JOY Drive

28 Aug 2025

Abbie: How the Rainbow Shoelace Project Became a Global Movement

Kids & Family, LGBTIQA+ Community, Popular Culture, Relationships, Sexuality

From six little beads on a shoelace to a worldwide symbol of safety and belonging, Abbie shares the inspiring story behind the Rainbow Shoelace Project and how it’s helping kids feel seen and supported everywhere.

Guest: Abbie, Founder of the Rainbow Shoelace Project

Presenter: Warren Andrew

Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 25:06 — 34.5MB)

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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 ...