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A daily news podcast, 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 a touch of 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 - check out The Squiz Today newsletter. It's the daily news stories, in your inbox each weekday at 6am, with links and more info to all the stories covered in The Squiz Today podcast. Sign up at www.thesquiz.com.au - it's free.
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Mar 13, 2023 • 11min
Tuesday, 14 March: Xi lays out China's goals; The death toll goes up in Bahkmut; La Nina's headed on her way; And all the Oscars glory
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 read about all the Academy Award winners here and catch the red carpet action here.Other things we do:Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topicsSquiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!
Mar 12, 2023 • 11min
Monday, 13 March: Subbing in for a big announcement; Floods in Far North Queensland; A countdown to the NSW election; And getting Oscars ready
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 Uber’s One Less Car here.Other things we do:Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topicsSquiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!
Mar 10, 2023 • 19min
Saturday Squiz, 11 March 2023: Koala shenanigans, tech turmoil and Oscars' campaign drama.
This week, Kate and Claire chat about Squizers' affinity for animals, the most recent economic news and what's happening with those tech industry layoffs. Plus, the big defence news coming up next week and a few Oscar-themed recommendations.LINKSSign up to our Saturday Squiz newsletterA Koala wanders into a petrol stationThe NYT's long read about the campaign behind Oscar nominations. And the full list of nomineesRead about the Bold Glamour TikTok filter hereFind out more about the CyberCX academy intake hereWant to get in touch with Kate? Send her an email at kate@thesquiz.com.auHOSTS: Claire Kimball and Kate WatsonPRODUCER: Annelise Taylor
Mar 9, 2023 • 11min
Friday, 10 March: Defence down under; Trouble for Fiji's former PM; Some better-than-expected earnings; And the best hot cross buns
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 spiced eggplant and chickpea fatteh here.#Sponsored: Find out more about Uber’s One Less Car here.Other things we do:Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topicsSquiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!
Mar 8, 2023 • 11min
Thursday, 9 March: A defamation battle brews; The RBA flags potential rate relief; Ukraine hits back against a US report; And an old favourite gets a modern update
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 defamation Squiz Shortcut here.You can listen to Alan Alda and Mike Farrell acting out a M*A*S*H episode here.Other things we do:Squiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topicsSquiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!
Mar 7, 2023 • 11min
Wednesday, 8 March: Albanese's back on the road; Another interest rate rise; It's easy to be cheesy; And happy birthday to us
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 topicsSquiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!
Mar 7, 2023 • 11min
Ep 1: How Far We’ve Come… The Married Women’s Property Act
Introducing How Far We’ve Come, a 6-part dive into the history of women's financial freedom and independence in Australia. In this episode, we go back to the early 1880s and The Married Women's Property Act, because there was a time when Aussie women couldn’t own their home or business. We will also take a look at how it impacts homeownership rates today and the work still to do.A special thanks to our podcast partner on this series, NGS Super. Find out more about them here.
Mar 6, 2023 • 11min
Tuesday, 7 March: The RBA considers another rate rise; A symbolic battle in Ukraine; AI health tech proves useful; And a young entrepreneur impresses
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 topicsSquiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!
Mar 5, 2023 • 11min
Monday, 6 March: A plan to save the high seas; Xi's flexes his power over China; Schoolgirls poisoned in Iran; And rehoming some infamous hippos
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 topicsSquiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!
Mar 3, 2023 • 17min
Saturday Squiz, 4 March 2023: ChatGPT's crochet fail, the Super shake-up, and relationship rumours
This week Amanda joins Claire to chat about ChatGPT's recent crochet narwhal fail, the Government's superannuation announcement, and the rumours surrounding Jim Chalmers and Anthony Albanese's relationship. Plus, a recommendation for curried carrots and Netflix's Chris Rock special.LINKSCheck out Squiz Kids hereChatGPT's crochet narwhal failSMH'S article on the divide between Anthony Albanese and Jim ChalmersThis recipe for curried carrots from Alice ZaslavskyNYT's article about the latest TikTok dating trendYou can stream Netflix's Chris Rock special on Sunday
