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Sound Bites

Each fortnight Sound Bite's Peter and Russell talk about a topic, tune in and even join in the conversation.

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Origins of some of our most popular sayings.
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This week Peter and Russell take a light hearted journey of the English language, more specifically the origins of some of our most popular sayings. Ever wonder where a particular saying comes from? Who was the first to use it? What did it originally mean? We may just have all the answers for you on the show. Sit back and laugh with us (or most likely at us) as we reveal where some of our most popular sayings come from.

The Olympic Games - Part 2
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Release the pigeons of peace, power up the drones and let's go Tokyo 2021 for the start of the Olympic Games.

This week Peter and Russell take a look at some of the trials and triumphs of the modern Olympic Games. We will visit some of the historical moments, talk about some of the amazing achievements and commemorate the start of this year's Summer Olympic Games.

Rare Mental Health Conditions - Part 1
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Welcome to Sound Bites, the podcast that serves up deliciously engaging conversations blending entertainment with insightful information! In today’s episode, Peter and Russell are diving into the fascinating yet often overlooked world of rare mental illnesses. While many are familiar with common mental health conditions, we’ll explore the unique challenges faced by those living with these rare disorders, shedding light on their experiences and the science behind them.

Join us as we illuminate the complexities of conditions that may not make headlines but deserve our attention and understanding. From symptoms that defy traditional diagnosis to the journey toward treatment, we aim to demystify these rare illnesses and celebrate the resilience of those affected. So settle in and get ready for a thought-provoking episode that’s sure to enrich your understanding of mental health!


Support Lines:

🇺🇸 USA

  1. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
  2. Phone: 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255)
  3. New Number: Dial 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
  4. Website: 988lifeline.org
  5. Crisis Text Line
  6. Text: Text HELLO to 741741
  7. Website: crisistextline.org
  8. SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration)
  9. Phone: 1-800-662-HELP (1-800-662-4357)
  10. Website: samhsa.gov
  11. The Trevor Project (LGBTQ Youth)
  12. Phone: 1-866-488-7386
  13. Text: Text START to 678-678
  14. Website: thetrevorproject.org

🇬🇧 UK

  1. Samaritans
  2. Phone: 116 123 (Free, 24/7)
  3. Website: samaritans.org
  4. National Suicide Prevention Helpline UK
  5. Phone: 0800 689 5652
  6. Website: nationalsuicidepreventionhelpline.org.uk
  7. Childline (Support for Children)
  8. Phone: 0800 1111
  9. Website: childline.org.uk
  10. Shout (Crisis Text Line)
  11. Text: Text SHOUT to 85258
  12. Website: giveusashout.org

🇦🇺 Australia

  1. Lifeline Australia
  2. Phone: 13 11 14
  3. Website: lifeline.org.au
  4. Beyond Blue
  5. Phone: 1300 22 4636
  6. Website: beyondblue.org.au
  7. Kids Helpline (For Children and Youth)
  8. Phone: 1800 55 1800
  9. Website: kidshelpline.com.au
  10. MensLine Australia (For Men’s Mental Health)
  11. Phone: 1300 78 99 78
  12. Website: mensline.org.au

🇳🇿 New Zealand

  1. Lifeline New Zealand
  2. Phone: 0800 543 354 or Text HELP to 4357
  3. Website: lifeline.org.nz
  4. Youthline
  5. Phone: 0800 376 633
  6. Text: Text 234
  7. Website: youthline.co.nz
  8. 1737 (Need to Talk?)
  9. Phone: Free call or text 1737 (24/7)
  10. Website: 1737.org.nz
  11. Samaritans NZ
  12. Phone: 0800 726 666
  13. Website: samaritans.org.nz