Associate Professor Caroline Swee Lin Tan: Is Vegan Leather Better for the Planet?

Associate Professor Glen Hosking: How Do You Tell a Friend They Might Need Therapy?

Supporting a struggling friend can be one of the most important — and difficult — parts of friendship. Associate Professor Glen Hosking explains how to encourage someone to seek professional help, set healthy boundaries and avoid damaging the relationship in the process. Guest: Glen Hosking, Clinical Psychologist and Associate Professor of Psychology, La Trobe University Presenter: Warren Andrew The post Associate Professor Glen Hosking: How Do You Tell a Friend They Might Need Therapy? [https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2026/06/14/associate-professor-glen-hosking-how-do-you-tell-a-friend-they-might-need-therapy/] appeared first on JOY Drive [https://joy.org.au/joydrive].

Kate Fitzpatrick: 2026 Melbourne International Film Festival

Melbourne International Film Festival has unveiled the first titles in its 2026 program. Kate Fitzpatrick takes us inside the early announcements, including Australian premieres, international highlights and the stories filmmakers are telling right now. Guest: Kate Fitzpatrick, Senior Programmer at the Melbourne International Film Festival Presenter: Warren Andrew The post Kate Fitzpatrick: 2026 Melbourne International Film Festival [https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2026/06/14/kate-fitzpatrick-2026-melbourne-international-film-festival/] appeared first on JOY Drive [https://joy.org.au/joydrive].

Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne: Are We Turning Every Difference Into a Relationship Problem?

From age gaps and wage gaps to restaurant gaps and Disney gaps, the internet seems obsessed with labelling differences between couples. Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne explores whether we are becoming too suspicious of friction in relationships. Guest: Dr Lauren Rosewarne, Associate Professor in the School of Social and Political Sciences at the University of Melbourne Presenter: Warren Andrew The post Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne: Are We Turning Every Difference Into a Relationship Problem? [https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2026/06/14/associate-professor-lauren-rosewarne-are-we-turning-every-difference-into-a-relationship-problem/] appeared first on JOY Drive [https://joy.org.au/joydrive].

Dr Joel McGregor: Why Is Victoria Australia’s Car Theft Capital?

Victoria recorded more than 12,000 insurance claims involving vehicle theft in 2025. Dr Joel McGregor explains how car theft is changing, why modern vehicles are becoming new targets, and what drivers can do to better protect themselves. Guest: Dr Joel McGregor, Senior Lecturer in Criminology at Swinburne University Presenter: Warren Andrew The post Dr Joel McGregor: Why Is Victoria Australia’s Car Theft Capital? [https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2026/06/14/dr-joel-mcgregor-why-is-victoria-australias-car-theft-capital/] appeared first on JOY Drive [https://joy.org.au/joydrive].

Suzy Wrong: TV Series Review – ‘Kylie’ (The Documentary)

The new Kylie Minogue documentary sparks a broader conversation about public image, private struggles, resilience, reinvention and why queer audiences have formed such a lasting connection with one of Australia’s most beloved stars. Guest: Suzy Wrong Presenter: Warren Andrew The post Suzy Wrong: TV Series Review – ‘Kylie’ (The Documentary) [https://joy.org.au/joydrive/2026/06/14/suzy-wrong-tv-series-review-kylie-the-documentary/] appeared first on JOY Drive [https://joy.org.au/joydrive].