Monash Health Thrive Podcast series
'Thrive' is Monash Health’s employee mental health and wellbeing program, created for our people, by our people. At its core, Thrive acknowledges the unique challenges of working in healthcare and emphasises the importance of prioritising mental health and wellbeing. This podcast series, hosted by Wayne Schwass, Founder of PukaUp and passionate mental health advocate, delves into the program's key pillars: validating the complexities and emotional demands of working in healthcare, normalising open conversations about mental health, encouraging moments for rest, reflection, and regeneration, and fostering safe, supportive environments where people feel empowered to speak up. Each episode features storytelling and shared experiences from a cross-section of Monash Health employees, highlighting their personal and professional experiences, challenges, and strategies for prioritising mental health and well-being. We hope these meaningful conversations provide practical insights and support for listeners. Whether you’re seeking guidance, inspiration, or a sense of connection, this series encourages us that it’s okay not to be okay and that help and support are always available. Thrive celebrates the courage, resilience, and humanity of our incredible Monash Health people.
Episodes
Preview episode 8 of the Thrive Podcast series. In this episode, Dr Kumail Jaffry, General Surgery, Senior Resident, discusses how courage and confidence are essential elements in initiating and leading conversations about mental health and wellbeing.
Listen to or watch Dr Jaffry's insights and inspiring reflections as we continue fostering a culture of care, support, and connection at Monash Health.
Preview episode 8 of the Thrive Podcast series. In this episode, Dr Kumail Jaffry, General Surgery, Senior Resident, discusses how courage and confidence are essential elements in initiating and leading conversations about mental health and wellbeing.
Listen to or watch Dr Jaffry's insights and inspiring reflections as we continue fostering a culture of care, support, and connection at Monash Health.
Welcome to the Thrive Podcast series, from Monash Health's bespoke employee mental health and wellbeing program, Thrive, created for our people, by our people.
Hosted by PukaUp Founder Wayne Schwass, this series explores themes such as the unique challenges of working in healthcare, normalising mental health conversations, encouraging moments of rest and reflection, and creating safe spaces to empower our people to speak up...
Preview episode 7 of the Thrive Podcast series. In this episode, Rebecca McKinley, Foor Services Assistant, discusses the challenges of working in healthcare and the importance of self-care, setting boundaries, and staying mentally resilient by focusing on what you can control, prioritising what truly matters, especially family, and using small moments for mental pauses.
Listen to or watch Rebecca's insights and inspiring r...
Preview episode 7 of the Thrive Podcast series. In this episode, Rebecca McKinley, Foor Services Assistant, discusses the challenges of working in healthcare and the importance of self-care, setting boundaries, and staying mentally resilient by focusing on what you can control, prioritising what truly matters, especially family, and using small moments for mental pauses.
Listen to or watch Rebecca's insights and inspiring r...
Welcome to the Thrive Podcast series, from Monash Health's bespoke employee mental health and wellbeing program, Thrive, created for our people, by our people.
Hosted by PukaUp Founder Wayne Schwass, this series explores themes such as the unique challenges of working in healthcare, normalising mental health conversations, encouraging moments of rest and reflection, and creating safe spaces to empower our people to speak up...
Preview episode 6 of the Thrive Podcast series. In this episode, Jane Booth, Deputy Director of Pharmacy, Workforce and Wellbeing discusses the power of self-awareness and how it supports resilience, leadership and mental health.
Listen to or watch Jane's insights and inspiring reflections as we continue fostering a culture of care, support, and connection at Monash Health.
Preview episode 6 of the Thrive Podcast series. In this episode, Jane Booth, Deputy Director of Pharmacy, Workforce and Wellbeing discusses the power of self-awareness and how it supports resilience, leadership and mental health.
Listen to or watch Jane's insights and inspiring reflections as we continue fostering a culture of care, support, and connection at Monash Health.
Welcome to the Thrive Podcast series, from Monash Health's bespoke employee mental health and wellbeing program, Thrive, created for our people, by our people.
Hosted by PukaUp Founder Wayne Schwass, this series explores themes such as the unique challenges of working in healthcare, normalising mental health conversations, encouraging moments of rest and reflection, and creating safe spaces to empower our people to speak up...
