Best Help Were Outnumbered Podcasts (2026)

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The uncomfortable truth of the 'class ceiling' at work 13:23

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Australia prides itself on the idea of a fair go. However new research from Diversity Council Australia shows that social class influences who gets ahead at work - and who hits a ‘class ceiling’. Early findings from the Class Inclusion at Work report reveal that only 44% of class-marginalised workers were offered career development opportunities in…

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Experts fear AI is replacing work done by interns and grads 11:02

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Netflix has used artificial intelligence in one of its TV shows for the first time, with visual effects for series El Eternauta completed in one tenth the usual time. But experts say this efficiency isn't always for the best - with companies outsourcing basic tasks, it limits the need for interns and graduate employees.…

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Why are young workers still so widely exploited? 13:38

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Almost half of Australia's young workers aged 15 to 30 have been pressured into unpaid overtime, and a third aren't paid superannuation. With so much publicity around dodgy workplace practices - why is exploitation still so prevalent?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Why we're being targetted by the "Gen Z stare" 6:27

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When you were a kid, your parents probably told you "don't stare, it's rude!" But, if you've been on social media the last couple of weeks ... it seems that life lesson might be getting left behind. There's a viral video trend dubbed the "Gen Z stare"... older people say they make a comment or a request to someone under 25 years old and they're jus…

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My Two Cents: Alan Kohler 8:12

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In My Two Cents, we're asking those questions you'd rather not answer about money. What can we learn from how ABC finance guru Alan Kohler manages his money?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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The emotions, memories and secrets hidden in your wardrobe 40:13

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Our wardrobes hold emotion, memory, and even a little rebellion, so how can you use your clothes to better inhabit who you are and who you want to be?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Ask Aunty: staff kitchen etiquette breach 11:56

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Most offices have an unspoken etiquette around how to eat in the shared spaces, but what happens when a colleague grossly misinterprets those rules?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Are antidepressants overprescribed in Australia? 21:00

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With one in seven Australians taking antidepressants, one researcher says they're one of the most commonly overprescribed drugs.So, what does a perfect care model look like? And why are so many us us anxious or depressed?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Getting an ADHD diagnosis is about be simplified. But will it be easier? 21:00

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Getting an ADHD diagnosis can totally depend on where you live and how much you can afford. For many people, that means long waits and big bills. But this year, NSW shook things up. So what does this mean if you’ve been stuck in ADHD limbo?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Supporting your neurodivergent kids 10:00

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Sarah Hayden is a mum of five, including two neurodivergent daughters and has supported many families navigating ADHD and autism. At 48, she discovered she had ADHD herself, a revelation she describes as "cathartic," and now shares her family's experience in her book Parenting Different.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Should you pay to access national parks? 25:07

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Camping in NSW national parks could soon cost more under a major proposal to standardise fees across the state. Supporters say it will improve facilities and reduce no-shows, but others fear it will make nature less accessible. For the first time, many basic and remote sites could carry a price tag. The changes raise bigger questions about how we v…

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Outnumbered by elephant seals and king penguins: my weirdest day at work 11:00

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In a land where the animals are in charge, a marine ecologist has stories of cross-species camaraderie and weather turning deadly for the latest in our series on your weirdest day at work.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Why are we obsessed with big things? 13:59

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Long family road trips in Australia offer some big reasons to pull over. The Big Banana at Coffs Harbour, the Big Merino in Goulburn, and the Big Lobster in South Australia are just a few of the country's many giant landmarks. Now there's talk of building a giant pear in Shepparton, Victoria. So, what's the deal with Australia's obsession with Big …

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You reach your mental peak at around 60 years of age. Here's why 17:00

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"Your school years are your best years." "Life begins at 40."According to researchers, what we're told about age isn't exactly correct.Contrary to common belief, your mental peak happens between 55 and 60 years of age.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Why women are joining the We Do Not Care Club 17:00

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Chin hairs, smiling and making others happy. These are just some of the things the worldwide We Do Not Care Club have struck off their list. The club started when Melanie Sanders, a US social media influencer, posted a video online listing things she used to care about but no longer does. So, why does the movement appeal to so many women?…

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The Good Retirement: Seeing the world 17:00

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Years, decades even, before we retire, we start to dream of travel. Sights never seen, places never been...the world is a retiree's oyster. In this fourth episode of the Good Retirement Series we talk seeing the world, whether it's your own backyard or the far-flung ends of the earth, and look at the practicalities of travelling in retirement.…

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The anti-ageing race 13:00

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Billionaires have entered the space race, and now they're funding a different kind of race—one against time itself. Currently, a $101 million prize is on the table for the entrepreneur who can create an elixir of youth. So, as billionaires line up at the fountain of youth. How are those without a billion dollars in the bank trying to cash in on thi…

