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Associate Professor Liam Burke: What Netflix Buying Warner Bros Could Mean for Cinema

Sun, 21 Dec 2025 03:10:04 +0000

Netflix’s move to buy Warner Bros has raised questions about the future of cinema. Associate Professor Liam Burke explains the scale of the deal and why it matters for film history and storytelling.

Guest: Associate Professor Liam Burke, School of Social Sciences, Media, Film and Education at Swinburne University of Technology

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne: Why Christmas Songs Get Stuck in Our Heads

Sun, 21 Dec 2025 03:08:22 +0000

Christmas music triggers instant memories, emotions and associations, often within seconds of hearing it. Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne explains why certain sounds and cues signal “Christmas” so powerfully.

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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Lee Knight: Preventing Domestic Violence Before It Happens

Sun, 21 Dec 2025 03:06:04 +0000

A world-first Australian trial is exploring whether treating impulsivity could help prevent domestic and family violence before harm occurs. Lee Knight explains the study’s rationale and what the findings reveal.

Guest: Lee Knight, Academic Program Director, Mental Health Practice Program, UNSW Sydney

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Nicole Rich: Renters’ Rights and What’s Changed in Victoria

Sun, 21 Dec 2025 03:04:21 +0000

Recent rental reforms in Victoria are reshaping how renters experience stability, privacy and protection. Nicole Rich outlines what has changed and what renters need to know about their rights.

Guest: Nicole Rich, Director, Consumer Affairs Victoria

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Commissioner Joe Ball: Reflecting on 2025 and Looking Ahead Together

Sun, 21 Dec 2025 03:02:40 +0000

As 2025 winds down, Victorian Commissioner for LGBTQIA+ Communities Joe Ball reflects on loss, resilience and the emotional weight many communities are carrying. We explore the mood across LGBTQIA+ communities and where connection has held strong.

Guest: Joe Ball, Victorian Commissioner for LGBTQIA+ Communities

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Suzy Wrong: TV Series Review – Heated Rivalry

Sun, 21 Dec 2025 03:00:52 +0000

Heated Rivalry explores attraction shaped by power, pride and emotional restraint. Suzy Wrong unpacks why stories of rivalry, delayed gratification, and unresolved longing remain so compelling.

Guest: Suzy Wrong

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Professor Stephen Nicholls: A World-First Gene-Editing Treatment for Cholesterol

Sun, 21 Dec 2025 02:58:56 +0000

A world-first clinical trial has tested a one-time gene-editing therapy designed to lower cholesterol and triglycerides at their source. Professor Stephen Nicholls explains how the treatment works and why it marks a significant shift in heart disease research.

Guest: Professor Stephen Nicholls, Director, Victorian Heart Hospital, Victorian Heart Institute

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Associate Professor Evangeline Mantzioris: Keeping Christmas Food Safe

Sun, 21 Dec 2025 02:57:27 +0000

Christmas meals bring big spreads, shared platters and leftovers that can increase food safety risks. Associate Professor Evangeline Mantzioris shares practical, calm advice for keeping festive food safe without adding stress.

Guest: Associate Professor Evangeline Mantzioris, Program Director of Nutrition and Food Sciences and Accredited Practising Dietitian, University of South Australia

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Conrad Browne: JOY’s ‘Out Takes’ 10 Year Anniversary

Sun, 21 Dec 2025 02:54:05 +0000

JOY’s ‘Out Takes’ marks its 10th anniversary, celebrating a decade of queer film and television. Co-host Conrad Browne looks back on standout moments, memorable guests and how the show has evolved alongside the media landscape.

Guest: Conrad Browne, Co-host, Out Takes

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Elizabeth Jane: Why Christmas Can Intensify Grief

Sun, 21 Dec 2025 02:51:59 +0000

Christmas often amplifies feelings of loss, absence and loneliness for people living with grief. Elizabeth Jane reflects on why this season can feel so emotionally heavy and how grief shows up in unexpected ways.

