All In The Mind is ABC RN's weekly podcast looking into the mental universe, the mind, brain and behaviour — everything from addiction to artificial intelligence.
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ABC KIDS Listen Podcasts
Politics, arts and culture from a range of Indigenous perspectives.
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Every Friday, join Ruby for News Time as she counts down the week’s most interesting news stories for kids. From amazing animals to special events, the natural world to outer space, News Time is made especially for children to help them understand the world around them.
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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.
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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.
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Conversations draws you deeper into the life story of someone you may have heard about, but never met. Journey into their world, joining them on epic adventures to unfamiliar places, back in time to wild moments of history, and into their deepest memories, to be moved by personal stories of resilience and redemption. Hosted by Richard Fidler and Sarah Kanowski, Conversations is the ABC's most popular long-form interview program. Every day we explore the vast tapestry of human experience, wea ...
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In-depth conversations with the world's top directors, performers and writers for the stage.
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Covering the health stories that make a difference. Dr Norman Swan and Dr Preeya Alexander dissect the latest and breaking news in the medical world.
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Monstrous meat-eaters, humble herbivores and stealthy scavengers meet in the Dino Dome for the greatest race of all time. But there’s a catch: the landscape is never the same! From deserts and volcanoes to the deep sea and suburban streets… anything goes in the Dino Dome! Cheer on your favourite prehistoric predators while learning about their strengths, weaknesses and quirks in an action-packed Mesozoic mash-up of science fact and fiction.
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Radio National Breakfast daily stories separated for easy listening. Radio National Breakfast is Australia's only daily national radio current affairs program, synonymous with agenda-setting news coverage, breaking news and a place where you will hear the most significant stories impacting the lives of all Australians wherever they live. It is a pre-eminent thought leader in Australia.
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Discover the secrets of the natural world as Costa's magic compost creates enormous adventure wonderlands.
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Imagine This is a science podcast for the young and curious. Have you ever wondered how bees make honey? Or how do fish breathe underwater? Or, very importantly, where your poo goes when you flush it down the toilet? Imagine This is a series of puzzling science questions from inquisitive young minds. Our host, Dr Niraj Lal, chats to kids and Australia's leading academics, taking you on imaginative adventures to learn about the world around us and find the answers together. This podcast is su ...
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A fast-paced fun-filled ethics podcast for kids and their parents that asks those curly questions. From banning lollies to trusting robots, and from colonising other planets to eating pets, Short & Curly covers it all.
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Treat little ears to musical soundscapes and classical compositions with Classic Kids, and start your mini musicians on a lifetime of classical music. In this immersive introduction to music, children will learn about instrument sounds, develop their musical vocabulary, and explore the importance of listening. Classic Kids is an ABC KIDS listen and ABC Classic co-production. It was produced in collaboration with the Sydney Opera House Children's and Creative Learning program.
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China Myth Podcast is a self-produced immersion experience of my journey through the fascinating and misunderstood dilemmas of Chinese business culture - a reaction, a behavior, even a suggestion - and asks whether I could have achieved a better outcome with a different attitude, mindset, and approach. Because sometimes, learning how to listen is a lost art of communication.
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Soundwalks paint rich, audio landscapes for children to explore, with different guided relaxations. From working through big feelings and letting go of stress, to finding joy or getting ready for the day, Soundwalks uses the soothing sounds of Australian nature to help kids connect with the present, and themselves.
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Being a parent is tough. Social media is bombarding us with opinions — on our kids screen time, on their education, on their friendships, on their behaviour — and somehow, we are always doing it wrong! Don’t you just wish you could turn it all off and listen to some good old-fashion, sensible advice? Parental As Anything is the podcast that gives you practical, supportive, advice from two real-world parenting experts. Beloved Australian parenting author and educator Maggie Dent and teen-pare ...
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Australian nature is full of strange, surprising and sometimes silly sounds. From cicadas that sound like sprinklers to moaning mutton birds, there are heaps of weird noises to discover. Join host and nature lover, Ann, as we use our ears to listen to the different sounds that Australian nature makes. Along the way we’ll find out some fun facts and train little ears to listen to the chorus of calls that make up the natural world around us.
