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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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Nov 18, 2021 • 11min
Friday, 19 November - Naming an unknown sailor; A pause on Victoria's pandemic bill; China's missing tennis champion; and a mango revolution...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. LINKS:The Squiz x Buy From The Bush - get your Chrissy shopping sorted while supporting regional Aussie businessesA revolutionary mango hack (and a mango cheesecake recipe)Other things we do:More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it’s free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au.Sport Today - a sports news podcast designed to keep you ahead of the gameSquiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topicsSquiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age appropriate news without the nasties! See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Nov 17, 2021 • 11min
Thursday, 18 November - Victoria's proposed pandemic bill; Boycotting the Beijing Winter Olympics; Getting you across inflation; and how good are grandmothers...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. LINKS:Your Shortcut to...the Rohingya and the UyghursYour Shortcut to... What's up with inflationThe Squiz x Buy From The Bush - get your Chrissy shopping done with our Gift Guides (and support Aussie regional businesses while you're at it)Today's pick: Super cute pot plant Covers from Restore Grace in our 'under $50' Other things we do:More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it’s free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au.Sport Today - a sports news podcast designed to keep you ahead of the gameSquiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topicsSquiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age appropriate news without the nasties! See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Nov 16, 2021 • 12min
Wednesday, 17 November - New theories in the William Tyrell case; Two presidents talk; A Delta outbreak in the NT; and getting your Christmas gifting sorted...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. LINKS:The Squiz x Buy From The Bush - your Christmas gift guide sorted, all while supporting regional Aussie businessMusic Memorabilia auction from the Hard Rock CafeTeachers - get on to your free trial of Squiz Kids for Schools - curriculum aligned activities based on the Squiz Kids news podcast. Other things we do:More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it’s free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au.Sport Today - a sports news podcast designed to keep you ahead of the gameSquiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topicsSquiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age appropriate news without the nasties! See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Nov 15, 2021 • 11min
Tuesday, 16 November: New evidence in the search for William Tyrell; The UK raises its terror threat; Gearing up for a climate election; And a sneak peek...
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. Sign up (it’s free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au.Sport Today - a sports news podcast designed to keep you ahead of the gameSquiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topicsSquiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age appropriate news without the nasties! See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Nov 14, 2021 • 10min
Monday, 15 November: Where things landed after COP26; China and the US chat; Winning a World Cup; And what's all this about Taylor Swift...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. Marley Spoon (sponsored): Get $110 off your First 5 boxes AND Free Shipping off the 1st box with the code SQUIZ110 at Marley Spoon. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it’s free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au.Sport Today - a sports news podcast designed to keep you ahead of the gameSquiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topicsSquiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age appropriate news without the nasties! See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Nov 11, 2021 • 11min
Friday, 12 November - A US-China partnership; Checking in on unemployment figures; The high price of movie props; and smashed spuds...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. LINKS:Friday Lites: Smashed spuds, and that long read on João Carlos MartinsOne very expensive and very distressed volleyball, WilsonSponsored: Google Chromebook Other things we do:More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it’s free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au.Sport Today - a sports news podcast designed to keep you ahead of the gameSquiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topicsSquiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age appropriate news without the nasties! See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Nov 10, 2021 • 11min
Thursday, 11 November - Catching Australia's most wanted; The pointy end of COP26; Marking Remembrance Day; and an ancient hangover cure...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. LINKS:Your Shortcut to... Remembrance DayOther things we do:More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it’s free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au.Sport Today - a sports news podcast designed to keep you ahead of the gameSquiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topicsSquiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age appropriate news without the nasties! See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Nov 9, 2021 • 11min
Wednesday, 10 November - Tennis legend Dylan Alcott announces his retirement; An update on COVID vaccines for kids; Healthy sleep habits; and pet pics for trees...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. Sponsored: Find out more abut the Google Chromebook hereOther things we do:More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it’s free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au.Sport Today - a sports news podcast designed to keep you ahead of the gameSquiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topicsSquiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age appropriate news without the nasties! See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Nov 8, 2021 • 10min
Tuesday, 9 November: Selling Sydney Airport; Funding for future fuels; An Aussie win at the New York marathon; And the healthiest cheese in all the land...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. Find out more abut the Google Chromebook here. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it’s free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au.Sport Today - a sports news podcast designed to keep you ahead of the gameSquiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topicsSquiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age appropriate news without the nasties! See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Nov 7, 2021 • 10min
Monday, 8 November: Tragedy in Texas; An assassination attempt on Iraq's PM; The US trillion dollar infrastructure plan; And hitting the road...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. Marley Spoon (sponsored): Get $110 off your First 5 boxes AND Free Shipping off the 1st box with the code SQUIZ110 at Marley Spoon. More details and links to further reading for all of today’s news can be found in The Squiz Today email. Sign up (it’s free!) - www.thesquiz.com.au.Sport Today - a sports news podcast designed to keep you ahead of the gameSquiz Shortcuts - a weekly explainer on big news topicsSquiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age appropriate news without the nasties! See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
