Sandgropers

No one thinks that a fun game of wrestling with your kids will lead to a cancer diagnosis, but for Chris Walker it was that simple moment of fun shared with family that led him to discover the illness.Listen to discover how this moment of play led to a diagnosis, surgery and chemo in a matter of weeks, and how he navigated this with the birth of his newborn baby girl.A Sandgroper with a truly inspiring story and message, to make sure we all, check our bits!

A star in the newsroom, Tracy Vo has been on our screens bringing her warm, joyful approach to reporting and presenting since 2007.In this tell-all interview Tracy takes us through her time growing up in Perth, the highs and lows of her life and what it's really like when the cameras are off in the newsroom of Channel Nine.Don't miss this incredible story from one of Australia's, and Perth's best talents.

What would you do if your first experience of community was based in a cult? How would that shape your view of the world? In this episode, Sandgroper MJ retells this exact experience and how it shaped her ability to trust.Follow along as she shared her journey unlearning the lessons from the past, practising self-care and discovering how to exist in a world where it can feel like everyone is judging you.From England to Perth, this is her story.

In this gripping episode of the Sandgropers Podcast, we delve into the incredible story of Mark Lloyd, better known as Marksman Lloyd. Emerging from Perth's vibrant music scene, Mark's journey takes an unexpected turn when a life-threatening heart condition and a defibrillator implant collide with his passion for performing. Imagine the shock as that same defibrillator goes off not once, but a staggering 40 times while he's on stage.In the aftermath, Mark is forced to bid farewell to cherished aspects of his life, an experience he describes as a 'tiny death.' Join us as Mark shares his intimate struggle and reveals the profound questions that arose: "Why did God save me?", "Why didn't I die?" These questions propelled him towards a newfound purpose, working with vulnerable youth to channel their healing through the power of music. Immerse yourself in this unfiltered, introspective episode of the Sandgropers Podcast.

When you move from Ardyaloon, a small remote town in Western Australia, to the city, and then eventually to another country, you inevitably will experience moments of severe culture shock.For filmmaker Luke Riches, this was the case, but combined with the pursuit of a basketball dream the journey became more challenging.Listen to the episode of Sandgropers to hear how this courageous man has chosen growth in the face of isolation, disappointment and navigating unexpected situations, and now tells the stories of others with great finesse and impact.

Perth raised Alex Canion is Voyager's killer bassist and has just been on the roller coaster that is the Eurovision Song Contest. He and the band emerged stronger than ever, dropping their latest album, Fearless In Love, which is out now.Come on the journey as he shares how the band prepared for the global stage, along with why he has never left Perth and crucial advice he would have given to his younger self. This latest episode of the Sandgropers podcast will take you on an inspiring journey that will leave you wanting more.

Join us for this compelling episode of Sandgropers as Emma Garlett, a West Australian Newspaper Columnist, lawyer and trailblazing First Nations woman. Emma's narrative unfolds with heartfelt accounts of her parents' sacrifices to secure her access to quality education at a prestigious boarding school in Perth. Emma reflects on the culture shock she experienced and the transformative impact it had on her aspirations and sense of possibility. Emma also delves into her career in law, the systemic racism she has witnessed, and her commitment to creating change through advocacy, her newspaper column and vodcast series 'Paint it Blak'. Tune in as she reveals the power of community, the importance of self-validation, and the advice that propelled her forward.

Join Graeme and Shirley in this heartwarming episode of Sandgropers as they generously share their invaluable insights gained from six decades of marital bliss. They also take us on an inspiring journey, recounting the remarkable tale of how they brought to life the majestic giant cross in Pingelly, leaving a lasting legacy for generations to come.https://www.instagram.com/sandgroperspodcast/