JOY Drive

5 Feb 2026

Dr Carolina Rodriguez: Why We Rinse Our Swimwear?

Environment, Science

Rinsing swimmers after the pool or beach is a habit many of us grew up with, but few have ever questioned why. Carolina Rodriguez explains what chlorine, salt, sun and time really do to swimwear, and how small choices between the water and the washing line can make a big difference to how long swimmers last.

Guest: Dr Carolina Rodriguez, Senior Lecturer and Program Manager, Bachelor of Fashion Enterprise, RMIT University

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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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 ...