Should courts hear about the "good character" of people who get convicted of crimes? One state has decided no, and is changing rules around sentencing. So with other states looking into it too: what's really in a reference?

And while some young victim-survivors who've been campaigning for an end to good character references are celebrating, not all legal experts are convinced it's the right move.

Plus, everyone knows Aussies are good at sport: think cricket, tennis, footy... but what about bobsleigh? We speak to an Aussie athlete who's in Italy and about to compete in the Winter Olympics.

Listen now:

01:04 - Why NSW is banning "good character" references

05:03 - How it feels to hear your abuser is a "good bloke" 

19:26 - Monobob at the Winter Olympics 

Guests:

• Harrison James, victim-survivor advocate
• Felicity Graham, barrister
• Bree Walker, Australian bobsleigh competitor 

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