Best Sherri Oliver Podcasts (2025)

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Dominique Farge on allogeneic umbilical cord-derived mesenchymal stromal cells for systemic lupus erythematosus 26:05

19h ago26:05

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This is the second episode of a mini series on cell-based therapies in rheumatology, with Prof. Dominique Farge discussing the use of allogeneic umbilical cord-derived mesenchymal stromal cells (MSCs) as treatment for systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). We cover the limited options currently available for people with severe or refractory SLE, the c…

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"American Authoritarianism" with Matt Welch 1:24:55

10h ago1:24:55

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What do you make of a U.S. government that snatches people off the street and disappears them into Central American prisons, forever, with no trial, and no way to appeal? Matt Welch is a libertarian journalist. He's no wild-eyed, Trump-loathing leftie. Fresh off the back of his appearance on Bill Maher, Matt joined Josh on Josh's streaming TV show,…

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Karen Olson – How Passion and Purpose Created a Movement to End Family Homelessness 20:56

4d ago20:56

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Season 5, Episode 36 What if one small act of kindness could spark a nationwide movement? In this inspiring episode of Mature Allure, I’m joined by Karen Olson, author of Meant for More and the founder and CEO Emeritus of Family Promise, a national nonprofit that has mobilized over 1 million volunteers to support homeless families across America. W…

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“Reimagining Schooling” with Finnish education icon Prof. Pasi Sahlberg 1:48:09

3d ago1:48:09

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What's the purpose of school? Why do we run schools the way we do? How might we reinvent education in an era of artificial intelligence and ADHD? Professor Pasi Sahlberg is one of the world's leading education experts. He ran Finland’s Ministry of Education and Culture, moved to Washington DC to advise the World Bank on education, and was a visitin…

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PREVIEW: "What Can Democrats Do?" with David Pakman 20:23

10d ago20:23

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The Democratic Party is paralysed. It can't merely offer resistance to Trump. It also needs to offer an alternative to him. But how? Should they oppose his every move, as the likes of Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Senator Cory Booker believe? Or should they shut up and wait for the president to doom himself, as Senate minority leader …

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Anna Lozano – How Energetic Alignment Can Transform Your Business 27:24

11d ago27:24

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Season 5, Episode 35: Ever feel like you’re doing everything “right” in your business but still feel misaligned and exhausted? What if the real key to success is tuning into your energy and rewriting the hustle mindset? In this episode of Mature Allure, I’m joined by Anna Lozano, startup strategist, entrepreneur, and former co-founder of Love Power…

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“Decoding the Gurus” with Chris Kavanagh and Matt Browne 1:18:53

10d ago1:18:53

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When are independent shows like Uncomfortable Conversations serving a useful purpose... and when are they just preaching to the choir? "Decoding the Gurus" is a podcast that dissects how new-media personalities gain guru status. Frequently, such podcasters claim to be bravely challenging the status quo... while comfortably pandering to their team. …

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Anthony Bourdain’s “Lieutenant”, Laurie Woolever 1:11:24

16d ago1:11:24

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Anthony Bourdain was Josh's hero. Laurie Woolever was, as Bourdain called her, his "lieutenant". A writer and culinary graduate, Laurie had worked for another gigantic cooking celebrity, Mario Batali, before he was brought down for alleged sexual harrassment. She spent almost ten years as Bourdain's right-hand-gal. The two of them wrote two books t…

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Chrystal Rae Christian – This Ends With Me: Breaking Generational Cycles 25:20

18d ago25:20

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Season 5, Episode 34: Have you ever carried pain that wasn’t even yours—and realized it was time to put it down? In this episode of Mature Allure, I’m joined by my dear friend and co-author, Chrystal Christian, to talk about our powerful new book This Ends With Me. Together, we open up about what it really means to break free from generational cycl…

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PREVIEW: "What Is the 'Patriarchy'?" with Prof. Cordelia Fine 38:46

20d ago38:46

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Do males and females differ in what we want out of life? In what jobs we want to do? In how much we want to look after babies, or run a tech start-up, or sweep the living room, or be a CEO? Or are biological preferences just an excuse to justify inequality? Cordelia Fine is a feminist academic who studies scientific explanations of sex differences …

