Moving to Australia for study: tips to help International Students adjust to a new country
Studying at University is hard enough, but there are many students who move away from family and friends in their home country to study. In today's episode, John and Steph are joined by Em - a student who has recently obtained Australian Citizenship, but knows all too well the challenges that come…
Men discussing mental health: why talking can be difficult and how can we start the conversation. - Episode 5
Mental health can be difficult to talk about at the best of times – but for blokes, it can seem almost impossible to talk about it with other men. In this episode, John and Steph sit down with Alex – someone who’s had struggles with mental health and spent time in therapy to work through it all. T…
Video games: Could they improve mental health?
Firmly held beliefs about video games helping or hindering mental health have always existed. While many people may view video games as antisocial, and something that negatively affects mental health, is this truly accurate? John and Steph discuss how video games have affected their own mental heal…
Study stress: what affects our study and why do we have trouble asking for help?
When it comes to study, it can be hard to recognise when you need help and overcome the barriers to actually ask for help. Steph and John are joined by University of Adelaide student Asirah to explore the reasons why it can be difficult to ask for support, including fear of failure, cultural differ…
Dating: Who pays for the first date (and other modern dating conundrums)? - Episode 2
Navigating different personalities, people and intense emotions can be tricky! From dating app disasters and decoding societal expectations to finding love. John and Steph discuss the pitfalls and perks of modern dating. While sharing what they’ve learned about themselves and society in the proces…
Career: Landing a dream job after uni - expectation vs. reality? - Episode 1
Worried about nabbing the perfect job after uni? Steph and John have both returned to uni after spending time in the workforce. Speaking from experience, career advice and research, they discuss what jobs pay the most, choosing the right career for you, changing your approach to interviews and netw…