JOY Drive

2 Jan 2026

Associate Professor Megan Willis: Estrangement and Complicated Families

Kids & Family, Mental Health, Psychology, Relationships

For people who are estranged from parents or close relatives, annual events like Christmas can intensify grief, guilt and a sense of being “out of step” with everyone else’s traditions. Associate Professor Megan Willis explains why family relationships fracture, why it can take years to reach no-contact, and why the festive season makes the emotional weight feel heavier.

Guest: Associate Professor Megan Willis, School of Behavioural and Health Sciences, Australian Catholic University

Presenter: Con Keramitsis

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2 Jan 2026

Associate Professor Theresa Larkin: How Our Bodies Handle Heat and How to Stay Cool

Health, Personal Safety

Hot weather can change everything, from mood and sleep to energy and focus. Associate Professor Theresa Larkin explains what’s happening ...

2 Jan 2026

Ingrid Stitt: Pill Testing at the Midsumma Festival’s 2026 Pride Street Party

Government & Organisations, Health, LGBTIQA+ Community, News & Politics, Personal Safety, Society & Culture

For the first time, Victoria’s mobile pill testing service will be trialled at a street festival, rolling out to the ...

2 Jan 2026

Lucy Durack: Ringing In 2026 With the Australian Pops Orchestra New Year’s Eve Gala

Music, Performing Arts, Personal Journals, Popular Culture, Society & Culture

Lucy Durack joined JOY Drive ahead of the Australian Pops Orchestra’s New Year’s Eve and The Day Before Gala Concerts, ...