6PR Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague
2,974 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 days ago -Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague will break down the issues that matter to you.
It’s a conversation with the people of Perth where you’ll get to know more than just the headline. It connects you with some of the country’s leading experts in health, property and technology.
As well as the latest news, you’ll get informative tips and advice on everything from keeping your garden in bloom to the best travel spots, as well as behind-the-scenes takes on your favourite sports teams.
You’ll have a laugh and you’re guaranteed to learn something new when you tune in with Julie-anne from 12pm-3pm.
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Episodes
Child’s Play: Kids in the digital world
November 16, 2023 07:35 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MBEvery fortnight on Thursday’s from 1pm, Julie-anne Sprague is joined by various parenting pros, dieticians, and education experts to answer questions all about a child’s world and tackle the challenges that come up as a parent or guardian. This week, Paul Litherland from Surf Online Safe helped with: Kids in the digital world App for parents to track teens signs up 1.7 m Aussie users Goodbye Omegle: how the anonymous chat room traumatised our teen years See omnystudio.com/listener for p...
Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - November 16th 2023
November 16, 2023 07:16 - 1 hour - 94.3 MBAfternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - November 16th 2023 Jules will give you an in-depth look at topical issues in a relaxed manner Afternoons on 6PR is a conversation with the people of Perth, keeping you across the latest news and will have you smiling from 12-3pm. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Popular alcoholic drink set for major name change after breaching codes
November 16, 2023 04:32 - 11 minutes - 10.9 MBPopular alcoholic drink "Hard Solo" will be renamed "Hard Rated" after breaching a number of official industry codes. Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education CEO Caterina Giorgi told Julie-anne Sprague on Afternoons the industry is a "total mess". See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - November 15th 2023
November 15, 2023 07:08 - 1 hour - 94.6 MBAfternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - November 15th 2023 Jules will give you an in-depth look at topical issues in a relaxed manner Afternoons on 6PR is a conversation with the people of Perth, keeping you across the latest news and will have you smiling from 12-3pm. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The most popular game no one's heard of
November 15, 2023 06:49 - 3 minutes - 3.04 MBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How a Geraldton man is helping those in need one bike at a time
November 15, 2023 05:12 - 8 minutes - 8.25 MBFor the last five years, a group of Geraldton locals have been restoring and rehoming more than 1,800 bikes to help create mobility for those in need around the world. Partnering with Bicycles for Humanity, Peter Moore has turned his own backyard shed into a workshop where he and the local community come together to help those in need. Mr Moore Told Julie-anne Sprague on 6PR Afternoons it's more than just a hobby. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What sounds of WA should be nationally archived?
November 14, 2023 07:33 - 8 minutes - 7.82 MBEleven pieces of audio - including pop music, advertisement jingles and an iconic sun safety jingle have been added to The National Film and Sound Archive's unique Sounds of Australia registry! The archives are always on the lookout for new sounds, find out how you can submit a nomination! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - November 14th 2023
November 14, 2023 07:12 - 1 hour - 95 MBAfternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - November 14th 2023 Jules will give you an in-depth look at topical issues in a relaxed manner Afternoons on 6PR is a conversation with the people of Perth, keeping you across the latest news and will have you smiling from 12-3pm. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Gluten free? There's a medical breakthrough just for you
November 14, 2023 07:10 - 10 minutes - 10.1 MBAn Australian company has developed a pill that could revolutionise treatment for people suffering from gluten intolerance. Glutagen has developed a patented product people can take before a meal that protects people against symptoms from accidental gluten ingestion. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - November 13th 2023
November 13, 2023 07:04 - 1 hour - 93.3 MBAfternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - November 13th 2023 Jules will give you an in-depth look at topical issues in a relaxed manner Afternoons on 6PR is a conversation with the people of Perth, keeping you across the latest news and will have you smiling from 12-3pm. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Perth puzzler completes world's largest jigsaw
November 13, 2023 06:52 - 8 minutes - 7.93 MBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Afternoons with Jo McManus - Full Show - November 10th 2023
November 10, 2023 07:03 - 1 hour - 92.3 MBAfternoons with Jo McManus for Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - November 10th 2023 Jules will give you an in-depth look at topical issues in a relaxed manner Afternoons on 6PR is a conversation with the people of Perth, keeping you across the latest news and will have you smiling from 12-3pm. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
US talk show host plays inteference in New Zealand's favourite bird election
November 10, 2023 07:03 - 9 minutes - 9.02 MB“This is what democracy is all about – America interfering in foreign elections,” he said. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
WA Young Australian of the Year Kate Kirwin's Backstory
November 10, 2023 05:59 - 19 minutes - 18.2 MBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Schools push for four-day school week
