Understanding the role algorithms play in our lives and navigating palliative care

Styles of parenting and cross-talking friends: Helping you figure out all the big stuff in life: relationships, health, money, work and the world. by Life Matters - Full program podcast

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How a family keeps food traditions alive across generations: Angie Chong, her mother Elizabeth Chong and daughter Tessa Duddy-Chong share their food stories and traditions, and their connection to the dim sim. Plus actor Geraldine Turner on confidence, and the evolution in formal dressing. by Life Matters - Full program podcast

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Creating genuinely caring cultures in health care & Leslie Jamison's Splinters: Helping you figure out all the big stuff in life: relationships, health, money, work and the world. by Life Matters - Full program podcast

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When trauma becomes linked to a particular place & doping, boycotts, and gold at the Olympics: Helping you figure out all the big stuff in life: relationships, health, money, work and the world. by Life Matters - Full program podcast

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Why small talk matters and are your glasses really making your eyes lazier: Helping you figure out all the big stuff in life: relationships, health, money, work and the world. by Life Matters - Full program podcast

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Relationships during a cost of living crisis and my friend's cringe-worthy social media feed: Helping you figure out all the big stuff in life: relationships, health, money, work and the world. by Life Matters - Full program podcast

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Squatting as a response to the housing crisis and the power of exercise: Helping you figure out all the big stuff in life: relationships, health, money, work and the world. by Life Matters - Full program podcast

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Psychedelic assisted therapy and how to inspire change: Helping you figure out all the big stuff in life: relationships, health, money, work and the world. by Life Matters - Full program podcast

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Enjoying your own company and keeping your friendships: Whether you're an introvert or extrovert, everyone can find benefits in solitude, and aloneness doesn't have to equal loneliness. How can you enjoy your own company and build habits around quality solo time? And are we too quick to cull our friends in the name of self care? We look at how to maintain healthy friendships. by Life Matters - Full program podcast

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What does a good life mean? And my friends are breaking up with me.: What are the elements of a so-called 'good life' and what helps you live one? And is it possible to salvage a relationship with your friend when they decide to break up with you? by Life Matters - Full program podcast

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The growing ethical investing movement and the healing power of strength: There is a growing movement in the world of finance and advocacy, arguing that making money and doing good don't have to be mutually exclusive. What makes an investment ethical? How do you ensure the companies you're investing in actually do what they say? And how much might you need to participate in this growing marketplace? And how can you start building a strength routine for physical and psychological healing? And how do you make sure you don’t go too hard and injure yourself further in the process? by Life Matters - Full program podcast

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Learning to drive after 30 and how to knit a human: The percentage of drivers passing their probationary license test after 30 is increasing in Australia. But whether it’s finding an understanding teacher, starting on quieter roads, or seeking the help of a psychologist, people eventually find ways to get their licence. What holds some people back and what helps to push them to master the art of driving? And how do you rebuild your life and your sense of self, when your memories become unreliable or inaccessible? by Life Matters - Full program podcast

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How do women experience pain and a program that's been turning lives around: Research into women's pain shows that it tends to be more common and sometimes more intense, but when women report it, they can often be dismissed, misdiagnosed, or receive different treatment to men experiencing pain. And Backtrack is an organisation that aims to help at-risk youth turn their lives around - as the program itself turns 18, how has it changed the lives of people who have passed through it? by Life Matters - Full program podcast

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Living like a toddler and finding community in an independent library: The best model for the good life might not be the CEO but the tiny person playing with blocks and screaming for another episode of Bluey. What can we learn from a toddler's unencumbered approach to life? And more tiny, independent libraries are popping up, each with unique collections. The people starting these libraries say it's a great way of building community. by Life Matters - Full program podcast

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How to handle a secret crush and a difficult mother-daughter conversation: What are the consequences of one-sided love, and how can we move on from it? And in Ask Aunty, can you have a constructive conversation with your adult daughter about the clothes she's choosing to wear? by Life Matters - Full program podcast

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Respecting our own grief and are conspiracy theories on the rise?: How can we use rituals, memorials, and other grief practices to give ourselves room to heal, when we lose a pet? And it can feel like the number of conspiracy theories and conspiracy theorists is rising astronomically, but new research suggests it's not that clear cut. by Life Matters - Full program podcast

