Best Jonathan S Shane Podcasts (2024)

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Here's What I Know: Kerri Sackville on the power of focus and solitude 5:19

2h ago5:19

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If you listened to Hilary’s series Dated, you will recognise the voice of Kerri Sackville. She is a columnist and author of Out There: a Survival Guide to Dating in Midlife. Sharing wisdom of a different kind, Kerri unpacks her classification of solitude and why we need to experience it each day if we want to lead creative lives.…

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How might history offer solutions for modern issues? 23:51

2h ago23:51

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Humanity is grappling with many critical issues, such as climate change, rising inequality and the cost of living.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Rethinking housework: how mindful housekeeping can boost wellbeing 22:06

2h ago22:06

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Doing the dishes, folding laundry, getting in the garden, or cooking dinner might feel like ‘chores’: just more things on the big list of nuisances we don't have time for. But changing our mindset around housekeeping can help our mental clarity and wellbeing. We explore the cultural devaluation of ‘home’ work, and how rethinking our relationship wi…

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Life goes on but will it ever be the same? 16:07

13h ago16:07

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When Megan Maurice was diagnosed with breast cancer at 36 years of age, her daughter Pia was only seven. Megan thought the way to manage was to stay positive, and to adopt the mask of a character from a sad-but-uplifting TV show. She decided the emotional breakdown could come later. But what if surviving survival was even harder? Megan joins Hilary…

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Why age inclusive language matters 36:18

14h ago36:18

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The World Health Organisation's 2021 Global Report on Ageism found that one in two people worldwide are ageist, and called ageism 'prevalent, ubiquitous, and insidious'. One of the ways ageism manifests is through harmful stereotypes, and the language we use can play a critical role in either perpetuating or preventing those stereotypes. Dr Catheri…

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What is the Digital Product Passport, and how will it revolutionise the fashion industry? 14:23

1d ago14:23

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With Australia reportedly one of the world's biggest fashion consumers, what if there was a way to find out everything you want to know about the item you are purchasing - to see the entire life cycle of a garment. How would this influence or inform your buying choices? A Digital Product Passport will contain all the information you need about an i…

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Alex Noble: 'I Fight, You Fight', living with spinal cord injury 14:53

1d ago14:53

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Alex Noble was sixteen and crazy about his chosen sport, Rugby. It was the day of the trials for the Open Sevens and Alex was primed. One tackle though went horribly wrong leaving him paralysed from the neck down.Five years on Alex is now a motivational speaker, has written a book called 'I Fight You Fight' and developed an approach to life he call…

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Preterm baby guidelines are first of their kind in Australia 22:28

1d ago22:28

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A new set of guidelines from the Murdoch Children's Research Institute will help more than 3000 very preterm babies born in Australia annually. With around 60 per cent of these babies experiencing health and development difficulties later in life, experts say post-discharge care is often inconsistent and confusing for parents. The guidelines offer …

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Tony Chimel Unfiltered: WWE to Trader Joe’s! 47:23

2d ago47:23

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🎤 Join us on "Behind The Turnbuckle" as the legendary WWE ring announcer Tony Chimel gets unfiltered about his unforgettable journey from WWE to Trader Joe's! Dive into decades of iconic moments and behind-the-scenes stories from the voice that defined WWE history. Tony shares hilarious, heartfelt anecdotes about his time alongside wrestling legend…

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DON'T Miss This: Cody Rhodes Surprises DDP Live! 🤯 1:04:39

2d ago1:04:39

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You cannot miss this episode of "Behind The Turnbuckle"! WWE Hall of Famer Diamond Dallas Page (DDP) joins Coach and Big Tommy C to talk about his iconic career, unforgettable moments, and the impact he's had on the world of wrestling. And if that isn't exciting enough, the Undisputed WWE Champion, The American Nightmare Cody Rhodes, makes a surpri…

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The Rise of MJF: AEW's Secret Weapon Revealed! 45:40

2d ago45:40

45:40

Welcome to "Behind The Turnbuckle"! In this episode, we dive deep into "The Rise of MJF: AEW's Secret Weapon Revealed!". Join Coach and big Tommy C, who bring over 45 years of WWE experience, as they unravel the return of MJF, the best-kept secret in contracts. Discover how this charismatic star, loyal to Tony Khan, has crafted an iconic presence i…

