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
Mentioned books
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
Nov 28, 2022 • 54min
109 - IBY Rhys Jewell (YOG 1992)
Episode 109: Rhys Jewell (YOG 1992) - Lawyer
"Our year level was inspiring - we knew each other well."
For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
Nov 15, 2022 • 44min
108 - IBY Laura Elliott (YOG 2010)
Episode 108: Laura Elliott (YOG 2010) - Principal Solicitor, Victorian Government Solicitor’s Office
"Teachers were passionate about what they did and that was infectious.”
For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
Oct 18, 2022 • 1h 3min
107 - IBY Simon Higginbotham (YOG 1974)
Episode 107: Simon Higginbotham (YOG 1974) - Teacher
"I’ve seen a lot of changes since my very first day at Yarra. I think the school is very much about students living the dream.”
For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