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Online sports betting and charting a new path in life: Has online gambling become too central to sports in Australia? Or is a bit of a flutter just a fun part of the game? And, when Qin Qin realised that the path she was on wasn't actually bringing her a lot of joy, she decided to go off-script. by Life Matters - Full program podcast

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Navigating the child support system and a cadetship that's changing lives: The formula that helps calculate how much child support parents are paid is being reviewed, over concerns that it no longer reflects the true costs of raising a child. And a cadetship program that has been working with people who have lived in social housing to help them gain qualifications and long-term employment. by Life Matters - Full program podcast

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Living your best life, how to blend a family: It can feel sometimes like you're on a treadmill, getting through the routine of regular tasks. But what if you could bring more meaning into your daily life? Plus how to be a good step parent, and make a successful blended family. by Life Matters - Full program podcast

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The changing nature of the mother-daughter relationship: Mothers can be the centre of your world when you're a child, but that relationship has twists and turns over the life span. Author Susan Johnson talks about her mother and we hear your stories as well. Plus how to handle an awkward comment from your child about your friendship with another parent. by Life Matters - Full program podcast

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How menopause is transforming your brain and how young is too young for the the gym: It's now clear that during menopause, women's brains undergo significant changes. But world-renowned neuroscientist Dr Lisa Mosconi says that with the right treatment and support, women can emerge from this period with renewed and enhanced brains rather than depleted ones. And is the gym the right place for teenagers or pre-teens to be working out? How old should kids be before they lift weights? And what does a safe, age-appropriate and fun kid's strength work-out look like? by Life Matters - Full program podcast

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Why is the ATO pursuing old debts? And what impact does the vagus nerve have on our stress?: Two federal ombudsmen have released a critical report on the manner in which the Australian Tax Office has pursued old debts that had previously been 'written off'. Why, in some cases, are these debts reappearing after more than a decade? And what does the evidence say about the impact of the vagus nerve on stress levels. by Life Matters - Full program podcast

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Co-operative housing and an adventure leads to love: Co-operative housing makes up around 22 percent of housing in Sweden, but it constitutes less than one percent of housing in Australia. Could it become a bigger part of the housing solution here? And when Matty Hannon set out on a solo trip from the top of Alaska to the bottom of Patagonia, he was expecting an adventure. What he found was love, and a new way of looking at the world. by Life Matters - Full program podcast

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The psychology of fads and the changing face of churches: Why do we keep falling for fads again and again, and what can we expect from the future of trends? And while church attendance has declined over the decades, parishioners are still gathering. So, how have churches themselves transformed? by Life Matters - Full program podcast

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Dealing with shame and an upselling hairdresser: Exploring strategies to help you overcome shame or embarrassment. And how do you handle the pressure when you're at the salon and your hairdresser suggests extra products and treatments while you're in the chair? by Life Matters - Full program podcast

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How much protein do you really need? And what can whales teach us about being human?: What does protein actually do and how do you know if you’re getting the right amount? And wildlife scientist Vanessa Pirotta shares her passion for whales and explores what it is about the adventures of these massive creatures that resonates with us so deeply. by Life Matters - Full program podcast

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The rise of electric vehicles and concerns over flight safety: Even before new policies to support electric vehicles are implemented, there has been a shift in consumer purchasing, with EV sales doubling in 2023. What factors have the most influence over consumers decisions around low-emissions vehicles? And is the recent run of incidents on Boeing planes just a random run of bad luck? Or something to factor in as you plan your next trip? by Life Matters - Full program podcast

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Tackling depression in aged care and reducing early births: People in aged care face some of the highest risks of depression in our community. But new Australian research shows there may be simple solutions with enormous potential to help, if they're properly implemented. And Every Week Counts, has been working to reduce early births and pre-term births before week 37. The people behind the campaign believe it is working, but significant challenges remain, particularly for some First Nations mothers and babies. by Life Matters - Full program podcast

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How do we prevent sexual harassment and is there a future for cash?: New data from Our Watch reveals that more than two in five women, and just over a quarter of men, experienced sexual harassment at work in the past five years. Australian law says it's on workplaces to prevent sexual harassment, so how can that actually be done? And the demand for cash is declining. Yet some are concerned about the charges we pay at the point of sale, especially during a cost-of-living crisis. Is there a future for cash? by Life Matters - Full program podcast

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