Mel Baker is the kind of person that’s hard to describe in a few words – or even a few sentences. She has been through worse pain, hurt, abuse than some could ever imagine. But that’s not what defines her. 

What defines her is what she did afterwards. Each and every time the world let her down – she dusted herself off and got back up again. More than that, she learnt to fly.

Link for Mel's book: Sleeping Under the Bridge

Resources: 
Lifeline - 13 11 14
1800RESPECT - 1800 737 732 

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If you or someone you know has a story of hope to share, and you’d like to be interviewed for the podcast, Georgia would love to hear from you - leave a comment on the Finding Hope page at hopepodcasts.com.au.  

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Mel Baker is the kind of person that’s hard to describe in a few words – or even a few sentences. She has been through worse pain, hurt, abuse than some could ever imagine. But that’s not what defines her. What defines her is what she did afterwards. Each and every time the world let her down – she dusted herself off and got back up again. More than that, she learnt to fly.
Link for Mel's book: <a href="http://www.drmelbakerbooks.com">Sleeping Under the Bridge</a>
Resources: 
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.lifeline.org.au/">Lifeline </a>- 13 11 14</li>
<li><a href="https://www.1800respect.org.au/">1800RESPECT</a> - 1800 737 732 </li>
</ul>
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People who have found real hope in challenging times and made the world a better place. This is the antidote to depressing news cycle, morning traffic jams and that awful feeling you get when the person you’ve just let merge in front of you doesn’t give you a thank you wave. Finding Hope's Georgia Free will remind you of the good in the world, by bringing you the very best of humanity and feel-good stories that don’t make the front page.

Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at hopepodcasts.com.au. And send the team a message via Hope 103.2’s app, Facebook or Instagram.

People who have found real hope in challenging times and made the world a better place. This is the antidote to depressing news cycle, morning traffic jams and that awful feeling you get when the person you&rsquo;ve just let merge in front of you doesn&rsquo;t give you a thank you wave. Finding Hope's Georgia Free will remind you of the good in the world, by bringing you the very best of humanity and feel-good stories that don&rsquo;t make the front page.
Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at <a href="http://www.hopepodcasts.com.au/">hopepodcasts.com.au</a>. And send the team a message via <a href="https://hope1032.com.au/listen/#apps">Hope 103.2&rsquo;s app</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Hope103.2">Facebook</a> or <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sydneyshope1032/">Instagram</a>.

Finding Hope with Georgia Free

Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at hopepodcasts.com.au. And send the team a message via Hope 103.2’s app, Facebook or Instagram.

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Hope 103.2's Georgia Free

Mel Baker – Finding Hope Through Childhood Abuse (1/4)

Warning: This episode contains mentions of suicidal ideation, suicidal attempts and sexual abuse. Listener discretion is advised. 


Julie Goodwin burst into our screens and into the hearts of Australians back in 2009, when she became Australia’s very first MasterChef. Following the win, Julie was catapulted into stardom - seemingly overnight. A book deal, TV segments, a radio program, and her own cooking school - she should’ve been on top of the world. And she was - until it all came crashing down. Julie has shared her full story for the first time in her brand new memoir Your Time Starts Now.

GIVEAWAY DETAILS: Win a Copy of Your Time Starts Now (giveaway closes Friday 21st June 2024)

Further Information:  
Book - Your Time Starts Now 
Website (Recipes and Food Blog): juliegoodwin.com.au
Facebook - Julie Goodwin
Instagram - @_juliegoodwin

Resources: 
If you or anyone you know needs help, call Lifeline in Australia on 13 11 14 or visit lifeline.org.au.
If you or someone you know is impacted by sexual assault, domestic or family violence, in Australia - call 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732 or visit www.1800RESPECT.org.au. 

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If you or someone you know would like to be interviewed for the podcast, Georgia would love to hear from you. Leave a comment on the Finding Hope page at hopepodcasts.com.au. 

Warning: This episode contains mentions of suicidal ideation, suicidal attempts and sexual abuse. Listener discretion is advised. 
Julie Goodwin burst into our screens and into the hearts of Australians back in 2009, when she became Australia’s very first MasterChef. Following the win, Julie was catapulted into stardom - seemingly overnight. A book deal, TV segments, a radio program, and her own cooking school - she should’ve been on top of the world. And she was - until it all came crashing down. Julie has shared her full story for the first time in her brand new memoir Your Time Starts Now.
GIVEAWAY DETAILS: <a href="https://hope1032.com.au/stories/culture/books/2024/win-a-copy-of-your-time-starts-now-by-julie-goodwin/">Win a Copy of Your Time Starts Now</a> (giveaway closes Friday 21st June 2024)
Further Information:  
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="7" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Book - <a href="https://www.penguin.com.au/books/your-time-starts-now-9781761341151">Your Time Starts Now </a></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="7" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Website (Recipes and Food Blog): <a href="https://juliegoodwin.com.au/">juliegoodwin.com.au</a></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="7" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Facebook - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/juliegoodwincooklivelove/">Julie Goodwin</a></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="7" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Instagram - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/_juliegoodwin/?hl=en">@_juliegoodwin</a></li>
</ul>
Resources: 
<ul>
<li>If you or anyone you know needs help, call Lifeline in Australia on 13 11 14 or visit <a href="https://www.lifeline.org.au/">lifeline.org.au.</a></li>
<li>If you or someone you know is impacted by sexual assault, domestic or family violence, in Australia - call 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732 or visit www.1800RESPECT.org.au. </li>
</ul>
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If you or someone you know would like to be interviewed for the podcast, Georgia would love to hear from you. Leave a comment on the Finding Hope page at <a href="https://hope1032.com.au/listen/podcasts/">hopepodcasts.com.au</a>.

