

Humans of Purpose
Humans of Purpose
Humans of Purpose is the modern salon - conversations with the leaders, thinkers, and builders shaping what comes next.
We're living through a period of genuine reckoning: with how business operates, what leadership demands, and what it actually costs to build something that matters. The people navigating that with honesty and intelligence are not always the loudest voices in the room. This podcast finds them.
Each episode is a real conversation - unhurried, substantive, and honest about difficulty. We talk with purpose-driven founders, impact leaders, and original thinkers about work, story, power, and what it means to lead with integrity in a world that is changing faster than the language we have to describe it.
Hosted by Mel Greblo, founder of Humans of Purpose, a proud BCorp.
For more information about Humans of Purpose, including a sneak peak into the impact we’re making in the world. Visit https://humansofpurpose.com/
We're living through a period of genuine reckoning: with how business operates, what leadership demands, and what it actually costs to build something that matters. The people navigating that with honesty and intelligence are not always the loudest voices in the room. This podcast finds them.
Each episode is a real conversation - unhurried, substantive, and honest about difficulty. We talk with purpose-driven founders, impact leaders, and original thinkers about work, story, power, and what it means to lead with integrity in a world that is changing faster than the language we have to describe it.
Hosted by Mel Greblo, founder of Humans of Purpose, a proud BCorp.
For more information about Humans of Purpose, including a sneak peak into the impact we’re making in the world. Visit https://humansofpurpose.com/
Episodes
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Jul 19, 2021 • 33min
199 Susannah Birch: Catfishing Explained
Susannah Birch
Susannah is a survivor of childhood family violence and of teenage catfishing. Susannah is now a certified Birth Doula, and she works with pregnant women and grew her pregnancy information site, Trimester Talk, to 500,000 views p/m. After 10 years in the digital marketing industry, and completing a Master of Marketing in 2019, Susannah now offers affordable byte size digital training through the Eat Digital group or one on one consultation through Ask Susannah.
Neon Treehouse
I'm really pleased to announce that Humans of Purpose has partnered with digital agency and major season sponsor, Neon Treehouse. Neon Treehouse are a bold and creative team, delivering bright and imaginative solutions in the digital space.
Got Purpose?
The Purpose is our periodic e-newsletter, providing you with Humans of Purpose updates and a much needed dose of inspiration and growth-oriented material. Sign up here to avoid disappointment.
Community Powered
Humans of Purpose is independent and locally produced. We are funded and supported by our generous community of listeners. Welcome to Michael who joined our community this week. A big thankyou goes out to our amazing community of Patreon supporters:
Pasky, Jasmine, Deb, Joel H, Clyde, Carmen, Sue, Levi, Bee, Lyndon, Joe & Michael
Without your support we wouldn't exist. Patreon support covers the majority of my monthly costs of production and enables me to improve podcast quality and to secure top quality guests. Have you thought about supporting us?
Your Support
Become a Patreon Supporter today for as little as the price of a single coffee per month. I'll send you an awesome exclusive Humans of Purpose tote bag (valued at $25) and you will help shape the podcast moving forward.
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Jul 12, 2021 • 42min
198 Felicity Green: Sparking Strategy
Felicity Green
Felicity Green is the CEO of Spark Strategy. Spark is a proud B Corp and purpose-driven consultancy, specialising in strategic planning, developing resilient business models and measuring social impact. They help dynamic not for profit, business, philanthropic and government organisations to create strategy for a better tomorrow.
Neon Treehouse
I'm really pleased to announce that Humans of Purpose has partnered with digital agency and major season sponsor, Neon Treehouse. Neon Treehouse are a bold and creative team, delivering bright and imaginative solutions in the digital space.
Got Purpose?
The Purpose is our periodic e-newsletter, providing you with Humans of Purpose updates and a much needed dose of inspiration and growth-oriented material. Sign up here to avoid disappointment.
Community Powered
Humans of Purpose is independent and locally produced. We are funded and supported by our generous community of listeners. Welcome to Michael who joined our community this week. A big thankyou goes out to our amazing community of Patreon supporters:
Pasky, Jasmine, Deb, Joel H, Clyde, Carmen, Sue, Levi, Bee, Lyndon, Joe & Michael
Without your support we wouldn't exist. Patreon support covers the majority of my monthly costs of production and enables me to improve podcast quality and to secure top quality guests. Have you thought about supporting us?
Your Support
Become a Patreon Supporter today for as little as the price of a single coffee per month. I'll send you an awesome exclusive Humans of Purpose tote bag (valued at $25) and you will help shape the podcast moving forward.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 5, 2021 • 44min
197 Dov Degen: The Specialist
Dov Degen
Dov is a General Medicine Physician & Nephrologist (Eastern Health & Epworth), Director of Physician Education, Clinical Lead, Teaching Associate and Mental Health Advocate.
Neon Treehouse
I'm really pleased to announce that Humans of Purpose has partnered with digital agency and major season sponsor, Neon Treehouse. Neon Treehouse are a bold and creative team, delivering bright and imaginative solutions in the digital space.
Got Purpose?
The Purpose is our periodic e-newsletter, providing you with Humans of Purpose updates and a much needed dose of inspiration and growth-oriented material. Sign up here to avoid disappointment.
Community Powered
Humans of Purpose is independent and locally produced. We are funded and supported by our generous community of listeners. Welcome to Michael who joined our community this week. A big thankyou goes out to our amazing community of Patreon supporters:
Pasky, Jasmine, Deb, Joel H, Clyde, Carmen, Sue, Levi, Bee, Lyndon, Joe & Michael
Without your support we wouldn't exist. Patreon support covers the majority of my monthly costs of production and enables me to improve podcast quality and to secure top quality guests. Have you thought about supporting us?
Your Support
Become a Patreon Supporter today for as little as the price of a single coffee per month. I'll send you an awesome exclusive Humans of Purpose tote bag (valued at $25) and you will help shape the podcast moving forward.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 28, 2021 • 42min
196 Judy Anderson: Startup Victoria
Judy Anderson
Judy is the CEO of Startup Victoria. Startup Victoria is Australia’s largest network for entrepreneurs, with over 60,000 people in the community. To join the community or to learn more click here.
Neon Treehouse
I'm really pleased to announce that Humans of Purpose has partnered with digital agency and major season sponsor, Neon Treehouse. Neon Treehouse are a bold and creative team, delivering bright and imaginative solutions in the digital space.
Got Purpose?
The Purpose is our periodic e-newsletter, providing you with Humans of Purpose updates and a much needed dose of inspiration and growth-oriented material. Sign up here to avoid disappointment.
Community Powered
Humans of Purpose is independent and locally produced. We are funded and supported by our generous community of listeners. Welcome to Michael who joined our community this week. A big thankyou goes out to our amazing community of Patreon supporters:
Pasky, Jasmine, Deb, Joel H, Clyde, Carmen, Sue, Levi, Bee, Lyndon, Joe & Michael
Without your support we wouldn't exist. Patreon support covers the majority of my monthly costs of production and enables me to improve podcast quality and to secure top quality guests. Have you thought about supporting us?
Your Support
Become a Patreon Supporter today for as little as the price of a single coffee per month. I'll send you an awesome exclusive Humans of Purpose tote bag (valued at $25) and you will help shape the podcast moving forward.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 21, 2021 • 43min
195 Fiona Patten: Leading Reason
Fiona Patten MP
Fiona Patten is a Member for Northern Metropolitan Region in the Victorian Parliament’s Legislative Council. Leader of the Reason Party, Fiona was first elected in 2014 and re-elected in 2018. Since entering Parliament, Fiona has garnered respect from all sides of politics, working tirelessly to deliver legislative reforms that many thought impossible.
Neon Treehouse
I'm really pleased to announce that Humans of Purpose has partnered with digital agency and major season sponsor, Neon Treehouse. Neon Treehouse are a bold and creative team, delivering bright and imaginative solutions in the digital space.
Got Purpose?
The Purpose is our periodic e-newsletter, providing you with Humans of Purpose updates and a much needed dose of inspiration and growth-oriented material. Sign up here to avoid disappointment.
