Join us as we dive into the past present and future of the business and the culture surrounding it. Raw and uncut tales brought to you from the men and women who lived it before the legal era of cannabis. The trials and tribulations of entrepreneurs making their way into the legal market. Honest reviews and info brought to you on local product currently on the market. Is it gas or is it trash.
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Specialist and mainstream audiences alike rely on the Health Report to bring clarity to health and medical issues from social, scientific and political points of view.
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Roger Bolton, formerly presenter of BBC Radio 4's 'Feedback' launches his very first podcast. Free from the constraints of broadcasting on the BBC, with a few more opinions and casting his net a little bit wider to encompass the whole of the BBC, Roger examines the issues that are facing the corporation and public service broadcasting. Find all our podcasts here And please support this podcast by subscribing here We also support VLV (Voice of the Listener and Viewer) which represents the int ...
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Hear two of the nation's brightest and sought-after advertising analysts -- Corey Elliott and Gordon Borrell -- identify the latest trends and make their predictions. This fast-paced podcast runs about 20 minutes and focuses on trends in local media, advertising, and marketing. The show typically touches on three or four topics, occasionally features a guest, and is always seasoned with critical analysis and wit.
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Our story begins in 1973 when the shy and reclusive schoolboy Jeff would spend hours hiding in the "studio" (little more than a school broom cupboard) with a record player, a cassette recorder and a handful of scratched 45's endlessly trying to emulate the DJs he would listen to whilst hiding under his bedcovers with his battered transistor radio pressed to his ear all night long endlessly as he tried to maintain the shaky reception to stations like Radio Luxembourg, the FAB 208, where you c ...
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Riegsecker Sees Local Media at an Inflection Point
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Are we really in a final phase in which only a few local media companies will successfully make the digital transition? Gordon & Corey turn to advertising executive Shawn Riegsecker, who foresees the swift demise of two large and popular types of media but also sees a great deal of opportunities arising from it. "This is the moment," he says, "that…
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Did Australian supermodel Elle MacPherson recover from cancer without traditional treatment? A huge review debunks mobile phone brain cancer fears. And can catching up on sleep on the weekends save us?Door Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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A story for the many parents who allow their children some screen time, and are concerned about the potential negative effects of it. A recent study has found a link between tablet use by preschoolers and angry outbursts. This behavioural effect could be due to a dependency on the device for emotional regulation, but the results are stark. Guest Dr…
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Sport concussion not as damaging as we think
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We've heard a lot in recent years about how damaging concussion in professional sport can be to long-term brain health. But we don't know a lot about the impacts of mild concussions. Well there's now an app for that. And one recent study found having a sports-related concussion didn't seem to have a detrimental effect on cognition and was linked to…
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Men might need a little bit more convincing when it comes to going to the doctors but if there are issues below the belt it might be worth getting yourself checked. New research suggests erectile dysfunction or peeing in the night might be indicators of a bigger problem. Guest Dr Sam Tafari, andrology and men’s health fellow at the Royal Adelaide h…
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A look at some of the Health Report correspondence this week. You can email us at healthreport@abc.net.auDoor Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Sir Trevor Phillips Sky presenter and Times columnist on BBC culture, their approach to ethnic minorities and the importance of local coverage
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Sir Trevor Phillips presents Sky TV’s Sunday Morning programme and is a columnist for The Times newspaper. He was previously a reporter on the Thames TV This Week, head of current affairs for London Weekend Television, Chair of the London Assembly, Chair of the Commission for Racial Equality, and Chair of the Equality and Human Rights Commission, a…
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Jeff Demers - New England Compost
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In this episode, we are joined by Jeff Demers, the mastermind behind New England Compost, based in Danbury, Connecticut. Jeff shares his journey into the composting business and how New England Compost has become a leader in small-batch, craft compost, certified for growing organic products. We delve into the composting process from start to finish…
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CORONACAST BONUSCAST: How protective is the vaccine?
