When I Was Young
Society & Culture
About
Exploring the younger years and turning point moments of authentic, outstanding and inspiring people. See the world through the eyes of someone who may have grown up in an entirely different way to you.
Episodes
- No one in Coburg was gay in the 1980's - Patrick Bonello’s story of courage, resilience and finding connection
Patrick Bonello recounts his childhood in 1970s and 80s Coburg as an identical twin, developing a passion for radio while grappling with his identity as a gay man. He discusses the social and political landscape of sexuality and the AIDS c…
- Christine Nixon: Portrait of a trail-blazing leader
This episode features Christine Nixon discussing her childhood, independence, and remarkable career in the NSW police force, beginning in 1972 when few women were present. She shares insights from her leadership journey with humour and ope…
- Dan Stubbs is Victoria’s first Public Advocate with a declared disability. From blind skiing to his huge career in advocacy, Dan shares the story about losing his sight and creating a unique path towards his calling in life.
Dan Stubbs, Victoria's first Public Advocate with a declared disability, shares his life story from childhood in Melbourne to losing his sight at fourteen. He details his continued mission to experience the world fully, his career in advoc…
- Fiona Garrivan, celebrant and podcast host of Deadly Serious Conversations talks about death and dying with foresight and kindness.
Fiona Garrivan shares her life story, including growing up in Northern Ireland and moving to Australia. She now works as a celebrant and hosts the podcast 'Deadly Serious Conversations,' focusing on open discussions about death and dying.
- Dr Kathryn Lomas on growing up in New Zealand, taking risks, being an entrepreneur and researching our natural world for answers to human problems
Dr. Kathryn Lomas, an innovative scientist and entrepreneur, shares her experiences growing up in New Zealand, exploring the world, and applying natural systems thinking to technology. She discusses her successful med-tech startup and her…
- Mathan Ratinam shares his early life story in Sri Lanka, a considered perspective on colonisation, and the joys of architecture and Hip Hop.
Mathan Ratinam shares his life story, from persecution in Sri Lanka and immigrating to Australia, to discovering Hip Hop and architecture. He transitioned from an international architecture career to working in Aboriginal Youth Justice in…
- Merita Tabain on Melbourne's 1970s alternative music scene and discovering what life has in store for you
Merita Tabain shares her experiences growing up in 1970s Melbourne, discovering the alternative music scene, and pursuing dreams of travel and education, which led to a career in government and emergency management.
- Dr Trishima Mitra-Kahn on family violence, sociology and debating, from New Delhi to London and Melbourne.
Dr Trishima Mitra-Kahn shares her journey from experiencing family violence to researching its causes. She discusses her work in sociology and her role at Body Safety Australia and Safe Steps Family Violence Response Centre, aiming to elim…
- Pat's story of growing up in Frankston North in the 1960s
Nina interviews Pat about his life growing up in a working-class Frankston North, Australia in the 1960s and 70s. Pat shares his experiences of hardship and triumph as an 'Aussie battler', ultimately finding a path out of his socio-economi…
- Kabinga Mazaba talks about growing up in Zambia, childhood trauma and how she reclaimed her life.
In this episode of When I Was Young, guest Kabinga Mazaba discusses her childhood in Zambia, her experiences with trauma, and her journey toward healing. She also shares her life experiences as an author and speaker living in Scotland and…
- Vivienne Nguyễn reflects on growing up in Vietnam and Australia
Vivienne Nguyen discusses her childhood in Vietnam during the war, her refugee experience in Malaysia and Australia, and her eventual rise as a multicultural community advocate in Victoria. The episode was recorded in Melbourne, Australia.