Talkin' Toowoomba

Prostate cancer affects 1 in 5 Australian men, yet many men still avoid talking about it. In this powerful episode of the Talking Toowoomba podcast, I speak openly with Dr. Viv Tse from the Icon Cancer Centre Toowoomba about prostate cancer, PSA testing, treatment options, recovery, and the emotional side of the journey. We cover: • Symptoms and early detection • Why regular PSA testing matters •...

A truly powerful and heartfelt episode on Talkin Toowoomba. Lorraine shares her remarkable journey — from growing up in regional Toowoomba to becoming a dedicated volunteer at Hope Horizons. What star ted as receiving support during her own cancer experience has turned into giving back to others walking a similar path. Every Wednesday, Lorraine volunteers at Hope on the Hangar in Highfields, helpi...

On this episode of The Talki n’ Toowoomba Podcast , Shane sits down with Lynda to share a powerful and deeply personal cancer journey. After self-diagnosing for four years and pushing through the warning signs, Lynda was eventually told she had an 8.5cm tumour. What followed was major surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, and the removal of her pelvis, a life-altering operation that changed her foreve...

Welcome to another episode of Talkin' Toowoomba . This week the tables are turned as Rachael Carter from Hope Horizons Wellness Centre steps into the host’s chair and puts Shane in the hot seat. In a raw and honest conversation, Shane shares his personal prostate cancer journey — from diagnosis and surgery to facing radiation treatment — and opens up about the mental battle that comes with it. He...

 Welcome to Talkin’ Toowoomba, the podcast, sharing real stories that matter. We are proud to partner with Hope Horizons shining a light on the journeys of locals impacted by cancer and the incredible people who walk beside them every step of the way. Today's episode is brought to you by Men's Health Physiotherapy Toowoomba, helping men across our region take charge of their health and wellbeing,...

In this episode, we sit down with Charlotte, one of the dedicated volunteers at the Hope Horizons Cancer Wellness Centre in Toowoomba. Charlotte shares her journey into volunteering, what a typical day looks like on the front desk, and why connection, care and simple human conversation matter so much to people navigating cancer. We talk about the unique role Hope Horizons plays alongside medical t...

In this episode of Talkin’ Toowoomba, I sit down with Corey Pendlebury from Men’s Health Physiotherapy Toowoomba to explore the often-overlooked challenges men face during and after prostate cancer treatment. Corey breaks down the vital role physiotherapy plays before and after surgery or radiation, helping men manage bladder control, pelvic floor function, sexual recovery, and overall wellbeing....

In this episode of Talkin’ Toowoomba , Shane chats with Rachel Garvin , one of the dedicated service providers at Hope Horizons . Rachel is an experienced remedial and oncology massage therapist who also specialises in scar therapy — a powerful, gentle approach that helps people heal physically and emotionally after cancer treatment and surgery. Rachel explains how oncology massage works with the...

In this short bonus episode, Shane from Talkin’ Toowoomba drops in ahead of his upcoming chat with Rachel Garvin , an oncology massage therapist making a real difference in the lives of locals recovering from cancer and surgery. Shane also shares how you can get involved this Movember , support men’s health, and help Toowoomba families through Hope Horizons — with 70% of all podcast sponsorships a...

 "In this episode of Talkin’ Toowoomba, we chat with Rachael Carter, General Manager of Hope Horizons Cancer Wellness Centre . With over 20 years as a nurse, Rachael brings skill, compassion, and a deep passion for supporting people on a cancer journey. This episode is part of our Hope Horizons series, spotlighting locals impacted by cancer and the dedicated people who walk beside them. Proudly su...

In this episode of Talkin’ Toowoomba , we sit down with Rosie Bambrick —ambassador for Hope Horizons and a survivor of Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. Rosie opens up about her diagnosis at just 31, the reality of treatment, the shock of remission, and how she rebuilt her life while supporting others on their own cancer journeys. This episode is part of our series with Hope Horizons , shining a light on locals...

