Nightlife with Tony Delroy
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Ancestries of the Rich and Famous - 17/05/2013
Baz Lurhmann's eagerly anticipated take on the roaring 20's, 'The Great Gatsby' has finally hit the screen at Cannes. Tonight, we're taking a Gatsby themed look at Ancestry to celebrate.
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The Healthy Eating Wars - 15/05/2013
Over 60 percent of Australian adults and more than a quarter of children are now overweight or obese. Experts are saying that our ballooning waistlines are one of the major factors contributing to the chronic ill health. Insufficient physical activity, poor diet, tobacco and alcohol all play their part. We know there's a problem but, what's the solution.
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Budget night on Nightlife - 14/05/2013
Tonight, Treasurer Wayne Swan handed down his sixth budget. He's labelled it as a budget that makes Australia "stronger, smarter and fairer", but what does it mean for you?
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Managing anger - 13/05/2013
Are you angry? Do you feel your blood about to boil and burst out of you in an explosion of indignation, exasperation or good old fashioned rage? If this sounds like you then tonight's Nightlife is just what the therapists ordered.
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An ode to birdsong - 10/05/2013
It's easy to be awed by the sublime beauty of birdsong. But, we're only just beginning to release how powerful the sound can be with one group of researchers even finding it has could have an ability to help us concentrate.
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Motortorque with Will Hagon - 09/05/2013
It's that time on the Nightlife to talk all things with engines. Motoring guru Will Hagon is in the studio and he's come loaded with all the info on the latest new vehicle releases. He's also got some motorsport news as well as a tribute to the legacy of rally navigation great Dieter Gocentas who the motoring family lost recently.
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Literary Event with Katie Fforde - 08/05/2013
If you're a fan of romance, you'll fall in love with tonight's Literary Event.
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The estate, the will and the blended familiy - 07/05/2013
Anyone who's watched a family fighting over the will of a deceased relative knows that it isn't pretty. When you add second marriages and children to multiple partners into the mix it become even more complicated and emotional.
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Talking about death and dying - 06/05/2013
Death. For something so common many of us try pretty hard to ignore the fact that it even exists. But, the kind of death many of us are likley to experience is changing. So, how do we make sure that we leave this world in the manner we would like?
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A big birthday for Australian coins - 03/05/2013
This year is the 200th birthday of Australia's first legal tender coins and we're celebrating with coin expert Joe Dettling from Wynyard Coins. Joe will explain exactly what a a 'holey dollar' and a 'dump' is and why, if you've got one, you should be keeping it in a very safe place. He'll also give his expert opinion on some of the rare coins you might have at home.
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Get out of your style rut - 02/05/2013
Do you stare into your wardrobe every morning and lament that despite the plethora of garments arrayed before you, you simply have nothing to wear? Well, Tonight's nightlife is just for you.
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Philanthropy and the little guys - 01/05/2013
There are a host of community organisations across Australia working to help people in need. They do a lot of great work but when it comes to financial support the philanthropy dollar often goes straight to the top end of the charitable town.
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As good as gold? - 30/04/2013
It was only a year ago that gold was glinting like a shining light over the investment landscape. The precious metal was a safe haven amid the turmoil that was European Debt Crisis. But, in early April it all ended when the price of gold had its biggest one day fall in 30 years.
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Conflicts and how to resolve them - 29/04/2013
Conflict is a part of life but constant conflict can be a serious source of stress on any relationhip.
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Get a dog and avoid the doctor - 26/04/2013
Anyone with a dog, a cat, a bird or a skink understands that pets can be great companions. But, did you know they're also great at keeping the doctor at bay.
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Motortorque with Will Hagon - 25/04/2013
Will Hagon is in the Nightlife studio tonight to talk all things motoring including how to make our roads safer. Last week we had a panel of road safety experts in the studio to discuss what we need to do to stop people dying on our roads and this week it's Will's turn to offer a few suggestions.
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Literary Event with Catriona Rowntree - 24/04/2013
You probably know Catriona Rowntree as a reporter on a very popular television travel show. But, did you know her biggest break probably came in the form of an impromptu weather report on triple j? It was a big moment for the aspiring presenter.
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Investing in a low return world - 23/04/2013
Current predictions about returns on investments don't look particularly attractive. There seems to be growing acceptance among financial types that we're entering an era of low investment returns with one scenario actually saying you could lose money over the long term once inflation is taken into account.
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Putting off procrastination - 22/04/2013
How often do you start the day with a list of tasks to accomplish and end the day having ticked off exactly none of them? If they answer's 'very often' you probably a procrastinator.
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Putting Australia on a map - 19/04/2013
Mapping the continent of Australia was a daunting challenge for European settlers. Thanks to some of the early explorers we found out what was beyond the Blue Mountains and along our coastlines.
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The long, winding and safer road - 17/04/2013
Drink driving, speeding, fatigue, inexperience - they're all all causes of road crashes in Australia every year. So are the roads we drive on and the cars we drive.
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Rethinking your approach to inheritance - 16/04/2013
If you're a baby boomer child of parents approaching the end of their life, it's likely your in line for some sort of inheritance in the next decade or so. Many people talk about wanting their last cheque to bounce but, with increasing numbers of us living longer do we need to be thinking more carefully about what we do with the legacy our parents leave behind.
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Try a little self-compassion - 15/04/2013
A lot of us are harder on ourselves than anyone else is and we waste energy berating ourselves for being less than perfect. The solution? Try a little self compassion.
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Your (new) favourite robot - 12/04/2013
Never fear lonely hearts! Thanks to the latest gadget to come out of Japan you'll never have to spend a night by yourself again. A romantic robot might be able to look 'meaningfully' into your eyes but does it really love you?
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Motortorque with Will Hagon - 11/04/2013
Will Hagon has stepped into the Nightlife studio tonight which means it's time for Motortorque.
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The future of solar energy - 10/04/2013
Australia has the highest average solar radiation per square meter of anywhere in the world but, are we making the most out of it?
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What employers want - 09/04/2013
Of all of life's experiences the job interview would have to be up there among the less enjoyable ones. But, what are employers looking for when you walk though the door and how quickly do they make up their mind about you.
