Elizabeth is the producer and director of three part audio drama 'The Descent'. She is also the co-founder of independent production company The 7th Wall. For my Season 3 finale, we spoke about how 'The Descent' came to being, as well as the writing process for a podcast series. Episode 1 releases to every podcast platform on Tuesday 25th February 2020, with new episodes releasing monthly. Be sure to subscribe and listen on The 7th Wall's website, on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and any other podcast service for new episodes and behind the scenes content. ------- I don't know when I will be back for new episodes, but you can reach out to me below: Email me at inmelbournelastweek@gmail.com Facebook Twitter Instagram Thank you so much for listening to the podcast, and I hope to bring you more episodes in the future.

Kel is a parkour (free running) athlete and instructor. She currently teaches courses on parkour and other movement based activities for Melbourne In Motion, which aims to be inclusive for anyone in the community who wants to take part regardless of age and gender. We talk about parkour's peaks and troughs in popularity, how an injury inspired Kel to stop being fearful and get into parkour, dispelling the myths about parkour being 'dangerous' like some may think it is, and how free running can strengthen your mind and body. --- Want to say hello? Get in touch! Email me at inmelbournelastweek@gmail.com Facebook Twitter Instagram Listen and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. ---- Like Seinfeld? Listen to my other podcast 'But I Don't Wanna A Secondary Character!', where a friend and I talk about the secondary characters from the show, episode by episode in random order. Listen here or search 'Seinfeld' on your podcast app.

James is a podcaster, economist, hospitality innovator, and music festival owner. He currently hosts the Hospopreneurs podcast where he talks to influential people across the hospitality supply line. You can listen to it, as well as other podcasts on the Aych Media network, wherever you get your podcasts. We talk about his experiences in hospitality, a few challenges that he has faced in the industry, and how he managed to get over 240,000 people to be interested in a small music festival that he promoted on Facebook. You can find out more about the said festival called 'City Bush Doof' here. --- Want to say hello? Get in touch! Email me at inmelbournelastweek@gmail.com Facebook Twitter Instagram Listen and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. ---- Like Seinfeld? Listen to my other podcast 'But I Don't Wanna A Secondary Character!', where a friend and I talk about the secondary characters from the show, episode by episode in random order. Listen here or search 'Seinfeld' on your podcast app.

Esther is a gastric lymphoma survivor (or 'thriver' as she likes to be called), who has been cancer free for over three years. She is using her experiences to create video interviews with other thrivers to share cancer stories. Esther also plans on performing public speaking to Chinese and Chinese Australian communities to destigmatise the concept of cancer, which is still considered taboo in that country. We talk about the triggers which made her go to the specialist for a check up, her diagnosis and treatment, the stigma around cancer in China, and how she has made the most of her 'second life' after her treatment and successful remission (or 'reason for mission', also what she prefers to say). It was a pleasure talking to a fellow thriver like her. --- Want to say hello? Get in touch! Email me at inmelbournelastweek@gmail.com Facebook Twitter Instagram Listen and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. ---- Like Seinfeld? Listen to my other podcast 'But I Don't Wanna A Secondary Character!', where a friend and I talk about the secondary characters from the show, episode by episode in random order. Listen here or search 'Seinfeld' on your podcast app.

***TRIGGER WARNING*** Hey folks, there is a reference to self harm between the 25th and 31st minute of this episode. If you feel that this could affect you or anyone else listening with you, please skip this section, or just skip the episode altogether, I don't mind..... --- Ryan is the co host of movie review podcast Spit and Polish Presents...... Previously he was unemployed for four years before eventually finding casual work. According to Ryan, it wasn't Centrelink that was giving him trouble, it was those who he put all his faith in to help him find employment. We talk about the shocking financial and psychological abuse that he faced with employment agencies, the toll that it took on his relationship and his mental health, and how he was able to find work and get out of this cycle of despair. You can listen to 'Spit and Polish Presents....' wherever you get your podcasts. --- Want to say hello? Get in touch! Email me at inmelbournelastweek@gmail.com Facebook Twitter Instagram Listen and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. ---- Like Seinfeld? Listen to my other podcast 'But I Don't Wanna A Secondary Character!', where a friend and I talk about the secondary characters from the show, episode by episode in random order. Listen here or search 'Seinfeld' on your podcast app.

