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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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Friday, 23 September: Putin ups the ante; Optus customers put on alert; The AFL Grand Final returns to Melbourne; And some snacks to get you through it 22.09.2022 11:37

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. LINKS: Explore Friday Lites here. 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!

Wednesday, 21 September: A 'Serial' conviction overturned; Public holiday pain; How to be an active couch potato; And when Brad met the Bad Seed 20.09.2022 11:17

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, including this week's episode on the battle for supremacy among streaming services Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curiou...

Tuesday, 20 September: A funeral for the ages; Boots on the ground for Taiwan; Storms on both sides of the world; And fighting floods with cheese 19.09.2022 11:27

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! PS. Are you a teacher? For less th...

Monday, 19 September: A final farewell for the Queen; Albanese meets King Charles; Japan on high alert; And taking a deep breath 18.09.2022 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. Link:The Queen's 96 years of Royal life have been captured by some of the world’s most illustrious photographers in a series of official portraits. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly exp...

Friday, 16 September: The pandemic finish line in sight; A close call for Zelensky; The serial killer who may not be guilty; And farewell to another tennis legend 15.09.2022 11:06

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. LINKS: Explore Friday Lites here. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics - including the latest episode about the new British PM Liz Truss Squiz Kids - a news po...

Thursday, 15 September: Standing up for the Queen; Putin and Xi to meet; Prolonging pandemic payments; And some gratuitous advice for tired parents 14.09.2022 11:02

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. LINKS: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics - including the new episode breaking down all you need to know about the Queen and King Charles. Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curiou...

Wednesday, 14 September: Farewell to an Indigenous icon; A Queen-sized crowd; Livin' La Nina Loca; And awarding our lockdown favourites 13.09.2022 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. Link: Check out Sheryl Lee Ralph breaking into song during her Emmy's acceptance speech. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics Squiz Kids - a news podcast for c...

Tuesday, 13 September: Some are not happy about a day off; Lights out in Ukraine; A record settlement for thousands of women; And a shiny distraction 12.09.2022 11:38

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! PS. Are you a teacher? For less th...

Monday, 12 September: Long live King Charles; Ukraine hits back against Russia; Stephanie Gilmore's stunning win; And some regal power dressing 11.09.2022 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. Link: The Queen's 96 years of Royal life have been captured by some of the world’s most illustrious photographers in a series of official portraits. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly ex...

Friday, 9 September: Queen Elizabeth has died; Holding firm on the economy; Fulfilling a vocal promise; And an unlikely career change 08.09.2022 11:43

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. LINKS: Explore Friday Lites here. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics - including the latest episode about the new British PM Liz Truss Squiz Kids - a news po...

Thursday, 8 September: A tussle with Timor-Leste; Managing our economic expectations; The dangers of mixing work and play; And an Aussie dream dashed 07.09.2022 11:20

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. LINKS: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topics - including this episode on Vaping Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age appropriate news without the nasties!

Wednesday, 7 September: Disruptions for travellers and parents; Debate over an election date; A valuable goal for the AFL; And the health impacts of doomscrolling 06.09.2022 11:36

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! PS. Are you a teacher? Jump into y...

Tuesday, 6 September: Get set for another interest rate rise; A new PM for the UK; The Aussies crush it at the US Open; And working with Dan 05.09.2022 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. 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! PS. Are you a teacher? Jump into y...

Monday, 5 September: A new PM for the UK; Europe's power struggle continues; A battle over multi-employer bargaining; And Aussies making history at the US Open 04.09.2022 11:27

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!

Friday, 2 September - Day 1 of the Jobs and Skills summit; House prices fall further; The UN reports on China's treatment of Uygher muslims; and heading into spring... 01.09.2022 11:49

Thursday, 1 September: The legacy of Mikhail Gorbachev; Talking jobs and skills; La Nina is a maybe; And the resurgence of Mills & Boon... 31.08.2022 11:33

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. LINKS: Sponsored: Find out more about Bupa's increase in the age of dependents to 32 here and check out their eco-disruptive program here. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on...

Wednesday, 31 August: Chris Dawson is found guilty; A counter-offensive in Ukraine; The man with the mullet defects; And snacking in bed... 30.08.2022 10:43

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. LINKS: Sponsored: Find out more about Bupa's increase in the age of dependents to 32 here and check out their eco-disruptive program here. The Cut with Meghan Markle. Read more. Other things we do:...

Tuesday, 30 August - Serena's final US Open; Albanese marks 100 days in office; The latest retail stats; and an unusual emotional support animal... 29.08.2022 11:30

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. LINKS: An Indigenous man thought to be the last of his tribe has died after resisting contact with any outsiders for decades. Read more. Other things we do: Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on b...

Monday, 29 August - Devastating floods in Pakistan; Nuclear fears escalate in Ukraine; Prepping for the Jobs and Skills Summit; and the 5 love languages... 28.08.2022 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. 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! PS. Are you a teacher? Jump into y...

Friday, 26 August: Airline results; Joe Biden's big call on student debt; A plan to make our homes more energy efficient; And a shoutout to Ken 25.08.2022 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. 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! PS. Are you a teacher? Jump into y...

Thursday, 25 August - A whistleblower on Twitter; A Royal Commission into Robodebt; Daniel Ricciardo and McLaren part ways; And wine you shouldn't drink.. 24.08.2022 11:59

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: Politics Today - a weekday newsletter getting you across the latest in politics, both here and abroad. Sport Today - a sports news podcast designed to keep you ahead of the game....

Wednesday, 24 August - The Solicitor-General's advice on Morrison's ministries; Ukraine's grim milestone; A cold snap; and doggy tears of joy... 23.08.2022 11:26

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Tuesday, 23 August - Imran Khan facing charges; A massive drug bust; Heading for a skilled worker shortage; and opting out of denim trends... 22.08.2022 12:08

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Monday, 22 August - Ongoing scrutiny into Morison's multiple ministries; More Monkeypox cases; A solar power first; and when a nap isn't a good idea... 21.08.2022 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. Other things we do: Politics Today - a weekday newsletter getting you across the latest in politics, both here and abroad. Sport Today - a sports news podcast designed to keep you ahead of the game....

Friday, 19 August - Russia and Ukraine in a 'strategic deadlock'; The US and Taiwan to start formal trade negotiations; Record low unemployment; and no fuss fritters... 18.08.2022 11:31

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. LINKS: Explore Friday Lites, including our recipe recommendations here. Other things we do: Politics Today - a weekday newsletter getting you across the latest in politics, both here and abroad. Spo...