Better Than Yesterday with Osher Günsberg

Our brains do some amazing things when it comes to creating meaning and recognising patterns. Sometimes it can fill us with awe. Sometimes it can make a heartbreaking situation feel worse.  For more from Osher and tickets to the next Story Club, head here Get in touch with Osher here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You think you and your siblings are close? Michael and Andrew Tierney haven't just shared their lives as brothers together, but for 36 years and counting, they've shared songs, spot-lit stages and the story of one of Australia's biggest musical acts and exports: Human Nature.  And they've managed to do it in harmony - both musically and non-musically.   In this conversation with Osh...

Have you ever stopped to think about exactly what your relationship to money is like? Why do you do what you do with it and where did you learn (or not learn) to do it? Following an example of Osher's own money story, now is your chance to think about just that.   For more thoughts from Osher, and tickets to Story Club, head here See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is a must-hear money chat. In this episode, Osher talks to Nine national finance editor, presenter and social media sensation Chris Kohler about some of the biggest issues in our economy right now - including banks, supermarkets and the cost of living, as well as some important things that might be escaping our attention...  Plus, Chris reveals how confusion and loyalty are ripping you o...

Turns out the way to beat the fear created by political campaigning is to use your words. A lot of them. And big ones. Osher tells you how - and why this will lead to a calmer mind and a more informed opinion.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is there any escape from the effects of dating apps? They've clearly changed the dominant paradigms and culture for single people - but could their effects also extend to how we behave in relationships, the kind of ways we value and talk about one another or connect more broadly? These are the kind of questions that Dr Lisa Portolan, academic and author, has made it her life's work to research and...

Osher's journey in sobriety started just a few weeks before his birthday - a birthday that was destined to take place in Las Vegas. Not ideal. But what happened there, and what he learnt in the process, was life changing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There is no bigger issue this election than climate change. And who we put into power today will make a crucial difference tomorrow.  That's the clear message from Amanda McKenzie, co-founder and CEO of the Climate Council - Australia's leading organisation for independent climate research and advocacy.  In this conversation with Osher, Amanda compares the track records of previous gover...

Do you want to spin a story that will really engage people? Osher explains that all you have to do is answer three questions (with a great example of his own) Want even more great stories? Head here . And that email address to win Story Club tickets? Here See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of the first jokes that Andrew Hamilton came up with was about the night his house was raided. Later, while making himself laugh at his own reviews of the food he was being served in prison, he thought maybe he should finally actually try following his dream of stand up comedy. So far it's turned out a whole better than dealing drugs. In this wide-ranging chat with Osher, Andrew shares the man...

What does misremembering the life of a political figure, or the colour of a Star Wars character, or whether or not Osher handed out roses, have anything to do with the way you handle your most important relationships?  Almost certainly more than you think, promise. And you're about to find out why - as well as learn some ways to let go of some of the unhelpful lenses you might have on your re...

If you're questioning your job, If you're overworked and burnt out,  If you feel like your work is getting in the way of the life you want instead of enabling it, this episode is for you. Osher talks to author and co-founder of Junkee Media Tim Duggan, whose latest book  Work Backwards offers practical tools, ideas and solutions about making work work better for you.  Find more abou...

Are you aware of the tricks that political messaging uses to manipulate your emotions? Or your attention? Or to simply dodge the hard questions? Here, Osher breaks down the most commonly seen examples - with the hope that being able to recognise them will keep you more calm in the lead up to the coming election, and steer you to better discussions, better information and a vote you feel better abo...

There’s a good reason this is Heggie’s third time on the podcast - and no, it’s not because he’s Osher’s long-time mate and he loves jumping in his sauna. Well it’s not just that, anyway. Heggie shares his thoughts on a range of topics - from what ‘hard work’ really means, advice on simply going for things, the trends he’s seeing (and not lovin...

Safe to say the first few weeks of shooting Dancing with the Stars has been a lot.  In this episode, a tired, sore, yet thoughtful Osher gives an exclusive peek into his experiences on the floor of the reality show (which doesn't hit our screens for months yet), detailing the mental tool that is a saviour in stressful circumstances, why having clarity around what success looks like is essenti...

Imagine that suddenly you thought you were going to die. More than that, imagine you thought you actually had. And yet, you wake up, and here you are. How would that experience change how you live out the rest of your days? Dr Matt Morgan has witnessed this situation and heard the answer to that question many, many times - as a medical doctor of over twenty years, most of those spent in the ICU. H...

How you can bridge the gap between the person you are and the person you aspire to be ( feat. Biggie Smalls ) Check out more from Osher here Get in touch here See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's a fair bit about Michelle Brasier's life that doesn't seem that funny. She lost her Dad, then her brother, then was told she had a 97% chance of her own life being cut short by cancer too. Yet she's still finding humour, choosing optimism and singing just about any chance she gets. And like, she's a very funny and talented comedian (and writer, and actor) - so yeah, there's still plenty of...

This is it - Osher delivers the final part of his 25 ideas for 2025, including: Protecting truth in political advertising Teaching kids about the superpowers they all have Finding a better use for $14bn per year Building a revolutionary travel solution (that we maybe should have already started building) Getting real about the infrastructure we need for the future  For more thoughts from Oshe...

Osher is joined by Dr Will Bulsiewicz (aka. Dr B), a gastroenterologist, author of the book ‘Fibre Fueled’ and founder of 38TERA daily microbe nutrition.  He explains what a healthy gut looks and feels like, the dramatic effect it has on not just our physical but mental health, he takes a deep dive into Osher’s own experience, and he tells us the three key things your gut is...

Osher's penultimate offering of ideas for 2025, featuring: Questioning the cost of online anonymity Incentivising people to commute with their own power Saying no more when it comes to messages that damage marginalised people Cutting down on compliance training Giving Aussie artists a better way to make the great art we need Plus, a way to win tickets to Osher's upcoming Story Club. Find Osher's S...

Osher speaks with Nir Ayal, an Israeli-born American author, lecturer, and investor, renowned for his expertise in behavioral design and habit formation. When it comes to his book “Hooked: How to Build Habit-Forming Products,” - it’s hard to overestimate the enormous influence his work has had on the user experience and product design in the tech space. If you find yourself using...

The third part of Osher's offering of ideas for the new year, including: The benefits of a school bus (that's not a school bus) Should we see 'best before' dates on more things? Being better informed of everyday carbon costs Treating pollies like parents Asking what prisons are really for Check out all of Osher's ideas here Send Osher your email here See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa...

As another January 26 rolls closer, so too do the questions and conversations that come with it. This time however, even though those conversations are another year older, the sentiments seem all the more raw and inflamed. In this episode, Osher chats co-hosts of the podcast  First Things First;  youth worker, author (and former  Bachelorette ) Brooke Blurton, and broadcaster, advoc...

Osher shares five more ideas for 2025, including: How everyone can keep the lights on A challenge to Aussie scientists to reduce water use A call to curb a common electronic annoyance How penalties can make companies play fair  How making sure teeth are cared for actually takes care of so much more Check out all of Osher's ideas here Send Osher your email here See omnystudio.com/listener for...