Big Little Small Talk

Matt Hansson does not take “no” for an answer. He’s Australia’s next Pickleball Olympian, in the abled or disabled category. Matt made the agonising decision to have his left leg amputated after a motorcycle accident and says “me nearly dying and going through such a traumatic accident has made my life brilliant”. Matt’s interview is truly inspirational.

Petria Cumner is going places - fast! She is the founder of Stirling and Truffles a company that makes “beautiful sustainable lifestyle accessories”. For her trouble she has been nominated for the worldwide “Women Changing the World Awards” to be held in London in May. This is an incredible local story that has a lot more to be told in the future.

What happens if you’ve spent a large portion of your adolescence in a constant struggle with your mental health and then get diagnosed with a terminal illness at aged 20? It’s a hard, raw conversation but Ray Wassell has it with Megan in this very special episode. This episode contains themes that may not be suitable for all audiences. If anything in this episode raises conce

April is Parkinson’s Awareness month. Megan visited the Toowoomba Parkinson’s Support Group for the third year to hear how they are travelling. She had the privilege of talking to two people who bring nothing but joy to the local group. Sally Andrew takes dance classes and Melissa Forbes instructs the Park ‘n’ Song Choir. Carol Chalmers brings us up to speed with Joe’s pr

Lee Faulkner’s voice is like a honey drink when your throat is sore. It’s comforting, familiar and soothing. Lee has been the voice of breakfast radio for over 25 years now. Lee made his own demo tapes as a child and always dreamt of being on radio however his lack of confidence kept him away for too many years to count. Hear Lee’s career and personal journey to happiness and

Frances Holmes has one way of living life, it's the right way! She has hosted a lunch for 20 years for people who are alone on Christmas Day. Originally from Iran, her daughter describes her this way "the fiery, motherly, sensitive, colourful and kind Persian Sass Queen". Frances likes Eleanor Roosevelt's saying "The purpose of life, after all is to live"

Adam and Susy Wenitong from Adapt Mentorship live and breath community work, especially if it involves young people. You wouldn’t meet two more dedicated individuals…but together, they’re dynamite and fun to boot!

Ultimately, Kat Lynn is a story teller. Currently Kat has an exhibition featuring six women who have powerful stories to tell. She has another passion and that’s food photography. Kat’s motivation for the work she does makes fascinating listening.

From The Archives (recorded June 2022) : Oscar Wilde said "Life imitates Art". In Sherree Halliwell's case it could be true. Sherree is the director of Jane Austen's "Pride and Prejudice" which was staged at the Toowoomba Repertory Theatre Society in 2022. Lizzie Bennett is a strong, educated woman who doesn't need a husband to make her complete. Sta

Kerry Shine, Councillor, former member for Toowoomba North, former Attorney General has lived a big life. From tragic beginnings to a full career in law and politics, Kerry has maintained his humility and humour. A rollicking listen.