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Managing stress and anxiety - 08/04/2013
We all have stressful days from time to time and there are few of us who can say they've never had a sleepless night worrying about one think or another. But, when do stress and anxiety go from being normal to dominating our every thought and when should we reach out for help?
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When geeks go to war - 05/04/2013
Last week the online world endured what has been described as one of the biggest cyber-attacks in the history of the internet. Ironically it was an anti-spam organisation that was the target. While the attack took many back in time to 90's era download speeds the Nightlife's tech expert Paul Wallbank has labeled it as "a fight between geeks".
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Is Tasmania at a tipping point? - 03/04/2013
Lauded for its wild natural beauty, gourmet produce and the intriguing Museum of Old and New Art - Tasmania has emerged as one of the country's 'must visit' tourist destinations. But, Tasmania also has a dark side and as long as it continues to rank well below the average on the majority of socioeconomic indicators its future will remain uncertain.
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Watching a loved one disappear - 02/04/2013
What do you do when you notice that someone close to you is becoming increasingly forgetful? Do you immediately think something is wrong or do you just put it down to stress or old age?
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Centrelink help with Hank Jongen - 28/03/2013
There have been some big changes to recently to payments from Centrelink. Pensioners, single parent and people with disabilities have all been affected. And then, of course, there's the compensation for the carbon tax.
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Personal Finance with Scott Pape - 26/03/2013
There aren't many issues more divisive than government welfare. Most of us would probably agree that its purpose is lend a hand to the most needy. But, the idea of handouts to those of us that are already living reasonably comfortably is normally a bit for controversial.
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Diagnosing and Surviving Ovarian Cancer - 25/03/2013
It's known as the 'silent killer' and at present only 20% of the women diagnosed survive longer than 5 years.
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What was wrong with Federalia? - 23/03/2013
The Nightlife is coming from 666 ABC Canberra tonight and we're celebrating by digging up the history of how our nation's capital got it's name.
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The Future of Australian Cities - 21/03/2013
How do you plan for an Australian population that's expected to top 62 million within the next 100 years? In cities like Sydney, infrastructure is already groaning under the weight of population and the country's major city planning only makes room for and extra 5.5 million people. And there's also the challenges that will be thrown up by impending environmental change. It all sounds pretty scary so, what do we do?
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Breaking through the glass ceiling - 19/03/2013
When it comes to the business section of any major newspaper the view is pretty much the same whatever you're reading. Grey-haired, middle aged men in suits dominate the pages. It's not much of a leap to realise that most decision making roles are occupied by men. In fact, only 8.6 percent of executive director positions in Australia are held by women.
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Extending your use by date - 18/03/2013
Everyone approaches the retirement age differently. Some of us look forward to sitting back with a stack of good books and an umbrella garnished drink or four. Then there are others who've not only hit retirement age already; they've crashed straight through it and just kept on going.
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Collectables with Tom Thompson - 16/03/2013
On the Nightlife tonight we're taking a journey through the ages. Tom Thompson is in the studio with Tony and he's brought along a whole swag of collectables from the worlds of cricket, boxing and World War One.
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Motortorque with Will Hagon - 14/03/2013
Rev your engines and chill the champagne because tonight Will Hagon is joining the Nightlife live from Melbourne ahead of the F1 Grand Prix. It's the opening round of the World Championships and he's got all of the info on the drivers and the cars as well as a tale or two from the drive down.
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Literary Event with Merridy Eastman - 13/03/2013
Merridy Eastman's career hasn't been what most people would call, regular. The Australian author has worked as an actress and as host on Playschool. She's also worked as a receptionist in a brothel (a legal brothel, Merridy is careful to emphasise). Her time with the eclectic women who worked along side her led to her first book, 'There's a Bear in There'
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DIY financial planning with Susan Jackson - 12/03/2013
Getting your finances in order can seem like a formidable challenge especially when good advice isn't always easy to come by - or cheap.
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Telling lies with Dr Sarah Edelman - 11/03/2013
Can you spot a lie? What about spinning a fib yourself?
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It's a bird's life with Sean Dooley - 09/03/2013
Tonight on the Nighlife a special tweet for all you fans of our feathers friends. The editor of Birdlife Australia, Sean Dooley is joining Tony to talk all things avian. Whether you're a twicher, a birder or you just like feeding pigeons Sean and Tony will have something for you tonight.
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Ache, pains and sprains with Francine St George -...
Do you have terrible tennis elbow? What about a bad back or a dodgy knee? Well, you're in luck because joining Tony in the Nightlife studio is Francine St George. She's a sports scientist and physiotherapist and, to paraphrase Vanilla Ice, if you've got a problem, she might just solve it.
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Finance with Paul Clitheroe - 06/03/2013
Financial guru Paul Clitheroe is joining Tony in the Nightlife studio tonight. As usual, he's here to answer all you finance, stocks and to help you with all you day to day money matters.
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Caring for the Carer - 04/03/2013
When you're responsible for the care of a sick or injured relative sometimes it can easy to forget about looking after yourself as well. Petrea King is the CEO of the Quest for Life Foundation and she's is in on the Nightlife to talk about caring for carers. If you're one of the many who spends most of their time looking after someone else it's important to also remember take some time for yourself.
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Stargazing with Jonathan Nally - 01/03/2013
Tonight we look into the night sky with Jonathan Nally. If you saw the images of the meteor that crashed to Earth in Russia a couple of weeks ago you're probably wondering why there was no advance warning of its approach. Could it happen again? You'll also hear how you can help name two of Pluto's smallest moons.
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Motortorque with Will Hagon - 28/02/2013
Tonight our motoring expert Will Hagon previews the V8 Supercars Championship coming up in in Adelaide. Plus he reveals a car which will be the first in the world to have a bonnet air bag designed to reduce injuries to pedestrians.
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Nightlife on Organ Donation - 27/02/2013
Rates of organ donations in Australia are thankfully starting to climb and tonight we talk to Dr Jonathan Gillis, the National Medical Director of the Organ and Tissue Authority about this important issue. Plus Mark Colvin, presenter of the ABC's PM, is special guest to talk about his own wait for a kidney transplant.
