Best Kid Eriksson Podcasts (2024)

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This is where you have to go: a mother's fight for justice 15:12

2h ago15:12

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In 1970 an eighteen year old, pregnant Lynda Holden took the advice of her doctor who suggested a place she could go to find support. As it happened the support came cloaked with disrespect and deception, and she was told her Aboriginality meant she couldn't keep the baby. Lynda is telling her story in a new memoir, co-written with Jo Tuscano, call…

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Michelle Ford-Eriksson on doping, boycotts and winning gold in Moscow 14:09

2h ago14:09

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Australian swimmer Michelle Ford competed in the 1980 Moscow Games, at a time when the Australian Government did not want their citizens to go and when the East German Olympic team was dominating the pool. Michelle went on to win gold and bronze at those games. Later it would be revealed that a state-wide campaign of doping athletes was being orche…

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How can we process trauma that is tied to a particular place? 21:33

2h ago21:33

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A shopping centre and a church were recently the scenes of two violent attacks in Sydney. The events were shocking because of what happened, but they were also shocking because of where they happened. What happens when a place that we think of as intrinsically safe sees that protection broken? And how can we process trauma when it becomes tied to a…

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'If I had to have a titanium knee placed in my leg, it would be worth it. I'm going to finish this walk.' Finding yourself on the Camino de Santiago 16:05

2h ago16:05

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Stretching across hundreds of kilometres and multiple countries, the Camino de Santiago is perhaps the best known collection of pilgrims' ways in the world and a walk that is said to be like no other. But what is it like to put one foot in front of the other and set out on a path that will take you many weeks to complete? To follow in the footsteps…

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Does wearing glasses make your eyesight worse? 14:52

2h ago14:52

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When we first start wearing glasses, or get a stronger prescription, it can feel like our previous eyesight is worse than it was. But do glasses really make our eyes 'lazy'? Or is it all in the mind? We answer your optometry questions.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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"How's the weather?" Why we do small talk, and how to master it. 20:29

2h ago20:29

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Small talk is the bane of many, but these innocuous, shallow-seeming conversations with strangers and acquaintances can be more revealing than we might realise. We look at the function of small talk in human socialising, why it gets a bad rap, and how to improve your conversation game.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Ask Aunty: I feel uncomfortable about my friend's social media feed 12:29

5h ago12:29

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Your friend invests a lot of time in her social media posts and wants you to share some of them on your feed as well. You're not a fan of what she posts, cringe when she tags you in them, and feel uncomfortable when you see her in person and she brings it up. What should you do?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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How is the cost of living affecting your relationships? 38:25

3d ago38:25

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Just living life is expensive right now, with the price of almost everything having gone up a lot in the past couple of years. So how is that affecting your relationships with your friends, your romantic partner, your family — all the people who are important in your life.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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How to make sure your kids are getting the right nutrients for an active life 16:28

5d ago16:28

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As parents, many of us worry that if our kids only like eating pasta, white bread and cheese, they may be missing out on some essential nutrients - particularly protein. 99 per cent of Australian adults are getting enough protein, but what about kids? And what are some tips for introducing the foods they need but don't necessarily like on the first…

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Here's What I Know: why Yumi Stynes is looking forward to old age 5:21

22h ago5:21

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Yumi Stynes is a broadcaster, author and resident ABC taboo breaker with her beloved podcast Ladies, We Need To Talk. As a new season launches, she shares how she learned to be consensual with her body, the creative ways you can get your sleep, and why she's looking forward to running marathons in her 70s.…

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What’s the best way to tell the history of Australia? It’s by eating cake 28:19

22h ago28:19

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We hear a lot about wars and leaders and political or ideological trends, in history class, but wouldn't it be more fun to tell that story...through cake? That's what the collections team at State Library of Queensland thought when they kept seeing archival documents about the Australian history of baking stretching way back in time. The result is …

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Jennifer Wong's hour of power 13:57

2d ago13:57

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We all know exercise is good for us, but that doesn't mean it's always easy to get organised, into fitness gear, and out of the house. And that's particularly true if you're dealing with depression or anxiety, which comedian Jennifer Wong was when she worked out a novel way to force herself to try some new activities. That experience has inspired h…

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Is squatting a legitimate response to the housing crisis? 37:46

