JOY Drive

15 Jul 2023

Maneki neko – the Japanese beckoning cat

History, Society & Culture

Have you ever wondered what the story is behind Maneki neko – those Japanese cats that we often see on store counters?

Guest:  Dr Tets Kimura, Adjunct Lecturer – College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences, Flinders University

Presenter:  Warren Andrew

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4 Feb 2026

Jenna Tuke: 2026 Pride March Special – Switchboard Victoria

Government & Organisations, LGBTIQA+ Community, Mental Health, Non-Profit

Guest: Jenna Tuke, Chief Executive Officer of Switchboard Victoria Presenter: Warren Andrew

4 Feb 2026

Campbell Wilson: 2026 Pride March Special – City of Melbourne Highland Pipe Band

LGBTIQA+ Community, Music, Performing Arts

Guest: Campbell Wilson, Senior Pipe Major of the City of Melbourne Highland Pipe Band Presenter: Warren Andrew

4 Feb 2026

Vicki Ward MP: 2026 Pride March Special – Minister for Equality

LGBTIQA+ Community, Politics

Guest: Vicki Ward MP, Victorian Minister for Equality Presenter: Warren Andrew