What Shall We Do About?

18/10/2021

In our latest episode, Ben Lee tries to solve the problem of fun. With social gatherings restricted, we’ve not had much of it lately, but Ben is always looking on the bright side. He tells us why.

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05/10/2021

We're always trying to solve the world's less pressing problems, but today we turn to one of the *most* pressing problems: climate change. Dr Anika Molesworth shares her experience growing up outside of Broken Hill through the Millennium Drought, and shares in today's new episode her thoughts on what we can do to make a difference.

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27/09/2021

We're baaaaack! And joined by author and filmmaker John Safran to try and fix the problem of smoking. It would appear that traditional ci******es are on the way out, but as John explains, there's much more to the story. Listen and follow 👇

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27/09/2021

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20/06/2021

In our latest episode, Ashley Fell from McCrindle Research joins Sam to solve the problem of generation gap. How can we better understand those born at a different time to us? Ashley also shares about her new book, 'Generation Alpha: Understanding Our Children and Helping Them Thrive'.

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08/06/2021

There’s a new episode in your feed with TV guy, podcast guy, and return guest guy Marc Fennell. We go deep on the issues surrounding museums, discuss whether cancel culture should impact items on display, and much more.

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31/05/2021

There’s a new episode in your feeds this morning with author and podcaster Jessie Stephens fixing the problem of heartbreak. 💔

Why is heartbreak not considered a proper form of grief, and how do we deal with it? Jessie’s new book Heartsick explores three real-life stories of heartbreak — and she also shares all about the writing process on this episode.

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10/05/2021

In today’s new episode Tim Costello, Chief Advocate of The Alliance for Gambling Reform (Pokies Play You) joins the podcast to discuss poker machines. They are ruining lives, and yet we so easily turn a blind eye to them. What can be done to change Australia's pokies problem?

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03/05/2021

A new episode awaits you today, with special guest Gabbi Bolt! Just months ago, Gabbi was a musician living in the country town of Bathurst, then overnight found herself becoming part of a worldwide musical - Ratatousical - on TikTok.

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30/04/2021

Heard our latest episode yet? In it, Sam asks journalist Kurt Johnson why there are so little electric vehicles in Australia (less than one per cent of all vehicles), and what needs to happen to ensure they are not only rolled out here, but manufactured here too. 🚗

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27/04/2021

When you look around the world, it’s clear that electric vehicles (EVs) are the future of transportation, but here in Australia at least, things are moving very slowly.

Journalist Kurt Johnson claims that Australia has all the advantages in the world to manufacture electric vehicles, and yet it just isn’t happening. So, what shall we do about electric vehicles? Plug in (your headphones) and listen. 🚗

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19/04/2021

We’re back with a brand new season! In the first episode we’re trying to solve game shows. A genre that used to be super popular is disappearing from primetime television. My guest is writer for The Ringer, Claire McNear, who has written a book about enduring format !

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11/04/2021

In our most recent episode comedian and host of , Cameron James joined the show to fix the problems surrounding world records. Is the whole Guinness system a sham?

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11/01/2021

Did you enjoy a summer novel over the last few weeks? How can you keep a reading habit going once holidays end? Nat Amoore - Writer & Podcast Host is on the podcast this week to share some wisdom!

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03/01/2021

We're now in 2021, but what shall we do about 2020? Write it off as a dumpster fire year, or take on the things we learned through it? In our latest episode, return guests Melanie Tait and Tali Aualiitia share their thoughts following their rather disrupted years.

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20/12/2020

Malls worldwide are struggling against the ease of online shopping, with department stores having to close or rebrand. So, what shall we do about shopping centres? Seven Network’s Finance Editor Gemma Acton has plenty of insights, in our most recent episode.

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08/12/2020

New episode in your feeds with journalist, author and self-confessed 'Crap Housewife', Jessica Rowe, discussing the problems of cooking and entertaining. How can we take the pressure down when cooking is not our forte?

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01/12/2020

New episode out today discussing the problems of money with Senior Reporter at The Saturday Paper, Rick Morton. Rick grew up poor in remote Queensland, an upbringing that has affected his view of dollars and cents ever since.

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23/11/2020

We're back for a brand new season, with a guest who wants to head to Mars and never return. Dianne McGrath - Mars One Astronaut Candidate jumped on the podcast to explain why, and how we can learn from our mistakes to ensure we care for Mars on arrival.

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20/10/2020

What Shall We Do About...? has clocked up 50 weekly episodes, which seems to be the perfect marker to go on hiatus for a bit. Keep subscribed for a few new episodes before the end of 2020, and another big season in 2021.

A big thanks to you for all your listens, downloads, reviews and feedback. I’ve been blown away by the response to this podcast and have loved hearing how it has moved and challenged you.

And to the many guests who have given me their time and expertise - thank you. It’s been a real highlight of 2020 for me, and I’m looking forward to solving more less pressing issues really soon!

-Sam

07/10/2020

Maz Compton brought up our most recent episode on her radio show this week...

Gawndy & Maz

28/09/2020

Episode 50 (🎉) is out this morning with the fabulous Maz Compton discussing conspiracy theories - an obsession with which she formed a few years back. We discuss how to navigate conspiracy theories, and when a fun deep dive can become dangerous.

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22/09/2020

There's a new episode in your feeds today with the wonderful Costa Georgiadis Official from Gardening Australia talking , and showing that getting into composting is easy, important, and so worthwhile.

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15/09/2020

Space. It’s a scary place. But is space accessible to all, or just those with the wealth to travel and view it? Astrophysicist Kirsten Banks is on the podcast this week talking space, travel, and whether there’s life out there...

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07/09/2020

How much time do you spend scrolling your phone each day? Chances are that it’s more than you’d like to admit, and you probably feel guilty about it too. Sydney comedian Lauren Bonner - Comedian joined the show this week to talk screen time.

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31/08/2020

Remember the sense of wonder and curiosity that we had when we were younger? NSW Young Australian of the Year Corey Tutt is inspiring kids to be curious through DeadlyScience LTD. In today’s new episode, hear Corey share his story, and how you can join him in his excellent and important work.

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24/08/2020

Happy Tuesday! This week we’re talking crosswords with word nerd David Astle. With print media in decline, is the crossword under threat? With nearly 40 years of crossword writing experience, David actually believes it’s a new ‘golden age’ for the puzzle.

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17/08/2020

There’s a new episode in your feeds this morning featuring Cheryl Toh AKA Tiger Mum, one of the Chasers on Channel Seven’s The Chase Australia tackling trivia. It can be a thrill learning about the world, but does competition ruin the fun?

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11/08/2020

A new episode is in your feeds today featuring Craig Reucassel talking about our carbon footprint. He's taken on the War on Waste, and starting tonight on ABC TV + iview he begins the . There's plenty to take away from this week's episode.

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