The Conversation Hour
The Conversation Hour
ABC
Expect engaging discussions with real people and inspiring stories connecting communities across Victoria, on The Conversation Hour with Richelle Hunt and Jonathon Kendall.
The Census: why everyone should be counted
Demographer Liz Allen takes your Census questions and shares her personal connection to the Census.
Aug 11
52 min
Joel Bowden on the AFL concussion scandal
Former AFL player Joel Bowden brings a human perspective to the Geelong concussion saga.
Aug 10
48 min
Understanding the repercussions of the Geelong concussion deal
In this edition of The Conversation Hour we continue to discuss the Geelong concussion deal and ask what the AFL and Players Association should be doing in response. Also in this edition, improving fatigue warnings for new parents. Plus a new theatre production delves into Melbourne's night life.
Aug 7
51 min
AFL club makes player liable for concussion risk
A Victorian AFL club has reportedly made a secret deal where a player was made liable for their own concussion risk. In this edition of The Conversation Hour we ask what the AFL should be doing to prevent this happening again. Also in this edition, how dental health impacts self esteem, has gambling reform become to hard? Plus, FIFA backs Infantino after failed plans for partial sale.
Aug 6
50 min
The pressure on boys and men meet body image ideals
Yesterday on the Conversation Hour we discussed whether it is ok to comment on someone's looks. In this edition we look at the pressures that men and boys face in maintaining body image ideals. Also in this episode, concerns about how carry on luggage costs will impact people living with a disability, the latest on IBAC, plus as British 90s trip hop outfit Massive Attack tour Australia we give you a refresher on their cannon of work.
Aug 5
52 min
Is it ever ok to comment on how someone looks?
There has been much media scrutiny around Ariana Grande's weight and in this edition of The Conversation Hour we explore is it ever ok to make a comment on another's physical appearance. Also in this edition, aged care affordability, claims of historic sexual abuse at a Melbourne alternative school. And why the indoor cats are doing ok.
Aug 4
51 min
Will declining house prices make aged care unaffordable?
While prospective home buyers might be celebrating the down turn in house prices, others, particularly those considering aged care options hold concerns around how they will afford aged care. In this edition of The Conversation Hour we explore how older Victorians might potentially be impacted. Also in this edition, preventing parents behaving badly at their kids sport, what the Census will mean for regional planning, plus what to expect now the fuel excise is back.
Aug 3
50 min
How did MTV change the music industry?
MTV turns 45 this weekend and in this edition of The Conversation Hour we talk the rise of the music video and how it changed the music industry. Also in this edition, what will a change of premier mean for small business in Victoria? Is FIFA for sale? Plus remembering music journalist Glenn A. Baker who has died aged 74.
Jul 31
48 min
Bird flu has been detected in Victoria
The H5N1 bird flu has now been detected in Victoria, in this edition of The Conversation Hour we discuss how it might potentially impact Victorian agriculture and also the our native wildlife. Also in this edition, Australia's sprint success at the Commonwealth Games, when a bad online review can be a positive, plus how to support young sports stars.
Jul 30
51 min
What will Labor's election campaign look like under Ben Carroll
Ben Carroll has been Victoria's new premier for 24 hours and in this edition of The Conversation Hour we talk what the election campaign will look and feel like under his leadership. Also in this edition, Eildon gets a new tourist attraction, Qantas tests a direct flight from Melbourne to Toulouse, plus we celebrate sprint at the Commonwealth Games.
Jul 29
51 min
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