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  • Healing trauma by rewiring the unconscious mind with Judith Richards
    Oct 1 2025

    Judith was the youngest of eight in a Catholic family. Despite a comfortable life, she faced traumatic experiences, including sexual abuse by priests from an early age.

    The abuse and violence she suffered profoundly shaping her programming and she developed beliefs of unworthiness and self-punishment. In secondary school, Judith endured further abuse, by a nun. Her suffering attracted more harmful relationships as she grew older.

    She suffered severe physical issues, leading to surgeries and years of pain. A life-threatening condition and tapping therapy showed her the healing power of the mind.

    For seven years Judith lived a rugged life in a tin shed, hiding from perpetrators. She faced extreme conditions and physical limitations. In 2011, she had a mental breakdown, but this period of physical and mental issues, paved the way for the life-saving therapy she developed, The Richards Trauma Process TRTP which has helped thousands overcome trauma and distress.

    This process resolves psychological trauma-related issues, such as PTSD, anxiety and depression - generally in 3 sessions. She has been teaching TRTP to health and mental health professionals for 12 years – medical doctors, clinical psychologists, psychotherapists, coaches etc. The first research study, in collaboration with Melbourne University, showing the efficacy of TRTP is about to be published.

    https://trtptherapy.com/

    YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/@TheRichardsTraumaProcess/videos

    Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/therichardstraumaprocess

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    Theme Song: "Broken" by Colin Lillie

    This Limited Kintsugi Heroes podcast series was made possible with grant funding from the NSW Department of Communities & Justice Connecting Seniors Grant Program. To find out more about the program, head to https://www.nsw.gov.au/grants-and-funding/connecting-seniors-grant-program-2025.

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  • From the Police to First Responder PTSD Advocate with Sean Haran
    Sep 24 2025

    Born in Brighton, England, Sean moved to Australia at age seven. His dad’s Irish heritage led them to Fremantle, beginning a life of adventure in Perth.

    At 15, Sean's navy dream ended due to colour blindness. He joined the Western Australian Police Academy in 1978, quickly finding his passion in policing.

    Sean served 15 years in the police, including the Tactical Response Group in 1985, fulfilling a lifelong ambition with thrilling, high-stakes operations.

    Leaving the Tactical Response Group in the early '90s due to internal conflicts, Sean faced anger and disillusionment, leading to transitioning struggles and bouts of PTSD.

    In the mid-'90s, Sean moved to Sydney, reuniting with his partner Julie. He briefly worked as an ambulance officer, finding new purpose and establishing deeper roots.

    Shifting to corporate security, Sean worked globally, regaining confidence and skills. In 2017, he co-founded Beyond the Badge, aiding police and first responders in career transitions.

    Today, Sean focuses on improving mental health support for first responders, playing golf, and continuously expanding Beyond the Badge.

    Find Sean at

    https://www.beyondthebadge.com.au/

    https://www.facebook.com/beyondthebadgeaustralia/?_rdr

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    Theme Song: "Broken" by Colin Lillie

    This Limited Kintsugi Heroes podcast series was made possible with grant funding from the NSW Department of Communities & Justice Connecting Seniors Grant Program. To find out more about the program, head to https://www.nsw.gov.au/grants-and-funding/connecting-seniors-grant-program-2025.

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  • Trailer • Connecting Seniors 2025
    Sep 23 2025

    We’re back for season two of Connecting Seniors! This special series shines a light on the stories of ageing Australians – moments of wisdom, laughter, challenge and connection. It’s all about celebrating life at every stage and bringing communities closer together.

    Tune in every Thursday for new episodes

    Find out more about this series and our other podcasts at KintsugiHeroes.com.au.

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    This Limited Kintsugi Heroes podcast series was made possible with grant funding from the NSW Department of Communities & Justice Connecting Seniors Grant Program. To find out more about the program, head to https://www.nsw.gov.au/grants-and-funding/connecting-seniors-grant-program-2025.

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  • Overcoming illness & fighting depression while competing as an elite athlete with Don Mathewson
    Jan 5 2025

    Don Mathewson is a true champion who shares his extraordinary story of courage, determination, a passion for athletics, and overcoming major physical challenges alongside a life of service to others.

    He is a Masters track athlete who has been World Champion on three occasions across different age groups and received fifteen other medals. During his pursuit of excellence, he has completed World Masters Athletics Championships in Finland, USA, France, Brazil, Spain and Australia. As well as holding several Australian and State records across different distances, he cycles with an early morning group three days a week and supports others through several forms of volunteering.

    About our Guest:

    Don joined the Royal Australian Navy at sixteen in a new scheme introduced by the Navy to provide more education for sailors to handle the technology in a modern navy.

    At twenty-one, he was promoted to Petty Officer. Two years later, he undertook Naval Officers training in the UK, winning the sword of honour for top candidate.

    He left the RAN after twenty-one years and began a career as a Field Director with World Vision International in the South Pacific.

    He became Senior Manager with a large talent management group as Senior Executive Coach.

    He worked there well past retirement age and then left to undertake volunteer roles.

    These include Mentoring Men, teaching English as a second language, being on the National Committee of Endeavour Foundation, a large disability support organisation and running a coffee mates group for older men.

    He teaches English to speakers of other languages and is passionate about mature age fitness and health.

    He has a keen interest in Politics, Climate and First Nations people and endeavours to keep across these issues through intentional reading.

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    Theme Song: "Broken" by Colin Lillie

    This Limited Kintsugi Heroes podcast series was made possible with grant funding from the NSW Department of Communities & Justice Connecting Seniors Grant Program. To find out more about the program, head to https://www.nsw.gov.au/grants-and-funding/connecting-seniors-grant-program-2025.

