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In the latest episode of their madcap cooking show, inFredible, Fred gets turned into Peanut Butter and chased by the Peanut Butter Beast! We are joined by Andy Griffiths, author of the hilarious You and Me and the Peanut Butter Beast, illustrated by Bill Hope.  Lessons include: Table manners help you enjoy your meal safely and mindfully; if a device is unnecessary, set it aside while you eat. Australian Children's Laureate Andy Griffiths is our special guest this week. His latest book is a fully illustrated adventure for kids 6-10, called You and Me and the Peanut Butter Beast! We read the first two books with Thing 1 and Thing 2 and all had a lot of laughs. Find it at your favorite bookstore and please share any What Ifs it inspires! Subscribe, Support the show, and get our Yoto Cards! Want more kids podcasts for the whole family? Grown-ups, subscribe to Starglow+ here. Learn more about Starglow Media here. Follow Starglow on Instagram and YouTube Share questions with a grownup's help via email: hello@whatifworldpodcast.com or voicemail: 205-605-WHAT (9428) Eric and  Karen O'Keeffe make  What If World. Our producer is  Miss Lynn. Character art by  Ana Stretcu, episode art by  Lynn Hickernell, podcast art by  Jason O'Keefe, and theme song by  Craig Martinson.

In this episode of The Growing Readers Podcast, host Bianca Schulze welcomes back New York Times bestselling author Andy Griffiths and, for the very first time on the podcast, illustrator Bill Hope, to talk about their wildly fun, reader-inside-the-story series, You and Me.Andy shares how fan mail from kids asking to be put inside the Treehouse books planted the seed for an entirely new kind of adventure—one where the reader is always the co-star. Bill reveals what it felt like to get the secretive call from the publisher, how he solved the puzzle of illustrating characters with no visible identity, and why he still considers his work a long, joyful attempt to scratch the same itch sparked by a Quentin Blake how-to-draw book at age ten. Together, they pull back the curtain on a creative partnership built on high-pressure play, a very low boredom threshold, and Bill's ongoing mission to sneak a human being into at least one illustration.Whether you're a parent looking for books that work at bedtime for every age in the room, a teacher wanting highly illustrated adventures that do the heavy lifting so young readers can focus on the fun, or a kid who has ever wondered what it would be like to jump into a story yourself — this episode is a joyful celebration of two books that prove the silliest ideas are worth working very, very hard on.Read the transcript on The Children's Book Review (coming soon).Highlights:The Fan Mail That Started It All: How letters from kids asking to be put inside the Treehouse books gave Andy the idea for an entirely new seriesHigh-Pressure Play: What it felt like for Bill to audition for the biggest job of his career — and why Andy and Jill's secret weapon is a very low boredom thresholdThe Cardboard Box Solution: How Bill solved the puzzle of illustrating two characters with no visible identity—and why first-person perspective alone was never going to workJohnny Knucklehead Was Supposed to Be a Side Character: How a fifth sketch became the series' most beloved agent of chaos—and why he keeps getting bigger with every bookThemes That Emerge from the Fun: Why the quiet life lessons in both books weren't planted there, they grewPity the Reader: Andy on Kurt Vonnegut's guiding principle and why every creative decision comes back to making reading as pleasurable as possibleNotable Quote:"There's no wrong answers, no jokes that are too silly. You sort of put a lot of stuff out there — it's a long period of me just pitching dumb stuff at Andy and seeing what sticks." — Bill HopeBooks Mentioned:You and Me and the Land of Lost Things by Andy Griffiths and Bill Hope: ⁠Amazon⁠ or ⁠Bookshop.org⁠You and Me and the Peanut Butter Beast by Andy Griffiths and Bill Hope: ⁠Amazon⁠ or ⁠Bookshop.org⁠101 Books to Read Before You Grow Up (Revised Edition) by Bianca Schulze: Amazon⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠Bookshop.org⁠⁠About Andy Griffiths: New York Times bestselling author of The Day My Butt Went Psycho!, the Treehouse series, and many more. Named the Australian Children's Book Laureate. Ambassador for the Indigenous Literacy Project. Visit: andygriffiths.com.auAbout Bill Hope: Artist and illustrator living in the Blue Mountains, Sydney. His graphic novel An Interior Life won the Golden Ledger award for Australian Comics. Visit: billhope.com.auCredits: Host: Bianca Schulze | Guests: Andy Griffiths and Bill Hope | Audio Editor: Kelly Rink | Producer: Bianca Schulze

