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News Club

333 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 days ago - ★★★★★ - 8 ratings

Hosted by the OG Squiz team, Kate Watson and Claire Kimball, News Club is the place to go for conversations about the news.
On Saturday, The Weekly Wrap drops. It is like the weekend newspaper in audio form. We take you through the big news stories from the week that was, what's coming up, and the stuff we're recommending.
And stay tuned for our News Club interview series, where we chat with interesting people to get their takes on the issues that impact us and offer valuable insights to help make sense of the news.

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Your Shortcut to...freeing Dr Kylie Moore-Gilbert

March 10, 2021 18:55 - 12 minutes

Dr Kylie Moore-Gilbert is a 33yo British-Australian who until her arrest in Iran in 2018 was a lecturer in Islamic Studies at the University of Melbourne. She recently spoke out about her time in Iranian prison, as well as our government’s handling of her case, her release and the lasting effects of her 804-day detention. In this episode of Squiz Shortcuts we explain what hostage diplomacy is, why Moore-Gilbert found herself caught up in it, what happened to her, and how her case was handled ...

Your Shortcut to... the Royal Commission into Aged Care

March 03, 2021 18:00 - 13 minutes

Over the past two years, a Royal Commission into aged care quality and safety has heard the harrowing evidence of a broken system. It’s a system that supports 1.3 million Australians, their families and friends and the 400,000 people who work in the sector. In this episode of Squiz Shortcuts, we take a look at the system itself, why a Royal Commission was called and its findings, and where it goes from here. Check out The Squiz Today email and podcast - published 6 am each weekday, it's your ...

Your Shortcut to... Why Facebook Removed the News

February 24, 2021 18:00 - 11 minutes

Many Aussies got quite a shock when they woke up on 18 February to find no news content on their Facebook feeds. But less than a week later, following discussions with the federal government, Facebook announced it will be reversing its decision. It was the latest move in what has been a back-and-forth feud with the government and media outlets over whether they should pay to have news on their platforms. So in this episode of Squiz Shortcuts, we cover the events leading up to Facebook’s decis...

Your Shortcut to... Crown's Casino Woes

February 17, 2021 18:00 - 13 minutes

Crown Resorts is in the news after an inquiry launched by NSW's gaming regulator found it unfit to operate a newly built casino in Sydney after allegations of money laundering emerged in 2019. In this episode of Squiz Shortcuts, we take a look at the company's history, its major shareholder James Packer, what came out at that independent inquiry, and what it all means for Crown. Check out The Squiz Today email and podcast - published 6 am each weekday, it's your shortcut to the news: https://...

Your Shortcut to... the Coup in Myanmar

February 10, 2021 18:00 - 14 minutes

The coup in Myanmar is the latest flex of military muscle in a nation that is 70 years into a fight for democracy. In this episode of Squiz Shortcuts we cover Myanmar's chequered democratic history, the rise of its popular de facto civilian leader Aung San Suu Kyi and what led to the coup on 1 February. Check out The Squiz Today email and podcast - published 6 am each weekday, it's your shortcut to the news: https://www.thesquiz.com.au. Squiz recommends: The BBC’s Global News podcast. Events...

Your Shortcut to... What's Happening with the Economy

February 03, 2021 18:00 - 12 minutes

The coronavirus pandemic is not just a health crisis - it’s also delivered a once-in-100-years economic blow. We talk a lot about the health issues, so in this Squiz Shortcut, we focus on the other side of the equation. We'll get acquainted with the commonly used economic terms, look at the state of play, and outline 3 things to look out for this year. Check out The Squiz Today email and podcast - published 6 am each weekday, it's your shortcut to the news: https://www.thesquiz.com.au. Squiz...

Your Shortcut to... Biden's Agenda

January 27, 2021 18:00 - 14 minutes

In the past few months, there's been a bit happening in the United States... Democrat Joe Biden is now the president and there's been a lot of talk about what he will change, and what needs to be done to unify the nation after the turmoil of Donald Trump's stint in office. In this Squiz Shortcut, we look at Biden's top priorities, how he plans to tackle them, and why Trump still looms large. Check out The Squiz Today email and podcast - published 6 am each weekday, it's your shortcut to the ...

