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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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Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

Thursday, 25 October - You little thief 24.10.2018

The Australian Olympic Committee make their case for more funding; A number of explosive devices have been intercepted after being sent by mail in the US; Why residents of a small town north of Cairns are having their DNA tested; and Gold Coast monopoly. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Wednesday, 24 October - I want to live like common people 23.10.2018

How the government plans to tackle electricity prices; The study that proves microplastics are making their way into our guts; The auction of some of Stephen Hawking's belongings; And Royal watch. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Tuesday, 23 October - She can run the pants off a kangaroo 22.10.2018

The government apologises to victims of institutional child abuse; Geoffrey Rush gives evidence at his defamation case; Why petrol prices are so high; And a very long bridge. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Monday, 22 October - Don't stand so close to me 21.10.2018

Wentworth is looking a lot closer than first thought; The discrepancy in events surrounding the death of Jamal Khashoggi; Meghan takes a break as the Beckhams land in Australia. Welcome to your week... See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Friday, 19 October - Happy to be me 18.10.2018

All your talking points on the Wentworth by-election; Our unemployment rate is down; What the royals have been up to; And Friday Lites. 'Ava great weekend! See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Thursday, 18 October - I don't want to talk about it 17.10.2018

The Royals were in Dubbo yesterday with Prince Harry putting a spotlight on the mental health of our farmers; There may be another leadership spill in Canberra; Netflix adds 7 millions subscribers in 3 months; And Steve Irwin's son Robert is quite the photographer. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Wednesday, 17 October - And then he kissed me 16.10.2018

The possibility of refugees on Nauru being in settled in NZ grows stronger; The tale of a kidnapped Tanzanian billionaire; The Thai cave boys give their first interview; And Canada legalises cannabis. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Tuesday 16 October - Too busy thinking about my baby 15.10.2018

Religious freedom laws and the Wentworth by-election, Donald Trump has a chat with Saudi Arabia; Why milk is making our Agriculture Minister angry; And a royal baby announcement. Tuesday is gonna be good. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Monday, 15 October - Set fire to the rain 14.10.2018

Pressure on Saudi Arabia after the disappearance of Jamal Khashoggi; Two polls give our politicians an indication on how they are tracking; Storms around the world cause plenty of damage; And royal wedding wash up. Welcome to your week! See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Friday, 12 October - I gotta feeling that tonight's gonna be a good night 11.10.2018

We start with a royal wedding; Earthquakes in Indonesia and Papua New Guinea; The Aussie market recovering from a hit; and Friday Lites. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Thursday, 11 October - She needs wide open spaces 10.10.2018

Kidnap in NSW puts family violence front and centre; Corporate tax cuts for small business to be brought forward; The strongest hurricane ever hits Florida; And the pocket dialling gecko, Happy Thursday! See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Wednesday, 10 October - We're half way there 09.10.2018

The disappearance of Saudi national Jamal Khashoggi; Fallout from the Sydney Opera House light show saga; The IMF warns of the dangers of the US China trade war and #himtoo. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Tuesday, 9 October - Are we out of the woods? 08.10.2018

A report tells the world that we have about a decade to get our climate policies right; The Sydney Opera House and what is projected on its sails; A bad day for the ANZ bank; And Taylor Swift gets political. Have a great Tuesday. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Monday, 8 October - There's a bear in there 07.10.2018

Brett Kavanagh has been sworn in as Justice of the US Supreme Court; Labor's five point plan; A review into mental health funding; And joint awardees for the Nobel Peace Prize. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Friday, 5 October - Call me king of the mountain 04.10.2018

The latest on the Brett Kavanagh saga; Taco Bell to open 50 stores in Australia; The list of Australia's most powerful; And Friday Lites. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Thursday, 4 October - Blame it on the boogie 03.10.2018

A few points about privacy; The debate about Donald Trump's fortune continues; The fight over the GST; And why our beer consumption is becoming a bit fancy. Thursday, Thursday. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Wednesday, 3 October - You got me in the shape I'm in 02.10.2018

Tensions between the US and China heat up; Tsunami in Indonesia leaves thousand homeless as aid starts to arrive; Unlawful alcohol in Iran is causing problems; And why you need to get your tax return in. Middle of the week! See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Tuesday, 2 October - All you have to do is call 01.10.2018

The death toll from the tsunami in Indonesia rises; Our driest month on record; European privacy regulators consider a huge fine for Facebook; And a footy finals wrap. Tuesday! See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Friday, 28 September - Itchi gitchi ya ya da da 27.09.2018

The ABC loses its chairman; Adultery laws change in India; Australia's most expensive house; And quick wrap of the footy finals. See you next week! See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Thursday, 27 September - If that's movin' up then I'm movin' out 26.09.2018

ABC chairman Justin Milne under pressure to resign; AGL and it's missing CEO; Our universities slip down world rankings; and the Dally M Medal winners. Enjoy your Thursday. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Wednesday, 26 September - Do you think you're better off alone? 25.09.2018

Donald Trump's address to the UN (including some lols); Bill Cosby is off to jail; The founders of Instagram leave the company; And Billy Slater will play. Have a great Wednesday. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Tuesday, 25 September - It's the thrill of the fight 24.09.2018

Changes at the ABC; The Prime Minister's new day; Another accusation of misconduct against Supreme Court pick Brett Kavanagh; And the Brownlow medal. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Monday, 24 September - Shine bright like diamond 23.09.2018

Labor's new policy to address equal pay; Donald Trump's Supreme Court Justice woes; The sailor stranded 3,200km off Western Australia's coast; And footy finals. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Friday, 21 September -There ain't no second prize 20.09.2018

Education funding is the hot political topic; Two shark attacks in the Whitsundays; Stationary brand Smiggle kicking retail goals; And we help you nail your footy finals chat. Happy Friday. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Thursday, 20 September - I want to hold your ear 19.09.2018

In Yemen, millions of children face famine; Labors plan to boost retirement savings for women; The latest on strawberries; And the wreckage of Captain Cooks ship the Endeavour may have been found. 'Tis Thursday. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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