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    47 m
  • Listening & being present for your peers & community with Alan Stevens
    Dec 29 2024

    Alan’s remarkable story describes overcoming the challenges that go with building relationships. He raised three young boys after his first marriage broke up. This was followed by business failure, then another failed marriage.

    His life began to change when he discovered his healing gift. Then he met a group of Aboriginal Elders for a year around a campfire. Because he wanted to learn, not to help, he was invited to go through an initiation into manhood.

    Alan shares how successful relationships begin with yourself and letting others come to you. He helps others by listening, understanding and helping them heal themselves. This led directly to the Campfire Project, where people tell their stories without criticism, counselling, or judgment.

    About our Guest:

    Alan Stevens is an International Profiling and Communications Specialist and has appeared on TV and media worldwide.

    He has worked with international clients, like Disney Films and Gillette, and high-profile organisations, like the Australian Federal Police, to help them to understand how people tick. Alan works with business owners and executives, helping them to understand and engage their clients and prospects, enhancing their presentations and negotiation skills. And with parents and teachers to help children to reach their full potential while improving the experience of parents, teachers, and students.

    His courses are Certified Learning Solutions, and he is a Fellow of the Institute for Learning and Performance Asia Pacific.

    He is focused on creating and training his own competition to the highest level and as quickly as possible. He believes “We need more people with the skills, but they have to be well trained”, and he has a moral obligation to find and train the best coaches to become the leaders in their fields.

    He also created the #WeTogether initiative and The Campfire Project, a safe place for men and women to give themselves permission to tell their stories. And share their experiences and wisdom from around the world. Alan is also a Director of The Business of Smiles, helping raise Mental Health awareness in the workplace and worldwide.

    Contact:

    LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/readingfaces

    Facebook https://www.facebook.com/CelebrityProfiler

    Facebook Business page https://www.facebook.com/ReadingFaces/

    Instagram https://www.instagram.com/face_profiler

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    49 m
  • Advocating for Accessibility after Legally Blind at 42 with Narelle Gatti
    Dec 22 2024

    Narelle has a severe vision impairment that means she uses a guide dog to get around. She only started to lose my sight about 16 years ago and has lived with only seeing shapes for the last two years.

    She is an advocate for digital accessibility in Australia and work to let people know about the benefits of ensuring that everyone can access the information, understand the information and make informed decisions based on the information.

    The benefits of good communication and digital accessibility are important to her. And the benefits of being disabled. We are normal.

    Socials:

    https://dasat.com.au

    https://www.youtube.com/@digitalaccesssolutions

    https://www.linkedin.com/company/digital-access-solutions-and-assistive-technology

    https://www.facebook.com/DIGITALDASAT

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    Please take care: if you have been triggered by listening to this episode we recommend you get in contact with someone who can help keep you safe and give you the support you need. This may be Lifeline, AA, a friend, a counsellor, or some other support group.

    If you’d like to share your story on Kintsugi Heroes, please get in touch by contacting us via the website here - https://www.kintsugiheroes.com.au/contact

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    The Kintsugi Heroes team

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    Theme Song: "Broken" by Colin Lillie

    This Limited Kintsugi Heroes podcast series was made possible with grant funding from the NSW Department of Communities & Justice Connecting Seniors Grant Program. To find out more about the program, head to https://www.nsw.gov.au/grants-and-funding/connecting-seniors-grant-program-2025.

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    29 m
  • Friendship and Fitness are the key to a good life with Philip Basche
    Dec 15 2024

    Phillip has a very simple but profound story. He holds the record at St Vincent’s Hospital for the most heart by passes in one operation when he was 51. This was a defining moment for him as he realised, he may not have much longer to live and needed to live every day for today. Twenty-two years later he is still here, and he is living his life with meaning mostly around helping others. His volunteer work includes Lifeline, Mentoring Men and several boards involved with young people and mental health issues. The two things most important to him are exercise and being part of a supportive community. He sees helping others as his purpose for being on the planet.

    Biography

    I have had what would be described as a privileged life but like most people there are challenges for everybody. I have overcome my challenges mostly by being there for other people.

    Contact

    pbasche8@gmail.com

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    Please take care: if you have been triggered by listening to this episode we recommend you get in contact with someone who can help keep you safe and give you the support you need. This may be Lifeline, AA, a friend, a counsellor, or some other support group.

    If you’d like to share your story on Kintsugi Heroes, please get in touch by contacting us via the website here - https://www.kintsugiheroes.com.au/contact

    We hope you continue enjoying the heroes stories!

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    The Kintsugi Heroes team

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    Theme Song: "Broken" by Colin Lillie

    This Limited Kintsugi Heroes podcast series was made possible with grant funding from the NSW Department of Communities & Justice Connecting Seniors Grant Program. To find out more about the program, head to https://www.nsw.gov.au/grants-and-funding/connecting-seniors-grant-program-2025.

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    31 m
  • Finding your inspiration after divorce with Jeni Vercoe
    Dec 8 2024

    Jeni was married at twenty-two at a time when many women stayed at home after marriage. When her marriage broke up after twenty-two years, she had zero self-esteem, two kids and no idea how to move on as she felt she had no skills. She tells her remarkable story with humour, honesty and wisdom and describes how she tackled nursing first by training as an enrolled nurse but later moved into other levels of nursing. Her story is inspirational for anyone suffering from low self-esteem or imposter syndrome.

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    Warmly,

    The Kintsugi Heroes team

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    Theme Song: "Broken" by Colin Lillie

    This Limited Kintsugi Heroes podcast series was made possible with grant funding from the NSW Department of Communities & Justice Connecting Seniors Grant Program. To find out more about the program, head to https://www.nsw.gov.au/grants-and-funding/connecting-seniors-grant-program-2025.

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    42 m