Your Shortcut to... the Disappearance of Alibaba's Jack Ma

January 20, 2021 18:00 - 11 minutes

As the founder and former boss of Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba, Jack Ma is one of the most powerful people in the world. Which means he's drawn the eye of the Chinese government, with the planned launch of Ma’s financial services giant Ant Group on the Shanghai and Hong Kong stock exchanges was cancelled last year after Ma criticised them. In this episode of Squiz Shortcuts, we take a look at Jack Ma himself, his rise and success, what it means to run a business venture in Communist China...

Your Shortcut to... Trump's Social Media Ban

January 13, 2021 18:00 - 14 minutes

After the assault on the US Capitol by Donald Trump supporters last week, Twitter decided to permanently suspend the President's account. It wasn’t alone - with Facebook, Snapchat, Reddit and even Pinterest making moves to restrict his presence on their platforms. In this episode of Squiz Shortcuts, we take a look at why these decisions have been taken, the rise of alternative social media platforms, and what it all means in the ongoing free speech debate. Check out The Squiz Today email and ...

Your Shortcut to... Changes to Australia's National Anthem

January 06, 2021 18:00 - 13 minutes

Discussion about our national anthem Advance Australia Fair was a big part of the start of 2021. That's because our PM announced that the song's second line, 'for we are young and free' would be officially changed to 'for we are one and free'. So in the first episode of Squiz Shortcuts for 2021 we dig into the background of our anthem, how it came to be the song for our nation, and what changes have been made to it over the years and why.  Check out The Squiz Today email and podcast - publis...

Year in Review - Part 3 (Sep-Dec)

December 30, 2020 18:00 - 14 minutes

In the third and final episode of our three-part Year in Review series, we revisit the big local and international stories that shaped September through to December, as well as the most clicked links in the Squiz Today email. The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. You can find a written version of the content here: Episode notes: Wedding announcement goes wrong Princess Mary's eldest son Prince Christian turns 15yo Rockefeller Christmas tree fail The best Christmas ad of 2020 See /pri...

Year in Review - Part 2 (May-August)

December 29, 2020 18:00 - 13 minutes

In the second episode of our three-part Year in Review series, we revisit the big local and international stories that shaped May through to August, as well as the most clicked links in the Squiz Today email. The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. You can find a written version of the content here: Episode notes: Crabs on the baggage carrier Kiwi pornography public service announcement Lockdown online shopping mishaps Roger Federer surprises fans on rooftop See /privacy for privacy an...

Year in Review - Part 1 (Jan - April)

December 28, 2020 19:00 - 13 minutes

In the first episode of our three-part Year in Review series, we revisit the big local and international stories that shaped January through to April, as well as the most clicked links in the Squiz Today email. The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. You can find a written version of the content here: Episode notes: An unlikely parrot love story  Dog training academy fail  The story behind that Harry and Meghan umbrella photo Barbie marries One Directioner Louis Tomlinson See /privacy ...

Your Shortcut to... 2020 Catch Up

December 17, 2020 23:50 - 14 minutes

2020 - it was a big one. In our final Squiz Shortcut for the year, we're aiming to achieve one thing - to catch you up on where some of the big issues are so you can impress your friends and family over the Christmas break. So we'll take you through the fall out from the bushfires, where things are at with coronavirus around the world, what's the latest between Australia and China, how our economy is faring in this year of upheaval and finally, where things landed post-US election.  Check out...

The Great Big Squiz Quiz 2020

December 17, 2020 18:00 - 24 minutes

It's a bit of fun, it's a bit festive, with a lot of laughs. Take a lighter look at year that was 2020 by joining us for The Great Big Squiz Quiz. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Your Shortcut to... Paying for the News

December 09, 2020 18:00 - 10 minutes

Australia is set to become the first place in the world where Google and Facebook will have to pay for news content, with the mandatory bargaining code currently up for debate in Parliament. In this episode of Squiz Shortcuts we'll set the scene for how we got to this point, the problem news organisations have with big tech platforms, the counterarguments from Facebook and Google and what the code will do to address each parties issues. Check out The Squiz Today email and podcast - published ...

