Best AHS Communications Podcasts (2025)

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"Neurotypical People lack Insight into Autistic Communication" | Sharon Whip, Neurodiversity Consultant - Ep 036 32:07

20d ago32:07

32:07

Welcome to Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta. In this episode, we have our first returning guest in Sharon, from Team Cohesion to discuss some of the differences in communication styles between neurotypical and neurodivergent communication styles. Sharon outlines that in order to create effective communication channels it is the responsibility…

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"Life Doesn’t Stop Just Because it’s Hard" | atWork Australia Client Georgia - Ep 035 18:40

1M ago18:40

18:40

Welcome to another episode of Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta. How much do you know about Tourette's Syndrome? In this episode, host Shaun meets atWork Australia client, Georgia, who speaks openly about her experience living with tourettes. Georgia talks us through the difficult time of receiving her diagnosis, the challenges she has faced d…

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Episode 3 - Stories That Spark Change - Our Experience with Food Is Our Medicine 22:44

1M ago22:44

22:44

In this episode, host Stephanie Cox, Provincial Practice Lead with Professional Education & Practice, sits down with Sarah Frank Nichols, Provincial Lead with Public Health Nutrition, to explore their shared experiences with the "Food is Our Medicine" learning journey. They reflect on the:• personal and professional impact of the course,• importanc…

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"We Focus on Attitude and Willingness to Learn" | Ben from ahs hospitality - Ep 034 16:37

1M ago16:37

16:37

Welcome to another episode of Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta. In this episode, we shine the light on one of atWork Australia's employer partners, ahs hospitality, in recognition of their commitment to creating a truly inclusive workplace that is supportive of people from all backgrounds. ahs hospitality are one of Australia's largest provid…

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"Employment is Important in Improving Mental Health" | Galit B, Wellness Advisor - Ep 033 50:12

2M ago50:12

50:12

Welcome to another episode of Candid Conversation with Shaun Pianta. In this episode, host Shaun chats with atWork Australia's Principal Advisor - Health and Wellness Services, Galit Bailey. Galit has spent multiple decades working in employment services, supporting people with mental health concerns to work through their challenges to find life ch…

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"I Want to do Something Rewarding, Where I can Help People" | Suzan A - Ep 032 15:23

2M ago15:23

15:23

Welcome to another episode of Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta. In this episode, host Shaun chats with Job Coach, Suzan about her journey with atWork Australia. Suzan came to atWork Australia at a challenging time in her life. Due to her health concerns, she was forced to re-evaluate her working career. Suzan came to atWork Australia as a cli…

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Episode 2: Next-Gen Dietitians - A Fearless Conversation with Heidi Bates 33:00

2M ago33:00

33:00

In this episode, Jennifer Alexander, Program Director with Nutrition Services, sits down with Heidi Bates, Director of the Integrated Dietetic Internship Program at the University of Alberta. Heidi shares:• her journey to become a leader in field of dietetics,• what it means to be “fierce” in our profession, and• the exciting changes taking place a…

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Connecting Care with technology and AI 36:30

2M ago36:30

36:30

Debbie Pinter, Connect Care Clinical Informatics Officer, helps us unpack the technology on the tip of everyone’s tongue: Artificial Intelligence. Find out how our powerful EMR is already setting Alberta nurses up for success.By Alberta Health Services

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"I Could Never Interact at School With the Other Kids" | Kerryn Burgoyne - Ep 031 36:11

3M ago36:11

36:11

Welcome to another episode of Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta. In this episode, host Shaun meets Kerryn, the founder and director of Ktalk. At the age of 30, Kerryn was diagnosed with Autism. Kerryn openly talks about the challenges she has face in her life, through her school years and the barriers she's faced trying to find employment. Due…

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Episode 1 Title: Does food impact mood? 23:24

3M ago23:24

23:24

In this podcast, Lisa Mowers, AHS Provincial Practice Lead, dives into the question, "Does food impact mood?". She is joined by Dr. Elnaz Vaghef Mehrabani, a seasoned nutrition researcher who is currently working as a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Calgary and is an instructor at Athabasca University and Mount Royal University.Some of…

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"They Gave me the Confidence to Think I can do This" | atWork Australia Client Guy - Ep 030 43:04

3M ago43:04

43:04

Welcome to another episode of Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta. Every client who comes to atWork Australia has had a unique journey. The support and guidance they receive must be tailored to their individual experience and career goals. In this episode, host Shaun is joined by atWork Australia client, Guy. Guy has had a long and successful wo…

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"I Love the way People Look at me now that I’m Working" | atWork Australia Client Ryan - Ep 029 28:16

3M ago28:16

28:16

Welcome to another episode of Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta. In this episode, host Shaun is joined by atWork Australia client, Ryan. Employment plays a significant role in our lives. It can provide structure, routine and creates a foundation which allows us live our life on our own terms. For a person who has spent time in incarceration, e…