Preview episode 5 of the Thrive Podcast series. In this episode, Jacinta Re, Head of Social Work and Spiritual Care, shares how active listening can foster trust, reduce conflict, and strengthen team connections while reflecting on the personal experiences that shaped her approach to compassionate leadership.
Listen to or watch Jacinta's insights and inspiring reflections as we continue fostering a culture of care, support,...
Welcome to the Thrive Podcast series from Monash Health's bespoke employee mental health and wellbeing program, Thrive, created for our people, by our people.
Hosted by PukaUp Founder Wayne Schwass, this series explores themes such as the unique challenges of working in healthcare, normalising mental health conversations, encouraging moments of rest and reflection, and creating safe spaces to empower our people to speak up.
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Preview episode 4 of the Thrive Podcast series. In this episode, Stephen Jensen, Nurse Manager shares how leaning into vulnerability has helped him build trust, deepen team connections, and normalise mental health conversations in a demanding clinical environment.
Listen to or watch Stephen's insights and inspiring reflections as we continue fostering a culture of care, support, and connection at Monash Health.
Preview episode 4 of the Thrive Podcast series. In this episode, Stephen Jensen, Nurse Manager shares how leaning into vulnerability has helped him build trust, deepen team connections, and normalise mental health conversations in a demanding clinical environment.
Listen to or watch Stephen's insights and inspiring reflections as we continue fostering a culture of care, support, and connection at Monash Health.
Welcome to the Thrive Podcast series from Monash Health's bespoke employee mental health and wellbeing program, Thrive, created for our people, by our people.
Hosted by PukaUp Founder Wayne Schwass, this series explores themes such as the unique challenges of working in healthcare, normalising mental health conversations, encouraging moments of rest and reflection, and creating safe spaces to empower our people to speak up.
...
Preview episode 3 of the Thrive Podcast series. In this episode, Cate Page, Chief Clinical Officer of Converge International, which is Monash Health’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provider, discusses the important role of trust and connection in fostering workplace mental health conversations.
Listen to or watch Cate's insights and inspiring reflections as we continue fostering a culture of care, support, and connectio...
Preview episode 3 of the Thrive Podcast series. In this episode, Cate Page, Chief Clinical Officer of Converge International, which is Monash Health’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provider, discusses the important role of trust and connection in fostering workplace mental health conversations.
Listen to or watch Cate's insights and inspiring reflections as we continue fostering a culture of care, support, and connectio...
Welcome to the Thrive Podcast series from Monash Health's bespoke employee mental health and wellbeing program, Thrive, created for our people, by our people.
Hosted by PukaUp Founder Wayne Schwass, this series explores themes such as the unique challenges of working in healthcare, normalising mental health conversations, encouraging moments of rest and reflection, and creating safe spaces to empower our people to speak up.
...
Preview #2 - Creating safe spaces for mental health conversations with Olivia Shields, Nurse Manager
Preview episode 2 of the Thrive Podcast series. In this episode, Olivia Shields, Nurse Manager, shares practical strategies to help listeners confidently ask, "Are you OK?" and create safe, supportive spaces for mental health conversations.
Listen to or watch Olivia's insights and inspiring reflections as we continue fostering a culture of care, support, and connection at Monash Health.
Preview #1 - Creating safe spaces for mental health conversations with Olivia Shields, Nurse Manager
Preview episode 2 of the Thrive Podcast series. In this episode, Olivia Shields, Nurse Manager, shares practical strategies to help listeners confidently ask, "Are you OK?" and create safe, supportive spaces for mental health conversations.
Listen to or watch Olivia's insights and inspiring reflections as we continue fostering a culture of care, support, and connection at Monash Health.
Welcome to the Thrive Podcast series from Monash Health's bespoke employee mental health and wellbeing program, Thrive, created for our people, by our people.
Hosted by PukaUp Founder Wayne Schwass, this series explores themes such as the unique challenges of working in healthcare, normalising mental health conversations, encouraging moments of rest and reflection, and creating safe spaces to empower our people to speak up.
...
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