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Stories that Stir

Stories That Stir

Stories that Stir delivers raw and personal stories relating to specific themes, as told by incredible humans from all walks of life. The stories are recorded live in front of an audience at the monthly Sydney based ‘Stories that Stir’ event, which was created to break down barriers, stir conversation and inspire positive change.

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00:18:44

An Italian refugee... seriously?! - Marco Bordieri

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2022/11/29

Meet Marco, a midlife crisis survivor who took half of a century to find his happy place, only to realise he had been there already, as a kid, before life distracted him with adventures, love, boredom and adult choices. Stories that Stir will be back in 2023! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stories-that-stir/message

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00:13:57

Dare to dance - Bettina Deda

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2022/11/22

Bettina had no idea that a massage could change her life ... but that is exactly what happened. In these defining moments of change, we have two options: We either choose to use them as springboards for change or we become a victim of our circumstances. Stories that Stir will be back in 2023! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stories-that-stir/message

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00:14:29

Always on my mind - Karen Chaston

Stories that Stir ·

2022/11/15

An unplanned pregnancy can be stressful, complex and a difficult situation at any age. Though what if it's 1973 and you are a teenager, too young to understand that no matter what choice you decide upon, you truly are at the cross-roads to your future life. Stories that Stir will be back in 2023! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stories-that-stir/message

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00:16:13

From prison to stand up comedy - Andrew Hamilton

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2022/10/11

Andrew, a PR professional and restaurateur, had his world thrown upside down, when he was charged with the commercial supply of psychedelic drugs and locked up in a maximum security prison. It was only when he'd lost everything, that he found his calling: stand-up comedy. Next show: Here’s the link: https://events.humanitix.com/stories-that-stir-choices Theme: CHOICES Date: Tuesday 18th Oct Time: 7pm – 9.45 Location: No. 5 Bar and Restaurant, AlexandriaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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00:14:45

A heart of green - Jacinta Bailey

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2022/10/04

Jacinta travelled to the other side of the world to reconnect with herself after experiencing traumatic grief. In this story, she shares how by grounding in the immense wisdom of the Indigenous Achuar culture, she learnt unique ways of seeing, knowing and being. Next show: Here’s the link: https://events.humanitix.com/stories-that-stir-choices Theme: CHOICES Date: Tuesday 18th Oct Time: 7pm – 9.45 Location: No. 5 Bar and Restaurant, AlexandriaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. ---

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00:14:48

Singing is Freedom - Corinne Gibbons

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2022/09/27

At 35, singer, Corinne Gibbons thought she had lost everything. In the wake of losing her sister, major surgery and her marriage ending, she lost her voice and the will to perform. Hear how she re-found her spark of life, changing countless of lives in the process. Next event: Here’s the link: https://events.humanitix.com/stories-that-stir-choices Theme: CHOICES Date: Tuesday 18th Oct Time: 7pm – 9.45 Location: No. 5 Bar and Restaurant, Alexandria See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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00:18:14

Breaking free from the cult - Sacha D'Souza

Stories that Stir ·

2022/09/20

What happens when "The Truth" turns out to be so wrong? Born into an insular cult that operates in plain sight, Sacha faced the challenge of breaking out of his echo chamber. Hear how Sacha is reclaiming an authentic happy life with purpose and meaning. Next event: Here’s the link: https://events.humanitix.com/stories-that-stir-choices Theme: CHOICES Date: Tuesday 18th Oct Time: 7pm – 9.45 Location: No. 5 Bar and Restaurant, Alexandria See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. ---

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00:16:23

Hope from Alabama - Anthony Igra

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2022/09/13

Anthony’s son’s eating disorder kicked in at age two. The food he was able to eat shrunk within months to only five items. After years of searching for a solution, help arrived in the form of a name, a LinkedIn profile, and an amorous opera singer. Next event: Here’s the link: https://events.humanitix.com/stories-that-stir-choices Theme: CHOICES Date: Tuesday 18th Oct Time: 7pm – 9.45 Location: No. 5 Bar and Restaurant, AlexandriaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. --- Send in a

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00:25:25

When David met Goliath - Annette Densham

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2022/08/16

As an aspiring young journalist in her 20s, Annette Densham experienced bullying, sexism, nepotism and sexual harassment while working at News Ltd. She eventually took a stand by suing the huge media organisation. This is a true David vs Goliath story told by a woman who had the balls to take action in order to create change. For tickets and social media links: https://linktr.ee/storiesthatstirSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. --- Send in a voice message:

