On this episode of Inspired By, Isabella Taylor sits down with Ryder Quinn – a rising star who opens up about identity, passion, fame, and resilience. From the pressures of performing to navigating mental health, Ryder shares an honest, powerful look into what it means to live authentically and thrive creatively. It’s a compelling and insightful conversation that will inspire listeners to chase purpose over popularity.

Topics Discussed;
Fame and public expectations
Mental health and emotional wellbeing


Creative process and inspiration


The importance of chosen family and community


Challenges with online criticism and public perception


Staying grounded and authentic


Advice to young people feeling lost


Future ambitions and what’s next for Ryder

On this episode of Inspired By, Isabella Taylor sits down with Ryder Quinn &ndash; a rising star who opens up about identity, passion, fame, and resilience. From the pressures of performing to navigating mental health, Ryder shares an honest, powerful look into what it means to live authentically and thrive creatively. It&rsquo;s a compelling and insightful conversation that will inspire listeners to chase purpose over popularity. Topics Discussed;
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Creative process and inspiration
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The importance of chosen family and community
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Challenges with online criticism and public perception
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Staying grounded and authentic
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Advice to young people feeling lost
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Future ambitions and what&rsquo;s next for Ryder
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Rising star Ryder Quinn opens up about the toll of public scrutiny and the power of vulnerability.

Inside Ryder Quinn’s Mind: Identity, Fame & Finding Purpose | Inspired By with Isabella Taylor

Inspired By Daniel J. Phillips 2.0, follows on from Isabella Taylor’s first episode with him in 2020 when she was just 9 years old.

Daniel J. Phillips:

• Writer/director of feature film Awoken and writer/director/producer of feature film Diabolic set to be released in Australia in 2025;
• Owner and creative director at Anomaly.

Daniel was one of five South Australian filmmakers to represent South Australia in Adelaide Film Festival Go To Cannes at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival.

Inspired By Daniel J. Phillips 2.0, follows on from Isabella Taylor&rsquo;s first episode with him in 2020 when she was just 9 years old. Daniel J. Phillips: &bull; Writer/director of feature film Awoken and writer/director/producer of feature film Diabolic set to be released in Australia in 2025; &bull; Owner and creative director at Anomaly. Daniel was one of five South Australian filmmakers to represent South Australia in Adelaide Film Festival Go To Cannes at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival.

Inspired By Daniel J Phillips 2.0 

In this episode of Inspired By, Isabella Taylor chats with Swipee creators—Ben, Jacob, and Sam—three young entrepreneurs who launched a global card game business before high school. They share how their card game started in a classroom, the challenges they overcame with manufacturing and marketing, and how community support helped Swipee thrive. The boys open up about school balance, online sales, giving back through charity, and their dreams of sports collaborations and new editions. This wholesome and powerful chat is a must-hear for any young person with big ideas.

In this episode of Inspired By, Isabella Taylor chats with Swipee creators&mdash;Ben, Jacob, and Sam&mdash;three young entrepreneurs who launched a global card game business before high school. They share how their card game started in a classroom, the challenges they overcame with manufacturing and marketing, and how community support helped Swipee thrive. The boys open up about school balance, online sales, giving back through charity, and their dreams of sports collaborations and new editions. This wholesome and powerful chat is a must-hear for any young person with big ideas.

Inspired By Swipee - 📺 These 13-Year-Olds Built a Global Card Game Empire from Their Classroom!

In this episode of Inspired By hosted by Isabella Taylor, Year 12 student and co-college captain Amy Wallace shares her advocacy for AI in education, her experience speaking at South Australia’s Teen Parliament, and the ethical challenges students and schools face as AI continues to evolve. From school-based AI policies to her book project and colour analysis for her formal dress—Amy proves AI’s possibilities are endless. Plus, how she's working with teachers to shape the future.

