Best Devonport Podcasts (2025)

Send us a text Today on Tassie Footy Life, we’re joined by a bloke whose footy journey has taken him from the Devonport Oval to the big league. Jade Rawlings carved out a stellar AFL playing career with Hawthorn, the Western Bulldogs, and North Melbourne, before stepping into the coaching box where he’s spent the better part of two decades mentorin…

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Introducing: Money Mondays - Employability: CVs 15:56

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Life After Prison will be back with you soon but while we are finalising series 9 in the studio, we thought that we'd share some episodes of another podcast here. It’s called Money Mondays and is made by our colleagues at the Prison Radio Association. In this episode Zak & Emma are looking at CVs - What they are, why they are useful and how to crea…

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E13- Hard as Nails, Heart of Burnie: The Nick Probert Story 37:25

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Send us a text From Teal Cup All-Australian to NTFL Team of Champions captain, Nick Probert's footy journey is a tale of grit, skill, and unwavering leadership. Drafted by Collingwood at just 16, Nick carved out a career that spanned Victoria and Tasmania, thriving at clubs like Sandy Bay, Prahran, and his beloved Burnie. A four-time NTFL premiersh…

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Life After Prison The Spark | Jules 38:05

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In this episode Jules chats to another Jules (not confusing at all!), who is very close to becoming a qualified Solicitor. Jules is planning on supporting and being an advocate for people going through the criminal justice system. Having served a community order herself, Jules has experience with the CJS and knows the impact having a criminal recor…

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E12- From Demon Debut to Devilish Dedication: The Ben Beams Story 34:53

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Send us a text Today on Tassie Footy Life, we’re joined by a true legend of the local game, a man whose footy journey has taken him from the big stage of the AFL Grand Final to the heart and soul of grassroots footy here in Tasmania. Ben Beams made his AFL debut with Melbourne in 1999, was part of their 2000 Grand Final side, and went on to carve o…

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Money Talks - Cash is King 29:06

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The Bible is full of wisdom about money and also warnings. Jesus said you can't serve both God and money. For where your treasure is there your heart will be also.By Blake Moore

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From Detention Centres To International DJ | Jumpin Jack Frost 39:42

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This week in the Life After Prison studio Zak & Jules are joined Jumpin Jack Frost a true pioneer of the UK music scene. From growing up in Brixton and navigating the challenges of street life, to becoming one of the founding figures in jungle and drum and bass, his journey is nothing short of legendary. But behind the decks and the iconic tracks i…

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E11- Grant Fagan: A Roos Dynasty, A Coaching Guru 32:28

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Send us a text Grant Fagan, one of Tasmania’s most accomplished football minds and the man behind Clarence’s golden era. With a coaching hand in five statewide premierships, Grant’s impact on the game is undeniable. From player stints at Hobart, North Hobart and Sandy Bay, to premiership glory as both assistant and head coach at Clarence, Kingston …

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Life After Prison The Spark | Kemi and Tasha 39:41

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In this episode Jules speaks to sisters, Kemi and Tasha, who founded the organisation Reformed Development, after experiencing four years of rejection and discrimination after coming out of prison. They realised the only way forward was to be the change themselves, and they now work tirelessly helping other people who have been to prison, with thei…

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How To Tell People About Jesus - The Receptive Heart 31:55

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Zacchaeus was a wealthy, disliked tax collector who climbed a tree just to see Jesus pass by - and to his surprise, Jesus called him by name and chose to stay at his house. That moment led Zacchaeus to radically change his life, showing that no one is too far gone for grace and transformation. Luke 19:1-10…

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What Is The £700 Million Investment In Probation Actually For? | Independent Sentencing Review 38:15

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This week on Life After Prison, Zak & Jules discuss the final report on the Sentencing Review that was released last month. They delve into topics surrounding early release, £700 million investment into probation services and community-based sentencing. This podcast is also available as a video – just search Life After Prison on YouTube. Useful org…

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E9- From Tassie Star to AFL Trailblazer: The Ian Callinan Story 28:50

