Sarah Maree   To learn more about Sarah Maree: Sarah Maree on Instagram Sarah Maree on Facebook Sarah Maree on X Sarah Maree Cameron: Instinct Events   Links from this episode: Sarah Maree Cameron website At Last (The Movie) One Womb Please Endometriosis Australia Ambassador Australian Cervical Cancer Foundation Ambassador   Find TWO AM I on social media here: TWO AM I YouTube TWO AM I Instagram  TWO AM I Tik Tok TWO AM I LinkedIn TWO AM I LinktreeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 6: Nazeem Hussain   The son of Sri Lankan migrants, Nazeem Hussain honed his comedic chops in the suburbs of Melbourne in the 1990s, though as you’ll hear, he started giving it a crack when he was very young, right on his front doorsteps as people passed by. After his father left the family, it was his fearless mother who taught him how to use humour to get bullies off his back. And a star was born. Since then, Nazeem has performed around the world, created his own TV show ‘Legally Brown’, hosted his own Netflix special ‘Public Frenemy’ and written a children's book to celebrate his journey into parenthood. This episode will have you laughing, leaning in and leave you feeling lighter.   TWO AM I Listen Curiously CREDITS   Hosts: Jack Riewoldt and Shane McCurry   Thanks to our guest Nazeem Hussain   To learn more about Nazeem: Nazeem on Instagram Nazeem on Facebook Nazeem on TikTok Nazeem on X Nazeem on YouTube Nazeem Hussain website   Links from this episode: Nazeem Hussain Melbourne Comedy Festival 2024 Netflix special 'Public Frenemy' Legally Brown Nazeem on tour 2024   Find TWO AM I on social media here: TWO AM I YouTube TWO AM I Instagram  TWO AM I Tik Tok TWO AM I LinkedIn TWO AM I LinktreeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 5: Christine Finnegan Christine Finnegan has had a love of sport since she was a child. Tennis was her game of choice, where on the court she describes as her happy place. She travelled around the country and played the game she loved, but it was the realisation when she was 15 years old that she wanted to run the tournament rather than play in it. And so, she did. Christine has spent the past 25 years in senior roles across Australian sport at the highest level. Now as CEO of the Tasmanian JackJumpers, she’s helped guide the team to its maiden National Basketball League championship after just three years in the competition. While sport plays a huge part of Christine’s life, the pride in and love for her son sits at the top of her list of her greatest achievements.  TWO AM I Listen Curiously   CREDITS   Hosts: Jack Riewoldt and Shane McCurry   Thanks to our guest Christine Finnegan   To learn more about Christine: Christine on LinkedIn Tasmanian Jack Jumpers on Facebook Tasmanian Jack Jumpers on Instagram Tasmanian Jack Jumpers on YouTube     Links from this episode: Tasmanian Jack Jumpers website Christine Finnegan new Jack Jumpers CEO Jack Jumpers win NBL premiership 2024 Dr Suess ‘Oh the places you’ll go’     Find TWO AM I on social media here: TWO AM I YouTube TWO AM I Instagram  TWO AM I Tik Tok TWO AM I LinkedIn TWO AM I LinktreeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.