Inspired by Yarra
Rev Paul Joy
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.
Episodes
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Apr 9, 2025 • 46min
143 - IBY James Francis (YOG 1994)
Episode 143: James Francis (YOG 1994) - Bricklayer and TAFE Educator"The motto meant don't forget to look up every now and then so you enjoy the world."For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
Apr 2, 2025 • 59min
142 - IBY Emma Hain (YOG 1991)
Episode 142: Emma Hain (YOG 1991)"The teachers at Yarra were there for the students - they cared."For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
Mar 11, 2025 • 1h 4min
141 - IBY James Brooke (YOG 2004)
Episode 1411: James Brooke (YOG 2004) - PhD candidate in ultracold atomic physics"The Yarra motto for me is about looking up to see what else is around you, rather than simply following the path in front of you."For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
Feb 25, 2025 • 47min
140 - IBY Andrea Lewis (YOG 1980)
Episode 140: Andrea Lewis (YOG 1980) - Teacher and Asylum Seeker Support Worker“Being at Yarra were some of the best years of my life.”For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast .
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
