Open House Interviews with Dwayne Jeffries

Australian men and women are waiting longer to commit, with thirty the new average marrying age. Psychologist and social commentator Bettina Arndt says this is having a big social impact. She offers a unique insight into the trend and talks about the winners and losers of it.

Pastor Karl Faase concludes his series on Christian blockers. This week he talks about why Church is dying in the west and says people need to take a leap of faith. He also talks about his new television series, Towards Belief and says it will tackle the biggest Christian blockers.

Golden advice on the saturation and impact of social media on families. Chairman of the Christian Film and Television Commission Ted Baehr says the entertainment industry admires toxic values, but there is a way to avoid being harmed by the industry. He offers advice to both parents and children.

The role of women in the Church is hotly debated and the issue continues to evolve. Professor Lynn Cohick sheds light on it and talks about how Jesus depended on these women. She says they were all powerful and active in all levels of their religious communities.

Human condition guru Lyn Worsley continues her series on self development. This week she talks about eating disorders and how they affect human and brain development.

Social media guru Steve Kryger talks about the dramatic advancements in technology over the last twenty years. He explains how these advancements have changed what we do and how we do it. He also shares his favourite apps for making life a little easier.

Film critic Ben McEachen talks about the twelfth Star Trek movie, Into Darkness. He also talks about his recent wedding and honeymoon with wife Amy.

The rich and enriching story of music educator, conductor and maestro Richard Gill. He shares troubling stories from his school days and talks about how he made it through to become an Australian classical music legend. Richard also talks about the highs and lows of his career.

A continued conversation on television series Towards Belief and the biggest Christian blockers. This week Pastor Karl Faase talks about suffering and Church abuse. He says terrible damage has been done and can push people to lose their Christian faith.

The Medicare levy is set to increase to fund the NDIS. Australians will pay an extra dollar a day, but not everyone is supportive of the proposed move. Independent councillor Dr David Wilson talks about the role of government and fixing the big black hole in the federal budget. He gives an insight into what Australians can and can’t afford.

A photo book paying tribute to women caught in the cycle of poverty. Photographer Ken Duncan talks about his book, Vision of Hope, for Mother’s Day. He says it’s vital we lend a helping hand and recognise the people less fortunate around the world.

Leading contemporary Christian singer Roma Waterman talks about 20 years in the industry and her passion to inspire and encourage others. She also talks about the upcoming River of Life Conference and shares the song she wrote for it.

Society is becoming more unworkable with so little trust and truth in media and public life. Founder of Entente Management Consulting Vanessa Hall talks about her book called The Truth and Trust in Business. She says everything can fall apart when there is nothing believe in and no one to trust.

Scientific testing has proved humans are wired to believe in God from an early age. Developmental psychologist Olivera Petrovich conducted the research and shares some fascinating results. She talks about how the findings play out in adult life.

Human condition guru Lyn Worsley begins a new series on self development. This week she talks about reaching your highest potential and being the best you can be.