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Rodney Bridge
PrintOne Life One Choice - Author, Presenter, Global Ambassador
If there is one thing to know about a presentation by Rodney Bridge, it is that it has a lasting impact on audiences of all ages. Lived experience makes for the most impactful presentations and, sadly, Rodney’s is a story that has touched the minds and hearts of parents, students, workers and corporates worldwide
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Testimonials for Rodney Bridge
I would like to congratulate you on the excellent presentation you delivered to the year 9 and 10 Perth Modern students yesterday, that I had the privilege of also attending. I really hope that every high school student in WA gets the opportunity to hear what happened to Preston, and I know already that his legacy has saved, and will continue to save, many other lives.
Tonya McKusker – McKusker Foundation
Rod Bridge presented to my corporate staff at the auditorium in Perth CDB. I hadn’t heard of him before but after watching the emotional video and hearing his confronting story I immediately instructed the staff to implement the program into all mining camps. It was an absolute pleasure to witness this presentation, and I am sure his campaign will make a difference. Heart wrenching does not even go close to the way I felt. A must-see and must-witness first hand.
John McMeakon - Managing Director (Iron Ore) Rio Tinto
I am the HR manager for Northern Star mining and responsible for training and education. I first heard of Rodney Bridge when listening to a podcast on the radio when traveling in the North West with work. His story inspired me so much, I decided to have him speak to our contractors and miners on camp. His presentation was so compelling and unique it resonated for weeks to come. He allowed time for questions from the attendees and remained on site still answering questions after the event had finished. ‘Inspiring’ and ‘emotional’ are the words that come to mind.
Sandra Donaldson – HR -Recruitment – Northern Star Mining
One Life Once Choice presents a very powerful, heart wrenching, compelling and confronting insight into the effects of drugs. I believe that this presentation will encourage young people to rethink using drugs and that the presentation has the potential to save young lives.
Damian Shuttleworth – Principal, Carine High School
Confronting, Challenging, Informative and Emotional were the strongest feedback words used by Churchlands SHS students after the One Life Once Choice presentation. The consensus from student feedback was that this was the best anti-drug message they had ever heard, seen or read. In the days following the presentation, the school received numerous parent contacts in support of the program. The consistent message was that for the first time their children came home and talked about drugs and the dangers they represent.
Neil Hunt – Principal, Churchlands Senior High School
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Rodney Bridge's Biography
One Life One Choice - Author, Presenter, Global Ambassador
If there is one thing to know about a presentation by Rodney Bridge, it is that it has a lasting impact on audiences of all ages. Lived experience makes for the most impactful presentations and, sadly, Rodney’s is a story that has touched the minds and hearts of parents, students, workers and corporates worldwide.
In Western Australia alone, his presentation has reached over 255,000 students and in excess of 27,000 parents since late 2015. National and international presentations have reached executives and staff from some of the country’s most prestigious mining companies, US law enforcement, education institutions and high-profile businesses. In each instance, powerful and positive feedback indicates a lasting impact on the audience.
Rodney’s presentations to the largest mining companies in Australia have left the audience speechless. Testimonials from parents, teachers, students and corporates have described the presentation as the most powerful, informative, emotional, and heartbreaking event they have attended. His presentations have been hailed as one of the best Alcohol and Drug presentations seen by secondary students, parents and corporates all over the world.
Rodney’s presentation tells the story of Preston Bridge, a very likable 16-year-old that jumped from a second-storey balcony at a popular resort in Scarborough, WA after his Churchland’s Senior High School Year 12 school ball. Preston had taken a research chemical drug known as 25INbome, a powerful psychedelic drug that caused him to hallucinate and jump to his death.
Following Preston’s death, Rodney wanted answers about where the drug came from. In October 2015 he travelled to China where the manufacturers of the research chemical operated. With a news crew from 60 Minutes Australia, he exposed the drug cartel and, after the undercover operation went viral around the world, the Chinese Government and Law enforcement agencies intervened. As a result, 21,000 people were arrested, over 1,500 factories and offices were closed. 5,000,000 (five million) social media sites were blocked, 248 websites were investigated and a further 116 research chemical drugs were banned from manufacturing and placed on the narcotics list in China.
In an effort to educate as many people as possible about the very real dangers of illicit drugs and the impact ‘one choice’ can have on an entire family and friends circle, Rodney painstakingly created a package which he could present to groups from school age through to corporate employees and executives.
The presentation consists of an opening introduction followed by a 20-minute powerful and informative video. After viewing the video, the audience can meet Rodney Bridge, the father of Preston. Rodney tells the heart-wrenching story about losing his son as well as his (somewhat dangerous) exploits in China where he was instrumental in exposing and closing down the drug sites.
Rodney explains what some of the drugs actually are, what they are made of and what can happen if you take them. As an option, he opens the floor to questions and answers from the audience. The duration of the presentation can be tailored for between 45 minutes and 2 hours. In a school environment it is common to present to the whole school - Year 8 to Year 12.
Rodney’s story has been viewed by over 1.4 billion people worldwide and he was a finalist for the 2023 Australian of the Year. He removed his nomination upon being hospitalised for a back injury. Having recovered, he has returned to the speaking circuit and is continuing to educate and inform.
This is a presentation that all students and parents need to view. ‘Inspirational’ and ‘inspiring’ are the words most used to describe the experience. What better way to educate than to tell a true story from the heart.
To enquire about Rodney for your event contact Helene Greenham directly – helene@platinumspeakers.com.au
Speaking Topics Include
One Life One Choice - Rodney tells the heart-wrenching story about losing his son Preston as well as his (somewhat dangerous) exploits in China where he was instrumental in exposing and closing down the drug sites.