I’d like to hear your thoughts about the Economic Stimulus Package, and in particular – what you’re planning to do with your payment? If you’re eligible for one, that is… What is an effective, or even ethical, way to use...
If anyone could be forgiven for questioning God’s goodness, it’s Kent Whittaker… This week we heard how his eldest son orchestrated the murders of his wife and youngest boy… (He wrote his story in the book Murder By Family. If...
Laura’s got a problem that involves her ex-boyfriend….In a nutshell, he owes her money. Not just $50 or so, but nearly $2000. She lent the money when they were dating – at a time when he was struggling with some...
Guerrilla Gardeners - Reviewed by Mark HadleyCHANNEL: Network TENTIME-SLOT: Wednesdays, 8.00 pmRATING: PG It’s no surprise that a program like this one is a hit with audiences – Australians are great respecters of the successful con. In fact it would be fair...
"The God who Comforts but does not Command"... A review of Yann Martel's book, Life of Pi. Review by Kara Martin... The Life of Pi is about two journeys: a journey through three great religions: Hinduism, Christianity and Islam;...
With titles like “Kissed the Girls and Made them Cry”, “The True Measure of a Woman”, and “Fight Like a Girl” - it’s not hard to figure out that Lisa Bevere has a passion to bring messages to the female...
For Aussies, the Easter Weekend has long been a constant on the public holiday calendar… But it seems the commercial sector wants to bring the tradition to an end… This week more than 80 major retailers in NSW called for...
Now’s not an easy time to be searching for a job for most people – but for Janelle, it’s even harder. You see Janelle, has a criminal record. A number of years ago, she formed a gambling habit – it...
This week we spoke with Jenny Stanger about the hidden human trafficking in our own communities. Download the podcast if you missed hearing it, and read more about Jenny's work by clicking on the link to the following document: Human...
This week we heard from the academic, Dr Mike Dockery, about "The Cost of Raising Children". He says the so-called ‘price’ of child rearing, is about a tenth of what previous studies have suggested… In fact, he says kids may...
This week we heard from Geoff Colvin, author and editor of Fortune Magazine, on his book "Talent Is Overrated". His research shows, perhaps surprisingly, that hard work, passion and practice is more important than any natural inbuilt ability. Send us your...
Joanne is facing a tough situation: She’s discovered that her husband has a serious gambling addiction. It came to her attention a couple of years ago when she began noticing money missing from the bank account. As things progressed she...
“The strong influence of debt”A review of Payback: Debt and the Shadow Side of Wealth, Margaret Atwood. Review by Kara Martin Margaret Atwood has won countless literary awards, including the Booker Prize, and is mostly famous for her fiction such...
Tonight we heard from Gavin Martin of Cornerstone Wealth with tips on how best to handle a mortgage in a tight financial time. If you missed the interview, take a listen to the podcast. If you would like further information...
Ever wished you had your own panel of experts to take your problems to? Or ever wondered what the average person in the street would do—or has done—in the same situation as you? That’s what our Second Opinion segment is...
Let’s hear your thoughts on this internet filtering proposal. The idea has stirred up an incredible amount of debate with many on arguments both sides. Let us know what you think. DISCUSSION POINTS • This debate’s not just about people who...
Due to a pesky but highly necessary URL change, those of you who subscribe to the Open House podcast through iTunes or other podcast service will need to re-subscribe to continue receiving our content. Sorry for the inconvenience of this. We...
I’d like to hear from you about this issue of youth violence that we're hearing about this week, after the death of Sydney boy Stephen Luu at an organised "fight club". • As a child or a teenager, did you feel...
This week we interviewed author and counsellor H.Norman Wright on the topic of "The Father Wound". We heard about the different kinds of damage done to a woman's heart, by the mistakes or the absence of their father. I’d like to hear from you about...
Ever wished you had your own panel of experts to take your problems to? Or ever wondered what the average person in the street would do—or has done—in the same situation as you? That’s what our Second Opinion segment is...
A Review of ABC's "Chandon Pictures" by Mark Hadley. A friend once told me that he believed there were three types of businessmen. The first type is completely out for themselves, and leaves you in no doubt about it. The...
“The most popular book series of 2008-09” A review of the Stephanie Meyer's Twilight Series. Review by Kara Martin Vampires that resist the urge to drink human blood... Vampires that are courteous and kind and try to live like humans.A...
