Changes to preterm baby guidelines, and Alex Noble on nobility

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Changes to preterm baby guidelines, and Alex Noble on nobility

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Jun 25, 2024

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Helping you figure out all the big stuff in life: relationships, health, money, work and the world.

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Jun 25, 2024

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Life Matters is your guide to contemporary Australian life. Be part of rich conversations on relationships, family, parenting, education, work, health and consumer issues.

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What to do if your teen is in an abusive relationship, and how stoicism can ease your work woes: It's not just adults who can find themselves in unhealthy or violent relationships. Often in the first ever romantic relationships, teenagers are particularly vulnerable. So how can you spot abuse, and what can we do to foster respectful relationships for teens? Plus, a look at how stoicism can get you through a frustrating workday and help you thrive in your career. by Life Matters - Full program podcast
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How to feel good about your body on the inside and out: Our body image has a huge impact on our wellbeing, and as we get older, it can become fraught. We look at how to love your body as it ages, and feel great in your skin. Plus, a look at how formal settings change our behaviour and what we lose in a world that's becoming more casual. And learn how technology has changed the art of street photography. by Life Matters - Full program podcast
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Containing work stress: When you come home, how do you go just shedding all the stress related to work at the front door? If the work-life boundary gets blurry, it can have really bad impacts on our mental and physical wellbeing, so what can we do to reduce work stress? Also, how to handle a friend who's a troll. by Life Matters - Full program podcast
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Is there a 'right' amount of independence to give your kids?: These days, we all want our kids to grow up with the confidence and independence they need to navigate the world on their own. But, we also want to make sure they can come back to us for the love and support they need when they're struggling. So how do you find the balance that works for your family? And how can you know if you're getting it right? by Life Matters - Full program podcast
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Fixing the housing crisis, plus the power of libraries: Who should pay to fix the housing crisis? Then, are individual virtues ruining our democracy? Plus, the power of libraries. by Life Matters - Full program podcast
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How to spot poisonous food, swimming in your city river and the science of sound baths: Food poisoning can be debilitating and in some cases, even fatal. So how can you help figure out what made you ill? Learn how urban swimmers are pushing cities to clean up their rivers, and how sound baths can ease stress and pain. by Life Matters - Full program podcast
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Could writing improve medical care and Ben Shewry's take on Modern Dads: Teaching doctors how to write could make them better listeners and greatly improve the quality of the healthcare we receive. And Attica head chef Ben Shewry on divorcing with excellence. by Life Matters - Full program podcast
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Will self-exclusion be enough to end problem gambling?: A new scheme called BetStop came into effect this week and it's aiming to help problem gamblers block themselves from betting on the phone and online. But does it go far enough? Gestational diabetes can be serious but experts believe it's being over-diagnosed, and the treatments could be doing more harm to those without the condition. Plus, learn about the science behind the ever-growing flavours of craft beers. by Life Matters - Full program podcast
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FDA approves world's first pill to treat postnatal depression: Will the new pill to treat perinatal depression be a game changer? Then, what are the rules behind the naming rights of these fireballs? Plus, how do we understand ourselves in relation to our family, our communities, and our work? by Life Matters - Full program podcast
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Justice for survivors, banking disputes: There are many factors that keep survivors from speaking up and seeking justice, but a win can be transformative. We look at the road to justice and how it is changing. Then, why are so many Australians getting into disputes with their banks and other financial institutions? by Life Matters - Full program podcast
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Doing aged care differently, women's fishing and unheard conversations: Life Matters comes to you from Darwin Festival with stories about how the NT does it differently. Learn how a north-east Arnhem Land aged care centre is creating a "little heaven" for its residents, find out why women have embraced fishing in Darwin, and hear the Untold conversations Indigenous creatives say we need to be having. by Life Matters - Full program podcast
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Finding where your fish comes from and changing schools: Most of the fish you buy in restaurants could be imported and you'd never know. But that might be about to change. So will knowing where your fish comes from change your dining habits? Plus, we look at when to change schools if your child is having difficulties, and when it might be better to stick it out. by Life Matters - Full program podcast
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Live from the Darwin Festival: A powerful and personal story of the Stolen Generations, an exploration of how Yolngu law and the Westminster system could work together instead of in opposition, and how are Indigenous superheroes, old and new, changing comic books? by Life Matters - Full program podcast
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Dealing with owner's committee politics, and chatting at the checkout to fight loneliness: More of us are buying and living in apartments, but those dwellings have strings attached, namely the other apartment owners in your building. Making decisions in close quarters can lead to drama, so how do you keep things smooth sailing in your owners committee? If you thought the right to stay with your family was a given in Australia, think again. We hear from an Italian national fighting to stay in Australia with his young son. Plus, would a chat at the checkout help you feel less lonely? Supermarkets in The Netherlands are trying 'chatty checkouts', we look at how that might benefit people here. by Life Matters - Full program podcast
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Discovering the pleasure of deep listening: Yes, you're listening, but are you really listening? Deep listening is the act of listening for pleasure, with purpose. Learn how to listen mindfully and how it can open up your life. by Life Matters - Full program podcast
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How to hold onto your purpose in retirement: Without a clear plan for your retirement, there's a risk you could lose your sense of relevance and purpose. We look at how to steer clear of 'relevance deprivation syndrome' and have a meaningful retirement. Plus, as we grow into adults and have our own children, how does our appreciation of our own parents change? Hugh Van Cuylenburg wraps his look at Modern Dads by sitting down with his own. by Life Matters - Full program podcast
