JOY Drive

19 May 2025

Professor Jeffrey Craig: The Science of Twin Connection

Kids & Family, Psychology, Relationships, Social Sciences

Are twins telepathic or just deeply in tune? Professor Jeffrey Craig joins JOY Drive to unpack the fascinating science behind twin synchrony, from automatic mimicry to “secret languages”. We explore how genes, shared experiences and psychology shape the uncanny bond between twins and what their closeness reveals about all of us.

Guest: Professor Jeffrey Craig, Deputy Director of Twins Research Australia and Professor in Genetics and Cell Biology at Deakin University

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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26 Jan 2026

Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne: Why We’re Pushing Back Against Perfect Faces

Fashion & Beauty, Popular Culture, Society & Culture

After years of smooth, interchangeable faces on screens, something is shifting. Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne unpacks why expressive, readable faces ...

26 Jan 2026

Dr Dee Tomic: Work Participation, Inequality and Feeling Safe at Work

Careers, Psychology, Society & Culture

Work participation isn’t just about skills or effort; it’s shaped by whether workplaces feel safe, welcoming and secure. Dr Dee ...

26 Jan 2026

Nicole Rich: What Renters and Donors Need to Know After a Disaster

Consumer Affairs, Finance, Law, Personal Safety, Society & Culture

After bushfires and other disasters, everyday rules around renting, repairs and donations can quickly become unclear. Nicole Rich outlines renter ...