After years of smooth, interchangeable faces on screens, something is shifting. Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne unpacks why expressive, readable faces now feel radical again, and what this backlash against facial...

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Work participation isn’t just about skills or effort; it’s shaped by whether workplaces feel safe, welcoming and secure. Dr Dee Tomic explains how identity, job security and workplace culture influence...

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After bushfires and other disasters, everyday rules around renting, repairs and donations can quickly become unclear. Nicole Rich outlines renter rights, bond and repair responsibilities and common post-disaster scams. Guest:...

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Dating apps promise connection, but for many people, they deliver silence, ghosting and emotional fatigue. Associate Professor Megan Willis unpacks how dating app culture affects self-esteem, why certain behaviours hit...

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As Gasworks Arts Park turns 40 in 2026, it’s shifting focus from legacy to what comes next. Sam Strong explains the new seasonal model, community-first programming and how Gasworks is...

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Waking a few minutes before your alarm feels mysterious, but it’s your body clock doing its job. Professor Fatima Yaqoot explains how circadian rhythms, hormones and routines shape early waking,...

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Lesbian Space Princess uses a literal queer bubble to explore safety, belonging and fear of the outside world. Suzy reflects on how queer spaces protect us, when comfort can turn...

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Eating disorders affect LGBTQIA+ people at significantly higher rates and the reasons go far beyond food. PhD candidate Kai Schweizer explains how minority stress, body surveillance and non-affirming care increase...

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