In this episode of Inspired By hosted by Isabella Taylor, Year 12 student and co-college captain Amy Wallace shares her advocacy for AI in education, her experience speaking at South Australia&rsquo;s Teen Parliament, and the ethical challenges students and schools face as AI continues to evolve. From school-based AI policies to her book project and colour analysis for her formal dress&mdash;Amy proves AI&rsquo;s possibilities are endless. Plus, how she's working with teachers to shape the future.

Inspired By Amy Wallace - AI in Schools: Why Gen Z is Leading the Charge 

Surviving school holidays without screens

How to get kids excited about school

Five fun, screen-free summer activities

What’s the secret to making the back-to-school transition smooth and stress-free for your child and yourself?

Kate Mason is joined by Dr. Victoria Waller, an educator and expert in learning differences with over 40 years of experience.

Together, they share creative strategies for keeping kids engaged during school holidays (without screens!), easing back-to-school anxiety, and creating positive routines weeks in advance.

From bedtime adjustments to fostering open communication with your child, this episode is packed with practical advice, fun activities, and even a few laughs to help families navigate one of the most stressful times of the year.

Listen For:

03:45 - Can you survive school holidays without screens?

10:54 - How to get kids excited about school

22:01 - Five fun, screen-free summer activities

Leave a rating/review for this podcast with one click

 

Guest: Victoria Waller, PhD

Website | Instagram

Dr Waller’s book Yes! Your Child Can – on Amazon

 

Contact Kate:

Email | Website | Kate’s Book on Amazon | LinkedIn | Facebook | X

What&rsquo;s the secret to making the back-to-school transition smooth and stress-free for your child and yourself?
Kate Mason is joined by Dr. Victoria Waller, an educator and expert in learning differences with over 40 years of experience.
Together, they share creative strategies for keeping kids engaged during school holidays (without screens!), easing back-to-school anxiety, and creating positive routines weeks in advance.
From bedtime adjustments to fostering open communication with your child, this episode is packed with practical advice, fun activities, and even a few laughs to help families navigate one of the most stressful times of the year.
Listen For:
03:45 - Can you survive school holidays without screens?
10:54 - How to get kids excited about school
22:01 - Five fun, screen-free summer activities
Leave a rating/review for this podcast <a href="https://ratethispodcast.com/parentingandpersonalities">with one click</a>
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Guest: Victoria Waller, PhD
<a href="http://www.drvictoriawaller.com/">Website</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/drvictoriawaller/">Instagram</a>
Dr Waller&rsquo;s book Yes! Your Child Can &ndash; <a href="https://www.amazon.ca/Yes-Your-Child-Can-Differences/dp/1610353862">on Amazon</a>
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Contact Kate:
<a href="mailto:thepersonalitycoach@gmail.com">Email</a> | <a href="https://katemasonauthor.com/podcast/">Website</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.ca/This-Monster-Treasure-House-Understanding/dp/198973734X">Kate&rsquo;s Book on Amazon</a> | <a href="https://au.linkedin.com/in/kate-mason-185a3585">LinkedIn</a> | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ThePersonalityCoach/">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/KateMasonAuthor">X</a>

Back-to-School Anxiety? Not on Our Watch!

Food additives have an enormous impact on us. Preservatives, and colourings affect our health and behaviour.

In this episode Kate shares her personal experience of eliminating these from her family's diet and seeing immediate improvements in their health. Guests Tracey Fry and Joanne Ling, creators of Additive Free Lifestyle, also share their experiences and discuss the importance of understanding what is in our food. They highlight the significant profits made by the food additive industry and the lack of regulation around labelling, particularly with 'natural' flavours and colours.