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"It’s Okay to not be Okay" | Sarah A - Ep 028 24:54

4M ago24:54

24:54

Welcome to another episode of Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta. In this episode, host Shaun is joined by atWork Australia's Registered Psychologist and Wellness Advisor, Sarah, to discuss anxiety. We can all experience anxiety in different aspects of our lives and healthy anxiety can have a positive influence on performance. However, when anx…

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"Mum you Need to ask for Help" | atWork Australia Client Jasmine - Ep 027 26:08

4M ago26:08

26:08

Welcome to a special episode of Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta. This episode is to recognise International Women's Day, 8th March. International Women’s Day is a great opportunity to recognise and celebrate the incredible contributions that women make in our workplace, communities and to making the world a better place. By engaging in these…

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"You will Leave Being a Better Version of Yourself" | atWork Australia Client Josh - Ep 026 48:20

4M ago48:20

48:20

Welcome to another episode of Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta. In this episode, Shaun speaks with atWork Australia client, Josh, and WOW, this man has a story to tell. From the very beginning of Josh's life, he was forced to be resilient and faced challenges that no child should ever have too. Not long after birth, Josh was sent to live with…

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"I do a lot of lip Reading"| Katy A - Ep 025 18:35

5M ago18:35

18:35

Welcome to another episode of Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta, the first of 2025! Shaun chatted with Job Coach Katy about her new role with atWork Australia. Katy has an extensive employment history across a number of industries from landscaping, mechanic, supermarkets, cheese factory and even working at the zoo! Katy opens up about her choi…

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Back to the Future 38:06

6M ago38:06

38:06

In this episode, Vickie and Tyler talk about the last quarter century in nursing and what may come in future! Nursing is unique profession. At AHS, our first contact with nurses begins in their student rotation, continues through their new grad orientation, and throughout their career into informal and formal leadership roles. What better way to un…

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In our prescriber era 35:00

6M ago35:00

35:00

In this episode, Vickie and Tyler interview Shannon Falsetti, a Nurse Clinician with the Medicine Program Improvement and Integration Network (PIN) and a pioneer in RN prescribing at AHS. Nursing is unique profession. At AHS, our first contact with nurses begins in their student rotation, continues through their new grad orientation, and throughout…

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Thankyou for Listening! Holiday Reset 1:16

7M ago1:16

1:16

Thank you for listening! As we prepare to wrap up the first year of Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta, the atWork Australia podcast team would like to thank everyone for listening, sharing our episodes on social media and continuing to support us while we launch this podcast. We have had a lot of fun sharing the inspiring stories of our client…

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"People are Desperately Trying to get Food for Their Families"| Belinda from OzHarvest - Ep 024 33:28

7M ago33:28

33:28

Welcome to Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta. For the last episode of 2025, Shaun sat down with Belinda from OzHarvest to learn more about the organisation. OzHarvest is one of Australia's leading food rescue organisations, providing relief to some of the most vulnerable members of the community. Belinda shares her journey with OzHarvest, how …

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"We Support Women to Feel Confident" | Natalie from Dress for Success WA - Ep 023 18:14

7M ago18:14

18:14

Welcome to Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta. In this episode, host Shaun is joined by Dress for Success Western Australia CEO, Natalie. Dress for Success Western Australia is a registered charity that is part of a global movement of change, empowering women to obtain economic independence by providing them with work-appropriate attire, job su…

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"In a 10 Year Period, I had 300 Hospital Admissions" | atWork Australia Client Natalie - Ep 022 50:22

8M ago50:22

50:22

Welcome to Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta. In this episode, atWork Australia client, Natalie, speaks openly about her challenges with diabetes. From being diagnosed as a young adult, her fears of the unknown and how this diagnosis was going to impact her future. Natalie shares some terrifying situations that led her to being hospitalised le…

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"There’s Always Help Available" | atWork Australia Client Jackson - Ep 021 19:56

8M ago19:56

19:56

Welcome to another episode of Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta. Today, November 19 marks International Men's Day. November is widely known as men's health awareness month with multiple initiatives such as Movember and International Men's Day being special dates in the calendar. Both initiatives have a similar vision - promoting the health cha…

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"Just Communicate" | Sharon Whip, Neurodiversity Consultant - Ep 020 1:12:00

8M ago1:12:00

1:12:00

Welcome to Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta. In this episode, host Shaun sits down with neurodiversity expert, Sharon, from Team Cohesion to discuss neurodiversity in the workplace. After spending many years working across a variety of projects related to supporting people living with neurological developmental disorders in the workplace and …

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"We Believe Everyone Should be Seen" | Stacey from Compass Group - Ep 019 13:56

