No Ordinary People

In this episode of No Ordinary People, Jade sits down with Megan Gilmour — 2025 ACT Australian of the Year, co‑founder and CEO of MissingSchool, and the powerhouse driving a national movement to end school isolation. When Megan’s son Darcy survived a life‑threatening illness, she witnessed something far more invisible and devastating than the medical crisis — the sudden erasure of belonging. Cut off from school, friends and identity, Darcy’s fight for life became a fight for connection. And t...

In a world where adversity often seems insurmountable, Kath Koschel's story stands as a beacon of hope and resilience. From breaking her back twice to losing her partner, Kath's journey is a testament to the human spirit's ability to rise above challenges. Her experiences led her to found the Kindness Factory, a global movement that has inspired millions to engage in acts of kindness. Kath's life took a dramatic turn when she faced unimaginable physical and emotional challenges. Yet, instead ...

A child’s final wish became a blueprint for change. Host Jade Harley sits down with KidsXpress founder and CEO Margo Ward to chart the journey from “play lady” in a hospital ward to leading a nationally recognised, trauma‑informed model that embeds expressive therapy in schools and communities across Australia. Margo shares how music, art, dance, and drama help children regulate, reconnect, and recover when words aren’t enough, and why consistent, long‑term presence beats quick fixes every ti...

In this episode of No Ordinary People, host Jade Harley speaks with Lana Masterton, founder and CEO of Down the Track, a grassroots organisation based in Lake Cargelligo, NSW, dedicated to supporting disengaged and marginalised youth in remote communities. Lana shares her personal journey and the deep challenges faced by young people in her region - many of whom are impacted by trauma, poverty, racism, and exposure to family and domestic violence. Through innovative, culturally respectful pro...