JOY Drive

23 Oct 2025

Professor Thea van de Mortel: Why You Shouldn’t Share Your Toothbrush (or Razor)

Health, Personal Safety, Science

From towels to toothbrushes, some things in the bathroom are better not shared. Professor Thea van de Mortel from Griffith University reveals the surprising germs lurking in everyday items, why towels can turn into “germ hotels,” and which object you could safely borrow in a hygiene emergency. It’s a mix of science, squirming, and a few unforgettable listener confessions.

Guest: Professor Emerita Thea van de Mortel, Griffith University

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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5 Feb 2026

Jesse Matheson: Mardi Gras Cancels its After Party

LGBTIQA+ Community, Personal Safety, Popular Culture, Society & Culture

The cancellation of the official Mardi Gras after-party has raised big questions for festival-goers and the broader community. Jesse Matheson ...

5 Feb 2026

Professor Emerita Thea van de Mortel: Why We Get Sick as Soon as the Holiday Starts

Health, Natural Sciences, Places & Travel, Science & Medicine

Many people push through stress and deadlines, only to feel unwell the moment they finally stop. Thea van de Mortel ...

5 Feb 2026

Associate Professor Vincent Ho: Ultra-processed Foods Increasing Bowel Cancer Rates In Under 50s

Diet and Nutrition, Health, Science & Medicine

Rates of bowel cancer are rising in people under 50, and researchers are increasingly linking this shift to ultra-processed foods. ...