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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Nov 9, 2020 • 56min
063 - IBY Anna Johnston (YOG 2012)
Episode 63: Anna Johnston (YOG 2012) - Manager, Restructuring Services, Deloitte
"Growth is one of my top values. If I’m learning different things, that energises me."
For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
Oct 29, 2020 • 1h 1min
062 - IBY Anthony Basford (YOG 1985)
Episode 62: Anthony Basford (YOG 1985) - CEO East Gippsland Shire Council
"My experiences at Yarra are part of who I am and what I do today.”
For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
Oct 13, 2020 • 57min
061 - IBY Stephanie Puopolo (YOG 2009)
Episode 61: Stephanie Puopolo (YOG 2009) - Netballer and Learning & Development Specialist
"Being at Yarra ignited a spark for me – I wanted to be at school, which was exciting. I became a new student when I came here.”
For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
Sep 28, 2020 • 1h 15min
060 - IBY Jason Ball (YOG 2006)
Episode 60: Jason Ball (YOG 2006) - Project Lead at Scope Australia and LGBTIQ advocate
"The school motto still resonates – it’s about looking up, saying ‘yes’ and making the most of opportunities."
For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
Sep 14, 2020 • 59min
059 - IBY Loren Brealey (YOG 2012)
Episode 59: Loren Brealey (YOG 2012) - Saxophonist and Music Teacher
"Try different things - you might surprise yourself with where your passions lie"
For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
Aug 31, 2020 • 36min
058 - IBY Cameron Britt (YOG 2002)
Episode 58: Cameron Britt (YOG 2002) - CEO, South Fremantle Football Club
"The beauty of Yarra, for me, was the smorgasbord of opportunities."
For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
Aug 16, 2020 • 54min
057 - IBY Grant Nel (YOG 2006)
Episode 57: Grant Nel (YOG 2006) - Olympic Diver and Businessman
"My time at Yarra was definitely part of where I am today"
For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
Aug 6, 2020 • 48min
056 - IBY Tiana Koehrer (YOG 2014)
Episode 56: Tiana Koehrer (YOG 2014) - Project Officer, First Peoples' Assembly of Victoria
"Every opportunity you miss, leads you towards something better."
For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
Jul 19, 2020 • 43min
055 - IBY Steve McCracken (YOG 1994)
Episode 55: Steve McCracken (YOG 1994) - Commanding Officer, Royal Australian Navy
"Don't look at what is in front of you now. Look at what is coming and be ready for that."
For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
Jul 5, 2020 • 41min
054 - IBY Penny Swan (YOG 1990)
Episode 54: Penny Swan (YOG 1990) - Marketing and Business Manager
"Yarra gave me foundations in leadership... It showed me that I can do anything I want to do."
For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast
