Change Your Opinion

In Part Two of our conversation with Mina, we continue her story of growing up in an off-grid, doomsday religious household and what happened as she began questioning the beliefs that shaped her childhood.

But as Mina's story unfolds, the conversation takes a turn we genuinely didn't see coming.

Is it easy to break away from your parents’ beliefs when you don’t agree with how you were raised?

Mina speaks openly about breaking away, finding her own identity and navigating a life very different from the one she was raised to believe in.

It takes real courage to share a story this personal, and we're incredibly grateful to Mina for trusting us with hers.

The first of a two-part episode, we sit down with Mina, who takes us inside what it was like growing up in an off-grid, doomsday religious household , where her parents’ beliefs shaped the world around her.

But what happens when you grow up and begin to question those beliefs?

Is it easy to break away from your parents’ beliefs when you don’t agree with how you were raised?

This is a conversation about family, upbringing, belief, identity and finding your own way when the life you were raised to accept no longer feels like your own.

Today on Change Your Opinion, we're joined by Toni Tomlin, a clinical psychologist from Colour My World Therapy, to unpack one of the most talked-about and misunderstood topics in neurodiversity.

We explore what Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) is, how to recognise the signs, why it can often be misunderstood, and what parenting strategies can help children with a PDA profile thrive.

Whether you're a parent, educator, or simply curious to learn more, this episode offers practical insights, expert advice, and a balanced discussion on a topic that continues to spark debate.

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This week on Change Your Opinion, we're joined by radio host Margaret Meadows, who shares what it was like growing up as a lesbian in the 1950s and '60s.

Margaret opens up about the challenges she faced, the prejudice she experienced, and the courage it took to live authentically in a very different era. She reflects on how attitudes towards same-sex relationships have evolved over the years and whether society has truly become more accepting.

It's an honest, thought-provoking conversation about love, identity, resilience, and how far we've come—as well as the work that still lies ahead.

This week, we catch up with Luke Richardson, General Manager for Performance Pathways & Participation at West Perth, to talk about the changing culture of Australian Rules football.

From how we coach young players, to the expectations placed on kids, parents and coaches, is the traditional “toughen up” mentality making way for something more supportive, inclusive and focused on developing the whole person?

A fascinating conversation about where footy culture has come from… and where it’s heading next.

This week on the podcast, we sit down with Donna Wignall to explore her fascinating journey into the world of psychic mediumship. Donna shares her personal experiences, how she first became aware of her abilities, and what life is really like as a psychic medium.

Whether you're a believer, a sceptic, or simply curious about the unexplained, this conversation offers a unique insight into a world that continues to intrigue people across the globe.

This episode is all about our listeners. We read your comments, discussed your views, and shared your experiences that you sent in.

We also explored the question, "What's Changed Your Opinion?", and heard about the moments, experiences, and conversations that made people see things differently.

Thank you for being part of the conversation and sharing your voice with Change Your Opinion.

This week on Change Your Opinion, we welcome Dr Sharon Vasey from Elara Menopause and Women's Health Clinic in Joondalup.

Dr Sharon joins us to discuss the often confusing world of perimenopause and menopause, helping to separate fact from fiction while answering some of the most common questions women are asking.

Dr Sharon shares evidence-based information, practical advice and reassurance for women navigating this significant stage of life.

Whether you're experiencing symptoms yourself, supporting a partner, friend or family member, or simply want to understand more about menopause, this episode is packed with valuable insights.

This week we talk about our personal experiences with birth, the expectations we had going in, and how quickly things can change during labour and delivery.

We discuss whether birth plans can help women feel more prepared and empowered, or whether they can sometimes create pressure and disappointment when things don’t go to plan.

What opinions have changed for you from childhood to adulthood?

What’s something you used to believe as a kid that you totally see differently now as an adult?

Check out what opinions have changed for us over the years… and wait until you hear what opinions have changed for Fernando.