On this episode of Inspired By, Isabella Taylor sits down with Ryder Quinn – a rising star who opens up about identity, passion, fame, and resilience. From the pressures of performing to navigating mental health, Ryder shares an honest, powerful look into what it means to live authentically and thrive creatively. It’s a compelling and insightful conversation that will inspire listeners to chase purpose over popularity.

Topics Discussed;

• Fame and public expectations
• Mental health and emotional wellbeing

• Creative process and inspiration

• The importance of chosen family and community

• Challenges with online criticism and public perception

• Staying grounded and authentic

• Advice to young people feeling lost

• Future ambitions and what’s next for Ryder

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Inspired By Daniel J. Phillips 2.0, follows on from Isabella Taylor’s first episode with him in 2020 when she was just 9 years old.

Daniel J. Phillips:

• Writer/director of feature film Awoken and writer/director/producer of feature film Diabolic set to be released in Australia in 2025;
• Owner and creative director at Anomaly.

Daniel was one of five South Australian filmmakers to represent South Australia in Adelaide Film Festival Go To Cannes at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival.

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In this episode of Inspired By, Isabella Taylor chats with Swipee creators—Ben, Jacob, and Sam—three young entrepreneurs who launched a global card game business before high school. They share how their card game started in a classroom, the challenges they overcame with manufacturing and marketing, and how community support helped Swipee thrive. The boys open up about school balance, online sales, giving back through charity, and their dreams of sports collaborations and new editions. This wholesome and powerful chat is a must-hear for any young person with big ideas.

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In this episode of Inspired By hosted by Isabella Taylor, Year 12 student and co-college captain Amy Wallace shares her advocacy for AI in education, her experience speaking at South Australia’s Teen Parliament, and the ethical challenges students and schools face as AI continues to evolve. From school-based AI policies to her book project and colour analysis for her formal dress—Amy proves AI’s possibilities are endless. Plus, how she's working with teachers to shape the future.

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What’s the secret to making the back-to-school transition smooth and stress-free for your child and yourself?

Kate Mason is joined by Dr. Victoria Waller, an educator and expert in learning differences with over 40 years of experience.

Together, they share creative strategies for keeping kids engaged during school holidays (without screens!), easing back-to-school anxiety, and creating positive routines weeks in advance.

From bedtime adjustments to fostering open communication with your child, this episode is packed with practical advice, fun activities, and even a few laughs to help families navigate one of the most stressful times of the year.

Listen For:

03:45 - Can you survive school holidays without screens?

10:54 - How to get kids excited about school

22:01 - Five fun, screen-free summer activities

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Guest: Victoria Waller, PhD

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Food additives have an enormous impact on us. Preservatives, and colourings affect our health and behaviour.

In this episode Kate shares her personal experience of eliminating these from her family's diet and seeing immediate improvements in their health. Guests Tracey Fry and Joanne Ling, creators of Additive Free Lifestyle, also share their experiences and discuss the importance of understanding what is in our food. They highlight the significant profits made by the food additive industry and the lack of regulation around labelling, particularly with 'natural' flavours and colours.

Listen For:

4:16 Joanne Ling’s Personal Experiences With Food Additives

8:40 The Importance of Awareness and Informed Choices

13:48 Market Size and Influence of Food Additives

26:33 Navigating Misleading Labels and “Natural” Claims

Guests Joanne Ling and Tracey Fry, Additive-Free Lifestyle

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In this episode of Inspired By, host Isabella Taylor sits down with radio legend Sean Craig Murphy, owner of the Australian Radio School. Sean shares his passion for teaching and mentoring the next generation of broadcasters, offering insights into how his decades of radio experience have shaped his unique approach to education. From his start as a roller rink DJ to founding one of Australia’s top radio schools, Sean’s journey is packed with lessons on creativity, resilience, and the power of storytelling.

You will hear Sean’s advice for aspiring broadcasters, stories from his career, and why teaching fuels his own creativity. Stay tuned until the end for a behind-the-scenes moment that will leave you smiling!

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Topics in this episode;

• Sean’s upbringing and early experiences in Hong Kong, Indonesia, Melbourne, and Adelaide.
• His start in the radio industry as a DJ at a roller skating rink in Adelaide.
• Transition from DJing to radio, including his first job at Murray Bridge’s 5MU.
• Sean’s training at Vaughan Harvey’s Radio School and its impact on his teaching style.
• Founding the Australian Radio School and his passion for mentoring students.
• Key lessons learned from over 40 years in radio and podcasting.
• His experiences co-hosting Everyday Conspiracy Theories Podcast.
• The creative process of launching a successful podcast from scratch.
• Reflections on the evolution of radio and podcasting as complementary mediums.
• Insights into community radio as a training ground for aspiring announcers.
• Advice for staying creative and resilient in a competitive industry.
• A humorous behind-the-scenes moment at the end of the episode.

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Hey that's mine.

I saw it first.

Too bad. Finders’ keepers. Losers’ weepers.

No need to even ask if this sounds familiar. It does. But there are ways to manage sibling rivalries. Actually understanding your children’s personality types and preferences can go a long way to keeping the peace.

Guest: Sandra Etherington

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