Better Than Yesterday with Osher Günsberg

Professor Alistair Sproul has been building solar technology since the 1980s. As head of the School of Photovoltaic and Renewable Energy Engineering at UNSW, he's watched Australia lead the world in solar adoption often without realising it.  As the nation, and indeed the rest of the world, grapples with a mounting energy crisis and growing oil prices, I thought it would be a great time to revisit my chat with Alistair and his insights into Australia's transition towards renewable energy. That transition isn't coming. It's already here. And it's happening faster than anyone in Canberra is telling you. LINKS  Listen to the full interview with Prof. Alistair Sproul here 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 Get tickets for our next Story Club show Get Osher's latest book "So What? Now What?" here Send a pic of what you're looking at to sendosheremail@gmail.com  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What do boy bands, modern dating and unhealthy masculinity have in common? According to today's guest - comedian, writer and performer Bridie Connell - more than you think. In this hilarious conversation, Bridie joins me to talk about her wildly original musical F*ccbois: Live In Concert — a sharp, affectionate and very funny satire about a fictional boy band, performed entirely by a female and non-binary cast in drag. Bridie shares how years of observing modern dating culture, “love bombing”, gaslighting and the strange choreography of bad male behaviour inspired the show. And how what began as a desire to write about “f*ck boys” eventually became a full-scale musical and a love letter to the boy bands of the ’90s and 2000s, like Backstreet Boys, *NSync and Westlife. The show is hilarious - if you get the chance to see it, you won't regret it! LINKS  Catch F*ccbois: Live In Concert at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival Follow F*ccbois: Live in Concert for future show announcements 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 Get tickets for our next Story Club show Get Osher's latest book "So What? Now What?" here Send a pic of what you're looking at to sendosheremail@gmail.com  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you've wondered whether electrification is actually feasible, affordable, or secure — this episode answers those questions with data, not hope. Saul Griffith — MIT engineer, inventor, and author of Electrify: An Optimist's Playbook for Our Clean Energy Future — reveals why Australia is uniquely positioned to lead the world's energy transition, starting with transport. In this Best Of episode focused on energy security and transportation, Saul explains why electric vehicle adoption will happen faster than anyone expects once price parity hits, how EVs actually make the grid more resilient by serving as distributed battery storage, and why hydrogen vehicles are a fossil fuel industry distraction that can't compete with batteries on physics or economics. You'll hear: The 35-second plan that could decarbonize Australia by 2030 Why rooftop solar's explosive growth previews what's coming for EVs How the Ford F-150 going electric changes cultural perceptions overnight Why Australian households with EVs could go off-grid for 10+ days The engineering reality that kills hydrogen's viability for transport 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  Get tickets for our next Story Club show  Get Osher's latest book "So What? Now What?" here  Send a pic of what you're looking at to sendosheremail@gmail.com  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does it actually mean to live a good life in a world that feels increasingly complex, divided, and emotionally charged?  In this conversation, I speak with world-renowned moral philosopher and professor of bioethics Peter Singer to unpack some of the hardest questions of our time—from the ethics of global conflict and public discourse, to why we ignore suffering we could prevent, and what we really owe one another.  We explore the tension between outrage and empathy, the psychology behind why we cling to certain beliefs even when faced with evidence, and how identity can quietly shape (and limit) our thinking. Peter also shares the personal story of how he radically changed his own views, and why being willing to revise your beliefs isn’t just intellectual humility… it’s a moral responsibility.  And Peter explains how to make donations to charity have the greatest impact in 2026.   LINKS  More info on The Life You Can Save’s work  Grab Peter’s book ‘The Life You Can Save’ for free  Listen to Peter’s podcast ‘Lives Well Lived’  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  Get tickets for our next Story Club show  Get Osher's latest book "So What? Now What?" here  Send a pic of what you're looking at to sendosheremail@gmail.com  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rich Roll gets brutally honest about the seven-year financial nightmare that nearly broke him — cars repossessed, dumping rubbish behind grocery stores, racing against house foreclosure while being featured on the cover of Outside Magazine.  This isn't the polished hero's journey.  This is the real thing. Part of a longer conversation form ep 484, today Rich and Osher discuss:  The dissonance between public success and private collapse How his wife Julie's "Jedi mindset" became their survival strategy Why he treated the repo man with dignity instead of resentment The neuroscience of movement as a pattern interrupt for stuck thinking The single question that kept him from going back to his old job.  If you've ever been one bad month away from losing everything or wondered whether your dream is worth the cost, this conversation will stay with you. 