Overnights with Mike Jeffreys
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Playlist by Overnights with Mike JeffreysWhen much of the city sleeps, Mike Jeffreys is keeping you company. Mike provides laughs and companionship, the news & stories of the day from midnight on Mondays.Follow the podcast:
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Would your boss care if your dog died?
Mike is joined by Jodie Engerer, General Manager at Taurus Legal Management, to discuss whether workplaces should recognise grief when a beloved pet dies. After losing her dog Duke, Jodie was offered time off - something she says employers should consider, even though bereavement leave doesn’t cov…
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Shark education remains Australia’s ultimate weapon
There are renewed calls for a shark cull in NSW after a woman was critically bitten at Coogee Beach. Shark Scientist & Conservationist, Dr Leonardo Guida, tells Mike shark culling isn’t the answer. “Education is the best weapon against shark bites,” he says. “Sharks can be present anywhere at any…
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Are we robbing our kids of boredom?
Mike is joined by Jason Blyth, Youth Advocate and Keynote Speaker, to discuss whether parents are robbing kids of boredom. Jason says many parents feel pressure to keep children constantly entertained with screens, toys and distractions. But in a world of instant gratification, he warns kids may b…
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National Days for June 26
Mike Jeffreys chats with Dale Sinden for the story behind today’s National Days for 26th June.
21:51
Erica Vanlee to materialise at the Melbourne Magic Festival
Mike speaks with American magician and illusionist Erica Vanlee, based in Sydney and Las Vegas, about her upcoming show at the Melbourne Magic Festival. Erica has performed around the world, including in Las Vegas alongside major productions like Criss Angel’s Mindfreak Live and The Supernaturalis…
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Tim Blair - Teals take on Pauline Hanson & One Nation
Mike speaks with Tim Blair, Daily Telegraph columnist, about reports the Teal independents are considering forming an official political party to challenge the growing influence of One Nation and Pauline Hanson. Blair says the Teals are positioning themselves as a “centre alternative” amid dissati…
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National Days for June 25
Mike Jeffreys chats with Dale Sinden for the story behind today’s National Days for 25th June.
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Politics with Terry Barnes
Mike's weekly political chat with Terry Barnes – Columnist, political and policy consultant & former Howard government adviser.
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Jason Morrison - What's making news
Mike is joined by Jason Morrison, Broadcaster and 2GB contributor, to discuss what’s making the news.
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From emojis to envelopes: The return of real connection
The revival of handwritten letters is more than nostalgia. As younger generations embrace pen pals and 'snail mail clubs', many people are craving forms of communication that feel personal rather than automated. Author and Writing Lecturer, Dr Rachel Matthews, discusses why handwritten letters st…
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