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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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Sep 17, 2023 • 9min
Monday, 18 September: Russell Brand denies rape allegations; Derna's death toll jumps; Farewell to Ron Barassi; and Hugh Jackman divorces
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.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!
Sep 15, 2023 • 24min
Saturday Squiz, 16 September: Putin’s friend Kim Jong Un, floods in Libya, and an Aussie housing wrap
Saturday Squiz is your shortcut to being informed, weekend style. Looking for more? Check out our Saturday Squiz newsletter. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekend.LINKSThe most clicked link this week: CSIRO's online diet/wellbeing toolThe Guardian's article on why the flooding in Libya is so badBuy Claire's candle recommendation hereListen to Vox's Recode Media episode on Taylor SwiftFind our Voice resource centre here, and the DPA's research on independent publishers hereHOSTS: Claire Kimball and Kate WatsonPRODUCER: Annelise Taylor
Sep 14, 2023 • 11min
Friday, 15 September: A new housing plan gets the green light; The flood death toll rises in Libya; Cheers to a new sign-off; And rethinking your coffee hit
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.You can find Nigella's recipe for sweetcorn chowder here.#Sponsored: The 2023 Commonwealth Bank Teaching Awards have recognised and rewarded 22 outstanding teachers and school leaders, you can check out the winners here.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!
Sep 13, 2023 • 10min
Thursday, 14 September: Another hit for Qantas; Mudslinging in the referendum debate; Serena's claim on another title; And a Swift victory at the VMAs
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.You can check out our Ask the Squiz series here.See the VMAs red carpet here.#Sponsored: The 2023 Commonwealth Bank Teaching Awards have recognised and rewarded 22 outstanding teachers and school leaders, you can check out the winners here.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!
Sep 13, 2023 • 11min
ASK THE SQUIZ: Answering your questions about the Voice
In this episode we cover the issue of legal challenges, existing Indigenous bodies, and get into the nuts and bolts of voting again.Want opinion-free, agenda-free information on the Voice and the Referendum? We've got you covered with our resource centre here. If you found it useful, please share it with your people.Got a question for us? Ask it here or send us an email at hello@thesquiz.com.au.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!
Sep 12, 2023 • 10min
Wednesday, 13 September: Google goes to court; Catastrophic floods hit Libya; We're not eating our vegetables; and Australia's least trusted jobs
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.The CSIRO's 'Health Diet Score' tool is here.#Sponsored: The 2023 Commonwealth Bank Teaching Awards have recognised and rewarded 22 outstanding teachers and school leaders, you can check out the winners here.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!
Sep 11, 2023 • 10min
Tuesday, 12 September: The UK spots a Chinese spy; Moroccans wait for help; Ukraine's counteroffensive is running out of time; and Djokovic wins his 24th
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.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!
Sep 10, 2023 • 11min
Monday, 11 September: A deadly earthquake in Morocco; the G20 comes together; the Yes campaign's sliding support; and writing the perfect vows...
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.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!#Sponsored: The 2023 Commonwealth Bank Teaching Awards have recognised and rewarded 22 outstanding teachers and school leaders. You can check out the winners here.
Sep 8, 2023 • 20min
Saturday Squiz, 9 September: Qantas faces turbulence, Burning Man drowns, and we're cleaning carpets
Saturday Squiz is your shortcut to being informed, weekend style. Looking for more? Check out our Saturday Squiz newsletter. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekend.LINKS#Sponsored: Sign up to Cashrewards using the code “SQUIZ” and spend $20* within 7 days to receive a $20* welcome bonus. *T&C and exclusions applyJoe Aston's Twitter accountCheck out Demon Copperhead by Barbara KingsolverClaire's carpet cleaner recommendationListen to Zoe Foster-Blake's Spotify playlistFind Ask The Squiz here, and send us any questions at hello@thesquiz.com.auHOSTS: Claire Kimball and Larissa MoorePRODUCER: Annelise Taylor
Sep 7, 2023 • 11min
Friday, 8 September: A King-sized mess over Qatar; Albanese's bound for Beijing; Hoping for a Wallabies miracle; And prawn tacos for spring
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.Find the recipe for prawn and avocado tacos here.Find our Shortcut on the G20 summit here.#Sponsored: Sign up to Cashrewards using the code “SQUIZ” and spend $20* within 7 days to receive a $20* welcome bonus.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!
