USQ Podcasts

Mar 28 2021 66 ep. 22 mins 1.2k
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Official podcast channel of the University of Southern Queensland. Series include I Am Not My Crime, Career Insights, Staying Home Staying Healthy, Textbook Mumma.

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Moodscapes - "Nostalgic" by Jess

Mar 28 2021 20 mins  
Sometimes when we’re in the present moment, our minds are actually in the past! What does it mean to feel nostalgic? Jess has written a beautiful story that asks us to take a moment to reflect on the smaller things that pass us in life. This series was created in response to the cancellation of the Empire Youth Arts IMPACT Junior Youth Ensemble, after the nationwide COVID-19 lock

Moodscapes - "Alone" by Tui

Mar 21 2021 14 mins  
What’s the difference between feeling alone and being lonely? Is one actually the loneliest number? Let Tui bring you along on a journey with a bunch of questions and possibly, not many answers. Enjoy poetry, mind bombs and research about loneliness from a youthful perspective. This series was created in response to the cancellation of the Empire Youth Arts IMPACT Junior Youth En

Moodscapes - "Frustrated" by Joel

Mar 14 2021 13 mins  
Did you ever have one of those days where just nothing went your way? Are you stuck in a crazy life loop? Come along with Joel on a wild adventure of misfortune and frustration involving expired keys, a cliff and a pogo stick! Will Joel’s frustration get the best of him? This series was created in response to the cancellation of the Empire Youth Arts IMPACT Junior Youth Ensemble,

Moodscapes - "Overwhelmed" by Neeve

Mar 07 2021 16 mins  
Too many balls in the air?! Can’t quite get a grip on them all? Feeling overwhelmed is a pretty easy state to fall into. As much as you want and try to gain your balance, finding your equilibrium can be a challenge. Let Neeve take you on a journey to calm your thoughts and feelings to get yourself back to just “whelmed”. This series was created in response to the cancellation

I Am Not My Crime - Allan

Feb 15 2021 64 mins  
As a child, Allan didn’t really belong. By about nine years of age, strong feelings of bitterness and anger were beginning to show, and by twelve he had already determined that one day he would kill someone. All through Allan’s story there is a recurring theme of faith. Allan grew up in a Christian family and despite his years of waywardness, Allan attributes the change in his

I Am Not My Crime - David

Feb 08 2021 50 mins  
In the rough neighbourhoods of Sydney, exposure to drugs and violence early in life was not out of the ordinary and involvement in criminal activity with peers provided David with a place to belong. After a few stints in juvenile detention for robbery, car thefts and drug related crime, David and his co-offenders committed one of the most serious crimes. Despite being charged and c

I Am Not My Crime - Ben

Feb 01 2021 68 mins  
Ben describes his downward spiral from social drug use, which eventually led to international drug trafficking. Through his time dealing drugs and his time in prison, Ben developed a whole range of transferrable skills, which shows that a former inmate can be very valuable to an employer. "I Am Not My Crime" features courageous people telling you the story about the crimes they hav

I Am Not My Crime - Kate

Jan 25 2021 52 mins  
Kate's escalating alcohol addiction led to the worst possible outcome. This became the catalyst for her own recovery and her pursuit in life to make good by helping others. Kate is not her real name. "I Am Not My Crime" features courageous people telling you the story about the crimes they have committed and their journey to redemption. As you make your way through this first seaso

Career Insights - Imposter Syndrome

Nov 25 2020 13 mins  
Do you have a little - or big - voice in the back of your mind causing you to second guess yourself? Or maybe telling you that your work is no good? Don't fear! Career Insights is here! helps you navigate the world of employment, and help you realise your career goals. In the final episode of Career Insights for the 2020 season, career development practitioner and positive and pr

Career Insights - Careers in Agriculture

Oct 29 2020 15 mins  
University of Southern Queensland Industry Relationship Consultant Katie Baker is here to help you navigate the world of employment, and help you realise your career goals. Ever thought of heading out regional, but not sure of the job opportunities? Or how to overcome the challenges of working regionally - in particular in agricultural jobs? USQ Alumnus Nicole McDonald is here