Inspired by Yarra

Inspired by Yarra

By 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.
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051 - IBY Jason Mattingley (YOG 1982)

Inspired by YarraMay 25, 2020
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149 - IBY Paul Fildes (YOG 1974)

149 - IBY Paul Fildes (YOG 1974)

Episode 149: Paul Fildes (YOG 1974) - Family Law Specialist

"There were a lot of new and enthusiastic teachers at a new school."

For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast


Jul 01, 202553:58
148 - Linda Burchett (YOG 2016)

148 - Linda Burchett (YOG 2016)

Episode 148: Linda Burchett (YOG 2016) - Doctor and Paediatric Trainee

"I'm still friends with many of the Yarra staff and students today."

For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Jun 17, 202554:17
147 - IBY David Spaulding (YOG 1978)

147 - IBY David Spaulding (YOG 1978)

Episode 147: David Spaulding (YOG 1978) - CEO and Industrial Chemist

“A group of us still catch up from Yarra and the camaraderie that has lasted from then to now is terrific.”

For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Jun 05, 202554:42
146 - IBY Alexie Better (YOG 2006)

146 - IBY Alexie Better (YOG 2006)

Episode 146: Alexie Better (YOG 2006)

"The lesson I learned from Yarra was to never give up."

For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

May 20, 202501:03:18
145 - Dean Millson (YOG 1994)

145 - Dean Millson (YOG 1994)

Episode 144: Dean Millson (YOG 1994) - Director & Brand Strategist, Di Marca

"This school helps you realise that the sky is the limit."

For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

May 13, 202501:11:42
144 - IBY Erin Upson (YOG 2015)

144 - IBY Erin Upson (YOG 2015)

Episode 144: Erin Upson (YOG 2015) - Lawyer

"Yarra does an amazing job of fostering connections"

For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Apr 22, 202552:46
143 - IBY James Francis (YOG 1994)

143 - IBY James Francis (YOG 1994)

Episode 143: James Francis (YOG 1994) - Bricklayer and TAFE Educator

"The motto meant don't forget to look up every now and then so you enjoy the world."

For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Apr 09, 202545:34
142 - IBY Emma Hain (YOG 1991)

142 - IBY Emma Hain (YOG 1991)

Episode 142: Emma Hain (YOG 1991)

"The teachers at Yarra were there for the students - they cared."

For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Apr 02, 202558:43
141 - IBY James Brooke (YOG 2004)

141 - IBY James Brooke (YOG 2004)

Episode 1411: James Brooke (YOG 2004) - PhD candidate in ultracold atomic physics

"The Yarra motto for me is about looking up to see what else is around you, rather than simply following the path in front of you."

For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Mar 11, 202501:03:38
140 - IBY Andrea Lewis (YOG 1980)

140 - IBY Andrea Lewis (YOG 1980)

Episode 140: Andrea Lewis (YOG 1980) - Teacher and Asylum Seeker Support Worker

“Being at Yarra were some of the best years of my life.”

For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast .

Feb 25, 202547:18
139 - IBY Brielle Jones (YOG 2006)

139 - IBY Brielle Jones (YOG 2006)

Episode 139: Brielle Jones (YOG 2006) - Professional Organiser and Interior Stylist

"Yarra taught me resilience and perseverance."

For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Nov 28, 202401:09:31
138 - IBY Bentleigh Gibson (YOG 1997)

138 - IBY Bentleigh Gibson (YOG 1997)

Episode 138: Bentleigh Gibson (YOG 1997) - General Manager, GESA

"I enjoyed Saturday morning sport - the camaraderie and pride in supporting the school."

For more information go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Nov 13, 202401:04:56
137 - IBY Gayle Martini (YOG 1994)

137 - IBY Gayle Martini (YOG 1994)

Episode 137: Gayle Martini (nee Shoolman, YOG 1994) - Sales and Marketing Coordinator

"To me the School motto is about looking up to people you respect."

For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Oct 14, 202449:34
136 - IBY Adam Docking (YOG 1988)

136 - IBY Adam Docking (YOG 1988)

Episode 136: Adam Docking (YOG 1988) - Real estate director and auctioneer

"You never lose the connection to Yarra."

