Alice Springs has come and gone from national news coverage over the past few years. It started with the lapse of alcohol and pornography bans in remote communities around Alice Springs in mid-2022. Property offences increased by almost 60%, assaults rose by 38%, and domestic violence assaults doubled. Since then, steps have been taken to reinstate restrictions, but the town and its surrounding communities have remained in the national spotlight. We debated who to speak with, but all roads...

Donald Trump won the US election this week. We break down who voted for him and why, what it means for Australia, and what happens to his ongoing legal battles. Plus, Labor's plan to cut HECS debt for 3 million Australians, the Melbourne Cup, and an update on the Qantas upgrade debacle. Links We'd love it if you could complete our News Club survey. Want more News Club in your life? We've got you... Sign up to our News Club newsletter Watch all our interviews on Youtube Follow us on...

This week in the news, the Qantas upgrade scandal that wouldn't stop, the latest inflation data, and Broken Hill's broken power supply. Plus, the US election is finally upon us, and Bluey World opens. Hosted by the OG team of Claire Kimball and Kate Watson, Weekly Wrap is all about helping you stay on top of the news + we give you some talking points for the week ahead. We'd love it if you could complete our News Club survey. Links Register for our first ever event here Want more News Club...

Joe Aston’s name rings out in business, politics, and media circles. If you know him, it’s probably from his time writing Rear Window for the Australian Financial Review. Joe took over the column in 2012, making it a feared and revered staple—landing a mention in Rear Window likely meant you’d found yourself on the wrong side of Joe’s sharp pen. Now, he’s out with his first book, The Chairman’s Lounge, which takes aim at Qantas through the pandemic and the Alan Joyce era. As usual, Joe’s work...

China’s always in the news—from trade wars and political tensions to human rights issues. But for nearly four years, no Australian journalist was stationed there. That changed when The Australian’s North Asia correspondent, Will Glasgow, returned this year as the only Aussie reporter on the ground in China. In this episode, we explore what it's like to report from inside China post-COVID, the unique challenges he faces under a communist regime, and how he navigates safety for both himself and...

This week, we break down the Queensland election, including why abortion has become a big issue. Plus, the Aussie billionaire Richard White we all now know, and a major update in the Menendez brothers’ saga. We also get across what to expect as we roll into the final week of the US election, and the fallout from Lidia Thorpe heckling King Charles. Hosted by the OG team of Claire Kimball and Kate Watson, Weekly Wrap is all about helping you stay on top of the news + we give you some talking...

The Bondi stabbings, the Wakely church attack, the Voice referendum, the war in the Middle East... They're just some examples of news stories that have sparked conversations that go beyond the events themselves. We're talking about the information we’re being fed: Is it harmful? Misleading? Persuasive? And what’s the intent behind it? This is all about the rise of misinformation and disinformation and the growing concern over how we, as a society, can make sense of what’s true and what’s not,...

In the news this week, a whirlwind of developments between China and Taiwan, PM Anthony Albanese’s new home purchase making headlines, and tributes pour in for former One Direction star Liam Payne. Plus, your guide on where to spot the royals during their visit to Canberra and Sydney Hosted by the OG team of Claire Kimball and Kate Watson, Weekly Wrap is all about helping you stay on top of the news + we give you some talking points for the week ahead. LINKS Watch The Iron Claw on Amazon...

It’s been a year since the October 7 attacks, and the conflict in the Middle East remains a huge news topic around the world. ABC journalist Adam Harvey recently went back to Israel to report on the kibbutz that was targeted during the 7 October attacks. He shares his reflections on what’s happening on the ground, how things have changed since his last visit, and the mood in Israel towards their government and the West. Plus, with his experience as a former Middle East correspondent in...

This week, we’re breaking down Hurricane Milton’s impact, Israel’s ongoing strikes on Lebanon, and marking the anniversary of October 7. Plus, tennis legend Rafa Nadal announces his retirement, and the King and Queen are heading to Australia. Hosted by the OG team of Claire Kimball and Kate Watson, Weekly Wrap is all about helping you stay on top of the news + we give you some talking points for the week ahead. LINKS The Daily's podcast episode - The Parents Aren’t Alright…  Raising Parents...

Today, we're launching the second season of our News Club interview series! This time, we're unpacking the biggest stories of the year – kicking off with the US election. Our first guest is Ben Smith, former media reporter for The New York Times, political reporter for Politico, and ex-editor-in-chief of BuzzFeed News. Two years ago, he launched Semafor, a media company tackling the issue of polarization. Ben shares his insights on how the media is playing into this election, plus what it's...