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Send us a text Today we shine the spotlight on Ian Callinan, one of the state’s most respected and determined footballers. From dominating local footy and excelling in the VFL and SANFL, to finally cracking into the AFL with the Adelaide Crows at the age of 28, Ian’s path is one of resilience, skill, and a love for the game that never wavered. With…

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How To Tell People About Jesus - The Spirit Compels Me 33:41

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The Apostle Paul was compelled by the Spirit of Jesus in the mission and message that Christ died for all.By Blake Moore

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Life After Prison The Spark | Kate 32:23

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This week Jules talks to Kate, who works for NHS England as the Regional Head of Health and Justice in the East of England. For 11 years, Kate struggled with a heroin addiction. Kate now holds keys to several prisons, and was even the prison substance misuse commissioner in the prison where she once spent time inside. Kate talks to Jules about the …

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How To Tell People About Jesus - Where Do I Begin? 40:52

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Jesus' mission to make disciples of all nations is also our mission. Every Christian has a personal responsibility to make disciples. Where should you begin?By Blake Moore

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I Started a Successful Gym Brand from Prison | Tuan 33:36

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This week in the Life After Prison studio Zak & Jules are joined by Tuan, co-founder of Gymbusy. Before launching his fitness brand, Tuan was on the roads and ended up serving two prison sentences. But after his release, he found a new path—building discipline, strength, and purpose through fitness. Teaming up with his cousin, he co-founded Gymbusy…

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E8- From Penguin to the Big League: The Justin Plapp Journey 33:49

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Send us a text We’re diving into the remarkable journey of Justin Plapp, a proud Penguin local who went on to shine on the biggest stages of Aussie Rules. From booting 98 goals in a single season with Burnie to making an immediate splash in the AFL with Richmond, Justin's footy story is filled with highs, heartbreaks, and a whole lot of resilience.…

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E7- Chris Bond. The Relentless Rover with a Heart for the Game 33:59

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Send us a text From the wilds of Wynyard to the AFL big league, and all the way into footy’s backrooms and boardrooms, Chris Bond is the definition of a true football journeyman. A tenacious player and respected leader, Bond played 163 AFL games across three clubs, captained Fremantle, won Richmond’s Best and Fairest, and represented both Tasmania …

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Signs of The Times - The Coming of the Son of Man 29:32

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Matthew 24 primarily focuses on the signs leading up to Jesus' return, the importance of being prepared, and the need to remain alert, ready and faithful for his return. With the statement "...no one knows the day or hour..." Jesus directs the disciples' thinking to the issue of when.By Steve Fitzallen

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Life After Prison The Spark | Julia 29:12

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In this episode, Jules chats with Julia. Released from prison 10 years ago, Julia started working in the criminal justice system, working her way up into management positions, but she found that what was once part of her healing journey, was becoming part of her trauma. Julia decided to make a change, and as somebody known as having a permanent tan…

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E6 -The Magic of Klug: A Journey Through Four Decades of Footy 28:08

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Send us a text From Glenorchy to Woodville, from Adelaide to Mayne, and back home again to coach and contribute at multiple levels, Klug’s journey is nothing short of remarkable. Known for his magical, uncanny skills, especially his legendary long-range handball, John lit up grounds across the country with moments of brilliance. Whether dominating …

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Signs of the Times - The Abomination of Desolation 30:30

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In Matthew 24:15 Jesus speaks of the 'Abomination of Desolation'. Was Jesus referring to the fall of Jerusalem in 70AD or a future abomination still to be fulfilled?By Blake Moore

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Overcoming Addiction In Prison To Award Winning Artist | Kevin Devonport 47:19

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This week on the Life After Prison couch. Zak & Jules are joined by Kevin Devonport. An international award-winning self-taught artist, whose journey started from a council estate in Leeds. Kevin served 24 years inside, where he overcame addiction and taught himself to paint, which has lead to his work being featured across the UK and Europe in mul…

