The Briefing

This week, Sean 'Diddy' Combs, a renowned rapper and music mogul, dives into the slew of serious legal allegations against him, including sex trafficking and racketeering. He pleads not guilty, but the conversation raises questions about his future. Hip-hop journalist Simone Amelia Jordan, who has interviewed Diddy, discusses the troubling implications for the music industry and the pattern of abuse within it. They also reflect on Diddy's controversial legacy and the moral responsibilities of power in hip-hop, calling for justice and change.

Anjali Sharma, who led a significant climate case at just 17, discusses the growing movement of youth suing governments for climate action. She reveals the mixed outcomes of these legal battles worldwide and examines whether children's lawsuits can drive real change. Anjali shares insights into the urgency felt by the younger generation and the challenges they face in holding leaders accountable. The conversation highlights the potential for youth activism to influence policy and inspire broader involvement in climate justice.

Chanel Contos, an advocate for sexual consent and founder of Teach Us Consent, joins the conversation to delve into Tinder's new Consent Course. The discussion tackles whether dating apps truly understand the need for consent education or if it’s just a PR stunt. Chanel highlights alarming statistics revealing a lack of awareness among Gen Z regarding consent issues like stealthing. The talk advocates for open dialogues about consent in modern relationships, emphasizing the necessity of education to combat sexual violence and entitlement.

Dr. Nick Fuller, an obesity researcher and author of 'Healthy Parents, Healthy Kids', joins the discussion about weighing children in schools. He explores the potential benefits of this initiative against risks like stigma and bullying. The conversation emphasizes the importance of a holistic approach to childhood health, focusing on overall growth rather than just weight. Fuller advocates for better health strategies that involve parents and educators, aiming for healthier lifestyles without compromising children's mental well-being.

Laura Loomer, a far-right activist known for her extreme conspiracy theories, dives into her controversial connections with Donald Trump. She discusses her polarizing public persona and the absurdity of her tactics, including outrageous claims like Haitian immigrants eating pets. The conversation reveals her influence on Trump's campaign strategy, showing how her ideologies seep into his narrative. Additionally, the dynamics of her relationship with Trump highlight significant implications for his political future and upcoming election strategies.

Improving mental health is one of the most important aspects of rehabilitating offenders in incarceration. It’s been the focus of a recent program at Wellington Correctional Centre – which was formerly branded the toughest country jail in NSW. More than 200 inmates and 70 staff have participated in mental health first aid training led by the National Wellbeing Alliance. What impact are they hoping it will have? In this episode of The Briefing, Helen Smith is joined by the Centre’s Governor, Brad Peebles, to discuss the successes and findings of the program and what’s prevented its implementation in the past.  Headlines: Trump’s latest assassination attempt Housing policy wrap Murdoch trial kicks off Aussie school officially adopts four day school week  Follow The Briefing:TikTok: @listnrnewsroomInstagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroomFacebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You could call 2024 the year of the Mormon influencer. The internet has become fascinated with the lives of #tradwives, and now The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives is dominating the small screen. So, what's behind our fascination? And how is this latest show contributing to a conversation about modern Mormonism and feminism? In today’s episode of The Briefing, Sacha Barbour Gatt chats with journalist and writer for Marie Claire, Ruby Feneley. Ruby recently published a piece recently about the show in Marie Claire, you can read it here. Follow The Briefing:TikTok: @listnrnewsroomInstagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroomFacebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PrEP is a miracle drug that is currently in short supply. Full name pre-exposure prophylaxis, it’s a little blue pill you take once a day – or before and after having sex – that stops 99 per cent of sexual HIV transmissions. It makes having sex a lot safer, especially for men who have sex with men, and it’s helped the rate of HIV diagnoses in this country plummet by about a third, and has been widely available across Australia for almost a decade. Now a member of the South Australian parliament, then-Senator for South Australia Robert Simms successfully pushed for PrEP to be placed on the pharmaceutical benefits scheme, or the PBS, meaning anyone can prevent themselves from getting HIV for about $30 a month. But a supply shortage has hit – with multiple brands of the medication expected to be in low supply or unavailable until March next year. Rob Simms joins Bension Siebert on this episode of The Briefing to explain what might be causing the delay, and what he thinks the government should be doing about it.  Headlines: US election update Houthi strike reaches Israel for first time Madison de Rozario backs up Paralympics with win in Sydney marathon  The Emmys are today Follow The Briefing:TikTok: @listnrnewsroomInstagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroomFacebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We all feel in love with the Matilda's during the world cup last year and now besties, Matilda players Chloe Logarzo and Emily Gielnik are ready to win The Amazing Race Australia: Celebrity Edition. After injury ruled out the duo in the most recent Olympics, the pair took their heartbreak and created a business together to inspire the next generation of Matildas. In this chat with Antoinette Lattouf, Chloe and Emily share their new found love of reality TV and how they turned their FOMO into a positive. Watch the The Amazing Race Australia: Celebrity Edition on 10 or 10 Play now  Weekend List TO WATCH: Louis Theroux interview with Chelsea Manning on ABC iView TO WEAR: 7-Evelen sunglasses TO TRY: To Save Face Sunscreen from Mecca TO WEAR: Uniqlo basics Send us your weekend briefing recommendations! Follow The Briefing:TikTok: @listnrnewsroomInstagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroomFacebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, the Country Music Award (CMA) nominations were announced and Beyoncé was left off the list - despite her single Texas Hold 'Em spending 10 weeks at the top of the country music Billboard charts. The mega star’s rocky relationship with the CMA’s is nothing new, and dates back to 2016 when her performance with The Chicks was met with backlash and racism. So are there racist undertones to the nominations and has Queen Bey been snubbed? In this episode of The Briefing, Helen Smith is joined by Grammy Considered Recording Artist, corporate crisis fixer and podcast host of the Antoinettes, Azure Antoinette to unpack it all.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.