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🎙 Podcast. Podcast. Podcast. 🎙

Hey forum!  I've noticed a podcast size hole in this forum! This thread is for us forumites to  share the podcasts we love with each other, and why we like them ... Read more

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I need help. I've hit rock bottom. Was admitted to a public mental health ward. Have just been released and am staying in emergency accommodation..but I'm now unemployed ... Read more

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National Science Week is Australia’s annual celebration of science and technology. It features more than 1,000 events around Australia located at universities, schools, r ... Read more

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Guilt, Shame, Regret

Hey guys,   For those of you who haven’t read my other posts I’ll do a short recap. My Dad was diagnosed with terminal cancer 5 weeks ago, and cirrhosis of the liver ... Read more

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Hi Everyone,This is my first time writing as I sit here crying. My brother has schizophrenia/bipolar and drug dependency issues and has done for many years now. But he ha ... Read more

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