Episodes

  • Episode 55 - Rosie Skene

    Episode 55 - Rosie Skene
    Jul 22 2025
    Ever had something tiny — like a broken TV cable — feel like the thing that completely breaks you? In this solo episode, Rosie shares a personal story from her solo parenting days, the moment she realised stress and burnout were taking over, and how yoga, breathwork, and mindfulness became her lifeline. This isn’t about replacing therapy or medication, but about adding tools that help you feel human again. Plus, a calming 2-minute reset you can try right now. Content Warning ** Due to the nature of this Podcast and the discussions that I have with Guests, I feel it's important to underline that there may be content within the episodes that have the potential to cause harm. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is struggling, please contact one of the services below for support. Find Rosie Skene: Website K Fit World Article Learn more about the First Responder Mental Wellness Method Instagram Facebook LinkedIn Join our private Facebook Group - First Responder & Veteran Mental Wellness To keep up to date and get weekly emails from me - Newsletter Roll With The Punches Podcast Episode 820 Everyday Warriors Podcast Episode 16 Emerge & See Podcast Episode 12 Mental Health Resources: 000 - Concerns for someone's immediate welfare, please call 000 (Australia) RUOK? - Resources https://www.ruok.org.au/every-day-resources LIFELINE, Crisis Support & Suicide Prevention - 13 11 14 - https://www.lifeline.org.au/ Beyond Blue - 1300 224 636 - https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ 1800 Respect, Domestic, Family & Sexual Violence Counselling - 1800 737 732 -https://www.1800respect.org.au/ Suicide Call Back Service, 24hr free video & online counselling - 1300 659 467 -https://www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au/ Blue Knot, Empowering Recovery from Complex Trauma - 1300 650 380 - https://blueknot.org.au/ Head Space, National Youth Mental Health Foundation - https://www.headspace.com/ Black Dog Institute - https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/ Kids Helpline (24/7, for youth 5-25) 1800 55 1800 - https://kidshelpline.com.au/ Support line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples - 13 YARN (24/7) 13 92 76 - https://www.13yarn.org.au/ MensLine (24/7) 1300 78 99 78 - https://mensline.org.au/ QLife (3pm-midnight) 1800 184 527 - Anonymous, free LGBTI support - https://qlife.org.au/
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    28 mins
  • Episode 54 - Greg Dean

    Episode 54 - Greg Dean
    Jul 14 2025
    Senior Sergeant Greg Dean has turned some of the toughest moments on the job—investigating hundreds of fatal collisions and feeling the weight of compassion fatigue—into a heartfelt drive for real change in police mental health. After steering Welfare Services and earning a Churchill Fellowship, he’s pushed through early‑intervention legislation, launched Victoria’s first residential wellbeing retreats for emergency services, and created a family wellbeing guide that lands in the inbox of every new recruit’s next of kin. . In this episode, you’ll hear Greg’s honest stories, practical tips on peer support, and why asking for help is a sign of strength. Don’t forget to visit the show notes for links to the Employee Assistance Program, peer networks, Greg’s Churchill report, and more. ** Content Warning ** Due to the nature of this Podcast and the discussions that I have with Guests, I feel it's important to underline that there may be content within the episodes that have the potential to cause harm. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is struggling, please contact one of the services below for support. Find Rosie Skene: Website K Fit World Article Learn more about the First Responder Mental Wellness Method Instagram Facebook LinkedIn Join our private Facebook Group - First Responder & Veteran Mental Wellness To keep up to date and get weekly emails from me - Newsletter Roll With The Punches Podcast Episode 820 Everyday Warriors Podcast Episode 16 Emerge & See Podcast Episode 12 Find Greg Dean Linked In Family Guide ESF Podcast Ep - Greg and his Family. Residential Wellbeing Program Emergency Services Foundation (ESF) Churchill Report ESF Scholarship Report Mental Health Resources: 000 - Concerns for someone's immediate welfare, please call 000 (Australia) RUOK? - Resources https://www.ruok.org.au/every-day-resources LIFELINE, Crisis Support & Suicide Prevention - 13 11 14 - https://www.lifeline.org.au/ Beyond Blue - 1300 224 636 - https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ 1800 Respect, Domestic, Family & Sexual Violence Counselling - 1800 737 732 -https://www.1800respect.org.au/ Suicide Call Back Service, 24hr free video & online counselling - 1300 659 467 -https://www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au/ Blue Knot, Empowering Recovery from Complex Trauma - 1300 650 380 - https://blueknot.org.au/ Head Space, National Youth Mental Health Foundation - https://www.headspace.com/ Black Dog Institute - https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/ Kids Helpline (24/7, for youth 5-25) 1800 55 1800 - https://kidshelpline.com.au/ Support line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples - 13 YARN (24/7) 13 92 76 - https://www.13yarn.org.au/ MensLine (24/7) 1300 78 99 78 - https://mensline.org.au/ QLife (3pm-midnight) 1800 184 527 - Anonymous, free LGBTI support - https://qlife.org.au/
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    1 hr and 24 mins
  • Episode 53 - Melissa Smith

