[296] - Your host on Radio 3AW - Australia Overnight - Talk Back Radio 02-10-2025

Text me what you thought of the show 😊 In this episode, I’m breaking down how your circadian rhythm impacts every part of your health as a shift worker — and why managing it is the difference between surviving your roster and actually thriving. Most shift workers are unknowingly working against their body’s natural rhythm. I’ll show you exactly how to turn that around using real science and practical tools. Here’s what I cover: Why circadian disruption leads to fatigue, illness, and burnoutHo...

19 Jun 202529min

Text me what you thought of the show 😊 In this episode of A Healthy Shift, I break down the differences between two popular supplements: ashwagandha and magnesium. Both are known to support stress relief and better sleep — but they work in very different ways. I explain: How ashwagandha can help calm a wired mindWhy magnesium supports deep rest and nervous system recoveryWhich one might suit your shift work lifestyle betterWhen using both could make sense If you’ve ever reached for sup...

15 Jun 202518min

Text me what you thought of the show 😊 Shift work wrecks your body. Long hours. No sleep. Crappy food. But what if one of the simplest things you could do for your health... fits in your pocket? In today’s short but powerful episode, Roger dives into why a small handful of nuts a day might be the easiest, cheapest, and most effective habit for shift workers. We're talking heart health, brain protection, stable energy, and snack convenience—all in one. In this episode, you'll learn: – Why nut...

12 Jun 202511min

Text me what you thought of the show 😊 In this episode of A Healthy Shift, I take you through my journey—from being a 16-year-old Kiss fan camping outside Waverley Park to spending 40 years with Victoria Police. Along the way, I saw just how hard shift work can be on your body, mind, and relationships. That’s exactly why I created A Healthy Shift—to help shift workers like you take back control of your health, reduce fatigue, and thrive in demanding, unpredictable work environments. What You'...

12 Jun 202543min

Text me what you thought of the show 😊 Burnout has silently become the baseline for too many shift workers—especially those in healthcare and emergency services. You're waking up exhausted, pushing through gruelling 12-hour shifts, barely eating properly, and your sleep is completely disrupted. When did this become normal? In this raw, unfiltered conversation, I'm addressing the dangerous reality facing countless shift workers who've normalised their depletion. Drawing from decades of experi...

8 Jun 202514min

Text me what you thought of the show 😊 In this candid episode, fitness coach Jack Hallows and I dive deep into the transformative power of resistance training—especially for those juggling the challenges of shift work. Beyond just physical gains, we explore how strength training builds confidence, mental clarity, and improved health markers that positively impact every part of your life. After 40 years in law enforcement working rotating 24/7 shifts, I’ve found that consistent training acts a...

5 Jun 20251h 35min

Text me what you thought of the show 😊 Feeling Burnt Out from Shift Work? You’re Not Alone — And It’s Not Your Fault. Most organisations expect 24/7 workers to navigate tough schedules without any guidance on how to protect their health. After 40+ years as a police officer, experiencing every type of shift pattern imaginable, I’ve seen firsthand how this lack of knowledge wrecks lives. That’s why I created practical, hands-on health and wellbeing seminars specifically for shift workers and th...

1 Jun 202514min

Text me what you thought of the show 😊 Shift work disrupts our body's natural 24-hour clock (circadian rhythm), affecting metabolism, hormones, and how we process food, which increases risks of weight gain, diabetes, and heart disease. • Insulin sensitivity drops at night, making your body less effective at handling sugar during night shifts • Cortisol levels remain elevated during night shifts, making fat storage around the belly more likely • Hunger hormones (leptin and ghrelin) become imb...

29 Mai 202516min