JOY Drive

12 Jun 2025

Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne: How to Say Sorry and Mean It

News & Politics, Popular Culture, Psychology, Relationships, Self-Help, Society & Culture

What makes an apology feel real and why do so many fall flat? Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne unpacks Lily Allen’s public apology to Katy Perry, and what it teaches us about timing, sincerity and owning your mistakes.

Guest: Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne, School of Social and Political Sciences, University of Melbourne

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 ...