Your Shortcut to... Shark Attacks in Australia

December 02, 2020 18:00 - 13 minutes

This year, there have so far been eight fatalities from shark attacks - the most in nearly a century - and a total of 23 attacks. So with summer upon us, public pressure is mounting to find out why this is the case. In this episode of Squiz Shortcuts, we take a look at Australia's history of shark attacks, why they seem to be becoming more prevalent, and what experts are suggesting we can do to prevent them. Check out The Squiz Today email and podcast - published 6 am each weekday, it's your...

Your Shortcut to... Who Owns the Music

November 25, 2020 18:00 - 11 minutes

Pop star Taylor Swift was MIA from the recent American Music Awards, saying she was busy re-recording all of her old music. Her fight to own the masters of her first six mega-hit albums is big news in the music industry. In this Squiz Shortcut we’re going to take a look at what master recordings are, the power relationship between a record label and an artist, and how this battle has played out before. Check out The Squiz Today email and podcast - published 6 am each weekday, it's your short...

Your Shortcuts to... Alleged War Crimes in Afghanistan

November 19, 2020 18:00 - 12 minutes

In this episode of Squiz Shortcuts we dive in to the events leading up to the release of the Brereton Report - which looks into allegations that members of our special forces committed war crimes in Afghanistan between 2005 to 2016 - as well as what we know about the report's findings, and what happens next. Defence All-Hours Support Line: 1800 628 036 / Open Arms: 1800 011 046 Check out The Squiz Today email and podcast - published 6 am each weekday, it's your shortcut to the news: https://...

Your Shortcut to... The US Elections (Part 5): What Went Down

November 11, 2020 06:12 - 12 minutes

As we come down from a frantic week of wall-to-wall US election talk, this final episode in our shortcut on the US elections covers how it all went down. We take a look at how America voted; how the House and the Senate vote played out, and what happens in the lead up to Joe Biden's inauguration on 20 January. Squiz Shortcuts gives you the backstory to the big stories. Check out The Squiz Today email and podcast - published 6 am each weekday, it's your shortcut to the news: https://www.thesqu...

Your Shortcut to... the US Elections (Part 4): Navigating Election Day

November 02, 2020 06:24 - 14 minutes

In Part 4 of our Squiz Shortcut series in the lead up to the US election, we arm you with handy information that'll help as you tune into the see the results. We take a look at the important numbers, how demographics play a part, what the key battleground states are, when you can expect a results and finally, what's being predicted. Squiz Shortcuts gives you the backstory to the big stories. Check out The Squiz Today email and podcast - published 6 am each weekday, it's your shortcut to the n...

Your Shortcut to...the US Elections (Part 3): the Policy Debate

October 28, 2020 09:34 - 9 minutes

If you've been tuning into to news about the US election it would be easy to think the race to the White House is only about character. So in Part Three of our four-part Squiz Shortcuts series in the lead up to the US election, we take a step back from the personality contest, and look at the what each candidate will bring to to the table on policy issues including foreign affairs, climate change, immigration, racial injustice and of course, the coronavirus.  Squiz Shortcuts gives you the bac...

Your Shortcut to...the US Elections (Part 2): the Presidential Race

October 21, 2020 20:26 - 9 minutes

In the second episode of our four-part Shortcuts series in the lead up to the US election we tackle the Presidential Race - so we're talking the electoral college system and how a the President actually wins the election.  Squiz Shortcuts gives you the backstory to the big stories. Check out The Squiz Today email and podcast - published 6 am each weekday, it's your shortcut to the news: https://www.thesquiz.com.au Squiz recommends: Squiz Shortcut - US Elections The Pew Research Centre analysi...

Your Shortcut to... the US Elections (Part 1): the Congressional Races

October 19, 2020 00:18 - 10 minutes

This is the first in our four part series in the lead up to the US Election on 3 November. We're going to start though outside of the presidential race itself, and have a look at the other important races that are being run on the same day - and thats the US Senate and the House of Representatives. So strap yourself in for round one, as we take a look at the implications these elections have for governing in the US, and what's happening in those races in the lead up to 3 November.  Squiz Shor...

Your Shortcut to... the US Elections: the Congressional Races

October 14, 2020 18:00 - 10 minutes - 14.5 MB

This is the first in our four part series in the lead up to the US Election on 3 November. We're going to start though outside of the presidential race itself, and have a look at the other important races that are being run on the same day - and thats the US Senate and the House of Representatives. So strap yourself in for round one, as we take a look at the implications these elections have for governing in the US, and what's happening in those races in the lead up to 3 November.  Squiz Sh...

