Is there any escape from the effects of dating apps?
They've clearly changed the dominant paradigms and culture for single people - but could their effects also extend to how we behave in relationships, the kind of ways we value and talk about one another or connect more broadly?

These are the kind of questions that Dr Lisa Portolan, academic and author, has made it her life's work to research and study. And exactly the kind of questions she and Osher dive into in this chat. 

For more on Dr Portolan, head here, or check out her latest book here.

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Osher's journey in sobriety started just a few weeks before his birthday - a birthday that was destined to take place in Las Vegas. Not ideal. But what happened there, and what he learnt in the process, was life changing.

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There is no bigger issue this election than climate change. And who we put into power today will make a crucial difference tomorrow. 

That's the clear message from Amanda McKenzie, co-founder and CEO of the Climate Council - Australia's leading organisation for independent climate research and advocacy. 

In this conversation with Osher, Amanda compares the track records of previous governments' climate action, discusses the option of nuclear, clearly states what's at stake, gives a hopeful vision of the future, and lets us know the questions we all should be asking heading into this election. 

For more information, visit the Climate Council here

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Do you want to spin a story that will really engage people? Osher explains that all you have to do is answer three questions (with a great example of his own)

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One of the first jokes that Andrew Hamilton came up with was about the night his house was raided. Later, while making himself laugh at his own reviews of the food he was being served in prison, he thought maybe he should finally actually try following his dream of stand up comedy. So far it's turned out a whole better than dealing drugs.

In this wide-ranging chat with Osher, Andrew shares the many things he experienced in prison, and provides a profound example of making a dramatic change in your life's direction.

Find more about Andrew, and check when you can see him live here

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What does misremembering the life of a political figure, or the colour of a Star Wars character, or whether or not Osher handed out roses, have anything to do with the way you handle your most important relationships? 

Almost certainly more than you think, promise.
And you're about to find out why - as well as learn some ways to let go of some of the unhelpful lenses you might have on your reality. 

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If you're questioning your job,
If you're overworked and burnt out, 
If you feel like your work is getting in the way of the life you want instead of enabling it,
this episode is for you.

Osher talks to author and co-founder of Junkee Media Tim Duggan, whose latest book Work Backwards offers practical tools, ideas and solutions about making work work better for you. 

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Are you aware of the tricks that political messaging uses to manipulate your emotions? Or your attention? Or to simply dodge the hard questions?

Here, Osher breaks down the most commonly seen examples - with the hope that being able to recognise them will keep you more calm in the lead up to the coming election, and steer you to better discussions, better information and a vote you feel better about.

Plus, once you know them, you'll see that these mental and logical manipulations don’t solely appear in political campaigning either... 

STORY CLUB IS NEARLY HERE - MARCH 9. Details and tickets here.

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There’s a good reason this is Heggie’s third time on the podcast - and no, it’s not because he’s Osher’s long-time mate and he loves jumping in his sauna. Well it’s not just that, anyway.

Heggie shares his thoughts on a range of topics - from what ‘hard work’ really means, advice on simply going for things, the trends he’s seeing (and not loving) in the scene at the moment, and how to think about and approach masculinity today.

Check out dates for Heggie’s new superbly crafted live show ‘Yuck’ here

Check out his previous show ‘Grot’ here

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Safe to say the first few weeks of shooting Dancing with the Stars has been a lot. 

In this episode, a tired, sore, yet thoughtful Osher gives an exclusive peek into his experiences on the floor of the reality show (which doesn't hit our screens for months yet), detailing the mental tool that is a saviour in stressful circumstances, why having clarity around what success looks like is essential, and everything we can gain from saying yes to challenging things 

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