The Conversation Hour

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Expect engaging discussions with real people and inspiring stories connecting communities across Victoria, on The Conversation Hour with Richelle Hunt and Jonathon Kendall.

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Is it ok to take your kid on holiday during the school semester?

New figures have indicated that Victorian students are missing more than seven million days of classes each year in part due to parents taking them on holiday. In this edition of The Conversation we look at just how prevalent this is becoming and why some parents opt to travel during the semester. Also in this edition, will we see the rise of progressive populism in Australia?Plus why Melbourne loves to wear black.

51 min
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Understanding dementia risk factors

New research from Jean Hailes and Dementia Australia has revealed that most women are unaware of the factors that my contribute to their dementia risk, as well as the mortality rates. In this edition of the Conversation we talk what can reduce your dementia risk. Also in this edition, why Gen Z loves the 90s and the rise of line dancing.

50 min
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Talking about sex midlife and beyond

In this edition of The Conversation Hour we talk the sexual health of older Australians and how it is an often neglected area of research, particularly when it comes to sexually transmitted diseases. Also in this edition, dealing with 'scanxiety' after a blood cancer diagnosis. Plus, is 'baby brain' really a thing?

51 min
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What makes a great AFL coach ?

In the wake of Brad Scott's departure from Essendon, in this edition of The Conversation Hour we speak with AFL legends Kevin Sheedy and Joel Bowden about what makes a great coach. Also, in this edition preventing child criminal exploitation, why younger generations are favouring texts over calls, plus we pay tribute to a family run business that is closing its doors after 172 years

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26 may

Understanding MND

With the sad passing of Neale Daniher in this edition of The Conversation Hour we reflect on his legacy and also speak with an MND researcher about the disease. Also in this episode, the sacking of Brad Scott from Essendon, gun control in Victoria plus what Pope Leo XIV thinks about AI.

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25 may

Should public transport continue to be free?

As we head into our final week of free public transport in Victoria in this edition of The Conversation Hour we explore some new research into just how much free public transport changes our travel behaviour. Also in this edition, why are the Teals talking about forming a political party, the significance of the closure of an STI clinic in the CBD, plus how much are you spending on your pets?

51 min
22 may

The risk factors that make menopause more severe for some

Recent research has revealed what makes menopause symptoms more severe and ongoing for some women, in this edition of the Conversation Hour we speak with the author of the report and hear your experiences of menopause. Also in this edition, how to create a sense of space in smaller apartments, epic whale migration, plus the end of Stephen Colbert's Late Show.

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21 may

The science minister responds to climate research cuts at the CSIRO

Following on from yesterday's discussion about job cuts at the CSIRO, in this edition of The Conversation Hour the Science Minister responds to climate modelling cuts at the institution. Also in this edition, a new study on passenger safety on taxi and rideshare services, combating online misinformation for new parents, plus normalising older women on the catwalk.

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Expect engaging discussions with real people and inspiring stories connecting communities across Victoria, on The Conversation Hour with Richelle Hunt and Jonathon Kendall.