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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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Nov 19, 2019 • 10min
Wednesday, 20 November - What is Robodebt? Australian man Timothy Weeks has been freed in a Taliban prisoner swap; Samoa's measles crisis; And South Australia braces for fires.
"Slip, slide and away"OUT NOW: Your Shortcut to... Islamic State, Hong Kong and more...Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/coming-soon-squiz-shortcuts/id1477008816Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1ANvW9TAd2mg2rrHw7pQDv?si=4Qj0opOyQymv8xsVXa6J1wThree Minute Squiz: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/extras/2019/november/three-minute-squiz-with-sammy-j/Love The Squiz? Why not become a Squizhead: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/squizheads/Sign up to The Squiz Today email: www.thesquiz.com.auThe Squiz is a weekday Australian news podcast. It’s your shortcut to being informed about international and Australian news. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Nov 18, 2019 • 10min
Tuesday, 19 November - Violence in Hong Kong; A report on Aussie deaths overseas; Streaming wars; And our former PM's weigh in.
"I was born this way"OUT NOW: Your Shortcut to... Islamic State, Hong KongApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/coming-soon-squiz-shortcuts/id1477008816Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1ANvW9TAd2mg2rrHw7pQDv?si=4Qj0opOyQymv8xsVXa6J1wLove The Squiz? Why not become a Squizhead: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/squizheads/Sign up to The Squiz Today email: www.thesquiz.com.auThe Squiz is a weekday Australian news podcast. It’s your shortcut to being informed about international and Australian news. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Nov 17, 2019 • 10min
Monday, 18 November - Chinese troops on the streets of Hong Kong; US authorities offer to help repatriate Australian's from Syria; Dance Monkey's big record; And an unrelatable Christmas gift guide.
"It's not over"OUT NOW: Your Shortcut to... Islamic StateApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/coming-soon-squiz-shortcuts/id1477008816Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1ANvW9TAd2mg2rrHw7pQDv?si=4Qj0opOyQymv8xsVXa6J1wLove The Squiz? Why not become a Squizhead: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/squizheads/Sign up to The Squiz Today email: www.thesquiz.com.auThe Squiz is a weekday Australian news podcast. It’s your shortcut to being informed about international and Australian news. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Nov 14, 2019 • 10min
Friday, 15 November - NT Police officer will plead not guilty to murder charge; Bushfire outlook; Trump's impeachment hearings go public; And we're hiring.
"Cream coloured ponies and crisp apple strudel"We're looking for a Partnerships Manager. Interested? Email us at hello@thesquiz.com.au for more deets.LISTEN NOW: Your Shortcut to... Impeachment, World Leaders (Erdogan, Bolsonaro and Modi)Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/coming-soon-squiz-shortcuts/id1477008816Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1ANvW9TAd2mg2rrHw7pQDv?si=4Qj0opOyQymv8xsVXa6J1wLove The Squiz? Why not become a Squizhead: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/squizheads/Sign up to The Squiz Today email: www.thesquiz.com.auThe Squiz is a weekday Australian news podcast. It’s your shortcut to being informed about international and Australian news. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Nov 13, 2019 • 10min
Thursday, 14 November - Stories of kindness out of disaster; An NT police officer is charged with murder; Privacy breach in #metoo documentary; And how to get rid of hiccups.
"Heroes never give in to the night"LISTEN NOW: Your Shortcut to... World Leaders (Erdogan, Bolsonaro and Modi)Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/coming-soon-squiz-shortcuts/id1477008816Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1ANvW9TAd2mg2rrHw7pQDv?si=4Qj0opOyQymv8xsVXa6J1wDONATE: The Red Cross and Salvation Army are accepting donations to help those affected by the fires. Donations can also be made via the checkout at Woolworths Supermarkets to benefit the Salvo appeal.Zoodle and mushroom salad (sponsored): https://australianmushrooms.com.au/recipe/zoodle-and-mushroom-salad/Love The Squiz? Why not become a Squizhead: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/squizheads/Sign up to The Squiz Today email: www.thesquiz.com.auContact us: hello@thesquiz.com.auThe Squiz is a weekday Australian news podcast. It’s your shortcut to being informed about international and Australian news. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Nov 12, 2019 • 10min
Wednesday, 13 November - The latest on bushfires; Pell's final appeal; Nine winds back profit expectations; And Russian meddling.
