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Life Matters - Separate stories podcast

ABC
Boarding School
Mental Health
Early Childhood Education
Parenting
Change
Cost Of Living Crisis
Australia
Wage Increase
Child Welfare
Gender Dynamics
Toddler Psychology
Artists On the Inside
Aboriginal Culture
Menstruation
The Fence
Adolescence
Child Care Sector
Holiday Parks
Osteogenesis Imperfecta
Chronic Pain

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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When comedian Craig Quartermaine applied for an arts grant to do a stand-up comedy project, the application was "deemed ineligible" because comedy wasn't on the list of accepted performing arts.

Dance? Yes. Theatre? Yes. Opera? Definitely. Comedy? N... more

Doctor Google is dead, AI has taken its place.

Around 230 million people already turn to ChatGPT for medical advice — so they've created a whole new platform just for health searches.

Will it actually make us healthier?

Multi-level marketing schemes have been around for decades — but things have shifted since the days of Tupperware parties and door-to-door Avon ladies.

As if our phones weren't enough, it can feel like so much of our lives are mediated by touchscreens – and one of the worst offenders would have to be new cars.

But that could be about to change, with Australia's independent car safety assessor now r... more

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Debra Nicol
CEO of Elder Rights Australia
Elder Rights Australia
Episode: What do new aged care reforms mean for those in care?
Nesha Hutchinson
Vice President of the Australian Child Care Alliance
Australian Child Care Alliance
Episode: Concerns about children's data on daycare apps
Lucy Pangrazio
Associate Professor at Deakin University and Chief Investigator at the Center for the Digital Child
Deakin University
Episode: Concerns about children's data on daycare apps
Niels Wouters
Melbourne parent and privacy and technology ethics researcher
Episode: Concerns about children's data on daycare apps
Laurie Zion
Professor of Journalism at La Trobe University and author of a book titled The Weather Obsession
La Trobe University
Episode: Why are we so interested in the weather?
Samantha Hoga
Chief Executive of the Foster Care Association of Victoria
Foster Care Association of Victoria
Episode: Foster care concerns as volunteer numbers drop around Australia
Renee Lee
CEO of Adopt Change and a member of the National Foster and Kinship Care Collective
Adopt Change
Episode: Foster care concerns as volunteer numbers drop around Australia
Andrew Kopilov
Founder of the Gig Workers Hub in Melbourne
Episode: Millions of Aussies work at night: why aren't our cities built for them?
Jason Wiley
A man who shares his personal journey with infertility.
Episode: New guidelines rethink male infertility

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Tegan Taylor
Host of Life Matters, bringing insights and experiences in a warm and engaging manner.

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4.2 out of 5 stars from 149 ratings
  • Woman’s matters

    Like the rest of the ABC this show is mostly women talking about women’s issues to other women with the occasional expert of a male gender thrown in.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    BogW
    Australiaa year ago
  • Absolutely loved DATED!

    I listened to the podcast after hearing Hilary Harper on ABC Melbourne this morning.

    I love Hilary on RN and listened to this as soon as I could!

    It’s warm, insightful, fascinating and hopeful. I enjoyed it thoroughly.

    Well done, Hilary!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    1 in the world
    Australia2 years ago
  • Love the separate stories

    So great being able to pick and choose the stories I’m interested in. Short bites work well for me too rather than hour long episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Suzmerelda
    Australia6 years ago
  • 3 men and a feeling - Anger podcast

    Downloaded this EXCELLENT episode after I heard it on radio, but it isn't the titled one. Please would you upload the anger episode (aired Tuesday 25th July 2017) Many thanks!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sally. A
    Australia8 years ago
  • Essential listening

    Meaningful coverage across the width and breadth of the human experience from parenting, health and the arts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pharmlover
    Australia9 years ago

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Feedback highlights an engaging listening experience, particularly for those interested in the intersection of personal and societal challenges.
Some listeners have noted the show's focus on women's issues, indicating a predominantly female audience, while others appreciate the inclusive approach to various life matters.
Listeners appreciate the diverse range of topics, valuing the mix of expert insight and personal stories.

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Why are we so interested in the weather?
Q: How do you respond to those sets of criticisms regarding forecasting?
We acknowledge the imperfections of forecasting and emphasize understanding the broader context of predictions.
Why are we so interested in the weather?
Q: What is it about the weather that has us so obsessed?
It's the practical impact weather has on daily life and its role in various cultural contexts.
What's behind the boom in silver separation?
Q: Are people surprised about how little they end up walking away with?
Yes, people are often surprised when they start to understand their asset pool and the reality of division during a divorce process.
What's behind the boom in silver separation?
Q: Carly, from your perspective, why are we seeing a rise in older people splitting up?
There are various reasons for increased divorces among older individuals, including financial stresses and the realisation that they have not nurtured their relationship as their children have grown up.
Could you fall in love with a fictional character?
Q: Esmé, what's the difference between a ficto-romantic relationship, which we're talking about here, and a parasocial relationship?
A parasocial relationship is a one-sided relationship with social media creators, while ficto-romantic relationships involve love for make-believe characters.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Life Matters

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

Focusing on the varied complexities of modern life, this podcast presents engaging discussions around relationships, health, financial matters, and societal issues. A unique aspect is its integration of personal stories, which adds depth and relatability, making it not just informative but also emotionally resonant. Each episode features insights from trusted experts, alongside conversations that spotlight listener experiences, thereby creating a rich tapestry of narratives that address what truly matters in everyday life. The series encompasses a wide spectrum of topics, often grappling with the challenges of aging, emotional dynamics in relationships, housing crises, and more, appealing to a diverse audience seeking both guidance and unde... more

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1. Debra Nicol
2. Nesha Hutchinson
3. Lucy Pangrazio
4. Niels Wouters
5. Laurie Zion
6. Samantha Hoga
7. Renee Lee
8. Andrew Kopilov

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