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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 8, 2020 • 10min
Thursday, 9 July - The FBI's China warning; Beijing continues to move on Hong Kong; Cancelling cancel culture; And Usain's Lightning Bolt.
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news....“We ain't ever getting older”.Squiz Shortcuts: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/squiz-shortcuts-israel-and-palestine/.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....Bupa (sponsored) https://www.bupa.com.au/ See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Jul 7, 2020 • 10min
Wednesday, 8 July - Melbourne locks down; The President of Brazil confirm he has covid-19; Australia changes its travel advice for China; And Jimmy from Gladstone's lucky escape.
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news...“Welcome to my nightmare”Jimmy from Gladstone: https://twitter.com/QldPolice/status/1280343605597495296More 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....Bupa (sponsored) https://www.bupa.com.au/ See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Jul 6, 2020 • 9min
Tuesday, 7 July - The NSW and VIC border closes; Deadly flooding in Japan; China accuses the UK of interference; and the Dalai Lama releases an album...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.“Stay in the kitchen cooking up, cut your own bread...”Your shortcut to... Hong Kong: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/squiz-shortcuts-hong-kong/...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...Bupa (sponsored) https://www.bupa.com.au/ See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Jul 5, 2020 • 10min
Monday, 6 July - Total lockdown for some Melbourne residents; The Eden-Monaro by-election result; Renewed pressure on Prince Andrew; and all power to potatoes...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news...“I count my time in dog years.”...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....Bupa (sponsored) https://www.bupa.com.au/ See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Jul 2, 2020 • 8min
Friday, 3 July - One eye on Eden Monaro; Australia considers safe haven visas for Hong Kongers; Jeffery Epstein's ex is arrested; And wings for the weekend.
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.“The only way to fly is on the wings of love”Squiz Shortcuts - Donald Trump https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/squiz-shortcuts-hong-kong/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.
Jul 1, 2020 • 10min
Thursday, 2 July - Arrests are made in Hong Kong; Downplaying a second coronavirus wave; 14 metric tonnes of amphetamines; And Dame Judi Dench does TikTok
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.“You should be dancing, yeah”Squiz Shortcuts - Donald Trump https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/squiz-shortcuts-donald-trump/Miguels Funguy Chicken Pie (sponsored) - https://australianmushrooms.com.au/recipe/miguels-funguy-chicken-pie/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.
Jun 30, 2020 • 9min
Wednesday, 1 July - China reaches further into Hong Kong; Victoria locks down and is locked out; A big boost in our defence spending; And NSW Koala's are in a fight for their life
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news...“Wanna be startin' something”...Squiz Shortcuts: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/squiz-shortcuts-the-rohingya-and-the-uyghurs/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.
Jun 29, 2020 • 13min
Tuesday, 30 June - China's state media accuses Australia of spying; Covid-19 'not even close to being over'; Seafolly swimwear goes under; and vale Margarita Pracatan...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news...“So get ready, here I come”...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...UberEats (sponsored): https://www.uber.com/en-AU/newsroom/dettol/... See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Jun 28, 2020 • 9min
Monday, 29 June - The latest on Victoria's Covid-19 spike; New allegations against former High Court judge Dyson Heydon; A confirmed buyer for Virgin Australia; and Liverpool break their 30 year title drought...
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Jun 25, 2020 • 11min
Friday, 26 June - Qantas announces big job losses; Australia and NZ will host the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup; Bayer's big Roundup payout; and a walk down fashion memory lane...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.“Party rocker in the house tonight...”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 Julian Assange... https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/squiz-shortcuts-julian-assange/...Competition: Invite your people to check out The Squiz using the Invite Friends button in your Squiz Today email and you could become your own barista with this schmick Sunbeam Barista Max coffee machine. The more people you refer, the more chances you have to win, AND one of the people you successfully refer will get one as well. Gotta be in it to win it, and the competition closes 11pm (AEST) this Sunday.Square (sponsored): https://www.square.com/go/thesquiz . See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
