Love, Canberra podcast

Christina Lee's sister Gayoun motivates and drives Christina - from the biggest decisions she's made, to her day to day existence. Gayoun died when Christina was two years old. Here, Christina tells the story of what happened and why Gayoun has been so influential in her life.

Sue has always liked animals more than people. And horses the most of all animals. Her horses helped her get through a particularly tough year when she was working, studying, and living with her husband after they'd separated. If you love horses, this is definitely the episode for you. And if you don't - well, this might just convert you.

Chery and Glen were in their 20s and in love. They thought they had their whole life ahead of them and that it would take the trajectory of any other ordinary life. But then illness struck, and it changed all their plans. Chery reflects on the hell of a ride they’ve been on. It’s been a bumpy road, but at least they’ve had each other.

Simon has been in three serious relationships. In all three, he suffered domestic abuse. Here, Simon reflects on what he went through, and talks about the book he wrote inspired by his experiences - for which he interviewed over 200 abusers. CW: This episode contains graphic descriptions of abuse.

Matthew had been dating Sammy for about a year when she abruptly moved back to China. After some months, she admitted she was pregnant - with his child. Matthew has since been going through the visa process to have them live together in Australia as a family.