In this episode of The People of Brisbane Podcast, Trevor Evans sits down with his close friend, Margaret Lawson. Together, they hash over how their friendship began, with hilarious beginnings. Margaret retells her experience of discovering her cancer diagnosis and shares that it was the Morrison Government that put her necessary trial medication on the PBS, allowing her to access treatment. 


Trigger Warning: This episode mentions cancer.' 

In this episode of The People of Brisbane Podcast, Trevor Evans sits&nbsp;down with his close friend, Margaret Lawson. Together, they hash over how their friendship began, with hilarious beginnings. Margaret retells her experience of discovering her cancer diagnosis and shares that it was the Morrison Government that put her necessary trial medication on the PBS,&nbsp;allowing her to access treatment.&nbsp;
 Trigger Warning: This episode mentions cancer.'&nbsp;

The People of Brisbane Podcast is exactly that, a space to celebrate the incredible people within our local Brisbane community who have stories to share, big, small, politically-skewed, or not at all. 


This podcast is hosted by the Hon Trevor Evans to further share the powerful conversations he often has on the ground with community members he meets, knowing that often, these conversations are ones that many would resonate with. Trevor is a Liberal National Candidate for Brisbane running for re-election on May 3, 2025, and a former MP who represented the electorate of Brisbane during 2016-2022. He is an economist and a strong supporter of small business, forming the base for why he decided to enter politics to begin with. 

The People of Brisbane Podcast is exactly that, a space to celebrate the incredible people within our local Brisbane community who have stories to share, big, small, politically-skewed, or not at all.&nbsp;
 This podcast is hosted by the Hon Trevor Evans to further share the powerful conversations he often has on the ground with community members he meets,&nbsp;knowing that often, these conversations are ones that many would resonate with. Trevor is a Liberal National Candidate for Brisbane running for re-election on May 3, 2025, and a former MP who represented the electorate of Brisbane during 2016-2022. He is an economist and a strong supporter of small business, forming the base for why he decided to enter politics to begin with.&nbsp;

People of Brisbane Podcast 

The People of Brisbane Podcast is exactly that, a space to celebrate the incredible people within our local Brisbane community who have stories to share, big, small, politically-skewed, or not at all. 
This podcast is hosted by the Hon Trevor Evans to further share the powerful conversations he often has on the ground with community members he meets, knowing that often, these conversations are ones that many would resonate with. Trevor is a Liberal National Candidate for Brisbane running for re-election on May 3, 2025, and a former MP who represented the electorate of Brisbane during 2016-2022. He is an economist and a strong supporter of small business, forming the base for why he decided to enter politics to begin with. 

The People of Brisbane Podcast is exactly that, a space to celebrate the incredible people within our local Brisbane community who have stories to share, big, small, politically-skewed, or not at all.&nbsp; This podcast is hosted by the Hon Trevor Evans to further share the powerful conversations he often has on the ground with community members he meets,&nbsp;knowing that often, these conversations are ones that many would resonate with. Trevor is a Liberal National Candidate for Brisbane running for re-election on May 3, 2025, and a former MP who represented the electorate of Brisbane during 2016-2022. He is an economist and a strong supporter of small business, forming the base for why he decided to enter politics to begin with.&nbsp;

Margaret Lawson: How the PBS allowed me to access my trial medication

In this powerful episode of The People of Brisbane, Trevor Evans meets with Sal Powell – a Brisbane Mum who just became the first Australian to complete the 5 Desert Grand Slam Plus. In an incredible achievement, Sal has completed 5 ultramarathons across 5 deserts, covering more than 1,000kms in just one year. Trevor asked her about the challenges she encountered and overcame, what it's like running across the world's toughest terrain, and the journey that got her here. 


Sal has been Racing The Planet for the Nerve Connection Foundation. Find more about Sal's story and how to donate here. 


Follow Trevor Evans on social media here.

Follow Sal Powell on social media here.'

In this powerful episode of The People of Brisbane, Trevor Evans meets with Sal Powell &ndash; a Brisbane Mum who just became the first Australian to complete the 5 Desert Grand Slam Plus. In an incredible achievement, Sal has completed 5 ultramarathons&nbsp;across 5 deserts, covering more than 1,000kms in just one year. Trevor asked her about the challenges she encountered and overcame, what it's like running across the world's toughest terrain, and the journey that got her here.&nbsp;
 Sal has been Racing The Planet for the Nerve Connection Foundation.&nbsp;Find more about Sal's story and how to donate <a href="https://nerveconnection.org.au/sal-powell-donation/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://nerveconnection.org.au/sal-powell-donation/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1746849574819000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2A-Z5qYZ1j4jqw6ilVC3xU">here</a>.&nbsp;
 Follow Trevor Evans on social media&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/trevorevansbne/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.instagram.com/trevorevansbne/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1746849574819000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0A3A9kuuoHj_m3_l5V9Nil">here</a>.
Follow Sal Powell on social media <a href="https://www.instagram.com/runsalrun_/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.instagram.com/runsalrun_/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1746849574819000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2fFAfqiMOU8FbVpQBcwrAX">here</a>.'

Sal Powell: Crowned first Australian to complete 5 desert ultra-marathons

In one of our final episodes, while on the 2025 campaign trail, Trevor sat down with Will McInerary, a 23-year-old UQ student currently finishing his Honours in Advanced Physics. Will has recently been invited to study at Cambridge, contingent on getting his honours. Trevor and Will discuss the importance, hard work, and dedication that's gotten him to receive this preliminary invite, and do a deep dive into questions around the election as a young voter. Will highlighted his very a-political approach to voting, unsure of the key messages coming from each party, with minimal interest to date in the policies being outlined. Together, they navigate key topics ahead of election day, from cost of living, supply chains, and nuclear energy.

Follow Trevor Evans on social media here.

In one of our final episodes, while on the 2025 campaign trail, Trevor sat down with Will McInerary, a 23-year-old UQ student currently finishing his Honours in Advanced Physics. Will has recently been invited to study at Cambridge, contingent on getting his honours. Trevor and Will discuss the importance, hard work, and dedication that's gotten him to receive this preliminary invite, and do a deep dive into questions around the election as a young voter. Will highlighted his very a-political approach to voting, unsure of the key messages coming from each party, with minimal interest to date in the policies being outlined. Together, they navigate key topics ahead of election day, from cost of living, supply chains, and nuclear energy.
Follow Trevor Evans on social media <a href="https://www.instagram.com/trevorevansbne/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.instagram.com/trevorevansbne/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1746849574819000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0A3A9kuuoHj_m3_l5V9Nil">here</a>.

William McInerary: Finalising an honour in Advanced Physics and being invited to study at Cambridge

In this episode of The People of Brisbane Podcast, Trevor Evans sits down with Yasmin Sethi. Yas details her travels for her career as an innovative professional leader across a diverse range of industries, and why she always returns home to Brisbane. Trevor and Yas further discuss the importance of a balanced approach to immigration and the wonderful story of her parents.


Follow Trevor Evans on social media here.

In this episode of The People of Brisbane Podcast, Trevor Evans sits down with Yasmin Sethi. Yas details her travels for her career as an innovative professional leader across a diverse range of industries, and why she always returns home to Brisbane. Trevor and Yas further discuss the importance of a balanced approach to immigration and the wonderful story of her parents.
 Follow Trevor Evans on social media&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/trevorevansbne/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.instagram.com/trevorevansbne/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1746849574819000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0A3A9kuuoHj_m3_l5V9Nil">here</a>.

Margaret Lawson: How the PBS allowed me to access my trial medication

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