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An update on COVID-19 figures, plus the latest research on vaccines and long-COVID. What are the long-term outcomes of people who experienced myocarditis after COVID infection or vaccination? And why were there differences in mental health outcomes for the unvaccinated and the vaccinated? References Long-Term Prognosis of Patients With Myocarditis …
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A guide to toxic-free childcare
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More attention is being paid to toxins and their effects on the human body – like PFAS chemicals, microplastics and heavy metals. A guide has been released providing advice to parents, childcare centres and policymakers. It provides practical approaches to reduce the risks from known toxins. Guest Dr Rachael Wakefield-Rann, Institute for Sustainabl…
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Many people use food tracking apps, whether for weight loss purposes, or to help manage a medical condition. But when it comes to how much energy, fat, protein or sodium is in a certain food, how accurate are they? Researchers have looked at hundreds of apps and identified some of their blind spots — including multicultural meals. Guest Dr Juliana …
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Insomnia is so common, it’s likely everyone will experience bouts of it at some point in their life. While not everyone will need treatment, for those who do, it can be difficult to access. A digital version of cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia (CBTi) could open up treatment to more people. Guest Professor Robert Adams, specialist respirat…
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A look at some of the Health Report correspondence this week. You can email us at healthreport@abc.net.auDoor Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Finally, Local Podcasting Might Be Catching On
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While national podcasts are on fire, Hosts Corey & Gordon have been wondering when local podcasting might become "a thing." They turn to podcast guru Steve Goldstein of Amplifi Media. Fresh back from the Podcast Movement in D.C., Steve details new business models at the local level and opines about one that might actually yield significant revenue.…
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GLP-1 agonists are quickly becoming a go-to treatment for type-2 diabetes and obesity — and a weight loss drug of choice for many others. But a new paper looking at adverse drug reactions has found a potential association between semaglutide and suicidality.Door Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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New evidence is supporting the mass distribution of azithromycin to children in sub-Saharan Africa. Twice-yearly doses have been shown to reduce mortality by 14 per cent in children one month to four years old. However concerns remain about perpetuating antimicrobial resistance. References Azithromycin to Reduce Mortality — An Adaptive Cluster-Rand…
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Keeping kids off screens can be easier said than done, especially when they’re so intertwined with our day-to-day lives. A paper has reviewed the evidence on how screen use in children under six can impact behaviour and cognitive outcomes – like attention, memory and learning. The researchers say while limiting time spent on screens is important, i…
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More than 60 per cent of Australian adults are living with overweight or obesity, putting them at increased risk of disease. So how can those risks be prevented and managed at both an individual and societal level? And how important are dietitians, especially with renewed interest in weight loss drugs? Guest Dr Terri-Lynne South, dietitian and GP…
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Meniere's disease is a chronic condition that causes tinnitus, vertigo and deafness. It typically starts in one ear, but can go on to affect both. At the moment there is no cure, only strategies to lower the chances of an attack and treatments to help manage the symptoms. It’s hoped gene therapy might be able to turn things around. Guests Steven Mo…
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A look at some of the Health Report correspondence this week. You can email us at healthreport@abc.net.auDoor Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Kyle Oliveira: Luxury Leaf Hemp Clothing
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In this episode, we sit down with Kyle Oliveira from Luxury Leaf, a hemp clothing brokerage based in East Providence, Rhode Island. Discover how a simple college project evolved into a thriving hemp clothing company, founded by a group of friends with a shared vision. We delve into the incredible versatility of hemp, exploring some of its 50,000 us…
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Mpox is an emergency of international concern. What does this mean?
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A more severe variant of the mpox virus is spreading fast, already causing hundreds of deaths in Africa. The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared a public health emergency of international concern. We have vaccines against mpox, so what aren't we doing to slow the spread? Also, Australia is compared to other English-speaking countries and i…
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People with knee osteoarthritis are undergoing unnecessary tests and procedures, when exercise is often the best treatment. New clinical care standards have been released, putting the emphasis on non-surgical treatments for pain relief and mobility. Guest Dr Christopher Vertullo, orthopaedic knee surgeon and an Adjunct Professor at Griffith Univers…
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A majority of the world's population lives in cities. Our urban environments have changed rapidly, and a very different to the environments humans evolved in. This could mean we're not being exposed to the same diversity of 'good' microbes, that keep us balanced and healthy. Guest Dr Jessica Stanhope, epidemiologist at the University of Adelaide Ka…
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While humans and pathogens have waged war for millennia, even dangerous pathogens can be engineered to be helpful in the right hands. What are the qualities that make a microbe or virus so successful, and how can we harness them for good? Guest Jacinta Bowler, science reporter Associate Professor Joanne Macdonald, University of the Sunshine Coast R…
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A look at some of the Health Report correspondence this week. You can email us at healthreport@abc.net.auDoor Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Are Digital Marketing Services Worth Selling?
