Support 4 Employment Podcast

In Episode 47 of the S4E Podcast, Scott is joined by Josh and Perla from Hampton East School to interview special guest Joe Licastro, founder and owner of Wayne Cleaning Systems. Joe shares the story of building the business from a small family operation in 1982 into a major Victorian cleaning and facilities company employing hundreds of people and working with organisations including V/Line, gove...

In Episode 46 of the S4E Podcast, Scott is joined by Asha, Connor, Jasper and Roman from Hampton East School to interview special guest Caroline White, representative for Caruana Ward on Kingston City Council and local small-business owner. Caroline shares her journey from growing up in Aspendale and running her own dance studio to stepping into local government. The conversation explores what she...

In Episode 45 of the S4E Podcast, Scott is joined by Josh, Nicholas and Perla from Hampton East School for a relaxed conversation focused on getting to know them a little better. The group talks about future careers, personal growth, challenges they’ve overcome, how they learn best, the people who have influenced them, and what they hope life might look like in the years ahead. There is also plent...

In this episode, the Hampton East students are joined by Melbourne musician, educator, producer and performer Robi Parolin. With more than 30 years in the music industry, Robi shares stories from performing and touring around the world, teaching future musicians, working alongside major Australian artists, and his latest chapter as THERADIOMUSICOLA. The conversation covers career lessons, the chan...

In this episode, Athan, Harry and Jasper from Hampton East School are joined by special guest David Wilton, founder of Wiltons Cookies. David shares the story behind building a successful Australian family business, from humble beginnings to supplying handmade cookies, honeybreads and slices to hundreds of cafés and hospitality businesses across the country. Together, they explore what it takes to...

Hampton East School returns to the show! In Episode 42, Athan, Harry and Jasper kick off the first episode of our new Hampton East series. We catch up on what has changed since their last visit, their plans for life after school, favourite memories of S4E, and the skills they hope to build as they prepare for the future. Over the coming weeks, different Hampton East students will step behind the m...

Wilf Sweetland returns to the S4E Podcast for a part two of his interview, joining his daughter Tobi and co-host Tyren for a deeper conversation about creativity, career growth and the future of the film industry. This episode explores career highs and lows, life as Tobi’s dad, advice for young creatives, and practical pathways into filmmaking through programs like Bus Stop Films and Inclusively M...

In this episode, Kai and Tyren sit down with special guest Mario Butera, Director and Auctioneer at Woodards Northcote, to explore an extraordinary career spanning more than 50 years in the real estate industry. From starting as a 17-year-old salesperson in 1974 to becoming a respected leader in residential and commercial property, Mario shares the lessons, challenges and experiences that have sha...

This week on the S4E Podcast, Zara and Tyren are joined by Wilf Sweetland, Managing Partner of Exit Films and father of S4E intern and podcast host Tobi. Wilf shares his journey from starting at Exit Films as a runner in 1998 to becoming a respected leader across film, advertising and creative production. His career has included senior roles with Sweetshop, MADC, Humans of Agriculture, FRED, Adver...

This week on the S4E Podcast, Ryan and Tyren sit down with Rebecca Auriant, Director of ADRA Victoria, for an inspiring conversation about compassion, community, and making a difference in the lives of others. Rebecca shares her journey through humanitarian work, the mission of ADRA, and the challenges of supporting people experiencing hardship both locally and around the world. The discussion exp...

This week on the S4E Podcast, Tobi, Zara, and Tyren join us for a thoughtful and honest conversation about work, responsibility, personal growth, and navigating the challenges of the modern world. Making their on-camera debut, interns Tobi and Tyren share what life has been like stepping into employment at S4E, balancing responsibilities, building confidence, and learning what it means to be part...

This week on the S4E Podcast, Felix and Zara sit down with special guest Inspector Paul Gauci, a highly respected member of the Victorian Police Force with over 40 years of experience across frontline operations, investigations, and leadership roles. From major disaster response efforts including Black Saturday, the 2020 Bushfires, and COVID-19, to high-pressure operations like the Australian Open...