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The Untold Stories of WWE Referee Jimmy Korderas! 50:47

2d ago50:47

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Get ready for an insider’s look at the world of WWE like never before! In this episode of Behind The Turnbuckle, join Coach and Big Tommy C as they welcome the legendary WWE referee Jimmy Korderas. With over 45 years of combined experience in WWE, our hosts dive deep into Jimmy’s career, sharing untold stories and iconic moments that only a few hav…

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Should media literacy join reading and writing on the school syllabus? 17:25

3d ago17:25

17:25

The internet and social media has been a double edged sword for news and journalism. It's given a voice to communities that weren't often heard in the mainstream and enabled individuals and small collectives to report on news that would never have been covered otherwise. But a lot of what you see on social media isn't actually true and the algorith…

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'More addictive than heroin': Jonathan Haidt on why social media is so harmful and how to help kids get unhooked 26:13

3d ago26:13

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The tragic statistics forming the basis of the youth mental health crisis can all be traced back to one moment - the invention of the smartphone and the emergence of the 'selfie-based social media ecosystem' in 2012. That's the argument at the centre of social psychologist Jonathan Haidt's groundbreaking new book ‘the Anxious Generation’. With the …

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What’s it like being the only child in class who is not on Instagram? 8:26

3d ago8:26

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At ten-years-old, when Aalia Elachi's smartphone broke and her parents decided not to replace it, she was devastated. But she's now fourteen and has loved the social-media-free life her parents have given her. What motivated the Elachis' decision and how are other parents around the country following their lead? Guests: Dany Elachi, Sydney father o…

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Which Facials Aren't Worth Your Money, "Ozempic Face," and More Skincare Education with Joanna Czech 25:04

5d ago25:04

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We’re back with part 2 of Joanna Czech’s interview. Joanna outlines which facials are not worth your money, why she doesn’t believe in just one skincare brand, what you should know about “Ozempic face,” which LED masks are worth the investment, what serums she'd never use, and the five things she’d never do as an esthetician. Shop her episode Gloss…

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Ask Aunty: hot desking woes 12:04

6d ago12:04

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You have recently started job sharing which entails also sharing a desk. But what happens when you job share partner helps themselves to the precious cashmere scarf you leave on the back of your seat.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Why we need to talk about death 39:23

6d ago39:23

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Our relationship with our own mortality is perhaps one of the most challenging relationships we have in our lives, so how do we feel ok about it? Dr Leah Kaminsky and Dr Chris Cheers join Beverley Wang to discuss what underpins our fear of death, how we might come to cultivate better acceptance of it, and how that acceptance could in turn actually …

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How parents and grandparents can play a role in children's literacy 21:09

7d ago21:09

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One in three of Australia's four million children are struggling to read proficiently, according to the Grattan Institute. That's a shocking figure, and one that understandably worries many parents, grandparents and guardians. Anne McLeish and Amy Haywood discuss how adults can play a role in supporting kids' education in the home, and what are the…

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Experiencing God’s Joy in Business (Interview w/ Tamra Andress) 30:58

7d ago30:58

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On this episode, Tamra Andress shares how she keeps joy and play at the center of her company’s culture as expressions of God’s character. Tamra Andress is a 6x #1 Amazon best-selling author (…and counting) featured in Forbes, USA Today, Inc., Entrepreneur, LA Weekly and many other well-known publications. She’s keynote speaker, and top podcaster -…

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Here's What I Know: what Shane Jacobson's learned about bending the truth 5:34

7d ago5:34

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Shane Jacobson is a beloved fixture of Australian screen and stage, from plunging toilets as Kenny to singing in Guys and Dolls. He shares his motto for life's great moments, and a lesson from his mum about the perils of embellishing a story.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Why are Australian homes so cold and can we warm them up in an affordable way? 13:33

8d ago13:33

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Much of Australia is having a cold snap right now — with sub-zero temperatures in six different states and territories. And it can be very nice in those times to curl up in a warm room with a hot cuppa, and forget about the world outside. Unfortunately, many Australian homes barely keep the cold outside, and that affects our energy bills, which are…

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How to prevent mid-year burnout 37:52

