Stigma Stoppers: Recent Episodes
Todd
Stigma Stoppers looks to stop stigma around individual experiences and to show that everyones experiences are unique.
Todd has spent his whole life in sporting communities and for the last 6 years has been providing mental health and wellbeing education in sporting communities and associations across the world.
These are 7 lessons he has learnt from his time working in the sporting and mental health sector.
Apologies for the sound quality for Tim, we had technical difficulties with the mics
In this episode, we discuss finding purpose post winter sport season, how to identify new purpose in the post season for your chosen sport, how to stay connected to your community in the post season and how to give effective feedback.
In this episode, CEO of OTLR Todd Morgan and National Program Manager of OTLR Tim Cook discuss how a sporting club can go from a good club to a great club.
Working at OTLR, Todd and Tim have overseen 1000 mental wellbeing and culture sessions in over 500 sporting communities to 45,000+ participants.
Their extensive knowledge of sporting communities is shown in this episode to help good clubs become great clubs.
Tim Cook, National Program Manager for OTLR, ran 314.4km in March to raise funds and awareness for the Mates in March campaign. His biggest take aways were the connection, conversations and support he came across during his runs, which were anywhere from 10km a day to 21km a day.
Richo, the man, the myth, the legend. Richmond king, but there is so much more to the man than just footy. Richo talks growing up in Tasmania, the move to Melbourne, his life outside of football and transitioning into life in the media.
In episode 7, we chat to AFL legend Luke Ball, who shares his experience through the AFL system from number 2 draft pick, losing grand finals, drawn grand finals, winning a premiership against old mates and his time in the AFLPA.
In this episode we talk to the amazing Jackie Frangeskakis who stops the stigma surrounding periods, IVF, taking the pill and endometriosis.
Explaining clearly what women go through during their cycles, the effects it has on a woman's hormones and how this can effect her health, this episode is one not to be missed for any man or woman who wants to expand their knowledge to better support their loved ones.
Jack opens up on what his journey has been like stopping drinking for 596 days. He talks about his reasoning to stopping alcohol, the effects it has had on his mental health, physical health and financial health, as well as the support he has from his mates and his partners.
He also talks about which non-alcoholic beer you should avoid and which one you should try.
Ever wondered what playing AFL football in London is like? What about playing AFL in 4 different countries and coaching the Great Britain side?
Paul Blight is a West London Wildcat, originally from Australia who now calls England home. He is also running the London Marathon and for every 20 kudos on his runs on Strava he will donate £5 to go towards prostate cancer UK in honour of his uncle who has been given 6–12 months to live.
Enjoying learning about the mateship when moving to a new country and how football can bring everyone together.
Tim discusses the stigma around leaving a career of 13 years to pursue a passion. Discussing all aspects from the thought process for leaving, discussions with people close to him and resignation, as well as the joy of a holiday with no work stressors.
Andi Hatten chats with the Stigma Stoppers to discuss adult ADHD, her journey, COVIDs effects on her business Legacy Pilates and the community relationships that have been built from adversity.
Join Tim and Todd in the first ever episode for Stigma Stoppers where we provide insight into the journey that will be the podcast and their discussions about nothing.