Community Powered
Humans of Purpose is independent and locally produced. We are funded and supported by our generous community of listeners. A big thankyou goes out to our amazing community of Patreon supporters:
Pasky, Jasmine, Deb, Joel H, Clyde, Carmen, Sue, Levi, Bee, Lyndon and Joe
Without your support we wouldn't exist. Patreon support covers the majority of my monthly costs of production and enables me to improve podcast quality and to secure top quality guests. Have you thought about supporting us?
Your Support
Become a Patreon Supporter today for as little as the price of a single coffee per month. I'll send you an awesome exclusive Humans of Purpose tote bag (valued at $25) and you will help shape the podcast moving forward.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 14, 2021 • 57min
194 Josh Howard: Single Use
Josh Howard
Josh Howard, who is CEO and Founder at Single Use Ain’t . What a name indeed! Single Use Ain't is Australia's revolutionary cleaning & personal care movement. Their cutting edge 'just-add-water' products are designed to eradicate single-use plastic bottles. You can support Josh's epic crowdfunding campaign here.
Neon Treehouse
I'm really pleased to announce that Humans of Purpose has partnered with digital agency and major season sponsor, Neon Treehouse. Neon Treehouse are a bold and creative team, delivering bright and imaginative solutions in the digital space.
Got Purpose?
The Purpose is our periodic e-newsletter, providing you with Humans of Purpose updates and a much needed dose of inspiration and growth-oriented material. Sign up here to avoid disappointment.
Community Powered
Humans of Purpose is independent and locally produced. We are funded and supported by our generous community of listeners. A big thankyou goes out to our amazing community of Patreon supporters:
Pasky, Jasmine, Deb, Joel H, Clyde, Carmen, Sue, Levi, Bee, Lyndon and Joe
Without your support we wouldn't exist. Patreon support covers the majority of my monthly costs of production and enables me to improve podcast quality and to secure top quality guests. Have you thought about supporting us?
Your Support
Become a Patreon Supporter today for as little as the price of a single coffee per month. I'll send you an awesome exclusive Humans of Purpose tote bag (valued at $25) and you will help shape the podcast moving forward.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 7, 2021 • 40min
193 Weh Yeoh: Accessible Care
Weh Yeoh
Today I’m pleased to be joined by Weh Yeoh. Weh is the Co-Founder and CEO of Umbo. Umbo is a social enterprise, an online platform that connects allied health professionals to children who are least able to access these services. Weh is also the Chair and Managing Director of OIC Australia, who support the development of speech therapy in Cambodia.
Neon Treehouse
I'm really pleased to announce that Humans of Purpose has partnered with digital agency and major season sponsor, Neon Treehouse. Neon Treehouse are a bold and creative team, delivering bright and imaginative solutions in the digital space.
Got Purpose?
The Purpose is our periodic e-newsletter, providing you with Humans of Purpose updates and a much needed dose of inspiration and growth-oriented material. Sign up here to avoid disappointment.
Community Powered
Humans of Purpose is independent and locally produced. We are funded and supported by our generous community of listeners. A big thankyou goes out to our amazing community of Patreon supporters:
Pasky, Jasmine, Deb, Joel H, Clyde, Carmen, Sue, Levi, Bee, Lyndon and Joe
Without your support we wouldn't exist. Patreon support covers the majority of my monthly costs of production and enables me to improve podcast quality and to secure top quality guests. Have you thought about supporting us?
Your Support
Become a Patreon Supporter today for as little as the price of a single coffee per month. I'll send you an awesome exclusive Humans of Purpose tote bag (valued at $25) and you will help shape the podcast moving forward.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 31, 2021 • 43min
192 Thea Snow: Reimagining Government
Thea Snow
Thea is the Director, Centre for Public Impact, Australia and New Zealand. The CPI works with governments, public servants and other changemakers to reimagine government, and turn ideas into action, so that government works for everyone.
Shared Value Summit
Big congratulations to Joel Hanna + 1 of Cranbourne, who will join me at the Shared Value Summit on 17th June. The future Joel has chosen would be remarkable to be a part of. You can still find tickets to the Summit here.
