Positive Ageing Segment

My gorgeous guests today are Ruth Winton-Brown from Connecting Generations Bangalow inviting you to a gathering of young and old this Saturday at the Bangalow Heritage House Museum between 4-6.30pm!

In the second part of the show, I’m joined by Sally Cusack reminding us of the importance of food security and localisation, inspiring and encouraging you to join a group of likeminded local lovers at the FOOD FOREVER event Monday 9th at the Byron Bay Services Club from 6pm.

The joys of community radio! 

Positive Ageing Segment
My gorgeous guests today are Ruth Winton-Brown&nbsp;from <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ConnectingGenerationsBangalow?__cft__[0]=AZaYzYvLA2sispBA9BkFHXDuK-DI9_pOfSqXHPOpqpzMJLLgmvZIZXjWay-Rn42QgoMJFhuIj08Bru4fSN2lkCkZEmLkfpYEGkNXwvXJqbFOzitAsyKk6dL6Ni-d8j6kIbmJ2RvnPvSKdcai6eKIZlPIU77orQ6hXCAMSe4j8JfRzg&amp;__tn__=-]K-R">Connecting Generations Bangalow</a> inviting you to a gathering of young and old this Saturday at the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Bangalowheritagehouse?__cft__[0]=AZaYzYvLA2sispBA9BkFHXDuK-DI9_pOfSqXHPOpqpzMJLLgmvZIZXjWay-Rn42QgoMJFhuIj08Bru4fSN2lkCkZEmLkfpYEGkNXwvXJqbFOzitAsyKk6dL6Ni-d8j6kIbmJ2RvnPvSKdcai6eKIZlPIU77orQ6hXCAMSe4j8JfRzg&amp;__tn__=-]K-R">Bangalow Heritage House Museum</a> between 4-6.30pm!
In the second part of the show, I&rsquo;m joined by <a href="https://www.facebook.com/sally.cusack.7?__cft__[0]=AZaYzYvLA2sispBA9BkFHXDuK-DI9_pOfSqXHPOpqpzMJLLgmvZIZXjWay-Rn42QgoMJFhuIj08Bru4fSN2lkCkZEmLkfpYEGkNXwvXJqbFOzitAsyKk6dL6Ni-d8j6kIbmJ2RvnPvSKdcai6eKIZlPIU77orQ6hXCAMSe4j8JfRzg&amp;__tn__=-]K-R">Sally Cusack</a> reminding us of the importance of food security and localisation, inspiring and encouraging you to join a group of likeminded local lovers at the FOOD FOREVER event Monday 9th at the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BBServicesClub?__cft__[0]=AZaYzYvLA2sispBA9BkFHXDuK-DI9_pOfSqXHPOpqpzMJLLgmvZIZXjWay-Rn42QgoMJFhuIj08Bru4fSN2lkCkZEmLkfpYEGkNXwvXJqbFOzitAsyKk6dL6Ni-d8j6kIbmJ2RvnPvSKdcai6eKIZlPIU77orQ6hXCAMSe4j8JfRzg&amp;__tn__=-]K-R">Byron Bay Services Club</a> from 6pm.
The joys of community radio!&nbsp;

BELLY – The tastiest show on BayFM.

Food related interviews with people doing their thing, for the greater good of humanity and the planet.

Sharing stories from the BELLY of the community, locally and globally.

Delightfully drizzling morsels of momentary mindfulness into your ears and hearts.

Sweet beats for treats.

Loosen your belt and make some room – Tuesday’s 9-11am.

BELLY &ndash; The tastiest show on BayFM.
Food related interviews with people doing their thing, for the greater good of humanity and the planet.
Sharing stories from the BELLY of the community, locally and globally.
Delightfully drizzling morsels of momentary mindfulness into your ears and hearts.
Sweet beats for treats.
Loosen your belt and make some room &ndash; Tuesday&rsquo;s 9-11am.

Belly

Belly Podcast - 3 February 2026. Guests: Ruth Winton-Brown, Deb Jorgensen & Sally Cussack.

On March 7th, 2026, a film titled Revealed: KillJoywill be screened at the Star Court Theatre, Lismore offering a unique view of family violence in Australia.

The film tells of a Lismore mother’s death, a community's silence and a child’s journey to uncover the truth. Kathryn Joy was three months old when their father killed their mother. He served just 22 months and by age four, Kathryn was back living with him in the house he killed their mother in, with little knowledge of what happened to her.

Spanning over forty years, Revealed: KillJoy follows Kathryn from a child, into adulthood as they embark on a journey to uncover their mother’s buried story.

My first guest on Belly this morning is Rose Hogan pictured (courtesy of Human of Lismore) who arrived in the Lismore region around the same time this horrific event had taken place. Rose has a background in community services and social work and has dedicated much of her life towards the change we’d all like to see in domestic violence against women.

