That Shit Show

Anne-Marie Cade on how mediation can save your relationship

Anne-Marie Cade is one of Australia’s leading relationship experts. With impressive qualifications in law, mediation and conflict resolution, Anne-Marie has founded two businesses. One is focused on  helping people going through separation and divorce through Divorce Right where she offers mediation and coaching services and the other http://www.behappiertogether.com , where she supports her clients build positive relationships both at home and at work by  teaching them  how to resolve conflict effectively and improve their communication skills. 

She also works with businesses to support their employees dealing with a personal life crisis such as a relationship breakdown, divorce, family bereavement or navigating the challenges of the current pandemic.

Stacey June on how self-care coaching can help

Stacey June is Australia's OG Podcast Queen. Founder of Thinkergirls, Single Pringle Society and Self Care Club. 

 

Platforming her successful brand The Thinkergirls from a podcast to a national radio show, the podcast network founder, TV presenter and Self Care Coach has a passion for heart-led work and has dedicated her life to helping others access their intuition and feeling good about their true, honest selves. 

 

She does this through her keynote speaking, live events, coaching clients 1:1, online courses, Self Care Club membership program and soon-to-launch teens program in schools. 

 

www.staceyjune.com

 

Clairvoyant Helen Jacobs on how intuition can help in a crisis

Helen Jacobs is a clairvoyant and communications expert and the Author of 'Asking for a Friend'

She is a trained journalist, and was a successful PR and marketing executive who left her thriving career to become a full-time psychic, hosting popular workshops and events to provide thousands of readings for people all over the world.

In this episode I had so many questions and found myself just sitting there listening to her share the stories and her insight into a world of intuition, guides and spiritual awakening and connections.  I did want to ask about my future, but that's for another podcast episode.

The advice offered by Helen is direct from beyond and shares comfort and wisdom about navigating all of life's challenges and the many of them that become the Shit Show you learnt about in the first season. 

Helen is also a popular Australian psychic medium and author of the successful 'You Already Know', so just when you thought you had the answers - you can ask another question.......for a friend.

I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did having the conversation and are left feeling inspired with a sense that the universe works just the way it should are you are right where you need to be. 

Love and Follow Helen here

Hear more from Helen on The Guided Collective Podcast

Find out more about The Little Sage

 

For more information about Emma or do the work to heal yourself, check out www.togethercounselling.com.au

 

 

Tania Rose on how - and who - art therapy can help

Tania Rose is a (Creative art and music therapy) - Psychotherapist. She is a clinical supervisor and educator.

In this episode I discuss with Tania the healing power of art therapy, the types of therapy and modalities of creativity that help people recovery from trauma, abuse and support them during period of grief.

We discuss the impact of our experiences, our influences and the things that matter and how they shape and make us who we are and how we are.

When facing a challenging time Tania explains how things aren't the same as they once were and that many of us might need help to navigate a brave new world, and to discover new parts of ourselves to help us with the now and the future.

Tania offers a range of therapies including art, music and talk foranxiety and stress, trauma, identity, depression, recovery & pain management, life changes & transitions, relationships, career, parenting, pre and post-natal issues, behaviour management, Individuals with special needs and palliative support

Find out more at https://www.taniarose.net/creative-therapies

As a counsellor and relationship therapist, a creative and commissioned artist I can personally attest to the benefits of creativity and you can find out more Emma Castle Art by following me on instagram @emma_castle_art

 

Briony Benjamin on how to get through a life-threatening illness

Briony Benjamin is a cancer survivor and a prolific viral video producer for Mamamia.  In this episode she shares her journey of recovery and talks about her book  Life is Tough (and so are you)

Briony explains how to create a 'network of love' that supports someone who going through cancer treatment.  When the mission is to beat cancer, understanding what strategies and distractions help the emotional rollercoaster ride of recovery is all about accepting the situation as it is, and adjusting life not forcing it. 

Follow Briony on Instagram

Visit her website @ www.brionybenjamin.com

Michelle – Both parents died of cancer three months apart

How can a ten year old kid even begin to deal with the death of both of her parents? Perth woman Michelle was eight when her Mum was diagnosed with Melanoma that had turned into a brain tumour. Six months later, her Dad was diagnosed with non-Hodgkins Lymphoma. Two years later, they were both dead. 

Michelle and her brother went to live with their godparents but it was not an easy ride. From acting out, an incorrect ADHD diagnosis, anti-depressant medication at eleven years old and bullying at school, listen to hear out how Michelle finally overcame her turbulent childhood and rebuilt a family of her own. 

