Jan 31, 2026
A mysterious glow from the centre of the Milky Way has scientists intrigued. Astrophysicist Geraint Lewis explains how this gamma-ray excess, first detected in 2009, could be evidence of dark matter particles interacting deep in our galaxy. With dark matter believed to make up a vast, invisible halo that holds galaxies...
Jan 26, 2026
In this episode, I’m joined by Professor Clare Collins, Australian dietitian and Professor of Nutrition and Dietetics at the University of Newcastle. Clare is my go-to expert when it comes to all things nutrition, and today she’s here to unpack the often confusing world of processed and ultra-processed foods.
We...
Jan 17, 2026
In part two with Online Safety Consultant Troy Hunt
(Have I Been Pwned), we
unpack the risks of online age verification in light of Australia’s
social media ban, including the personal data (often times photos
or government documents) sites may demand, and how these security
practices can be questionable.
Troy...
Jan 10, 2026
In part two, Associate Professor Marian-Andrei Rizoiu from the University of Technology Sydney explains how misinformation and toxic online cultures spread. We dive into the “manosphere pipeline” targeting boys as young as 10, its real-world impacts on schools and families, and how it can escalate...
Jan 3, 2026
Most of us throw our clothes in the wash without a second thought, but what if that habit is doing more harm than good? In this episode, Dr. Holly Kaye-Smith, social change expert and communications specialist, challenges the way we think about cleanliness, climate action, and everyday laundry.
From surprising stats...