2d ago37:46

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Rental vacancies are at record lows, and rents are increasing, on average, far faster than our incomes, particularly in our biggest cities. That's leading to financial stress for many Australians and increasing the likelihood of housing insecurity. One temporary solution that's been proposed is for people without secure housing to move into propert…

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Morris Gleitzman: Tweet 13:54

3d ago13:54

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Why have the birds of the world all gone haywire? Yes, that is what is happening in Morris Gleitzman's new novel, Tweet. What are our feathered friends trying to tell us? And how can a boy and his budgie solve the puzzle? Having written some 44 books Morris is one of Australia's most successful children's authors. And he doesn't shy away from the s…

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'You are not normal' and other important lessons when trying to change people's behaviour 14:27

3d ago14:27

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If you've ever tried to implement change, whether that's a new workplace practice or a national recycling program, you'll know that getting people to shift their behaviour can be a challenge. And what might seem obvious and desirable to you, might seem outrageous or silly to someone else. So — if we do want to create change — how can we make sure w…

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Will psychedelic assisted therapy become more accessible? 23:10

3d ago23:10

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It is nine months since changes to Therapeutic Goods Administration rules have enabled psychiatrists to treat patients for treatment resistant depression and PTSD using therapy augmented by psychedelic drugs. Yet since that time, it is believed only a handful of treatments have taken place, and only nine psychiatrists have been registered to admini…

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How Ozempic may be supercharging fat phobia 15:04

4d ago15:04

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Ozempic and other brands of semaglutide drugs which were developed to treat diabetes, are now being used in very high frequency for weight loss. But is the way we're being encouraged to think about this class of drugs actually healthy in itself?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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How to stop breaking up with your friends 16:18

4d ago16:18

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Social media is full of advice for managing your relationships, often cribbed from the world of therapy. Making sure your friendships are positive and respectful is a worthy goal, but are the algorithms merging well intentioned and credible ideas with petty or extreme advice? We look at where to draw the line, how to mend friendships that grate on …

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Solitude is bliss: learning how to love alone time 21:09

4d ago21:09

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For some of us, nothing is more exciting than a slab of time to ourselves. For others, nothing could be worse. But whether you're an introvert or extrovert, everyone can find benefits in solitude, and aloneness doesn't have to equal loneliness. We look at how to enjoy your own company and build habits around quality solo time.…

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#278 - With Sy Barry & His Worldwide Influence 1:28:01

4d ago1:28:01

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Presenting a recorded interview with Sy Barry that was originally recorded 18 months ago. Why have we held onto this for so long you may be asking? Great question! Jermayn Parker, and Ankit Mitra originally held this interview for the discussion to be included in the Regal Phantom comics. It can now be released in podcast format in its entirely. An…

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Ask Aunty: Help! My friends are breaking up with me 12:10

7d ago12:10

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You have three separate friends who you believe are 'breaking-up' their relationship with you. They say you talk about yourself too much. But you find it difficult to make small talk and listen to their stories, which are often not very interesting to you. You want to salvage the friendships, so how can you do that?…

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What does a 'good life' mean for you? 38:52

7d ago38:52

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Sometimes we grapple with that question when times are tough. But, we may also muse about having a so-called 'purpose' in life, even when things are running smoothly. What are the elements of a so-called 'good life' and what helps you live one?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Could getting strong heal your neck pain, sore back, headaches and even trauma? 17:34

8d ago17:34

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There's more and more evidence about the importance of strength for general health, but building strength has also been shown to be effective at healing injury, both physical and psychological, and helping avoid injury in the future. Sammy Prowse and Ella Mason explore how you can start building a gentle strength routine for physical and psychologi…

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Here's What I Know: Tracey Spicer on the power of timing 4:55

8d ago4:55

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Award-winning journalist, author, and advocate Tracey Spicer is a leading voice on feminist media and technology. She shares her tips for peeling a banana and how she learned that the key to a great life is timing.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Can you be ethical and still make s**tloads of money? The growing ethical investment industry says yes 27:59

12d ago27:59

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When we think of maximising profit, we don't necessarily think ethical. But new research shows 88 per cent of Australians expect their money to be invested ethically. And there is a growing movement in the worlds of finance and advocacy arguing that making money and doing good don't have to be mutually exclusive. So, what makes an investment ethica…

