NOW
NEXT
LATER
NOW
NEXT
LATER
NOW
NEXT
LATER

JOY Drive

25 Feb 2025

Julie Mooney-Somers and Jessica Kean: Decline of the term ‘Lesbian’

LGBTIQA+ Community, Popular Culture, Sexuality

Julie Mooney-Somers and Jessica Kean: Decline of the term ‘Lesbian’

Fascinating new research conducted by the University of Sydney and community health organisation ACON has explored the declining popularity of the term “lesbian” and what it means for understanding modern sexual identities.

Guests: Associate Professor Julie Mooney-Somers, who directs the Master of Public Health program, and Jessica Kean, a lecturer in Gender and Cultural Studies from the University of Sydney

Presenter: Warren Andrew

RECENT PODCAST

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

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 ...

Laureate Professor Clare Collins: Coffee and Blood Pressure

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 ...

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

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 ...