gwunspoken - Beyond the Plan
gwunspoken: Beyond the Plan
Hear the person beyond the plan.
This podcast is where NDIS participants, families, and supporters reclaim their narrative. We dive into life beyond the diagnosis, beyond the reports, and beyond the plans—exploring identity, strength, and voice.
Whether you're a parent seeking connection, a support worker craving understanding, or someone walking their own NDIS journey, this space is for you.
Because labels don’t define people—stories do.
Episodes
33 episodes
What Do Kids Value Most? Play, Pets, And The Joy Of Simple Days
A simple car ride turned into one of those chats you wish you could bottle. We picked up after school, grabbed Subway, wandered through Rebel Sport to inspect every basketball, and then hit the park—where a scrappy run of 18 kicks in a row felt...
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14:03
Twelve, A Chair, And Big Dreams
A quiet beach, a long bridge, and a kid with a bigger hit than most adults. We sit with a twelve-year-old Indigenous athlete from Bribie Island who speaks with disarming clarity about life in a wheelchair, the rules and thrills of wheelchair ru...
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33:11
Two brothers relive a chilly Melbourne holiday and what it taught them about saving, spending, and saying thanks
Steam, dragons, and sky‑high views—this Melbourne holiday has everything, including the kind of money lessons and family lore that stick. We sit down with brothers Arie and Oscar as they unpack a week that starts on a tram, detours to Puffing B...
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13:01
From Saving Money to Baking Cookies: Arie's Life Updates Before His Melbourne Adventure
Excitement bubbles through every moment of this heartwarming conversation as Arie counts down the final days before his Melbourne adventure. With just three and a half days remaining until takeoff, his anticipation is contagious as he shares de...
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12:04
Mindfulness Works: How Arie Manages School and Life
Ever wondered how children navigate complex emotions and social challenges? In this heartwarming conversation, young Arie shares his excitement about his upcoming Melbourne adventure while demonstrating remarkable emotional intelligence that ma...
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17:57
RC Cars, Friendship, and Mindfulness: A Schoolboy's Journey
Have you ever wondered what the world looks like through the eyes of a schoolchild? Our conversation with Arie offers a rare, unfiltered glimpse into the mind of a young boy navigating the everyday adventures, challenges, and triumphs that make...
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18:54
The Classroom vs The Great Outdoors: A 12-Year-Old's Perspective
Ever wondered what school looks like through the eyes of a 12-year-old with ADHD? In this refreshingly honest conversation, young Liam pulls no punches about why traditional classrooms just don't work for active, hands-on learners like himself....
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39:50
The Inclusion Connection: A Candid Chat with Earnshaw College's Mrs. Speedy
Have you ever wondered what motivates teachers to dedicate their careers to education? This enlightening conversation with Mrs. Speedy, Head of Inclusion at Earnshaw College, offers a rare glimpse into the heart and mind of an educator who's pa...
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16:13
Beyond the Classroom: A Walking Tour of Earnshaw State College
What happens when you hand the microphone to an eight-year-old and let them guide you through their world? Pure magic, as it turns out.Join us for a delightfully unscripted walking tour of Earnshaw State College, led by our enthusiastic...
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22:36
From Cast Nets to Life Lessons: A Riverside Chat with Liam
A chance fishing trip along the Caboolture River becomes a window into the world of 12-year-old Liam, a young outdoorsman whose passion for fishing, camping, and adventure reveals refreshing insights about what truly matters to today's youth.
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12:52
Milkshakes, Playgrounds, and Podcasting with Memphys
Meet Memphy, our delightful young guest who returns to share his unique perspective on life, friendship, and future dreams. Recorded in the Digital Studio at North Lakes Library, this conversation beautifully captures the unfiltered wisdom that...
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17:57
The Secret Life of Ten-Year-Old Memphys
What happens when you give a microphone to a thoughtful, creative ten-year-old boy? Pure magic.Meet Memphys, a Grade 5 student whose refreshing outlook on life might just be the perspective shift you need today. In this heartwarming con...
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32:29
Birthday Reflections and Growing Up
Nine candles on a chocolate crown cake, Lego temples meticulously assembled in record time, and a Minecraft rug positioned perfectly between bed and table - these are the treasures that matter in the world of a newly-minted nine-year-old.
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25:22
Beyond Math: Navigating Life's Transitions Through a Child's Eyes
A child's perspective can transform the ordinary into extraordinary, reminding us of the wonder we often leave behind in adulthood. This refreshingly authentic conversation with Arie reveals how seemingly small experiences can hold immense sign...
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15:34
Reconnecting at School: Arie's Journey
A powerful reconnection unfolds as Arie returns for his second school-based podcast recording, revealing remarkable progress in his educational journey. The conversation captures a genuine moment between mentor and student as they explore Arie'...
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12:30
12-Year-Old Malakai Shares His World: School, Friends, and Chocolate
Twelve-year-old Malakai sits down for his first-ever podcast appearance, revealing the unique perspective of a pre-teen navigating the complexities of growing up in today's world. From the moment he adjusts his headphones and rates his current ...
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29:27
What Happens When School Meets Podcast?
What happens when you set up recording equipment in a school library and sit down with an eight-year-old? Magic, that's what. In this groundbreaking episode, we venture into uncharted territory by hosting our podcast from Arie's sc...
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12:45
A Day with Talitha: Adventures, Fears, and Teenage Wisdom
What does the world look like through the eyes of a confident, thoughtful 13-year-old? Today's adventure with Talitha offers a refreshing glimpse into teenage life that will leave you smiling and perhaps reconsidering your own approach to every...
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17:22
Eight-Year-Old Songbird: Conversations with a Young Podcast Star
Arie, our youngest and most musically gifted guest yet on gwunspoken Beyond the Plan. At just eight years old, this grade three student brings a refreshing perspective and surprising talents to our studio conversation.The moment Arie se...
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15:55
We conquered the jungle place and lived to tell the tale
Surprise adventures create the most memorable moments in childhood, and this spontaneous trip with Brodie proves exactly that. Driving through the city with anticipation building, Brodie kept his eyes faithfully closed until the very last momen...
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3:33
Car Ride Confessions: Navigating the Unknown with Brodie
Have you ever wondered what happens when someone who hates surprises gets taken on a mystery adventure? That's exactly what unfolds in this heartwarming, rain-soaked Saturday morning journey with Brodie and his mentor.The episode captur...
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12:45
Gaming, Donuts, and Life Through a Child's Eyes: An Honest Car Conversation
Ever wonder what real conversations sound like when the studio lights dim and the formal setting disappears? Our drive-time podcast with Arie captures exactly that magic—a relaxed, authentic exchange while we navigate the roads home after a ful...
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