Insight Podcast
100 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 6 years ago - ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsHosted by Jenny Brockie, Insight is a discussion forum focusing on a single issue with the participation of a studio audience.
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Insight S2016 Ep41 - Lockdown Part 2
November 15, 2016 09:30 - 51 minutes VideoIn the second part of Insight's special on women in prison, Jenny Brockie talks to the inmates about how they became involved in a crime, and life after their sentences expire. With an estimated 85 percent of women prisoners bearing responsibility of dependent children, we hear about how th ewomen's families are affected by their being behind bars. They also talk candidly about the relationships they have on the outside, and those that start when they come into prison. (An SBS Production) CC
Insight S2016 Ep40 - Lockdown Part 1
November 08, 2016 09:30 - 54 minutes VideoJenny Brockie and Insight gain exclusive access into an Australian maximum security women's prison to meet the women inside and hear their stories. Incarceration rates for women have increased 60 percent in the last decade, at a rate faster than that for men, and many women released from prison are returning to the system. In this special edition of Insight, Jenny Brockie conducts one-on-one interviews with women prisoners and officers for exceptionally frank accounts of prison life, and for ...
Insight S2016 Ep39 - High Stakes
November 01, 2016 09:30 - 51 minutes VideoWhat goes into making high stake decisions? How do we react when we are confronted with a split second decision in the face of danger? How do we live with the choices that are made? Hosted by award-winning journalist Jenny Brockie. (An SBS Production) CC
Insight S2016 Ep38 - Tick Sick
October 25, 2016 09:30 - 52 minutes VideoHow sick can you get from a tick? Insight talks to people who have contracted tick-borne illnesses and how a simple bite has affected their health. We also hears from patients who have been suffering from unexplainable symptoms and the doctors who are faced with a decision of how to treat them. Hosted by award-winning journalist Jenny Brockie. (An SBS Production) CC
Insight S2016 Ep34 - Picture Perfect
September 27, 2016 10:30 - 52 minutes VideoIncreasingly, younger generations are those most willing to pay money to change their appearances. Is this a dangerous fashion fad or do the younger generations just view cosmetic procedures more openly? Are cosmetic procedures being normalised for young people? Hosted by award-winning journalist Jenny Brockie. (An SBS Production) CC
Insight S2016 Ep33 - Older Parents
September 20, 2016 10:30 - 52 minutes VideoThis week on Insight, we explore the trend of the older parenthood. How old is too old to have a child? Is it really better late than never? Hosted by award-winning journalist Jenny Brockie. (An SBS Production) CC
Insight S2016 Ep31 - A Family Concern
September 06, 2016 10:30 - 51 minutes VideoFor many families, watching a loved one battle a severe mental illness can be a distressing experience, often involving daily ethical decisions about how best to help them. This week on Insight, we hear how severe mental illness is managed in the family. Hosted by award-winning journalist Jenny Brockie. (An SBS Production) CC
Insight S2016 Ep20 - My First Vote
June 21, 2016 10:30 - 50 minutes VideoMy First Vote - Insight will hear from recent immigrants, all of them granted Australian citizenship in the three years since the last federal election, about the issues that matter most to them. These voters have a unique perspective on the Australian election process and how it compares to the political systems in their native countries. (An SBS Production) CC
Insight S2016 Ep18 - Mothers Who Leave
June 07, 2016 10:30 - 54 minutes VideoMothers Who Leave - Insight explores one of the greatest taboos in parenting: mothers who leave. We investigate the complex reasons women make the heart-wrenching decision to walk away from family life. Insight is an Australian current affairs forum, with lively debate and powerful first-person stories. Hosted by award-winning journalist Jenny Brockie. (An SBS Production) CC #insightsbs
Insight S2016 Ep17 - Parental Abductions
