In this thought-provoking episode, the crew welcomes Michael Dewson to tackle one of the most polarising topics in health: Why don’t more Australians exercise? Is it laziness, lack of education, or a failure of public health policy?

We unpack fresh ideas that go far beyond the usual “just move more” advice — from rethinking how Medicare could support preventive exercise, to the hidden friction points that stop people from ever stepping into a gym. Is it really a matter of personal responsibility, or is the system set up to fail us?

🔍 Topics discussed:

• Why “laziness” is often a symptom, not the cause
• Whether the government should shift focus from adults to children’s health
• Why education alone doesn’t lead to action
• Should private health insurers and Medicare subsidise gym memberships?
• What real support and motivation actually look like

This episode will challenge assumptions, offer practical ideas, and help you rethink how we tackle Australia’s health crisis — one step (or squat) at a time.

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