Rae Bonney - Men’s & Boys’ Health
Workplace mental health | Men’s & boy’s health | Crisis support | Counsellor | Speaker | Radio presenter
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What does it feel like, being you, today?
Tune into recordings of Rae’s radio show in Australia on 94.1FM 3WBC, “What does it feel like, being you today”, where she interviews people from all over the world, asking that question.
Rae Bonney is an Australian workplace mental health specialist, qualified counselor, and men's health advocate with a deep commitment to inspiring environments that support good mental health, safety and wellbeing.
In recognition of her outstanding contributions, Rae was awarded an Order of Australia Medal in 2025 for her significant work in the field of mental health, particularly in men’s health.
Specialising in crisis and trauma management, Rae collaborates with businesses to create psychologically safe environments, fostering trust, inclusivity, and open communication. Her work ensures employees feel supported, valued, and equipped to manage mental health challenges, contributing to healthier and more productive workplaces.
With a keen interest in men and boy's health, Rae holds influential roles with the Australian Men’s Health Forum (AMHF) and Global Action on Men’s Health (GAMH).
Available on Spotify, iHeart, Podchaser, Podbean, and Apple, the podcast provides diverse perspectives on mental well-being.
If you'd like to be a guest on Rae's show or wish to connect to one of her professional services, send a message at the Rae Bonney website and enjoy more information and useful resources www.raebonney.au
Episodes
Monday Dec 11, 2017
Monday Dec 11, 2017
Many Australian’s love a great idol, and way back in 2007, Natalie Gauci was welcomed with open arms and hearts into Australia’s very own Idol machine. 10 years on, Natalie is joining me to share her incredible and largely untold journey - over 2 compelling weeks - she’s helping me support the notion that it really is OK to not be OK.Watch Part 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hdPcws76PTUhttps://www.facebook.com/natgofficiall/https://www.facebook.com/groups/2057168291184449/https://www.natgofficial.com/References:https://www.entertainmentassist.org.au/Lifeline - Call in Australia 131114https://www.lifeline.org.au/Suicide Call Back Service - Call in Australia 1300659467https://www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au/
Monday Dec 04, 2017
Monday Dec 04, 2017
When we think about body image problems, eating disorders, and food management issues, our minds typically, turn to matters concerning women. My guest, Dan Lewin, is an accomplished dietitian and founder of The Men's Health Dietitian, an amazing service, dedicated to supporting men with food, eating and body image concerns. He's speaking with me, about these often hidden and alarmingly dismissed men’s issues, disclosing his own long and difficult journey to self acceptance and better health. Dan will also share some insights and tools around his helping philosophy which is grounded in a weight neutral non-diet approach, supporting men to develop a positive relationship with food and body. Remember, "It's OK to not be OK".References:http://www.themenshealthdietitian.com/https://www.facebook.com/themenshealthdietitian/https://www.facebook.com/dan.lewin.7Chase Goehring - Mirror / Lyrics (America's Got Talent)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lVGNZhPSNFshttp://blokepedia.com/Lifeline - Call in Australia 131114https://www.lifeline.org.au/Suicide Call Back Service - Call in Australia 1300659467https://www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au/
Monday Dec 04, 2017
Monday Dec 04, 2017
Joining me, where it really is “OK to not be OK” is Glenn Patrick, front man of Melbourne based band, Collegians, talking about the rocky, risky, yet rhapsodical world of rock music! He plays live in the studio, and introduces their 2nd, much anticipated single "Black Mass". This very song smashed into the Australian iTunes Rock charts at number 9.References:https://www.facebook.com/collegiansmusic/https://www.collegiansmusic.com/Lifeline - Call in Australia 131114https://www.lifeline.org.au/Suicide Call Back Service - Call in Australia 1300659467https://www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au/
Sunday Dec 03, 2017
Sunday Dec 03, 2017
David Mann is best known as 3AW’s ‘Mann About Town’. He plays the part of roving reporter and radio personality and for four decades, contributed greatly to the outstanding success of 3AW, With a plethora of government, board and advisory positions to attend to, we were very lucky to nail down this "radio royal", for today's two hour special. I'm teaming up with 3WBC favourite, Ken Lyons, to keep you entertained with anecdotes, advice and reflections on David Mann's incredible career.References:https://www.facebook.com/ken.lyons.564https://www.entertainmentassist.org.au/directors-management/2017/2/5/david-mann-oamLifeline - Call in Australia 131114https://www.lifeline.org.au/Suicide Call Back Service - Call in Australia 1300659467https://www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au/
Sunday Dec 03, 2017
Sunday Dec 03, 2017
