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Life Matters - Separate stories podcast

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Feb 24, 2025 • 15min

Should group classes pay a fee to use public space?

If public spaces are for everyone to use, should councils charge people who run free classes in these spaces a fee to operate them?Guest: Professor Kurt Iveson, Urban Geographer with The University of Sydney 
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Feb 24, 2025 • 11min

Weirdest day at work with a marine ecologist

In a land where the animals are in charge, a marine ecologist has stories of cross-species camaraderie and weather turning deadly for the latest in our series on your weirdest day at work. 
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Feb 23, 2025 • 21min

Can 'forever renters' come out on top financially?

Home ownership is a pervasive ideal in Australia, but what if renting was an intentional long-term plan?
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Feb 23, 2025 • 11min

Psychologist tips on 'lemonading'

There's some new therapy speak in town: "lemonading." It's backed by research that shows adults who are more playful tend to be more resilient during times of crisis.
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Feb 23, 2025 • 20min

Online dating and investment scams in the era of AI

The ACCC chair has warned about the potential rise of investment scams linked to deregulation of crypto. So, how can people protect themselves?
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Feb 23, 2025 • 20min

Psychologist tips on 'lemonading'

In this discussion, Professor Monica Whitty from Monash University sheds light on the psychological aspects of cybercrime. She introduces the concept of 'lemonading,' emphasizing how playfulness can bolster resilience during crises. The conversation dives into the emotional toll of romance scams, including love-bombing tactics and their manipulation of trust. Whitty raises awareness on how modern technology complicates our understanding of authentic relationships, ultimately pushing for better strategies to protect vulnerable individuals from online deception.
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Feb 20, 2025 • 12min

Ask Aunty: Is it ok to check your child's privilege?

Today's question is all about what to do when you were raised with less and you're now able to give your kids more. 
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Feb 20, 2025 • 39min

Do you trust your gut?

When it comes to knowing your own mind, are you someone who instinctively trusts your gut, or do you get caught up in second guessing? 
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Feb 19, 2025 • 9min

Social workers in libraries

Libraries are often now safe havens for people in crisis,  one of the few accessible and affordable places to simply take a moment. 
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Feb 19, 2025 • 16min

How illegal tobacco is enticing smokers

In the last couple of years, there's been a big shift in how tobacco is being sold in Australia, cheap and untaxed cigarettes are now much easier to buy.It's driving organised crime and making it harder for people to quit.

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