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Superannuation with Daryl Dixon - 26/02/2013
Tonight our regular guest Daryl Dixon is talking about superanuation.Has the sharemarket finally got its mojo back and what does it mean for you. And where are interest rates headed.
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Literary Lunch with Barbara Arrowsmith Young - 25/02/2013
Tonight we feature the Literary Lunch with the fsacinating Barbara Arrowsmith Young. She identified and overcame her own learning disabilities and now runs the Arrowsmith school in Canada helping children who might otherwise be written off as having no hope of success.
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Domestic deva Shannon Lush - 22/02/2013
Tonight our regular expert on all things domestic cleaning Shannon Lush talks about all those messes that go along with babies. Shannon is author of books including Spotless and Stainless.Plus she answers a large number of varied problems from callers.
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Nightlife on Technical Matters - 21/02/2013
Tech expert Paul Wallbank tonight explores the exhorbitant prices we pay in Australia for software. Why and what can we do about it?
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Nightlife Literary Lunch-Kate Morton - 20/02/2013
Queenslander Kate Morton burst onto the literary scene with her 2006 novel The Shifting Fog, and has sold millions of books since. Tonight we hear about her upbringing on Tambourine Mountain and her latest novel, The Secret Keeper.
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Barefoot Investor Scott Pape - 19/02/2013
Tonight our financial expert Scott Pape looks at just how much we should be spending on life's big milestone expenses.
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Role of Change in Relationships - 18/02/2013
Tonight our regular guest Dr Stephanie Dowrick, author of Everyday Happiness and Choosing Kindness, talks about the role of change in relationships. Can we change our behaviour to help overcome problems.
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The Gadget Guy Peter Blasina - 15/02/2013
Our popular expert on all new things and gadgets Peter Blasina is back with more great information. Including new research on whether we dream in colour or not. Remembering all our passwords is a nightmare, Peter has the latest research on what makes a password unhackable.
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Motortorque with Will Hagon - 14/02/2013
As usual lots on motoring tonight with our ever popular Will Hagon. Donks, carburettors and whether or not you'll find a car that suits your budget and personality.Plus last weekends production cars racing at Mount Panorama, Bathurst.
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Literary lunch with Joy Chambers - 13/02/2013
An actress known in such shows as The Young Doctors and Neighbours, and also turned history writer Joy Chambers, talks about her latest book "The Great Deception". Joy is also the wife of famed TV Producer Reg Grundy. A literary lunch hosted by Channel 9's Brady Hall.
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Will and Estate Planning - 12/02/2013
Tonight Estate lawyer Philip McGowan a Director of De Groots talks about wills and estates. With divorces and new wives and children since your last will it makes planning more tricky.
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Nightlife on Tantric Sex - 11/02/2013
Tonight our sex therapist, Jacqueline Hellyer talks about tantric sex and what can we learn from other cultures about sex?
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Designer Dogs - 08/02/2013
Tonight our resident veterinarian Dr Kersti Seksel talks about designer or cross breed dogs, and the pros and cons of owning one. And why they are becoming popular pets.
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Australia's Crime Ancestry - 07/02/2013
Tonight our guests are Cassie Mercer, Editor of Inside History, and Michael Flynn an historian and author of The Second Fleet: Britian's Grim Convict Amarda of 1790. Tonight we talk about some of the crimes that were committed in the early days of the settlement.
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Science with Dr Karl - 06/02/2013
Tonight Dr Karl looks at the important question of how much ocean levels would drop if we took all the ships out of it. And also climate change.
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Buying Property - 05/02/2013
Tonight our guests are Patrick Bright from EPS Property Search and David Airey,former President of the Real Estate Institute of Western Australia and a Board Director of Real Estate Institute of Australia. We discuss the subject of buying property, particularly first home owners grants.
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Nightlife on Finances - 04/02/2013
Regular guest clinical psychologist Sarah Edelman talks about how we spend money. Looking at our money personalities and why some of us count every penny and others are racking up credit card debt.
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Antiques and Collectibles with Tom Thompson - 01/02/2013
Tonight Tom Thompson features the infamous Bodyline cricket series of 1932/33. We even talk to the daughter of English bowler Harold Larwood. Plus surfing magazines.
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Motortorque with Will Hagon - 31/01/2013
Its been a busy summer with Aussies doing well in Dakar Rally in Peru and with preparations underway for the Bathurst 12 hour. Will Hagon talks about those and has the final figures on industry sales for last year, and he'll tell us about the latest models he's tested.
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Literary lunch with Ian Rankin - 30/01/2013
We have a literary lunch with Ian Rankin, the creator of Inspector John Rebus, who has sold millions of books and spawned a TV series.
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Susan Jackson on Finances - 29/01/2013
Our regular finance expert Susan Jackson from the Women's Financial Network talks about ways to keep track when it comes to your finances.
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Sarah Edelman on Mistakes - 28/01/2013
Regular Nightlife guest Dr Sarah Edelman, clinical psychologist, talks about the mistakes we make.
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Pushing the limits - 26/01/2013
Imagine swimming more than 100 metres down into the depths of the ocean. Do you think you could do it? What about holding your breath for almost 10 minutes.
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Tech talk with Joshua Gliddon - 25/01/2013
Tonight on the Nightlife we're entering the world of cyber crime. The internet has brought many amazing benefits to our lives but, it's also left many of us vulnerable to cyber-attack, fraud and theft.
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The science of relationships - 24/01/2013
Some people might say that building a successful relationship is an art. However, our guest on Nightlife tonight would say it's more complicated than that. He'd say it was a science.
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RTD - Relationship Transmitted Debt - 23/01/2013
Politics and money - two things that have the potential to damage any realationship. On Nightlife tonight we're giving out some practical advice to help you wade through the latter.
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Dealing with divorce - 22/01/2013
There's nothing easy or fun about ending a relationship. Things get even more complicated and painful when there are kids or property involved. In these times of stress some people turn to counsellors and others turn to lawyers.