 

Host Emma / Castle Writer

 

Producer Pip Rae / Wordstyler

Dr Mel O’Brien – Genocide gets you down

Mel is a Doctor of International Law who specialises in genocide studies. She has spent a lot of time in the field visiting significant sites of conflict and war museums, as well as interviewing survivors and their families. 

But as you can imagine, the subject matter takes its toll. Listening to the horrifying things people do to each other, as well as the isolation of long solo trips to places like Armenia, Bosnia and Cambodia have proven challenging.

Listen to Mel talk about the support networks that make it possible to keep going with the work, the passion that fuels her research and the book she is working on that seeks to reveal the patterns of behaviour that precede genocide events. 

 

Host: Emma Castle Writer

Producer: Pip Rae/ Wordstyler

Melissa and Peter – A son’s drink driving death

Melissa and Peter’s son, Jordan, was 18 years old and an apprentice carpenter when he attended his first work Christmas party. Later that night, he decided to get in the car and drive back to the Gold Coast to visit his mates. He was 2.5 times over the limit and he hit a stationary car and killed its four occupants. 

Melissa and Peter share the story of the aftermath of the accident, including the grief, guilt, sense of responsibility and overwhelming motivation to share their story in the hope that they will save young lives. 

Resources: You Choose Your Road Safety

 

Host: Emma Castle Writer

Producer: Pip Rae / Wordstyler

 

Mark – A daughter’s brain haemorrhage

Mark was on a client call when his daughter’s mother kept calling. And calling. And calling. It was unusual so he cut his work call short and called her back, only to discover that his 10 year old daughter, Mina, was in an ambulance on the way to hospital. 

Mina had suffered a brain haemorrhage and had lost one third of the functioning of her right brain hemisphere. Her left side had lost feeling and mobility.

This was the beginning of a 2.5 year battle to help Mina regain her independence, while also questioning the medical establishment’s normal procedures around rehabilitation.

Mark shares how he got through it, as well as the emotional fall-out that occurs when the crisis is over. 

Resources:  What is a brain haemorrhage?

Host : Emma Castle  Writer

Producer : Pip Rae

 

Keith Banks – Undercover and overwrought

Keith knows more than anyone what it’s like to run towards trouble. During his time as an undercover police officer, he dealt with some of Australia’s most violent criminals, drug lords and crooked cops. He is also one of the most highly decorated police officers to have ever come out of the Qld police force and has dealt with his fair share of trauma – his own and other people’s – resulting in undiagnosed PTSD. 

Keith shares some of the stories from his career, as well as the ways he came to terms with those incidents, the power of martial arts, the healing power of the writing process and the moment he finally forgave himself. 

Resources: Drugs, Guns and Lies

 

Host : Emma Caster Writer

Producer : Pip Rae / WordStyler

Petrea King – Chronic pain, cancer recovery and life of service

Petrea King is CEO of the Quest for Life Foundation which she established in 1989. She is a well-known author, inspirational keynote speaker, teacher and facilitator. She is also qualified as a naturopath, herbalist, clinical hypnotherapist, yoga and meditation teacher.

In this interview, Petrea shares her own experiences of trauma, explains the new five-day PTSD workshops Quest for Life is running and delivers a frank and uplifting look at the hard work of living in service to others.  

Resources: www.questforlife.com.au

 

Host: Emma Castle Writer

 

Producer: Pip Rae / WordStyler

 

 

 

MND The Long Farewell

Janelle says that she started grieving the day her mum was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease. 

This incurable disease – and the heartbreaking experience of watching her beloved mother succumb to its effects – became the pivot point of Janelle’s life.

But there were other issues that arose – the caring commitments and how to best manage them, tensions between Janelle and her siblings, and the inevitability of planning a funeral. 

Resources: www.mndaust.asn.au

Host: Emma Castle

Producer: Pip Rae

 

Divorce

Three kids and many years of marriage down the track, yoga teacher and nutritionist Monica realised that her marriage was over. She made the scary decision to leave her husband and has had to navigate her way out of the relationship, with all the financial, legal and emotional hurdles that entails. 

But rather than sinking into a quagmire of alcohol and pizza, Monica called upon her many years of yoga training and nutrition education to stay afloat, practicing what she preaches. 

This journey has taught her how to help other women who find themselves in the same boat. Hear her story and be inspired by her enlightened approach to heartache. 

Resources: www.moorenourishinglife.com

Host: Emma Castle

Producer: Pip Rae

PTSD Running For His Life

Did you know that car accidents have a particular smell? Ex-police officer Brett says that it’s one of the things that will stay with him forever. 

