WHAT I'VE LEARNT
Episodes
What I've Learnt - Dr Nellie Torkamani
13 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
As one of the top endocrinologists in Victoria Dr Nellie Torkamani is spearheading transformation for many women with mid life challenges ranging from...
What I've Learnt - Melissa Browne
04 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Melissa Browne is an award-winning former accountant and financial advisor who’s spent 20 years building three successful businesses across differen...
What I've Learnt - "Sarah"
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Starting the new year with a riveting interview with a brave articulate Australian Iranian medical student who shines the light on the dark depths of ...
What I've Learnt - John Platt (December 2025)
21 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jonah Platt, one of the leading Jewish advocates and speakers globally, and host of the award-winning podcast, "Being Jewish with Jonah Platt,&qu...
What I've Learnt - Jonah Platt
23 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As a surreal time in history with confluent sources of rage towards Jews enveloping so many western countries a NYC mayoral race turning into a global...
What I've Learnt - Robert Kenn
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Life is like the ocean. It can be calm or still, and rough or rigid, but in the end, it is always beautiful.”Gerry Lopez We’ve all been there: Ex...
What I've Learnt - Tammy Kanat and Sidra Moshinsky
05 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
TAMMY KANAT Fibre Artist with Sidra Moshinsky Director and CEO of the Jewish Museum of Australia Well I know this next guest very well she’s my ...
Beyond Words - Kieron Bryan
21 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kieron A. Bryan is a keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and writer who transformed a 25-year prison sentence into a foundation for success.During his time...
What I've Learnt - Poppy King
07 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
POPPY KING Poppy King was just 19 years old she started her own lipstick company in Melbourne Australia where she was born. Frustrated with the li...
What I've Learnt - Alex Ryvchin
17 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alex Ryvchin is co-Chief Executive Officer of the Executive Council of Australian Jewry and the author of two internationally acclaimed books of histo...
What I've Learnt - Madeleine West
09 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Madeleine West Actor Mother of 7 Advocate Abuse survivor Former Neighbours star Madeleine West is embracing her newborn seventh child, several yea...
Beyond Words - Russ & Pendar (Rickshaw Run Himalaya)
24 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We're thrilled to launch the Rickshaw Run Himalaya & World Literacy Foundation campaign an epic fundraising journey where daring adventurers ...
What I've Learnt - Kayte Nunn
11 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Palazzo, the new book from bestselling author Kayte Nunn. It’s a thrilling destination murder mystery for fans of Lucy Foley and The White Lotus...
What I've Learnt - Sarah Rosenberg
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stigma, suspicion and a lack of support. That’s the view on why only 10% of sexual assaults are reported in Australia. As a result, sexual assault v...
What I've Learnt - Wendy Sachs
31 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Wendy Sachs Director It’s a timely and tragic day to feature the Director of the October 8 film with the devastating murder of two young innocents...
What I've Learnt - Kat Stewart
18 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kat StewartActor Kat Stewart has built a reputation as one of Australia’s most outstanding actors. Renowned for her exceptional performances across...
What I've Learnt - Sherele Moody
25 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
At 3am on Sunday 23 March, police were notified of the disappearance of a 19-year-old woman last seen in Erina on the NSW Central Coast.The next day i...
What I've Learnt - Greg 'Diesel' Williams
28 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As the much loved footy Season looms with the excitement of packed stadiums team scarves and hot meat pies it’s the players the teams that thrill us...
What I've Learnt - David Southwick MP
23 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
David Southwick is the Member for Caulfield in Victoria. David has held several Parliamentary Positions.In April 2013, David was appointed as the Parl...
What I've Learnt - Maggie Zhou
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Maggie Zhou is a Melbourne-based writer, editor, slow fashion advocate and the co-host of the Culture Club podcast. She's written for publicatio...
Beyond Words - Greg Zaralides
26 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
World Literacy Summit 2025 Over 150 Sessions with over 200 speakers from 80 different countries.This year's conference will take place from Apri...
