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26 Jan 2026

Professor Monica Whitty: The Pyschology Behind AI Deepfake Scams

Mental Health, Personal Safety, Psychology, Social Media, Society & Culture, Technology

Deepfake scams are getting frighteningly convincing, and new research shows most Australians are far more confident spotting them than they should be. Professor Monica Whitty breaks down how scammers exploit trust and psychology, the most common deepfake tactics right now, and the simple “Stop. Check. Reject.” habits that help protect you.

Guest: Monica Whitty, Professor of Human Factors in Cyber Security at Monash University

Presenter: Latham Smith

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22 Feb 2026

Leo Stubbing: New Music from Hilary Duff , Leigh-Anne and Lana Del Rey

Music, Popular Culture

Hilary Duff is back with her first album in a decade, Leigh-Anne steps out independently with her solo debut, and ...

22 Feb 2026

Laureate Professor Clare Collins: Coffee and Blood Pressure

Diet and Nutrition, Health, Personal Safety, Popular Culture, Science & Medicine

Coffee can cause a short-term rise in blood pressure, yet large-scale research suggests it may not increase long-term hypertension risk ...

22 Feb 2026

Dr Jeremie Bracka: Victoria’s LGBTQIA+ Hate Crimes Inquiry

Government & Organisations, History, Law, LGBTIQA+ Community, News & Politics, Society & Culture

Victoria’s new inquiry into LGBTQIA+ hate crimes marks a significant moment for accountability and prevention. Dr Jeremie Bracka explains why ...