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In this episode of Dear 21-Year-Old Me, with guest Stuart Wenn.

• We go back in time to 1990, when our guest, Stuart Wenn, turned 21, and look at what was happening in the world, and closer to home back then.
  
  
• Stuart talks about his career on and off-field, and what it took to be at top of his 'game' - an Australian Football League field umpire - and how a chat with his school coach was a sliding door moment that set him on the path for umpiring.
  
  
• The discipline, focus, and what a week was like for a professional umpire is covered; so too are Stuart's reflections on what it was like to walk off the MCG that last time after his final of 341 senior games.
  
  
• We ask Stuart what he'd say to his 21-year-old self, and what Stuart at 21 would say to Stuart now.

Suggested reading:
Wenny - a story of commitment, Stephen McBurney, AFL Umpires Association, 2014

Mentioned in the show :
Australia Games 1985 - including the dance routine.

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In this episode of Dear 21-Year-Old Me, with guest Hacia Atherton.

• We go back in time to 2009, when our guest, Hacia Atherton, turned 21, and look at what was happening in the world, and closer to home back then.
  
  
• Hacia talks about how her life was framed by her passion for horses, and how an accident changed her view of the world - and herself - in an instant.
  
  
• We talk about how Hacia literally had to learn how to walk again, and in doing so, decided how she wanted to live her life.
  
  
• Hacia talks about her inspirations, and what she's learned along the way, and her dreams and aspirations for the future.
  
  
• We ask Hacia what she'd say to her 21-year-old self, and what Hacia at 21 would say to Hacia now.

Connect with Hacia

• Hacia Atherton (website)
• Courage Club (website)
• Hacia Atherton (LinkedIn

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In this episode of Dear 21-Year-Old Me, with guest Darcy Milne.

• We go back in time to 2015, when our guest, Darcy Milne, turned 21, and look at what was happening in the world, and closer to home back then.
  
  
• Darcy talks about his career on and off-air, and how he cut a deal with his school principal that saw him eventually work on one of Australia's top radio shows - and then, why he left it, and what he loves about what he's doing.
  
  
• We talk about how Darcy met his now-wife Emily and how that played out - literally across Australia on-air.
  
  
• Darcy talks about his mentors, his inspirations, and what he's learned along the way.
  
  
• We ask Darcy what he'd say to his 21-year-old self, and what Darcy at 21 would say to Darcy now.

Mentioned in the show

• Dom Evans' interview with Darcy (podcast)
• Cathrine Mahoney interview with Darcy (podcast)
• Nova - Kate, Tim & Joel (Nova website)
• Interview with Cassie Kirstingham (blog)
• Sea FM (now Hit) Central Coast (station website)

Connect with Darcy Milne

• Pro Podcast Production website
• Darcy Milne on LinkedIn

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In this episode of Dear 21-Year-Old Me, with guest Doug Weller.

• We go back in time to 1977, when our guest, Doug Weller, turned 21, and look at what was happening in the world, and closer to home back then.
  
  
• Doug reflects on his experiences growing up in Queensland, and how he took some chances that came his way and ended up in regional radio.
  
• We talk about how Doug backed himself and forged a career in journalism including as a foreign correspondent and his time reporting from the US during a period of profound change.
  
  
• Doug looks back on his life and the decisions he's made that have changed his - and his family's life - including welcoming his two great children and guiding them as they've grown.
  
  
• Doug talks about sticking to his principles, being true to yourself, and what he's learned along the way professionally and personally.
  
  
• We ask Doug what he'd say to his 21-year-old self, and what Doug at 21 would say to Doug now.

Mentioned in the show

• Doug presenting ABC Victoria 7pm TV news bulletin (YouTube)

Connect with Doug Weller

• Corporate Media Services' bio of Doug
• Doug Weller (LinkedIn)
• Doug Weller (Twitter)

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In this episode of Dear 21-Year-Old Me, with guest Katherine Rich.

• We go back in time to 1988, when our guest, Katherine Rich, turned 21, and look at what was happening in the world, and closer to home back then.
  
  
• Katherine reflects on her experiences growing up in Dunedin, New Zealand, and then how she eventually got involved in politics.
  
• We talk about how Katherine approached some significant public policy debates during her time in Parliament and how she stayed true to her principles.
  
  
• Katherine looks back on her parliamentary career, including being a mother in Parliament, and her leadership lessons from her time during Parliament and since then as an industry association CEO.
  
  
• Katherine talks about her mentors, her inspirations, and what she's learned along the way, and why she went back and did more study.
  
  
• We ask Katherine what she'd say to her 21-year-old self, and what Katherine at 21 would say to Katherine now.

Mentioned in the show

• New Zealand Herald 2008 piece on Katherine (article)
• Pravda Cafe (website)
• How are New Zealand MPs elected (website)
• Katherine's rollerskating account (see she_speeds on Instagram)

Connect with Katherine Rich

• Katherine on Twitter

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In this episode of Dear 21-Year-Old Me, with guest Russell Dixon.

• We go back in time to 1996, when our guest, Russell Dixon, turned 21, and look at what was happening in the world, and closer to home back then.
  
  
• Russell reflects on his experiences growing up in Dunedin, New Zealand, and then he eventually got involved in the world of entertainment.
  
• We talk about how Russell's leadership style on and off stage has evolved, and Russell and Jeremy share reflections on some of the lessons from a show they were in together.
  
  
• Russell looks back on his career, including having worked overseas, and his leadership lessons from his time during a two-year show run.
  
  
• Russell talks about his sense of optimism, what he teaches about leadership, and what he's learned along the way.
  
  
• We ask Russell what he'd say to his 21-year-old self, and what Russell at 21 would say to Russell now.

Connect with Russell Dixon

• Russell on LinkedIn
• Russell's website
• Russell on Facebook

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In this episode of Dear 21-Year-Old Me, with guest Michael Manthorpe PSM

• We go back in time to 1984, when our guest, Michael Manthorpe, turned 21, and look at what was happening in the world, and closer to home back then.
  
  
• Michael reflects on his experiences growing up in Queensland, and how then he eventually joined the Australian Public Service.
  
• We talk about how Michael's leadership style evolved, and the importance of curiosity.
  
  
• Michael looks back on his career and his personal leadership lessons from his public service career.
  
  
• We ask Michael what he'd say to his 21-year-old self, and what Michael at 21 would say to himself now.

Mentioned in the show

• Transcript from Michael's comments at an IPAA ACT event, 21 December 2021
• Sunday in the Park with George musical cast recording

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In this episode of Dear 21-Year-Old Me, with guest Craig Norenbergs

• We go back in time to 1989 when our guest, Craig Norenbergs, turned 21, and look at what was happening in the world, and closer to home back then.
  
  
• Craig reflects on his experiences growing up in Canberra.
  
  
• We talk about how Craig's leadership style has evolved, and the importance of humility.
  
  
• Craig reflects on how he got his start in the media, driving across two states to try and do so, and how literally a 'break' was the break he needed to get into the media.
  
  
• Craig talks about the day he was at work, the phone rang, and on the other end was Kerry Packer.
  
  
• Craig looks back on his career and his personal leadership lessons, including what it has been like living overseas including in New Zealand.
  
  
• We ask Craig what he'd say to his 21-year-old self, and what Craig at 21 would say to himself now.

Mentioned in the show

Eddie Norenbergs (Craig's Dad)'s story on how he and his family came to Australia
CTC 7 Canberra promo, 1986
TEN Capital News, December 1988
The Breeze, New Zealand radio station promo
Scruff Lovely (Canberra band) - Canberra Times article 1994

Craig on Twitter

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