Your Shortcut to... Protests in Thailand

September 30, 2020 19:00 - 10 minutes

Thailand has a particularly turbulent political history. It's got a lot of beautiful beaches, but it's also got military coups and a monarchy that's central to its national character. It's also one of the few places in the world with lèse majesté laws, which is tricky because their current king is quite a colourful character... A recent protest movement has been in the news a bit lately, and in this episode of Squiz Shortcuts, we'll take a look at why Thailand is unique amongst southeast Asia...

Your Shortcut to... Australia's Border Restrictions

September 23, 2020 19:00 - 11 minutes

The lockdown of our national border along with state and territory borders, have become some of the most contentious issues of the coronavirus crisis. In this episode of Squiz Shortcuts, we look at why our borders closed in the first place, how it has unfolded and the impact it has had. Squiz Shortcuts gives you the backstory to the big stories. Check out The Squiz Today email and podcast - published 6 am each weekday, it's your shortcut to the news: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/ Squiz Recomme...

Your Shortcut to... the Australia-China Relationship

September 16, 2020 19:00 - 11 minutes

It seems like every week, there's a new low in the Australia-China relationship. From trade disputes to diplomatic arguments - these have been some of the biggest news stories of the year. But it wasn't always like this. So in this episode of Squiz Shortcuts, we're taking a look at how Australia's ties with China were established, how we've thrived together - and how we've recently hit some very choppy waters. Squiz Shortcuts gives you the backstory to the big stories. Check out The Squiz Tod...

Your Shortcut to... Vladimir Putin

September 09, 2020 19:58 - 11 minutes

Vladimir Putin, the President of Russia, is in the news a lot. Whether it's on the diplomatic trail, in dealings with the US and other big nations, or in relation to the poisoning of political opponents, he's someone worth knowing a bit more about. In this episode of Squiz Shortcuts, we take a look at who he is, how he came to be the leader, his broad agenda and how he is using his increasing power. Squiz Shortcuts gives you the backstory to the big stories. Check out The Squiz Today email an...

Your Shortcut to... Aged Care in Australia

September 02, 2020 20:00 - 10 minutes

"It’s not easy growing old. We avoid thinking and talking about it." That's how the interim report from the Royal Commission into aged care starts. Since it was released in October 2019, we've been hearing a lot about the sector, especially as its been significantly affected by COVID-19. In this episode of Squiz Shortcuts, we look at how the sector is set up, who's responsible for it, and the massive challenges it faces. Squiz Shortcuts gives you the backstory to the big stories. Check out Th...

Your Shortcut to... Mail-in Voting in the US Election

August 26, 2020 20:00 - 8 minutes

The 2020 US presidential election is happening in November, but with the country still in the grip of COVID-19, there's a lot of talk about how the vote will be carried out, and more specifically, the role of mail-in voting. In this episode of Squiz Shortcuts, we take a look at how US elections work, what mail-in voting is, and the issues surrounding it. Squiz Shortcuts gives you the backstory to the big stories. Check out The Squiz Today email and podcast - published 6 am each weekday, it's ...

Your Shortcut to... the US Vice Presidential Race

August 19, 2020 20:00 - 9 minutes

In this episode of Squiz Shortcuts we take a look at the role of the Vice President of America, and learn a bit more about the current veep, Mike Pence, and the potential veep, Kamala Harris. Squiz Shortcuts gives you the backstory to the big stories. Check out The Squiz Today email and podcast - published 6 am each weekday, it's your shortcut to the news: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/ Squiz Recommends:  NYT profile on Kamala Harris Business Insider - Inside the 34-year marriage of Mike Pence ...

Your Shortcut to... Vaccines

August 12, 2020 20:00 - 11 minutes

A vaccine for the coronavirus is being held out as the thing that's going to get the world back on track. In this episode of Squiz Shortcuts we look at what a vaccine is, how it's developed, and the challenges public health officials are facing with finding one for COVID-19.   Squiz Recommends: Squiz Shortcuts - Infectious Diseases NYT The Daily - The Vaccine Trust Problem See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Your Shortcut to... Yemen

August 05, 2020 19:30 - 12 minutes

It's one of the Arab world's poorest countries and in recent years has been devastated by a civil war. Millions of civilians are now starving and thousands have died. The conflict itself is complicated. In this episode we step through the origins of the conflict and what it has meant for the people of Yemen. Squiz Recommends: UNICEF - Yemen: https://www.unicef.org/emergencies/yemen-crisis Secretary Clinton: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=es-Tc0bMUKA See /privacy for privacy and opt-out info...