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If digital marketing services are used by more than two-thirds of advertisers, why are so many media companies -- especially TV stations -- shunning them? Are they low-margin? Too messy to implement? The hosts dive into the stats and develop what they call the "chiclet theory." Stay in the loop with all things Borrell when you join our ResearchAler…
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Authorities in Victoria believe they've found the source of a Legionnaires' outbreak in Melbourne that has killed two people. What do we know about the disease, and what needs to be done to avoid outbreaks? References Outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease in metropolitan Melbourne Dispersion of Legionella bacteria in atmosphere: A practical source loca…
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There has been a heated – and at times harmful discussion about presumed sex differences in athletes competing at the Olympic Games. While unfounded, accusations against two female boxers have reignited a discussion that has been going on for over a century about who gets to compete, and against whom. We take a look at the evidence and explain why …
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Unions are calling for 10 days of reproductive leave for women going through menopause and perimenopause. They say older women are leaving the workforce early because a lack of support. But one expert argues there is no quality evidence to support this claim, and there are other issues at play. Guest Professor Susan Davis, endocronologist at Monash…
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People with diabetes who are treated with insulin have more than a 60 per cent increased risk of serious injury. Low blood sugar can lead to falls, while high blood sugar can lead to nerve damage, which leaves people susceptible to numbness and burns. Experts believe there is a lack of awareness about the risk of trauma when blood sugars aren’t wel…
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The lesser known hepatitis E virus
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Viral hepatitis infections claim the lives of 3,500 people each day. One of the lesser known kinds is hepatitis E, which can lead to acute liver failure. We explain the storied history of this virus and the current efforts to vaccinate against it. Guest Dr Richie Madden, co-founder of the Hepatis E International Direct Action group…
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Matt Iarussi: Canna Klean Facility Remediation Company
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Join us for an information-packed episode with Matt Iarussi from Canna Klean. Are you struggling with failing microbial tests and tired of constantly remediating flower? Are you against lab shopping just to pass testing and want to provide clean, safe products to consumers? Your facility might be the issue. In this episode, Matt shares his wealth o…
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For the first time this year, there are more patients in Queensland hospitals with influenza than COVID. A survey has found people's main reasons for not vaccinating against flu were that they didn't think influenza was serious, the vaccine would give them the flu, or it wouldn't work. And we take a look at how COVID-19 continues to affect mortalit…
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Dementia is the second leading cause of death of all Australians. But rates of dementia are going down, in part because people are changing their lifestyles. A major paper published in the Lancet has identified 14 modifiable risk factors — two more than previously listed. Guest Emeritus Professor David Ames, the University of Melbourne and the Flor…
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What women need to know about the 'egg timer' test
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Heard of the anti-Mullerian hormone, or the 'egg timer' test? It's marketed strongly to women in their 30s but a new study suggests some of the claims around it can be misleading. And when given more information about the test, many women decide against it. Guest Dr Tessa Copp, the University of Sydney References Women’s interest, knowledge, and at…
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When women are diagnosed with breast cancer in just one breast – should they get a double mastectomy? A large study has assessed the impact different surgical interventions have on cancer risk and mortality. Guest Dr Vasily Giannakeas, cancer epidemiologist at the Women’s College Research Innovation Institute References Bilateral Mastectomy and Bre…
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A look at some of the Health Report correspondence this week. You can email us at healthreport@abc.net.auDoor Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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This Iconoclast Doesn't Mince Words on Today's Mass Media
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With the summer of our discontent brewing, Corey & Gordon discuss the value of nonstop headlines to news media. Could local media rise like a phoenix? They ask a fan club member, retired media analyst and self-proclaimed iconoclast Terry Heaton, to weigh in. Brace yourself for Heaton's unvarnished take.Stay in the loop with all things Borrell when …
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The world's largest conference on HIV and AIDS has been underway in Berlin to discuss developments and breakthroughs in the field. One major story out of the conference is the remission of a patient with HIV using a new treatment method. Also, we discuss a study into mammal-to-mammal transmission of avian influenza. References The next Berlin patie…
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New vaping laws are in place, but questions remain about whether they will address the health problems at play. Both non-nicotine and nicotine vapes are only available through a pharmacy, and only to those over 18 years of age. But some experts are concerned this could expose young people to a growing illicit market. Guest Emeritus Professor Wayne …
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The little-known cause of heart attack in young women
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Spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD) causes heart attacks in young, healthy people with no known risk factors. Because of this, SCAD can have a devastating psychological impact. A clinic is trying to address this by providing the proper support, and connecting patients with this rare condition. Guests Professor Jane Maguire, SCAD survivor …
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Cancer treatment is life-saving, but it can be brutal. The side effects of chemotherapy and radiation can continue long after a person has gone into remission. A group of runners are putting into practice research that shows exercise can help, especially for nerve pain. Guest Melanie D'Souza, cancer survivor Dr Chris Swain, University of Melbourne …
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A look at some of the Health Report correspondence this week. You can email us at healthreport@abc.net.auDoor Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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US President Joe Biden has tested positive for COVID. The results of a large study into women who received a COVID infection, or the vaccine during pregnancy. Alcohol products are health-washing their advertising and it seems to be working. And calls for tougher restrictions on marketing for toddler milk products.…
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It's never been easy being a teenager, but young people these days experience particularly high levels of poor mental health. A study surveying thousands of Australian high schoolers in Year 7, and again in Year 10, has found six lifestyle behaviours that seem to have positive effects. Hint: an extra hour of sleep a night could make all the differe…
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1 in 9 Australians have asthma, but many aren’t properly managing the potentially deadly condition. Even though the symptoms of asthma can be prevented, some people aren’t reaching for a puffer until they’re in distress. And it’s leaving people unnecessarily vulnerable to asthma attacks. Guest Anthony Flynn, Director of Health Knowledge and Transla…
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The benefits of reminiscing about the past
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You've probably been warned against dwelling on the past. But — for older people — revisiting fond memories can improve physical and mental wellbeing. Reminiscence therapy can improve cognitive function, as well as ease symptoms of depression and dementia.Door Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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A look at some of the Health Report correspondence this week, including plant based meat products and hand washing for gastro.Door Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Sir Peter Bazalgette, former chair of ITV, on the funding and future of PSBs and the case for mergers
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Sir Peter Bazalgette was until recently part of the previous Government’s committee to review how the BBC was funded. In his distinguished career he has been responsible for shows such as Big Brother, Changing Rooms and Ready Steady Cook, he’s also a former chair of Arts Council England and in September 2023 he stepped down as chair of ITV. He is n…
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