Welcome back to The Ebbs and The Flows: soft chats about hard stuff.

Rising Australian comedian Bron Lewis joins The Ebbs and The Flows to chat about the rush of live performance, the most challenging periods of her life as a new mother, the changing landscape of alcohol and comedy and so much more on 'The Power of Comedy'.

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Thank you to Chantelle Clark for designs used to promote this episode

Bron speaks candidly about her transition from teaching English and Literature for around a decade to comedy and how an incredibly challenging personal period as a new mum to follow her passion for stand up. We chat about the intersection of comics and addiction, how the scene is evolving and the laborious debate around whether we can joke about stuff anymore. In her raw 'Note To Self', Bron writes to herself as a new mum struggling to find her old self in a sea of uncertainty, anxiety and depression. She also cracks a lot of jokes. As well as her show 'Probably' which received nominations during the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, she recently appeared on Have You Been Paying Attention?

As always, this episode includes segments such as 'A Note to Self', 'Work in Progress' and 'Weird Fishes', and there are so many gems of wisdom that will seep through your headphones and keep you thinking long after you listen.

The Ebbs and the Flows is an emotional health movement focused on openness and transparency about the light and the shade of the lives we led and journeys we encounter. The Ebbs and the Flows is not a licensed mental health service and therefore if you are seeking mental health advice, assessment or treatment, you should seek expert advice with a GP, psychologist, psychiatrist or call Lifeline on 13 11 14.

For The Ebbs and The Flows Instagram page head to https://www.instagram.com/theebbsandtheflows/

To buy tickets to Bron's comedy show on July 15 at Comedy Republic, head to: https://www.comedyrepublic.com.au/event/38:221/38:463/

To check out her local recommendation, just go see comedy shows, particularly at the Comedy Republic!

To watch 'Letters To Anxiety', buy tickets for the Melbourne Documentary Film Festival here at The Nova on the 30th July - tickets here: https://ticketing.cinemanova.com.au/Ticketing/visSelectTickets.aspx?cinemacode=1&txtSessionId=295721

At the end of the day, we are all just a work in progress.

The Ebbs and the Flows is an emotional health movement focused on openness and transparency about the light and the shade of the lives we led and journeys we encounter. The Ebbs and the Flows is not a licensed mental health service and therefore if you are seeking mental health advice, assessment or treatment, you should seek expert advice with a GP, psychologist, psychiatrist or call Lifeline on 13 11 14.

For The Ebbs and The Flows Instagram page head to https://www.instagram.com/theebbsandtheflows/

At the end of the day, we are all just a work in progress.

Welcome back to The Ebbs and The Flows: soft chats about hard stuff.

The Ebbs and The Flows with Jess Sofarnos, actor, writer and director. A conversation revolving around grief, our willingness to love deeply and openly, the joy of creativity and curiosity.

Edited by Tom Harmon
Thank you to Chantelle Clark for designs used to promote this episode

Today's guest is Jess Sofarnos, actor, director and writer, with 'Breaking Up' as one of her most recent credits, a short film about the grief and loss of a relationship about to end. The backstory of her appearance on this podcast is a challenging one. Her mother Sue appeared on a podcast I produced with my father throughout 2017-the start of COVID in 2020 called 'Generation Balme'. Sue and my father Neil got on like a house on fire, both being coaches, mentors and administrators in sport for much of their life. Tragically, Sue died suddenly in 2020, and the outpouring of grief in her community of Williamstown and the ripple effects felt in lacrosse and those who were touched by a special person were felt deeply and painfully. This conversation touches upon grief and loss, but also is a beautiful look at how death brings powerful perspective and leaves the mark of hope and love on a daughter who was incredibly close to her mother and best friend.

As always, this episode includes segments such as 'A Note to Self', 'Work in Progress' and 'Weird Fishes', and there are so many gems of wisdom that will seep through your headphones and keep you thinking long after you listen.

The Ebbs and the Flows is an emotional health movement focused on openness and transparency about the light and the shade of the lives we led and journeys we encounter. The Ebbs and the Flows is not a licensed mental health service and therefore if you are seeking mental health advice, assessment or treatment, you should seek expert advice with a GP, psychologist, psychiatrist or call Lifeline on 13 11 14.

For The Ebbs and The Flows Instagram page head to https://www.instagram.com/theebbsandtheflows/

To Watch Jess' short film 'Breaking Up', head to https://www.nobudge.com/videos/breaking-up

To check out her local recommendation, head here: https://www.instagram.com/backyardstories_/

To watch 'Letters To Anxiety', buy tickets for the Melbourne Documentary Film Festival here at The Nova on the 30th July - tickets here: https://ticketing.cinemanova.com.au/Ticketing/visSelectTickets.aspx?cinemacode=1&txtSessionId=295721

At the end of the day, we are all just a work in progress.

The Ebbs and the Flows is an emotional health movement focused on openness and transparency about the light and the shade of the lives we led and journeys we encounter. The Ebbs and the Flows is not a licensed mental health service and therefore if you are seeking mental health advice, assessment or treatment, you should seek expert advice with a GP, psychologist, psychiatrist or call Lifeline on 13 11 14.

For The Ebbs and The Flows Instagram page head to https://www.instagram.com/theebbsandtheflows/

At the end of the day, we are all just a work in progress.