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Talking Australian - 19/01/2013
Here in Australia the official language might be English but, over the years we've done a pretty good job of making it our own.
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Getting your health back on track - 17/01/2013
We normally only visit the doctor when we're sick. Tonight on the Nightlife Jen has an appointment with A G.P. that will hopefully help some us stay well.
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Fitter, healthier and more productive... - 16/01/2013
Here at the Nightlife we're about as productive as a workplace can get. But, we realise that not everyone is as lucky.
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Are we biased against introverts? - 14/01/2013
Open plan offices, group activities and people who "put themselves out there" are all embraced, if not celebrated in our society.
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Nicole Johnston and Elizabeth Gilbert on Nightlife -...
Two great conversations on this Summer, Friday night edition of the Nightlife.
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Talking Science with Dr Karl - 11/01/2013
Numbers, symbols, upper case, lower case. How many passwords do you have for all your differnt online accounts? And how secure are they really?
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Does the midlife crisis exist? - 10/01/2013
At some point in life, all of us are bound to question if we're doing the right thing. When this happens there are those that shrug it off and get on with the day to day business of living. And then there are the other other cases that go out and buy a sports car.
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Choosing a new career - 09/01/2013
So you're sick of your job an you want to change your career. Maybe you're a banker and want to become a musician. Maybe you're a musician that's sick of the wild parties and you'd rather add up dollars and cents.
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The End of Friends - 07/01/2013
Psychologist Dr Sarah Edelman joins the Nightlife to talk to Jennifer Fleming about the way friendships end.
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Birding with Sean Dooley - 04/01/2013
Jen Fleming is joined by Sean Dooley, editor of Australian Birdlife Magazine to discuss the Australian Big Year twitching record and how birds cope on hot summer days.
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The top internet searches of 2012 - 03/01/2013
Joshua Gliddon from IT News joins Jen Fleming to discuss the top internet searches of 2012.
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The end of the international year of Co-operatives. -...
Jen Fleming talks to Melina Morrison, Director of the Australian Secretariat of the International Year of Co-operatives and Peter Knock, CEO of the Co-op Bookshop about the challenges and influence of co-ops today.
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Setting goals for 2013 - 01/01/2013
Sue Langley, CEO of Emotional Intelligence Worldwide joins Jen Fleming on the NightLife to discuss how you can make goals for 2013 and keep them.
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Coming up in 2013 - 28/12/2012
Rod Quinn looks into 2013 and some of the events that will be taking place, including a performance piece of a real live date, Canberra's 100th birthday and a production of Richard Wagner's Ring Cycle in Melbourne.
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The 50th anniversary of the Bogle-Chandler case -...
Rod Quinn discusses the 50th anniversary of the mysterious death of Dr Bogle and Mrs Chandler with Peter Butt, who solved the case 44 years later.
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Glen A Baker on the songs that were huge in Australia,...
Music guru Glen A Baker talks to Rod Quinn about the songs that were hits in Australia but that the rest of the world didn't want to know about.
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Australians celebrating Christmas around the world -...
Rod Quinn speaks to 6 Australians who will be celebrating Christmas in New York, Dublin, Vienna, India, Paris and the Swedish Lapland.
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Disappearing technology with Peter Blasina - 21/12/2012
Peter Blasina joins Rod Quinn in the studio for the last time in 2012 to discuss which technologies will be disappearing in 2013. The program began two minutes before the supposed "end of the world" at the conclusion of the Mayan calendar.
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Motortorque with Will Hagon - 20/12/2012
Will Hagon joins Rod Quinn for his last segment on the Nightlife in 2012 to discuss motor sport and motor cars and take your questions on cars.
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The biggest stories of 2012 - 19/12/2012
Stephen Mayne founder of crikey.com.au and policy co-ordinator for the Australian Shareholders Association discusses the biggest stories of 2012 in sport, politics, national and international affairs.
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Shoplifting in 2012 - 18/12/2012
Mathew Dickerson and Martin Grunstein join Rod Quinn to discuss shoplifting, by customers and by staff and take your calls on your experience with shoplifting.
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Your Changing Relationship with Your Parents - 17/12/2012
Author Michael McGirr joins the Nightlife to talk about his European trip with his mother when he was 34 and she was 70. Stories of our relationships with our parents as they age.
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The problems of snoring - 14/12/2012
Tonight our guest is Dr Maree Barnes, Senior Research fellow at the Institute for Breathing and Sleep at Austin Hospital in Melbourne. Snoring can ruin relationships, make sleep impossible and in extreme cases can take years off your life. We look at the problems and some of the solutions.
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Tech Talk with Paul Wallbank - 13/12/2012
Nightlife regular Paul Wallbank from netsmarts.com tonight looks at credit card details theft, why no one wants to buy Windows 8 and the faulty Apple maps.
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Antiques and Collectibles - 12/12/2012
Our regular guru on antiques and collectibles Tom Thompson has the Don Bradman collection which is to be auctioned this weekend.
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Enjoy Christmas without breaking the bank - 11/12/2012
Tonight our resident financial advisor Susan Jackson from the Women's Financial Network gives advice on how to enjoy Christmas without breaking the bank.
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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder - 10/12/2012
Tonight Nightline's regular guest psychologist Dr Sarah Edelman talks about the most common anxiety disorders suffered by Australians and one of the most misunderstood. Obsessive Compulsion Disorder.
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The Beatles' Australian Tour - 07/12/2012
Sydney's Powerhouse Museum is currently having an exhibition to celebrate 50 years since the legendary Beatles' Tour Down Under. Our special guests include Peter Cox from the Powerhouse Museum and music guru Glenn A Baker.
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- 06/12/2012
Will Hagon is back with Motortorque. November vehicle sales are another record. Plus the top 10 selling cars this year
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Motortorque with Will Hagon - 06/12/2012
Tonight we take a look at the commercial fishing industry in Australia. From the ocean to the plate, how sustainable is Australian commercial fishing. And also what the new commonwealth marine parks mean for the 5 million recreational fishers. Our two guests are Brian Jeffries from the Commonwealth Fisheries Association, and Ian Thompson, First assistant secretary DAFF.
