JOY Drive

15 Feb 2026

Maddie Stone: Foster Care, Identity and Creating a Sense of Belonging

Kids & Family, Relationships, Society & Culture

Foster care is often discussed in systems and policies, but at its core, it is about safety, identity and connection. Maddie Stone shares her lived experience as a foster carer, reflecting on supporting young people through change, building affirming environments, and how fostering reshaped her own understanding of belonging.

Guest: Maddie Stone, Foster Carer, OzChild

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 ...