Speak Up & Engage

Greta Thunberg has been prolific on Social Media and traditional media spreading a message of Climate Change.

Which side of the fence are YOU sitting on? Do you agree or disagree? There is an argument for both sides and today, our hosts Toby, Laura and Bridget dive deep into what Climate Change is, how we do our part and why it’s a problem.

Our Toby isn’t so convinced and recommends that we all do our own research on the subject s...

As part 3 of a 4 part series on Cyberbullying, our hosts interview the head of Education for Bully Zero, Katie Govic (bullyzero.org.au)

In this episode, we talk about the perspective of the bully. We discuss what it means to be a bully, how to take responsibility and how to support those that are doing the bullying. There is a psychology that is problematic. In conjunction with the Queensland Government initiative to raise awarene...

As part 2 of a 4 part series on Cyberbullying, our hosts interview the head of Education for Bully Zero, Katie Govic (bullyzero.org.au)

In this episode, we focus on the victim in the Cyberbullying equation. How to support someone being bullied, how to recognise if someone is being bullied and how to handle being cyberbullied yourself.

Katie Govic explains the issues and provides some tangible tips to creating change for everyone af...

The Speak Up and Engage Podcast started with the intention of educating the younger generations about health, vitality, wellness and the prevention of depression, suicide and anxiety and it makes so much sense that we bring a special focus to Cyberbullying as a part of this education process.

As a four-part series backed by the QLD state government initiative of Cyberbullying Awareness, the team at Spirit Hive (www.spirithive.org),...

Statistics are showing that more and more of our youth are experiencing loneliness in a world where we are surrounded by so many people!

Is it because we are living in an era of technology instead of socialisation?

Have we prioritising work overplay?

These are the BIG questions our hosts’ answer that lead to disconnection and feelings of loneliness. We can do something about it if we become aware of our habits and behaviours. We a...

Our three hosts, Toby, Bridget and Laura took the stage to share with 200 people on the Sunshine Coast the message of health, wellness and mental health for our youth!!

The Wellness Couch hosted the Wellness Basecamp last week and the hosts talk all things health from air-pods to water and frying pans!! From organic to high fat breads and the importance of prioritising health and wellness above everything else!

This show is a real ...

This week, our hosts Toby, Bridget and Laura talk all things money!!

Do you blow every cent you have or do you try to save some of it? Do you even have a savings plan?

That Smashed Avo on a Saturday morning with friends can be super expensive and it’s all about what your priorities are.

What do you know about money? In this show we talk about making it, saving it, spending it and sharing it!! There is a strategy when it comes to m...

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This week, our hosts, Toby, Bridget and Laura chat to Carren Smith, the Founding Director of Spirit Hive and Producer of the Speak Up and Engage Podcast show about depression, anxiety and suicide.

Is depression really depression or is it just being a bit sad? How do we know the difference and how can we help? What is anxiety, what is melanc...

Part 1 of a 2 part series:

On this week’s show, our hosts Toby, Bridget and Laura interview the founding Director of Spirit Hive and the Producer of this podcast show, Speak Up and Engage.

With a really colourful and ‘adventurous’ past and background, Carren talks about why she wanted to start the show, her own battle with suicide and how making a difference in the lives of others literally saved her own life.

Thought-provoking, a ...

What do you do to get outside and experience the gifts of nature?

Have you ever heard of Biophilia Hypothesis? The hosts explore all the BIG topics with the BIG words!! LOL!!

Biophilia is our natural and innate need to connect to nature in order to recharge, so strap yourself in as Bridget, Toby and Laura talk about getting focused and getting your ‘fix’ of all things natural!

Ride, walk, Yoga, beaches, mountains, fun, play and enj...

What did you think about your time at school? Are we prepared well enough by the education system?

What is missing? Do we need to improve what we are teaching our kids? Hear from the kids perspective what they learned. It’s not just the subject of Maths, it’s about problem-solving. English is not just about language, it’s about communication. Science isn’t just about experiments, it’s about lateral thinking….

Tune in to hear from B...

If you have to track your time on Social Media, what would be your stats?

This week our hosts explore everything related to Instagram, Facebook and other platforms that are currently occupying the space and time of our youth.

Is Social Media a good thing? Is it a time waster? Or is it a way to stay connected in this busy world we live in?

You decide and let us know your thoughts on our Facebook Page, www.facebook.com/speakupengage

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There is so much hype these days about going to the gym to keep fit and healthy. What do you think about it all? Crossfit, F45, Snap, Fitness First, Jetts….. Is this a craze or is it something we should be paying attention to?

Are you someone who likes to take advantage of the great outdoors or do you prefer weights?

Check-in as our amazing show hosts explore strength and fitness from every angle!

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Whoo Hooo!!! This week our show hosts, Laura, Toby and Bridget chat with Sunshine Coast Lightning Netball team members, Laura Scherian and Annika Jones!!

It’s so inspiring to chat to two absolute legends in their field who have followed their passion all the way to the top! Imagine being paid to do something you love and be supported by experts, friends, and family!!

If you’ve ever aspired to achieve great things in your life THIS...

We are so excited to welcome the incredibly talented Laura Pettigrew as the newest host to the Speak Up and Engage team. Both Toby and Bridget interview Laura to discover her amazing journey to the age of 21 and crack up laughing to one of Laura’s funniest and whackiest moments especially facilitating a ‘baby race’ as a promotional event in her role at a local radio station!

We are thrilled to have Laura join us here at Speak Up an...

Our amazing Toby has interviewed our new host Bridget Kelly like a champion!

Bridget shares her background, life story and why she’s so excited to be a part of the Speak Up and Engage show!

You’re going to LOVE LOVE LOVE  this episode as we bring you high vibes, great energy and a really fun and engaging show!! Welcome to the future of Speak Up and Engage! and Welcome Bridget Kelly. Next week, you’re going to meet the incredible La...

Wow, there are some awesome relationships that start when we are at school and there are also some of the most heartbreaking times as we explore our first loves and first encounters of adulthood.

Today our podcasters explore if teenage relationships are a good thing or if they are a road to self-destruction?

Do you keep your friends? What do you sacrifice to have the kind of relationship you dream of? What are your boundaries, stan...

Why is Self-love and self care so vital for our growth?

Have we grown up in a societal culture that doesn’t teach us to treat ourselves with care? Have we grown up without the skills to handle our own emotions and to care and nurture ourselves instead of looking to others to do it for us?

Our Podcast hosts tackle THE BIG question of self-love and what it really means. It’s not just about being kind to yourself or other people being...

Meditation, mindfulness and changing the world…. That’s what is waiting for you in this weeks episode of Speak Up and Engage. What is meditation anyway? How does a 15-year-old boy meditate? What changes when you’re 19 or 21? Listen in as our hosts explore their own personal relationships to meditation and mindfulness and how they Listen In

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