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Better Than Yesterday with Osher Günsberg

Osher Günsbergoshergunsberg.com

With every new day comes the opportunity to grow. Hosted by Osher Günsberg - a best-selling author, podcaster, TV host, husband, dad, stepdad, electric mobility enthusiast and part-time climate worrier. This podcast is here to help make today better than yesterday. Since 2013, the show has set out to improve life for you and the people you love. Sometimes it’s authentic conversations. Sometimes we’ll unpack the news or hear how Osher deals with life as a sober person with a different brain. But you’ll always hear something you need to hear (and laugh while you do). Listen to feel less alone, build better habits and discover some solution-based approaches for when life gets tricky.

 

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Better Make it Quick: Anna Meares

Anna Meares is the most decorated female track cyclist of all time - one of the most profoundly successful and influential athletes our country has ever produced. Although Anna is now retired, I am in constant awe of her achievements on and off the track. Stay up to date by joining the mailing list here: Osher Günsberg - Better Than Yesterday Podcast | Linktree Anything else? Come visit us on discord. Join the oshergünsberg Discord Server! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informat...

Sep 12, 202323 minEp. 849

497: Everything you need to know about The Voice referendum with Thomas Mayo

If you’re unaware who he is, Thomas Mayo is an extraordinary man. Based in Darwin, Thomas Mayo is a Kaurareg Aboriginal and Kalkalgal, Erubamle Torres Strait Islander man. He is the Assistant National Secretary of the MUA, the Chairperson of the Northern Territory Indigenous Labor Network and a director on the Australians for Indigenous Constitutional Recognition board and is a signatory of the Uluru Statement from the Heart and has been a leading advocate since its inception in May 2017. ‌ I’m ...

Sep 10, 20231 hr 21 minEp. 848

A handy guide to speaking to people about The Voice Referendum

Checking in, September 8, 2023 Stay up to date by joining the mailing list here: Osher Günsberg - Better Than Yesterday Podcast | Linktree Anything else? Come visit us on discord. Join the oshergünsberg Discord Server! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Sep 07, 202327 minEp. 847

Better Make it Quick: Yassmin Abdel-Magied

Yassmin Abdel-Magied is a brilliant Australian Author, Engineer and Activist. Stay up to date by joining the mailing list here: Osher Günsberg - Better Than Yesterday Podcast | Linktree Anything else? Come visit us on discord. Join the oshergünsberg Discord Server! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Sep 05, 202320 minEp. 846

496: Finding Joy, Triumph, and Love in Life with Quadruple Amputee (and Pirate) Tom Nash

How long do you think it would take you heal from an illness that changed your life? Picture this - you’re 19 have just lost both yours arms and legs after contracting meningococcal disease. How long do you think it would take you to heal? Well for Tom Nash, who survived the life-threatening illness to becoming a quadruple amputee at the age of nineteen, his story is nothing short of remarkable. However it isn’t until now, in his forties that Tom believes he has truly begun heal. When I first me...

Sep 03, 20231 hr 19 minEp. 845

What does Laundry have to do with Voting Yes on The Voice to Parliament?

Checking in, September 1, 2023 Stay up to date by joining the mailing list here: Osher Günsberg - Better Than Yesterday Podcast | Linktree Anything else? Come visit us on discord. Join the oshergünsberg Discord Server! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Aug 31, 20239 minEp. 844

Better Make it Quick: Josh Fox

Josh Fox is a filmmaker, environmental activist, and playwright known for his documentary films focusing on environmental and social issues. Josh was nominated for an Oscar for his debut film “Gasland” which explores the controversial method of hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, for natural gas. The film received critical acclaim and shed light on the environmental and health concerns associated with fracking. Stay up to date by joining the mailing list here: Osher Günsberg - Better Than Yesterd...

Aug 29, 202321 minEp. 843

495: Decolonising the Australian Landscape with Professor Prue Gibson

Do you feel a connection with nature but you’ve never taken the time to understand it? Or perhaps sat down and really thought about the often overlooked connections between nature and human expression? Dr. Prue Gibson is a prominent Australian author and esteemed research academic specializing in plant studies at the School of Art and Design, University of New South Wales. As an author and educator, she has contributed significantly to the understanding of the relationships between humans, natur...

Aug 27, 20231 hr 9 minEp. 842

The True Joy of Dog Poo

Checking in, August 25, 2023 Stay up to date by joining the mailing list here: Osher Günsberg - Better Than Yesterday Podcast | Linktree Anything else? Come visit us on discord. Join the oshergünsberg Discord Server! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Aug 24, 202313 minEp. 841

Better Make it Quick: Michelle Cowan

Michelle Cowan is the head of women’s football for West Coast Eagles in Perth. Stay up to date by joining the mailing list here: Osher Günsberg - Better Than Yesterday Podcast | Linktree Anything else? Come visit us on discord. Join the oshergünsberg Discord Server! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Aug 22, 202325 minEp. 840

494: The Importance of an Uncomfortable Conversation in a Comfortable Community with Josh Szeps

When was the last time you had a conversation with someone that was uncomfortable? ‌ When you heard something they said, and you got the floods. Your heart rate spiked, your hands started to shake, you wanted to not just show them how wrong they were for saying that, but to utterly dominate them into submission? ‌ Did you stop to think about why it was uncomfortable? Were they being out and out racist? Misogynistic? Cruel? ‌ Were they pointing out something in you that you don’t like, and instea...