November 10, 2023 04:52 - 8 minutes - 7.42 MBWA schools should follow Queensland’s footsteps in trialing a four-day school week for students in a radical move which could help improve a range of issues in the education system, experts say. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - November 9th 2023
November 09, 2023 07:04 - 1 hour - 87.5 MBAfternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - November 9th 2023 Jules will give you an in-depth look at topical issues in a relaxed manner Afternoons on 6PR is a conversation with the people of Perth, keeping you across the latest news and will have you smiling from 12-3pm. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
& Juliet star Lorinda May Merrypor joins Jules ahead of highly-anticipated Crown Season
November 09, 2023 06:30 - 6 minutes - 6.4 MBThe award-winning pop musical flips the script on the greatest love story ever told. It comes to Perth in December after a sold-out season in Melbourne. & Juliet is composed by Max Martin, a song-writer who has the third most #1 singles behind only Paul McCartney an John Lennon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Paying more for less? Getting to the bottom of the backwards supermarket slog
November 09, 2023 04:35 - 8 minutes - 8.15 MBA six-month investigation into supermarkets' use of plastics by the Australian Marine Conservation has turned up some results that seem pretty backwards. AMCS Plastics Campaign Manager Shane Cucow told Julie-anne Sprague on 6PR Afternoons loose fresh fruit and vegetables were "frequently" more expensive than their bagged brethren. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Swedish sibling sensations 'The Magicians' perform mind-bending trick on Jules
November 08, 2023 07:25 - 12 minutes - 11.1 MBThe Swedish sibling sensations, Adam & Selina Murby, known for their mind-bending shows will take Perth by storm with one live show this Friday at the Regal Theatre Subiaco. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - November 8th 2023
November 08, 2023 07:15 - 1 hour - 94.2 MBAfternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - November 8th 2023 Jules will give you an in-depth look at topical issues in a relaxed manner Afternoons on 6PR is a conversation with the people of Perth, keeping you across the latest news and will have you smiling from 12-3pm. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The disturbing, long-lasting impact of AI: Tracey Spicer explains
November 08, 2023 06:07 - 12 minutes - 11 MBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What you can do if you're picking up the pieces from the Optus outage
November 08, 2023 05:07 - 5 minutes - 4.87 MBOptus' CEO says she's in 'constant communication' with the government as the telco works to restore a nationwide outage. Banks, hospitals, businesses and public services are among those affected by the issue, with WA Police urging people to "make arrangements arrangements with a neighbour, family member or friend" with a working landline. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - November 7th 2023
November 07, 2023 07:05 - 1 hour - 79.5 MBAfternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - November 7th 2023 Jules will give you an in-depth look at topical issues in a relaxed manner Afternoons on 6PR is a conversation with the people of Perth, keeping you across the latest news and will have you smiling from 12-3pm. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
'Uninhabitable' Freo home sells for half a million dollars
November 07, 2023 06:31 - 9 minutes - 8.63 MBWe all know the property market is in crisis at the moment, but shelling out half a million dollars for a home you can't live in might just be a bridge too far. White House Property Partners' Connie Handcock has done just that by selling what could be Perth's worst home. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Melbourne Cup 2023: Mark Zahra's family declares WA victory with massive win
November 07, 2023 05:14 - 3 minutes - 3.5 MBMark Zahra has pulled off the very difficult, winning to Melbourne Cups in a row, and the WA contingent have been quick in declaring their victory. The Glen Forrest native has made it two Melbourne Cups in a row, and his auntie Cath Denton told Julie-anne Sprague on 6PR Afternoons they're just as proud of him this time 'round. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - November 6th 2023
November 06, 2023 07:04 - 1 hour - 93 MBAfternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - November 6th 2023 Jules will give you an in-depth look at topical issues in a relaxed manner Afternoons on 6PR is a conversation with the people of Perth, keeping you across the latest news and will have you smiling from 12-3pm. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
'Letters From a Hard Country': 6PR veteran publishes debut novel
November 06, 2023 06:41 - 11 minutes - 10.1 MBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Australians deemed 'worse off' for not moving between jobs
November 06, 2023 05:20 - 6 minutes - 5.54 MBProductivity experts says workers who switch to companies which are 13 per cent more effective than the firms they leave contribute to productivity growth in Australia. e61 Institute Analyst Jack Buckley agrees the average productivity gap between ‘origin’ and ‘destination’ firms has more than halved since the mid-2000s. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Backstories with Wendy Harmer
November 03, 2023 07:31 - 20 minutes - 19.2 MBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - November 3rd 2023
November 03, 2023 07:04 - 1 hour - 93.2 MBAfternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - November 3rd 2023 Jules will give you an in-depth look at topical issues in a relaxed manner Afternoons on 6PR is a conversation with the people of Perth, keeping you across the latest news and will have you smiling from 12-3pm. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
'Healthy fat': Blood test could soon reveal your true disease risk
November 03, 2023 05:43 - 9 minutes - 8.57 MBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
'Shame on you': Qantas shareholders fired up at AGM
November 03, 2023 05:00 - 5 minutes - 5.1 MBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - November 2nd 2023
