If you're craving more content about Stuart, you might like Episode&nbsp;3 of Accidental Celebrity, 'The Sole Survivor'. Imagine your trauma leads the news. Your private life is then public property. Your anonymity is lost. That’s what it’s like to become an accidental celebrity. Now, the spotlight is turned around. Each weekly episode offers rare media insights from an ordinary Australian who faced an extraordinary event. They expose the tricks of a competitive trade – the relentless pursuits, the manipulation and misrepresentation, the betrayals of truth and trust – with journalist Fiona Reynolds. Learn too why they participated in media coverage. This is the inside story on a shrewd industry that plucks unknowns from obscurity to feed our fascination with adversity and the strength of the human spirit. &#10;&nbsp; <hr>See <a style='color: grey; ' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

If you're craving more content about Stuart, you might like Episode&nbsp;3 of Accidental Celebrity, 'The Sole Survivor'.


Imagine your trauma leads the news. Your private life is then public property. Your anonymity is lost. That’s ...

If you're craving more content about Stuart, you might like Episode&nbsp;3 of Accidental Celebrity, 'The Sole Survivor'.


Imagine your trauma leads the news. Your private life is then public property. Your anonymity is lost. That’s what it’s like to become an accidental celebrity. Now, the spotlight is turned around. Each weekly episode offers rare media insights from an ordinary Australian who faced an extraordinary event. They expose the tricks of a competitive trade – the relentless pursuits, the manipulation and misrepresentation, the betrayals of truth and trust – with journalist Fiona Reynolds. Learn too why they participated in media coverage. This is the inside story on a shrewd industry that plucks unknowns from obscurity to feed our fascination with adversity and the strength of the human spirit. &#10;&nbsp; <hr>See <a style='color: grey; ' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

Bonus: Accidental Celebrity 

<description>&lt;p&gt;What's happening to our climate can no longer be called 'change', this is an emergency. Stuart Diver talks with Professor Lesley Hughes and Professor Ove Hoegh-Guldberg about why action is needed now and how a change in communication might hold the key.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;p&gt;The Elements is hosted by Stuart Diver. Written and Produced by Tim Russell. Audio Production and Original Music by Slade Gibson. Researcher and Assistant Producer Clare O’Halloran. Executive Producers are Stuart Diver, Slade Gibson &amp;amp; Cameron Jurd. A production of Pivot Studios.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you would like to know more about the Climate Council of Australia, from which Professor Lesley Hughes is a founding member, please visit climatecouncil.org.au.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;hr&gt;&lt;p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'&gt; Hosted on Acast. See &lt;a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'&gt;acast.com/privacy&lt;/a&gt; for more information.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

What's happening to our climate can no longer be called 'change', this is an emergency. Stuart Diver talks with Professor Lesley Hughes and Professor Ove Hoegh-Guldberg about why action is needed now and how a change in communication mig...

What's happening to our climate can no longer be called 'change', this is an emergency. Stuart Diver talks with Professor Lesley Hughes and Professor Ove Hoegh-Guldberg about why action is needed now and how a change in communication might hold the key. The Elements is hosted by Stuart Diver. Written and Produced by Tim Russell. Audio Production and Original Music by Slade Gibson. Researcher and Assistant Producer Clare O’Halloran. Executive Producers are Stuart Diver, Slade Gibson &amp; Cameron Jurd. A production of Pivot Studios. If you would like to know more about the Climate Council of Australia, from which Professor Lesley Hughes is a founding member, please visit climatecouncil.org.au. <hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Bonus: Climate Emergency