The Age Article
As mentioned in the podcast, The Age has done a story on public servant's rights to free speech and expression outside of work. This is my story and the story of Humans of Purpose, you can read about it here. Keep your eyes peeled on the Canberra Times today for my friend and future podcast guest Kieran Pender's article, which references my story and the stories of many public servants who have had their right to a private life and free expression interfered with by their public service employers.
Got Purpose?
The Purpose is our periodic e-newsletter, providing you with Humans of Purpose updates and a much needed dose of inspiration and growth-oriented material. Sign up here to avoid disappointment.
Community Powered
Humans of Purpose is independent and locally produced. We are funded and supported by our generous community of listeners. A big thankyou goes out to our amazing community of Patreon supporters:
Pasky, Jasmine, Deb, Joel H, Clyde, Carmen, Sue, Levi, Bee, Lyndon and Joe
Without your support we wouldn't exist. Patreon support covers the majority of my monthly costs of production and enables me to improve podcast quality and to secure top quality guests. Have you thought about supporting us?
Your Support
Become a Patreon Supporter today for as little as the price of a single coffee per month. I'll send you an awesome exclusive Humans of Purpose tote bag (valued at $25) and you will help shape the podcast moving forward.
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May 24, 2021 • 33min
191 Sarah Downie: Shared Value
Sarah Downie
Today I’m joined by Sarah Downie, CEO of the Shared Value Project. The Shared Value Project mission is to drive the adoption and implementation of shared value strategies among leading companies, civil society and government organisations through education and training, events, thought leadership and convening high-impact networks.
Shared Value Summit
Enter our competition today to win your free ticket valued at $350 to the Shared Value Summit on 17th June. Just answer the question - What is the future you choose? Email your response to hello@humansofpurpose.com by Sunday night. The top 2 entries will win a ticket. Winners announced on next week's podcast.
Got Purpose?
The Purpose is our periodic e-newsletter, providing you with Humans of Purpose updates and a much needed dose of inspiration and growth-oriented material. Sign up here to avoid disappointment.
Community Powered
Humans of Purpose is independent and locally produced. We are funded and supported by our generous community of listeners. A big thankyou goes out to our amazing community of Patreon supporters:
Pasky, Jasmine, Deb, Joel H, Clyde, Carmen, Sue, Levi, Bee, Lyndon and Joe
Without your support we wouldn't exist. Patreon support covers the majority of my monthly costs of production and enables me to improve podcast quality and to secure top quality guests. Have you thought about supporting us?
Your Support
Become a Patreon Supporter today for as little as the price of a single coffee per month. I'll send you an awesome exclusive Humans of Purpose tote bag (valued at $25) and you will help shape the podcast moving forward.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 17, 2021 • 60min
190 Tarang Chawla: The Advocate
Tarang Chawla
Tarang is a writer, anti-violence campaigner, mental health and gender equality advocate. He is a suicide survivor, storyteller and trainee lawyer using his voice to serve the community and champion human rights. Tarang founded the Not One More Niki movement - Australia’s largest campaign to end violence against women in culturally diverse communities, named after his younger sister Nikita who was murdered in 2015.
Trigger Warning
This is a fantastic but at times testing conversation about a range of sensitive issues including suicide and violence against women. So if you are squeamish about such things I recommend skipping this one.
Got Purpose?
The Purpose is our periodic e-newsletter, providing you with Humans of Purpose updates and a much needed dose of inspiration and growth-oriented material. Sign up here to avoid disappointment.
Community Powered
Humans of Purpose is independent and locally produced. We are funded and supported by our generous community of listeners. A big thankyou goes out to our amazing community of Patreon supporters:
Pasky, Jasmine, Deb, Joel H, Clyde, Carmen, Sue, Levi, Bee, Lyndon and Joe
Without your support we wouldn't exist. Patreon support covers the majority of my monthly costs of production and enables me to improve podcast quality and to secure top quality guests. Have you thought about supporting us?
Your Support
Become a Patreon Supporter today for as little as the price of a single coffee per month. I'll send you an awesome exclusive Humans of Purpose tote bag (valued at $25) and you will help shape the podcast moving forward.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


