17. Silver Linings: Sam Carroll on Life Beyond Childhood Cancer
At 9 years old, Sam Carroll was diagnosed with a rare childhood cancer. Now 21, he reflects on his journey through treatment, recovery, and the silver linings he’s discovered along the way. A story of courage, resilience, and hope. Hosted by: Lisa McKelveyShow Notes: Video of Sams Tour De Cure Speech - https://www.facebook.com/share/v/171Z9mAd6J/Tour de Cure Website
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16. Sparkle in the Storm: Julie Cross’s Story of Living and Loving with Autism
Julie Cross shares the hardest chapter of her life — losing her husband Flash after a stroke, parenting two young boys, and navigating her youngest son Thomas’s autism diagnosis. Through heartbreak and challenge, Julie has mothered through the storms with sparkle, humour, and wisdom. Hosted by Lisa McKelvey.Show notes: To find out more about Julie and her book "Living and Loving with Autism":www.juliecross.com.au
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15. Grit and Grace on the Land: Sasha Stanton’s Journey After Her Son’s Farm Accident
When Sasha Stanton’s 3-year-old son, Logan, lost his leg in a devastating farm accident (2018), life changed in an instant. What followed was a period of deep trauma, reflection, and ultimately, personal growth. In this episode, Sasha shares the raw truth of parenting through crisis, how she rebuilt her world, and the powerful ways she now supports other rural mums facing isolation and hardship.A heartfelt conversation about resilience, values, and finding strength and community in the hardest of seasons.Hosted by: Lisa McKelveyShow Notes:Link to COOEE - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/its-here-what-inspired-the-poddy-and-what-to-expect/id1798324951?i=1000700098263https://open.spotify.com/show/7xzUToQA6rnHrYEwtJyAs4?si=c6b8240ae8db4fcd
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14. When the Road is Rare: Molly Bell on Parenting Through Uncertainty
The Long Road - Episode 14Guest - Molly BellHosted by - Lisa McKelveyIn this episode, Molly Bell — a pharmacist, wife, and mother of two from Toowoomba, QLD chats about her family’s journey. Molly and Nathans youngest son, Alfie, was diagnosed with an extremely rare neuro deficiency disorder (PPP2R1A), which affects his gross motor skills and causes moderate intellectual disability. Molly shares some of the challenges she has faced, of raising a child with additional needs, the uphill battle for services, education, support, and understanding in a system not built for rare. Show Notes: (1) It’s Cool to Talk Grief 2025 | Facebook (Long Luncheon)
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13. One Breath at a Time - Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia (CDH)
The Long Road – Episode 13Guest – Mel Nicol Hosted by – Lisa McKelveyIn this episode, Mel shares what life was like raising four children while living remotely on Cubbie Station in Dirranbandi, QLD. Their journey took a complex turn when their youngest child, Will, was born with congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH).Mel speaks openly about the challenges, the heartbreak, and the strength it takes to be a medical mum — and how, at its core, it’s all about navigating and advocating for your child.Notes and Support Links: CDH Australia - For more information, and the FB support group. If you enjoy this episode, please leave a review wherever you listen to your podcasts.Lisa McKelvey xx
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