CONTENT WARNING: This episode includes discussions of suicidal thoughts. 

Are there parts of yourself, maybe long lost from your past or your childhood, that are waiting to be heard, to be honoured, to expand the person you think you are?

This was certainly the case for Luke Bateman. 

In this episode, the ex-NRL player and Bachelor turned BookTok sensation, author and host of new podcast In the Good Books opens up to Osher about:
Why shame was so much a part of his life as a child
Coming back from the dark depths of his gambling addiction and depression
How he dealt with the controversy and social media blowback following news of his book deal
Why inner work is essential to achieving any goal

SUPPORT
For immediate support in a crisis, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14
More resources are available from Beyond Blue

LINKS
Follow Luke on Instagram
Listen to Luke's pod In The Good Books
Follow Osher on Instagram
Books and more: https://linktr.ee/osher_gunsberg 
Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content – @novapodcastsofficial.

CONTENT WARNING: This episode includes discussions of suicidal thoughts.&nbsp;
Are there parts of yourself, maybe long lost from your past or your childhood, that are waiting to be heard, to be honoured, to expand the person you think you are?
This was certainly the case for Luke Bateman.&nbsp;
In this episode, the ex-NRL player and Bachelor turned BookTok sensation, author and host of new podcast&nbsp;In the Good Books opens up to Osher about:
<ul>
<li>Why shame was so much a part of his life as a child</li>
<li>Coming back from the dark depths of his gambling addiction and depression</li>
<li>How he dealt with the controversy and social media blowback following news of his book deal</li>
<li>Why inner work is essential to achieving any goal</li>
</ul>
SUPPORT
<ul>
<li>For immediate support in a crisis, contact <a href="https://www.lifeline.org.au/">Lifeline</a> on 13 11 14</li>
<li>More resources are available from <a href="https://www.beyondblue.org.au/">Beyond Blue</a></li>
</ul>
LINKS
<ul>
<li>Follow Luke on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lukebateman_">Instagram</a></li>
<li>Listen to Luke's pod <a href="https://linktr.ee/inthegoodbooks">In The Good Books</a></li>
<li>Follow Osher on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/osher_gunsberg">Instagram</a></li>
<li>Books and more:&nbsp;<a href="https://linktr.ee/osher_gunsberg">https://linktr.ee/osher_gunsberg</a>&nbsp;</li>
<li>Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content &ndash; <a href="https://www.instagram.com/novapodcastsofficial/">@novapodcastsofficial</a>.</li>
</ul>

With every new day comes the opportunity to grow. Hosted by Osher Günsberg - a best-selling author, podcaster, TV host, husband, dad, stepdad, electric mobility enthusiast and part-time climate worrier. This podcast is here to help make today better than yesterday. Since 2013, the show has set out to improve life for you and the people you love. Sometimes it’s authentic conversations. Sometimes we’ll unpack the news or hear how Osher deals with life as a sober person with a different brain. But you’ll always hear something you need to hear (and laugh while you do). Listen to feel less alone, build better habits and discover some solution-based approaches for when life gets tricky.

With every new day comes the opportunity to grow. Hosted by Osher G&uuml;nsberg - a best-selling author, podcaster, TV host, husband, dad, stepdad, electric mobility enthusiast and part-time climate worrier. This podcast is here to help make today better than yesterday. Since 2013, the show has set out to improve life for you and the people you love. Sometimes it&rsquo;s authentic conversations. Sometimes we&rsquo;ll unpack the news or hear how Osher deals with life as a sober person with a different brain. But you&rsquo;ll always hear something you need to hear (and laugh while you do). Listen to feel less alone, build better habits and discover some solution-based approaches for when life gets tricky.

Helping you make today better than yesterday since 2013.

Better Than Yesterday with Osher Günsberg

Better Than Yesterday with Osher Gunsberg

How Reading Rescued Luke Bateman's Inner Child and Changed His Life

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Should a 24yr old man living at home pay rent?

How long is too long to hold a door open for someone?

Why did you take SO LONG to say the names on Idol? 

These questions and more came in this week - ask yours here: sendosheremail@gmail.com 

This week’s playlist “Do you have to dance like that?”

Tickets for Dec 6th Story Club show Ft: Clare Cavanagh, Mark Humphries, Gen Fricker, Charlotte Mortlock and Hannah Ferguson are here

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Should a 24yr old man living at home pay rent?
How long is too long to hold a door open for someone?
Why did you take SO LONG to say the names on Idol?&nbsp;
These questions and more came in this week - ask yours here: <a href="mailto:sendosheremail@gmail.com">sendosheremail@gmail.com</a>&nbsp;
This week&rsquo;s playlist &ldquo;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=70yFIz7tGUs&amp;list=PLWVOiYcrEFZU">Do you&nbsp;have to dance like that?</a>&rdquo;
Tickets for Dec 6th <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuT-QvCkwl4RR8irQt8RN2Q">Story Club</a> show Ft: Clare Cavanagh, Mark Humphries, Gen Fricker, Charlotte Mortlock and Hannah Ferguson are <a href="ltr">here</a>
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Should a 24yr old living at home pay rent? Q&A Monday

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What does it really mean to raise good men in today’s world?