8d ago37:52

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Mid-year can be a tricky time: the weather is colder, the days are shorter, and the summer holidays can feel like they're a long way away. Is there a way we can better support ourselves and those around us from burnout? Dr Charlotte Keating is a clinical psychologist with a PhD in Neuroscience and she joined Hilary Harper to discuss the evolving fi…

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Refugee Hero: Parisa Sekandari 14:28

9d ago14:28

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Parisa Sekandari came into the world under Taliban rule in Afghanistan. Some two decades later, the second time they rose to power, her life would dramatically change overnight. Now a Refugee Advocate and co-creator of the collectives 'Amplify Afghan Women' and 'Community for Humanity', Parisa is one of the 'refugee heroes' fronting the Asylum Seek…

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The power of placebos 15:02

9d ago15:02

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We often think of placebos in a medical context, as control measures for testing the effectiveness of drugs. But can placebos also influence how how things taste, or even how effective certain over-the-counter medicines are? Professor Joel Pearson shares the ways in which placebos harness the power of our brain's own belief.…

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New class of deadly drug sparks pill testing push 23:27

9d ago23:27

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A new family of drugs are causing alarm among medical professionals. Up to fifty times stronger than fentanyl, nitazenes are synthetic opioids that have been detected in Australia in recreational drugs like MDMA and ketamine. Experts are warning harm minimisation policies, including pill testing, need to be put in place now to protect unsuspecting …

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What does writing by hand do for our brain? 12:03

10d ago12:03

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As the world becomes increasingly digitised, writing by hand can seem totally archaic. But research shows that, putting pen to paper brings far more cognitive benefit than is often assumed. What might happen if handwriting becomes a lost art?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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With great power: Why does AI make things up and how should businesses use it responsibly? 17:03

10d ago17:03

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Google recently rolled out an experimental search feature, using AI to summarise results. And while it's generally very effective, sometimes it recommended putting glue in your pizza base. Legal research tools like Westlaw have implemented AI into their products, but a recent Stanford research paper found that up to a third of the results returned …

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A question of reasonableness: Why are so many Australians working under a non-compete clause? 21:37

10d ago21:37

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A study by E61 found that more than 20% of Australian workers are working under a non-compete clause — and that's everything from senior executives to hairdressers to fast food workers. The Assistant Treasurer, Andrew Leigh, has put non-compete clauses on the national agenda in Australia, and the Free Trade Commission has recently banned them in th…

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Celebrity Esthetician Joanna Czech On Her Famous Slapping Facial Massage and her 13,000 Hour Skincare Education 27:23

12d ago27:23

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If you've ever admired the glowing skin of Jennifer Aniston, Kim Kardashian, or Kate Winslet as they’ve walked the red carpet, you've witnessed the exceptional work of celebrity esthetician Joanna Czech. But she isn’t just famous for her signature slapping technique (also known as getting #czeched) — Joanna is a personality all on her own. Just che…

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Ask Aunty: when a saxophone saga jinxes a work opportunity 11:57

13d ago11:57

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You are going for your dream job when you realise that you have history with your new would be boss. Guests: Lizzy Hoo, stand-up comedian, presenter, writer, and actor Patrick Lenton, writer, journalist and authorBy Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Adult friendships: a guide to making (and keeping) friends in later life 40:40

13d ago40:40

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When we're young, friends are everything and making new friends can be as easy and simple as having a shared interest. But as we grow older we seem to shed friends, and getting them back can be challenging. Dr Zoë Krupka , psychotherapist and clinical supervisor joins Beverley Wang to step through how to make and maintain social connections as we a…

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How social determinants shape the way we live and die 17:38

14d ago17:38

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Most of us know how to reduce our risk of developing heart disease, diabetes or ding from Covid. But with new research from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare highlighting the most common causes of death in Australia, we look at the lesser known non-medical factors that influence health outcomes. Known as psycho-social factors or social…

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Here's What I Know: Ailsa Piper on understanding the way things are 5:14

14d ago5:14

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Ailsa Piper is a writer whose latest offering For Life explores grief. She shares what it means to let move past grief, how bodily shifts can make a difference to our state of mind and the power of swimming.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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‘Like attaching a car’s accelerator before the brake’: How can we better support young people experiencing early puberty? 27:39

