Narelle Fraser Interviews

Kate was a leader for much of her 23yr career in NSW Police where decisions she made on a daily basis could mean the difference between someone surviving or dying. If you've ever considered becoming a supervisor, leader or manager in ANY career, you'd do well to listen to Kate & what she's learned works best (& what doesn't!!). Kate was always honest, kind & respectful but not everyone held the same values. Kate loved the majority of time she spent in Policing but it was when she began to feel she wasn't valued as a person, she decided to walk awayKate's book is titled "STAYING KIND IN AN UNKIND WORLD"Kate is the Founder & Director of "THE KIND REBELLION"Kate provides keynotes & workshops on subjects including Leadership Development, Organisational Culture, Ethical Leadership, Psychological Safety & Diversity & Inclusion

Chad Mitchell takes us inside Port Phillip Prison where he shares anecdotes about some of the inmates, some which are household names; Tony Mokbel's special treatment, Julian Knights cell searches, an Outlaw Motor Cycle Gang members 'dust-up' & the young prisoner who paid the ultimate price for bringing drugs into the Prison.

PLS NOTE: THIS PODCAST DISCUSSES EXTREME VIOLENCE & SUICIDE. THINK CAREFULLY IF THE TIME IS RIGHT FOR YOU TO LISTEN Lisa Boaden's childhood was marred by violence by her father who spent time in a mental health hospital. Her mother, like so many women from years gone by, stayed because she had no choice. Lisa is now 57 & can still recall distressing & disturbing incidents which from when she was 5yo. It reiterates the importance of protecting children from harm, both physical & psychological as much as we can because the repercussions can last a lifetime. Lisa shares some insights into the horrendous process of 'shock treatment' her father endured & which she was forced to watch. Domestic Violence was constant in her young life & she has spent a lifetime trying to make sense of it all.Support Services include;BeyondBlue: 1300 224 636DV Connect Women's Line: 1800 811 811Lifeline: 131 1141800 Respect National Helpline: 1800 737 732Suicide Call Back Service: 1300 659 467Sexual Assault Crisis Line: 1800 806 292Casa (Centre Against Sexual Assault) 1800 806 292If you have just been sexually assaulted - ring 000Victims of Crime: 1800 819 817

Katrina takes us through what she learned from her 13yr career with NSW Police, leaving at the rank of Sergeant. Her passion for helping those less fortunate is obvious through roles she's performed since Policing. SONDER is an organisation which provides individualised help & support for those affected by a critical incident in their workplace (this includes Police but also other organisations) & her role as a Forum Sentencing Facilitator was of significant interest to me. Forum Sentencing (managed by NSW Attorney General's Dept) is a restorative justice program which provides alternative sentencing options in local courts. Katrina now runs her own business, Valued Asset Coaching which helps organisations provide better leaders.

Sarah Gibbs story is every woman's worst nightmare. She was walking alone along a designated bush track when she was approached by a stranger. The man made sexually suggestive comments, touched her & then grabbed her wrist. Sarah managed to escape & frantic, rang the Police. Sarah waited 3hrs for Police who then advised her there was nothing they could do. Sarah was gobsmacked. It was only after she uploaded a post on Facebook that Police's response changed.1800 Respect 1800 737 732Victims of Crime Helpline 1800 819 817Community Legal Centres 9652 1501Women's Legal Service Victoria 1800 133 302Victoria Legal Aid 1300 792 387Lifeline: 13 11 14 Text 0477 13 11 14

Vince Hurley had heard enough. He'd sat there in the audience of ABC's Q&A listening to politicians discussing gender based violence & reached boiling point. His 3 minute dressing down of the politicians went viral but he had facts & experience to back up what he was saying. Being a NSW Police Officer for 30yrs & a Criminology Professor, he spoke with conviction & the panel looked like deers caught in headlights. He wanted them to stop the talk & actually do something to address the issue....

PLEASE BE WARNED THIS EPISODE CONTAINS EXPLICIT LANGUAGE & DESCRIPTIONSKirsty Prince was working for Corrections New South Wales as a Junior Corrections Officer when she received a picture on her mobile from her supervisor of his genitalia. The picture was also sent to four children, one being 9yo. He tried the sympathy vote with "Its going to kill my wife, I've been very stressed, it was a mistake or I'll lose my job if you tell anyone". But Kirsty was having none of it. Kirsty believed she'd be supported & the matter would be investigated. It WAS investigated & somehow, Corrections NSW decided to reinstate her supervisor without ever consulting her.Support Services include:Whistleblower Project (protecting & empowering Whistleblowers) @ the Human Rights Law Centre E: admin@hrlc.org.auLifeline: 13 11 14 Text 0477 13 11 14Police: 0001800 RESPECT 1800 737 732Victims of Crime: 1800 819 817Community Legal Centres: 9652 1501Worksafe (Advisor) 1800 136 089

Dr Paquet's Phd was in crime fiction, a natural extension of her passion for true crime which she's held since her early 20's. Dr Paquet's research includes what it is about true crime which attracts women in particular. She provides much food for thought, particularly in relation to the popularity of true crime podcasts. Dr. Paquet has published books, papers & articles about women & crime including articles such as “Seeking Justice Elsewhere: Informal and Formal Justice in the True Crime Podcasts Trace and The Teacher’s Pet.” & “Can victim-survivors of violent crimes find justice through true crime podcasts?”

Upon his release from prison, Richard found integrating back into society difficult due to perceptions of people who'd spent time in prison. He saw ways of educating prisoners by facilitators coming into the prisons, working with the prisoners & & developing relationships with employers. He also realised lawyers have spearheaded some of the biggest social movements in the world & decided that he needed to understand law to be able to change &/or improve the system & people's biases. Its been a long road but Richard had found his niche. .