Your shortcut to... Vaping

July 29, 2020 19:45 - 8 minutes

It comes up a bit in the news due to concerns about the health effects. In this episode we’ll take you through exactly what vaping is, the arguments for and against, as well as how it is regulated both here in Australia, and abroad. Squiz Recommends: BBC "The Inquiry - Vaping" - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-inquiry/id932499233?i=1000454551494 The New Yorker - A b=Beginner's Guide to Vaping - https://www.newyorker.com/humor/daily-shouts/a-beginners-guide-to-vaping See /privacy fo...

Your shortcut to... Facebook

July 22, 2020 20:00 - 12 minutes

It's the biggest social media platform in the world so inevitably Facebook is in the news a lot. In this episode we take a look at how Facebook makes money, how it collects and uses our data and how at times that has the platform in a bit of strife. Squiz Shortcuts is the backstory to the big news stories. Squiz Recommends: The Social Network - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1285016/ Facebook Activity Tool - https://www.vox.com/2020/1/28/21112380/facebook-activity-tool-data See /privacy for pr...

Your Shortcut to... TikTok

July 15, 2020 19:30 - 10 minutes

Squiz recommends: Forbes profile on Zhang Yim- https://www.forbes.com/sites/giacomotognini/2019/11/04/meet-zhang-yiming-the-chinese-billionaire-behind-tiktok/#24f55b3475b3 Mallee Boy - https://www.tiktok.com/@malleeboy3490?source=h5_m See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Your shortcut to... Israel and Palestine

July 08, 2020 20:02 - 10 minutes

The conflict between Israel and Palestine is in essence a fight over territory. But it is so much more that with religion, nationalism, and a lot of history behind it. Consider this episode a starting points as we take a look at Israel and Palestine, what they are fighting over, and why America and others are involved in this immensely complicated conflict. Squiz recommends: BBC Israel profile - https://www.bbc.com/news/world-middle-east-14628835 Vox Israel-Palestine Explainer - https://www.v...

Your shortcut to... Donald Trump

July 01, 2020 20:00 - 13 minutes

Donald Trump is probably the most talked about person on the planet. The leader of the free world had a colourful path to becoming President of the United States - and a turbulent time in office so far. In this episode we take a look at a young Donald Trump, his family, his business and showbiz careers as well as his politics. Squiz Recommends: Barbara Walters interview with Donald and Melania Trump: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lgYTCHrWkxI Washington Post "Donald Trump's misleading claims...

Your shortcut to... Joe Biden

June 24, 2020 20:00 - 11 minutes

He's the Democratic candidate running against Donald Trump in November's presidential election. A former vice president, Biden's been around American politics a long time. This episode takes a look at his background, his family, his politics and how he came to be the man up against Trump come November. . Squiz Shortcuts gives you the backstory to the big stories. Check out The Squiz Today email and podcast - published 6 am each weekday, it's your shortcut to the news: https://www.thesquiz.com...

Your Shortcut to... China's Belt and Road Initiative

June 17, 2020 19:00 - 10 minutes

It's one of Chinese President Xi Jinping’s most ambitious foreign policy initiatives - and it's contentious. Officially called One Belt, One Road it's all about China investing in big infrastructure projects across the world. In this episode we take a look at what China is setting out to do, which nations have signed up and why it’s causing concern, especially here in Australia. . Squiz Shortcuts gives you the backstory to the big stories. Check out The Squiz Today email and podcast - publish...

Your Shortcut to... Royal Commissions

June 10, 2020 19:55 - 9 minutes

In this Shortcut we'll look at what a Royal Commission is, the power and effectiveness of Royal Commissions, and take a quick look at the ones currently running. Squiz Shortcuts is your shortcut to more than the headlines. Squiz Recommends: Black Summer, the ABC - https://www.abc.net.au/news/2020-02-03/inside-the-australian-bushfires-crisis/11890458 . ABC's interview with Nicola Gobbo (Lawyer X): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Z4kDCeUVt0 . Check out The Squiz Today - a free weekday email an...