From a regional QLD property to our studio mic, 14 year old Giaan Zammataro joined us with her award-winning original 'To The Kid'. Fresh off winning Young Songwriter of the Year a the Australian Children's Music Foundation Songwriting competition - from a last minute entry to winning the whole thing!! A sweet reminder that big dreams can come from small towns! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, journalist William Christou made the long journey to al-Roj camp in north-eastern Syria where 2,000 families are detained – including 23 children and 11 women from Australia with links to IS. These Australian citizens attempted to leave the camp last week with the hopes of making it to their homeland, but were forced to turn back. They are now at the centre of a political storm. In this exclusive, you will hear from the Australian children stuck in Syria. Christou speaks to Nour Haydar about how he met the children, the conditions they live in and why they want to come home

A Gluten Free Podcast Episode 217 Today's highlight is from my episode with Dr. Andrew Williams, Principal Scientist at Westmead Children's Hospital in Sydney, Australia. Dr. Williams has spent decades researching coeliac disease and the complex immunological processes behind it. In the full episode we explore how coeliac disease research has evolved, what still needs to change and how early diagnosis in children could significantly improve health outcomes across Australia and globally. In this highlight Dr Williams explains a study he conducted which screened children at random in Westmead Children's Hospital for coeliac disease. Links Listen to the full episode here Join A Gluten Free Podcast Facebook group here 

In this exciting interview, our Children's Category Manager Dion, sits down with Australian Children's author, Jeremy Lachlan, to discuss his award-winning fantasy series the Jane Doe Chronicles!A lost girl. A nefarious god. A secret path to save the worlds. In the explosive finale to the beloved and best-selling Jane Doe Chronicles, Jane faces an impossible battle against an all-powerful enemy - and the fate of every Otherworld hangs in the balance. The fourth book in this bestselling series "Jane Doe And The God Of All Hours" is coming this September!Order your copy of "Jane Doe And The God Of All Hours" at your local QBD Books store or online today: https://www.qbd.com.au/the-jane-doe-chronicles-04-jane-doe-and-the-god-of-all-hours/jeremy-lachlan/9781760501846/Follow along with QBD Books here: QBD Books on Facebook: www.facebook.com/qbdbooksQBD Books on Instagram: www.instagram.com/qbdbooksQBD Books on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@qbdbooksaustralia

How do you get kids to love reading in a world of screens and short attention spans? In this warm and practical conversation, Dr Justin Coulson sits down with one of Australia’s most beloved authors — and current Children’s Laureate — Sally Rippin. Together they explore why connection matters more than comprehension, how to support struggling readers, and the simple, joyful ways families can bring books back to life at home. You’ll hear:– Why “all kids can be readers” (even reluctant ones)– How neuroscience is changing the way we teach reading– The role of modelling and family rituals in raising readers– Why choice and curiosity keep kids engaged– The surprising power of reading together — at any age QUOTE OF THE EPISODE“There’s no better way to help kids fall in love with reading than for them to fall in love with you while you read together.” – Dr Justin Coulson RESOURCES– Sally Rippin, Australian Children’s Laureate: https://www.childrenslaureate.org.au– Sally’s books: School of Monsters, Billy B. Brown, and more– Happy Families: https://www.happyfamilies.com.au ACTION STEPS FOR PARENTS Read together — bedtime, car rides, or even audiobooks count. Model reading — let kids see you enjoying books. Offer choice — let them pick their own books, then choose one to share. Make it fun — voices, suspense, and laughter bring stories alive. Stay curious — use books as a doorway into your child’s world. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Allison chats to award-winning author Gabrielle Wang about her magical latest novel ‘The Silken Thread', listening to the ghosts, and writing again after her term as the Australian Children's Laureate. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au

