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 

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

Inspired By Tony Wheeler AO, Co-Founder of Lonely Planet travel guides.

Long before Google… Tony and Maureen Wheeler enjoyed extensive travel together from the early 1970’s on. People would ask them of their experiences and there was very little available in the way of comprehensive travel guides. They began to fill an unrecognized market by writing their first travel guide and going on to establish Lonely Planet.

Inspired By Tony Wheeler AO, Co-Founder of Lonely Planet travel guides.
Long before Google… Tony and Maureen Wheeler enjoyed extensive travel together from the early 1970’s on. People would ask them of their experiences and there was very little available in the way of comprehensive travel guides. They began to fill an unrecognized market by writing their first travel guide and going on to establish Lonely Planet.

Inspired By Tony Wheeler - Co-Founder of Lonely Planet travel guides

Pete Williams – Australian Writer, Director and Producer – spent 15 years overseas in London and Los Angeles honing his filmmaking skills. Pete shares with us about his debut narrative feature film Emotion Is Dead which premiered at the Adelaide Film Festival in 2023 and incredible insight into how he went about making this, from writing through to self-distribution. Budding and current film makers, let’s get started!

Pete Williams – Australian Writer, Director and Producer – spent 15 years overseas in London and Los Angeles honing his filmmaking skills. Pete shares with us about his debut narrative feature film Emotion Is Dead which premiered at the Adelaide Film Festival in 2023 and incredible insight into how he went about making this, from writing through to self-distribution. Budding and current film makers, let’s get started!

Inspired By Pete Williams

Isabella welcomes Tilda Cobham-Hervey, an Australian actress from Adelaide, South Australia in film, television and theatre and a writer / director, with a background in circus and physical theatre. Tilda first acting role was in 52 Tuesdays when she was just 16 years old and in 2019, she gave an outstanding performance as Helen Reddy in I Am Woman. Tilda shares her inspirational journey thus far as a creative talent, giving insight into the challenges she has faced thus far in pursuing her passion and advice to young people aspiring to become part of the film industry.

Isabella welcomes Tilda Cobham-Hervey, an Australian actress from Adelaide, South Australia in film, television and theatre and a writer / director, with a background in circus and physical theatre. Tilda first acting role was in 52 Tuesdays when she was just 16 years old and in 2019, she gave an outstanding performance as Helen Reddy in I Am Woman. Tilda shares her inspirational journey thus far as a creative talent, giving insight into the challenges she has faced thus far in pursuing her passion and advice to young people aspiring to become part of the film industry.

Inspired By Tilda Cobham-Hervey

Isabella speaks with Australian hyperrealist artist Robin Eley shares his inspirational story, beginning his journey in art drawing as a young kid. Eley was born to an Australian father and Chinese mother. In 1981 his family migrated to Australia where he completed high school at Pembroke School in Adelaide, South Australia. In 1997 he moved to the United States where he attended Westmont College, captaining the basketball team  and earning a bachelor of arts degree, majoring in fine art in 2001.

Isabella speaks with Australian hyperrealist artist Robin Eley shares his inspirational story, beginning his journey in art drawing as a young kid. Eley was born to an Australian father and Chinese mother. In 1981 his family migrated to Australia where he completed high school at Pembroke School in Adelaide, South Australia. In 1997 he moved to the United States where he attended Westmont College, captaining the basketball team  and earning a bachelor of arts degree, majoring in fine art in 2001.

Inspired By Robin Eley

Isabella interviews Paul Vasileff - Founder & Head Designer of Paolo Sebastian, an internationally renowned Atelier based right here in Adelaide, South Australia.

Paolo Sebastian has created exquisite gowns for celebrities including Kim Kardashian, Katy Perry, Heidi Klum and Carrie Bickmore. Paul's journey thus far has been exceptional, inspirational, strong minded and very powerful, including the challenges he overcame to launch Paolo Sebastian to the world. Paul stood out as one of the youngest luminaries to have encouraged young people to follow their dreams.

Paul received the 2017 South Australia Young Australian of the Year Award and in the same year won the Young Australian of the Year award for his work. If it really is your dream, it will seem like a beautiful fairytale.

Isabella interviews Paul Vasileff - Founder &amp; Head Designer of Paolo Sebastian, an internationally renowned Atelier based right here in Adelaide, South Australia.
Paolo Sebastian has created exquisite gowns for celebrities including Kim Kardashian, Katy Perry, Heidi Klum and Carrie Bickmore. Paul's journey thus far has been exceptional, inspirational, strong minded and very powerful, including the challenges he overcame to launch Paolo Sebastian to the world. Paul stood out as one of the youngest luminaries to have encouraged young people to follow their dreams.
Paul received the 2017 South Australia Young Australian of the Year Award and in the same year won the Young Australian of the Year award for his work. If it really is your dream, it will seem like a beautiful fairytale.

Inspired By Paolo Sebastian

Isabella Taylor is an Australian born artist with a level of emotional intelligence well beyond her years. She has a passion for the world she lives in and her vocation is to help encourage people to follow their dreams, regardless of their circumstance. Her first experience with painting was when she was just one year old and she has loved it ever since.

At 6 years old, Isabella decided that she wanted to interview inspirational people, to share their stories to help encourage other children to follow their dreams.

More recently Isabella set up a purpose studio, where she now has the space to spread her imagination onto larger canvases creating abstract pieces. Inspired from her interviews with inspirational people from around Australia, Isabella has created abstract launch paintings –

“I like that it can turn out with stuff in it, like once I did a painting and it had a mermaid in it and I really liked it and I thought – how did that get in there? I think it’s a living thing paint, because how does it get that shape, in whatever shape it would form. How the paint forms in the air. So say there was a blob on the brush and then it like formed a head, arms, tail…. Paint is a wonder to me, I can’t quite understand it but I really love it.” ( Isabella Taylor, 2018)

Isabella relishes her time in the studio where she feels free to express her uninhibited creativity in all the colours of the rainbow.

Isabella’s parents realised her passion for painting early and a dear friend of the family, who is a renowned Australian artist, advised to make sure she has lots of paints, advice from whom her parents greatly respected and instantly embraced. Isabella’s great Maternal Grandmother had a love of painting which was discovered in her beautiful expressions right near the end of her long life.

Isabella Taylor is an Australian born artist with a level of emotional intelligence well beyond her years. She has a passion for the world she lives in and her vocation is to help encourage people to follow their dreams, regardless of their circumstance. Her first experience with painting was when she was just one year old and she has loved it ever since.
At 6 years old, Isabella decided that she wanted to interview inspirational people, to share their stories to help encourage other children to follow their dreams.
More recently Isabella set up a purpose studio, where she now has the space to spread her imagination onto larger canvases creating abstract pieces. Inspired from her interviews with inspirational people from around Australia, Isabella has created abstract launch paintings –
“I like that it can turn out with stuff in it, like once I did a painting and it had a mermaid in it and I really liked it and I thought – how did that get in there? I think it’s a living thing paint, because how does it get that shape, in whatever shape it would form. How the paint forms in the air. So say there was a blob on the brush and then it like formed a head, arms, tail…. Paint is a wonder to me, I can’t quite understand it but I really love it.” ( Isabella Taylor, 2018)
Isabella relishes her time in the studio where she feels free to express her uninhibited creativity in all the colours of the rainbow.
Isabella’s parents realised her passion for painting early and a dear friend of the family, who is a renowned Australian artist, advised to make sure she has lots of paints, advice from whom her parents greatly respected and instantly embraced. Isabella’s great Maternal Grandmother had a love of painting which was discovered in her beautiful expressions right near the end of her long life.

Inspired By with Isabella Taylor

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