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
Oct 16, 2023 • 39min
119 - IBY Layla Prince (YOG 2021)
Episode 119 - Layla Prince (YOG 2021) - Basketballer and Coach
"The school motto resonates for me because it’s
about striving for your dreams and goals."
For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
Oct 2, 2023 • 1h 2min
118 - IBY Tim Gentle (YOG 1993)
Episode 118: Time Gentle (YOG 1993) - Founder, Think.Digital
"I just found that inner strength and resilience to stand up and deliver."
For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
Sep 19, 2023 • 50min
117 - Adele Thompson (YOG 1994)
Episode 117 - Adele Thompson (YOG 1994) - Head of Digital Design, Marketing & Sponsorship, Horse in the Box Equestrian
"Yarra taught me a lot about myself."
For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
Sep 4, 2023 • 58min
116 - IBY Jim Corbett (YOG 1982)
Episode 116: Jim Corbett (YOG 1982) - Director, Sport and Leisure Solutions
“Yarra was a field of dreams in terms of what it offered me.”
For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
Aug 21, 2023 • 47min
115 - IBY Claire Harrison (YOG 1996)
Episode 115: Claire Harrison (YOG 1996) - Philanthropy Manager
“The dedication of the staff who put on the musical
productions was above and beyond.”
For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
Aug 7, 2023 • 58min
114 - IBY Martin Watson (YOG 1984)
Episode 114: Martin Watson (YOG 1984) - Managing Director, Bellwether Financial Group
"The teachers at Yarra inspired me to pursue my strengths."
For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
Jul 26, 2023 • 45min
113 - IBY Emma-Rose Parsons (YOG 1998)
Episode 113: Emma-Rose Parsons (YOG 1998) - Psychologist
"My time on stage in drama at Yarra prepared me to present for 1,000 people on stage as a psychologist."
For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
Jul 10, 2023 • 55min
112 - IBY Derek Chan (YOG 2015)
Episode 112: Derek Chan (YOG 2015) - Writer and Poet
"I was quite shy but at Yarra, I came out of my shell and integrated quickly."
For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
Jan 8, 2023 • 1h 4min
111 - IBY Justin Benson (YOG 1990)
Episode 111: Justin Benson (YOG 1990) - Chief Financial Officer
"I like being fluid, constantly learning and trying new things.”
For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
Dec 13, 2022 • 54min
110 - IBY Izzy Burns (YOG 2016)
Episode 110: Izzy Burns (YOG 2016) - Online Community Facilitator
"I felt safe to explore who I was at Yarra which helped me become the person I am today.”
For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
