INTERVIEWS

Presenter: Neal Howard
Guest: Nancy Hartwell
Guest Bio: Nancy Hartwell has studied the topic of human trafficking for more than 40 years. She is especially knowledgeable about the sex trade on the Persian Gulf. Nancy has written three best-selling books about victims of human trafficking. She has logged in more than 350 radio interviews, nationally and internationally, dealing with the subject of human trafficking.

Segment overview: Nancy Hartwell talks about the methods that human traffickers use to circumvent parental safeguards. She reveals what parents can do to protect children.

Presenter: Neal Howard
Guest: Nancy Hartwell
Guest Bio: Nancy Hartwell has studied the topic of human trafficking for more than 40 years. She is especially knowledgeable about the sex trade on the Persian Gulf. Nancy has written three best-selling books about victims of human trafficking. She has logged in more than 350 radio interviews, nationally and internationally, dealing with the subject of human trafficking.

Segment overview: Nancy Hartwell discusses how traffickers operate and why slavery exists in the 21st century.

Presenter: Neal Howard
Guest: Carl David
Guest Bio: Having lived through and survived the horrific experience of his brother’s suicide when he was just 16, he was awakened to the real purpose in his life. He is on a mission to save lives.
He is the author of “Bader Field: How My Family Survived Suicide” and his advocacy is his way of helping those on that edge of desperation to see that they are loved, that there is help for them and that they are not alone.

Segment Overview: Carl David discusses the recognition of signs or clues that may indicate a suicide attempt in the making. He also discusses what one should do if you they suspect someone may be considering taking their life.

Presenter: Neal Howard
Guest: Carl David
Guest Bio: Having lived through and survived the horrific experience of his brother’s suicide when he was just 16, he was awakened to the real purpose in his life. He is on a mission to save lives.
He is the author of “Bader Field: How My Family Survived Suicide” and his advocacy is his way of helping those on that edge of desperation to see that they are loved, that there is help for them and that they are not alone.

Segment Overview: Carl David talks about the events leading to his becoming a Suicide Prevention Advocate.

Presenter: Neal Howard
Guest: Carl David
Guest Bio: Having lived through and survived the horrific experience of his brother’s suicide when he was just 16, he was awakened to the real purpose in his life. He is on a mission to save lives.
He is the author of “Bader Field: How My Family Survived Suicide” and his advocacy is his way of helping those on that edge of desperation to see that they are loved, that there is help for them and that they are not alone.

Segment Overview: Carl David talks about current suicide statistics.

Presenter: Wayne Bucklar
Guest: Dr. Anna Boltong
Guest Bio: Dr. Anna Boltong is the Head of Cancer Information and Support Services at Cancer Council Victoria. In this role she heads up a portfolio of more than twenty practical and emotional support programs and services for people affected by cancer. The gateway to these programs is through the 13 11 20 cancer information and support line, which is staffed by specialist oncology nurses. Her unit also has a key role in helping health professionals to support their oncology patients through dissemination of evidence based information and education programs. Dr Boltong originally trained as a dietitian and has qualifications in health promotion, nutrition, gastronomy, education and research. Her PhD researched improved mechanisms for supporting both clinicians and patients to better manage cancer treatment-induced taste problems. Her professional experience spans public health policy, health service improvement, clinical oncology and supportive care in cancer research.

Segment Overview: Get to know more about Cancer Council Victoria’s mission and goals as Dr. Anna Boltong discusses them here in this segment which include prevention, support and research. Since its establishment in 1937, Cancer Council Victoria has developed an international reputation for our innovative work in cancer research, prevention and support. As an independent, not-for-profit organisation, they play a leading role in reducing the impact of all cancers on all people. Their prevention programs strive to reduce the incidence of cancers attributable to tobacco, UV radiation, alcohol, obesity and infection, particularly in high-risk populations. Their support programs strive to reduce the impact of cancer by providing reliable information and compassionate support to people living with cancer, their family and friends. Their research programs underpin all of our work in cancer prevention and support and generate the knowledge required to continue to drive improvements in cancer survival.

Presenter: Wayne Bucklar
Guest: Stuart Colquhoun
Guest Bio: After spending 15 years in multiple roles with institutional fund managers and investment banks Stuart moved into the medical industry in 2011 as a distributor of neurosurgery equipment, and is still currently Managing Director of Global Surgical Distribution.
Coming from a heavily regulated financial services background Stuart could see many opportunities within healthcare to make a ‘real difference’, and believes many of the IQ Health team’s ideas, services, product offerings and innovations will make a significant and positive difference to the outcomes of patients, doctors, nurses and hospitals.

Segment Overview: Stuart discusses the goal of IQ Health as the team focuses on the identification and provision of intelligent solutions in healthcare. These solutions may be via new or improved services, products, or technology, and must meet the criteria which involves need, demand and industry commerciality.

Presenter: Wayne Bucklar
Guest: Stuart Colquhoun
Guest Bio: After spending 15 years in multiple roles with institutional fund managers and investment banks Stuart moved into the medical industry in 2011 as a distributor of neurosurgery equipment, and is still currently Managing Director of Global Surgical Distribution.
Coming from a heavily regulated financial services background Stuart could see many opportunities within healthcare to make a ‘real difference’, and believes many of the IQ Health team’s ideas, services, product offerings and innovations will make a significant and positive difference to the outcomes of patients, doctors, nurses and hospitals.

Segment Overview: Stuart talks about the products and services they offer at Global Surgical Distribution, a valued company that provides high quality medical and surgical products to enable our customer to get the best clinical and economic results for their patients. They offer a distribution platform within Australia, New Zealand and Asia to international and domestic medical and surgical product suppliers.

Presenter: Neal Howard
Guest: Stephanie Payne
Guest Bio: For thirty years Stephanie Payne has been a practicing RN with special interest in Home Health and Hospice. Her education is varied and diverse: St. Louis Community College, Webster University and Landmark Education. Stephanie has been presenting this information and advice on “Final Planning” for Senior Groups, Community Organizations, Business Forums, Attorneys and Financial Planners. She is a documentary film producer and the author of “The Sandbox Wars”, true tales of what happens to families at the very vulnerable time of grief.

Segment Overview: Stephanie Payne discusses ways that elders can pass peacefully and leave the family and leave the family intact. She also touches on why we have difficulty making decisions when we get older, why we refuse to make decision about our Legacy Plans, and why it may be too late to start your legacy plans.

Presenter: Neal Howard
Guest: Stephanie Payne
Guest Bio: For thirty years Stephanie Payne has been a practicing RN with special interest in Home Health and Hospice. Her education is varied and diverse: St. Louis Community College, Webster University and Landmark Education. Stephanie has been presenting this information and advice on “Final Planning” for Senior Groups, Community Organizations, Business Forums, Attorneys and Financial Planners. She is a documentary film producer and the author of “The Sandbox Wars”, true tales of what happens to families at the very vulnerable time of grief.

Segment Overview: Stephanie Payne discusses how common Elder Abuse is. She talks about how seniors have a 1 in 3 chance of being abused and how other forms of elder abuse are sometimes not reported or considered to be abuse.