Eve Reloaded

Bigumbal and Kamilaroi man and leader of the Wesleyan Methodist church of Australia, Dr Rev Rex Rigby, helps us think Christianly about the upcoming referendum on an Indigenous Voice to Parliament. What part does an earthly government play in indigenous wellbeing? What should we be looking to Parliament for, in comparison to our ultimate ruler - God? And how should Christians discuss this topic in the lead up to the referendum? What is the Indigenous Voice to Parliament? Here's how it would work and who's for and against it - Angelica Silva (ABC, 15 May 2023) What is the Indigenous voice to parliament, how would it work, and what happens next? - Lorena Allam (The Guardian, 19 Apr 2023) Why I am voting “yes” in the referendum giving First Nations peoples a Voice to Parliament - Michael Barker (WAtoday, 19 May 2023)

Kids, Career, Christian - are these things that play nicely together in modern life? How do we fit together our parental responsibilities with the endless opportunities for good works outside the home? What weight should we give to the financial implications? Becky and I discuss how to look for a good choice in an imperfect world - with a bonus Bluey breakdown! Why a career is no match for motherhood - Virginia Tapscott, (The Australian, 18 Jul 2022) Join the Eve Reloaded Podcast Facebook group discussion at https://www.facebook.com/groups/2853929424707544/ We welcome your feedback, contributions and suggestions! Please share your thoughts with us at evereloadedpodcast@gmail.com. BECKY LUI was adopted into God's family sometime in 2004 when she met the real Jesus by reading the Bible with the University Christian group while studying Commerce/Law. She married Phil and managed to squeeze in a Bachelor of Theology before having three sons. ZHIEN-U BAKARICH turned her curiosity into a degree by studying a Bachelor of Communications majoring in Social Inquiry, followed by a Masters in Journalism. She now absorbs the curiosity of her two small daughters and works part time for a Christian charity.

“OK Boomer”, “Cheugy Starter Pack”, “Avocado toast” - these are the new weapons of generational warfare. Does ‘respecting your elders' mean accepting outdated advice? Is generational friction inevitable? Does being part of the family of God make a difference? (BONUS!: Fun recap of the Bluey episode “Phones”) Millennials Are the Silencing Generation - F.H. Buckley (2 Jan 2022, Wall Street Journal) What Is ‘Cheugy'? You Know It When You See It - Taylor Lorenz (29 Apr 2021, New York Times) “OK boomer” isn't just about the past. It's about our apocalyptic future - Aja Romano (19 Nov 2019, Vox) Join the Eve Reloaded Podcast Facebook group discussion at https://www.facebook.com/groups/2853929424707544/ We welcome your feedback, contributions and suggestions! Please share your thoughts with us at evereloadedpodcast@gmail.com. BECKY LUI was adopted into God's family sometime in 2004 when she met the real Jesus by reading the Bible with the University Christian group while studying Commerce/Law. She married Phil and managed to squeeze in a Bachelor of Theology before having three sons. ZHIEN-U BAKARICH turned her curiosity into a degree by studying a Bachelor of Communications majoring in Social Inquiry, followed by a Masters in Journalism. She now absorbs the curiosity of her two small daughters and works part time for a Christian non-profit.

This episode takes a bit of a different tack as we chat through a few quick things including online shopping (what are your household rules around spending?), vaccine hesitancy (with no shouting!), and learning from home (without despairing). As always we turn to the Bible for wisdom and encouragement. Join the Eve Reloaded Podcast Facebook group discussion at https://www.facebook.com/groups/2853929424707544/ We welcome your feedback, contributions and suggestions! Please share your thoughts with us at evereloadedpodcast@gmail.com. BECKY LUI was adopted into God's family sometime in 2004 when she met the real Jesus by reading the Bible with the University Christian group while studying Commerce/Law. She married Phil and managed to squeeze in a Bachelor of Theology before having three sons. ZHIEN-U BAKARICH turned her curiosity into a degree by studying a Bachelor of Communications majoring in Social Inquiry, followed by a Masters in Journalism. She now absorbs the curiosity of her two small daughters and works part time for a Christian non-profit.

Should we reduce the human population to prevent global warming? Which 'green' activities are worth putting effort into? Does capitalism make it impossible for us to steward the Earth? Can the Bible help us face climate anxiety? This wide-ranging discussion touches on plastics, the meat-free movement, composting, renewable energy, and Jesus! Phone a friend: Boris Johnson pressures Morrison on net zero by 2050 during climate call - Bevan Shields (SMH, 15 May 2021) Earth Day 2021: Behaviours we were forced to adopt during the coronavirus pandemic that we should keep - Gus Bruno (7News, 23 April 2021) Net zero emissions won't be achieved in 'cafes and wine bars', Scott Morrison says - (SBS News, 20 April 2021) Curb population growth to tackle climate change: now that's a tough ask - Michael P. Cameron, Associate Professor in Economics, University of Waikato (The Conversation, 25 January 2021)

