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The Conversation Hour
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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Celebrating Sir David Attenborough at 100
Sir David Attenborough has turned 100, and in this edition of The Conversation we explore how he has influenced and inspired generations to care about...
Should the World Cup still be screened at Federation Square?
There has been fierce debate this morning regarding whether the screening of The World Cup should be banned at Fed Square. In this edition of The Conv...
Improving public transport accessibly
In this edition of The Conversation Hour we introduce you to Santiago Velasquez. Santiago is blind and has created an app that enables public transp...
Has the recent spate of firebombing impacted your business?
With yet another nightclub firebombing overnight in this edition of the Conversation Hour we discuss what impact this series of attacks is having on t...
Accessing voluntary assisted dying in aged care
A recent report from Go Gentle Australia has highlighted concerns about access to Voluntary Assisted Dying in aged care, in this edition of The Conver...
How can we better suppport our paramedics?
With the distressing news of the stabbing of a paramedic on Thursday in Reservoir in this edition of The Conversation Hour we discuss what protections...
The interim report from the Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion has been handed down
The Royal Commission into Antisemitism and Social Cohesion has released its interim report this morning. Established in response to the Bondi terror a...
Concerns about AI surveillance at work
A new report from the John Curtin Research Centre says there needs to be stronger safeguards around how AI is being used in the workplace. In this edi...
Why don't you take the bus?
The state budget will see a $100 million injection into the Victorian bus service, with the funding to include expanded bus hours and routes into grow...
Improving the condition of roads in Victoria
The Victorian Government will spend over one billion dollars to repair and resurface our roads, as part of the state budget. In this edition of the Co...
Answering your questions about the NDIS
Health Minister Mark Butler has detailed big cuts to the National Disability Insurance Scheme, in this edition of the Conversation Hour we talk throug...
What is basic human dignity?
The federal government will reverse its decision to charge at-home aged care recipients for showers, dressing and continence care. In this edition of...
Truck drivers to receive fuel money from business
It have been described as an historic order, The Fair Work Commission has ruled that some of Australia's larger companies need to compensate truckies...
Changes to blood donation eligibility
More people can donate blood from today, as eligibility has expanded to include gay and bisexual men and also transgender people. In this edition of T...
Are the men 'marrying up'?
An ABC analysis of census data recently revealed that women are more likely to exceed their husbands when it comes to education. In this edition of Th...
New survey reveals extent of financial strain dental costs caused by dental costs
The Consumer Health Forum is calling for the Federal Government to prioritise dental affordability ahead of the budget, off the back of its survey fin...
Navigating the AFL tribunal on umpire abuse and the principles of justice
The AFL tribunal has found Port Adelaide player Zak Butters guilty of verbally abusing umpire Nick Foot, despite a lack of evidence. In this edition o...
Is Australia too reliant on the US?
In this edition of The Conversation Hour Arthur Sinodinos, chair of the United States study centre and former Australian ambassador to the US and libe...
Safeguarding democracy in Australia
In this edition of The Conversation Hour we explore a new report from The Grattan Institute that explores attitudes towards democracy in Australia and...
Why don’t we repair things more?
In this edition of The Conversation Hour we explore the importance of learning the art of reparation.
How is the Lebanese Community feeling?
In this episode of The Conversation Hour, the latest on how the Lebanese community is feeling amidst the Middle East conflict.
Is this peace?
In this episode of The Conversation Hour, the latest on the Iran and US conflict. We ask a Middle East analyst does this two-week ceasefire mean peace...
Junior pay rates abolished for young adult employees
The Fair Work Commission will abolish junior pay rates for young adult employees aged 18 to 20 in the fast food, retail, and pharmacy sectors with a p...
Supporting our Victorian policing community in times of trauma
In breaking news this morning police have shot dead fugitive gunman Dezi Freeman in Victoria's north-east. Freeman had been on the run for seven month...
Concern the fuel crisis will impact kids sports
In this edition of The Conversation Hour we explore what impact the fuel crisis could have on kids sports, particularly for those living in regional V...
How much is walking part of your daily commute?
Last week we discussed what role cycling could play as an alternative to driving in the context of the fuel crisis, in this edition of The Conversatio...
Principals under pressure
In this edition of The Conversation Hour we explore a new study from Monash University that has highlighted the emotional stress experienced by school...
Will we see more people cycling as a result of the fuel crisis?
As petrol prices continue to rise, in this edition of The Conversation Hour we explore whether people will turn to the trusty bicycle to save money an...
Can jet skis co-exist with marine life?
With news today that Victoria's Conservation Regulator is investigating reports of jet ski riders harassing dolphins at Philip Island, in this edition...
How Should You Think About Your Budget
In a time of global conflict, how should you think about your budget, your priorities, and your long term plans?
What could the fuel crisis mean for tradies
Yesterday on program we received a few calls from trade workers who shared their concerns about how the fuel crisis will impact their business. In thi...
How much surge capacity is in our public transport system?
As discussion rages about how the war in the Middle East will impact our fuel supplies, in this edition of The Conversation Hour we ask the question j...
Elder rights advocates share concern about a major aged care provider two-tier system
Opal Healthcare is trialling a new two-tier system essentially requiring residents to pay extra for things like a hot breakfast and tv in rooms. In th...
Divided opinion on plans to shift building inspection costs from buyers to sellers
Home sellers would pay for building and pest inspections, under a new pitch from the Victorian Government if it is re-elected later this year. In thi...
The psychology of panic buying
The war in Middle East has sparked a wave of panic buying fuel, despite reassurances that there is no shortage of supplies, in this edition of The Con...
Understanding Australia's involvement in the Iranian conflict
With news this morning that Australia will send military support to the United Arab Emirates in this edition of The Conversation Hour we discuss wheth...
When was the last time you went to the ballet or opera?
Actor Timothée Chalamet went viral over the weekend for his comments dismissing the ballet and opera, in this edition of The Conversation Hour we talk...
A Conversation Hour menopause special
There is a lot to talk about when it comes to how menopause impacts the lives of women, in this edition of The Conversation Hour we talk all things me...
How did you come to barrack for your AFL team?
Melbourne author Helen Garner shared what inspired her to become a Western Bulldogs supporter on Breakfast this morning and in this edition of The Con...
Introducing your pets to a newborn
As our breakfast show co-host Sharnelle Vella gets ready to go on maternity leave you may have heard her special baby shower broadcast this morning. O...