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Helping you figure out all the big stuff in life: relationships, health, money, work and the world. Let's talk! With trusted experts and your stories, Life Matters is all about what matters to you.

Airs Monday to Friday 9am and repeated at 7pm.

If you would like to contribute to talkback while we're on air between 9am and 10am, call or text 

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What does it mean to commit to a "no money" lifestyle in 2025?

Ten years ago, Jo Nemeth quit her job and closed her bank account. Today, she's more committed than ever to her money-less life.

Published: with Tegan Taylor

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Duration: 54 minutes 36 seconds

Is sexual harassment in schools getting worse?

Sarah knew something was wrong after her daughter's first day at a new high school. After some gentle questions, her daughter revealed a boy in her class had made disturbing and violent sexual comments to her.

Published: with Tegan Taylor

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Duration: 54 minutes 34 seconds

Is the "Let Them" theory useful? And sharing tough news with your partner

The "just let them" philosophy, popularised by motivational speaker Mel Robbins, has gone viral. So when might it help us let go of situations we can't control? And, is there ever the right time to share difficult health news with your partner? 

Published: with Beverley Wang

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Duration: 52 minutes 38 seconds

Do boycotts work? and how to spot early signs of coercive control

Earlier this week, the federal government reached a landmark funding arrangement on education. Will this make schools fairer? And how can you stay safe on holidays when you're busy having a good time?

Published: with Tegan Taylor

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Duration: 54 minutes 33 seconds

Sharing finances with your spouse and how to raise good men

Hear one couple's story about shared finances, Thomas Mayo reflects on how to raise good men in reaction to the hit show Adolescence, and why separated parents say the school system struggles to accommodate different family structures.

Published: with Tegan Taylor

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Duration: 54 minutes 34 seconds

Why do younger people with disabilities still end up in nursing homes?

At 59 years old, Susan McDonald was one of the hundreds of people under 65 living in residential aged care just because of her disability.

Published: with Tegan Taylor

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Duration: 54 minutes 33 seconds

Are rental blacklists being misused? and how fantasy sports are taking off in Australia

Have you ever found yourself on a rental blacklist? There are databases across the country that real estate agents and landlords can check before approving a new tenant, so how does it work and what do you do if you find yourself on one?

Published: with Tegan Taylor

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Duration: 53 minutes 58 seconds

Big conversations with friends and dealing with teenage romance

Friends are there to help you when the going gets tough but what do you do when your friendship is the cause of your pain? And what happens when you and your spouse have different perspectives on your teenager's love life?

Published: with Beverley Wang

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Duration: 53 minutes 19 seconds

Conversations with kids about safety and who cares for the carer?

One mother's fight for her adopted son's Australian citizenship, how to create a safe space for kids to talk about safety and where does Ozempic fit in the body positivity movement? 

Published: with Tegan Taylor

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Bravery in all its forms and when is public shaming ok?

One woman's courageous actions that saved the life of a police officer. Why electricity bills are set to rise and how to opt out of the grid.

Published: with Tegan Taylor

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Duration: 54 minutes 33 seconds

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