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The future of Storytelling Finding the right life balance, the future of AI Bots, and Brock the Croc is back with another snappy adventure. On today's show, we chat to a legend Australian Children's author all about why we write, what we write and how we write for kids. We chat about finding the right life balance, the future of AI bots and their impact on creators, and an exciting new book hitting your shelves real soon.  Today's special guest Adrian Beck is an Australian children's author renowned for his humorous and action-packed stories. His popular works include the "Furball" series, the "Derek Dool" series, and the "Little Legends" series co-authored with Nicole Hayes. Adrian is also the author of the "Fox Kid" series, designed to support children who find reading challenging. Beyond writing, he has a background as a TV producer and is passionate about fostering a love of reading among young audiences. Residing in Melbourne with his family, Adrian continues to inspire children through his engaging books and dynamic school visits.   "Brock the Croc" is a children's book series by Australian author Adrian Beck, featuring the adventures of Brock, a lively crocodile residing in a bustling swamp. As the sole crocodile, Brock revels in attention, hosting extravagant swamp discos, riding his motorbike, and shredding on his electric guitar. In the first installment, "Bite Me!" (2025), Brock and his animal friends face the threat of their swamp being destroyed by human development, challenging Brock to live up to his self-proclaimed hero status. The sequel, "Make It Snappy!" (2025), sees Brock confronting Gruntzilla, a colossal robot menace, testing his leadership and courage to protect his home. Illustrated by Dean Rankine, the series combines humor, action, and themes of friendship and environmental conservation.

In this episode, we chat with Jacey Pryjma, clinic owner of the Australian Children's Chiropractic Centre in Newcastle, Australia. Jacey shares her journey of significant growth in her clinic over the past three years, despite facing personal challenges and raising a family. The discussion delves into the key decisions Jacey made to navigate the complexities of balancing business and family life. She emphasises the importance of being intentional with values when making decisions, which serves as a guiding principle in both her personal and professional life. Jacey also discusses the sacrifices she made, including her personal income, as an investment in the clinic's future. Tune in to hear practical insights and inspiration from Jacey's experiences in building a purposeful life and thriving clinic.If you found this episode valuable, please give us a thumbs up, share, comment, and give us your ratings on: iTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grow-your-clinic/id1332920944?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/03nmt7gYDfeeOPV6qBmVTu Watch on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@clinicmastery We appreciate your support and feedback!

By the age of one, Juanito Reinelle Collantes already had a good sense of tone when singing, and by three, he was playing the piano and trumpet. He participated in many performances before being selected for the Australian Children's Choir. - Sa edad na isang taong gulang may tono na kapag kumakanta hanggang natutong tumugtog ng piano at trumpet sa edad na 3 si Juanito Reinelle Collantes. Sumali na siya sa maraming performances hanggang napasama siya sa Australian Children's Choir.

Emotional abuse is the most prevalent form of child maltreatment in Australia, affecting 57 per cent of children surveyed between 2022 and 2023, according to Act for Kids. Despite this alarming statistic, only half of Australians would report suspected abuse. Child and Family Counsellor & Psychotherapist Kopal Sinha points out the cultural barriers that often prevent children from sharing their experiences and stresses the importance of parents fostering a safe environment for open communication.