Your Shortcut To... Civil Rights in America

June 03, 2020 19:30 - 12 minutes

We take a look at the history of slavery in America, the fight for civil rights, and what's happening now. Squiz Shortcuts - The Back Story To The Big Stories . Sign up to The Squiz - a weekday email that's your shortcut to the news www.thesquiz.com.au . Squiz Recommends: The Smithsonian Museum – Talking About Race . Childish Gambino, This is America and the break down the video here. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Your shortcut to... Xi Jinping

May 27, 2020 20:00 - 11 minutes

Xi Jinping is the man in charge of China. So, let’s take a look at who he is, how he came to be the leader, his broad agenda and how he is using his increasing power. Squiz Shortcuts gives you the backstory to the big stories. Check out The Squiz Today email and podcast - published 6 am each weekday, it's your shortcut to the news: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/ . Squiz Recommends: The New Yorker – Xi Jinping The Guardian – China Bans Winnie The Pooh See /privacy for privacy and opt-out inform...

Your shortcut to ... the South China Sea

May 20, 2020 19:52 - 11 minutes

It's the big 'un of global politics... we're talking the South China Sea. By popular request we explain why it is so strategically important, the competing claims to it, and how the world is managing China's increasing presence in the region. . Squiz Recommends: Map Men - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ypMCK7NcbxU . The Squiz Today is a free weekday email and podcast that's your shortcut to the news. Sign up at https://www.thesquiz.com.au . See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Your Shortcut to... The Federation

May 13, 2020 20:00 - 11 minutes

With the coronavirus crisis requiring a coordinated response between the federal government and our states and territories we take a step back and look at how the federation operates. In this episode we focus on its formation, we talk you through how responsibilities are split, the structures that have been put in place to coordinate those responsibilities as well as how some of it has been rethought recently. . Squiz Recommends: The Federation - Parliamentary Education Office Henry Parkes "T...

Your shortcut to... the World Health Organisation

May 06, 2020 19:00 - 11 minutes

We don't need to tell you why the World Health Organisation is in the news a lot lately. That's why you might want to know a bit more about how it operates, the guy in charge, and some of the criticisms centred at it of late. Squiz Recommends: Inside Bill's Brain - https://www.netflix.com/au/title/80184771 Time Magazine "Dr Tedros" - https://time.com/5735544/world-health-organization-chief-tedros-adhanom-ghebreyesus-interview/ Get in touch: [email protected] See /privacy for privacy and ...

Your Shortcut to... Coronavirus Key People (Prof. Brendan Murphy, Greg Hunt and Neville Power)

April 29, 2020 20:00 - 12 minutes

They're some of the key people involved in our coronavirus response. So, who are they and what are we relying on them for? This week on Squiz Shortcuts we tell you a bit about each of these men and the role they're playing during this health and economic emergency. Squiz Recommends: AFR: https://www.afr.com/companies/mining/man-of-resource-nev-power-s-wild-ride-to-the-top-20140802-j6yr1 Insiders Interview: https://www.abc.net.au/insiders/greg-hunt-and-brendan-murphy-joins-insiders/12057676 ...

Your Shortcut to... Recession

April 21, 2020 19:30 - 10 minutes

Hand in hand with the measures being used to contain the spread of Covid-19 comes the economic consequences. While we are flattening the curve, businesses are shutting down and unemployment is rising. Talking about economics can be as exciting as watching paint dry, but once you get your head around some basic concepts, it is, shock horror, actually quite interesting. In this Squiz Shortcut we're going to take you through some economic fundamentals that'll help give some context to what is ha...

A Squiz Kids Shortcut: Kids-only Coronavirus Q&A with Prime Minister Scott Morrison

April 17, 2020 20:00 - 12 minutes

Prime Minister Scott Morrison answers kids' questions about Coronavirus, in a kids-only Q&A. Squiz Kids is a news podcast just for kids. A short weekday podcast, created here in Australia, that gives kids (and their adults) the rundown on the big news stories, delivered without opinion, and with positivity and humour. ‘Kid-friendly news that keeps them up to date without all the nasties’ (A Squiz Parent) This Australian podcast for kids easily fits into the morning routine - helping curiou...

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