Life Matters - Full program podcast

New school funding from the Federal Government may be a step towards closing the widening inequity gap in our public schools. But experts say, for that to happen, we need buy-in from the states, and the money needs to be spent correctly. 

An Dr Rob Brander looks at how to stay safe while enjoying a day at the beach.

Helping you figure out all the big stuff in life: relationships, health, money, work and the world.

What would change if care policy took a whole-of-life approach? One that acknowledges that our personal lives are part of our reality, even at work. And that we  may be caring for different people, at different stages, of life at the same time.

And answers to the strange things we experience every day, like why can't I get that song out of my head and why do I see faces in everyday objects?

Extreme ice bathing, cuddle therapy, and ecstatic dance are just some of the wellness fads we now see everywhere on social media. Is it possible to try them out without getting burnt?

And Junda Khoo shares his journey from a teenager living on instant noodles to the head chef at a celebrated restaurant.

How do we incorporate fun into our everyday lives?

Helping you figure out all the big stuff in life: relationships, health, money, work and the world.

A recent report by the ACCC has found that there are serious problems with access to child care and early education in Australia. What is the cost to families when childcare is inaccessible? 

And a celebration of the relationships that make up our lives: from the childhood best friend to the casual chats that make the week a little brighter.

Practical steps that will help if your child becomes unable or unwilling to attend school.

And what do we know about the melatonin gummies that are becoming popular for children with sleep problems?

Many regular meditators say their practice is their ‘anchor in the storm’, and research supports their experience. But how do you get started?

And we all hope love lasts forever, but sadly, that's not always the case. Scientists are discovering more about love and how it influences our bodies and brains.

How tight is the hold of past experiences and relationships on our lives today? Best selling author Sloane Crosley shares her thoughts. Also, you want to change your surname but are worried it will upset others. What should you do?