
Humans of Purpose
Each week, your host Mel Greblo brings you inspiring conversations with purpose-driven leaders from our local community and abroad. Guests join Mel for a relaxed conversation to discuss their life and career journey, purpose and how they create positive impact through their work. Tea, coffee or single malt whiskey are served as we traverse meaningful subjects and gain insights into business and community. Wisdom, experience and banter are combined to offer you a supreme 45-minute podcast immersion.
For more information about Humans of Purpose, including a sneak peak into the impact we’re making in the world. Visit https://humansofpurpose.com/
Latest episodes

Nov 29, 2021 • 36min
218 Andrew Wear: The Recovery
Andrew Wear
Andrew is a regular on Humans of Purpose and wears a couple of hats. He is the City Economist at City of Melbourne, he is a terrific author who tackles only the most challenging and fascinating subjects and he is also a Non-Executive Director at Ardoch. Andrew’s latest book is Recovery. How we can create a better, brighter future after a crisis.
In Recovery, Andrew asks as we emerge from the COVID-19 health and economic crisis, what can we learn from other recoveries? You can find Recovery at all good bookstores and online retailers. If you prefer online, purchase via publisher Black Inc Books, who will include free shipping!
Neon Treehouse
I'm really pleased to announce that Humans of Purpose has partnered with digital agency and major season sponsor, Neon Treehouse. Neon Treehouse are a bold and creative team, delivering bright and imaginative solutions in the digital space. They are the digital agency I would send any of my trusted friends or colleagues to.
Your Support
Humans of Purpose is independent, primarily self-funded and locally produced. A big thankyou goes out to our amazing Patreon supporters who help us run the show:
Deb, Joel, Carmen, Levi, Bee, Lyndon and Joe, Misha and Sabina
Support us today for as little as the price of a single coffee per month. I'll send you an awesome exclusive Humans of Purpose tote bag (valued at $25) and you will help shape the podcast moving forward.
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Nov 22, 2021 • 45min
217 Krystian Seibert: Our Giving
Krystian Seibert
Krystian wears many hats as a researcher, educator, advocate and non executive director. He is Industry Fellow at the Centre for Social Impact at Swinburne University of Technology. He is also an Advisor to Philanthropy Australia and the Chair of Mental Health First Aid Australia. Check him out on Twitter too.
Neon Treehouse
I'm really pleased to announce that Humans of Purpose has partnered with digital agency and major season sponsor, Neon Treehouse. Neon Treehouse are a bold and creative team, delivering bright and imaginative solutions in the digital space. They are the digital agency I would send any of my trusted friends or colleagues to.
Your Support
Humans of Purpose is independent, primarily self-funded and locally produced. A big thankyou goes out to our amazing Patreon supporters who help us run the show:
Deb, Joel, Carmen, Levi, Bee, Lyndon and Joe, Misha and Sabina
Support us today for as little as the price of a single coffee per month. I'll send you an awesome exclusive Humans of Purpose tote bag (valued at $25) and you will help shape the podcast moving forward.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 15, 2021 • 41min
216 Stephanie Vasiliou: Batyr Impact
Stephanie Vasiliou
Today I’m excited to bring you my conversation with Stephanie Vasiliou. Steph is the Head of Global Impact at Batyr. Batyr is a 'for purpose' preventative mental health organisation, created and driven by young people, for young people.
Neon Treehouse
I'm really pleased to announce that Humans of Purpose has partnered with digital agency and major season sponsor, Neon Treehouse. Neon Treehouse are a bold and creative team, delivering bright and imaginative solutions in the digital space. They are the digital agency I would send any of my trusted friends or colleagues to.
Your Support
Humans of Purpose is independent, primarily self-funded and locally produced. A big thankyou goes out to our amazing Patreon supporters who help us run the show:
Deb, Joel, Carmen, Levi, Bee, Lyndon and Joe, Misha and Sabina
Support us today for as little as the price of a single coffee per month. I'll send you an awesome exclusive Humans of Purpose tote bag (valued at $25) and you will help shape the podcast moving forward.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 8, 2021 • 41min
215 Stephanie Silver: Mindful Living
Stephanie Silver
Steph is the Founder of I Am Mindful. I Am Mindful amongst other things create and distribute the I Am Mindful Box, which supports people to discover how to cope with tough times in a healthy, fun and evidence-based way. They also run a terrific I Am Mindful School Program, which empowers young people to be their own mental health heroes.