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E5 - Max Brown: Ulverstone’s Heart and Tasmania’s Coaching Legend 29:57

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Send us a text From the North West Coast, Max has been a cornerstone of the Ulverstone Football Club since 1977. He played 197 senior games, and then went on to coach the club for 332 games – a staggering legacy that includes 7 Grand Final appearances and 4 premierships. He didn’t stop there – Max also coached Devonport for 6 seasons, taking them t…

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Mother's Day - Fight Like a Mum 29:32

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Learn from a Bible mum how to fight for what matters most.By Simona Piscioneri

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Life After Prison The Spark | Pri 30:24

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This week Jules speaks to Pri, whose negative relationship with alcohol lead to multiple convictions and stints in prison. Unwavering support from the charity ID Essence, a probation officer willing to go the extra mile to help support her with binge drinking, and being fitted with an alcohol tag, helped Pri get to the place where she is today. She…

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E4 - A Life in Footy: The Murray Dickson Story. A Tassie champion 28:46

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Send us a text In today’s episode, we celebrate the remarkable journey of Murray Dickson — a name synonymous with passion, leadership, and dedication to the game. From his early days at Lindisfarne North Primary and The Hutchins School, to 206 senior games for Hobart, State representation, and coaching success in Queensland, Murray’s football caree…

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Signs of the Times - Standing Firm 40:01

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This message challenges us to remain faithful, stand firm in times of pressure, and discern the signs of our times with wisdom and hope. We are reminded that history is going somewhere culminating in the return of Jesus.By Blake Moore

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Myth Busting Comments About Prison 35:36

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This week on the Life After Prison Podcast Zak and Jules respond to some social media comments again, this time with the aim to dispel some myths surrounding prison. These comments are from a video of previous guest Nabil Abdul Rashid recalling his first moments being in prison. This podcast is also available as a video – just search Life After Pri…

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E3 - From Tassie Turf to the Big League: Trent Bartlett’s Story 45:30

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Send us a text From breaking into senior footy as a 15-year-old draftee all the way through to becoming the driving force behind the Tasmanian Devils’ finals pushes in the VFL. Trent’s journey spans more than two hundred senior games, stints at the Brisbane Bears, Brisbane Lions and Western Bulldogs (81 games), and captaincy of multiple representat…

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Signs of the Times - The Beginning of Birth Pains 37:42

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When will the world end? What are the signs according to Jesus in Matthew 24?By Blake Moore

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The Spark | Kerry 23:05

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In this episode Jules speaks to 20-year-old Kerry, who’s only been out of prison a month at the time of recording. They chat about how losing a friend in the Grenfell Tower fire at the age of 13 had a massive impact on Kerry, who later became expelled from school, and at the age of 17 received a 5 year prison sentence. For Kerry, being recalled bac…

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Easter Sunday 2025 - SAVED 24:13

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In all of the Christian faith, Easter is the most significant weekend in the church calendar. Easter is about the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus Christ - conquering sin and death on our behalf, and through Him we can have a relationship with God. According to the Easter story, the Angel gave the women 4 invitations when they came to the to…

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Good Friday 2025- SAVED 32:12

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Saved by the Innocent One, saved by the suffering servant, saved by the power of the cross. Amen.By Blake Moore

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I Had My Baby With Me For 8 Months In Prison | Molly Ellis 47:23

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This week Jules sits down with Molly Ellis, someone she met while they were both in prison. In 2017, after experiencing a family tragedy, Molly’s life changed drastically, eventually ending with a five-year prison sentence for fraud. Just weeks before starting her sentence, she gave birth to her daughter and chose to raise her newborn behind bars. …

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E2 - Building a Powerhouse with Gerard Enniss 44:16

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Send us a text In this episode, we sit down with Gerard Enniss, player, coach, president, and local footy legend, who helped transform the Devonport Football Club into a powerhouse both on and off the field. Gerard shares what it takes to build a club that thrives from culture to cash flow, premierships to people. Whether you're into grassroots spo…

