
Squiz Today
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.
Latest episodes

May 19, 2024 • 13min
An ultimatum for Netanyahu; Stuck in New Caledonia; Getting kids off social media and understanding emojis
Monday, 20th May: An ultimatum for Netanyahu; Stuck in New Caledonia; Getting kids off social media and understanding emojisThe Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news).#Sponsored: To find out more about Aware Super, visit aware.com.au#Sponsored: If you want to learn more about how BHP is building a better future is a responsibility visit bhp.com/criticalOther things we do:Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!Newshounds, by Squiz Kids - a free media literacy program designed to teach primary-school students how to recognise misinformation and disinformation when they come across it.Check out News Club - the place for conversations about the news hosted by Claire Kimball and Kate Watson, including a recent episode featuring an interview with James Chessell - who until very recently was the managing director of publishing at Nine, overseeing the SMH, The Age and Financial Review. They had a great chat about how to unpick the Federal Budget - because it can be complex, especially if you're not a numbers person...Sign up for the Saturday Squiz newsletter here - it's the news, weekend style.Sign up for The Squiz Shortcuts newsletter here - a weekly explainer on big news topics.Support The Squiz by sharing our newsletters and podcasts with your friends.

May 17, 2024 • 1min
Your Weekly Wrap preview...
Weekly Wrap can be found on our News Club channel. Find it on Apple and Spotify (or search for it in your fave podcast app)

May 16, 2024 • 12min
An assassination attempt in Europe; Australia gets the Asian Cup; Filling your freezer; And it's our podcast birthday...
Friday, 17 May: An assassination attempt in Europe; Australia gets the Asian Cup; Filling your freezer; And it's our podcast birthday... The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today's stories, plus a dose of quirky news).Friday Lites:You know what’s needed right now? Some good meals in the freezer to help out on those weeknights where cooking and ordering food seems too hard. Good Food has put together a great selection here - one we’re making this weekend is this Bill Granger chicken/risoni soup recipe.#Sponsored: Find out more about Uber Teen hereOther things we do:Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!Newshounds, by Squiz Kids - a free media literacy program designed to teach primary-school students how to recognise misinformation and disinformation when they come across it.Check out News Club - the place for conversations about the news hosted by Claire Kimball and Kate Watson, including a recent episode featuring an interview with James Chessell - who until very recently was the managing director of publishing at Nine, overseeing the SMH, The Age and Financial Review. They had a great chat about how to unpick the Federal Budget - because it can be complex, especially if you're not a numbers person...Sign up for the Saturday Squiz newsletter here - it's the news, weekend style.Sign up for The Squiz Shortcuts newsletter here - a weekly explainer on big news topics.Support The Squiz by sharing our newsletters and podcasts with your friends.

May 15, 2024 • 11min
Dutton gets his say on the Budget; Putin takes a trip; A rainy reason to celebrate; And a window across the world...
Thursday, 16 May: Dutton gets his say on the Budget; Putin takes a trip; A rainy reason to celebrate; And a window across the world...The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today's stories, plus a dose of quirky news).#Sponsored: Try Sunbeam fruit snacks for yourself at Coles or Woolies.Other things we do:Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!Newshounds, by Squiz Kids - a free media literacy program designed to teach primary-school students how to recognise misinformation and disinformation when they come across it.Check out News Club - the place for conversations about the news hosted by Claire Kimball and Kate Watson, including a recent episode featuring an interview with James Chessell - who until very recently was the managing director of publishing at Nine, overseeing the SMH, The Age and Financial Review. They had a great chat about how to unpick the Federal Budget - because it can be complex, especially if you're not a numbers person...Sign up for the Saturday Squiz newsletter here - it's the news, weekend style.Sign up for The Squiz Shortcuts newsletter here - a weekly explainer on big news topics.Support The Squiz by sharing our newsletters and podcasts with your friends.

May 15, 2024 • 15min
Your Shortcut to... University Campus Protests
In this Squiz Shortcut, we’ll look at why college students are protesting about the Gaza war at campuses across the United States. They’ve made headlines over the past month because some of the demonstrations have turned violent, sparking debates over free speech and even forcing the White House to weigh in. They’ve also spread to Aussie universities, where students have set up camps, and tensions are running high. So we'll look at what they’re trying to achieve and their likely impact - if any.Squiz recommends:Reading: This explainer from The Guardian discusses what’s been happening at university campuses in Australia.Listening: This episode of The Daily podcast from The New York Times gives a good account of the US protests, particularly on the night of the UCLA arrests, and what impact the activism could have on Joe Biden’s bid to retain the Presidency.Want the email version? Sign up for the Shortcuts newsletter here.

