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13 Mar 2025

Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne: Jennifer Castro Controversy

Law, News & Politics, Social Media, Society & Culture

A video of Brazilian bank employee Jennifer Castro refusing to give up her window seat for a crying child went viral, making her the target of intense online backlash. The incident catapulted her into social media fame and had serious personal and professional consequences.

Now, she is suing the airline and the passenger who filmed her without consent, arguing that her privacy was violated and that she was unfairly shamed.

So, where do we draw the line between personal rights and social expectations?

Guest: Lauren Rosewarne, Associate Professor in Public Policy, Social and Political Sciences at the University of Melbourne

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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26 Nov 2025

Nicole Rich: Property Underquoting

Consumer Affairs, Finance, Investing, Law

Underquoting has become a flashpoint for frustrated buyers and confused sellers, especially as some properties continue to sell far above ...

26 Nov 2025

Elliot Attard: Gaming News

Games & Hobbies, Popular Culture, Video Games

From surprise drops to messy patches and the next wave of must-play titles, the gaming world is bursting with updates. ...

26 Nov 2025

Suzy Wrong: TV Series Review – Boots

LGBTIQA+ Community, TV & Film

Suzy Wrong reviews Netflix’s Boots, which dives into big life pivots, belonging, and the fear of being “too late”. Guest: Suzy ...