9M ago13:56

13:56

Welcome to Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta. In this episode, host Shaun sits down with Stacey from Compass Group, who are one of Australia's largest food and support service companies. From this discussion it was clear that both atWork Australia and Compass Group have a shared goal - to support people from all backgrounds into meaningful and…

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"If I can do it, Anyone can" | atWork Australia Client Raymond - Ep 018 28:21

9M ago28:21

28:21

Welcome to another episode of Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta. Todays guest is atWork Australia client, Raymond, is a proud Indigenous man who is very passionate about his work in the Aged Care industry. Raymond has worked a variety of jobs through out his life, but his true passion lies with supporting others. In 2021 he was diagnosed with …

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"I Just Needed to Make Consistent Changes" | atWork Australia Client Shane - Ep 017 30:07

10M ago30:07

30:07

Welcome back to another episode of Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta. Today's guest, Shane, has made remarkable changes in his life. After experiencing some challenging times throughout his life, as a coping strategy Shane resorted to substance abuse, only making his situation worse. As Shane's life spiraled out of control, he wound up in pris…

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"We are all Human, we are not Perfect" | Rozy D - Ep 016 16:15

10M ago16:15

16:15

Welcome to another episode of Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta. In this episode, Shaun speaks with one of atWork Australia's incredible Job Coaches, Rozy. Throughout the episode you can hear the passion, and genuine excitement that Rozy has for her job. She loves being able to support others to find employment they love. Her dedication to her…

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"It was war, so we left" | atWork Australia Client Bassam - Ep 015 12:19

10M ago12:19

12:19

Welcome to another episode of Candid Conversation with Shaun Pianta. In this episode we are joined with atWork Australia client, Bassam. Throughout the episode, he shares his life journey, shedding light into what it is like to be a part of the Iraqi military and fleeing his home country in search of a safer life. Bassam and his family were living …

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"It is Very Easy to Help Others, but not Yourself" | Vanessa L - Ep 014 34:20

10M ago34:20

34:20

Welcome to another episode of Candid Conversation with Shaun Pianta. I think we should give this episodes guest, Vanessa, a massive round of applause for her courage and vulnerability. She openly speaks about her trauma, in the hope it can help others to navigate the journey through their own challenges. Vanessa had traumatic past which led her lif…

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"He has Been Kicking Goals Ever Since" | atWork Australia Client Nick - Ep 013 17:07

10M ago17:07

17:07

Welcome to another episode of Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta. This week we are joined with atWork Australia and NDIS client, Nick and his Dad, Peter. Our very first father and son duo! After reflecting on the episode, the standout message for me is the power of tailored support and a strong support system. The combination of the both leads …

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"I feel like I belong" | atWork Australia Client Scott - Ep 012 24:18

12M ago24:18

24:18

Welcome to another episode of Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta. Well, what can we say about our next guest, Scott? The first thing that comes to mind is, the world would be a much better place if everyone was as kind, caring and shared his genuine passion for helping others as much as he does. His genuine love for life, and his job really shi…

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Celebrating NAIDOC Week | Cale M - Ep 011 23:27

12M ago23:27

23:27

Welcome to a special edition of Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta. This special episode reflects on NAIDOC week as we celebrate and recognise the history, culture, and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. This year’s theme chosen by the National NAIDOC Committee, is Keep the Fire Burning! Blak, Loud & Proud. Our guest…

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Special Episode – Meet Your Host | Shaun P - Ep 010 44:20

1y ago44:20

44:20

Welcome to the 10th edition of Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta! In this special edition episode, by popular demand, you will be getting to know me, and my story! To assist in facilitating this episode, I am joined by my colleagues - Lina Martini and Sam Macfarlane, who will be asking all the questions that we have received through our Q&A bo…

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"Diversity in Hiring Should go Beyond the Conventional" | Jessica from TSA Group - Ep 009 19:31

1y ago19:31

19:31

Welcome to Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta. In this episode, host Shaun speaks with Jessica about the wonderful relationship between TSA Group and atWork Australia. At the time of recording this episode TSA Group has employed 71 atWork Australia clients. Shaun and Jessica discuss the benefits of hiring a diverse and inclusive workforce, the …

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"That was my Wakeup call" | atWork Australia Client Dimitros - Ep 008 22:22

1y ago22:22

22:22

Welcome to Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta. In today's episode, host Shaun speaks with one of atWork Australia's clients, Dimitrios, who does not know where he would be if it was not for his Job Coach, Rozy. She changed his life. While reflecting on his life journey, Dimitrios took us back to the point where his life began spiraling out of c…

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"That was the Start of 36 Years of Addiction for Me" | atWork Australia Client Desi - Ep 007 35:28

1y ago35:28

35:28

Welcome to Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta. In today's episode, host Shaun, had the pleasure of speaking with atWork Australia client, Desi. She shares insight into her life, one of drug addiction and dependence and how getting the right support at the right time truly is life changing. Desi speaks on not only her darkest days, the moments s…