What I've Learnt - Dr. Alison Thompson OAM (2025)
18 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Third Wave Volunteers are now in full deployment, with volunteer firefighters in Los Angeles battling the fires and our local volunteers doing what th...
What I've Learnt - Ella Ward
28 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Author Ella Ward What does the world feel like when it’s ending for you, and no one else? What does life feel like when you are running away from i...
What I've Learnt - Maggie Alderson
21 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Maggie Alderson is the author of ten novels and four collections of her columns fromGood Weekendmagazine. Her children’s book Evangeline, the Wish K...
Beyond Words - Andrew Kay
12 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Kay In his role as CEO of the World Literacy Foundation, Andy spearheads a powerful literacy organisation - he has the wonderful opportunity to ...
What I've Learnt - Collette Dinningan
30 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Collette Dinnigan 🌺Her style is one of simple yet sophisticatedbeauty. Bellissima: An Australian–ItalianAffair takes you into Collette’s world ...
What I've Learnt - Lisa Messenger & Sarah Megginson
22 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
THE POWER OF TWOLISA MESSENGER & SARAH MEGGINSONA life-changing story of friendship, surrogacy and true connectionFourteen years of friendship. Ei...
What I've Learnt - Janice Breen-Burns (2024)
08 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Janice BREEN Burns Janice Breen Burns is a highly respected fashion journalist, editor and features writer of more than 30 years experience in metro ...
What I've Learnt - Nikki Gemmell (Wing)
26 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Nikki Gemmell An explosive, contemporary literary thriller from international bestselling author Nikki Gemmell -Wing is Lord of the Flies meets Picni...
What I've Learnt - Ben Shewry
13 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ben Shewry Chef Ben Shewry strives for truth in life and perfection in his new memoir, Uses for Obsession. This year marks 19 years for Ben Shewry’...
What I've Learnt - Anthony Koutoufides
20 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Anthony “Kouta” Koutoufides is a former award winning AFL player and a Carlton Football Club legend, playing over 270 games for the club. Anthony ...
What I've Learnt - Michael Klim
12 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Michael Klim is an entrepreneur and head of the Klim Foundation best known for being and awesome guitar strumming and pumping Olympic swimming gold me...
What I've Learnt - Eylon Levy
05 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It takes courage to stand up and that is what Eylon Levy has done since Oct 7As the cultural wars rage across media platforms he has used his skills i...
Beyond Words - Molly Ness
14 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Molly Ness is a former classroom teacher, a reading researcher, and a teacher educator. She earned a doctorate in reading education at the University ...
What I've Learnt - Simone O'Brien
29 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Simone O’Brien is a domestic violence survivor, speaker, strong advocate for women against violence, and mother of three beautiful children.Her jour...
What I've Learnt - Mia Findlay
21 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Mia Findlay, Founder and Principal Coach | AustraliaMia is deeply passionate about helping others reach the same freedom she now enjoys without her ea...
What I've Learnt - Fiona Sweet
07 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Stella Prize CEO - Fiona SweetFiona is the former Artistic Director and CEO of the Ballarat International Foto Biennale responsible for the progra...
What I've Learnt - Anna Grosman
31 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Anna Grosman, creator and owner is relaunching a new male escort agency - HER CONFIDANT. In its new incarnation, HER CONFIDANT will also cater to wome...
What I've Learnt - Suzy Zail
24 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Suzy Zail has worked as a litigation lawyer, specialising in Family Law, but now writes full time. Among other titles, she has written The Tattooed Fl...
What I've Learnt - Summer Series Gems (January - April 2024)
03 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hi, Welcome to the What I’ve Learnt podcastFrom food to fashion and art to music we’ve got you covered. We wanted to highlight some amazing moment...
Beyond Words - Oliver James
12 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
California has one of the lowest literacy rates in the country and according to the National Center for Education Statistics, around one in five adult...
