Better Than Yesterday with Osher Günsberg

Alex Lee on using improv and comedy to bring history to life

Alex Lee is a well known face in television and comedy, so it's no surprise she was chosen to host the ABC's new comedy game show 'Tonight At The Museum' - filmed inside a real, working museum! In this episode, Alex talks about how she transitioned from a career in news to writing and starring in hit comedy series, the complexities of filming inside the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery, and why it's important to keep learning about and from our history. LINKS Watch Tonight At The Museum on ABC iview Follow Alex on Instagram @aalleexxlleeee Check out Alex's 'Baby Shoes' podcast Sign up to the Better Than Yesterday newsletter Watch episodes of Better Than Yesterday on YouTube Watch full stories recorded live at Story Club on YouTube Get tickets for our next Story Club show Get Osher's latest book "So What? Now What?" here Send a pic of what you're looking at to sendosheremail@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lucy Durack’s sure-fire method for achieving your wildest dreams

Today we have a rev-up from the incredible Australian musical theatre star Lucy Durack. She is living proof that persistence, strategic preparation, and a little bit of hope can open doors you never thought possible. Lucy Durack is and always will be the original Glinda in the Australian production of the smash hit musical Wicked. But she didn't get that job by accident. In fact, she decided she was going to get it and started preparing for it before the show even existed. This segment from our longer conversation is all you need to know about dedicating yourself to preparing for the best version of what it is that you want, and regardless of the outcome, being better for it. LINKS Listen to the full episode with Lucy Durack here Follow Lucy on Instagram @lucydurack Sign up to the Better Than Yesterday newsletter Watch episodes of Better Than Yesterday on YouTube Watch full stories recorded live at Story Club on YouTube Get tickets for our next Story Club show Get Osher's latest book "So What? Now What?" here Send a pic of what you're looking at to sendosheremail@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How Social Media And Smartphones Are Rewiring Our Brains with Dr. Mark Williams

If you’ve stopped and looked up in the middle of a shopping centre or on your train or bus commute, there’s probably one think you’d notice – almost everybody you encounter having their faced buried in their phones. The growth of social media and smartphones means we are constantly looking to be entertained. Today’s guest says – that’s a problem. And he would know, he’s an acclaimed cognitive neuroscientist who has studied behaviour and brain imaging research for more than 25 years. In his new book, Dr Mark Williams reveals how screen exposure is rewiring our brains, especially those of our children. From dopamine loops and social media addiction… to loneliness, parenting, and the subtle ways technology reshapes memory and relationships - this is a conversation every parent needs to hear. While there’s plenty that is scary in our discussion, Mark also has some simple and effective solutions to help build real-life resilience and connections in a digital world. LINKS Grab a copy of Mark and Gavin's book 'Screen Smart Children' Sign up to the Better Than Yesterday newsletter Watch episodes of Better Than Yesterday on YouTube Watch full stories recorded live at Story Club on YouTube Get tickets for our next Story Club show Get Osher's latest book "So What? Now What?" here Send a pic of what you're looking at to sendosheremail@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stop Yelling, Start Laughing: Maggie Dent's Non-Perfect Guide to Connecting with Your Kids

This episode features some of the most powerful messages from when parenting and resilience educator Maggie Dent came to the house. Maggie’s got some simple, immediately actionable ideas that can radically change your experience as a parent (and theirs). Key Takeaways: Build your tribe, not your village Focus on connection, not perfection Create pockets of joy to protect your family from the tough days Invaluable insights into behaviour by understanding how teenage brains work. LINKS Listen to the full episode with Maggie Dent here Find out more about Maggie's books and seminars here Sign up to the Better Than Yesterday newsletter Watch episodes of Better Than Yesterday on YouTube Watch full stories recorded live at Story Club on YouTube Get tickets for our next Story Club show Get Osher's latest book "So What? Now What?" here Send a pic of what you're looking at to sendosheremail@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When Australian Idol's Wes Carr Picked Up A Shovel It Changed What Happens When He Picks Up A Guitar

In 2008, Wes Carr had the things most artists dream of - national fame, chart-topping success, and millions of eyes watching him perform on the iconic Sydney Opera House steps. What followed was a whirlwind of promotion, performing and recording sessions that strayed from Wes' authenticity as an artist. In this raw and reflective conversation, Wes opens up about success, identity, burnout, and the quiet cost of ambition. He talks about nuturing his passion for music growing up, the spiritual reckoning that followed his Australian Idol win, and why reinvention sometimes feels like survival. From changing his name and starting again in America, to returning home to Australia with his family and a new understanding of who he is without the noise, Wes is candid about where he's been and where he's going. LINKS Catch Wes playing live at the Birdsville Big Red Bash & Mundi Mundi Bash Follow Wes on Instagram: @wescarrmusic Sign up to the Better Than Yesterday newsletter Watch episodes of Better Than Yesterday on YouTube Watch full stories recorded live at Story Club on YouTube Get tickets for our next Story Club show Get Osher's latest book "So What? Now What?" here Send a pic of what you're looking at to sendosheremail@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.