These days, there are a lot of conflicting opinions when it comes to whether there's a "right" way to be a man. What qualities of masculinity have you embraced in 2025? Also, in most neighbourhoods, there's an unspoken rubbish bin etiquette that is adhered to. What happens when one neighbour starts breaking the rules?
Jane was blocked from using her frozen eggs in Western Australia. She describes this as forcing her to become a 'reproductive refugee,' travelling across the country to access the medical care she needed to become a mother. Plus, can literary fiction counter the manosphere? And our resident ethicist weighs in on how AI is being used in courts to hear cases from the afterlife.
Andrew’s side hustle has helped fund his wedding and several overseas holidays. But it’s not just about the money; his side job keeps him fulfilled. We also opened the lines for you to share your thoughts on your own side hustle. Plus, we heard from an expert on side hustle culture and how it has evolved in recent years. Plus, new screening for endometriosis that could prevent invasive surgery, as well as why Australians love to love—and love to hate—Eurovision.
Kate first started taking antidepressants when she was 12 years old. Thirty years later, she's still on them. She's one of the three and a half million Australians taking antidepressants. One researcher says they're one of the most commonly overprescribed drugs and it's not getting to the root cause of Australia's mental health crisis. Plus, is the high school literature curriculum too white and too male? And how a new solar battery rebate could benefit you.
Katelyn managed to finish Year 12 despite struggling with reading. Now an adult, she wants to open her world up to more opportunities, so for the past year, she's been on a learning journey with the Adult Literacy Service. Plus, battles for leadership, from the Catholic Church to the Australian Parliament, have us asking: what makes a good leader? And your last day on the job, for the rest of your life?
If your dream for a career, relationship, family or life goal, doesn't work out, it can be devastating. But, can it also bring peace, relief and personal growth? Also, how to be your kid's biggest sports' fan, without taking your competitiveness too far.
Helping you figure out all the big stuff in life: relationships, health, money, work and the world.
Owning a home is often considered part of the Australian dream, so how do some people make that dream a reality? And how could intergenerational communal housing help ease the housing crisis and the loneliness 'epidemic'?
Helping you figure out all the big stuff in life: relationships, health, money, work and the world.
Rosie Waterland and Jamila Rizvi's new book, Broken Brains, confronts how we treat mental health and physical health conditions differently and offers comfort and advice "for anyone who has been sick or loved someone who was".
If you've moved or changed your living circumstances, it can be tricky to make a new crew of friends. What's the best way to find like-minded souls who "get" you? Also, if your elderly dad has made a decision you think is probably not in their best interest, how do you gently help them make a better choice?
Do I need to buy a burner, or should I ditch my US trip? Some Aussies are questioning their holiday plans to the States, and travel agency Flight Centre says it could be costing them $100 million. So, what do you need to consider if you're heading to Trump's America? Also, a food fight between Australian cooking empires RecipeTin Eats and Baking With Brooki has us asking chef Adam Liaw: Can you copyright a recipe?
Helping you figure out all the big stuff in life: relationships, health, money, work and the world.
Like Bob Dylan in the 60s, the move to go electric might be seen as controversial or risky. But things have changed significantly since the first models hit the market, and the infrastructure across Australia is slowly catching up. So what are the pros and cons? Is it actually cheaper to run, will it work for the area you live in? Are they actually an environmental win? Plus has op shopping become too expensive, a new memoir about saying I love you with food and how to have productive conflict w...
Helping you figure out all the big stuff in life: relationships, health, money, work and the world.
Blending families and introducing new partners and siblings can be hard. So, what does it take to create a happy step family? And what happens when you don't get along with your friends' children?
Jas Paterson is a competitive bodybuilder, and although she doesn't use steroids herself, she's seen first hand the rise in pressure to chemically enhance your physique with steroids. So how did we get here, and what are the risks? Plus surviving cancer as a young person, collective grief and a day in the life of a real croc hunter.
Do you ever feel guilty at the prospect of downtime? The gnawing feeling that you should be doing something "better", something more productive? You're not alone, and on Life Matters we're digging into where that feeling comes from, and what you can do about it. Plus the change that means some sex couples can now access rebates for IVF treatments and a chat with comedian Drew Lynch.
Pope Francis died on Easter Monday at age 88. He left a legacy as a reformer, reaching out to gay and marginalised people, demanding justice for the poor and speaking out against corporate greed and climate change. The outpouring of tributes might have you thinking about how you would like to be remembered when you go, so we asked a psychologist why humans are so obsessed with the legacy we leave behind. Plus we dive into what is driving the tradie shortage, one comedian tells us the money pit s...
Are there actually physical symptoms when someone breaks your heart? Why do heart emojis look nothing like the thing beating in our chests? What can be done to save someone when their heart stops beating? Life Matters is bringing you matters of the heart with a conversation recorded live at the World Science Festival with three experts diving into the science of love. Guests: Adam Bode, researching human love in PhD studies at the Australian National University Associate Professor Sonia Shah fro...
How would you describe your relationship with your job? And how would you like to change that relationship? Plus, advice about an annoying colleague.
Gayle had never even heard of Roblox when her then eight year old son asked if he could join the online platform, where millions of games would be at his fingertips. After saying no a few times, she took the slightly unconventional move, on her son's invitation, of creating her own account and playing with him. Along with her gamer husband, they allowed their son to explore the online world from a young age with strict supervision, but new studies show that even when you think you're across your...
Helping you figure out all the big stuff in life: relationships, health, money, work and the world.
Brisbane's Story Bridge has just opened the worlds first accessible bridge climb. While tourism operators are offering up more accessible options, what can the industry do to ensure people travelling with a disability have a chance to explore Australia? Plus why experienced teachers are leaving the profession in droves, an Australia-first push for early prostate cancer detection and a day in the life of a beer plumber.
Charlie was a teenager when she had her first experience of psychosis. She's since gotten the support she needs to stay well, although she still bristles when she sees sensationalist reports of mental illness in the media. This week families of the six victims of the Bondi Junction attacks gathered to pay tribute to their loved ones on the first anniversary of the tragedy. The coronial inquest into the incident has been broadened to examine media coverage of the events. So how does stigma preven...
Older Australians everywhere are redefining what it means to age, and many say they started "living their best life" when they hit their 50s, 60s, 70s and beyond. How are you defying stereotypes as an older person or how do you hope to? And, what would you do if your new desk-buddy ate in a way that put you completely off your food?
It's critical that men have an opportunity to talk about their mental health in a space where they feel accepted, free from judgement and with access to the right support. Yet more and more these days, those conversations are taking place online in closed groups that present themselves as places where blokes can talk frankly about anything including their mental struggles. So what happens when men are turning to these places in times of crisis? Plus how body dissatisfaction peaks during life cha...
Across Australia, a staggering 12.8 billion dollars worth of home renovations were given the green light last financial year. If you've ever renovated a home you'll know it can be fraught with unexpected issues, costs and not to mention the strain it can put on your relationship. You'll hear from Restoration Australia's Anthony Burke and the Director of the Brisbane Centre for Attachment and Relationships Clare Rosoman on how to survive a home renovation. Plus how women are turning to Facebook g...
Sissy Austin took matters into her own hands following a violent attack while running. She has now started a campaign to raise awareness about safety while running. Beyond behavioural change, what actually makes public exercise spaces safer? Plus how US tariffs could affect you, how comedian Lizzy Hoo counts her cash and is AI in shopping centres actually useful?
Roisin Tarrant had a penny drop moment when she was visiting the MCG, the stadium packed to it's 100,000 person capacity. The number of people who follow Roisin on her TikTok or Instagram (where she goes by @geebungalowroisin) could fill three MCGs. So what did that mean for the images she was sharing of her young kids? Roisin's been speaking about where the line is when sharing your kids on social media, and alongside Nic Carah the Director of Centre for Digital Cultures and Societies at Univer...