Rose has agreed to give her account of how she saw the event unfold all those years ago and we’ll talk about what's changed since then, if anything, as well as information on the film for anyone wanting to see it on March 7th at the Star Court Theatre in Lismore.

WARNING: The film explores themes of suicide, mental health, domestic violence and homicide that some viewers may find distressing. Viewer discretion is advised for the film, but we may also touch on some of these themes in the interview so be warned if you’re feeling delicate or have a personal connection to any of these issues and feel it might trigger you in any way.
If you need crisis support or are experiencing emotional distress in Australia, you can contact Lifeline 24/7 at 13 11 14 or call 000 if life is in immediate danger.
Beyond Blue: Beyond Blue is an independent Australian non-profit organisation that provides support for depression, anxiety, suicide prevention, and related mental health issues. You can call 1300 22 4636. to speak with a trained counsellor at any time, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
For domestic violence support, you can contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)

 

My second guest on the show is Tim Franklin from the Film Actors Studioin Byron. Tim is an Australian actor known for his role as Colby Thorne in the soap opera Home and Away.

He graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting) from the University of Technology of Queensland (QUT) in 2010. and prior to Home and Away worked as an online content creator for MTV and appeared in short films and independent theatre productions. He has also been involved in a number of recent projects, including the comedy drama: iAm and the crime drama: The Last King of the Cross.

Tim lives in the Shire and runs film acting workshops for all ages, offering the opportunity to satiate your curiosity in film making and acting OR attend actors 'workout sessions' to stay connected to the industry and hone your skills.  

Above all though he offers a place for people to be seen, be heard and be vulnerable. All the things that push our buttons and make us react in an uncomfortable way, the perfect breeding ground for growth and personal expansion.

Could 2026 be your year to step out of your comfort zone and expose your vulnerabilities in front of a camera?! :))

On March 7th, 2026, a film titled <a href="https://starcourttheatre.com.au/events/iwd2026">Revealed: KillJoy</a> will be screened at the Star Court Theatre, Lismore offering a unique view of&nbsp;family violence in Australia.
The film&nbsp;tells of a Lismore mother&rsquo;s death, a community's silence and a child&rsquo;s journey to uncover the truth.&nbsp;Kathryn Joy was three months old when their father killed their mother. He served just 22 months and by age four, Kathryn was back living with him in the house he killed their mother in, with little knowledge of what happened to her.
Spanning over forty years, Revealed: KillJoy follows Kathryn from a child, into adulthood as they embark on a journey to uncover their mother&rsquo;s buried story.
My first guest on Belly this morning is Rose Hogan pictured (courtesy of <a href="https://humansoflismore.com.au/rose-hogan/">Human of Lismore</a>) who arrived in the Lismore region around the same time this horrific event had taken place. Rose has a background in community services and social work and has dedicated much of her life towards the change we&rsquo;d all like to see in domestic violence against women.
Rose has agreed to give her account of how she saw the event unfold all those years ago and we&rsquo;ll talk about what's changed since then, if anything, as well as information on the film for anyone wanting to see it on March 7th at the Star Court Theatre in Lismore.
WARNING: The film explores themes of suicide, mental health, domestic violence and homicide that some viewers may find distressing. Viewer discretion is advised for the film, but we may also touch on some of these themes in the interview so be warned if you&rsquo;re feeling delicate or have a personal connection to any of these issues and feel it might trigger you in any way.
<ul>
<li>If you need crisis support or are experiencing emotional distress in Australia, you can contact&nbsp;Lifeline&nbsp;24/7&nbsp;at&nbsp;13 11 14 or&nbsp;call&nbsp;000&nbsp;if&nbsp;life&nbsp;is&nbsp;in&nbsp;immediate&nbsp;danger.</li>
<li>Beyond Blue: Beyond Blue is an independent Australian non-profit organisation that provides support for depression, anxiety, suicide prevention, and related mental health issues. You can call 1300 22 4636. to&nbsp;speak&nbsp;with&nbsp;a&nbsp;trained&nbsp;counsellor&nbsp;at&nbsp;any&nbsp;time,&nbsp;24&nbsp;hours&nbsp;a&nbsp;day,&nbsp;7&nbsp;days&nbsp;a&nbsp;week</li>
<li>For&nbsp;domestic&nbsp;violence&nbsp;support,&nbsp;you&nbsp;can&nbsp;contact&nbsp;the&nbsp;National Domestic Violence Hotline at:&nbsp;1-800-799-SAFE (7233)</li>
</ul>
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My second guest on the show is Tim Franklin from the <a href="https://www.thefilmactorsstudio.com/byron-bay-acting-classes">Film Actors Studio</a> in Byron. Tim is an Australian actor known for his role as Colby Thorne in the soap opera Home and Away.
He graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting) from the University of Technology of Queensland (QUT) in 2010. and prior to Home and Away worked as an online content creator for MTV and appeared in short films and independent theatre productions. He has also been involved in a number of recent projects, including the comedy drama: iAm and the crime drama: The Last King of the Cross.
Tim lives in the Shire and runs film acting workshops for all ages, offering the opportunity to satiate your curiosity in film making and acting OR attend actors 'workout sessions' to stay connected to the industry and hone your skills. &nbsp;
Above all though he offers a place for people to be seen, be heard and be vulnerable. All the things that push our buttons and make us react in an uncomfortable way, the perfect breeding ground for growth and personal expansion.
Could 2026 be your year to step out of your comfort zone and expose your vulnerabilities in front of a camera?! :))

Belly Podcast - 10 February 2026. Guests: Rose Hogan & Tim Franklin.

