Squiz Today
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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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Sep 2, 2021 • 10min
Friday, 3 September: The Aussie flag's big day; Texas and abortion laws; Closing the curtain on the Paralympics; and don't forget your Dad...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. Squiz Shortcuts https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/squiz-shortcuts/id1477008816Squiz Quiz:https://www.thesquiz.com.au/quiz/Sport Todayhttps://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sport-today/id1554210927 Squiz Kidshttps://www.squizkids.com.au/ 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. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Sep 1, 2021 • 11min
Thursday, 2 September - An update on the economy; Biden's new focus; Millions without power in Louisiana; and mumbling men
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. LINKSYour Shortcut to... the ANZUS alliancePhoto galleries - One with some good lookin’ birds, and another with something wild.Other things we do:Sport Todayhttps://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sport-today/id1554210927Squiz Shortcuts https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/Squiz Kidshttps://www.squizkids.com.au/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. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Aug 31, 2021 • 11min
Wednesday, 1 September - Testing times for superannuation; The Bali bombing suspects are on trial; China cracks down on video games; and cheering on the Belles...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. LINKSMore details on today's Superannuation story in The Squiz Today newsletterYour Shortcut to... SuperannuationOther things we do:Sport Todayhttps://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sport-today/id1554210927Squiz Shortcuts https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/Squiz Kidshttps://www.squizkids.com.au/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. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Aug 30, 2021 • 10min
Tuesday, 31 August - Devastation from Hurrican Ida; A grim COVID milestone; US troops officially withdraw; and one long, long jetski ride...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. LINKS:The trailer for Kristen Stewart in SpencerSponsored: Footy Colours DayTo find out more about Footy Colours Day or register your event here. Other things we do:Sport Todayhttps://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sport-today/id1554210927Squiz Shortcuts https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/Squiz Kidshttps://www.squizkids.com.au/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. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Aug 29, 2021 • 11min
Monday, 30 August: Kabul's evacuation deadline; Hurricane Ida makes landfall; Keeping it cas; And a new pizza contender...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. LINKS Your Shortcut to… The Taliban * Need help? (Sponsored) Get $110 off your First 5 boxes AND Free Shipping off the 1st box with the code SQUIZ110 at marleyspoon.com.au Sport Today Squiz KidsSquiz Shortcuts 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!) See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Aug 26, 2021 • 10min
Friday, 27 August: National Cabinet's to-do list; Terror attacks around Kabul airport; The Super Netball grand final; And come on Steelers...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. Footy Colours Day (Sponsored): Find out more about Footy Colours Day or register your event here.Squiz Shortcuts https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/squiz-shortcuts/id1477008816Squiz Quiz:https://www.thesquiz.com.au/quiz/Sport Todayhttps://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sport-today/id1554210927 Squiz Kidshttps://www.squizkids.com.au/ 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. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Aug 25, 2021 • 11min
Thursday, 26 August - The evacuation countdown in Afghanistan; Covid passports; Perth on footy finals standby; and a singing scandal
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. LINKS:Each day of the Tokyo Paralympics, we’ll bring you a profile of an athlete you should know about, a sport that’s worth checking out, or achievements of the previous day. And today, it’s all about Paralympics team co-captain, flag bearer and table tennis player Danni di Toro.Sesame Streets 'Hey Food'Out today - Your Shortcut to... Australia's Covid VaccinesOther things we do:Sport Todayhttps://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sport-today/id1554210927Squiz Shortcuts https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/Squiz Kidshttps://www.squizkids.com.au/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. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Aug 24, 2021 • 10min
Wednesday, 25 August - Delta on the global stage; Biden says no to an extension; Profiling Ellie Cole; and watch out for the magpies
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. LINKS:Giant Seychelles tortoise apparently not a herbivore...Masks could promote magpie swooping... Get prepared with MagpieWatchGet to know Paralympian Ellie ColeYour Shortcut to... The ParalympicsSport Todayhttps://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sport-today/id1554210927Squiz Shortcuts https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/Squiz Kidshttps://www.squizkids.com.au/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. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Aug 23, 2021 • 10min
Tuesday, 24 August - Prepping for the Paralympics; The lockdown debates continue; Sanctions for Afghanistan; and dating in a pandemic
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. LINKS:Your Shortcut to ...The ParalympicsOther things we do:Sport Todayhttps://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sport-today/id1554210927Squiz Shortcuts https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/Squiz Kidshttps://www.squizkids.com.au/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. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Aug 22, 2021 • 11min
Monday, 23 August: Protests as COVID cases climb; An update on Afghanistan; Malaysia's new Prime Minister; And bring on the Paralympics...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. LINKS WeThe15 campaign film Your Shortcut to… The Paralympics (Sponsored) Get $110 off your First 5 boxes AND Free Shipping off the 1st box with the code SQUIZ110 at marleyspoon.com.au Squiz Kids Sport TodaySquiz Shortcuts 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!) See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
