AFTRS FM 2025

The week’s not over till you’ve heard the best of it! We’ve rounded up the funniest, quirkiest, and most feel-good stories from AFTRS FM and packed them into one episode. Think of it as your highlight reel of the week - good vibes only! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Somebody call Shaboozey because on today's episode of AFTRS FM we are getting tipsy! Molly looks into why reality TV is so gripping, Cate talks to the Adam Gilchrist about tequila, Kwame gets high (on running), and Nathan tries to figure out why young people are ditching the pub for Yo-Chi! To see any photos and bonus content, head to the AFTRS FM Instagram. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's episode, in the spirit of RUOK Day, we're covering how people connect in 2025. Marni and Aspen fill us in on how tabletop and video gaming scenes are fostering community. Annabelle learns how young people are turning from dating apps back to in-person social events, and Karl shares the story of what happened when he tried to make friends with an AI. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's episode, we look into Sport. You'll hear us tackle concussions in young athletes, sports anime, if pro-wrestling is really a sport and the burning question - if dancing really is that scary. Plus, we hit the streets to hear what people think about booing at matches and what they reckon they'd nail at the Olympics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we’re settling the elusive world of sleep. Do those TikTok sleep hacks actually work? Can you really squeeze three hours of rest into just twenty minutes? We’ll explore what happens around the world while you’re fast asleep, and unpack the science of REM, deep sleep, and hypnogogic jerks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we're strutting through the world of fashion.We’re talking about National Indigenous Fashion Week 2025, if anyone’s actually wearing heels anymore, the Y2K comeback, the Armani impact on film and if the Devil Wears Prada can improve your style. Tune in for all things fashion and a little bit of sass. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today, we’re serving up a little bit of everything from music and film, to careers, pets and self-improvement. We're talking AI's songwriting skills, weather blues, the magic of neurodivergent creators, and lifechanging kelpie companionship. Plus, a cheeky nod to that Oscar speech you’ve definitely rehearsed (because we've all done it in the mirror right?). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's episode, we focus on the furry friends that we love so much. Annabelle examines the phenomenon of the crazy cat lady, and Aspen learns how a new approach is addressing the vet mental health crisis. Bec takes a trip to an exotic pet store and Karl brings us the heartfelt story of Rocky the red kelpie. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's episode, we are challenging self improvement ideas. AI therapy... have you done it? Contrast therapy... would you do it? Then, we explore if weather can truly affect your mood, and should we break out of our comfort zones. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So you’ve got the talent — but how do you turn it into a career? On today's episode we focus on how students can make it in today’s fast-changing screen and broadcast world and how students can be career-ready. Careers in the creative industries are rarely straightforwardwe spotlight the strengths of neurodivergent employees in arts and media, and we explore social media in business, how it can build a career or revive one. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the second episode, we talk about all things music. We learn about the growth of green music venues across NSW, how young people are embracing classical music and the Swifty phenomenon. Also, can AI can make good music? And, what is the best musical instrument? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the first episode, we dive into the many faces of film culture. From the glitter of Oscar acceptance speeches to the creative pulse of the Melbourne International Film Festival, these cinephiles explore the range of how film can be experienced. We examine the art of reviewing a film and take a look at the rise of vertical soap operas, the newest trend shaking up screen storytelling. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.