In this episode I’m joined by someone who needs no introduction in rural Australia – but deserves one anyway. Shanna Whan is a name synonymous with courage, candour and change. From her beginnings on a mountain in Africa, to her role as founder and CEO of Sober in the Country, Shanna’s journey has been anything but linear.

Named Australian of the Year Local Hero in 2022 and more recently awarded an Order of Australia, Shanna speaks with raw honesty about what it means to be an ‘accidental leader’ in one of the most taboo spaces in the bush – alcohol addiction. In this episode, we talk about rural identity, leadership without the ego, the incredible power of speaking up, and how she’s building a legacy far bigger than herself.

It’s real, it’s heartfelt, and it’s a conversation I hope stays with you long after you’ve listened.