These audio excerpts centre on finding strength and joy in minor achievements amidst significant hardship, particularly health challenges. One recording features a discussion and snippets from another, where an individual reflects poetically on their experiences, highlighting the importance of small victories and the unwavering support of a partner. The third audio note shares a similarly themed personal reflection, focusing on the power of taking incremental steps and the hope found in small progress during a difficult physical recovery. Together, the sources underscore the resilience of the human spirit and the profound impact of appreciating life's little moments when facing adversity.

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1. Are you sentimental? What to keep and what to throw away.
2. Unpopular Opinions: People who claim they "never gossip" are the worst offenders

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Cath discovers the people in Damien Wilkins’ life who inspired his latest novel, “Delirious”. It’s an emotionally powerful novel about families, ageing and the surprising ways second chances come around.

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Annie visits Orchard Books in the Adelaide Arcade where she receives a masterclass in styling a warm, inviting and delightfully idiosyncratic second-hand bookshop.

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Our random reader XYZ recommends “Time of the Child” and “This is Happiness” by Niall Williams.

Guests

Damien Wilkins, New Zealand author of “Delirious”... and 14 other novels.

Nick Patrick and Kate Treloar, owners of Orchard Bookshop, Adelaide Arcade.

Other books that get a mention:

Cath recommends her holiday reads; “Molly Keen; A Life” by Sally Phipps and “Overtaken” by Alexei Sayle

Annie recommends “The Tenderness of Wolves” by Stef Penney

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1. Gossip… who do you tell when you’re asked not to tell?
2. Conspiracy Theories: The dark side of the Denver Airport
3. Awkward Encounters: What to do when someone pretends they don’t know who you are

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The provided song excerpts explore themes of overcoming adversity and finding personal triumph in unexpected circumstances. One track details navigating self-doubt and embracing unconventional paths to success. Another celebrates an individual with physical limitations who uses inventive means to achieve independence and boost morale. Further excerpts highlight the persistence required for physical recovery, the appeal of escape and companionship, and a comedic embrace of life's messy victories. Ultimately, the collection touches on themes of resilience, self-discovery, and the importance of pursuing one's aspirations, even when facing significant challenges.

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1. Awkward group chat encounters
2. Asking Deanna uncomfortable truths on her birthday
3. Funny pick-up lines (let us know if they work)

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1. Going through the WRONG back door
2. Katy Perry Moon Landing
3. Brunch Bitch: are people getting dumber?

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