Grow - 2 D’s Weekly News and Discussions Channel

Hosts Dave and Daryl return live to recap their travels, share Grow updates (new channels, program resources, and listener stats), and highlight Odd Socks Day and Mental Health Month as they discuss community stories of hope and recovery. They thank volunteers, invite testimony submissions and feedback, and encourage listeners to get involved or contact Grow via the website for more information.

Lindy interviews single mother Claudia who was overwhelmed with post-natal depression, guilt, trauma and depression and her remarkable journey to Grow and its online e-Group meeting. 

Lindy interviews Lauren and discusses her Recovery journey as part of Grow's unique Semi-rural residential rehabilitation community in South West Sydney. From 'ice' addiction to rehab resident then full circle to becoming a rehab worker Lauren is a real story of success and persistence.

Lindy interviews Nick and discusses his undiagnosed childhood mental health issues which lead to episodes of psychosis and hospitalisation. Then trace his deliberate decision to breakthrough to being a valued and valuable member of his community and not limited by the 'diagnosis' . 

Lindy chats to Peter about his hospitalisation for mental health on top of other health issues. Plus how he's now active and contributing to his own and others recovery while balancing time with a young family. 

Dave and Darryl introduce Con Keogh, one of the original co-founders of Grow Australia. This talk given circa 1991 at Grow's National Leadership days, outlines the origins of Grow leadership development as a concept and then its practice in the newly formed '8 Characteristics of leadership' in Grow. Although advancing a little in age at this point Con is still a dynamic and charismatic speaker ful...

This episode briefly outlines Grow's deep history, pre-dating the terms, of building a Mental Health Program based fully on the Co-design process. Additionally, ensuring that lived experience of mental illness was and still is, present at EVERY level of governance at Grow from the local weekly group to the National Board.

Explore the essence of leadership within the GROW program. Join us for an engaging discussion on how leadership in GROW is more about function than position, and how self-activation through mutual help can inspire personal growth and recovery. Discover real-life examples of leadership in action. Learn how members of GROW groups share progress reports, chair meetings, and provide support through th...

Darryl and Dave give a brief introduction to The Personal testimony in Grow - its purpose and history, how to's and development

In this episode hosts Dave and Daryl interview Robert, a long-time Grow program worker, about Grow’s custodial groups in Victorian correctional facilities. They discuss the program’s history, how groups are run inside prisons, leadership by participants, and the benefits for wellbeing and prison safety. The conversation highlights recovery stories, leader training, transition support, and how Grow...

Hosts Dave and Darryl share updates from the 2 D's Grow Podcast, including listener statistics (strong growth in Victoria and Tasmania, international downloads) and local news from their gardens and community. They discuss Professor Julian Rapoport’s research showing dramatically lower hospitalization days for GROW members and highlight GROW’s new impact report summarizing history, research, and o...

Hosts Dave and Darryl share the latest GROW news: expanding listener stats (including WA and Tasmania), a successful hybrid leadership weekend with social events and new members, updates on training resources, and shout-outs to volunteers getting support. They also tease research findings—highlighting a long-term study showing reduced hospitalisation for GROW attendees—and invite listeners to comp...

Dave and Daryl welcome Anne Cherry, GROW’s Executive Manager of Marketing, Impact and Partnerships, to discuss her journey into the not-for-profit sector, the newly completed impact report, and the challenges of measuring long-term recovery. They cover marketing and website goals, Google Ad Grants, membership growth, the need for sustained funding versus short-term programs, and a few light-hearte...

Hosts Dave and Daryl discuss how winter and weather affect mental health, the importance of Step Seven (physical self-care) in recovery, and simple actions like getting sunlight, walking, and reaching out to others. They also share podcast listener stats, promote Oddsocks Day to raise awareness and break stigma, talk about decluttering and travel preparations, and tease upcoming interviews and res...

In Episode 30 Dave and Daryl share Grow news and updates: a new group opening in Goulburn, NAIDOC Week activities, funding support for WA Grow groups, and end-of-financial-year wrap-ups. They also revisit Grow history with the story of W. Clement Stone’s influence, discuss staying connected during the winter months, and offer reminders about checking in with members and local groups.

Episode 29 of the 2Ds Grow podcast features hosts Dave and Daryl sharing weekly banter, updates on listener stats and events, and links to Grow resources. The main segment traces the history of Grow’s fieldworker role — from Con’s early roving visits and safaris through the development of training teams and the shift to modern program workers. The episode mixes personal stories, community news, an...

Hosts Dave and Daryl catch up with community news, personal updates and highlights from the Grow movement. They announce the migration of 30 training podcasts to a dedicated Training & Resources channel, discuss the Yellow Book refresh (the proposed Orange Book rewrite), leadership meetings and the NSW leadership weekend, and encourage members to contribute and attend local leadership sessions...

Hosts Dave and Daryl cover the latest Grow community news — from Burwood Group awards and National Reconciliation Week activities to local fundraising and events. Dave also shares a history segment on co-founder Renee’s journey from addiction to helping start GROW, plus quick updates and shout-outs from around the network.

Hosts Dave and Daryl return for Episode 26 to catch up after a break, sharing stories about recent renovations, weather-related challenges and a tragic rescue that highlights the courage of volunteers. They discuss the vital role of volunteerism in GROW, strategies for rebuilding and promoting local groups, upcoming updates to the Yellow Book (potentially becoming an Orange Book), and resources li...

Hosts Dave and Daryl share news from the Grow community, highlight the Stories of Hope channel and program training, and celebrate rising listener numbers. They also chat about personal updates (renovations and golf), upcoming organiser/recorder training, op‑shop volunteering, leadership literature reviews, and the upcoming "Illuminating Hope, Inclusion and Connection" conference. Contact details...

Hosts Dave and Daryl discuss episode highlights: a 50% increase in downloads, listeners in 27 countries, a new Program Training & Resources channel, and tips for starting and running both in-person and online Grow groups. They also share a historical look at why Grow chose the “Recovery” name, announce a presentation at the THEMHS mental health conference, and invite listener questions and fee...

The episode covers Grow updates: a new Program Training & Resources podcast channel with uploaded episodes, an upcoming review of core readings (the "blue" and "green" books now on Kindle), Group organiser and Recorder training weekends, and a South Australian 'Red Faces' fundraiser supporting Youth Get Growing Groups. Listeners are invited to subscribe and send local Grow news via the Grow we...

Episode 22 of the 2D's Grow podcast covers recent community weekends, rising listenership around the world (notably Vietnam, the U.S. and Australia), and a detailed discussion on GROW hospital orientations. Hosts Dave and Daryl share a personal story about the impact of hospital visits, explain how orientations work, why staff relationships matter, and encourage organisers, recorders and listeners...

Hosts Dave and Daryl share Grow news including a major residential rehab expansion in northern New South Wales, a planned podcast feed rename, and strong growth in listeners and downloads. The episode also features guest Ross talking about the value of community weekends, how camps build friendships and reduce isolation, and practical ways Grow supports recovery.

Hosts Dave and Daryl bring Episode 20 of the 2D's Grow podcast, sharing community updates, growing international listenership, and the importance of peer-written literature and leadership meetings in the Grow recovery program. They explain the origin of the name Grow, encourage members to submit papers and stay connected to local groups, and emphasise how sharing personal stories supports recovery...