November 02, 2023 07:08 - 1 hour - 93.1 MBAfternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - November 2nd 2023 Jules will give you an in-depth look at topical issues in a relaxed manner Afternoons on 6PR is a conversation with the people of Perth, keeping you across the latest news and will have you smiling from 12-3pm. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Alarms that don't alarm and fridges that don't refrigerate: 2023's shonkiest products
November 02, 2023 06:18 - 10 minutes - 9.43 MBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Scammers preying on FOMO in insidious social media hustles
November 02, 2023 04:25 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MBIt seems a day doesn't go by without a new, sophisticated attempt by scammers to separate you form your money. Recently, though, they've gone straight to the point - stealing your friends' identities and attempting to bilk you into fake event tickets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - November 1st 2023
November 01, 2023 07:44 - 1 hour - 93.6 MBAfternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - November 1st 2023 Jules will give you an in-depth look at topical issues in a relaxed manner Afternoons on 6PR is a conversation with the people of Perth, keeping you across the latest news and will have you smiling from 12-3pm. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The novel heart transplant alternative saving West Aussie lives
November 01, 2023 06:14 - 9 minutes - 8.97 MBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Major retailers crack down on violence before the crazy season begins
November 01, 2023 06:01 - 5 minutes - 4.85 MBWoolworths laid down the law last week, saying they are taking steps to protect employees as the major national retailer recorded more than 3,000 acts of violence, threats and abuse in the past 12 months. With Black Friday and Christmas approaching, Australian Retail Association's Chief of Industry Affairs Fleur Brown told Julie-anne Sprague on 6PR Afternoons the need to take a proactive stance against retail violence is stronger than ever. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat...
Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - October 31st 2023
October 31, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 94.2 MBAfternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - October 31st 2023 Jules will give you an in-depth look at topical issues in a relaxed manner Afternoons on 6PR is a conversation with the people of Perth, keeping you across the latest news and will have you smiling from 12-3pm. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
'Fried rice syndrome': Microbiologist explains deadly poisoning
October 31, 2023 06:49 - 6 minutes - 5.95 MBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
'Serial investors' are spoiling Perth market - what can you do about it?
October 31, 2023 05:44 - 8 minutes - 8.11 MBEnquiries for properties from East Coast investors are now overshadowing those of local buyers, pointing to the massive inequity and inaccessibility currently facing WA's property market. The Agency's Rash Dhanjal told Julie-anne Sprague on 6PR Afternoons "serial investors" overrepresent East Coast involvement in local purchases and auctions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - October 30th 2023
October 30, 2023 07:01 - 1 hour - 95 MBAfternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - October 30th 2023 Jules will give you an in-depth look at topical issues in a relaxed manner Afternoons on 6PR is a conversation with the people of Perth, keeping you across the latest news and will have you smiling from 12-3pm. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Employers plan to pay staff less for working at home
October 30, 2023 06:27 - 9 minutes - 8.89 MBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sports betting scrambles to make face ahead of looming advertising bans
October 30, 2023 05:12 - 9 minutes - 9.06 MBSports betting companies have reached out to the Federal Government and offered to remove logos from football club match day jerseys, as pressure continues to mount over the ubiquity of betting ads. Federal Communications Minister Michelle Rowland is gearing up to announce all-encompassing changes to competition and advertising laws, specifically targeted at the $50 billion-a-year industry. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
From Collie to leading London chef: Scott Hallsworth’s story
October 27, 2023 08:00 - 19 minutes - 17.9 MBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - October 27th 2023
October 27, 2023 06:49 - 1 hour - 91.6 MBAfternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - October 27th 2023 Jules will give you an in-depth look at topical issues in a relaxed manner Afternoons on 6PR is a conversation with the people of Perth, keeping you across the latest news and will have you smiling from 12-3pm. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Star Wars, Alien and Thor: These two Australians make monsters for a living
October 27, 2023 05:22 - 9 minutes - 9.05 MBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tillies fever hits Perth!
October 27, 2023 05:18 - 6 minutes - 5.68 MBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Afternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - October 26th 2023
October 26, 2023 07:31 - 1 hour - 87.8 MBAfternoons with Julie-anne Sprague - Full Show - October 26th 2023 Jules will give you an in-depth look at topical issues in a relaxed manner Afternoons on 6PR is a conversation with the people of Perth, keeping you across the latest news and will have you smiling from 12-3pm. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Cattle farmers' plea to the city: 'We're on the edge of disaster'
October 26, 2023 05:49 - 9 minutes - 8.55 MBThe massive increase in meat prices throughout metropolitan supermarkets might be a pain for everyone in the city, but it belies a much bigger issue; the disaster facing famers throughout the state. Areas of the state are facing the lowest rainfall records since the drought of 1888 while cattle prices have plunged 60 per cent; two facts that are driving long-established farms to closure. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.