The first episode of 'The Power of...' series, a focused conversation revolving around a topic which benefits our individual and collective wellbeing.

Edited by Vinnie Petrilli
Video footage by Ty at Third Space Studios
Thank you to Chantelle Clark for designs used to promote this episode

Today's guest is Vinnie Petrilli, the director of 'Letters To Anxiety', a documentary featuring, well, me, and encapsulating the isolating internal and external battle anxiety causes. He is the Founder of Third Space Studios, a video production company at its core function, but also a place for storytelling with a purpose. Our conversation is a frolic into the often avoided jungle of mental health and how stories like 'Letters to Anxiety' are a vehicle for a place beyond stigma into one where we come to a greater understanding of a disorder which deserves our full attention. Vinnie is a gentle, warm and sharply intuitive person which is broadcasted throughout this chat. We speak about storytelling in its rawest and most honest form, his passion for filmmaking, how we should let love be our driving force, along with a bit of enjoyable bullshit along the way.

The Ebbs and the Flows is an emotional health movement focused on openness and transparency about the light and the shade of the lives we led and journeys we encounter. The Ebbs and the Flows is not a licensed mental health service and therefore if you are seeking mental health advice, assessment or treatment, you should seek expert advice with a GP, psychologist, psychiatrist or call Lifeline on 13 11 14.

For The Ebbs and The Flows Instagram page head to https://www.instagram.com/theebbsandtheflows/

To watch 'Letters To Anxiety', buy tickets for the Melbourne Documentary Film Festival here: https://mdff.org.au/films/letters-to-anxiety

or head to The Nova on the 30th July - tickets here: https://ticketing.cinemanova.com.au/Ticketing/visSelectTickets.aspx?cinemacode=1&txtSessionId=295721

To check out the trailer, head to https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=5961009290595208

At the end of the day, we are all just a work in progress.

The Ebbs and the Flows is an emotional health movement focused on openness and transparency about the light and the shade of the lives we led and journeys we encounter. The Ebbs and the Flows is not a licensed mental health service and therefore if you are seeking mental health advice, assessment or treatment, you should seek expert advice with a GP, psychologist, psychiatrist or call Lifeline on 13 11 14.

For The Ebbs and The Flows Instagram page head to https://www.instagram.com/theebbsandtheflows/

At the end of the day, we are all just a work in progress.

The Ebbs and The Flows is a podcast focusing on our emotional and mental health, the struggles and triumphs, the people we love, the ones we’ve lost and the paths we find, the power of activities, communities and little joys. Highlighting the tough conversations, bitter tastes, blue Mondays and gentle hugs and the diverse thoughts, feelings, fears and hopes we encounter along the emotional rainbow.

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Thank you to Chantelle Clark for designs used to promote this episode

This marks the first episode of new podcast series, 'The Ebbs and The Flows'. The Ebbs and The Flows podcast is one part of the brainchild of William Balme, a person with significant lived experience with anxiety and depression, challenging misconception, stigma and the lack of accessibility in mental and emotional health and championing places and spaces for difficult conversations about topics we have avoided in the hope of removing ourselves from discomfort.

In this episode, William takes us through the inspiration for starting a show focused on emotional health journeys. Most notably he details his own mental health challenges and why we need to put a spotlight on mental health.

Website coming soon.

To check out William's documentary in conjunction with Third Space Studio, check out: https://vimeo.com/731931091/744a889566

The conversation in this episode features discussions about mental health struggles. The show is not a licensed mental health service and therefore further information should be taken into account when requiring assistance. For resources relating to seeking help for mental health, consult with a medical practitioner or call Lifeline on 13 11 14.

The Ebbs and the Flows is an emotional health movement focused on openness and transparency about the light and the shade of the lives we led and journeys we encounter. The Ebbs and the Flows is not a licensed mental health service and therefore if you are seeking mental health advice, assessment or treatment, you should seek expert advice with a GP, psychologist, psychiatrist or call Lifeline on 13 11 14.

For The Ebbs and The Flows Instagram page head to https://www.instagram.com/theebbsandtheflows/

At the end of the day, we are all just a work in progress.

Matt LaFontine, founder of Safe Space Mornington and a man who belies expectation of a footy bloke is on a mission for mental health. On October 12, he will be Pulling Up for Mental Health. Join us as we discuss this venture, Safe Space, creating beautiful gardens (metaphorically and physically) and how he counters the notion of what it is to be a 'Footy Bloke' by opening his heart and working hard to be a better man.

On this episode, we navigate the '90 Second Nugget', compile our thoughts on 'Art of The List', wash over our life's journey on 'Me and The World on a Page' and listen to the heartfelt 'Note to Self' from Matt around his toughest challenge during COVID-19 lockdowns several years ago. Matt opens his heart and mind for us on this freewheeling episode of The Ebbs and The Flows.

We back!!!

The Ebbs and the Flows is an emotional health movement focused on openness and transparency about the light and the shade of the lives we led and journeys we encounter. The Ebbs and the Flows is not a licensed mental health service and therefore if you are seeking mental health advice, assessment or treatment, you should seek expert advice with a GP, psychologist, psychiatrist or call Lifeline on 13 11 14.

For The Ebbs and The Flows Instagram page head to https://www.instagram.com/theebbsandtheflows/

At the end of the day, we are all just a work in progress.