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In this episode Kim and Justin speak with Peter - a man who has had an interesting life but deals with waves of depression and mental health issues. We talk to him about his strategies to handle it and we learn all about this fascinating, caring and humble person.

In this episode of Recovering Idiots, we talk about our trip to Tower Hill and how spending time in nature can help calm the body, quiet the mind and give us a chance to breathe. Justin also shares his experience with bowling — hitting a point where he felt completely stuck and wasn’t progressing, and how he eventually found a way to break through that barrier. Sometimes getting unstuck isn’t about pushing harder. Sometimes it’s about slowing down, trying something different and figuring out what works for you. A bit of nature, a bit of bowling, and a reminder that progress doesn’t always happen in a straight line. 🌿🎳

This week Kim chats about her experience as a Peer Worker, what the role actually looks like and why it is so rewarding and the importance of walking alongside people rather than trying to fix them. Tune in and have a listen.

🎙️ **NEW EPISODE OF RECOVERING IDIOTS!****TRIGGER WARNING ⚠️! We discuss sexual assault This week Justin and I tackle some pretty heavy stuff, talking about the recent sexual assault allegations involving a footy club and the bigger issues around power, entitlement, celebrity status and sporting cultureWe have a conversation about how power imbalances can influence behaviour, why sporting celebrities can sometimes be treated differently, and the importance of accountability, consent and challenging cultures that allow s****y behaviour to be normalised.Then we lighten things up and chat about the "Port Fairy Pool Crew" 🏊‍♂️🌊 — and Justin has even created a video to help promote this awesome local group!Heavy conversations, local community, a bit of chaos… basically your usual*Recovering Idiots*. 😂🎧 Trish the Fish! Watch the video! https://fb.watch/J3Gb6GRix4/? Give it a listen and let us know what you think!#RecoveringIdiots #Podcast #Consent #Accountability #SportsCulture #PortFairy #PortFairyPoolCrew #Community #MentalHealth #RealConversations

Episode 25– A Conversation We Need to Have In this episode of Recovering Idiots, Justin and I are joined by Steph for a deeply honest and difficult conversation about sexual assault. Steph talks openly about who she was before the assault, what changed afterwards, and the impact it has had on her life — including living with depression and PTSD and struggling with the everyday demands of being a mum. We talk about the shame, guilt and stigma that can surround sexual assault, and the things people often say or do that can make an already painful experience even harder. Most importantly, we asked Steph: What would you like to see change in the way society talks about and responds to sexual assault? This is a heavy conversation, but it's an important one. We’re grateful to Steph for trusting us enough to share her story, and we hope this episode helps create more understanding, compassion and conversation. ⚠️ Content warning: This episode discusses sexual assault, trauma, depression and PTSD. Please take care of yourself while listening and skip this episode if the subject matter may be triggering for you. If you need support call: 1800 Respect 1800 737 732 or Lifeline 131114 🎙️ Recovering Idiots — real conversations, uncomfortable topics and absolutely no pretending we’ve got it all figured out.

. In today's episode, Kim and Justin talk about their lives and getting back on track getting back to nature and de-stressing their lives

This week on Recovering Idiots, it's just Kim and Justin doing what we do best—going completely off the rails! 😂 We chat about surviving gastro (because apparently that's quality podcast content now), atrial fibrillation, the FIFA World Cup, and somehow manage to make it all make sense... sort of. Then we throw random questions at each other to see how well we actually know one another. The answers range from thoughtful to downright ridiculous, with plenty of laughs, banter, and the occasional overshare along the way. If you enjoy unfiltered conversations, random tangents, and two recovering idiots trying to navigate life one topic at a time, this episode is for you!

🧠 New Episode Alert! This week on Recovering Idiots, we're joined by Pat Groot, a Stroke Liaison Nurse, to unpack what really happens when someone has a stroke. We chat about what a Stroke Liaison Nurse does, what to expect if you're admitted to hospital with a suspected stroke, the different types of stroke and the treatments available, some eye-opening stroke statistics, and the support available for survivors, carers and families. Whether you've experienced a stroke yourself, care for someone who has, or simply want to know the signs and what happens next, this episode is packed with practical information and hope. 🎧 Listen now wherever you get your podcasts, and don't forget to like, follow and share to help us reach more people.

