x

75% of people globally want unbiased news (Pew Research) but are concerned they're not getting that.

Get balanced coverage with Symby. See how stories are covered across diverse outlets and spot when one side covers a story the other skips.

PODCAST

Your Neighbourhood Show By Ubuntu Foundation

Theme:Your Neighborhood Show is a podcast by the Ubuntu Foundation about building and celebrating community. Hosted by Carolyn, the series delves into the universal human experience of connection and disconnection, highlighting personal stories of belonging, resilience, and community-building.Purpose:Through heartfelt conversations and inspiring stories, the podcast aims to normalize moments of disconnection in life, explore ways to overcome them, and celebrate the power of human connections in

society & culture relationships

All Episodes

58:54

Episode 16: Speaking for Herself: Menaka Thomas on...

Your Neighbourhood Show By Ubuntu Foundation ·

2025/10/22

In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, host Carolyn sits down with award-winning Indian-Australian singer Menaka Thomas for a deeply personal conversation about identity, belonging, motherhood, and the healing power of music. From growing up in Brisbane as a child of immigrants to navigating cultural expectations, career paths, and health challenges, Menaka shares with honesty and grace. A pivotal moment — losing her eyesight due to a rare condition — ultimately reconnected her with music i...

en-us

41:47

Episode15: Finding Roots Through Storytelling: Josh...

Your Neighbourhood Show By Ubuntu Foundation ·

2025/09/19

Finding Roots Through Storytelling: Josh Hinton’s Journey of Culture, Creativity & Connection In this deeply moving and inspiring episode of Your Neighborhood Show, host Carolyn sits down with rising playwright and performer Josh Hinton following the premiere of his debut play, A Place in the Sultan’s Kitchen, at the Brisbane Festival. Through personal reflection and heartfelt storytelling, Josh opens up about his multicultural upbringing, the challenges of navigating identity...

en-us

67:29

Episode 14: Sonja de Sterke’s Journey Through Trauma,...

Your Neighbourhood Show By Ubuntu Foundation ·

2025/08/22

Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of childhood trauma, parental abuse, war-related experiences, and chronic illness. While shared with compassion and healing intent, some listeners may find parts of this conversation emotionally challenging. Please take care while listening. In this deeply personal episode of Your Neighborhood Show, host Carolyn is joined by the courageous and soulful Sonja de Sterke for a conversation that explores the full spectrum of human experience—from...

en-us

48:10

Episode 13 - Failing Forward: Jordan’s Journey From...

Your Neighbourhood Show By Ubuntu Foundation ·

2025/07/14

Content Warning: This episode includes discussions of emotional trauma, depression, and suicidal ideation. Listener discretion is advised. 🎯 Episode Synopsis In this deeply heartfelt and emotionally resonant episode of Your Neighborhood Show, host Carolyn sits down with her 21-year-old nephew, Jordan Lobo, to explore his powerful journey through childhood joy, adolescent trauma, and eventual emotional healing. From the innocent games of early childhood to the crushing betrayal of his

en-us

65:45

Your Neighborhood Show – Episode 12 - Lou Wilson’s...

Your Neighbourhood Show By Ubuntu Foundation ·

2025/05/30

In this deeply moving and expansive episode of Your Neighbourhood Show, host Carolyn sits down with the inspiring Lou Wilson for a rich conversation that weaves together themes of belonging, personal transformation, resilience, and purpose. From a deeply rooted childhood in Toowoomba to her career transitions, personal heartbreaks, a life-altering cancer diagnosis, and ultimately, a newfound passion in supporting Indigenous education through Yalari, Lou opens up with raw honesty and warmth. ...

en-us

56:06

Your Neighborhood Show – Episode 11 - A Story of...

Your Neighbourhood Show By Ubuntu Foundation ·

2025/05/16

In this deeply moving episode of Your Neighborhood Show, host Carolyn sits down with the courageous and compelling Wendy King. From her early years in Fiji, navigating a childhood shaped by alcoholism and trauma, to facing personal trials as a young mother and battling disconnection in adulthood, Wendy shares her raw and unfiltered story of survival, healing, and reconnection. Through heartbreak, addiction, estrangement from her children, and a transformative battle with cancer, Wendy reveal...

en-us

59:17

Episode 10 - From Community Roots to Rebuilding...

Your Neighbourhood Show By Ubuntu Foundation ·

2025/05/09

⚠️ Content Warning: Suicide This episode contains discussion of suicide and grief, which may be distressing for some listeners. If you or someone you know is struggling, please know that you are not alone and there is help available. In Australia, you can contact Lifeline at 13 11 14 for 24/7 crisis support, or visit www.lifeline.org.au. If you're outside Australia, please seek support through your local mental health services. Your well-being matters. In this heart-opening episode of ...

en-us

50:36

Your Neighborhood Show – Episode 9 - Stories of...

Your Neighbourhood Show By Ubuntu Foundation ·

2025/04/28

Description: In this heartfelt compilation episode, Your Neighbourhood Show reflects on the spirit of community, resilience, and connection through powerful stories shared across our first eight episodes. Host Carolyn revisits moving moments of building support networks after disconnection, finding belonging in new towns, overcoming isolation, and the deep impact of simple acts of kindness. From heartfelt personal journeys to inspiring reflections on friendship, family, and healing, this spec...

en-us

36:08

Your Neighborhood Show - Episode 8 - Connection,...