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How to raise an elite athlete, and Adam Liaw on why dads should take on more household chores: The Matildas have been dominating in the Women's World Cup, but have you ever wondered how young athletes make the team? Hilary looks at what it takes to raise an elite athlete, and whether its worth the pressure and sacrifice as a parent. Later, Hayley Campbell joins the conversation for an unflinching look at death in her new book All The Living and the Dead, and Hugh Van Cuylenberg chats to chef and presenter Adam Liaw about how he negotiates the domestic load at home. by Life Matters - Full program podcast
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The dark legacy of forced adoption: What would it take to heal the wounds of forced adoption? This year marks a decade since the national apology for Australia's forced adoption practices, but some of those affected believe that justice has never truly been served. by Life Matters - Full program podcast
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How your personality changes as you age: We've long believed our personalities are fixed, but new research is finding that some traits shift as we get older. For example, we're likely to become less extroverted, but more agreeable. Learn how to navigate these changes in yourself and your loved ones. Plus, sex educator and best selling author Cory Silverberg on what sex ed can teach kids about being their best selves. by Life Matters - Full program podcast
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How to survive your high school reunion, and dealing with flaky friends: High school reunions can be daunting affairs, but they don't have to be! Get the survival guide to reconnecting with teenage friends and foes, and talking about your adult journey without being a brag. Plus, we solve the problem of the commitment-phobic friend who always cancels at the last minute with ABC Alice Springs presenter Alex Barwick and The Conversation's Patrick Lenton. by Life Matters - Full program podcast
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How private health insurance is failing, and what honey can tell us about nature: Is private health insurance fit for purpose? New research has found that although half of Australians have private cover, many don't use it. So is it doing what it's supposed to? Plus, mitigating the environmental cost of getting the perfect holiday photo, and how honey holds the hidden secrets of our surroundings. by Life Matters - Full program podcast
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Pushing through medicinal cannabis stigma at work: Medicinal cannabis has been legal in various Australian jurisdictions for seven years, but those who have a prescription can still face discrimination at work. How do we update our thinking around prescription marijuana? Plus, AIME founder Jack Manning Bancroft on how Indigenous ways of thinking could reform the economy for everyone's benefit. He calls it 'hoodie economics'. by Life Matters - Full program podcast
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The psychology of being a fan, and why you shouldn't announce a pregnancy at someone else's wedding: What makes a superfan so devoted? And why spend all that time and money on your favourite artist? Turns out there are plenty of psychological benefits to being a fan, according to psychologist and Dolly Parton-fan Chris Cheers. Plus, we take some family wedding drama out of the Too Hard Basket, and find out whether it's ever ok to announce your pregnancy at a family member's wedding with comedians Adam Rozenbachs and Mish Wittrup. by Life Matters - Full program podcast
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Using art to heal after a disaster, and finding the funny in menopause: Creative recovery is an emerging tool for healing the trauma of diaster-affected communities. We learn how art projects are helping people process their grief and illuminate their experiences for all Australians. Menopause can be confronting and confusing, so cartoonist Kaz Cooke decided to shed some light on it. She joins us to talk about her new book It's The Menopause, and the thousands of women she heard from in the process of writing it. And we look at the history of Australia's film classifcation system, censorship and the allure of banned films. by Life Matters - Full program podcast
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How to be a great step-parent, and people who cheat in charity challenges: Step-parents get a bad wrap in culture, but as more families become blended, more are taking a parent role with a partner's child. How do you manage boundaries as a step-parent? And what can you do to make your blended family a harmonious one? Plus, solving the case of the coworker who's cheating in your company charity stepathon, for the Too Hard Basket with comedians Gillian Cosgriff and Ivan Aristigueta. by Life Matters - Full program podcast
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How to make the most of your weekends, and dealing with a blowhard coworker: When free time is scarce, it's hard to know what to do with it when you have it. So, what are weekends really for, and how can we make sure we're making that precious time work for us? Plus, how to deal with the coworker who hogs every meeting to ramble and brag, with comedians Amy Hetherington and Ben Russell. by Life Matters - Full program podcast
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The business of trust, and the power of sensitivity: According to a recent survey from Roy Morgan, trust in corporations is at the lowest it's been since measuring began five years ago. "Greedy", "corrupt" and "a lack of professional integrity" were just some of the sentiments being expressed about our corporate sector. We look at how our trust was broken and if it can be restored. Plus, we teach kids to be strong and resilient, but is there some space for sensitivity? Author Jess Sanders looks at the power of being vulnerable. by Life Matters - Full program podcast
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Making your city a cycling utopia, and how to make the leap that will change your life: Most of our cities aren't bike-friendly enough for cycling to be a safe, easy commuting option. We look at what needs to change to make Australian cities cycling havens. Have you ever wished you could just make a big change and shake up your life? Over the next five weeks, you'll meet the Australians who took that big leap, and learn what it took to change their lives. In the first instalment, Jodi Wilson shares how and why she left her well-paying job and possessions behind, packed up her family of six into a caravan and never looked back. by Life Matters - Full program podcast
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Will targeting short stays fix the rental crisis?: 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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Spotting medical gaslighting, and what fish that count can teach us about our mathematical brains: Have you ever gone to a doctor with a problem and not been believed? Or had your symptoms downplayed? Medical misdiagnosis, or 'gaslighting' can have life-threatening consequences, and disproportionately happens to marginalised people. Learn how to spot it and get a second opinion. Plus, could animals that can count hold the key to understanding our own mathematical mastery? Cognitive neuroscientist Dr Brian Butterworth shares how the animal kingdom's numerical skills can help us treat human learning disorders. by Life Matters - Full program podcast
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Changes to preterm baby guidelines, and Alex Noble on nobility

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