    Episode 53 - Melissa Smith
    Jul 7 2025
    This week Rosie chats with long-time mate and former Police Officer Mel Smith, who opens up about the rollercoaster ride that followed her PTSD diagnosis in 2021. From life in the force starting at just 18, raising three kids while juggling the demands of frontline work, to navigating multiple hospital stays and the emotional chaos of identity loss — Mel shares it all. She talks about what it’s really like to leave a career that shaped your entire adult life, the messy middle of healing, and how her podcast Mad Mel’s Mic became both a lifeline and a way to help others feel less alone. We cover parenting while broken, hospital admissions, the reality of weight gain and mental illness, and why radical honesty is the most powerful tool in recovery. Mel doesn’t sugarcoat a thing — and that’s exactly why this episode hits so hard. It’s one for every woman who’s ever felt like she was falling apart, every former first responder trying to find their footing, and anyone needing the reminder that healing doesn’t have to be polished to be powerful. ⚠️ Language warning & capacity note: This episode includes strong language and vulnerable themes. Please take care while listening. ** Content Warning ** Due to the nature of this Podcast and the discussions that I have with Guests, I feel it's important to underline that there may be content within the episodes that have the potential to cause harm. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is struggling, please contact one of the services below for support. Find Rosie Skene: Website K Fit World Article Learn more about the First Responder Mental Wellness Method Instagram Facebook LinkedIn Join our private Facebook Group - First Responder & Veteran Mental Wellness To keep up to date and get weekly emails from me - Newsletter Find Melissa Smith Podcast Facebook Mental Health Resources: 000 - Concerns for someone's immediate welfare, please call 000 (Australia) RUOK? - Resources https://www.ruok.org.au/every-day-resources LIFELINE, Crisis Support & Suicide Prevention - 13 11 14 - https://www.lifeline.org.au/ Beyond Blue - 1300 224 636 - https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ 1800 Respect, Domestic, Family & Sexual Violence Counselling - 1800 737 732 -https://www.1800respect.org.au/ Suicide Call Back Service, 24hr free video & online counselling - 1300 659 467 -https://www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au/ Blue Knot, Empowering Recovery from Complex Trauma - 1300 650 380 - https://blueknot.org.au/ Head Space, National Youth Mental Health Foundation - https://www.headspace.com/ Black Dog Institute - https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/ Kids Helpline (24/7, for youth 5-25) 1800 55 1800 - https://kidshelpline.com.au/ Support line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples - 13 YARN (24/7) 13 92 76 - https://www.13yarn.org.au/ MensLine (24/7) 1300 78 99 78 - https://mensline.org.au/ QLife (3pm-midnight) 1800 184 527 - Anonymous, free LGBTI support - https://qlife.org.au/
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    57 mins
  • Episode 52 - Jess Wilson

