JOY Drive

19 May 2025

Professor Jeffrey Craig: The Science of Twin Connection

Kids & Family, Psychology, Relationships, Social Sciences

Are twins telepathic or just deeply in tune? Professor Jeffrey Craig joins JOY Drive to unpack the fascinating science behind twin synchrony, from automatic mimicry to “secret languages”. We explore how genes, shared experiences and psychology shape the uncanny bond between twins and what their closeness reveals about all of us.

Guest: Professor Jeffrey Craig, Deputy Director of Twins Research Australia and Professor in Genetics and Cell Biology at Deakin 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 ...