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Upside Down - True or False 32:10

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Entry into the Kingdom of Heaven is via the narrow gate where genuine Christianity always produces good fruit.By Blake Moore

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The Spark | Sharon 40:11

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In this episode, Jules chats to Sharon. Sharon’s life on the Cornish coast is idyllic, but her life has been a rollercoaster of ups and downs to get to this point. From escaping an abusive relationship and serving a prison sentence for benefit fraud, to cycling around the world, battling serious health problems and publishing her own book. Useful o…

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E1 - A chat with Rickie Dolliver 46:00

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Send us a text Today’s guest is a name that echoes through Tasmanian footy clubs like a siren at quarter time, Rickie Dolliver. Known for his grit on the field, his leadership off it, and his deep love for the game, Rickie's a true local legend. Whether it was lacing up the boots, mentoring the next generation, or shaping the culture of the clubroo…

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Upside Down - Do Not Judge 27:43

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People like to quote Jesus' words, "Do not judge..." but does it mean what we think it means? Is Jesus telling us to never judge others? Here's a message on Matthew 7:1-6 that considers what grace-centered judgement in the church looks like!By Steve Fitzallen

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Responding To Comments On Social Media 41:09

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This week on the Life After Prison Podcast Zak and Jules respond to some of the comments they received on social media about a previous episode. That episode explores disclosing to potential future partners if you have spent time in prison, and how soon you would tell them. This podcast is also available as a video – just search Life After Prison o…

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Upside Down - Radical Love Over Revenge 33:30

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Jesus calls that as Christians we should never try to get even or get back at another person. Rather, we should practice radical love over revenge. We should practice mercy rather than justice, go beyond what is required, and trust God with the results.By Blake Moore

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The Spark | Sarah 27:03

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In this episode Jules talks to Sarah, who after years of struggling with her mental health and substance abuse, found that the warmth, support and community found in a women’s centre not far from her home, would help her transform her life. Useful organisations: Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) https://www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk/ POPS (Partners of Pr…

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Upside Down - How To Ruin Your Love Life 34:54

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God hates divorce but loves divorced people. Marriage is a lifelong commitment of sexual faithfulness. Adultery breaks the commitment of sexual faithfulness. Divorce breaks the commitment of lifelong faithfulness.By Blake Moore

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From Young Chef of the Year to Belmarsh | Natty Can Cook 52:29

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This week Zak and Jules welcome lifelong chef Nathaniel Mortley AKA Natty Can Cook to the Life After Prison couch. Natty shares his experiences of working in some of London’s most high-end restaurants and how the environment there contributed to him going to prison. He also speaks about how seeing people excel while he was inside inspired him to st…

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Upside Down - Will The Real Murderer Please Stand Up 27:29

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Anger is the sin of murder and so we need to be careful to maintain good relationships with each other. If there is a wall between you and another brother or sister, there is a wall between you and God.By Blake Moore

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Introducing: Hold or Fold – Betting Shops with David Navarro & Lady Unchained 39:08

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Life After Prison will be back with you soon but while we are finalising series 8 in the studio, we thought that we'd share some episodes of another podcast here. It’s called Hold or Fold and is made by our colleagues at the Prison Radio Association. 'Hold or Fold' explores gambling harm with an emphasis on the criminal justice system, your hosts B…

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Upside Down - Being An Obvious Christian 30:32

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In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus uses two metaphors to describe His followers: "Salt of the earth", and "Light of the world". The world cannot taste and see the goodness of God if we aren't salt and light. We must engage the culture, promote Biblical values, speak the truth (in love) and tell people about Jesus where and whenever we can - this is …

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Introducing: Hold or Fold – Introducing Ben & Steve 39:27

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Life After Prison will be back with you soon but while we are finalising series 8 in the studio, we thought that we'd share some episodes of another podcast here. It’s called Hold or Fold and is made by our colleagues at the Prison Radio Association. 'Hold or Fold' explores gambling harm with an emphasis on the criminal justice system, your hosts B…