In this special episode, Kate and Katherine seek out advice from the best as they both prepare to launch brand new books for kids. They are delighted to be chatting with author, illustrator and current Australian Children's Laureate, Sally Rippin. How to launch a MG book and why it's different from launching an adult book, the art of illustration, taking the business side of author life seriously, the problem with the word 'lucky', how to be a good industry citizen, the difference between 'learning to read' and 'reading to learn' and Sally's advice on writing a cracking kids book.  Kate & Katherine also chat a little about their new books and upcoming events: Find out about Katherine Collette's middle grade novel The Too Tall Tales of Alma T. Best: Out of Bounds and check out her events on instagram and coaching info. Check out Kate Mildenhall's debut picture book To Stir With Love, illustrated by Jess Racklyeft out on Oct 3. Kate will be touring the book over October and November - find events via this tour page or on her instagram. Check out show notes for this episode on our website www.thefirsttimepodcast.com

One in five Australian children suffer from chronic pain. But new research shows the problem is often ignored, leading to delays in diagnosis and treatment. That can affect their physical and mental development.

Emotional abuse of Australian children is on the rise, becoming the most common form of child abuse. Despite this, new research shows that only half of Australians would report suspected child abuse to authorities. Mental health experts are calling for more awareness of the hidden damage caused by emotional abuse and its profound impact on young lives. - Эмоциональное насилие над детьми в Австралии растет, становясь наиболее распространенной формой жестокого обращения с детьми. Несмотря на это, новое исследование показывает, что только половина австралийцев сообщат властям о предполагаемом насилии над детьми.

Emotional abuse of Australian children is on the rise, becoming the most common form of child abuse. Listen to SBS Sinhala explainer for more information. - ඕස්ට්‍රේලියාව තුලදී ළමුන්ට සිදුවන මානසික පීඩා ආශ්‍රිත සිදුවීම් ඉහල යමින් පවතින බව වාර්තාවේ. මානසික වශයෙන් ළමුන් අපයෝජනයට ලක්කිරීම ඕස්ට්‍රේලියාව තුල බහුල වශයෙන්ම සිදුවන ළමා අපයෝජන තත්වය ලෙස වාර්තා වේ. ඕස්ට්‍රේලියාවේ ජාතික ළමා ආරක්ෂණ සතිය ලෙස නම්කොට තිබෙන මේ සතියේ ළමුන්ට සිදුවන මානසික අපයෝජන තත්වයන් සම්බන්දව අලුත්ම තොරතුරු අද කාලීන තොරතුර විග්‍රහයෙන්.

Emotional abuse of Australian children is the most common form of child abuse and it is increasing. However, a new study shows that only half of Australians would report suspected child abuse to the authorities. Mental health experts are therefore calling for greater awareness of the hidden harms of emotional abuse and its profound effects on young people's lives. - Der emotionale Missbrauch von australischen Kindern ist die häufigste Form von Kindesmisshandlung und er nimmt zu. Eine neue Studie zeigt aber, dass nur die Hälfte der Australier einen Verdacht auf Kindesmissbrauch den Behörden melden würde. Darum fordern Experten für psychische Gesundheit eine stärkere Sensibilisierung für die verborgenen Schäden des emotionalen Missbrauchs und seine tiefgreifenden Auswirkungen auf das Leben junger Menschen.

Emotional abuse of Australian children is on the rise, becoming the most common form of child abuse. Despite this, new research shows that only half of Australians would report suspected child abuse to authorities. - Emosyonal na pang-aabuso sa mga bata sa Australia nagiging laganap, ito nagiging pinakakaraniwang anyo ng pang-aabuso sa mga bata.

Emotional abuse of Australian children is on the rise, becoming the most common form of child abuse. Despite this, new research shows that only half of Australians would report suspected child abuse to authorities. Mental health experts are calling for more awareness of the hidden damage caused by emotional abuse and its profound impact on young lives.

A must-listen recording of the Your Kid's Next Read ‘Raising Wild Readers' event, held on 23 July 2024, featuring Megan Daley in conversation with Sally Rippin, the 2024-2025 Australian Children's Laureate. This in-depth discussion looks at the joys and challenges of getting – and keeping – kids reading, and offers valuable insights, tips and advice for improving literacy outcomes in Australia and fostering a love of literature in all types of young readers. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | childrensbooksdaily.com | yourkidsnextread.com.au

Photos of Australian children are being used to train Artificial Intelligence (AI) datasets, according to the latest research by Human Rights Watch. This discovery emerged during a supply chain investigation initiated after deepfake images of up to 50 girls from a Melbourne-based high school were released last month. Professor Harvinder Singh from Torrens University's Centre for Artificial Intelligence Research and Optimisation explains how data scraping works and provides tips on staying safe online.

