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"Myth-Busting Menopause." FREE EVENT Thursday, November 14th from 4-5:30 pm PT Registration link is here: https://ivyleaguesisters.com/summit-2024-november/ I share my discoveries in my Sub stack BLOG Zevah (https://nantz14.substack.com/). In this enlightening conversation, Nancy Fisher and Tunisia Owens discuss the often-overlooked topic of menopause. They explore personal experiences with menopause symptoms, the historical context of women's health, and the significant trust gap in medical care for women. The discussion emphasizes the importance of community support, the complexities of hormone therapy, and the empowerment women can find during and after menopause. The conversation aims to educate and inspire women to take charge of their health and well-being during this critical phase of life. I'm a Dartmouth grad '01, yoga teacher, and mom of two who got side-swiped by a whole host of baffling symptoms beginning in my early forties. I am passionate about science, fitness, nutrition, culture, and exposing the many gaps in women's health. I love reading, researching, and experimenting to find the intersection of these passions in supporting my midlife journey. I'm grateful for the privilege of spending my time constantly learning. In return and finally getting back to writing (my major), Raised by three parents and doctors, I grew up in the religion of science! I love to get into the physiological and endocrinological weeds, and then translate the science into digestible information that women can use to empower themselves and build informed choice practices for better health and quality of life. Doing Harm: The Truth About How Bad Medicine and Lazy Science Leave Women Dismissed, Misdiagnosed, and Sick (2018) by Maya Dusenbery Pain and Prejudice: How the Medical System Ignores Women- and What We Can Do About It (2021) by Gabrielle Jackson
After protests against strikes on Lebanon at the weekend included some people holding the Hezbollah flag, Peter Dutton suggested parliament should be recalled to enact new anti-terrorism laws that would cover such actions if it was not already illegal. Anthony Albanese and the Labor government accused the opposition leader of seeking to ‘raise the temperature' of public debate over conflict in the Middle East. Then the debate turned to protests planned for 6 and 7 October after police in NSW tried to block the pro-Palestinian rallies from taking place.Nour Haydar speaks to deputy editor Patrick Keneally and deputy editor Gabrielle Jackson about how the opposition leader is dictating the terms of the political debate and the role of protests in our democracy
This week the Labor government is facing criticism for its proposal to put a cap on gambling advertising despite most people supporting an outright ban. But why water down legislation that holds such high community support? According to Bill Shorten, because the future of free-to-air TV depends on it.Gabrielle Jackson speaks to editor-in-chief Lenore Taylor and deputy editor Patrick Keneally about the crisis in the media, and why we should be looking for answers outside the gambling industry
The Australian government has raised the terror threat level from possible to probable. No single issue or ideology led to this rise, but as extremism spreads online – and in our communities – how concerned should we be? Bridie Jabour speaks to Guardian Australia's head of news, Mike Ticher, and deputy editor Gabrielle Jackson about why the threat of terrorism is rising around the world and what we can do to stop it
More on Gabrielle JacksonGabrielle Jackson's book: Pain and PrejudiceGabrielle's original article for The Guardian.
Opposition leader Peter Dutton is once again pitching nuclear power as the Coalition's signature energy policy. But new analysis confirms it would be the most expensive energy option in Australia's road to net zero.Gabrielle Jackson speaks to editor-in-chief Lenore Taylor and deputy editor Patrick Keneally about why a nuclear transition is the wrong path for Australia
This week, the foreign minister, Penny Wong, spoke about finding a pathway to peace in the Middle East, calling for a two-state solution and the recognition of Palestine as a state. In response, Australia's opposition leader, Peter Dutton, attacked Wong, calling her reckless and accusing her of alienating Australia's international allies. Gabrielle Jackson speaks with editor Lenore Taylor and head of newsroom Mike Ticher about the response to Wong's calls to recognise Palestinian statehood
Bruce Lehrmann's defamation case against Network Ten and Lisa Wilkinson reopened on Thursday, with former Channel Seven producer Taylor Auerbach giving new evidence. Guardian Australia media correspondent Amanda Meade tells Gabrielle Jackson what the fresh evidence could mean for one of Australia's highest-profile defamation cases.