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Snap this! How photography can change lives 9:00

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Do you love taking photos? Well, it's doing more for you than you might think. Whether it’s snapping your dog, the sky at sunset, or your grandkids pulling faces, photography helps us slow down and really see the moment. It gets us out of the house, sparks conversations, and reminds us that our lives are full of small, beautiful things. So think ab…

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My Two Cents: Dr Karl 0:42

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We're asking your favourite Australians about their relationship with money in our new series 'My Two Cents'. He's got all the answers to your science questions, but what does he know about managing money? Hear Dr Karl's my two cents.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Surprising research on what's seen as "older" in the workplace 27:00

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A new report by the Australian Human Rights Commission and the Australian Human Resources Institute found almost one quarter of HR professionals now classify workers aged 51 to 55 as "older". Two years ago, only 10 per cent of recruiters took that view. So, what does it mean to be an "older" person in the workplace?…

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A psychologist's deep dive into Mel Robbins' 'Let Them Theory' 39:33

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Made famous by American author and podcast host Mel Robbins, the viral self-help mantra 'just let them' is about letting go in situations you can't control. But is there any substance behind the phrase?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Ask Aunty: When your new date comes with a warning label 11:36

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When dating someone new, it can feel wonderful to get swept up in feelings of lust and delight. So, what happens when you get a warning to tread a little more carefully?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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What can we learn from extreme sports enthusiasts? 6:44

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While lots of us will be spending the holidays horizontal for days on end, a brave subset of Aussies use their time off to enjoy extreme sports - skiing, paragliding, rock-climbing. So, why do some people love the thrill of extreme sports like sky diving and free climbing, while others shy away from roller-coasters?…

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What's holding back women’s sport in Australia? 14:08

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Despite progress, women’s sport still battles for visibility. Experts say issues like low pay, poor scheduling, and weak infrastructure are stalling professionalisation, with ripple effects felt all the way down to community sport.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Women bodybuilding and the growing use of illegal steroids 17:55

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According to a recent study, women in bodybuilding are four times as likely to use anabolic steroids -- which help your body build muscle -- than average, with one in seven using these drugs. They're illegal... but they're also unregulated, and very often miss-labelled.. meaning it's unclear what you're putting into your body.…

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Running a half-marathon when you can't see the road ahead 11:28

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Running a marathon, a half-marathon, even a 5K, is no small thing. The training, the early mornings, the commitment can take a lot out of you. Now, imagine doing it without being able to see. For blind and vision-impaired runners, it's a whole different level of difficult. But a Sydney running club is making it possible - pairing vision-impaired ru…

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The psychology behind "us versus them" thinking 9:25

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Riots, murders, and politically-motivated terrorism. No matter what side of politics you sit on ... or even if you consider yourself pretty removed from politics ... it's obvious there is a deepening divide right now. It's called "us versus them" thinking.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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The wild world of Australian conspiracy theories 10:33

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Conspiratorial thinking has spread through the megaphone of the internet, and Australians aren't immune. Now it's the subject of a new book, Conspiracy Nation: exposing the dangerous world of Australian conspiracy theories, which takes readers to the places where home-grown conspiracy theories spread.…

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Inside the "toxic" tradwife subculture 15:00

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From homeschooling to homesteading, groups of women are eschewing moden life to take up the "traditional" roles of 1950s-era wives and mothers.And while many of us yearn for simplicity, an expert warns against the dark side of the tradwife subculture.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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How do you help a loved one drawn to extremist groups online? 17:35

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According to the Australian Federal Police, children as young as 12 are being radicalised by extremist groups online. And now terrified families say there's nowhere to turn.So, what does early intervention look like? And where can families find help?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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The truth behind family secrets 16:22

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Two of the world's top models, Gigi and Bella Hadid, confirmed their family had been keeping a secret. The sisters revealed they have a younger half-sibling, after their father had a relationship with another woman more than 20 years ago. Meanwhile, actress Mariska Hargitay also recently shared a family secret she'd been keeping for decades - the m…

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How pandemic drinking almost destroyed a marriage 22:11

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COVID lockdowns changed many people's relationship with alcohol. For journalist Kate Halfpenny and her husband Chris Ogge, a decision to leave the city during the pandemic gave them extra space... but also stirred up something else. Chris's drinking, already a quiet presence in their life, began to take over ... and suddenly, what was supposed to b…

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Why one woman became a "reproductive refugee" to achieve her dream of parenthood 13:40

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There are around 20,000 babies born in Australia and New Zealand each year, conceived through assisted reproductive technology. But not everyone has equal access to IVF. One West Australian woman says she was forced to become a "reproductive refugee" and cross the country to access the medical care she needed to become a mum.…

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Expanding your idea of home 39:28

