Grow - 2 D’s Weekly News and Discussions Channel

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 their own experiences, fostering an environment of mutual encouragement and inspiration.
Delve into the concept of self-leadership. Understand how being consistent in attending meetings, even when it's challenging, can make a significant impact, proving leadership sometimes means simply showing up and sharing your journey with honesty and integrity.

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’s principles help people rebuild their lives during and after incarceration.

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 outcomes.The episode also promotes upcoming local events like the Red Faces Quiz Night and provides contact details for listener stories and questions.

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 complete the annual survey or contact them with local news.

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-hearted moments about chooks and golf.

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 research discussion.

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, and practical information about volunteering and job openings, ending with event shout-outs and contact details for listeners who want to get involved.