Neon Treehouse
I'm really pleased to announce that Humans of Purpose has partnered with digital agency and major season sponsor, Neon Treehouse. Neon Treehouse are a bold and creative team, delivering bright and imaginative solutions in the digital space. They are the digital agency I would send any of my trusted friends or colleagues to.
Your Support
Humans of Purpose is independent, primarily self-funded and locally produced. A big thankyou goes out to our amazing Patreon supporters who help us run the show:
Deb, Joel, Carmen, Levi, Bee, Lyndon and Joe, Misha and Sabina
Support us today for as little as the price of a single coffee per month. I'll send you an awesome exclusive Humans of Purpose tote bag (valued at $25) and you will help shape the podcast moving forward.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 1, 2021 • 44min
214 Frankie Layton: The Dirt
Frankie Layton
Frankie is the Founder of The Dirt Company. I’m a big fan of Frankie from way back when she and Dirt were featured in Startup Victoria’s Duct Tape magazine. Basically, Frankie at the team at Dirt make laundry products that are stylish, make your clothes smell and look great and leave you feeling far better about the impact you’ve had on the planet.
Neon Treehouse
I'm really pleased to announce that Humans of Purpose has partnered with digital agency and major season sponsor, Neon Treehouse. Neon Treehouse are a bold and creative team, delivering bright and imaginative solutions in the digital space. They are the digital agency I would send any of my trusted friends or colleagues to.
Your Support
Humans of Purpose is independent, primarily self-funded and locally produced. A big thankyou goes out to our amazing Patreon supporters who help us run the show:
Deb, Joel, Carmen, Levi, Bee, Lyndon and Joe, Misha and Sabina
Support us today for as little as the price of a single coffee per month. I'll send you an awesome exclusive Humans of Purpose tote bag (valued at $25) and you will help shape the podcast moving forward.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 25, 2021 • 40min
213 Andre Eikmeier: Good Empire
Andre Eikmeier
Andre is the founder of Good Empire, a platform to unite and empower a global community to live more purposeful, connected and impactful lives. The future state here is to create a more equal, abundant and sustainable world. You might know Andre from his previous project, Vinomofo, which he founded and ran with his brother in law Justin. Andre and Justin grew it from his garage into a $100m wine brand, uniting a community of passionate wine lovers all around the world.
Neon Treehouse
I'm really pleased to announce that Humans of Purpose has partnered with digital agency and major season sponsor, Neon Treehouse. Neon Treehouse are a bold and creative team, delivering bright and imaginative solutions in the digital space. They are the digital agency I would send any of my trusted friends or colleagues to.
Your Support
Humans of Purpose is independent, primarily self-funded and locally produced. We are supported by our generous community of listeners. A big thankyou goes out to our amazing Patreon supporters:
Deb, Joel, Carmen, Levi, Bee, Lyndon and Joe, Misha and Sabina. Support us today for as little as the price of a single coffee per month. I'll send you an awesome exclusive Humans of Purpose tote bag (valued at $25) and you will help shape the podcast moving forward.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 18, 2021 • 43min
212 Zali Steggall: Advocating Change
Zali Steggall OAM MP
Zali is an Independent Federal Member of Parliament for Warringah. Zali is a powerful advocate for social and political change, especially around issues that are important to her community. These include advocating for climate action, as well as greater honesty and accountability in parliament around promises made in election campaigns. Zali grew up in Manly and represented Australia in four Olympic Games in alpine skiing. Post retirement from international sporting competition, Zali trained as a lawyer and became a successful barrister specialising in sports and family law. Following this she entered politics as an independent in 2019 and the rest is history.
Neon Treehouse
I'm really pleased to announce that Humans of Purpose has partnered with digital agency and major season sponsor, Neon Treehouse. Neon Treehouse are a bold and creative team, delivering bright and imaginative solutions in the digital space. They are the digital agency I would send any of my trusted friends or colleagues to.
Community Powered
Humans of Purpose is independent and locally produced. We are funded and supported by our generous community of listeners. A big thankyou goes out to our amazing Patreon supporters:
Deb, Joel, Carmen, Levi, Bee, Lyndon and Joe, Misha and Sabina.
