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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 3, 2021 • 10min
Monday, 4 January - Covid-19 clusters continue into 2021; Concerns for an Australian activist in Tanzania; Checking in on US politics, and dealing with nomophobia
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. While you were away... catch up on the 10 biggest news stories: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/extras/2021/january/while-you-were-away/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 .Your Shortcut to... Wikileaks: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/squiz-shortcuts-julian-assange/ See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Dec 30, 2020 • 15min
Year in Review - Part 3 (Sep-Dec)
In the third and final episode of our three-part Year in Review series, we revisit the big local and international stories that shaped September through to December, as well as the most clicked links in the Squiz Today email.The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed.You can find a written version of the content here:Episode notes:Wedding announcement goes wrongPrincess Mary's eldest son Prince Christian turns 15yoRockefeller Christmas tree failThe best Christmas ad of 2020 See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Dec 29, 2020 • 14min
Year in Review - Part 2 (May-August)
In the second episode of our three-part Year in Review series, we revisit the big local and international stories that shaped May through to August, as well as the most clicked links in the Squiz Today email.The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed.You can find a written version of the content here: See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Dec 28, 2020 • 15min
Year in Review - Part 1 (Jan-April)
In the first episode of our three-part Year in Review series, we revisit the big local and international stories that shaped January through to April, as well as the most clicked links in the Squiz Today email.The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed.You can find a written version of the content here:Episode notes:An unlikely parrot love story Dog training academy fail The story behind that Harry and Meghan umbrella photoBarbie marries One Directioner Louis Tomlinson See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Dec 22, 2020 • 12min
Wednesday, 23 December - Christmas hangs in the balance; Donald Trump gives a nod to Scott Morrison; Apple does cars; And a big thank you from us to you.
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.Squiz Shortcuts: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/Recipes: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/extras/2020/december/the-2020-squiz-recipe-roundup/Top Three most-clicked links: Aldi: https://www.news.com.au/lifestyle/health/health-problems/coronavirus-australia-aldi-sign-takes-swipe-at-toilet-paper-crisis/news-story/4da15f872ede00a245b2e95f3889a9e0Parrot Love: https://www.washingtonpost.com/local/an-unlikely-parrot-love-story-may-have-resulted-in-a-new-species/2020/01/03/115bf68a-2e66-11ea-bcd4-24597950008f_story.htmlRoyals: https://www.insider.com/prince-harry-meghan-markle-umbrella-story-behind-photo-2020-3More 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.
Dec 21, 2020 • 10min
Tuesday, 22 December - An update on NSW's Avalon outbreak; Still no trade deal between the EU and UK; Kidnapped Nigerian schoolboys return home; and our pick of the Best of 2020 lists...
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 .Squiz Kids: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/squiz-kids/id1494238283 or check out the Squiz Kids website: www.squizkids.com.auWoolworths (sponsored): OZHarvest appeal woolworths.com.au/community See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Dec 20, 2020 • 10min
Monday, 21 December - NSW's Northern Beaches outbreak; The devastation of Fiji's Cyclone Yasa; A new look Cabinet for the Morrison Government; and the big bucks on YouTube
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 .Listen to The Great Big Squiz Quiz Podcast Edition 2020 - Claire, Kate, Larissa and Bryce (from Squiz Kids) go head to head in a lighter take on the news from 2020: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/the-great-big-squiz-quiz-2/. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Dec 17, 2020 • 10min
Friday, 18 December - Sydney's northern beaches residents are asked to stay at home; Cyclone Yasa hits Fiji; the Australian Open's new dates; And how to contact trace.
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.Squiz Shortcuts: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/eBay Plus (sponsored): Free Express delivery in metro areas only. Excl WA, TAS and NT. $49 annual fee applies. T&Cs apply.Contact racing sketch: https://twitter.com/Brocklesnitch/status/1338328047208988674Hot Buttered Lobster Roll: https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au/recipes/browse-all/hot-buttered-lobster-rolls-16355More 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.
Dec 17, 2020 • 26min
The Great Big Squiz Quiz 2020
It’s a bit of fun, it’s a bit festive, with a lot of laughs. Take a lighter look at year that was 2020 by joining us for The Great Big Squiz Quiz. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Dec 16, 2020 • 11min
Thursday, 17 December - Sydney's covid alert; Australia calls on the WTO; Rain, rain and more rain; And giving away billions.
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.Squiz Shortcuts: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/eBay Plus (sponsored): Free Express delivery in metro areas only. Excl WA, TAS and NT. $49 annual fee applies. T&Cs apply.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.
