Flynn’s Talk

Flynn's Talk | Ep 6 - Growing up the son of two vets; the role of Headspace

Jesse Greenwood is our special guest this week, he's a psychologist with Headspace - an organisation dedicated to the mental health of young people - and is the son of two vets. Jesse shares a unique insight into what it was like growing up 'out the back' of an animal hospital, the challenges it presented for him & his family and his pathway to helping others with their mental health in his professional life today. Remember, if you or anyone you know is struggling, there is always help available. Lifeline are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on 13 11 14. In an emergency call 000.

Flynn's Talk | Ep 5 - Megan's journey; living with anxiety

Megan Barrow has lived with anxiety for most of her life, and at her worst, couldn't get off the couch or even contemplate leaving the house. Megan is now an R U OK? Ambassador and volunteers her time to help others with their own mental health journey. She shares her story and some tips and practical ways you can help yourself or others who might be struggling. In this episode we do chat about some heavy stuff. Please remember, if you or anyone you know are experiencing a crisis there is always help available. You can contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or in an emergency call 000. A conversation could change a life.

Flynn's Talk | Ep 4 - Talking pets with two vets; double the fun

What's better than two podcast hosts you ask? Four! Jack & Jeremy are joined by Dr Lewis Kirkham & Dr Robbie Anderton from the 'Two Vets Talk Pets' podcast. We jump into the wonderful world of pets, what life is like as a veterinarian during the 'COVID era' and have a go at answering the tough question: why do dogs smell each other's bottoms? It's equal parts fun, silly & serious, with a sprinkling of focused conversation thrown in. Be sure to subscribe so you know when new episodes have dropped! You can also like and follow Flynn's Walk on Facey and the 'Gram.

Flynn's Talk | Ep 3 - Staying connected; helping yourself & others

Jeremy and Jack are joined by Katherine Newton, the CEO of suicide prevention charity R U OK? and Sandy Rea, a practicing psychologist and regular contributor to the Today Show and online channels. How can we stay connected with, and help, family & friends? Is it okay to feel burnt out from zoom meetings? This and much more in Ep 3 of Flynn's Talk. Remember, there is always help available. You can call Lifeline on 13 11 14 or in an emergency call 000. A conversation could change a life.

Flynn's Talk | Ep 2 - The story behind the walk; the start of something special

For episode 2 of Flynn's Talk, Jack and Jeremy are joined by veterinarian Dr Cam Raw to take you back to where this all began. We explain the story of Flynn's Walk, why we decided to walk and talk, and shed some light on the issues that veterinary professionals face. Remember, if you or anyone you know is experiencing a crisis, there is always help available. You can call Lifeline on 13 11 14 or in an emergency call 000. A conversation can change a life.

Flynn's Talk | Ep 1 - Flexible & agile vets; the COVID way of life

In our inaugural episode we are joined by Dr Magdoline Awad (Chief Vet Officer) and Dr James Carroll (Operations Manager, Emergency & Specialist Services) from the Greencross Vets network. How are veterinary staff adjusting to the COVID way of life? Can an animal ventilator really work on a human? Can I catch COVID from a dog? All this, and more, answered in episode #1 of Flynn's Talk.