'Rescued' is a podcast of conversations with the rescued and rescuers. It's about the lessons we learn about ourselves, the places we go to and why. It exists to help us have better adventures and experiences, manage risk and deal with the unexpected.
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Expect engaging discussions with real people and inspiring stories connecting communities across Victoria, on The Conversation Hour with Richelle Hunt and Jonathon Kendall.
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Have you ever experienced something that can’t be explained? Believe is a podcast where witnesses of the strange and unexplained can share their stories and encounters. Join host Kade Moir for one on one interviews with every day people and others from around the world who have witnessed UFO’s, Bigfoot, Ghosts, Paranormal Experiences and the unexplainable! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Bushwalking Victoria has stated there is capacity for 700 new participants at clubs across the state, where groups meet before heading off on regular adventures.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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S21E9: Bushwalks and Hidden Beasts
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In this episode, Kade talks to Jack about his eerie encounter with a Yowie during the COVID lockdown in Australia. Jack shares a chilling story of an unexplained loud explosion and trees crashing down during a walk in the Jervis Bay National Park. The tale deepens as Jack recounts further experiences with tree knocks and glowing orbs, hinting at th…
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Understanding the state government's new housing plan
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Premier Jacinta Allan has announced plans for 50 activity centres across Melbourne’s suburbs for fast-tracked apartment developments.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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AFLW general manager Emma Moore has declared the league is entering a new phase.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Achieving a high ATAR score is a stressful preoccupation for many young people.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Are we addicted to single use decorations?
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In a time of greater awareness of the costs of disposable plastic items, these decorations appear to be an outlier.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Surviving critical illness: How to manage after leaving hospital
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Dr Kimberley Haines is trialling a peer support program to help ICU survivors with their recovery.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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The days that follow a suicide can be some of the most challenging in a person's life.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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What to consider before your next building project
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In this episode, Richelle Hunt is joined by new Grand Designs Australia host Anthony Burke, to talk through the latest building trends.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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The plan to tackle eating disorders
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Despite mainstream efforts to encourage healthy eating and body positivity, eating disorders are still afflicting Victorians young and old.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Why are more women freezing their eggs?
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In Victoria, more than 1500 women froze their eggs during 2021-22, which represented a 63 per cent increase from the year prior.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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S21E10: Yowie Encounters and Spiritual Journeys
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In our final episode of season 21, Kade reconnects with his long-time friend and renowned paranormal researcher, Gary Lynn. Together, they delve deep into a wide range of paranormal topics, from Yowie encounters to spiritual awakenings. They discuss Gary's journey from traditional research methods with night vision and thermal cameras to more spiri…
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Should kids be exposed to bad news?
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It's never been easier for children to access news, which can mean exposure to devastating events such as natural disaster, conflict and disease in real time.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Who wins when it comes to dynamic ticket pricing?
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With the growing use of dynamic ticketing, or in demand pricing as it's also known, we take a deep dive into the trend.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Is freedom from bullying a human right?
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Some advocates are calling for stronger terminology to re-classify bullying as a form of violence to capture the harm it causes.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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A crucial cog in cracking any cold case is forensic science and investigation.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Is new car technology a force for good?
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Some experts are warning that the integration of data into our cars is allowing manufacturers to demand too much personal information from car owners.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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How do we create a sustainable water future?
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From water licensing, to drought resilience and everyday access, how our water supply is controlled is an issue that affects everyone.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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How can we help endangered species?
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Across the country, remarkable efforts are ongoing to protect at-risk species.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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A Parkinson's diagnosis can come sooner than you think
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When Rebekah Lowe first searched for answers to a strange tremor in her foot, she dismissed the most common result: Parkinson's disease.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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In this episode, Kade interviews Mark, who shares his extraordinary experiences working in remote Australia. Mark discusses his cultural shocks, initial feelings of isolation, and his terrifying encounters with paranormal phenomena. He also recounts being saved by traditional bush medicine after a spider bite and reflects on the psychological toll …
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012 // Dr Kate is an expert in psychological trauma
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Dr Kate Baecher is a clinical psychologist specialising in trauma in high-risk or complex environments. Behind all her training and experience serving with the military and working in civilian life supporting critical incidents, she is somebody deeply connected to nature, where the wild place is her happy place. She joins me today, and shares about…
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Is your local council important to you?