Ben is an actor, comedian, writer and game designer. He produces, co-writes and acts in the BBC audio comedy series 'Night Terrace' starring Jackie Woodburne (Susan Kennedy from 'Neighbours'). Season Three and a mini-series are due to be released in 2020. He is also the host of 'Pratchat', a book club podcast where he and his co-host review and discuss a Terry Pratchett novel each month. For something more lighthearted for the holiday season, we talked about the late Terry Pratchett, the amount of work it takes to create a series, and how he was able to get Jackie to play the main role in 'Night Terrace'. You can listen to Season 1 Episode 1 of 'Night Terrace' for free and purchase the remaining episodes to support the series here. 'Pratchat' is available wherever you get your podcasts. --- Want to say hello? Get in touch! Email me at inmelbournelastweek@gmail.com Facebook Twitter Instagram Listen and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. ---- Like Seinfeld? Listen to my other podcast 'But I Don't Wanna A Secondary Character!', where a friend and I talk about the secondary characters from the show, episode by episode in random order. Listen here or search 'Seinfeld' on your podcast app.

'The Descent' is a three part Australian audio drama that I will be playing a character in. This psychological thriller centres around Medea, a young woman trying to run from her past and forge a better life for herself. But the past is never far behind. Part 1 of the series, 'Medea', releases in February 2020. Find out more about the series on Facebook and Instagram.. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts , Spotify, on the show page, and anywhere else you get your podcasts for behind the scenes content in the lead up to its release.

Adam and Adam are the hosts of the What You Will Learn podcast. They share the best bits from some of the best books, and interview the world's top authors. We talked in their studio about having the courage to 'step up to the plate', some of the best advice that they have come across in their research for their podcast, and how they have overcome their own adversity. It was a terrific chat and I hope you enjoy it. I'll be having a break over the Christmas week, so Episode 5 of this season will be released on Monday 30th December 2019. Happy Holidays! --- Want to say hello? Get in touch! Email me at inmelbournelastweek@gmail.com Facebook Twitter Instagram Listen and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. ---- Like Seinfeld? Listen to my other podcast 'But I Don't Wanna A Secondary Character!', where a friend and I talk about the secondary characters from the show, episode by episode in random order. Listen here or search 'Seinfeld' on your podcast app.

Chris is a podcaster and audio engineer. He is the host of The History of Australia podcast which is returning in 2020 with new episodes. He is also the producer of some of Australia's most popular podcasts, including She's On The Money, my millennial money, New Normal Project, and Mastering Intensive Care. Chris and I talked about his podcasting experience and his take on the future of the industry, some interesting stories from the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre where he works, and his mental health battle. This is the first time outside of his friendship circle where he opens up about his struggles with depression. --- Want to say hello? Get in touch! Email me at inmelbournelastweek@gmail.com Facebook Twitter Instagram Listen and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. ---- Like Seinfeld? Listen to my other podcast 'But I Don't Wanna A Secondary Character!', where a friend and I talk about the secondary characters from the show, episode by episode in random order. Listen here or search 'Seinfeld' on your podcast app.

Lauren and Elise are dieticians who specialise in assisting oncology patients with their dietary needs. They are the duo behind 'Oncore Nutrition', where they work with cancer patients during the recovery stage delivering tailored nutrition and lifestyle advice to them. We talk about their line of work as well as some foods which are known to increase the risk of certain cancers, among other nutrition related subjects. You can listen to their health and nutrition podcast 'Oncore Nutrition - Two Peas in a Podcast' here or on your favourite podcast app. Big thanks to them and their producer/co-host Drew for having me in their studio! --- Want to say hello? Get in touch! Email me at inmelbournelastweek@gmail.com Facebook Twitter Instagram Listen and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. ---- Like Seinfeld? Listen to my other podcast 'But I Don't Wanna A Secondary Character!', where a friend and I talk about the secondary characters from the show, episode by episode in random order. Listen here or search 'Seinfeld' on your podcast app.

