Richelle Hunt

It can be a case of damned if you do and damned if you don't when it comes to women returning to work after childbirth. Seven's AFL commentator Abbey Holmes was recently trolled after announcing she would be returning to work seven weeks after having a baby. So why does society judge, and what can the potential impact of that judgement be? Also in this edition, more Victorians died of drug overdoses last year compared to any other year in the past decade, according to findings from the Coroners Court of Victoria. We explore what role Naloxalone, a drug that can temporarily reverse the effects of an opioid overdose, could play in reducing these deaths. Plus, we also talk why cuts to US Scientific agencies could put Australia's long range weather forecasting at risk and a curious death notice that appeared in the paper today.

A team of researchers at Monash University is hoping to make potholes a thing of the past, by utilising smartphones to help detect them.

As the federal government climate target is handed down today, you may not automatically think what role the music industry has in reaching these targets, but as artists such as Billie Eilish advocate for 'green touring' in this edition of The Conversation Hour we explore whether the music industry needs to incentivse a a more environmentally friendly events. Also, in this edition, late night talk show Jimmy Kimmel Live has been suspended for comments he made about the murder of right-wing political activist Charlie Kirk — we look at the future of comedy in the current political climate. Plus, as Trump is treated to a glittering royal banquet at Windsor Castle just how far can soft power diplomacy go in securing good international relations. And as the World Athletics Championships are in full swing we get some running tips.

If you are in the eye of the storm of your child wanting their first mobile, what sorts of things do you need to consider? In this edition of The Conversation Hour we discuss the big changes that can occur in a child's life around this time and why negotiation is key. Also in this episode, should GPs be able to initiate conversations with their patients about voluntary assisted dying? The Victorian Government is moving to lift some restrictions on the State's Assisted Dying scheme which include allowing doctors to bring it up as an option, so if this does happen what sort of support and training should medical professionals have to better equip them to have these conversations. Plus, we cross to Hollywood where Naomi Watts has been immortalised on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.  

The WNBL season kicked off on the weekend and in this edition of The Conversation we take a look at what engagement with the game was like and how it will fare this season. Also in this episode there are calls to end to the sale of new petrol and diesel cars by 2035 to speed up the shift EV, will it work? Why environmental conservationists are concerned by the state government decision to continue to list deer as a protected species. Plus, how did a crocodile end up in a luxury resort hotel pool?  

The Victorian government has announced it's reopening Malmsbury Youth Justice Centre, in this edition of The Conversation Hour we explore what role schools can play in preventing at risk young people entering the justice system. Research suggests that students who have been suspended or expelled from school are likely to go on to have contact with the criminal justice system. So, should we be investing in schools and not jails? Also in this edition, why San Remo locals are worried about the wombat population, plus how farmers are using celebrities  to ensure the survival of their industry. 

A new women's health study from Monash University has looked at the impact of decreasing libido on women midlife. In this edition of The Conversation Hour we speak with researcher on what factors might underpin poor sexual wellbeing, how it impacts their lives and why we need to start talking about it. But first,  the state of caravan parks in Victoria, a debrief on AC/DC, and we check in with OzHarvest for our day of ABC Gives.

Today marks  International Day of People with a Disability and in this edition of the Conversation Hour we discuss the prevalence of discrimination in the workplace towards blind and low vision people and how to combat discriminatory attittudes and practices.  Also in this edition, we celebrate 80 years of The Country Hour, discuss what is behind the Prada buying Versace, plus  US hip hop artist Kendrick Lamar heads to Ballarat on Saturday, we compile your tips on what he should see and do. 

We have seen some iconic music performances at sporting events over the last year, and with the The Australian Open just around the corner Australian bands are also limbering up to hit the stage. In this edition of The Conversation Hour we explore what role these types of events play in raising the profile and exposure of artists and whether audiences have an appetite to see live music with their sport. Also in this edition, we talk insurance in a time of climate change, supporting farmers in the wake of the Victorian bushfires, plus talk through a new report into the experience of women in elite sport

Earlier in the week we talked insurance in the wake of fires, and today, it's floods down at Wye River and the surrounding communities . In this edition of The Conversation Hour we look at the impact of flooding events on caravan parks and will they get harder to operate insurance wise. Also in this edition, did you know that flies are actually pretty good for the environment? We might find them pesky little creatures but some are calling for a rebrand. Plus, have your kids been watching Stranger Things and are they suddenly into all things 80s? Could the 80s have been the best decade to grow up in?