Social Sciences Archives - JOY Drive

Dr Julian Koplin: Living Forever — Science, Ethics and the Immortality Question

latham.smith — Thu, 18 Sep 2025 21:58:29 +0000

From Putin’s talk of organ transplants to Silicon Valley billionaires chasing anti-ageing miracles, the quest to live forever is no longer just science fiction. Julian Koplin unpacks what’s possible, what’s ethical and whether immortality would really be a blessing.

Guest: Dr Julian Koplin, Research Fellow with the Biomedical Ethics Research Group, Murdoch Children’s Research Institute and Melbourne Law School

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne: Why We’re Hooked on Nostalgic TV

latham.smith — Mon, 08 Sep 2025 08:31:24 +0000

From comfort rewatches to streaming fatigue, old 2000s favourites are pulling us back more than ever. Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne explores why nostalgia feels so good and what this trend reveals about today’s media landscape.

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

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Adam Bode: Why Online Couples Report Lower Relationship Satisfaction

latham.smith — Thu, 28 Aug 2025 05:34:03 +0000

Couples who meet online report feeling less satisfied and less intense love than those who meet in real life. Adam Bode unpacks the data and what it reveals about love,...

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Alex Kain: ‘The Philosophy’

latham.smith — Sun, 17 Aug 2025 03:48:04 +0000

Could your life be running on autopilot? Melbourne entrepreneur Alex Kain urges Australians to reflect on the systems we live by and reclaim purpose with his thought-provoking new book, The...

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Anthony Smith: Mind Matters – Healing Guilt and Shame

latham.smith — Wed, 23 Jul 2025 23:00:52 +0000

Shame and guilt can weigh heavily, particularly in the LGBTQIA+ community. Clinical Psychologist Anthony Smith explores the origins of these feelings and how we can begin to heal. Guest: Anthony...

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Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne: Are Your Emojis Making Things Worse?

latham.smith — Fri, 11 Jul 2025 03:04:49 +0000

The smiley face. The thumbs-up. The dreaded skull. Lauren Rosewarne unpacks the social politics of emoji use and why those tiny symbols might be sending the exact opposite message. Guest:...

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Professor Kate Burridge: The 201 Ways We Say The ‘F’ Word And What That Says About Us

latham.smith — Thu, 10 Jul 2025 01:31:21 +0000

From “frickin’” to “no wucking furries,” Professor Kate Burridge takes us inside a billion-word study of online swearing. Find out who curses the most, why it matters and what it...

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Professor Jeffrey Craig: The Science of Twin Connection

latham.smith — Mon, 19 May 2025 07:45:46 +0000

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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Dr Ben Singh: The Truth About Forming Habits

latham.smith — Thu, 01 May 2025 06:19:22 +0000

Dr Ben Singh reveals why building lasting habits takes months, not weeks. From flossing to fitness, he unpacks the real science of habit formation and why starting small can lead to big results.

Guest: Dr Ben Singh, postdoctoral researcher in Population and Digital Health at the University of South Australia

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Dr Dragan Rangelov: Falling in Love

latham.smith — Tue, 04 Mar 2025 05:42:04 +0000

Love—poets write about it, musicians sing about it, and it can feel like a full-body experience when it hits. But what’s happening inside our brains when we fall in love? That feeling of butterflies, the racing heart, the total preoccupation with someone new turns out there is a fascinating science behind it.

Guest: Dr Dragan Rangelov, Senior Lecturer, Psychology and Cognitive Neuroscience, School of Health Sciences at Swinburne University of Technology

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Associate Professor Katie Wood: Friendship

latham.smith — Mon, 03 Mar 2025 05:45:52 +0000

Romantic relationships tend to take centre stage in conversations about love and connection, but friendships play a crucial role in our mental and emotional wellbeing. Despite this, they do not always get the same attention or appreciation. So, how can we shift our mindset and start valuing friendships just as much as romantic partnerships?

Guest: Katie Wood, Associate Professor, Psychology, School of Health Sciences at Swinburne University of Technology

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Maïa Ponsonnet: Pain Expressions

latham.smith — Tue, 25 Feb 2025 09:09:25 +0000

Ever stubbed your toe and yelled out, “Ouch!”? That quick reaction isn’t just random — it’s a fascinating mix of biology and language. But did you know that people worldwide use different “pain words” or interjections with surprising similarities?

Guest: Maïa Ponsonnet, Linguist at The University of Western Australia

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Stephanie Gomes-Ng: Superstitions

latham.smith — Thu, 19 Dec 2024 09:20:56 +0000

Superstitions… we all know them, we all laugh about them, and yet, many of us secretly abide by them. From lucky socks to avoiding black cats, superstitions come in all shapes and sizes. We dive into the psychology behind these curious habits and why they persist, even in a modern, science-driven world.

Guest: Stephanie Gomes-Ng is a Senior Lecturer of Psychology at the Auckland University of Technology.

Presenter: Warren Andrew.

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Are we using too many Emojis? New Research!

Warren — Sun, 16 Apr 2023 03:25:56 +0000

We chat to Dr Bhoomija Ranjan – the coauthor of a new study from Monash University that looks into the optimum number of emojis we should be using.

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David John Hallford x JOY Drive: Shameful Memories

Emily — Wed, 30 Nov 2022 02:00:39 +0000

Em and Warren chat David John Hallford Senior Lecturer and Clinical Psychologist at Deakin University about why when we remembering embarrassing or shameful moments, we feel those negative feelings all...

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Bronwyn Graham x JOY Drive: Phobias

Emily — Thu, 17 Nov 2022 01:24:55 +0000

Em and Warren chat phobias with Bronwyn Graham Associate Professor of Psychology, UNSW Sydney.

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