JOY Drive

2 Jan 2026

Dr Sara Webb: Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS and What It Reveals About Our Galaxy

Environment, Natural Sciences, Science

An interstellar comet has passed through our solar system, offering scientists a rare chance to study material from beyond our neighbourhood of stars. Astrophysicist Dr Sara Webb explains what 3I/ATLAS is, why interstellar visitors are so uncommon, and what astronomers were watching for during its closest pass.

Guest: Dr Sara Webb, Astrophysicist, Swinburne University of Technology

Presenter: Con Keramitsis

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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 ...