Humans of Purpose

My guest this week is Laura O’Reilly – entrepreneur, disability sector innovator, and co-founder of Hireup, Fighting Chance, and Avenue, three groundbreaking ventures transforming opportunities for people with disability across Australia.

Laura has dedicated her career to creating solutions inspired by the experiences of her brother Shane – building the kinds of services and opportunities that would benefit him, and in turn, countl...

My guest this week is Dr Dionne Payn – social entrepreneur, impact investment specialist, and Founder of Women4Homes, a groundbreaking initiative working to end homelessness for women by 2030 through values-aligned property investment.

Dionne has spent her career designing ethical investment solutions that prioritise both social and financial returns. With a background in chemistry, property development, and social enterprise, she ...

My guest this week is Mike Davis – social entrepreneur, systems thinker, and Head of Social Innovation and Impact at Good Shepherd, one of Australia’s leading organisations supporting women, girls and families.

Mike is best known as the founder of Humans of Purpose and has spent the past decade working across sectors to embed strategy, storytelling, and systems change in the heart of purpose-led organisations. Now at Good Shepherd,...

My guest this week is Elloise Bridge – a proud Gija woman, emerging community leader, and Gender Officer at SURGE (Support Unit for Gender Equality), where she provides technical and administrative support to strengthen gender equality outcomes in Australia's development programs.

Elloise is deeply committed to social justice and cultural empowerment. With a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Gender Studies and a background in politics, ...

My guest this week is Al Jeffery – psychotherapist, meditation guide, group facilitator, writer, and Co-Founder of Turning Ground.

Al is a regenerative practitioner working at the intersection of inner and outer transformation. In a world that is hyperconnected yet deeply fragmented, he is dedicated to restoring connection - within ourselves, our communities, and the systems we live and lead in.

As Director at Turning Ground, Al de...

My guest this week is Sherilee McManus - a proud Wiradjuri woman and the Director of Engagement & Outcomes at Life Without Barriers, a national social purpose organisation committed to partnering with people to change lives for the better.

Sherilee brings a deep commitment to cultural connection and equity. In her current role, she plays a key part in shaping inclusive practice across the organisation, and in 2024, led the Life...

My guest this week is Fiona Harrison - Indigenous Australian chocolatier, storyteller, and the founder of Chocolate On Purpose, a purpose-driven business blending couverture chocolate with Australian native botanicals.

Based in Millthorpe, NSW, Fiona works with corporate gift buyers to help them find truly meaningful, distinctly Australian gifts - gifts that not only delight the senses, but deepen cultural understanding. Through he...

My guest this week is Louise Muszynski – digital strategist, systems thinker, and Managing Partner at Digital Purpose, a purpose-led tech company building custom digital solutions for social impact organisations.

Louise is deeply committed to bridging the gap between bold ideas and practical digital execution. With a background in systems design and strategy, she’s helped countless organisations launch secure, scalable tech product...

My guest this week is Bianca Bartlett –sustainability advocate, circular economy strategist, and co-founder of The Full Circle Collective, a purpose-driven initiative working to turn waste into community value through upcycling, repair and reuse.

Bianca is a passionate believer in the power of local, community-led solutions to tackle environmental challenges. With a background in environmental management and sustainability, she has...

My guest this week is Nandeeta Maharaj – social entrepreneur, marketing and impact strategist, and founder of Goods 4 Good, a certified social enterprise marketplace helping people shop their values and create impact with every purchase.

With a bold vision to become the “Amazon of social enterprise,” Nandeeta created Goods 4 Good to connect consumers with purpose-driven products that support mental health, environmental sustainabil...

My guest this week is Kylie Flament – sustainability leader, systems thinker, and CEO of the Social Enterprise Council of NSW & ACT (SECNA), the peak body for social enterprise in the region.

Kylie is a passionate advocate for using business as a force for good. With a background in large-scale systems transformation, impact leadership, and environmental sustainability, she helps drive the growth of businesses that put people a...

My guest this week is Ben Thompson – employment law expert, tech entrepreneur, and founder & CEO of Employment Hero, a global platform transforming how small and medium-sized businesses manage HR, payroll, and employee engagement.

Ben began his career in employment law, witnessing firsthand the challenges businesses face in managing their workforce. This experience inspired him to create Employment Hero in 2014, aiming to simpl...

My guest this week is Sharalyn Drayton – counsellor, supervisor and founder of The Women’s Healing Sanctuary, a powerful initiative supporting women to reconnect with their inner wisdom, strength, and sacred purpose.

Through therapeutic support, restorative retreats, and nurturing environments grounded in trauma-informed care, Sharalyn creates space for transformation - where women experiencing exhaustion, trauma, or distress can r...

My guest this week is Thea Stinear – educator, leader, and passionate advocate for the transformative power of learning.

Thea is the CEO of Cool.org, an organisation revolutionising education by providing teachers with free, high-quality, curriculum-aligned resources that embed environmental, social, and economic sustainability into all subjects and curriculum areas. ​

With over 16 years of experience in the education sector, Thea ...

My guest this week is Sam Crosby - oral storyteller, myth guide, and founder of Recalling Fire, an initiative rekindling our wonder for life through the ancient art of traditional storytelling.

Sam is also the host of Drop The Map, an audio series that invites listeners to explore their life paths into the unknown, using mythic tales as a compass.

Through immersive storytelling experiences, Sam leads individuals and communities to ...

My guest this week is Nicole Gibson – founder, social entrepreneur, and visionary at the forefront of emotional health innovation.

Nicole is the creator of Love Out Loud and CEO of inTruth Technologies, a groundbreaking initiative harnessing the power of AI and wearable tech to measure and support emotional wellbeing in real time. Her mission is to democratise emotional intelligence and equip individuals with tools to better unders...

My guest this week is Valeria Della Rosa – founder, innovator, and passionate advocate for neurodivergent families.

Valeria is the creator of Oli help, a groundbreaking app designed to support parents of children with ADHD—offering data-driven insights, personalised strategies, and practical advice, all without the need for a formal diagnosis. Her mission is to empower parents navigating neurodivergence with accessible tools that h...

My guest this week is Dr. Maxine Thérèse – author, researcher, and founder of Childosophy, a holistic framework for understanding and supporting children's wellbeing.

Maxine brings a unique lens to child development, integrating Western psychology with the wisdom of the Indian chakra system. Her work empowers parents, educators, and practitioners to see children as whole beings and to address emotional and behavioural challenges at...

My guest this week is Julia Keady –CEO and founder of Benefolk, strategist, speaker, and long-time champion for the wellbeing of changemakers.

Julia is a passionate voice for reform in the social purpose sector, having witnessed widespread burnout among leaders and practitioners. With over 30 years’ experience across the private, public, and not-for-profit worlds—and 15 years running agencies and consultancies—she founded Benefolk ...