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JUST JOSH: The Woke Catastrophe of “Snow White” 28:49

23d ago28:49

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If you want to see what's wrong with not being offensive, watch Snow White. The new Disney re-make is so committed to not offending anyone that it’s a social-justice jumble. Snow White isn’t white as snow; her love interest isn’t a prince; the dwarves aren’t “dwarves”; but there IS a dwarf in a non-dwarf role; Snow White doesn’t need a man; the man…

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Kate Wade + Krissy Metzler — How to Build a Goal-Setting System That Actually Works 29:13

26d ago29:13

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Season 5, Episode 33: Are you struggling to turn your goals into reality? Many of us set goals but find it challenging to stay on track. In this episode of Mature Allure, we dive into The Goalden System, a structured approach to setting and achieving goals with intention and clarity. In this episode I’m joined by Kate Wade and Krissy Metzler, found…

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BOB CARR on Diplomacy, Statesmanship and Grief 1:40:32

26d ago1:40:32

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Even if you're not Australian, you want to listen to this conversation with one of the nation's most iconic statesmen. Bob Carr is a former foreign minister of Australia (i.e. the secretary of state) and, before that, the longest-continuously-serving Premier of NSW, Australia's most populous state. He's an intellectual powerhouse, an icolonoclast, …

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PREVIEW: “Does Ukraine Still Matter?" with correspondent Misha Zelinsky 38:43

1M ago38:43

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What are Trump and Putin cooking up for Ukraine? Can the Europeans sideline it? What options does Ukraine still have on the table? And does any of this really matter to non-Europeans any more? This week, the ceasefire talks that President Trump boasted he'd wrap up in 24 hours fell apart, again. Russia says it wants an end to the war, if Ukraine ef…

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Dr. John Neustadt – Functional Medicine Strategies to Reverse Depression Naturally 34:03

1M ago34:03

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Season 5, Episode 32: Are you feeling fatigued, unmotivated, or just not like yourself? What if there was a way to address depression and mood imbalances beyond traditional medication? In this episode of Mature Allure, I sit down with Dr. John Neustadt, a naturopathic doctor, researcher, and best-selling author specializing in functional medicine. …

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Rebecca Marsh and Grant Schulert on allogeneic HSCT for children with refractory sJIA and associated lung disease 18:30

1M ago18:30

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The first episode of a mini series on cell-based therapies in rheumatology, with Prof Rebecca Marsh and Grant Schulert discussing the use of allogeneic haematopoietic stem-cell transplantation for children with refractory systemic juvenile idiopathic arthritis and associated lung disease. Read the full article: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/la…

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Australia’s Shadow Treasurer, Angus Taylor 1:06:30

1M ago1:06:30

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Angus Taylor is the Shadow Treasurer of Australia and a key figure of the Opposition, the centre-right Liberal Party. A former cabinet minister, businessman and Rhodes scholar, he's often discussed as a future prime minister. Opinion polls put his party's return to power in the May election as a 50/50 bet. Josh sat down with the Shadow Treasurer to…

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PREVIEW: "Two Jews Debate Israel" with Antony Loewenstein 40:50

1M ago40:50

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How should moderate, secular Jews feel about Israel? How brutalising must Israel’s Gaza policy be before more Jews denounce it? Is Israel a well-intentioned country hijacked by right-wing leaders from its true purpose of peace? Or is it intrinsically committed to destroying Palestinians? Was a Jewish ethno-state a mistake from the start? Or is Isra…

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Carin Luna-Ostaseski – How to Balance Hormones Naturally During Perimenopause 27:21

1M ago27:21

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Season 5, Episode 31: Have you ever asked yourself, “Is it hot, or is it just me?” If so, you’re not alone! Perimenopause and menopause bring a wave of changes, but with the right knowledge and tools, you can navigate them with confidence. In this episode of Mature Allure, I sit down with Carin Luna-Ostaseski, founder of Hot or Just Me, an online r…

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JOHN McWHORTER: Language, Race & Trump 1:25:46

1M ago1:25:46

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John McWhorter is arguably the world’s most famous linguist. A professor at Columbia University and a columnist for the New York Times, he alternately enrages the right and the left as an anti-Trump, anti-woke, Black academic. John and Josh sat down in Sydney to discuss gay slang, the Trumpist right, Black provocateurs and “serving c***t”. Watch th…

