Life Matters - Full Program Podcast

With new rules and restrictions being released daily, it can be tough to stay on top of new information during the pandemic. Is there a way to manage your stress, while staying abreast of what's happening? Plus, painting with AI and planning for a surprise party you aren't invited to.

The day after the Federal Government ramps up business support payments for affected people in NSW, we open the lines for businesses and employees across the country on how various state and Commonwealth payments have worked for them. Plus Maori mountain climber Nic Low describes his rediscovery of the old stories and meanings in the high country of his ancestors.

Awareness about the signs of stroke is improving but not many people realise that the earlier treatments are given, the greater the chances a patient will make a full recovery. Plus how Luna the therapy dog helps students and staff at a school in Tasmania, and in the final episode of The Pineapple Project, how to save money on holidays.

The year elevens, who spent much of last year in remote learning, are finding themselves in the same position this year, going through year twelve. What effect is that having on their wellbeing and what implications might it have for their futures?

Every four (or so) years, the Olympics come along and sweep some of us into a fervour of cheering and armchair commentary. While many of us have no direct link to the games, for some, there can be a deeper connection, such as knowing or being related to an Olympian, having attended a past Olympic event as a participant or spectator, or taking part in a torch relay. Listeners and guests share their special Olympic connections with Life Matters.

Skateboarding is now an Olympic sport, but when lockdown stalled Olympic hopeful Hayley Wilson’s training, her mum and her town came up with an ingenious solution. Plus, the politics of curly hair amid a history of eurocentric beauty standards. And how do you cope with your neighbour’s noisy sexual escapades?

Proof of vaccination status is already being used in some parts of the world to manage spread of coronavirus. Should Australia look at adopting this approach? Plus, Death Sex and Money's Anna Sale on how even the most introverted among us can learn to talk.

While payment eligibility has improved for migrant workers in lockdown, not everyone is covered. Plus the home cooking of TikTok sensation Nathan Lyons and in The Pineapple Project, how to save money when caring for your much loved pets.

Does how safe you feel in your neighbourhood match up to how safe you actually are? New research has found the answer. Also, after 138 dates, would you find love? And, you might understand self-care, but what is anti-self-care?

The COVID-19 situation in Australia remains fluid, with active cases present in several states, and NSW and Victoria in lockdown because of outbreaks. Many people are now speeding up their plans to get vaccinated. While anyone over the age of 18 can, theoretically, get vaccinated, the reality on the ground is mixed. Listeners share their stories of trying to get protected against COVID-19 and put their questions about vaccines to two medical experts.