<description>&lt;p&gt;After the storm has passed, what happens next? Host Stuart Diver talks with decorated first responders Paul Featherstone and Alan Playford about the mental side of attending traumatic events and why the simple act of listening is key.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;p&gt;Paul Featherstone was a key member of the team that rescued Stuart Diver during the 1997 Thredbo Landslide. Alan Playford's remarkable story was covered in Earth: Newcastle Earthquake. We recommend having a listen to that episode first if you haven't already.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;p&gt;The Elements is hosted by Stuart Diver. Written and Produced by Tim Russell. Audio Production and Original Music by Slade Gibson. Researcher and Assistant Producer Clare O’Halloran. Executive Producers are Stuart Diver, Slade Gibson &amp;amp; Cameron Jurd. A production of Pivot Studios.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you or someone you know is in crisis, please call contact your local crisis centre. In Australia, call Lifeline on 13 11 14. In New Zealand, call 0800 LIFELINE (0800 543 354) or send a text to HELP (4357). In the US, call Lifeline on 1800 273 8255. In the UK, text 'Shout' to 85258. For numbers in other territories, please search online for your local crisis centre.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you would like to know more about Disaster Relief Australia, the not-for-profit disaster relief organisation Paul described in this episode, go to disasterreliefaus.org.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;p&gt;We thank and pay tribute to all first responders for their tireless work in protecting and keeping our communities safe.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;hr&gt;&lt;p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'&gt; Hosted on Acast. See &lt;a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'&gt;acast.com/privacy&lt;/a&gt; for more information.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

After the storm has passed, what happens next? Host Stuart Diver talks with decorated first responders Paul Featherstone and Alan Playford about the mental side of attending traumatic events and why the simple act of listening is key.Paul Feathersto...

After the storm has passed, what happens next? Host Stuart Diver talks with decorated first responders Paul Featherstone and Alan Playford about the mental side of attending traumatic events and why the simple act of listening is key. Paul Featherstone was a key member of the team that rescued Stuart Diver during the 1997 Thredbo Landslide. Alan Playford's remarkable story was covered in Earth: Newcastle Earthquake. We recommend having a listen to that episode first if you haven't already. The Elements is hosted by Stuart Diver. Written and Produced by Tim Russell. Audio Production and Original Music by Slade Gibson. Researcher and Assistant Producer Clare O’Halloran. Executive Producers are Stuart Diver, Slade Gibson &amp; Cameron Jurd. A production of Pivot Studios. If you or someone you know is in crisis, please call contact your local crisis centre. In Australia, call Lifeline on 13 11 14. In New Zealand, call 0800 LIFELINE (0800 543 354) or send a text to HELP (4357). In the US, call Lifeline on 1800 273 8255. In the UK, text 'Shout' to 85258. For numbers in other territories, please search online for your local crisis centre. If you would like to know more about Disaster Relief Australia, the not-for-profit disaster relief organisation Paul described in this episode, go to disasterreliefaus.org. We thank and pay tribute to all first responders for their tireless work in protecting and keeping our communities safe. <hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Bonus: After the Storm

<description>&lt;p&gt;In December 1989, the ground under Newcastle shook and a city was changed forever. Stuart Diver speaks with first responder Alan Playford about the day he encountered Norm Duffy in the basement of the Newcastle Workers Club.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;p&gt;The Elements is hosted by Stuart Diver. Written and Produced by Tim Russell. Audio Production and Original Music by Slade Gibson. Researcher and Assistant Producer Clare O’Halloran. Executive Producers are Stuart Diver, Slade Gibson &amp;amp; Cameron Jurd. A production of Pivot Studios.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;p&gt;Thanks to NBN News for the audio used in this episode. Featured audio includes reporting from Peter Ryan and Ross Hampton (among others) and hosted by John Church.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;p&gt;This show would not be possible without the help of survivors, emergency first responders and the people of Newcastle, New South Wales.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;p&gt;We thank them and pay tribute to all those who lost loved ones and were affected by the earthquake.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;hr&gt;&lt;p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'&gt; Hosted on Acast. See &lt;a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'&gt;acast.com/privacy&lt;/a&gt; for more information.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

In December 1989, the ground under Newcastle shook and a city was changed forever. Stuart Diver speaks with first responder Alan Playford about the day he encountered Norm Duffy in the basement of the Newcastle Workers Club.The Elements is hosted by...