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00:17:54

The Courage to Carry on - Craig Hopper

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2022/08/09

Four years ago, Craig's beautiful, fit, 46-year-old wife had a near-fatal heart attack. She sustained long-term injuries to her brain and body. Craig shares the story of how he faced the trauma and horror of this, found a way to keep going and how he finally made peace with their new normal. For tickets and social media links: https://linktr.ee/storiesthatstirSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. --- Send in a voice message:

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00:14:26

Finding Courage from the Inside Out - Arishma Singh

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2022/08/02

From a small village town in Fiji, Arishma’s story of triumph over obstacles, adversity, and repeated setbacks, has defined her externally. However, her battle with a rare genetic condition has forced Arishma to fight within, which ultimately taught her the true meaning of courage. For tickets and social media links: https://linktr.ee/storiesthatstirSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. --- Send in a voice message:

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00:09:56

Going to a Sex Party - Marco

Stories that Stir ·

2022/07/26

This man shares his courageous story of going to a sex-party on his own. If you want to know what happens, listen to this episode. For tickets and social media links: https://linktr.ee/storiesthatstirSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stories-that-stir/message

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00:23:46

Debunking the myth of, “Who am I?” - Amborica Saikia...

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2022/07/19

Amborica migrated to Australia from East India, with no family or friendship support network, no professional contacts and without a job lined up. Amborica chose to bend the rules to seek her own identity and embrace life on her own terms. For tickets and social media links: https://linktr.ee/storiesthatstirSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stories-that-stir/message

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00:17:00

Giving Cancer the Finger - David Rouse

Stories that Stir ·

2022/07/12

Being diagnosed with stage IV cancer David agreed to take part in a drug trial even though his doctors were unsure of the outcome. David had to learn to become comfortable with uncertainty. This journey through the crucible has been a catalyst for introspection, change, growth & acceptance. For tickets and social media links: https://linktr.ee/storiesthatstirSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. --- Send in a voice message:

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00:19:57

From Glasgow with Love - Anne Mckeown

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2022/06/14

Growing up poor, Anne finds corporate success until hervalues are challenged, and her boyfriend is killed. Giving up everything she volunteers across the globe from laughing with a leper in India, washing a homeless woman’s feet in Australia and helping a blind man in Africa see. For tickets and social media links: https://linktr.ee/storiesthatstirSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. --- Send in a voice message:

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00:19:47

The Lawyer who found his purpose - Gopi Krishnan

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2022/06/07

Call them transformations or reincarnations, Gopi has experienced profound shifts, both in his personal and professional lives. Gopi shares how listening to his truth, finally led him to a purposeful life – delivering goodness! For tickets and social media links: https://linktr.ee/storiesthatstirSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stories-that-stir/message

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00:17:11

Orphan Ema changed my life - Sarah Morse

Stories that Stir ·

2022/05/31

At the age of 23, Sarah worked in an orphanage in post-communist Romania. As orphan Ema found her voice and her freedom, so too did Sarah, as she wrestled with her limited capacity, her faith, and the role she could play in alleviating the suffering of others. For tickets and social media links: https://linktr.ee/storiesthatstirSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stories-that-stir/message

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00:15:56

Engineering Happiness - Eric Sommerfeld

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2022/05/24

From hopeless and depressed to living a life with meaning and purpose. Eric will share how overcoming his ego & pride changed the course of his life to go from a disgruntled engineer to a health coach on a mission to make people happy, healthy, and strong. For tickets and social media links: https://linktr.ee/storiesthatstirSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stories-that-stir/message

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00:17:30

When the end of the world isn’t the end of the story ...

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2022/05/17

Naomi wasn't always the Lebanese lesbian comedian she is today. She used to be a door knocking Jehovah's Witness and found that when one door closes, another is slammed in your face. She shares what happened when she realised her truth was just a story. For tickets and social media links: https://linktr.ee/storiesthatstirSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stories-that-stir/message

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00:13:56

The Proposal Game – Sam Menzies

Stories that Stir ·

2022/04/26

Everyone loves a proposal story….well this tale has 10! Sam is a comedian with a wealth of life experience in failure. The proposal game is a triumph and a misstep and a crashing train all mixed into one. You’ll never be able to look at an engagement ring the same way again! Links to buying tickets – https://tinyurl.com/2p9dxdd3 For Sponsorship contact: monica@monicarosenfeld.com For topic and speaker suggestions contact: monica@monicarosenfeld.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for

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