Episode 25- Turning tragedy into triumph

Viewer discretion advised: This episode of the Unleashed podcast delves into sensitive themes surrounding suicide and may be traumatic for some listeners.

Wayne Holdsworth is addressing Australia’s alarming suicide rates through his charity, SmackTalk. After the tragic loss of his son Mac to sextortion-related suicide, Wayne founded SmackTalk in early 2024 to educate the public on suicide prevention. With a growing number of presentations across the country, he emphasizes the importance of recognizing warning signs and providing immediate support. Wayne advocates for increased government funding and resources to reduce waiting times for mental health services.

His mission is to prevent further tragedies by empowering individuals to identify and support those in distress, hoping to eventually eliminate suicides altogether. It only takes a microsecond for someone to make a snap decision that could have lasting consequences for their life – or even devastatingly end it.