• Zoë Foster-Blake on how to write a book
    Jan 9 2025
    How does a hugely successful entrepreneur and parent find the energy, creativity and time to write a novel? Zoë Foster Blake tells Bridie Jabour how to make the most of 90 minutes and where to start You can support the Guardian at theguardian.com/fullstorysupport
    Show More Show Less
    23 mins
  • How to face your fears and ocean swim with Alice Marklew
    Jan 8 2025
    It’s obvious there are many benefits of open water swimming, but knowing how to prepare and where to begin can feel overwhelming. Founder of the Coogee Bay Cuttlefish swim club Alice Marklew takes Matilda Boseley through practical tips to jumping (safely) into the big blue You can support the Guardian at theguardian.com/fullstorysupport
    Show More Show Less
    18 mins
  • Dolly Doctor on how to talk to teens about sex and consent
    Jan 7 2025
    For more than twenty years Dr Melissa Kang helped Australian teenagers navigate puberty with her much-loved column, ‘Dolly Doctor’. Dr Kang speaks to Reged Ahmad about why it’s more important than ever to have that conversation You can support the Guardian at theguardian.com/fullstorysupport
    Show More Show Less
    26 mins
  • Charles Duhigg on how to become a supercommunicator
    Jan 6 2025
    Do you find yourself replaying an important conversation in your head and thinking - ‘why did I say that?’ Journalist and Pulitzer prize-winning author Charles Duhigg found himself at a similar impasse when he had to manage a project and struggled to connect with members of his team. So he learned everything he could about communication. Duhigg tells Reged Ahmad about the simple things anyone can do to improve their communication skills and why being a good listener is key You can support the Guardian at theguardian.com/fullstorysupport
    Show More Show Less
    25 mins
  • Karima Hazim on how to cook for a crowd
    Jan 5 2025
    Whether we like it or not, some of us will have to host friends and family at home this holiday season. Karima Hazim, co-author of cookbook Sofra: Lebanese Recipes to Share, takes Reged Ahmad through her essential hacks for putting on a spread to impress – without the stress You can support the Guardian at theguardian.com/fullstorysupport
    Show More Show Less
    24 mins
  • Miranda Tapsell on how to cope with rejection
    Jan 2 2025
    Whether you’ve been passed over for promotion or dumped by the love of your life, moving on from ‘no’ can be tough. Actor and writer Miranda Tapsell tells Reged Ahmad how she’s dealt with rejection throughout her career and how setbacks have made her stronger You can support the Guardian at theguardian.com/fullstorysupport
    Show More Show Less
    24 mins
  • Zara Wong on how to find your personal style
    Jan 1 2025
    Fashion editor and consultant Zara Wong was attracted to the world of fashion from a young age. After successful stints at Harpers Bazaar, Vogue and Aje Collective she now works as a consultant and also produces her own fashion substack newsletter – Screenshot This. The fashion expert tells Matilda Boseley why you should ignore the rules and not try as hard You can support the Guardian at theguardian.com/fullstorysupport
    Show More Show Less
    23 mins
  • Xavier Mulenga on how to know when to quit alcohol
    Dec 31 2024
    Thinking of breaking up with the booze? Addiction specialist and psychiatrist Xavier Mulenga tells Bridie Jabour the common reasons people think they can’t quit and the steps you can take to reduce your alcohol intake You can support the Guardian at theguardian.com/fullstorysupport
    Show More Show Less
    23 mins