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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 13, 2020 • 10min
Tuesday, 14 July - More troops and more masks for Melbourne; The Christchurch shooter sacks his lawyers; Strong voter turnout in Hong Kong; and what a day for Australian political buffs...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.“If you're going to let me down, let me down easy”...Squiz Kids, our news podcast for 7-12 year olds. Age-appropriate news, delivered with positivity and humour. Check it out: https://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....Gough Whitlam's dismissal: The 11th podcast, from the ABC: https://www.abc.net.au/radio/programs/the-eleventh/...Commbank (sponsored): http://startsmart.com.au/ See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Jul 12, 2020 • 10min
Monday, 13 July - It's back to home-learning for parts of Covid-affected Melbourne; President Trump and Roger Stone; A study into ageing; and rebooting the Wonder Years...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news.“What would you do if I sang out of tune”...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 ....Commbank (sponsored): http://startsmart.com.au/ See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Jul 9, 2020 • 11min
Friday 10 July - Covid cases continue to rise in Victoria; The AFP seeks more power to question children; Rain on the horizon; And a screaming ban.
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news....“You know you make me wanna shout”.Squiz Shortcuts: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/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!) - www.thesquiz.com.au....Bupa (sponsored) https://www.bupa.com.au/ See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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.
