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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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Feb 6, 2022 • 11min
Monday, 7 February - The Federal Government in crisis mode; Bushfires flare up in the West; Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee; and Australia's first gold medal at the Winter Olympics
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. Sign up (it’s free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au.Other things we do:Sport Today - a sports news podcast designed to keep you ahead of the gameSquiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topicsSquiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age appropriate news without the nasties! See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Feb 3, 2022 • 11min
Friday, 4 February - Finding the HMB Endeavour; The leader of Islamic State is killed; A bad day for Meta; and throwing some chicken on the barbie...
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. Sign up (it’s free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au.Links: Chicken on the barbie recipe (and the rest of Friday Lites)Other things we do:Sport Today - a sports news podcast designed to keep you ahead of the gameSquiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topicsSquiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age appropriate news without the nasties! See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Feb 2, 2022 • 11min
Thursday, 3 February - Text message trouble for the Coalition; Sexual assault cases on the rise; Burner phones in Beijing; and the invention of the kosk...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. LINKS:Sexual assault reports and convictions on the rise (ABS). Need help?Sponsored: Cariuma: Squizers get 15% off a pair of Cariuma sneakers hereMore details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it’s free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au.Other things we do:Sport Today - a sports news podcast designed to keep you ahead of the gameSquiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topicsSquiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age appropriate news without the nasties! See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Feb 1, 2022 • 10min
Wednesday, 2 February - The NYT buys Wordle; Interest rates stay put; Backtracking on the Anne Frank investigation; and hello, heatwave...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. LINKS:New study on humidity and climate change - read more.Cariuma (sponsored): Squizers get 15% off a pair of Cariuma sneakers here.More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it’s free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au.Other things we do:Sport Today - a sports news podcast designed to keep you ahead of the gameSquiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topicsSquiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age appropriate news without the nasties! See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Jan 31, 2022 • 11min
Tuesday, 1 February - Ringing in the Lunar New Year; A damning report into the UK parties scandal; North Korea launches its biggest missile test in years; and a snapshot into the daily lives of Gen X versus Millennials...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.Adam Liaw's dumplings recipe for the Lunar New Yearhttps://www.sbs.com.au/food/article/2022/01/20/how-food-fosters-prosperous-lunar-new-yearMore details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it’s free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au.Other things we do:Sport Today - a sports news podcast designed to keep you ahead of the gameSquiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topicsSquiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age appropriate news without the nasties! See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Jan 30, 2022 • 11min
Monday, 31 January - The founder of the Hillsong Church steps down; Back to school plans; Speculation about an interest rate rise; and an Australian Open classic...
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. Sign up (it’s free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au.Other things we do:Sport Today - a sports news podcast designed to keep you ahead of the gameSquiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topicsSquiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age appropriate news without the nasties! See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Jan 27, 2022 • 11min
Friday, 28 January - Aussies through to the Australian Open finals; Aghanistan is 'hanging by a thread'; A look at Australia's drinking habits; and fancying up your fish fingers...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. LINKS:New study on drinking habits, especially for Australian womenFriday Lites: Fancy fish fingers, Ash Barty's Vogue Cover, and Muster DogsMore details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it’s free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au.Other things we do:Sport Today - a sports news podcast designed to keep you ahead of the gameSquiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topicsSquiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age appropriate news without the nasties! See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Jan 26, 2022 • 11min
Thursday, 27 January - Police are investigating Boris Johnson's lockdown parties; Our new Australian of the Year; The government considers sanctions against Russia; and cheering on Ash Barty...
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. Sign up (it’s free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au.Other things we do:Sport Today - a sports news podcast designed to keep you ahead of the gameSquiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topicsSquiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age appropriate news without the nasties! See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Jan 24, 2022 • 11min
Tuesday, 25 January - Cleo Smith's abductor pleads guilty; Julian Assange given the green light to appeal against extradition; The Aboriginal flag free for all; and a new Australian of the Year to be announced tonight...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. LINKSMore details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it’s free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au.Other things we do:Sport Today - a sports news podcast designed to keep you ahead of the gameSquiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topicsSquiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age appropriate news without the nasties! See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Jan 23, 2022 • 11min
Monday, 24 January - The UK accuses Russia of plotting to install a new leader in Ukraine; A long road for Tonga's recovery; COVID back-to-school plans; and remembering rock god - Meatloaf...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. LINKSMore details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it’s free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au.Other things we do:Sport Today - a sports news podcast designed to keep you ahead of the gameSquiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topicsSquiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age appropriate news without the nasties! See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
