A World at War with Itself

Is the world overpopulated?  Find out what several people think about this subject when Julie asks them some interesting questions.

Does sovereignty of a country still exist?  This is something Julie has been wondering for many years.  In this podcast she gives some reasons why she feels sovereignty is losing its strength.  

Are we all equal?  In some places in the world, no; which is a shame, especially as we are physically all the same inside and out.  What do most people think about Equality?  Listen to six people give their opinions on the subject.  

Travelling anywhere in the world is an experience one never forgets.  Meeting people from different backgrounds, and mixing with other cultures, is not only exciting, it helps one to look at this planet differently.  Join Julie and the Charge d'Áffaire of Guatemala in Canberra, to learn about travelling.

We can all be patriotic, especially with things like the Olympic games or World Cups.  But there can be a bad side to patriotism.  Find out what other people think in this episode.  

This is the final episode in the category of Health.  I believe Food is the most important and that is why I left it until last.  Janelle an accredited dietician gives some very good advise.

Not everyone has a pet, which is sad because pets can change a person's life.  Julie talks with a lady who took her dog to school to help the children and a man who has had pets since he was small.  They both have been affected by their pets.  

We all rode bikes as a child, but as an adult? Julie speaks with Paul and Alan who tell her about their lives with a bicycle.

Are your teeth important?  You bet they are.  They help when your smile, and they are the best way to chew your food.  Discover how and what to do to have the best teeth in town, when Julie talks with a Dentist of 40 years standing. 

To keep fit, is it necessary to do regular exercise?  May be, maybe not.  This podcast tells you what you really need to do to keep fit.

How well do you feel?  Do you often feel tired?  Julie was interested in the concept of wellness and discusses the subject with Anne who has become thinner and fitter by changing her way of living.

Gambling can be fun, but also an horrific addiction.  How can you help a friend that can't stop gambling?  There are people who can assist.  They've been through it too.  

This is another one of those subjects that people don't generally talk about.  But when I discovered Dr Hilary Caldwell, the author of Slutdom, I knew she would be able to discuss it so that people could learn.   

I've always felt sorry for people who suffer from addiction, so to speak with someone who is still and addict but turned his life around was a revelation.

Many people use Firearms, farmers, hunters, they are even used in the winter Olympics. But Firearms have a bad name.  Why?  Julie talks with the President of the ACT and Snowy Mountains branch of the Australian Deer Association to find out.

Things happen in our lives and there is always the question Why?  Some people, like me, beleive there is a reason but we don't find out until sometimes years later.  I talked with several people about this subject, with some interesting results.  

This is the final episode of the investigation into religions.  What is different about Hinduism?   It is more a way of life than a religion, but strangly enough that can be said about the other religions we have discussed.  I am sure you will find it interesting in what the Hindus beleive.  

Julie has discussed Judaism, Buddhism and Islam.  In this episode she finds out more about Christianity. What is different with this monotheistic belief to the other faiths?  There is a difference, but there is also a lot of similarities.   

Could it happen to our planet?  Probably not, but if it did, what would we do.?

Time for us all to take stock of what is happening here.

The fastest growing religion in the world is Islam.  What does Islam offer that the other relgions don"t?  Nazmul Hasan a devote muslim, gives Julie some explanations.

When are you happy?  Do you know the answer?  Happiness is different for everyone, but when you find it, you know.

What is Buddhism all about?  Does it have any similarities to other religions?  Amazingly, yes.  The number 40 rings a bell.

What do we know about the Jewish religion?  Julie thought she knew a lot, but there were other things she wasn't aware of.  Find out more about what the Jews believe and follow.

What do we learn through our lives.  Julie has recorded several peoples opinions on what we learn and when.

Michael Aichholzer has started a new career where he goes to schools and teaches the children about morals and ethics.  He explains to Julie why and what he teaches and the success of the lessons.

Steve who was a camera man at the beginning of the Wide World of Sport with Australia's Channel 9 and the introduction of a new way to televise cricket, talks about opinions around sport and how TV has helped and changed the viewing habits.  

Sophi for the past few years has become dependant on a wheelchair.  We discover what it is like to be a minority member of society.

Julie discusses manners and the lack of them with friends and relatives.

Sam Webster has been a broadcaster, advertising sales man and involved with the media for many years.  He discusses with Julie the issue of discovering the truth in what people write, and say.  

Every organisation cost money to run.  That includes charities.  Who has to support them?  And, is it worth our while to do so?  Menslink is a Canberra charity that helps young men learn about life.  It is successful and is generously supported by those who can see its value.  What can we learn from this? 

Why does something belong to you?  Is it because you have it?  Can that be proof you own it?  Julie gets some legal interpretation on Ownership as well as what you can you say is yours from a Will.

In this episode and well known accountant and writer on money matters discusses saving and budgeting with Julie. 

Have you ever thought about Volunteering, and how much it saves charitable organisations?  Without volunteers they wouldn't survive.  Brittany explains how working for Saint Vincent de Paul (Vinnies) has enriched her life.  

People who are born with, or are fortunate to become wealthy, should realise with wealth comes responsibility.  Money, as the saying goes, Makes the World go Round, but not if the owner doesn't spend it to help others.  Julie discusses this with her guest today. 

There are many ways people can be abused.  Julie investigates the various effects of abuse and the results on people abused. 

There is power in being able to speak to a crowd.  Learning to speak in public is easy?  Of course it is once you have learned the art. 

It is Christmas.  So let's be cheerful.  This is a sad story that ends in triumph.

Wars have been raging since man inhabited this planet.  Why?  What do people want?  Dr Albert Pelazzo explains why men fight others.  

Are leaders born?  Find out more from this podcast on how to be a great leader.

Running your own business can be powerful, but there are many hidden traps.  Everyone wants to be a success.  Listen to Julie and Spiro discuss where we can go wrong.