People of Brisbane Podcast

Sal Powell: Crowned first Australian to complete 5 desert ultra-marathons

In this powerful episode of The People of Brisbane, Trevor Evans meets with Sal Powell – a Brisbane Mum who just became the first Australian to complete the 5 Desert Grand Slam Plus. In an incredible achievement, Sal has completed 5 ultramarathons across 5 deserts, covering more than 1,000kms in just one year. Trevor asked her about the challenges she encountered and overcame, what it's like running across the world's toughest terrain, and the journey that got her here.  Sal has been Racing The Planet for the Nerve Connection Foundation. Find more about Sal's story and how to donate here [https://nerveconnection.org.au/sal-powell-donation/].  Follow Trevor Evans on social media here [https://www.instagram.com/trevorevansbne/]. Follow Sal Powell on social media here [https://www.instagram.com/runsalrun_/].' See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

William McInerary: Finalising an honour in Advanced Physics and being invited to study at Cambridge

In one of our final episodes, while on the 2025 campaign trail, Trevor sat down with Will McInerary, a 23-year-old UQ student currently finishing his Honours in Advanced Physics. Will has recently been invited to study at Cambridge, contingent on getting his honours. Trevor and Will discuss the importance, hard work, and dedication that's gotten him to receive this preliminary invite, and do a deep dive into questions around the election as a young voter. Will highlighted his very a-political approach to voting, unsure of the key messages coming from each party, with minimal interest to date in the policies being outlined. Together, they navigate key topics ahead of election day, from cost of living, supply chains, and nuclear energy. Follow Trevor Evans on social media here [https://www.instagram.com/trevorevansbne/]. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Yas Sethi: Travelling the world and returning to Brisbane

In this episode of The People of Brisbane Podcast, Trevor Evans sits down with Yasmin Sethi. Yas details her travels for her career as an innovative professional leader across a diverse range of industries, and why she always returns home to Brisbane. Trevor and Yas further discuss the importance of a balanced approach to immigration and the wonderful story of her parents. Follow Trevor Evans on social media here [https://www.instagram.com/trevorevansbne/]. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Charmian Mellars: Representing New Zealand in the Olympics and the importance of the ARTIE Academy

For this episode of The People of Brisbane Podcast, Trevor Evans meets ex-Olympian and NZ basketball-great, Char Mellars. Charmian tells us how it feels to compete on the world stage after competing in the 2008 Beijing Olympics, and how excited she is for Brisbane to be a future host for this incredible global event. Now, Char is the manager at the ARTIE Academy, and she shares with Trevor the powerful work ARTIE is doing to maintain and improve Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students school attendance, and much more. Founded in honour of Former Origin Great, Arthur Beetson OAM, ARTIE Academy is more than just an education program.  Find out more about ARTIE Academy here [https://www.artie.net.au/]. Follow Trevor Evans on social media here [https://www.instagram.com/trevorevansbne/]. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Sam O'Connor: Tackling Queensland's Housing Crisis

In this episode of The People of Brisbane Podcast, Trevor Evans sits down with Queensland’s Minister for Housing, Public Works and Youth, Sam O'Connor.  With housing being such an important issue for Australians right now, Sam’s job is of the utmost importance. Within his first six months of being in State Government, he’s helped deliver the removal of Stamp Duty on new homes for all first homebuyers, overseen a record pipeline of more social and affordable housing, and reduced red tape to make it easier to build in Queensland. We chat about the current state of housing in Queensland and what the current LNP State Government is doing to improve the current landscape, as well as Sam's journey into his current role within the Crisafulli Government.  Follow Trevor Evans on social media here [https://www.instagram.com/trevorevansbne/]. Follow Sam O'Connor on social media here [https://www.instagram.com/samoconnormp/]. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.