Listen For:

4:16 Joanne Ling’s Personal Experiences With Food Additives

8:40 The Importance of Awareness and Informed Choices

13:48 Market Size and Influence of Food Additives

26:33 Navigating Misleading Labels and “Natural” Claims

 

Guests Joanne Ling and Tracey Fry, Additive-Free Lifestyle 

Shop | Website | Facebook | Instagram

Listen to their podcast Thrive

 

Contact Kate:

Email | Website | Kate’s Book on Amazon | LinkedIn | Facebook | X

Food additives have an enormous impact on us. Preservatives, and colourings affect our health and behaviour.
In this episode Kate shares her personal experience of eliminating these from her family's diet and seeing immediate improvements in their health. Guests Tracey Fry and Joanne Ling, creators of Additive Free Lifestyle, also share their experiences and discuss the importance of understanding what is in our food. They highlight the significant profits made by the food additive industry and the lack of regulation around labelling, particularly with 'natural' flavours and colours.
Listen For:
4:16 Joanne Ling&rsquo;s Personal Experiences With Food Additives
8:40 The Importance of Awareness and Informed Choices
13:48 Market Size and Influence of Food Additives
26:33 Navigating Misleading Labels and &ldquo;Natural&rdquo; Claims
&nbsp;
Guests Joanne Ling and Tracey Fry, Additive-Free Lifestyle 
<a href="https://www.additivefreelifestyleshop.com/">Shop</a> | <a href="https://additivefreelifestyle.com/">Website</a> | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/additivefreelifestyle">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/additivefreelifestyle/">Instagram</a>
<a href="https://pod.link/1119063755">Listen to their podcast Thrive</a>
&nbsp;
Contact Kate:
<a href="mailto:thepersonalitycoach@gmail.com">Email</a> | <a href="https://katemasonauthor.com/podcast/">Website</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.ca/This-Monster-Treasure-House-Understanding/dp/198973734X">Kate&rsquo;s Book on Amazon</a> | <a href="https://au.linkedin.com/in/kate-mason-185a3585">LinkedIn</a> | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ThePersonalityCoach/">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/KateMasonAuthor">X</a>

REPLAY - Helping Parents Unpack the Effects of Food Additives

In this episode of Inspired By, host Isabella Taylor sits down with radio legend Sean Craig Murphy, owner of the Australian Radio School. Sean shares his passion for teaching and mentoring the next generation of broadcasters, offering insights into how his decades of radio experience have shaped his unique approach to education. From his start as a roller rink DJ to founding one of Australia’s top radio schools, Sean’s journey is packed with lessons on creativity, resilience, and the power of storytelling.

You will hear Sean’s advice for aspiring broadcasters, stories from his career, and why teaching fuels his own creativity. Stay tuned until the end for a behind-the-scenes moment that will leave you smiling!

Find Inspired By on your favourite podcast app via the Auscast Network.

Topics in this episode;
Sean’s upbringing and early experiences in Hong Kong, Indonesia, Melbourne, and Adelaide.
His start in the radio industry as a DJ at a roller skating rink in Adelaide.
Transition from DJing to radio, including his first job at Murray Bridge’s 5MU.
Sean’s training at Vaughan Harvey’s Radio School and its impact on his teaching style.
Founding the Australian Radio School and his passion for mentoring students.
Key lessons learned from over 40 years in radio and podcasting.
His experiences co-hosting Everyday Conspiracy Theories Podcast.
The creative process of launching a successful podcast from scratch.
Reflections on the evolution of radio and podcasting as complementary mediums.
Insights into community radio as a training ground for aspiring announcers.
Advice for staying creative and resilient in a competitive industry.
A humorous behind-the-scenes moment at the end of the episode.