At the March 4 Justice rallies, women around Australia protested for the safety of women from sexual assault. Becky and I reflect on our own experiences and offer some advice on becoming more comfortable with speaking up. We discuss if making noise is the only solution, how we dispel taboos around sexual assault, and share our views about sex education. Ex-Liberal staffer Brittany Higgins speaks at March 4 Justice rally in Canberra - Chanel Zagon, Nine News (15 March 2021) Talking sex by the book, Patricia Weerakoon Mensline Resistport.org Please contact 1800RESPECT or Lifeline on 13 11 14 for support. We welcome your feedback, contributions and suggestions! Please share your thoughts with us at evereloadedpodcast@gmail.com. Join the Eve Reloaded Podcast Facebook group discussion at https://www.facebook.com/groups/2853929424707544/

Is it time to reclaim the word ‘spinster'? Can the Bible offer us a better alternative to the overwhelming assumption in our culture that women should get married? Our first ever guest Kitty Chan, who has never been married, joins Becky and I in untangling the lies and truth about being ‘never married'. We touch on dating, making life choices, and what to do if you sometimes feel sad about being single. Why are increasing numbers of women choosing to be single? - Emma John, The Guardian (17 Jan 2021) We welcome your feedback, contributions and suggestions! Please share your thoughts with us at evereloadedpodcast@gmail.com. Join the Eve Reloaded Podcast Facebook group discussion at https://www.facebook.com/groups/2853929424707544/ BECKY LUI was adopted into God's family sometime in 2004 when she met the real Jesus by reading the Bible with the University Christian group while studying Commerce/Law. She married Phil and managed to squeeze in a Bachelor of Theology before having three sons. ZHIEN-U BAKARICH turned her curiosity into a degree by studying a Bachelor of Communications majoring in Social Inquiry, followed by a Masters in Journalism. She now absorbs the curiosity of her two small daughters and works part time for a Christian non-profit.

Have you experienced the “Christmas paradox” - the feelings of joy, excitement, anticipation of Christmas meeting stress, dread, angst from all the things Christmas entails? Becky and I discuss a Biblical way of navigating the ‘silly season' and the things that stress us out. Should we do Santa? Are we obliged to run around visiting everyone? What if you've partied too hard at the office party? Christmas gives us possibly the most perfect paradox of our lives - Virginia Trioli (5 December 2020, ABC) Verandah Santa (Bluey episode, ABC iView) Book: Just Nicholas - Annie Kratzsch Book: When Santa learned the gospel - Simon Camilleri Eve Reloaded Podcast will be interviewed at SWEATCON! Registrations are open now: SWEATCON 19-22 January 2021 https://www.sweat.org.au/ We welcome your feedback, contributions and suggestions! Please share your thoughts with us at evereloadedpodcast@gmail.com. Join the Eve Reloaded Podcast Facebook group discussion at https://www.facebook.com/groups/2853929424707544/

How are you planning to spend your summer? Should we ‘holiday at home' as per Hamish Blake & Zoe Foster-Blake's new ad campaign? Can travel be a spiritual experience? Becky takes us to the Bible to consider God's perspective on holidays, travel, and rest. Hamish, Zoe Foster Blake spruik Australia holidays in $7 million campaign (13 October 2020, News.com.au) Resources for people struggling with mental health or safety at home: Beyond Blue: www.beyondblue.org.au 1800 Respect: www.1800respect.org.au Lifeline: www.lifeline.org.au Talk to your GP: www.healthdirect.gov.au/talking-to-your-doctor-gp-about-mental-health

Women are more likely to be 'essential workers', while at the same time, more likely to be out of work. How can we support each other as sisters in Christ? As Christians, should we be calling on the church or government to do more? Women have lost jobs faster than men during coronavirus but are getting less assistance, according to new research (10 June 2020, ABC) Don't Let the Pandemic Set Back Gender Equality (16 Sep 2020, Harvard Business Review) We welcome your feedback, contributions and suggestions! Please share your thoughts with us at evereloadedpodcast@gmail.com. Join the Eve Reloaded Podcast Facebook group discussion at https://www.facebook.com/groups/2853929424707544/

In a culture obsessed by women's bodies, is there a better alternative to 'body positivity'? What's a helpful way to talk to our friends about bodies? Can we please stop talking about Adele's body? - Arwa Mahdawi (9 May 2020, The Guardian) We welcome your feedback, contributions and suggestions! Please share your thoughts with us at evereloadedpodcast@gmail.com. Join the Eve Reloaded Podcast Facebook group discussion at https://www.facebook.com/groups/2853929424707544/ BECKY LUI was adopted into God's family sometime in 2004 when she met the real Jesus by reading the Bible with the University Christian group while studying Commerce/Law. She married Phil and managed to squeeze in a Bachelor of Theology before having three sons. ZHIEN-U BAKARICH turned her curiosity into a degree by studying a Bachelor of Communications majoring in Social Inquiry, followed by a Masters in Journalism. She now absorbs the curiosity of her two small daughters and works part time for a Christian non-profit.

In Australia, COVID-19 lockdowns have resulted in an increase in domestic work (housework!) for everyone, but even more so for women. As Christian women, how should we respond to this increased load and how can we speak to our men about it? 'Pandemic resistant': Division of household labour barely budges, report finds (2 July 2020, Sydney Morning Herald) Coronavirus has left Australian women anxious, overworked, insecure — and worse off than men again - Annabel Crabb (24 May 2020, ABC News)