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Squiz Today

A daily news podcast presented by Andrew Williams, Anna Pykett and Larissa Huntington, 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 some balance to the news of the day. News for busy people, out 6am weekday, perfect for

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10:48

The government launches a lawsuit over PFAS, and a...

Squiz Today ·

2026/05/28

Friday, 29 May: The government launches a lawsuit over PFAS; The US and Iran reach a deal; A huge upset in Paris; And a heated musical parody... Our Shortcut on PFAS is here. Here's one of the reviews of the Heated Rivalry musical parody in NYC. And last but not least - Larissa's potato pizza recommendation. Enjoy! Hosted by Alice Dempster and Andrew Williams Researched by Andrew Williams, Alice Dempster, Larissa Huntington, Anna Pykett and Sophie

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14:42

Squiz Shortcuts: Teal or no teal

Squiz Today ·

2026/05/28

You might’ve heard that several independent politicians in Australia known as ‘teals’ are looking to formalise the movement by creating a new political party. It’s early days, but experts say it’s a move to lure voters who’re looking for alternatives to the major parties - and a counter to the swell of support continuing to build for One Nation. So in this Squiz Shortcut, we’ll get you across who the teals are, what they stand for and what might come next…Squiz Recommends: Reading: This piece

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11:08

Tax changes are introduced to parliament, and NASA's...

Squiz Today ·

2026/05/27

Thursday, 28 May: Tax changes are introduced to parliament; Fighting ramps up in Lebanon; A thriller to kick off State of Origin; And NASA's grand plan... SPONSOR: ⁠Squizers ⁠can sign up to Revolut, spend and get $40. T&Cs end date and min spend apply. Consider PDS & TMD at ⁠revolut.com/AU/.⁠ Revolut Payments Australia Pty Ltd (AFSL 517589). Hosted by Alice Dempster and Andrew Williams Researched by Andrew Williams, Alice Dempster, Larissa Huntington, Anna Pykett and Sophie

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10:28

The US launches strikes on Iran, and Ferrari goes...

Squiz Today ·

2026/05/26

Wednesday, 27 May: The US launches strikes on Iran; More ISIS brides return home; The State of Origin begins; And Ferrari goes electric...SPONSOR: Squizers can sign up to Revolut, spend and get $40. T&Cs end date and min spend apply. Consider PDS & TMD at revolut.com/AU/. Revolut Payments Australia Pty Ltd (AFSL 517589). SPONSORED: eGuarantee offers a digital lease bond to help businesses free up cash flow . You can look at that new Ferrari design here. Hosted by Alice Dempster and

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15:39

Squiz Shortcuts: A Kylie commotion

Squiz Today ·

2026/05/26

The global interest in Aussie pop star Kylie Minogue has exploded over the last week, with a new 3-part documentary series dropping on Netflix. The series tracks her long and storied career - from her beginnings as an actor and soap star, to her many successful albums and reinventions, to her status now as an artist still releasing #1 singles. She’s managed to stay relevant for a long time, while even some immensely successful music acts tend to have an expiry date. So in this Squiz Shortcut, we’re

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14:22

Vale Neale Daniher, and the GOATs of cheese compete

Squiz Today ·

2026/05/25

Tuesday, 26 May: Vale Neale Daniher, investigating the Bondi Beach terror attack, more diphtheria cases in the Top End, and the goats of cheese compete Hosted by Andrew Williams and Claire Kimball Researched by Andrew Williams, Claire Kimball, Larissa Huntington, Anna Pykett and Sophie Felice Here are some resources to help if today's stories have raised concerns for you Here are the cheese rolling

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11:20

A murky peace deal between the US and Iran, and...

Squiz Today ·

2026/05/24

Monday, 25 May: A murky peace deal between the US and Iran; Tony Abbott's new role; A big change for Canada; And roaches take over in India... You can see some of the reporter's reactions to a shooting near the White House here. Hosted by Alice Dempster and Andrew Williams Researched by Andrew Williams, Alice Dempster, Larissa Huntington and Sophie

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10:29

Australia criticises an Israeli minister, and the...

Squiz Today ·

2026/05/21

Friday, 22 May: Australia criticises an Israeli minister; Our unemployment rate jumps; A Magpie breaks the AFL games record; And the reviews are in for Kylie...You can see the trailer for Kylie here. And the trailer for The Sheep Detectives here. And the recipe for Adam Liaw's chicken pot pie here. Hosted by Alice Dempster and Larissa Huntington Researched by Andrew Williams, Alice Dempster, Larissa Huntington and Sophie

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11:49

Squiz Shortcuts: The woolly history of UGG boots

Squiz Today ·

2026/05/21

UGG boots are an Australian invention loved by millions of people around the world. But while the concept is ours, the right to use the UGG name has been the subject of a long legal fight. Earlier this month, the Aussie credited with launching the boots commercially in modern times, Shane Stedman, died… He was the first to trademark the term ‘Ugh boots’ and sell them to surfers, paving the way for them to become a global fashion staple. It’s quite a ride, so strap in for a bit of a different Squiz

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10:40

More federal Budget fallout, and a teenager's lofty...

Squiz Today ·

2026/05/20

Thursday, 21 May: More federal Budget fallout; The US charges a former Cuban leader; An NRL star is diagnosed with MND; And a teenager's lofty achievement...SPONSORED: eGuarantee offers a digital lease bond to help businesses free up cash flow. SPONSORED: Squizers can sign up to Revolut, spend and get $40. T&Cs end date and min spend apply. Consider PDS & TMD at revolut.com/AU/. Revolut Payments Australia Pty Ltd (AFSL 517589). Here's our Shortcut on US-Cuba relations. And here are some of

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11:20

A former Governor-General dies, and Stephen Colbert's...

