Inspired by Yarra
Inspired by Yarra is a podcast series of conversations with our Yarra Old Grammarians (YOGs) who recall funny, compelling, informative and inspiring stories. Hosted by the Yarra Valley Grammar School Chaplain Paul Joy, guests share some of their fondest memories of their time at Yarra and how that has helped establish their lives, their families and their careers to this day.
Latest episodes
Nov 28, 2024 • 1h 10min
139 - IBY Brielle Jones (YOG 2006)
Episode 139: Brielle Jones (YOG 2006) - Professional Organiser and Interior Stylist
"Yarra taught me resilience and perseverance."
For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
Nov 13, 2024 • 1h 5min
138 - IBY Bentleigh Gibson (YOG 1997)
Episode 138: Bentleigh Gibson (YOG 1997) - General Manager, GESA
"I enjoyed Saturday morning sport - the camaraderie and pride in supporting the school."
For more information go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
Oct 14, 2024 • 50min
137 - IBY Gayle Martini (YOG 1994)
Episode 137: Gayle Martini (nee Shoolman, YOG 1994) - Sales and Marketing Coordinator
"To me the School motto is about looking up to people you respect."
For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
Oct 4, 2024 • 55min
136 - IBY Adam Docking (YOG 1988)
Episode 136: Adam Docking (YOG 1988) - Real estate director and auctioneer
"You never lose the connection to Yarra."
For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
Sep 3, 2024 • 57min
135 - IBY Hannah Brodribb (YOG 2019)
Episode 135: Hannah Brodribb (YOG 2019) - Legal assistant, self employed and manager and state party coordinator
"I had strong teachers and mentors who showed me the way at Yarra."
For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
Aug 21, 2024 • 1h 15min
134 - IBY Geoffrey Smith (YOG 1976)
Episode 134: IBY Geoffrey Smith (YOG 1976) - Filmmaker
"My English teacher was a rare person who could look into your soul and bring out the best in you."
For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
Aug 6, 2024 • 55min
133 - Miranda Ryall (YOG 2002)
Episode 133: Miranda Ryall (YOG 2002) - Physiotherapist
“We had great student leaders who created a safe environment where people could thrive.”
For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
Jul 23, 2024 • 55min
132 - IBY Tim Dewhurst (YOG 1972)
Episode 132: Tim Dewhurst (YOG 1972)
"My teachers were all very involved and interested and supported the spirit of the school."
For more information, please go to https://www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
Jul 2, 2024 • 45min
131 - Eleanor Louise Butt (YOG 1999)
Episode 131 - Eleanor Louise Butt (YOG 1999)
"I felt especially supported and welcomed by the Art Department at Yarra"
For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
Jun 4, 2024 • 41min
130 - IBY Gavin Macrae (YOG 1996)
Episode 130: Gavin Macrae (YOG 1996) - Lawyer and Partner at Hall and Wilcox
“There were so many opportunities for you to find your way at Yarra.”
For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
