Dietitian Connection Podcast

Leanne Ward - The Fitness Dietitian & APD in Brisbane, Australia joins us to discuss her strategies for achieving success in social media. She provides us with the tools and motivation to get creative. She also coaches us on how to get our voices out there so that we can help and inspire others! This episode contains some specifics for students and is hosted by student Kate Agnew.

Dr Olivia Wright - AdvAPD & Director Master Dietetics Program, The University of Queensland in Brisbane, Australia shares her diverse career background. Olivia is pioneering a number of different research fields. In particular, we discuss gene expression testing, nutrigenomics and nutrigenetics - where we are now and applications for the future. Indeed, Olivia's empowering advice gives us the tool...

Rachael Bradford - APD & DC Events Manager in Brisbane, Australia - tells us about her diverse career in dietetics and her role at Dietitian Connection. She give us a range of tips and tools for getting into business and navigating our way through the profession, especially for dietetic students. Hosted by Kate Agnew.

Another inspirational show as Dr. Judi Porter, AdvAPD and Adjunct Senior Lecturer at Monash University in Melbourne, Australia, joins us to discuss her passion for Dietetics and her various leadership roles. From health management to lecturer to research fellow, Judi provides a wonderful insight into how we can become dietetic leaders. This episode is particularly helpful for students and is hoste...

Dr Katrina Campbell - AdvAPD & A/Prof at Bond University in Queensland, Australia -joins us to discuss her career journey and offers some amazing tips and tools to kick start your career in dietetics. We talk about the importance of tenacity, initiative and innovation for creating future opportunities. This episode is particularly relevant to students and is hosted by Kate Agnew.

Glen Cardwell (AdvAPD) hosts this week's episode with Prof John Coveney - Dean of School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Nursing at Flinders University, South Australia. Featuring an in depth discussion about John's journey through Cyprus, ancient medicine and regaining the centrality of food for the future of dietetics. John's career in nutrition takes an interesting journey: from coo...

This week, Tim Crowe joins us to discuss his journey as a nutrition writer and commentator. Tim takes us through the key experiences that have shaped his work as well as his quirky sense of humour, unique writing style, story telling and evidence-based approach to nutrition writing. We also discuss the famous toxic broccoli article and the lessons we can learn from it! In addition, Tim shares some...

This week we delve into the area of sports nutrition and dietetics. Michael is on the show to discuss his research, including his work with the Brisbane Broncos. He provides an insight into how dietitians can get into the sports nutrition/dietetics area with emphasis on taking an 'athlete-centred approach' in practice.

It is an absolute privilege to have Prof Sandra Capra AM - Professor of nutrition and director academic at The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia on the show this week. Sandra gives us an insight into her leadership skills with emphasis on 'leading from behind' and resilience. We discuss the highlights of Sandra's comprehensive and inspiring career, along with the various hats she wears...

Charlotte Miller - dietitian, chef & entrepreneur in Melbourne, Australia is on the show to discuss her experiences abroad and her passion for cooking and teaching. We talk about her business, Food & Joy and she shares her advice for those who want to follow the same path. In addition, Charlotte shares her food philosophy and her unique approach to dietetics and cooking.

Matt O'Neill, APD, AN & entrepreneur, shares his social media and business stories. He gives us the secrets to success and the motivation to push through with our business plans! We talk about the competition for nutritional attention and how we, as dietitians, can win in the social media space.

Prof Liz Isenring - program lead: Master Nutr & Diet, Bond University, Australia - shares her passion for research, teaching and collaboration in her role. We delve into the characteristics of being a great leader: being a life-long learner, building strong teams, seeking mentors, authenticity and enthusiasm in your work. We also talk about future opportunities for dietitians and Liz offers key ad...

Michele Pink - APD, entrepreneur and consultant to Nestle - is on the show to discuss her career journey working in various roles such as sales, marketing, management as well as private practice. She provides helpful tools for those interested in starting a business or simply finding your interests.

Ben Desbrow, A Prof at Griffith University in Brisbane, Australia, joins us to discuss his fascinating career, particularly his research interests. He talks about his academic role and offers an insight into the prerequisites for being a successful researcher and a dietetic leader in the next decade! [ The guest interviewee did not receive any financial or in kind remuneration for appearing on thi...

Zoe Thomson, student dietitian in Brisbane, Australia, is on the show to discuss her dietetic related activities outside of the classroom as well as her career aspirations. She reflects on the benefits of assistance from mentors and the dietetic leaders around her.

Dr Karen Abbey, APD & Director of Nutrition & Catering Consultancy in Australia, is on the show to discuss her career journey as a foodservice specialist dietitian. She shares her top tips for those who are equally passionate; we also discuss her successful company and recently completed PhD. [ The guest interviewee did not receive any financial or in kind remuneration for appearing on this podcas...

Kate Di Prima, APD, author & spokesperson in Brisbane, Australia, joins us to discuss her business, her social media spotlight and her multifaceted career as a dietitian. She provides unique advice for those interested in pursuing a business and some important tips for social media success. [ The guest interviewee did not receive any financial or in kind remuneration for appearing on this podcast....

Dr Maree Ferguson - Director, Dietitian Connection - is on the show to discuss her career journey, including starting her own business. She gives us a powerful insight into how to be a successful business leader, how to overcome challenges and how to stand out from the crowd!