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7 Nov 2025

Dr Evangeline Mantzioris: What’s Really in Your Protein Powder

Diet and Nutrition, Fitness & Nutrition, Health, Personal Safety

A United States investigation has found that more than two-thirds of popular protein powders contain unsafe levels of lead, but what does that mean for Australians shaking up supplements after the gym?
Dr Evangeline Mantzioris from the University of South Australia breaks down how contamination happens, which products are most at risk, and why “organic” doesn’t always mean safe.

Guest: Dr Evangeline Mantzioris, Program Director of Nutrition and Food Sciences, University of South Australia

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 ...