Saturday, Jun 30, 2007

"HELP ME HANDSOME MAN!" - How do you deal with men who turn into mice when they get sick?

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Tracey from Kenmore asked Handsome Man - our resident expert on all things "blokey" - how to deal with a husband who falls in a heap at the first sign of a sniffle.

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Thursday, Jun 21, 2007

In Pursuit of the Truth - Has Tanya been wearing men's deodorant?

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After wearing a particular deodorant for two weeks, it suddenly occurred to Tanya that it may have in fact been a men's anti-perspirant. The deodorant can didn't say either way and the fragrance wasn't your typical flowers-in-bloom kind of smell that we've come to expect from women's anti-perspirants. Tanya decided to called the manufacturers in pursuit of the truth - Had she been walking around for a fortnight smelling like a bloke?

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 7:14 AM |   

Wednesday, Jun 20, 2007

Treating Depression with Exercise

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Graeme Cowan, author of "I Am Back From The Brink", tried a plethora of different treatments for severe depression including 23 different medications, meditation, kinesiology and counselling. Listen as he tells Tanya how exercise became one of the key elements in his recovery. To find out more about Graeme's story, visit www.iambackfromthebrink.com

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Tuesday, Jun 19, 2007

Baby Baby - Is my baby sick or am I over-reacting?

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As new parents, you can sometimes wonder if you might be over-reacting when your baby gets sick. You don't want to waste the doctor's time but you don't want to delay getting bub help if he needs it. Australia's friendliest doctor, Dr Sam Tormey, says new mums and dads have every right to feel anxious when their little ones aren't well and encourages parents, "If in doubt, get it checked out."

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 12:09 AM |   

Monday, Jun 18, 2007

Your Say - Would you step in to help someone who was being attacked?

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Following the shooting of a good samaritan in Melbourne, who stepped in to help a woman and lost his life, Tanya asked the question, "Would you step into a dangerous situation to help someone else?" Hear what some of our listeners had to say.

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Monday, Jun 18, 2007

Special Mums

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Louise Turner is a very special mum. Her eldest son, William, 5, has autism and requires constant care and attention. Born prematurely at 32 weeks, William suffered from severe epilepsy as a little baby and the seizures have caused delayed development. Like so many mums of kids with special needs, Louise's life is consumed with caring for her son and there is little time to pursue her own interests and dreams. But Louise remains positive and strong...because, she says, she has to.

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 7:08 AM |   

Monday, Jun 18, 2007

Baby Baby - Is my newborn sick?

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The friendliest doctor in Australia, Dr Sam Tormey, is an ER doctor who has treated plenty of sick babies in his time. Here he talks to Tanya about signs to look for if you are concerned something's wrong with your newborn or young baby. (Photo: www.peasandcarrots.com.au )

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Tuesday, Jun 12, 2007

Have Your Cake and Diet Too - The best diet you've ever heard of!

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A diet that encourages you to eat sugar AND fat! It sounds too good to be true but nutritionist and life coach, Cyndi O'Meara, says, "Go ahead. It's more about quality rather than quantity when it comes to healthy food choices." To find out more about Cyndi, visit www.changinghabits.com.au

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 5:51 AM |   

Monday, Jun 11, 2007

From Phenomenal Wealth to the Slums of the Philipines

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Dylan Wilk had everything a young man could hope for - luxury cars, CEO of a publically listed company, the 9th richest man in the UK under 30 - all by the time he was 25 years old. But strangely he didn't have happiness... until he made a life-changing trip to the Philipines and discovered the happiness that's found in making a difference. Visit www.gawadkalinga.org for more information about the organisation that Dylan is involved with in the Philipines.

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 11:27 PM |   

Monday, Jun 11, 2007

Chaplaincy Phenomena

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Joelle Kabamba stopped by for a chat with Tanya about some of her incredible experiences during nine years as a highschool chaplain. Joelle is the author of a new book, Chaplaincy Phenomena, which is a resource for new chaplains and for people in the community who want to gain a better insight into the role that chaplains play in schools right around Australia. You can find out more about Joelle’s new book at www.chaplaincyphenomena.com

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 11:17 PM |   

Monday, Jun 11, 2007

Bed Wetting

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Bed wetting can be embarrassing for kids and frustrating for Mum and Dad. Dr Janet Hall is a specialist with 25 years experience in helping children to become the "Boss of the Bladder". Here she shares practical advice for helping your child to overcome bedwetting and stresses the importance of keeping their dignity intact. Visit www.bedwetting.com.au for more information.

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Monday, Jun 11, 2007

Blended Families

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Mum on the Mic, Sue from Strathpine, talks candidly about discovering the highs and lows of a blended family:bonding with someone else's children and making sure your own kids are comfortable with the new arrangement. It can be tough...but so rewarding.

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Monday, Jun 11, 2007

Helpful Hints for Family Portraits

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Tanya asked award winning photographer, Nikki, from Peas & Carrots Photography for some tips on getting the best, natural looking shots of your little cherub for the family album. Visit her website to see more fabulous photos: www.peasandcarrots.com.au

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 8:51 PM |   

Monday, Jun 11, 2007

Road to Tapachula part 2

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Pam Skuse and her husband, Alan, decided to travel from their home on the Sunny Coast to Tapachula, Mexico. Their goal: to spend 1 year helping out at an orphanage.

6 1/2 years later, Pam and Alan care for 31 orphaned and abused children. If you missed Tanya's interview with Pam, you can listen to it here and find out more about how you can help Pam and Alan by visiting http://tapachula07.com

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Monday, Jun 11, 2007

Road to Tapachula part 1

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Pam Skuse and her husband, Alan, decided to travel from their home on the Sunny Coast to Tapachula, Mexico. Their goal: to spend 1 year helping out at an orphanage.

6 1/2 years later, Pam and Alan care for 31 orphaned and abused children. If you missed Tanya's interview with Pam, you can listen to it here and find out more about how you can help Pam and Alan by visiting http://tapachula07.com

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 8:40 PM |   

Monday, Jun 11, 2007

Stu Larsen

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Stu Larsen stopped by to talk about his upcoming album and his journey through divorce and to rediscovering God's grace.

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Monday, Jun 11, 2007

Budding Authors

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Elizabeth Fensham gives some great advice to budding authors about finding time to write amongst your busy family lifestyle.

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Monday, Jun 04, 2007

"HELP ME HANDSOME MAN!" - How do I convince my husband to let me decorate our bedroom the way I want it?

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Jenny from Albany Creek asked Handsome Man - our resident expert on all things "blokey" - how to convince her husband that her decorating ideas for the bedroom were much better than his boring suggestions.

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 11:07 PM |   

Monday, Jun 04, 2007

Vegetarianism - is it for everyone?

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Before you drop meat from your diet, there are a few important things you need to consider. Cyndi O'Meara talks about how to get the most out of a vegetarian diet. To find out more about Cyndi, visit www.changinghabits.com.au

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