The Yarn

Levelling up

Melbourne’s Teddy Bear Hospital might sound childish, but it’s where medical students practice vital skills (albeit with stuffed animals as patients). It’s one of several unorthodox learning methods explored in this week’s episode of The Yarn.      This episode was created by Erielle Sudario, Lewis Weir, Yuxuan Qiang, Zongqi Liu, and Tongfei Zhang.  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Life After Graduating

Last week, we heard from international students struggling with fee hikes. Today, we explore the ongoing challenges once they finish their studies.   We speak to graduates about the application process for post-study work visas, the completive job market, and the unfair disadvantages they face compared to permanent residents.     This episode was created by Hailing Luo, Sihan Ren, Ashley Cai, and Xiaoyu Liu.  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

The Rising Cost of Studying

Today, we talk to international students feeling the crunch of the University of Melbourne’s fee hikes.   For three years running, their enrolment costs have risen by seven per cent. On top of this, they’re dealing with a rental crisis, demanding coursework, and restrictive limits on working hours.   This episode was created by Beatrix Chirnside, Rae Zhang, Harry Robertson, and Fangning Dong. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Acts of Kindness

In this episode, we’re exploring the motivations behind acts of kindness.   We speak to Victorians working in homelessness support, sex worker advocacy, and other fields about why they’re so dedicated to their causes.   This episode was created by Michael Saliba, Alexandra Nevill, Yunqian Shi, Ruonan Yang, and Hope Kloppenburg.  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Action is the Antidote

In the words of Joan Baez, action is the antidote to despair.   Today on The Yarn, we’re sharing stories of resistance and resilience, from pro-Palestine activists fighting for free speech, to teachers striking for fairer working conditions.      This episode was created by Siena Kinkela, Yiming Liu, Zoe Eyles, Matt Melia, and Lynn Pan.  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.