Background Briefing
ABC
Background Briefing tells true stories not everyone will want you to hear. We infuse investigative reporting with captivating drama, following the thread of an individual story only to find that it leads us to something bigger. It's the only podcast in Australia that does this week in, week out.
Hosted by Thomas Oriti.
We want to hear from you too. If you have a tip-off, please contact us at backgroundbriefing[at]abc.net.au
Hosted by Thomas Oriti.
We want to hear from you too. If you have a tip-off, please contact us at backgroundbriefing[at]abc.net.au
Episodes
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Dec 15, 2022 • 41min
Summer Season | Kidnapping the Gods | 02
Precious artefacts looted from Cambodia and Thailand made their way into prominent collections here in Australia, and around the world.In the second and final episode of his investigation, Mario Christodoulou investigates why it’s taking so long for these precious works to be returned to their rightful home.
Dec 8, 2022 • 44min
Summer Season | Kidnapping the Gods | 01
Many ancient Cambodian artifacts arrived in Australia during the 1960s and 1970s, when the south east Asian country was in turmoil.Mario Christodoulou investigates how some had come from looted historic sites or passed through the hands of suspected smugglers, and now feature in major galleries around the world.
Dec 1, 2022 • 40min
The little-known religious code ruling many major public hospitals
Did you know that some of Australia’s largest public hospitals are run according to a religious code of ethics?
Nov 24, 2022 • 40min
Has the age of AI already begun?
There’s new mind-bending technology that creates immersive media from scratch.
Nov 19, 2022 • 38min
Pain in Paradise 02 | Byron's Thin Blue Line
Five years ago, a confronting video of a violent police encounter shocked the Byron Bay community.
Nov 11, 2022 • 40min
Pain in Paradise 01 | What happened in Lateen Lane?
In one dark Byron Bay back alley, a series of baton strikes changes a teenager's life.
Nov 4, 2022 • 37min
Under the Eye of Iran
Protesters say they're being ordered to read false confessions and their activities are under surveillance.
Oct 27, 2022 • 37min
The tiny device that can cause huge pain
It's one of the most effective forms of contraception available.
Oct 20, 2022 • 38min
Is the AFLW ready for Tiwi magic?
AFL superstars like Cyril Rioli and Michael Long forged their talents there.
Oct 13, 2022 • 37min
A far-right troll's journey from an Ipswich bedroom to global infamy
Note: this episode was originally broadcast in July 2021 and it contains explicit language and confronting themes.