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Australia is full of diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Nations. From the Bunuba to the Wiradjuri, the island clans of Zenadth Kes to the palawa people, every mob has its own language and unique culture. Each episode of Little Yarns will visit a different Nation; to listen to the sounds of Country, share some language and... have a little yarn! Listen to the waves on saltwater Country and sing songs in Gumbaynggirr, play by the river on Yorta Yorta woka, and hear stories passed down ...
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Violence. Substance abuse. Cheating to win. Welcome to Australian kids television in the 90s! Join Monkey Boy, Swinny & Mike for The Ferals Podcast – an in-depth look at the Australian cult-classic children’s TV show The Ferals. Aired between ’94 and ‘95 on the Australian Broadcasting Network (ABC), the show has since fallen into obscurity – and it’s up to us to bring it back out of the mothballs, dammit! Listen in utter amazement as we breakdown the exploits of Rattus P. Rattus, Modigliana, ...
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On a scratchy recording made in a Melbourne hotel room above a casino, a man admits to committing murder. But as journalist Alicia Bridges investigates the man on the tape known as Mr Big, she finds herself in a world of lies and subterfuge, where very few things are as they seem. The recording leads her deep inside an international controversy, to a world of secrets that powerful institutions don't want revealed. Previous seasons of Unravel have covered everything from love scams to Neo-Naz ...
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In the quiet Australian country town of Mackaroy, something really strange is happening. The School's principal has disappeared, the whole town's internet keeps crashing every night, and people are being watched. Someone, or something, is keeping tabs on everyone who lives there, and best friends Tang and Mitch are on the case. The 14-year-olds have an online show investigating conspiracies, but what they don't realise is that someone really doesn't want them to find out the truth. This will ...
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Usually when we talk about suicide we say those four magic words: "just ask for help". But Honor Eastly knows it's not that simple. She's been there and back, and now has years of phone recordings and diary entries, from the inside. These recordings form the basis of this podcast, No Feeling Is Final. This is a show for anyone who's ever wondered if life is worth living. And for anyone trying to better understand their friend, partner or kid, who's wrestled with these feelings themselves. At ...
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Join Ms. Amber the early childhood expert talking about all things related to the early years! From picking the right preschool, potty training, marriage you name it we are going to talk about it. "Top podcasts for new moms of infants?" "Educational podcasts for toddlers?" "Podcasts for childcare center owners – recommendations?" "Parenting tips podcasts for the early years?" "Engaging podcasts for parents of 2-year-olds?" "Must-listen parenting podcasts for preschoolers?" "Early childhood e ...
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Check 1, 2! Wrap your ears around this monthly dose of awesome live music. Recorded exclusively by triple j, it stars the latest and greatest acts playing some of Australia's finest venues.
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Leah Purcell's meteoric rise, from the Murgon meatworks to centre stage
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52:30Leah Purcell grew up in a small town caring for her mum Florence. Her options after graduation were nursing or working at the meatworks. But after a push from her meatworks boss, Leah defied her own expectations for herself (R) Leah is now an acclaimed actor, playwright, and stage and film director. She grew up in the Queensland country town of Mur…
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Should children's books include an age recommendation?
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12:44Movies and video games have age ratings that help you know if they're suitable for your child. But what about books? They don't typically come with ratings - so how are we supposed to know what's actually in these books before our kids dive in? Should they come with content guidance too?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Is it ethical to support a friend no matter what?
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12:39During Erin Patterson's two-month murder trial, one person stood by her in court. That friend later revealed she'd been treated "badly" because of her continued support. So, what are the ethics of supporting a friend? Should you stand by a mate no matter what?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Could explicit teaching help your kids in class?
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26:02Over the last few years a new way of teaching has emerged in Australian classrooms, yet many of the techniques sound old. It's called explicit instruction, and it's taking over Australian classrooms. What is it and what does it mean for your kids? Guests: Steve Capp, Principal of Chelsea Heights Primary School Jane Hunter, Associate Professor of Te…
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A new teaching method that's old-school, and what are the limits to supporting a friend?
