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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Jan 6, 2020 • 38min
041 - IBY Doug Witschi (YOG 1983)
Episode 41: Doug Witschi (YOG 1983) - Australian Federal Police Officer
"Yarra taught me to keep an open mind, to look for opportunities and to not place limitations on myself."
For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
Dec 9, 2019 • 52min
040 - IBY Jeremy Irvine (YOG 1992)
Episode 40: Jeremy Irvine (YOG 1992) - CEO Australian Dental Prosthetists Association
"I had wonderful teachers. You didn't muck around with them, they pushed you in a good way."
For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
Nov 25, 2019 • 41min
039 - IBY Eloise Grace (nee Gentle) (YOG 1994)
Episode 39: Eloise Grace (nee Gentle) (YOG 1994) - Television journalist
"The spirit of the School helped me gain a lot more confidence. There was always a positive vibe and by the time I left, I found it easy to talk to anyone."
For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
Nov 11, 2019 • 44min
038 - IBY Alex Obradovic (YOG 2014)
Episode 38: Alex Obradovic (YOG 2014) - Astrophysicist
"Yarra gave me lessons about friendship and life."
For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
Oct 28, 2019 • 52min
037 - IBY Abbie Roodenburg (nee Underwood) (YOG 1996)
Episode 37: Abbie Roodenburg (nee Underwood) (YOG 1996) - Barrister
"The Yarra Spirit brings to mind how everyone bonded and encouraged one another."
For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
Oct 14, 2019 • 42min
036 - IBY Chris Adnam (YOG 1978)
Episode 36: Chris Adnam (YOG 1978) - Musician and Author
"There were paddocks and orchards everywhere back then".
For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
Sep 30, 2019 • 47min
035 - IBY Andy Baldwin (YOG 1987)
Episode 35: Andy Baldwin (YOG 1987) - Music Producer
“There’s a real deep respect, friendship and loyalty.”
For more information please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
Sep 15, 2019 • 38min
034 - IBY Natasha Wlkinson (YOG 1989)
Episode 34: Natasha Wilkinson (YOG 1989) - CEO Donwood Community Aged Care Services
"Yarra gave me so much more than two years' of education - it gave me confidence and resilience."
For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
Sep 1, 2019 • 24min
033 - IBY Travis Cloke (YOG 2005)
Episode 33: Travis Cloke (YOG 2005) - Former professional footballer
"To come here and interact with the students puts a smile on my face."
For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
Aug 19, 2019 • 32min
032: Mark Buchanan (YOG 1979)
Episode 32: Mark Buchanan (YOG 1979) - Innovator - Rock Climbing Wall Creator
"For me, Yarra embodied core friendships, great teachers, exploring new experiences and respecting other people."
For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
