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A daily news podcast presented by Andrew Williams, Alice Dempster, Anna Pykett and Larissa Huntington, 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 some 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 - ch...

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Monday, 9 October: Israel is at war with Hamas; the Voice referendum enters the final stretch; NSW kids, hand in your phones; and Simone Biles makes history 08.10.2023 11:07

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. #Sponsored It’s happening now at BHP Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nastie...

Saturday Squiz, 7 October: The trouble with weather, a US-themed news catch-up, and it's all about the Voice 06.10.2023 24:52

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. LINKS Find out more about our Squiz Kids Live show Check out our Ask the Squiz podcast and Voice Resource centre here. Have a Voice-related question? Send it through. Watch the new David Beckham doco on Netflix Buy Claire's wh...

Friday, 6 October: Counting down to the Voice vote; Victoria's in for a wet weekend; Australia's World Cup snub; And getting fancy with salad 05.10.2023 11:39

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 find the recipe for maple roasted pumpkin with chilli and feta here. #Sponsored It’s happening now at BHP Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Ki...

Thursday, 5 October: A crackdown on visa fraud; Fire and floods in eastern Oz; Our new sport hall of famers; And a critter crisis at Paris Fashion Week 04.10.2023 10:32

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 find out more about Squiz Kids Live here. #Sponsored It’s happening now at BHP Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for cur...

ASK THE SQUIZ: Answering your questions about the Voice 04.10.2023 11:52

Want opinion-free, agenda-free information on the Voice and the Referendum? We've got you covered with our resource centre here. If you found it useful, please share it with your people. Got a question for us? Ask it here or send us an email at hello@thesquiz.com.au. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-approp...

Wednesday, 4 October: Trump's big fraud trial; Tasmania's government hangs by a thread; the UN goes to Haiti; and bring on Fat Bear week 03.10.2023 10:07

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. Fat Bear week fans can get their fix here. #Sponsored It’s happening now at BHP Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious ki...

Tuesday, 3 October: Home prices head to the roof; All weather points to bushfires; The Crytpo kid heads to court; and pass the cheese, please 02.10.2023 9:22

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. Be honest, had you heard of Travis Kelce before Taylor Swift put him on the map? #Sponsored It’s happening now at BHP Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squi...

Saturday Squiz, 30 September: Dan Andrews is gone, Footy finals are here, and some very big relationship news... 29.09.2023 28:55

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. LINKS Find out more about our Squiz Kids Live show The most clicked link this week was The Brownlow's red carpet gallery. And you can check out the fashion at NRL's Dally M red carpet here. Explore everything Fat Bear Week Wat...

Friday, 29 September: The Army marches north; Ranking Australia's movers and shakers; Meta recruits some celebrities; And a weekend brekky recipe 28.09.2023 11:29

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 blueberry pancakes here. #Sponsored: Sign up to Cashrewards using the code “SQUIZ” and spend $20* within 7 days to receive a $20* welcome bonus. *T&C and exclusions apply Other t...

Thursday, 28 September: A big report is handed in; Victoria has a new premier; The top ways to die; And rubgy league's best... 27.09.2023 10:36

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 the Dally M red carpet gallery here. #Sponsored: Sign up to Cashrewards using the code “SQUIZ” and spend $20* within 7 days to receive a $20* welcome bonus. *T&C and exclusions apply Oth...

ASK THE SQUIZ: Answering your questions about the Voice 27.09.2023 10:36

In this episode we cover questions about the wording of the proposal, how other nations do this kind of thing, and the difference between a referendum and a plebiscite. Want opinion-free, agenda-free information on the Voice and the Referendum? We've got you covered with our resource centre here. If you found it useful, please share it with your people. Got a question for us? Ask it here or send u...

Wednesday, 27 September: A big job vacancy in Victoria; Mundine makes the 'No' case; Fears of ethnic cleansing in Azerbaijan; and the snake-pocalypse is coming... 26.09.2023 11:15

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. #Sponsored: Sign up to Cashrewards using the code “SQUIZ” and spend $20* within 7 days to receive a $20* welcome bonus. *T&C and exclusions apply Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly expla...