In this episode of Inspired By, host Isabella Taylor sits down with radio legend Sean Craig Murphy, owner of the <a href="https://www.australianradioschool.com.au">Australian Radio School</a>. Sean shares his passion for teaching and mentoring the next generation of broadcasters, offering insights into how his decades of radio experience have shaped his unique approach to education. From his start as a roller rink DJ to founding one of Australia&rsquo;s top radio schools, Sean&rsquo;s journey is packed with lessons on creativity, resilience, and the power of storytelling.
You will hear Sean&rsquo;s advice for aspiring broadcasters, stories from his career, and why teaching fuels his own creativity. Stay tuned until the end for a behind-the-scenes moment that will leave you smiling!
Find Inspired By on your favourite podcast app via the <a href="https://auscastnetwork.com">Auscast Network</a>.
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Topics in this episode;
<ul>
<li>Sean&rsquo;s upbringing and early experiences in Hong Kong, Indonesia, Melbourne, and Adelaide.</li>
<li>His start in the radio industry as a DJ at a roller skating rink in Adelaide.</li>
<li>Transition from DJing to radio, including his first job at Murray Bridge&rsquo;s 5MU.</li>
<li>Sean&rsquo;s training at Vaughan Harvey&rsquo;s Radio School and its impact on his teaching style.</li>
<li>Founding the Australian Radio School and his passion for mentoring students.</li>
<li>Key lessons learned from over 40 years in radio and podcasting.</li>
<li>His experiences co-hosting Everyday Conspiracy Theories Podcast.</li>
<li>The creative process of launching a successful podcast from scratch.</li>
<li>Reflections on the evolution of radio and podcasting as complementary mediums.</li>
<li>Insights into community radio as a training ground for aspiring announcers.</li>
<li>Advice for staying creative and resilient in a competitive industry.</li>
<li>A humorous behind-the-scenes moment at the end of the episode.</li>
</ul>

Inspired By Sean Craig Murphy - Radio, Podcasting, and Mentoring the Next Generation

Hey that's mine.

I saw it first.

Too bad. Finders’ keepers. Losers’ weepers.

 

No need to even ask if this sounds familiar. It does. But there are ways to manage sibling rivalries. Actually understanding your children’s personality types and preferences can go a long way to keeping the peace.

 

Guest: Sandra Etherington

Instagram | Website

Read Sandra’s article "Navigating Sibling Conflict"

 

Contact Kate:

Email | Website | LinkedIn |  

Kate’s book on Amazon

Hey that's mine.
I saw it first.
Too bad. Finders&rsquo; keepers. Losers&rsquo; weepers.
&nbsp;
No need to even ask if this sounds familiar. It does. But there are ways to manage sibling rivalries. Actually understanding your children&rsquo;s personality types and preferences can go a long way to keeping the peace.
&nbsp;
Guest: Sandra Etherington
<a href="http://www.instagram.com/familypersonalities">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://familypersonalities.com/">Website</a>
Read Sandra&rsquo;s article&nbsp;<a href="https://www.peoplestripes.org/articles/navigating-sibling-conflict.htm">"Navigating Sibling Conflict"</a>
&nbsp;
Contact Kate:
<a href="mailto:thepersonalitycoach@gmail.com">Email</a> | <a href="https://katemasonauthor.com/podcast/">Website</a> | <a href="https://au.linkedin.com/in/kate-mason-185a3585">LinkedIn</a> |&nbsp;&nbsp;
<a href="mailto:thepersonalitycoach@gmail.com"></a><a href="https://www.amazon.ca/This-Monster-Treasure-House-Understanding/dp/198973734X">Kate&rsquo;s book on Amazon</a>

REPLAY - How to Manage Conflicts Between Your Children

When traveling do you prefer to be highly organized and structured? Loose and available for what catches your whim? Or somewhere in between.

It’s all good when it’s just you traveling. It gets complicated when you have traveling companions, particularly if they don’t share your preferences.