May 31, 2016 10:30 - 51 minutes VideoAfter the Abduction – Insight investigates what happens to the children who are caught up in international custody battles, and how much it impacts their lives. Insight is an Australian current affairs forum, with lively debate and powerful first-person stories. Hosted by award-winning journalist Jenny Brockie. (An SBS Production) CC #insightsbs
Insight S2016 Ep15 - Family Secrets
May 17, 2016 10:30 - 52 minutes VideoFamily Secrets - In this episode, Insight asks: what happens when your identity is challenged by family secrets? From discovering unexpected ancestors to uncovering their true ethnic origins, five women take us on their journey of self-discovery, against the odds. Australian current affairs forum, with lively debate and powerful first-person stories. Hosted by award-winning journalist Jenny Brockie. (An SBS Production) CC #insightsbs
Insight S2016 Ep14 - Sleep
May 10, 2016 10:30 - 51 minutes VideoSleep - How much sleep do you really need, and what happens to your body when you don't get enough? Insight is an Australian current affairs forum, with lively debate and powerful first-person stories. Hosted by award-winning journalist Jenny Brockie. (An SBS Production) CC #insightsbs
Insight S2016 Ep12 - Puppy Love
April 26, 2016 10:30 - 51 minutes VideoDo our dogs love us? This week we look what science has to say about dogs' emotions and delve into what our treatment of them says about the human psyche. Hosted by award-winning journalist Jenny Brockie. Tuesday 19th April, 8:30pm SBS #insightsbs (An SBS Production) CC
Insight S2016 Ep11 - Looking After The Kids
April 19, 2016 10:30 - 53 minutes VideoThere are more than 15,000 indigenous kids in out-of-home care, and they are almost 10 times more likely to be in care than non-Indigenous children. In this rare discussion, young Aboriginal adults who’ve been through care share their experiences with Insight and explain what they would’ve liked growing up, as well as what they want for their own kids. Hosted by award-winning journalist Jenny Brockie. Tuesday 19th April, 8:30pm SBS #insightsbs (An SBS Production) CC
Insight S2016 Ep10 - Sex And Disability
April 12, 2016 10:30 - 53 minutes VideoHow do you negotiate sex with a serious disability? What are the physical, intellectual, financial, legal and emotional barriers? How do you make it work, particularly with disabled teenagers? How can you properly express your sexuality? This week, Insight is look at two issues that are definitely not mutually exclusive: sex and disability. Hosted by award-winning journalist Jenny Brockie. Tuesday 5th April, 8:30pm SBS #insightsbs (An SBS Production) CC
Insight S2016 Ep9 - Guns
April 05, 2016 10:30 - 52 minutes VideoTwenty years on from the Port Arthur massacre, Insight looks at guns in Australia: is enough being done to control them, when firearms continue to destroy lives? Or should the laws be loosened, to allow recreational shooters and farmers more access? They say they have to be the most law-abiding people in Australia, to obtain a gun licence. Insight is joined by former Prime Minister John Howard, who brought in groundbreaking gun control laws in 1996. Hosted by award-winning journalist Jenny ...
Insight S2016 Ep7 - Twins Part 2
March 22, 2016 09:30 - 51 minutes VideoTwins, Part 2 - For social and scientific researchers, twins are ‘the perfect natural experiment’. So what can the latest research on twins tell us about ourselves, and humanity at large? In part two of this special, Insight particularly focuses on what the research can tell us about our health. Hosted by award-winning journalist Jenny Brockie. #insightsbs (An SBS Production) CC
Insight S2016 Ep6 - Twins Part 1
March 15, 2016 09:30 - 50 minutes VideoTwins, Part 1 - For social and scientific researchers, twins are ‘the perfect natural experiment’. So what can the latest research on twins tell us about ourselves, and humanity at large? Insight finds out in this special, double episode feature. Hosted by award-winning journalist Jenny Brockie. #insightsbs (An SBS Production) CC
Insight S2016 Ep4 - Beating Type 2 Diabetes
March 01, 2016 09:30 - 51 minutes VideoDiabetes is one of Australia’s greatest health dilemmas. Every day, 280 people develop the condition. But can you get rid of it? Insight sits down with Dr Michael Mosley to investigate why this has become such an issue for Australians, how the food you eat impacts your blood sugar levels, and the plan he believes will reverse the disease in many sufferers. Note: Dr Mosley made comments about the practice of dying bread, which occurs in some countries; however, his comments were not contextu...