Tomas Jajesnica believes that great people engagement, coupled with meditation can be an amazing contributor to the new business economy. Meditation is a productivity tool and a great vehicle for maximising success. He promotes the idea that, out of stillness comes inner calm, clarity, focus and energy to accomplish the best you. Tomas has taught meditation and engaged with more than 14 countries on the topic. He joined me to talking about his vision is to empower organisations to become more aware of how meditation can contribute to the success of people.References:https://www.facebook.com/tomas.jajesnicahttps://www.facebook.com/MrMeditate/http://mrmeditate.com/http://www.imjustaman.com.au/https://www.facebook.com/imjustamanevent/Talkhub Studios http://www.talkhub.com/Lifeline - Call in Australia 131114https://www.lifeline.org.au/Suicide Call Back Service - Call in Australia 1300659467https://www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au/
Sunday Dec 03, 2017
Sunday Dec 03, 2017
Born and bred in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne, Warren Davies was the son of small business owners and mentored by one of the best farmers in his district. He honed his skills and, by the age of 22, purchased his first farm. Hear his story and how Warren Davies life has demonstrated real Aussie Resilience, Persistence and Determination - making him 'The Unbreakable Farmer".References:http://www.theunbreakablefarmer.com.au/https://www.facebook.com/TheUnbreakableFarmer/http://www.imjustaman.com.au/https://www.facebook.com/imjustamanevent/
Sunday Nov 05, 2017
Sunday Nov 05, 2017
Demetrio Zema – serial entrepreneur, lawyer and founder of the ‘new-gen’ law firm, Law Squared joined me recently on the airwaves to focus on the Legal Profession and it's extreme, often relentless pressure on the human condition around billable hours, vicarious trauma and social pressures. This industry is over represented when it comes to mental illness that way too often leads to the tragedy of suicide. Senior legal figures acknowledge a natural correlation between the traits that make you a good lawyer and those that might lead to mental health problems. Demetrio created Law Squared provide a better way for clients to engage with lawyers and represent the future of the superior law firm experience in action today.References:https://www.lawsquared.co/https://www.facebook.com/lawsquaredco/Lifeline - Call in Australia 131114https://www.lifeline.org.au/Suicide Call Back Service - Call in Australia 1300659467https://www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au/
Sunday Nov 05, 2017
Sunday Nov 05, 2017
Susan Cooper, General Manager of Entertainment Assist joined me to talk about their dedication to raising awareness around mental health in the Australian entertainment industry. Whilst the arts and entertainment sector brings an enormous amount of joy to Australians, recent research has identified that performers, technicians and other support workers experience an unusually high incidence of depression and anxiety that tragically contributes to our astronomical rates of suicide. Entertainment Assist are a national health promotion charity that strives for much needed change, commissioning research, advocating for workplace and educational transformation and identifying support pathways for those in distress.References:https://www.entertainmentassist.org.au/https://www.facebook.com/entertainmentassist/Lifeline - Call in Australia 131114https://www.lifeline.org.au/Suicide Call Back Service - Call in Australia 1300659467https://www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au/
Sunday Nov 05, 2017
Sunday Nov 05, 2017
Rob Hartnett is an accomplished Sales Performance Consultant, Speaker and Facilitator who has been recognised, globally as one of Australia’s best! He works with organisations, all over the world, inspiring senior executives, business owners and relationship developers to achieve outstanding success through sustainable sales and marketing strategies. Rob is the author of several books and appears on Kochies Business Builders as a Sales Performance Specialist. He’s joining me live in the studio tomorrow, talking about the importance of leaders recognising that it takes more than a great strategy to emerge the best in people.References:https://www.facebook.com/robhartnettlive
Wednesday Oct 04, 2017
Wednesday Oct 04, 2017
Adam Garone helped build The Movember Foundation into one of the most innovative and impactful charities created this millennium, working to change (literally and figuratively) the face of men's health.Movember has funded 1,200 men’s health programs in 21 countries, achieving significant breakthroughs in the way prostate and testicular cancer is diagnosed and treated. The movement is also focused on male suicide, which kills at least one man, every minute of every day. Adam is joining me via Skype from LA to talk about this year’s Movember campaign and more broadly around men’s issues.References:http://www.movember.com/https://www.facebook.com/MovemberAustralia/I'm Just A Man | Men's Mental Health Awareness Gala | 22-Nov-2017https://www.facebook.com/imjustamanevent/The Beards - Sharp Dressed Manhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GNBSvHbFg1ALifeline - Call in Australia 131114https://www.lifeline.org.au/Suicide Call Back Service - Call in Australia 1300659467https://www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au/