Squiz Today
1,818 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsAn Australian news podcast that'll get you across the main Australian news and international news stories of the day. It's like your smart friend taking you through it, always with a quirky/good news story or two as well. Opinion-free, agenda-free news, with a touch of analysis and an eye on what's coming next. You'll be across the news in under 10 mins, perfect for your morning routine.
Get across the news on your commute, at the gym, or over your morning coffee - out each weekday at 6am, The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed.
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Episodes
Wednesday, 16 January - We never go out of style
January 15, 2019 19:01 - 9 minutesDetails of the Jayme Closs kidnapping emerge; Scott Morrison heads to the Pacific Islands; Fish kill in our rivers; And thing that are going viral. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Tuesday, 15 January - Oh we should eat some scrambled eggs
January 14, 2019 19:02 - 9 minutesThe UK parliament is set to vote on Brexit this week; Trump takes to Twitter on Turkey; 120 million pilgrims to visit one city in India between now and March; And the insta-famous egg. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Monday, 14 January - Throwing it all away
January 13, 2019 18:37 - 8 minutesMore details on the withdrawal of US troops from Syria; Saudi refugee Rahaf Alqunun arrives in Canada; A gas explosion in Paris; And the Australian Open starts in Melbourne today. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Friday, 11 January - I can't go any further than this
January 10, 2019 18:53 - 9 minutesThe US shutdown is set to continue as Trump visit the border; A victorian man has been arrested over consulate parcels; Jeff Bezos's fortune; And Friday Lites. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Thursday, 10 January - Don't touch my hair
January 09, 2019 19:04 - 9 minutesSuspicious packages sent consulates and embassies in Australian; The government looks for support for a national register of child sex offenders; Darkening skies for the worlds economy; And John Travolta's hair. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Wednesday, 9 January - Smoke gets in your eyes
January 08, 2019 19:01 - 9 minutesWe talk tech as Samsung announces profit drop; Flights grounded at Heathrow due to drone sighting; Kim Jong Un turns 35; And it's January so some tennis news. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Tuesday, 8 January - Don't stop me now
January 07, 2019 18:54 - 8 minutesProperty prices and the economy; Saudi teenager who was seeking asylum in Australia won't be deported from Thailand; India wins it first ever test series in Australia and the world's most tweeted tweet. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Monday, 7 January - Y'all ready for this?
January 06, 2019 18:52 - 9 minutesThe latest on the US government shutdown; protests in St Kilda; Chinas comments on Taiwan; And the Today Show's new lineup. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Friday, 21 December - All perfect light and promises
December 20, 2018 18:51 - 9 minutesThe last Squiz of 2018 - Trump withdraws troops from Syria; Reports Japan is looking to recommence commercial whaling; Steve Smith's new ad; And Friday Lites. Merry Christmas everyone! See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Thursday 20 December - It'll be alright
December 19, 2018 18:52 - 10 minutesEnergy policy for your Thursday; Karl Stefanovic; NZ will vote to legalise recreational cannabis; And Ken from Wales. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Wednesday, 19 December - Welcome to the Hotel California
December 18, 2018 19:06 - 10 minutesA report into Russian interference on social media during the 2016 Presidential election; Drownings near Coffs Harbour; Majak Daw in hospital; And Bambi for criminals. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Squiz'splains - Christmas
December 18, 2018 17:33 - 18 minutesAs we wind down, this episode of Squiz’splains looks into the where our Christmas traditions come from, and some of the more surprising traditions from around the world. Plus, we'll tell you about the podcasts, books, movies, TV shows and recipes we liked this year. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Tuesday, 18 December - As we walk in fields of gold
December 17, 2018 18:48 - 9 minutesA political scandal disrupts the government's surplus announcement; Chris Dawson to be released on bail; Quick world new update and King of the Sting See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Monday, 17 December - It's only words
December 16, 2018 17:43 - 9 minutesSome background on our new Governor-General; Bill Shorten outlines his policy agenda at Labor's National Conference; Climate talks conclude in Poland; And watch out for crocs on the roads. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Friday, 14 December - Her hands are never cold
December 13, 2018 18:48 - 9 minutesA couple of policy announcements for your Friday; Theresa May survives as UK Prime Minister; The most Googled terms of 2018; And the $100 million wedding. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Thursday, 13 December - I whip my hair back and forth
December 12, 2018 18:54 - 9 minutesThe implications of the arrest of Huawei's CFO; Theresa May faces leadership challenge; Trump's former lawyer Michael Cohen is sentenced and Vladimir Putin with hair. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Wednesday, 12 December - Viva Las Vegas
December 11, 2018 18:46 - 8 minutesPopulation the hot topic as our state and territory leaders meet with the PM; Theresa May heads to Europe for more Brexit talks; Time magazine announces its people of the year; And Voyager 2 enters interstellar space. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Tuesday, 11 December - Might as well jump
December 10, 2018 18:46 - 8 minutesMore is revealed about the murder of Jamal Khashoggi; UK PM Theresa May delays Brexit vote: The ACCC has a look at tech giants; And the world's oldest skydiver - she's from Adelaide. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Monday, 10 December - Get up, stand up
December 09, 2018 18:48 - 8 minutes125,000 people take part in violent protests across France; The final Newspoll of the year; Yemen peace talks continue in Sweden; And the Grammys. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Friday, 7 December - Do you want to know a secret?
