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Life Matters - Full program podcast

ABC Australia
Mental Health
Australia
Parenting
Family Dynamics
Housing Crisis
Social Media
Grandparenting
Foster Care
Home
Relationships
Childcare
Work-Life Balance
Artificial Intelligence
Weather
AI and Ethics
Education
Consent
Consumer Behavior
Grief
Gambling

Helping you figure out all the big stuff in life: relationships, health, money, work and the world. Let's talk! With trusted experts and your stories, Life Matters is all about what matters to you.

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We know spending time outdoors is good for our mental health. Now, there's even more research to prove it. A study out of Scotland found people who lived close to woodland areas were 10 per cent less likely to be prescribed antidepressants. Urban pla... more

We celebrate mother's day, father's day, and even invite the grandparents along to kindy once a year to partake in special craft activities, but are we overlooking the role of our beloved aunties and uncles? Journalists Kate Leaver and Tiger Webb exp... more

New research from the University of Melbourne has found that young people are now significantly more likely than older generations to hold hostile attitudes towards women. It can be easy to feel like there's no hope of things getting any better. But ... more

According to a new report from Screen Australia, 78 per cent of Australians have played a video game in the past six months. Gaming is one of the fastest-growing industries of Australia's screen sector, yet unlike film and television, we don't often ... more

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Recent Guests

Sean Scalmer
Professor of Australian History, University of Melbourne, author of A Fair Day's Work
University of Melbourne
Episode: An ode to the weekend and how to better support parents through postpartum
Susan Delcour
Breast cancer survivor
Episode: The anxiety of surviving cancer and keeping up with the gig economy
Maria Fittanu
Director of Psychosocial Oncology Program
Peter McCallum Cancer Center
Episode: The anxiety of surviving cancer and keeping up with the gig economy
Alex Veen
Associate Professor specializing in employment relations and technology
University of Sydney
Episode: The anxiety of surviving cancer and keeping up with the gig economy
Jennifer Payne
Biochemist, founder of STEMpals
STEMpals
Episode: The anxiety of surviving cancer and keeping up with the gig economy
Zoe Xirocostas
Environmental scientist
University of Technology Sydney
Episode: The anxiety of surviving cancer and keeping up with the gig economy
Lauren Perry
Responsible Technology Policy Specialist
University of Technology Sydney
Episode: Using your face to make a purchase and local councils rethinking how to address homelessness
Gregory Smith
Homelessness Advocate, Senior Lecturer
Southern Cross University
Episode: Using your face to make a purchase and local councils rethinking how to address homelessness
Leanne Mitchell
Australian Alliance to End Homelessness
Australian Alliance to End Homelessness
Episode: Using your face to make a purchase and local councils rethinking how to address homelessness

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Teagan Taylor
Host of Life Matters
Beverly Wang
Host of Life Matters

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 636 ratings
  • What’s the point?

    Not sure if the show improved but I started with the earliest episodes and they seem to just state the obvious. I didn’t gain anything from listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Poshum
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Love!

    Hilary I just loved your Dated series! Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sabrina2234
    Australia2 years ago
  • Celiacs disease

    Assoc Prof Jason Tye-Din is a professional and my Mum, Pat, is forever in his debt.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Amoloch007
    Australia2 years ago
  • Always well researched and presented

    I love this podcast. The range of subjects offered is fascinating and a great set of highly qualified authors and professionals lined up to discuss. Hilary Harper asks the most insightful questions and shows she’s done her homework. Beverley Wang has great style and warmth. I’ve learned so much and read loads of books I’d never have discovered otherwise. Thanks guys, well done.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AnniFurtdoos
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Judgy and gaslighty

    Interesting topics but the way the presenters respond to callers and writers who express opinions that differ to their own is so rude.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Mumbos
    Australia4 years ago

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Why you should stress less about sleep and hairdressers reveal the emotional toll of beauty therapy
Q: What's the practical takeaway for parents or busy professionals?
Acknowledge the homeostatic drive to sleep, use strategic scheduling, and be flexible about sleep quality versus quantity, focusing on maintaining essential circadian cues and not stressing over every night.
Why you should stress less about sleep and hairdressers reveal the emotional toll of beauty therapy
Q: What does the sleep research mean for how we think about our own sleep habits?
It suggests that humans evolved to do shorter, but more efficient sleep with heavy REM emphasis, and that modern routines often disrupt this natural pattern; the goal is to understand when sleep matters most and how to align routines with our biology.
What the Census really says about our religion and why millions of Aussies are delaying dental care
Q: What do you think the census religion question actually tells us about Australians?
It reflects both personal belief and cultural heritage, but the census has limitations in capturing nuance and spirituality, which can lead to evolving self-identification over time.
How to navigate tween friendships and a sleepover that includes Sunday Mass
Q: Is it advisable to prevent a child from attending a religiously oriented sleepover altogether?
The speakers suggest weighing the specific situation and providing guidance to the child, ensuring consent and family values are respected, rather than blanket forbidding; one-off experiences can be educational if handled thoughtfully.
How to navigate tween friendships and a sleepover that includes Sunday Mass
Q: What should a parent do when invited to a sleepover that includes attending Mass?
Parents should discuss boundaries and values with their child and the other family, assess comfort levels, and consider consent and open communication with the other parents; there is an emphasis on preparing the child for exposure to different beliefs without pressuring them.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Life Matters

What is Life Matters about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show blends personal storytelling with expert insight across life topics like parenting, aging, education, technology ethics, and community resilience. Episodes frequently pair everyday experiences—grandparenting, navigating relationships, balancing work and home—with research from universities, public health, and policy perspectives. A hallmark is bringing in researchers, writers, and public figures to unpack complex social issues in accessible ways, often tying them to practical actions, policy discussions, or community initiatives. Noteworthy are conversations about family dynamics in modern Australia, the ethics of technology and AI, and innovative housing and energy solutions aimed at real people in real communities. The mix of li... more

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1. All In The Mind
2. What's That Rash?
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Recent guests on Life Matters include:

1. Sean Scalmer
2. Susan Delcour
3. Maria Fittanu
4. Alex Veen
5. Jennifer Payne
6. Zoe Xirocostas
7. Lauren Perry
8. Gregory Smith

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