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Talking Money with Scott Pape - 04/12/2012
With the latest interest rate announcement by The Reserve Bank, what does it mean and how does it affect people? What if you have money tied up in long term savings accounts? Its good news for some and bad for others.
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Doctor-Patient Communication - 03/12/2012
Tonight we look at one of the most intimate and important relationships we have in our lives, the doctor-patient relationship. Whether you are talking to a GP or a specialist, effective communication on both sides is vital. We are looking at ways to improve that communication. Our guests are Dr Steve Hambleton, President of the Australian Medical Association and Dr Ranjana Srivastava, author of the essay "Dying for a Chat-The communication breakdown between doctors and patients".
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Dr Karl takes questions on universe, global warming and...
Dr Karl brings his smarts and infectious energy to the Nightlife program where he helps unravel complicated scientific matters such as the loss of Arctic ice to why scratching an itch is contagious.
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Michael Palin on Brazil - 28/11/2012
On the Nightlife, a treat as author, comedian, actor and seasoned traveller Michael Palin talks at a recent literary lunch about his adventures in Brazil.
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Superannuation with Daryl Dixon - 27/11/2012
Superannuation expert Daryl Dixon joins Tony Delroy in the studio to discuss the slow volatility of financial markets around the world, and as November shapes up to be a poor month for investors, Daryl crunches the numbers and talks us through the details.
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A very joyless Christmas - 26/11/2012
The festive season is upon us, and it is not for everyone. There is no escaping the rituals and trappings that come as part and parcel with the holiday season. For many, this time of year is a joyless one, a time to remember those that have passed, or that money is tight. How do you cope with other people's happiness when you feel the complete opposite. Tonight, we talk these issues with Petrea King.
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Domestic guru Shannon Lush - 24/11/2012
Even the mere mention of moving house can be enough to elicit a groan from most people. Others will cry aloud and begin relating a horror story of a move that went horribly wrong. But, moving doesn't have to result in emotional trauma.
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Motortorque with Will Hagon - 23/11/2012
The summer holidays are so close you can almost smell the sausages cooking on that caravan camp BBQ. In a couple of weeks people around Australia will be hitting the open road and tonight Will Hagon was in the Nightlife studio with motoring tips to help you stay safe and enjoy those long motoring journeys. He's also got some great advice on motor scooters and for a change of pace (and vehicle) an early look at the Sydney to Hobart.
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Australia's new extinction crisis - 22/11/2012
According to one of tonight's guests, Australia and Australians are facing an environmental crisis. In his Quarterly Essay, Professor Tim Flannery says our biodiversity is under threat and if we want to preserve it we need to act now.
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Finding your 'lost money' - 21/11/2012
If you need some extra spending money for the festive season then our guest tonight might be the bearer of good tidings. Paul Clitheroe is in the Nightlife studios with Tony to tell you how to find out if you're entitled to a share of more than $700 million of unclaimed money that has simply been forgotten about.
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Talking about sexual abuse - 20/11/2012
The recently announced Royal Commission into institutional responses child sexual abuse is sure to open the flood gates, as victims come forward to tell their stories. But, what role will the Royal Commission play in helping to heal victims and preventing child sex abuse in the future.
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Put your best foot forward. - 17/11/2012
Sometimes, the sight of your food can be enough to make you cringe. Tonight, we're paying attention to that often forgotten body part. Tony is joined in the Nightlife studio by Podiatrist, Peter Lumb to talk all things corns, bunions, fungus and foot odor.
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Who owns your digital downloads? - 16/11/2012
Your e-books and your digital music library are a great way to store and access what you read and listen to but, do you actually own them? Tonight Paul Walbank joins Tony on the Nightlife to talk about who owns what in the digital age.
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Scott Pape about the cost of weddings and mortgages -...
Our resident Barefooot Investor tonight talks about the most expensive time in most people's lives...the 5 years that often encompasses buying a house, the wedding and starting a family.
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What we can learn from erotic fiction - 13/11/2012
Make sure the kids are in bed because tonight's topic is heading to the bedroom. Sex Therapist Jacqueline Hellyer joins Tony Delroy in the studio to discuss what we can learn from the year's top selling erotic novel, 50 Shades of Grey.
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Motoring with Will Hagon - 08/11/2012
Turning your mobile phone off entirely in a car? Can we do it? It has been the suggestion of a Senior Victorian Policeman, he is also calling to ban overtaking on single lane highways. There are some of the topics for discussion with Will Hagon tonight on the Nightlife.
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Literary Lunch with Pamela Stephenson - 07/11/2012
On the Nightlife, a literary lunch to put a smile on your face. Author, comedian, psychologist and keen dancer Pamela Stephenson is the guest, here to talk about her autobiography "The Varnished Untruth".
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Self managed superannuation funds - 06/11/2012
With more than 1.3 trillion dollars in Australia invested in superannuation, an increasing slice of the pie is made up of self managed super funds. Andrea Slattery is the chief executive at the Self Managed Super Fund Professionals Association and joins Tony Delroy in the studio to discuss the growing trend.
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Sarah Edelman on Paranoia - 05/11/2012
Regular guest Clinical Psycholigist Dr Sarah Edelman explains what paranoia is about.Paranoid personality disorder affects about 2 per cent of Australians and makes life difficult for them and their family and friends.
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Gadgets and gizmos with Peter Blasina - 02/11/2012
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The importance of death records in genealogy - 01/11/2012
On the Nightlife we go foraging through the old cemeteries and rifling through the death certificates. Not for morbid reasons, but to look at how important death records can be in tracking your family history. Genealogist Brad Argent joined Tony Delroy in the studio.
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US Election - 31/10/2012
The decision over who will be the next US President is in the hands of American voters who'll be going to the polls next Tuesday. Whoever wins will influence world affairs for the next four years to come. US experts Dr David Smith and Nick Bryant join Tony Delroy in the studio to take an in-depth look at who will next hold the title of "leader of the free world"
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When you work with a partner, spouse or friend -...