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"Why Greenland Matters" with Sherri Goodman 42:01

1M ago42:01

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When Trump floated the idea of the U.S. acquiring Greenland, some called it a random brain fart. But there is a real conversation among security experts about control of the Arctic in the 21st century. As climate change opens up new avenues for shipping, spying, mining, submarining and warfare, the far North Atlantic matters more and more. Sherri G…

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BONUS: Josh on Israel-Palestine Coverage 1:21:10

2M ago1:21:10

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Last week, Arab leaders gathered in Egypt for a Palestine Summit. The 22-nation Arab League emerged with a re-energised Arab Peace Initiative to solve the Israel-Palestinian Conflict once and for all. Australia's largest and most trusted news organisation, the ABC, covered the event in an article entitled "This Plan Would End the Israel-Palestinian…

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Bryan Reynolds – Bridge: The Game That Keeps You Sharp and Social 28:35

2M ago28:35

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Season 5, Episode 30: Ever wondered if there’s a game that challenges your mind, strengthens social connections, and keeps you sharp as you age? In this episode of Mature Allure, I sit down with Bryan Reynolds, owner of The Bridge Teachers, to talk about the fascinating world of bridge. Bryan shares how he fell in love with the game, why it’s an in…

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"Trump, Gaza & Liberalism" with Senator Dave Sharma 59:18

2M ago59:18

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Australians go to the polls in a few months. It looks surprisingly grim for the first-term, centre-left Labor government of Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. As part of Uncomfortable Conversations' election coverage, Josh invited a select handful of prominent politicians who are likely to be the most interesting figures for listeners from all over t…

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"The Next Canadian PM” with Jen Gerson 1:13:45

2M ago1:13:45

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Justin Trudeau's political career will end this weekend when his replacement is elected as the Canadian Liberal leader. This happens at a moment of extraordinary uncertainty for Canadians. As the U.S. launches a painful trade war, Canadians are being forced to rethink their economic and strategic future. What's going on up there? Who are the candid…

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Paola Arencibia – Reinvent Your Wardrobe: Style Secrets for Women Over 40 27:53

2M ago27:53

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Season 5 Episode 29: Ever feel like your closet is packed, but you have nothing to wear? Your wardrobe should reflect who you are today, not who you used to be. In this episode, we’re diving into fashion, confidence, and personal reinvention with expert stylist Paola Arencibia—helping you declutter, redefine, and own your style with intention. Paol…

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"Hate Speech or Free Speech?" with Prof. Alan Davison 2:15:40

2M ago2:15:40

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Perhaps the most dangerous idea is what to do about dangerous ideas. A spate of anti-semitic attacks has led to new laws that will punish Australians for "hate speech". But are hate-speech laws a band-aid over deeper problems like ethnic bigotry, religious conservatism, historical ignorance, social media, migrant integration, university bias, and I…

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“Chinese War Games” with Sam Roggeveen 1:44:17

2M ago1:44:17

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How should medium-sized countries respond when they're bullied by a superpower? The question applies as much to Canada dealing with President Trump as to Australia reacting to China. Last Friday, the pilot of a Virgin Australia flight from Australia to New Zealand noticed a flash of weapons from a Chinese warship just a few hundred miles off the co…

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Lori Rogers – The Power of Positive Activity: Shifting Your Mindset for Success 35:15

2M ago35:15

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Season 5, Episode 28: Have you ever felt like stress, negativity, or self-doubt are holding you back? What if small, daily mindset shifts could lead to more abundance, joy, and success? In this episode of Mature Allure, I sit down with Lori Rogers, president and co-founder of Rogers Marketing, a multi-million dollar woman-owned business, to explore…

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Bryant England on advanced therapies in US veterans with rheumatoid arthritis-associated interstitial lung disease 8:30

2M ago8:30

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Dr Bryant England discusses the use of TNF-inhibitor versus non-TNF inhibitor biological or targeted synthetic DMARDs for treatment of rheumatoid arthritis-associated ILD, and the effects on survival and respiratory hospitalisation outcomes. Read the full article: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanrhe/article/PIIS2665-9913(24)00265-0/fulltext?d…

