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Thanks to low taxes in the Northern Territory, more than 40 betting companies call Darwin home. That makes the NT's gambling regulator the de factor national regulator but some say it's not up to the job. Also, could skate parks help reduce youth crime? Plus, Tony Armstrong has been investigating sport's racism problem and how to solve it. Listen now: 01:55 - NT politicians call for a gambling rev...

It took Tony Armstrong a year to decide he was ready to tackle this project.  End Game with Tony Armstrong is a deep dive into sport's racism problem and the people trying to solve it. In this extended interview Tony sits down with hack to talk about players copping racist abuse, everyday racism and what tech companies could do to "turn off the tap".  You can stream all three episodes of End Game...

Would you ever date an artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot? Because heaps of young Aussies say they're open to it. So should we be worried about what AI will do to our relationships? Also, could a remote community in the Northern Territory run out of food soon because the roads to get into town aren't up to scratch? Plus, a survey from the Electrical Trades Union found one in eight apprentices ha...

US President Donald Trump (and his pen) has finally welcomed Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to the White House to sign a deal that was months in the making. Here's what went down.  And, police in the UK have confirmed they are looking into reports about Prince Andrew allegedly trying to dig up dirt on his accuser Virginia Giuffre.  Plus: would you put your life on the line for content?  Listen no...

Taking care of your family feels like the natural thing to do. It can be super rewarding but it can also be really tough. There are about 400,000 young carers in Australia and new research has found they are having a really hard time. So what support do young carers need? Plus, will the ceasefire in Gaza hold as both sides accuse each other of violating the agreement, and is a lasting peace close?...

Support for One Nation has surged in regional Australia since the last election. So why are more people turning towards the conservative minor party and is it likely to impact the next election? In this deep dive episode, we unpack why Australian voters are turning away from the two major parties. Guests: Dr Jill Sheppard, senior lecturer in politics, ANU Get the whole story from Hack: Follow us o...

Senator David Pocock's been turfed from the parliamentary social sports club because he called out a gambling lobby group listed as a sponsor. It's sparked debate about how cosy politics has become with the gambling industry.  A new gay club in Sydney copped backlash for being very specific about who it's for. So how do queer spaces balance exclusivity with inclusion? Over in Ireland, a trial givi...

Ever had to cough up a whole new rental bond before you've even got your last one back? Victoria's trying to change that. Also, plans for a national Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art Gallery in Alice Springs have been scrapped — so how are First Nations artists responding? And, four-time Olympic gold medallist Ariarne Titmus has announced her retirement at just 25. We speak to a former Oly...

As the first phase of Trump's 20-point peace plan continues, how does it actually impact the people living in Gaza and Israel?  In this special interview episode, hack speaks to two people on the ground about what a ceasefire means to them.  In Gaza, we speak to Abeer Abou Mutlak an aid worker about the personal toll the war has had on her and how she plans to rebuild her life in Northern Gaza.  A...

Support for Pauline Hanson's One Nation party is surging. So why are more people backing them, and will it last? Also, fuel prices can vary a lot depending on where you live. Now the ACCC is facing pressure to investigate why rural people are paying so much more. Plus, Australians are making their mark in American football. We speak to the young Aussies trying to make it as punters in college foot...

Hamas has released the last living Israeli hostages, so happens next?  We speak to a young Israeli reservist who refused to keep serving in the IDF about his experience, and what he wants to happen now. And advocacy groups are concerned the upcoming social media ban will leave LGBTIQA+ teens living in the bush "cut off" from community. Plus, we hear how one man's fascination with scars is helping...

As the first steps of a peace plan between Israel and Hamas unfold with the release of hostages, how are Palestinians in Gaza feeling about the future?  And dinner vouchers, accommodation incentives and life saving patrols are part of South Australia's plan to boost tourism over summer in areas devastated by the algal bloom.  Plus, have we moved beyond ghosting? For some, a blunt breakup text is b...

If AI is writing your resume... and then AI is reviewing your job application... are there actually any humans involved in the job search anymore? In this deep dive episode: we explore how AI is utilised across the job market and how you can stand out from the slop.  Plus we hear from jobseekers about what the market is like right now.  Guests: Dr Natalie Sheard, lawyer and McKenzie postdoctoral f...

