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Seen

If you can see it, you can be it. But what happens when you look around and nobody looks like you? Seen is an interview podcast that talks to inspirational Australians who have come from under-represented backgrounds and communities, and made astonishing impacts on our culture. Join host Yumi Stynes this season celebrating older women who take risks, show huge courage, resilience, and tenacity to rise to excellence in their third act. Meet pro surfer Pauline Menczer, renowned artist Lindy Lee, community chef Duang Tengritrat and Tiwi Island Sistagirl Crystal Love Johnson, and more.

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Kerryn Harvey: An amputee who refused to let her injury stop her from dreaming big

Kerryn Harvey was living a fit and active life until - in her mid 30s - a tragic cycling accident resulted in the loss of her entire arm. Not one to give up, she found herself starting again, re-learning the basics of everyday life - dressing, walking, and even cycling. Where others might have adjusted to a smaller life, Kerryn instead dreamed bigger, getting back on her bike to achieve international success on the parathletic race track. Now in her third act, Kerryn continues to be an inspiration through her fitness program, bringing together older women looking for ways to be fit, strong and powerful as they head into middle-age and beyond.

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30 min•

16 Apr

Najla Turk: Realising that to be a carer for others, you have to care for yourself

From a young age, Najla Turk had an appetite for learning but was surrounded by people and systems who made her doubt herself. It wasn’t until she married, and started her family, that she realised that she needed to overcome her self doubt, and become the role model she wanted to be to her daughters, and to herself. As Najla pursued her education, she found herself juggling the incredibly difficult 24/7 role of a carer - first for her father, and then her own husband. Using the same tenacity that saw her achieve her education goals, Najla now uses self-care and compassion to be an advocate and role model for other unpaid carers and their needs.

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27 min•

9 Apr

Lindy Lee: Legendary artist coming into her prime at the age of 70

Lindy Lee is one of Australia’s most successful, and revered contemporary artists. However, she wasn’t always the iconic, confident sculptor we know so well today. A child of Chinese migrants, Lindy grew up under the racism of the White Australia policy. It took Lindy many years, and many careers, to finally find her artistic confidence, but once she started down that path she never looked back. Having spent a lifetime building her toolkit and cultivating her curiosity, Lindy feels like she’s only now - in her 70’s - coming into her prime.

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26 min•

2 Apr

Crystal Love Johnson: A trans drag queen icon fighting for the safety and happiness of her Sistagirls

Crystal Love Johnson’s journey has not been an easy one, but it is one of hope, joy and sisterhood. Growing up in the Tiwi Islands, Crystal knew early on that she was female, even if her family and community did not. When she found support among the other women to come out, she realised how important it is for people to truly see you. Going on to become one of Australia’s most iconic drag queen performers, Crystal now uses her position as a wise older woman to provide guidance and mentorship to the younger sistagirls and brotherboys of the Tiwi Islands.

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34 min•

26 Mar

Duang Tengtrirat: Community chef proving you’re never too old to find your place

Inspirational is an understatement when it comes to describing Duang Tengritrat. Born in a small Thai village with no running water or electricity, Duang was an entrepreneurial powerhouse right from the start. With big dreams as her fuel, she fought and won scholarship after scholarship - taking her out of the village to the big city, on to Australia and then the USA. Fighting racism, loneliness and isolation took her to the edge, but thanks to her generous heart, and passion for cooking, Duang has now found the thing she never knew she needed - a true community who embraces her for who she is.

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30 min•

19 Mar

Pauline Menczer: World champion surfer finally getting the recognition she deserves

Pauline Menczer is a women’s world champion surfer who, at the height of her success, went completely unnoticed and ignored - because she didn’t look the part of an ‘Aussie female surfer’. Despite the odds against her, she persevered and, as part of a bold group of female surfers, successfully fought to have women formally and financially acknowledged in major surfing competitions. Today, she is finally getting the recognition and respect that she deserves, continuing to champion the underdogs that are coming up in her wake.

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