Ashleigh is a domestic violence survivor and host of the 'Empower with Ash' podcast. She speaks to people who have overcome adversity, as well as share her story. As this is a crossover episode with her podcast, we talk about my cancer diagnosis and what I learned during the process, her experiences with domestic violence, and how the right mindset and determination helped her escape her terrible situation. You can listen to 'Empower with Ash' here or on your favourite podcast app. You can also listen to my Season 1 episode (Episode 13) where I talk about my diagnosis and my recovery here. --- Want to say hello? Get in touch! Email me at inmelbournelastweek@gmail.com Facebook Twitter Instagram Listen and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. ---- Like Seinfeld? Listen to my other podcast 'But I Don't Wanna A Secondary Character!', where a friend and I talk about the secondary characters from the show, episode by episode in random order. Listen here or search 'Seinfeld' on your podcast app.

UPDATE: I'll be releasing S03E01 a week earlier on Monday 25th November 2019. Are you looking for a new conversation podcast with some interesting guests? Well, you've found it. My name is Ivan Puggioni, and I am one of the voices from acclaimed Seinfeld podcast 'But I Don't Wanna Be A Secondary Character!'. I am back for Season 3 of 'In Melbourne Last Week', a podcast where I speak to everyday people who do extraordinary things, from Melbourne and everywhere else. This season's main themes include adversity and survival, but there are also some more lighthearted topics to break it up. New episodes release every Monday. You can listen to new and previous episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode. ------- Want to say hello? Get in touch! Email me at inmelbournelastweek@gmail.com Facebook Twitter Instagram

For the Season 2 finale I spoke with 4 people who were involved with the new hit musical to land in Melbourne, 'Come From Away'. This uplifting musical tells the story of the incredible real-life events in the wake of the September 11 tragedy. 38 planes carrying nearly 7,000 people from over 100 countries were redirected to Gander, Newfoundland, almost doubling the population of the remote Canadian town. You can buy tickets to the show here. Sue Frost is the founding member of Junkyard Dog Productions who has helped produce 'Come From Away' since it was on Broadway earlier this decade. Derm Flynn was the mayor of the nearby town of Appleton at the time. He hosted six passengers during 9/11 and was fully involved in the relief efforts that followed. Beulah Cooper was the Treasurer of the ladies' auxiliary for the Royal Canadian Legion in Gander. On 9/11, streams of people were welcomed into Cooper's home for showers. She took people shopping for clothes and helped make food. Bonnie Harris was the manager of the animal shelter in Gander and was the first to venture into the holds of the planes to assist those animals on board the planes (including two rare Bonobo apes). - Are you an everyday person who has an interesting passion, project, hobby, organisation or anything else going on? Want to share your story with the world? Or are you a musician or singer who wants a song of theirs played at the end of a future episode? I'm looking for new guests for Season 3, to be released later in 2019. Email me at inmelbournelastweek@gmail.com Facebook Twitter Instagram Listen and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

Jules is an Australian podcaster and author based in Hong Kong. She is the host of the 'Hong Kong Confidential' podcast, where she interviews people there about their lives, personal journeys and secrets. You can find it anywhere where you listen to your podcasts. Jules has also written a book called 'Fool Me Twice', a memoir where she details the dangers and pitfalls of online dating based on her personal experiences. You can purchase her book as a paperback or eBook on Amazon or on her website www.hongkongconfidential.net We talked about her experiences moving from Adelaide to Hong Kong, some of her favourite things to do there, and a scary experience that she had while she was dating online. ***Some of the content in this episode may impact sensitive listeners, so if you feel affected by anything you hear, please contact your local crisis hotline*** -- Are you an everyday person who has an interesting passion, project, hobby, organisation or anything else going on? Want to share your story with the world? Or are you a musician or singer who wants a song of theirs played at the end of a future episode? Email me at inmelbournelastweek@gmail.com Facebook Twitter Instagram Listen and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

Peter is a co worker of mine with a story that he has not told many people about, he is a refugee who fled Vietnam in the 1980s with his family as a young boy. Peter wanted to bring his story to the world as a form of closure, as well as being able to have something which he can expose to his young children when they are older so they can understand what he went through at such a young age. We spoke about how it took them three attempts to make it out of the country, how he was tortured after being captured after the second try, and what he remembers about his brutal journey to freedom. It's a heart wrenching story, and regardless of your opinion about refugees, Peter's story will shine a light on how difficult it is for a refugee to seek a new life in a safer country. ***Some of the content in this episode may distress some listeners. If you feel that you have been affected by what you have listened to, please contact your local crisis hotline*** After we finished recording, Peter told me about his younger brother named Nguyen Trieu Thien Quang who went missing during one of the trips. He is presumed dead but Peter is hoping that he may still be out there. If you know Quang's whereabouts, please contact me via email or social media below. ----------- Are you an everyday person who has an interesting passion, project, hobby, organisation or anything else going on? Want to share your story with the world? Or are you a musician or singer who wants a song of theirs played at the end of a future episode? Email me at inmelbournelastweek@gmail.com Facebook Twitter Instagram Listen and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

