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It's the Friday shakeup and we're talking... Did the ABC censor Ziggy Ramo from performing one of his songs, who owns the Aboriginal flag, and what did you learn about money from your parents? Join Hack's Isabella Higgins with musician Ziggy Ramo and comedian Lucinda Price aka Froomes.

Do you miss live music? Us too. Venues are looking at how they can reopen in the pandemic, and these changes can make gigs more inclusive in the future. Also... how one young bar manager decided enough was enough and took a customer to court for slapping her behind. Spoiler alert: she won. And, what the hell is Qanon, and why have their pages now been banned from Facebook?

One thing you won't be seeing on the grounds at this weekend's AFL Indigenous Round this weekend is the Aboriginal flag, and that's because of a copyright dispute. Also, have you been getting ads for Indigenous-inspired clothing? It's not always easy to tell what's mob-owned, and who's profiting. Plus, meet a young man who's trying to get his family out of Beirut following last week's massive blas...

New research has found that young people are increasingly taking out personal loans and relying on credit cards to pay for essentials like rent and food. Plus, could the fate of US democracy lie with the humble post box? And, Google launches its latest salvo in the fight between tech giants and the Federal Government.

Young people are doing better than our parents were at our age in terms of health and education, but we're disadvantaged in a range of economic factors, according to new research. Plus, we'll look at the 120-year old "loophole" that makes it harder to gain prosecutions for sexual assault cases. And has Victoria turned a corner in fighting Covid-19? New cases are down, but the death rate is at an a...

It's the Friday shakeup and we're talking... Why some people fail uni course, whether groping is acceptable in footie, and is professional matchmaking still a thing? Join Hack's Jo Lauder as she talks this through with former reality TV star Abbie Chatfield and AFL commentator Tony Armstrong.

There are two kinds of people in the world: Those who'll swim towards a shark attack and the rest of us. Today, surfer Phil Mummert on surviving the jaws of a massive great white and the legends who saved his life. Plus, how you can live greener in a share house. And, uproar over the government's plan to cut HECS and HELP loans for uni students failing their first year.

As Russian President Vladimir Putin announced approval of a coronavirus vaccine for Russians, foreign authorities began to voice concerns that the nation was skipping important research steps. Plus, we'll take you inside the GitHub code vault - a secure vault set up to store the world's opensource code for future generations. And, have you checked you super lately? Authorities say scammers have be...

"It's like manual Tinder, and your parents have to swipe right, too," says one of the stars of Netflix's reality tv hit Indian Matchmaking. And it's got a lot of Aussies wondering whether it might work for them. Plus, the Lebanese government steps down amidst huge protests. What it means for the already struggling country. And, we've got an update on the roll out of arts funding for you, with Mini...

If Trump's plan to ban TikTok succeeds we could be saying goodbye to the global content we've come to love. Plus, what's up with that footage of a Richmond AFL player groping a teammate over the weekend. And, the arts and entertainment sector was one of the first hit by the pandemic, so why hasn't a single cent of government' survival package been spent?

It's the Friday shakeup and we're talking... Bursting your COVID bubble, that misogyny speech on TikTok and Victoria's year 12 students finishing up. Join Comedian Vic Zerbst from The Feed, Tino Mjawe from the Den of Truth podcast and Hack's own Avani Dias for your weekly debrief.

Year 12 students in Victoria are finishing up their last in-person classes this week as the pandemic forces the state back into lockdown. But will the study chaos mean disadvantage in the long run? Plus, historic action from Twitter as the platform blocks Trump for tweeting misinformation. And, are you anxious about death? There's an app for that.

Beirut locals have described the early morning blast as reminiscent of Hiroshima. The massive explosion has now claimed over 100 lives and injured thousands. We'll take you to the scene. Plus, Australian musician Jaguar Jonze on the Don't Be That Guy campaign tackling sexual harassment in the music industry. And, a coronial inquest in Victoria has highlighted the dangers of synthetic cannabis.