Tuesday, 26 September: A public servant is in very hot water; The Treasurer rethinks full employment; America's writers strike a deal; and Australia's Wallabies strike out 25.09.2023 10:08

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. #Sponsored: Sign up to Cashrewards using the code “SQUIZ” and spend $20* within 7 days to receive a $20* welcome bonus. *T&C and exclusions apply Find our Shortcut on the Murdoch empire here. You ca...

Monday, 25 September: Russia takes a fighting stance; the Solomon Islands snubs the US; we've got a footy finals line-up; and a record stint in space 24.09.2023 10:48

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. #Sponsored: Sign up to Cashrewards using the code “SQUIZ” and spend $20* within 7 days to receive a $20* welcome bonus. *T&C and exclusions apply Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly expla...

Saturday Squiz, 23 September: The trouble with Russell Brand, a diplomatic blockbuster between Canada and India, and Murdoch steps down 22.09.2023 22:47

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. LINKS The most clicked link this week was Claire's $25 jogger jeans Read part 1 of Australian Story's Silverchair coverage Listen to The Daily's podcast episode on Canada confronting India We're hiring a new partnerships manag...

Friday, 22 September: Examining the COVID inquiry; Rupert Murdoch steps down; A weekend of footy; And it's Kylie's time to shine 21.09.2023 11:11

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 Adam Liaw's mashed potato with brie here and a Jennifer Aniston-inspired salad here. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a ne...

Thursday, 21 September: A tax on short-term stays; Albanese launches a COVID inquiry; The UN General Assembly kicks off; And Aussies put down the books 20.09.2023 10:12

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 topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

ASK THE SQUIZ: Answering your questions about the Voice 20.09.2023 9:59

In this episode we cover the issue of campaign funding, who will represent the Voice, and how to postal vote if you can't get to the voting booth on 14 October. Want opinion-free, agenda-free information on the Voice and the Referendum? We've got you covered with our resource centre here. If you found it useful, please share it with your people. Got a question for us? Ask it here or send us an ema...

Wednesday, 20 September: Buckle up for El Niño time; Canada points the finger at India; Petrol prices climb; and Hollywood stars want to walk your dog 19.09.2023 10:09

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. Here's the Hollywood charity auction. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasti...

Tuesday 19 September: Scorching weather incoming; Friction over nuclear fission; Teachers are concerned for kids' wellbeing; and a snake surfer cops a fine 18.09.2023 9:36

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 topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Monday, 18 September: Russell Brand denies rape allegations; Derna's death toll jumps; Farewell to Ron Barassi; and Hugh Jackman divorces 17.09.2023 9:06

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 topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!

Saturday Squiz, 16 September: Putin’s friend Kim Jong Un, floods in Libya, and an Aussie housing wrap 15.09.2023 23:30

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. LINKS The most clicked link this week: CSIRO's online diet/wellbeing tool The Guardian's article on why the flooding in Libya is so bad Buy Claire's candle recommendation here Listen to Vox's Recode Media episode on Taylor Swi...

Friday, 15 September: A new housing plan gets the green light; The flood death toll rises in Libya; Cheers to a new sign-off; And rethinking your coffee hit 14.09.2023 10:31

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 find Nigella's recipe for sweetcorn chowder here. #Sponsored: The 2023 Commonwealth Bank Teaching Awards have recognised and rewarded 22 outstanding teachers and school leaders, you can chec...

Thursday, 14 September: Another hit for Qantas; Mudslinging in the referendum debate; Serena's claim on another title; And a Swift victory at the VMAs 13.09.2023 10:18

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 check out our Ask the Squiz series here. See the VMAs red carpet here. #Sponsored: The 2023 Commonwealth Bank Teaching Awards have recognised and rewarded 22 outstanding teachers and school...

ASK THE SQUIZ: Answering your questions about the Voice 13.09.2023 11:03

In this episode we cover the issue of legal challenges, existing Indigenous bodies, and get into the nuts and bolts of voting again. Want opinion-free, agenda-free information on the Voice and the Referendum? We've got you covered with our resource centre here. If you found it useful, please share it with your people. Got a question for us? Ask it here or send us an email at hello@thesquiz.com.au....