Adam Hegarty and Anne Worthington discuss the dangerous parasite that is wreaking havoc across bushland on the east coast of Australia. The Eastern Paralysis Tick is responsible for thousands of Australians falling ill, with a growing number of individuals unaware that they may be affected by MMA.

Adam Hegarty and Anne Worthington discuss the dangerous parasite that is wreaking havoc across bushland on the east coast of Australia. The Eastern Paralysis Tick is responsible for thousands of Australians falling ill, with a growing number of individuals unaware that they may be affected by MMA.

Go behind the scenes of Australia’s leading current affairs program every Monday, with exclusive details, in-depth analysis and personal stories from 60 Minutes’ award-winning team of journalists.

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Go behind the scenes of Australia’s leading current affairs program every Monday, with exclusive details, in-depth analysis and personal stories from 60 Minutes’ award-winning team of journalists.
To watch this podcast search for 60 Minutes Extra Minutes in <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRSWoVWHgb9vFiv5J0HYIE_ZwLIX-jp-6">YouTube</a> or on <a href="https://www.9now.com.au/60-minutes">9Now.</a>

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The tiny killer that Aussies need to know about when they wander into the bush

Amelia Adams and producer Sammi Taylor take a behind-the-scenes look at their investigation into the controversial "tradwife" phenomenon. They unpack the reality behind the perfectly curated social media trend, discuss the feminist backlash, and reveal what it was like interviewing the modern men desperately searching for traditional wives.

Amelia Adams and producer Sammi Taylor take a behind-the-scenes look at their investigation into the controversial "tradwife" phenomenon. They unpack the reality behind the perfectly curated social media trend, discuss the feminist backlash, and reveal what it was like interviewing the modern men desperately searching for traditional wives.

Unpacking the “tradwife” trend sweeping the internet 

Adam Hegarty and Laura Sparkes discuss the lasting effects of brain rot and the mental decline in teenagers and young adults who have grown up surrounded by screens. Internationally renowned cognitive neuroscientist Dr Mark Williams has been studying the effects of excessive screen time on a developing brain, and he is one of many experts sounding the alarm on the increasing number of young people exhibiting signs of early-onset dementia.

Adam Hegarty and Laura Sparkes discuss the lasting effects of brain rot and the mental decline in teenagers and young adults who have grown up surrounded by screens. Internationally renowned cognitive neuroscientist Dr Mark Williams has been studying the effects of excessive screen time on a developing brain, and he is one of many experts sounding the alarm on the increasing number of young people exhibiting signs of early-onset dementia.

Brain rot as a result of over-reliance on screens

Tara Brown and Sammi Taylor discuss the reopening of the investigation into Zorro Ranch, thousands of acres of desert land formerly owned by convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Because of its isolation and vastness, what happened in the New Mexico fortress remains unknown.

Tara Brown and Sammi Taylor discuss the reopening of the investigation into Zorro Ranch, thousands of acres of desert land formerly owned by convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Because of its isolation and vastness, what happened in the New Mexico fortress remains unknown.

The tiny killer that Aussies need to know about when they wander into the bush

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