A deficit of Liberal party policy has been exposed in the wake of Labor's win in the Dunkley byelection last week. Labor and the Greens are both on the front foot with their own policies on housing, tax, and energy. Is the Liberal party lacking in ideas on how to combat the challenges facing Australians? And will this week's front bench reshuffle make a difference? Gabrielle Jackson talks with head of newsroom Mike Ticher and national news editor Patrick Keneally about the Coalition policy deficit
Polling this week suggests that the opposition leader, Peter Dutton, is gaining voter approval despite the popularity of Labor's changes to the stage-three tax cuts. So how much can we rely on polls as predictors of future governments at this stage in the election cycle? And is Dutton's strategy of attacking the government on issues of trust finally paying off? Gabrielle Jackson talks with editor in chief Lenore Taylor and head of newsroom Mike Ticher about why we can't rule out Peter Dutton as Australia's next prime minister.
As Australia's average temperature increases by 1.5C and extreme weather events become more severe, the public has made its feelings clear. Most Australians want to transition to clean energy. But in this country, the climate wars never die. The Coalition, which claims to back a target of net zero by 2050, seems to oppose any policy that could help get us there, while the Labor government often appears on the back foot when defending even their modest policies. Gabrielle Jackson talks to climate and environment editor Adam Morton and national news editor Patrick Keneally about why the public support for clean energy is being met with hostility
Last week, Barnaby Joyce was filmed lying on a Canberra footpath, swearing profanities into his phone. He blamed the incident on the interaction between alcohol and prescription medication. Some critics called for his resignation, others called for the former deputy prime minister's privacy to be respected. So where's the line between a public's right to know and a politician's right to privacy? Gabrielle Jackson talks to editor-in-chief Lenore Taylor and head of newsroom Mike Ticher about the politics of privacy in public life
What happens when you can't find a rental in your budget and you own a dog? Caitlin Cassidy recounts her horror story looking for a home with a pet, and Cait Kelly speaks to Gabrielle Jackson about what's driving the rental crisis and what needs to be done to fix it. You can support the Guardian at theguardian.com/fullstorysupport
Anthony Albanese says he has changed his mind on the stage-three tax cuts given the current cost of living crisis, while others claim he has lied. But despite most voters saying it's OK to break promises if circumstances change, there is no doubt that being branded a liar has political consequences. Gabrielle Jackson speaks to head of newsroom Mike Ticher and national news editor Patrick Keneally about why the difference between a lie and a broken promise matters
Asbestos has been found in numerous public sites across Sydney after being discovered in mulch this month at the new Rozelle parklands development in Sydney. Now a Guardian Australia investigation reveals a potentially more dangerous type of contaminated soil may have been used in other developments across NSW, despite the environmental regulator knowing about the risks for more than a decade. Environmental reporter Lisa Cox tells Gabrielle Jackson why recycled contaminated building waste is being found in our soil
A Guardian Australia investigation has revealed thousands of people have lost millions of dollars to the HyperVerse crypto scheme. So what were investors promised? And why wasn't more done to warn consumers here in Australia, despite one overseas authority calling it a ‘possible scam'? Investigations correspondent Sarah Martin tells Gabrielle Jackson how a chance conversation at the hairdresser pulled her into the HyperVerse
With an increasing number of people fed up with online options, speed dating is making a strong comeback in bars and venues across the country. Gabrielle Jackson talks to lifestyle editor Alyx Gorman about 10 years of apps in Australia and why more people are looking for love offline
The sun has set on day 20 of the conflict between Israel and Hamas. The war began on 7 October when Hamas gunmen poured across the border, killing 1,400 people, mostly civilians, and kidnapping 222 others. Since then, the Gaza health ministry, run by Hamas, says Israeli airstrikes have killed more than 6,500 Palestinians, including more than 2,000 children. Anthony Albanese, in a joint press conference with US president Joe Biden, this week announced an additional $15m in humanitarian aid for Palestinian civilians, taking the total aid from Australia to $25m. Gabrielle Jackson speaks to political editor Katharine Murphy and national news editor Patrick Keneally about what Australians need to know about the government's position on the Israel-Hamas conflict
Two electric car enthusiasts have taken the government to court and won. They were fighting a controversial Victorian tax which charged EV owners for every kilometre they drove, claiming it needlessly made the transition to greener, lower emissions vehicles harder. The landmark decision comes as Labor continues to stall on their highly anticipated and widely supported fuel efficiency standard which will create a cap for car emissions. Gabrielle Jackson speaks to Guardian Australia editor-in-chief Lenore Taylor and head of newsroom Mike Ticher about what this court decision means for electric vehicle take-up in Australia and if it will kick Labor into action on transport emissions
Over the course of just 24 hours several communities in Australia have fled their homes as bushfires threaten their properties, only to return home to flood warnings. These local disasters come as extreme heat sweeps the globe. In the words of one climate scientist, average global temperatures in September were ‘absolutely gobsmackingly bananas'. Gabrielle Jackson speaks to Guardian Australia editor-in-chief Lenore Taylor and head of newsroom Mike Ticher about why we need to act now to stop global heating
Australia has the most diverse birdlife on the planet. But one in six are now threatened, and this year nine more have been listed as even closer to extinction. Since 2017, Guardian Australia has run bird of the year – a biennial competition to find the country's favourite avian species, have a bit of fun, and to draw attention to their desperate fight for survival. Gabrielle Jackson speaks to editor-in-chief Lenore Taylor and national news editor Patrick Keneally about why voting for your favourite bird can help protect native species.
