Better Than Yesterday with Osher Günsberg
by Osher Günsberg
With every new day comes the opportunity to grow. Hosted by Osher Günsberg - a best-selling author, podcaster, TV host, husband, dad, stepdad, electric mobility enthusiast and part-time climate worrier. This podcast is here to help make today better than yesterday. Since 2013, the show has set out to improve life for you and the people you love. Sometimes it’s authentic conversations. Sometimes we’ll unpack the news or hear how Osher deals with life as a sober person with a different brain. But you’ll always hear something you need to hear (and laugh while you do). Listen to feel less alone, build better habits and discover some solution-based approaches for when life gets tricky.
Episodes
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If you want to be better, you need a nemesis
What if the person standing in your way isn’t your enemy - but the very thing helping you become a better version of yourself? In this episode of Better Than Yesterday, I'm exploring the surprising power of having a nemesis — someone or something that challenges you, pushes you beyond your…
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Expelled from School to Principal of the Year: Ryan Martin on Raising Little F*ckers
In this episode of Better Than Yesterday, Osher Gunsberg sits down with educator, father and author Ryan Martin to explore one of the most challenging, rewarding and deeply personal jobs in the world: parenting. After 25 years working in education, including being named Principal of the Year in…
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Why Scaring Children Is Good for the Neighbourhood
Osher Günsberg takes us on a Halloween journey - from trick-or-treating in a bed sheet in 1980s Brisbane, to DJing in a Voldemort costume in his front yard while his wife drops a giant spider on unsuspecting adults. Along the way, he makes the case that Halloween isn’t just an American import -...
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From Child Voiceover Star to Big Brother Icon: The Rise of Mike Goldman
Mike Goldman has been the unmistakable narrator of Big Brother Australia for 25 years, but there's far more to his story than what you hear on TV. In this episode of Better Than Yesterday, Mike takes Osher Gunsberg behind the scenes of one of Australia's most iconic reality television shows,...
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High in Malibu (not that kinda high)
This episode comes to you direct from Malibu, overlooking the ocean and appreciating the beauty of the United States while reflecting on why Australia is still, and always will be, home. LINKS Sign up to the Better Than Yesterday newsletter Watch episodes of Better Than Yesterday on YouTube Watch...
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Adult ADHD Explained: The Symptoms, Struggles and Solutions with Dr Kieran Kennedy
Is ADHD really about being distracted, forgetful or lazy? Or is there something much more complex happening beneath the surface? In this episode of Better Than Yesterday, Osher Günsberg sits down with psychiatrist and adult ADHD specialist Dr Kieran Kennedy, author of 'This Explains Everything: A...
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What Were They Thinking?: Putting Humanity First
Something a little different on this episode, in the wake of the shocking attack on independent MP Helen Haines last week. Political violence is on the rise and there's growing division in our community - that's the danger of dehumanising people who see the world differently, or have a different...
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From Australian Idol to Wicked: The Lessons Rob Mills Learned the Hard Way
What does it take to build a career in entertainment, overcome self-doubt and learn to back yourself? In this episode of Better Than Yesterday, Osher Günsberg sits down with Rob Mills for an honest, funny and reflective conversation about the lessons he's learned throughout his career, from his...
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Should a 24yr old living at home pay rent? Q&A Monday
Should a 24yr old man living at home pay rent? How long is too long to hold a door open for someone? Why did you take SO LONG to say the names on Idol? These questions and more came in this week - ask yours here: [email protected] This week’s playlist “Do you have to dance like that?”...
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What Every Parent Needs to Know About Raising Boys in 2026 with Dr Justin Coulson
What does it really mean to raise good men in today’s world? In this important and timely conversation, psychologist, author and parenting expert Dr Justin Coulson joins Osher Günsberg to explore the challenges of raising boys in an age of social media, online influencers and increasingly…
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Can I go to a stranger’s funeral?
Can I go to a stranger’s funeral? Is it ok to mute the family group chat? What’s the protocol with a speakerphone call on the train? LINKS Sign up to the Better Than Yesterday newsletter Watch episodes of Better Than Yesterday on YouTube Watch full stories recorded live at Story Club on YouTube...