Are you in business with a family member of close friend? How is it working out for you? Up to 70 per cent of businesses in Australia are family based, meaning that lots of you work with partners, children, parents or friends. Dr Greg Chapman has authored a book on the subject and joins Tony Delroy in the studio to navigate us through what can be tricky business.
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Living with uncertainty - 29/10/2012
Will you get the job of your dreams? Is your marriage going to survive? How much will the car repairs cost? They're the type of questions that can keep you up at night. How do you live with such uncertainty and still manage to get to sleep at night. Petrea King from the Quest for Life Foundation joins Tony Delroy in the studio to tell us how to cope.
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Understanding our pets with Kersti Seksel - 26/10/2012
Nightlife pet expert Kersti Seksel on the program to talk about how to look after our favourite pets, especially those that suffer from stress or anxiety. She offers tips and techniques you can engage to help deal with your distressed pets.
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Motoring with Will Hagon - 25/10/2012
Motoring with Will Hagon, he joins the program to discuss Casey Stoner's last Moto GP race on Australian soil, as well as new car releases associated with the International Motor Show in Sydney.
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Advertising in our lives - 24/10/2012
It is virtually impossible to get through a day without being bombarded by some form of advertising. On the Nightlife, we take a look at advertising in the 21st century, and the role it fills in our lives. Our guests, Tim Burrowes and Adam Ferrier discuss whether or not we're as marketing savvy as we think.
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Superannuation with Daryl Dixon - 23/10/2012
With the midyear economy review to dissect, Daryl Dixon joins the program with Tony Delroy to discuss how serious the government is about taking the axe to superannuation concessions.
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Who is at risk of macular degeneration - 22/10/2012
Can you imagine living a life without sight? More than one million Australians are at risk of blindness. The leading cause is a condition known as Macular Degeneration. Alex Huynor and Julie Heraghty join Tony Delroy in the studio to discuss who's at risk, how it is treated and how you can live a better life if you're someone that is affected.
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Sporting Memorabilia with Tom Thompson - 19/10/2012
Antiques and collectables with sporting memorabilia expert Tom Thompson. He's brought in four golf clubs, all with fascinating stories behind them.
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Appy Farmers - 18/10/2012
Paul Wallbank talks tech with Tony, including a look at apps that farmers are using.
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Where does your food come from? - 17/10/2012
Antibiotics, pesticides, weeks in cold storage are all part of the life cycle of food in Australia. On the Nightlife we look inside the country's food chain with Dianne Loughnan and Mick Keogh and talk about whether the food we produce in Australia is safe, ethical and sustainable.
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Equal employment in Australia - 16/10/2012
On the Nightlife we explore the role of women in the workforce. Is it doing enough to attract and keep women, particularly those in Generations X and Y? Leading human resources researcher Avril Henry joins Tony Delroy in the studio to discuss.
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Post Traumatic Stress Disorder - 15/10/2012
Many of us over the weekend would have had cause to reflect on the 10th anniversary of the Bali bombings. For many, even though the scars are 10 years old they continue to hurt. Our two guests this evening have been on the frontline of war and disaster, and work with people who suffer post traumatic stress disorder from being at the centre of horrific events or disasters. Clinical Psychologist Paul Stevenson and retired Major General John Cantwell join Tony Delroy in the studio.
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Nightlife Space Talk - 12/10/2012
Senior Fellow of the Planetary Science Institute...Dr Charley Lineweaver...talks about the latest from Space, including the amazing discoveries from the Curiosity Rover on Mars.
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Nightlife with Will Hagon's Motortorque - 11/10/2012
Our residnet expert on all things motoring...Will Hagon...with a preview of the Australian International Motor Show and a wrap up of Bathurst.
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Nightlife on Centrelink - 10/10/2012
Regular guest and General Manager of Centrelink...Hank Jongen... with the latest information and advice from Centrelink.
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Finance advice with Paul Clitheroe - 09/10/2012
Tonight our resident financial advisor Paul Clitheroe from IPAC talks about the International Monetary Funds downgrading of Australia's growth outlook. They say a new global financial crisis are alarmingly high
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Dating after 50 with Bettina Arndt - 08/10/2012
Tonight Australia's best known sex therapist... Bettina Arndt... talks about online dating and how it works for people over 50.
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Nightlife on Birds - 05/10/2012
Sean Dooley, Editor of "Australian Birdlife" tonight talks about the amazing Spinifex Pigeon and Bird Week nests.
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Nightlife Literary Lunch with Joanne Harris - 04/10/2012
We feature the literary lunch with author Joanne Harris who wrote the best selling book Chocolat, which went on to be a movie starring Johnny Depp.
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Modern Funerals - 03/10/2012
Tonight we have two guests. Robert Larkins, author of "Funeral Rights" with what the Australian death-care industry doesn't want you to know. And Keith Lammond a funeral celebrant. We discuss modern funerals and how to keep the costs down.
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Scott Pape the Barefoot Investor - 02/10/2012
Tonight our regular finance expert Scott Pape will talk about things you should spend a lot of money on, and the financial landmines we need to look out for.
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The challenges of saying Sorry - 01/10/2012
Regular guest Dr Sarah Edelman explores the challenges of saying "sorry", and why it is so important.
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Peter Blasina on gadgets - 28/09/2012
Tonight our expert on the world of technology, Peter Blasina looks at the new iphone, the popularity of tablets and kids using their parent's credit cards to buy apps.
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Motoring with Will Hagon - 27/09/2012
Our residnet expert on motoring, Will Hagon, talks about Bathurst, which starts this week, and the world's fastet car-the McLaren P1 and also further developments in clean cars.
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Nightlife Literary lunch with Stella Rimington -...
Former Director General of the British Security Service... Stella Rimington.... talks about her life with MI5 and her latest novel, The Geneva Trap
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Susan Jackson on dilemma of lending money to friends and...
Regular guest and Head of the Women's Financial Network, Susan Jackson,looks at how the money habits of those near and dear to us can be awkward and costly and put a strain on relationships with family and friends.
