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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 26, 2023 • 11min
Thursday, 27 July: Inflation falls further; Albanese skips across the ditch; Another strike for the Matildas; And Biden's doggone problem
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!
Jul 25, 2023 • 11min
Wednesday, 26 July: Fight and flight over a pilot's extradition; Welcome to Targ-Mart; 8 simple tricks for a healthy life; and a big week for John Farnham
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!
Jul 24, 2023 • 9min
Tuesday, 25 July: Money moves from the Treasurer; Spain votes, but doesn't decide; Israel begins their judicial overhaul; and fajitas for the Matildas
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!
Jul 23, 2023 • 9min
Monday, 24 July: Decision time in Israel; Russia arrests one of its own; Rinehart's legal battle begins; and Barbie's very big weekend.
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!
Jul 21, 2023 • 23min
Saturday Squiz, 22 July: The Comm Games fiasco, heatwaves, and Defence exercises
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.LINKSCheck out ABC 7:30's interview with Comm Games vice-president Kereyn SmithWatch Stanley Tucci's Searching for Italy on SBS on Demand.We'd love it if you had 5 mins for the DPA surveyHOSTS: Claire Kimball and Kate WatsonPRODUCER: Annelise Taylor
Jul 20, 2023 • 11min
Friday, 21 July: The Matildas make a splash; Netflix scores some new subs; Phubbing your way to a break-up; And some cheesy meatballs
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 listen to the Robodebt Royal Commission Squiz Shortcut here.Find the recipe for the beef, ricotta and rosemary meatball bake 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!
Jul 19, 2023 • 10min
Thursday, 20 July: Kick-off for the Women's World cup; Trump could face new charges; a US soldier bolts into North Korea; and Barbieheimer is finally here
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!
Jul 18, 2023 • 11min
Wednesday 19 July: Bye bye to the Commonwealth Games; Russia halts the grain supply; Emoji could be legally binding; and Taylor Swift reaches new heights
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!
Jul 17, 2023 • 11min
Tuesday, 18 July: Iran's fresh crackdown on women; South Korea's floods turn fatal; A big day for the Voice to Parliament; And flying in style
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 listen to the Mahsa Amini Squiz Shortcut 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!
Jul 16, 2023 • 11min
Monday, 17 July: China and US talks heat up; A win for the Libs in Fadden; Australia wins the women's Ashes; and a fancy document set to go on display...
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!
