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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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13:18

Musk questions a Trump initiative, and a cat-astrophe...

Squiz Today ·

2025/01/23

Friday, 24 January: Musk questions a Trump initiative; A new fire in LA; The Aus Open finals shape up; And a cat-astrophe...You can find Claire and Kate's interview with PM Anthony Albanese here. You can find the Recipe Tin Eats recipe for Chilli Con Carne 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

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12:09

Your Shortcut to... Our interview with the Prime...

Squiz Today ·

2025/01/23

A federal election is on the horizon, and with voters heading to the polls, we’re all about keeping you informed. That’s why we were pretty chuffed to have PM Anthony Albanese choose The Squiz for his first podcast interview of the year. It's a big deal for an independent media outfit like us. Listen for a few snippets, and you can catch the full convo on our News Club podcast feed. Listen to the full episode on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts.

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12:40

More action on antisemitism, and a big year for...

Squiz Today ·

2025/01/22

Thursday 23 January: More action on antisemitism; Zelensky asks for support; de Minaur's out; And a big year for Austen fans...You can find Claire and Kate's interview with PM Anthony Albanese 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 nasties! Newshounds, by Squiz

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11:49

Another antisemitic attack, and a multitasking...

Squiz Today ·

2025/01/21

Wednesday, 22 January: Another antisemitic attack; A dingo attack on K'gari; Trump swings into action; And a multitasking frontman...You can find Claire and Kate's interview with PM Anthony Albanese 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 nasties! Newshounds, by

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13:01

Your Shortcut to... Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni's...

Squiz Today ·

2025/01/21

The 2024 film It Ends With Us was a huge box office hit, raking in over 10 times its budget. But the film’s success has been overshadowed as its 2 stars have launched lawsuits against each other over claims of abuse, smear campaigns and reputational damage. So in this Squiz Shortcut, we’ll get you across how a behind-the-scenes battle hit the headlines, the accusations made by Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni, and how Ryan Reynolds, Disney and Taylor Swift are involved. Squiz Recommends Reading:

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20:02

Donald Trump is sworn in, and a smell for the ages

Squiz Today ·

2025/01/20

Tuesday 21 January: Donald Trump is sworn in; Gaza's ceasefire holds; Star Entertainment trouble; And a smell for the ages... You can find Claire and Kate's interview with PM Anthony Albanese 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 nasties! Newshounds, by Squiz

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12:24

A ceasefire begins in Gaza, and 50 years of triple j

Squiz Today ·

2025/01/19

Monday, 20 January: A ceasefire begins; Trump's inauguration preparations; Djokovic isn't happy; And 50 years of triple j... 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 media literacy program designed to teach primary-school students

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13:16

Joe Biden bids farewell, and a TikTok countdown

Squiz Today ·

2025/01/16

Friday, 17 January: Joe Biden says farewell; Vanuatu heads to the polls; A TikTok countdown; And a Turkish yoghurt cake...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). You can find the recipe for Turkish yoghurt cake here. And if you want to do some planet-gazing, this website and this app are your friends. Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids

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13:52

Your Shortcut to... Joe Biden's legacy

Squiz Today ·

2025/01/16

On January 20th, President Joe Biden’s first and only term as President of the United States will come to an end as Donald Trump starts his second term. So with that about to happen, this Squiz Shortcut will get you across what Biden achieved over the last 4 years, where the critics say he fell short, and what steps he’s taken in his last weeks in the White House. Squiz Shortcuts is your backstory to the big news stories… Want the email version? Sign up for the Shortcuts newsletter here

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12:41

A ceasefire deal is reached, and vale Simon Townsend

Squiz Today ·

2025/01/15

Thursday, 16 January: A ceasefire is reached; South Korea's President is arrested; Vale Simon Townsend; And a mystery cat... 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 media literacy program designed to teach primary-school students

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11:49

A Gaza ceasefire is on the cards; Questions over an...

Squiz Today ·

2025/01/14

Wednesday, 15 January: A Gaza ceasefire is on the cards; Questions over an Australian's fate; Millions head to a huge Hindu festival; And reading the play...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). Here's a gallery of some images from Maha Kumbh Mela Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties! Newshounds,

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13:13

More cash for the NBN; dangerous winds return to LA;...

Squiz Today ·

2025/01/13

Tuesday, 14 January: More cash for the NBN; dangerous winds return to LA; a short-lived comeback for Kyrgios; and a fair go for tea drinkers... 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). Here's some background on Aussie tennis player Destanee Aiava Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties! Newshounds, by

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12:18

Dutton hits the campaign trail; Extra firefighters...

Squiz Today ·

2025/01/12

Monday, 13 January: Dutton hits the campaign trail; Extra firefighters fly into LA; The Australian Open has a soggy start; And a masked singer farce... 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). You can listen to the Shortcut on Queen Mary here. And you can find out more about the Australian Open - and how to watch - here. Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast

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12:17

Wildfires worsen in LA; An inauguration in Venezuela;...

Squiz Today ·

2025/01/09

Friday, 10 January: Wildfires worsen in LA; An inauguration in Venezuela; A rocky start to the AFL year; And a summery salad...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). You can find our shortcut on Daniel Duggan here. You can find the recipe for Chef Marinie Georgallides' salad here. Or take a look at the trailer for Black Snow here. Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a

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9:27

Your Shortcut to... Daniel Duggan

Squiz Today ·

2025/01/09

Daniel Duggan is a former US pilot facing extradition to the States from Australia on charges of arms trafficking and money laundering. Duggan became an Aussie citizen in 2012, but his arrest for allegedly training Chinese fighter pilots in South Africa has become an international controversy. In this Squiz Shortcut, we’ll give you the background to who Duggan is, the charges against him, and why it’s such a big issue. Squiz Recommends Reading: The ABC's Background Briefing feature on Duggan,

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12:21

A happy end to a long search; A wildfire burns in Los...

Squiz Today ·

2025/01/08

Thursday 9 January: A happy end to a long search; A wildfire burns in Los Angeles; A mixed bag of inflation stats; And our Cockney origins... 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). For our shortcut to underlying inflation, click here You can check out Squiz the break and catch up on the news you might have missed over the past couple of weeks here. Other things we

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12:11

European leaders swipe back at Musk; A search...

Squiz Today ·

2025/01/07

Wednesday, 8 January: European leaders swipe back at Musk; A search continues in Kosciuszko; Kygrios gets the call-up; And a cabana conundrum...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). You can check out Squiz the break and catch up on the news you might have missed over the past couple of weeks here. Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids

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12:37

Albanese hits the road; Canada faces a political...

Squiz Today ·

2025/01/06

Tuesday 7 January: Albanese hits the road; Canada faces a political shake-up; Things get frosty in the northern hemisphere; And Aussies miss out at the Globes... 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). You can check out all the Golden Globes looks here and here You can check out Squiz the break and catch up on the news you might have missed over the past couple of weeks

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13:19

South Korean chaos continues; A search in rugged...

Squiz Today ·

2025/01/05

Monday, 6 January: South Korean chaos continues; A search in rugged bushland; The Aussies pull off an epic cricket win; And awards season is incoming... 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). You can check out Squiz the break and catch up on the news you might have missed over the past couple of weeks here. Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious

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1:25

The year to be informed

Squiz Today ·

2025/01/01

The Squiz Today is all about keeping you informed about the news, not overwhelmed. In less than 10 minutes each weekday, we cover the news and a bit of fun stuff too...Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties! Newshounds, by Squiz Kids - a free media literacy program designed to teach primary-school students how to recognise misinformation and disinformation when they come across it. Check out News Club - the place for conversations

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