According to Brett, a normal day in the life of a first responder involves attending the scenes of car accidents, domestic violence incidents and suicides and, that when he first joined the force, the preferred organisational method of coping with this daily trauma was a trip to the pub.

Brett’s interview sheds light on the toxic culture of the police force, the psychological fallout from extended exposure to it, and the lifesaving healing he found in long distance running.

Resources: Trail Run Magazine article

 

Host : Emma Castle

Producer : Pip Rae

 

 

 

The Bus Trip To Hell

Event producer Harry was attending an industry exhibition in Melbourne when he headed out on a day trip that was part of the program. He greeted the driver as he boarded the bus but little did he know that this driver would almost kill him 15 minutes later. 

Harry was one of 13 passengers who were involved in the accident, and one of six who ended up in ICU when the 3.8m high bus went under a 3m overpass. 

Suffering devastating injuries, amnesia and, later, depression and PTSD, Harry’s story takes a remarkable turn when he becomes involved in an appeal for the driver. 

Resources: https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2016/feb/22/passengers-trapped-after-bus-crashes-into-overpass-in-melbourne

 

Host: Emma Castle Writer

 

Producer: Pip Rae 

The Mystery Surrounding a Brothers Death

Virginia’s brother was a bit left of centre and at times, their relationship was strained by his constant demands for help. But that doesn’t change the fact that they were deeply connected - by family history, by a love of music, a shared post code and a mutually creative outlook on life.

So when the police knocked on Virginia’s door four days before Christmas, it blindsided her. Her brother's neighbours had alerted the authorities that something didn’t seem right - and it wasn’t. His body was found inside his apartment - but that’s not all they found. 

Listen to hear Virginia’s story about uncovering the truth about her brother’s double life.

More Episodes show notes available at www.emmacastlewriter.com/thatshitshow

Host: Emma Castle

Producer: Pip Rae

A murdered baby on the Church floor

A bizarre and devastating incident in a Florida church set Stephanie’s life off on a different course, one that very nearly ended with her speeding towards a tree on a highway.

But that wasn’t the end for this child advocate and foster mum. She found a way through the fog of PTSD, alcohol and depression to start a new life in a new country – and now she is at the forefront of helping parents have better relationships with their children, while also actively caring for kids who have nowhere else to go.

Stephanie shares what happens when you become the toxic friend no-one wants to hang out with, and how sometimes angels wear police uniforms.

Resources: stephaniewicker.com.au

For more information : www.simplykids.live

 

Host: Emma Castle / That Shit Show

Producer: Pip Rae

Breaking (Up) Bad

You know what you don’t want to happen when you’re expecting your first baby? Firstly, you don’t want your husband to break up with you. And you don’t want the baby to arrive five weeks early. You definitely don’t want to spend the first two months of your daughter’s life in neonatal ICU. But then when you get out, you really don’t want the whole city you live in to be in COVID-19 lockdown and the only person you’re allowed to see is your ex - yep, the same guy that dumped you right before your baby was born.

While all that’s going, you don’t want to have to figure out how to run your dance studio online while you care for your newborn.

So what do you do if all those things happened to you, all at once? Hear Elise share her story - possibly the Greatest Shit Show of them all. 

 

Host: Emma Castle / That Shit Show

 

Producer: Pip Rae

Through Thick and Thin

Annmarie is the epitome of grace and composure, an image that doesn’t hint at the great sorrow she has suffered: the premature death of her brother in an accident when she was just 20.

But this is not the only trauma she has grappled with throughout her life. When she was in high school, she began her battle with an eating disorder that shrank her body while at the same time it improved her sense of control and confidence.

Following her brother’s death, this desire for control arose again - this time, with the autonomy of adulthood to enable it. Hear how Annmarie was able to kick the habit, all the while living with the sorrow of missing her big bro.

 

Host: Emma Castle/That Shit Show

 

Producer: Pip Rae

PTSD - A 10 Metre Wall of Water

Journalist John was in Tangalle in Southern Sri Lanka on Boxing Day, 2004. He says he heard the tsunami before he saw it - like the low roar of a jet engine. Initially it lapped against the steps of his shack and slowly receded, only to return with a cataclysmic force that decimated nearly everything - and everyone - on the beach.

 

Find out how John and his wife Cheryl managed to survive a tsunami that killed over 30,000 people in Sri Lanka alone, where you go when everything around you is destroyed, and what happened when he returned to Australia and had to deal with what he’d experienced. 

 

Resources: Against the Odds (link to https://www.bookdepository.com/Against-Odds-John-Maddocks/9781925739947)

 

Host: Emma Castle/That Shit Show

 

Producer: Pip Rae