This week, we're joined by Donna for a fascinating chat about the world of tarot. She shares how she got started, what tarot means to her, and how she uses it to support and guide others. We also chat about intuition, spirituality, and curiosity—and to top it off, Donna gives us a live mini tarot card reading! Whether you're a believer, a sceptic, or simply curious, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Check out Donna! Links below https://www.facebook.com/share/1C7nBMiWRF/ https://www.instagram.com/donnathepsychictarotlady

Trigger Warning: this episode contains content on suicide This week on Recovering Idiots, Justin and I sit down with Stu to hear his unique and thought-provoking journey living with schizophrenia. Stu shares how spirituality has played a significant role in his life and recovery, and why he prefers to describe his experiences as archetypal psychosis. We explore what that means to him, the challenges he's faced, how he's learned to navigate his experiences, and the importance of finding meaning and purpose along the way. It's an honest conversation about mental health, spirituality, identity, and seeing the world through a different lens. As always, we approach the topic with curiosity, respect, and a few laughs along the way. 🎙️ Recovering Idiots – real conversations about mental health, recovery, and the stories that shape us.

Trigger Warning: this conversation has themes of suicide and suicide ideation This week on Recovering Idiots, Justin and I sit down with Jimmy to hear his remarkable journey. From serving in the army to navigating the challenges of PTSD, Jimmy shares the impact military life had on his mental health and the obstacles he faced along the way. We also talk openly about Jimmy's experience as a transgender person, what it was like growing up feeling as though he was in the wrong body, and the courage it took to live authentically. It's an honest conversation about identity, resilience, stigma, recovery, and finding the strength to be yourself. A powerful episode about survival, self-discovery, and the importance of being seen for who you truly are. 🎙️ Recovering Idiots – real conversations about mental health, recovery, and the journeys that shape us.

TRIGGER WARNING This podcast contains talk about sexual assault and violence. This week on Recovering Idiots I've got a bone to pick. A story out of South West Victoria that left me absolutely furious. I know trauma doesn't simply disappear and Survivors can carry the impact for years sometimes a lifetime. So when I see stories like this I can't help but ask why does it feel like the victim is left carrying the burden by everyone else moves on . Justin and I talk about the anger, the frustration, the old boys club mentality and the courage that takes for women to speak up when something doesn't sit right. If this episode has triggered you please call Lifeline 131114 or 1800 respect on 1800 737 732 Thank you Kim and Justin.

This week on Recovering Idiots, Justin and I chat about the rise of AI and technology — from robots and the future of artificial intelligence to deep fake videos and how hard it’s becoming to know what’s real online. We also talk about AI and mental health, the impact technology is having on society, and why people like Elon Musk have become the face of this new tech era. A fun, thoughtful, and slightly creepy conversation about where the world might be heading.

This week we talk with Gary who is a Yuibera person from North Queensland (Mackay Area) about surviving a stroke, the shock of having his entire world change, and the emotional toll that came with it. Gary speaks honestly about feeling like “just a number” during his early hospital experience, before finally finding genuine care and connection in rehab. We also dive into the mental health side of recovery — the frustration, identity shifts, isolation, and the determination it takes to keep moving forward. Gary shares the strategies, mindset, and support systems that help him navigate the hard days and rebuild life after stroke. It’s raw, honest, insightful, and full of resilience… with a few laughs along the way because, well, this *is* Recovering Idiots.

Episode 15 is one of our most honest conversations yet. Justin opens up about life after his stroke — relearning how to read, write and speak, and the determination it took to keep going when everything changed overnight. We talk about what it feels like to be stuck in your own head, losing confidence in group conversations, and becoming more introverted while trying to rebuild your identity. But through it all, Justin’s resilience shines through. His mindset, support network, speeches, family, and sheer steely determination helped him fight for every small win. This episode is raw, inspiring, emotional, and a reminder that recovery isn’t linear — but progress is possible.