In this important and timely conversation, psychologist, author and parenting expert Dr Justin Coulson joins Osher Günsberg to explore the challenges of raising boys in an age of social media, online influencers and increasingly distorted ideas about masculinity. From the impact of smartphones and the pursuit of online status to the troubling messages boys are exposed to about women, relationships and pornography, Justin explains why parents need to pay closer attention to what their sons are seeing, hearing and learning online — and how those influences can shape their behaviour. 

Justin also shares practical ways to help boys develop empathy, self-control, confidence and a strong moral compass. He explains why healthy masculinity is about using strength to make others feel safer and stronger, why connection matters more than constant correction, and how parents can create opportunities for meaningful conversations about respect, consent and responsibility. They also explore the importance of positive male role models, helping boys find purpose through meaningful challenges, and preparing teenagers to make better decisions when faced with peer pressure.

If you’re raising boys, navigating the teenage years or wondering how we can help the next generation of men grow into kind, respectful and capable adults, this is a conversation worth having.

LINKS 
Justin's book 'Boys: Building strong young men from the inside out' is out now
Follow Justin on Instagram
More from Justin Coulson
Sign up to the Better Than Yesterday newsletter
Watch episodes of Better Than Yesterday on YouTube
Watch full stories recorded live at Story Club on YouTube
Listen to the Story Club podcast
Get tickets for our next Story Club show
Get Osher's latest books here
Send a pic of what you're looking at to sendosheremail@gmail.com 

What does it really mean to raise good men in today&rsquo;s world?
In this important and timely conversation, psychologist, author and parenting expert Dr Justin Coulson joins Osher G&uuml;nsberg to explore the challenges of raising boys in an age of social media, online influencers and increasingly distorted ideas about masculinity. From the impact of smartphones and the pursuit of online status to the troubling messages boys are exposed to about women, relationships and pornography, Justin explains why parents need to pay closer attention to what their sons are seeing, hearing and learning online &mdash; and how those influences can shape their behaviour.&nbsp;
Justin also shares practical ways to help boys develop empathy, self-control, confidence and a strong moral compass. He explains why healthy masculinity is about using strength to make others feel safer and stronger, why connection matters more than constant correction, and how parents can create opportunities for meaningful conversations about respect, consent and responsibility. They also explore the importance of positive male role models, helping boys find purpose through meaningful challenges, and preparing teenagers to make better decisions when faced with peer pressure.
If you&rsquo;re raising boys, navigating the teenage years or wondering how we can help the next generation of men grow into kind, respectful and capable adults, this is a conversation worth having.
LINKS&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Justin's book 'Boys: Building strong young men from the inside out' is <a href="https://harpercollins.com.au/products/9780733342523">out now</a></li>
<li>Follow Justin on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/drjustincoulson/">Instagram</a></li>
<li>More from <a href="https://justincoulson.com/">Justin Coulson</a></li>
<li>Sign up to the Better Than Yesterday <a href="https://makeitbetterthanyesterday.kit.com/7d9d18dcee">newsletter</a></li>
<li>Watch episodes of <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLa-1kXDagJXvgJa9MNymv4jnKkfdtCqBd">Better Than Yesterday on YouTube</a></li>
<li>Watch full stories recorded live at <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@storyclublive">Story Club</a><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@storyclublive"> on YouTube</a></li>
<li>Listen to the <a href="https://omny.fm/shows/story-club-with-osher-gunsberg">Story Club podcast</a></li>
<li><a href="https://linktr.ee/osher_gunsberg">Get tickets </a>for our next Story Club show</li>
<li>Get Osher's latest books <a href="https://linktr.ee/osher_gunsberg">here</a></li>
<li>Send a pic of what you're looking at to <a href="mailto:sendosheremail@gmail.com">sendosheremail@gmail.com</a>&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

What Every Parent Needs to Know About Raising Boys in 2026 with Dr Justin Coulson

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Can I go to a stranger’s funeral? 

Is it ok to mute the family group chat?

What’s the protocol with a speakerphone call on the train? 

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Tickets to StoryClub’s October 18 show. 

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Can I go to a stranger&rsquo;s funeral?&nbsp;
Is it ok to mute the family group chat?
What&rsquo;s the protocol with a speakerphone call on the train?&nbsp;
Send your questions via <a href="mailto:sendosheremail@gmail.com">email </a><a href="mailto:sendosheremail@gmail.com"></a>or DM on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/osher_gunsberg/">IG&nbsp;</a>
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Tickets to <a href="https://aucentury.sales.ticketsearch.com/sales/salesevent/167740">StoryClub</a>&rsquo;s October 18 show.&nbsp; This week&rsquo;s <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u7K72X4eo_s&amp;list=PLDEzSE2md02M">playlist</a>&nbsp;

Can I go to a stranger’s funeral? 

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How Reading Rescued Luke Bateman's Inner Child and Changed His Life

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