My Joint: Conversations about cannabis with Rachel Payne MP

Derek Pyrah : B Side

Wed, 13 May 2026 21:00:00 GMT

On the B Side today Rachel continues her chat with Derek Pyrah.

Derek Pyrah is a retired Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) veteran who served in the Iraq War. He is the founder of the Safer Veterans Australia and the No More Zombie Veterans campaign, which advocates for Australian veterans' access to medicinal cannabis as a safer alternative to outdated poly-pharmacy treatments.

Derek’s advocacy is centred around education and sharing his lived experience, to create change that will see Veterans no longer silenced and suffering.

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Rachel Payne MP

Member for the South-Eastern Metropolitan Region

Legalise Cannabis Victoria

384A Nepean Highway, Chelsea, VIC 3196

rachelpayne.com.au

rachel.payne.mp@parliament.vic.gov.au

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Derek Pyrah: A Side

Mon, 11 May 2026 21:00:00 GMT

On the A Side today Rachel chats to Derek Pyrah.

Derek’s advocacy is centred around education and sharing his lived experience, to create change that will see Veterans no longer silenced and suffering.

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Rachel Payne MP

Member for the South-Eastern Metropolitan Region

Legalise Cannabis Victoria

384A Nepean Highway, Chelsea, VIC 3196

rachelpayne.com.au

rachel.payne.mp@parliament.vic.gov.au

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Bill Simpson: B Side

Wed, 06 May 2026 21:00:00 GMT

On the B Side today Rachel continues her chat with William Simpson, or Bill to friends.

Bill Simpson is a Melbourne based writer, photographer, and tap dancer. His new memoir Drenched in Wonder explores how a single experience transformed his relationship with cannabis and reshaped his creative practice. He is passionate about honest conversations around responsible use and living a curious, meaningful life.

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Bill Simpson: A Side

Mon, 04 May 2026 21:00:00 GMT

On the A Side today Rachel chats to William Simpson, or Bill to friends.

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Rachel Payne: B Side

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 21:00:00 GMT

On the B Side this week Nelly continues her conversation with Rachel Payne.

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Rachel Payne MP

Member for the South-Eastern Metropolitan Region

Legalise Cannabis Victoria

384A Nepean Highway, Chelsea, VIC 3196

rachelpayne.com.au

rachel.payne.mp@parliament.vic.gov.au

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Rachel Payne: A Side

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 21:00:00 GMT

On the A Side this week Rachel Payne sits down with...Rachel Payne.

Well, really, Nelly Thomas sits down with Rachel so we can get to know a bit more about how she got started and what drives her.

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Dilruk Jayasinha: B Side

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 21:00:00 GMT

On Side B today, Rachel is joined by the hilarious Dilruk Jayasinha.

Dil is a Sri Lankan born Australian comedian, broadcaster and actor. He is also a heart attack survivor, excellent cook, all ‘round lovely man and, a cannabis consumer.

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Dilruk Jayasinha: A Side

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 21:00:00 GMT

On Side A today, Rachel is joined by the hilarious Dilruk Jayasinha.

Dil is a Sri Lankan born Australian comedian, broadcaster and actor. He is also a heart attack survivor, excellent cook, all ‘round lovely man and, a cannabis consumer.

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Alice Davy: B Side

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 21:00:00 GMT

This week, on the B Side, Rachel continues her conversation with Alice Davy; a single mother to two young boys, a medicinal cannabis patient who navigates life with endometriosis, multiple sclerosis and ADHD.

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Alice Davy: A Side

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 21:00:00 GMT

This week, on the A Side, Rachel talks to Alice Davy; a single mother to two young boys, a medicinal cannabis patient who navigates life with endometriosis, multiple sclerosis, ADHD. She is a passionate advocate for cannabis reform including women’s and children’s health. She has been a part of the Let Patients Drive campaign in Victoria and worked to address the impact of current driving laws on medicinal cannabis patients.

Alice is someone who has gone from being completely debilitated by her chronic illnesses, to now being an amateur boxer and personal trainer, and is currently studying community services to one day become a social worker.

