From Avicii’s posthumous collab to G Flip’s retro reinvention, Leo Stubbing from The Sound Museum returns to JOY Drive with the week’s hottest tracks. We dive into nostalgic throwbacks, dancefloor-ready... LEARN MORE The post Leo Stubbing: Weekly New Music Picks appeared first on JOY Drive.
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The Tuck Shop Ladies: Queer Joy, Ukuleles and Folk...
Comedy-folk duo “The Tuck Shop Ladies” bring their ukuleles, harmonies and hilarity to JOY Drive. Guests: Sam Lohs and Rosie Burgess, The Tuck Shop Ladies Presenters: Warren Andrew and John... LEARN MORE The post The Tuck Shop Ladies: Queer Joy, Ukuleles and Folk Chaos – Live at Five appeared first on JOY Drive.
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Jen Elmer and James Goldsworthy: 2025 Victorian Pride...
Jen Elmer and James Goldsworthy from GLOBE Victoria join JOY Drive to preview the 2025 Victorian Pride Awards. They share what’s in store for this year’s event, reflect on the... LEARN MORE The post Jen Elmer and James Goldsworthy: 2025 Victorian Pride Awards appeared first on JOY Drive.
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Michael Reason: Rainbow Threads – Queer Stories Woven...
Michael Reason from Museums Victoria joins JOY Drive to share the latest addition to Rainbow Threads, a powerful, evolving display celebrating LGBTIQA+ history through fashion and cultural artefacts. From TV’s... LEARN MORE The post Michael Reason: Rainbow Threads – Queer Stories Woven Into History appeared first on JOY Drive.
She is the undisputed queen of Australian musical theatre, and she is back with a wicked twist! In this JOY Drive Radiothon special, Marina Prior joins Warren and guest co-host... LEARN MORE The post Marina Prior: Comedy, Chaos and Les Misérables appeared first on JOY Drive.
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Tom Nethersole: Live at Five – Live and Unreleased
In this Radiothon edition of Live at Five, rising Melbourne indie-pop artist Tom Nethersole joins JOY Drive for an exclusive first performance of his newest unreleased track. Guest: Tom Nethersole,... LEARN MORE The post Tom Nethersole: Live at Five – Live and Unreleased appeared first on JOY Drive.
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Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne: Banned Baby Names
Can you name your baby Nutella? What about Robocop? Or Virgin? In this JOY Drive Radiothon special, Lauren Rosewarne joins us to unpack Australia’s ever-growing list of banned baby names.... LEARN MORE The post Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne: Banned Baby Names appeared first on JOY Drive.
From Mozart to Mansfield Park, children’s operas to cult classics, Stuart Maunder AM is reshaping what opera means in 2025. As Artistic Director of Victorian Opera, he joins JOY Drive... LEARN MORE The post Stuart Maunder AM: Opera That Sings to All of Us appeared first on JOY Drive.
Drag queen, community connector and 2023 Ageing Well Award winner Max Primmer joins JOY Drive for a radiant, authentic and joy-filled conversation. From the power of queer nightclubs and chosen... LEARN MORE The post Max Primmer: Fabulous at Every Age appeared first on JOY Drive.
She’s fierce, funny and fabulously talented Aubrey Haive joins JOY Drive for a special Live at Five performance of “Pink Pony Club” and conversation that goes far beyond the Drag... LEARN MORE The post Aubrey Haive: Drag, Joy and Finding Your Voice appeared first on JOY Drive.
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Sally Nicholes: Law Talk – Understanding Domestic...
As part of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, JOY Drive speaks with Sally Nicholes about the realities and social impact of domestic violence. Sally breaks down how domestic violence is defined... LEARN MORE The post Sally Nicholes: Law Talk – Understanding Domestic Violence appeared first on JOY Drive.
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Adz Johnston: Clowns, Final Destinations and Queer...
JOY Drive’s resident film buff Adz is back with blood, guts and a whole lot of heart. This week, he reviews “Clown in a Cornfield”, previews the much-anticipated “Final Destination:... LEARN MORE The post Adz Johnston: Clowns, Final Destinations and Queer Power in Horror appeared first on JOY Drive.
Suzy Wrong joins JOY Drive to reflect on Gemmel and Tim, a powerful film honouring two Black gay men whose lives were stolen but not forgotten. Guest: Suzy Wrong Presenter:... LEARN MORE The post Suzy Wrong: Film Review – Gemmel and Tim appeared first on JOY Drive.
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Adam Bode: The Science of Falling in Love – Who Loves...
Do men fall faster—but women feel deeper? PhD researcher Adam Bode from ANU joins JOY Drive to unpack a groundbreaking global study on how men and women experience romantic love.... LEARN MORE The post Adam Bode: The Science of Falling in Love – Who Loves Harder? Men or Women? appeared first on JOY Drive.
Can a pet ease loneliness? Dr Em Bould from Monash University joins JOY Drive to explore how companion animals support wellbeing, especially for older adults, people with disabilities and those... LEARN MORE The post Dr Em Bould: Pets and Loneliness appeared first on JOY Drive.
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Dr Rebecca Davies: Galaxies, Black Holes and Space Junk
Astrophysicist Dr. Rebecca Davies from Swinburne University returns to JOY Drive with mind-blowing stories from the cosmos. From a record-breaking dead galaxy to a star being shredded by a black... LEARN MORE The post Dr Rebecca Davies: Galaxies, Black Holes and Space Junk appeared first on JOY Drive.
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Emily Williams: Live at 5 – Powerhouse Vocals and Big...
From Australian Idol to international stages, Emily Williams brings her powerhouse voice, fearless spirit and heartfelt stories to JOY Drive. Emily opens up about her dream role in The Bodyguard,... LEARN MORE The post Emily Williams: Live at 5 – Powerhouse Vocals and Big Heart appeared first on JOY Drive.
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Cat Londos: My Health Record – Your Choice: Digital...
What does My Health Record mean for LGBTQIA+ communities and can we trust it? Cat Londos from LGBTIQ+ Health Australia joins JOY Drive to unpack digital health, informed choice and... LEARN MORE The post Cat Londos: My Health Record – Your Choice: Digital Health and Trust appeared first on JOY Drive.
What happens when queer dads create the space they wish they’d had? Costa Constantaras and Daniel Torcasio-Rugaas join JOY Drive to share the story behind Victoria’s first GBTIQA+ dads playgroup... LEARN MORE The post Costa Constantaras and Daniel Torcasio-Rugaas: Rainbow Dads Playgroup – Building Community, One Family at a Time appeared first on JOY Drive.
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Josh Piterman: Behind the Mask: Identity, Masculinity...
From The Phantom of the Opera to Les Misérables, Josh Piterman is known for commanding the stage, but his new book Behind the Mask takes us somewhere far more personal.... LEARN MORE The post Josh Piterman: Behind the Mask: Identity, Masculinity and Finding Your True Self appeared first on JOY Drive.