For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Oct 04, 202455:10
135 - IBY Hannah Brodribb (YOG 2019)

135 - IBY Hannah Brodribb (YOG 2019)

Episode 135: Hannah Brodribb (YOG 2019) - Legal assistant, self employed and manager and state party coordinator

"I had strong teachers and mentors who showed me the way at Yarra."

For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Sep 03, 202457:10
134 - IBY Geoffrey Smith (YOG 1976)

134 - IBY Geoffrey Smith (YOG 1976)

Episode 134: IBY Geoffrey Smith (YOG 1976) - Filmmaker

"My English teacher was a rare person who could look into your soul and bring out the best in you."

For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Aug 21, 202401:15:08
133 - Miranda Ryall (YOG 2002)

133 - Miranda Ryall (YOG 2002)

Episode 133: Miranda Ryall (YOG 2002) - Physiotherapist

“We had great student leaders who created a safe environment where people could thrive.”

For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Aug 06, 202454:34
132 - IBY Tim Dewhurst (YOG 1972)

132 - IBY Tim Dewhurst (YOG 1972)

Episode 132: Tim Dewhurst (YOG 1972)

"My teachers were all very involved and interested and supported the spirit of the school."

For more information, please go to https://www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Jul 23, 202454:41
131 - Eleanor Louise Butt (YOG 1999)

131 - Eleanor Louise Butt (YOG 1999)

Episode 131 - Eleanor Louise Butt (YOG 1999)

"I felt especially supported and welcomed by the Art Department at Yarra"

For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Jul 02, 202444:58
130 - IBY Gavin Macrae (YOG 1996)

130 - IBY Gavin Macrae (YOG 1996)

Episode 130: Gavin Macrae (YOG 1996) - Lawyer and Partner at Hall and Wilcox

“There were so many opportunities for you to find your way at Yarra.”

For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Jun 04, 202441:14
129 - IBY Hilary Senhanli (YOG 1983)

129 - IBY Hilary Senhanli (YOG 1983)

Episode 129: Hilary Senhanli (YOG 1983)

"To me, the School motto is about raising your gaze and being aspirational."

For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Apr 30, 202401:02:04
128 - IBY Gordon McLean (YOG 1972)

128 - IBY Gordon McLean (YOG 1972)

Episode 128: Gordon McLean (YOG 1972) - Regional Manager Sukyo Mahikari, New Zealand

"The spirit of Yarra did something - it touched my soul."

For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Apr 16, 202446:55
127 - IBY Lisa Tatai (YOG 1991)

127 - IBY Lisa Tatai (YOG 1991)

Episode 127: Lisa Tatai (YOG 1991) - Laboratory Assistant, Bionics Institute

"I was only at Yarra for VCE, but they were two very good years."

For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Apr 02, 202445:49
126 - IBY Ross Emslie (YOG 1971)

126 - IBY Ross Emslie (YOG 1971)

Episode 126: Ross Emslie (YOG 1971) - Mechanical Engineer

"Teachers gave their heart and soul so you could be the best you could be."

For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Mar 20, 202446:24
125 - Miranda Sowden (YOG 1982)

125 - Miranda Sowden (YOG 1982)

Episode 125: Miranda Sowden (YOG 1982) - HR Director

"The school motto is about finding your passion, power and genius."

For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Mar 07, 202446:58
124 - IBY Jack Sammann (YOG 2016)

124 - IBY Jack Sammann (YOG 2016)

Episode 124: Jack Sammann (YOG 2016) - Senior Communications Advisor

"Yarra exposes students to different experiences and gives you confidence."

For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Feb 22, 202442:48
123 - IBY Emma Drew (YOG 1992)

123 - IBY Emma Drew (YOG 1992)

Episode 123 - Emma Drew (YOG 1992) - Aid Worker

"My time at Yarra was a really diverse mix - a nice combination of people."

For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Dec 14, 202301:07:28
122 - IBY Luke Alcock (YOG 1998)

122 - IBY Luke Alcock (YOG 1998)

Episode 122: Luke Alcock (YOG 1998)

"Yarra had a strong sense of connection."

For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Nov 29, 202351:56
121 - IBY Tracey Steinrucken (YOG 2004)

121 - IBY Tracey Steinrucken (YOG 2004)

Episode 121: Tracey Steinrucken (YOG 2004) - CSIRO Research Scientist

“I had influential teachers at Yarra who helped shape my career.”

