GameChangers
GameChangers is a show about people who have played by their own rules when it comes to their career. Join us as we speak with Melbourne-bred bright minds who have taken the road less travelled and found their niche in the world.
Episode #8 // Beth Ryan
In the final episode of GameChangers Season 2, we're speaking with Beth Ryan, a midwife who is using her online platform 'Birth with Beth' to combat misinformation. We'll find out what it's involved in being a midwife, how she launched 'Birth with Beth' to help new and expectant parents through lockdown, and how she see's the health sector evolving.
Episode #7 // Jannette Le
Jannette Le is an architect, lecturer, model maker, and the founder of TinyTecture, an Instagram page that takes its followers inside some stunning miniature spaces. We spoke with Jeannette about what it's like working as an architect, how we can expect the pandemic to change our offices, and how spaces tell stories.
Episode #6 // John Tass-Parker
John Tass-Parker was always driven by his interest in politics, the media, and his desire to tell stories. He's worked as a photographer, film producer, and in the media team for former Prime Minister Julia Gillard. Now, he's the Head of Politics and Government at Instagram, and works with the Fred Hollows Foundation.
Episode #5 // Rona Glynn-McDonald
Rona Glynn-McDonald proud Kaytetye woman from Central Australia who works with high impact organisations to create systems that centre First Nations people, knowledge and solutions. She's also the founding CEO of Common Ground, a company that is bringing Indigenous stories and voices to the rest of Australian society.
Episode #4 // Adam Jahnke
Adam Jahnke is the CEO and Co-Founder of Umps Health, a technology company that has taken a unique approach to helping the elderly. Hear how a project Adam designed to help his Grandfather, 'Umps', led to the launch of his company, and where he thinks the future of aged care is heading.
Episode #3 // Nina Liew
Nina Liew travelled around the world to pursue her dreams in New York. Now, we speak with Nina about life in the Big Apple, her role as Chief of Staff at Shared_Studios, and how she thinks the pandemic has changed what we prioritise, and how we connect.
Episode #2 // Cameron Knox
Cameron Knox is the CEO and Co-founder of Allume Energy, an engineer turned entrepreneur with a sunflower's love for solar energy. We spoke with him about what it's like making the move from the technical side of things into the world of business, and why his company's technology is perfectly positioned to bring clean energy to millions of people, all over the world.
Episode #1 // Maria Thattil
Maria Thattil is a writer, model, influencer, entrepreneur, and Miss Universe Australia. It's a serious resume, but if anyone is up to the challenge, it's Maria. We spoke with her about how she's using her platform to create change, and just how she manages to balance all of those spinning plates.
Trailer
On Season 2 of GameChangers we're taking some time to re-connect. We're going all over the world to find a group of incredible new guests, who have built communities, technologies, and businesses that are focused on bringing people together. Join us as we speak CEOs, Architects, Midwives, Artists, Influencers and Miss Universe, as they give us a rare insight into their lives and careers. Download it wherever you get your podcasts from April 14.
GameChangers is a show about people who have played by their own rules when it comes to their career. Join us as we speak with Melbourne-bred bright minds who have taken the road less travelled and found their niche in the world.
Episode #8 // Manita ray
Manita Ray is the CEO of ygap, a global organisation that helps emerging entrepreneurs have an impact. In the final episode of the season, we spoke with Manita about her work, and what it takes to make the world a better place.
Episode #7 // Ruby Wang
Ruby Wang left her career as an Actuary and set off overseas looking for adventure, she came back with a business idea. Nudie Glow is bringing Korean Beauty to Australia. In episode Seven of GameChangers, Ruby gives us a glimpse behind the entrepreneurs mask.
Episode #6 // Wei Sue & Shing Sheung
Sick babies need specialised medical equipment sized to suit their bodies, but prematurely born babies require even more specialised technology. Wei Sue and Shing Sheung are co-founders of NAVi Medical Technologies, a start-up that's developing cutting-edge technologies and procedures designed to save the lives of newborns.
Episode #5 // Jane Kou
Every year, food waste costs Australians 20 billion dollars, with enough food to fill 9,000 Olympic swimming pools entering landfill. Jane Kou is the founder of Bring Me Home, a startup that's tackling the global issue of food waste, by starting at the local level. Bring Me Home provides affordable access to food that would otherwise go to waste.
Episode #4 // Kristian Martinow
Kristian Martinow is the Founder and Chief Timekeeper at watch company, The Timekeeper. He's also a mental health advocate and facilitator, with an inspiring personal philosophy, and a unique approach to life and business.
Episode #3 // Bryony Cole
Bryony Cole is the world's leading authority on SexTech. She's a keynote speaker, and hosts the Future of Sex Podcast. We spoke with Bryony via Skype to find out about her work, splitting her time between Australia and New York, and just what it takes to make it on the cutting edge.
Episode #2 // Laura Youngson
Laura Youngson is a world record holder and entrepreneur. She's played soccer at the top of Kilimanjaro, below sea-level, and she's lining things up for record number three. Through her work with Ida Sports, she's created a football boot specially engineered for the female foot.
Episode #1 // Jason Ball
Jason Ball is the founder of Pride Cup, an initiative that's grown into a national movement for LGBTI+ pride and inclusion across sporting codes. He's a Young Victorian of the Year, and is running for the hotly contested seat of Higgins in the upcoming Federal election.