Guest: Stephanie Noon

Website | Instagram | LinkedIn

 

Contact Kate:

Email | Website | Kate’s Book on Amazon | LinkedIn | Facebook | X

When traveling do you prefer to be highly organized and structured? Loose and available for what catches your whim? Or somewhere in between.
It&rsquo;s all good when it&rsquo;s just you traveling. It gets complicated when you have traveling companions, particularly if they don&rsquo;t share your preferences.
Guest: Stephanie Noon
<a href="http://www.livelifecoaching.com.au/">Website</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C1jJwRBpvZ7/">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-noon-62533a10/">LinkedIn</a>
&nbsp;
Contact Kate:
<a href="mailto:thepersonalitycoach@gmail.com">Email</a> | <a href="https://katemasonauthor.com/podcast/">Website</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.ca/This-Monster-Treasure-House-Understanding/dp/198973734X">Kate&rsquo;s Book on Amazon</a> | <a href="https://au.linkedin.com/in/kate-mason-185a3585">LinkedIn</a> | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ThePersonalityCoach/">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/KateMasonAuthor">X</a>

REPLAY - A Cuppa With Kate n Tray – Travel… and Personality Types

Why unstructured play is vital for everyone

The Rippling Effect of Role Modeling Movement

Why Lack of Sleep = Poor Food Choices

Practical Screen Time Boundaries for all Ages

Struggling to balance screen time, play, and family wellness? You’re not alone!

Kate chats with Dr. Nick Fuller about his research-backed lifestyle plan to create healthier families.

They look at the final two steps of Nick’s program: embracing daily play and tackling screen time to promote better sleep, movement, and overall health. 

Listen For:

05:13 – Why unstructured play is vital for kids and adults alike

12:53 – Role modeling movement: The ripple effect on kids

15:18 – The science behind sleep deprivation and poor food choices

18:51 – Practical screen time boundaries: Rules for all ages

 

Guest: Nick Fuller

Nick’s Books | Recent Book | Family Recipes | Adult Weight Management | Facebook | Instagram | TikTok 

Contact Kate:

Email | Website | Kate’s Book on Amazon | LinkedIn | Facebook | X

 

More About Nick Fuller

Dr Fuller brings together a diversity of skills having held positions in both the industry and academic sectors. His current position as Clinical Trials Director within the Department of Endocrinology at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital involves working with government and industry to identify and develop cost-effective treatments for the treatment and management of obesity and metabolic disease.

Struggling to balance screen time, play, and family wellness? You&rsquo;re not alone!
Kate chats with Dr. Nick Fuller about his research-backed lifestyle plan to create healthier families.
They look at the final two steps of Nick&rsquo;s program: embracing daily play and tackling screen time to promote better sleep, movement, and overall health.&nbsp;
Listen For:
05:13 &ndash; Why unstructured play is vital for kids and adults alike
12:53 &ndash; Role modeling movement: The ripple effect on kids
15:18 &ndash; The science behind sleep deprivation and poor food choices
18:51 &ndash; Practical screen time boundaries: Rules for all ages
&nbsp;
Guest: Nick Fuller
<a href="https://www.penguin.com.au/authors/nick-fuller">Nick&rsquo;s Books</a> | <a href="https://www.penguin.com.au/books/healthy-parents-healthy-kids-9780143791119">Recent Book</a> | <a href="https://feedingfussykids.com/">Family Recipes</a> | <a href="https://intervalweightloss.com/">Adult Weight Management</a> | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/intervalweightloss">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/intervalweightloss/">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@intervalweightloss">TikTok</a>&nbsp;
Contact Kate:
<a href="mailto:thepersonalitycoach@gmail.com">Email</a> | <a href="https://katemasonauthor.com/podcast/">Website</a> | <a href="https://www.amazon.ca/This-Monster-Treasure-House-Understanding/dp/198973734X">Kate&rsquo;s Book on Amazon</a> | <a href="https://au.linkedin.com/in/kate-mason-185a3585">LinkedIn</a> | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ThePersonalityCoach/">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/KateMasonAuthor">X</a>
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More About Nick Fuller
Dr Fuller brings together a diversity of skills having held positions in both the industry and academic sectors. His current position as Clinical Trials Director within the Department of Endocrinology at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital involves working with government and industry to identify and develop cost-effective treatments for the treatment and management of obesity and metabolic disease.

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