Sunburnt Souls
Sunburnt Souls
Dave Quak loves Jesus passionately, and he struggles with his mental health. He’s been a pastor for 20 years, and thanks to God, somehow hasn't exploded his life! Sunburnt Souls exists to help those living in the complicated overlap of faith and mental health. Each episode features a different guest sharing their journey and the life lessons they’ve learned along the way.Social links:
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From Darkness to Deliverance Noriko Reid's Story of Healing and Hope - 16-22 February 2026
In this powerful episode, Dave sits down with Pastor Noriko Reid, one of the senior pastors at Hope Church on the Gold Coast, to share her raw and redemptive journey through anxiety, depression, and into freedom through Jesus.
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Neuro Self-care & Havening a New Way to Heal with Elle Mcbride - 9-15 February 2026
Today, we sits down with Elle McBride?' a leading voice in trauma recovery and one of the first 150 globally trained Certified Havening Techniques Practitioners and Trainers. Elle introduces us to Neuro Self-Care ?' a practical, neuroscience-based approach that helps people manage stress, regulate …
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Gut Health and Mental Well-being Naturopath Esther Thomas Explains the Connection - 2-8 February 2026
In this episode of Sunburnt Souls, Dave sits down with Esther Thomas, Clinical Naturopath and owner of Olea Health, to explore the powerful connection between gut health and mental well-being. With her extensive background in holistic healthcare, Esther dives into how imbalances in digestive health…
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Radio, Ministry, and Asd Robbo's Inspiring Journey Behind the Mic - 26-1 February 2026
In this episode, Dave sits down with Andrew ’Robbo’ Robinson, a radio veteran who has spent over 17 years hosting the Rise & Shine breakfast show on Vision Christian Radio. Robbo shares his personal journey of navigating life with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), discussing the challenges and triump…
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Renew Your Mind with Dr Ashleigh Moreland - Where Science Meets Spirit - Part 2 - 19-25 January 2026
In this second part of the conversation, Dr Ashleigh unpacks how true transformation isn’t just about changing thoughts, but about healing the nervous system, renewing the mind, and living in alignment with who God created us to be.
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Renew Your Mind with Dr Ashleigh Moreland - Where Science Meets Spirit - Part 1 - 12-18 January 2026
In this episode, Dave sits down with Dr Ashleigh Moreland to explore the intersection of science, spirit, and the renewing of the mind. If you’ve ever felt stuck in survival mode or like you’re just getting through the day, this conversation is for you.
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God, Me, or Mental Illness How to Know Who's Really Talking - 5-11 January 2026
This week I sit down with Rev Dr Tania Harris ?' pastor, theologian, and founder of God Conversations ?' to explore what it really looks like to recognise and respond to God’s voice.
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10 Animal Personalities of Mental Health - 29-4 January 2026
Ever feel like your approach to mental health is totally different from the people around you? Maybe you’re The Owl, overthinking every decision, or The Goldfish, moving on before fully processing your emotions. In this episode of Sunburnt Souls, we dive into The 10 Animal Personalities of Mental H…
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Spiritual Warfare & Deliverance Jesus' Ministry of Love and Authority with Jennifer Jessop - 22-28 December 2025
In this powerful episode of Sunburnt Souls, Dave Quak sits down with Jennifer Jessop to explore the depths of spiritual warfare, deliverance, and the transformative power of the Love of Jesus. As a minister with a deep passion for setting captives free, Jennifer shares her experiences in prayer, sp…
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Life to the Full with Chris Cipollone - 15-21 December 2025
Join us for a refreshing and insightful conversation with Chris Cipollone, one year after his first appearance on Sunburnt Souls. In this episode, Chris reflects on how the vision of embracing life in its entirety, 'heart, soul, mind, and strength', has taken shape over the past year.
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