It's emerged that photos of Australian children have been used in a massive dataset used to train Artificial Intelligence. Researchers from Human Rights Watch made the discovery, following a supply chain investigation linked to the release of deep-fake images of up to 50 girls from a high school in Melbourne last month. - अस्ट्रेलियन बालबालिकाका फोटोहरू अनुमति बिना प्रयोग गरेर 'आर्टिफिसियल इन्टेलिजेन्स' वा एआईको माध्यमबाट 'डीपफेक' भनिने दुरुस्त नक्कलप्रतिहरू बनाइएको ह्युमन राइट्स वचले बताएको छ। प्रविधिको तीव्र विकाससँगै सरकारले कडा नीतिहरू लागू गर्नु पर्ने सम्बन्धित अधिकारीहरूको भनाइ छ।

It's emerged that photos of Australian children have been used in a massive dataset used to train Artificial Intelligence. Researchers from Human Rights Watch made the discovery, following a supply chain investigation linked to the release of deep-fake images of up to 50 girls from a high school in Melbourne last month. - Выяснилось, что фотографии австралийских детей были использованы в огромном наборе данных для обучения искусственного интеллекта. Исследователи из Хьюман Райтс Вотч сделали это открытие после расследования публикации в прошлом месяце фейковых изображений до 50 девочек из средней школы в Мельбурне.

A new report from Human Rights Watch reveals that personal photos or images of children in Australia have been used to train some artificial intelligence tools without the consent or knowledge of the children and their families. - Lumabas sa isang bagong ulat ng Human Rights Watch na ginamit ang mga personal photos o mga larawan ng mga bata sa Australia upang ma-train ang ilang artificial intelligence tools, nang walang consent o walang alam ang mga bata at pamilya nito.

It's emerged that photos of Australian children have been used in a massive dataset used to train Artificial Intelligence. Researchers from Human Rights Watch made the discovery, following a supply chain investigation linked to the release of deep-fake images of up to 50 girls from a high school in Melbourne last month.

Join Cheryl Lee - That Radio Chick on STILL ROCKIN' IT for news, reviews, music and interviews with some of our favourite Australian musicians.Ever wondered what it's like to start a legendary music career at 21? Join us as we chat with the iconic Australian entertainer, Don Spencer, whose journey from Tamworth to global stardom is nothing short of inspiring. You'll hear about his serendipitous encounter with songwriter Roger Whittaker in Kenya that sparked his musical passion, leading to roles in beloved programs like Play School in both Australia and the UK. Don's reflections on his career, his unwavering love for music, and his decision to never retire at 87 will leave you motivated and touched.From hosting UK pop shows and interviewing legends like Tony Bennett to his impactful charity work with the Australian Children's Music Foundation, Don's story is one of dedication and heart. Discover the vibrant tapestry of his life, including his children's ventures into entertainment. This episode is not just a tribute to his remarkable achievements but a celebration of his enduring commitment to music and philanthropy. Tune in for an enriching conversation with a man who continues to inspire and give back to the community.What has Don Spencer been up to lately?  Let's find out!!Get out when you can, support local music and I'll see you down the front!!Visit: ThatRadioChick.com.au

There's fresh hope in the fight against deadly childhood cancers, with trials of a new approach doubling survival rates for some patients. Genome sequencing is being used to better match treatment to a child's cancer driver genes in what's called personalised medicine. Australian researchers say the outcome is the result of almost 10 years of work. - Появилась новая надежда на борьбу со смертельным раком у детей: испытания нового подхода удваивают показатели выживаемости некоторых пациентов. Эта разработка - результат почти 10-летней работы австралийских исследователей над тем, как генетический анализ может определить лучшие и более персонализированные варианты лечения.