Squiz Today ·

2026/05/19

Wednesday, 20 May: A former Governor-General dies; A man is charged over a triple murder; The English Premier League heats up; And Stephen Colbert's swansong...SPONSORED: Head to nib.com.au/squiz15. *T&Cs apply.  Cover is subject to terms, conditions, limitations and exclusions outlined in the PDS. Consider the PDS, TMD and if this product is right for you. Issuer: Pacific International Insurance. If you or someone you know needs help, you can find a list of domestic violence support services

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12:48

Squiz Shortcuts: Explaining hantavirus

Squiz Today ·

2026/05/19

Hantavirus has been in the news a lot recently after an outbreak on a cruise ship called the MV Hondius made global headlines. Just 6 years after the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, the presence of another little-known virus in the news - and images of people wearing PPE as they’re moved into quarantine - has had some people very nervous. So in this Squiz Shortcut, we’ll look at what hantavirus is, how it spreads, and how the attempts to contain it might work from here. Squiz

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11:02

Putin heads to Beijing, and an asteroid blasts by Earth

Squiz Today ·

2026/05/18

Tuesday, 19 May: Putin heads to Beijing; A debate about trusts; A young star hits his stride; And an asteroid blasts by Earth... SPONSORED: ⁠eGuarantee⁠ offers a digital lease bond to help businesses free up cash flow. SPONSORED: Squizers can sign up to Revolut, spend and get $40. T&Cs end date and min spend apply. Consider PDS & TMD at revolut.com/AU/. Revolut Payments Australia Pty Ltd (AFSL 517589). Check out that asteroid live stream here. Hosted by Alice Dempster and Andrew

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10:57

An Ebola outbreak in Africa, and Delta just misses...

Squiz Today ·

2026/05/17

Monday, 18 May: An Ebola outbreak in Africa; A fatal shark attack at Rottnest; The budget reactions are in; And Delta just misses out... SPONSORED: eGuarantee offers a digital lease bond to help businesses free up cash flow. Here's Eurovision star DARA's winning song, and ⁠here's⁠ Delta Goodrem's Eurovision song, Eclipse. Hosted by Alice Dempster and Andrew Williams Researched by Andrew

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10:45

China rolls out the red carpet for Trump, and some...

Squiz Today ·

2026/05/14

Friday, 15 May: China rolls out the red carpet for Trump; Starmer's facing more problems; The Blues get it done; And some prehistoric dental work...SPONSORED: ⁠⁠Squizers ⁠⁠can sign up to Revolut, spend and get $40. T&Cs end date and min spend apply. Consider PDS & TMD at ⁠⁠revolut.com/AU/.⁠⁠ Revolut Payments Australia Pty Ltd (AFSL 517589). Here's that zucchini slice. And here's Delta Goodrem's Eurovision song, Eclipse. Hosted by Alice Dempster and Larissa Huntington Researched by Alice

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12:45

Squiz Shortcuts: Australia’s immigration debate

Squiz Today ·

2026/05/14

Along with housing, immigration has become a key issue that’s influencing votes around the country. Some experts say the current rate of immigration is putting pressure on housing and the cost of living, and it’s got the major parties looking at how they can address things as they face losing more voters to the party taking a hard line approach - One Nation. In this Squiz Shortcut, we’ll get you across the numbers, what the experts are saying and what might come next…Squiz Recommends: Reading:

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10:58

Trump and Xi prepare to meet, and the end of a rugby...

Squiz Today ·

2026/05/13

Thursday, 14 May: Trump and Xi prepare to meet; A child protection review in the NT; CommBank faces a drop; And the end of a rugby league era... SPONSORED: ⁠Squizers ⁠can sign up to Revolut, spend and get $40. T&Cs end date and min spend apply. Consider PDS & TMD at ⁠revolut.com/AU/.⁠ Revolut Payments Australia Pty Ltd (AFSL 517589). Hosted by Andrew Williams and Alice Dempster Researched by Larissa Huntington and Sophie

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10:32

Chalmers unveils the Budget, and Eurovision's back again

Squiz Today ·

2026/05/12

Wednesday, 13 May: Chalmers unveils the Budget; Another deadly military incident; A big native title payout; And Eurovision's back again...SPONSORED: Squizers can sign up to Revolut, spend and get $40. T&Cs end date and min spend apply. Consider PDS & TMD at revolut.com/AU/. Revolut Payments Australia Pty Ltd (AFSL 517589). SPONSORED: eGuarantee offers a digital lease bond to help businesses free up cash flow. You can check the ABC's Budget winners and losers guide here. And here's Delta

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18:15

Squiz Shortcuts: Is the social media ban for under...

Squiz Today ·

2026/05/12

Australia’s world-first social media ban for children under 16 has been in place for around 5 months now. New studies are out giving us a clearer picture of how it’s going, so in this Squiz Shortcut, we’ve got Squiz Kids chief Bryce Corbett with us to talk about whether it’s working, what the reaction has been, and what’s next... SPONSORED: eGuarantee offers a digital lease bond to help businesses free up cash flow . Squiz Recommends: Watching: This episode of Spotlight dives into where the

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10:48

Budget day is here, and whales make waves

Squiz Today ·

2026/05/11

Tuesday, 12 May: Budget day is here; Iran's peace proposal is rejected; Speed running into trouble; And whales make waves... SPONSORED: eGuarantee offers a digital lease bond to help businesses free up cash flow . You can find national and state support services for domestic violence survivors here. Here are some of the best Australian whale watching spots. Hosted by Andrew Williams and Alice Dempster. Researchers - Larissa Huntington and Sophie

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