The Briefing

Penny Wong, the Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs, addresses the escalating violence in Lebanon and urges citizens to return home to safety. Liz Deep-Jones, a journalist and human rights advocate of Lebanese descent, shares her personal insights on the anger and concern felt within the Lebanese Australian community. They discuss the emotional turmoil of those with ties to Lebanon, the calls for stronger action against violence, and the importance of compassion amid the crisis. Protests and the human cost of conflict are key focal points, urging listeners to empathize with those affected.

Protests erupt in Australia following escalating violence in the Middle East, while local CEOs reveal their outlook on remote work. Exploring the daunting challenge of erasing a digital footprint, the podcast dives into the complexities of removing personal data and the alarming role of data brokers. It highlights the emerging industry focused on restoring privacy and features personal insights from a podcast producer on tackling this task. It underscores the pressing need for better data management and governmental support in our increasingly digital world.

Join the lively Dr. Karl, Australia's beloved science communicator and author of 'The Periodic Tale,' as he shares his family's Holocaust survival story. He discusses resilience, the resurgence of student activism for climate change, and even proposes a savvy twist on climate education via OnlyFans! Dr. Karl also humorously critiques the personal storytelling journey and dives into the peculiarities of pop culture with true crime recommendations. This chat is packed with insights, wit, and a colorful look at life!

In this engaging discussion, Harry Kalogirou, a writer and game reviewer for Press Start, dives into the phenomenal success of 'Black Myth: Wukong,' which sold 10 million copies in just three days. They explore the controversial restrictions imposed on reviewers, including avoiding topics like COVID and 'feminist propaganda.' Kalogirou also examines how this game's triumph signals a potential cultural shift in the Chinese gaming industry, raising questions about sexism, gatekeeping, and the evolving dynamics between Eastern and Western gaming cultures.

The rising cost of groceries in Australia sets the stage for an engaging discussion on sports rivalries. Anticipation builds for the AFL Grand Final, expected to attract record viewership. The clash between AFL and NRL heats up as both leagues battle for dominance. A deep dive into grassroots engagement reveals shifting dynamics in fan support. Plus, excitement surrounds potential high-profile entertainment, like a surprise appearance by Katy Perry, possibly boosting the grand finale's appeal.

This discussion features prominent housing policy representatives: a Labor spokesperson advocating for affordability, a Liberal spokesperson promoting market-driven solutions, and a Greens spokesperson focusing on sustainability. They dive into the complexities of current housing policies, the pros and cons of superannuation for home buyers, and critiques of public housing initiatives. The conversation also highlights political barriers to effective reforms and beckons a call for visionary leadership to bring optimism amid the housing crisis.

Headlines: Labor reportedly considering a negative gearing policy, IDF prepares for ground assault in Lebanon, Choice reveals the cheapest supermarket and two Aussie suburbs make top 10 coolest in the world. Deed Dive: The state of Australia’s housing is in crisis.   From building them to buying them, there’s delay, disappointment, and division.   The major parties have very different perspectives in mind for what policies will fix this problem – but it’s hard to cut through political point scoring to get a real sense of exactly what they have in mind, and how it will work for you.   In this housing special series, The Briefing team brings you a housing spokesperson from each major party in Australia – Labor, the Coalition, The Greens – to give you the no-bullshit breakdown on what they see as their vision for our country’s housing future.   In this episode, Sacha Barbour Gatt sits down with Max Chandler-Mather from The Greens to unpack what they want you to know about how they plan to tackle the problem.     Follow The Briefing:TikTok: @listnrnewsroomInstagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroomFacebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The internet has become obsessed with two animals in recent weeks; Moo Deng, the pygmy hippo from Thailand, and Pesto the giant emperor penguin chick from Melbourne’s Sea Life Aquarium. The interest has sparked hordes of visitors, thousands of memes, celebrity endorsements and even moves for a patent. What makes an animal go viral? And what are some of the unintended repercussions for the cute specimen in question? On today’s episode of The Briefing, Sacha Barbour Gatt is joined by Dr Kyle Moore from Swinburne University to find out. Follow The Briefing:TikTok: @listnrnewsroomInstagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroomFacebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Headlines: More strikes on Lebanon, the UN General Assembly meets, Australia's  Reserve Bank has held our cash rate steady for the seventh time in a row and the Federal Government has been slammed for approving coal mine expansions. Plus, the AFL Event office has been hacked just days out from the sold out Grand Final.   Deep Dive: The state of Australia’s housing is in crisis.   From building them to buying them, there’s delay, disappointment, and division.   The major parties have very different perspectives in mind for what policies will fix this problem – but it’s hard to cut through political point scoring to get a real sense of exactly what they have in mind, and how it will work for you.   In this housing special series, The Briefing team brings you a housing spokesperson from each major party in Australia – Labor, the Coalition, The Greens – to give you the no-bullshit breakdown on what they see as their vision for our country’s housing future.   In this episode, Sacha Barbour Gatt sits down with Labor’s Minister for Housing and Homelessness, Clare O'Neil, to unpack what Labor wants you to know about how they plan to tackle the problem.     Follow The Briefing:TikTok: @listnrnewsroomInstagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroomFacebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Repression and media censorship in Venezuela are at an all-time high. Reports of arbitrary detentions, forced disappearances, and torture of political dissidents have skyrocketed following claims that the country’s current president, Nicolas Maduro, stole the July 28 election. But now, Venezuelan journalists are fighting back – reporting on events through two AI-generated avatars to avoid persecution. Both those avatars, as well as senior LiSTNR Investigative journalist Claudianna Blanco, join Chris Spyrou on this episode of The Briefing to unpack why this tech is necessary and the political state of Venezuela at the moment. Follow The Briefing:TikTok: @listnrnewsroomInstagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroomFacebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.