The Briefing

July 2023 was the hottest month on the planet in 120,000 years. In this episode of The Briefing, we speak with Jeff Goodell whose new book is The Heat Will Kill You First: Life and Death on a Scorched Planet. He explains what heat does to human beings... and the reality we face in a warming world.   Headlines: Wagner boss reportedly killed in plane crash India lands a rocket on the moon Fyre festival is back Sam Kerr football academies to open next year   Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Crispian Chan, Chinese-Australian, discusses the impact of a firebombing on his family's restaurant by neo-Nazis. He delves into the investigation and shares his journey to confront the perpetrators 40 years later. Other topics include upcoming voice referendum, white-collar crime case, rising supermarket theft, and meeting a former gang member at a men's health retreat.

Max Chandler-Mather, Greens Federal housing spokesperson, discusses the demand for a cap on rental increases. The episode also explores a horrifying child murder case in the UK, a lawsuit against Qantas, declining reputation of an airline, and the conflict over Australia's housing future fund.

When you hear the word ‘slavery,’ you probably get images in your head of pre-civil war America. But it’s happening right now here in 21st century Australia. On today’s Briefing, Katrina’s looking into modern day slavery and the victims who are hiding in plain sight, how to spot a situation where slavery might be taking place and what you should do if you suspect it’s going on. We're joined by slavery survivor Moe Turaga who had his passport confiscated after he arrived in Australia from Fiji and was then forced to work on a farm without pay; and Louise Burton who’s the CEO of the Sisters of Charity Foundation which helps victims of slavery in Australia. In this episode of the Briefing, modern slavery: hiding in plain sight.   Headlines: Spain win the Women’s World Cup Wallaroos players have called out Rugby Australia  Australia’s population to grow at slowest rate since Federation   Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to On Topic with the Weekend Briefing, a special series where Jamila Rizvi talks to some of her favourite guests - old and new - about a single, fascinating subject. Over the next two months, you’ll hear from singers, writers, models, actors and change makers on topics as diverse as power and influence, mindset and money, bodies and brains.  Today you’ll hear from Elly Desmarchelier, on access. Elly is a disability rights advocate who is determined to make change for the one in five Australians who live with disability. In this chat with Jamila Rizvi, Elly explains how people with disability are left out of important conversations and why the NDIS cannot be the answer to every medical funding challenge.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dee Madigan, Creative director and Labor strategist, discusses the role of brands in politics, specifically focusing on Qantas supporting the 'yes' campaign for an Indigenous Voice to Parliament. They explore why Qantas is receiving extensive coverage and the potential risks and benefits for companies getting involved in social issues.

Johnny Keko, an expert on the World Cup tournament, discusses the twists and turns of the tournament so far and emotions at the game. Topics include Sam Kerr's call for more funding in women's soccer, chaos around the game, impact on young fans, analysis of Australia vs. England match, and growing interest in women's soccer in Australia.

The podcast discusses the watershed moment for women's sports in Australia with the Matildas' World Cup match. It explores the future of women's sport and the financial implications of the Matildas' success. The podcast also covers Donald Trump's indictment, a heartwarming rescue, and good news about four Australian surfers found alive.

Journalist, Amelia Oberhardt, uncovers her mother's hidden past through a photo discovered at her funeral, leading her on a journey to uncover forced adoptions in Australia. The podcast also covers news headlines, disappearance of Australians, bomb threats, political drama, and mistreatment of unwed mothers.

Sharpen your spears ladies! Research has debunked the hunter-gatherer theory finding a high number of our female ancestors used to hunt too. A group of anthropologists from Washington and Seattle Pacific universities analysed 63 modern hunter-gatherersocieties, including 14 in Australia and found women hunted in nearly 80 per cent of them. This includes hunting for big game - and they left the kids behind. It's thought early anthropological work was carried out by men who have inflated the importance of men's roles and that's why this wasn't uncovered until now.   Headlines: We could have a Matildas public holiday! Hawaii wildfire death toll rises  Hope Julian Assange could be brought to Australia    Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.