Susannah is an activist, doula, writer and blogger. She was also the victim of 'catfishing' for twelve years, and an earlier childhood incident inspired her in later life to become what she is today. You can read her story and find out more about her here. She also runs a pregnancy website called 'Trimester Talk', an evidence based resource for women during pregnancy, birth, postpartum and baby's first year. Check it out at www.trimestertalk.com We talked about what she has learned on her journey as a mental health advocate, her catfishing experience, as well as her work as a doula. ***Some of the content in this episode may impact sensitive listeners, so if you feel affected by anything you hear, please contact your local crisis hotline*** -- Are you an everyday person who has an interesting passion, project, hobby, organisation or anything else going on? Want to share your story with the world? Or are you a musician or singer who wants a song of theirs played at the end of a future episode? Email me at inmelbournelastweek@gmail.com Facebook Twitter Instagram Listen and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

Josh is based in Sydney and he is the founder of fledgling music podcast network Vibe Machine Media. He was also part of ticket booking website Moshtix before he became National Sales Director for Ingogo, Australia's third largest taxi booking service. He tells me about his journey from Moshtix to Ingogo, what Ingogo is all about, his passion for music (especially album cover art), and why he started Vibe Machine Media. It was a very inspiring conversation and I got quite a bit out of it, I hope you do as well. -- Are you an everyday person who has an interesting passion, project, hobby, organisation or anything else going on? Want to share your story with the world? Or are you a musician or singer who wants a song of theirs played at the end of a future episode? Email me at inmelbournelastweek@gmail.com Facebook Twitter Instagram Listen and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

Premal is a good friend of mine and an RSPCA volunteer. He will be participating in their Million Paws Walk, to be held on Sunday 19th May 2019. Find out more about the event here. He tells me about the what the Walk is about, how his love for animals began in his home country of India, his experiences at a leopard park over there, and his take on the recent animal rights protests held in the Melbourne CBD by a vegan activist group. -- Are you an everyday person who has an interesting passion, project, hobby, organisation or anything else going on? Want to share your story with the world? Or are you a musician or singer who wants a song of theirs played at the end of a future episode? Email me at inmelbournelastweek@gmail.com Facebook Twitter Instagram Listen and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

Michael is a voice over artist who has been active for a few years. What makes his story even more interesting is that he is completely blind. Michael tells me about his tough childhood and the adversity that he had to overcome, as well as how he got into voice over work. He demonstrates how he 'reads' his scripts, and he even throws in some hilarious impersonations for good measure. I got a lot out of Michael's story, and I hope you get something out of it as well. You can listen to samples of his work here. --------- Are you an everyday person who has an interesting passion, project, hobby, organisation or anything else going on? Want to share your story with the world? Or are you a musician or singer who wants a song of theirs played at the end of a future episode? Email me at inmelbournelastweek@gmail.com Facebook Twitter Instagram Listen and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

Max is a radio announcer, sports reporter and commentator originally from Spain. He has reported and commentated on sports in his native language and in English including Australian Rules football, Rugby Union, cricket and A League (Australia's domestic association football, or soccer, competition). He is currently involved in two Channel 31 Melbourne TV shows, 'The AFL Multicultural Football Show' and 'All About A League'. You can find out more about the two shows here. Today's outro track is 'Man on the Moon' by Tasmanian artist Simon Astley. You can find out more about him and his music at https://www.simonastley.co.uk/ --------- Are you an everyday person who has an interesting passion, project, hobby, organisation or anything else going on? Want to share your story with the world? Or are you a musician or singer who wants a song of theirs played at the end of a future episode? Email me at inmelbournelastweek@gmail.com Facebook Twitter Instagram Listen and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.