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The meeting ground for big ideas, compelling stories, and the conversations shaping our world. Insightful author interviews with leading thinkers, bestselling writers, and the experts behind today's most talked-about non-fiction books. Join Charle Malycon for this weekly podcast from Penguin, providing thoughtful conversation, expert analysis, and engaging cultural commentary. From politics, histo... more

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What happens when a young peasant boy is given the chance to dance his way onto the world stage? For Li Cunxin, it was all about making the most of his luck. In our in depth interview with the internationally acclaimed dancer and bestselling author o... more

What happens when the mental load becomes too much to bear? For cook and media personality Julie Goodwin, she had to reconfigure her life to take back her power. In this in-depth interview we cover Julie's ascendence from 'just a mum' on Masterchef's... more

Part 1 of our in-depth interview with developmental paediatrician Dr. Billy Garvey tackles the early years or raising boys, and is available now.

In Part 2, we discuss the teen years and beyond. We reflect on the importance of connection through pl... more

What happens when our boys and their behaviour starts spiralling out of control? In Part 1 of our in-depth interview with developmental paediatrician Dr Billy Garvey, author of Ten Things I Wish You Knew About Raising Boys, we step through how to nav... more

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Recent Guests

Julie Goodwin
Cook, media personality, author and inaugural winner of MasterChef Australia
Episode: Julie Goodwin on coming 'Home For Dinner', and back to herself
Dr. Billy Garvey
Developmental pediatrician
Episode: Dr. Billy Garvey on Raising Boys Part 2: The Teen Years and Beyond
George Megalogenis
One of Australia's leading journalists and authors, researcher of the Three Shocks trilogy
Author, Three Shocks; former journalist
Episode: George Megalogenis on immigration, One Nation, and Australia's future
Dr. Anastasia Hronis
Clinical psychologist, academic researcher and author
Australian Institute for Human Wellness; University of Technology Sydney
Episode: Dr Anastasia Hronis on gambling, addiction and our overstimulated world
Fatima Khan
Australia's leading menopause expert, physician and author
Menopause Clinic, Melbourne
Episode: Dr Fatima Khan on navigating perimenopause and why 'Hormone Health is Mental Health'
Amie McNee
Author of We Need Your Art; creativity coach and speaker
Author, We Need Your Art
Episode: Amie McNee on the transformative power of creativity, and her book 'We Need Your Art'
Amantha Imber
Organizational psychologist, founder of Inventium
Inventium
Episode: Dr. Amantha Imber on the extreme burnout that inspired 'The Energy Game'
Antoinette Lattouf
Award-winning journalist, human rights activist, and author
Media Diversity Australia, Et Media, We Used to Be Journos
Episode: Antoinette Lattouf on writing 'Women Who Win' while fighting her greatest battle
Bek Condello
Author of Can You Handle A Girl Like Me
Penguin Random House Australia
Episode: Bek Condello on escaping a cult, and finding herself while writing 'Can You Handle A Girl Like Me?'

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Charle Malycon
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Julie Goodwin on coming 'Home For Dinner', and back to herself
Q: Why do you think that's important?
Goodwin says meal planning and preparation create a substantial mental load that often falls to one person, usually a woman. Her book encourages families to share those responsibilities and gives practical ways to prepare food for changing schedules.
Julie Goodwin on coming 'Home For Dinner', and back to herself
Q: What are the things you look for now that tell you, hey, Jules, I think you're going a little bit wobbly. It's time to reset.
Goodwin watches for losing joy, low energy, sadness, crying, withdrawal, poor sleep and physical symptoms. She checks in with her husband, reviews her calendar and reduces commitments or mental load where possible.
Dr. Billy Garvey on Raising Boys Part 2: The Teen Years and Beyond
Q: What final guidance do you have for parents preparing their teens for independence?
Find the teen's strengths and interests, model healthy behavior, engage in ongoing conversations about difficult topics early and often, and view independence as a skill built through guided, supportive steps rather than an abrupt transition.
Dr. Billy Garvey on Raising Boys Part 2: The Teen Years and Beyond
Q: What should parents do to keep a teen from feeling disconnected while allowing more autonomy?
Keep the relationship strong, gradually increase freedom, and maintain open communication about safety and boundaries, using shared activities and genuine curiosity about the teen's world to stay connected.
Dr. Billy Garvey on Raising Boys Part 2: The Teen Years and Beyond
Q: How important is one-on-one time with each child, especially in families with multiple kids?
One-on-one time is crucial; it helps each child feel seen and connected, which supports healthier behavior and emotional development, especially in teens who are navigating identity and independence.

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The audience likely gravitates toward thoughtful nonfiction, author interviews, and Big Ideas that intersect culture, politics, history, and society. Episodes spotlight authors and researchers unpacking complex topics—ranging from journalism ethics and media integrity to colonial history, belief systems, and climate-related disruption—often blending personal storytelling with rigorous inquiry. The show tends to balance accessible storytelling with in-depth analysis, making it suitable for listeners who enjoy intellectually engaging conversations with practical takeaways and broader cultural context. A notable strength is its ability to pair high-profile authors with wide-ranging subjects, creating opportunities for cross-disciplinary releva... more

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