    Episode 52 - Jess Wilson
    Jun 30 2025
    I’m honored to chat with Jess Wilson—a nutritionist, speaker, and a powerful voice for healing through holistic health. Jess courageously shares her deeply personal journey of being repeatedly dismissed by the medical system while watching her two sons suffer from chronic illness. Her story is one of resilience, fierce love, and unwavering faith in her own intuition. Through years of struggle, Jess discovered how food became not just nourishment, but a lifeline—a way to heal her family’s body and soul when nothing else seemed to work. Together, we gently explore: The profound connection between trauma, stress, and gut health How food can become a compassionate daily act of self-care and empowerment Simple, realistic nutrition guidance tailored for first responders and shift workers facing unique challenges Honest truths about protein, fiber, hormones, and navigating the complexities of perimenopause What it truly means to take radical responsibility for your own healing, even when the path feels overwhelming If you’re on your own healing journey, caring for someone who is, or longing to reconnect with your body and inner wisdom, this conversation is filled with heartfelt insights, gentle encouragement, and real hope. ** Content Warning ** Due to the nature of this Podcast and the discussions that I have with Guests, I feel it's important to underline that there may be content within the episodes that have the potential to cause harm. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is struggling, please contact one of the services below for support. Find Rosie Skene: Website Learn more about the First Responder Mental Wellness Method Instagram Facebook LinkedIn Join our private Facebook Group - First Responder & Veteran Mental Wellness To keep up to date and get weekly emails from me - Newsletter Roll With The Punches Podcast Episode 820 Everyday Warriors Podcast Episode 16 Emerge & See Podcast Episode 12 Find Jess Wilson: Website Instagram Work With Jess Chief Products Discount Code: JESSW10 Mental Health Resources: 000 - Concerns for someone's immediate welfare, please call 000 (Australia) RUOK? - Resources https://www.ruok.org.au/every-day-resources LIFELINE, Crisis Support & Suicide Prevention - 13 11 14 - https://www.lifeline.org.au/ Beyond Blue - 1300 224 636 - https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ 1800 Respect, Domestic, Family & Sexual Violence Counselling - 1800 737 732 -https://www.1800respect.org.au/ Suicide Call Back Service, 24hr free video & online counselling - 1300 659 467 -https://www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au/ Blue Knot, Empowering Recovery from Complex Trauma - 1300 650 380 - https://blueknot.org.au/ Head Space, National Youth Mental Health Foundation - https://www.headspace.com/ Black Dog Institute - https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/ Kids Helpline (24/7, for youth 5-25) 1800 55 1800 - https://kidshelpline.com.au/ Support line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples - 13 YARN (24/7) 13 92 76 - https://www.13yarn.org.au/ MensLine (24/7) 1300 78 99 78 - https://mensline.org.au/ QLife (3pm-midnight) 1800 184 527 - Anonymous, free LGBTI support - https://qlife.org.au/
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    52 mins
  • Episode 51 - Paul Milne

    Episode 51 - Paul Milne
    Jun 23 2025
    Rosie speaks with former NT Police Sergeant, mental health advocate, and author Paul Milne to talk about trauma, recovery, and the healing power of connection. Paul shares openly about the years he spent policing in remote Indigenous communities, the toll it took on his mental health, and the moment it all came crashing down. He talks candidly about his experience with PTSD, the lack of support after leaving the job, and the stigma that surrounds psychological injury—especially for men in uniform. But this episode is also full of hope. Paul shares the many tools he’s explored in his recovery—journaling, breathwork, yoga, EMDR, surfing, cold water immersion, and more—and how he came to believe that healing is possible, even after hitting rock bottom. Now the Chair of Lived Experience Australia, a Beyond Blue ambassador, and the author of The Urgent Connection, Paul is using his voice to advocate for change and help others feel less alone. ** Content Warning ** Due to the nature of this Podcast and the discussions that I have with Guests, I feel it's important to underline that there may be content within the episodes that have the potential to cause harm. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is struggling, please contact one of the services below for support. Find Rosie Skene: Website Learn more about the First Responder Mental Wellness Method Instagram Facebook LinkedIn Join our private Facebook Group - First Responder & Veteran Mental Wellness To keep up to date and get weekly emails from me - Newsletter Roll With The Punches Podcast Episode 820 Everyday Warriors Podcast Episode 16 Emerge & See Podcast Episode 12 Find Paul Milne: Website & Book LinkedIn Mental Health Resources: 000 - Concerns for someone's immediate welfare, please call 000 (Australia) RUOK? - Resources https://www.ruok.org.au/every-day-resources LIFELINE, Crisis Support & Suicide Prevention - 13 11 14 - https://www.lifeline.org.au/ Beyond Blue - 1300 224 636 - https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ 1800 Respect, Domestic, Family & Sexual Violence Counselling - 1800 737 732 -https://www.1800respect.org.au/ Suicide Call Back Service, 24hr free video & online counselling - 1300 659 467 -https://www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au/ Blue Knot, Empowering Recovery from Complex Trauma - 1300 650 380 - https://blueknot.org.au/ Head Space, National Youth Mental Health Foundation - https://www.headspace.com/ Black Dog Institute - https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/ Kids Helpline (24/7, for youth 5-25) 1800 55 1800 - https://kidshelpline.com.au/ Support line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples - 13 YARN (24/7) 13 92 76 - https://www.13yarn.org.au/ MensLine (24/7) 1300 78 99 78 - https://mensline.org.au/ QLife (3pm-midnight) 1800 184 527 - Anonymous, free LGBTI support - https://qlife.org.au/
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    46 mins
  • EPISODE 50: A Little Help From My Friends

