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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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Jan 9, 2022 • 11min
Monday, 10 January - COVID health advice; Floods hit QLD; Djokovic's court appeal; and vale Sidney Poitier...
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.auOther 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 6, 2022 • 10min
Friday, 7 January - The Djokovic saga continues; Japan and Australia sign a new treaty; Sprung on Google Street View; and worries about 'No worries'...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. Friday Lites - the Ottolenghi traybake raguThe 2021 Year in Review and Apropos of 2021 - take a look back at the year in news, and our roundup of the quirky/fun/random stories, and a few of the bits and bobs we liked.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 5, 2022 • 11min
Thursday, 6 January - Djokovic stopped at the border; New rules around COVID testing; North Korea tests missiles; and how good are dogs...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. Links:New gadgets at CES (anti-snoring pillow, anyone?)Dog rescues ownerOther things we do: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.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 4, 2022 • 10min
Wednesday, 5 January - The ACCC investigating RAT prices; Elizabeth Holmes is found guilty; The highs of house prices; and Djokovic heads Down Under...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. LINKS:Find A Rat websiteSquiz The Break - Tuned out as much as possible over the last couple of weeks? Here are a few notable developments that will help you fake your way through any “did you hear about…?” conversations you encounter today. Other things we do: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.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.
Dec 30, 2021 • 14min
2021 Year In Review - Part 3 - The Lighter Stuff
In the final episode of our 3-part Year in Review series, we revisit the stories that kept us entertained during 2021.You can find a written version of the content here: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/2021-news-year-in-review/ See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Dec 29, 2021 • 17min
2021 Year in Review - Part 2 - All Australian
In the 2nd episode of our 3-part Year in Review series, we revisit the big local stories that shaped 2021.You can find a written version of the content here: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/2021-news-year-in-review/ See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Dec 28, 2021 • 17min
2021 Year in Review - Part 1 - Around the World
In the first episode of our 3-part Year in Review series, we revisit the big international stories that shaped 2021.You can find a written version of the content here: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/2021-news-year-in-review/ See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Dec 23, 2021 • 29min
The Great Big Squiz Quiz 2021
It’s a bit of fun, it’s a bit festive, with a lot of laughs. Take a lighter look at year that was 2021 by joining us for The Great Big Squiz Quiz.And a link to the quiz on our website is here: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/quiz/2021-great-big-squiz-quiz/ See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Dec 22, 2021 • 11min
Thursday, 23 December - Masks recommended, but not mandatory; An update on the Australian Open; An actual chip shortage; and farewelling 2021...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. Other things we do: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.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.
Dec 21, 2021 • 11min
Wednesday, 22 December - The juries are out on Elizabeth Holmes and Ghislaine Maxwell; Cancellations and Covid; Mr Big gets dumped; and keeping the kids entertained...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. Other things we do: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.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.
