The John Weeks Show Podcast - 2026-8-17 - Program #77

Official Website : https://johnweekstraveller.wixsite.com/johnweeksshow

FEATURE 1

My Latest Podcast Radio Interview : Isla George. 

Topic: Why are funerals becoming fun? Are Aussies ditching black, hymns and boring farewells?

https://omny.fm/shows/the-john-weeks-show/the-john-weeks-show-podcast-2026-8-17

Simply move to the time of 0:22:00 to hear this in-depth conversation.

John Weeks, Presenter/Producer/Interviewer

Australians are being encouraged to rethink the way they approach death, with the founders of digital legacy platform My TAP®, My Time and Place, calling for a national movement to democratise dying and give people back the power to decide how they will be remembered. 

According to My TAP® founders Isla George and Lisa Wendland, too many funerals bear little resemblance to the person whose life they are supposed to celebrate. 

Instead, they have become highly structured, traditional ceremonies that often fail to capture the personality, humour, passions and individuality of the person who has died.

 

FEATURE 2

My Latest Podcast Radio Interview : John Cuturilo. Topic: Creativity

https://omny.fm/shows/the-john-weeks-show/the-john-weeks-show-podcast-2026-8-17

Simply move to the time of 0:51:65 to hear this in-depth conversation.

John Weeks, Presenter/Producer/Interviewer

John Cuturilo. He is accredited by the Australian Counselling Association, holding a Bachelor of Psychological Sciences and Graduate Diploma of Counselling."

Creativity is the capacity to generate ideas, solutions, products, or expressions that are both novel (original, unexpected, or non-obvious) and valuable (useful, meaningful, adaptive, or aesthetically effective) within a given context.

John Cuturilio explains the benefits of being creative!

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#funerals #celebrate #JohnWeeksShow #fun  #creativity #success #benefits. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The John Weeks Show Podcast - 2026-8-17 - Program #77
Official Website : <a href="https://johnweekstraveller.wixsite.com/johnweeksshow">https://johnweekstraveller.wixsite.com/johnweeksshow</a>
FEATURE 1
My Latest Podcast Radio Interview : Isla George.&nbsp;
Topic: Why are funerals becoming fun? Are Aussies ditching black, hymns and boring farewells?
https://omny.fm/shows/the-john-weeks-show/the-john-weeks-show-podcast-2026-8-17
Simply move to the time of 0:22:00 to hear this in-depth conversation.
John Weeks, Presenter/Producer/Interviewer
Australians are being encouraged to rethink the way they approach death, with the founders of digital legacy platform My TAP&reg;, My Time and Place, calling for a national movement to democratise dying and give people back the power to decide how they will be remembered.&nbsp;
According to My TAP&reg; founders Isla George and Lisa Wendland, too many funerals bear little resemblance to the person whose life they are supposed to celebrate.&nbsp;
Instead, they have become highly structured, traditional ceremonies that often fail to capture the personality, humour, passions and individuality of the person who has died.
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FEATURE 2
My Latest Podcast Radio Interview : John Cuturilo. Topic: Creativity
https://omny.fm/shows/the-john-weeks-show/the-john-weeks-show-podcast-2026-8-17
Simply move to the time of 0:51:65 to hear this in-depth conversation.
John Weeks, Presenter/Producer/Interviewer
John Cuturilo. He is accredited by the Australian Counselling Association, holding a Bachelor of Psychological Sciences and Graduate Diploma of Counselling."
Creativity is the capacity to generate ideas, solutions, products, or expressions that are both novel (original, unexpected, or non-obvious) and valuable (useful, meaningful, adaptive, or aesthetically effective) within a given context.
John Cuturilio explains the benefits of being creative!
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The John Weeks Show is a two-hour radio program that focusses on social media, science, the environment, self-development, personal achievement, social justice, and other associated areas.

The program addresses these subjects in an honest, sincere and non-sensational way. Each of John’s guests is treated with the utmost respect.

The show features music of many genres (eg ambient, Celtic, electronic, contemporary style of music, 'World', Blues….).

John, a veteran broadcaster on Community radio for 29 years, is a strong supporter of the arts & entertainment scene. Through his radio programs he has promoted established and lesser-known musicians, authors, artists and achievers.