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Renee Thompson: B Side

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 21:00:00 GMT

This week on the B Side, Rachel continues her conversation with Renee Thompson; a marriage celebrant, event producer, community advocate, performer, DJ, MC, creative writer & story-teller.

Renee refers to herself as “the First Lady of cannabis” as she happens to be Rachel's beloved.

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Renee Thompson: A Side

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 21:00:00 GMT

This week on the A Side, Rachel talks to Renee Thompson; a marriage celebrant, event producer, community advocate, performer, DJ, MC, creative writer & story-teller.

She approaches the work she does from a place of asset-based community development; using the art of gathering to form connections and create spaces that elevate women.

Under the brand Tomboy, Renee has created inclusive LGBTIQA+ social spaces, networks, workshops and celebrations of sexual liberation. Renee’s vision is to make our community a place that’s welcoming, open minded, supportive, creative, and accessible for all kinds of people.

Renee refers to herself as “the First Lady of cannabis” as she happens to be Rachel's beloved.

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Helen Kapalos: B Side

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Today, on the B Side, we’re joined by Helen Kapalos, an award-winning documentary filmmaker and journalist whose work played a key role in advancing the legalisation of medicinal cannabis in Australia. With more than 20 years’ experience across Australia’s commercial and public broadcasting networks, she directed, produced and appeared in a groundbreaking documentary on medical cannabis that was later acquired by Netflix and SBS and screened nationally, helping bring the issue into the public spotlight.

Helen is also a published author, commentator and speaker on multiculturalism, public policy and social change, and is widely recognised for her advocacy for equity, inclusion and evidence-based reform.

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Helen Kapalos: A Side

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Today, on the A Side, we’re joined by a Helen Kapalos, an award-winning documentary filmmaker and journalist whose work was instrumental in advancing the legalisation of medicinal cannabis in Australia. With more than 20 years’ experience as a broadcaster across Australia’s commercial and public networks, she directed, produced and appeared in a groundbreaking documentary on medical cannabis that was later acquired by Netflix and SBS and screened nationally, helping bring the issue into the public spotlight.

Helen is also a published author, commentator and speaker on multiculturalism, public policy and social change, known for her work advocating for equity, inclusion and evidence-based reform.

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Justin Hamilton: B Side

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 21:30:00 GMT

On the B Side, we were joined by award-winning powerhouse comedian, writer, director and producer Justin Hamilton.

A fixture of the Australian comedy scene for decades, Justin has conquered live stand-up, television and radio, earning his reputation as a genuine “comedian’s comedian.” With more awards than we could possibly list, he remains one of the most respected and influential voices in the industry.

He’s also a proud cannabis consumer; and in this conversation, nothing is off limits.

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Justin Hamilton: A Side

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Today, in the A Side, we’re joined by award-winning powerhouse comedian, writer, director and producer Justin Hamilton.

A stalwart of the Australian comedy scene for decades, Justin has done it all: live stand-up, television, radio; earning a reputation as a true “comedian’s comedian.” With more accolades than we can reasonably list, he’s become one of the most respected and influential voices in Australian comedy.

He’s also a proud cannabis consumer — and today, we get into all of it.

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My Joint - Launching This Thursday!

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Rachel Payne MP is launching a brand-new podcast where honest conversations replace stigma. Each week, she’ll sit down with experts, advocates, and everyday Australians to unpack the myths, realities, and future of cannabis policy and culture.

My Joint: Conversations about cannabis with Rachel Payne MP

Derek Pyrah : B Side

Derek Pyrah: A Side

Bill Simpson: B Side

Bill Simpson: A Side

Rachel Payne: B Side

Rachel Payne: A Side

Dilruk Jayasinha: B Side

Dilruk Jayasinha: A Side

Alice Davy: B Side

Alice Davy: A Side

Renee Thompson: B Side

Renee Thompson: A Side

Helen Kapalos: B Side

Helen Kapalos: A Side

Justin Hamilton: B Side

Justin Hamilton: A Side

My Joint - Launching This Thursday!

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