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Squiz Today

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

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11:01

Your Shortcut to... the fight over salmon farming in...

Squiz Today ·

2025/03/25

There’s been a fight brewing in Tasmania for a while now between salmon producers, locals, and environmental groups - and the Albanese Government has now weighed in with new laws to protect the salmon industry. So in this Squiz Shortcut, we’ll dive into why salmon farming is on the nose with some Tasmanians, what it's worth to the state, and why it’s become an important issue in the upcoming federal election. Squiz Recommends: Listening: This episode of the ABC’s Tassiecast podcast dives a little

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12:05

A big US merger tanks with investors, and a comeback...

Squiz Today ·

2025/03/24

Tuesday, 25 March: Pushback against a US merger; Turkey's opposition leader is jailed; A fishy election issue; And a comeback for the ages... The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). Sign our petition for the fight against fake news - but please DO NOT make a donation (it does not go to Squiz Kids...). SPONSORED: To plan your next trip to Canberra, head to

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11:33

The WFH debate flares up again, and a sharktopus strikes

Squiz Today ·

2025/03/23

Monday, 24 March: The WFH debate flares up again; Canada heads for an election; The US pulls uni funding; And a sharktopus strikes... The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). Sign our petition for the fight against fake news - but please DO NOT make a donation (it does not go to Squiz Kids...). SPONSORED: To plan your next trip to Canberra, head to

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12:19

Protecting the PBS, and what's the hottest hot cross...

Squiz Today ·

2025/03/20

Friday 21 March: The US takes aim at our PBS; Protests kick off in Turkey; The new kid on the track; And our hottest hot cross buns.The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). SPONSORED: To plan your next trip to Canberra, head to visitcanberra.com.au Here's our shortcut to the PBS Here's our shortcut to President Trump's tariffs Here's the Donna Hay Hot Cross Bun

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13:00

Your Shortcut to... What the PBS is all about

Squiz Today ·

2025/03/20

The Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) provides affordable access to necessary medicines for all Australians. It’s one of the cornerstones of our health system - but as with so many issues in the news at the moment, all roads lead to US President Donald Trump… So in this Squiz Shortcut, we get you across where the scheme fits, how it works, and the issues bubbling under the surface of the US-Australia alliance. Squiz Recommends: Reading: This article from the Sydney Morning Herald gives a good

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11:51

Stranded astronauts are home, and a fish of the year...

Squiz Today ·

2025/03/19

Thursday, 20 March: Stranded astronauts make it back safely; An Aussie JFK connection; the mystery of the missing Netflix show, and an upset winner in fish of the year. The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). SPONSORED: To plan your next trip to Canberra, head to visitcanberra.com.au Here's our shortcut to the stranded astronauts from last year This is what a

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10:47

Fighting resumes in Gaza, and a rare move from the...

Squiz Today ·

2025/03/18

Wednesday, 19 March: Fighting resumes in Gaza; Trump v the Supreme Court; An ancient fish fossil is found; And a rare move from the Academy... The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). SPONSORED: To plan your next trip to Canberra, head to visitcanberra.com.au You can check out Hugh Jackman's Oscars opening number here. Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast

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11:48

Your Shortcut to... Fentanyl and the opioid crisis

Squiz Today ·

2025/03/18

A powerful pain relief drug called fentanyl has been in the news a lot lately, and it’s frequently mentioned as being one of the reasons for the US imposing steep tariffs on Mexico, China and Canada. So in this Squiz Shortcut, we’ll look at what the drug is, why it’s become a huge issue in the US and around the world, and what it’s got to do with tariffs. Squiz Recommends: Listening/Reading: Our Shortcut to Trump’s tariffs will get you across what the US President is trying to achieve with his

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10:46

The CFMEU's in trouble again, and a good day for spuds

Squiz Today ·

2025/03/17

Tuesday, 18 March: The CFMEU's in trouble again; A power struggle in Israel; Headed for a deficit; And a good day for spuds... The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). SPONSORED: To plan your next trip to Canberra, head to visitcanberra.com.au Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties! Newshounds, by

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13:43

Aussie troops might go to Ukraine, and surviving 95...

