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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.
Episodes
July 20, 2025 • 12 mins
Monday, 21 July: Trump files a lawsuit; Tasmania's in limbo; The Wallabies go down to the Lions; And an astronomically large scandal...
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You can check out some of the memes from the Astronomer CEO/HR manager and Coldplay incident here.
And here's Larissa's recommendation for a Lamington recipe. Enjoy...
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July 17, 2025 • 14 mins
Friday, 18 July: It's crunch time in the Apple Isle; Unemployment is on the rise; The Wallabies face off against the Lions; And a zesty salad
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Here's our Shortcut to salmon farming and our Shortcut to the Tassie stadium
Find the recipe for lentil barley salad here.
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July 16, 2025 • 10 mins
There’s been a strong reaction in Britain to the illegal felling of an old Sycamore tree… it grew between 2 hills beside the famous Hadrian’s Wall, and it was one of the most photographed trees in the world before it was cut down. The perpetrators were found and they’ve been jailed for the crime. So in this Squiz Shortcut, we’ll get you across the tree’s history, what it symbolised for many, and why its demise provoked such an emot...
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July 16, 2025 • 12 mins
Thursday, 17 July: Questions remain after a killer's death; Trump's Epstein problem; Young Aussies' vaping rates drop; And counting down to the Emmys...
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July 15, 2025 • 12 mins
Wednesday, 16 July: Xi and Albanese talk trade; More children are sent for testing in Victoria; A plan to cut charges; And swans' time to shine...
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If you or your family is affected by the story about alleged assaults at Victorian childcare centres, you can find the state government's resource...
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July 14, 2025 • 15 mins
Australia’s relationship with China is back in the spotlight, with PM Anthony Albanese in the middle of a 6-day visit to boost trade and tourism. The relationship is tricky to manage given China’s ambition to grow its influence in the Indo-Pacific, and our ties with its biggest rival, America. So in this Squiz Shortcut, we’ll get you across the recent history between our countries, the issues at play, and where things are heading…
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July 14, 2025 • 12 mins
Tuesday, 15 July: A budget briefing blunder; Ukraine's defence gets a boost; Country Road hits rough times; And the Seine's back again...
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July 13, 2025 • 12 mins
Monday, 14 July: The US dominates Albanese's China trip; An Air India crash report raises questions; Our new world heritage site; And Sinner wins Wimbledon...
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You can watch Wimbledon women's runner-up Amanda Anisimova's post-match speech here.
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July 10, 2025 • 12 mins
Friday, 11 July: A plan to combat antisemitism; A remarkable rescue in New South Wales; A trillion-dollar milestone; And a suitable soup for cycling...
Jillian Segal's report on how to combat antisemitism in Australia - including her recommendations - is here.
Here's the recipe for French onion soup with Gruyère croutons.
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July 9, 2025 • 13 mins
The very first Birkin bag - the one made by Hermès for British actress Jane Birkin - is about to be auctioned in Paris, and even though it’s well-worn, it’s expected to fetch hundreds of thousands of dollars... The bag’s creation story is legendary, and over time it’s become one of the most coveted items in the world. So in this Squiz Shortcut, we’ll look at the story of le Birkin, how it became much more than a handbag, and why it...
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July 9, 2025 • 13 mins
Thursday, 10 July: Trump targets our pharmaceuticals; A massive wildfire in Marseille; The Maroons come out on top; And high stakes for Superman...
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Our Shortcut to the PBS is here.
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July 8, 2025 • 12 mins
Wednesday, 9 July: A surprise interest rate call; Netanyahu visits the White House again; Questions over a literary hit; And an American in Paris Fashion Week...
You can find out more about NAIDOC Week 2025 here.
Check out the Schiaparelli looks here and the Celine looks here.
And for some visual context, here's Cardi B's pearl waterfall gown (and crow!).
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July 7, 2025 • 13 mins
The leaders of some of the world’s biggest developing economies have just wrapped up a major summit in Brazil. They’re part of an alliance called BRICS, which aims to be a counterweight to Western economic and political influence in the world. The group has been growing fast in recent years and it now includes 11 nations - one of which is our close neighbour, Indonesia. So in this Squiz Shortcut, we’ll look at what BRICS is, who’s ...
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July 7, 2025 • 13 mins
Tuesday, 8 July: Erin Patterson is found guilty; A bombshell Epstein investigation; The Demon goes down to the Joker; And a giant Jurassic footprint...
You can find a deep dive into the Erin Patterson trial here and some of the evidence released by the courts here.
The recommendations from the NT Coroner's report is here.
And the holiday movie guide from Squiz Kids is here.
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July 6, 2025 • 11 mins
Monday, 7 July: More antisemitic attacks in Victoria; Deadly flash flooding in Texas; Vale Julian McMahon; And our new major league star...
You can take part in our HubSpot audience survey here.
Read some of the tributes for Aussie actor Julian McMahon from some of his Hollywood co-stars here.
And you can read TV celebrity chef Peter Russell-Clarke's obituary here.
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July 5, 2025 • 25 mins
On this episode of the Squiz Quiz. we're testing your knowledge of everything that happened in June with the Weekly Wrap co-host Jodie Speers and Content Manager Nicoletta Hay. Can you best our in-studio guests?
Here's a quick scoring guide if you're playing along at home:
The quiz has 10 questions.
Each question is worth 1 point (for a total of 10).
The final round is worth a maximum of 5 points - Andrew will read 5 quotes ab...
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July 3, 2025 • 13 mins
Friday, 4 July: Childcare changes are on the way; An Olympic funding deal is done; Dating apps are on the decline; And a meteorite from Mars...
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Here's our Shortcut to the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Check out the Martian meteorite here.
Parwana's Banjaan borani recipe (aka Afghan braised eggplant) is here.
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July 2, 2025 • 23 mins
We’ve had plenty of questions from Squizers over the last week or so about what’s going on in the news - so in Ask The Squiz, we’ll be doing our best to answer them. There’s so much going on in the world right now - it can be a lot - but it does make for some interesting topics to dive into. And today we’ve got a cross-section of topics, including the AUKUS deal, US politics and the demise of The Project. Let’s get into it…
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July 2, 2025 • 12 mins
Thursday, 3 July: Trump pushes for a ceasefire in Gaza; A verdict in the Diddy trial; Hackers target Qantas; And the zoot suit revival...
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July 1, 2025 • 13 mins
Wednesday, 2 July: The super tax debate continues; A childcare worker faces abuse charges; More sunscreen trouble; And the Royal train rolls to a stop...
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You can find our shortcut to the super tax debate here
Catch up on the history of the Royal train here.
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