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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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0:06:58

What makes an awkward silence... awkward?

Life Matters - Separate stories podcast ·

2025/07/16

Sometimes you're chatting away, swapping gossip and stories ... and then the conversation just .... stops.Suddenly, there's a lull ... and nobody knows what to say.So, why do we jump to fill awkward silences?

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0:06:35

My Two Cents: Outback Mike

Life Matters - Separate stories podcast ·

2025/07/16

Money can be a bit of a weird topic. Whether you've got stacks of it, or you're living payday to payday, it's one of those things we all deal with, but hardly ever talk about.

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0:17:22

What does a card surcharge ban mean for consumers?

Life Matters - Separate stories podcast ·

2025/07/16

Sneaky surcharges can be frustrating for consumers. That $5 coffee? It'll be $5.10c when you tap your debit card.So, does the Reserve Bank of Australia's planned ban of debit and credit card surcharges really mean you'll save money?

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0:18:58

New research on how to treat anxiety patients over 60

Life Matters - Separate stories podcast ·

2025/07/16

There's a pervasive stereotype that older people are resistant to change, resistant to accept help.But it turns out that isn't the case, when it comes to treating anxiety in patients over 60.Research shows better outcomes with therapy, than when using anti-anxiety medication.

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0:07:02

Are your boots made for walking?

Life Matters - Separate stories podcast ·

2025/07/15

Have you heard of the 12-hour Walk movement... what about the trend known as "Japanese walking" or the resurgence of what's being called the "fart walk"?It seems putting one foot in front of the other is suddenly cool again.

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0:16:41

The rise of the YIMBY movement

Life Matters - Separate stories podcast ·

2025/07/15

Have you heard of the YIMBY movement? It stands for "Yes, In My Backyard", a counter to anti-development movements. But what role can YIMBYs play in solving Australia's housing crisis?

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0:27:00

Should children skip school for mid-term holidays?

Life Matters - Separate stories podcast ·

2025/07/15

Many parents see the benefit of family travel and the financial upside of not travelling in peak school holiday time.But some educators say the popularity of mid-term holidays is proving a challenge in classrooms.

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0:15:22

What's behind the #GirlDad movement?

Life Matters - Separate stories podcast ·

2025/07/14

You've probably seen photos like this while scrolling your feed.A dad in a tiara sipping imaginary tea. Another teaching his daughter to cast a fishing line. Or ... maybe you remember that viral video of a dad nailing the perfect pony tail ... with a vacuum cleaner.It's usually accompanied by the hashtag #Girl Dad.

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0:17:14

Is the housing crisis preventing divorce?

Life Matters - Separate stories podcast ·

2025/07/14

That gap between Australia's housing supply and demand isn't just pushing prices up -- it's having ripple effects in places we don't always expect.It's locking people out of the market... and locking them into relationships too.New research suggests that more and more couples are staying together, not out of love, but because they simply can't afford to get split.

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0:09:55

Do public apologies from brands actually work?

Life Matters - Separate stories podcast ·

2025/07/14

They're the two hardest words to say - "I'm sorry".So when a brand or identity is called out for bad behaviour and needs to apologise, why don't we usually believe they're remorseful?

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0:08:15

Should governments mandate how much time we spend...

Life Matters - Separate stories podcast ·

2025/07/14

Proposed new animal welfare laws in the ACT mean dog owners must spend a minimum of three hours with their pooch every single day.But vets say quality of time spent with your dog is much more important.

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0:09:52

Are you dealing with decision paralysis when it comes...

Life Matters - Separate stories podcast ·

2025/07/13

Did you know what you wanted to be when you grew up?Some people never quite figure it out ... even well into their fifth or sixth decade.Others land their "dream job", only to realise they hate it.But leaving can feel harder than staying. That feeling? It's called decision paralysis.

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0:11:28

One in five AFL umpires cops physical abuse

Life Matters - Separate stories podcast ·

2025/07/13

The atmosphere at a game of live footy is pretty awesome -- in fact, being part of that energy is one of the reasons we brave the cold and the crowds.But a recent study from the University of South Australia has found more than one in five AFL umpires has also been physically attacked.Lots of referees walk away from the game they love, worried they're just not safe anymore.

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0:14:52

Why are patients being "punished" for good health?

Life Matters - Separate stories podcast ·

2025/07/13

Patients risk losing their regular GP if they go for long periods without a visit. So, if not going to the doctor is a good thing then why are some people being punished for long stints of good health?

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0:14:56

What do a prawn, a banana, a pineapple, and a sheep...

Life Matters - Separate stories podcast ·

2025/07/13

Long family road trips in Australia offer some big reasons to pull over.The Big Banana at Coffs Harbour, the Big Merino in Goulburn, and the Big Lobster in South Australia are just a few of the country's many giant landmarks.Now there's talk of building a giant pear in Shepparton, Victoria.So, what's the deal with Australia's obsession with Big Things?

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0:11:42

Ask Aunty: The case of the frosty step-sister

Life Matters - Separate stories podcast ·

2025/07/10

Most families have a particular way of being in a space together. Some are very warm and affectionate while others make a birthday party feel like a wake. So, what happens when the behavioural style of your new step-family is very different to your own?

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0:38:49

Have you ever "masked" parts of who you are?

Life Matters - Separate stories podcast ·

2025/07/10

As conversations about neurodiversity become more mainstream, there's a growing awareness of the concept of "masking".It's the act of covering up behaviours, or hiding parts of your identity to better fit in.But, it's not just neurodivergent people who may "perform themselves" differently depending on their environment. So, how does this impact us, and how can we get in touch with a more authentic version of who we are?

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0:38:49

Have you ever "masked" parts of who you are?

Life Matters - Separate stories podcast ·

2025/07/10

As conversations about neurodiversity become more mainstream, there's a growing awareness of the concept of "masking".It's the act of covering up behaviours, or hiding parts of your identity to better fit in.But, it's not just neurodivergent people who may "perform themselves" differently depending on their environment. So, how does this impact us, and how can we get in touch with a more authentic version of who we are?

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0:12:44

Should children's books include an age recommendation?

Life Matters - Separate stories podcast ·

2025/07/09

Movies and video games have age ratings that help you know if they're suitable for your child. But what about books? They don't typically come with ratings - so how are we supposed to know what's actually in these books before our kids dive in?Should they come with content guidance too?

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0:26:02

Could explicit teaching help your kids in class?

Life Matters - Separate stories podcast ·

2025/07/09

Over the last few years a new way of teaching has emerged in Australian classrooms, yet many of the techniques sound old. It's called explicit instruction, and it's taking over Australian classrooms. What is it and what does it mean for your kids? Guests:Steve Capp, Principal of Chelsea Heights Primary School Jane Hunter, Associate Professor of Teacher Education and Innovation at the University of Technology SydneyAmy Haywood, Deputy Program Director of education at the Grattan

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