Patreon support covers the majority of my monthly costs of production and enables me to improve podcast quality and to secure top quality guests. Have you thought about supporting us?
Become a Patreon Supporter today for as little as the price of a single coffee per month. I'll send you an awesome exclusive Humans of Purpose tote bag (valued at $25) and you will help shape the podcast moving forward. Support us via Patreon today.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 11, 2021 • 36min
211 Ethel Karskens: Data Democracy
Ethel Karskens
Ethel is the founder and CEO of Civita. Civita creates opportunities for collaborations between skilled volunteers and socially-driven organisations for innovative, data-centric and sustainable solutions. Ethel’s background is in democratising data, building digital solutions and in empowering and upskilling for purpose groups and organisations to impact positive social change.
Neon Treehouse
I'm really pleased to announce that Humans of Purpose has partnered with digital agency and major season sponsor, Neon Treehouse. Neon Treehouse are a bold and creative team, delivering bright and imaginative solutions in the digital space. They are the digital agency I would send any of my trusted friends or colleagues to.
Community Powered
Humans of Purpose is independent and locally produced. We are funded and supported by our generous community of listeners. A big thankyou goes out to our amazing Patreon supporters:
Deb, Joel, Carmen, Levi, Bee, Lyndon and Joe, Misha and Sabina.
Patreon support covers the majority of my monthly costs of production and enables me to improve podcast quality and to secure top quality guests. Have you thought about supporting us?
Become a Patreon Supporter today for as little as the price of a single coffee per month. I'll send you an awesome exclusive Humans of Purpose tote bag (valued at $25) and you will help shape the podcast moving forward. Support us via Patreon today.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 4, 2021 • 42min
210 Toby Yo: The Biohacker
Toby Yo
Today I’m excited to bring you my conversation with Toby Yo. I met Toby earlier in the year when I joined the Biohacking Australia Facebook, which boasts nearly 8,000 members, of which Toby is the Chief Moderator. Toby is a fascinating guy who is a life and fitness coach, blogger and influencer. He is also a passionate, purposeful and committed biohacker. His discipline and obsessive focus on self-improvement has driven him to some amazing heights.
Neon Treehouse
I'm really pleased to announce that Humans of Purpose has partnered with digital agency and major season sponsor, Neon Treehouse. Neon Treehouse are a bold and creative team, delivering bright and imaginative solutions in the digital space. They are the digital agency I would send any of my trusted friends or colleagues to.
Community Powered
Humans of Purpose is independent and locally produced. We are funded and supported by our generous community of listeners. A big thankyou goes out to our amazing Patreon supporters:
Deb, Joel, Carmen, Levi, Bee, Lyndon and Joe, Misha and Sabina.
Patreon support covers the majority of my monthly costs of production and enables me to improve podcast quality and to secure top quality guests. Have you thought about supporting us?
Become a Patreon Supporter today for as little as the price of a single coffee per month. I'll send you an awesome exclusive Humans of Purpose tote bag (valued at $25) and you will help shape the podcast moving forward. Support us via Patreon today.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 27, 2021 • 36min
209 Prue Rocchi: Sustainable Teeth
Prue Rocchi
Prue is the co-founder at Rocc Naturals. Prue is a health obsessive who was beguiled by not being able to find a family toothbrushing solution that was effective and could also make the world a better place. So she created Rocc Naturals, which refreshingly ticks all these boxes: All natural ingredients, Packaging looks great, Good for the earth, Full of vitamins and minerals.
Neon Treehouse
I'm really pleased to announce that Humans of Purpose has partnered with digital agency and major season sponsor, Neon Treehouse. Neon Treehouse are a bold and creative team, delivering bright and imaginative solutions in the digital space. They are the digital agency I would send any of my trusted friends or colleagues to.
Community Powered
Humans of Purpose is independent and locally produced. We are funded and supported by our generous community of listeners. A big thankyou goes out to our amazing Patreon supporters:
Deb, Joel, Carmen, Levi, Bee, Lyndon and Joe, Misha and Sabina. Patreon support covers the majority of my monthly costs of production and enables me to improve podcast quality and to secure top quality guests. Have you thought about supporting us?
Become a Patreon Supporter today for as little as the price of a single coffee per month. I'll send you an awesome exclusive Humans of Purpose tote bag (valued at $25) and you will help shape the podcast moving forward. Support us via Patreon today.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.