From two polar opposites in terms of involvement in Bay FM we’re going to be hearing from newest recruit to the airwaves Bella who completed the Bay FM Radio Broadcast Course last year.

Bella has been filling in as well as presenting her own show Beans for the last few months andyou'll hear some snippets from her final show, which she shared with her dad Dominic.

On the opposite end of the scale, we’ll be welcoming Gayle Cue (pictured) into the studios who was present in the very conception of the idea of creating a community radio station in Byron Bay. Gayle has recently returned to Bay FM as a front desk vollie and enrolled in the upcoming Radio Broadcast Course to brush up on some skills and possibly learn a few new ones.

You’ll also be hearing a positive ageing story from 97-year-old Russian born pocket rocket Nina Marzi. It's the story of how a small handmade wooden box centuries old came into her life in the early 70's. Nina awoke one day and embarked on a spirited mission she had no control over. You'll hear her recollect the story in a way only Nina could!

Could it be a calling, intuition, a spirit guide, a co-incidence? Call it what you may but listen first before you decide.

From two polar opposites in terms of involvement in Bay FM we&rsquo;re going to be hearing from newest recruit to the airwaves Bella who completed the Bay FM Radio Broadcast Course last year.
Bella has been filling in as well as presenting her own show Beans for the last few months andyou'll hear some snippets from her final show, which she shared with her dad Dominic.
On the opposite end of the scale, we&rsquo;ll be welcoming <a href="https://www.gaylecue.com/websites.html">Gayle Cue </a>(pictured) into the studios who was present in the very conception of the idea of creating a community radio station in Byron Bay. Gayle has recently returned to Bay FM as a front desk vollie and enrolled in the upcoming Radio Broadcast Course to brush up on some skills and possibly learn a few new ones.
You&rsquo;ll also be hearing a positive ageing story from 97-year-old Russian born pocket rocket Nina Marzi. It's the story of how a small handmade wooden box centuries old came into her life in the early 70's. Nina awoke one day and embarked on a spirited mission she had no control over. You'll hear her recollect the story in a way only Nina could!
Could it be a calling, intuition, a spirit guide, a co-incidence? Call it what you may but listen first before you decide.

Belly Podcast - 27 January 2026. Guests: Gayle Cue, Bella Forti & Dad Dominic.

What do you know about the miracle tree Moringa? Anything? Nothing? Need reminding? Do you have Moringa in your garden? Do you want to? I'm almost certain you WILL after hearing this interview. 

Belly this week features the mighty Moringa as shared by the Moringa man himself whose love of the plant has led him to grow it from seed using a unique process involving IMO: Indigenous Micro Organisms.

You'll also hear about the plant's potent benefits, outstanding nutrient profile, how to grow it and its use for combatting childhood malnutrition globally as well as how you can grow and utilise every part of this plant in your own back garden.

The Bay FM textile went bonkers during this show with detailed messages containing information, photos, cultivation tips, where and how to find it, how to consume it and various stories of deep connection and respect for this popular plant.

Contact the.moringa.man Australia in IG to obtain seeds, plants and a healthy dose of Moringa goodness which will leave you more in awe of Mother Nature than you probably already are!

What do you know about the miracle tree Moringa? Anything? Nothing? Need reminding? Do you have Moringa in your garden? Do you want to? I'm almost certain you WILL after hearing this interview.&nbsp;
Belly this week features the mighty Moringa as shared by the Moringa man himself whose love of the plant has led him to grow it from seed using a unique process involving IMO: Indigenous Micro Organisms.
You'll also hear about the plant's potent benefits, outstanding nutrient profile, how to grow it and its use for combatting childhood malnutrition globally as well as how you can grow and utilise every part of this plant in your own back garden.
The Bay FM textile went bonkers during this show with detailed messages containing information, photos, cultivation tips, where and how to find it, how to consume it and various stories of deep connection and respect for this popular plant.
Contact the.moringa.man Australia in IG to obtain seeds, plants and a healthy dose of Moringa goodness which will leave you more in awe of Mother Nature than you probably already are!

Belly Podcast - 3 February 2026. Guests: Ruth Winton-Brown, Deb Jorgensen & Sally Cussack.

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