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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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Mar 6, 2023 • 11min
Tuesday, 7 March: The RBA considers another rate rise; A symbolic battle in Ukraine; AI health tech proves useful; And a young entrepreneur impresses
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!
Mar 5, 2023 • 11min
Monday, 6 March: A plan to save the high seas; Xi's flexes his power over China; Schoolgirls poisoned in Iran; And rehoming some infamous hippos
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!
Mar 3, 2023 • 17min
Saturday Squiz, 4 March 2023: ChatGPT's crochet fail, the Super shake-up, and relationship rumours
This week Amanda joins Claire to chat about ChatGPT's recent crochet narwhal fail, the Government's superannuation announcement, and the rumours surrounding Jim Chalmers and Anthony Albanese's relationship. Plus, a recommendation for curried carrots and Netflix's Chris Rock special.LINKSCheck out Squiz Kids hereChatGPT's crochet narwhal failSMH'S article on the divide between Anthony Albanese and Jim ChalmersThis recipe for curried carrots from Alice ZaslavskyNYT's article about the latest TikTok dating trendYou can stream Netflix's Chris Rock special on Sunday
Mar 2, 2023 • 12min
Friday, 3 March: Companies on notice for greenwashing; talking sanctions on China; more fallout from Greece train disaster; and a royal rental ruling
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.Pineapple and burnt caramel tarte tatinOther 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 1, 2023 • 11min
Thursday, 2 March: A high profile extradition; economic growth slows; trotting for 10; and keeping track of time
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 Squiz Shortcut on Recycling 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!
Feb 28, 2023 • 11min
Wednesday, 1 March: Superannuation tax changes are revealed; Canada clamps down on TikTok; The northern lights are shining; And a surplus of snakes
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 see photos of aurora borealis in the UK here and aurora australis in WA 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!
Feb 27, 2023 • 11min
Tuesday, 28 February: Cybersecurity in the spotlight; A deadly boat crash in Italy; A year on from the Lismore floods; And awards season 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.You can see photos from the SAG Awards red carpet 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!
Feb 26, 2023 • 11min
Monday, 27 February: Zelensky's open to talks with China; An Aussie professor's released in PNG; Cricket magic in South Africa; And a mystical sighting in Mexico
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!
Feb 24, 2023 • 17min
Saturday Squiz, 25 February 2023: A love tap, the deepening global divide, and a Korean reality show
This week Kate and Claire chat about the most clicked link The Squiz has ever had, a year on from the Russian invasion of Ukraine, and what you need to know for the week ahead in the sport. Plus, a serious long read and rediscovering BBQ'ing.LINKS:Check out the royal love tap.Find The Washington Post's article 'A global divide on the Ukraine war is deepening' here.Kate recommended John Lyon's long read ‘What would war with China look like for Australia?’. You can find part 1 here and part 2 here. You can stream Physical:100 on Netflix.We're cooking this grilled nectarine and burrata salad. Credits:Hosts: Kate Watson and Claire KimballProducer: Annelise Taylor
Feb 23, 2023 • 11min
Friday, 24 February: A year of war in Ukraine; Qantas profits soar; The gender pay gap narrows; And the Beatles and Stones come together
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 herb-infused lemon and strawberry loaf here.You can listen to the World Pride Squiz Shortcut here.Squiz Kids needs your help to make our survey as meaningful as possible - you can find it 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!