Insight S2016 Ep3 - Placebo
February 23, 2016 09:30 - 51 minutes VideoPlacebo - Is everything just in our mind? Insight asks how strong is the placebo effect, and how can we best utilise it? Australian current affairs forum hosted by award-winning journalist Jenny Brockie. (An SBS Production) CC
Insight S2016 Ep2 - Line of Fire
February 16, 2016 09:30 - 51 minutes VideoFire - What we don't know about bushfires. Insight reveals the surprising risk of bushfires to city dwellers across Australia. We hear stories from those who've survived and rebuilt, and ask if there is a real way to reduce the risk of losing your home and whether homes can be fireproofed. Australian current affairs forum hosted by award-winning journalist Jenny Brockie. (An SBS Production) CC
Insight S2016 Ep1 - Love Conquers
February 09, 2016 09:30 - 51 minutes VideoLove Conquers - Can love really conquer all? Can it endure even through life's biggest challenges? And what happens when it can't? The secrets to true and everlasting love, this week on Insight. Hosted by award-winning journalist Jenny Brockie. (An SBS Production) CC
Insight S2015 Ep39 - Do Not Resuscitate
November 10, 2015 09:30 - 51 minutes VideoDo you want to be resuscitated regardless of the outcome? This week on Insight, we look at when it’s wise to use CPR and when you’re better off without it.
Insight S2015 Ep38 - Making Amends
November 03, 2015 09:30 - 52 minutes VideoWhat does it take to make amends? Can we make up for serious mistakes?
Insight S2015 Ep37 - Boys to Men
October 27, 2015 09:30 - 52 minutes VideoThere are many diverse, fascinating, dangerous and downright painful rituals to mark the transition from boy to man. Insight speaks to a range of males on what helped shape their identity as a man, and whether rituals are needed to successfully transition into manhood.
Insight S2015 Ep35 - Sensational
October 13, 2015 09:30 - 51 minutes VideoAre our senses limited when we are born, or can we train and improve our sight, hearing, touch, taste and smell? Join us for a fascinating exploration of perception and the human body. And see if you can discover your sixth sense.
Insight S2015 Ep34 - Ice Breaker
October 06, 2015 09:30 - 51 minutes VideoHow do you get a loved one off ice and break an addiction? This week on Insight, we look at the treatments available, hear from people in recovery and discuss the challenges with those on the frontline of our rehabilitation services.
Insight S2015 Ep33 - Shark!
September 29, 2015 10:30 - 51 minutes VideoWhat can be done to prevent more shark attacks? (An SBS Production) CC
Insight S2015 Ep32 - Heartbreak
September 22, 2015 10:30 - 52 minutes VideoHow do you heal a broken heart? (An SBS Production) CC
Insight S2015 Ep30 - Where There's A Will
September 08, 2015 10:30 - 51 minutes VideoIn this Insight, we will bring people together to talk about how wills can be changed after they die and if it’s possible to make yours watertight. (An SBS Production) CC
Insight S2015 Ep29 - Twenty Two
September 01, 2015 10:30 - 52 minutes VideoWe first met them 9 years ago, what are they up to now? (An SBS Production) CC
Insight S2015 Ep28 When Mining Comes to Town
August 25, 2015 10:30 - 52 minutes VideoHow do farmers and miners best co-exist on Australian soil? (An SBS Production) CC
Insight S2015 Ep27 - Child Free
August 18, 2015 10:30 - 52 minutes VideoChild Free - Why are more men and women choosing a life without kids? Hosted by award-winning journalist Jenny Brockie. (An SBS Production) CC
Insight S2015 Ep26 - Bloodlines Part 2
August 11, 2015 10:30 - 51 minutes VideoIn Part 2 of Insight's Bloodlines special, we take you to the Asia Pacific region and talk to relatives of Harry Truman, Hideki Tojo, and Weary Dunlop on the legacy and influence their ancestors have on the present day.
