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A daily news podcast, getting you across the latest Australian and international news in under 10 minutes. Agenda-free, independent, and delivered by hosts that'll come to feel like mates. It's the news without the noise, cutting through with a touch of analysis and an eye on what's coming next. And there's always a quirky news story or two to give a touch of balance to the news of the day. News for busy people, out 6am weekday, perfect for your morning routine.The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed.Top tip - check out The Squiz Today newsletter. It's the daily news stories, in your inbox each weekday at 6am, with links and more info to all the stories covered in The Squiz Today podcast. Sign up at www.thesquiz.com.au - it's free.
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Mar 17, 2023 • 21min
Saturday Squiz, 18 March 2023: Keating goes rogue, TikTok is trending, and the ultimate fridge system
This week, Kate and Claire chat about how your fridge should really be organised, Paul Keating's latest comments on AUKUS and the big TikTok news. Plus, Claire shares her love for astrology and our first drinking recommendation.LINKSA definitive guide to organising your fridgeAmelia Dimoldenberg's interview with Shania TwainThis spicy tuna tartare and this ChardonnayThe Daily's episode on the impulsion of Silicon Valley BankHOSTS: Claire Kimball and Kate WatsonPRODUCER: Annelise Taylor
Mar 16, 2023 • 12min
Friday, 17 March: The US tells TikTok to sell; Bruce Lehrmann speaks up; New rules for roos; And styling a moonwalk
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning.Find the recipe for Hetty McKinnon's summer lasagne here.Other things we do:Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topicsSquiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!
Mar 15, 2023 • 11min
Thursday, 16 March: A former PM slams AUKUS; Power on the rise; The NRL updates its brain injury rules; And collectors make bank
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning.You can listen to the AUKUS submarines Squiz Shortcut here.Other things we do:Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topicsSquiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!
Mar 14, 2023 • 11min
Wednesday, 15 March: The subs deal is finally revealed; The global stock market takes a tumble; A concussion class action; And a wily fox...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning.You can listen to the AUKUS submarines Squiz Shortcut here.Other things we do:Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topicsSquiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!
Mar 14, 2023 • 11min
Ep 2: How Far We've Come... A tale as old as time: WWII and the fight for equal pay
Part 2 of How Far We’ve Come, a 6-part dive into the history of women's financial freedom and independence in Australia. In this episode, we're diving into WWII and the first big wave of Aussie women entering the paid workforce. It was a game-changer (yay), but it also entrenched the gender pay gap (boo) - so it's a topic that's still very relevant today.A special thanks to our podcast partner on this series, NGS Super. Find out more about them here.
Mar 13, 2023 • 11min
Tuesday, 14 March: Xi lays out China's goals; The death toll goes up in Bahkmut; La Nina's headed on her way; And all the Oscars glory
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning.You can read about all the Academy Award winners here and catch the red carpet action here.Other things we do:Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topicsSquiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!
Mar 12, 2023 • 11min
Monday, 13 March: Subbing in for a big announcement; Floods in Far North Queensland; A countdown to the NSW election; And getting Oscars ready
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning.#Sponsored: Find out more about Uber’s One Less Car here.Other things we do:Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topicsSquiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!
Mar 10, 2023 • 19min
Saturday Squiz, 11 March 2023: Koala shenanigans, tech turmoil and Oscars' campaign drama.
This week, Kate and Claire chat about Squizers' affinity for animals, the most recent economic news and what's happening with those tech industry layoffs. Plus, the big defence news coming up next week and a few Oscar-themed recommendations.LINKSSign up to our Saturday Squiz newsletterA Koala wanders into a petrol stationThe NYT's long read about the campaign behind Oscar nominations. And the full list of nomineesRead about the Bold Glamour TikTok filter hereFind out more about the CyberCX academy intake hereWant to get in touch with Kate? Send her an email at kate@thesquiz.com.auHOSTS: Claire Kimball and Kate WatsonPRODUCER: Annelise Taylor
Mar 9, 2023 • 11min
Friday, 10 March: Defence down under; Trouble for Fiji's former PM; Some better-than-expected earnings; And the best hot cross buns
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning.Find the recipe for spiced eggplant and chickpea fatteh here.#Sponsored: Find out more about Uber’s One Less Car here.Other things we do:Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topicsSquiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!
Mar 8, 2023 • 11min
Thursday, 9 March: A defamation battle brews; The RBA flags potential rate relief; Ukraine hits back against a US report; And an old favourite gets a modern update
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning.You can listen to the defamation Squiz Shortcut here.You can listen to Alan Alda and Mike Farrell acting out a M*A*S*H episode here.Other things we do:Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topicsSquiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!
