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Life Matters - Full program podcast

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

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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Childhood friendships are special, and formative in our adolescence. But finding, making and maintaining strong healthy connections can be tricky. Ladies We Need To Talk host Yumi Stynes and clinical psychologist Jacinta Grimes explore how to support... more

When you think about your golden years, what do you picture? For most of us, the ideal scenario means growing old in the place we've set down roots. While the idea of "ageing in place" has obvious benefits, it's not always feasible. Joan White shares... more

If you’ve ever moved cities, you know the struggle of building your friendship group and daily routines from the ground up. From scoping out the best cafes to figuring out the local public transport network, how do you learn to fall in love with the ... more

When it comes to intellectual ability, the vast majority of us fall somewhere around the middle of the bell curve. But it's estimated that 10 per cent of students could be considered academically gifted, capable of learning at a much faster pace than... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Charlotte Miller
Senior lecturer in history, University of Melbourne
University of Melbourne
Episode: Celebrating the summer of the Luddite and the original guide to witchhunting
Ian Jessup
Orienteering enthusiast and map user
Independent
Episode: Celebrating the summer of the Luddite and the original guide to witchhunting
Ed Jegasothy
Senior Lecturer in the School of Public Health at the University of Sydney
University of Sydney
Episode: Are we really smoking less and what do the objects we leave behind say about us?
James Martin
Associate Professor of Criminology
Deakin University
Episode: Are we really smoking less and what do the objects we leave behind say about us?
Cassie Gilmartin
Family historian and author
Independent writer / Family History Book
Episode: Are we really smoking less and what do the objects we leave behind say about us?
Julian Mather
Remy's granddad, author of the Modern Granddad newsletter on Substack
Self, Grandparent advocate
Episode: Reinventing yourself as a grandparent and what's behind our true crime obsession
Amanda Salmon
Geropsychology researcher at the University of Queensland
University of Queensland
Episode: Reinventing yourself as a grandparent and what's behind our true crime obsession
Alistair Thomson
Emeritus Professor at Monash University, co-author of Fathering and Australian History
Monash University
Episode: Reinventing yourself as a grandparent and what's behind our true crime obsession
Malcolm Turnbull
Former Prime Minister, grandfather in the Grandparent Trap segment
Episode: Why young men are getting 'the snip' and Malcolm Turnbull on playing pirates with his grandkids

Hosts

Beverly Wang
Host of Life Matters with ABC Radio National affiliation; collaborates across episodes on health, policy, and social topics.
Tegan Taylor
Co-host with wide-ranging coverage across health, education, policy, and culture.

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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Long-form, evidence-based formats with expert guests.
Listeners appreciate the host warmth and insightful questions, with some calling for more audience interaction.
Varied topics make it a strong general interest show for listeners who enjoy policy context.

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Grandparenting as a full-time carer and reclaiming your ring after divorce
Q: What happens to an engagement ring if the couple splits before the wedding?
The ring is considered a conditional gift, and the giver may have a claim to recover it before marriage; after marriage, the ring becomes part of the assets to be divided.
How David Wenham will remember his friend Sam Neill and the co-housing solution for older women
Q: How would you describe Sam Neill to someone who never met him?
David Wenham describes Sam Neill as loyal, kind, generous, cheeky, and utterly memorable for his warmth and humanity, noting his ability to connect with people and his enduring impact beyond his film work.
Introducing the Grandparent Trap and unpacking tax time anxiety
Q: What does tax time anxiety look like for Australians who are financially stressed?
Financial stress often comes with a mental health dimension, and expert guests outline practical steps, free tax help, and the importance of reaching out for support to navigate tax obligations.
The secret to a sustainable wardrobe and why shopping simulators exist
Q: What role do influencers play in health and beauty product recommendations, particularly sunscreen?
Influencers can make guidance relatable and accessible, but there is a need to critically assess credibility and regulatory compliance to avoid misleading claims.
The secret to a sustainable wardrobe and why shopping simulators exist
Q: How does the EU's recommended minimum wears fit into personal wardrobe choices?
They serve as a rough benchmark, but individuals should tailor wear counts to their own usage and clothing types to effectively offset carbon footprints.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Life Matters

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

This program covers a wide range of life topics with a strong emphasis on practical, evidence-based discussion. Episodes frequently explore relationships, health care access, aging and retirement, education, and social policy, often weaving in expert analyses with personal stories from listeners. A hallmark is the mix of deep-dive interviews with clinicians, researchers, and policy advocates alongside lighter, lively audience interactions in the aunties-style segments. The show stands out for its ability to connect public-interest issues (like privacy in renting, library funding, and health economics) to real-world experiences, making complex topics approachable for a broad audience. Potential listeners will likely find it valuable if they ... more

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1. All In The Mind
2. What's That Rash?
3. Health Report
4. Conversations
5. Big Ideas

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Life Matters launched 21 years ago and published 1461 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Life Matters include:

1. Dr. Charlotte Miller
2. Ian Jessup
3. Ed Jegasothy
4. James Martin
5. Cassie Gilmartin
6. Julian Mather
7. Amanda Salmon
8. Alistair Thomson

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