The John Weeks Show is a two-hour radio program that focusses on social media, science, the environment, self-development, personal achievement, social justice, and other associated areas. The program addresses these subjects in an honest, sincere and non-sensational way. Each of John&rsquo;s guests is treated with the utmost respect. The show features music of many genres (eg ambient, Celtic, electronic, contemporary style of music, 'World', Blues&hellip;.). John, a veteran broadcaster on Community radio for 29 years, is a strong supporter of the arts &amp; entertainment scene. Through his radio programs he has promoted established and lesser-known musicians, authors, artists and achievers.

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Official Website : https://johnweekstraveller.wixsite.com/johnweeksshow

FEATURE 1

Podcast Radio Interview : Topic: Water on Mars? - Interview : Professor Paulo de Souza, Deputy Vice-Chancellor Research, Edith Cowan University (ECU)
 
Simply move to the time of 0:50:12 to hear this in-depth conversation.
John Weeks, Presenter/Producer/Interviewer

More than 20 years after NASA's Spirit Rover landed on Mars, Professor Paulo de Souza  from Edith Cowan University (ECU) has uncovered new evidence that suggests water may once have covered large parts of the Red Planet. 

#planetmars #NASA #WaterOnMars #johnweeksshow #SpiritRover 

@3mdr97.1fm

 

FEATURE 2

Podcast Radio Interview : Zac Weeks, a contemporary Australian country / country-rock singer-songwriter

Radio station 3MDR 97.1 FM : The John Weeks Show 

Simply move to the time of 1:25:20 to hear this in-depth conversation.

John Weeks, Presenter/Producer/Interviewer

Zac has built a reputation over roughly the past decade as one of Tasmania’s most engaging live performers, known for energetic shows, authentic storytelling, modern country hooks, and a mix of acoustic and fuller band performances. He is often described as bringing a high-energy, charismatic style to the stage.  

#ZacWeeks #johnweeksshow #countrymusic 

@3mdr97.1fm

 

The John Weeks Show Podcast #75 - 2026-8-3
Official Website : <a href="https://johnweekstraveller.wixsite.com/johnweeksshow">https://johnweekstraveller.wixsite.com/johnweeksshow</a>
FEATURE 1
Podcast Radio Interview : Topic: Water on Mars? - Interview : Professor Paulo de Souza, Deputy Vice-Chancellor Research, Edith Cowan University (ECU) &nbsp; Simply move to the time of 0:50:12 to hear this in-depth conversation. John Weeks, Presenter/Producer/Interviewer
More than 20 years after NASA's Spirit Rover landed on Mars, Professor Paulo de Souza &nbsp;from Edith Cowan University (ECU) has uncovered new evidence that suggests water may once have covered large parts of the Red Planet.&nbsp;
#planetmars #NASA #WaterOnMars #johnweeksshow #SpiritRover&nbsp;
@3mdr97.1fm
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FEATURE 2
Podcast Radio Interview : Zac Weeks, a contemporary Australian country / country-rock singer-songwriter
Radio station 3MDR 97.1 FM : The John Weeks Show&nbsp; Simply move to the time of 1:25:20 to hear this in-depth conversation.
John Weeks, Presenter/Producer/Interviewer
Zac has built a reputation over roughly the past decade as one of Tasmania&rsquo;s most engaging live performers, known for energetic shows, authentic storytelling, modern country hooks, and a mix of acoustic and fuller band performances. He is often described as bringing a high-energy, charismatic style to the stage. &nbsp;
#ZacWeeks #johnweeksshow #countrymusic&nbsp;
@3mdr97.1fm
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The John Weeks Show Podcast - 2026-8-3

The John Weeks Show Podcast - Program 74 - 20260727

FEATURE 1

Interview : Tami Lou Castillo, Author of ‘The Mould Maker’

Interview by John Weeks

Simply move to the time of 0:13:41 to hear this in-depth conversation.