Julie Goodwin - MasterChef, Mental Illness and the Road to Acceptance

Warning: This episode contains mentions of suicide. Listener discretion is advised. If you or anyone you know needs help – call Lifeline in Australia on 13 11 14 or visit lifeline.org.au

Growing up with ADHD, various health issues and the target of bullying, Adam Blum had the odds stacked against him. Weighed down by depression and hopelessness, Adam one day found himself at a crossroads. He had a plan to end his own life. And one phone call, changed everything. 

Further Information:  
Book: Easy Target - Easy Target | Big Sky Publishing
Podcast: True Blue Conversations - True Blue Conversations Podcast (libsyn.com)

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If you or someone you know would like to be interviewed for the podcast, Georgia would love to hear from you. Leave a comment on the Finding Hope page at hopepodcasts.com.au. 

Warning: This episode contains mentions of suicide. Listener discretion is advised. If you or anyone you know needs help – call Lifeline in Australia on 13 11 14 or visit <a href="https://www.lifeline.org.au/">lifeline.org.au</a> 
Growing up with ADHD, various health issues and the target of bullying, Adam Blum had the odds stacked against him. Weighed down by depression and hopelessness, Adam one day found himself at a crossroads. He had a plan to end his own life. And one phone call, changed everything. 
Further Information:  
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="7" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Book: Easy Target - <a href="https://www.bigskypublishing.com.au/books/easy-target/">Easy Target | Big Sky Publishing</a> </li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="7" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1">Podcast: True Blue Conversations - <a href="https://truebluehistory.libsyn.com/">True Blue Conversations Podcast (libsyn.com)</a> </li>
</ul>
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If you or someone you know would like to be interviewed for the podcast, Georgia would love to hear from you. Leave a comment on the Finding Hope page at <a href="https://hope1032.com.au/listen/podcasts/">hopepodcasts.com.au</a>.

Adam Blum - The Phone Call That Saved His Life

At 10 years old, Som Tamang was a child slave in a remote village in Nepal. Now, as an Aussie citizen living in Cairns, he is a father figure to that same village – after working his entire life to transform his hometown to a place of opportunity. 

Further Information:  
Friends of Himalayan Children – Website: www.f-hc.org/
Friends of Himalayan Children Facebook Page:  www.facebook.com/friendsofhimalayanchildren.nepal
Take on Nepal Website: www.takeonnepal.com.au/
Take on Nepal FB Page: www.facebook.com/takeonnepal
Book Info:  www.kirstynancarrow.com

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If you or someone you know would like to be interviewed for the podcast, Georgia would love to hear from you. Leave a comment on the Finding Hope page at hopepodcasts.com.au. 

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At 10 years old, Som Tamang was a child slave in a remote village in Nepal. Now, as an Aussie citizen living in Cairns, he is a father figure to that same village – after working his entire life to transform his hometown to a place of opportunity. 
Further Information:  
<ul>
<li>Friends of Himalayan Children – Website: <a href="https://aus01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.f-hc.org%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7Cgeorgia.free%40hopemedia.com.au%7Ce0382966bfb944c016a408dc3f088747%7C44ee180c66c94274b5ea7a651fab25aa%7C0%7C0%7C638454553079977381%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=59HFHnSt7YtdQJzteTRrGI62cfoBhbM%2B0kzQSSF4kts%3D&amp;reserved=0" aria-label="Link www.f-hc.org/">www.f-hc.org/</a> </li>
<li>Friends of Himalayan Children Facebook Page:  <a href="https://aus01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Ffriendsofhimalayanchildren.nepal&amp;data=05%7C02%7Cgeorgia.free%40hopemedia.com.au%7Ce0382966bfb944c016a408dc3f088747%7C44ee180c66c94274b5ea7a651fab25aa%7C0%7C0%7C638454553079999173%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=d4x4iW6tKyT2slMVT2l2m2zZYeChkFjYCV8VW1QWlGU%3D&amp;reserved=0" aria-label="Link www.facebook.com/friendsofhimalayanchildren.nepal">www.facebook.com/friendsofhimalayanchildren.nepal</a> </li>
<li>Take on Nepal Website: <a href="https://auc-word-edit.officeapps.live.com/we/www.takeonnepal.com.au/" aria-label="Link www.takeonnepal.com.au/">www.takeonnepal.com.au/</a> </li>
<li>Take on Nepal FB Page: <a href="https://auc-word-edit.officeapps.live.com/we/www.facebook.com/takeonnepal" aria-label="Link www.facebook.com/takeonnepal">www.facebook.com/takeonnepal</a> </li>
<li>Book Info:  <a href="https://aus01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kirstynancarrow.com%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7Cgeorgia.free%40hopemedia.com.au%7Ce0382966bfb944c016a408dc3f088747%7C44ee180c66c94274b5ea7a651fab25aa%7C0%7C0%7C638454553080095563%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=qB6iZAeFl7VVyKsdRDSJWwb%2Fkw0CAsriAW36qcTODrU%3D&amp;reserved=0" aria-label="Link www.kirstynancarrow.com">www.kirstynancarrow.com</a> </li>
</ul>
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