May 14, 2024 • 11min
It's a cost of living Budget; A major murder case twist; A whistleblower is jailed; And a four-legged face off...
Wednesday, 15 May: It's a cost of living Budget; A major murder case twist; A whistleblower is jailed; And a four-legged face-off... The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today's stories, plus a dose of quirky news).#Sponsored: To find out more about Aware Super, visit aware.com.auYou can listen to Claire's News Club interview with James Chessell about reporting on the Federal Budget here.Other things we do:Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!Newshounds, by Squiz Kids - a free media literacy program designed to teach primary-school students how to recognise misinformation and disinformation when they come across it.Check out News Club - the place for conversations about the news hosted by Claire Kimball and Kate Watson, including a recent episode featuring an interview with James Chessell - who until very recently was the managing director of publishing at Nine, overseeing the SMH, The Age and Financial Review. They had a great chat about how to unpick the Federal Budget - because it can be complex, especially if you're not a numbers person...Sign up for the Saturday Squiz newsletter here - it's the news, weekend style.Sign up for The Squiz Shortcuts newsletter here - a weekly explainer on big news topics.Support The Squiz by sharing our newsletters and podcasts with your friends.

May 13, 2024 • 10min
It's Budget day in Canberra; Elon Musk notches up a win; A very happy landing; And finding the best jeans...
Tuesday, 14 May: It's Budget day in Canberra; Elon Musk notches up a win; A very happy landing; And finding the best jeans...The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today's stories, plus a dose of quirky news).#Sponsored: To find out more about Aware Super, visit aware.com.au#Sponsored: If you want to learn more about how BHP is building a better future is a responsibility visit bhp.com/criticalYou can find The Guardian's piece answering all your questions about jeans here.Other things we do:Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!Newshounds, by Squiz Kids - a free media literacy program designed to teach primary-school students how to recognise misinformation and disinformation when they come across it.Check out News Club - the place for conversations about the news hosted by Claire Kimball and Kate Watson, including a recent episode featuring an interview with James Chessell - who until very recently was the managing director of publishing at Nine, overseeing the SMH, The Age and Financial Review. They had a great chat about how to unpick the Federal Budget - because it can be complex, especially if you're not a numbers person...Sign up for the Saturday Squiz newsletter here - it's the news, weekend style.Sign up for The Squiz Shortcuts newsletter here - a weekly explainer on big news topics.Support The Squiz by sharing our newsletters and podcasts with your friends.

May 12, 2024 • 10min
Brace yourselves for Budget week; Live sheep exports are banned; The ceasefire pressures are still on; And amazing auroras...
Monday, 13 May: Brace yourselves for Budget week; Live sheep exports are banned; The ceasefire pressures are still on; And amazing auroras...The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today's stories, plus a dose of quirky news).#Sponsored: To find out more about Aware Super visit aware.com.auCheck out News Club - the place for conversations about the news hosted by Claire Kimball and Kate Watson, including a recent episode featuring an interview with James Chessell - who until very recently was the managing director of publishing at Nine, overseeing the SMH, The Age and Financial Review. They had a great chat about how to unpick the Federal Budget - because it can be complex, especially if you're not a numbers person...Sign up for the Saturday Squiz newsletter here - it's the news, weekend style.Sign up for The Squiz Shortcuts newsletter here - a weekly explainer on big news topics.Support The Squiz by sharing our newsletters and podcasts with your friends.Other things we do:Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!Newshounds, by Squiz Kids - a free media literacy program designed to teach primary-school students how to recognise misinformation and disinformation when they come across it.

May 10, 2024 • 56sec
Your Weekly Wrap preview...
Weekly Wrap can be found on our News Club channel. Find it on Apple and Spotify (or search for it in your fave podcast app)

May 9, 2024 • 11min
A new plan for gas; Biden gives another warning to Israel; Another Aussie's Olympic dreams are over; And the gift mum really wants...
Friday, 10 May: A new plan for gas; Biden gives another warning to Israel; Another Aussie's Olympic dreams are over; And the gift mum really wants...The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today's stories, plus a dose of quirky news).Friday Lites: If the chilly weather has you craving something warming, this recipe for ginger meatballs in coconut broth is a winner. They’re flavourful, moreish and best of all - easy to make. They’re going to be on high rotation for us…Today marks Are You Safe at Home? Day - find out more, here.#Sponsored: If you want to learn more about how BHP is building a better future is a responsibility visit bhp.com/critical#Sponsored: To find out more about Aware Super visit aware.com.auCheck out News Club - the place for conversations about the news hosted by Claire Kimball and Kate Watson, including the latest episode which features an interview with with James Chessell - who until very recently was the managing director of publishing at Nine, overseeing the SMH, The Age and Financial Review. They had a great chat about how to unpick the Federal Budget - because it can be complex, especially if you're not a numbers person...Sign up for the Saturday Squiz newsletter here - it's the news, weekend style.Sign up for The Squiz Shortcuts newsletter here - a weekly explainer on big news topics - including the latest episode on Australia's nuclear energy debate.Support The Squiz by sharing our newsletters and podcasts with your friends.Other things we do:Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!Newshounds, by Squiz Kids - a free media literacy program designed to teach primary-school students how to recognise misinformation and disinformation when they come across it.