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Life Matters - Separate stories podcast

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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0:08:51

Could you go seven days without looking at your own...

Life Matters - Separate stories podcast ·

2025/07/27

Mirror mirror, off the wall...Could you go an entire week without seeing your own reflection? One Danish fashion journalist took up the challenge.

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0:20:01

More families are homeschooling, but often not by choice

Life Matters - Separate stories podcast ·

2025/07/27

Home education is rising in Australia, but a Queensland study found nearly half of homeschooling families never planned on it — in fact they weren't even open to the idea. So what changed their minds?Most of these 'accidental' homeschoolers had a child with a disability or health condition, and turned to homeschooling after difficult experiences in mainstream schools.

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0:39:50

Dr Billy Garvey's advice on supporting your kid's...

Life Matters - Separate stories podcast ·

2025/07/24

Dr Billy Garvey, developmental paediatrician and host of the Pop Culture Parenting podcast, has dedicated his career to helping parents support their children's mental health. What advice does he have for you?

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0:12:12

Ask Aunty: How to deal with a funeral faux pas

Life Matters - Separate stories podcast ·

2025/07/24

When it comes to what we might call "reading the room" - there's a certain skill involved. But what happens when the room being misread is your dad's funeral?

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0:06:15

AI influencers infiltrating our social media feeds

Life Matters - Separate stories podcast ·

2025/07/23

Have you heard the name Mia Zelu? She's an influencer that's gone viral after attending Wimbledon. The twist is that Mia doesn't actually exist - she's a bot. Or a "digital storyteller" according to her social media bio. She's one of many AI influencers who've infiltrated our feeds, sharing very human-like experiences and thoughts with followers. So is this a problem? Some human influencers are kind of fake anyway, aren't they?

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0:27:22

Can we end homelessness?

Life Matters - Separate stories podcast ·

2025/07/23

Since May 2022, homelessness in Australia has grown by at least 10%.We're a wealthy nation, so you'd be forgiven for asking yourself... why is this problem only getting worse? And what needs to be done?

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0:18:40

Princess Polly and the criticism over B Corp...

Life Matters - Separate stories podcast ·

2025/07/23

Fast fashion retailer Princess Polly has received a coveted tick of approval, with B Corp certification.But people are fired up that the brand is now listed as a sustainable company.So can fast fashion be socially and environmentally responsible?

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0:14:30

The changing viewing habits of Aussies at home

Life Matters - Separate stories podcast ·

2025/07/22

Bluey is not just an Aussie phenomenon -- it's just been named the most streamed show of 2025 so far in the United States.It's amassed more than 25 billion minutes of viewing this year according to Nielsen's streaming ratings.So, who decides what you view in your household?

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0:08:55

The ethics of dark tourism

Life Matters - Separate stories podcast ·

2025/07/22

Chernobyl, Auschwitz, the Killing Fields, and most recently, Leongatha in Victoria.Now, the Jonestown cult site is opening as a tourist attraction and survivors have voiced their concern. It begs the question - is it ethically dubious to visit these tragic sites? And is it possible to visit in a respectful way?

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0:27:04

Surprising research on what's seen as "older" in the...

Life Matters - Separate stories podcast ·

2025/07/22

A new report by the Australian Human Rights Commission and the Australian Human Resources Institute found almost one quarter of HR professionals now classify workers aged 51 to 55 as "older".Two years ago, only 10 per cent of recruiters took that view.So, what does it mean to be an "older" person in the workplace?

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0:09:00

The temptation to judge others' affairs and scandals

Life Matters - Separate stories podcast ·

2025/07/21

If you've been anywhere near the internet - you've probably seen the video that's spawned a million memes.A short viral video from a Coldplay concert that has effectively ended a career ... and possibly two marriages.So what does it say about our appetite for spectacle ... that we're so quick to jump in and play judge and jury to complete strangers?

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0:12:17

Experts fear AI is replacing work done by interns and...

Life Matters - Separate stories podcast ·

2025/07/21

Netflix has used artificial intelligence in one of its TV shows for the first time, with visual effects for series El Eternauta completed in one tenth the usual time. But experts say this efficiency isn't always for the best - with companies outsourcing basic tasks, it limits the need for interns and graduate employees.

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0:23:23

Can psychedelic drugs heal body and soul?

Life Matters - Separate stories podcast ·

2025/07/21

The "Make America Healthy Again" movement loves the idea of psychedelics in medicine. It's a field where Australia is actually a pioneer.It's been two years since we became the first country to allow psychiatrists to prescribe two psychedelics as a treatment for mental health conditions.And just a few weeks ago, health insurer Medibank stepped in to fund some treatment.

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0:07:20

Why do some people develop a god complex?

Life Matters - Separate stories podcast ·

2025/07/21

They're never wrong, they're not interested in feedback, and their word is final.Do you work with someone who has a god complex? And if you're not sure... are you the problem?

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0:13:51

Why are young workers still so widely exploited?

Life Matters - Separate stories podcast ·

2025/07/20

Almost half of Australia's young workers aged 15 to 30 have been pressured into unpaid overtime, and a third aren't paid superannuation.With so much publicity around dodgy workplace practices - why is exploitation still so prevalent?

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0:10:23

Why a basket weaver moved to a ghost town

Life Matters - Separate stories podcast ·

2025/07/20

Corporate life was overwhelming, so basket weaver Monique Ross opted to do something completely different. It catapulted her into a ghost town in remote Western Australia.

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0:12:39

How to move on after a relationship breakup

Life Matters - Separate stories podcast ·

2025/07/20

After a breakup, what's your tried-and-true tactic to move on?Australian influencer Tammy Hembrow is getting divorced, and revealed she's selling all three dresses she wore at her wedding.So, is ditching the reminders of your ex the way to erase them ... from your mind, too?

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0:11:43

The enduring appeal of Superman

Life Matters - Separate stories podcast ·

2025/07/20

Have you been to the movies in the last couple of weeks?Two popular franchises are back: Jurassic World Rebirth and Superman.So what explains our enduring fascination with dinosaurs and superheroes?

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0:13:06

Ask Aunty: Do different sleep routines equal...

Life Matters - Separate stories podcast ·

2025/07/17

In the age of life hacking, goal setting and 24 hour stimulation, getting a sleep routine that works can be a real challenge. But, what happens when you have one that's working really well for you, and then you shack up with someone who completely up-ends it?

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0:37:29

How to embrace your sporting identity

Life Matters - Separate stories podcast ·

2025/07/17

Growing up, many of us may start to think of ourselves as people who just “aren’t that into sport”. But what if we get older and decide we do want to make fitness a part of our lives? How can we form new "sporting identities"? What could help us find that unique physical activity that brings us joy and allow us to build the skills and confidence we may not have had as kids?

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