Better Than Yesterday with Osher Günsberg

Today’s guest works with some of the most elite performers in the world — AFL premiership captains, Grand Slam champions, world title surfers and Olympic athletes.
But this conversation isn’t about winning. It’s about what happens before the win. And what happens when there isn’t one.
In this powerful conversation, author and mindset coach Ben Crowe explains the psychology of elite performance, pressure, identity, and what it really means to succeed.
While Ben has worked with elite athletes and world champions, helping them navigate the mental side of performance, this conversation goes far beyond sport. It’s about self-worth, perfectionism, vulnerability, and why so many high performers struggle when their identity becomes tied to outcomes.
We explore the hidden pressure behind success, why chasing perfection can lead to shame, and how separating who you are from what you do can transform both performance and wellbeing.
Ben shares practical insights from working with the likes of Ash Barty, revealing the mindset shifts that allow people to perform at their best while still living a meaningful life.
If you’ve ever felt the weight of expectations, whether in your career, relationships, or personal ambitions, this conversation will help you reframe the way you think about success.
LINKS
Ben's book 'Where The Light Gets In' is available now
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Trauma psychologist Tahnee Schulz—a critical incident first responder who has worked with those affected by events like the Sydney Lindt Café siege and the Nepal Earthquakes—offers a forensic, compassionate map for finding meaning when life's floor falls away.
In this quick hit with Tahnee, you’ll hear about:
The Jelly Bean Jar: The deceptively simple neuroscience of small pleasures and why they are the foundation of resilience.
The Definition of Trauma: Why trauma is defined not by what happened, but by how it made you feel, and the profound, genetic stakes of leaving it unprocessed.
The Suffering Witness: How to recognize that your empathy is a strength, not a wound, and why seeking help is vital even if the trauma didn't happen to you directly.
This is a conversation about the extraordinary human capacity to build meaning, move through uncertainty, and choose a full, thriving life.
SUPPORT
For immediate support in a crisis, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14
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LINKS
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Alex Lee is a well known face in television and comedy, so it's no surprise she was chosen to host the ABC's new comedy game show 'Tonight At The Museum' - filmed inside a real, working museum!
In this episode, Alex talks about how she transitioned from a career in news to writing and starring in hit comedy series, the complexities of filming inside the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery, and why it's important to keep learning about and from our history.
LINKS
Watch Tonight At The Museum on ABC iview
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Check out Alex's 'Baby Shoes' podcast
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Today we have a rev-up from the incredible Australian musical theatre star Lucy Durack.
She is living proof that persistence, strategic preparation, and a little bit of hope can open doors you never thought possible.
Lucy Durack is and always will be the original Glinda in the Australian production of the smash hit musical Wicked. But she didn't get that job by accident. In fact, she decided she was going to get it and started preparing for it before the show even existed.
This segment from our longer conversation is all you need to know about dedicating yourself to preparing for the best version of what it is that you want, and regardless of the outcome, being better for it.
LINKS
Listen to the full episode with Lucy Durack here
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If you’ve stopped and looked up in the middle of a shopping centre or on your train or bus commute, there’s probably one think you’d notice – almost everybody you encounter having their faced buried in their phones. The growth of social media and smartphones means we are constantly looking to be entertained.
Today’s guest says – that’s a problem. And he would know, he’s an acclaimed cognitive neuroscientist who has studied behaviour and brain imaging research for more than 25 years.
In his new book, Dr Mark Williams reveals how screen exposure is rewiring our brains, especially those of our children. From dopamine loops and social media addiction… to loneliness, parenting, and the subtle ways technology reshapes memory and relationships - this is a conversation every parent needs to hear. While there’s plenty that is scary in our discussion, Mark also has some simple and effective solutions to help build real-life resilience and connections in a digital world.
LINKS
Grab a copy of Mark and Gavin's book 'Screen Smart Children'
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