The Conversation Hour

From carefully curated books on the bedside table to designer cushions on the couch, in this edition of The Conversation Hour we explore how selling real estate has changed and ask whether we have lost the ability to envisage how we might like a place to look without all the trimmings.Also in this edition, are hot chips the ultimate treat? Plus, what is the  purpose of marriage is in modern day life?

Music venues play an import role in sustaining music culture and creating community, but as the cost of living rises, and discretionary spending decreases how do we ensure the music venues survive? In this edition of The Conversation Hour we venture to Europe to hear about some innovative initiatives there and ask if the same models could be applied in Australia.Also in this edition, John Lennon would have been 85 today, we discuss his enduring influence and legacy. Plus, a medical students mission to improve aged care in rural areas.

So, you might have heard the young folk say "6 7". It's become a popular term that has recently flooded TikTok, and is said to have it's origins in the height of basketball players. In this edition of The Conversation Hour we explore just how much sport influences our everyday language and the meaning we derive from it.Also in this edition, do you feel ethically compromised using delivery drivers? Do pets experience grief? Plus the rise of E-sports in Australia.

Is a suburban op shop the right place to donate forty years of memorabilia from Neighbours? In this edition of the Conversation Hour we discus whether three van loads of props, while well meaning, is in reality a beneficial contribution.Also in this edition, what needs to happen to improve retention of women in the construction industry, what happens if you inherit a pet from a deceased family member plus we take you to the Elmore Filed Days.

In this edition of The Conversation Hour we explore the impacts of missing school on young people when managing a chronic illness and what supports need to be in place.Also in this edition, the emergence of 'risky' playgrounds and how they help kids, plus how possible would it be for your local sports club to say no to any form of advertising or sponsorship harmful industries.

"The Life of a Showgirl" is Taylor Swift's 12th studio album and in this edition of The Conversation Hour we capture all the excitement and anticipation in the lead up to the release.Also in this edition, you may have heard the term AI slop but what is it, and why is it inundating our social media feeds? We also talk music nostalgia and meet a NFL and superfan ahead of the grand final this weekend.

The TGA has this week announced it has  significant concerns about the reliability of SPF testing undertaken by Princeton Consumer Research Corp. In this edition of The Conversation Hour we speak with a former employee of the lab who shares his concerns about the alleged incorrect testing practices.Also in this edition we pay tribute to animal rights campaigner and chimpanzee expert Jane Goodall, delve into why our friendships might be in trouble, plus how to  prevent plantar fasciitis?

In this very special edition of The Conversation Hour, Jacinta Parsons (filling in for Richelle) visits the Royal Melbourne Show. 

The Grand Final is almost upon us, and there is a lot of talk about how the players are gearing up. But what does it take to be an AFL umpire and do they experience the same pressures and emotions around the big event.Also in this edition, how do clubs identify talent ahead of the draft, plus we get the lowdown on who has been nominated for an ARIAs this year.

Australian sleepwear brand Peter Alexandar has recently launched a ‘Macca’s’ collection  which includes items for children. In this edition of The Conversation Hour, we ask for your thoughts on whether it is an appropriate collaboration, and whether it constitutes a form of fast-food advertising to young people. Also in this edition, is it time we finally give romance fiction its recognition ? Plus, later in the hour the eSafety Commissioner’s  teen social media ban may include Roblox, but how will the ban actually work in practice