Guest: Elizabeth Jane, Thought Leader, Author and Public Speaker

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Inge Gnatt: Why Some of Us Are Competitive and Others Are Chill

Sun, 21 Dec 2025 02:50:31 +0000

Some people thrive on competition, while others prefer to opt out entirely. Psychologist Inge Gnatt explains where those differences come from and how competitiveness shows up in everyday life, from work feedback to family game night.

Guest: Inge Gnatt, Psychologist and Lecturer in Psychology, Swinburne University of Technology

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Leo Stubbing: The Songs That Shaped 2025

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 08:50:23 +0000

From Kylie Minogue’s record-breaking Tension tour to Taylor Swift’s chart-dominating year, Leo Stubbing from The Sound Museum looks back on the music moments that defined 2025. We also explore the global impact of K-pop, major pop comebacks, and the artists who soundtracked the year.

Guest: Leo Stubbing, The Sound Museum Podcast & YouTube Channel

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne: Why Sad Christmas Songs Feel So Right

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 08:48:14 +0000

Many of the Christmas songs we return to each year are filled with heartbreak, nostalgia and longing. Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne explains why sadness sits so comfortably inside the festive season.

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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Kate Bailey: DIVA at the Australian Museum of Performing Arts

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 08:46:42 +0000

The Australian Museum of Performing Arts opens with DIVA, a major international exhibition created by London’s Victoria and Albert Museum. Senior Curator Kate Bailey joins us to explore how divas have shaped culture through performance, presence and reinvention.

Guest: Kate Bailey, Senior Curator, Victoria and Albert Museum

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Professor Paula Gerber: Social Media Ban and Queer Young People

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 08:44:38 +0000

The Australian Government’s new laws banning social media access for under-16s raise serious questions about safety, rights and unintended harm. Professor Paula Gerber examines what social media actually means for queer young people, particularly those without support at home or in their community.

Guest: Professor Paula Gerber, Paula Gerber, Legal Scholar and Human Rights Advocate, Monash University

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Bec Dahl and Lily Ong: Law Talk – Christmas Travel, Parenting and Visas

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 08:41:52 +0000

Travelling at Christmas can be complicated, particularly for separated families or anyone navigating visa requirements. Bec Dahl and Lily Ong join us to explain what people need to consider before heading away during the holiday period.

Guest: Bec Dahl, Partner, Nicholes Family Lawyers; Lily Ong, Migration Lawyer

Presenter: Warren Andrew

Nicholes Family Lawyers is a proud JOY sponsor and supporter of the LGBTQIA+ community. Their experienced team can help with rainbow family law, including surrogacy, egg and sperm donation, parenting arrangements, property settlements, and asset protection.

For more information, visit nicholeslaw.com.au, or call 03 9670 4122, or email reception@nicholeslaw.com.au

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Hugh Sheridan: New Album – The Merriest

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 08:40:35 +0000

Hugh Sheridan joins us to talk about his brand-new Christmas album ‘The Merriest’ and the memories, traditions and family chaos that shaped it. From childhood moments to unwritten rules and decorations that refuse to retire, Hugh reflects on what gives Christmas its emotional pull.

Guest: Hugh Sheridan, Australian Actor and Singer

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Dr Kathleen de Boer: Hosting Meals with Care Around Food Anxiety

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 08:38:26 +0000

For people living with food anxiety or eating disorders, shared meals can be deeply challenging. Clinical Psychologist Kathleen de Boer offers guidance on how hosts can create environments that feel safe, respectful and supportive.

Guest: Dr Kathleen de Boer, Clinical Psychologist and Lecturer in Psychology, School of Health Sciences, Swinburne University of Technology

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Suzy Wrong: TV Series Review – Pluribus

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 07:48:56 +0000

The Apple TV+ series Pluribus imagines a world where conflict is gone, but individuality comes at a price. Film reviewer Suzy Wrong explores the show’s themes of forced happiness, consent and what it means to remain separate in a hive-mind society.

Guest: Suzy Wrong

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Aunty Lisa Briggs: The Historic Apology to the First Peoples of Victoria

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 07:47:22 +0000

The apology delivered in the Victorian Parliament marked a significant moment in the state’s journey toward truth-telling and accountability. Aunty Lisa Briggs reflects on what the apology meant for Elders, families and the community, and the long history behind it.

