Kate Uebergang

New York

Executive Producer, Cheddar at Altice USA

Producer & journalist

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Will new rules for cosmetic injectables make these procedures safer for Aussies?

2 weeks ago | abc.net.au | Kate Uebergang

Overfilled lips, sculpted cheeks and a wrinkle free brow used to be a look you'd see on Hollywood stars or a Kardashian. Now, you're just as likely to see this face on your friends, family, and your social media circle. Australia's medical regulator last week introduced new safeguards aimed at protecting young people from potentially dangerous side-effects of non-invasive cosmetic procedures like fillers, chemical peels, and anti-wrinkle injections.
Should Australia invest more in competitive gaming?

3 weeks ago | abc.net.au | Kate Uebergang

Forget the cliche image of gamers as nerds in a basement... competitive gaming is now a multi-billion dollar global industry and professional gamers are superstars who earn millions. Now, there's a push for Australia to invest more in this growing industry... particularly as we approach the 2032 Brisbane Olympics. • Dr Craig McNulty, Senior lecturer at the School of Exercise and Nutrition Science, QUT
What's the best way to protect mum and dad from cyber scams?

3 weeks ago | abc.net.au | Kate Uebergang

Online scams targeting older Australians are getting bolder - and more expensive. From remote access tricks, to phishing texts and email invoice fraud... when anything can be a scam, what's the best way to protect your loved ones?
Has the Right to Disconnect made a difference in your life?

3 weeks ago | abc.net.au | Kate Uebergang

The Right to Disconnect law is about to be put to the test in court for the first time. It's approaching a year since the legislation came into effect. So, do you feel like you can fully disconnect after work now? • John Hopkins, Associate Professor, Swinburne University of Technology's School of Business, Law and Entrepreneurship
What can we learn from extreme sports enthusiasts?

3 weeks ago | abc.net.au | Kate Uebergang

If you've seen the latest Mission: Impossible film, you'll know that 62-year-old Tom Cruise hasn't let his age stop him from performing death-defying stunts. Both on and off-screen, the actor is known for embracing extreme adventures. So, why do some people love the thrill of extreme sports like sky diving and free climbing... while others shy away from roller-coasters?
What are the ethics of cryopreserving humans?

1 month ago | abc.net.au | Kate Uebergang

A grieving Australian mother wants to cryogenically preserve her late son. It's not just science fiction. There are cryopreservation facilities around the world, including one in country New South Wales. But the issue raises questions about the science and ethics of freezing humans for a second chance at life.
Why all the drama in WhatsApp parent groups?

1 month ago | abc.net.au | Kate Uebergang

If you're a parent of school age children, you're no doubt familiar with the social minefield of the WhatsApp chat group. So, why do parents and teachers say the online platform has turned toxic? • Kirra Pendergast, the founder of Control Shift and Safe on Social
What's behind the rise of 'dupe' culture?

1 month ago | abc.net.au | Kate Uebergang

A while back, if you asked someone whether they'd buy a counterfeit item, or a cheap knock-off, it'd be rare to get an admission. But nowadays, many people are proud to show off their big brand 'dupes' - that's short for duplicates. From fashion to tech, #dupes is an online trend... while shoppers at big chain stores are also embracing dupes of bags and Stanley cups. So, what's behind the rise of dupe culture? And who is it hurting?
What happens when an introvert falls in love with an extrovert?

1 month ago | abc.net.au | Kate Uebergang

Author Jenny Valentish describes herself as an introvert and a reformed sociophobe. For most of her professional life, she resorted to Dutch courage before going to social events. So, how does she navigate life with a partner who says he's a "card-carrying extrovert"? In her new book, she offers advice for introverts and sociophobes. • Jenny Valentish, author, The Introvert’s Guide to Leaving the House
Left brain or right brain: why neuromyths like this don’t help

1 month ago | abc.net.au | Kate Uebergang

If you’re a fan of pop psychology, you’ve probably heard about different learning styles, like the idea of having a ‘left or right brain’. Evidence shows many of these “neuromyths” simply aren’t true, and holding on to them may be holding us back.