Australia's chronic housing crisis has been decades in the making. And as the scale of the shortage continues to grow, the states are stepping up. Victoria and NSW have recently introduced a suite of reforms aimed at tackling supply, while federally, Labor's landmark housing policy finally passed the Senate. But after years of stagnation, will these new measures make an impact? Gabrielle Jackson speaks to the Guardian Australia editor-in-chief, Lenore Taylor, and head of newsroom, Mike Ticher, about whether small steps can make a big difference in the housing crisis
As an El Niño weather event is declared in Australia, multiple areas of the country are already experiencing soaring temperatures. And authorities are urging communities to prepare for the most significant bushfire season since the black summer fires. Gabrielle Jackson speaks to deputy rural and regional editor Calla Wahlquist about how to prepare for the worst and how she plans to protect her beloved horses
This week the prime minister, Anthony Albanese, announced 14 October as the date for the voice to parliament referendum. And as the campaign gears up, the stakes are high and the conversation increasingly pernicious. Gabrielle Jackson talks to editor-in-chief Lenore Taylor and Indigenous affairs editor Lorena Allam about the moment that could define Australia's national character
Once a popular social media platform for celebrities, politicians and journalists, Twitter – or X as it has been renamed – has seen its followers and advertisers leaving in droves. Among those leaving are media organisations such as NPR, PBS and, most recently, Australia's ABC, highlighting the transformation under way for digital journalism internationally. Gabrielle Jackson talks to editor in chief Lenore Taylor and head of news Mike Ticher about what the end of Twitter means for the future of the media
Millions suffer from endometriosis – where tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows in other parts of the body – and yet the disease still remains largely a mystery. But that could be about to change. Gabrielle Jackson, associate news editor for audio and visual at Guardian Australia, and the author of Pain and Prejudice, speaks to Jane Lee about why despair is turning to hope in the endometriosis community.
Australia has fallen in love with the Matildas. Despite bowing out in the World Cup semi-finals to England, football fever has spread across the nation and sparked hope that this tournament is just the beginning of a bright future for women's sport. Gabrielle Jackson speaks to head of news Mike Ticher and sports editor Mike Hytner about how Australia must capitalise on the Matildas' World Cup success
Peter Dutton is ramping up his calls for nuclear power in Australia. Despite the Coalition not taking up the nuclear option while they were in power, the opposition leader is now saying nuclear energy is a safe, cheap and consistent power source, which will help Australia transition from fossil fuels towards a zero emissions economy. But his claims are not backed up by the facts. Gabrielle Jackson speaks to editor-in-chief, Lenore Taylor, and head of news, Mike Ticher, about why nuclear power is not the answer to our energy transition
Anthony Albanese and the Labor government came into power hoping to reset the tone of politics. Despite early success and broad support, they are now facing turbulence on multiple fronts. Their climate legislation has faced sharp criticism, their housing bill is locked in parliament, and a year after they first announced their ambition to unify Australia and enshrine a First Nations voice to parliament, things have not gone according to plan. Gabrielle Jackson speaks to editor-in-chief Lenore Taylor and head of news Mike Ticher about how Labor is responding to the voice campaign and how it might define Australian politics in the future
The week after a sex education book for teens was pulled from a major retailer's shelves, a Senate inquiry heard shocking evidence of how universities are failing victims of sexual violence. Guardian Australia political reporter Amy Remeikis speaks to Gabrielle Jackson on the need to reform Australia's consent laws.