14d ago27:39

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Hitting puberty is challenging enough, but 13 per cent of Australians experience early puberty (for females, this means getting their period as young as eight), and new research shows there are unique brain changes for this cohort making them particularly vulnerable to mental health symptoms. Dr Nandi Vijayakumar, Professor Susan Sawyer, and Olivia…

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A message from the Gods or necessary bodily function: why do we dream? 14:29

15d ago14:29

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Do dreams serve an evolutionary purpose? They're energy-zapping and leave us vulnerable to predation and yet dreams are necessary. Hilary Harper is joined by Rahul Jandial, an expert who's uniquely placed to talk all things brains and dreams.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Balancing choice and protection: what are best ways to regulate voluntary assisted dying? 36:48

15d ago36:48

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The ACT has become the latest Australian jurisdiction to legalise Voluntary Assisted Dying — with the changes taking effect in November 2025. That means that every State and Territory, except the Northern Territory has legalised the practice — but there are some differences across the different jurisdictions: the ACT will allow registered nurses, a…

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Hailey Rhode Baldwin Bieber 1:06:46

15d ago1:06:46

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{GLOSS ANGELES REWIND} Come back to June 2022 to hear our exclusive chat with Haiely Bieber! Hailey Bieber’s skin is as good, if not better than it appears on Instagram and TikTok. Believe (or should we say Beliebe) us — we had the chance to hang out with the newly-minted beauty entrepreneur at Rhode HQ to talk about the launch of her skincare line…

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Norman Swan remembers Michael Mosley as a leading science communicator 15:42

16d ago15:42

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Norman Swan met Michael Mosley as a young doctor. Norman reflects on Michael‘s transition from GP to leading science communicator and his ability to weave his personal story into scientific research. Guest: Dr Norman Swan, Producer and presenter of the Health ReportBy Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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How can we help our children regulate their emotions in a healthy way? 15:05

16d ago15:05

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Tantrums are a fact of life for most parents — the world can be a lot for a young child to take in — and sometimes their emotions can get the best of them. But some psychologists are saying that they're seeing an increase in parents saying that their child is 'dysregulated.' Shawna Campbell and Carol Markie-Dadds explain what that actually means an…

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People are giving less: how are charities pivoting to stay afloat during a cost-of-living crisis? 20:45

16d ago20:45

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Charities are reporting a huge spike in demand for services across the country. At the same time, donations are dropping as potential donors are experiencing financial hardship, sometimes for the first time in years. How has the cost-of-living crisis impacted giving habits? And what's the best way to support charities when you are coping with less?…

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What we're learning about romantic love 9:04

17d ago9:04

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When you fall in love, you hope that it will last forever! But sadly, that's not always the case. Scientists are discovering more about love and how it influences our bodies and brains.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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The surprising benefits of insomnia 16:49

17d ago16:49

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While grieving a series of deaths in her close circle of family and friends, Annabel Abbs-Streets found herself in the midst of chronic, severe, insomnia. After railing against her sleeplessness, becoming increasingly frustrated, she decided upon a different tack. She became inquisitive and started exploring the mysteries of the 'night brain'. What…

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Protein is the ‘miracle nutrient’ of the moment, but how much do you really need? 27:29

17d ago27:29

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There’s been an explosion of media telling us that consuming more protein can do everything from building muscle to extending our lives, but experts say more is not always better and too much could actually be harmful. So what does protein actually do and how do you know if you’re getting the right amount? Guests: Dr Evangeline Mantzioris, Program …

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Creating a Successful Beauty Brand With "Brand Whisperer" and NOYZ Founder Shaun Neff 45:00

19d ago45:00

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Today’s episode is brought to you by NOYZ. If you know the beauty industry, you know the powerhouse that’s Shaun Neff. He’s created and taken brands to the next level, from Sun Bum to Pattern Beauty to Beis. Neff’s latest brand launch, NOYZ, is a fragrance brand meant to change everybody’s opinion on what fragrance should look like and make you fee…

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Ask Aunty: You feel judged for your choice in supermarkets 13:11

20d ago13:11

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You like shopping at the posh supermarket across the street but when a neighbour makes a snide comment about your shopping habits you wonder whether it’s time to give up the supermarket or your friendship with the neighbour.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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