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Gambling companies have strongly refuted yesterday's explosive allegations that gamblers were given inducements of sex workers and illegal drugs. We dig into what happened on the final day of the Senate inquiry into gambling reforms.  Plus, can you trust what's written on the labels of the food you buy? A massive investigation has uncovered how Aussie consumers are being duped.  And, Ariana Grande...

Today, former NRL player and BookTok star Luke Bateman gave explosive evidence at the Senate inquiry into the federal government's legislation to restrict gambling ads in Canberra. He chats with Dave about the role of inducements in his addiction. Plus, the government's fuel excise tax is back, and prices are already on the rise.  And, Australia cleaned up at the Commonwealth Games, but are they s...

For the first time Australia's got official data on pregnancy loss and it's more common than you might think. The figures reveal one in three women who gave birth in 2022 had experienced a miscarriage or stillbirth. So what's it like navigating this kind of grief? In this deep dive you'll hear from young women who've been through pregnancy loss, as well as an expert who has advice if you or someon...

A Hobart councillor has landed herself in hot water admitting to taking snacks from work over several years. So is it ok to take stuff from your work? Plus, political gifts are back in the spotlight after One Nation leader Pauline Hanson admitted Gina Rinehart paid for parts of her European holiday. The Prime Minister is also facing criticism after attending a private dinner hosted by a billionair...

Media commentator Hannah Ferguson has announced she's going after the Prime Minister's seat at the next election. But does she actually stand a chance? And how would you feel seeing a content creator on the ballot?  Plus, author Hannah McElhinney sits down with Dave to talk about how her cousin was sucked into an internet "wormhole" of alternative medicine before she died seeking treatment oversea...

When Hannah learnt her cousin Lauren died overseas, she was shocked. Lauren didn't tell anyone in her family she was going on a trip, they only learnt she was in trouble via a message from a stranger. Lauren had gone to Malaysia for an alternative therapy, and something had gone wrong. Hannah spent years investigating Lauren's death, falling into the same social media spiral that had led her cousi...

New data has confirmed that miscarriages are common for women in Australia - so why do young people who experience miscarriages often feel their loss is dismissed or minimised? Plus, hundreds of thousands of people have been forced to leave their homes as wildfires continue burning across Europe.  And, we bring you the latest on the Aussies bringing home gold at the Commonwealth Games.  Listen now...

A run club in Bali has gone viral after allegations of discrimination against locals. The two Dutch nationals who organised the club have now been banned from Indonesia - we unpack what went down.  Plus, Victoria has a new premier after the former Labor leader resigned. So, who has taken the top job?  And, can smoking weed every day increase the risk of psychosis? New research reckons there may be...

How would you feel if you could be recognised by a camera when you're going about your business? Turns out police in Western Australia have been trialling this new technology for the past month in a nation-first. And, a youth-led movement dubbed the Cockroach Party has pushed India's education minister to resign after nation-wide protests. We unpack what happened.  Plus, there's a growing market f...

Across the country, illicit tobacco is cheap and accessible - which is down to a booming black market.  But even though most of the nicotine consumed in Australia is illicit, smoking rates have reached a historic low. In this week's Deep Dive, we unpack how illicit tobacco is impacting smoking habits.  Guests: Becky Freeman, Professor of Public Health, University of Sydney Get the whole story from...

One Nation MP Barnaby Joyce went viral after yelling at his dog during a TV interview. But some people are asking if it was the perfect way to dodge a tricky question? And others ask if dogs should be yelled at.  Plus, fake shopping apps are popping up, giving people the thrill of buying stuff without spending a cent. Is it a harmless dopamine hit, or proof we're letting apps rule our lives?  And,...

More students will soon be able to access payments to support them while on mandatory practical placements. So, who's getting the cash and which courses missed out? Plus, 'Bee Drover' Sophia Croker sits down with Angel to talk about the hidden struggles that are pushing Aussie beekeepers to the brink.  Listen now: 01:08 - Paid prac 15:24 - Droving bees Guests: Seniru Mudannayake, Medical Student a...

