JOY Drive

10 Feb 2025

Dr Lisa Harrison: Doomscrolling

Mental Health, News & Politics

We have all been there… a quick check of the news before bed turns into an hours-long rabbit hole of scrolling through distressing headlines. One article leads to another, and suddenly, it is late at night, your mind is racing, and sleep feels impossible. This phenomenon, known as doomscrolling, sneaks up on us, leaving us anxious, overwhelmed and sometimes even helpless.

But in a world where staying informed is crucial, how do we strike the right balance? How can we engage with important news without it damaging our mental health?

Guest: Dr Lisa Harrison, Lecturer in Digital Communications at Flinders University

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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22 Feb 2026

Leo Stubbing: New Music from Hilary Duff , Leigh-Anne and Lana Del Rey

Music, Popular Culture

Hilary Duff is back with her first album in a decade, Leigh-Anne steps out independently with her solo debut, and ...

22 Feb 2026

Laureate Professor Clare Collins: Coffee and Blood Pressure

Diet and Nutrition, Health, Personal Safety, Popular Culture, Science & Medicine

Coffee can cause a short-term rise in blood pressure, yet large-scale research suggests it may not increase long-term hypertension risk ...

22 Feb 2026

Dr Jeremie Bracka: Victoria’s LGBTQIA+ Hate Crimes Inquiry

Government & Organisations, History, Law, LGBTIQA+ Community, News & Politics, Society & Culture

Victoria’s new inquiry into LGBTQIA+ hate crimes marks a significant moment for accountability and prevention. Dr Jeremie Bracka explains why ...