Jenny Tian turns heartbreak, red flags and post-breakup rubble into sharp, story-driven comedy in her new Melbourne International Comedy Festival show When Life Gives You Oranges. She shares why she put this relationship on stage, how dating stories land with audiences, and what kind of night people are in for.

Guest: Jenny Tian, Comedian

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Religion can become one of the most difficult issues for separated parents to navigate, especially around schooling, holidays and major decisions about a child’s upbringing. Bec Dahl explains how family law approaches these disputes, what the court focuses on, and the practical steps parents can take before conflict escalates.

Guest: Bec Dahl, Partner at Nicholes Family Lawyers

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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For years, vaping was sold as the safer alternative to smoking, but new research is raising serious questions about what it may be doing inside the body. Professor Bernard Stewart explains what this major review found, why the warning signs are becoming harder to ignore, and what vapers should be thinking about now.

Guest: Dr Bernard Stewart is a Conjoint Professor with the School of Women’s and Children’s Health at the UNSW Sydney

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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ACMI’s Drag Week is bringing cult classics and local stories to the big screen, including Victorian Queens, a documentary exploring the people and community behind Melbourne’s drag scene. Andrew Cox and Joseph Gardner share how the film came together, what surprised them during production, and why this story feels so deeply tied to Naarm.

Guest: Andrew Cox and Joseph Gardner, Filmmakers behind Victorian Queens

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Millions of Australians have received messages about a class action involving JB Hi-Fi, leaving many confused. Professor Jeannie Paterson explains what the case is about, your rights as a consumer, and what to do if you have been contacted.

Guest: Professor Jeannie Paterson, Centre for AI and Digital Ethics – Co-director

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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A major decision by the International Olympic Committee to ban transgender athletes from women’s events is sparking global debate. Professor Paula Gerber examines the legal, ethical and human rights implications, and what this means for the future of sport.

Guest: Professor Paula Gerber, Legal Scholar and Human Rights Advocate, Monash University

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Behind the glitter and celebration of nightlife lie deeper stories of secrecy, power and vulnerability. Suzy Wrong explores how close communities navigate gossip, identity and relationships, and why those spaces can feel both freeing and exposing at the same time.

Guest: Suzy Wrong

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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The Reserve Bank has announced plans to remove card surcharges, promising simpler and more transparent pricing. Adjunct Professor Steve Worthington explains what this means for consumers, whether prices could shift elsewhere, and how it affects everyday spending.

Guest: Steve Worthington, Adjunct Professor, School of Business, Law and Entrepreneurship at Swinburne University

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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After stepping away from stand-up, Josh Thomas returns to the Melbourne International Comedy Festival with a new show focused on something simple… having fun! He reflects on coming back to the stage, balancing honesty with humour, and what audiences can expect from Jiggle Jiggle.

Guest: Josh Thomas, Comedian

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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Humans are heading back to the moon for the first time in over 50 years, while scientists build a moving picture of the universe and uncover how elements like gold are formed. Dr Rebecca Davies breaks down the science behind these discoveries and why this moment in space exploration matters.

Guest: Dr Rebecca Davies, ARC DECRA Fellow and Faculty member at the Centre for Astrophysics and Supercomputing at Swinburne University of Technology

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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