At a time when beekeepers are quitting the industry, 23-year-old Sophia Croker is doubling down. The 'Bee Drover', as she's known on social media, wants more people to know about the hidden struggles behind the honey in your kitchen. Sophia's life changed course dramatically five years ago, when she suddenly took up an offer to buy 120 hives. The fourth-generation commercial beekeeper now spends h...

Actor and director Rebel Wilson has been cleared of defamation. Here's what went down in court.  And we bring you an update from the Middle East as the US reveals the cost of its war with Iran is $53 billion.  Plus, is it getting harder to run a small business?  We also answer your questions about the AusAlert test, which will play a 10-second siren and vibrate on all compatible phones Monday, Jul...

Lao officials say they do not have enough evidence to lay charges over the suspected methanol poisoning deaths of Holly Morton-Bowles and Bianca Jones. We speak to Bianca's father about their family's fight for justice. And who is Andy Burnham? We unpack what you need to know about Britain's new Prime Minister. Plus, we find out why Australia’s only approved home test for chlamydia and gonorrhoea...

Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan have been arrested in Miami after UK prosecutors said they had brought further rape and sex trafficking charges against them. And is smoking cigarettes back? We unpack the stats on nicotine consumption and whether a normalisation of illicit tobacco has hooked a whole new generation. Plus, the World Cup is over. What now?  Listen now:  01:05 - Why the Tate brothe...

Sydney's newest performing arts venue had only been open for about a week when it was forced to close after a storm of controversy. The Divine Playhouse was set up in a deconsecrated church and has been the focus of intense debate after some Christians accused the events company of "mocking their faith". This week on hack, you'll hear both sides of the debate — from the queer community say they ha...

The Prime Minister won't be attending the NT's Garma Festival because he hasn't "had a day off all year". Meanwhile, One Nation leader Pauline Hanson has been spotted with mining magnate Gina Rinehart holidaying in Sicily at the resort where The White Lotus was filmed. So, what do you think about pollies taking time off? Also, the government this week announced so-called "Australian standards for...

A new inclusive arts venue in a deconsecrated church was ordered to cease operation by the landlord under "offensive trade", following protests from religious groups. So, is it a celebration of inclusivity or has it crossed the line? We speak to a performer impacted by the closures, and a protester. Plus, sober advocate Clay Scott sits down with Dave to talk about how his drug use led to a full-bl...

The first time Clay Scott tried drugs he was just 12 years old, getting high during his lunch break at school. Within a few years, he had spiralled into a devastating addiction.  Clay ended up being arrested, going to jail and destroying relationships with his friends and family. In his darkest moments, he says he even attempted to take his own life.  Now, he's almost 500 days sober and has comple...

The PM wants to manage AI "the Australian way" and has established an Office of AI that will cover everything from music to data centres.  Today, we hear from musicians who discovered their music was skimmed to help train AI models, and Dave asks Minister of Industry and Innovation Tim Ayres whether the government's protections ago far enough. Listen now: 01:17 - The Aussie artists who's music is...

Could we see the cost of some uni degrees change? Because there are calls for the government to dump a scheme that's more than doubled the cost of some degrees. And the calls are coming from within the house. Also, women's safety is back in the national spotlight after four women and girls were killed last week in separate incidents. We speak to Australia's first Domestic, Family and Sexual Violen...

Have you ever tried breathwork? It's a wellness trend that's been gaining traction, with claims it can reduce stress and improve sleep. But does it actually work? Plus, we hear about the fourth block of the Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion where Jewish university students and staff have given evidence of their lived experience on Australian university campuses. And, the World C...

Big tech companies are pouring billions of dollars into the Australian economy as part of what's been described as a "once in a multi-generational investment boom" to fund AI data centres. So what does this all mean for the communities housing these buildings? In this week's Deep Dive, hack speaks to residents living near a data centre, and takes a look at the logistics of data centre expansion ac...

Millions of Aussies got caught up in Telstra's outage this week, affecting emergency calls, payments and transport. So, how prepared are we for major comms disruptions, and would you keep an emergency stash of cash lying around? Also, Playstation is saying bye to physical game discs from 2028, with Grand Theft Auto VI only released digitally for now. Gamers worldwide are lamenting the loss of phys...