Tattoo removal companies are helping people get rid of racist and hate-based tattoos that no longer match their beliefs. We'll take you inside one of the clinics answering the call. Plus, Australia's first female Prime Minister Julia Gillard on that misogyny speech going Tik Tok viral and the ongoing political debate around climate change action. And, how we can keep ourselves mentally healthy ami...

Never in history have we seen restrictions quite like those currently in place in Melbourne, as authorities desperately attempt to curb community transmission of COVID-19. We'll take you inside the stage four restrictions. Plus, U.S. President Donald Trump threatens to ban TikTok. And, could the success of the recent SpaceX flight finally pave the way for commercial space travel?

It's the Friday shakeup and we're talking... Public shaming of coronavirus rule breakers, young people being blamed for the spread, and lack of diversity in reality TV shows. Join former pollie Wyatt Roy, Warlpiri woman and NITV journalist Rachael Hocking and Hack's own Avani Dias for your weekly debrief.

In the new Close the Gap agreement developed alongside first nations Australians, the government will commit to extra targets: including reducing Indigenous incarceration rates, suicides and youth unemployment. Plus, natural disasters cost Australia billions every year and they're getting worse. So should the companies driving climate change help pay?  And, it was another record day for Australian...

Does last year feel like a decade ago? But this year feels endless too? Cognitive Neuropsychologist Muireann Irish from the Brain and Mind Institute says there are scientific reasons behind our strange perceptions of time right now. Plus, Gymnasts are speaking out about the poor treatment of athletes in the sport. And, a parliamentary inquiry has revealed the government had no proof that universit...

Whether you've moved in quickly with a new fling, or broken up with a long term love, the pandemic has had a huge impact our love lives. Plus, new research confirms the loss of almost three billion animals in the Black Summer bushfires. We take a look at whether the AFL Blitz is great for audiences but risky for players? And, living with chronic pain - why we need to better understand it.

Music artists are blowing up on TikTok and they have million dollar record deals to prove it. Hack's Stephen Stockwell found out how the platform's being used by music labels to make the next big stars. Plus, Victoria records 532 new cases of COVID-19 - the highest ever daily figure - as concerns grow for those in aged care facilities. And, Black Lives Matter protests vow to hold tomorrow's Sydney...

It's the Friday shakeup and we're talking... ABC Chair Ita Buttrose saying young workers need hugs, failing to isolate for fear of losing your job, and Kanye's battle with mental illness. Join The Feed's Marty Smiley, Barkindji woman and lawyer Gemma McKinnon and Hack's own Avani Dias for your weekly debrief.

According to ABC Chair Ita Buttrose, today's young workers lack resilience and need hugging. At a time when youth unemployment and mental health issues are skyrocketing, the comments haven't gone down well. Today, are young workers misunderstood? Plus, the campaign to Raise The Age of criminal responsibility which currently sees children as young as ten in custody in Australia. And, the Federal Go...

Almost 90% of recent coronavirus cases in Victoria are failing to isolate when they first experience symptoms. Are we ignoring the advice or is there more to the story? Plus, it's the far-right conspiracy theory taking over the internet and influencing politics. Now, it's just been banned from Twitter. What you need to know about QAnon. And, how young people are doing in the Pandemic overseas. Is...

From September, the government's JobKeeper and JobSeeker payments will look a little different. Today, everything you need to know about the changes. Plus, locals in the U.S. city of Portland say unmarked federal police are taking Black Lives Matter protesters off the street, despite the local Mayor asking the officers to leave. We'll look at what's behind the unsolicited police intervention. And,...

From Thursday, residents of Melbourne and the Mitchell Shire will legally be required to wear a mask when leaving the house - but should the rest of us? We asked an expert. Plus, we hear from one of the young people suffering with long term side effects from COVID-19.And, a scathing independent report has found our environmental laws are ineffective and "not fit for current or future challenges."...