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Life Matters - Separate stories podcast

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Jan 28, 2025 • 26min

ICU doctor's lessons for the living

A Second Act: What nearly dying teaches us about really living is Dr Matt Morgan's latest book. Everyday the British ICU doctor works 'in the fog of life and death', in this book he reflects on the experiences of those who have died and lived to tell the tale. He gleans lessons on what it is to live a good life and appreciate the one you're living. 
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Jan 27, 2025 • 8min

The nostalgic power of music

Why you'll never stop loving the music you heard as a teenager.
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Jan 27, 2025 • 14min

The ethics of posting children online

Most parents understand the desire to share their children's special moments with friends and loved ones."Sharenting" isn't a new phenomenon... and as our world moves more and more online... so to, does many parents' wish to document every second of their kids' lives in the digital space.So what are the ethical considerations of sharing someone else's life online?
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Jan 27, 2025 • 18min

First home buyers get creative to save for that deposit

The pressures facing first home buyers show no sign of easing.Relying on the bank of mum and dad has almost become the standard path to buying a home in Australia.And first home buyers are increasingly getting more creative when it comes to saving for that deposit.From buying with friends... to borrowing money from siblings... to purchasing a home with the plan to permanently rent out a bedroom... some people are even using a combination of these plans.
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Jan 27, 2025 • 12min

Is it ok to not want sex?

Viagra, flibanserin, horny goat weed—if you're not in the mood, you can buy something to change that.
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Jan 26, 2025 • 17min

What managing other people's dating profiles taught one woman about love and relationships

As a dating app ghostwriter, Holly comes up with the words... to help her clients find love.And it's a job that's given her valuable insights into what people crave in a relationship.
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Jan 26, 2025 • 13min

Don't let a Monday ruin your Sunday

Advice on how to get organised for the week ahead but also how to get more enjoyment out of your Sunday.
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Jan 26, 2025 • 0sec

The need for urban greenery in more suburbs

Why how hot your suburb is has a lot to do with the amount of trees.
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Jan 23, 2025 • 37min

The family dynamics that can make or break your holiday

The holidays aren’t just about how you spend your time but who you spend it with. We debrief on the family time that can make or break your holiday..
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Jan 22, 2025 • 14min

Sleeping through the night

Siobhan Banks, a renowned neuroscientist and sleep researcher at the University of South Australia, shares insights on sleep's vital role in mental clarity. She challenges the modern sleep crisis narrative, presenting a more nuanced view that includes historical context. The discussion covers the impact of light exposure and how to create a sleep-friendly environment. Siobhan also explores the pros and cons of using smartwatches for tracking sleep, introducing 'orthosomnia'—the anxiety surrounding sleep data—while advocating for personalized sleep strategies.

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