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Dr Stephanie Dowrick on alcohol - 24/09/2012
Regular guest espert Dr Stephanie Dowrick, writer and psychotherapist, explores the sometimes contentious relationship that Australians have with alcohol.
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Bruce Moore on Regional Dialects - 21/09/2012
Language expert Bruce Moore thinks we are losing our regional dialects. Tonight we look at how we speak depending on where we live, and how it's changing.
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Family heritage and identity - 20/09/2012
An increasing number of people are making enquiries into their family heritage to understand more about their identity. Tony Delroy is joined by Brad Argent in the studio to discuss how marriage certificates could hold some of those clues to our pasts.
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Parliamentary conduct - 19/09/2012
Malcolm Turnbull caused a recent stir with his speech on the Republican virtues of truth, leadership and responsibility. Is our parliamentary system the best it can be? On the Nightlife two former parliamentary speakers Kevin Rozzoli and Ken Coghill join Tony Delroy in the studio to discuss this.
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Coin collecting - 18/09/2012
On the Nightlife we explore the world of coin collecting. Old Australian coins have been fetching record breaking amounts at auctions, so tonight we discuss them as a form of investment, and ask of you, what have you got at home sitting in your coin jar? Belinda Downie from Coinworks in studio to talk to Tony Delroy.
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The pros and cons of vegetarianism - 17/09/2012
Recent studies show it is ok to take the meat of the plate. Vegetarian diets are usually lower in saturated fat and cholesterol, and higher in dietary fibre and antioxidants than non-vegetarian diets. There are significant health advantages though. Nutritionist Zoe Bingley-Pullin joins Tony Delroy in the studio to discuss the pros and cons.
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Antiques and collectibles with Giles Moon - 14/09/2012
On the Nightlife Giles Moon talks collectibles and antiques with Tony Delroy. They discuss movies posters, American Civil War memorabilia, meccano toys and take your calls.
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Motoring with Will Hagon - 13/09/2012
Tonight a look at Holden's take on the future of car production in Australia. Also, more news on Casey Stoner, following the crash in Indianapolis last month which saw him sidelined from the Motor Cross circuit with an ankle injury. Will Hagon joins Tony Delroy in the studio.
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Earthquakes in Australia - 12/09/2012
On the Nightlife we look at how the earth moves. Major earthquakes are rare in Australia, but they do happen. Seismologists Clive Collins and Brian Kennett joined Tony Delroy in the studio to discuss the likelihood of Australia experiencing a major earthquake in the foreseeable future.
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Marketing in small business - 11/09/2012
Our regular marketing experts...Matthew Dickerson and Martin Grunstein...give advice about marketing for small businesses and how to do it for next to nothing.
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All things Space with Jonathan Nally - 07/09/2012
The Voyager probes were launched by NASA some 35 years ago, and has surprised people by continuing to send information back to earth all these years. Now way beyond Pluto, and about to enter inter-stellar space, we catch up with Jonathan Nally to speculate on just what will be discovered.
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Cyberspace with Paul Wallbank - 06/09/2012
We delve into cyberspace and ask the question - who can you really trust on the internet? If you're using online reviews to help pick a restaurant, hotel, or book to read - can you trust the reviewer? Paul Wallbank joins the program to provide some answers.
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Wolves and Princes with Jodi Picoult - 05/09/2012
Wolves and princes are on the agenda as we bring you a literary event with one of the world's best selling authors Jodi Picoult. Tony Delroy hosts the talk.
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Erectile Disfunction - 03/09/2012
On the Nightlife, a sensitive topic that can cause a great deal of distress for everyone affected. Erectile dysfunction is a subject men often find difficult to discuss, so tonight we've got Dr Steve Ruthven and Jessica Medd joining Tony Delroy in the studio to discuss and break down the barriers of silence.
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Dr Kersti Seksel on Pets - 01/09/2012
A number of state governments have introduced tough new laws designed to make dog owners responsible for injuries caused by their pets. But do tough new laws work? Our resident vet Dr Kersti Seksel talks about the issue.
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Motoring with Will Hagon - 30/08/2012
Will Hagon joins Tony Delroy in the studio to talk about dangerous Australian roads, speeding limits and one Australian car manufacturer set to be the first to export more than one million vehicles.
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Neuroscience and creative thinking with Dr Kerry...
On the Nightlife we stretch our minds and do some mental gymnastics with neuroscientist and creative thinker Dr Kerry Spackman.
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The Australian housing market - 28/08/2012
On the Nightlife money talk with Barefoot Investor Scott Pape, in particular, the housing market. 100 percent and interest only loans are a blessing for some, and can be indispensable for investors, but are they exacerbating housing booms and busts?
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When a parent is dying - 27/08/2012
Losing a parent is never easy, and for everyone one of us the experience of having a parent die is unique. On the Nightlife we explore what it is like to watch your parent die. Clinical psychologist Sarah Edelman joined Tony Delroy in the studio.
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Peter Blasina on gadgets - 24/08/2012
Tonight our expert on gadgets...Peter Blasina... talks about how close it is that we will be paying for our groceries with our phone. Plus other things and calls from listener.
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The Australian food scene - 23/08/2012
Tonight we look at the restaurant industry, and our love of eating out. It is stronger than ever, figures released last year show we spend 3.1 percent more of our income on eating out in cafes and restaurants than on fast food. Pat Nourse from Gourmet Traveller and John Hart from Restaurant and Catering Australia join the program to talk about industry, and its strengths and weaknesses.
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Superannuation w ith Daryl Dixon - 21/08/2012
The sharemarket has been looking up of late, but, will it last? Should you think about changing the balance of your funds? Superannuation expert Daryl Dixon is on the program tonight to talk about your super.
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Seeking Reassurance - 20/08/2012
A couple of quick words can reassure most of us in times of uncertainty, but for some, the need for reassurance can become addictive. Tonight, we explore this issue with Dr Russ Harris, author of The Happiness Trap and the Reality Slap.
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The History of Australian Wine - 17/08/2012
Tonight our guest is Max Allen who has written the book The History of Australian Wine. The industry has grown to be the fourth biggest exporter of wine in the world. It is a multi billion dollar industry.