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Josh Pyke on Panic Attacks, Parenting and the Future of Australian Music
In this episode of Better Than Yesterday, Osher Gunsberg sits down with acclaimed Australian musician, author and father Josh Pyke for a wide-ranging conversation about anxiety, parenting, creativity, technology and the future of music. Josh opens up about his experience with anxiety, including…
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Two Easy Ways To Fall Asleep That You Probably Haven't Tried Before
How do you switch off a busy brain when it’s time to sleep? It's not an easy question to answer because there's no one-size-fits-all solution. But if you've had trouble getting a good night's rest, I have two hacks for you to try you may not have heard of before. This episode is inspired by my...
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How to Burn Bright Without Burning Out with Nick Petrie
Is the way we work actually making us less productive, more stressed and increasingly disconnected from ourselves? In this episode of Better Than Yesterday, Osher Gunsberg is joined by performance and workplace expert Nick Petrie to explore why burnout, stress and rumination have become such...
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Four Things You're Not Doing When You're Saying Sorry
Is there a wrong way to apologise? Well...maybe. In this episode, I'm exploring what it really means to say sorry. Drawing on lessons from teaching ethics to my son's school class, plus my experiences with recovery, I'm taking a closer look at why a genuine apology goes far beyond simply saying…
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From X Factor Winner To Multi-Platinum Selling Artist: The Struggles Behind Dami Im's Success
Dami Im one of Australia’s most distinctive and accomplished voices. But there's a deeper story to her success. Arriving in Brisbane from South Korea as a nine-year-old, she grew up navigating life between cultures, and eventually went on to win The X Factor Australia and build a hugely…
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The Death of the Australian Music Industry: Why It's So Hard for Musicians to Make a Living
What happened to Australian music — and what does its future look like? In this deeply personal episode of Better Than Yesterday, Osher Gunsberg takes a passionate look at the changing economics of the music industry and asks what the decline of the traditional music business has meant for...
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How Jason Dunn Still Chose Gratitude After Surviving Multiple Near-Death Experiences
Do you think you could still feel grateful after breaking 10 ribs and fracturing your skull? In this powerful conversation, Jason Dunn opens up about the accidents, fears, failures and life experiences that ultimately forced him to ask a bigger question: What am I actually capable of? Jason...
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Harry Garside on Strength, Vulnerability and Breaking the Rules of Masculinity
What does it really mean to be strong? And how much of the way we think about masculinity is something we’ve consciously chosen — rather than simply inherited? Harry Garside is an Olympic boxing medallist who has also done ballet, and happens to paint his nails. Two typically juxtaposed traits…
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How to Build Unshakeable Confidence and Silence Your Inner Critic with Dr Cindra Kamphoff
How do you build confidence when the voice in your head keeps telling you that you’re not good enough? In this episode, Osher Gunsberg is joined by performance psychologist and mental performance coach Dr Cindra Kamphoff, author of 'The Confidence Habit' and executive performance coach to some of...
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'Prepare for When, Not If': How to Be Ready for Disaster with Lucy Easthope
What would you do if the lights suddenly went out and stayed out not for an hour, but for days? Your phone is down to 5% because you've been on TikTok and who knows where the torch is? Watching what's been happening in Tibet these last few days has been truly harrowing, and got me reflecting on…
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Broadcaster Christian O'Connell on panic attacks, living unscripted and making stronger connections
What happens when the version of yourself you created to succeed starts getting in the way of actually being yourself? In this episode, broadcaster and author Christian O’Connell opens up to Osher Gunsberg about the darker side of the career he built around conversation and connection. Christian...
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What Happens When Kids Stop Reading? Andy Griffiths Has the Answer
What makes a child want to read? And what happens when we stop trying to make childhood perfect? In this episode, Osher Gunsberg looks back on his chat with one of Australia’s most successful children’s authors, Andy Griffiths, the award-winning creative force behind The Day My Bum Went Psycho…
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The Climate Crisis Is Real, But Giving Up Isn’t an Option with Amanda McKenzie
Climate change can feel so enormous that it’s difficult to know where to start or how to stay engaged without becoming overwhelmed. In this episode of Better Than Yesterday, Osher Gunsberg speaks with climate campaigner and Climate Council CEO Amanda McKenzie about the realities of climate…
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What We Get Wrong When Teaching Kids About Consent with Chanel Contos
What are we actually teaching young people about consent? In this episode, Osher looks back on his powerful conversation with Chanel Contos, where they explored how children and teenagers learn about sex, relationships, boundaries and consent — often from sources far beyond the classroom. Chanel,...