Aug 20, 20231 hr 21 minEp. 839

The Matildas and The Promise of Sport

Checking in, August 18, 2023 Stay up to date by joining the mailing list here: Osher Günsberg - Better Than Yesterday Podcast | Linktree Anything else? Come visit us on discord. Join the oshergünsberg Discord Server! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Aug 17, 202316 minEp. 838

Better Make it Quick: Simon Griffiths

Simon Griffiths is the CEO and co-founder of Who Gives a Crap. He is the engineer and economist who had an aha-moment to sell toilet paper, but it’s not your ordinary toilet paper. Its good looking, forest friendly toilet paper - and Who Gives a Crap donate 50% of their profits to help build toilets for those in need. Stay up to date by joining the mailing list here: Osher Günsberg - Better Than Yesterday Podcast | Linktree Anything else? Come visit us on discord. Join the oshergünsberg Discord ...

Aug 15, 202324 minEp. 837

493: Clowning in Paris with Rachael Coopes

Did you know that Paris is home to one of the most renowned clown schools, created by Philippe Gaulier, the Dumbledore of Clowning? Which counts the likes of Sacha Baron Cohen and Emma Thompson among its alumni? As well as one of Australia’s very own Rachael Coopes. Rachael is an award-winning storyteller who has made her mark in various forms, be it writing, acting, or producing for international screens and stages for over two decades. Many of you may recognise her from her delightful presence...

Aug 13, 20231 hr 16 minEp. 836

You Can Because You Think You Can (and You Can't Because You Think You Can't)

Checking in, August 11, 2023 Stay up to date by joining the mailing list here: Osher Günsberg - Better Than Yesterday Podcast | Linktree Anything else? Come visit us on discord. Join the oshergünsberg Discord Server! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Aug 10, 202321 minEp. 835

Better Make It Quick: Urzila Carlson

Urzila Carlson is a South African born New Zealand comedian. You may know her from her Netflix show, her podcast or seen her live stand up. Stay up to date by joining the mailing list here: Osher Günsberg - Better Than Yesterday Podcast | Linktree Anything else? Come visit us on discord. Join the oshergünsberg Discord Server! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Aug 08, 202318 minEp. 834

492: How Changing Intention of Action Changed a Career - with Broden Kelly from Aunty Donna

Broden Kelly. He’s a podcaster, musician and 1/3 of the landmark Australian comedy outfit Aunty Donna. ‌ They’re not for everyone, and that’s OK. ‌ There’s a solid broad line in the middle of our community where a joke is very obvious. And as you get out to the edges, it can get darker, stranger, weirder, more uncomfortable, and sometimes - just sometimes you can loop all the way back around again through all of that discomfort to absolute hilarity. ‌ It’s that particular path for me which makes...

Aug 06, 20231 hr 11 minEp. 833

Not winning a Logie was the best thing ever

Checking in, August 4, 2023 Stay up to date by joining the mailing list here: Osher Günsberg - Better Than Yesterday Podcast | Linktree Anything else? Come visit us on discord. Join the oshergünsberg Discord Server! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Aug 03, 202324 minEp. 832

Better Make It Quick: Kirk Docker

Kirk Docker is the Australian co-creator, executive producer and rarely seen interviewer behind the ABC Show You Can’t Ask That. He has been awarded a Walkley Award, Rose d’Or and an AACTA for his work. Stay up to date by joining the mailing list here: Osher Günsberg - Better Than Yesterday Podcast | Linktree Anything else? Come visit us on discord. Join the oshergünsberg Discord Server! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat...

Aug 01, 202319 minEp. 831

491: Just get up and go for a walk (across Australia) with adventurer Sophie Matterson

My guest is Sophie Matterson. In 2019 Sophie's desire for a different kind of life led her to set an audacious goal – to walk across the width of Australia, covering an astounding 5000 kilometres, from Shark Bay in Western Australia to Byron Bay in New South Wales. Sophie was joined on this journey by her five camels, and together they faced life-and-death situations, braved harsh weather conditions, and overcame the challenges of solitude and going weeks without encountering another soul. Sophi...

