JOY Drive

25 Feb 2025

Dr Jonathan Kingsley: Gardening and Mental Health

Mental Health, Psychology

Gardening is not just a hobby; it’s a proven way to boost wellbeing, foster connections, and promote physical health.

Now, a new Housing and Gardening pilot survey, launched in collaboration between Swinburne University and the Botanic Gardens Sydney, is exploring the experiences of older adults who garden or want to start one.

Guest: Dr Jonathan Kingsley, Senior Lecturer in Health Promotion at Swinburne University

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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15 Mar 2026

Associate Professor Micah Goldwater: Why Rational People Still Believe in Superstitions

Popular Culture, Social Sciences, Society & Culture

Most of us consider ourselves rational, yet superstitions still shape everyday behaviour. Psychologist Micah Goldwater explains why scientific thinking and ...

15 Mar 2026

Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne: Why Some Gen Z Men Are Returning to Traditional Gender Views

LGBTIQA+ Community, Popular Culture, Social Media, Society & Culture

New research suggests some Gen Z men are expressing more traditional views about gender roles than older generations. Associate Professor ...

15 Mar 2026

Ben Cork: What the Pride in Sport Survey Reveals About Inclusion in Australian Sport

LGBTIQA+ Community, Professional, Society & Culture, Sports & Recreation

New results from the Pride in Sport Index survey reveal how LGBTQIA+ players, coaches and volunteers are experiencing sport across ...