Insight S2015 Ep25 - Bloodlines Part 1
August 04, 2015 10:30 - 51 minutes VideoIn this special Insight forum, we bring you the descendants of the decision makers of the Second World War. Hosted by award-winning journalist Jenny Brockie. (An SBS Production) CC
Insight S2015 Ep22 - Euro Division
July 14, 2015 10:30 - 53 minutes VideoEuro Division - Australian current affairs forum, with lively debate and powerful first-person stories. Hosted by award-winning journalist Jenny Brockie. (An SBS Production) CC
Insight S2015 Ep21 - Edge Of Life
July 07, 2015 10:30 - 51 minutes VideoAustralian current affairs forum, with lively debate and powerful first-person stories. Hosted by award-winning journalist Jenny Brockie. (An SBS Production) CC
Insight S2015 Ep20 - Indonesia
June 30, 2015 10:30 - 51 minutes VideoIn this special episode, Insight brings you the view from Indonesia. Filmed at Metro TV in Jakarta, the program brings together a diverse group of Indonesians to share their views on the death penalty, asylum seekers and the broader Indo-Australia relationship.
Insight S2015 Ep19 - Home Sweet Home
June 23, 2015 10:30 - 50 minutes VideoWhy is the face of homelessness changing and what needs to be done to tackle this issue? Australian current affairs forum, with lively debate and powerful first-person stories. Hosted by award-winning journalist Jenny Brockie. (An SBS Production) CC
Insight S2015 Ep16 - Matchmakers
June 02, 2015 10:30 - 52 minutes VideoThis week, Insight speaks to Australian matchmakers ready to share their trade secrets. Does true love need a helping hand or should we leave it to serendipity? And is matchmaking back? (An SBS Production) CC
Insight S2015 Ep15 - Shepparton 3630
May 26, 2015 10:30 - 52 minutes VideoShepparton, in rural Victoria, is one of many Australian communities at a crossroads. How do young people beat the odds against disadvantage in regional Australia? (An SBS Production) CC
Insight S2015 Ep14 - Windfall
May 19, 2015 10:30 - 51 minutes VideoWhat happens when you come into a windfall? From winning a game show or the lotto, receiving an inheritance to finding and flipping a valuable antique, Insight hears from people who have found instant wealth. (An SBS Production) CC
Insight S2015 Ep13 - Sexual Harassment
May 12, 2015 10:30 - 53 minutes - 198 MB VideoWhere do women draw the line on sexual harassment in the workplace? Hosted by award-winning journalist Jenny Brockie. (An SBS Production) CC
Insight S2015 Ep12 - Keeping Secrets
May 05, 2015 10:30 - 51 minutes VideoEveryone has secrets. They can be small and trivial and cause no harm. But some traumatic or deep revelations can have a life-changing effect. We explore the burden of keeping secrets and ask if it's ever a good idea to let skeletons out of the vault. (An SBS Production) CC
Insight S2015 Ep11 - Dancing With Dementia
April 28, 2015 10:30 - 52 minutes VideoThe number of Australians living with dementia is set to soar in the coming years. With no cure, is it possible to lead a fairly normal life? Hosted by award-winning journalist Jenny Brockie. #InsightSBS
Insight S2015 Ep10 - Trusting Robots
April 21, 2015 10:30 - 52 minutes VideoInsight asks: Is humanity really being threatened by thinking robots, and where will robotic advances take us into the future? What are the ethical and moral questions to consider? Hosted by award-winning journalist Jenny Brockie.
Insight S2015 Ep9 - Anger
April 14, 2015 10:30 - 51 minutes VideoAnger is viewed as a negative emotion, unproductive and destructive. But what if anger is actually good? Join guest host Anton Enus as we look at how anger works in the brain and in society. Insight asks: can we use it for positive gain?
Insight S2015 Ep8 - Siblings Showdown
April 07, 2015 10:30 - 52 minutes VideoThis week Insight asks: When is competition and conflict between siblings a good thing? Plus how does this play out in families from cultures with a hierarchical or gender preference? Are such disputes unavoidable, and do tensions always persist into adulthood?
Insight S2015 Ep7 - Holroyd High
March 31, 2015 09:30 - 54 minutes VideoStudents from Holroyd High share their stories of resilience, their aspirations and their triumphs. How does a school like Holroyd prepare these kids for a new life in Australia? Hosted by award-winning journalist Jenny Brockie. #insightsbs
Insight S2015 Ep5 - Child Care
March 17, 2015 09:30 - 51 minutes VideoHow do we make childcare flexible and affordable? Hosted by award-winning journalist Jenny Brockie. #insightsbs Insight: Tuesdays at 8:30pm on SBS ONE http://www.sbs.com.au/news/insight