Australians are getting scammed more than ever before, losing a record $3bn last year. And once you have lost money it's incredibly difficult to get it back, with victims saying far too much responsibility is put on them. So who is responsible for combating this online scourge? Gabrielle Jackson speaks to editor-in-chief Lenore Taylor and head of news Mike Ticher about how the big banks and big platforms can better protect Australians
The world is now hotter than ever before in recorded history. Heatwaves are sweeping across Europe and fires are raging across Canada, leaving parts of the world choking in smoke. In response, James Hansen, the US scientist who first alerted the world to the greenhouse effect, said ‘we're all damned fools' for not acting on his warnings sooner. But such warnings continue to fall on deaf ears. Gabrielle Jackson speaks to editor-in-chief Lenore Taylor and live news editor Patrick Keneally about the reality gap between the promises and actions on global heating
Last month was Confirmation Sunday at our church! A time when young people from our congregation who have been studying the Word, stand up and confess their faith and prepare their hearts to take communion. Each student picks a confirmation verse for them to hold close to their heart for their whole life. Today's verse, chosen by Gabrielle Jackson, is Matthew 7:24-27 . More pleasure! More money! Live for that because aren't you missing out if you don't? Those are common thoughts in today's world but living for those things to bring you happiness is like building your house on sand. It's unstable and ever changing! Wouldn't you like your life to be a life that's built on something that will last? That will not only withstand the storms that come your way but THRIVE? Listen to today's message and find peace in Matthew 7:24-27. We hope you enjoy this message! If you have any questions you can email us at: votl.podcast@gmail.com Instagram: @votlchurch Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/votl.org/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbssSY_GyJMabh9W-sSVQpQ Online: https://votl.org
As we get closer to a vote on the Indigenous voice to parliament, the no campaign has gone on the attack. Peter Dutton has accused the Indigenous affairs minister, Linda Burney, of purposefully misleading the public and labelled the yes campaign a concern of inner-city ‘elites'. Burney lashed out at the no campaign for importing Trump-style politics to Australia. And this week, Guardian Australia revealed the no campaign is working with companies including a US-headquartered marketing and fundraising firm that aims to help Christian nonprofit ministries ‘fulfill their mission'. Gabrielle Jackson speaks to editor-in-chief Lenore Taylor and head of news Mike Ticher about if this politics of division will work, and what the yes campaign can do to combat it
Australia and one of its closest allies were at loggerheads this week. It all kicked off during the second Test match of the Ashes series, when a controversial piece of play ignited heated debate about the ‘spirit of the game'. As far as the rules go, the Australians did nothing wrong – but according to the English captain and their prime minister, no one would want to win the way the Aussies did. Gabrielle Jackson speaks to editor-in-chief Lenore Taylor and deputy editor David Munk about the game of cricket which sparked diplomatic jostling
Semaglutide, known by its brand name Ozempic, is used to treat diabetes but the drug has had a meteoric rise as a weight-loss cure. Now scientists are looking at yet another unexpected side-effect – could Ozempic help in treating addictions? Science writer Donna Lu tells Gabrielle Jackson about the rapid and controversial rise of Ozempic and what we need to know about its long-term effects
Almost two years after Gladys Berejiklian took the stand at an Icac hearing, the commission's 700-page report has finally been handed down. It finds that she engaged in serious corrupt conduct, that she was at times an ‘unsatisfactory witness' and that she breached the public trust she held as premier. Gabrielle Jackson speaks to editor-in-chief Lenore Taylor and investigations editor Anne Davies about the report, criticism of Icac and the public's right to know
The public broadcaster is embarking on a major digital restructure. As young Australians turn off their TVs and radios, the ABC's audience is rapidly shrinking. Leigh Sales, one of their most high-profile journalists, said ‘it's change or death'. But change comes at a cost, and is often accompanied by job losses and criticism. Gabrielle Jackson talks to Guardian Australia's head of news Mike Ticher and deputy news editor Jo Tovey about whether the ABC can change with the times
After taking the US by storm with her Eras tour, Taylor Swift is set to perform in Australia once again in February – and fans are frantically trying to secure a ticket. Guardian Australia opinion editor Bridie Jabour tells Gabrielle Jackson how Taylor Swift became a pop culture phenomenon and how ‘Swiftonomics' may impact Australia's economy
Gambling ads are everywhere. And as we await the Labor government's inquiry into gambling advertising, even the prime minister says he finds them annoying, a feeling he shares with opposition leader Peter Dutton, who wants to ban betting ads during sporting broadcasts. Independent MP Zoe Daniel wants regulators to go even further and ban bookmakers from our screens altogether. Gabrielle Jackson talks to Guardian Australia's editor-in-chief Lenore Taylor and head of news Mike Ticher about the growing political will to ban gambling advertising
