
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

Mar 14, 2024 • 11min
Russia gears up for an election; Israel targets Hamas leaders; The US issues a TikTok ultimatum; And exposing a British scandal...
Support The Squiz by sharing our newsletters and podcasts with your friends.Friday, 15 March - Russia gears up for an election; Israel targets Hamas leaders; The US issues a TikTok ultimatum; And exposing a British scandal...The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning.We mean it – there's a $1000 Flight Centre voucher up for grabs via the newsletter.You can find The Great Post Office Trial podcast here.Sponsored: Hubbl, it's TV and Streaming made easy. Check it out here.Sponsored: 🌏 Get Exclusive NordVPN deal here → https://nordvpn.com/squiztodayIt’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee!Other things we do:Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topicsSquiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Mar 13, 2024 • 10min
AUKUS enters choppy waters; Chaos continues in Haiti; Consultancy firm PwC has a reshuffle; And our hearts will go on...
Support The Squiz by sharing our newsletters and podcasts with your friends.Thursday, 14 March - AUKUS enters choppy waters; Chaos continues in Haiti; Consultancy firm PwC has a reshuffle; And our hearts will go on...The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning.We mean it – there's a $1000 Flight Centre voucher up for grabs via the newsletter.You can find a list of mental health support services to contact if you're in need here.Sponsored: Hubbl, it's TV and Streaming made easy. Check it out here.Sponsored: 🌏 Get Exclusive NordVPN deal here → https://nordvpn.com/squiztodayIt’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee!Other things we do:Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topicsSquiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Mar 13, 2024 • 14min
Your Shortcut to... Russia's Election
Support The Squiz by sharing our newsletters and podcasts with your friends.This weekend, tens of millions of Russians will be casting votes in a presidential election that is widely expected to re-elect Vladimir Putin in a landslide. But the stakes are still high for Putin, who is aiming for a record endorsement of his invasion of Ukraine, even as a protest is planned for election day.Squiz recommends:Listening: If you're keen to learn more about Alexei Navalny, check out this Squiz Shortcut on his life.Reading: The Associated Press has a page on other elections to look out for in 2024.Reading: For a visual look at Russia's election in occupied Ukraine, The Moscow Times has a picture gallery.

Mar 12, 2024 • 10min
NAPLAN testing kicks off; Aged care reforms are in the spotlight; The Boeing saga continues; And a case for decaf...
Support The Squiz by sharing our newsletters and podcasts with your friends.Wednesday, 13 March - NAPLAN testing kicks off; Aged care reforms are in the spotlight; The Boeing saga continues; And a case for decaf...The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning.We mean it – there's a $1000 Flight Centre voucher up for grabs via the newsletter.You can find a list of mental health support services to contact if you're in need here.Sponsored: Hubbl, it's TV and Streaming made easy. Check it out here.Sponsored: 🌏 Get Exclusive NordVPN deal here → https://nordvpn.com/squiztodayIt’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee!Other things we do:Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topicsSquiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Mar 11, 2024 • 12min
A Royal drama unfolds; Tensions between the US and Israel grow; Getting rid of nuisance tariffs; And Ken has his moment at the Oscars...
Support The Squiz by sharing our newsletters and podcasts with your friends.Tuesday, 12 March - A Royal drama unfolds; Tensions between the US and Israel grow; Getting rid of nuisance tariffs; And Ken has his moment at the Oscars...The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning.We mean it – there's a $1000 Flight Centre voucher up for grabs via the newsletter.Sponsored: Hubbl, its TV and Streaming made easy. Check it out here.Sponsored: 🌏 Get Exclusive NordVPN deal here → https://nordvpn.com/squiztodayIt’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee!Other things we do:Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topicsSquiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Mar 10, 2024 • 10min
A new plan for Palestinian aid; A political nuclear stoush; A Mother's Day fit for a princess; And the Oscars are upon us...
Support The Squiz by sharing our newsletters and podcasts with your friends.Monday, 11 March - A new plan for Palestinian aid; A political nuclear stoush; A Mother's Day fit for a princess; And the Oscars are upon us...The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning.We mean it – there's a $1000 Flight Centre voucher up for grabs via the newsletter.Sponsored: 🌏 Get Exclusive NordVPN deal here → https://nordvpn.com/squiztodayIt’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee!Other things we do:Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topicsSquiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Mar 7, 2024 • 11min
Murder charge over Murphy's disappearance; 10 years after MH370; pooches on planes; and a present for our 7th...
Friday, 8 March - Murder charge over Murphy's disappearance; 10 years after MH370; pooches on planes; and a present for The Squiz's 7th birthday...The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning.We mean it – there's a $1000 Flight Centre voucher up for grabs via the newsletter.Here's the baked Camembert recipe.Sponsored: 🌏 Get Exclusive NordVPN deal here → https://nordvpn.com/squiztodayIt’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee!Other things we do:Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topicsSquiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Mar 6, 2024 • 10min
The Aussie economy grows slightly; Super Tuesday results are in; AFL fans get their moment; And the Willy Wonka horror continues...
Thursday, 7 March - The Aussie economy grows slightly; Super Tuesday results are in; AFL fans get their moment; And the Willy Wonka horror continues...The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning.Sponsored: 🌏 Get Exclusive NordVPN deal here → https://nordvpn.com/squiztodayIt’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee!Other things we do:Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topicsSquiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Mar 6, 2024 • 13min
Your Shortcut to... Flight MH370
Friday 8 March will mark the 10th anniversary of the disappearance of Malaysian Airlines flight 370 – a mystery that captured the world’s attention at the time, and still hasn’t been resolved.A decade on, we look back at everything we know about how MH370 went missing… and we look ahead to what might be next in the search for the plane.Squiz recommendsReading: For the 10th anniversary of the disappearance, The Guardian has a guide to the search for flight MH370, including a few maps.Watching: A 3-part British documentary about the families of the victims, called MH370: The Lost Flight – it’s free on SBS on Demand.

Mar 5, 2024 • 10min
Secrecy surrounds Sam Kerr's charges; Another dire warning in Gaza; Paying a price for our health; And a licence to thrill...
Wednesday, 6 March - Secrecy surrounds Sam Kerr's charges; Another dire warning in Gaza; Paying a price for our health; And a licence to thrill...The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekday morning.If you want to see how your health provider lines up ahead of next month's price increase, there’s a table outlining each insurer’s changes here.Sponsored: 🌏 Get Exclusive NordVPN deal here → https://nordvpn.com/squiztodayIt’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee!Other things we do:Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topicsSquiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!