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23 Oct 2025

Professor Toby Newton-John: Pain, Comfort Food and Coping Without Guilt

Diet and Nutrition, Health, Medicine, Psychology, Science & Medicine, Society & Culture

Two in three people with chronic pain turn to comfort eating for relief, and Professor Toby Newton-John explains why food can both soothe and sabotage our wellbeing. He shares the science behind the “pain-food loop” and practical ways to find comfort without the crash.

Guest: Toby Newton-John, Professor of Clinical Psychology, and Head of School in the Graduate School of Health, University of Technology Sydney

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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15 Feb 2026

Leo Stubbing: New Music – Charli XCX, Bic Runga and Perrie Lead

Music, Popular Culture, Society & Culture

From new albums by Charli XCX and Bic Runga to fresh singles from Perrie, Meghan Trainor and Morgan Evans, Leo ...

15 Feb 2026

Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne: When Olympic Athletes Speak Out About Politics

Politics, Professional, Social Media, Society & Culture, Sports & Recreation

The Olympics are often framed as separate from politics, yet athletes continue to use the global stage to express personal ...

15 Feb 2026

Chris Zeiher: Lonely Planet’s Top 100 Australian Beaches

Environment, Travel

Australia has no shortage of beautiful beaches, but what makes one truly unforgettable goes beyond sand and water. Chris Zeiher ...