As the 7 October anniversary approaches, Iran and Israel’s airstrikes continue, and the local spotlight is on the pro-Palestine protests. We pay tribute to Maggie Smith and Kris Kristofferson and chat about an A-lister’s daughter who made a splash this week. Plus, Queensland’s election campaign officially kicks off, the NRL Grand Final looms, and Melania Trump’s memoir makes headlines. Hosted by the OG team of Claire Kimball and Kate Watson, Weekly Wrap is all about helping you stay on top of...

Get ready because next week, we’re launching our new interview series all about the big news conversations of 2024! Stay tuned...

It’s a big one this week… We’re breaking down the escalating tension between Israel and Hezbollah, plus what the Aussie government’s saying about it. We’ll also dive into the latest inflation data and why negative gearing is making headlines again. Meanwhile, the ACCC is taking Woolies and Coles to court, and we take a look at P Diddy’s history and the charges he’s facing. What’s coming up? The AFL Grand Final, the NRL’s Dally M Awards, the US Vice Presidential debate, and yes… Fat Bear...

Kate & Claire dive into thier four big takeaways from our Newsmakers series. Our first season is done and dusted, but don’t worry—we’ll be back very soon with our next limited series on News Club. Want more News Club in your life? We've got you... Sign up to our News Club newsletter Watch all our Newsmakers interviews on Youtube Follow us on Instagram: @The Squiz PS: If you love what we do, the best way to support us is by clicking ‘follow’ on Apple or Spotify. A huge thanks to those...

This week, we dive into the escalating conflict in the Middle East, another assassination attempt on Donald Trump, and why a debate over housing policy in the Senate could trigger a double dissolution election this year. Looking ahead, we’ve got footy finals and the Reserve Bank’s decision on interest rates. And Kate delivers what could be our best recommendation yet. Hosted by the OG team of Claire Kimball and Kate Watson, Weekly Wrap is all about helping you stay on top of the news + we...

This week's biggest headline is a toss-up between Taylor Swift’s US Open appearance, her endorsement of Kamala Harris, and her wins at the VMA's. We also break down the US presidential debate, the government's move to set social media age limits, and what’s going on with the protests in Melbourne. And we get you prepped for the footy finals and the Murdoch family's showdown in court. Hosted by the OG team of Claire Kimball and Kate Watson, Weekly Wrap is all about helping you stay on top of...

Hosted by the OG team of Claire Kimball and Kate Watson, Weekly Wrap is all about helping you stay on top of the news + we give you some talking points for the week ahead. LINKS Our Newsmakers episode with Dr Karl Elle Macpherson's interview in Women's Weekly Politico's article on what to know about the US debate The Front's episode on Netanyahu and the hostages

For many Aussies who grew up listening to Dr Karl's science show on Triple J, he’s an icon. Beyond that, he's written 48 books, co-hosted the Sleek Geeks show with Adam Spencer, made countless TV appearances, and even had a brief political run in 2007. Kate’s 4-year-old knows him from Playschool. Dr Karl’s latest book, A Periodic Tale, dives into his life – from being the son of Holocaust survivors to becoming a physicist, taxi driver, children's doctor, and TV star. In typical Dr Karl...

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When Leigh Sales, one of our earliest supporters, said yes to joining us on Newsmakers—it was a big moment for us. With so much to ask, we dive into everything from her time as a foreign correspondent and anchoring 7.30 to her writing on journalism, research into grief and fear, and her thoughts on news fatigue. Plus, we chat about her side hustle, Chat 10 Looks 3, which has grown into a community of tens of thousands. Leigh shares her interview approach, dream guests, and even a few...

Weekly Wrap is published every Saturday morning in our News Club podcast feed. Follow News Club on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Hosted by the OG team of Claire Kimball and Kate Watson, Weekly Wrap is all about helping you stay on top of the news + we give you some talking points for the week ahead. LINKS Our News Club interview with Bernie Shakeshaft Kate recommends our Squiz Shortcut on the astronauts stranded in space Claire recommends this podcast series about the 300 bodies discovered in...

Capital Brief is the new kid on the business block and John McDuling is leading the charge as editor-in-chief. You might know him as the former national business editor for the Sydney Morning Herald and The Age, or from his stints at the Financial Review and US-based Quartz. Why chat with John? Capital Brief just celebrated its first year, launched with the belief that Australia needs more than just a couple of business papers. John says there's a gap for a publication focused on...

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