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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Jun 24, 2020 • 10min
Thursday, 25 June - Dealing with Melbourne's Covid-19 spike; The ABC announces job cuts; Facebook has a boycott on their hands; and vale to the Segway..
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.“Hey you're just too funky for me.”Your Shortcut To... Joe Biden: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/squiz-shortcuts-joe-biden/....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...Square (sponsored): https://www.square.com/go/thesquiz... See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Jun 23, 2020 • 10min
Wednesday, 24 June - High community transmission in Victoria; Design company Canva hits valuation milestone; Changes to Super Netball; and Hamilton's tv debut...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.“Oops I did it again”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 .Square (sponsored): https://www.square.com/go/thesquiz . See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Jun 22, 2020 • 10min
Tuesday, 23 June - The dangers of Covid-19 complacency; a High Court judge guilty of harrassment; Record high temperatures in the Arctic Circle; and celebrity feuds, Jimmy Kimmel edition...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.“Just gathering dust on my boots”Your Shortcut To... The Rohingya and the Uyghers: 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 ..Use the Invite A Friend button in your Squiz Today email to invite friends to The Squiz - each person that signs up from your unique referral link gives you an entry into the draw to win a Sunbeam Coffee Machine (valued at $700) for you AND for one of your successful referrals. More details in The Squiz Today.Square (sponsored): https://www.square.com/go/thesquiz. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Jun 21, 2020 • 10min
Monday, 22 June - Victoria's rise in Covid-19 cases; A stabbing attack in the UK; The high cost of online scams; And the Kurt Cobain touch...
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Jun 18, 2020 • 10min
Friday 19 June - The latest job stats; Former police officer charged in Rayshard Brooks shooting; Making a Covid-safe US open; and a new Princess Diana movie...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news..“I can never, never, never go home again”.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 Shortcuts, 10 minute podcast episodes that give background and context to big news events that could do with a bit of extra explaining - https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts ..Squiz Kids, our news podcast for 8-12 year olds. Age-appropriate news, delivered with positivity and humour. Check it out: https://www.squizkids.com.au/ ..Bupa (sponsored) https://www.bupa.com.au/ ..Origin Energy (sponsored): https://www.originenergy.com.au/ . See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Jun 17, 2020 • 10min
Thursday, 18 June - A Covid-19 outbreak in Beijing; Facebook's transparency measures ahead of the US election; An Australia-UK free trade agreement; And 30 Rock is coming back...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.“Set me free why don't you babe”Your Shortcut To... China's Belt and Road Initiative: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/squiz-shortcuts-chinas-belt-and-road-initiative/ .Wanna make Squizhead status? 'Course you do! https://www.thesquiz.com.au/squizheads/ ..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/ .Australian Mushrooms (sponsored): http://australianmushrooms.com.au/recipes/ . See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Jun 16, 2020 • 10min
Wednesday, 17 June - Rising tensions between North and South Korea; New federal laws regarding child sexual abuse; A breakthrough in Covid-19 treatment; and getting your Squizhead on...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.“When things go wrong we can knock it down.”Wanna make Squizhead status? 'Course you do... .Your Shortcut To... Royal Commissions .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.
Jun 15, 2020 • 10min
Tuesday, 16 June - The Adem Somyurek scandal; Press freedoms in the Philippines; Cricket Australia's CEO expected to depart; and tackling awkward subjects, kiwi-style...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.“Oooh, I'm blinded by the lights”.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/Commbank (sponsored): www.commbank.com.au/financialabuse . See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Jun 14, 2020 • 10min
Monday, 15 June - The death penalty for an Australian man in China; Fresh protests in the US; The collapse of furniture store Matt Blatt; and a little rain making a big difference...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.“Kick off your Sunday shoes”.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.
Jun 11, 2020 • 9min
Friday, 12 June - Australian leaders urge against protests; Scott Morrison says Australia won't be coerced by China; Hosting the Fifa Women's World Cup; and the $1000 haircut...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.“I whip my hair back and forth”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/ .Google Chromebooks (sponsored) https://www.google.com/chromebook/ . See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