For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Nov 14, 202346:30
120 - IBY Gordon Blake (YOG 1981)

120 - IBY Gordon Blake (YOG 1981)

Episode 120: Gordon Blake (YOG 1981) - Retired Musician

"To me the Yarra motto means going beyond the realm where you feel comfortable."

For more information please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Oct 31, 202301:01:42
119 - IBY Layla Prince (YOG 2021)

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 16, 202339:24
118 - IBY Tim Gentle (YOG 1993)

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

Oct 02, 202301:01:58
117 - Adele Thompson (YOG 1994)

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 19, 202350:04
116 - IBY Jim Corbett (YOG 1982)

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

Sep 04, 202357:40
115 - IBY Claire Harrison (YOG 1996)

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 21, 202347:05
114 - IBY Martin Watson (YOG 1984)

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

Aug 07, 202358:02
113 - IBY Emma-Rose Parsons (YOG 1998)

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 26, 202345:00
112 - IBY Derek Chan (YOG 2015)
Jul 10, 202354:54
111 - IBY Justin Benson (YOG 1990)

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 

Jan 08, 202301:04:00
110 - IBY Izzy Burns (YOG 2016)

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 

Dec 13, 202254:22
109 - IBY Rhys Jewell (YOG 1992)

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 28, 202254:16
108 - IBY Laura Elliott (YOG 2010)

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

Nov 15, 202244:13
107 - IBY Simon Higginbotham (YOG 1974)

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

Oct 18, 202201:03:00
106 - IBY Georgie Swan (YOG 1988)

106 - IBY Georgie Swan (YOG 1988)

Episode 106: Georgie Swan (YOG 1988) - People & Capability Manager, Officeworks.

"Teachers helped us step up and have a go and you can take that with you in anything you do."

For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Oct 03, 202241:06
105 - IBY Jack Harper (YOG 2012)

105 - IBY Jack Harper (YOG 2012)

Episode 105: Jack Harper (YOG 2012) - Associate Lecturer in Clinical Exercise, Deakin University

"You have to have a drive, purpose and passion each day."

For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Sep 18, 202242:24
104 - IBY Pam Burnett (YOG 1987)

104 - IBY Pam Burnett (YOG 1987)

Episode 104: Pam Burnett (YOG 1987) - Chief Marketing Officer, Independence Australia

"Yarra's philosophy was to keep questioning and trying new things."

For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Sep 06, 202246:38
103 - IBY Mathew Card (YOG 1990)

103 - IBY Mathew Card (YOG 1990)

Episode 103: Mathew Card (YOG 1990) - Director/Founder: Acoyé, President/Co-Founder: Rethink Recycling Co-op

"If you open yourself to opportunity, the more opportunities you will see."

For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Aug 22, 202258:56
102 - IBY Daniella Sorace (YOG 2004)

102 - IBY Daniella Sorace (YOG 2004)

Episode 102: Daniella Sorace (YOG 2004) - Group Account Director, Kate & Co. PR

“I was inspired by the opportunities and networks at Yarra.”

For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast 

Aug 08, 202242:13
101 - IBY Andy Griffiths (YOG 1979)

101 - IBY Andy Griffiths (YOG 1979)

Episode 101: For this episode we have re-interviewed our first guest from Episode 001, Andy Griffiths (YOG 1979) - Award-winning Australian Children's Author.

“Allow yourself to play and fail now and again, because the fails are stepping stones to future success.”

For more information, please go to www.yvg.vic.edu.au/podcast

Jul 25, 202201:05:54
100 - IBY 100th Episode Special

100 - IBY 100th Episode Special

Episode 100 of the Inspired By Yarra podcast offers a snapshot of bite sized clips from some of the 99 conversations we’ve had with Yarra Old Grammarians since the podcast first launched in September 2018. Featured YOGs include Dr Chris Fildes (YOG 1971 from Episode 8), Kirsten Jackson (YOG 1987 from Episode 83), Chris Beale (YOG 1999 from Episode 97), Stephanie Puopolo (YOG 2009 from Episode 61), Josh Simmonds (YOG 2013 from Episode 84) and many more.

Tune in as we hear from previous guests on the podcast, reflecting on their favorite memories from their time at Yarra Valley Grammar. And listen to a range of quick responses to favorite questions like, ‘What did your lunchbox contain?’ and ‘What House were you in during your time at Yarra?’

For more information, please go to www.yvg.edu.au/podcast 

Jul 11, 202201:12:50