Episode 0 | An overview and Acknowledgement of Country

Conversations have always been great drivers of change. That’s why we are so excited to launch a new CPA podcast that features conversations between some great minds, thinking differently about how we change expectations, attitudes and culture around some of today’s biggest disability issues: ablei…

Episode 1 | Early Days | Nadia Badawi & Tracey Spicer on Neonatology

One in ten Australian babies spend time in a newborn intensive care unit, and it’s an incredible group of people who are improving outcomes for those infants. However, the greatest success will come when we all get involved. Join Professor Nadia Badawi and Tracey Spicer as they discuss the often ch…

Episode 2 | Riding rollercoasters & harbouring hope | Joe Darcy's story

A cerebral (palsy) conversation with Joe Darcy, Eve’s dad. In the first hours and days of baby Eve’s life, her parents Joe and Hiam heard the toughest news and words every new parent dreads: complications, NICU, brain damage... Through all the ups and downs of those rollercoaster days, Joe never g…

Episode 3 | Early diagnosis & meeting Eve | Nadia Badawi's story

A cerebral (palsy) conversation with internationally renowned neonatologist, Professor Nadia Badawi.  Early in her career, Nadia realised that working with newborns was an opportunity to change the entire course of a person’s life, not to mention having a huge impact for their family and the wider…

Episode 4 | Changing brains & minds | Iona Novak & Tracey Spicer on Neuroplasticity

Neuroplasticity is the secret ingredient for better brain power – and better outcomes for children with disability. In this episode Professor Iona Novak, CPA’s Chair of Allied Health, co-founder of the CPA Research Institute and renowned journalist, author and broadcaster Tracey Spicer go deep into…

Episode 5 | Neuroplasticity in action | Arran Keith’s Story

A cerebral (palsy) conversation with Invictus Games competitor and CPA client, Arran Keith, and his physiotherapist Claire Smart. Therapy that maximises neuroplasticity is the best way to improve movement and mobility, but the challenge is how to keep a young mind motivated. The good news? Therapy…

Episode 6 | Let's get visible | Hannah Diviney & Tara Moss on Inclusion

Australia is recognised as one of the most inclusive nations in the world, but really, is it? Disability advocate Hannah Diviney joins Tara Moss to dig into the details of what it’s like to live with a disability and tackle stereotypes, mental health issues, and barriers to work and education. How…

Episode 7 | Might, Cameras, Action | Emily Dash's Story

A cerebral (palsy) conversation with filmmaker, actor, advocate and CPA client, Emily Dash. From screening her films at Tropfest and the Sydney Film Festival to collaborating with the Australian Chamber Orchestra, Emily has achieved more than most of us do in a lifetime. And – with the help of a g…

Episode 8 | Speaking up | Bronya Metherall & Tara Moss

We can all be agents for change, but we need to find our voices first and the courage to speak up. In this episode, Bronya and Tara speak up about creating communities that empower those living with disability. How can we challenge governments to enact change that creates truly inclusive societies…

Episode 9 | Ahead of the (Learning) Curve | Lia Sintras’ Story

A cerebral (palsy) conversation with Lia Sintras, Cerebral Palsy Alliance (CPA) client and Kosciuszko conqueror. Lia has lived with cerebral palsy since she was just a year old, which hasn’t stopped her for a moment. From climbing Mount Kosciusko to walking into her end of school formal (after ove…