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55:05What is explicit instruction and why are so many Australian schools embracing this? Plus, is it ethical to support a friend in any circumstance? And, should books come with age content guidance?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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From the remote Northern Territory town of Nhulunbuy to the playhouses of London and New York, Suzie Miller has brought Australian stories to the world. The lawyer-turned-playwright rose to international prominence with her 2019 play Prima Facie, which continues to be performed in Australia after winning Tony and Olivier awards abroad. Today, the f…
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Changing Australia: Heidi Tait and tackling marine debris at its source
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8:52The amount of waste ending up in our shorelines and oceans is now a global concern, with devastating impacts on marine life and ecosystems. But what if we could stop some of it at the source? It's been more than 20 years now since Heidi Tait had this epiphany and set up Tangaroa Blue Foundation. It is finding new ways to track and stop waste before…
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Childcare leaders take a firm stand on child safety at roundtable talks in Queensland
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7:39As Federal and state governments look at solutions to ensure children are safe in daycare, a roundtable has been held in Queensland. The move follows the shocking allegations of dozens of child abuse offences at childcare centres in Victoria last week. Childcare worker Joshua Dale Brown has been charged with more than 70 offences. Guest: Dr Ros Bax…
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What Trump's pharmaceuticals tariff threat could mean for Australia
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7:50Uncertainty continues to swirl around the threat made by US President Donald Trump to hit pharmaceutical imports into the United States with a 200 per cent tariff. Guest: Elizabeth de Somer, CEO, Medicines Australia Producer: Lexie JeuniewicBy Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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UNESCO set to review Great Barrier Reef management
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5:17UNESCO's World Heritage Committee has reportedly decided to undertake a full review of Australia's Great Barrier Reef management in 2026. The development follows this year's sixth mass coral bleaching event in just nine years. Guest: Tanya Murphy, Great Barrier Reef Community Campaigner, the Australian Marine Conservation Society (AMCS)…
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Japan reacts to Trump's new tariff rate announcement
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7:38US President Donald Trump confirmed earlier in the week that US allies — like Japan and South Korea — will face 25 per cent tariffs from next month. In response, Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said the latest tariff announcement was "truly regrettable". Guest: Shiro Armstrong, Director of the East Asian Bureau of Economic Research at the Au…
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Post office operators say a major breakthrough to keep banking services accessible in small towns is moving too slowly, months after it was announced by the federal government. Bank@Post services have been flagged as a solution to address regional bank closures across the country. But post office licensees are concerned the current model isn't viab…
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Donald Trump blindsides more nations with tariff letters
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6:51US President Donald Trump has sent out tariff letters to seven small U.S. trading partners with a pledge to announce even more import taxes on other countries later today. None of the countries targeted in the letters which includes the Philippines, Moldova, Libya and Sri Lanka is a major industrial rival to the United States. The latest letters ad…
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US President approves more weapons supplies to Ukraine
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9:36Russia has launched its largest air attack of the war in Ukraine in the past 24 hours with Ukraine's air force claiming 728 drones and 13 missiles have been launched in that period. It comes as US President Donald Trump says he will consider sending more air defence systems to Ukraine. Guest: Oleksandra Ustinova, Chair of the Ukraine Parliament's S…
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Human rights lawyers denounce proposal to place Gaza's population into large-scale camp
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6:41Human rights groups and lawyers have denounced an Israeli proposal to place Gaza's population into large scale camps, built on top of the ruins of Rafah. Defence Minister Israel Katz said earlier this week that he'd instructed the military to plan a 'humanitarian city' that would initially take 600,000 Palestinians after security screening — but ev…
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New racer Ichthyosaurus takes on veteran Titanoboa in the first round of the Dino Dome Knockout! Will the swimmer or the slitherer win in a race through an underwater city? Download the tournament poster on the Dino Dome website. There are also dino printables to cut out and move across the board as your favourite racers progress through the compet…
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Bundjalung man, Jack Manning Bancroft's scholarship to a prestigious Sydney University college showed him a rarefied world that shocked him, and he used his childhood grit to channel his energy into a world-changing project. Jack's mother is Bundjalung artist, Bronwyn Bancroft. Growing up in inner-Sydney, he was intimidated by her artistic drive an…
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Families who develop their own lingo, and why Gen Z is saying no to sex
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55:04Many families adopt their own made-up words or odd phrases - it's known as a familect. Plus, there's less stigma around sex nowadays. So why are many young people opting for celibacy? And, if you've been dismissed when you're reaching out for help...all because of the size of your body, you already know the impact of weight stigma.…
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It's a huge paradox - now, more than ever, hook-ups are more socially accepted and more available. Finding a fling is literally like ordering a cab. Pick up your phone, swipe a few times, and you can have someone at your door within the hour. So, with sex on tap, why are so many young people saying "no"?…
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What is weight stigma and who is it hurting?