    EPISODE 50: A Little Help From My Friends
    Jun 9 2025
    EPISODE 50: A Little Help From My Friends I never imagined reaching 50 episodes — but here we are! 🎉 This bonus episode is a celebration, a reflection, and a thank you. With a little help from some familiar voices, we mark the moments, the growth, and the laughs along the way. Thank you for being part of this journey. Let’s celebrate together. ** Content Warning ** Due to the nature of this Podcast and the discussions that I have with Guests, I feel it's important to underline that there may be content within the episodes that have the potential to cause harm. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is struggling, please contact one of the services below for support. Find Rosie Skene: Website Learn more about the First Responder Mental Wellness Method Instagram Facebook LinkedIn Join our private Facebook Group - First Responder & Veteran Mental Wellness To keep up to date and get weekly emails from me - Newsletter Roll With The Punches Podcast Episode 820 Everyday Warriors Podcast Episode 16 Emerge & See Podcast Episode 12 Mental Health Resources: 000 - Concerns for someone's immediate welfare, please call 000 (Australia) RUOK? - Resources https://www.ruok.org.au/every-day-resources LIFELINE, Crisis Support & Suicide Prevention - 13 11 14 - https://www.lifeline.org.au/ Beyond Blue - 1300 224 636 - https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ 1800 Respect, Domestic, Family & Sexual Violence Counselling - 1800 737 732 -https://www.1800respect.org.au/ Suicide Call Back Service, 24hr free video & online counselling - 1300 659 467 -https://www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au/ Blue Knot, Empowering Recovery from Complex Trauma - 1300 650 380 - https://blueknot.org.au/ Head Space, National Youth Mental Health Foundation - https://www.headspace.com/ Black Dog Institute - https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/ Kids Helpline (24/7, for youth 5-25) 1800 55 1800 - https://kidshelpline.com.au/ Support line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples - 13 YARN (24/7) 13 92 76 - https://www.13yarn.org.au/ MensLine (24/7) 1300 78 99 78 - https://mensline.org.au/ QLife (3pm-midnight) 1800 184 527 - Anonymous, free LGBTI support - https://qlife.org.au/
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    25 mins
  • Episode 50 - Carmen Butcher