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Close to 50 candidates have been elected unopposed to Victoria councils.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Nick Reece has pledged to to deliver an extra 10 new parks across the City of Melbourne if he's re-elected as Melbourne’s lord mayor next month.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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The evolution of prosthetic technology
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With every advancement in prosthetic technology, life gets a bit easier for the people using them.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Recent data has shown people are leaving major cities in large numbers.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Laura recounts her lifelong experiences with UFO abductions, starting from childhood encounters in Alaska and Iowa, through dramatic incidents in Wisconsin and New York. She shares detailed, harrowing memories of encounters with grey beings and enduring emotional scars that have affected her family. Have a short story? Leave us a voicemail Australi…
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In recent weeks, protesters have drawn both praise and condemnation for the varied tactics employed to bring about change.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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How do we make live music more inclusive?
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From dealing with venue access, to helping artists feel comfortable on stage, the accessibility in the Australian music industry is still a work in progress.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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What's the true potential of job sharing?
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In this episode, The Conversation Hour team explores the ways job sharing is empowering workers to find a routine that works for them.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Is cricket facing an identity crisis?
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Recent Cricket Australia indicates the code is struggling with player retention in certain age brackets among young players.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Why does being counted in the census matter?
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The federal government has drawn criticism for its approach to including questions of gender and sexuality in the 2026 census.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Karl shares his astonishing transformation from skeptic to believer, recounting his incredible encounters with UFOs and orbs. Beginning with a series of surreal orb sightings in Beachmont in 2009, Karl's experiences take us through multiple, mind-bending UFO visuals that defy explanation. He details seeing mysterious orbs emerging and disappearing …
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The Conversation Hour team is joined by a panel of experts to break down the key moments.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Recent severe weather has wreaked havoc on Victoria’s coastline, exposing an issue that has been building over decades.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Giving children a voice on family violence
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Many children that grew up in a home where domestic homicide occurred experience profound trauma.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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The future of front of house sevice
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Technologies such as QR codes and robot waiters has some concerned the humanity is being stripped from hospitality.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Are we developing a resistance to antibiotics?
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There is growing concern that excessive prescription of these drugs could be making us resistant to their benefits.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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S21E5: Australia’s Forbidden Ranch Part 2
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In this spine-chilling continuation, Ryan returns to the show to delve deeper into his terrifying experiences in what can only be described as the 'Skinwalker Ranch of Australia.' From vivid hauntings to malevolent entities and time-slip phenomena, Ryan shares how these paranormal encounters have influenced his life. Together, Ryan and Kade explore…
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Victoria’s video game music industry
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The Conversation Hour team explores how these musicians make it in the gaming business.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Do we take grandparents for granted?
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Becoming a grandparent can be an exciting new phase of life, but it can also come with unwanted pressure.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Should cemeteries be for the living as well as the dead?
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What should a cemetery look like, and what should they be used for? Is it disrespectful to use them for recreation? Would it be alright to support biodiversity by planting native plants?Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Is crowd behaviour at sporting events improving?
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Bad behaviour in sporting crowds takes many forms: racist sexist or homophobic slurs, swearing, booing, even throwing punches or bottles. From the grassroots to elite sport, why does being in the crowd bring out the worst in some of us?Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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What does an athlete look like anyway?
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Is there an expectation that people need to be a certain shape to do certain sports?Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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S21E4: Australia’s Forbidden Ranch Part 1
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In this episode, Kade is joined by Ryan, who shares his chilling and intriguing experiences from a remote property in New South Wales, Australia. Ryan recounts a series of paranormal activities that affected his family, including encounters with ghosts, strange creatures, and UFO sightings. Have a short story? Leave us a voicemail Australia: 02 840…
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Film and TV production in Melbourne and Victoria
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How healthy is the local film and television industry? Do you still have to move overseas to have a viable career?Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Is online shopping losing its appeal?
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Is the online shopping trend cooling? We loved it during lockdown, but are we still buying online?Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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From cannabis gummies to chocolate shrooms, what's the deal with microdosing?
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Exploring the issues that affect all Victorians.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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What's your station like? Could it be better?
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With railway stations in the news as Sydney opens some new ones and Melbourne wonders how long it will take to travel between Parkville and Arden, The Conversation Hour team asks about your station.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Is it getting too expensive to have a pet?
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Cost of living increases and changes in life circumstances are leading to significant increases in the number of animals surrendered for re-homing, according to research by the RSPCA.Af Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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