As we conclude season 4, we bring you an incredible story which showcases the power of education and mentorship. Join us as Janet King assumes the role of interviewer to speak with Andreas Kalli, who shares his journey from substance addiction to completing a Psychology degree with a first class honours. We also find out how having a mentor supported Andreas through this process, and learn how his lived experiences are helping him make a difference for others in challenging circumstances.

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(0:00-3:00) Introduction to Andreas

(3:00-3:59) Starting university

(3:59-5:43) Starting from scratch. You don't know what you don't know.

(5:43-7:37) Getting a mentor to support with work

(7:37-9:10) Expanding mentorship to personal life - how personal issues impact work

(9:10-11:27) Learning from feedback and working as a team

(11:27-12:28) Becoming a mentor

(12:28-13:55) A new sense of self-worth - putting skills into practice

(13:55-14:07) POD-CACHE Ad break

(14:07-15:40) Using lived experiences to make a difference

(15:40-18:08) Combining learning with lived experience

(18:08-19:57) The wider impact of working with people who need support

(19:57-21:25) What’s next – applying learning and mentorship to the future

(21:25-21:45) POD-CACHE, CACHE Alumni and close

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