The Conversation Hour

Late night talk show Jimmy Kimmel Live will be back on air next Tuesday — following his suspension for comments made about the murder of right-wing political activist Charlie Kirk. In this edition of The Conversation Hour we discuss how the suspension will impact the program and what his first show back might look like.Also in this edition, is it time to do away with the front fence?

With the Brownlow medal on tonight in this edition of The Conversation Hour we explore what it actually means to be the best fairest. Should it be judged on the scoreboard or is it more about player behaviour? Does your local club celebrate the best and fairest and if so how do you decide who gets a trophy and who doesn't? Also in this edition,  this week is national pain week, and we look at how chronic pain impacts young people and how we can better support families.  Plus we discuss a new online platform assisting people with disordered eating. 

It's going to be a big weekend of footy and many are gearing up for the Cats vs Hawks tonight. In this edition of The Conversation Hour we discuss whether the prelims eclipse the Grand Final in terms of anticipation and build up.Also, in this edition, the impact of household mould on health plus, how much do you listen to your inner voice. 

As the federal government climate target is handed down today, you may not automatically think what role the music industry has in reaching these targets, but as artists such as Billie Eilish advocate for 'green touring' in this edition of The Conversation Hour we explore whether the music industry needs to incentivse a a more environmentally friendly events.Also, in this edition, late night talk show Jimmy Kimmel Live has been suspended for comments he made about the murder of right-wing political activist Charlie Kirk — we look at the future of comedy in the current political climate.Plus, as Trump is treated to a glittering royal banquet at Windsor Castle just how far can soft power diplomacy go in securing good international relations. And as the World Athletics Championships are in full swing we get some running tips.

The St Kilda PCYC (Police and Citizens Youth Club) looks set to close, much to the disappointment of its members and the local community. In this edition of The Conversation Hour we explore the what role youth clubs play in keeping young people socially connected.Also, later in the hour, the future of the abandoned Moe Hospital and why some are calling for it to turned into social housing,  why a new report into the proposed Macquarie stadium recommends it should not proceed, plus why 'third spaces' are becoming a bit of a thing.

In this episode, we unpack new research that finds dads are less likely to initiate these discussions with their kids.

Are footballers and athletes paid too much and is it resulting in them feeling disconnected? In this edition of The Conversation Hour we explore the question of whether it is a case of too much too soon and what mechanisms need to be put in place to better support young players. Also in this edition, the much overlooked art of clothing alterations, plus the skills you learn by chatting with strangers.

From the biggest Netflix film of all time to winning song of the year at the MTV music awards, people can't seem to get enough of Korean art and culture. 

It’s been 20 years since the low FODMAP diet was created at Monash University. 

A team of researchers at Monash University is hoping to make potholes a thing of the past, by utilising smartphones to help detect them.