After losing her mum at just 9 years old, Jana’s whole life was turned upside down. Unable to navigate an unstable home life and turbulent relationship with her father, she believed her future was heading in only one direction..until a moment of vulnerability with a group of strangers changed it all. A breakthrough realisation, that gave her the space to unpack the trauma of her past, and begin to heal.Jana is now a mentor for thousands of young people across Australia through her work as a senior facilitator at the Reach Foundation, a youth-led non-profit that helps young people build resilience and the tools to navigate life’s trials and tribulations. Her ability to hold space for young people and adults alike, to be vulnerable and authentically themselves is nothing short of incredible. She’s recently launched her own podcast, Thanks For Sharing, where she leverages her epic skills in facilitation, to open up some tough and inspiring conversations…and she’s killing it! Jana kicks off season 1 as our first guest, and with an absolute bang! In this episode, (and as always) she wears her heart on her sleeve, speaking candidly about the shame she felt growing up after losing her mum, her still rocky relationship with her dad, and how her story, despite feeling messy and uncomfortable at times, has made her who she is today.Jana is real and brutally honest, and nothing was off limits which is why we love her.Trigger Warning: The conversations and subject matter in this episode discuss some heavy topics, which some people may find triggering.If you or someone you know is struggling, please call lifeline on 13 11 14, or seek professional advice.

Meet Vinnie & Ty. Two mates. Two filmmakers. Two completely different walks of life. One big burning desire to tell real stories that inspire real change. Through their work, they often hold space for others to be vulnerable in front of the camera. Now, it’s their turn.Vinnie & Ty set the tone for the season by doing what they do best - getting deep. An opportunity to let all their walls down and share the impactful experiences that redirected the course of their journeys.