JOY Drive
15
2026
Associate Professor Micah Goldwater: Why Rational People Still Believe in Superstitions
Most of us consider ourselves rational, yet superstitions still shape everyday behaviour. Psychologist Micah Goldwater explains why scientific thinking and ...
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15
2026
Dr Danielle Wilson: Why Some People Remember Dreams and Others Do Not
Some people wake up remembering vivid dreams, while others feel like they never dream at all. Dr Danielle Wilson explains ...
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Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 11:29 — 15.8MB)
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15
2026
Dr Shivani Pasricha: The One-Hour STI Test That Could Change Clinics Forever
Researchers in Melbourne have developed a rapid test that can detect multiple sexually transmitted infections in under an hour. Dr ...
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15
2026
Associate Professor Evangeline Mantzioris: Black Sesame, Superfoods and Viral Nutrition Claims
Black sesame is suddenly everywhere, with social media claiming it can improve heart health, balance blood sugar and even reverse ...
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15
2026
Associate Professor Theresa Larkin: Shingles, Chickenpox and Why the Virus Returns Years Later
Many people think of chickenpox as a childhood illness, but the virus can remain hidden in the body for decades ...
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Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 11:55 — 16.4MB)
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15
2026
Dr Hayley O’Neill: Fast Metabolism, Slow Metabolism and the Myths About Weight
Many people attribute weight changes to a fast or slow metabolism, but the science behind metabolism is more complex than ...
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Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 11:28 — 15.7MB)
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15
2026
Alexandra Lopes: Pregnancy Exercise, Pelvic Health and Post Birth Recovery
Pregnancy and birth bring enormous changes to the body, but recovery and pelvic health are often talked about far less. ...
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15
2026
Dr Kenya Fernandes: Australian Wildflower Honey and the Surprising Fight Against Bacteria
Honey has been used for healing for thousands of years, and new Australian research suggests there may be strong science ...
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15
2026
Anthony Smith: Non Monogamy, Jealousy and the Psychology of Open Relationships
Open relationships and ethical non-monogamy are increasingly part of conversations about modern relationships. Anthony Smith discusses when non-monogamy can support ...
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15
2026
Associate Professor Vincent Ho: Auto Brewery Syndrome – When the Gut Produces Alcohol
Auto brewery syndrome is a rare condition where microbes in the gut ferment carbohydrates into alcohol, leaving people feeling intoxicated ...
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