Tami Lou Castillo is a global educator and debut memoirist with nearly 30 years of experience teaching literature, English, writing, and curriculum design in secondary classrooms and universities across the US and Australia. tamiloucastillo.com

Her Book: The Mould Maker
She is the author of the memoir The Mould Maker (published by Hembury Books, released June 19, 2026).  instagram.com

The book is a daughter's story of searching for her authentic father (Connie Beavers), who transitioned to become a trans woman at age 63. It explores themes of unconditional love, family secrets, self-destruction, identity, and acceptance. It has reached #1 on Amazon in categories like Transgender Rights & Expression.

 

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FEATURE 2

Interview : John Cuturillo

Interview by John Weeks

Simply move to the time of 0:49:24 to hear this in-depth conversation.

He is accredited by the Australian Counselling Association, holding a Bachelor of Psychological Sciences and Graduate Diploma of Counselling." 

Topic : Self-Compassion

How important is Self-Compassion?

Self-compassion is highly important — one of the most evidence-based, practical tools for improving mental health, emotional resilience, motivation, and overall well-being. It consistently outperforms or matches alternatives like self-esteem in research, with fewer downsides. 

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FEATURE 3

Interview : Alexander Simons

Interview by John Weeks

Simply move to the time of 1:18:30 to hear this in-depth conversation.

"SURVIVING MENTAL HEALTH: A Story Of Learning To Keep Moving Forward" by Alexander Simons is a autobiographical book focused on personal experiences with mental health challenges.

Deeply personal memoir/reflection. It uses a dual perspective structure — the author revisits different stages of his life while reflecting on his evolving understanding, perception, and coping with mental health issues.
 
Main Themes: Depression, anxiety, the long process of "surviving" and learning to move forward. It emphasizes resilience, self-understanding, and navigating mental illness over time.

“As time went on, I became a little more comfortable around people, forming a small group to grow up alongside. Even then social interactions still made me nervous – it wasn’t avoidance anymore, but a quiet unease’

The John Weeks Show Podcast - Program 74 - 20260727
FEATURE 1
Interview : Tami Lou Castillo, Author of &lsquo;The Mould Maker&rsquo;
Interview by John Weeks
Simply move to the time of 0:13:41 to hear this in-depth conversation.
Tami Lou Castillo is a global educator and debut memoirist with nearly 30 years of experience teaching literature, English, writing, and curriculum design in secondary classrooms and universities across the US and Australia. tamiloucastillo.com
Her Book: The Mould Maker She is the author of the memoir The Mould Maker (published by Hembury Books, released June 19, 2026). &nbsp;instagram.com
The book is a daughter's story of searching for her authentic father (Connie Beavers), who transitioned to become a trans woman at age 63. It explores themes of unconditional love, family secrets, self-destruction, identity, and acceptance. It has reached #1 on Amazon in categories like Transgender Rights &amp; Expression.
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FEATURE 2
Interview : John Cuturillo
Interview by John Weeks
Simply move to the time of 0:49:24 to hear this in-depth conversation.
He is accredited by the Australian Counselling Association, holding a Bachelor of Psychological Sciences and Graduate Diploma of Counselling."&nbsp;
Topic : Self-Compassion
How important is Self-Compassion? Self-compassion is highly important &mdash; one of the most evidence-based, practical tools for improving mental health, emotional resilience, motivation, and overall well-being. It consistently outperforms or matches alternatives like self-esteem in research, with fewer downsides.&nbsp;
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Interview : Alexander Simons
Interview by John Weeks
Simply move to the time of 1:18:30 to hear this in-depth conversation.
"SURVIVING MENTAL HEALTH: A Story Of Learning To Keep Moving Forward" by Alexander Simons is a autobiographical book focused on personal experiences with mental health challenges.
Deeply personal memoir/reflection. It uses a dual perspective structure &mdash; the author revisits different stages of his life while reflecting on his evolving understanding, perception, and coping with mental health issues. &nbsp; Main Themes: Depression, anxiety, the long process of "surviving" and learning to move forward. It emphasizes resilience, self-understanding, and navigating mental illness over time.
&ldquo;As time went on, I became a little more comfortable around people, forming a small group to grow up alongside. Even then social interactions still made me nervous &ndash; it wasn&rsquo;t avoidance anymore, but a quiet unease&rsquo;

The John Weeks Show Podcast - 2026-8-17 - Program #77

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