JOY Drive with Warren

Artificial Intelligence (AI) can create a workout plan in seconds, but can it understand pain, medical risk, motivation or the limits of the person following it? Dr Hunter Bennett explains where artificial intelligence can help with fitness, where human coaches still have the advantage and how to use AI-generated exercise advice safely. Guest: Dr Hunter Bennett, Lecturer in Exercise Science, Adela...

LGBTQIA+ people are more visible than ever, yet anti-LGBTQIA+ rhetoric and culture wars are becoming increasingly prominent. Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne explores social anxiety, online outrage, masculinity and why minority groups so often become targets during periods of uncertainty. Guest: Dr Lauren Rosewarne, Associate Professor in the School of Social and Political Sciences at the Univ...

Migration to Australia has fallen sharply since its recent peak, yet public concern continues to grow. Emily Foley explores the gap between perception and reality, the role of housing and cost-of-living pressures, and how political rhetoric shapes the national debate. Guest: Emily Foley, Research Fellow at the University of Canberra and Flinders University Presenter: Warren Andrew The post Emily F...

Thousands of regional commuters were stranded when a telecommunications outage brought V/Line services to a halt, even though the trains and tracks were working. Professor Hussein Dia explains why modern rail depends so heavily on communications and what the disruption reveals about critical infrastructure and resilience. Guest: Professor Hussein Dia, School of Engineering at Swinburne University...

A supportive manager can make work feel meaningful, while a poor one can leave people anxious, exhausted and dreading Monday. Professor Kieron Meagher explains how leadership, autonomy and micromanagement shape workplace mental health and why better management is also better for business. Guest: Professor Kieron Meagher, Research School of Economics, Australian National University Presenter: Warre...

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is taking Amazon to court after Prime Video introduced advertising for existing subscribers unless they paid more to remove it. Professor Jeannie Paterson explains unfair contract terms, subscription changes and why the case could affect streaming services and businesses across Australia. Guest: Professor Jeannie Paterson, Melbourne Law Sch...

School holidays can create fresh questions for separated parents around travel, expenses, time with children and parenting agreements. Bec Dahl explains the common legal issues families face during holiday periods and why clear arrangements can prevent conflict later. Guest: Bec Dahl, Partner at Nicholes Family Lawyers Presenter: Warren Andrew Nicholes Family Lawyers is a proud JOY sponsor and sup...

Dr Edith Hill returned to JOY Drive to unpack two very different viral trends: a creator making a linen dress from seed to finished garment, and a granddaughter taking her grandfather on adventures he has never tried before. She explores why slow craft, intergenerational connection and uplifting content resonate so strongly online. Guest: Dr Edith Hill, Associate Lecturer in Learning and Teaching...

Sugar-free drinks and low-calorie sweeteners are often marketed as the healthier choice, but new research is examining their effect on gut bacteria, insulin and blood sugar control. Associate Professor Vincent Ho explains what the evidence shows and where the headlines may be getting ahead of the science. Guest: Associate Professor Vincent Ho, gastroenterologist and Senior Lecturer, Western Sydney...

Netflix series Teach You a Lesson turns school bullying into a gripping revenge fantasy, but its moral questions are far less simple. Suzy Wrong explores failed systems, bystanders, humiliation, punishment and what real accountability should look like when vulnerable people have been let down. Guest: Suzy Wrong Presenter: Warren Andrew The post Suzy Wrong: TV Series Review – ‘Teach You...

Mama Alto joined JOY Drive ahead of The Billie Holiday Songbook, reflecting on the singer who transformed jazz through honesty, phrasing and emotion. She discusses interpreting Holiday’s music, connecting with audiences and finding something new in songs she has performed for more than a decade. Guest: Mama Alto, performer and cabaret artist Presenter: Warren Andrew The post Mama Alto: ‘The...

Allegations of unauthorised access to banking information have prompted new questions about who can view our financial data. Dr Adam Arian explains bank access controls, third-party providers, Open Banking and the practical steps customers can take to better protect themselves. Guest: Dr Adam Arian, Senior Lecturer in Accounting, Auditing, and Finance at the Peter Faber Business School, Australian...

Dr Sara Webb joined JOY Drive with the latest space news, including science kits using seeds that travelled to the International Space Station, a new observatory creating the largest time-lapse of the universe ever attempted, and cargo missions helping to prepare for humans to live on the Moon. Guest: Dr Sara Webb, Associate Dean, Innovation & Engagement, School of Science, Computing and Emerg...