Guest: Aunty Lisa Briggs, Metro Member, First Peoples’ Assembly of Victoria

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Dr Peter Hoar: Why Cassette Tapes Are Making a Comeback

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 07:45:12 +0000

In an age of endless streaming, cassette tapes are quietly returning to music shelves and artist releases. Senior Lecturer Peter Hoar unpacks what is driving this revival and why physical formats still matter.

Guest: Dr Peter Hoar, Senior Lecturer in Communications Studies, Auckland University of Technology

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Alexandra Lopes: Transgender Pelvic Health

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 07:42:50 +0000

Gender-affirming care can involve hormones, surgery and everyday practices that shape pelvic health across different stages of life. Alexandra Lopes explains what transgender pelvic health looks like in practice and why understanding it helps build safer, more connected communities.

Guest: Alexandra Lopes, Director, Pelvic Health Melbourne

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Dr Sara Webb: Building on Mars, Baby Star Systems and Space History

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 07:41:26 +0000

From bacteria-based construction on Mars to dozens of star systems forming in real time, space science continues to move at extraordinary speed. Astrophysicist Dr Sara Webb takes us through the latest discoveries shaping how we think about life beyond Earth.

Guest: Dr Sara Webb, Astrophysicist, Swinburne University of Technology

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Professor Jeannie-Marie Paterson: Cracking Down on Subscription Traps

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 07:16:19 +0000

Signing up to subscriptions has never been easier, yet cancelling them can feel deliberately exhausting. Professor Jeannie-Marie Paterson explains why subscription traps have become so widespread and how proposed consumer law reforms aim to stop unfair cancellation practices.

Guest: Professor Jeannie-Marie Paterson, Co-Director at the Centre for AI and Digital Ethics, Digital Access and Equity Research Program, Melbourne Social Equity Institute, University of Melbourne

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Dr Véronique Paris: Mosquito Repellents, Safety and Summer Risks

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 07:13:46 +0000

Mosquitoes are a familiar summer nuisance, but they also carry real health risks across parts of Australia. Dr Véronique Paris explains how concerned we should be about mosquito-borne disease and what actually happens when we get bitten.

Guest: Dr Véronique Paris, Research Fellow in Medical Entomology & Vector Pop, School of BioSciences, University of Melbourne

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Leo Stubbing: New Music

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 07:11:46 +0000

Guest: Leo Stubbing, The Sound Museum Podcast & YouTube Channel

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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David Greco: Peninsula Summer Music Festival

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 07:10:13 +0000

The Peninsula Summer Music Festival returns in January 2026, bringing live music to wineries, civic halls and open-air venues across the Mornington Peninsula. ARIA-nominated baritone David Greco joins us to reflect on the festival and his intimate recital with Chad Kelly at Moorooduc Estate.

Guest: David Greco, ARIA-nominated Baritone

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Dr Jan Kabátek: Working From Home and What It Means for Mental Health

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 07:08:39 +0000

Working from home has shifted from novelty to normal, with mixed effects on wellbeing. Research Fellow Jan Kabátek explains what long-term data reveals about how remote, hybrid and office work shape mental health.

Guest: Dr Jan Kabátek, Research Fellow, Melbourne Institute of Applied Economic and Social Research, University of Melbourne

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne: Should Families Chip In for Christmas Lunch?

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 07:06:37 +0000

Christmas lunch comes with tradition, emotion and, often, a hefty price tag, raising questions about fairness, obligation and money within families. Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne unpacks why food and finances become such a pressure point at Christmas time.

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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Katie Miers: Elephant Roi-Yim’ At Werribee Open Range Zoo

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 07:05:17 +0000

At Werribee Open Range Zoo, young elephant Roi-Yim is taking an important step toward adulthood, spending more time with his father and developing his independence within the herd. Elephant Trail Keeper Katie Miers shares what this milestone looks like up close and what it reveals about elephant family life.