December 06, 2018 18:59 - 9 minutesParliament wraps for the year; former Archbishop of Adelaide Philip Wilson walks free; Chris Dawson pleads not guilty; And Friday Lites. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Thursday, 6 December - She's my cherry pie
December 05, 2018 19:05 - 9 minutesChris Dawson, the subject of The Australian's The Teacher's Pet podcast series has been arrested; Final day of parliament - we'll tell you what's on; Tough week for Theresa May as Brexit decision looms; And who was best dressed Beyonce or Ed Sheeran? See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Wednesday, 5 December - Here comes the sun
December 04, 2018 19:05 - 9 minutesThe brother of Usman Khawaja arrested yesterday; Encryption laws set to pass parliament; An announcement about live sheep exports; And a bit of controversy in world soccer. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Tuesday, 4 December - You can leave your hat on
December 03, 2018 19:00 - 9 minutesRoyal commission in Vic; The liberal party room votes to make it more difficult to bring on a leadership spill; Laura Ashley goes under in Australia; And Claire's in Hawaii so pardon the audio quality. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Monday, 3 December - I ain't worried 'bout nothin'
December 02, 2018 18:58 - 9 minutesWrap of the G20 Leaders Summit; Final parliamentary sitting week of the year; Protests in France escalate; And Knickers is still making headlines. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Friday, 30 November - What's the use of worrying?
November 29, 2018 19:01 - 10 minutesThe world's largest economies to meet in Argentina on the weekend; Adani to commence construction on coal mine in Qld; The death of a schoolie on the Gold Coast; And Friday Lites. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Thursday, 29 November - I love rock and roll
November 28, 2018 18:53 - 9 minutesFires in Qld and floods in NSW; NZ bans Chinese telco Huawei from its 5G network; The creator of SpongeBob SquarePants has died; And the ARIAs. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Wednesday, 28 November - We are never ever ever getting back together
November 27, 2018 18:54 - 9 minutesLiberal MP Julia Banks moves to the crossbench; Sydney braces for floods; Aussie surfer Stephanie Gilmore wins her seventh world title; And the White House Christmas decorations. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Tuesday, 27 November - You must be my lucky star
November 26, 2018 19:05 - 7 minutesThe life of Bonita Mabo; Tension at the US/Mexico border; The $7 wine that's worth a go; And today's Mars landing. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Monday, 26 November - Never smile at a crocodile
November 25, 2018 18:59 - 9 minutesWash up from the Victorian election; Brexit goes through the EU; Black Friday pulls in billons of shopping dollars; And a big win for our women's cricket team. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Friday, 23 November - Woy yoy yoy, woy woy yoy yoy
November 22, 2018 19:02 - 11 minutesVictorian election tomorrow; The man killed by a tribe on the remote island of North Sentinel; the man accused of killing one of top cops in 1989 found not guilty; And a song lyric you won't want to miss. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Thursday, 22 November - Another one bites the dust
November 21, 2018 18:53 - 9 minutesDonald Trump's statement on Saudi Arabia; Renae Lawrence released from jail; Our Prime Minister meets with Muslim Leaders; And which brands we trust? See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Wednesday, 21 November - I've been to Bali too
November 20, 2018 18:59 - 7 minutesBali 9 member Renae Lawrence set to be released from jail this morning; Three men arrested in Melbourne over terror plot; Ivanka Trump's emails; And our first couple to tackle the Three Minute Squiz. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Tuesday, 20 November - It's hip to be square
November 19, 2018 19:06 - 8 minutesThe Fairfax and Nine merger; Jarryd Hayne arrested and charged; China and cyber-attacks; And wombat poo. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Monday, 19 November - I never worry, now that is a lie
November 18, 2018 18:58 - 8 minutesA wrap of APEC; Law and order in Victoria ahead of the state election this weekend; Latest on California fires; And a spectacular crash at the Macau Grand Prix. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Friday, 16 November - I just want to tell you that I've had enough
November 15, 2018 18:51 - 9 minutesAn update on how Brexit is going; Scott Morrison heads to Darwin; Unemployment stays low; And Friday Lites. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Thursday, 15 November - I see fire and I see rain
November 14, 2018 18:44 - 7 minutesDonald Trumps' 'five days of fury'; Three men convicted of terror charges; Opt in or opt out - we talk the My Health Record database; And Squiz'splains - Jobs is out today. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Squiz'splains - Jobs (Ep 3)