A poor start to the ski season has raised bigger questions about the future of Australia’s alpine regions. Dr Ryan Jopp explains why mountain towns may need to move beyond winter tourism and become year-round destinations as snow seasons grow less predictable. Guest: Dr Ryan Jopp, senior lecturer and researcher in management, business sustainability, and tourism at Swinburne University Presenter:...

Leaving a job, ending a relationship, moving interstate or starting a family can change the direction of an entire life. Associate Professor Adrian Camilleri explains why major decisions leave us stuck, how to test different paths and what separates the choices people later celebrate from those they regret. Guest: Dr Adrian Camilleri, Associate Professor of Marketing at the University of Technolog...

A new needle-free adrenaline nasal spray is now available on the PBS, giving Australians another option during a severe allergic reaction. Professor Connie Katelaris explains how anaphylaxis develops, the warning signs people often miss, and why acting quickly can be lifesaving. Guest: Connie Katelaris, Professor of Immunology and Allergy, University of Sydney, and spokesperson for Allergy & A...

Some concertgoers are reportedly wearing adult nappies—or even relieving themselves in the crowd—to avoid missing a single song. As shocking stories emerge from major concerts around the world, Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne explores what they reveal about changing concert etiquette, fan culture, entitlement and the psychology of live events. Guest: Dr Lauren Rosewarne, Associate Professor i...

Winter can make life feel heavier, but happiness may be more a skill than a personality trait. Declan Edwards discusses emotional intelligence, gratitude, purpose and the small habits that can help people feel better even during the colder months. Guest: Declan Edwards, happiness expert and author of How to Be Happy Presenter: Warren Andrew The post Declan Edwards: ‘How To Be Happy’ ap...

The Socceroos’ World Cup run has Australians setting alarms, packing pubs and talking to strangers about football. Associate Professor Katie Wood explains why big sporting moments create a sense of belonging, shared emotion, and a rare sense of national connection. Guest: Associate Professor Katie Wood, clinical psychologist, Swinburne University Presenter: Warren Andrew The post Associate Profess...

New laws are designed to stop major supermarkets charging excessively high prices, but will shoppers actually notice a difference? Lisa Asher explains price gouging, enforcement, loopholes and the shopping habits that can still help stretch the grocery budget. Guest: Lisa Asher, retail and supermarket expert, University of Sydney Business School Presenter: Warren Andrew The post Lisa Asher: Will A...

Owners corporations affect many people living in apartments, units and townhouses, but their powers are often misunderstood. Nicole Rich explains what they can regulate, where the limits sit, how disputes work and what Victoria’s latest reforms mean for owners. Guest: Nicole Rich, Director, Consumer Affairs Victoria Presenter: Warren Andrew The post Nicole Rich: Owners Corporations Laws and Your R...

Zinc is one of the first supplements many people reach for when a sore throat appears, but does it really work? Associate Professor Evangeline Mantzioris explains what zinc does in the body, what the evidence says about colds and when supplements can do more harm than good. Guest: Associate Professor Evangeline Mantzioris, Program Director of Nutrition and Food Sciences and Accredited Practising D...

Western Australia Police are trialling live facial recognition technology in public places, raising questions about safety, privacy and how far surveillance should go. Dr David Tuffley explains how the technology works, where it can fail and what safeguards should come before wider use. Guest: Dr David Tuffley, Adjunct Senior Lecturer in Applied Ethics and CyberSecurity, Griffith University Presen...

Winter brings coughs, sneezes, allergies and viruses, but what is actually happening in the body when they strike? Associate Professor Theresa Larkin explains the difference between coughing and sneezing, how germs spread and the myths worth busting this cold and flu season. Guest: Dr Theresa Larkin, Associate Professor of Medical Sciences, University of Wollongong Presenter: Warren Andrew The pos...

Cold Water explores dementia, ageing, care and the trauma older gay men can carry from a time when being themselves meant fear, policing and shame. Suzy Wrong discusses memory, dignity and why understanding someone’s past matters when caring for their present. Guest: Suzy Wrong Presenter: Warren Andrew The post Suzy Wrong: TV Series Review – ‘Cold Water’ appeared first on JOY Dri...