Guest: Katie Miers, Elephant Trail Keeper, Werribee Open Range Zoo

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Associate Professor Theresa Larkin: Diabetes Awareness Month

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 07:02:12 +0000

Diabetes affects millions of Australians, yet the biology behind it is often misunderstood. Associate Professor Theresa Larkin explains what is actually happening inside the body when glucose and insulin regulation breaks down.

Guest: Associate Professor Theresa Larkin, Graduate School of Medicine, University of Wollongong

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Dr Paul Cunningham: Ready Vet Go’s XMAS SAFE Checklist

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 06:57:45 +0000

Christmas food, decorations and celebrations can pose unexpected risks for pets, sending many straight to emergency vets. Nic from Ready Vet Go breaks down the most common festive hazards using the easy-to-remember XMAS SAFE checklist.

Guest: Dr Paul Cunningham, Co-Founder and Chief Veterinarian, Ready Vet Go

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Silvie Paladino: The Great Christmas Singalong

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 06:55:30 +0000

Silvie Paladino joins us ahead of The Great Christmas Singalong, the opening night of John Foreman’s new Holiday Concerts series at the Melbourne Recital Centre. She reflects on the unique emotional pull of Christmas music and the power of bringing audiences together in song.

Guest: Silvie Paladino, Australian Soprano

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Dr Vincent Ho: Newly Discovered Gut Viruses

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 06:53:43 +0000

Scientists have identified hundreds of previously unknown viruses living inside the bacteria of the human gut, revealing a new layer of complexity in the microbiome. Gastroenterologist Dr Vincent Ho explains what these gut viruses are, how they behave, and why many remain dormant.

Guest: Dr Vincent Ho, Gastroenterologist and Senior Lecturer, Western Sydney University

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Suzy Wrong: Film Review – Come See Me in the Good Light

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 06:51:55 +0000

The documentary ‘Come See Me in the Good Light’ follows poet and activist Andrea Gibson and Megan Falley as they navigate love, creativity and mortality after a terminal cancer diagnosis. Film reviewer Suzy Wrong reflects on how the documentary approaches grief, intimacy and meaning, and why it resonates so deeply.

Guest: Suzy Wrong

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Lizzie Maughan: Social Media Ban and the Impact on Trans Teens

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 06:50:22 +0000

Australia’s new social media age restrictions are raising questions about safety, access and unintended consequences for young people. Lizzie Maughan shares insights from research listening to trans teens about how online spaces support identity, learning and belonging.

Guest: Lizzie Maughan, Research Assistant, UniSA Education Futures, University of South Australia

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Sean Dooley: Birds, Conservation and What Australia’s Backyards Are Telling Us

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 06:49:06 +0000

From national bird counts to conservation laws and emerging biosecurity risks, it has been a busy time for Australia’s bird world. Fresh from the Australasian Ornithological Conference, Sean Dooley reflects on what scientists and conservationists are seeing, and what it reveals about the health of nature closer to home.

Guest: Sean Dooley, National Public Affairs Manager, BirdLife Australia

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Judy Frecker: Fairfield Hospital and the AIDS Memorial Garden

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 06:47:52 +0000

Before treatments transformed HIV, Fairfield Infectious Diseases Hospital stood at the centre of Victoria’s AIDS response, holding both heartbreak and humanity. HIV Clinical Nurse Consultant Judy Frecker reflects on caring for patients in the earliest days of the epidemic, the meaning of the AIDS Memorial Garden, and the legacy Fairfield still carries on World AIDS Day.

Guest: Judy Frecker, HIV Clinical Nurse Consultant

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Adjunct Professor James McMahon: The Future of HIV Treatments and Prevention

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 06:46:48 +0000

On World AIDS Day, we take a clear-eyed look at where HIV science stands today, from modern treatments to long-acting prevention and cure research. Adjunct Professor James McMahon unpacks what has changed, what is coming next, and why this moment matters for the future of HIV care and community confidence.