"I'm not ready to make nice"DONATE: The Red Cross and Salvation Army are accepting donations to help those affected by the fires. Donations can also be made via the checkout at Woolworths Supermarkets to benefit the Salvo appeal. LISTEN NOW: Your Shortcut to... Climate Change, Drought Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/coming-soon-squiz-shortcuts/id1477008816Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1ANvW9TAd2mg2rrHw7pQDv?si=4Qj0opOyQymv8xsVXa6J1wLove The Squiz? Why not become a Squizhead: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/squizheads/Sign up to The Squiz Today email: www.thesquiz.com.auContact us: hello@thesquiz.com.auThe Squiz is a weekday Australian news podcast. It’s your shortcut to being informed about international and Australian news. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Nov 11, 2019 • 10min
Tuesday, 12 November - State of emergency in NSW; Olympics and the ABC; 1MDB scandal: And where to find a powerpoint.
"Shock me like an electric eel"LISTEN NOW: Your Shortcut to... IMDB, Climate, Drought, Hong KongApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/coming-soon-squiz-shortcuts/id1477008816Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1ANvW9TAd2mg2rrHw7pQDv?si=4Qj0opOyQymv8xsVXa6J1wStartCon - calling all entrepreneurs (sponsored): https://startcon.typeform.com/to/kjZGPFLove The Squiz? Why not become a Squizhead: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/squizheads/Sign up to The Squiz Today email: www.thesquiz.com.auContact us: hello@thesquiz.com.auThe Squiz is a weekday Australian news podcast. It’s your shortcut to being informed about international and Australian news. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Nov 10, 2019 • 13min
Monday, 11 November - Bushfire crisis; Floods in England and a cyclone in India; Not spending and spending; And is 10.30pm too late for a concert to start?
"Throw your arms around me"LISTEN NOW: Your Shortcut to... Climate Change, Drought, Brexit, Ash BartyApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/coming-soon-squiz-shortcuts/id1477008816Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1ANvW9TAd2mg2rrHw7pQDv?si=4Qj0opOyQymv8xsVXa6J1wLove The Squiz? Why not become a Squizhead: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/squizheads/Sign up to The Squiz Today email: www.thesquiz.com.auContact us: hello@thesquiz.com.auThe Squiz is a weekday Australian news podcast. It’s your shortcut to being informed about international and Australian news. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Nov 7, 2019 • 13min
Friday, 8 November - Labor's election review; Details of the drought package; Q&A's new host; And nailing your cocktail order.
"Slam slam, oh hot damn"LISTEN NOW: Your Shortcut to...Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/coming-soon-squiz-shortcuts/id1477008816Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1ANvW9TAd2mg2rrHw7pQDv?si=4Qj0opOyQymv8xsVXa6J1wLove The Squiz? Why not become a Squizhead: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/squizheads/Sign up to The Squiz Today email: www.thesquiz.com.auContact us: hello@thesquiz.com.auThe Squiz is a weekday Australian news podcast. It’s your shortcut to being informed about international and Australian news. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Nov 6, 2019 • 9min
Thursday, 7 November - Medibank Private's share price plunge; More drought funding; The Matilda's pay deal; And don't be late for dinner.
"You better be home soon"OUT NOW: Your Shortcut to... Brexit (Part 2) Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/coming-soon-squiz-shortcuts/id1477008816Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1ANvW9TAd2mg2rrHw7pQDv?si=4Qj0opOyQymv8xsVXa6J1wLove The Squiz? Why not become a Squizhead: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/squizheads/Sign up to The Squiz Today email: www.thesquiz.com.auContact us: hello@thesquiz.com.auThe Squiz is a weekday Australian news podcast. It’s your shortcut to being informed about international and Australian news. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