This week on the S4E Podcast, Abby, Alyssa and Felix (and Tobi... technically) come together for another episode as we settle into our new podcast studio at the Westall Community Hub. We catch up with Felix, who has stepped into an internship roles at S4E. Alyssa returns to the mic with updates on her pop choir journey and childcare role, while Abby reflects on her growth as a second-year particip...

The S4E Podcast continues in its new video format, bringing new energy, personality and conversations to the table. This week, Preeti returns to the mic, joined by first-time guests Nathaniel and Ryan. We get to know our new participants, from their school journeys and interests outside S4E to the careers they hope to pursue in the future. The conversation moves from long-weekend highlights, to wh...

The S4E Podcast returns with an exciting new upgrade, we’re now in video. For the first time, viewers can see the conversations unfold around the table, bringing more personality, reactions and energy to the show. It also marks the beginning of bigger plans for 2026, including special guests from outside the organisation being interviewed by our participants. To launch the new format, we welcome t...

In one of the last episodes for 2025, we finally get the elusive Eric on the mic, as he introduces himself, his hobbies and what he does outside of S4E. Teearna reflects on the emotions and lessons that came with moving house yet again, while Bailey chats about Christmas plans and what the break ahead looks like. The conversation wraps up with reflections on the S4E Christmas party, goals for the...

In this episode, Jazmin, Teearna and Felix join the show for a thoughtful mix of fun stories and deeper conversations about growth, mindset and opportunity. The trio opens up about their chance to intern with S4E, the surprising 'hot takes' they stand by, and the things in people they wish they could instantly understand. A reflective, honest, and engaging chat with three voices finding th...

This week we're dusting off an old test episode from the archives, featuring some familiar co-hosts. Aidan imagines which planet he’d visit if NASA sent him into the solar system, Malcolm weighs up joining the Red Nose Day challenge, and Jacob reveals what Lego build he’s tackling now that the Titanic is complete. We also dive into some fun but meaningful questions, like what people often get...

In this short episode, we dive deep into imagination with returning guests Zara , Felix , and Jacob . This week’s conversation pushes beyond the usual topics and explores the bigger questions... We begin with a mind-bender: what would people discover if they could read your thoughts for 10 minutes? From there, the group opens up about traits they admire in others, the inventions that would reshape...

This week’s episode welcomes back Charlie and Felix, joined by Davith, one of S4E’s workshop mentors who’s gone full circle from participant to staff member. Together, the trio dive into a mix of personal reflection, creativity, and growth. Felix shares his latest restaurant recommendations, Charlie talks about the challenges of juggling two jobs, and Davith walks us through his inspiring educatio...

This week, returning guests Teearna and Nathan are joined by newcomer Devante, one of S4E’s newest participants and a keen reader with a fascination for the supernatural. Together, the trio dive into outdated social expectations and vanishing jobs of the future, personal growth, challenges, and passions outside of S4E. Teearna reflects on building confidence in her job search, Nathan talks us thro...

In this special double-feature finale, we wrap up Hampton East’s journey with not one, but two conversations that celebrate growth, creativity, and reflection. In part one, returning guests Jai and Veenayak are joined by their teacher Manoli, who shares his career story, from his very first job to becoming an educator and mentor. The group explores what students can teach teachers and even dream u...

In this episode, returning voices Bailey and Nathan sit down with one of S4E's directors Neil, the visionary behind our AI Media and Micro-business programs. With over two decades of experience in business, technology, and disability employment, Neil shares how he and Lou founded Support 4 Employment, the lessons he’s learned through business ownership, and how AI is reshaping the future of work f...

In this week’s episode, we welcome Jasper and Jai back to the mic, joined by newcomer Josh; a passionate gamer and Marvel Rivals fan. Together, the trio dive into everything from nostalgia-filled gaming memories to what it really means to be independent. They share honest reflections on self-pride, role models, and what’s overrated in today’s culture, while offering feedback on their experience as...

In this episode, we’re joined by returning hosts Tobi and Felix, as well as our newest addition to the cast, Jazmin. Together they share a mix of travel stories, work experiences, and Grand Final predictions. Jazmin shares the highs and unexpected moments from her recent trip through the UK, Scotland, and Paris, and opens up about how she’s combining her love of travel and photography into a futur...