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15 Mar 2026

Associate Professor Evangeline Mantzioris: Black Sesame, Superfoods and Viral Nutrition Claims

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

Black sesame is suddenly everywhere, with social media claiming it can improve heart health, balance blood sugar and even reverse grey hair. Nutrition expert Evangeline Mantzioris breaks down what black sesame actually contains, how it compares to regular sesame seeds, and whether this viral “superfood” trend lives up to the hype.

Guest: Associate Professor Evangeline Mantzioris, Program Director of Nutrition and Food Sciences and Accredited Practising Dietitian, University of South Australia

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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15 Mar 2026

Associate Professor Micah Goldwater: Why Rational People Still Believe in Superstitions

Popular Culture, Social Sciences, Society & Culture

Most of us consider ourselves rational, yet superstitions still shape everyday behaviour. Psychologist Micah Goldwater explains why scientific thinking and ...

15 Mar 2026

Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne: Why Some Gen Z Men Are Returning to Traditional Gender Views

LGBTIQA+ Community, Popular Culture, Social Media, Society & Culture

New research suggests some Gen Z men are expressing more traditional views about gender roles than older generations. Associate Professor ...

15 Mar 2026

Ben Cork: What the Pride in Sport Survey Reveals About Inclusion in Australian Sport

LGBTIQA+ Community, Professional, Society & Culture, Sports & Recreation

New results from the Pride in Sport Index survey reveal how LGBTQIA+ players, coaches and volunteers are experiencing sport across ...