Squiz Today ·

2025/03/16

Monday, 17 March: A chance of Aussie peacekeepers in Ukraine; US airstrikes hit Yemen; Piastri spins out of the Formula 1; And surviving 95 days at sea... The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). SPONSORED: Here is the link for the Hubspot survey. Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties! Newshounds,

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22:54

The Squiz Quiz of February

Squiz Today ·

2025/03/15

Reckon you're full bottle on everything that happened in February? Well, time to test your mettle on the Squiz Quiz of the month! Quizmaster Andrew Williams is joined by returning January champ Claire Kimball and new challenger Larissa Huntington to test their memories. Can you beat our Squiz news experts in the studio? 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

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12:50

More tariff trouble, and a twist on a Greek treat

Squiz Today ·

2025/03/13

The tariff fallout continues; Russia pushes back on a ceasefire; Pokemon Go is on the move; And a twist on a Greek treat... SPONSORED: Here is the link for the Hubspot survey. SPONSORED: To plan your next trip to Canberra, head to visitcanberra.com.au You can find a handy list of sites to help compare power prices in this article. If you plan to whip up some spanakorizo, you'll find the recipe here. And you can check out the 100 best sports moments of the century here. The Squiz is your shortcut

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11:27

Your Shortcut to... Former Philippine president...

Squiz Today ·

2025/03/13

The former president of the Philippines, Rodrigo Duterte, was arrested this week for crimes against humanity that were allegedly committed during his ‘war on drugs’. The International Criminal Court, which issued the warrant, claims that tens of thousands of people were killed as a result of Duterte’s crackdown when he was leader. So in this Squiz Shortcut, we’ll get you across his time as president, his arrest, and his enduring popularity in the Philippines. Squiz Recommends: Watching/listening:

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11:10

A decision on Australia's tariff exemption, and a...

Squiz Today ·

2025/03/12

Thursday, 13 March: No tariff exemption for Australia; A possible ceasefire in Ukraine; A local equipped with a heart, And a test of still... SPONSORED: Here is the link for the Hubspot survey. SPONSORED: To plan your next trip to Canberra, head to visitcanberra.com.au The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious

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11:14

A tough week for global markets, and songs fit for a...

Squiz Today ·

2025/03/11

Wednesday, 12 March: A tough week for global markets; Duterte is arrested; A mega NRL deal; And songs fit for a King... SPONSORED: Here is the link for the Hubspot survey. You can read up about the King's playlist here. The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the

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12:30

Your Shortcut to... Why the US wants Greenland

Squiz Today ·

2025/03/11

US President Donald Trump has made a lot of announcements in the short time he’s been back in the White House - but one that has raised some big questions is his intention for the US to take over Greenland. It’s election time on the island - which is ruled by Denmark - and its future direction has never been more in focus. So in this Squiz Shortcut, we’ll catch you up on all things Greenland, why it’s important to the US, and why so many people are watching its next moves closely. Squiz

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11:29

Flooding in the wake of Alfred, and some enterprising...

Squiz Today ·

2025/03/10

Tuesday, 11 March: Flooding after Alfred; A Dural caravan plot update; A golfer to keep your eye on; And some chefs get thirsty... SPONSORED: Here is the link for the Hubspot survey. The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties! Newshounds, by Squiz Kids - a free

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12:12

Alfred makes landfall; and an Aussie dog show champ

Squiz Today ·

2025/03/09

Monday, 10 March: Alfred makes landfall in the east; Labor romps home in the west; an update on Gene Hackman's death; and an Aussie champ at CruftsSPONSORED: Here is the correct link for the Hubspot survey. Apologies for the confusion on Friday and thanks so much for helping us out. Here's some info on the borzoi - and here's a video from Crufts on flyball The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s

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19:20

It's our 8th birthday - what's next?

Squiz Today ·

2025/03/07

The Squiz is turning 8, if you can believe it - so we thought it was a good time to have a quick chat to the Squiz Today OGs Claire Kimball and Kate Watson about the journey so far and where to from here. We talk about how we've grown, who's coming in to help out and how you can help as well. We have lots of exciting plans - and the mystery of whether Andrew is actually Hamish Blake in disguise is solved... Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news

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12:36

Cyclone watch continues, and man's best friend...

Squiz Today ·

2025/03/06

Friday, 7 March: Cyclone watch continues; The US and Hamas make contact; Vale Fred Stolle; And man's best friend battles it out... The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). Find the Queensland Government's cyclone preparation tips here, and a list of emergency service warnings across both states (searchable by suburb/postcode) here. SPONSORED: To plan your next trip to

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