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Former Pro Surfer Cooper Chapman on the 1% Habit That Can Transform Your Mental Health
What if happiness isn’t about achieving more, but learning to find inner peace wherever you are? In this episode of Better Than Yesterday, former professional surfer and mental health advocate Cooper Chapman shares with Osher Gunsberg the mindset shifts that transformed his life — from chasing...
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''Everything Happens for a Reason' Is Bullsh*t' — Quadruple Amputee Tom Nash on Reframing Adversity
Tom Nash knows what it means to have your life change in an instant. At just 19, he contracted meningococcal sepsis, fell into a coma and woke up to find his arms and legs had been amputated to save his life. Looking back on his chat with me, Tom explores the power of reframing adversity, why...
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Shaun Micallef on The Power Of Humour and Staying Relevant in the Entertainment Industry
In this episode of Better Than Yesterday, Osher Gunsberg sits down with legendary comedian, writer, actor and broadcaster Shaun Micallef for a wide-ranging conversation about comedy, creativity, empathy, addiction, and so much more. Best known for his TV shows like Full Frontal, Talkin' 'Bout…
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Why I don’t want Hannah Ferguson to be our Prime Minister
What does it take to stay true to your values in a political system that often rewards compromise? In this episode, I'm looking back on my interview with Hannah Ferguson, the founder of Cheek Media who recently announces she was running as an independent candidate, challenging Prime Minister...
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Leading with Sensitivity: How Elanor Boekholt-O'Sullivan Challenged 100 Years of Military Thinking
What does it really mean to lead with strength? For decades, we've been taught that great leadership is about being loud, decisive and commanding. But what if the most effective leaders are the ones who listen first, lead with empathy and have the courage to challenge the status quo? In this...
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Why Willpower Won’t Fix Addiction (And What Actually Does) with Tom Carroll
Two-time world surfing champion Tom Carroll scored back-to-back perfect 10s at Pipeline, one of the deadliest waves on the planet. But behind the world titles and global fame, Tom was fighting a quiet, destructive battle with methamphetamine addiction while raising three daughters. In this...
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Turning Pain Into Purpose: Harrison James on Surviving Child Sexual Abuse and Making A Difference
Content warning: This episode contains discussions of child sexual abuse, domestic violence, mental health and suicide which some listeners may find distressing. Resources can be found below. In this raw and real conversation, Harrison James joins Osher Gunsberg to tell his remarkable story of...
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What we get wrong about conspiracy theorists and narcissists (with Jon Ronson)
Why are we so fascinated by the people on the absolute fringes of society? When someone adopts a worldview that seems completely detached from consensus reality, what is the sequence of thoughts and experiences that led them there? In this episode, I’m joined by the legendary journalist, author,...
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How QNTM (aka Sam Hughes) Creates Mind-Bending Science Fiction Stories
Sam Hughes isn't a name most people are familiar with. Some may know him better by the pseudonym QNTM - a software engineer turned acclaimed science fiction author known for groundbreaking novels including There Is No Antimemetics Division and Ra. In this fascinating conversation, Osher Günsberg...
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Nat's What I Reckon on Panic Attacks, Purpose, and the Tram With No Stops
In this episode of Better Than Yesterday, Osher Gunsberg revisits one of his most memorable conversations with YouTuber, author and cook Nat's What I Reckon. Beyond the humour, viral videos and online success, Nat shares the deeply personal journey that shaped his life, including his ongoing…
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Katie Noonan Opens Up About Divorce, Endometriosis and How Music Can Heal Us
Katie Noonan is one of Australia's most acclaimed and celebrated musicians, but behind the awards, sold-out performances and extraordinary vocal talent is a story of resilience, reinvention and unwavering passion for the arts. Having known each other for some 40 years, Katie sits down for this...
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Stuart Diver's Powerful Lessons on Surviving Trauma, Healing & Hope
In this episode of Better Than Yesterday, Osher revisits one of his most powerful conversations, with sole survivor of the 1997 Thredbo landslide, Stuart Diver. After 65 hours trapped beneath the rubble and enduring the loss of his wife Sally, Stuart has spent decades learning not just how to...
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How to Overcome Insecurity and Stop Letting Fear Run Your Life with Jaemin Frazer
In this episode of Better Than Yesterday, Osher Günsberg sits down with life coach and author Jaemin Frazer for a thought-provoking conversation about insecurity, self-worth, identity and the stories we tell ourselves that shape our lives. They explore Jaemin's remarkable journey from church…
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Stop Avoiding Your Feelings: The Science of Emotional Agility with Susan David
In this episode of Better Than Yesterday, I'm revisiting a powerful conversation I had with world-renowned psychologist and author Dr Susan David about the science of emotions, resilience, and creating meaningful change. Susan shares the ideas behind her groundbreaking work on emotional agility -...