Guest: Adjunct Professor James McMahon, Head of Clinical Research Unit, Alfred Hospital and Monash University

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Leo Stubbing: New Music

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 06:45:27 +0000

Guest: Leo Stubbing, The Sound Museum Podcast & YouTube Channel

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne: What X’s Location Feature Reveals About Online Trust

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 06:43:44 +0000

A new location feature on X is revealing where some influential accounts are actually posting from, raising questions about authenticity and online misinformation. Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne unpacks why we trust digital personas so easily and what this moment tells us about identity, influence and belief on social platforms.

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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David O’Keeffe: World AIDS Day 2025

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 06:41:31 +0000

Ahead of the Official Community Launch for World AIDS Day 2025, we reflect on this year’s theme and what it means for people living with HIV today. David O’Keeffe shares how visibility, connection and lived experience continue to shape awareness, challenge stigma and build hope for the future.

Guest: David O’Keeffe, Positive Speakers Bureau Coordinator, Living Positive Victoria

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Chris Zeiher: 2026 Holiday Destinations

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 06:40:51 +0000

With travel firmly back on the agenda, Lonely Planet’s Chris Zeiher shares three standout destinations for Australians planning ahead to 2026. From a New Zealand road trip to Finland’s calm creativity and Botswana’s wildlife experiences, this is travel inspiration with practical insight.

Guest: Chris Zeiher, Lonely Planet

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Nicole Rich: Property Underquoting

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 08:00:58 +0000

Underquoting has become a flashpoint for frustrated buyers and confused sellers, especially as some properties continue to sell far above their advertised ranges. Nicole Rich, Director of Consumer Affairs Victoria, explains the updated real estate guidelines, why comparable properties matter, and how buyers and sellers can spot red flags and stay informed.

Guest: Nicole Rich, Director of Consumer Affairs Victoria

Presenter: Latham Smith

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Elliot Attard: Gaming News

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 07:59:41 +0000

From surprise drops to messy patches and the next wave of must-play titles, the gaming world is bursting with updates. Elliot Attard breaks down the headlines, community buzz and the sleeper hits worth loading up next.

Guest: Elliot Attard, JOY Checkpoint

Presenter: Latham Smith

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Suzy Wrong: TV Series Review – Boots

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 07:57:18 +0000

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

Guest: Suzy Wrong

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Dr Danielle Le Lagadec: The Surprising Health Benefits of Line Dancing

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 07:55:19 +0000

Line dancing is booming again, and beneath the fun, researchers are finding it boosts fitness, balance, memory and mental wellbeing across all ages. Dr Danielle Le Lagadec explains how this simple, social style of movement supports both individual health and community connection.

Guest: Dr Danielle Le Lagadec, Senior Lecturer and Head of Course, Graduate Certificate in Nursing, CQUniversity Australia

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Dr Hunter Bennett: Why Morning Exercise Feels So Much Harder

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 07:53:35 +0000

If you’ve ever wondered why early-morning workouts feel heavier, slower or just downright punishing, there’s real physiology behind it. Exercise scientist Hunter Bennett breaks down how body temperature, hormones, and circadian rhythms affect how our muscles perform throughout the day.

Guest: Hunter Bennett, Lecturer in Exercise Science at the University of South Australia

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Dr Rebecca Davies: Saturn’s Disappearing Rings and the Hunt for Life Beyond Our Solar System

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 07:51:26 +0000

Saturn’s iconic rings are turning edge-on and almost invisible, just as astronomers uncover new clues about rogue planets, life-supporting moons and a massive burst from a star 130 light-years away. Dr Rebecca Davies explains the week’s biggest space stories and what they mean for our understanding of the universe.

Guest: Dr Rebecca Davies, ARC DECRA Fellow and Faculty member at the Centre for Astrophysics and Supercomputing at Swinburne University of Technology

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Dr James Gardiner: How School Exemptions Shape LGBTQIA+ Students’ Lives

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 07:49:33 +0000

Religious schools can still legally discriminate against LGBTQIA+ students and staff, creating a confusing and sometimes harmful landscape for young people navigating both faith and identity. Dr James Gardiner shares what teens told him about pressure, belonging and the supports that changed everything.

Guest: Dr James Gardiner, Research Associate at Western Sydney University

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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