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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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Jul 3, 2022 • 11min

Monday, 4 July - Nick Kyrgios' dramatic Wimbledon win; PM Albanese visits Ukraine; The impact of Covid on divorce rates; and a genius toddler...

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:Politics Today - a weekday newsletter getting you across the latest in politics, both here and abroad.Sport Today - a sports news podcast designed to keep you ahead of the game. Or sign up to the newsletter here.Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topicsSquiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age appropriate news without the nasties!

Jun 30, 2022 • 12min

Friday, 1 July - China's President visits Hong Kong; Territories set to get voluntary assisted dying laws; wet weather on the way; and Squiz Kids holiday specials...

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: Recipes and weekend suggestions in Friday LitesOther things we do:Politics Today - a weekday newsletter getting you across the latest in politics, both here and abroad.Sport Today - a sports news podcast designed to keep you ahead of the game. Or sign up to the newsletter here.Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topicsSquiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age appropriate news without the nasties!

Jun 29, 2022 • 11min

Thursday, 30 June - The inquest into the death of Hannah Clarke is finalised; Explosive testimony in January 6 hearings; bunk beds on long haul flights; and Airbnb bans parties...

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: Domestic violence/coercive control - need help?Other things we do:Politics Today - a weekday newsletter getting you across the latest in politics, both here and abroad.Sport Today - a sports news podcast designed to keep you ahead of the game. Or sign up to the newsletter here.Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topicsSquiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age appropriate news without the nasties!

Jun 28, 2022 • 11min

Wednesday, 29 June - People smuggling tragedy in Texas; Ghislaine Maxwell is sentenced; A look at the Census data; and the zero star hotel...

Jun 27, 2022 • 12min

Tuesday, 28 June - China and Russia on the G7 agenda; Hedley Thomas takes the stand in the Chris Dawson trial; gender equality in Australia; and Alexa wants to get familiar...

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: Women smashed by blokes on pay - WGEASponsored: Get $210 off your First 5 boxes with the code SQUIZ210 https://marleyspoon.com.auOther things we do:Politics Today - a weekday newsletter getting you across the latest in politics, both here and abroad.Sport Today - a sports news podcast designed to keep you ahead of the game. Or sign up to the newsletter here.Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topicsSquiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age appropriate news without the nasties!

Jun 26, 2022 • 11min

Monday, 27 June - Roe v Wade is overturned in the US; Russia takes a key Ukrainian city; Omicron sub-variants surge here at home; and checking in with our national values...

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:World's Ugliest DogAustralia National Values StudyOther things we do:Politics Today - a weekday newsletter getting you across the latest in politics, both here and abroad.Sport Today - a sports news podcast designed to keep you ahead of the game. Or sign up to the newsletter here.Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topicsSquiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age appropriate news without the nasties!

Jun 23, 2022 • 12min

Friday, 24 June - Looking ahead to a week of summits; 4 months of war in Ukraine; The world's most liveable cities; and lightsabre lessons...

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: Recipes, lightsabres, socks. Check out this week's Friday Lites.Other things we do:Politics Today - a weekday newsletter getting you across the latest in politics, both here and abroad.Sport Today - a sports news podcast designed to keep you ahead of the game. Or sign up to the newsletter here.Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topicsSquiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age appropriate news without the nasties!

Jun 22, 2022 • 11min

Thursday, 23 June - Natural disasters strike in Afghanistan, Bangladesh and India; AEMO steps back; A breakthrough in gun control in the US; and taking note of the sunsets...

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.Sponsored: Bupa has a helpful explainer on private health insurance and tax time. Check it out here.Other things we do:Politics Today - a weekday newsletter getting you across the latest in politics, both here and abroad.Sport Today - a sports news podcast designed to keep you ahead of the game. Or sign up to the newsletter here.Squiz 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.

Jun 21, 2022 • 11min

Wednesday, 22 June - The trial of the man accused of raping Brittany Higgins will be delayed; Economic pain, but no recession; Israel heads back to the polls; and a question of balance...

Jun 20, 2022 • 11min

Tuesday, 21 June - Dealing with Sri Lankan people smugglers; The ACCC to investigate power prices; Macron loses his majority; and the world's most expensive lunch...

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