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How Anna Jacobson knitted herself back together 18:23

9d ago18:23

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How do you rebuild your life and your sense of self, when your memories become unreliable or inaccessible? When Anna Jacobson was 23, she experienced a psychotic episode and, once admitted to hospital under an involuntary treatment order, was treated with electroconvulsive therapy. That experience left her with gaps in her memory and under the care…

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Navigating the obstacles – learning to drive after 30 32:57

9d ago32:57

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Not everyone gets their driver's licence in their teens, and for those left catching public transport in their late twenties and beyond, achieving this milestone can be challenging, especially if you add anxiety into the mix. The percentage of drivers passing their probationary license test after 30 is increasing in Australia. But whether it’s find…

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How BackTrack continues to help vulnerable kids chase their dreams 14:24

10d ago14:24

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Former Jackaroo Bernie Shakeshaft founded Backtrack in 2006 with the aim to help at-risk youth turn their lives around. In 2018 the award winning documentary, 'BackTrack Boys', followed Bernie and the young people he was trying to keep alive and out of jail. Now a new film traces their stories a few years on as they chase their dreams.…

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Why is the live music industry struggling? 16:18

10d ago16:18

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Splendour in the Grass is cancelled for the year, Mona Foma has called time, and the Federal Government has launched an inquiry into live music in Australia. But many local venues are worried they won't be around by the time the report is finished. And local artists don't seem to be earning any more then they were decades ago, so it's not them driv…

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Survey aims to encapsulate how women experience pain 21:24

10d ago21:24

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Research into women's pain shows that it tends to be more common and sometimes more intense, but when women report it, they can often be dismissed, misdiagnosed, or receive different treatment to men experiencing pain. In Victoria, the state government is conducting an inquiry into women's pain and as part of that, it has opened a survey, asking fo…

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Keeping your vitamin D levels up during Winter 13:53

15d ago13:53

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As the days get shorter and colder, we tend to spend less time outside, and that means less sun exposure and less vitamin D. Dr Rachel Neale explains what the sun does for our health and whether we should be changing our behaviour during Winter?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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How independent libraries are helping readers find their people 16:56

11d ago16:56

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Public libraries aren't the only place to find a great book. More tiny, independent libraries are popping up, each with unique collections specialising in niche topics like modern art, anarchist politics or LGBTQ+ fiction. The people starting these libraries say it's a great way of building community.…

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Want to be happy? Try living like a toddler 19:51

11d ago19:51

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What's the secret to a happy life? We often look to the successful, mature and wise for tips. Getting up at 4am, daily runs and affirmations. If that's not working for you, why not try jumping in puddles, asking silly questions and taking naps? The best model for the good life might be the tiny person in your life playing with blocks and screaming …

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Ask Aunty: can you express your concerns about what your adult daughter wears? 12:43

14d ago12:43

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On a recent trip to visit your adult daughter you noticed she was wearing a very short skirt and you could see her underwear. It didn't go well when you pointed that out. You're also worried she makes light of the fact that she and her friends were once chased out of a church in Europe by a nun for wearing "mini" tops. Can you have a constructive c…

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Understanding the nature of your secret crush 38:51

14d ago38:51

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Books, movies and TV shows are littered with stories of unrequited love, and the crush is often depicted as a pure and passionate kind of romance, even something to aspire to. But what are the consequences of one-sided love, and how can we move on from it?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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It can feel like conspiracy theorists are everywhere. Are they? 18:39

20d ago18:39

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Taylor Swift is a psyop, #KateMiddleton is a body double and big pharma is suppressing a cancer cure. It can feel like the number of conspiracy theories and conspiracy theorists are rising astronomically, but new research suggests it's not that clear cut. Guests: Dr Mathew Marques, Senior Lecturer in psychology at Latrobe University specialising in…

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Here's What I Know: Lizzy Hoo finds joy in being late 3:42

16d ago3:42

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Comedian Lizzy Hoo used to stress herself out trying to be on time, now she "gets the haircut", a bit of wisdom gained from her time in Mongolia. She also discusses the joy of spooning her perfectly sized greyhound.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Pet grief can be disenfranchised: how do we give it the respect it deserves? 30:17

