Money in Politics - and the Actions That Can Beat It (featuring Allegra Spender)
We know that money influences politics - but just how much? And is there anything we can do to oppose it? As she's proved again and again, most recently as part of the Punter's Politics event also attended by Osher, Allegra Spender, Independent Member for Wentworth, has some ideas. For more from Osher, head here See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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How Reading Rescued Luke Bateman's Inner Child - and Changed His Life
Are there parts of yourself, maybe long lost from your past or your childhood, that are waiting to be heard, to be honoured, to expand the person you think you are? This was certainly the case for Luke Bateman. In this episode, the ex-NRL player and Bachelor turned BookTok sensation, author and host of new podcast In the Good Books opens to Osher about: Why shame was so much a part of his life as a child Coming back from the dark depths of his gambling addiction and depression How he dealt with the controversy and social media blowback following news of his book deal Why inner work is essential to achieving any goal CONTENT WARNING: This episode includes discussions of suicidal thoughts. For support, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14. For tickets to Story Club and for Osher's new book So What, Now What? head hereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Why Vulnerability, Recovery and Agency Takes Guts, with Melissa Leong
For Masterchef judge Melissa Leong, life has served far more than just delicious food. And as she tells Osher, whether it's been the choices she's made or the things she's had to deal with, it's often taken a lot of guts to get through. In this conversation, you'll hear: Why she chose to open up about the dark parts of her life in her new memoir The healthier new way Melissa is approaching relationships When 'blowing up your life' is the right call How taking a path to healing is a choice How she defeated self-doubt in becoming a judge of Masterchef And much more. Content Warning: this episode contains discussions of sexual assault. For support, please contact 1800respect Check out Melissa's memoir Guts For tickets to Story Club and Osher's new book So What, Now What? head hereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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How Brisbane Made Sylvia Jeffreys Who She Is
It's no surprise that our the experiences of our early lives form us: from our work ethic, to our worldview, even our approach to raising children. But what can be surprising, on reflection, is just how much our environment and shape those experiences themselves - as was the case for Sylvia Jeffreys when she first started her career in Brisbane. Search for Sylvia in the Better Than Yesterday feed for the full chat. Check out Sylvia's podcast 'The Pay Off' For tickets to Story Club, and for Osher's latest book So What, Now What? head here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Shelley Craft's Surprising Secrets to Success
Without a doubt, Shelley Craft remains one of the most loved personalities on our TV screens - just as she has been for three decades. From Saturday Disney, to The Great Outdoors, Funniest Home Videos and the powerhouse that is The Block. How did she turn a work experience stint into a career?How did she deal with being in the public eye, and the many ups and downs of the industry?What are the practices and principles that keep her able to show up so authentically that we think we all know her? What we hear from Shelley aren't the usual success secrets: Instead, it's all about how she relates to herself, the work, and those around her. And it applies just as much to our every day lives as it does to being on telly. To hear more from Shelley, check out her podcast The Aging Project and The Official Block Podcast For tickets to Story Club, copies of So What, Now What? and to get in touch with Osher, head hereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
With every new day comes the opportunity to grow. Hosted by Osher Günsberg - a best-selling author, podcaster, TV host, husband, dad, stepdad, electric mobility enthusiast and part-time climate worrier. This podcast is here to help make today better than yesterday. Since 2013, the show has set out to improve life for you and the people you love. Sometimes it’s authentic conversations. Sometimes we’ll unpack the news or hear how Osher deals with life as a sober person with a different brain. But you’ll always hear something you need to hear (and laugh while you do). Listen to feel less alone, build better habits and discover some solution-based approaches for when life gets tricky.