There is new hope in the fight against deadly cancers in children, with trials of a new approach doubling the survival rate of some patients. - Ada harapan baru dalam perjuangan melawan kanker mematikan pada anak, dengan uji coba pendekatan baru yang melipatgandakan tingkat kelangsungan hidup beberapa pasien.

There's fresh hope in the fight against deadly childhood cancers, with trials of a new approach doubling survival rates for some patients. Genome sequencing is being used to better match treatment to a child's cancer driver genes in what's called personalised medicine. Australian researchers say the outcome is the result of almost 10 years of work.

Seven out of 10 Aussies are rewatching TV shows from their childhood and it's all part of a nostalgia trend. A recent study by Swinburne, RMIT University, and Australian Children's Television Cultures found that jumping back into old shows is a form of comfort watching. Katrina Blowers is joined by Joanna McIntyre from the study to find out why we are choosing to binge shows from the past.   Headlines: New truce discussions underway between Hamas and Israel  Trump responds to Colorado election decision  Anthony Albanese to travel Far North Queensland today Christmas penis fractures warning   Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you heard that your child needs to be sitting unassisted before commencing solids? Ever wondered what the importance of milestones are and what it might mean if your child is not quite where they need to be? today on the podcast we interview Dr Jacey Pryma about all things milestones and sitting unassisted before commencing solids.Dr Jacey Pryjma is a Fellow Paediatric Chiropractor and Advanced Paediatric Chiropractor who has dedicated her career to working with women through pregnancy, caring for babies, children and teens. As a mum to two children, Dr Jacey knows the journey motherhood and childhood development takes us on. She runs the Australian Children's Chiropractic Centre her in Newcastle - the most stunning centre developed to support todays children to be tomorrows health ambassadors by making caring for the body fun, engaging and at the heart of family life.In this podcast we chat to Jacey about:Why are meeting milestones are important for our babiesHow we would know if our child needs additional support with early milestonesWhether or not it is meaningful if our child reaches milestones really earlyWhat sitting unassisted actually means and why is it important that our child can sit unassisted before commencing solidsSitting aids and devicesStrategies to support our little ones in meeting their milestonesand so much more!You can connect with Jacey on instagram or her website - and if you're lucky enough to live in Newcastle you can see her or her team at her stunning practice.Today's episode was brought to you by Kollab. We have been long time fans of the Kollab range, with their bright and fun prints, and practical products that are not only so useful, but aesthetically pleasing and environmentally friendly too! Kate and Luka both love the picnic rugs - which travel almost everywhere with them, but they have an incredible range of other offerings including market and shopping bags, lunch bags, beach umbrellas and more!Use the code BOOBTOFOOD10 for 10% off site wide. Visit kollab.com.au to check out their range.Follow us on instagram @boobtofood to stay up to date with all the podcast news, recipes and other content that we bring to help make meal times and family life easier.Visit www.boobtofood.com for blogs and resources, to book an appointment with one of our amazing practitioners and more.Presented by Luka McCabe and Kate HolmTo get in touch please email podcast@boobtofood.com

Niramsin Yacou, an Australian pop singer with Iraqi indigenous ancestry, partnered with renowned Aboriginal educator and author, Fran Dobbie, on an initiative to teach Assyrian school children about Indigenous values. Ms Dobbie presented educational lessons while Ms Yacou engaged the children in dancing and singing lessons.

