Why ‘Toughening Up’ Boys Could Be Doing More Harm Than Good

There is a strange ritual an actress does before taking the stage and it is a bit off!  Also the Jonas Brothers have found themselves at the centre of an unexpected controversy, with fans questioning whether the famous trio should have skipped the NFL in Melbourne. We love our dogs, but some owners are taking the pampering to a whole new level. From leaving music on and running the air conditioning to treating pets like royalty and even MASSAGE! After Fitzy went to the Adelaide Show, we somehow got onto talking about injuries and when you got impaled! These calls are next level!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fruit is getting a fast-food makeover, with a new trend making it easier and quicker to grab fresh produce on the go. We look at why fruit could be the next big fast-food option, how the way we buy and eat it is changing and whether this could be the future of convenient snacking. Drive Thru coconut anyone?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some rituals are just weird and cannot be explained. We look at the everyday rituals and routines that could have a surprising impact on your health and wellbeing, and why this woman has decided that eating something odd before taking the stage has become a ritual she does every time!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We love our dogs, but some owners are taking the pampering to a whole new level. From leaving music on and running the air conditioning to treating pets like royalty, we look at the over-the-top things people do to keep their dogs comfortable and happy—and ask whether we're spoiling them a little too much.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Jonas Brothers have found themselves at the centre of an unexpected controversy, with fans questioning whether the famous trio should have skipped the NFL in Melbourne. Some loved them, others weren't so sure! But one song they performed really had them fans divided! We also give a full NFL round up with everything you need to know!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wedding tattoos are becoming an increasingly popular way for couples and their guests to commemorate the big day, but this trend isn't exactly pain-free. We look at the unusual ways tattoos are making their way into Aussie weddings, why people are choosing permanent ink over traditional keepsakes and whether you'd actually get one at a wedding.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A prank involving someone dressed as the Grim Reaper has caused chaos outside a hospital, leaving people seriously confused and concerned. We reveal what happened, why the bizarre stunt caused such a reaction and how a costume prank quickly turned into a very uncomfortable situation. We also talk about a prank that a young man posted online where he is doing a lot of damage to people’s cars!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Getting kids out the door can feel like a full-time job, but just how much of your life are you actually losing waiting for them to get ready? From missing shoes and forgotten bags to endless "one more minute", we look at the surprising amount of time parents spend trying to get their kids out of the house.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever wondered why your cat insists on curling up on your bed, sometimes taking over the entire thing? There could be more behind their sleeping habits than simply wanting a cosy spot. We look at the surprising reasons cats choose where and who they sleep beside, what their behaviour could be telling you and why your bed might be their favourite place in the house. Plus, Getting kids out the door can feel like a full-time job, but just how much of your life are you actually losing waiting for them to get ready? From missing shoes and forgotten bags to endless "one more minute", we look at the surprising amount of time parents spend trying to get their kids out of the house. A prank involving someone dressed as the Grim Reaper has caused chaos outside a hospital, wedding tattoos are becoming an increasingly popular way for couples and their guests to commemorate the big day, but this trend isn't exactly pain-free and we play another round of Mind The Gap!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr Billy Garvey joins us and challenges the idea that boys simply need to "toughen up". We explore how expectations around emotions, behaviour and resilience can shape boys as they grow, why shutting down feelings may have unintended consequences and what parents can do to help boys develop confidence without having to hide what they're feeling and take your parenting calls live.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.