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8:29Health professionals are pushing back on the idea that you can tell whether someone is healthy just by looking at them. So what is weight stigma, and how is it preventing people from getting the medical help they need?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Does your family use made-up words, quirky phrases, or in-jokes no one else would understand? Linguists call it familect. Not only does it guarantee some laughs around the dinner table, it plays a unique role in building connection and a sense of belonging.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Australia's astronomers set their sights on the next decade
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6:26Astronomy in Australia is at a crossroads, with the government yet to commit future funding to a major international telescope agreement. As part of a 10-year astronomy plan launched in Adelaide today, the Australian Academy of Science says full membership of the European Southern Observatory group should be a key priority. But it's not without a p…
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Lifestyle Communities appeals exit fee ruling
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6:51Land lease operator Lifestyle Communities has announced it will appeal a landmark legal victory by residents who accused the company of charging hefty exit fees, as well as continuing to charge fees after residents died. The victory was handed to more than 80 residents of a retirement community in Wollert, in Melbourne's outer north. Guest: Sam Hoo…
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Changing Australia: Claire Smith and saving Aussie wildlife
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10:24If you've driven on country roads, you know that gut-wrenching feeling when you've seen the latest road kill or a kangaroo or wombat experiencing a near-miss. But what happens to wildlife when they do survive a hit? Claire Smith can tell you — after first setting up Queensland's first volunteer run 24-hour wildlife rescue service in 2012, she took …
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A warning to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander listeners that this story will mention the name of an Indigenous person who has died.. Throughout the Northern Territory Coroner's inquest into the fatal police shooting of Kumanjayi Walker, the Yuendumu community has been running a campaign to get police guns out of their community. But is it poss…
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The fall-out from the Reserve Bank's decision to keep interest rates on hold at 3.85 per cent continues this morning. The decision from the RBA Board — which was not unanimous --comes as the bank says uncertainty in the world economy remains elevated. And in developments overnight, Donald Trump says he'll soon announce tariffs on imported pharmaceu…
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NT Police pledge to stamp out racism within force
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8:28A warning to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander listeners that this story mentions the name of an Indigenous person who has died, used with the permission of their family. The person in charge of cultural reform at Northern Territory Police Leanne Liddle says the difficult process to restore trust in the police force begins now. This is in the w…
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Economic modeller Warwick McKibbin gives his take on Trump's 'Liberation Day' tariffs
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7:35World leaders are considering their responses to a series of letters sent by US president Donald Trump announcing his next round of tariffs targeting countries as far a field as Japan, Kazakhstan and Serbia. In the latest development, Mr Trump has announced a 50 per cent tariff on copper imports. Guest: Warwick McKibbin, former Board member of the …
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AI imposter contacts foreign politicians as 'US Secretary of State'
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5:00An impostor has used artificial intelligence to pose as U-S Secretary of State Marco Rubio and make contact with foreign officials.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Regional towns continuing to lose bank branches
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5:39Five regional towns across Queensland, Victoria and Tasmania will soon be left without a single brick and mortar bank after Bendigo Bank announced the closure of several regional branches, citing changing customer preferences. The announcement comes just months after the federal government struck a deal with the big four banks to keep their regiona…
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