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Motortorque with Will Hagon - 16/08/2012
Our resident motoring expert talks everything motoring with callers, and also about the GM's new Opel models and a range of other new releases. Plus the frightening cost of front and read end bumper repairs.
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Literary lunch with Michael Chamberlain - 15/08/2012
It's 32 years since a dingo took a sleeping baby from a campsite in Uluru. It was of course Azaria Chamberlain. Tonight we hear the story from her father Michael Chamberlain's perspective in a literary lunch. The book is called Heart of Stone.
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Jobs of the Future - 14/08/2012
Arun Abey, Chairman of Ipac Securities, and Board member of The Smith family, and Anne Hampshire, Head of Research and Advocacy at The Smith family are our guests. Talking about the changing face of the work force and the skill changes we may need to stay employed.
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Winners and losers - 13/08/2012
Dr Stephanie Dowrick, psychotherapist and writer, and author of Choosing Happiness and Everyday Kindness is our guest. In light of what we have seen at the Olympics over the last few weeks, Stephanie looks at the importance of winning and and how to deal with failure.
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Literary lunch with Geraldine Brooks - 10/08/2012
Geraldine Brooks has won a Pulitzer Prize for Fiction for her book "March". Her latest book is called "Caleb's Crossing" based on a true story about a young man in 1655 from Martha's Vineyard who became the first native American to graduate to Harvard College. Published by Harper Collins.This is a repeat due to the Olympics.
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Will Hagon on Motoring - 09/08/2012
Our resident motoring expert Will Hagon answers your questions and talks about the Concours d'Excellence, one of the most prestigious car shows on earth: including the latest offering from Aston Martin. BGike racing gets going again with Casey Stoner back in the game and a classic German brand is about to come to Australia: Opel.
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Grey Nomads on the road - 08/08/2012
Tonight we celebrate the tens of thousands of older Australians travelling the highways of Australia in caravans. They are known as Grey Nomads. We talk to Cindy Gough, author of The Grey Nomads Guide Book and Stuart Lamont CEO of the Caravan, RV and Accomodation Industry of Australia.
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Literary lunch with Dorothy Rowe -Repeat - 07/08/2012
How are we coping with getting older? Tonight we look at growing older with one of the world's great minds. Australian born psychologist Dorothy Rowe has built a life's work on understanding depression and tonight she takes a look at life beyond retirement. It is a repeat of a literay lunch where she talks about her book "Why we Lie:The Sources of our Disasters".
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Career changes later in life - 06/08/2012
Tonight we celebrate life's late bloomers and the many who have successful career changes as they get older. Most of us will have 7 to 10 career changes throughout our working lives.
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Physiotherapy with Francine St George - 02/08/2012
Physiotherapist Franacine St George gives advice on dealing with a sports injury and how to protect yourself from injury. Plus the latest rese arch on back pain.
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Nightlife on Sports Psychology - 01/08/2012
Sports Psychologists Jeff Bond and John Crampton discuss how important mental toughness is to a great sportsperson. We go into the mind of an athlete. We also look at the weight of expectations on an athlete and how it can affect performance.
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Ken Follet Literary Event repeat - 31/07/2012
Ken Follet has sold over 100 million books worldwide. Tonight he joins the ABC literary event to talk about his book Fall of Giants, which traces the story of 5 families through World War 1 and the Russion revolution. And he explores his career. This is repeated due to the ABC Olympic coverage.
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Motivation tips for exercise and fitness - 30/07/2012
Fitness Instructor Christian Marchegiani and Nutritionist and Sports Dietician Dr Joanna McMillan give tips on how to get back into exercise and stay motivated.
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Olympic Memorabilia with Dr Stephen Don - 27/07/2012
On the eve of the London Olympics we look no further than to Dr Stephen Don, who joins us on the Nightlife to discuss memorabilia. We talk about the role of chocolate, and some of the spectacular sales that have been taking place in the lead up to the games.
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Science with Dr Karl - 26/07/2012
Dr Karl Kruszelnicki answers questions from callers and talks about why people rather listen to to what their friends say than an expert scientist. Also we discuss the field of climate psychology... where researchers have found about the way we perceive the warnings about climate change.
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Australia's Olympic Hopes - 25/07/2012
There are 302 medals on offer in London at this year's Olympics, and with more than 10,000 athletes wanting one, competition will be fierce. The question on everyone's lips is, are Australian athletes up for the challenge. Swimming expert Gerry Collins and Olympian Dave Culbert are on hand to discuss this with Tony Delroy tonight.
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Managing personal bankruptcy and insolvency - 24/07/2012
Personal bankruptcies and insolvencies are at a record high in Australia, with more than 23,000 people declaring bankruptcy in the 2010/2011 financial year. Who's most affected? What long term ramifications are there? Is there a sensible way out of crippling debt? Tony Delroy talks to David Bergman from ITSA and Penelope Hill from MoneyHelp about the issue.
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How to Manage Depression - 23/07/2012
Depression can strike at any age, particularly for older people, where the concern is depression can linger undiagnosed for years. Professor Gordon Parker and Kerrie Eyres join Tony Delroy in the Nightlife studio for a discussion about how to manage the doldrums as we get older.
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Cyberspace talk with Peter Blasina - 20/07/2012
What happens to your online profile after you die? Gadget Guy Peter Blasina joins Tony Delroy in the studio to discuss life after cyber death. They also discuss the introduction of ads on Skype, ads that will invade mid conversation with friends and loved ones.
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Motoring with Will Hagon - 19/07/2012
It's not been a good week for the Australian car industry with 440 jobs to go from Ford plants in Melbourne. Motoring expert Will Hagon is in the studio with the latest on the car manufacturing sector.
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Changes to Medicare with Hank Jongen - 18/07/2012
The days of heading to the Medicare office and coming away with a wad of cash are all but gone, you may have noticed if you've visited an office in the past couple of weeks that Medicare has begun moving towards a cash free office. Hank Jongen from Centrelink joins Tony in the studio to discuss the changes coming into effect.
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