15d ago30:17

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When we lose a four-legged friend, comments like 'he was just a dog' may belittle our grief. We may even belittle it ourselves. Experts call this disenfranchised grief and say it can make it hard to properly process our loss. So, how can we use rituals, memorials and other grief practices to give ourselves room to heal? Hear more on ABC Compass epi…

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Here's What I Know: Benjamin Law's traffic light system for feedback 5:18

16d ago5:18

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Writer and broadcaster Benjamin Law has been a strong voice in Australia's literary and media scenes for more than a decade. In his time making television and radio, he's learned a few things about which opinions you should take seriously, and which you should disregard. He shares his lessons about letting go, and a great tip for getting on top of …

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What happened when Qin Qin realised she should live up to her own expectations, instead of everyone else's 10:47

16d ago10:47

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What does it mean to set aside the story you've been told about yourself and find your own path? Qin Qin was following the path laid out for her: she studied hard, went into law, got a scholarship to Harvard. But somewhere along the way, Qin Qin realised that the path she was on wasn't actually bringing her a lot of joy. And so she decided to go of…

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Has online sports gambling become too big a part of the game? 36:15

16d ago36:15

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Last year, the Federal Government held a parliamentary inquiry into online gambling, which recommended—among other things—a phased, comprehensive ban on advertising. While there are some important regulations across the industry, some of their behaviour operates under a voluntary, self-regulated code of conduct. A number of clubs have turned away f…

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#277 - March 2024 Comics & News Review 1:35:21

16d ago1:35:21

1:35:21

Jermayn Parker and Stephen East sit down and discuss the latest Phantom comics and news from March 2024. In this podcast we review comics from Australia and India plus dissect Phantom related news from Europe, India, Australia, South America and USA. Now is the time to subscribe to our YouTube Channel, website and or our social media platforms in F…

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Ernest Price and The Pyramid of Needs 13:04

17d ago13:04

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Just over a decade ago teacher Ernest Price made the announcement in front of 250 year 10 students that he was transgender and would be beginning a medical transition. His debut novel, The Pyramid of Needs, a darkly funny story about transphobia and family dysfunction.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Cadetship program aims to change the stats on disadvantage 13:09

17d ago13:09

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It can be hard to get out of poverty when you grow up on social housing. A cadetship program has been working with people who have lived in this type of housing to help them gain qualifications and long-term employment. Early signs are that mentors may be a key element of the program's successes to date.…

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How to navigate the child support system 24:50

17d ago24:50

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The formula that helps calculate how much child support parents are paid is being reviewed, over concerns that it no longer reflects the true costs of raising a child. But critics argue that while the current system provides excellent access to free administrative options for payment reviews, it still falls down when it comes to ensuring parents ar…

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What makes a good step-parent? 34:56

18d ago34:56

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Parenting any child has its challenges, but stepping into the parent role for the kids of your new partner can be particularly fraught. Blended families are on the rise, and although every family is different, there are ways step-parents can avoid conflict, build trust, and define the role they play within the family.…

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Stuck on auto-pilot? Here's how to take the wheel of your life 18:17

18d ago18:17

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In 2021, sociologist Corey Keyes popularised the idea of 'languishing', a state of being not necessarily in crisis, or flourishing, just some flat middle ground. Many of us resonated with this idea of going through the motions in the doldrums of COVID restrictions, but the pressure hasn't abated post-pandemic. So when things are weighing on us and …

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Life in 500 Words: Judy got involved with showing off her happy place 5:12

21d ago5:12

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Spending time in the outdoor world is important for Judy Macwilliams. This passion led to her officially becoming a volunteer tour guide at her happy place, Melbourne's Royal Botanic Gardens.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Ask Aunty: my child thinks I'm flirting with my male friend! 11:31

21d ago11:31

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You have a great rapport with the father of one of your child's schoolfriends. You see each other often, have great platonic chemistry and hope to become better friends. Then one day, while spending time with him and both of your children, your daughter feels the need to comment on your new haircut, gleefully accusing you of trying to look sexy for…

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Navigating mother and daughter relationships 36:33

21d ago36:33

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How do mother and daughter relationships change over time? And how do our roles within them evolve as we move through life? Author, Susan Johnson, had a lot of time to think about her own relationship with her mum when they lived together on a small Greek island for almost a year.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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