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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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
Apr 30, 2024 • 1h 2min
129 - IBY Hilary Senhanli (YOG 1983)
Episode 129: Hilary Senhanli (YOG 1983)
"To me, the School motto is about raising your gaze and being aspirational."
For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
Apr 16, 2024 • 47min
128 - IBY Gordon McLean (YOG 1972)
Episode 128: Gordon McLean (YOG 1972) - Regional Manager Sukyo Mahikari, New Zealand
"The spirit of Yarra did something - it touched my soul."
For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
Apr 2, 2024 • 46min
127 - IBY Lisa Tatai (YOG 1991)
Episode 127: Lisa Tatai (YOG 1991) - Laboratory Assistant, Bionics Institute
"I was only at Yarra for VCE, but they were two very good years."
For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