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"You Don’t Realise how Strong You are Until You Have to be"| atWork Australia Client Naomi - Ep 006 21:15

1y ago21:15

21:15

Welcome to Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta. Today's guest, Naomi is an absolute warrior. The journey she has been on, the challenges she has faced and overcome is remarkable. My first thought when chatting with Naomi was...Does she have more hours in her day? In this episode we chat with Naomi, a previous atWork Australia client. Naomi is a …

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Nursing Week 2024: From Bedside to Hilltop, Charting the Way 39:14

1y ago39:14

39:14

In this episode, Vickie and Tyler interview Justin Burkett, Assistant Professor at the University of Calgary and Board Chair with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta.By Alberta Health Services

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"The Right fit for the Right Job" | Trevor P - Ep 005 21:47

1y ago21:47

21:47

Welcome to Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta. Here at atWork Australia, we believe that with the right support, everyone is capable of employment. Work is for everyone. In this episode we chat with Trevor, one of atWork Australia's In-Work Support Coaches. Trevor takes us through his career journey and how he supports our clients to thrive in …

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"Neuro-diversity is About People not Things" | Orion Kelly - Ep 004 44:58

1y ago44:58

44:58

Welcome to Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta. In this episode we get to meet Orion Kelly. Orion is an Author, Advocate, Actor, Youtuber, Podcaster and Keynote Speaker. Throughout the episode, he talks about how we all can create a neuro-inclusive workplace that supports people who are neuro-divergent to thrive. Orion also speaks on his own exp…

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Mental Wellness Moment — ADHD in adults 3:20

1+ y ago3:20

3:20

In this Mental Wellness Moment, Dr. Nicholas Mitchell — Provincial Medical Director for Addiction and Mental Health with Alberta Health Services — explains why more adults are being diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, and how ADHD differs in adults compared to in children.By Alberta Health Services

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"Give Them a go" | atWork Australia Client Peter - Ep 003 13:03

1+ y ago13:03

13:03

Welcome to Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta. Wow, what a story. After 30 plus years in the workforce, no one would of blamed atWork Australia client, Peter, for wanting to put his feet up and cruise into retirement. However, that's not the case. At 62 years old, Peter was recovering from serious health concerns. Despite his health barriers, P…

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“Getting People to Where They Want to be is What it is all About” | Kaylee R – Ep 002 11:26

1+ y ago11:26

11:26

Welcome to the second episode of Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta. In this episode we get to meet atWork Australia's General Manager for Disability Employment Services, Kaylee. She shares some inspiring stories of how employment has changed people’s lives and touches on the importance of a diverse workforce. Kaylee speaks about her own career…

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Mental Wellness Moment — Supports and resources for mental health recovery 3:38

1+ y ago3:38

3:38

In this Mental Wellness Moment, Dr. Nicholas Mitchell — Provincial Medical Director of Addiction and Mental Health with AHS — discusses what mental health recovery looks like, and the resources and supports available along the way.By Alberta Health Services

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"People on the Spectrum Just Learn Things Differently" | Michael Theo - Ep 001 15:05

1+ y ago15:05

15:05

Welcome to the very first episode of Candid Conversations with Shaun Pianta - we are so glad you are here! The podcast is hosted by atWork Australia Brand Ambassador and Paralympian, Shaun Pianta. This podcast aims to share the incredible stories of atWork Australia clients, as they show courage and determination to overcome their barriers to find …

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Mental Wellness Moment — Risk factors for men’s suicide 3:23

1+ y ago3:23

3:23

In this Mental Wellness Moment, Dr. Nicholas Mitchell — AHS Provincial Medical Director for Addiction and Mental Health — discusses risk factors for men’s suicide and what can be done to reduce those risks.By Alberta Health Services

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Mental Wellness Moment — Understanding signs and types of eating disorders 3:31

1+ y ago3:31

3:31

February is Eating Disorder Awareness Month. In this Mental Wellness Moment, Dr. Nicholas Mitchell — Provincial Medical Director of Addictions and Mental Health with Alberta Health Services — discusses the different types of eating disorders and how people develop them.By Alberta Health Services

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Mental Wellness Moment — Dealing with shorter days and longer nights 2:25

1+ y ago2:25

2:25

In this Mental Wellness Moment, Dr. Nicholas Mitchell — Provincial Medical Director for Addiction and Mental Health with Alberta Health Services — talks about how shorter days can affect one's mental health and what can be done to prevent the 'winter blues.'By Alberta Health Services

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Mental Wellness Moment — How to set attainable New Year's resolutions 3:09

1+ y ago3:09

3:09

In this Mental Wellness Moment, Dr. Nicholas Mitchell — Provincial Medical Director of Addiction and Mental Health with Alberta Health Services — talks about how too set attainable New Year's resolutions.By Alberta Health Services

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