Growing older isn't what it used to be. With a longer life span, and free from the restrictions of work and family, older Australians are bucking the trends of the previous generations.

Can we be happier? Or is the pursuit of happiness just a recipe for disappointment? Insight hears from experts, as well as people who have tried to make their lives more joyful, to ask if we can increase our day-to-day happiness – and if we should even try.

One in two Australians subscribe to at least one conspiracy theory. But when do alternative views become damaging and what happens when family members can’t agree?

Comedians have long turned sensitive subjects into humour. But how is cancel culture affecting the craft of being funny? Some see ‘cancelling’ as a positive social justice tool amplifying marginalised voices, while others warn it’s an echo chamber of outrage killing free speech. Insight asks where’s today’s line on jokes?

How does someone’s unexpected deathbed confession or request affect loved ones left behind? The ramifications can often be life-changing, leaving family and friends bewildered, hurt, and resentful. This Insight episode also explores how deathbed confessions or promises can help the grieving process, redefine the relationship with the deceased, and provide closure.

Catfishing is when someone creates a fake online identity to lure someone into a relationship. For catfishers it’s not usually about money, rather an escape from real life. But for victims, it can be devastating. In this Insight episode, we meet a catfish and discuss if tougher penalties are needed.

Everyone has a first love. Whether it was a fairy tale romance, a devastating heartbreak or just an awkward situation, our first forays into love and dating shape our future relationships and even the direction our lives take. Insight hears from people whose first loves left a mark.

A surge of young Aussie men are deciding to remain childless, with some getting vasectomies while still in their 20s. Many are passionately driven by ethical, financial and emotional factors, but will they regret their decision later in life? And what do involuntarily childless men think about this trend.

From bionic eyes to mind-controlled texts, Australians are leading the world in merging the human brain with technology. Insight explores how devices are implanted and why some choose not to embrace the technology.

Do transgender women belong in women’s sports? On Gender Games, we hear from transwomen and female athletes about inclusion, fairness and safety. Can sports be inclusive and fair? Or do we need clearer laws to protect women’s sports? Watch the Gender Games episode of Insight on On Demand.

How far can you go to lawfully protect yourself in a home invasion? Insight investigates.

What does a reputation cost, and how do you rebuild it if it's lost?

Is the war on drugs holding us back from developing new therapies, and denying people viable treatments? Or should medication based on illicit drugs be more tightly restricted?

Should we always forgive and forget? According to a recent survey, almost three-quarters of Australians are holding onto a grudge. Insight explores what these grudges are – from the petty to the hefty – and asks: can they sometimes be good for us or is it always healthier to let go?

What effect does inheritance have on family relationships, and how can it change lives?

For adoptees and people who are donor conceived, meeting your biological family can be one of the biggest moments in your life. But these reunions can be challenging and not all result in lasting relationships. This week’s Insight looks at the complexities of meeting your family later in life.

Falling prey to a con artist can be a humiliating and often expensive exercise. Many cons end in costly court cases, even imprisonment, and that's just for the victims. The perpetrators often appear to be charismatic and charming, but they’re far more likely to be narcissistic risk-takers who revel in power and control. This week's Insight delves into these charismatic and complex characters.

Is it possible to maintain relationships when our fundamental values clash, and how do we know when to walk away? On Sex, Religion, Politics, Insight looks at the issues tearing families apart and whether it’s possible to work through opposing values.

Risk is something most live with daily; from driving, to eating fatty foods. But how risky is life for those who choose pursuits like base jumping, freediving or working in warzones? Insight asks what makes people tick who thrive in situations others fear and is the risk worth the reward?

Australia has the second-highest household debt in the world, with the average person now owing twice as much as they earn. Insight takes a look at what's behind our debt culture and what rising interest rates mean for the future.

For better or worse, you marry in-laws. How do people navigate these tricky and rewarding life-changing relationships?

Sharing your children's lives online. Are there real consequences or can we overthink it?

We're spending more than ever on our pets. What value a pet: too pricey or priceless?

With international borders now open, more Australians are travelling overseas. Some will find themselves in trouble or distress and will seek help from embassies or travel insurance companies. Do Australians get enough help when in trouble abroad or do they have unrealistic expectations of what can be done in a foreign country?

One year after Afghanistan fell to the Taliban, those closest to the conflict reflect on the costs and rewards of Australia’s 20-year involvement in the war. Through the eyes of those forced to flee the country, and those left behind, Insight explores what’s next for Afghanistan and its people.

What is coercive control and should it be criminalised?

A growing number of people are moving beyond identifying as 'he' or 'she'. How are we dealing with the in-between? Presented by Kumi Taguchi.

With marriage rates declining and divorce common place, why do some of us keeping saying 'I do' over and over again? Presented by Kumi Taguchi.

Australians are among the highest users of traditional and natural medicines. But GPs and the mainstream healthcare system often don’t recognise them. Insight asks patients and doctors: Should natural medicines be accepted into the mainstream, and can the two coexist?

What is intuition and should you use it in decision making?

Drug and alcohol deaths are at their highest in decades, why, and what can we do about it?

What's life like when you outlive your cancer prognosis and why can doctors sometimes get it wrong?