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PREVIEW: "Rogue Fentanyl Chemists" with Ben Westhoff 39:58

2M ago39:58

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Imagine posing as a drug dealer and going undercover into a Chinese drug lab. That's what Ben Westhoff did to report on how fentanyl -- which kills about 75,000 Americans every year -- gets made. Will Trump's crackdowns at the Mexican border stanch the flow? Why are other rich countries less affected by opioids? How did fentanyl cause the worst dru…

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"The Great Aussie Rort" with Punter's Politics 1:15:43

2M ago1:15:43

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Varied are the ways in which political parties, media moguls and corporations screw you. One man who stands up to them all -- or who at least makes funny, informative, viral videos explaining their shenanigans -- is the phenomenon known as "Punters Politics". Millions of Aussies devour his Instagram and YouTube videos to learn how the system is rip…

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Ilise Harris – Embracing Gray: Redefining Beauty and Aging with Confidence 48:04

2M ago48:04

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Season 5, Episode 27: Are you grappling with the decision to go gray or stay colored? In today’s episode of Mature Allure, we explore the emotional and societal pressures around aging, beauty, and hair with Ilise Harris, a renowned celebrity hair and makeup artist. Ilise Harris, with over 40 years in the beauty industry and an illustrious career wo…

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PREMIUM: "The Fallacy of Productivity" with Oliver Burkeman 38:37

2M ago38:37

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Productivity tips. Life hacks. Calendar apps. Magic mornings. Brain supplements. None of it will free you from the sense that there's more to do than you possibly can. That's because you're finite. Your time is finite, your focus is finite, and you're going to die. No productivity hack can change that. It's a liberating idea, if you look at it the …

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PREVIEW: Oct. 7th Survivor Natalie Sanandaji 1:14:35

2M ago1:14:35

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Natalie is a Jewish Iranian-American who grew up in New York. She was partying at the Nova Music Festival in Israel when Hamas attacked. Today, she uses her experience to advocate for the Combat Antisemitism Movement. She and Josh discuss Gaza, the Israeli occupation, hatred, love... and her experiences that day. To get more content like this and t…

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Dalene Higgins – Mastering Retirement: Financial Freedom & Wealth After 40 32:47

3M ago32:47

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Season 5 Episode 26: What if retirement wasn’t just about slowing down but about stepping into the life you’ve always wanted? Whether you’re thinking about early retirement, shifting careers, or simply wanting financial security, it’s never too late to take control. In this episode, I sit down with Dalene Higgins, CEO of Elevate Finances LLC and ho…

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“Gay Sex on Stage” with Tony nominee Samuel Barnett & Marcelo Dos Santos 1:11:34

3M ago1:11:34

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What's it like being a promiscuous young gay guy in the 2020s? How much freedom is there in random sex from hookup apps, versus how much shame? Do social conservatives have a point when they say fidelity and monogamy are the best model for life? The producer of "Fleabag" and "Baby Reindeer" -- both humongous British TV shows which started as one-pe…

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Josh on Trump on Gaza 34:43

3M ago34:43

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President Trump says the United States should take over the Gaza Strip and relocate its two million residents to neighbouring countries while we redevelop Gaza into the "Riviera of the Middle East." Josh has thoughts. To get more content like this and to join in the fun of the Uncomfy Convos multiverse, hit the Substack page at Subscribe to Uncomfo…

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Dr. Angela Zeng – The Science of Holistic Wellness and Detoxification 36:41

3M ago36:41

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Season 5 Episode 25: Have you ever wondered how ancient wisdom and modern science can work together to optimize your health? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Angela Zeng, founder of Carviva Beverages, to explore the power of traditional Chinese medicine, biochemistry, and nutrition in detoxification, longevity, and overall wellness. Dr. Zeng sh…

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"American Oddities" with David Farrier 1:13:05

3M ago1:13:05

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Why do Americans use shower curtains instead of glass shower stalls? How do you explain the success of The Olive Garden? And is Los Angeles really as foul as Josh claims? David Farrier is a New Zealand documentarian living in L.A., where his whimsical podcast Flightless Bird is produced by Dax Shepard’s Armchair Expert production company. David pre…