Nick and Jules venture into the podcast world alone today, with no producer by their side to crunch numbers. Nick met the greatest of Samaritans while on holiday, and the team to with manifesting. Plus, some bits from their first show back from break: Nick versus the Australian Children's Choir. Brushes with celebrity. Meet the new Bachelors. Jules' team breaks the drought. Nick gets stranded in... North Korea? Subscribe on LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/tim-and-jessSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You might recognise Don Spencer from his three decades on Play School. That's how most Australians know him. But there's so much more to Don than bears and chairs. He is, as we discovered, one of those people with “stories to tell”. He's toured with the Rolling Stones, flirted with Marianne Faithfull, played hockey with the national Kenyan team, learnt guitar from Roger Whittaker, and had Russell Crowe as a son-in-law. But it's Don's work behind the scenes that will ultimately ensure his legacy. For more than 20 years, Don's been providing free music lessons to Australia's most disadvantaged kids - through the Australian Children's Music Foundation, which he founded – and Future Generation Australia supports. So far, the organisation has delivered almost 270,000 free music lessons.

CALLING ALL THIRSTY MOMS! There is a HOT WIGGLE (yes, one of the members of Australian Children's Group ‘The Wiggles' is SMOKING. HOT) and because Jessi is the global ambassador for thirsty moms, she tracked down all six of his abs in Australia to PHONE HIM. (Turns out he's even hotter when you get to know him on the INSIDE. Who knew!?) Plus! HUGE news in the world of Penis! A celebrity bridezilla is EXPOSED! Tiger Woods is embarrassing! And ANGELA BASSET DID THE THING. (listen to this ep and you will not stop saying this). As always, LEAVE ME A MESSAGE and ASK ME ANYTHING: 323-448-0068 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kim Kane is an award-winning Australian author of 25 books for children and teenagers. Kim's books have been published throughout the world and translated into a number of languages. Before she began writing for children, Kim practised commercial law for a decade. Kim is an advocate for children's writing and sits on the board of the Australian Children's Laureate Foundation.  Kim's books include the CBCA short-listed picture book Family Forest, and her time-slip children's novel When the Lyrebird Calls and the Ginger Green series.  Kim is a mother of two sons and lives in Melbourne. 

With the federal Budget (Oct 25) just days away, and Anti-Poverty Week [16-22 Oct] in full swing, there's an increased focus on cost of living pressures. Anglicare Australia have a new report that they say shows the full extent of the crisis.

The Anti-Poverty Week lasted from October 16 to 22, and since there are only a few days left until the announcement of the federal budget, the focus is on increased cost-of-living pressures. Anglicare Australia is the national umbrella body for social services and in its new report shows the full extent of the economic crisis.

The Anti-Poverty Week lasted from October 16 to 22, and since there are only a few days left until the announcement of the federal budget, the focus is on increased cost-of-living pressures. Anglicare Australia is the national umbrella body for social services and in its new report shows the full extent of the economic crisis.

With the federal Budget just days away, and Anti-Poverty Week in full swing, there's an increased focus on cost of living pressures. Anglicare Australia have a new report that they say shows the full extent of the crisis.

Anglicare Australia says working families are increasingly among those seeking assistance at its emergency relief centres. The charitable organisation says the federal Budget needs to include measures to help a growing number of people struggling with the cost of living.

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A new tool has been launched for schools to help students safely navigate the digital world.

Celebrated Australian author and narrator Morris Gleitzman spoke with host Jo Reed for today's bonus episode of Behind the Mic. The Australian Children's Laureate from 2018-2019 is perhaps best known for his series of books that begins with ONCE, which concluded last year with the heartfelt ALWAYS. Listen to the conversation to gain insights into his moving, humorous, and hopeful books for young listeners, and on narrating his own audiobooks. Discover reviews of Morris's audiobooks at AudioFile's website. Find more audiobook recommendations at audiofilemagazine.com Today's episode is sponsored by Naxos AudioBooks. April is National Poetry Month. Celebrate with The Great Poets: Walt Whitman– an excellent introduction, and an AudioFile Earphones Award winner. Read by Garrick Hagon, this audiobook contains some of Whitman's greatest poems, including Crossing Brooklyn Ferry, Out of the Cradle Endlessly Rocking, and When the Lilacs Gently Bloomed. Find out about it at naxosaudiobooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices