New figures reveal school suspensions have skyrocketed across Victoria's state government primary and secondary schools, with almost 90 students a day so, how much does a suspension- tarnish you for life? What are the lifelong impacts of a suspension? TikTok is restoring services to the US after it went dark ahead of the ban — so what is the future of the app in America under Trump? Plus, is there a way to simplify superannuation? A new Grattan Institute report has proposed a three-pronged strat...
Jan 20, 2025•49 min
As elite athletes like Naomi Osaka break new ground for mums returning to sport after child birth — what does real support look like at both an elite and grass roots level? Plus, rising tennis star Destanee Aiava has recently spoken about her diagnosis of borderline disorder, The Conversation Hour looks a how much is really understood about the condition and what speaking about it publicly means for combating mental health stigma. Plus, as news breaks today about the ceasefire deal between Isrea...
Jan 16, 2025•50 min
Global health leaders are calling for a new way of thinking about how obesity is defined, proposing two new categories, clinical obesity and pre-clinical obesity and moving beyond Body Mass Index as a key indicator. So, how will this change how we diagnose and treat the condition? And speaking of health, could making vitamins only available a pharmacies, assist people make more informed decisions about whether they need to take them. And we get the latest on the McCrae landside and preview day 4...
Jan 15, 2025•51 min
Australia's first national autism strategy was announced today, so how effective will it be in creating more inclusive work places? It's day three of the AO so what does it take for the players to stay in the game? Plus, after the landslide in McCrae, what needs to happen to safeguard coastal houses?
Jan 14, 2025•51 min
As Nick Kyrgios makes his return to The Australian Open tonight The Conversation Hour asks what he means for the game, plus how we are best placed to combat racism in sport more broadly. Richelle Hunt also speaks with Melbourne music producer Anthony Steep about living in Hollywood during the LA fires and we hear from research ecologist Jon Keeley on the how the Santa Ana winds are fuelling the fires. And later in the hour we explore the rise and rise of the beauty store.
Jan 13, 2025•51 min
While some fantasise about dropping everything and escaping to a remote destination, there are already so many Australians that are living that reality.
Dec 13, 2024•50 min
In this episode, The Conversation Hour team looks at conversation itself, and asks how we can enrich our interactions.
Dec 12, 2024•53 min
With the year winding to a close, you might be planning to take time over summer to pack the car and hit the open road.
Dec 11, 2024•50 min
We’ve all been watching food prices since they started to rise sharply in 2021, but In this program we focus on understanding why.
Dec 10, 2024
For years debate has raged about whether the Australian media, film and TV industries are unfairly representing regional Australians.
Dec 09, 2024•51 min
On the eve of the Ecological Society of Australia's conference in Melbourne, this episode of The Conversation Hour looks at the state of the environment in Victoria.
Dec 06, 2024•49 min
Exploring the significance of sporting clubs in supporting the community in times of trauma, disaster and uncertainty.
Dec 05, 2024•52 min
In this episode, The Conversation Hour takes a closer at the standards we set at work.
Dec 04, 2024•52 min
Every year, The Hope Prize draws submissions from around the world celebrating stories that highlight courage and overcoming hardship.
Dec 03, 2024•50 min
Receiving a diagnosis is a significant and often emotionally confusing moment in a person’s life.
Dec 02, 2024•53 min
With historic roots dating back to the first Chinese empire, dragon boat racing has taken on an entirely new significance here in Australia.
Nov 29, 2024•52 min
Genomics explores the building blocks of human DNA, in the hopes of uncovering patterns that can lead to lifesaving medical discoveries.
Nov 28, 2024•51 min
Online gaming is a popular space for young people to socialise, but some games have drawn criticism for not providing a safe environment.
Nov 26, 2024•54 min
Apart from the individual benefits that come with picking up a book, readers are also instrumental in propping up authors, booksellers and the publishing industry.
Nov 25, 2024•51 min
Wildlife Victoria received more than 1000 requests for wildlife assistance on Monday November 11.
Nov 21, 2024•52 min
Broadcasting live from Foodbank in Yarraville for the ABC Gives campaign, The Conversation Hour team explores the idea of food security.
Nov 20, 2024•50 min
When Matthew Sims became a father, he didn’t feel the way he was told he should feel.
Nov 19, 2024•49 min
The Australia Institute has called for city and town planning that encourages people to walk, cycle and use public transport.
Nov 18, 2024•52 min
Art Garfunkel has described his regret over his long-standing feud with his creative partner Paul Simon.
Nov 15, 2024•49 min
As time goes by and life becomes more complex, it can be difficult to carve out time to play sport.
Nov 14, 2024•51 min
In this episode, The Conversation Hour team explores the evolving art of celebrancy.
Nov 13, 2024•51 min
Some advocates are concerned junior workers are being overworked and underpaid.
Nov 12, 2024•48 min
Despite a majority of Australians being in favour of organ donation, just 36 per cent are registered to donate.
Nov 11, 2024•51 min
Exploring the issues that affect all Victorians.
Nov 08, 2024•52 min
From creating firearms to three-bedroom homes, the capability of 3D printing technology is regularly meeting new benchmarks.
Nov 07, 2024•50 min