November 14, 2018 08:02 - 22 minutesSquiz'splains is your shortcut to more than the headlines. This is our take on jobs - we take a looks at the changing nature of work, what jobs will be replaced by automation and what workplaces might look like in the future. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Wednesday, 14 November - All the stars are closer
November 13, 2018 19:02 - 9 minutesScott Morrison heads to the ASEAN Summit in Singapore; California fire labeled the states deadliest; Recordings from the assassination of journalist Jamal Khashoggi; And how to properly assemble a Bunnings sausage sanga. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Tuesday, 13 November - I can't feel my face when I'm with you
November 12, 2018 18:59 - 9 minutesThe tale of renowned drug boss El Chapo as he stands trial in New York; A warning from the Victorian Police Commissioner; A bit on Brexit; And Michelle Obama's book. 'Ava good Tuesday. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Monday, 12 November - I do it solo
November 11, 2018 19:11 - 9 minutesUpdate on terror attack in Melbourne last Friday; A plebiscite on the royals if Labor wins the federal election; A Qld woman accused of putting needles in strawberries; And boyfriend arm pillows. It's a thing. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Friday, 9 November - We're not gonna to take it
November 08, 2018 18:59 - 9 minutesNSW Labor Leader Luke Foley resigns; The bodies of four people have been found in the NT outback; Donald Trump sacks Attorney-General Jeff Sessions; And the Aussie executive announced as chair of Tesla. Friday, people. It's Friday... See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Thursday, 8 November - We're far from the shallow now
November 07, 2018 19:01 - 10 minutesThe results from the US midterm elections; Property prices may be dropping by more than predicted; Energy bosses, the energy minister and the elephant; And our verdict on KFC fries. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Squiz'splains - Retail (Ep 2)
November 07, 2018 18:59 - 25 minutesSquiz'splains is your shortcut to more than the headlines. This is our take on retail - how do we shop, how has that changed, and what will Amazon do to get us shopping more online? Because who doesn't like a bit of retail therapy? Get ready to be Squiz'splained. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Wednesday, 7 November - How sweet the sound
November 06, 2018 18:51 - 8 minutesA wrap up of Melbourne Cup; Mark Latham set to re-enter politics; Voting opens for the US midterms; And the Thai cave boys' movie deal. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Tuesday, 6 November - Livin' on the edge
November 05, 2018 18:57 - 9 minutesIt's Melbourne Cup Day so we arm you with some conversation starters; A fatal shark attack in the Whitsundays; Our foreign minister will meet with her counterpart in China on Thursday; And a surprise bit of news from Claire. Have a great Tuesday. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Monday, 5 November - Everybody was kung fu fighting
November 04, 2018 18:52 - 9 minutesA quick guide to the US midterm elections; Our Trade Minister heads to China; New Caledonia votes on sovereignty; And you can't bring dogs in hand luggage to Australia. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Friday, 2 November - You messed about I caught you out
November 01, 2018 18:58 - 9 minutesCricket Australia set to get a new chairman; Donald Trump's controversial campaign ad; We run through some notable percentages; And Friday Lites. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Thursday, 1 November - Never break the chain
October 31, 2018 18:53 - 9 minutesFindings of a report into the death of sheep on a live export ship: The Morrison government will relocate all asylum seeker children on Nauru to Australia this year; Family dispute said to be behind murders around Mildura, VIC; And fair dinkum power.... See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Wednesday, 31 October - We don't talk anymore
October 30, 2018 18:41 - 9 minutesDetails in the defamation case brought by actor Geoffrey Rush; More information on what happened to the Lion Air flight that crashed into the Java Sea; Concerns about China from our intelligence chiefs; And the title of 'the most Instagram followers' changes hands. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Squiz'splains - Health (Ep1)
October 30, 2018 17:45 - 22 minutesSquiz'splains is your shortcut to more than the headlines. In this podcast we step back and take a look at some of the fundamentals of Australia's health and how we compare with the world. We even got to have a chat with Deborah Hutton (squeal...). Get ready to be Squiz’splained. See /privacy for privacy and opt-out information.