Friday On My Mind is hosted by Craig Francis
Dan Maitland, Training With Mates event organiser, talks to Craig Francis about the upcoming Mordialloc fundraiser for the Stroke Foundation to help prevent stroke, save lives and enhance recovery. Dan also discusses his family’s personal experience with the impact of a family member suffering a stroke and how that lead him to become involved with this important cause.
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Ania Reynolds, local pianist and composer, talks to Craig Francis about her series of Saturday afternoon performances of original cinematic piano music, taking place on an old piano in the St Kilda Sacred Heart Op Shop (Allegro Non Oppo). Ania also talks about her work as musical director for Circus Oz and the Flying Fruit Fly Circus, working with Yothu
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Chris Bennett, co-founder of the original Sandringham Basketball Club, talks to Craig Francis about the origins of the club and the subsequent incredible growth of the Southern Basketball Association and Sandringham Sabres. Chris also tells us about the upcoming 50 year anniversary event on Saturday November 16.
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John De Rango from the Stroke Foundation talks to Craig Francis about the causes and treatment of stroke, as well as how to recognise the symptoms and how to respond accordingly. John also tells us about the Stride4Stroke fundraising initiative throughout November, and the inspiring local ‘Training With Mates’ event in Mordialloc on November 9th.
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Steve Moneghetti AM, four time Olympian and member of the Sport Australia Hall of Fame, talks to Craig Francis about his stellar marathon running career. As an ambassador for the Melbourne Marathon, Steve also discusses the history of the event and all things that go to make up the Melbourne Marathon festival atmosphere.
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Dr Luke Martin from Beyond Blue talks to Craig Francis about the findings from the recent 2024 Mental Health and Wellbeing Check and the significance of World Mental Health Month. Luke also discusses the widespread nature of mental health issues in Australia, some of the services and offerings provided by Beyond Blue, and what we can all be doing to
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