JOY Drive

23 Nov 2025

Associate Professor Elliot Varøy: Why We Talk to Rubber Ducks

Psychology, Self-Help

Rubber ducks have become an unlikely problem-solving tool, helping us slow down, think aloud and spot the errors we’ve been staring past. Associate Professor Elliot Varøy explains why talking to an object works, and how this simple technique can untangle everything from coding bugs to life admin.

Guest: Associate Professor Elliot Varøy, Senior Lecturer, School of Computer Science at the University of Sydney

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 ...