Courtney Nelson is today’s guest on the Passion and Perspective Podcast. In this conversation, Courtney reflects on the challenging periods of her life and how a positive mindset has helped her navigate these times. With a focus on a life of fulfillment, Courtney has used music as a way to channel life’s experiences into beautiful songs.

Performing under the name, Fade Meadow, Courtney has recently released her debut single, Shifting Focus - a raw and emotive piece that captures Courtney’s passion for music.

Music: "Friendship" - Annie Burbank

Noah Tracey joins the latest episode of the Passion and Perspective Podcast. Noah is a Punter for the Norfolk State University Football team. In a meteoric rise, Noah shares his inspiring journey that has taken him from the Blue Mountains to Melbourne and onto Virginia, USA in pursuit of his newfound passion.

With a deep determination coupled with a balanced perspective, Noah has embraced every opportunity that has come his way and continues to seek personal growth at every moment.

Through his experiences, Noah has come to recognise and appreciate that the path is rarely scripted and that we have the ability to create the way forward.

In this episode of the Passion and Perspective Podcast, we hear from local artist and conservationist Zorana McDavitt.

Raised in Penrith and now living in the Blue Mountains, Zorana has a lifelong love for art and creativity. With a deep curiosity and desire to learn Zorana is now channelling her passion to educate the community about conservation of our local environment, with a specific focus on birdlife.Zorana shares her honest reflections from life, juggling parenthood, career aspirations and passion projects.

Music: "Friendship" - Annie Burbank