Your Neighbourhood Show By Ubuntu Foundation ·

2025/04/04

🎧 Episode Synopsis: In this heartfelt episode of Your Neighborhood Show, host Carolyn welcomes longtime friend and community builder Christine Bagley-Jones—an experienced psychologist, author of Creative Connections, and mother of five. Together, they explore the deeply human experience of connection and disconnection through personal stories, childhood reflections, and professional insights. Christine shares her journey from childhood loneliness on rural acreage to building intentional

en-us

52:12

Episode 7 : Rooted in Connection: Luke Dunning on...

Your Neighbourhood Show By Ubuntu Foundation ·

2025/03/21

Episode Synopsis In this heartwarming and deeply authentic conversation, host Carolyn introduces Luke Dunning—creative entrepreneur, father of four, and the very person who helped bring this podcast to life. This episode delves into Luke’s journey from a childhood of connection and freedom on the Gold Coast to navigating disconnection, fatherhood at 21, and the entrepreneurial leap that shaped his life. Luke shares candid reflections on growing up in a supportive family, how early disconnecti...

en-us

59:54

Your Neighborhood Show - Episode 6 - Finding...

Your Neighbourhood Show By Ubuntu Foundation ·

2025/03/07

Episode Synopsis In this heartfelt and deeply introspective episode, Carolyn welcomes musician, composer, and writer Jack Terroni to explore themes of connection, disconnection, and the mystical journey of self-discovery. Jack shares his upbringing in North London, the impact of family grief, and his transformative experiences in nature that shaped his creative path. From his unexpected musical downloads in a forest as a teenager to his serendipitous mentorships in Denmark and London, Jack's ...

en-us

53:32

Your Neighborhood Show – Episode 5 - Finding...

Your Neighbourhood Show By Ubuntu Foundation ·

2025/02/21

In this heartfelt episode, host Carolyn welcomes the incredible Yani Mills—choir director, vocal coach, and passionate community builder. Yani shares her inspiring journey from childhood disconnection to fostering deep connections through music. She opens up about growing up feeling different, her transformative experience as a Sai Baba devotee, and how a shocking revelation led her to reevaluate her beliefs. Despite the challenges, Yani found solace and purpose in leading choirs, helping peo...

en-us

45:08

Your Neighborhood Show – Episode 4: The Journey to...

Your Neighbourhood Show By Ubuntu Foundation ·

2025/01/24

Episode SynopsisIn this heartfelt episode of Your Neighborhood Show, Carolyn sits down with Marty Richards, the owner of Blackstar, a vibrant cafe in West End, Brisbane. Marty shares his deeply personal journey from feeling disconnected as a child to building meaningful connections through community work, spirituality, and entrepreneurship.Marty opens up about his early struggles with loneliness, his transformative spiritual awakening as a teenager, and the intentional communities that shaped...

en-us

42:28

Your Neighborhood Show – Episode 3:Terry...

Your Neighbourhood Show By Ubuntu Foundation ·

2025/01/13

Episode Title: Finding Connection: Terry Fitzpatrick's Journey Through Community and PurposeDuration: 42 minutesIn this heartfelt episode of Your Neighborhood Show, host Carolyn delves into the extraordinary life of Terry Fitzpatrick, a leader in the St. Mary's in Exile community. Terry shares his deeply personal journey from growing up in a tightly-knit family in Toowoomba, Australia, to becoming a nurse, entering the priesthood, and later transitioning into social justice work. He reflects ...

en-us

30:07

Your Neighborhood Show – Episode 2: Deb's Journey of...

Your Neighbourhood Show By Ubuntu Foundation ·

2024/12/16

Welcome to Your Neighborhood Show! In this heartfelt episode, host Carolyn dives into a meaningful conversation with Deb, a Brisbane local whose life journey exemplifies resilience, courage, and the power of connection. Together, they explore stories of childhood, community, personal struggles, and triumphs, touching on themes like mental health, loneliness, and the importance of building support networks. Deb shares how transformative life events shaped her path, from working on a remote cat...

en-us

36:00

Episode 1 - Your Neighborhood Show - Building...

Your Neighbourhood Show By Ubuntu Foundation ·

2024/12/02

Episode Duration: 36 minutesSynopsis:In the inaugural episode of Your Neighborhood Show, host Carolyn welcomes her dear friends Mary and John to discuss the vital role of connection in our lives. Through personal anecdotes of moving across communities and fostering relationships, they explore how disconnection can be a natural part of life and how we can overcome it.From the kindness of strangers to their work with organizations like Servas and Sailability, Mary and John demonstrate the power...

en-us

16 results

Similar Podcasts

Voices of Life

APG Mannheim

Promo Estereo Podcast

Promo Estereo

Talking Timelines Podcast

Talkingtimelines

גיקונומי

ראם שרמן ודורון ניר

Drømmefanger

Drømmefanger