    Episode 50 - Carmen Butcher
    Jun 2 2025
    LANGUAGE WARNING -VERY EXPLICIT ** Content Warning ** Due to the nature of this Podcast and the discussions that I have with Guests, I feel it's important to underline that there may be content within the episodes that have the potential to cause harm. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is struggling, please contact one of the services below for support. For this special 50th episode of Triumph Beyond Trauma, I’m sharing the story of Detective Sergeant Carmen Butcher — a woman whose courage, honesty, and resilience left me speechless. In 2006, Carmen was on a police study tour in Egypt when the unthinkable happened. A tour bus crash killed six people and seriously injured many more. Carmen was one of them — crushed under the roof of the bus while trying to save someone else. She was told she might never walk again. But she did. And not only that — she went back to policing, back to serving her community, and back to some of the most confronting work you can imagine. In 2018, she was named Police Officer of the Year by the Rotary Club of Darwin. This episode isn’t just about what happened in the desert that day. It’s about what came after — the fight to recover, the battles no one saw, and the grit it took to reclaim her life and purpose. Carmen’s story is intense, unfiltered, and unforgettable. It’s a reminder that healing doesn’t always look neat, and that real strength is found in showing up anyway. Find Rosie Skene: Website Learn more about the First Responder Mental Wellness Method Instagram Facebook LinkedIn Join our private Facebook Group - First Responder & Veteran Mental Wellness To keep up to date and get weekly emails from me - Newsletter Roll With The Punches Podcast Episode 820 Everyday Warriors Podcast Episode 16 Emerge & See Podcast Episode 12 Mental Health Resources: 000 - Concerns for someone's immediate welfare, please call 000 (Australia) RUOK? - Resources https://www.ruok.org.au/every-day-resources LIFELINE, Crisis Support & Suicide Prevention - 13 11 14 - https://www.lifeline.org.au/ Beyond Blue - 1300 224 636 - https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ 1800 Respect, Domestic, Family & Sexual Violence Counselling - 1800 737 732 -https://www.1800respect.org.au/ Suicide Call Back Service, 24hr free video & online counselling - 1300 659 467 -https://www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au/ Blue Knot, Empowering Recovery from Complex Trauma - 1300 650 380 - https://blueknot.org.au/ Head Space, National Youth Mental Health Foundation - https://www.headspace.com/ Black Dog Institute - https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/ Kids Helpline (24/7, for youth 5-25) 1800 55 1800 - https://kidshelpline.com.au/ Support line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples - 13 YARN (24/7) 13 92 76 - https://www.13yarn.org.au/ MensLine (24/7) 1300 78 99 78 - https://mensline.org.au/ QLife (3pm-midnight) 1800 184 527 - Anonymous, free LGBTI support - https://qlife.org.au/
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    1 hr and 46 mins
  • Episode 49 - Alice Stevenson

    Episode 49 - Alice Stevenson
    May 26 2025
    This week on Triumph Beyond Trauma, Alice Stevenson joins the show to talk about the realities of medical discharge from the NSW Police Force—and the often hidden toll it takes on those going through it. Alice served for 10 years across a range of specialist units, including Kings Cross, Crash Investigation, and Crime Scene. After being medically discharged due to PTSD, she co-founded Signal 2 Support, a charity that helps police navigate the confusing and often isolating discharge process. In this honest and important conversation, Alice shares: What it’s really like to go through a medical discharge The gaps in support that officers commonly face How Signal 2 Support is helping to change the experience Why peer-led, independent help is so critical Whether you're in the early stages of discharge, supporting someone who is, or simply want to better understand the challenges facing first responders—this episode is full of practical insights and compassionate advice. 💬 If this episode resonates, please share it with someone who might need it. * Content Warning ** Due to the nature of this Podcast and the discussions that I have with Guests, I feel it's important to underline that there may be content within the episodes that have the potential to cause harm. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is struggling, please contact one of the services below for support. Rosie Skene: Website Learn more about the First Responder Mental Wellness Method Instagram Facebook LinkedIn Join our private Facebook Group - First Responder & Veteran Mental Wellness To keep up to date and get weekly emails from me - Newsletter Roll With The Punches Podcast Episode 820 Everyday Warriors Podcast Episode 16 Emerge & See Podcast Episode 12 Alice Stevenson Website Linked In Mental Health Resources: 000 - Concerns for someone's immediate welfare, please call 000 (Australia) RUOK? - Resources https://www.ruok.org.au/every-day-resources LIFELINE, Crisis Support & Suicide Prevention - 13 11 14 - https://www.lifeline.org.au/ Beyond Blue - 1300 224 636 - https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ 1800 Respect, Domestic, Family & Sexual Violence Counselling - 1800 737 732 -https://www.1800respect.org.au/ Suicide Call Back Service, 24hr free video & online counselling - 1300 659 467 -https://www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au/ Blue Knot, Empowering Recovery from Complex Trauma - 1300 650 380 - https://blueknot.org.au/ Head Space, National Youth Mental Health Foundation - https://www.headspace.com/ Black Dog Institute - https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/ Kids Helpline (24/7, for youth 5-25) 1800 55 1800 - https://kidshelpline.com.au/ Support line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples - 13 YARN (24/7) 13 92 76 - https://www.13yarn.org.au/ MensLine (24/7) 1300 78 99 78 - https://mensline.org.au/ QLife (3pm-midnight) 1800 184 527 - Anonymous, free LGBTI support - https://qlife.org.au/
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    43 mins