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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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A US link to the Wieambilla attack; The NDIS gets an overhaul; Oz is set for heatwaves and a cyclone; And a new Queen of Christmas 06.12.2023 10:57

Thursday, 7 December 2023 – 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: Find out more about Woolworths teaming up with OzHarvest here. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news...

Three former detainees re-arrested; Ukraine funding under threat; The King plans a trip Downunder; and the Person of the Year Shortlist... 05.12.2023 10:47

Wednesday, 6 December 2023 – 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: Find some Woolworths Fresh Ideas Magazine recipes here. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podca...

War comes to Gaza's south; Farewell to Peta Murphy; Origin Energy not for the selling; and an explosive garden ornament 04.12.2023 10:27

Tuesday, 5 December 2023 – 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!

Shortcut: A look back at 2023's economy 04.12.2023 16:14

Squiz Shortcuts is your backstory to the big news stories. This week, we're looking back at the economic story of 2023, and the question of whether central banks can achieve a 'soft landing'. Then we go through some predictions for 2024. Squiz recommends: From The New York Times, an episode ofThe Daily podcast about Americans thinking the economy is worse than it actually is. The RBA's official pa...

Fighting resumes in Gaza; climate promises at COP28; AI to track subs; and Beyoncé in the box office 03.12.2023 11:22

Monday, 4 December 2023 – 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!

Weekly Wrap: Bruce Lehrmann v. Network Ten, Aussie journos pen a letter, and a tunnelling hero 01.12.2023 26:40

Weekly Wrap is a look at the week in news and what’s coming up. Hosted by the OG team of Claire Kimball and Kate Watson, it's s all about helping you stay on top of the news + we give you some talking points for the week ahead. Looking for more? Check out our Saturday Squiz newsletter. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekend. LINKS The lead negotiator for the release of Thai hostages spoke...

Henry Kissinger dies at 100; Israel and Hamas extend their truce; Netball Australia's pay dispute continues; And a perfect pie 30.11.2023 10:33

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 take a look at the Kiwi chicks in New Zealand here or the Sumatran rhino calf in Indonesia here. Find the recipe for Ottolenghi's potato and spinach pie here. Other things we do: Squiz Short...

Inflation drops in Oz; Israel and Hamas consider another extension; The COP28 climate conference kicks off; And a sweet treat for brain health 29.11.2023 10:55

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 COP28 here. Here's where you can find the Meals on Wheels 'Unforgettable Cake' recipe. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news to...

Australia in for a drenching; more on the High Court's detention decision; Indian tunnel workers freed; and the rise of 'cozzie livs' 28.11.2023 10:56

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!

How Far We've Come: Tech in the classroom… from Rudd-tops to AI 28.11.2023 15:26

It's the final episode of season 2 of How Far We've Come, our short series on the big moments that have shaped Australia, plus a look at the challenges we face today. This week, we're diving into tech in the classrooms - from chalkboards to Rudd-tops... and we talk AI. A special thanks to our podcast partner on this series, NGS Super. Find out more about them here. Want more How Far We've Come? Fi...

A top public servant gets the boot; the Gaza truce is extended; New Zealand finally gets a government; and Nigella ditches the Christmas cake 27.11.2023 9:40

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!

Hostages freed from Gaza; Drones hit Kyiv; a Liberal re-enters the Parliament; and Doctor Who leaves the ABC 26.11.2023 9:32

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. 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!

Weekly Wrap Nov 25, 2023: The ceasefire in Israel-Gaza, Open AI's rollercoaster week, and Jeff Bezos's cowboy hat 24.11.2023 28:35

25 November 2023: Weekly Wrap is a look at the week in news and what’s coming up. Hosted by the OG team of Claire Kimball and Kate Watson, it's s all about helping you stay on top of the news + we give you some talking points for the week ahead. Looking for more? Check out our Saturday Squiz newsletter. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekend. LINKS Vogue's profile on Jeff Bezos and his fi...

A record Black Friday forecast; Israeli hostages are set to be released; WA battles bushfires; And some zucchini and feta fritters 23.11.2023 11:10

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 our Squiz Shortcut on Sam Altman and OpenAI here. Find the recipe for Matt Moran's zucchini and feta fritters here. #Sponsored: Find the Woolworths Group Regional Report at www.woo...

Israel and Hamas sign a truce; Lehrmann's defamation case begins; A Kiwi coalition conundrum; And diamonds are a cheaper best friend 22.11.2023 10:22

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. Find our 2023 Women and News Report here. #Sponsored: Find the Woolworths Group Regional Report at www.woolworthsgroup.com.au Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news top...

Australian secrecy laws are overhauled; Israel and Hamas get closer to a truce in Gaza; Oz-China relations are back on the radar; And preparing for Thanksgiving 21.11.2023 11:05

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 our 2023 Women and News Report here. #Sponsored: Find the Woolworths Group Regional Report at www.woolworthsgroup.com.au Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news top...

How Far We've Come: Giving a Gonski... 21.11.2023 14:29

Welcome to season 2 of How Far We've Come, our short series on the big moments that have shaped Australia, plus a look at the challenges we face today. This week, we're diving into the 2011 Gonski reforms....the big personalities, how it has played out, and what's coming up. A special thanks to our podcast partner on this series, NGS Super. Find out more about them here. Want more How Far We've Co...

A job opens up at Optus; Aussies escape Gaza; the Lehrmann cases roll on; and time to play 'Name That Rover'... 20.11.2023 9:44

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 our 2023 Women and News Report here. #Sponsored: Find the Woolworths Group Regional Report at www.woolworthsgroup.com.au Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news top...

A possible pause in Gaza; tough days for SA Police; shock in the AI world; and Australia takes the Cricket World Cup 19.11.2023 10:34

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: Find the Woolworths Group Regional Report at www.woolworthsgroup.com.au Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curiou...

Weekly Wrap, Nov 18, 2023: Navigating antisemitism and Islamophobia, David Cameron's surprise return to UK politics, and the Robbie William doco 17.11.2023 26:42

18 November, 2023 - Weekly Wrap is a look at the week in news and what’s coming up. Hosted by the OG team of Claire Kimball and Kate Watson, it's s all about helping you stay on top of the news + we give you some talking points for the week ahead. Looking for more? Check out our Saturday Squiz newsletter. Click here to get it in your inbox each weekend. LINKS Our 2023 Women and News report Evacuat...

A crackdown on convicted immigrants; Optus executives face the Senate; Schoolies Festival kicks off; And a San Choy Bow recipe 16.11.2023 12:12

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. Find the recipe for San Choy Bow/Chinese lettuce wraps here. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate...

Wages grow in Oz; Israel moves on Gaza's main hospital; Getting ready for summer; And Aussies shine at the ARIAs 15.11.2023 10:47

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 full list of ARIA winners here, or take a look at the red carpet gallery here. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast...

Xi goes to America; Biden calls to protect Gaza hospitals; Bunnings benches engineered stone; and remember to Slip Slop Slap.... 14.11.2023 11:03

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!

How Far We've Come: Put your pencils down... It's NAPLAN 14.11.2023 13:02

Welcome to season 2 of How Far We've Come, our short series on the big moments that have shaped Australia, plus a look at the challenges we face today. This week, we're diving into the story of NAPLAN, the controversies, the results and what lies ahead. A special thanks to our podcast partner on this series, NGS Super. Find out more about them here. Want more How Far We've Come? Find all episodes...

Robodebt recommendations are adopted; Hospitals in Gaza start to shut; Aussie freight is back on track; And NCIS arrives in Sydney 13.11.2023 11:04

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!