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The Dark Side of Health Misinformation: How Desperate People Get Exploited with Hannah McElhinney
In this powerful conversation, Osher Gunsberg sits down with journalist and author Hannah McElhinney to explore the complex world of chronic illness, medical misinformation, and what can happen when people lose trust in the systems designed to help them. Hannah shares the deeply personal story…
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AFL Coach Michelle Cowan on How to Stay Confident When People Doubt You
In this powerful conversation from the Better Than Yesterday archives, Michelle Cowan shares the lessons she’s learned from breaking barriers, challenging expectations, and building a career in a space where she was told she didn’t belong. From writing letters to every AFL club as a teenager to...
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Everything That's Wrong With Australian Politics And How to Fix It with Punter’s Politics
Why does it feel like political conversations have become so hostile? And why are so many Australians losing trust in politicians, the media, and the systems designed to represent them? In this episode, Osher Günsberg is joined by independent political commentator Konrad Benjamin, better known...
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Enjoyment Is Efficiency: The Productivity Shift That Changes Everything
In this episode, Osher revisits one of the most impactful conversations from the show with productivity expert and bestselling author Ali Abdaal. Ali breaks down a radically different approach to productivity — one built around enjoyment, play, and designing systems that actually work with your...
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Kids Don’t Need Perfect Parents, Just Present Ones with Lisa Taylor
Is the way we were brought up the best way to raise our kids today? In this deeply honest and insightful conversation, Osher speaks with family therapist, educator and author Lisa Taylor to explore the emotional patterns that shape family life — often without us even realising it. From childhood...
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The Lessons From Death That Will Change How You Live
What happens when you spend more than 20 years standing at the crossroads between life and death? You learn A LOT. In this powerful conversation, intensive care doctor and author Dr Matt Morgan shares the lessons he's taken from caring for hundreds of patients who have experienced cardiac arrest,...
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The Mindset Behind Daniel MacPherson's Transformation for latest film 'Beast'
My guest this week is someone many Australians have grown up watching — perhaps on Neighbours, maybe on Dancing With The Stars, perhaps even Strike Back. Now Daniel MacPherson has taken on one of the most physically and emotionally demanding roles of his career for the film Beast. In this...
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What Would Dannii Minogue Do?: Two Showbiz Lessons For Everyday Life from the Aussie Icon
Watching the Kylie Minogue documentary on Netflix with Audrey the other night, I was so happy to see my friend (and Kylie's sister) Dannii Minogue appear. There was a time when I thought I knew all about Dannii - that was until I worked with her for the very first time in 2009. I had been called…
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'Comfort Is Holding You Back': Secrets to Growth and Confidence with Ant Williams
What if the key to a better life isn't avoiding discomfort - but actively seeking it? In this powerful conversation, Osher sits down with performance psychologist, leadership coach, and world-record holding freediver Ant Williams to explore why some of life's greatest breakthroughs happen when we...
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What Gangsters and Hackers Can Teach As About Thriving in the Modern Economy
In a world where the old 'social contract' has been tossed out the window, where AI is taking over human resources and the 'traditional' path feels more like a dead end - where do you look for the new rules of survival? Do you look to the old school executive leaders or do you look to the…
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How Radio Star Robin Bailey Kept Going Through Unimaginable Grief - Twice
It was an absolute pleasure to sit down with Brisbane radio veteran Robin Bailey for a deeply honest and emotional conversation about the extraordinary highs and devastating lows of her life behind the microphone. I first met Robin in the mid-90s at B105 - I was the overnight guy, she was a new...
About this show
With every new day comes the opportunity to grow. Hosted by Osher Günsberg - a best-selling author, podcaster, TV host, husband, dad, stepdad, electric mobility enthusiast and part-time climate worrier. This podcast is here to help make today better than yesterday. Since 2013, the show has set out to improve life for you and the people you love. Sometimes it’s authentic conversations. Sometimes we’ll unpack the news or hear how Osher deals with life as a sober person with a different brain. But you’ll always hear something you need to hear (and laugh while you do). Listen to feel less alone, build better habits and discover some solution-based approaches for when life gets tricky.
Hosted by
Osher Günsberg