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Home can be a place of comfort and sanctuary. It can also be where stress lives or where you don’t quite feel seen. Are there ways to think through the contradictory emotions home evokes to find a sense of calm?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Ask Aunty: Are your friends' kids kind of annoying? 12:05

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Everyone talks about how to keep the romance alive in relationships after you have kids. But what about keeping the friendship alive with your friends who have had kids when you haven't? And what happens if you find their kids particularly difficult to be around?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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My Two Cents: Matt Okine 6:39

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In our regular segment My Two Cents, we ask those questions you'd rather not answer about money. Comedian and former triple j breakfast host shares why sometimes it's ok to make money decisions with your heart, not your head.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Homebirths are on the rise in Australia 15:36

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Giving birth at home used to be fringe but it's gaining popularity. Since 2019, delivering a baby at home under the supervision of a birthing specialist have doubled across Australia. So what's driving women to choose a homebirth? And what needs to be done to make it more accessible?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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How has Australian fathering changed over the last century? 12:15

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When you think about your dad, what does he look like? Which kinds of memories does he feature in... and where's he absent? Fathering takes many forms, as diverse as the dads that span the country. Now a group of researchers have set out to document the history of "dad-ing" across the last century.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Do you regret sharing your kids online? 1:54

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If you're a millennial on the internet, you likely have a whole library of you own personal embarrassing digital history floating around out there. But when we post photos of our own kids, we're writing the first chapters of their digital history, and that's a lot of responsibility to get it right. What happens when you get it wrong?…

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What would it take for you to move to regional Australia? 16:42

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In a submission to the economic roundtable the federal government is hosting in August, Westpac says there's major productivity gains to be made if one million Australians moved out of the cities and into the regions. Would a mass influx of city slickers overwhelm regional towns? What planning and infrastructure would we need to enable this transit…

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Would more long weekends help your burnout? 10:19

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Australia is seeing unprecedented rates of burnout with many workers taking "sick days" to try and cope with the ongoing demands of work and life in the midst of a cost of living crisis. But could adding a single public holiday help tackle burnout?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Will AI replace the internship? 11:38

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Netflix has used artificial intelligence in one of its TV shows for the first time, with visual effects for series El Eternauta completed in one tenth the usual time. But experts say this efficiency isn't always for the best - with companies outsourcing basic tasks, it limits the need for interns and graduate employees.…

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Is now the time to start a new hobby? 12:18

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Wake up, work, chores, sleep and repeat. Life’s grind can leave you burnt out and craving balance.But what if the secret to feeling better is adding more? How getting a hobby can make your life better.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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What would it take for you to ditch streaming services? 12:00

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Would you give up the convenience of having the world's music, movies and television shows at your finger tips, if it meant paying artists fairly? Outrage this year over former Spotify CEO Daniel Ek's perceived ethical failings has led to a number of high profile artists ditching the platform, but is temporary outrage enough to turn people off stre…

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Is it ethical to visit a massacre site? 9:00

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Chernobyl, Auschwitz, the Killing Fields, and most recently, Leongatha in Victoria.Now, the Jonestown cult site is opening as a tourist attraction and survivors have voiced their concern. It begs the question - is it ethically dubious to visit these tragic sites? And is it possible to visit in a respectful way?…

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What's behind the rise of 'dupe' culture? 9:10

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A while back, if you asked someone whether they'd buy a counterfeit item, or a cheap knock-off, it'd be rare to get an admission. But nowadays, many people are proud to show off their big brand 'dupes' - that's short for duplicates. From fashion to tech, #dupes is an online trend... while shoppers at big chain stores are also embracing dupes of bag…

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Can fast fashion ever be "sustainable"? 18:29

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Earlier this year fast fashion retailer Princess Polly received a coveted tick of approval in the sustainability world: B Corp certification. But people are fired up that the brand is now listed as a sustainable company. So can fast fashion be socially and environmentally responsible?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Are modular homes the solution to Australia's housing crisis? 11:46

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Australia's housing crisis is getting worse. New homes aren't being built fast enough and supply is near its lowest in a decade. Earlier this year the National Housing Supply and Affordability Council reported just 177,000 homes were built last year, falling short of the 223,000 expected. That makes the federal government's target of 1.2 million ne…

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Is your relationship built to withstand a home renovation? 21:30

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If you've ever renovated a home you'll know it can be fraught with unexpected issues, costs and not to mention the strain it can put on your relationship. You'll hear from two experts on how to survive a home renovation.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Getting downsizing right - good for you and the country 18:02

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We all want the housing crisis to end, but are you willing to sacrifice your house if it could help others live the dream you had? The downsides to downsizing might include leaving your friends, your GP and the neighbourhood you love. So how can we make it easier for Australians to downsize, and what impact would it have on the housing crisis?…