In December 1989, the ground under Newcastle shook and a city was changed forever. Stuart Diver speaks with first responder Alan Playford about the day he encountered Norm Duffy in the basement of the Newcastle Workers Club. The Elements is hosted by Stuart Diver. Written and Produced by Tim Russell. Audio Production and Original Music by Slade Gibson. Researcher and Assistant Producer Clare O’Halloran. Executive Producers are Stuart Diver, Slade Gibson &amp; Cameron Jurd. A production of Pivot Studios. Thanks to NBN News for the audio used in this episode. Featured audio includes reporting from Peter Ryan and Ross Hampton (among others) and hosted by John Church. This show would not be possible without the help of survivors, emergency first responders and the people of Newcastle, New South Wales. We thank them and pay tribute to all those who lost loved ones and were affected by the earthquake. <hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Earth: Newcastle Earthquake

<description>&lt;p&gt;When Cyclone Tracy hit Darwin on Christmas Eve 1974, it wiped a city off the map and resulted in the greatest mass evacuation in Australian history. Join Stuart Diver as we hear from a survivor who has never spoken before.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;p&gt;The Elements is hosted by Stuart Diver. Written and Produced by Tim Russell. Audio Production and Original Music by Slade Gibson. Researcher and Assistant Producer Clare O’Halloran. Executive Producers are Stuart Diver, Slade Gibson &amp;amp; Cameron Jurd. A production of Pivot Studios.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;p&gt;Thanks to the National Film &amp;amp; Sound Archive, the ABC and the documentary film 'When Will the Birds Return' for the audio used in this episode. Featured audio includes 'Cyclone Approaching' directed by Cecil Holmes and produced by Film Australia (1976), 'Two Hour Warning' from the Film Australia Collection, hosted by Gary Ord and produced by the Commonwealth Film Unit (1972) and 'When Will The Birds Return?' directed by Bob Kingsbury, Brian Hannant, Greg Reading, John Shaw, Norman Godbold, David Haythornthwaite and John Noble and produced by Film Australia (1975).&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;p&gt;This show would not be possible without the kindness and generosity of survivors and rescuers.&amp;nbsp;We thank them and pay tribute to all those still affected by Cyclone Tracy.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;hr&gt;&lt;p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'&gt; Hosted on Acast. See &lt;a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'&gt;acast.com/privacy&lt;/a&gt; for more information.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

When Cyclone Tracy hit Darwin on Christmas Eve 1974, it wiped a city off the map and resulted in the greatest mass evacuation in Australian history. Join Stuart Diver as we hear from a survivor who has never spoken before.The Elements is hosted by S...

When Cyclone Tracy hit Darwin on Christmas Eve 1974, it wiped a city off the map and resulted in the greatest mass evacuation in Australian history. Join Stuart Diver as we hear from a survivor who has never spoken before. The Elements is hosted by Stuart Diver. Written and Produced by Tim Russell. Audio Production and Original Music by Slade Gibson. Researcher and Assistant Producer Clare O’Halloran. Executive Producers are Stuart Diver, Slade Gibson &amp; Cameron Jurd. A production of Pivot Studios. Thanks to the National Film &amp; Sound Archive, the ABC and the documentary film 'When Will the Birds Return' for the audio used in this episode. Featured audio includes 'Cyclone Approaching' directed by Cecil Holmes and produced by Film Australia (1976), 'Two Hour Warning' from the Film Australia Collection, hosted by Gary Ord and produced by the Commonwealth Film Unit (1972) and 'When Will The Birds Return?' directed by Bob Kingsbury, Brian Hannant, Greg Reading, John Shaw, Norman Godbold, David Haythornthwaite and John Noble and produced by Film Australia (1975). This show would not be possible without the kindness and generosity of survivors and rescuers.&nbsp;We thank them and pay tribute to all those still affected by Cyclone Tracy. <hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Air: Cyclone Tracy

Hosted by Australia's greatest survivor Stuart Diver and from the Gold Walkley award winning audio producer of&nbsp;The Teacher’s Pet, this is&nbsp;The Elements, a new podcast that goes right into the heart of surviving a natural disaster. <hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Hosted by Australia&apos;s greatest survivor Stuart Diver and from the Gold Walkley award winning audio producer of&amp;nbsp;The Teacher’s Pet, this is&amp;nbsp;The Elements, a new podcast that goes right into the heart of surviving a natural disaster.

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