A Charli xcx 'diss track', an ode to Travis Kelce's manhood and polarising reviews – Taylor Swift's album The Life of a Showgirl has not stopped making headlines. And it's also sparked conversation around power, fandom and who gets to be criticised. Also, new research says Gen Z is drinking less alcohol than previous generations. Turns out cost-of-living and wellness are big factors. And is gossip...

Be honest: do you use AI to apply for jobs? Because it's creating an AI loop – job-seekers can apply for more jobs with AI, while AI lets recruiters sift through more applications.  How is this changing the hiring process and does AI even help? Also Israel and Hamas have agreed to phase 1 of the Gaza peace deal, meaning Israeli hostages will be released and IDF troops will withdraw from Gaza "to a...

Whether it's Dry July or Ocsober, taking a break from alcohol is getting more popular in Australia. But how do you know if it's time to stop drinking?  Julia Rangiheuea didn't know she needed a break from booze until it was forced on her in the Big Brother house.  She reckons she's spent more than $150k on alcohol throughout her life. Now, Julia's almost 3 years sober, but getting here wasn't easy...

Young Aussies are drinking less than any other generation according to a new study of more than 23,000 Australians. The Flinders University study analysed data collected across two decades and found Gen Z is drinking less than any other generation. So why are young people giving up booze? And what's it like to quit drinking in your 20s? Plus pro-Palestinian activists want to hold a rally at the Sy...

Two years on from the October 7 attacks, are we any closer to achieving peace in Israel and Gaza? And, hundreds of activists have been deported from Israel after their aid flotilla was intercepted. What do we know, so far, about the 7 Australians on board?  Plus an alleged shooting spree in Sydney and WA Police seize more than 130 guns as part of a raid targeting sovereign citizens: what's going o...

Movie censorship isn't new. But this week an Aussie filmmaker, Michael Shanks, revealed he is pulling his film, Together, which stars Dave Franco and Alison Brie, from China because of the use of AI to censor a queer marriage scene. Shanks says he received photos from an advanced screening of the film which shows a scene being altered, through the use of AI, to make a male character appear female....

Some of the world biggest comedians are copping heat for performing at the Riyadh Comedy Festival. It's not because their jokes fell flat, but because the event is in Saudi Arabia. Also the Prime Minister reckons the government's 5 per cent deposit scheme will make house prices go up. So, what does this mean for young Aussies wanting to buy their first home?  Plus, we're asking: how often do you r...

Israel has intercepted a Gaza-bound aid flotilla and detained the activists on board some of the vessels, including Greta Thunberg. The Global Sumud Flotilla says it was trying to deliver humanitarian supplies to the Palestinian people. Plus, Dave Marchese speaks to Bugs bassist, Jordan Brunoli about receiving his stage 4 colorectal cancer diagnosis. Jordan opens up about how cancer is "terrifying...

What do you do when your first reaction to a terminal cancer diagnosis is to sigh in relief because you can finally take some time off work?  That's the question Jordan Brunoli, bassist from beloved Brisbane band Bugs, was forced to ask himself after receiving his stage 4 colorectal cancer diagnosis.  In this interview, Dave Marchese speaks to Jordan at home about the moment his life changed, how...

Aussie filmmaker and director Michael Shanks speaks for the first time since a queer scene in his movie Together was censored during an advanced screening in China. He tells hack his movie won't air in China unless theatres play the original version. And from today, first home buyers will only need a five per cent deposit to buy a property. But could this scheme actually push up house prices?  Plu...

A young woman has won a case against the NSW Government after she was unlawfully strip searched at a music festival. Raya Meredith has been awarded $93,000 in damages, so what does this ruling mean for a broader class action against NSW Police? And US President Donald Trump has come up with a 20-point plan to end Israel's invasion of Gaza. So will it work?  Plus, have you or a friend ever consider...

A Gold Coast man has been denied entry to a venue because of his Māori cultural tattoo, messing up his mate's surprise birthday party and sparking a debate about discrimination. And want a say on choosing Australia's head of state? Don't hold your breath. Anthony Albanese went to the UK to meet the King and ruled out holding a vote on it while he's prime minister. Plus, should sheep shearing be in...