Jul 30, 20231 hr 25 minEp. 830

When I, then I (and other lies)

Checking in, July 28, 2023 If you feel like voting for me for the 2023 Gold Logie, you can do so at https://www.tvweeklogies.com.au/ Stay up to date on more upcoming NTNNNNN shows by joining the mailing list here: Osher Günsberg - Better Than Yesterday Podcast | Linktree Anything else? Come visit us on discord. Join the oshergünsberg Discord Server! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Jul 27, 202314 minEp. 829

Better Make It Quick: Richard Reid

Let’s revisit my conversation with iconic entertainment reporter Richard Reid. You’ll him from the Today show and the winner of I’m a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here . If you feel like voting for me for the 2023 Gold Logie, you can do so at https://www.tvweeklogies.com.au/ Stay up to date on more upcoming NTNNNNN shows by joining the mailing list here: Osher Günsberg - Better Than Yesterday Podcast | Linktree Anything else? Come visit us on discord. Join the oshergünsberg Discord Server! Hosted on ...

Jul 25, 202326 minEp. 828

490: Aussie Tech and Startup Investing with Stew Glynn

My guest today is known for his keen eye in spotting promising start-ups and his belief in supporting ambitious founders. ‌ Today we delve into the fascinating world of venture capital, entrepreneurship, and the future of technology with Stew Glynn. He is the Co-founder and Managing Partner of TEN13, Australia's largest syndicated investment platform. His involvement with TEN13 has been nothing short of remarkable, as the venture syndicate has already raised and invested $30 million into 14 brea...

Jul 23, 20231 hr 17 minEp. 827

The benefits of not avoiding calling a colleague to tell them that they missed something very important

Checking in, July 21, 2023 If you feel like voting for me for the 2023 Gold Logie, you can do so at https://www.tvweeklogies.com.au/ Stay up to date on more upcoming NTNNNNN shows by joining the mailing list here: Osher Günsberg - Better Than Yesterday Podcast | Linktree Anything else? Come visit us on discord. Join the oshergünsberg Discord Server! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Jul 20, 20238 minEp. 826

Better Make It Quick: Taylor Steele

Taylor Steele is one of the most prolific and influential surf film creators in our lifetime. Taylor released his first film Momentum when he was 20 years old in 1992, and created a new style of surf films. If you feel like voting for me for the 2023 Gold Logie, you can do so at https://www.tvweeklogies.com.au/ Stay up to date on more upcoming NTNNNNN shows by joining the mailing list here: Osher Günsberg - Better Than Yesterday Podcast | Linktree Anything else? Come visit us on discord. Join th...

Jul 18, 202322 minEp. 825

489: A path back from PTSD with former war correspondent Dean Yates

For decades, Dean Yates decades was the ideal warzone correspondent: courageous, compassionate, dedicated. After years of facing the worst moments imaginable - including the Bali bombings and the Boxing Day tsunami, it was one final incident which undid him. In July 2007, two of his staff members were brutally gunned down by an American helicopter in Iraq. What followed was an unravelling of everything Dean thought he knew of himself. His PTSD was compounded by his moral wound - the devastation ...

Jul 16, 20231 hr 26 minEp. 829

The Best (and 2nd Best) Time I ever got Fired

Checking in, July 14, 2023 If you feel like voting for me for the 2023 Gold Logie, you can do so at https://www.tvweeklogies.com.au/ Stay up to date on more upcoming NTNNNNN shows by joining the mailing list here: Osher Günsberg - Better Than Yesterday Podcast | Linktree Anything else? Come visit us on discord. Join the oshergünsberg Discord Server! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Jul 13, 202316 minEp. 823

Better Make It Quick: Blindboy

Blindboy is a podcasting legend. He’s also musician, satirist, author and TV producer. If you feel like voting for me for the 2023 Gold Logie, you can do so at https://www.tvweeklogies.com.au/ Stay up to date on more upcoming NTNNNNN shows by joining the mailing list here: Osher Günsberg - Better Than Yesterday Podcast | Linktree Anything else? Come visit us on discord. Join the oshergünsberg Discord Server! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. See omnystudio.com/listener...

Jul 11, 202324 minEp. 822

488: Celeste Mountjoy and the Question: "What The F**k Is This?"

Celeste Mountjoy is a Melbourne based artist, who has become a voice for a generation of women that, she says, are no longer prepared to smile politely at the outrages, uncertainties, and absurdities of life on the path to adulthood. Celeste uses her art to share her observations on being young, female and occasionally seriously fucked off. She started sharing her illustrations on Instagram at the age of 14 and now, almost a decade later her Instagram FilthyRatBag has garnered a huge following. ...

Jul 09, 20231 hrEp. 821

Bodge is Best (until it isn't)

Checking in, July 7, 2023 If you feel like voting for me for the 2023 Gold Logie, you can do so at https://www.tvweeklogies.com.au/ Stay up to date on more upcoming NTNNNNN shows by joining the mailing list here: Osher Günsberg - Better Than Yesterday Podcast | Linktree Anything else? Come visit us on discord. Join the oshergünsberg Discord Server! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Jul 06, 202315 minEp. 820
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