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Josh on Trump on Gender 52:56

3M ago52:56

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How well is the legacy media covering President Trump's flurry of executive actions? Among the first deluge of White House orders is a decree defining "sex", "gender", "male" and "female". The reporting on this order -- and on LGBT and gender issues more broadly -- tells us a lot about ideological echo chambers, newsroom diversity, and how not to h…

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Damion Parsons – Fashion Makeover: Transforming Confidence Through Your Closet 29:20

3M ago29:20

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Season 5 Episode 24: Ever felt your closet doesn’t quite reflect the person you’ve become? Or that navigating style and confidence in midlife feels overwhelming? Let’s change that. Join me as I chat with Damion Parsons, the visionary behind Sizewise Closet Coach, about empowering transformations through closet organization and personal style. Damio…

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Brooke Conley and Ivan Lin on the development of arthritis educational resources for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in Australia 18:30

3M ago18:30

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Dr Brooke Conley and Associate Professor Ivan Lin discuss their recent study on integrating evidence from lived experience of Aboriginal people and clinical practice guidelines to develop arthritis educational resources. Continue this conversation on social! Follow us today at... https://thelancet.bsky.social/ https://instagram.com/thelancetgroup h…

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"How the Church can Defeat Trumpism" with Jonathan Rauch 1:30:29

3M ago1:30:29

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White, conservative, evangelical American Christians helped to bring Donald Trump to power. Their political activism is turbo-charged by populist right-wing "post-liberals" who believe traditions like civility and pluralism are passé -- people including entertainers like Tucker Carlson and Curtis Yarvin, as well as intellectuals like Sohrab Amari, …

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PREMIUM: Triumph of the Karens with Meghan Daum 24:04

3M ago24:04

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Do women police each other's behaviour more than men do? Are they likelier to be busybodies, calling each other out online? Pouncing, denouncing, hounding, unfriending? That's the experience of the legendary dissident journalist Meghan Daum, a former Los Angeles Times columnist who has created a sanctuary for independent-minded women to support eac…

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Jen Edden – How to Beat Sugar Cravings and Heal Your Gut in Midlife 28:42

3M ago28:42

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Season 5, Episode 23: How can understanding sugar addiction transform your health and reclaim your vibrancy in midlife? In this episode of Mature Allure, I sit down with Jen Edden, founder of the Sugar Freedom Method and author of Woman Unleashed, to explore the hidden impacts of sugar addiction on our health and vitality. Tune in as Jenn shares he…

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Inauguration Episode Two: Josh & the Anti-Trumper, David Frum 1:22:31

3M ago1:22:31

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Well, it's Trump's Inauguration. Again. On our previous episode, "Inauguration Episode One", Josh interviewed a pro-Trumper. Today, expand your thinking about the best- and worst-case scenarios of Trump's second term with a searingly cogent counter-opinion. David Frum is one of the most influential conservative "Never Trumpers". He worked in the Wh…

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Inauguration Episode One: Josh & the Pro-Trumper 58:05

3M ago58:05

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On Monday, Donald J Trump will be sworn in as president. Again. To help us understand the best-case scenarios and worst-case scenarios for his second term, Josh has invited two diametrically-opposed thinkers. Today, the pro-Trump case with Batya Ungar-Sargon. On Inauguration Day, the anti-Trump case with David Frum. Batya is the deputy opinion edit…

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Reggi Sweat – A Guide to Simplifying Chaos and Embracing Caregiving 38:03

3M ago38:03

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Season 5, Episode 22: Are you juggling the complexities of caregiving, maintaining your well-being, and finding balance in midlife? In this episode, I sit down with Reggi Sweat, a seasoned caregiver, content creator, and advocate for self-care and wellness. Reggi’s journey—from caring for multiple parents with complex health needs to mastering the …

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PREMIUM: "Multiculturalism & Identity" with Stan Grant 28:59

3M ago28:59

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How can we flourish in 2025 in a world gripped by tribalism on the right and left? Friend-of-the-show Stan Grant returns to reflect on community, cancellation, wokeness and faith. Stan was CNN's Senior International Correspondent based in Abu Dhabi, Hong Kong and Beijing, before returning to Australia as International Affairs Analyst for the Austra…

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