What I've Learnt - Summer Series Gems (Febuary-March 2024)
05 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hi, Welcome to the What I’ve Learnt podcastFrom food to fashion and art to music we’ve got you covered. We wanted to highlight some amazing moment...
What I've Learnt - Michelle Stanton
30 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Michelle Stanton, Founder and CEO of Complete Success utilises her expertise to empower people to achieve exceptional results through innovative speak...
What I've Learnt - Annabelle Hickson
22 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Annabelle Hickson, editor of the award-winning independent print magazine GALAH. Despite having no publishing or business experience, Annabelle starte...
What I've Learnt - Tammy Casselson
15 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tammy Casseslon was just 15 years old when she first saw him from across the room. They smiled at one another, and that was it. She was smitten. &quo...
Beyond Words - Henry Warren (Turn On The Subtitles)
22 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Turnonthesubtitles Extensive research from top academics in many countries has shown that simply turning on the subtitles for children’s television...
What I've Learnt - Caitlin Marshell & Lizzie Rose (MakeShift)
16 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Caitlin Marshall & Lizzie Rose, founders of the award-winning MakeShift. This not-for-profit org is one of the first creative prescribing agencies...
What I've Learnt - Summer Series Gems (January 2024)
02 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hi, Welcome to the What I’ve Learnt podcastFrom food to fashion and art to music we’ve got you covered. We wanted to highlight some amazing moment...
What I've Learnt - Nicki Gostin
26 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Nicki Gostin is a Page Six digital reporter who covers red carpets, the royal family and all ‘70s and ‘80s megastars. She has interviewed hundreds...
What I've Learnt - Jacob Klein
19 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Born in Romania in 1953 to two Holocaust survivors who lost their family in the Holocaust. Immigrated to Israel in 1962.Married and father of three ch...
What I've Learnt - Jason Kimberly
12 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Stepping out of the limelight to become Cool Jason Kimberley is an adventurer, photographer, author, and the founder of Cool, an education organizati...
What I've Learnt - Dr Gina Cleo
06 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Gina Cleo, behavioural scientist, world-renowned habit-change researcher and Adjunct Professor at Bond University. Gina’s new book, The Habit Rev...
What I've Learnt - Nimrod Palmach
30 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A father of two small Nimrod children aged 4 and 7, Nimrod lives in Israel he is a Major reservist in the IDF. On 7 October at approximately 6am he re...
What I've Learnt - #BringHershHome
22 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
URGENT: U.S. Citizen taken hostage to Gaza in dire medical need. (Updated Wed Oct 13, 8am IST) Hersh Goldberg-Polin was wounded and violently abducte...
What I've Learnt - Josh Piterman
15 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Josh Piterman In 2023 Josh Piterman returned to the stage in London to star as Jean Valjean in the West End production of Les Misérables. His West ...
Beyond Words - Lamek Odero (Sun Books) & Mary Silverweig (Tiny Ivy, Inc.)
08 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
TinyIvy Lamek Odero Program leader for sun books Kenya and Mary Rosenzweig from Tiny Ivy here to discuss their collaboration with the World Literacy ...
What I've Learnt - #BringThemHome (Guy Shahar)
23 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As the Middle East war rages and innocents on both sides are caught in an unspeakable tragedy I’m grateful to speak to a beautiful family who have...
What I've Learnt - Rachelle Unreich
03 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A Brilliant Life book by Rachelle UnreichI’ve known Rachelle as a fellow journalist for many years sometimes working together and I’ve always resp...
Beyond Words - Maryam from Afghanistan
27 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Afghanistan World Literacy Foundation youth ambassador About N. (Maryam)She is a young leader from Afghanistan. I have a working background as Seni...
What I've Learnt - Spring Series Gems (July - September 2023)
14 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hi, Welcome to the What I’ve Learnt podcastFrom food to fashion and art to music we’ve got you covered. We wanted to highlight some amazing moment...