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 Get tickets for our next Story Club show Get Osher's latest book "So What? Now What?" here See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, I'm joined again by the brilliantly fearless comedian Daniel Sloss. We take a deep dive into a wide range of topics, including the realities of fatherhood, the dark side of anonymity on the internet, and the crucial distinction between kindness and weakness. Daniel shares his experiences navigating the emotional rollercoaster of going from performing for thousands of adoring fans to the daily grind of parenting young children. We also explore how the line of what's acceptable in comedy is constantly shifting, the challenges of being a "sexist feminist", and the importance of self-compassion. Daniel reveals how embracing his flaws through parody on stage has helped him become more humble in real life. And based on his new comedy show, we also discuss the bitterness that can creep in when comparing oneself to others and how focusing on what truly matters, like the love of family, can bring genuine happiness. LINKS More info on Daniel's 'Bitter' tour: danielsloss.com 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 Get tickets for our next Story Club show Get Osher's latest book "So What? Now What?" here Send a pic of what you're looking at to sendosheremail@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Broden Kelly is best known as one of the members of comedy team Aunty Donna. But he's also a mad footy fan who started a podcast called The Footy with Broden Kelly. With the footy season kicking off in Australia, I thought it would be a good time to look back on my chat with Broden from a few years ago, where we discussed the power of sport, particularly AFL, to unite people in cheering for a common goal. In a world that often lacks connection, sport can provide both social connection and physical movement. If you're not currently barracking for a team, I'm going to try my best to convince you it's a good idea to start. And if you are already following a team, I'll give you some reasons why it's a good thing (even if other people are telling you otherwise). LINKS Listen to the full interview with Broden here Check out The Footy with Broden Kelly podcast 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 Get tickets for our next Story Club show Get Osher's latest book "So What? Now What?" here Send a pic of what you're looking at to sendosheremail@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s guest works with some of the most elite performers in the world — AFL premiership captains, Grand Slam champions, world title surfers and Olympic athletes. But this conversation isn’t about winning. It’s about what happens before the win. And what happens when there isn’t one.  In this powerful conversation, author and mindset coach Ben Crowe explains the psychology of elite performance, pressure, identity, and what it really means to succeed. While Ben has worked with elite athletes and world champions, helping them navigate the mental side of performance, this conversation goes far beyond sport. It’s about self-worth, perfectionism, vulnerability, and why so many high performers struggle when their identity becomes tied to outcomes. We explore the hidden pressure behind success, why chasing perfection can lead to shame, and how separating who you are from what you do can transform both performance and wellbeing. Ben shares practical insights from working with the likes of Ash Barty, revealing the mindset shifts that allow people to perform at their best while still living a meaningful life. If you’ve ever felt the weight of expectations, whether in your career, relationships, or personal ambitions, this conversation will help you reframe the way you think about success. Daniel will tour Australia in April 2026 - check the link below for shows near you. LINKS Ben's book 'Where The Light Gets In' is available now More on Ben's company Mojo Crowe 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 Get tickets for our next Story Club show Get Osher's latest book "So What? Now What?" here Send a pic of what you're looking at to sendosheremail@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trauma psychologist Tahnee Schulz—a critical incident first responder who has worked with those affected by events like the Sydney Lindt Café siege and the Nepal Earthquakes—offers a forensic, compassionate map for finding meaning when life's floor falls away.  In this quick hit with Tahnee, you’ll hear about: The Jelly Bean Jar: The deceptively simple neuroscience of small pleasures and why they are the foundation of resilience. The Definition of Trauma: Why trauma is defined not by what happened, but by how it made you feel, and the profound, genetic stakes of leaving it unprocessed. The Suffering Witness: How to recognize that your empathy is a strength, not a wound, and why seeking help is vital even if the trauma didn't happen to you directly. This is a conversation about the extraordinary human capacity to build meaning, move through uncertainty, and choose a full, thriving life. SUPPORT For immediate support in a crisis, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 More resources are available from Beyond Blue LINKS Listen to the full episode with Tahnee Schulz here 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 Get tickets for our next Story Club show Get Osher's latest book "So What? Now What?" here Send a pic of what you're looking at to sendosheremail@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alex Lee is a well known face in television and comedy, so it's no surprise she was chosen to host the ABC's new comedy game show 'Tonight At The Museum' - filmed inside a real, working museum! In this episode, Alex talks about how she transitioned from a career in news to writing and starring in hit comedy series, the complexities of filming inside the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery, and why it's important to keep learning about and from our history.  LINKS Watch Tonight At The Museum on ABC iview Follow Alex on Instagram @aalleexxlleeee Check out Alex's 'Baby Shoes' podcast 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 Get tickets for our next Story Club show Get Osher's latest book "So What? Now What?" here Send a pic of what you're looking at to sendosheremail@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.