It seems everyone is talking up gas expansion as a solution to ending the climate crisis. Federal resources minister Madeleine King says Australia needs to remain an essential supplier of gas, while opposition leader Peter Dutton is telling the gas industry to fight off Labor's ‘renewable zealotry'. But in reality gas power is undeniably in decline. Gabrielle Jackson talks to Guardian Australia's editor-in-chief Lenore Taylor and live news editor Patrick Keneally about why we need to talk about the fossil fuel
The federal budget has predicted a surge in net overseas migration this year, before a return to pre-pandemic forecasts. But the Coalition has accused the Albanese government of allowing the number of immigrants to balloon, which it says will further entrench a nationwide housing crisis.Gabrielle Jackson talks to Guardian Australia's editor-in-chief Lenore Taylor and head of news Mike Ticher about getting the facts straight on immigration
Today's young Australians will be the first generation to have lower living standards than their parents. With a housing system designed to generate wealth for older investors, a student debt avalanche spiralling out of control, and a welfare system pushing down wages, it is clear young Australians are struggling to make ends meet. Gabrielle Jackson talks to Guardian Australia's editor-in-chief, Lenore Taylor, and deputy live news editor, Jo Tovey, about the generational divide in the cost-of-living crisis
After a busy week for the Murdoch family, which saw Fox News settling out of court with voting machine company Dominion and Lachlan Murdoch dropping his defamation case against Crikey, they capped it all of off by firing one of their biggest stars – Tucker Carlson. But does the fallout from these high profile stories tell us anything we didn't already know? Gabrielle Jackson talks to Guardian Australia's editor-in-chief, Lenore Taylor, and head of news, Mike Ticher, about Fox News, the Murdochs and the media
With the budget fast approaching and the cost of living continuing to hit the most vulnerable Australians hardest, the Labor government is at a crossroads. Will it provide immediate and meaningful relief for those most in need, or be cautious in an effort to prevent inflation from spiralling even further out of control? Gabrielle Jackson talks to Guardian Australia's editor-in-chief, Lenore Taylor, and head of news, Mike Ticher, about the cost of living, the budget, and tough choices
With the results of the NSW state election rolling in, the Labor party now holds power federally and in every mainland state or territory government in Australia. With an unpopular leadership and a philosophy increasingly out of step with the electorate, what is next for the Coalition? Move to the centre in an attempt to win seats back from the independents? Or listen to the fringes of their party, who are pushing them further to the right?Gabrielle Jackson talks to to head of news Mike Ticher and associate news editor Jo Tovey about the future of the Liberal party
The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) has once again delivered the world a dire warning. This latest plea has cast fresh light on a long and fraught domestic debate. Is Labor's key climate policy good enough to significantly curb emissions and will the Greens agree to a deal without a guaranteed ban on any new coal and gas projects? Gabrielle Jackson talks to the climate and environment editor, Adam Morton, and live news editor, Patrick Keneally, about whether Labor's key climate policy will address the urgent call to action from the IPCC
After the landmark Aukus announcement, the former prime minister Paul Keating launched a blistering attack on the government – calling the trilateral agreement the ‘worst deal in history'. The response from China was even more pointed, accusing Australia of a cold war mentality and participating in an arms race. But despite all the sound and fury, are we any closer to understanding the geopolitical risks of this momentous commitment? Gabrielle Jackson talks to Guardian Australia's editor-in-chief, Lenore Taylor, and head of news, Mike Ticher, about the need for scrutiny of the Aukus agreement
This week the UK prime minister, Rishi Sunak, promised to ‘stop the boats' and announced a new hardline stance on immigration. This familiar language shapes familiar policy. The inability to seek asylum, forcible boat turnbacks, offshore and indefinite detention led to an immeasurable human toll in Australia. But two decades later, after implementing a similar ‘solution', the cruelty of the system remains. Gabrielle Jackson talks to Guardian Australia's editor-in-chief, Lenore Taylor, and head of news, Mike Ticher, about the enduring inhumanity of Australia's immigration regime and whether the UK will learn from our mistakes
As the Labor government continues to push for tax reform, it seems that every time Jim Chalmers and Anthony Albanese face the media they're accused of breaking an election promise. While it's important to hold politicians accountable, is the constant shouting about broken promises drowning out a nuanced discussion about a fair and equitable tax system? And should a past promise prevent good policy? Gabrielle Jackson talks to Guardian Australia's editor-in-chief, Lenore Taylor, and head of news, Mike Ticher, about broken promises and political point scoring