What I've Learnt - Trent Dalton
06 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Trent Dalton Author Record-breaking, award-winning and bestselling author Trent Dalton returns with a big-hearted, gritty, magical and moving new no...
Beyond Words - Episode Highlights (June - September 2023)
22 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Beyond words, the Literacy Podcast aims to bring together experts and change-makers to discuss crucial issues in creating a literate world, such as ac...
Beyond Words - Benjamin Syner & Stefan Houghaerts (My Name Is Ink Initiative)
15 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In a distant future, the last human on Earth able to read and write has decided to restore the written word to civilisation. This young girl’s name ...
What I've Learnt - Donna Lyon (Left Write Hook)
08 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Documentary Left Write Hook follows eight female survivors of childhood sexual abuse who participate in a 2-year experimental recovery program that co...
What I've Learnt - David McAllister
01 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
David McAllister AC former principal dancer and former artistic director of the Australian Ballet has launched his second book “Ballet Confidential...
Beyond Words - Julia Kay (Great Wrap)
22 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Julia kay Great Wrap Jordan and Julia Kay, the Co-founders of Great Wrap, are reimagining today's materials to solve tomorrow's problems.T...
What I've Learnt - Kevin Murphy
28 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin Murphy Recognized as one of the world's most respected and sought-after session hairstylists, Kevin has been at the forefront of fashion, ...
Beyond Words - Episode Highlights (May 2023)
14 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Beyond words, the Literacy Podcast aims to bring together experts and change-makers to discuss crucial issues in creating a literate world, such as ac...
Beyond Words - Episode Highlights (April 2023)
07 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Beyond words, the Literacy Podcast aims to bring together experts and change-makers to discuss crucial issues in creating a literate world, such as ac...
What I've Learnt - Autumn Series Gems (May - June)
30 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hi, Welcome to the What I’ve Learnt podcastFrom food to fashion and art to music we’ve got you covered. We wanted to highlight some amazing moment...
Beyond Words - March Episode Highlights (2023)
23 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Beyond words, the Literacy Podcast aims to bring together experts and change-makers to discuss crucial issues in creating a literate world, such as ac...
What I've Learnt - Kerri Sackville
16 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
“I was alone in the middle of a forest, hanging from a zipline fifty metres above the ground. This was not within my comfort zone: I am a suburban m...
Beyond Words - Yasmine Sherif
09 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Yasmine Sherif, the Executive Director of Education Cannot Wait (ECW) – the United Nation’s global fund for education in emergencies and protrac...
What I've Learnt - Silva Mcleod
02 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Silva McLeod This is the life story of Silva Mcleod, the first Tongan woman to become an airline pilot. She’s still one of only a handful. Told by ...
Beyond Words - Madison Franquiz
26 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Madi Franquiz Youth Ambassador At just 25 years old, Madi Franquiz stood on the floor of the United Nations 77th General Assembly to advocate for ki...
What I've Learnt - Autumn Series Gems (March - April)
19 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hi, Welcome to the What I’ve Learnt podcastFrom food to fashion and art to music we’ve got you covered. We wanted to highlight some amazing moment...
Beyond Words - Mona Jolly and Mussarat (Musi) Quereshi
12 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mona Jolly and Mussarat Quereshi PwC New York Guided by purpose to build trust in society and solve important problems, the PWC community in NYC k...
What I've Learnt - Kate Ceberano
06 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Revered Melbourne artist Kate Ceberano’s ruby anniversary finds her at the dawn of a new era. Kates 30th album, My Life Is A Symphony, released thi...
Beyond Words - Samantha Sida
21 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Well fresh from joining the powerhouse World Literacy Summit at Oxford in the UK featuring speakers and guests from over 85 countries and hundreds of ...
What I've Learnt - Ilana Maizels
14 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ilana says “My birthday was coming up and I never celebrate my birthday normally, but for my 50th I said, ‘This is one I want to spend with my fri...
What I've Learnt - Elia Donati
07 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Elia Donati is a passionate young entrepreneur who has a deep appreciation for his Italian heritage and the power of food to bring people together.Hav...
Beyond words - Frances Corcoran & Selena Whitehead (Amazing People Schools)
30 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Amazing people inspire us to challenge ourselves. This Literacy story went global in many media outlets as it was so inspiring.Amazing People Schools ...
Beyond Words - Kishan Gopal (Tata Consultancy Services)
23 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Kishan Gopal (Tata literacy Services)With almost a million beneficiaries in 17 states of India the TATA adult literacy program is transformative.The...
What I've Learnt - Summer Series Gems (January-Febuary) (2023)
20 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hi, Welcome to the What I’ve Learnt podcastI am Luke, one of the producers for the show. As a producer I live my work and helping Deborah and our te...
What I've Learnt - Kate Legge
13 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Kate Legge Three decades into her marriage, journalist Kate Legge discovered that her husband, the Maserati-driving media executive Greg Hywood, was ...
Beyond Words - Kyle Wallgren
10 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
He’s On a literacy mission and is an investor in Edsoma a powerful literacy APP.The world has experienced a shift since the pandemic broke out. Now,...
Beyond Words - Tom Richardson
03 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tom RichardsonChief Executive OfficerLiteracy Planet Tom is on a mission to transform the way people learn. He is humbled to be leading the Literacy ...
What I've Learnt - Sophie Walker
20 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sophie Walker Australian Birth Stories Nearly 300,000 women give birth in Australia each year and one third of them describe their birth experience ...
What I've Learnt - Dr Alison Thompson OAM (2023)
13 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
From the recent battlefields of Ukraine to the refugee camps of Greece and Syria, Dr. Alison Thompson has spent more than two decades helping those wh...
What I've Learnt - Dr. Ginni Mansberg (2023)
06 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Taking care of our brain as we age is a critical choice ..Save Your Brain is a new book by renowned By Dr Ginni Mansberg, In it she provides simple st...
What I've Learnt - Rita Reichman
23 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Australian born pianist Rita Reichman began her performance career as a 3 year old child prodigy, the performance being on ABC TV.She has had an extra...
What I've Learnt - Summer Series Gems (November/December)
26 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hi, Welcome to the What I’ve Learnt podcastI am Luke, one of the producers for the show. As a producer I live my work and helping Deborah and our te...
What I've Learnt - Dr Alison Thompson OAM
12 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Alison Thompson OAM When the planes flew into the twin towers in New York City on September 11 2001, rather than lock her doors and stay inside, D...
What I've Learnt - Dr. Rick Hodes
05 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
“Whoever saves a single life is considered by Scripture to have saved the whole world.”Dr. Rick Hodes is JDC’s medical director in Ethiopia.JD...
What I've Learnt - Performer Gems (2022)
03 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hi, Welcome to the What I’ve Learnt podcastI am Luke, one of the producers for the show. As a producer I love our work and helping Deborah and our...
What I've Learnt - Writer's Gems (2022)
21 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hi, Welcome to the What I’ve Learnt podcastI am Luke, one of the producers for the show. As a producer I live my work and helping Deborah and our te...
What I've Learnt - Kim Krejus & Sigrid Thornton
14 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Australians actors have always been Uber talented but they’re having a big moment in the sun with the likes of Margot Robbie, Cate Blanchett, Hugh J...
What I've Learnt - Artist Gems (2022)
07 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hi, Welcome to the What I’ve Learnt podcastI am Luke, one of the producers for the show. As a producer I live my work and helping Deborah and our te...
What I've Learnt - Spring Series Gems (October)
31 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hi, Welcome to the What I’ve Learnt podcastI am Luke, one of the producers for the show. As a producer I live my work and helping Deborah and our te...
What I've Learnt - Lisa Bolte (Australian Ballet)
24 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Lisa BolteWho hasn’t swooned watching ballets Swan Lake and recently I saw Romeo and Juliet so breathtaking .. now featuring on at The Australian Ba...