On this edition of Wellbeing, Guy Murphy chats with Brisbane radiographer Callum Howes about radiography - the job, radiation exposure, and more.

On this edition of Wellbeing, Guy Murphy chats with Brisbane radiographer Callum Howes about radiography - the job, radiation exposure, and more.

Wellbeing

Wellbeing is a podcast and nationally distributed radio show that is heard across dozens of community radio stations all over Australia. It is provided via the Community Broadcasting Association.

The show delves into the most pressing topics around mental and physical health, talking with leading experts in their fields and those with lived experience. The show is hosted by Guy Murphy, Jack Hodgins, Oliver Croft, and Graham Wilson.

Wellbeing is a podcast and nationally distributed radio show that is heard across dozens of community radio stations all over Australia. It is provided via the <a href="https://www.cbaa.org.au/">Community Broadcasting Association</a>.
The show delves into the most pressing topics around mental and physical health, talking with leading experts in their fields and those with lived experience. The show is hosted by Guy Murphy, Jack Hodgins, Oliver Croft, and Graham Wilson.

In this episode of Wellbeing, Callum Howes discusses radiography and radiation exposure, explaining how medical imaging such as X-rays is used in healthcare and what patients should understand about radiation doses and safety. The conversation explores common concerns about radiation, how exposure is measured, and the balance between diagnostic benefit and minimal risk in modern radiographic practice.

Callum Howes - Radiography and Radiation Exposure

This week on Wellbeing, we welcome Renée McDonald, counsellor, psychotherapist, coach and spiritual mentor. With more than 20 years’ experience helping people navigate life’s challenges, Renée shares her insights on spirituality, personal growth, resilience and finding meaning in a busy world. We explore the connection between emotional wellbeing and spiritual wellbeing, how to reconnect with your authentic self, and practical ways to cultivate balance, purpose and inner peace. Whether you're seeking greater clarity, healing or direction in life, this thoughtful conversation offers inspiration, wisdom and tools to support your wellbeing journey.

This week on Wellbeing, we welcome Ren&eacute;e McDonald, counsellor, psychotherapist, coach and spiritual mentor. With more than 20 years&rsquo; experience helping people navigate life&rsquo;s challenges, Ren&eacute;e shares her insights on spirituality, personal growth, resilience and finding meaning in a busy world. We explore the connection between emotional wellbeing and spiritual wellbeing, how to reconnect with your authentic self, and practical ways to cultivate balance, purpose and inner peace. Whether you're seeking greater clarity, healing or direction in life, this thoughtful conversation offers inspiration, wisdom and tools to support your wellbeing journey.

Renée McDonald - Spirituality and Wellbeing

On this edition, Guy Murphy speaks with University of Newcastle alumni and medical director of Sleep Medicine, Dr Antonio Ambrogetti, about factors influencing sleep quality, hygiene, and disorders. 

On this edition, Guy Murphy speaks with University of Newcastle alumni and medical director of Sleep Medicine, Dr Antonio Ambrogetti, about factors influencing sleep quality, hygiene, and disorders.&nbsp;

Dr Antonio Ambrogetti - Sleep

Professor Andrew Bailey emphasises that leisure is not simply time off or entertainment, it is an important contributor to mental, emotional and social health.

In this edition we'll hear that:
Meaningful leisure activities help people recover from stress and improve overall wellbeing
Leisure is most beneficial when it involves connection, purpose, creativity, physical activity, or time in nature
Modern life often treats leisure as unproductive, but healthy recreation is essential for resilience and quality of life
Outdoor experiences and shared activities can improve mood, reduce anxiety, and strengthen community connection

Professor Bailey is from the Department of Health and Human Performance, College of Health, Education and Professional Studies, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga.

Professor Andrew Bailey emphasises that leisure is not simply time off or entertainment, it is an important contributor to mental, emotional and social health.
In this edition we'll hear that:
<ul data-start="269" data-end="757">
<li data-section-id="tgwjgh" data-start="269" data-end="363">Meaningful leisure activities help people recover from stress and improve overall wellbeing</li>
<li data-section-id="1a9dip7" data-start="364" data-end="480">Leisure is most beneficial when it involves connection, purpose, creativity, physical activity, or time in nature</li>
<li data-section-id="1i2glcy" data-start="481" data-end="604">Modern life often treats leisure as unproductive, but healthy recreation is essential for resilience and quality of life</li>
<li data-section-id="uylf2m" data-start="605" data-end="757">Outdoor experiences and shared activities can improve mood, reduce anxiety, and strengthen community connection</li>
</ul>
Professor Bailey is from the Department of Health and Human Performance, College of Health, Education and Professional Studies, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga.

In this episode of Wellbeing, Professor Andrew Bailey discusses the role of leisure in supporting mental wellbeing and overall life satisfaction. He explains how engaging in meaningful, restorative leisure activities can reduce stress, improve emotional resilience, and enhance psychological health. The conversation highlights the importance of balancing work and rest, and reframing leisure as an essential part of a healthy, well-rounded life rather than just downtime.

Callum Howes - Radiography and Radiation Exposure

In 1 playlist(s)

Wellbeing

Social links

Follow podcast

Recent clips