Talkin Toowoomba Podcast is Back  Talkin Toowoomba is more than a podcast; it’s a community platform. We’re relaunching with a renewed purpose, in proud partnership with  Hope Horizons , to share powerful conversations from locals who’ve walked through cancer and come out the other side with strength, support, and stories worth telling.  Disclaimer: The content of the Talkin’ Toowoomba podcast is...

Well hello Toowoomba, welcome to Episode 59 of the Talkin Toowoomba podcast, We are proudly brought to you by our good friends at Recognition Plus, put your name, where it counts!. From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen. Hope you are enjoying the many events of the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers happening all this month. The Ergon Energy Night Garden is on every da...

Well hello Toowoomba, welcome to Episode 58 of the Talkin Toowoomba podcast, We are proudly brought to you by our good friends at Recognition Plus, put your name, where it counts!. From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen. This week we talk to SJA Media Services is available to anyone wanting help with their digital media. Whether it's a new website or maintenance o...

Well hello Toowoomba, welcome to Episode 57 of the Talkin Toowoomba podcast, We are proudly brought to you by our good friends at Recognition Plus, put your name, where it counts!. From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen. This week we talk to Rebecca from Bracknell Lodge about the BUSH CHOOKS AND ROSTERS Event on Saturday 28th August Now let's catch up with what's...

Well hello Toowoomba, welcome to Episode 56 of the Talkin Toowoomba podcast, We are proudly brought to you by our good friends at Recognition Plus, put your name, where it counts!. From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen. This week we hear from a local author who is launching a book to help young children with their fears of going to sleep just in time for next wee...

For Monday 9 August 2021 Well hello Toowoomba, welcome to Episode 55 of the Talkin Toowoomba podcast, We are proudly brought to you by our good friends at Recognition Plus, put your name, where it counts!. From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen. This week we hear from the Catholic Care Family Relationship Centre and what they do to help the community Now lets catc...

Well hello Toowoomba, welcome to Episode 54 of the Talkin Toowoomba podcast, We are proudly brought to you by our good friends at Recognition Plus, put your name, where it counts!. From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen. This week I am talking to Kate from Classic Beauty Therapy they can now proudly say that they are Toowoomba's first Sustainable Salon and the fir...

Well hello Toowoomba, welcome to Ep 53 of the Talkin Toowoomba podcast, We are proudly brought to you by our good friends at Recognition Plus, put your name, where it counts!. From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen. This week I am talking to Toowoomba’s young entrepreneur Hamish Brown better known as Hammy’s Cupcakes. A young man who has his sights set on giving p...

For Monday 05 July 2021 Well hello Toowoomba, welcome to Episode 52 of the Talkin Toowoomba podcast, We are proudly brought to you by our good friends at Recognition Plus, put your name, where it counts!. From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen. This week we speak to Terri and Dale, organisers of the Christmas in July event, and hear why we as small businesses shou...

Well hello Toowoomba, welcome to Episode 51 of the Talkin Toowoomba podcast, We are proudly brought to you by our good friends at Recognition Plus, put your name, where it counts!. From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen. Now let's catch up on some news around town and what's on this week. A suite of promotional videos aimed at enticing residents and visitors to ve...

EP 50 | What's On Around Town   Well hello Toowoomba, welcome to Eposide50 of the Talkin Toowoomba podcast, We are proudly brought to you by our good friends at Recognition Plus, put your name, where it counts!. From promo gear and trophies, to name badges, they will help you be seen. No interview this week just a catch-up, on some news around town and what's on this week. But Before we go any fur...

Happy 1st Birthday to the Handmade Collective Well in EP 49, we are out at Grand Central Shopping Centre and catch up with Sammy from The Handmade Collective. What a ride these gals have been on, so stay tuned to hear about the adventured and what they have going on this Thursday Friday and Saturday to celebrate turning one!. I hear there are give-aways and of course cake!

Catholic Care are our guests today,  they do a power of work within  our community.  The team is amazing.

Well hello Toowoomba, back supporting local business, we have a start-up this week! Shane talks to Jeff Schultheiss, from Darling Fresh Smokehaus, about his brand new business, his business background and why he decided this was a good idea.